After the dinner, wages were paid, equipment was returned, and the crew members were sent away, Shao Shuaijun returned home alone with a pile of copies. These copies were still rough and needed editing, dubbing, and subtitles. In Hengdian, there are
Specialized post-production companies do the finishing work.
"Buried Alive" is not a blockbuster, a horror film, or a science fiction film, and it does not require too elaborate vocal effects. It only took two days of work and more than 5,000 yuan to produce a completed film. I hold this film in my hands.
, Shao Shuaijun began to look for buyers.
In my memory, there are not many film distribution companies in the Mainland. The big ones like China Film, Shanghai Film Oriental, Hua Xia, Bona, and Huayi Brothers all have strong public relations methods. However, there are too many independent films lined up.
Come to visit, these distribution companies will also have stricter requirements for films.
As for smaller distribution companies, there are Zhang Weiping, Zhang Yimou's New Picture, as well as FJ Hengye, B City Xingmei, Forbidden City Sanlian, Enlight Pictures, Galloping Pony, and Dadi Communication. They are still in their infancy in China, and their distribution methods are very competitive.
However, some large companies have not even begun to get involved in distribution.
The few movies that Shao Shuaijun worked on in his previous life were basically invested and distributed by Dengtian Entertainment. He is familiar with the industry and has a clear understanding of the internal channels of Dengtian Entertainment. Although Dengtian Entertainment eventually snatched his director qualification, this
It’s the entertainment industry, where the jungle prevails, so there’s nothing to complain about. Dengtian Entertainment is still the best choice and can maximize the benefits of “Buried Alive”.
Unfortunately, Dengtian Entertainment will not be established until next year.
China Film and Shanghai Film Oriental, the two giant state-owned film distribution companies, sound intimidating. Huaxia is even more impressive. Nineteen domestic state-owned film units jointly participate in the shares. The qualifications are not too great. The new picture is only responsible for Zhang Yimou.
Movies, Star America focuses on theaters, Sanlian Film and Television focuses on the distribution of TV series, Enlight Pictures, Galloping Horse and Dadi Media have not yet entered the market.
The best choices are Bona and Huayi. However, Shao Shuaijun vaguely remembered that Huayi only started to get involved in film distribution in the second half of this year. Bona is a good place, and Shao Shuaijun believes that the quality of "Buried Alive" can impress the distributor.
It’s convenient, but it’s hard to get too many discounts on price.
In addition to Bona, FJ Hengye is also an ideal choice for Shao Shuaijun. At present, Hengye has not been established yet. It just buys films for distribution in second- and third-tier theaters. However, its founder Chen Hui is a courageous filmmaker.
.Because Hengye has a resounding nickname in later generations, called China's Lionsgate Pictures. It made its fortune with low-cost horror films, focused on genre films, and was quite successful.
Bona and Huayi were in City B, and Shao Shuaijun’s first stop was to go north. As a filmmaker in his previous life, he was naturally familiar with the addresses of the two companies. However, City B ten years ago and City B ten years later
, the changes are really big. After many twists and turns, I came to Bona Pictures.
The correct name of Bona at this time should be Poly Bona. In 2003, Poly Group acquired Bona Culture and established Poly Bona Film Distribution Company to get involved in the film distribution field.
The company receptionist dialed the number of the distribution department with doubts in her eyes.
"Hey, is this Mr. Yu... It's like this. There is a Mr. Shao here who has brought a movie and is looking for distribution... Okay, I'll invite him in right now."
After hanging up the phone, the receptionist looked at Shao Shuaijun deeply: "Did you really make a movie? You are too young, don't you want me to be scolded by my boss?"
"Haha, don't worry."
Shao Shuaijun laughed dryly. He had just turned eighteen this year. He was indeed very young. In the film industry, a thirty-year-old director was amazing.
