Superstar

What kind of actors are eligible to be divided? Big-name actors? Such an answer is obviously unqualified. The really meaningful answer should be: an actor who can bear the box office risk, or, in a positive way, an actor with box office appeal.

In Hugo's career as an actor, although the five films before "Deadly Moment" have achieved very good reputations, none of them can be regarded as "great" at the box office, even the best performing "Death Poetry Club." It is only 95 million US dollars, and it is Robin Williams, not Hugo, who bears the heavy responsibility for the box office. And the subsequent three consecutive box office commercial blockbusters failed miserably, which verified the fact that Hugo has acting skills but no box office appeal.

Last year’s two works, "Scenting the Fragrance of "Women" and "Yihai Xiongfeng" both achieved very good box office results." Yihai Xiongfeng" won US$170 million with eight consecutive championships. Calling the annual surprise, this is actually Hugo's credit, which is why the media are willing to call Hugo among the first-line.

But Hugo's so-called box office appeal is only these two works, and it is not trustworthy at all. Therefore, Hugo naturally has no qualifications to be divided. At present, the actors in Hollywood who are eligible to be divided can be counted with two hands, and there is definitely no place for Hugo.

Joseph has a headache for this, but this is his responsibility, and after experiencing so many things, Joseph knows that as an agent he can give Hugo the best support. Therefore, even though the task was arduous, Joseph and the film's producer Gary Foster (gary.) had an arduous negotiation. In fact, Gary is not a big-name producer in Hollywood. This is in line with the background of "Sleepless in Seattle" which is not favored by the industry. In Gary's list of works, the 1986 "Thunderbolt No. 5" (.) "It was his first work as an executive producer. The film invested less than 10 million U.S. dollars but achieved a box office of 40 million. It was a huge success, so a sequel was born two years later. Unfortunately, the sequel was broken, earning only 21 million U.S. dollars.

After that, Gary made two more films, none of which was outstanding. It can be said that Gary is the unknown person among the producers. But Joseph will never underestimate Gary, because any producer is a ‘pretty’ vampire, and they will never let go of their interests easily.

"Gary, you must show enough sincerity." Joseph and Gary have been deadlocked here for nearly twenty minutes, and Joseph had to resort to a killer trick." You know, Hugo is really willing to appear in this work. And for a sincere and capable actor like Hugo, I think Nora has been looking for a long time, a long time......,,

In fact, Joseph is hinting: Except for Hugo, other actors seem to be reluctant to take over "Sleepless in Seattle." You should not be picky anymore.

Gary chuckled. "I think I'm sincere enough. You know, Hugo doesn't have so many scripts to choose from recently." As for Hugo's situation, everyone in the circle should have a good understanding of Hugo's situation. , Gary is no exception.

"But Hugo and I can continue to wait, you know we can afford to wait, for example, after the Oscars." Joseph was reminding Gary that Hugo won double nominations at the Golden Globes, although Hugo did not win the Oscars. Nominated, but "Smell the Fragrance and Know the "Female" and "Yihai Xiongfeng" are both Oscar hot "doors". As long as the work wins the award, Hugo's reputation will still rise. After Joseph finished speaking, he saw what Gary wanted to say, but he interrupted the other person first." I know what you are going to say again, so I think we are stuck here, looping and looping again? So sure, Hugo will not give up this opportunity?"

In fact, they have repeated this conversation just now twice, and both sides are going in circles. So Joseph decided to preemptively.

Gary looked at Joseph in front of him. It was difficult for him to find the ‘hole’ in Joseph’s expression, so he didn’t know how true Joseph’s words were. However, Gary was unwilling to bow his head. It is now when he is competing for momentum. Whoever bows first loses the first opportunity. This first opportunity is a budget of several million US dollars. The total cost of Gary is only 20 million. , He doesn't squander freely.

However, Joseph didn’t intend Gary to lower his head first, so he gave Gary a step.” I said to Nora that eight million dollars is not necessary at all, and Hugo did not have this idea, so why don’t you guys Show me a little sincerity? For example, tell me a more realistic number, instead of holding my arms tight and waiting for me to step back again."

The remuneration proposed by Gary just now is 3 million, which is naturally unacceptable to Joseph. A year ago, Joseph took the "Yihai Xiongfeng" for Hugo with 3 million US dollars. That was the situation a year ago. Down; Although Hugo is in the midst of a storm of suspicion of big names, the remuneration can’t stand still at all. Therefore, Joseph also chose to be tough. Gary squinted his eyes slightly and looked at Joseph carefully. The person in front of him was very different from the news he had inquired. Today's Joseph is stronger and more'smart' than he expected. Gary is quite a bit. Caught off guard.

