When Bill Hawke heard Chen Feng's words, he sneered in his heart, but on the surface he looked very helpful and smiled happily: "Thank you for the compliment. It is my greatest honor to gain your trust and appreciation. This film
I have carefully polished the movie script for three years and revised it dozens of times before we have the current version. The budget is 520 million US dollars, and the shooting cycle plus the special effects post-production of the movie will take about a year. If we rush it
If so, maybe it can be released during Christmas next year. I can guarantee that the U.S. box office will not be less than 1 billion US dollars. If you include the global box office, it will definitely be 2 billion US dollars.
Among them, Datang is a very good ticket warehouse, and it is estimated that there should be two to three billion U.S. dollars. There is still a gap of nearly 240 million U.S. dollars in the budget. We hope that you and your Meili Beauty Company can absorb it, so that I can save money.
There will be a lot of trouble in raising funds. Of course, if you can't come up with so much at once, I can understand it. But the minimum investment must be more than 100 million US dollars, otherwise, I will have to find other places to raise funds. Because
If there are too many investors, it will involve a lot of energy on my part and make the accounts unclear. If not for this reason, my budget of more than 500 million would have been successfully raised long ago. If Mr. Chen has investment intentions, please make a decision early.
."
The reason that Bill Hawke came up with seems a bit far-fetched, but if Chen Feng hadn't known from the system that this was a trap, he really wouldn't have doubted it, and probably would have jumped in. First of all, he is a great director, and he only looks at it from the outside.
In other words, he is a very humble and cultivated person; secondly and more importantly, the script of "Star Wars Legends" is really well written. Even if the plan has some flaws, when there is such a good script, it doesn't matter.
"I have decided." Chen Feng said, pretending to be anxious, "We, the beautiful lady, will take out all the remaining US$240 million. I hope the share ratio can account for at least 40%."
Bill Hawke was overjoyed, but on the surface he frowned slightly and said: "This is impossible. As the screenwriter and director of the movie, I have to share 10% of the profits. In addition, the two male and female leading actors have to hire the top talents in Hollywood.
In addition to being paid remuneration, actors must also be given certain box office dividends. The other two investors, Warner and Paramount, are both large companies with very mature film distribution channels. Therefore, their shareholding proportions
It should also be adjusted appropriately.”
Upon hearing this, Chen Feng pretended to be dissatisfied and said: "I invested so much money, which accounts for almost half of the total budget, but I can't get 40% of the share. Then I won't invest. You can go."
Chen Feng looked very angry and immediately issued an eviction order.
Bill Hawke was dumbfounded. He didn't expect that he would fall out immediately. Isn't this too emotional? Is this the demeanor that a big company boss should have?
He couldn't help but regret that he had done something extra for the sake of realistic acting. If he had known that Chen Feng was so emotional, 40% would have been better.
"Sorry, sorry!" Bill Hawke could only stand up and apologize, looking very guilty, and said with a smile, "Mr. Chen, we can discuss the specific share of the profits slowly. There is no need for you to be so excited. Since you have
If you have investment intentions, then we will sit down and have a good discussion. There will always be a result that everyone can be satisfied with."
Chen Feng said with a strong attitude: "If there is no 40% share, there is no need to talk. The script of your movie is very good, but it may not be 100% profitable when it is filmed. In Hollywood, it is similar to big investment
There have been cases of loss. Therefore, I took a lot of risks to participate in the investment. If I can't even get basic profits, then there is no need for me to invest. I might as well do it myself, don't you think?"
When Bill Hawke saw this, he cursed secretly in his heart. If this movie was true, he would have stood up and left early in the morning. How could he be so arrogant like Chen Feng?
But this movie is just a bait to lure Chen Feng into a trap. At this time, he can only continue to smile.
"Yes. What you said makes sense. Look at this, okay? I'll call Warner and Paramount right away to discuss it. Please wait a moment."
Bill Hawk stood up with an apologetic smile on his face.
But Chen Feng said with a straight face and no mercy: "I'll give you ten minutes to deal with them. If you can't do it, forget the investment. Go ahead."
