In the office, Lin Zuhui met with DreamWorks' second-generation box office guarantee, Stephen Chow.
At this time, Zhou Xingchi had already filmed three movies for DreamWorks and released them, with a box office of nearly 100 million. He seemed to have become a movie star of the same level as Cheng Long and Chow Yun-hua.
In the office, Zhou Xingchi was sitting on the sofa with some restraint, and his master Pan Cheng was also sitting upright; the person standing in front of them was not a film company boss, but the head of the top ten plutocrats in Hong Kong, who controlled the mouth of Hong Kong.
A boss-level figure.
Here, Lin Zuhui picked up a check from his desk, walked to the sofa, and handed it to Zhou Xingchi.
"Xingzi, take it!"
Zhou Xingchi suppressed the feeling of admiration in his heart and stood up. His hands were shaking slightly. He took it and took a look. It was indeed a check!
Lin Zuhui said with a smile: "These are two movies, "The Gambler" and "The Gambler". The company will reward you with a share of 1.2 million in total!"
Both movies grossed more than 40 million yuan at the box office, and also broke the box office record in Hong Kong. But logically, this has nothing to do with Zhou Xingchi. He signed a four-year contract and should have been paid 200,000 for each movie; and this 120
10,000, which is completely a reward from DreamWorks.
Pan Cheng stood up and said with a smile: "This is what the boss meant, no need to thank me! Originally, you were promoted by our company, the script was also provided by the company, and the contract was for four years; if you meet other companies, where will you go?"
You are willing to pay so much more! But you know, our boss is the most generous and offers to give you 3 points of box office profit as a reward! I hope you will film well and the boss will not treat you badly!"
Zhou Xingchi's mood at this time was naturally extremely grateful to Lin Zuhui!
After the success of the two movies "A Comic Book" and "The Gambler", he did regret signing the contract for four years. Although he was made famous by DreamWorks, a four-year contract is indeed a long time, even if it is three years,
He could accept it in 2008. However, when he signed the contract, the liquidated damages were a full 10 million, and he didn't dare to resist at all. Coupled with the boss's influence in the media industry, he didn't even dare.
However, when Master Pan Cheng revealed that the boss planned to give him a share of the rewards, he had no other thoughts!
"I will complete the company's shooting plan seriously!"
At this time, Zhou Xingchi had the idea of dedicating himself to the company, but he could only express it simply.
Lin Zuhui nodded and said: "The company's script department has made a lot of filming plans for you next year. Don't worry about not having a movie to shoot! Let me tell you something, if you can still be in good shape next year, and actively and proactively publish your own
I don’t mind giving you two more points for creativity!”
"Thank you, boss. I will definitely take this job seriously and repay the company for its kindness!" Zhou Xingchi was already trembling with excitement. What is 5 points? I am afraid that the salary for a movie should be over one million.
In fact, in the film contract signed by DreamWorks and Stephen Chow, there was no discussion about shooting commercials;
Therefore, in the future, he may earn more from commercials than film remuneration.
Of course, he may not dare to risk the world's disapproval and terminate the contract with DreamWorks. When he can pay 10 million liquidated damages, he still has to consider the consequences. If Lin Zuhui wants to ban him, his life will not be easy.
Pan Cheng emphasized again: "Your scripts for next year will be very good, especially the 'gangster' image in the first four films, while still maintaining nonsensical comedy. The company has put a lot of effort into your development!"
Zhou Xingchi naturally knows the guarantee that "DreamWorks' products must be high-quality products", so he is also very excited. Today's good news comes one after another!
He feels that although he has acting skills and is very famous now, he still has to rely on the DreamWorks brand and scripts to continue to be popular.
Lam Cho-fai said with a smile: "After "The King of Tricks" is released in December, newspapers and magazines all over Hong Kong will describe you as 'a double hit'. As for the 'Star Master' and 'King of Comedy' honors will also
There is so much coming, I hope you will keep up the good work!"
He controls the paper media in Hong Kong, and it is actually very easy for him to praise and suppress whomever he wants!
With a few words, Zhou Xingchi was mobilized, and he temporarily gained loyalty again!
