Faced with Gu Ran's request, Warner's agent suddenly felt a headache.
He originally thought that Gu Ran was just a Chinese who didn't understand anything, but he didn't expect that Gu Ran was much more difficult to deal with than he thought.
After sorting out his thoughts, Warner's agent said: "Mr. Gu Ran, in fact, the total box office share and back-end share are not out of the question, but your asking price is too high. After all... you have not had any works before.
"
Gu Ran didn't give the Warner agent a good look, "So, you just look at the price given by the person? Instead of looking at the price given by the work, right?"
Warner's agent shrugged and said: "No, I mean, if you are famous, there will definitely be greater benefits, but now, you obviously do not have such a high reputation, and your asking price is not consistent with your identity.
No match."
Warner's agent continued: "This is not against you, I am just stating a fact. What you mentioned about Hollywood's share of the total box office to screenwriters is also there, but those screenwriters are generally top-notch big names, and they are all
For those who are also directors or producers - such as Mr. Nolan, there is almost no box office share for the screenwriter. Even if there is, it is definitely not a guaranteed share, but a non-guaranteed share."
"There is no guaranteed share, so there is an element of gambling. For example, the total box office must reach a certain point before the share conditions can be triggered."
"Moreover, the current highest total box office share is 0.06%."
"In addition, the film association and distributors have to take the lion's share of the back-end revenue sharing, and the screenwriter can only get 2.5% at most."
"So...according to your status in Hollywood, Mr. Ran, we can only give you 0.02% of the total box office share and 1% of the back-end revenue share."
"Believe me, Mr. Gu Ran, this is definitely the highest treatment you can get for writing a script for the first time."
What Warner's agent said was reasonable.
If Gu Ran hadn't been a reborn person, he would have been convinced by his words.
But it's a pity that Gu Ran doesn't accept this rhetoric.
Gu Ran smiled coldly, "Mr. Agent, I really don't have any reputation in Hollywood. However, your Warner company is not an ordinary company. You have produced "Casablanca", "The Matrix", "The Bat"
"A film and television company that produces some of the world's top movies, such as "The Hero", "Harry Potter", "Lord of the Rings", etc. You shouldn't be like the small film and television companies who only rely on fame to serve you. Instead, you should focus on real materials."
Gu Ran said confidently: "And I am the real thing. I didn't ask for sky-high prices as soon as I opened my mouth. I just think that my talent is worth the price. I can responsibly say that my hand-drawn scripts can at least make you
The shooting schedule has been shortened by more than twice, and your shooting period has been shortened, which also means that you can save a lot of venue costs and cast and crew costs - you will definitely not lose money."
"Of course, if you think that because I am Chinese, you think I am easy to bully and easy to talk to, then you are totally wrong. I will throw this script into a corner and shelve it, and I will not sell it cheaply."
Warner's agent was immediately shocked by Gu Ran's attitude.
As an agent, he has met many Chinese people in Hollywood. Most of those Chinese people are honest, careful in everything they say and do, and never refute anything. They are even a little too deferential.
Therefore, this agent has a natural stereotype that all people with black hair and yellow skin are easy to fool.
But what he didn't expect was that Gu Ran was not who he thought he was.
Gu Ran...very hard!
Warner's agent broke into a cold sweat.
Rachel next to her was also secretly anxious. She was worried that if Gu Ran really stopped selling the script, Annie would lose the opportunity to cooperate with Nolan and play Catwoman.
Rachel quickly winked at Anne on the other side.
Anne immediately frowned and said, "Mr. Agent, are you discriminating?"
Rachel:...Wait! I didn’t ask you to stand up for Gu Ran!
Warner's agent quickly wiped his sweat and said, "No, no, no, Miss Hathaway! That's definitely not the case!"
Gu Ran smiled generously, "I believe he is not, otherwise, I would have flipped the table over by now."
Warner's agent quickly said: "That's right, I'm not, I really am not."
