What should I do if I have a childhood sweetheart who wants to be a singer? Chapter 482 The younger son who doesnt want to come back and inherit the family property
Chapter 482 The younger son who doesnt want to come back and inherit the family property
"Pirates of the Caribbean" has been on a roll ever since it was released.
Both the box office and the popularity of Blue Star have skyrocketed.
The character of Jack Sparrow suddenly became the most discussed male protagonist in the movie.
Many people have begun to discuss the various supernatural settings in "Pirates of the Caribbean" and dig into the specific background sources.
Of course, these are just additions, and the most intuitive manifestation is in the movie box office.
In less than a week, the cumulative box office revenue of All Blue Star exceeded US$500 million.
Although the subsequent box office still showed signs of decline, it still maintained its top position in the film markets of the United States, China and other countries during the same period.
Of course, the enthusiasm of the Chinese audience is always the highest.
Many media outlets are reporting on the global box office data of "Pirates of the Caribbean" almost every day.
In the past, there was basically no movie produced in China that could achieve such luxurious results in the international market.
The last time a similar phenomenon occurred, it was still Tongji's movie "Coco".
But as an animated movie, people still pay less attention to the box office.
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At the same time, after Tongji Entertainment achieved such box office results.
It is said that many domestic film and television companies in China have actually begun to launch their own plans to enter the international market.
But whether it will succeed in the end, no one knows.
After all, some companies that followed Feng Tongji did make money, but most of them still suffered more or less losses.
Of course, large companies such as the three major entertainment companies have no such idea at all.
It’s not like they haven’t tried to enter the international market before, especially Smallpox Entertainment. They have tried once or twice before.
Investment in overseas markets is also a huge expense.
But the final results were unsatisfactory.
They've tried it, so they know how difficult it is.
It's not like you just get excited and learn Tongji's model to succeed.
Financial investment is one thing, and the most important thing is that they don't have a screenwriter like Xu Ji.
It is not easy to figure out the preferences of audiences in overseas markets.
If it is accompanied by a large risk of loss, then it should be treated even more cautiously.
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In the United States, here at Paige Pictures, the discussion about the chairman's son Caiden has become louder and louder recently.
The loss of "Doomsday Survival" is already a certainty, and there is almost no chance of a comeback.
Paige invested at least US$230 million in this project from the early stage of filming to the final announcement.
But within one week of the movie's release, the box office has only exceeded 100 million US dollars so far.
This does not include the share the movie gives to theaters and national distributors.
The entire movie project will cost Paige at least 200 million US dollars.
Even as one of the eight major film studios in the United States, such a level of loss can be said to be a thorn in their side.
In fact, the cash flow of the eight major film studios is not that sufficient.
Every time a large investment project like this is carried out, one needs to be more cautious.
But this time, whether it was Paiqi's senior management or some ordinary employees, it was obvious that the main reason for the loss was placed on Kaiden, the young man.
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"Mr. Wesker, the company's top management has unanimously proposed that Master Kaiden be removed from his position."
"Many people even said that people should be kicked out of our company directly."
Wesker was not surprised at all when he heard his assistant's words.
In other words, it was for this purpose that he agreed to let Kaiden be in charge of the "Doomsday Survival" project from the beginning.
"Have you contacted Martin?"
Wesker did not express his position on this matter, but instead asked about his youngest son.
"I asked, Master Martin said he doesn't have time to come back and have dinner with you recently."
The assistant answered silently.
"With the current popularity of "Pirates of the Caribbean", he should indeed be very busy."
Wesker was not surprised at all.
In fact, he himself never expected that "Pirates of the Caribbean", which Martin was responsible for, would be so successful.
Originally, he thought it would be good for a movie with such a large investment to recover the cost.
That Chinese company called Tongji actually made him successful, and it was such a huge success.
Of course, he admitted that he did not realize the potential of his youngest son Martin.
