(The second more, slightly sad to ask for a collection and a recommendation)

"Danny, I'm going to make a movie."

"What?"

"Are you saying you're going to be an actor or a director?" Daniel was stunned, "Don't you hate Hollywood?" ”

"No, no, no, you see I'm not that material, I mean I want to invest in movies." David waved his hands, "Yes, Hollywood is a bitch, but I decided to stay away from here because I couldn't succeed here, I don't have your conditions, I don't have any talent, and I'm destined to be a loser like my mother when I come to Hollywood, so why should I come here." ”

"But it's different now, Danny, I have saved four million in the pension fund, and the remaining 30 million can be used to start a film company and make a movie, I know that 30 million is nothing for a big production like "Gladiator" or "The Lord of the Rings", but I can also make a "School Blues." David apparently started planning this after winning the lottery, and it was clear to say.

Daniel's brows were tightly furrowed, to be honest, he didn't have much experience in capital operations, but after all, he had already come into contact with some, film investment is one thing, such as the "Snow Eagle Fund", they will have a team to follow up the entire financial process to ensure that their investment will not be abused and their rights will not be swallowed up - but it is only a pure investor, and it has no say in the production and distribution process of the film, at most it can recommend actors, but it has no right to decide.

The production company is a different matter entirely, how many people are needed for the whole movie, you have to contact, and then support it, various departments have to work together to complete a movie, this is still the beginning, the next thing is about life and death is distribution, big distribution companies, such as the Big Seven, they sometimes directly distribute DVDs to you, and they don't even have the qualifications to enter the theater. And for a new company, the division is absolutely harsh, and there are a lot of cats in it.

David clearly wanted to make his own films, and his goal was not to make money, but to succeed in Hollywood.

"David, you need to think again, investing in making a film is not a simple matter, it is countless times more difficult than being an actor or director."

"I know, I know, so I'm coming for you. Otherwise, I'll go straight to the company registration. ”

"I'm just a newcomer to Hollywood for less than two years, and I can't support a company for you." Daniel had a bit of a headache, and the dude seemed to have put too much trust in him.

David still didn't care, "I can wait for you, a year or two, I'm going to go around the world, and by the time I get back to Los Angeles, you'll be a superstar." ”

"You have faith in me."

"This is a prophecy of a Powerball first prize winner, Danny, you have to believe in God." David looked solemn, "Besides, I'm a good person, and good people never lie." ”

"That's because the good guys who lie are the winners, so they can change history," Daniel rolled his eyes, "you decide where to go first, everyone who gets rich has dreams of traveling the world, you're a good guy with a cheesy nature."

……

Despite the grim appearance, David remained determined, so on the last day of his day off, Daniel contacted Tim Rowland, whom he had just met, and took the liberty of explaining the situation: he had a friend with a little money who wanted to make his own movie.

The "Snow Eagle Fund" has decades of experience in film investment, and although it has never been involved in the production of films, it is still very informative, and Tim himself has a broad vision.

Tim Rowland was in Los Angeles during this time, and before "Gladiator" was promoted to the audience, these investors and producers had to build a good relationship with all parties in advance, such as rating committees, such as theaters, such as well-known critics and media editors, etc., and a lot of work needed to be done in advance. Tim is well-connected, so naturally he can't hide in San Francisco and be lazy.

Still, he generously set aside a few hours to entertain Daniel and David.

"When I see you, I really feel that the time that belongs to us has passed."

"It's not funny, Tim."

"I'm doing it from the bottom of my heart, Daniel," Tim motioned for them to try the freshly cooked coffee bit, a small South American variety with a special taste, "the little one, Mr. David Rosyth. ”

"You can call me David, or Dave." David is a little restrained, he can't be unrestrained, the strength of the "Snow Eagle Fund" is not comparable to his 30 million.

"Dave, you're amazing. Today's young people, who have such a large amount of money, all they think about is eating, drinking and having fun, and few can realize their dreams. From this point, you're such a nice young man. ”

"But, as Daniel said, making a film is risky, it's not that it's hard to make a movie, all kinds of talent in Hollywood are looking for opportunities, you just have to wave your hand with a check for tens of millions, and you can find people for all the positions that a film needs. But these people may not be suitable, nor may they be able to make good movies. In addition, whether your publishing partner is capable and trustworthy. ”

"Of course, I support your dreams, so I can give you a build yì and wait."

Tim Rowland looked at Daniel.

"Wait for your friend, if he can be successful, you can make your success rate go up dramatically, a convincing star who can help you attract good scripts, directors, and even distributors. His connections will also ensure that your investment is secured. But for now, Daniel isn't enough, and unless you can attract other big names, don't start lightly. ”

"Yes, that's what I plan, I plan to go around the world first, wait a year or two." David's plan coincided with Tim's, which gave him a bit of confidence.

"Then poor Daniel is under a lot of pressure."

Daniel cooperated to make a bitter face.

"Indeed, tomorrow I'm going to meet my failure, Tim, you can't even imagine that this student short film is now about to become my future and destiny."

"Haha, I'll go and see it when I have a chance, it's the end of May, right?"

"Yes, as they say, in order to prevent cheating, the students submit the film directly at the screening, and the judges score it directly after watching it. Kind of interesting, right? ”

"Indeed."

……

David went to Stanford the next day, and met Mark, who was busy with his feet on the ground, and the brother was now so hairy that he didn't quite recognize what he looked like.

"I thought I was mistaken." When David was on the phone with Daniel, he described the meeting as follows, "Where's the gorilla?" ”

This made Daniel's mood slightly better because of the unhappiness he encountered on the first day of filming.