Annie nodded slightly, "In short, I support all Gu Ran's decisions. This hand-drawn script belongs to Gu Ran, and Gu Ran has the right to make a price, and I also think that Gu Ran's price is fair and reasonable.
Deliberately asking for an exorbitant price. Even if I can't play Catwoman because of this, I don't care."
Anyway, if you don't play Catwoman, you can find an opportunity to stay and pester Gu Ran to hand-draw a new script.
Anne felt very happy.
Warner's agent quickly changed to a more respectful attitude and said cautiously: "Mr. Gu Ran, maybe what I just said was not very good, but please believe in the sincerity of our Warner company towards you. If there is no sincerity, we will also
I won’t rush over immediately. I sincerely suggest that you don’t use the model of box office sharing and back-end sharing. You can directly get a buyout fee. We can increase the buyout fee to... 1.8 million US dollars!
And it will be paid to you in one lump sum! As long as you agree, you can get this huge sum of money now!"
Directly increasing the installment payment method from 1.25 million to a one-time payment of 1.8 million. This kind of treatment is definitely very sincere and very tempting.
However, Gu Ran didn't take 1.8 million US dollars seriously at all.
This was the time of the World Cup. Gu Ran started gambling every now and then and now had 1.5 million pounds in his hand.
Gu Ran said coldly: "I don't want the buyout fee, I just want the total box office and back-end share. Otherwise, there is no need for us to continue talking. We can just have a meal and go back to our respective homes."
That’s right! You have to catch them like this!
Take pictures or not! If you don’t take pictures, I’ll still play football!
Warner's agent suddenly panicked and quickly looked at Nolan for help.
When Nolan heard that Gu Ran was not planning to sell the hand-drawn script of "Batman 3", he quickly said: "Gu, don't! Never! Such a good script can't just lie in the corner and collect dust."
!Isn’t it just a matter of sharing? This is easy to handle! I’ll ask Warner to modify my contract. I’ll take less of the total box office share and back-end revenue share, and I’ll give you my share!”
Gu Ran smiled and said: "No, Christopher, you may not understand that this is not a question of more money, but a question of recognition. My request is actually not too much. If Warner and DC recognize me,
Then I should be given this treatment, because I am worth it. Well, let me take a step back to show my sincerity: Let's make a betting agreement. If the global box office of "Batman 3" cannot exceed 1.2 billion US dollars, my script
I’ll give it to you for free, without a penny.”
"$1.2 billion?!"
Everyone present was shocked by Gu Ran's words.
Annie tugged on Gu Ran's clothes eagerly, "Gu! A box office of 1.2 billion US dollars is too difficult. This is an almost impossible height to reach."
Rachel also hurriedly persuaded: "Yeah, Gu, it's better to play it safe. There aren't many movies with a global box office of 1 billion, and 1.2 billion is simply impossible."
Gu Ran smiled and said: "Since I dare to bet like this, I have the confidence. If the total box office of "Batman 3" is less than 1.2 billion US dollars, then I will not only give you this script for free without paying a penny, but I will also
I will also give you a free hand-drawn script..."Interstellar"."
Upon hearing this, Warner's agent and director Nolan all brightened up!
It’s so cool to get two genius-level free scripts without spending a penny, right?
The agent asked eagerly: "Mr. Gu Ran, are you sure you want to do this?"
Nolan said excitedly: "Interstellar? As soon as I heard the name, it must be very good! Gu, tell me quickly, what kind of story is this?"
Gu Ran smiled and said: "This is a story about quantum entanglement and thinking about human nature."
"Wow!" Nolan shook his legs excitedly, "Oh God! Quantum entanglement! Isn't this the topic I want to express the most? Gu, hurry up and draw this script by hand! I beg you!"
Gu Ran smiled and said: "Don't worry, let's do it step by step and finish "Batman 3" first. Mr. Agent, I'm sure I want to bet with you like this. You'd better make a decision as soon as possible. I don't want to worry about the script.
