mousepad-d2 Chapter 198 The goal is getting closer
Chapter 198 The goal is getting closer
"Of course there is no problem." Jed naturally didn't want to make trouble with NBC. He wished that his TV series could be sold to the five major TV networks, and then sold in Spanish to the mainstream Spanish-language TV networks in the United States.It's a pity that the aesthetic taste of Hispanic Americans has always been very special, and Jed, who couldn't catch the tune, had to give up the idea of making a Spanish TV series.
But when it comes to Spanish TV series, the TV series "Ugly Betty" immediately comes to Jade's mind.This TV series ridiculing the fashion circle once became a popular comedy in the United States, and the important thing is that the original version of this TV series has not been filmed.Of course, Jed would not give such a good series to NBC, after all, the temperament of "Ugly Betty" is more in line with his own we TV network.
Jed thought about it for a long time, and finally decided to give the more serious "Two and a Half Men" to NBC.Jed doesn't cheat on NBC either. You must know that "Two and a Half Men" is the most lucrative comedy since the beginning of the new century, and the price of commercial time is simply hard to find. "I have a very interesting script here, but the invited stars are all big names, so..."
Of course, Steven Brocade understands what big-name stars mean. The so-called first-line stars are paid millions of dollars, and top stars get dividends.Stars who have reached a certain level don't bother to get paid, what they want is dividends.If it's a movie star, then it's box office dividends; if it's a TV star, it's advertising dividends.
"There is no problem with advertising dividends, but I have rating requirements. I will only pay dividends if the basic line is reached. If it is not reached, then there is no penny. How?"
Brocade's request is actually very reasonable. Since you want to share advertisements, you have to bet on the ratings.Jed nodded, knowing that Charlie Sheen would agree. "Two and a Half Men" can be regarded as an outlier in American sitcoms. It uses the basic love of two men to tease the relationship between men and women. Therefore, this show is not only loved by male audiences, but also some female audiences hold "I Just watch your men's good show" mentality to become a loyal audience of this show.
Of course, the most important thing is that Charlie Sheen's performance is really amazing.It's a pity that this man's unrestrained appearance in the later period forced the crew to fire him, which led to "Two and a Half Men" from a popular comedy to a pretty good comedy.Of course, in addition to Charlie Sheen's performance, child star Angus Jones' performance similar to "Crayon Shin-chan" also added a lot of color to the show.
Jed is now thinking about what kind of contract to use to restrain Charlie Sheen, so as to prevent this Hollywood bad boy from ruining the show in the end.
After discussing the general direction with Steven Boko, the rest is for the executives and legal counsel of the two companies to follow up.In fact, in Brocade's opinion, where is the right to adapt "Hulk" worth a real sitcom?After receiving the support of Vivendi Group, Steven Bocco forcibly bypassed the obstruction of Universal Pictures and gave the adaptation rights of "Hulk" to Marvel Film Studios for free.
The "Hollywood Reporter" wrote an analysis, "From Marvel Studios and Marvel Film Production Company, which did not have any adaptation rights at the beginning, to now owning "Hulk", "Thor", "Iron Man", "Captain America" It took Sherman Film and Television Entertainment Group less than a month to acquire the rights to adapt four films including "Marvel Ultimate Universe Project". Some people once thought that the "Marvel Ultimate Universe Project" would be a fantasy, but now it seems that the prerequisites for its launch have been met .”
In addition to Jade dealing with big companies like Universal and Paramount, Jafei is also negotiating with small companies like New Line and Lionsgate.New Line Films is actually a film company with a longer history than Galaxy Films, which mainly distributes horror films and films from Eastern Europe and Asian countries.After being acquired by Warner, New Line also transferred to the film production industry.Interestingly speaking, the rise of New Line Films is also related to Hong Kong films.
During the golden age of Hong Kong cinema, Golden Harvest Films produced the "Ninja Turtles" movie.But Golden Harvest's partner, Fox Films, was afraid to distribute the film, so New Line Films took over the distribution, and the film's success transformed New Line Films from a bag company into a real film company.
Although New Line Films belongs to Warner Group, the company's production and distribution work is done independently by it, so it is recognized by Hollywood as an independent production company.New Line Films currently owns the adaptation rights of the Marvel Comics "Blade Warrior", and New Line Films not only launched the first film of "Blade Warrior" in 1998, but also will launch a sequel this year. The box office performance of "Blade Warrior" was not satisfactory, but it still received certain expectations in the DVD and video tape market, so New Line Films was not very happy to give up the adaptation rights of "Blade Warrior".
But fortunately, when Marvel Comics was authorized, it used the form of "up to three within 2 years" to authorize, so New Line Company only had the right to adapt the last part of "Blade Warrior".If the box office performance of the second part of "Blade Warrior" is still not satisfactory, New Line may not be able to complete the adaptation of the third part before 2.
