Back in the evening, Tang An and Xu Manyun talked about the sequel to "Unfortunately".
"I have already discussed the creation of the sequel to "Unfortunately" with Xu Zheng. You can see if he needs help at that time."
Xu Manyun was leaning on the sofa with his legs crossed, and his hands were tapping on the keyboard.
"How much production fee are you going to give him this time?"
"Not counting the promotion fees and film remuneration, it's probably 20 million at most. The share of "The Road to Misfortune" is enough, and there's more."
"Twenty million?"
Xu Manyun asked in surprise, "Are you using film this time?"
"No, it's still a digital camera, but this time the shooting location may be overseas, which is always more expensive." Tang An shook his head.
In fact, there is no difference between digital cameras and film for this type of movie, because its main attraction is the funny plot. It is too wasteful to use film, and now the gap between digital cameras and film is very small. In two years,
Film movies should withdraw from the stage of history.
Moreover, China Film Digital has replaced digital projectors nationwide, and now half of the screens use digital projection.
Xu Manyun suddenly thought of something, put his laptop on the coffee table, turned around and said.
"Since we are going to make "Unfortunately" into a series, why not sign Xu Zheng and make two movies in three years or three movies in five years? Otherwise, if this series really has a future, he will give up the project.
Or what should I do if I want to share it?”
Xu Manyun's worries are not unreasonable. The most worrying thing about the series of movies is the high salary and the requirement for actors and directors to bring money into the series and share profits.
In Hollywood, a hit series can usually create a superstar with a club of 20 million, and even a share of the profit.
Series superstars are also superstars.
Depp and Robert Downey Jr. are typical examples. It is not surprising that a movie can earn 40 to 50 million.
As an employer, we definitely don’t want to see this happen. The wisest choice is to sign a three- to five-film contract at once, once and for all.
Tang An shook his head and rejected her proposal, "It doesn't make much sense. Xu Zheng is not only an actor, he is also a director. If he doesn't accept it, a director in the billion-dollar club is still very valuable now. He won't have to worry about finding one."
When it comes to projects, it’s still a project that I can fully decide on.”
"What if he doesn't participate in the subsequent series?"
"As long as the benefits are enough, I won't be afraid. We can make money together."
Capable directors and actors will definitely set up their own studios or even start companies in the future. It is impossible to bind people together.
In the future, we will definitely recruit some actors and celebrities to set up a studio, and Tang An will become a shareholder.
Hold a certain share but do not interfere with operations.
It is an investment and saves you the trouble of running a studio.
What Tang An only gave was the priority of some roles. Those who were suitable for their roles were given priority.
Capable directors can participate in investment in the name of the studio and bind their interests.
It is much better to save the huge and bloated brokerage business and unite a large number of excellent directors and actors around the company than to do that troublesome brokerage business.
The next day Tang An went to Huayi again. There was something he forgot to mention yesterday.
Go straight to Wang Zhongjun's office, knock on the door and enter.
"Dr. Wang."
"Mr. Tang is not resting at home, is there something wrong?" Wang Zhongjun asked doubtfully, "The Founding of the People's Republic of China" will be filmed in two days, what else is going on?
Tang An sat down opposite him and said, "Dr. Wang, it will take a month to make "The Founding of the People's Republic of China" and I have to go to New York. I want to do magnetic transfer of the film of "The Chinese Partner" first and input it.
Go to the computer and splice the materials according to the script order, and then you will have more time."
"No problem, I'll talk to Mr. Chen later." Wang Zhongjun nodded and agreed.
"One more thing, there is a new entertainment charity dinner over in Shanghai. Does our company have more invitations?"
Charity dinner?
Wang Zhongjun glanced at Tang An in surprise. Why did he suddenly think of attending the dinner? Last year, he didn't even go to Harper's Bazaar.
Although he was a little confused, Wang Zhongjun didn't say anything and asked him to ask Liu Tao for a copy.
As one of the largest film and television companies in the industry, Huayi must have plenty of invitations.
In this way, Tang An took more than 10 artists from the company to Shanghai by plane at noon.
Some artists were going to Huayi, and Tang An happened to be going too, so he led the team.
This can be regarded as a temporary arrest of a young man.