The matter involves too much energy. After all, my main job is football, and I will soon be playing in the finals of the national competition, so I don’t want to be distracted by the script anymore.”
"Okay, okay!" the agent said quickly, "I will discuss it with the executives at Warner and DC."
After saying that, the manager got up and left the room, and went outside to make a report alone on the phone.
Taking advantage of this time, Gu Ran asked Bella to call the waiter to serve the food and wait for the result while eating.
Ten minutes later, Warner's agent came in with a blushing face and held the phone, "Mr. Gu Ran, I have just communicated with all the senior executives. The senior executives generally believe that you are a rare genius, so even though
We have not had such a precedent before, but we are willing to create such a precedent for you - when the total box office exceeds 1.2 billion US dollars, we will activate your total box office share of 1% and 5% of the back-end revenue."
"Haha! That's great!" Nolan clapped happily.
This meant that he could start filming directly using Gu Ran's hand-drawn script.
Anne and Rachel are naturally very happy - Anne can play the classic role of Catwoman.
Gu Ran also smiled faintly, "Very good, let's prepare the contract."
The script matter has finally come to an end. All that is left is to go through the process, say goodbye to Annie, and then you can devote yourself to the finals!
Warner's agent didn't even bother to eat, he immediately took out his laptop and modified the details on the standard contract template.
Rachel also helped draft the betting contract.
After both parties worked together for more than half an hour, the gambling agreement and script contract were drawn up.
Nolan's assistant borrowed a printer from the restaurant and printed out the two contracts.
Rachel reviewed it carefully before handing the agreement and contract to Gu Ran.
Gu Ran briefly read a few key points and made sure there were no problems, so he signed his name on the gambling agreement and the script contract.
Done!
All three parties are happy!
Warner felt that they had taken advantage of it - after all, the total box office of 1.2 billion US dollars was an almost impossible level to reach, and they felt that they could get two scripts from Gu Ran for free!
Rachel also felt that she had taken a big advantage - Annie got the role of Catwoman without doing anything!
As for Gu Ran... that would be even better.
After living with Annie for so long, spending so much time in vain as a prostitute, I also hand-drawn the script for "Batman 3", and took this opportunity to open up the door to Hollywood. It really couldn't be more exciting.
Nolan stood up and shook hands with Gu Ran and said goodbye, "Gu, I will go back immediately to prepare for the crew of "Batman 3" and strive to officially start filming within a week - Oh, by the way, Annie, you also need to return to the United States as soon as possible before joining the crew.
DC Company will also provide you with some training on Catwoman."
Without waiting for Annie to answer, Rachel quickly said: "Don't worry, Mr. Nolan, we have booked our tickets for this afternoon and will be able to return to the United States and get back to work tomorrow."
Although Anne was extremely reluctant to give up, she still said to Nolan in a professional manner: "Yes, Mr. Nolan, I very much look forward to cooperating with you."
Gu Ran also smiled and said: "Christopher, I wish you a safe journey."
Before leaving, Nolan couldn't help but said: "Gu... take the time to hand-draw the "Interstellar" you mentioned for me to see!"
Gu Ran smiled and said, "Okay, wait until I'm free."
As for when I will be free...it depends on when I am happy.
After receiving Gu Ran's "promise", Nolan happily left the restaurant with his agent and assistant.
After leaving a few tips, Gu Ran also left the restaurant with Annie, Rachel and Bella.
Now, it's time to say goodbye to Annie.
Several people walked to the parking space on the roadside.
Rachel deliberately pulled Bella to create space for Annie and Gu Ran.
Before Gu Ran could speak, Annie had already shed tears, "Gu... I can't let you go. When I think of the happiness we had together, I can't let you go even more."
Lamp~
A bright red talent point bubble was immediately generated at Annie's feet.
This is the second talent point bubble she dropped today.
Gu Ran also had a look of reluctance, "Annie, don't cry, I'll feel sorry for you. We are only separated temporarily, and it's not like we will never see each other again."
