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292. Will Chu Huan be interested in 'Star Wars'?

The eight major Hollywood film studios.

MGM, United Artists, Disney, Universal, Warner Bros., Paramount, Columbia, and 20th Century Fox. In addition to Disney believing that Li Xiaolong's movies are inconsistent with their company's image and not wanting a share of the pie in this matter, they also

There is Warner Bros., which is already the leader, and the other six studios are interested in the investment share of Li Xiaolong's "Dragon Warrior" held by Chu Huan.

Twentieth Century Fox, who was the first to take action, never expected that Chu Huan would pull such a trick.

At this time, Alan Hirschfeld was furious because of this incident.

"That Chu Huan doesn't want to be in Hollywood? How dare you let the news out?"

Their black and white images are not from a Hollywood film company...Rozier from the public relations department whispered: "I think Chu Huan wants to use this to raise the price of his investment share.

, that’s why we asked Apex Pictures to release this matter.”

"Didn't I know that?" Aaron Hirschfeld said angrily.

"It's abominable for a Hollywood film company to be so unlucky to be mixed up with a film company from Hong Kong. Such a company will definitely have no development potential at all in the future!"

Faced with Alan Hirschfeld's roar, Rozier said nothing.

"Rozier, go to Vertex Pictures immediately, contact Chu Huan, and tell them that Fox is willing to increase his investment share to 500,000!"

After being furious, Alan Hirschfield also knew that what should be done was still done.

Rozier nodded and said, "Okay, I'll go now!"

Alan Hirschfield was very dissatisfied and said to Rozier: "Also, tell Ladd and ask him to contact George Lucas immediately. Can he still start work on the "Star Wars" project?"

George Lucas is simply a loser!

Rozier expressed his understanding, then left Fox and drove to Apex Pictures alone.

Apex Pictures at this time!

Kelly just put down the phone and said to Chu Huan with a smile: "Universal Pictures also called and said they hope to meet you."

Chu Huan nodded indifferently and said: "Everyone else has agreed to meet, and now Universal Pictures, who has a cooperative relationship with us, naturally also needs to meet!"

MGM, United Artists, Warner Bros., Paramount, and Columbia have all called before. Although Chu Huan’s ultimate goal is 20th Century Fox, it does not mean that Chu Huan will not meet with people from these film companies.

.

Kelly smiled and said: "Then I will arrange the time!"

Chu Huan nodded.

Just as the two were discussing meeting with each film company, Kelly's secretary walked in.

"Boss, Rozier from the Fox Public Relations Department is here and wants to meet Mr. Chu!"

Although Kelly didn't know what Chu Huan's real purpose was in coming to North America this time, the reason why Chu Huan came to Los Angeles was because Fox wanted to acquire the investment share of Li Xiaolong's "Dragon Warrior".

So when she heard that people from Fox were coming, Kelly glanced at Chu Huan first, and then said with a smile: "Please come in!"

After a while, Rozier walked in and saw Chu Huan sitting on the sofa. Although he had never met Chu Huan, he had seen Chu Huan's photos when collecting information about Chu Huan before.

So at this time, Chu Huan was recognized at a glance.

So Rozier first said hello to Kelly, and then greeted Chu Huan enthusiastically!

"This gentleman is the chairman of Xiangjiang Black and White Image, Mr. Chu Huanchu, right?"

Chu Huan was smiling with a hint of apology, "Mr. Rozier, I already found out from Miss Kelly. It was Mr. Rozier who contacted Kelly first. What happened this time is really...

So sorry!"

Facing Chu Huan's enthusiasm, Rozier was slightly stunned. He didn't expect Chu Huan to have such an attitude. After all, he knew Chu Huan's net worth.

But then Rozier became a little worried. Chu Huan apologized to him as soon as he came up. This was not a good sign. Could it be that Chu Huan had already sold his investment share in "Dragon Warrior"?

"Mr. Chu is too polite. When we first met, Mr. Chu apologized to me. Was it Bruce's investment share in "Dragon Warrior"?"

Chu Huan shook his head and said: "It was not sold, but your company was the first to contact me, and now I have spread this matter. I am really sorry!"

