Chapter 125 Time and Space Clues There is a public relations stage before the Oscars are announced, and Chen An still needs to go time is quite urgent now. After a short rest in China, I have to go to Hollywood again. Han Sanping is no longer in the Beijing Film Studio, so we have to go somewhere else to find him. This was Chen An’s first visit to his new office. I knocked on the door and opened it, and it was still decorated the same as before. The rooms are about the same size, and if you don’t know, you might think that the other party simply moved the Beijing Film Studio’s office here. Han Sanping inside had been waiting for a long time. As soon as the door opened, he saw Chen An appear at the door and said with a smile: "It's your first time here, haven't you seen it before?" "It was my first time here, but it seemed like I had seen it before, which was very strange." Chen An looked around, closed the door, sat down on the sofa skillfully, and spoke. Han Sanping also got up from his seat, sat skillfully on the sofa next to Chen An, and began to speak.
"You are such a busy person. After going to Berlin, you have to go to the Oscars. It's hard for you to come to me." "It's here, it's not as serious as you say." "Are you sure about the Oscars? You are the first mainland director to be nominated." "Everyone will ask me this, but I don't think I'm sure. The people at Warner Bros. also told me that the PR direction is not for Best Picture, but for Screenplay and Best Supporting Actor." It was only when Chen An arrived here that he spoke about the current situation for the first time. It was already a success that the film was nominated for an Oscar. Although it did not win any Golden Globe Awards, it was nominated for three Oscar awards. In fact, Chen An’s goal was only the Best Original Screenplay, and he never had any expectations for the Best Picture. Its competitors include "American Beauty," which won the Golden Globe Awards, as well as the classic film "The Green Mile" and "The Sixth Sense," which was a big hit in the same period. I didn’t know how to play, so I simply gave up on the public relations for this award. Han Sanping listened to Chen An's explanation and thought about it while lying on the sofa. Then he said, "That's a pity. I was wondering if you could win the Best Picture award." "You really think highly of me, but I prefer Best Director to Best Picture. Their Best Picture is not given to the director." "So, China is more suitable for you. A big director like you is not suitable for that kind of place." "I knew you would say that." Chen An smiled and replied, then he pulled out a script from his bag and placed it in front of him. "You want to make a high-grossing movie, don't you? Look, I'm going to Hollywood tomorrow. If it's possible, let's make it." Hearing Chen An's words, Han Sanping looked at the script on the table and picked it up immediately. Compared to those awards, this is what he really wants. He has mentioned it to Chen An countless times, but was rejected every time. Now he has finally made up his mind. Han Sanping took the script in his hand and said, "Hahahaha, Brother Chen, you really understand me. I've been waiting for your script for a long time." Chen An looked at the other party's happy expression and didn't say much. Since last year, the other party has been wanting to make a big-budget, high-grossing movie to stimulate the market.
He would call and ask me all kinds of questions whenever he had nothing to do, and in the end the topic would always turn to this issue. Today, Chen An satisfied his idea, "Don't be too happy too soon, the investment in this movie is not low, conservatively estimated at 20 million." After saying this, he raised two fingers. Han Sanping looked at Chen An's gesture and asked curiously, "Only 20 million?" He thought that the production cost was a little too small, so how could he make a blockbuster. "Two thousand US dollars!" Chen An looked at the other party's puzzled expression and explained. "You take a look at the script first, and we'll talk about it when I get back. The investment is a bit large, so we must open up sales channels. I'll go find Warner's buyers and ask them to buy it after it's filmed." Han Sanping heard what the other party said without even looking at him and said, "We will definitely do it. We will lend the funds even if we have to." "That's not necessary. I'll offer 50 million US dollars, and the director and the composition will each get % of the commission. This is already a discounted price. If you bring in Xi'an Film Studio and Shanghai Film Studio, the total will probably be about the same." Chen An also said directly to the other party. Let’s make it clear in advance that this time the project is going to be big, and all three publicity and promotion agencies will definitely be included. It is necessary that I take 50%. As for the rest, since I have come to you in advance, it is natural for you to arrange the bulk of it yourself. Han Sanping listened to Chen An's words and thought about it for a while. He had no objection to Chen An's request of 50%, including the 10% bonus from the other director. He also understood that this was an absolutely discounted price from Chen An. You won't find that kind of thing in Hollywood. But I still thought about my share of the shares. The capital is indeed quite large. After thinking for a while, an idea suddenly occurred to me, "Then I will pay 20 million US dollars for 30%, and the remaining 10% will be 10% each for Shangying and Xiying. As for the remaining 10%, I will sell it out. Whoever can make up the million and pay another million, the million will get the last %." That's right, he wanted to distribute the remaining 10% at a premium. Chen An's movie will definitely not lack investment, and who knows, others may be scrambling for this opportunity. As for Xiying and Shanghai Film Group, if they are willing to take it over, let them take it over. If they are not willing, just give it away. There are a lot of people outside who want to invest. There is no problem in finding people, and 10% can be divided into several parts. Chen An listened to the other party's ideas without saying much. It didn't matter. He just needed to take 50%. As for the rest, he would leave it to Han Sanping to arrange. "Well then, let's do as you say, Brother Han. I've already given you the script. Please take a look at it first and submit it for my review. We'll start work when I return from Hollywood." "Okay, I'll help you arrange it right away. I'll take a look at the script and then hand it in for you." "Well, take a look at it first. I'll go back and get the contract and send it to you when I leave." The discussion was almost over, so Chen An didn't say anything more. He just talked to the other party about the release of "Hello! Mr. Tree". When the other party said that it had been arranged, he left first. Go back and prepare the contract first and send it over before tomorrow, and the rest will be left to the other party. The arrangements for the crew can be put on the agenda, and as for casting, we can make plans after Chen An returns. Han Sanping didn't rest either. He took the script with the words "Clues to Time and Space" in his hand and started reading it. The film, originally starring Denzel Washington, was a science fiction film mixed with time and space elements. It became a global hit with a small budget and earned million US dollars at the box office. It is also a movie that is more suitable for adaptation. These were relatively novel themes at the time, and are still more shocking today. After returning to the company, Chen An asked a lawyer to help him draft a contract. He signed his name and had someone send it to Han Sanping. As for Chen An, he had already packed his things and started heading towards the airport.
Award ceremonies came one after another. After taking a few days off to finish writing the script, Chen An was ready to set off again. This trip is not only to participate in the Oscars' public relations banquet, but also to participate in the post-production of "District 9". Driven by the driver, Chen An and Zhao Xiong arrived at the airport, boarded the plane that had been booked in advance, and flew to the other side of the ocean again. After landing and checking into the same hotel again, Chen An wondered whether he should buy a house in Hollywood. However, with Chen An's current net worth, it's okay for him to buy an apartment, but there's no need to think about those luxury houses. He has the will but not the money, so there's really no way out. I read the comments yesterday. Brothers, please be gentle.
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