After sleeping all morning, Shao Shuaijun got up to eat. Today is the first day of the official release. When the box office statistics are released in the evening, Shao Shuaijun and others will return to China to promote the mainland. Wang Zhonglei is always busy with social activities, so
, Shao Shuaijun, Fan Bingbing, Liu Yifei, and a Lionsgate staff member were wandering around Santa Monica.
Santa Monica is the most attractive seaside city in California, especially the beaches along the coast. It is a good place for summer tourism and vacation. Unfortunately, the weather is still a bit cold and the beach is not open to the public. They can only wander around the streets in the city for a few times.
Circle. A small American city like this is not much bigger than a small town in China. You can visit all the places in one afternoon.
Driving on the coastal road in the town, looking at the blue sea, seabirds flying over from time to time, and the Los Angeles metropolis across the sea, Shao Shuaijun couldn't help but sigh, the local scenery is really well protected, and there is basically no mess.
phenomenon. In China, Shao Shuaijun has not visited many coastal cities, including Haijin City and Ludao City.
The protection of sea areas in Haijin City is average, but Ludao City is not so good. The sea water is smelly and black. It is said that a railway was built to the island by building a sea wall, which blocked the flow of sea water, resulting in
The silt cannot be disposed of, ultimately affecting the local marine environment.
Fortunately, the Ludao City Government has realized this mistake and started building the Xinglin Bridge to replace the Seawall Railway.
After a rare day of relaxation, the next day, the box office statistics came out.
Because it was released on Earth Day, April 22, everyone was mentally prepared for the box office to be average. But when the box office on the first day was calculated to be 7.5 million US dollars, everyone couldn't help cheering. There are 2,000 in North America.
When "Source Code" was released in theaters, based on a ticket price of US$7, the revenue per screen reached a high box office of US$12,000.
This kind of data is almost the kind of data that can only be achieved by blockbusters.
"Wow, not only were you not affected by Earth Day, you also won so much box office! Dear Shao, you have conquered the American audience again." After seeing the box office, Rob shouted excitedly, "Haha, now
I can go to the major theater chains and try to reach 2,800 theaters next week!"
"Xiao Shao is our God of Wealth, Rob. He will make more movies that conquer Hollywood!" Wang Zhonglei shouted. From the initial trial of "Buried Alive" to the release of "Source Code", Huayi Brothers is becoming more and more popular.
The more I look forward to the North American market. As long as I have achieved some success in North America, I will never forget it, because the money in the United States is so good. As long as the movie is well shot, the income is more than ten times that of the mainland.
Of course, one must have the ability to make a movie that suits American audiences.
In a good mood, Wang Zhonglei took Fan Bingbing and Liu Yifei back to China to continue their promotion, while Shao Shuaijun transferred to Phoenix on the pretext of something else. Li Xiuxiu established a company here, which currently specializes in operating "The Twilight Saga"
》A small shell company for the series of books.
"Ajun, you are finally here. All the procedures have been completed. The company has chosen the 18th floor of the George Building in Phoenix. It is still being renovated. Here are the company's materials for you." In a coffee shop, Li Xiuxiu will
The stack of materials was handed over to Shao Shuaijun.
The materials were all about the company's procedures and certificates. Shao Shuaijun opened it casually, and the company's name jumped into his sight - "Twilight City Entertainment Co., Ltd." Yes, the name is very old-fashioned. Shao Shuaijun's idea is very simple.
If it is running "The Twilight Saga", then it should be called The Twilight Saga.
I'm too lazy to come up with some domineering and revealing name.
Li Xiuxiu is also a wonderful person. When Shao Shuaijun mentioned the name, she didn't object and just used it. Perhaps, neither of them thought that this company would become a big company, so there was no need to come up with something cool.
name.