Hearing what Chu Huan said, Rozier took a long breath, as long as he didn't sell it, it would be fine.

"But Mr. Rozier, you can't blame me for this!" Chu Huan changed the topic and started to complain about Rozier.

"Since your company was the first to discover my relationship with the movie "Dragon Warrior", I originally thought that your company should be very optimistic about this project, but I didn't expect that your company only offered a price of US$300,000.

It’s really unacceptable!”

Rozier was embarrassed to say anything at this time, because they also knew that the price must be a bit low.

but......

"Since Mr. Chu is not satisfied with our company's quotation, can he discuss it with our company? Now that you are doing this, everyone is very passive!"

Chu Huan also said aggrievedly: "Mr. Rozier, you really can't blame me for this matter. Although I am also the boss of a film company, it was in Xiangjiang, not Hollywood. I am not familiar with the market situation of Hollywood."

Don't know at all.

So I had no choice but to take this step to see how much the Hollywood film companies value this project!"

What a straightforward answer!

But after listening to the whole meeting, Rozier was very happy because he thought Chu Huan told him the truth and his attitude was very sincere.

"Now that the matter is a foregone conclusion, there is no use saying this!" Rozier said helplessly: "Mr. Chu, I came to negotiate with Mr. Chu on behalf of our Fox today. In terms of the purchase price, our company must be

It will improve a bit, but we also have to see what your plan is, Mr. Chu!"

This chapter is not over, please click on the next page to continue reading! "Mr. Rozier, I really can't give you an answer to this matter now. Just before you come, MGM, United Artists, Universal, Warner, Pie...

Ramon, Colombia has already called, why don’t you wait for me to see their prices before I get back to you?"

Chu Huan did not finalize the matter with Rozier right away.

Rozier felt bitter in his heart. He didn't expect things to come to this point. With these companies joining in, you can imagine what the scene will be like in the next few days.

"500,000, as long as Mr. Chu agrees, our company can sign a contract with Mr. Chu immediately!"

Rozier finally tried to ask, if he waited for those companies to join in, he would definitely not be able to get the price of 500,000.

Chu Huan smiled and said: "Mr. Rozier, do you know how much profit our company invested in "Enter the Dragon" brought to our company?"

Rozier smiled awkwardly. Although he didn't know the specific number, he knew the box office of the movie "Enter the Dragon."

From this, it is not difficult to deduce how much money Chu Huan made just from "Enter the Dragon".

"Mr. Chu, since you are also the boss of a film company, you should know that no one knows whether a movie will make a profit or loss before it is released in the theater?" Rozier continued to argue.

Chu Huan smiled and said sincerely: "Mr. Rozier, if everyone doesn't like Li Xiaolong's movies, why are you here now? Why are other Hollywood film companies so actively contacting me?"

Rozier retreated again because Chu Huan told the truth.

"Even Bruce's movie will still be a hit, but our company not only has to acquire your investment share, but also has to negotiate with Warner Bros. on this matter, and we ourselves have to contribute 30% to the movie.

It’s all money to pay for it with your investment share!”

Chu Huan said: "I always believe that no one in this world will take the initiative to seek money-losing business, so Mr. Rozier, again, let's wait until I finish talking to several other companies.

Let’s talk about this again?

I can personally assure you that as long as your company’s bid is the same as the highest price of several other companies, I will definitely choose Fox Pictures first, and this can be regarded as my gratitude to Fox Pictures!”

The matter is a foregone conclusion. It seems that it is impossible to get this thing so easily!

Just when Rozier stood up and wanted to leave, Chu Huan suddenly said: "By the way, Mr. Rozier, although our cooperation has not been finalized yet, there is still something I personally want to tell you.

Let’s discuss it.”

Rozier was overjoyed. Although several other companies had already joined the battle, Fox would still have a greater advantage if they could establish a good relationship with Chu Huan in advance.

"I wonder what Mr. Chu has to do? As long as it is within my personal capabilities, I will definitely meet Mr. Chu's requirements."

Chu Huan said with a smile: "That's right, I personally like science fiction movies very much, especially "Planet of the Apes" produced by your company is the best science fiction film in my mind, so I would like to ask Mr. Rozier, what else does your company do?

