1980 My Literary Era.

Chapter 624 where the confidence lies

What Xu Feng said was right, Lin Weimin just came up with a script, but the script is not the same as the script.

The net profit of the first four "Harry Potter" series of later generations reached 25 billion yuan, and the original author JK Rowling received 10% of the net profit, which is 2.5 million yuan.

"Farewell My Concubine" is not as suitable for all ages as "Harry Potter" due to its limited subject matter, and it is impossible to achieve such exaggerated box office results.

However, the readership accumulated over the years is large enough. If it is released worldwide in the future, its box office potential is by no means equal to that of ordinary literary films.

Lin Weimin asked for a 30% share of the net profit. Compared with JK Rowling's "Harry Potter", the ratio is indeed a bit exaggerated.

The advantage of "Farewell My Concubine" is that its subject matter determines the upper limit of investment and risk, which is far less than that of "Harry Potter", a series of blockbusters released worldwide.

With the right to adapt the film of "Farewell My Concubine", Xu Feng is unlikely to lose money. Under such circumstances, how could Lin Weimin let go?
Despite Xu Feng's lobbying in every possible way, Lin Weimin always insisted on the bottom line and did not waver at all, leaving her with nothing to do.

"Mr. Lin, this is not an attitude of cooperation."

After talking for a long time, Xu Feng's mouth was dry, but Lin Weimin couldn't eat it, so she couldn't help but said depressedly.

Lin Weimin looked calm, and said: "Ms. Xu, it is impossible to compromise on the share ratio, even if it is the introduction of Hollywood capital."

Xu Feng looked at Lin Weimin upon hearing this, feeling that he was exaggerating.

Although the current Hollywood has not yet reached the peak state where later generations will conquer the world and conquer the world, but as the world's unipolar film industry, the circle and rules of Hollywood have long been ingrained. She does not believe that Hollywood will change the rules for Lin Weimin.

30% pure profit sharing is unheard of.

Seeing that Xu Feng didn't believe Lin Weimin, he said, "Then how about this? I'll talk to the potential employers in Hollywood first, what do you think?"

Seeing that he was full of confidence, Xu Feng couldn't help feeling suspicious, "Okay, then I'll wait for your news."

After Xu Feng finished speaking, he was about to say goodbye and leave, but he was stopped by Lin Weimin unexpectedly.

"Ms. Xu, just sit here and wait."

After Lin Weimin finished speaking, he ignored Xu Feng's reaction and started making calls.

Xu Feng and Guo Feng looked at each other with weird expressions. Some couldn't believe that such a matter of investment could be communicated on the spot, but since Lin Weimin said so, they had no choice but to wait.

"Lin, do you know what time it is in America?"

Michael Phillips was woken up by Lin Weimin's phone call, and said very unhappy.

Lin Weimin glanced at his watch, it was 02:30 pm, 02:30 am U.S. time.

"I'm so sorry, Mike." Lin Weimin said without sincerity.

"Come on, your tone tells me that you don't apologize at all." Michael Phillips complained, and then asked: "Come on, why are you calling me so late?"

"I have an investor from Xiangjiang here who plans to invest in the filming of "Farewell My Concubine". How about it? Are you interested?"

After Lin Weimin finished speaking, Michael Phillips was instantly sober, and asked excitedly: "Lin, have you finally decided to make "Farewell My Concubine" into a film and television? Why do you need a filmmaker from Xiangjiang? As long as you give in, we will Immediately contact you with the big six Hollywood, you can have the world's most sufficient investment, the most professional production team, the most powerful distribution channels..."

"Stop, stop! Mike, you know, I can't let Hollywood dominate the production of "Farewell My Concubine." Lin Weimin said.

In 88, "The Last Emperor" won 9 Oscar awards. All major Hollywood production companies were very interested in Lin Weimin's works, but Lin Weimin offered a sky-high price of 500 million meters, scaring everyone away.

The reason why Lin Weimin called out such a sky-high price was nothing more than trying to gain some dominance.

But unfortunately, since then, no major Hollywood company has approached Lin Weimin.

Hollywood has its own set of rules. They can't afford the price Lin Weimin yelled, and they can even make money, but they can't agree to Lin Weimin's "unreasonable" request, which is tantamount to breaking the rules of Hollywood.

You must know that Francis Ford Coppola filmed "The Godfather 3", and he only shared the 200 million-meter remuneration with the original author Mario Puzo.

Unless, like Spielberg, he has already entered the "card table" of Hollywood, no matter how famous the director or screenwriter is, there is no way to break the rules of Hollywood.

"Lin, you are so stubborn!" Michael Phillips complained.

Lin Weimin didn't answer his words, and continued to ask: "How is it? Mike, are you interested?"

Michael Phillips said with some frustration: "What's the use of being interested? Which company is willing to accept your harsh conditions?"