But he knows very well that the main reason why the movie "Pirates of the Caribbean" has achieved its current success is because of the Chinese company.
Xu Ji, who is very famous in China, is the creator of the high box office of "Pirates of the Caribbean".
"Mr. Wesker, I have something to say that I don't know whether I should say."
After hesitating for a while, the assistant finally spoke.
Wesker glanced at the other person, but didn't pay much attention.
Although the other party is just his assistant, he can be regarded as the veteran who has followed him to develop Paige to what it is now.
On weekdays, I would also express my opinions to Wesker from time to time.
"If you have anything to say, just say it."
After hearing Wesker's words, the assistant slowly said:
"From what I see from Master Martin's attitude, it seems that he doesn't intend to go back to Paiqi."
Wesker fell into silence at this time.
In fact, this was the result that he had expected a long time ago.
In other words, it was the first thing that came to mind after the box office of "Pirates of the Caribbean" came out on the first day.
After all, the project was so successful, and it was Martin who was the person in charge throughout the whole process.
Whatever the reason, Martin had no reason to return to Patch now.
My youngest son has never worked for Paiqi before.
It can be said that I basically have no special feelings towards the company.
The only thing that might tie them together is the family ties of being Wesker's son.
Previously, Wesker's attitude towards Martin was not very good, and the relationship between the two has always been in a rather awkward situation.
It’s completely understandable if you don’t come back.
Of course, Wesker is actually not in a hurry at all, after all, he is quite old now.
According to normal circumstances, it is time to retire.
But his body is still strong, and the entire Pai Qi is still completely under his control.
So he had time to wait until Martin figured it out and came back to inherit Paige Pictures.
As for his eldest son Caiden, from the time he put him in charge of the film and television project "Survival of the Doomsday", Wesker was like giving up on him.
Although no decision has been made yet, it is certain that Kaiden is unlikely to enter the core senior management of Paiqi in the future.
As for Kaiden himself, with Wesker's current wealth and strength, he can actually make him worry-free for the rest of his life.
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"Father."
"I......"
Seeing Kaiden in front of him, Wesker interrupted him without changing his expression.
"I told you to call me Chairman in the company."
Kaiden was already weak, but when he heard these words, he became even more depressed.
"Chairman."
"I think......"
"I want to try again!"
"I think I have found the trick. If you give me another chance, let me be in charge of a film project."
Before he finished speaking, he was directly interrupted by Wesker.
"It's not necessary."
"I have already given you the opportunity. As for the results you have produced, I don't need to say more."
"So, you should just go back to your original position and stay there."
Of course Wesker would not agree.
This is a "Doomsday Survival", and it has seriously damaged the vitality of Paige Pictures.
He didn't dare to let Caiden act nonsense again, otherwise Paige Pictures would really be removed from the eight major film studios.
Of course, he didn't act cruelly.
Otherwise, based on the losses that Kaiden has brought to the company this time, it will definitely be impossible to continue to stay at Paiqi.
And Wesker just let Caden return to his previous position.
It’s already considered a great deal of kindness.
But Kaiden didn't think so. He was obviously not very satisfied with the result.
But he didn't say much. Wesker's majesty as a father was still there.
He just stood up silently and left the chairman's office.
"Mr. Wesker, if you continue to let Master Kaiden stay in the company, some senior executives may have ideas..."
The assistant spoke immediately after Kaiden left.
Although he has watched Caiden grow up, in the final analysis he still stands with Wesker and Paige Films.
"I know."
"But he is my son after all."
"Go and reveal my attitude and say that Kaiden will be just an ordinary employee of the company from now on."
"And... there will be no change in his position in the future."
When Wesker said this, he still hesitated.
But now that things have reached this point, it is obvious that there is no need for other retreats.
Perhaps for Kaiden, this result is the best.
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"Breaking 500 million US dollars!"
"This result is terrible!"
At the American branch of Tongji Entertainment, the director of "Pirates of the Caribbean" looked incredulous.
