[Time flies like an arrow, so walk quickly and don’t complain about the sun setting over the mountains. Cars and horses leave people in a hurry, and the setting sun is far away by the roadside.]
However, this kind of news is very good news for director Rob Cohen, the kind of news that can make people’s eyes light up. As a director, no one wants to have someone above him.
A mother-in-law constrains her performance. As a producer, Alexander basically plays such a role.
This time Rob Cohen is very sure. If the crew does not have a Jean Alexander like Ye Ming, or even Ye Ming, who is more feared by Jean Universal, then how will this movie be?
When it comes to filming, you have to listen to Alexander at this time, and you have to be influenced by Universal. It's hard to say whether this movie is Rob Cohen's own work or not.
Because the work shot like that will basically not have the style of Rob Cohen. Rob Cohen doesn’t have the final say on how to shoot. So in this way, it can have Ye Ming’s own style.
If so, that would be strange. Regarding such a thing, in fact, in many cases, more Hollywood movies have the style of capital behind them.
But this time, on the set of Fast and Furious, because of Ye Ming's presence and Ye Ming's top ten, Universal actually didn't interfere much with the set.
Although Ye Ming can be considered an investor and a relatively strong one, Ye Ming also said that he will not interfere with him casually in terms of shooting methods and styles.
And Ye Ming is not a big star at the level of an emperor. In Hollywood, let alone those top stars in the 20 million salary club, even first-class stars have greater influence than Ye Ming. Ye Ming is a billionaire
A millionaire, the president of Huihui.com, and Huihui Film and Television, but when it comes to an issue like this, in Hollywood, one line belongs to the other.
Generally speaking, they will not interfere with each other. For example, Bill Gates, this guy is a Harvard University graduate. Remember, he is a graduate, not a graduate. Although Bill Gates later became the richest man and dominated the world's richest man for many years,
Even if he has not graduated, Harvard University will not re-issue a diploma to him because he is the richest man in the world. This is a matter of line, you are rich, but you have not graduated from Harvard University. This is very important.
Of course.
Therefore, Harvard University will never give Bill Gates a diploma at this time. Unless he is willing to complete the remaining credits. But it seems that this is impossible. Bill Gates is a rich man who earns tens of thousands every minute.
, it seems impossible for him to go to school again. Therefore, it is impossible for Bill Gates to become a graduate of Harvard University. This is just one line of work, and generally there will be no influence on each other.
On the contrary, the same is true in the entertainment industry. Ye Ming is indeed a billionaire. This is true, but on such a question, his influence in the entertainment industry, so far, is that in Hollywood,
He is only in a second- and third-tier position. Speaking of which, he is the most famous protagonist in the Fast and Furious crew. But in terms of his status in the entertainment industry, on a question like this, he is indeed a second- and third-tier one, not even a Hollywood one.
It is impossible to compare with A-list celebrities.
Therefore, Rob Cohen is not afraid that he cannot suppress Ye Ming, at least in the crew. Of course, Rob Cohen will not bully Ye Ming foolishly. At this time, it would be good if Ye Ming does not cause trouble.
On an issue like this, if there is no one who gets angry because of this, then on an issue like this, Rob Cohen cannot bear it. But at least now, the crew's filming
, it is still Rob Cohen, as the director, who has the final say.
Now Alexander said that he would not interfere with the crew, so Rob Cohen said very excitedly: "Then you said that on such an issue, the company's board of directors decided to let me go and do it, and I will not interfere in this matter.
?"
Ye Ming didn't understand why Robert Cohen and I were so excited. In such a matter, didn't Universal promise not to interfere? As for saying that he would be so happy? So Ye Ming said in confusion: "Actually,
There is no reason to be so happy about this matter, after all, isn’t it clearly stated in the contract that Universal will not interfere with the crew’s filming?”
Hollywood is a place that respects contracts. When a contract is signed, it is generally done according to Ye Ming. At least Hollywood movies have leaflets like this, and even in the cultural export of the United States,
Basically they all follow this concept.
Rob Cohen snorted and said: "Do you believe this too? That's right. Only you, a person who is not very familiar with Hollywood, can really believe this. After all, everyone is so
They all say that. But let me tell you, in fact, it is not as good as you said on this issue.
Contract? Well, under normal circumstances, Hollywood, and even the United States, are very confident in contracts, and there is nothing wrong with abiding by contracts. However, in Hollywood, it is not as simple as you think.
Every contract has loopholes. The difference is that some contract loopholes are more obvious and can be seen easily. If such a contract is used to deceive ordinary newbies, it is useless.
What a big deal. But if you are talking about those relatively hidden contracts, then on an issue like this, this matter is relatively difficult to talk about.
Especially when it comes to big companies, I’m not saying that my company is not good. Universal, or even any of the eight companies in Hollywood, has a lot of hidden clauses. If you use contracts to bind Universal,
?I can guarantee that it won’t have any big effect at all.
This is based on the experience gained by countless predecessors. Of course, this time Alexander came on behalf of the board of directors, and he should have received some authorization from the board of directors. At this time, what he said was relatively good.
trustworthy."
The key point was not mentioned, that is, on such an issue, even if Universal Pictures would regret it, Ye Ming would not be afraid of this.
Although Ye Ming's status in the entertainment industry is not very high, this is because there are too many stars in Hollywood. Also, Ye Ming's background makes everyone around the world very afraid. This is what Rob Cohen is very sure of.