"The registered capital is the first distribution fee of "Twilight". Now "Twilight" is priced at US$10, and 1.5 million copies have been sold. Excluding Phoenix Publishing and Mel's share, we have obtained the profit
It is US$2.8 million. US$800,000 of which is used to rent a house and pay for decoration costs, so the company’s registered capital is US$2 million.”
"Sister Xiuxiu, thank you for your hard work." Shao Shuaijun looked at Li Xiuxiu's haggard face and said sincerely. It was really embarrassing and distressing to let a girl conquer the world for him outside. "Just stick to the old rules. I'll stay here."
I will give you 10% of the shares, but these shares can only be distributed as dividends and cannot be resold. Because I want to fully own this company to avoid risks and maximize profits for the future "Twilight" series of movies."
"It's 10% again, Ah Jun, are you supporting me?"
"Haha, Sister Xiuxiu, if I really plan to keep you, would you be willing? As agreed, there is no room for you in the big house, so you can consider the second and third bedrooms."
"Go to hell! You're just a little brat, and you've already started to learn bad things. Don't even think about preparing for one, two, three, four or five rooms!" Li Xiuxiu looked at Shao Shuaijun with contempt, "As a boss, you are really unqualified. How can you be like this?"
A generous person who doesn’t treat his own money as money? You can sell your shares in Shao Shuaijun Studio at will, and this company will also give away shares at will. Do you think you are stupid?"
Shao Shuaijun laughed: "Sister Xiuxiu, I don't think I'm stupid. What is money? When you have money, money is just some data, more or less makes no difference. Take Shao Shuaijun Studio as an example, I can keep all
The shares are owned by one person, but is it interesting?"
In Shao Shuaijun's mind, high costs are an inevitable trend in the future film market, and high costs mean high risks. Only co-production is the way out for movies. Shao Shuaijun's studio has too little foundation, and it will not be able to develop into a big business even if it survives.
Scale, cast a comprehensive net to invest in movies.
His memory is less than nine years old. If you don't fight for good movies, you will never be able to win them. Only by sharing the benefits and making the cake bigger can it be more in line with your own interests. But he couldn't say it out loud, so he had to say: "I
He is a partial student, he only knows how to make movies, and maybe he has some vision to see the direction of investment. But these are not enough. He allocates shares to Huayi Brothers and even lets Huayi Brothers participate in the investment. The purpose is to take advantage of Huayi Brothers' public relations capabilities.
and distribution capabilities, to promote, to win over theater companies, and to win over the film bureau. I will give you shares to Sister Xiuxiu because of your abilities. I hope to tie you to my studio and work for me for the rest of your life. By the way,
I’ll look for an opportunity to support you.”
"Tch, my recent movie box office has been good, so I'm so complacent, right? I've become glib, I'll beat you up! Keep telling me why, let me see your foresight, maybe I'll fall in love with your jeans."
"Haha, by allocating shares to Xu Zheng, Ning Hao, and Huang Bo, I am optimistic about their future, and there is also some element of friendship. In the mainland film market, relationships are very important, and nothing can be done without relationships. I hope Xu
Zheng, Ning Hao and Huang Bo can grow into big stars in the entertainment industry while making friends with various forces for me and clearing obstacles on the road. You also know that I am a eloquent person when I am with familiar people.
The situation is such that I just show off and can't open my mouth. Sister Xiuxiu, am I being very far-sighted in doing this?"
"So-so. Although he doesn't have a delicate heart, he's not a stupid person either." Li Xiuxiu responded indifferently, "But, you look at the problem a bit too simplistically. The shares are not allocated in this way. This person has a short-sightedness.
Sex. When you get something for nothing, you will only think about getting more, but not what you should do. Sooner or later, you will suffer!"
"How could it happen? The market and shares have been divided. The only way is for everyone to make money together. How come there are so many fights among each other?"
"Well, I think you'd better concentrate on making movies."
"..."
Shao Shuaijun was speechless. The way to run the company that he had been thinking about for a long time was actually ignored by Li Xiuxiu.