Chapter 267: The Male Lead Is Elected
No matter what Link does, he is extremely purposeful.
"Twilight" is popular, and anything related to it is difficult not to be popular.
Coupled with the fact that "Twilight" is a fantasy romance film, since the fantasy theme, it is not surprising that there are some "surreal" technology products in it, such as the iPhone.
"Twilight" is very important to Link, and so is the iPhone.
It would be great if you could make your iPhone popular while filming "Twilight".
However, the popularity of the iPhone is not without a price, anyway, the iPhone is not his, and of course he will not advertise to Apple for free.
"Surreal?"
As soon as Jobs heard the word come out of Link's mouth, his heart was immediately moved.
He knew that Link was a strongman with the title of 'marketing guru', and perhaps it would be more appropriate to call him a 'hype guru'.
Regardless of what Link is called, Jobs understands that the 'surreal' element that Link is talking about now is definitely the biggest gimmick that the iPhone can fire.
"Tell me, how much."
Jobs's heart immediately warmed, and he began to raise the issue of price without hesitation.
"Ahem." Link coughed twice and said, "Oh, everyone is an old friend, and it hurts to raise money." Since Boss Qiao has said so, it's not good for me not to give you this face, right? ”
Link walked around, and Jobs smiled wryly.
"This guy. Obviously, he took the initiative to 'ask for a bribe', but now I have taken the initiative to send him money. ”
Although Jobs was slanderous in his heart, he did not dare to say it directly.
Even the iPhone is Link's brainchild. If Link didn't have a full set of propaganda tools for the iPhone, even he wouldn't believe it.
"Well, I don't know how much more money Link will cheat out of me."
While the iPhone is indeed a work of art, a lot of money has been invested in it, from development to production.
Not only that, but Jobs wasn't a fool either. When he got the idea for the iPhone from Link, it cost him almost nothing. It's just a permanent right to operate an 'Apple Store'.
This is almost completely disproportionate to the value of the iPhone itself.
However, Jobs knew it clearly. Link is by no means a great good man who doesn't want any good.
"I'm afraid, today is just the beginning, maybe how many more calls I will receive from him in the future."
Jobs shook his head, if the iPhone could be successfully marketed. Link's involvement is absolutely indispensable.
The same. It was a difficult process for the iPhone to be launched, and he didn't know how much money he would have to give Link in exchange for the process.
"That's right." Link crossed Erlang's legs and smiled: "I'm not going to invest a penny in "Twilight", this money needs to be funded by a big man like Boss Qiao." ”
Before Link could finish his sentence, Jobs had already shouted, "What? Don't think I don't know what Twilight is, I bought a copy myself. How much does the story and the scenes in this book have to cost if they are to be made into a movie? ”
"Boss Qiao misunderstood." Link still smiled and said, "I didn't say that Apple would fund it all. Instead, it just needs Boss Qiao to contribute some money. ”
"Part of it?" Jobs's face suddenly turned a little ugly, but he knew it. To shoot the kind of beautiful and fantastical scenes in "Twilight", even if Apple only pays part of the money, it is estimated that it will not be a small amount.
"Ten million, Apple will pay up to ten million dollars."
Jobs's voice was much tighter, and he looked non-negotiable.
"Deal!"
Link smiled and chatted with Jobs a few more times before hanging up the phone.
Although Jobs was only willing to pay 10 million, this 10 million is really nothing compared to the huge investment film "Twilight".
However, he would not be so stupid as to pluck the feathers from only one sheep, and there are still many sheep anyway.
At this time, the mobile phone rang, and it was a text message from the bank, and there were just 10 million dollars credited to the account.
"Hmph, if you come here a few more times, it's enough to shoot a few more "Twilight Szene"."
Link smirked as he dialed another number.
"Hello Mr. XX, I heard that your Nike company is going to give me a sum of money to spend? That's great, I don't know how much you're going to pay......"
The day was spent on the phone.
There are many companies where the strong man sends him money, and he still chooses a dozen or so powerful large companies.
As he himself said: "Let you send me money, that's to look up to you." People want to send me money, and I don't want to take care of them. ”
After a whole day of phone calls, Link's voice was almost hoarse, but he basically solved everything needed for the preparation of "Twilight".
