Chapter 636: The Game of Capital
Perhaps because there are too many excellent films stored in his head, Lee Sung-hyun began to evaluate the films to be shot in Hollywood next year after the 'source code' was recognized. It's just next year's movie, and Lee Sung-hyun doesn't want other companies to take the lead.
Now that he has established an entertainment company in the United States, Lee Sung-hyun naturally hopes that his entertainment company can also start shooting some films as the company's performance. A company without a film will not be recognized.
Regarding the new movie, Lee Sung-hyun only briefly mentioned it. Even if Duncan continued to ask, Li Shengxian was stunned and refused to say anything. Hanging Duncan's curiosity high, made Duncan really feel helpless.
The arrival of the 'source code' crew will undoubtedly officially kick off the release of 'source code' in South Korea. Even science fiction movies don't have much audience in South Korea. But under the call of Lee Sung-hyun, the premiere is still full of big names.
Because of the itinerary, Kim Taeyeon and Girls' Generation were unable to return to China for the premiere this time. For the female companion who walked the red carpet, Lee Sung-hyun finally chose Park Bo-young, who ended the shooting of "League of Thieves".
This can be regarded as an honor for Park Boying, the first artist of Shuangxian Film and Television. Even Jun Ji-hyun and Han Ga-in are very envious of Park Bo-young for having the opportunity to walk the red carpet with Lee Sung-hyun. You know, there aren't many opportunities like this!
Even if he doesn't usually pay much attention to Asian movies, Duncan still knows from the mouth of the translator that most of the stars attending today's premiere are well-known Korean actors and singers. A premiere, so many stars can come, which shows Li Shengxian's connections.
Looking at Park Bo-young, who was dressed in a dress, Duncan said with a little curiosity: "Lee, who is this beautiful girl?" ”
'The first artist to sign a contract with my company. A good sister of mine. What do you think? As a partner, I spent a lot of favors this time. Invite so many artists to join the show! I'm sincere, isn't it? ’
In fact. Knowing that Duncan led the 'source code' crew to South Korea, many Korean actors thought about coming over to get acquainted. In any case, whether it is Duncan or Summit Entertainment, they are all well-known in North America.
plus the male lead in this movie, he is also a popular male star in Hollywood. Although the two heroines are not too famous. But no matter what, people are mixed with Hollywood. The pie is much bigger than them!
Listening to Li Shengxian's words, Duncan also nodded and said, "Bob and I both know that it is really wonderful to cooperate with you this time." It took a lot of effort for our film to be released so quickly in Asia.
It is precisely because of this that we also hope that there will be more opportunities for cooperation in the future. Although I rarely work with Asian actors, I also know that there are many well-known actors in Asia.
If there is a good script. Maybe we can work together a little more in the future. I think this kind of collaboration is a great thing for you and for us at Summit Entertainment. As you said, we are looking for a win-win situation. Right? ”
'Yes! It's just about the current box office of the source code, I'm afraid it hasn't reached the 100 million mark yet, right? For me, I want my films. While gaining popularity and word of mouth, it can also give me and my partners. Bring more affordable profits.
However, I believe that the source code was released at the box office in Asia. As long as it's not too bad. The first film we worked with broke through the 100 million mark at the box office, which I believe is not a problem. With such results, we can make a little money! ’
In the eyes of many Hollywood studios, fame is important. But the real benefits are also what they value. The filming of this 'source code' cost nearly 30 million, and if there is no box office of 100 million, it will not make money at all.
If you 'lose money and make money', Li Shengxian feels a little lost. After all, spending so much manpower and material resources to earn a little fame is a little too worthless. He believed in this view, and Duncan would have agreed.
Sure enough, after listening to Li Shengxian's words, Duncan also smiled and said: "Li, you are indeed very different from the Asian filmmakers I have contacted before. It may have a lot to do with who you are as an American.
It's just that I'd like to see your new script more than what the final box office results of this movie are. If we can, I hope we can work together again. You should know that we at Summit Entertainment still attach great importance to cooperation with you. ”
Of course, I also like to work with acquaintances. It's just that we are here today to promote this movie. As for my new film, I still hope to wait a little longer. Because, I have a new movie coming out next.
Although this film was only released in Asia, it also gathered the best Korean artists I selected, as well as artists from Hong Kong and China. When this movie comes out at the box office, I will be able to confirm whether I will make my new film next year. ’
'Oh! Is it a co-production with China? Is it already filmed? ’
'Of course! It's just a release schedule, which is scheduled after the Lunar New Year in South Korea. I'm going to wait for our film to come out with my new film in due course. I'm looking forward to these two films! ’
Knowing that Lee Sung-hyun also has a new movie that will be released soon, Duncan also lamented that this young man is just beginning to become famous in Hollywood. But its creative and financial strength is equally shocking.
Similar to Summit Entertainment, many times within a year, if you come across a big-budget movie. The whole year's work basically revolves around a movie. But Li Shengxian doesn't seem to be the case at all.
And he already knew before that Lee Sung-hyun also had a movie with Chen Long, who was also very famous in Hollywood, and also co-made a movie. While serving as a screenwriter, he also served as an investor in the film.
What he knows is three movies, among which the film with Chen Long has no less capital investment than the 'source code'. In this way, how much liquidity does Li Shengxian have in his hands to dare to do such a thing?
Even if Duncan asks himself, he is already a little famous in Hollywood. But when shooting every movie, he also can't guarantee that he will make money after the movie is released. Three movies a year, if two of them don't make money, there will be problems with funding.
But Li Shengxian doesn't seem to be worried about this kind of thing at all. Is it because he is young and vigorous, or is he not worried about this little money at all? After some contact, Duncan knew about Li Shengxian's situation, and it was more of the latter.
For such a young filmmaker, Duncan is more famous than Lee Sung-hsien, and he also does not dare to have the slightest contempt for Lee Sung-hsien. He knows very well that in the Hollywood film circle, money is king.
If you say that as a director, Duncan loves good scripts more. But Duncan also knows that no matter how good the script is, if no one invests in it, it is impossible to make a movie. Therefore, Hollywood is also a capitalist game field in the final analysis, and it can't be played without money! (To be continued.) )