He didn't expect that it would get such a high box office, and it had only been in theaters for a week.
Even though he himself is quite confident in the movie.
"Calm down, I already knew the news."
On the surface, Martin seems unfazed and doesn't seem too surprised by the current box office results.
But I was actually quite excited inside.
The popularity of "Pirates of the Caribbean" has completely spread Martin Mason's name in the industry.
Of course, there are still some people who believe that this movie was invested by Paige or Wesker's Mason family.
However, those who are a little better informed already know that the movie is an investment from a Chinese company.
And Martin is the person in charge of this Chinese company in the United States.
Although a bit unexpected, it is obvious that Martin's success this time does not seem to rely too much on Paige Pictures and his father Wesker.
In just one week, Martin has received a lot of phone calls. Many industry leaders who originally looked down on him are interested in establishing a good relationship with him or with Tongji, a Chinese company.
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"Mr. Martin, I have received many invitations to audition for roles."
"I think......"
Cali Bueller came here mainly to discuss his future development with Martin.
Of course, Tongji Entertainment, a Chinese company, seems to be a little different from what he thought.
Not only did he hire his own broker, but the company also gave him a lot of freedom in some so-called businesses.
However, considering his current status, such treatment is quite normal.
"I suggest you refuse them all."
After Martin heard what Cali Bueller said, he said without hesitation.
"Of course, according to the company's regulations, you have the right to make decisions."
"But if I were you, I wouldn't agree to take the role at this time."
After Cali Bueller heard what Martin said, he asked seriously:
"Mr. Martin, what do you mean..."
Martin nodded.
"You should have guessed it. After all, you should be very familiar with the script of "Pirates of the Caribbean" during the filming."
"And I will definitely watch the finished movie later."
"As the outside world has speculated, I feel the same way."
""Pirates of the Caribbean" is expected to be followed by a sequel, and it is estimated that the time interval will not be too long."
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After hearing what Martin said, Cali Bueller not only did not feel sad because he was not allowed to take other roles, but he looked very happy.
He originally liked the role of Captain Jack Sparrow and was also very interested in the script, so he chose to take on the role and even signed a contract with Tongji.
After the movie was released, the popularity of "Pirates of the Caribbean" exceeded everyone's imagination.
Now, with his role as Captain Jack Sparrow, he can be said to be famous throughout Blue Star.
Moreover, the success of the first movie has now made the popularity and value of the movie "Pirates of the Caribbean" completely different from what it was back then.
If you can successfully shoot a sequel, even if the movie hasn't been released yet, relying on the foundation of the first movie, it's basically impossible to lose money.
What's more, judging from the script of this movie, it is obvious that the company boss, who is the screenwriter of the movie, has already made plans for a sequel.
In any case, for Cali Bueller, continuing to star in the sequel to "Pirates of the Caribbean" is his wisest choice at the moment.
"I know Mr. Martin, I will temporarily decline those audition invitations."
Although many of the directors who invited Kali Bueller this time are well-known American directors, and judging from the introduction of the film, it is also a pretty good opportunity.
But Kali Bueller has never been a half-hearted person, and he will not easily change his mind after making a decision.
Therefore, without any hesitation at this time, he firmly determined his intention to star in "Pirates of the Caribbean" in the future.
"Wait, the boss's call."
Martin suddenly saw the ringing cell phone and said something.
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After a few minutes, Martin hung up the phone.
Then look at Cali Bueller.
"Your decision is absolutely correct."
"And... maybe we won't have much vacation left."
"The boss's script seems to have been written and ready."
"And this time..."
"The investment in the second Caribbean movie will be even greater than the first one!"
Hearing Martin's words, Cali Bueller was also stunned for a moment.
Obviously, if calculated according to time, boss Xu Ji had already made preparations before "Pirates of the Caribbean" was released.
It is even possible that the script for this second part was even written at the same time as the first part.