Are there any "Planet of the Apes" peripherals that I would like to spend money to buy so that I can take them back to Hong Kong to treasure?"

Like science fiction movies?

Rozi paused and immediately smiled: "That's no problem. If Mr. Chu likes it, our company can even give you a copy!"

Chu Huan said happily: "If that's the case, that would be great!"

Although the matter was not settled, Rozier felt that he was very happy in his conversation with Chu Huan this time. This is a sincere and cunning billionaire!

"Sincerity? Cunning?"

After Alan Hirschfield learned about Rozier's analysis of Chu Huan, he showed a puzzled expression.

Rozier nodded firmly and said: "Chu Huan is different from other billionaires. Chatting with him gives people a feeling of spring breeze. He is sincere because this person has not denied that he wants to give away his share of the money.

His intention to sell the investment share at a high price did not hide his plan. He told me very clearly that he just wanted to use this method to see how much the investment share was worth in Hollywood?

That's exactly why he is cunning, because his method is indeed very effective."

Alan Hirschfeld nodded in agreement, but then he said helplessly: "If those hateful people join in, this project will cost at least 1 million US dollars to win!"

Rozier also nodded helplessly. This price is basically the average price in Hollywood, and it won't be much higher.

For a moment, Alan Hirschfield had no better way. He did not understand the Chinese art of war. If he did, he would have known that this was an upright conspiracy.

Even if you know this is a trap, as long as you want to get this benefit, you will definitely jump in proactively.

"What else did you two talk about?" After listening to Rozier talk about Chu Huan, Alan Hirschfield also became somewhat interested in Chu Huan.

Rozier did not hide anything and told Alan Hirschfeld about the conversation between the two.

After hearing this, Alan Hirschfield suddenly showed a meaningful expression: "Do you like science fiction movies?"

Rozier didn't understand what Allen Hirschfield meant, so he nodded in agreement and said, "That's indeed what he said."

"So do you think he would be interested in "Star Wars"?" Alan Hirschfield asked Rozier with a smile on his face.

Rozier instantly understood what Alan Hirschfield meant. He wanted to hand over the hot potato of "Star Wars" into Chu Huan's hands.

But Rozier still shook his head and said: "I don't think he will be interested in this movie!"

Alan Hirschfeld looked at Rozier and asked, "Why do you say that?"

Rozier replied firmly: "First of all, although Chu Huan is the boss of a film company, his film company is a Hong Kong film company. The Eastern film market cannot support a film of the size of "Star Wars". In addition, I

As I just said, this person is a very smart person. If we propose "Star Wars", although he doesn't know about this project, he has a very good relationship with Kelly from Apex Pictures. I think Kelly will definitely recommend it to us.

He reminded me about the Star Wars project."

Alan Hirschfield showed a disappointed expression and said: "It is indeed true!"

However, once such an idea occurred in Alan Hirschfield's mind, it was difficult to push it out.

It's because the idea is so tempting.

If "Star Wars" can be packaged and sold to Chu Huan, Fox will not only be able to get rid of the burden of "Star Wars", but also get Chu Huan's investment share in "Dragon Warrior"!

"Since Chu Huan likes science fiction movies, you can invite him to visit our company. You can also take him to see George Lucas's Industrial Light and Magic and talk to George Lucas about his great plan!"

Rozier understood that Alan Hirschfeld still didn't want to give up the plan.

"But the "Star Wars" project is very important to Mr. Ladd. If... I mean, if Chu Huan is really interested, Mr. Ladd may not

Is it easy to explain?"

Alan Hirschfield immediately snorted and said: "If he can get George Lucas to start filming now, I won't say anything!"

Rozier felt this was impossible.

In the end, he accepted Alan Hirschfield's suggestion and decided to return to his office later and call Chu Huan again.

"Really? Can I visit your company?" Chu Huan was very excited on the phone and said with a smile: "I have time, of course I have time, but I can't do it these two days. I have to talk to other film companies in these two days.

Meet with the person in charge, and after this matter is discussed, I will definitely visit your company in person!"