In 1989, Zhou Xingchi will shoot five movies, including "The Dragon Back to School", "The Gambler 2 Shanghai Gambling Saint", "New Fist of Fury 1991", "The Deer and the Cauldron", and "The Deer and the Cauldron 2: The Dragon Sect".
Release five movies at once!
In short, four years is enough to squeeze Zhou Xingchi dry. If he becomes his own boss in the future, he may only be able to film "Shaolin Football", "Kung Fu", or find his own scripts. Of course, if Liu Zhenwei asks him to film "
"Westward Journey", that's also possible.
After a while, a secretary came in and said that the guests had arrived. Zhou Xingchi was about to leave, but Lin Zuhui said with a smile: "It doesn't matter, you are from DreamWorks, it doesn't hurt to listen!"
Zhou Xingchi immediately couldn't move and sat on the sofa obediently.
Many guests came in, including Xu Ke, Chen Xiaodong, and a young man-Li Lianjie.
Pan Chengxian introduced Lin Zuhui: "Boss, this is Li Lianjie, the kung fu star who starred in "Shaolin Temple". He has just signed a three-year contract with our DreamWorks!"
Another contract of betrayal, Lin Zuhui thought to himself! There was no way, Li Lianjie came to Hong Kong to develop in 1984 and joined Shaw Brothers movies, but there were no results. Hong Kong people did not accept his Shaolin Temple style.
In other words, Li Lianjie has not yet determined his acting style, and DreamWorks is the king here.
Lin Zuhui said with a smile: "We at DreamWorks have made famous action movie stars like Ah Fa, and also made famous the king of nonsensical comedies like Xing Zai. We are missing a 'King of Kung Fu Movies', and Ajie joined us just in time!"
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Li Lianjie's face turned red and he whispered: "Boss Xie Lin cultivates me, I will work hard!"
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! Xu Ke looked at Zhou Xingchi and said: "We are all called Xingye, I am afraid that only Boss Lin can be called Xingzi!"
Indeed, there are indeed people in Xiangjiang now calling Zhou Xingchi ‘Master Xing’.
Everyone laughed, and then everyone sat on the sofa and started chatting.
As a representative of DreamWorks, Pan Cheng said: "The purpose of inviting two directors this time is to tailor-make a movie for Ajie - a remake of Jin Yong's novel "The Swordsman"."
Xu Ke's studio no longer works solely for Princess Jin, but has cooperated with Princess Jin, Jiahe, and DreamWorks; and Xinyi City has now been completely disbanded, and everyone is doing their own thing, and they are scattered.
As for Xiang Jia Yongsheng, who was supposed to take the lead in his previous life, I'm afraid he won't be able to perform well in this life. After all, Zhou Xingchi and Li Lianjie are both in the hands of DreamWorks.
And the backer of DreamWorks is Lin Zuhui. There is no society figure who dares to openly seek trouble. He has sent all the society bosses there!
Xu Ke was stunned, because he also wanted to shoot this subject recently, but he didn't expect to be brought up by DreamWorks; but it didn't matter, he couldn't afford the investment anyway, the most he could do was get dividends, and DreamWorks had always been generous.
"Where's the outline of the script?" Xu Ke asked.
Pan Cheng said with a smile: "Please, you two, there is still a need for a script! However, our idea is to shoot five pages of Linghu Chong going down the mountain... In the end, we hope to add three kinds of
The elements are inside: Hu Jinquan’s story of a Dongchang eunuch framing Zhongliang, Tsui Hark’s cynical political criticism, and Cheng Xiaodong’s eye-catching martial arts design scenes.”
Hearing this, Xu Ke said with a smile: "Isn't this just the outline of the script? We just know how to film for your company. It's easy for us!"
Lin Zuhui said at this time: "This time we are cooperating in filming. Your studio will prepare it. Our company will participate in the filming and investment, and your company will get a share!"
It’s simple and clear, no matter how much Xuke wants, DreamWorks will basically not be stingy!
Now, Lin Zuhui has taken a stake in Debao Cinemas, which can also be regarded as a cinema chain. The production is also developing at the same time, which is not worse than Golden Harvest!
