It has to be said that in the more than 20 years since Martin Mason was a child, no one has ever told him the words he just promised.
Most of the people around him are flattering, or they are crazy about flattering him because of his status as the second son of Paiqi.
Or simply look down on her second generation who relies on family resources and connections.
In addition, his father is also the same. From childhood to adulthood, he has the concept of suppressing education.
There is no such thing as any praise for him.
In other words, he has indeed never succeeded in anything since he was a child.
So when faced with Xu Ji's sudden success in learning that trick, he couldn't resist at all.
Martin Mason does love to play, but no matter how much he loves to play, he has actually experienced most things.
The novelty never lasts long.
In comparison, it was Xu Ji who said that he wanted to prove himself to his father and those who looked down on him.
It sounds much more attractive.
The key is that when the Chinese man in front of him said these words to him, he was not joking or anything else at all, but looked extremely serious.
For a moment, he couldn't help but start to look forward to it.
......
As for Xu Ji at this time, in fact, all this was within his expectation.
You said that Martin Mason's ability may indeed be slightly lacking.
But as the second son of Pai Qi, his education and experience in all aspects are unmatched by others.
Judging from the fact that the film he invested in can be shortlisted for the National Film Festival, his own ability must not be too bad.
More importantly, as the second son of Paiqi Pictures, the other party’s resources and various interpersonal relationships are really what Xu Ji needs.
Moreover, at this time, Martin Mason was known as a playboy to the outside world.
At this time, other people felt that he was not good enough, which in turn aroused his competitive spirit.
More importantly, it will be easy to gain the other party's trust.
Looking at it now, it seems to be pretty much what Xu Ji expected.
At this time, Martin Mason actually slowly reacted.
Then he asked:
"That's not right, you want me to work for you?"
"What for?"
Xu Ji did not show off to the other party, but directly said:
"I am planning to open a film and television company in the United States. At that time, you will be responsible for the management of the entire company."
After Martin Mason heard Xu Ji's words, he was not that surprised.
However, he gradually woke up at this time.
"It's just a small company, do you think I can't afford it?"
Xu Ji smiled and said:
"The size of the company doesn't really matter."
"Mr. Martin, why do you think I'm looking for you?"
Martin was stunned for a moment, then thought about it and shook his head.
I have forgotten that it was not Xu Ji who found him, but Xu Ji who took the initiative to make an appointment.
"Of course it's because I think you are the only partner I value most!"
"In fact, I also believe that Mr. Martin must look down on that salary."
"But compared with the salary, what if our goal is to make a film that has won three major European Film Festival awards and is in the top ten box office in film history?"
"Think about it, will Paige and those in the American film and television industry still look down on you, Martin Mason?"
"And when it comes to your name, the first thing that comes to mind is not that you are the son of Paige's boss, but the glory that you, Martin, have achieved."
......
He had only calmed down for a few minutes, but when he heard Xu Ji's words again, Martin Mason suddenly felt: Damn it, that makes sense!
Everyone was excited again!
Even at this time, I have the urge to fly back to the United States and have a big fight!
"Mr. Xu Ji!"
"Then what should I do?"
At this time, Martin Mason has no other complaints at all.
I even feel that only Xu Ji understands me.
No matter what outrageous request Xu Ji made at this time, he would probably agree directly.
However, Xu Ji's words just now were said in a deceptive tone, but he is not the kind of unreliable person.
It was indeed because he wanted to officially enter the foreign market and attract foreigners that he approached Martin Mason and wanted to cooperate with him.
In the final analysis, Xu Ji's purpose is actually the same as that of the other party.
"After you return to the United States, first help me register the film and television company. Then we will give you the script and money, and then you will find a suitable director to shoot."
"You are mainly responsible for the work of the producer and supervisor."
Xu Ji said.
Martin Mason is certainly not very good at photography.
But the other party’s eye for employment is indeed pretty good.
Therefore, the identity of a producer is the most suitable for the other party.
And in terms of company management, although I don’t have much experience.
But with my own background, I am much more reliable than many of the people I would look for myself.
What's more important is that with the help of Martin Mason's personal relationship, there will definitely be no trouble or trouble in these processes.
After all, the eight major film studios have great influence around the world, and as Paige's second son, Martin Mason is just a playboy. Some people will indeed be dissatisfied if they deliberately cause trouble.
But if you really want to do something seriously, no one will embarrass the other party without opening their eyes.
And it’s not necessary. In the eyes of many people, Martin Mason is probably not very capable.
All this fussing is actually just nonsense.
After hearing Xu Ji's words, Martin Mason felt much relieved.
If he were just a producer and supervisor, he would indeed have no difficulty in doing so.
As for helping to register a film and television company, it is actually a very simple matter. When the time comes, you can just spend money on professional people for help.
He also owns some companies, but most of them have gone bankrupt or are simply empty shells.
"Mr. Xu Ji... No, boss, how much do you plan to invest in our first film to enter the American film and television industry?"
Martin Mason looked at Xu Ji expectantly.
It’s not because he has any intention of pocketing the investment money Xu Ji intends to give.
It's because he feels at this time that the more money, the more it represents the importance the other party attaches to him.
Xu Ji directly stretched out his right hand, opened it and made a gesture.
"Five billion dollars?!
”
Martin Mason was stunned. He didn't expect Xu Ji to be so generous.
Xu Ji was also startled by the other party's words. Martin Mason really dared to think about it.