Chen Feng's attitude was completely like a superior versus a subordinate, and Bill Hawke almost couldn't help but jump to his feet. Fortunately, he is so old, and with the benefits promised to him by Paramount and Warner, he
Still, he resisted the urge to jump violently.
Even though he was very rich, under the stimulation of Chen Feng's attitude, he couldn't keep the smile on his face. He just nodded slightly towards Chen Feng, then picked up his mobile phone and went out to make a call.
In fact, he didn't need to make these two calls at all, but who let him be possessed by the drama spirit? He was afraid that Chen Feng would become suspicious, so he put on a full show, and when he did this, Chen Feng took the opportunity to screw him up.
.It makes him angry and dare not vent his anger. It can only be said that he is a director with a well-earned reputation and is very good at acting.
After Chen Feng watched him go out, he couldn't help but sneer in his heart. Now that he knew their conspiracy, Chen Feng would certainly not be stupid enough to invest money again. But in order to prevent them from making any mistakes again, he would hang them like this first and wait.
When they can't bear it anymore, they find excuses to refuse, leaving them happy in vain.
At the same time, Chen Feng must of course follow the system's requirements and launch counterattacks against them to let them know how powerful he is.
However, this revenge action must not be obvious from the beginning, otherwise the investment in "Star Wars Legends" will not be easy for them to play.
Almost ten minutes later, Bill Hawke walked in from the door pretending to be happy, and said to Chen Feng with a smile: "Mr. Chen, Paramount and Warner have agreed. In principle, they agree to your 40
% share requirement, but they also have conditions.”
"Oh, what conditions?" Chen Feng asked noncommittally.
Bill Hawke said: "That is, after the crew is established, the entire investment must be transferred to the crew's account within one month. If you can do this, they will agree to your 40% share."
Taking out 240 million US dollars and depositing it into the crew's account within a month is equivalent to beating a dog with a meat bun. And it's definitely not just that. The other party must have some tricks up their sleeves, and Chen Feng can think of them if he thinks about it carefully, such as budget overruns.
.More than half of the movie was shot, but we ran out of money. As the main investor, do you want to add more? After all, you have already invested more than 200 million US dollars. If you don’t continue to invest and finish the movie, the production will be completed.
, your initial investment of more than 200 million US dollars has been wasted. This is the most destructive move. And when Chen Feng continues to invest money, and finally waits for the movie to be filmed, there will probably be other messes.
Things that cannot be properly produced or cannot be released at all. Then by then, all the money Chen Feng invested will still be in vain.
Anyway, if they want to deceive you, they have many tricks. Among them, falsifying accounts is a common method. Many investors with money and no knowledge come in, and in the end they are likely to lose everything and leave in despair.
"I need to think about this." Chen Feng pretended to think for a while before saying this.
Bill Hawke was greatly disappointed and couldn't help but said: "I will give you at most one day to think about it. Because there are other investors who are also very interested in my project. So, if you haven't made a decision after one day, I will only give you one day to think about this project."
I can find other investors to cooperate with.”
Chen Feng sneered in his heart and looked angry on his face. He said angrily: "One day is too little. I need three days. If it doesn't work, forget it. Whoever you love can go."
Hearing this, Bill Hawk felt regretful again. Why did he have to do this? Why did he force him? So, he quickly changed his words and said: "Okay, okay. Just three days. I'll wait for your reply in three days. But.
, I still hope you can make a decision as soon as possible. After all, if you invest money earlier, this project can be started as soon as possible, and we can also shoot the movie earlier. It will be released during Christmas next year. At that time, we can even get the movie.
I will earn you back several times the profit through profit.”
Chen Feng sneered and said: "It's easy to put it. If it were so easy to make money, everyone in Hollywood would be a billionaire. If you keep boasting, I will doubt your directing ability."
These words made Bill Hawke almost jump out of his skin again, but in the end he held it back. He decided that it would be better to leave here as soon as possible for the time being, otherwise he might be angry to death.
"I'm not talking rhetorically, I'm just seeking truth from facts. If you are interested in investing in my project, please make your decision as soon as possible. That's it for today. I'll take my leave."