The office address of Poly Bona Company is on a separate floor. It is decorated very exquisitely and elegantly, with the style of a large company. It is worthy of being one of the giants in the future. It is domineering. In the general manager's office, Shao Shuaijun met Poly Bona
Yu Dong, the CEO, is 28 points tall, slightly fat, and looks harmless.
"Mr. Yu, this is Mr. Shao Shuaijun."
Yu Dong frowned subconsciously and glanced at the front desk: "You go down first." Then he turned to Shao Shuaijun and said: "Please sit down, Shao Shuaijun, you are very young. How come you have the idea to make a movie? What kind of movie?"
?”
Knowing that it is difficult to win people's trust at his age, Shao Shuaijun didn't waste any time and took out a copy of the movie from his bag: "Mr. Yu, can I show the movie first?"
There was a movie projector in the office, and Yu Dong nodded in disbelief. Although Bona was protected by state-owned enterprise giants such as Poly Group and had expanded in the film field in a short period of time, it was still competing with established companies such as China Film and Shanghai Film and Television.
Compared with film companies, it is still far behind and cannot obtain many film distribution rights.
Since someone comes to your door, no matter whether it is good or bad, it is still a waste of an hour or two.
"Making a movie? Young people are so ambitious and don't know the heights of the world. They will be severely criticized later." Yu Dong thought in his heart.
The movie started soon, with a large black screen first, and only the sound of heavy breathing and grinding indicating that the movie was being shown.
"What's going on? Where's the picture?" Yu Dong's face darkened.
Shao Shuaijun waved his hand: "Mr. Yu, please read on slowly."
Soon, the sound of a lighter came, and a picture flashed by, revealing a face. Then it went dark again. After going back and forth several times, the picture finally appeared completely. A person was lying in a coffin, looking around with a lighter.
Lighting the way out. Yu Dong's dissatisfied expression gradually recovered and he began to focus on watching the movie.
After ninety minutes, the movie ends.
Shao Shuaijun looked at Yu Dong, feeling a little nervous.
"It's interesting. It's a one-man show, and the shooting angle is very novel." Yu Dong touched his chin, "Did you really film it?"
"Yes, I am the writer, director, starring, and producer. What do you think of "Buried Alive," Mr. Yu? Is it still worthy of your attention?"
After pondering for a while, Yu Dong said: "This movie is very creative, with unique shooting techniques, challenging the limits of claustrophobic movies, and full of irony. It is a good movie. However, the overly single movie scenes make the whole plot seem
It’s very boring. It’s hard for a movie like this to get any good box office results.”
"I think it still has great commercial value. A single character and a single scene have a great gimmick in themselves. The plot is dull but not mediocre, and the connotation is very profound. Although it does not meet the public taste, it is very attractive to audiences who like this type of movie.
If you get tired of watching blockbusters, it’s a good choice to change your taste occasionally. What do you think, Mr. Yu?"
"It makes some sense, but the domestic film market is still in its infancy, and its capacity is not large. Coupled with the niche taste, it is still difficult to break through and achieve good box office results."
"It's impossible to have a high box office. Five million shouldn't be a problem, right? For this kind of film, apart from the box office, the DVD distribution is the biggest factor, isn't it?"
"Piracy is rampant in the country, but DVDs are not making much headway."
"If it doesn't work at home, what about abroad? If Pauli Bona wants to make it big, he can't just focus on blockbusters and literary films. He has to try all kinds of movies. "Buried Alive" may not be a big hit in China, but what about abroad? Shengdan
At the Sri Lanka Film Festival, this kind of film is the most popular. Once you gain a good reputation, it will bring you a lot of profits. You can earn just a reputation."
"But it failed and failed to gain a good reputation. Foreign countries are not domestic, so why should foreigners buy into it?"
"Haha, everything has risks. If you only want to make a profit but not lose money, it's not me who should come here to find Mr. Yu, but Mr. Yu should come to me."
Yu Dong narrowed his eyes slightly and asked softly: "How much do you want, a share or a buyout?"