Chapter 164: Megalodon
Lorenzo put his head in his hands and exclaimed, "Oh buy Ka, how do you know?" I only received the news of Director Eli's withdrawal yesterday. β
Otherwise, if the foreigner speaks straightly, he will ask any questions directly.
The corners of Xu Jia's mouth rose slightly: "I naturally have my news channels to tell you this, just to let you settle down a little bit, and everyone will be more sincere." β
For the project "Megalodon", he is determined to win, but it does not mean that he is willing to be the wronged leader.
Within the scope of ability, it is better to lower the price as low as possible.
"Okay, Mr. Xu, although I don't know where your news channel comes from, but you have successfully gained my respect, the project of "Megalodon" has been restarted by Warner, even if Director Eli withdraws, it is only a matter of time before another director is found." Lorenzo quibbled.
"It's true that the production aspect is not difficult for you, but maybe it can't guarantee profitability?" Xu Jia asked rhetorically.
Lorenzo shook his head, "No one can guarantee the profitability of a film project, and Jesus can't do it, can Mr. Xu?" β
This really hit the muzzle.
Xu Jia nodded unhurriedly: "I can, if there is no profit, the loss below the cost line will be borne by Jiaxing." β
What he values is Warner Group's overseas distribution capabilities and production team, including copyrights.
Jiaxing's advantages are only the Chinese market and abundant cash flow.
Under normal circumstances, it is naturally impossible for the two sides to stand on the same level to dialogue, let alone let Xu Jia take the lead.
But after analyzing the pros and cons, make good use of their own advantages.
The scales really began to tilt in the direction of Jiaxing.
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Lorenzo's eyes widened.
"Really?"
Miao Yuqing translated faithfully.
"Ahem, I can understand that."
Xu Jia coughed lightly, looked at Lorenzo, and showed off his spoken words, "Really, really." β
"Wait, Xu Jia, have you thought clearly, you don't have to compromise for my heroine position." Yang Mi persuaded him.
In her opinion, Xu Jia is obviously going to suffer a rhythm.
How can there be a film project, it is actually contracted.
If it loses money, won't Jiaxing lose a lot......
"You still don't believe my vision?"
The corners of Xu Jia's mouth rose, and he said confidently: "Don't worry, if you are said to be promoted into the world, I will hold you in." β
What he values more is that this international project can bring about influential changes to Jiaxing.
If you want to set up a flag, be the boss, and formulate the rules that belong to Jiaxing.
First of all, you must have the right to speak and have enough influence.
In Xu Jia's view, the right to speak is the ally and younger brother who is cheering for the flag.
Jiaxing already has this.
Even if you don't have one heart, you can still be strong.
In terms of influence, there is still a little short.
There is no way, Jiaxing has been established for too short a time, don't look at the project results are very brilliant, but it takes time to precipitate.
The fact that the subject matter of Operation Mekong was stolen by Bona is a clear example.
If Jiaxing's prestige is enough, how can it be possible for the above to let the subject matter be done by other companies.
And international cooperation projects, earning a knife, can attract the attention of the above and overtake in the position of the people.
After all, Huaxia always has an inexplicable complex for the sake of history.
Yang Mi's eyes were moved, and she instantly turned red.
Xu Jia is for himself, he would rather give up his due rights, what kind of sacrifice is this.
"Not in the future, only this once." Yang Mi whispered.
Xu Jia was stunned for a moment, and saw that Sister Mi rarely showed the posture of a little daughter, and a smile appeared on her face.
I didn't say anything, just covered Da Mimi's hand with my palm.
The warm fingers interlocked, and Yang Mi's body trembled, but she didn't let go after all.
The foreigners discussed for a while, and Lorenzo made another phone call.
"I reported to the above, and also discussed with my colleagues, as long as Jiaxing can write in the contract that the "Megalodon" project has not reached profitability, and all losses will be borne by Jiaxing, we can give up the dominance."
Lorenzo shrugged his shoulders as he said this, "But, accordingly, we will put less effort into this project." β
"It doesn't matter, if you are willing to transfer the copyright to Jiaxing, you can get a lot of money now." Xu Jia said.
Lorenzo's eyes rolled around, and he quickly shook his head: "Impossible, we at Warner are also very optimistic about this project." β
In fact, it is pure fart, if Warner is really optimistic, it will not let Huaxia Company invest.
It's nothing more than feeling profitable, but not too much.
It's like chicken ribs, it's a pity to discard it if it's tasteless.
However, after Xu Jia's whole work, they really re-examined this project.
After all, they have also studied Xu Jia's resume.
The former values the project so much, will there be something they haven't noticed?
"In that case, forget it." Xu Jia made a look of regret, "After you think about it, we can sign an agreement at any time." β
That being said.
For such a large project, it will take at least half a month for the teams of both sides to work together before it is possible to finalize all the treaties.
"We estimate the cost of Megalodon at $150 million, I wonder if you can accept it?" Lorenzo looked at her with suspicion.
Chinese people are rich, he knows it, and there have been no fewer blockbusters in recent years.
Kejiaxing, such a little-known small company, is not sure whether it has the strength or not.
After all, for Warners, with their sluggish reaction in Huaxia, I am afraid that they have not noticed the rise of Jiaxing.
"Of the $150 million you mentioned, I'm afraid only 100 million is the production cost, and the rest is divided into distribution and publicity, right?"
Xu Jia punctured the little ninety-nine in Lorenzo's heart with a word, "We will pay sixty percent of the production cost, that is, sixty million US dollars, a total of nearly 500 million yuan, and similarly, we will also get sixty percent of the right to benefit." β
"In addition, the special effects part of the film requires the participation of our special effects department, including the production team, and our people, but you can rest assured, it is still dominated by those with higher abilities, and I will not do anything that affects the quality of the movie."
He was well aware that the issue of the right to proceeds would only need to be discussed.
What I really ask for is the opportunity to involve myself in production and post-production.
Even if Xu Jia is arrogant and feels that Chinese films are no longer as weak as before, he has to admit that the American film industry is more developed.
They have more experience and ideas in dealing with this kind of special effects blockbuster.
This is a well-established fact.
What Xu Jia has to do is to give the people below a chance to learn, so that there is the possibility of transcendence.
(End of chapter)