After thinking for a long time, Xinxian Company still accepted Jia Fei's conditions.According to the agreement between Sherman Film and Television Entertainment Group and New Line Films, Marvel Film Production Company under Sherman Film and Television Entertainment Group will take over the production of the third part of "Blade Warrior". Granted joint authorship rights to New Line Corporation.In return, New Line will transfer the adaptation rights of "Blade Warrior" to Marvel Films for free.
According to the current situation, Marvel's superheroes who are still outside include "X-Men", "Fantastic Four" and "Super Daredevil" belonging to 2th Century Fox Film Company; "Soul Chariot" under Columbia Pictures.To Jed's surprise, Lionsgate chairman and president Frank Gusta invited Jed to lunch at his convenience.
If he was the boss of a small film company, Jed would usually decline, but Lionsgate Films is a difficult person to refuse.Lionsgate is still a fledgling film baby right now, but he will soon be a force to be reckoned with in Hollywood.What admired Jed the most was that Gusta's vision for movies and scripts was that he could fight big with small things when he entered the scene, and he also supported new directors a lot. Several blockbuster movies were all new directors, and there were even A new director of Asian descent.
In the end, after Lionsgate Pictures grew stronger, he formed Lionsgate Entertainment. Lionsgate Entertainment acquired MGM that had been sold three times in 2, avoiding the bankruptcy of the most senior film company in the United States.For such a character, Jed is still very happy to make friends.Especially if these small and medium-sized film companies don't reach some alliances privately, how can they face the pressure of the seven giants?So Jed quickly asked the secretary and Gusta to set a lunch time.
Lionsgate is an outlier in Hollywood, which Gusta recognizes, but he thinks that outlier means nothing, and he believes that he loves the film industry more than most Hollywood filmmakers.So Lionsgate is happy to invest in some small-budget or new directors to give their movies a chance to be seen by audiences.Although Lionsgate only invests in the most profitable part, it has to be admitted that companies like Lionsgate have given many low-cost directors in the United States a chance.
Jed met Gusta in a French restaurant in Los Angeles. Unlike ordinary Americans, Gusta has the restrained feeling of Canadians.But the chat with Gusta was very interesting. The purpose of Gusta to find Jed was actually for financing.
"Mr. Sherman, I intend to set up a Lionsgate Entertainment company. Lionsgate Entertainment will be mainly responsible for the distribution of movies and home entertainment, and Lionsgate Pictures will be a wholly owned subsidiary of Lionsgate Entertainment, responsible for the production of movies. .”
"Oh, Lionsgate also plans to join the ranks of film producers?" Although Jed knew that the "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" and "The Hunger Games" series produced by Lionsgate later were blockbuster movies, but at this time he only wanted to Can pretend to be confused.
"I am willing to invest in Lions Gate Entertainment, but it is only my personal investment." Jade said, "Lions Gate Entertainment and Sherman Film and Television Entertainment Group have no affiliation, and the two companies are still competing partners."
"Of course." Gusta didn't expect Sherman to agree to it, and it was a private investment. "Since Mr. Sherman is so interested, I would like to know how Mr. Sherman positions the subsidiaries of Sherman Film and Television Entertainment Group? Also, what is the position of Mr. Sherman for Lionsgate Entertainment?"
Jed thought about it, and felt that these things were not particularly private, so he introduced: "Galaxy Film Production Company is our main brand, which mainly distributes mainstream films, including commercial films and literary films; Galaxy Animation Film Company mainly produces some Humanistic cartoons; Galaxy Animation Studios mainly produces cartoons with accumulated technology; Marvel Film Production Company mainly produces non-Avengers superhero movies; and Marvel Film Studios produces Avengers Alliance and superhero films. In addition to these brands, we have established Galaxy Europa Film Company with Luc Besson, which is mainly responsible for the distribution of European films or some films that Mr. Luc Besson likes; and we cooperate with Quentin Tarantino Galactic Tarantino Studios is responsible for the distribution of his films. If there is one thing I expect from Lionsgate, I hope that Lionsgate will focus on horror films, thrillers and some small-budget independent films. Maybe this is my For my own selfishness, I see Lionsgate as a sub-brand of Sherman Entertainment.”
"I can understand the positioning. In fact, this is also my positioning for Lionsgate Entertainment." Gusta said with a smile, "Hollywood has been almost divided by you, and Lionsgate Entertainment does not have that much ability to steal from you. Eat, we have to find something you don’t like to eat.” But Gusta suddenly said seriously, “Mr. Sherman, you will not regret investing in Lionsgate Entertainment, I guarantee you will see another The Birth of a Hollywood Powerhouse."
"I never underestimate Mr. Gusta's ability." Jed responded with a smile.
"In order to thank you for your investment, please accept this gift." Gusta handed over a document.
Jed opened it and saw that it was a free transfer contract for the film and television adaptation rights of "The Punisher".