Chapter 161 Under the Eye

Chapter 161 [Purpose Eye] (Part 2) In terms of influence, there is no doubt that the biggest card here is Spielberg... He is also the director of the largest card on the planet at present! But the problem is that after analysis, the film experts in the company raised a concern.

It seems that Spielberg is not suitable for directing this pure commercial hero action.

Moreover, there is no such similar theme in his previous works... Although there is an Indiana Jones, it was more than 20 years ago! Luc Besson, there are also a lot of action movies, but this old man is too naughty, and sometimes he plays too much! And although he has many good works, he has also produced a lot of bad films! This is our first movie. Let's ask him to do it. We are still a little worried.

Mel Gibson... This guy who once directed a masterpiece of poetry and action like "Brave Heart", in the past two years, his works have become more and more literary and deeper... This is not what we want.

As for other directors, in terms of temperament, the most suitable one is Michael Bay.

And his famous work "Breaking to the Island of Life" is also a typical Hollywood business hero action blockbuster.

However, in terms of director's ability, it seems that his ability does not reach the master level.

If it's normal, it's great good news to invite him to the director... But now.

In a series of master candidates, he doesn't seem to be outstanding.

And finally, a new name appeared on our list! James Cameron!!! First of all, he is also an Oscar-rated film director! Although his position in Hollywood is not as good as Spielberg, it is not much worse! Especially the Titanic of that year, it became popular all over the world! Secondly, he is also a director who is very good at commercial action movies!! And the films he produced are all classics! The first two parts of Terminator! Plus "True Lies"!! And the second episode in the First Blood series! This is also recognized as the best episode in this series), these are all classic commercial action movies! Moreover, it can even be said that he has achieved Schwarzenegger's status as an action superstar!! Two films of Terminator and True Lies).

Whether it is fame, prestige, seniority, directing skills, and the degree of suitability, there is no doubt.

James Cameron is the best candidate! And the only problem with this director is... extreme paranoia and stubbornness... plus, burning money!! If the problem of stubbornness can also be regarded as a display of the personality of a talented director... Then, the problem of burning money is enough to make any film company crazy! In several of his classics, the second part of Terminator was originally planned to invest 60 million.

When the result was finished, he spent 120 million yuan! Make the film company that invested in it go bankrupt! And the shooting of "The True Lies" is more than double the budget! In the end, although it sold well at the box office, James Cameron's own film studio was acquired! As for the most famous Titanic... it has invested more than 200 million yuan! Although it's nothing to invest 200 million dollars in movies now, you know, it was more than a decade ago!! It was the most expensive movie in the history of film at that time! And the investors at that time were the two giants of Fox and Paramount, the giants of the big Hollywood film company! As a result, he was also dragged down and complained bitterly. The film was originally planned to be shot for more than 100 million yuan, but finally the additional funds were added! Therefore, in the face of this director's choice, Yang Wei and I have a concern at the same time... That is, money!! According to the calculation of the company's experts, if you want to shoot a well-made commercial action blockbuster based on the current script... The approximate budget should be about 140 million.

But if it is handed over to the Hollywood money-burning director... I'm afraid this number is far from enough! When the Titanic was shot, even the two giant companies in Hollywood were unbearably delayed.

Not to mention the small company I have now? We are not giants! Besides, I don't have that much money to burn him! At present, all my assets have already exceeded 100 million.

But the problem is that I don't have that much cash! All you need to make a movie is cash! According to my current property, I can only take out about 80 million at most.

And Yang Wei, she said that she could borrow about 40 million yuan from the bank.

As for the rest of Yang Wei, she said that she could take out 20 million... In this way, it is exactly 140 million.

If it is not enough, we can also add a short-term loan to the bank, which is about 20 million yuan.

"If it hadn't been for this movie, I wouldn't have gone crazy to take out all my assets to make a movie."

I sighed: "If I lose money, I will only go bankrupt, but I still believe your judgment."

Yang Wei is also rubbing her temples. Although this woman is extremely smart, after all, the film is a completely unfamiliar industry for her. Although she can plan the early stage, once she starts shooting, it is completely the work of the director.