Wang Xiaoming, Lu Yi, Lin Xinru......
There were quite a few people there. This charity dinner seemed to be hosted by the Shanghai Spiritual Civilization Construction Office, and it was broadcast live on Dragon TV.
Tang An took more than ten people to a five-star hotel near the Shanghai Grand Theater. He had booked it before he came.
Anyway, it was Huayi's money that allowed us to book 10 rooms at once, some of which were not well-known and only had two people per room.
"Thank you, Mr. Tang!"
These third-tier or even third-tier starlets were very grateful. They usually just find a hotel for any activities.
The life of the low-level starlets in Beijing is not much better than that of some migrant workers from Beijing. They have to spend money to attend many events and red carpets, as well as buy cosmetics and clothes. If Huayi didn't have dormitories for them, they would probably have to live in the basement.
"Okay, you go prepare yourself. We will meet at 6pm."
There are still more than 3 hours, enough for them to put on makeup.
The female artists thanked them again and went to their rooms to put on makeup and change clothes.
"Why are you two here? You're not tired after staying up late for two months, right? It seems like I still finish work early every day."
Tang An turned to look at Wang Xiaoming and Lu Yi and smiled.
Wang Xiaoming quickly waved his hand and said, "Mr. Tang, I am also passing by to take a look. After the dinner, I will go to Nanjing with you. I also have a few scenes in "The Founding of the People's Republic of China"."
That's what happened.
"What about you?"
"I was shortlisted as the favorite charity star of the children in the disaster area, so I have to come." Lu Yi said with a wry smile.
"Oh, what's going on?" Tang An asked curiously.
"Actually, it's nothing. Last year, I established a poverty alleviation education fund for my daughter to help children from poor families complete their studies. Later, on the child's birthday in October, many fans also spontaneously donated to the fund."
"Then you deserve this charity star."
Lu Yi was a little embarrassed and said, "Actually, I just want to do more good things and help my daughter grow up safely. I didn't think so much."
"No matter what you think, at least you have done something good and children who cannot afford to study have benefited from it. That is enough."
There is nothing wrong with receiving awards for charity work. Is it possible to let those who pretend to travel to rural areas and take some photos get them?
As for some people who say it’s a show, if you really put in the energy and money and don’t commit any fraud, then what if it’s just a show?
Go spend your money and take the time to check it out!
I wish everyone could put on a show!
Two hours later, those who needed to change their clothes changed their clothes and did their hair.
Wang Xiaoming, Lu Yi, Lin Xinru, Li Xiaoru, BOBO group, Deng Kai, Wang Kai, Wang Xiaochen, Zhao Liying...
There are first-tier stars and ninth-tier actors, so the lineup is quite large.
"Everything is ready, let's set off!"
Tang An asked the hotel to arrange a fleet of cars instead of luxury cars. This charity party should be kept low-key, otherwise he will be treated like a fat sheep later.
The Magic City Grand Theater is not far away, less than 10 minutes' drive.
Since it is organized by the government, the scale is quite large.
The red carpet is indispensable. Nowadays, no matter what the event is, you have to walk on the red carpet.
The artists were very excited, as they only saw such a big scene a few times a year.
Tang An finished the trip as quickly as possible. He was not here to attend a charity dinner today.
He didn't go to the Harper's Bazaar Charity Dinner at the end of August last year. "Now You See Me" had already been put into production at that time, so he didn't go to join in the fun because it was too noisy.
Throughout the year, apart from promoting movies, I would only go out and participate in some activities when I was bored.
Zhao Baogang and Yingda also came back from today's dinner, and Tang An wanted to stop by to inquire about Huayi's situation. After all, both of their companies are under Huayi's banner, and they have some understanding of Huayi's current situation.
It was too abrupt to come to my door suddenly. Who would have thought that we could have a casual chat with him if we met him by chance.
I broke out of the jousting array of reporters, entered the infield, and let them take some photos.
"Hello, Mr. Tang, welcome to the dinner."
A person in charge of the organizer came out to greet him and took Tang An to a table in the front row.
Dinner Dinner is, of course, a banquet, with eating and drinking.
There are nearly a hundred tables arranged in the infield, with six or seven people sitting at each table, and the distance between each other is large enough, so it does not seem crowded at all.