Seeing Xu Ji shaking his head, Martin Mason said tentatively: "Fifty million?"
Although it suddenly dropped a lot, 50 million is indeed not a very low investment.
At least for a newly established film and television company, this kind of production cost is actually enough.
But before he could continue to speak, he heard Xu Ji say: "No, it's five million."
Martin Mason:......
He felt that his happiness was in vain.
Especially what Xu Ji said just now, it’s the three major film festivals in Europe, the Hollywood Grand Prix, the highest film award in the United States, and it’s in the top ten box office in the world’s film history.
In the end, only five million US dollars was invested.
Even in Martin Mason's view, a movie with an investment of five million US dollars has almost nothing to make except literary and artistic films.
The amount of five million for a commercial film is really pitiful.
However, Xu Ji had already expected Martin Mason's disappointed expression at this time.
He said directly: "The bigger the investment, the better."
"I'm not stingy or anything, it's just that I have already written the script, and it is the wisest choice to decide the final investment amount based on the script."
"On this point, Martin, you should know that I was right."
It’s not like Martin Mason doesn’t know anything, he can be considered someone who has been involved in the American film and television industry since he was a child.
It is also very clear that what Xu Ji said makes sense.
But for some reason, he always felt an inexplicable sense of loss.
But thinking that Xu Ji had just mentioned the script, he asked curiously: "Boss, what you just said, have you already written the script?"
Xu Ji nodded. In fact, he had already spent some time with Raphael yesterday and finished writing the script in advance.
Even if Martin Mason doesn't ask him to meet, he will actually consider making an appointment.
Compared to a producer like Raphael who is mature but deeply bound to Lianye, Xu Ji is actually more inclined to choose someone like Martin who has a background but has no restrictions to work with.
Xu Ji took out the script that he had prepared and printed out in advance from his bag, and then handed it to the other party.
Martin Mason looked a little weird.
Obviously Xu Ji had already prepared to meet him.
He always felt that he would never guess the person he was meeting with.
""saw"("Saw")?"
When he saw the name of the movie, Martin felt confused.
He asked tentatively: "Is this a horror movie?"
Xu Ji nodded.
This is within Martin Mason's expectation. After all, with a cost of five million, the best choice is a low-cost thriller.
In the American film market, it is actually not uncommon for low-budget thrillers to counterattack.
Horror movies are not like domestic movies. They are considered niche movies and their box office results are generally not very high.
There are a lot of audiences in the United States who like horror movies and all kinds of bloody and violent B-level movies.
Many of them performed well at the box office.
Seeing that Martin Mason started to look at him seriously, Xu Ji did not bother him. He picked up the coffee on the table and took a sip, and then looked out the window boredly at the street scene of the small town of Guona.<
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After participating in the National Film Festival this time, Xu Ji also thought clearly that he really shouldn’t limit his vision to China.
Sometimes it is indeed better to earn money abroad.
And it’s not just about making money, there are actually many classic film and television works abroad.
If there were opportunities and conditions, of course Xu Ji would still want to photograph it.
There are even some movies that Xu Ji wants to shoot himself.
......
After about an hour, Martin Mason finally put down the script in his hand.
At the same time, the whole person seemed very excited.
If I just heard Xu Ji say that the investment was only five million, I felt that the other party was just joking and said some flattering words to myself.
Now after reading the script, I suddenly feel that what Xu Ji said before is really possible.
And he just remembered the reviews about Xu Ji that he had found online.
Although Xu Ji is the boss of Huaxia Entertainment Company, the company's scale and influence are first-rate in China.
But what appears most often is not how Xu Ji could have so much money at such a young age, or how he could succeed in his career.
Instead, they are all comments about Xu Ji.
The so-called influential entertainment companies and wealth are all based on Xu Ji's own talent.
You can tell from the titles of singer, screenwriter, director, songwriter, etc.
Xu Ji is a very rare genius.
At the time, Martin thought those comments were a bit exaggerated.
But now that the other party took out the script, he suddenly realized that it seemed to be true.
"Boss, you didn't write this script just these two days, right?"
Martin Mason hesitated and asked his most curious question.
Xu Ji didn't intend to hide it from the other party.
This is what he wants.
Martin Mason must completely admire and even worship him before he can work for him sincerely.
"To be precise, I should have actually written it last night."
Even though Martin Mason had already guessed it, he still looked shocked.
“oh my fug god!
”
Xu Ji continued to ask: "For this movie, five million US dollars should be enough, right?"
Martin Mason nodded.
"It's definitely enough, we don't even need that much!"
"Boss, you were right before, investment still has to be determined based on the script."
"Although the investment amount is not large, I think the script of "Saw" alone is worth more than five million!"
Martin Mason said with some excitement, and even at this moment he had the urge to fly back to the United States and immediately find a director to make the movie.
"And boss, the way you wrote this script is too comprehensive."
"Even the storyboards are drawn so carefully, which actually reduces the requirements for the director."
"I feel like any director who is a bit more professional can do a good job."
After hearing what the other party said, Xu Ji also reminded him:
"Although the investment in the movie is not high, we still have to ensure the quality of the movie."
After hearing Xu Ji's words, Martin Mason nodded.
"Don't worry about this, I have quite high requirements for the quality of movies."
"This is our Paige tradition."
"We are absolutely strict about the quality of our movies."
......
At this point, the purpose of this trip to Guona has finally been achieved.
I also won the award, which also left the seeds for future development in the American film and television industry.