Rozier didn't have any doubts. After all, in his mind, Chu Huan was a very smart person. A smart person should weigh the pros and cons and resolve business matters first, and then personal matters. This is the most normal thing.

"Okay, I'll call Mr. Chu then!"

Rozier said.

The two hung up the phone happily.

The next morning!

Chu Huan went to Warner Brothers first. Different from the last time, this time Chu Huan went directly to the office of the president of Warner Brothers.

Ted Ashley met Chu Huan for the first time and was surprised by Chu Huan's age.

He already knew Chu Huan's identity in Xiangjiang from Andrew Morgan. He could not imagine that a 21-year-old young man already had billions of wealth!

"Mr. Chu, you should know that without the consent of Warner, your investment share will have no effect!"

Although he was surprised by Chu Huan's youth, Ted Ashley was not polite to Chu Huan. No matter how rich you are, you are still in Xiangjiang. This is Hollywood, not a place for you to act wild.

Chu Huan smiled easily: "Mr. Ashley, if the investment share in my hand is really useless, will you see me here today?

This share really won’t have any impact on Warner Bros. in my hands, but what if it’s in the hands of companies like Universal and Fox?”

Ted Ashley frowned slightly. Black and white images really couldn't cope with Warner, but other Hollywood film companies could.

Because what Warner has, others also have. If companies of the same level collide with each other, they will end up compromising each other.

"No more nonsense, 500,000, we at Warner are willing to pay 500,000 to acquire Mr. Chu's investment share in "Dragon Warrior", and all the investment shares in Li Xiaolong's subsequent movies!"

Chu Huan stood up and said, "Since Mr. Ashley is not negotiating in good faith, let's stop here!"

After saying that, Chu Huan turned around and left.

Can Ted Ashley let Chu Huan leave like this?

Definitely not!

"Wait, wait a minute!"

Chu Huanxiao looked at Ted Ashley and asked, "Mr. Ashley, do you have any questions?"

"I know that all the film companies in Hong Kong want to distribute their own films in Europe and the United States. If you agree to this price, from now on, we at Warner can be responsible for distributing black and white films!"

Chu Huan shook his head and said: "Not all Xiangjiang film companies think so. It happens that my black and white images are among them, so this condition does not have any appeal to me!"

Chu Huan has long thought that films from Xiangjiang will not easily enter the European and American markets, unless they are literary and artistic films that are accepted by the European market, but that is also the European market, not the North American market.

Besides, Chu Huan now has Apex Pictures in North America. I believe that as long as Spielberg's "Jaws" and George Lucas's "Star Wars" are about to be obtained, Apex Pictures will be able to quickly expand its presence in North America.

Once North America has established its foothold, it can also learn from the eight major Hollywood players and create its own distribution channels.

If that doesn't work, you can also acquire one of the eight major companies. In that case, wouldn't there be distribution channels?

Why give up the "Star Wars" you want now because of Warner Bros.'s empty promise?

The reason why Chu Huan wanted to meet with the heads of these studios was not because Chu Huan really wanted to negotiate with them, but more because he wanted to show it to 20th Century Fox.

I want them to deeply feel that Li Xiaolong's "Dragon Warrior" is very popular.

Ted Ashley saw that Chu Huan was not getting enough, and his expression became cold: "Chu Huan, people should be content with what they have. You know that if you offend us at Warner, your movies will have no chance from now on."

Appear in Hollywood, appear in the North American market?”

This chapter is not over, please click on the next page to continue reading! Chu Huan looked at Ted Ashley calmly, with disdain in his eyes: "Ashley, do you know who you are talking to? I am not only a movie company

The boss of the company is also a billionaire in U.S. dollars, and you... are just a wage earner. I came to see you today to give you Warner face. Do you really think you are someone?

"

When you scold someone, you should expose the shortcomings, otherwise what's the point of scolding!

Although Ted Ashley is the president of Warner, Warner is not his personal property. As Chu Huan said, he is just a wage earner.

After saying that, Chu Huan turned around and left Warner without saying anything else to Ted Ashley!

When Chu Huan walked out of Ted Ashley's room, he heard the sound of things being smashed inside. After hearing this, he just laughed.

