After just reading the script for a few minutes, Chi Jingyuan already lost interest.
At present, Netflix does not have much power or weight in the peninsula, and TV stations still occupy the vast majority of the market. As a result, Netflix's development is limited and it can only follow a few TV stations to eat exhaust gas.
I heard from Park Jae-hyun that they are still at a stage where their development path is relatively confusing. They want to build relationships with TV stations to purchase broadcast rights, and they also want to prepare their own homemade dramas.
From Chi Jingyuan's point of view, the latter is a better way out.
However, the script that Li Jixi gave him was considered a third-tier production that would not even be seen by first-line stars on a serious TV station. However, it could still be treated with caution by Li Jixi and Netflix as "the first self-made drama to create the peninsula market."
, I don’t know if they really don’t have any resources for excellent scripts, or if there is something wrong with their own vision.
Anyway, after reading this script, Chi Jingyuan couldn't help but look down on Li Zhixi and even Peninsula Netflix... Is this the script and production you want to open up the market?
He has no shortage of filming now. No matter how you look at it, working with them is completely thankless.
but……
If the other party is willing to offer an absolute premium and expresses enough importance, it is not impossible for him to consider it.
Because of the reality of limited development, Netflix must pay a premium to provide the best conditions when looking for people to cooperate. Bong Joon-ho directly invested US$50 million and also gave great rights to the crew.
This also proves that although Netflix is a bit acclimatized, it is still rich and powerful. Although Ji Kyung-won thinks that he is not as powerful as Bong Joon-ho, as the most attractive young actor at present, if he wants to invite him to star
, just paying a premium for the film is definitely not enough.
Chi Jingyuan was reading the script, while Li Jixi continued to introduce confidently; "We hope that Jingyuan Xi can play the role of the male lead in this homemade drama. As for the female lead, our preference is Bae Suzy. If
The cast of male and female protagonists can be replicated in "Goblin". I think it will greatly promote the topic and popularity of this drama..."
Bae Suzy?
Chi Jingyuan couldn't help but raise his head when he heard this, and glanced at the other party in surprise. Sensing Li Zhixi's doubtful eyes, he smiled and waved his hand: "You continue..."
They also copied the cast of male and female protagonists from "Goblin", which is quite an appetite.
Why didn’t you say invite Yoona sunbaenim?
Why does it feel like this sister doesn't know much about Peninsula's film and television industry? She doesn't seem to know that actors can't be hired by her. Actors who have reached a certain level are very concerned about feathers, unless they are like Fong Junhao.
A salary of several million dollars.
But how is that possible.
Just this sentence made Chi Jingyuan have some doubts about Li Zhixi's professionalism.
But he didn't show it, he just looked down at the script.
"We hope to use the industry's first-line production team for this drama. After the filming is completed, it will be broadcast directly on the streaming media platform. As the first self-made drama in the Peninsula market, the website will definitely provide the best traffic support...
"
While Li Zhixi was still talking about the benefits of cooperation between Chi Jingyuan and Netflix, Chi Jingyuan suddenly raised his head and asked: "What if I think there is a problem with the script?..."
"Forehead……"
As if he didn't expect Chi Jingyuan to ask such a question, Li Zhixi was stunned for the first time, and then his expression seemed a little bad: "We generally don't interfere with the script, but we will invite the best writers and the most professional team.
Make modifications and ensure every detail. If Jingyuanxi has any ideas, you can give them feedback...but generally speaking, there should be no problems."
"Well..."
After taking a look at Giselle, Chi Jingyuan nodded noncommittally.
In fact, after hearing this, he no longer had any interest in this cooperation with Netflix. This so-called person in charge of Netflix's TV series content peninsula really disappointed him.
At first, Chi Jingyuan thought that this sister was so confident and was just saying some superficial things. But after listening to it, he felt that Li Zhixi was really not like this... She seemed to be so confident.
She seems to really feel that Netflix’s current predicament on the peninsula is only temporary.
It is clear that the current development in the peninsula is not going well, but she is very good at bragging and fooling Chi Jingyuan like a rookie who does not understand the situation inside.
And she talked about the exaggeration for a long time, but there was nothing substantial at all. From what she said, she wanted him to be the leading actor. It seemed that he was not even allowed to modify the script, let alone other rights.
Chi Jingyuan heard Kim Eun-sook mention casually that in order to cooperate with tvN and Kim Eun-sook's next TV series, Netflix was very enthusiastic and even fawning over them. Not only did they offer the best conditions, but even before the cooperation
Many aspects outside are taken care of.
