Chapter 444: Who Won

For all theaters, those films with high box office are the objects they chase, those are the sources of their money, and the rest, there are a lot of movies in a year, which is really to make a shout, so that the theaters can continue to operate when there are no blockbusters and blockbuster films at the moment.

Chen Jin's ability no longer needs to prove anything, he can easily produce more than a dozen films worth hundreds of millions of dollars a year, and even, this is not his limit, and the current eight major producers in Hollywood, to put it mildly, I am afraid that less than half of them can produce ten films worth hundreds of millions of dollars a year.

Here, there is a benchmark for interest consideration, and it is also the most basic principle of the game between theaters and distributors, and the theaters are also organized, and in normal times, they will not hesitate to stand on the side of powerful distributors, but Chen Jin is different.

On the contrary, blockbusters also bully stores, especially films that are very popular and have super high single-hall results, and the theaters have to let the distributor knock on a bill.

These are two opposing parties, however, everyone usually negotiates very amicably, and this basis is still interests, such as the release of the most famous entanglement "Spy in Spy 4", as we all know, in the first week of its release in North America, there were less than 500 theaters, and the exact number is 425.

Where is the reason, just when the distributor Paramount holds that "Spy in Spy 4" is a super-blockbuster blockbuster, it is too harsh on the theater side, so this matter broke up unhappily, until the global box office soared, "Spy in Spy 4" showed his extremely sharp ability to make money, at this time, everyone sat together again, of course, Paramount also made concessions, but, unfortunately, at that time, the frenzy of "Spy in Spy 4" had passed, according to the analysis of film critics at the time, if the conditions were reached at the beginning, "Spy in Spy 4" In the United States, it will collect at least $100 million more at the box office.

There is a benchmark of interests, and the major theater chains will almost not hesitate to stand on Chen Jin's side, perhaps not on his side, but on the side of interests, facing a huge cake of more than a dozen or even more than 20 films a year, with interests as high as four or five billion US dollars. Can the eight major film companies completely fall out with the theater chain because of this?

It's impossible, it's a lose-lose situation, the eight major film companies can't pull the theater chain into the water for one company, and the theater chain will not hesitate to say that it's your business, they won't care, the eight major film companies don't have a temper at all, because their requirements are unreasonable, this is not the category of formal business.

Even, there are some theater bosses who want Chen Jin to fall out with the eight major producers, why, because after the fallout, Chen Jin's movies will be released, they have to rely on them, they can naturally take the opportunity to reasonably ask for a higher distribution fee, and without the intermediate film companies, Chen Jin can save a lot of money, and is naturally willing to give more, which is a win-win situation.

At present, Chen Jin handed over the distribution rights to these vampires because of the commercial principle of equal distribution of interests, and because the company does not have enough power now, in the future, Jin Chen Film Company will definitely hold the distribution rights of the theater in his hands, there is no doubt about it.

There is no way to completely control the hospitalization line, in fact, it is impossible for the eight major film companies to cause other harm to Chen Jin, just look at his close relationship with those big names in politics, Wall Street and even church big people.

They are also big shots and have strength, but they want to move Chen Jin, and as long as Chen Jin distributes the benefits to other big shots, he can easily gain the ability to compete with them. In a word, they are driven by profits, and it is simply impossible for them to reach the level of being able to control all interested parties. Therefore, as long as you are a smart person, you can easily figure it out, with these premises, it is impossible for the eight major film companies to unite at all, and it is even foreseeable that as soon as the five companies here let go, the other three plus some small companies immediately snatched Chen Jin away.

Therefore, after Paramount's president Baker said that, he really lacked confidence, and Chen Jin shrugged his shoulders, his face was light, picked up the two folders on the table, and said lightly, "I'm a little tired, let's stop here today!" ”

Holding the absolute initiative, at this time, if he is not ruthless, Chen Jin pulled out his chair and left, not even the most basic politeness to greet the guests to leave, William Campbell of 21st Century Fox quickly stood up and shouted: "Wait a minute, King, eight percent, you should know that this is not only me, but also the minimum standard in the entire industry,"

Speaking of which, he stopped talking, and Chen Jin also stood still, he knew that this was true, and there was only one time in the history of Hollywood, that is, George Lucas's "Star Wars" series, after the first part was released, from the second part, George Lucas was tougher than today's Chen Jin, biting 42% of the distribution fee.

Coincidentally, it was 21st Century Fox who took over this big case at that time, and then the release of "Star Wars" Even if George Lucas later had the ability to publish independently, the distribution rights were still 21st Century Fox.

Although it won the distribution rights of "Star Wars" at a super low price, whether it is now or in the future, the Star Wars series has been filmed in a total of six parts, earning more than $4.8 billion at the global box office, and everyone admits that 21st Century Fox has made a super good deal.

This time, 21st Century Fox shot again, and it is clear that William Campbell is very optimistic about the sequels of Chen Jin's two movies, or perhaps very optimistic about Chen Jin's bright future.

However, William Campbell has an opponent this time, that is, his old enemy, Edward of Universal, seeing him gritting his teeth, his face is a little distorted, but his expression is obvious and determined.

Edward had just picked up his glass, but William Campbell stopped him, and his tone was very heavy, "Edward, I think we should go outside and talk about something, and this matter will end here." ”

Edward was stunned, and Frach, who was next to Columbia Pictures, also pulled him, he immediately understood the meaning, glanced at Chen Jin, and then at William Campbell, and put down the wine glass with some helplessness and unwillingness.

Chen Jin saw all this in his eyes, he had thought a little naughtily before, should he be like George Lucas, and try the heat with one bite, and the price of this bite is still forty percent.