Chu Huan then spent two days meeting with the presidents of several other film companies. The negotiation process was either pleasant or unpleasant.

But in the end, the value of Li Xiaolong's investment share in "Dragon Knight" was determined, which was US$1 million. There is no better deal than this!

Then Chu Huan returned to the hotel.

In fact, Kelly wanted Chu Huan to live in her home, but Chu Huan only stayed with her on the first day she came to Los Angeles, and then moved to a hotel.

It would be best for the two of them to maintain their current pure friendship. If it goes deeper, Chu Huan doesn't think it would be a good thing.

After returning to the hotel, Chu Huan received a call from Xu Yi.

As usual, Xu Yi told Chu Huan one by one what happened in Xiangjiang in the past few days since Chu Huan left Xiangjiang.

After hearing that nothing major happened, Chu Huan hung up the phone with satisfaction.

Chu Huan, who had already finished talking to several other studios, did not contact Rozier immediately. Instead, he called Rozier. Rozier Animation had already completed the production of the first episode of "Transformers".

, upon learning that Chu Huan had come to Los Angeles again, he immediately invited Chu Huan to watch the first episode of Rogerim Animation.

There are still three days left before the one-month deadline agreed with Rogerim. Chu Huan is quite satisfied with the progress.

So Chu Huan decided to go see the effects of Rogerim animation first tomorrow morning.

Chu Huan is here with the old god, but Alan Hirschfeld is a little anxious, because just yesterday, Alan Ladd Jr. found Alan Hirschfeld again and said that George Lucas was applying for production funds again.

!

"You want money again?" Alan Hirschfield said angrily: "He has already asked for more than three million US dollars, and now he wants another 500,000. Doesn't he know that one million is enough to make a movie?

A Bruce movie?”

Little Alan Ladd knew that the company had recently been thinking about buying the investment share of Bruce's new movie from the Eastern man, so he didn't think much about it after hearing what Alan Hirschfield said.

In fact, he didn't have time to think too much. The most important thing now was hoping to get the money for George Lucas.

In fact, Alan Ladd Jr., as the director of the production department of Fox Pictures, has the right to use the company's funds, but George Lucas's movie is really too late. It's almost a year now, and it doesn't matter if it hasn't started.

He also invested the money previously given by the company into his special effects company, Industrial Light and Magic.

Alan Ladd Jr. understood that George Lucas was preparing for the filming of the movie "Star Wars", but the company's shareholders didn't understand!

So at the beginning of this year, the investment money for this movie has been withdrawn by the company, which means that if George Lucas wants to use the money, he must get the approval of Alan Hirschfield.

"Boss, Industrial Light and Magic's technology has reached a critical stage. With the injection of this capital, they will definitely break through the current technology immediately, so that the movie can start shooting as soon as possible!?"

Alan Ladd Jr. advised Alan Hirschfield.

Alan Hirschfeld asked aloud: "Can you guarantee that his movie will start shooting next month?"

It would be great if we could start filming next year... Little Alan Ladd said uncertainly: "Maybe!"

"Haha!" Alan Hirschfield knew as soon as he saw little Alan Ladd's expression that this was impossible.

"Wait a moment, I have other things to do here, let's wait a few days and talk about it!"

Alan Hirschfield helplessly preached to young Alan Ladd.

He now only wants to dump the burden of "Star Wars" on Chu Huan, so how could he agree to allocate money to George Lucas at this time?

Sigh, I get a headache just thinking about this. How can I get Chu Huan interested in the "Star Wars" project?

Alan Hirschfield thought with a headache.

Little Alan Ladd had no choice but to get up and leave.

"By the way, in the next two days, Rozier will take a guest to visit George Lucas's Industrial Light and Magic and ask him to receive him well!"

Little Alan Ladd was stunned for a moment and asked: "What guest?"

"Chairman of Xiangjiang Black and White Video, Chu Huan!"

Why did a Hong Kong Film Company boss go to see Industrial Light and Magic? Little Alan Ladd shook his head incomprehensibly, but did not ask, just expressed that he understood, and then left Alan Hirschfeld's office!


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