From the actors' props, to the choice of the set, everything is the best, and he doesn't have to spend a penny, and even receives a large sum, is there anything more happy in this world?
Not only that, but Utah has already started negotiations with the team that Link has sent. The Utah state government has made a commitment to give a minimum 10 percent tax rebate to "Twilight" if it chooses to shoot there.
Of course, the filming of movies needs to pay taxes, although tax rebates are already a very common thing in film shooting, but Utah is willing to give a minimum of 10% tax rebates, which has also caused a sensation in the entire film industry.
For a movie, the normal tax rebate ratio is generally maintained between 2% and 3%, although this number seems to be very low, but the investment in a movie is at least tens of millions, and it is normal to have hundreds of millions.
Even if it's calculated at 2%. Film companies can save millions in taxes out of thin air, and that money can be used for filming. While reducing investment, it can use limited funds. Producing better shots is of course a joy for everyone.
However, when Utah made a statement in the official meager statement, it also shocked everyone.
"What? Give Twilight a minimum of 10% tax rebates? No way! The investment in "Twilight" is at least 100 million, right? A tax refund alone can give you a minimum of $10 million? It's terrifying. ”
While many people were amazed at the Utah government's generosity, everyone also understood that if "Twilight" did go to Utah to shoot, "Twilight" would have a huge and crazy fan base. I will definitely rush over as soon as possible.
The economic value that these people can create for Utah will never be less than 10 million dollars.
Finally, when the Utah state government signed a contract with Fahrenheit Media. The final tax refund rate has been as high as 11%, which is even more shocking to a large number of people.
"I'm really happy." Link has been smiling these days, because "Twilight" is now short of the actor and a few supporting roles, and everything else is done.
Link sat down in front of the computer again. Lazily began to tweet: "Guys. As we all know, there are a lot of fantastical scenes in Twilight, and these scenes can't be filmed only in Utah. So, let's talk about the scenery you would most like to see in the movie, even if it is far away from the other side of the world, I will take people to it as soon as possible. ”
And Link's crazy fans, although they are used to his crazy behavior. But this time it ignited all the excitement.
"Holy, is this true? Then I propose Niagara Falls. If the Cullen family invites Isabella to play baseball. If you were able to shoot there, I think it would be beautiful and fascinating. ”
"I proposed to go to China, where there is a Shennongjia, where the jungle is very mysterious, perfect for Edward and Isabella to wander in the sea of trees. If you can really go to Shennongjia, it will be too exciting. ”
"Also, you can go to the Grand Canyon, which I went to last summer, and the scenery is so beautiful. If Edward's fight with the badass vampires could be filmed there, it would be absolutely exciting. ”
"I propose to go to ......"
When the majority of netizens began to brainstorm and propose all the tourist attractions in the world, even Link himself began to be dazzled.
"Egypt? Why did Lao Tzu go to Egypt? Is there a vampire and mummy battle? Damn, you can figure it out. ”
Seeing that the crazy proposals of netizens are still continuing, many of them are places that many people yearn for, and I really hope to see it in the film "Twilight".
And Link understands their feelings very well, who doesn't want to go on a trip? But the cruel reality has bound most people, and they can only think silently in their hearts.
However, the reason why these enthusiastic netizens were able to make such a crazy proposal also shows their love for "Twilight".
If you didn't really like this novel, you wouldn't have so many people come up with so many tourist attractions.
"Well, there are indeed a few locations that are very suitable for filming, such as this Shennongjia, I have heard of this mysterious place for a long time, and it is a good choice."
While Link was in the office, constantly thinking about which place would be more suitable for filming, he received a call from Jessica.
Link had just pressed the answer button when he heard Jessica's hurried voice coming: "Hurry up, hurry!" The actor of "Twilight" is selected, and you definitely don't believe who netizens are electing. ”
"Huh?" Link was stunned for a moment, and subconsciously asked, "Who else could it be?" You can't be an uncle, right? ”
Jessica giggled and said, "You'll know by looking at it." ”
When Link hung up his phone, he also opened the list of nominations for the actor in "Twilight", and when he saw that Gao Gao was ranked first in the vote, and firmly occupied the first position, and far away from the name of second place, Link was dumbfounded.
"How could it be him?" (To be continued......)