As he spoke, Gu Ran hugged Annie and concentrated his thoughts to collect Annie's last talent point bubble through the air.
Annie leaned into Gu Ran's arms, "Gu, will you come to Hollywood to see me?"
Gu Ran nodded and said: "Yes, Annie, as long as I have time, I will definitely visit you."
Annie said with tears in her eyes: "Well, Gu, I'll wait for you..."
"Goodbye, Annie."
"Kiss me, please, just like you have done thousands of times." Anne closed her eyes and put on her flaming red lips.
So, while playing handball, Gu Ran kissed Annie affectionately——
"Ahem!"
Rachel appeared next to them both with a straight face.
Annie hugged Gu Ran tightly, for fear of being separated by Rachel.
Gu Ran also frowned slightly: He didn't even let me kiss him goodbye. Isn't this too much?
Rachel said in a parental tone: "Annie, I'm not talking about you, why can't you remember your identity as a big Hollywood star? This is on the street, what if you are recognized?
?And the key now is not you, but Gu! If you do this, it will bring a lot of unnecessary trouble to Gu! You are no longer a child, so you should think more about Gu!"
Annie was about to retort, "...Eh?"
Gu Ran:...Why do you feel like the mother-in-law is protecting her son-in-law?
"What are you still doing?" Rachel urged, "Get in the car and hurry up."
Damn it...
This change is really huge!
Gu Ran said a little embarrassedly: "Is it better not to give it up?"
Anne excitedly said to Rachel: "Thank you Rachel - we will be there soon."
After saying that, Annie pulled Gu Ran into the back row of the Porsche Cayenne.
Bella asked cautiously: "Rachel, weren't you against them being together before?"
Rachel rolled her eyes at Bella angrily, "I have never objected! From the first time I saw Gu Ran, I knew he was very capable! Annie is a bit innocent, but Annie's vision is not low!
The man Annie likes is of course an excellent man!"
Bella:……
Rachel said again: "Okay, don't be stunned, hurry up!"
Bella's eyes lit up, "Should I go in and say goodbye to Gu Ran too?"
Is there such a good thing???
Although nothing happened between me and Gu Ran, but... Gu Ran has seen photos of me wearing nothing!
If we go on a first-come, first-served basis, I will be ranked higher than Annie!
It’s appropriate to go in and say goodbye! There’s nothing wrong with it!
Rachel scolded: "What are you thinking about every day? I mean, come and stand next to the car with me and block the glass for them so that they are not discovered by passers-by."
"Oh..." Bella quickly stood over.
"Hey, young lovers, they must have a lot of private things to say when they part ways. As someone who has been there, I can understand it."
"Rachel, you are such a good agent." Bella complimented at the right time.
"That's right, haha!" Rachel smiled very happily when she thought that Annie had really made a lot of money this time.
After a while.
The shock absorber springs of the Porsche Cayenne began to shake violently.
Bella said in shock: "Rachel, what's going on? Why did the car suddenly start shaking?"
"Huh? Probably..." Rachel glanced back and quickly turned her head, "...young people today! I just asked them to communicate in the car, not like that!"
Bella looked at it curiously, "What... Oh! My God! Oh! Oh! Oh!"
"Stop looking! Why are you still shouting the number?"
"Then what should we do now? The car is shaking too much."
Rachel said: "Don't panic, let's dance together, so passers-by won't think it's weird. Come on, follow this rhythm..."
"I can't keep up..."
"Hang on, said Anne, they'll be there soon."
"Have you asked clearly? Is it faster in terms of time? Or is it faster in terms of frequency?"
"Ah... Anyway, just hang out with me! Don't let anyone notice you in the car."
The two stood next to the Porsche Cayenne, swaying up and down together in exaggerated movements, and shouting from time to time.
The behavior of the two people aroused the attention of passers-by on the road...
For almost an hour, the shaking not only did not subside, but became more and more violent.
Snap! Snap!
The two shock absorber springs were overwhelmed and exploded.