What's more, James Cameron is a famous "super budget king"! If we ask him to shoot, I'm afraid we have to prepare 200 million yuan.

I smiled bitterly: "If it really doesn't work, we can only find another investor? Anyway, everyone is optimistic about this movie, and there should be a lot of people willing to invest it.

"No."

Yang Wei shook his head: "The opportunity to make money is unattainable.

This opportunity cannot be easily given up.

I can talk to the bank about the money.

And... We can also try to find an insurance company.

Or the insurance company may allow us to give us some commercial borrowing funds.

"Oh?" My eyes are clear.

"Yes, I think it's possible."

Yang Wei said very seriously: "First of all, the insurance company is also willing to invest. We lend money from them. Anyway, we give them interest.

Moreover, they should be able to understand that our movie is sure to make a profit.

We won't worry about our ability to repay... The second point is more important! That is, the insurance company is also grateful to you! Think about it, if you hadn't solved this crisis... Humph, if so many celebrities died at once, losing money alone would be enough to bankrupt the insurance company!" After thinking about it, I think what Yang Wei said makes sense. You might as well have a try.

"In addition, for the shooting of the film, we just need to make a good budget, and the money is not to put all the funds in place at one time. When you use it, you can just take it out one by one.

The filming cycle of the film will take about half a year.

And half a year later, you will have money again. Whether it is the company's business, casino dividends, or your smuggling business, you will have a lot of money again in half a year!" Yang Wei thought for a moment and then looked at me: "So, we might as well do it!" [ Heaven's Kiss] ****** The meeting with James Cameron was very pleasant.

This recognized paranoia, the "tyrant" in the mouth of film practitioners is actually very kind outside of work.

And, to be honest, he is also in a relatively embarrassing period.

Because of his "notoriety" of burning money.

Every film is far beyond the budget.

Although almost every of his later films was successful, after all, investors can't stand the feeling of spending a lot of money! Besides, after you burned money in the past, the movie sold well and earned it back.

But can you guarantee that the movie will sell well every time you burn the money? There are always mistakes, right? If the movie is lost.

Then investors can only jump off the building! Therefore, although he is a big director, few investors dare to ask him to make a film! Naturally, a big director can't always be without works. James Cameron naturally hopes to produce one or two more effective works as soon as possible.

At this time, our meeting almost has a sense of instant fit! I have read the script.

James Cameron took the coffee and thought for a moment: "I'm basically satisfied, but there are some things I want to modify... and I want to modify according to my ideas. I need to have autonomy in this."

I took a look at Yang Wei and accepted it.

In fact, this guy is not only a big director, but also a very good screenwriter.

Many of his works and scripts were written or participated in by himself.

"And the selection of actors."

James Cameron thought for a moment: "I hope I also have the right to choose by myself."

On this point, Yang Wei and I have no problem... Our current problem is not that we have no choice, but we are already dazzled! " But Bruce and Jessica must keep it."

I made my request: "Bruce has signed a contract with us.

And Jessica, she is currently the most voted by fans.

"Yes."

James smiled, but the bearded director smiled a little cunning: "I admire Bruce very much. As for Jessica, she is very beautiful, and we don't have to fight with fans."

I'm relieved.

Then, I immediately asked the most troublesome question in my heart: "About the question of the male lead, I think you should feel something in your heart after reading the script.

And we have shown you the list of candidates.

This problem is now so painful that I can't sleep.

Those agents are simply like devils urging us to reply.

What I said is true! Now more and more actors are asking to star in this movie! Most people come here to return the favor.

And there are many, and it is also smart to see that this movie is bound to sell well! Just this morning, Nicholas Cage's economic man also called... saying that the big star also wanted to star in this film.

"Actually... I have an idea in my heart."

The bearded director looked up at me, and then he suddenly said, "Chen, why don't you think about it... You star in this movie yourself? I think this will definitely cause a sensation.

(These two chapters are from August 31st! I won't hit the time difference, don't worry.

The update on September 1 will be posted during the day.

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