However, that is a naughty idea after all, being too greedy is not a good character, especially his current situation, it is not suitable to challenge those bottom lines, and the performance of these old guys in front of him makes him clear that they will not let him succeed.

The standard baseline dropped by eight percent, as William Campbell said just now, that is already the lowest, and they don't allow Chen Jin to break this rule, at least not Chen Jin to break this rule.

William Campbell's words just now to stop Edward are profound, so far, it means that this is the lowest price, and Edward will not be pressed any further, and when he goes outside, it is the 21st Century Fox that gets this contract, but Edward They will also get some benefits.

And this benefit, according to Chen Jin's analysis, is about two percent, which is also the most reasonable, and it is the benefit left after Chen Jin's forty percent low price, 21st Century Fox will take it to the other four companies, and this will avoid letting Chen Jin take this opportunity to break the rules of the industry. ..., rules are very important, especially for businessmen, this is also the so-called bottom limit, if Chen Jin is allowed to break the standard of distribution fees, they will face a disaster in the future.

Therefore, William Campbell will stop Edward, and at the same time hint at the benefits, and Edward has to endure the pain for the sake of the rules of the entire industry, because he is not just a shallow person who cares about the eyes in front of him, not to mention, everyone is together to maintain this bottom line, and he can't do anything that offends the anger of the public.

Before the bottom line, everyone will only think about fighting, but when it comes to the bottom line, everyone will naturally unite, William Campbell can win this contract, you can only say that he is courageous, decisive, and of course, the timing is also good. Perhaps, this also has the precedent of "Star Wars", and the first opportunity to cooperate with Chen Jin gave a lost experience.

I deliberately looked at everyone, in fact, I waited for their emotions to calm down a little, after all, this matter is not big or small, and then with a relaxed smile, he raised his glass to William Campbell, "Since everyone has no opinion, then, dear Mr. Campbell, congratulations, and I wish us a happy cooperation!" ”

When William Campbell raised his glass, he gestured to the other four, "Everyone, I wish us a happy cooperation in the future, cheers!" ”

Everyone's expressions were complicated, William Campbell, as the person who got the contract, was obviously in a better mood, but he also smiled bitterly, "Dear King, you are such a great guy, you almost drove us to a dead end, so that we can't turn around." ”

"No, I don't think so!" Chen Jin seemed to have some meaning of being cheap and obedient, "Mr. Campbell, and everyone, you should understand what kind of person I am, I have always been generous, this time, I just want to get everyone's respect and recognition, if I am really a greedy guy, I will find you more opponents, and then find more greedy partners, I think, you should understand what I mean." ”

More competition will naturally benefit the fisherman, and more greedy partners, such as Morgan and Rockefeller and Roosevelt, once they handle it, do not mean that they will not share their interests with the big guys, but it is just a pitiful consolation prize, and for them, it is already a kind charity.

The old foxes all understand, but Edward began to take vaccinations, afraid that Chen Jin would come like that twice in the future, then they couldn't stand it, "King, you can't treat old friends like this in the future, otherwise I will really live a few years less, you see, I don't have a few years to live now." ”

Everyone cheered in unison, Chen Jin shrugged with a smile, and replied very skillfully: "Dear guys, I think that we can be here is the best manifestation of our friendship, isn't it?" ”。

The tense negotiation is finally over, no matter what, no matter what, everyone has benefited, the negotiation just now is one thing, and at this time it is over, or politely, and Chen Jin said goodbye with a smile.

Edward stayed at the end, and everyone didn't care about him, anyway, the score change has been divided, he stays, and the big guy has to stay and spy on him.

Walking to Chen Jin's office, in fact, it is the same as Hong Kong Island, this is the office he shares with Chen Zichen, and even to be precise, this is Chen Zichen's office, because he doesn't care about the company's affairs, and only this kind of negotiation like the one in front of him will appear.

Chen Zichen didn't come to the company at all, he went home directly, Chen Jin was like a wolf, more like a cow who didn't know how to get tired, he liked the feeling of indulgence in the sky, and Chen Zichen almost drove him off the plane this way.

"King, we've always worked together happily, but this time, you've hurt our feelings," Edward sat down on the couch, stared at Chen Jin and began to complain, of course, wanting benefits. ..., Chen Jin shrugged his shoulders and smiled slightly, "Dear Mr. Edward, you should know who I am, but in that situation just now, I must deal with it fairly and give everyone a satisfactory answer, if it is you, I think you should know that my choice is a must." ”

Seeing that he skipped the game without gunpowder just now, Edward knew that Chen Jin had changed a little in the end, and he spread his hands and didn't say anything, but Chen Jin continued, "Actually, Universal has already received good treatment, such as "Legend of the Night", I didn't mention it." ”

"Tales of the Night? That's what I invested with you, and the right to issue it naturally belongs to us! Edward said confidently, but Chen Jin glanced at him with a smile, "Yes, but I remember that I am the producer, you are just an investor, and, as you said, the sequel, I have several episodes, and they are all blockbusters, you should know that as soon as I say it, they are afraid that they will immediately turn against you." ”

Edward muttered angrily, "You bad boy! Chen Jin said something that made him feel better at this time, "Mr. Edward, I told you, don't just stare at the present, we should take a long-term view, there are still opportunities in the second half of the year." ”

Winked at him again, "I don't know if I've said that, I might have one or two more scripts before May comes." ”

Edward understood, and shook his head with a smile, "What, I'm old, my ears aren't very good, and I don't hear what you're saying at all." ”

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