Golden Harvest Films has declined. In addition to making more films than DreamWorks, the quality is far behind. Even the box office of Xiangjiang cannot compare.
It can be said that DreamWorks’ box office in one year accounted for more than 30% of Hong Kong’s box office!
Xu Ke understood instantly and was very satisfied with this kind of cooperation. Looking at Li Lianjie, he guessed that DreamWorks wanted to make him popular, so he made such a concession. Otherwise, he might just offer a few points of share.
!
Zhou Xingchi on the side also felt a little upset after hearing this. The company was promoting its brand again, and he felt a little pressured!
After all, he signed a contract for four years. If DreamWorks feels that he is not working hard enough and reduces its film shooting plans during this period, the loss will be huge!
After all, he now earns about 800,000 yuan from filming a movie!
At the end of the chat, Lin Zuhui saw that it was almost time for dinner, so he invited everyone to have dinner together;
Everyone happily agreed, it was such an honor to have dinner with the big boss.
When Lin Zuhui saw Brother Jie, he was also thinking, how about taking Li Zhi to visit the crew that day?
Of course it’s not about giving him a wife, but it’s about rejecting his idea!
Haha, that seems like a very good idea!
As for Ma Zi who dared to chase his boss, Lin Zuhui felt that he did not have the courage;
And Li Zhi probably doesn’t like an actor anymore. How comfortable she is now!
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The next day, Lin Zuhui checked this year's accounts in ATV's office and was shocked.
So far, Shuyi Zhou has spent a total of 700 million in just nine months.
No wonder Lin Baixin in her previous life said that ATV did not open "HSBC" and accused Shuyi Zhou of "three points of merit and seven points of fault".
Of course, the financial situation of ATV in this life is not bad, with current losses of less than 200 million; and at this time, ATV's ratings are already 37% higher than TVB, and often even reach 46% higher.
The important thing is that after analyzing the financial accounts and some plans for next year, Lin Zuhui made a bold prediction: ATV will make "no profit or loss" next year, and even make a slight profit.
The reason why ATV is still not making money despite so many good shows is on the stage. The reason is very simple. ATV has been adding personnel, including staff, artists, etc.
For example, for the recently recruited Lai Ming and Aaron Kwok, ATV hired vocal teachers and dance teachers to train them and prepare to release records. Moreover, considering its own shortcomings in the field of records, ATV also planned to join forces with PolyGram to combine the two people.
Not only that, ATV also provided the two with resources for dramas and movies.
In Lin Zuhui's view, dismembering Wireless's Four Heavenly Kings is a success.
Of course, since the two of them are capable, ATV's investment in them will also be rewarded.
After a while, Zhou Liang Shuyi came to Lin Zuhui's office to report on her work. What he was most concerned about was the arrangements for next year!
That's it this year, but he wants ATV to turn around next year!
In terms of drama series, there will be a fashion business war drama "Giant" at the beginning of next year. This series will definitely not be the same as the previous life, but the meaning is roughly the same, and the content may even be more exciting. "Giant" is a business war drama about the department store industry.
Lin Zuhui read the script and thought it was exciting and the plot was compact.
Taiwan's China Television also agreed to co-produce "Bao Qingtian", which was fully funded by ATV and responsible for the filming (ATV also participated). After the filming, China Television enjoyed the copyright in Taiwan, while ATV enjoyed the copyright in all regions except Taiwan.
copyright.
Just what Lin Zuhui wanted!
"How's the talent show going?"
"The auditions will start in December, and the broadcast phase will begin in January!"
Lin Zuhui nodded and asked: "What about "Who is the Millionaire"?"
Shuyi Zhou said: "There is hope that it will start broadcasting in July!"
"Okay, I won't rush you into this show. What's important is that every link should be exciting and there should be no mistakes! For example, TV station staff, relatives and friends will not be able to participate. You must understand this!"
"Well, that's definitely not the joke!"
After chatting for a while, Zhou Liang Shuyi left.
For the money that ATV has lost this year, Lin Zuhui can only use the money earned by DreamWorks to subsidize it.
It's equivalent to saying that he didn't make any money in the communication industry this year, but it's a pity that he lost so much pocket money.