Just as Gary was thinking about how to consider the offer, Joseph spoke again, "I understand the difficulties of the crew, and I also understand Hugo’s situation. We might as well take a step back and show our sincerity." This is Joseph showing weakness. Now, as Gary expected, Joseph bowed his head first, which made Gary’s heart happy, and then he heard Joseph continue to say, "Let’s do it, six million pieces. What do you think?" Gary couldn’t. Don’t admit it, Joseph’s offer is indeed very sincere. It was also the quotation made by Hugo when he played "Hudson's Eagle" before, and it is also in line with Hugo’s current real value. There is nothing excessive. If the circle knows With Joseph's offer, no one would say that the Hugo Lion spoke a lot.

But the problem is that Gary’s budget is still not in this position. Considering the pay of the protagonist Meg Ryan, Gary must press down again, "four million." Pulling down a lot, he didn't feel any guilt about it, because this was his duty. In Gary's view, this price is a lot higher than the initial three million!

Joseph shook his head and smiled at Gary. "If you don't want to express enough sincerity, then I think today's negotiation will stop here, and there is no need to make everyone more unhappy." After that, Joseph stood up directly and stretched out his right hand.

Gary was speculating whether Joseph really gave up on retreating, but his qualifications were still not as good as those old foxes. It was difficult for him to make an accurate judgment, so as a last resort, he also stood up. , Said a little eagerly, "4.5 million." Then try to slow down your tone, don’t appear too anxious, but unfortunately the effect is not very obvious." Joseph, this is our greatest sincerity. , You must be considerate of the crew."

"Gary, if this is your so-called sincerity, I will express Hugo's apologies to Nora." Joseph shook his head. It is absolutely impossible for him to agree with this number. After speaking, Joseph was really ready to turn around and leave.

Gary stood in place, the ‘yin’ is uncertain. In fact, the film crew set a salary for Hugo of 4.5 million, but the upper limit is 5 million. Gary is still hesitating whether to show his final trump card. But the problem is that even if he shows his hole cards now, it seems that Joseph would not agree, because there is still a big distance between six million, and five and five million will have a chance.

"Joseph, you must understand that there is really no alternative to the situation of the crew." Gary said softly, but he was a little bit eager. Joseph turned his back to Gary, and he smiled slightly. Neither he nor Gary were the top old foxes. In this battle, both of them were cautious. Now it seems that he has finally taken possession of the little fox. The small advantage made Gary'exposed' flaws. But Joseph quickly reduced his smile. He knew that the next fatal blow was coming.

So Joseph turned around calmly, thinking with a heavy look on his face," Gary, I know these things, we have talked a lot before. But you also know Hugo's situation, he deserves better. "Joseph explained embarrassingly, and then he "groaned" without speaking, as if he was engaged in a fierce ideological struggle.

Gary had already reached the "five million" and was stuck abruptly. He was waiting for Joseph's next words.

Sure enough, Joseph spoke, "Well, if you agree to give Hugo 20% of the box office, then the salary can be reduced to three million."

The box office split is the most realistic result after Joseph's thoughts. It does not affect the reputation and value of Hugo, and at the same time can obtain sufficient returns. The only worry is whether ~www.readwn.com~Seattle Sleepless" is worth it. So. Joseph and Hugo discussed it. Unexpectedly, Hugo agreed with one bite. It can be seen that everyone was skeptical about "Sleepless in Seattle", but Hugo firmly believed that this movie could be a success. .

Therefore, Joseph worked out the final answer in his heart. Either the salary is five and a half million U.S. dollars, and the minimum can be barely five million U.S. dollars; or it is three million plus 20% of the box office dividend.

"By the way, there is no minimum box office limit." Joseph added.

Generally speaking, box office dividends will set a lower limit. For example, actors can only participate in dividends after the box office has passed the 100 million threshold. This is also to stimulate the enthusiasm of the actors. Otherwise, the original movie will lose money. To pay dividends to the actors, the production company will suffer a serious loss.

However, Joseph was still worried about the box office of "Seattle Sleepless" in his heart, and he did not have full confidence in the box office of this movie over 100 million ‘threshold’, so he added this clause. In this way, Hugo's salary will eventually be calculated at least higher than "Yihai Xiongfeng".

Of course, relatively speaking, Hugo has to bear the box office risk of the movie "Sleepless in Seattle", but the question is, does Hugo have the ability to take risks?