The time they spent hanging out went by very quickly. Nortel's directing department now has him, but nothing has changed. It's just that there's an additional piece of news on the school's official website.
"The emerging directors born in 1985 entered the directing department of our school to study."
Then it was reprinted by major media. Everyone knows that the director of "Crazy Stone" went to school. That's all. It didn't bother Shao Shuaijun at all, because he was worrying about how to establish a studio. The studio's first
The movie has already entered the production stage. Ning Hao received the first phase of two million in start-up funds and began to look for actors and locations.
Zhao Cheng is negotiating about Huayi's shares. Wang Zhonglei has also met Shao Shuaijun twice. Wang Zhonglei and Wang Zhongjun are very supportive of Shao Shuaijun's willingness to invest and hold shares. Shao Shuaijun has potential and can be tied together through shares, which will be beneficial to both parties.
Now we are waiting for TOM Group’s approval.
Should I spend an extra $30 million to get 35% of the shares, or should I spend only $10 million to get 30% of the shares?
30 million is not much, only 4 million US dollars.
But spending an extra $4 million to get only 5% more shares requires careful consideration.
Shao Shuaijun was very unhappy about the delay of TOM Group. TOM Group only spent 10 million US dollars to account for 30%. It is too petty to drag on. If it were not for the fact that TOM Group spans various major fields, it can help Huayi
To stabilize the capital market, don’t even think about it at this price. Shao Shuaijun wants to hold more shares even if he sells himself.
"This TOM Group is really fucked. If you want to buy it, just buy it quickly. I gave up my thoughts and went to buy Apple stocks. Among the most profitable listed companies now, Apple's price is not bad, and the room for appreciation is relatively large. It will take one more day.
, how much less money will I make!"
No wonder Shao Shuaijun is angry. He knows that the stocks that will rise in the future are Internet or high-tech companies such as Penguin and Apple. Penguin has already been listed, and the stock has been copied to incredible prices in just a few days. It is impossible to make money now.
What. Apple has begun to recover since the three-year stock market crash. Now is a good time to get started.
But there is also good news. The invitation letter sent to Hongxingwu has been received in reply. Liu Xiaoli wants to meet Shao Shuaijun to discuss the film-related performance matters in person. Liu Xiaoli is Liu Yifei’s mother, and Hongxingwu is dedicated to Liu Yifei.
An agency founded for the entertainment industry.
In the Starbucks coffee shop, Shao Shuaijun met Liu Xiaoli. Although she was old, Liu Xiaoli was still very charming. It was said that she was more beautiful than Liu Yifei when she was young. I don't know whether it is true or not.
"Hello, Director Shao, what would you like to drink, latte or cappuccino?" Liu Xiaoli asked proactively. She seemed to be a strong woman.
"Hello, Ms. Liu, I don't like drinking coffee. Just boiled water is fine. Let's talk about business first."
"Okay, I read the invitation letter and script outline sent by your studio. This is a very novel science fiction movie with an interesting story. I want to know, why did you choose us to play the heroine? You
Now that he is a contracted director with Huayi, why not look for actors from Huayi?"
"To be honest, I have a long list of choices for heroines, and Liu Yifei is one of them. There are three reasons why I chose her in the end. First, I also like acting, and I will star in this movie myself.
I hope to have a female star of similar age to match. Secondly, the selling point of science fiction movies is the word science fiction. Love is an embellishment, which does not account for a large proportion, but it can adjust the whole plot very well. I have imagined many things before.
kind of love. In the end, I feel that the pure love of young people is more attractive. After all, everyone has been young. Third, this is a bit far-fetched. Liu Yifei is an American nationality, and she has some affinity with old Americans. In summary, I chose Liu Yifei.
Madam, do you still have any doubts?"
"I understand, and I also believe in Director Shao's vision and ability. We are honored to be able to star in this movie. I am basically satisfied with the contents of the filming contract, but there are a few items that need to be discussed."
"Please say."
"First, there is a kissing scene in the movie. I hope that it will be specified in the contract that it will be performed with a borrowed position. This is not the usual way of filming kissing scenes."
"Can't be accommodating?" The first one made Shao Shuaijun frown. He was not a disciple, nor did he deliberately take advantage of Liu Yifei. The key point is that the plot in the movie is a bit monotonous and needs love to embellish it. A kiss can still be regarded as love.
? "Ms. Liu, this movie of mine is intended for overseas markets, especially the American market. The filming in borrowed locations may not please Americans."
"If you don't tell anyone, who can tell?"
"Okay, I can agree to this." Shao Shuaijun thought about it. He used the camera to cover it up so well that it really can't be seen.
"Second, Fei Fei has private vocal lessons every Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoon. I hope you, Director Shao, will consider it when filming and not film Fei Fei's scenes during this period."
"Can."
"Third, the salary of 500,000 yuan is too low. Considering our reputation, does Director Shao think this is really the only value?"
Shao Shuaijun shook his head: "I know Liu Yifei's current net worth, at least one million. But I'm sorry, half a million is the maximum I can spend. I'm not afraid to tell Ms. Liu that the investment in the movie has not been discussed yet.
You know, my idea for the movie requires an investment of 50 million, or even hundreds of millions. It is a science fiction film, and the risk is too great. For some reasons, my studio can no longer produce it.
It’s impossible for Huayi to invest the full amount of money. I can only raise investment while reducing filming expenses and actors’ remuneration.”
"But 500,000 looks like a mockery of Yifei's worth."
"You can't say that. This is a science fiction film, an authentic science fiction film. It will be an epoch-making film in the history of Chinese films. You have also read the story, and it has the basis for a big hit. I think Liu Yifei can participate in it."
Acting in a movie will increase her personal reputation unparalleled. Ms. Liu, I won't lie. I can't afford more than 500,000 yuan. If you don't agree, I can only say I'm sorry."
Shao Shuaijun spread his hands and made his attitude clear. He has his own difficulties. The investment in the movie is said to be hundreds of millions, which is an exaggeration, but it should not be less than 50 million. Sci-fi movies just spend money on special effects.
It can account for 80% of the investment. He will definitely not be able to come up with such a large amount of investment. Huayi is distracted by financing TOM Group. Even if the financing is completed, he will not dare to invest so much at one time.
He has only made two movies so far, both of which were low-budget. It was his first time directing a blockbuster, and they were based on science fiction, a genre that is almost extinct in China.
Investment is hard to find!
We can only reduce costs and try our best to win over investors.
Liu Xiaoli picked up the coffee, took several sips, and then nodded slowly: "I trust Director Shao, and I hope that Director Shao can make this movie with all his heart. Not that he is still young. As a mother, I don't want a bad movie to ruin her."
future."
"Don't worry, I won't joke about my future either."
"Well, it's a pleasure to work with you. On behalf of Liu Yifei, I agree to star in the movie "Source Code" as the heroine."