"Who said I'm going to find a big company to cooperate with?"

Michael Phillips couldn't figure it out for a while, "If you don't cooperate with a big company, who will you..."

The voice on the phone paused, and after a few seconds, Michael Phillips said in disbelief, "You mean, me?"

"Yes, Mike, want to cooperate?"

There was a heavy gasp from the other end of the phone, and the huge temptation made Michael Phillips flustered.

"OK, tell me about your conditions!" Michael Phillips asked straight to the point.

He knew that there must be conditions for Lin Weimin to give up those big Hollywood companies and cooperate with him as a producer.

"Smart! I want 30% of the film's pure profit share, including post-production video tapes and peripheral income."

Although he was mentally prepared, Michael Phillips was still surprised by Lin Weimin's big appetite.

"Lin, your condition is too harsh."

"If you're not harsh, why should I seek you?"

The naked sentence made Michael Phillips fall into silence again.

While he was thinking, Lin Weimin continued: "The Big Six of Hollywood have the advantages of the Big Six, but there are too many constraints, and there are cultural differences between the East and the West. I don’t want to hand it over to them either. Now this Xiangjiang investor has some strength, plus your influence in Hollywood, it is enough to manage this movie. The investment will not be too high, it must be within your tolerance, and the risk is very small , you can also find cooperation with those big companies for the issue, how about it?"

Michael Phillips understood Lin Weimin's meaning. Big companies are powerful, and it is impossible to transfer benefits. Lin Weimin's plan is just right for a movie with the investment scale of "Farewell My Concubine". The three parties are evenly matched, and each can get their own Part of the benefits, and relatively equal.

Xiangjiang Films has a Southeast Asian market, and he can operate in the markets of Western countries such as the United States and Canada. Lin Weimin is in charge of producing the original works. Once this lineup is formed, it will be invincible first of all. As for how much it earns, it depends on luck. up.

Various pros and cons quickly flashed through his mind, and Michael Phillips finally made up his mind.

"Okay, as you said. How much is the investment?"

"This..." Lin Weimin hesitated, "Ms. Xu from Xiangjiang contributed 400 million dollars."

Michael Phillips said happily: "Okay, then I will also pay the remaining 400% of the profit of 70 million meters, and we will share it equally."

"Mike, wait a minute."

Lin Weimin told Xu Feng who was waiting for Michael Phillips' personal information and his thoughts, and she was stunned.

It was 70% just now, and after one phone call, there is only 35% left?
Xu Feng felt like a big stone was blocked in her chest. She has been engaged in film investment for so many years, and she has never encountered such a uncomfortable thing.

After a while, Lin Weimin urged: "Ms. Xu, how are you thinking? Mike is still waiting for an answer!"

This time Xu Feng finally understood that the reason why Lin Weimin dared to ask for a 30% share was not only because of the influence of "Farewell My Concubine", but also because he could definitely get the investment himself.

She even felt inexplicably grateful. If it weren't for the fact that there is no living space for private film companies in the mainland, Lin Weimin might have already organized the filming of "Farewell My Concubine" by himself.

After understanding this truth, she no longer struggled with the issue of sharing.

Isn't this still 35%?
Moreover, there are two more risk-sharing partners, one of whom is a major Hollywood producer, which is also beneficial to the later promotion of the film.

"Okay, I agree."

Lin Weimin said into the phone receiver: "She agreed!"

Michael Phillips on the other end of the phone shouted excitedly: "Deal!"

Then, he couldn't wait to say: "Tomorrow, tomorrow I will talk to you in detail."

"Don't worry, Mike, you'd better catch up on sleep first."

Michael Phillips couldn't help laughing, "Damn! Lin, how do you let me sleep now? I'll sleep on the plane. Really, you should have decided earlier to save me from making another trip. "

Years ago, Michael Phillips flew to Yanjing again to spend a few days on the set of "Sunny Day".

"I won't fly less in the future, and I won't miss this trip. I'll wait for you in Yanjing!"

Lin Weimin made a joke and hung up the phone.

Xu Feng, who was sitting there, was still a little dazed, so the investment is settled like this?
"Ms. Xu, Mike should be here in two days. I think you should stay in Yanjing for the next few days. We will discuss the details then."

Xu Feng nodded, "Yes."

Lin Weimin glanced at his watch and said, "I'm a guest from afar. How about I pick up the two of you in the evening at the Yanjing Hotel?"

Xu Feng smiled and said, "Then thank you, Mr. Lin."

When doing business, villains first and gentlemen second, no matter how intense the atmosphere is during the negotiation, after the negotiation is concluded, there must be harmony.

After a few more brief chats, Guo Feng and Xu Feng left.

After get off work, Lin Weimin drove to Yanjing Hotel to treat guests to dinner.

(End of this chapter)