A trump card. As long as Universal dares to make a comeback, then in a matter like this, Ye Ming actually has enough ability to make a comeback.
Ye Ming is very confident about this. Therefore, Rob Cohen is also very confident. Alexander's guarantee at this moment is much better than the contract.
Ye Ming suddenly realized, thought for a while and said: "For example, it is about advertising fees. At this time, your board of directors of Universal still wants to think about the advertising fees, but how can I agree to such a question? Therefore,
Is it possible for Universal to tear up the contract? Don't worry, now Universal and I are in a cooperative state. Even if we want to fall out, we still have to wait for the end of this movie, or even wait until the end of this movie. If we make money, then we
We will continue to cooperate.”
It is impossible for Ye Ming to agree to extract advertising fees. This is a violation of the rules. Universal cannot do this without breaking the rules. At this moment, Ye Ming knows that the box office of Fast and Furious will be very amazing.
Therefore, in a short period of time, due to the link of interests, Brilliant Film and Television and Universal will maintain a very strong friendship of cooperation. The ultimate purpose of capital is to make money and win more benefits.
Therefore, in such an environment, no matter how it is, as long as there is money to be made, especially big money to be made, the cooperation between Brilliant Film and Television and Universal Pictures will never break up casually. There is no such thing as
A cooperative relationship is more solid than a bundle of interests.
Therefore, Ye Mingbing is not worried about Universal falling out. Just like the cooperation with Warner Bros., he collaborated with Warner Bros. on Harry Potter. Although he is now cooperating with Universal on Fast and Furious, Warner Bros. is definitely not
They will object, because Harry Potter can allow them to earn more fees. Regarding such an issue, Warner will at most be indifferent to Ye Ming and Universal's cooperation with Fast and Furious, and will not help.
But I will never object stupidly.
After hearing these words from Ye Ming, Robert Cohen felt a lot more relieved at this moment.
He nodded and said, "That's good. After all, it's not the first time that stores in the entertainment industry have bullied customers. As long as you can withstand the pressure from Universal, then we think we will make this movie a success."
Well photographed.”
Between countries, the head of state and Mao Xiong also signed a non-aggression pact. However, the head of state turned around and adopted lightning tactics against the Soviet Union.
This is true for every country. If the promises made by the eight major Hollywood companies and the contracts with many loopholes are not supported by strong forces, then in such a matter, if Universal wants to intervene in the crew's affairs, then
It is a problem that can be solved in minutes.
For the lawyers of large companies, contracts are actually meant to be torn up. Rob Cohen understands this very well. Therefore, it shows enough respect for Ye Ming's existence, even though Ye Ming is the star of the show.
In terms of identity, he is not top-notch in Hollywood, but Ye Ming has a strong background and there are people behind him who can withstand the strong pressure from Universal. It is even said that Universal is afraid of Ye Ming.
Therefore, at this time, it goes without saying who is the boss of the crew. Ye Ming is the boss of the crew. Absolutely no one dares to object to this. Rob Cohen is very capable of correcting himself.
of the location.
Ye Ming stretched out his hand. Robert Cohen was stunned for a moment, but he also extended his hand. In fact, these are the two bosses of the crew. One is relying on his many years of experience and reputation. Many people in the crew are
I admire Rob Cohen, and I even say that it was someone who was recruited by Rob Cohen.
But Ye Ming is a strong dragon. Don’t say that a strong dragon cannot overwhelm a local snake. When a strong dragon reaches a certain level, no matter what kind of local snake it is, it will be crushed directly on a problem like this.
, at this point, it fully demonstrates that powerful force can suppress everything, including local snakes.
Although Rob Cohen made some concessions to Ye Ming and supported Ye Ming on matters such as casting, but in this situation, either Ye Ming or Rob Cohen must have convinced him. Therefore, the two bosses basically
I just never had a real handshake again.
This is the first real handshake between the two bosses.
Ye Ming shook hands and said: "Director Cohen, many people are not very optimistic about the movie Fast and Furious, even Universal is not very optimistic about the movie, otherwise this investment would be considered
If it's less than 100 million, then there's no problem with the 70 to 80 million.
Almost all of Hollywood also thinks that Universal’s last road movie failed. Given such a problem, the Fast and Furious road movie will definitely fail at this time. But I don’t believe that our movie will
Such a failure.
So let’s join forces and make something happen so people in Hollywood can open their eyes and see?”
Yes, in fact, Rob Cohen is also very clear that almost the entire Hollywood, including Universal itself, is not very optimistic about such a thing, but as the director of Fast and Furious, of course he has this view
I’m very unhappy. I haven’t even filmed my movie. It’s because of the failure of Universal’s last road movie. You all say that my movie will be just as bad, so this is not bullying, but just being a fool.
Therefore, in fact, Rob Cohen himself was holding back a rumor like this. He also wanted to make this movie well and let those who despise Fast and Furious watch it, even if it means you
Although Fast and Furious is not a good idea, it can still explode into a powerful box office on such an issue. At this time, in fact, Ye Ming's approach is to directly communicate with director Luo
Berkorn's idea clicked.
The two bosses have really begun to cooperate sincerely.
Rob Cohen immediately realized that this was the beginning of a real collaboration. If the film is to be made well, Ye Ming's cooperation is of course very important. If Ye Ming is involved in such a thing,
Without cooperation, at this time, even if Rob Cohen wants to make this movie successfully, it will be almost impossible.