As for Bong Joon-ho, let alone $50 million, what a concept.
When Chi Jingyuan thought about it, he suddenly felt a little unhappy.
You licked tvN, licked Kim Eun-sook, licked Bong Joon-ho, why didn't you stop licking when you got here?
You look down on me, a young actor.
Or... do you really think this script is excellent and exciting?
"...I know. I'm very happy, Gisellexi, that Netflix thinks favorably of me. I'll go back and study the script carefully and will reply as soon as possible."
The script is poor, the person in charge is amateurish and arrogant, and most importantly, there is not much sincerity. At this point, Chi Jingyuan, who has almost read it, has no intention of continuing the conversation. With that, he is ready to say goodbye and end today's meeting.
"Jingyuanxi..."
Even though he seemed a bit amateurish about some things in the industry, Li Zhixi could certainly see Chi Jingyuan's refusal, and after a pause, he suddenly became a little anxious.
Inviting Chi Jingyuan to star in their first self-produced drama was the safest and most appropriate plan they discussed at a meeting after market research.
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! Although Li Zhixi does not think that actors need to be paid too much attention. Any actor is replaceable. She still needs to focus on TV stations, directors and well-known writers, but she also
I recognize Chi Jingyuan's current market and popularity, and feel that his first film after "Ghost" will definitely attract huge attention, otherwise he wouldn't have personally gone out to find someone to recommend him.
I just didn't expect that she had been bragging for so long, but when it came time to really talk, Chi Jingyuan seemed to want to refuse.
Didn’t I clearly explain the superiority of our platform? The conditions I offered were not good enough?
"Jingyuanxi..."
Seeing Chi Jingyuan smiling and preparing to leave, Li Zhixi became a little anxious and spoke faster: "If you are willing to reach a cooperation, we can sign multiple film contracts with you at a premium that is much higher than... much higher than the market price...
"
"Thank you very much for your good opinion of me, but I really need to discuss it with the company."
Salary is an important indicator for most actors, but Chi Jingyuan remains unmoved.
He knows that Netflix is really rich, and he also believes that they can offer super high film contracts, but it doesn't mean anything to him.
For that script, even YoonA senior would not accept it, let alone him. No matter how high the salary is, it will consume his popularity.
Unless... you give me another 50 million dollars...
He sat down immediately and signed the contract on the spot.
By the way, I'll bring Pei Xiuzhi over to you... Whoever you want, he'll bring him over to you.
"you……"
The salary offensive actually failed, and Li Jixi was surprised and said quickly: "If you are willing to join our camp, we are willing to help you introduce director Bong Joon-ho. This time "Okja" has entered post-production and has no chance, but we promise to
Director Junhao can arrange an important role for you in his next drama..."
This is really quite tempting. Bong Joon-ho is one of the top directors in Peninsula, so being able to star in one of his movies is certainly very attractive.
It's a pity that you already said that a movie has been filmed and is in post-production. It's still unclear how the movie will fare. What's more, it's not clear how important the so-called important role is. Even if the movie can't play the male lead, Chi
It doesn't make any sense to Jingyuan, and this kind of director doesn't know how long he will take a break after finishing a movie. This kind of empty promise is just a lie to newcomers who don't have the resources and knowledge.
And... Chi Kyung-yuan can get to know Bong Joon-ho without Netflix’s introduction.
"Of course I am honored to work with Director Bong Joon-ho. I have always liked his works."
Chi Jingyuan, who had already stood up, squinted his eyes and nodded gently: "I will definitely visit you if I have a chance next time."
Seeing that several conditions were completely ignored by the other party, and even the other party turned around and left, as well as his perfunctory attitude in the end, somewhat stimulated Li Zhixi's self-esteem as an executive of Peninsula Netflix, and made her, who was already a little conceited, really
Angry from embarrassment, she called Chi Jingyuan directly, her tone already showing obvious anger:
"Jing Yuanxi, our conditions are already generous enough. You have to know that Netflix doesn't have to be your choice. We have many candidate actors. Do you want to consider it carefully? Otherwise, you may miss out on our friendship.
, and you will miss a very excellent work.”
"oh?"
Chi Jingyuan didn't take this sister's little threat to heart at first, but after hearing her last sentence, he couldn't help laughing.
It’s not a show of respect or a business smile, it’s a smile that comes from the bottom of my heart and I can’t help it.
He turned around and looked at Li Zhixi, who looked confident and indignant with a strange expression, nodded, nodded slightly, and said with some regret, but also sincerely: "Maybe.