After Bill Hawke finished speaking, he turned around and left without stopping at all.
Of course, Chen Feng had no intention of giving him away. He had just severely damaged this bad old man, and he was in a good mood. Now he had a three-day buffer period, which was enough for him to launch his own counterattack and revenge.
He already had some clues in his mind. He turned on the computer and checked the information about Paramount and Warner, especially their relationship with Jews. As expected, these two film companies were founded by Jews and have been in business for hundreds of years.
History. Chen Feng has not found out the current composition of the equity behind it. But it is certain that the Jewish consortium is the major shareholder.
When Chen Feng was about to use hacking methods to find some information about these two companies, there was a knock on the door. Chen Feng had to give up temporarily and said, "Come in."
Then, Laurent and Betty walked in together. The former said straight to the point: "Boss, I heard Bill Hawke say that you still need to think about it. What else is there to consider? Can we participate in such a big project?"
We will definitely make money if we go in. Even Warner and Paramount are very optimistic about this movie. They have shared almost 300 million US dollars in funding with each other. If we can follow the investment, we can establish a deeper cooperative relationship with them.
"
As Trelawen spoke, he and Betty sat down on the sofa next to Chen Feng's desk.
The two of them actually knew each other before, so when she came over, Trelawen was responsible for receiving her and took her around the company, and then met Bill Hawke who was about to leave at the door.
"You don't understand. I will tell you the whole story in two days. Besides, with such a big investment, I must think about it carefully. Betty, don't you think so?"
Betty smiled and said: "This is an internal matter within your company. I, an outsider, have no say."
Chen Feng smiled and said: "Onlookers know better. Your opinion, as a bystander, is actually the most objective."
Trelawen also said: "Betty, since the boss asked you to speak, you should express your opinion."
Betty then said: "Okay. Since you asked me to say it, I will say it. I think the investment in this project is too large, and more than 200 million US dollars will be invested at once. Although this project looks very promising
, but we must also consider some of the uncertainties and other risks. I personally feel that there is no need to take this risk. After all, your company is now operating well and has produced several films and TV shows with good reputation, box office and ratings.
I have also made a lot of money from my works. There is really no need to be so eager for quick success and invest such a large sum of money with a gambler's mentality. Moreover, it is left to others to operate. When the time comes, the funds will be in the hands of others.
If you can't make the decision yourself, you will be very passive and the risk will be high."
After hearing Betty's words, Trauren looked a little ugly, but Chen Feng smiled and gave her a thumbs up to express his appreciation, and then said: "Look, Betty's analysis is right. If we invest 200 million at once
The risk of giving more projects to others is really high. Therefore, I need to seriously consider the trade-offs. Our company is currently developing very well, and we need to maintain it and try to be steady and steady without making big strides."
Betty smiled and said: "If the investment is less than 100 million US dollars, I would suggest that it is worth the risk to give it a try."
Chen Feng waved his hand and said: "Let's talk about this later. Anyway, I will definitely have to think about it for two or three days. I will find professionals to evaluate this project and then weigh it and draw a conclusion."
Chen Feng was the one who could make the final decision. Hearing this, Trelawen could only sigh helplessly and said: "I just think this project is really good. I won't lose money if I invest money in it. In addition, I can win a good deal with Warner and Paramount."
With the relationship, there may be more cooperation projects in the future. In this way, our beautiful ladies can truly gain a foothold in Hollywood. Of course, I am a little eager, I admit it."
Originally, Chen Feng was very disappointed with Laurent's performance in this matter, but now after listening to his words, he can forgive and understand him. Laurent obviously also noticed or realized that the Hollywood film industry has
The rejection and isolation of their beautiful ladies is why they are so eager to prove the strength of their company through a big production and to establish good relations with the two Hollywood giants, Paramount and Warner.
However, he didn't realize that the "Star Wars Legend" project was a trap at all. Speaking of which, you can't blame him. If Chen Feng hadn't been reminded by the system, he wouldn't have thought that the project was a trap.