In any case, bragging was not taxing. Moreover, if it could really replicate the success of the Thor series and the Reunion, this valuation was not ridiculous. In fact, it was even seriously underestimated.
However, the copyright and some of the leading actors would definitely be in Wu Haoshen's hands. He would not give up such a project.
"What is the minimum investment for the first film?”
"If you're willing to give up the box office dividends, you should be able to film it for 130 million USD. If you're confident in the box office, I suggest you take out 50 million USD as a remuneration. After all, you both know Brother Jie and Big Brother.”
Wu Haoshen didn't need to remind them of this. Third Master and the others knew this. However, they also knew the terrifying appeal of these two martial arts superstars co-starring in a movie. Even if they randomly shot it, the global box office would at least be 200 million US dollars. If it was calculated based on box office dividends, the risk was not high.
After a group of people finished smoking cigars, they were also talking about Wu Haoshen's modified Journey to the West, Legend of the Great Sage. This was definitely an invincible brain hole that far surpassed this era, especially for the mainland, which had not experienced the devastation of Marvel. It was even more shocking.
Bai Zao and Li Qin were now worshipping Wu Haoshen to death. This man was really too talented. He could casually create a classic that shocked the entire industry and even the entire world. To him, it was just a matter of words. No wonder he was known as a genius director who appeared once in 30 years.
As expected, the world of geniuses was different from that of mortals. They were not on the same thinking point at all. However, one had to admire the brains of these geniuses. Any random idea could really overturn the entire industry.
Wang Zhongjun was also rejoicing. Otherwise, when Wu Haoshen established his own sect or formed a partnership with others, he would definitely be the most terrifying enemy.
Although he wasn't sure if this project would succeed, if it did, it would be able to support any of the six Hollywood superseries. Just as Wu Haoshen had said, this was the Star Wars of the Chinese entertainment industry.
"Alright, that's all for today. I don't know the time, so I'll go back and rest first. A screenwriter needs a lot of brain cells to create.
Third Master, Chairman Wang, you guys should think about it carefully. I will definitely invest in Emperor later. In fact, I can only give up 35%, so it's not that big of a risk for you guys.”
Wu Haoshen definitely wouldn't give up the copyright. He would rather have the copyright, the screenwriter, and the director get a bonus for the first film than use the copyright to directly invest in it. After the first film was successful, he would tell them what it meant to show off.
Wu Haoshen's kind reminder made Third Master realize that he would only give them 35% of the money. They were mainly going to invest, which was a little sad, but what Wu Haoshen said made sense.
The investment for this project was huge, and it was not only the Mainland that participated in it. It was definitely inseparable from the team and technical support from Xiangjiang. Therefore, such multi-party cooperation was actually reasonable.
Wang Zhongjun immediately asked Wu Haoshen,""How much do we have to invest in that 35%?”
"500 million yuan is the bottom line, but I can guarantee that you will get back your capital first, mainly in terms of profit.
If the movie sold well, this movie alone will be more than all of you combined in a few years. This is the charm of blockbusters.”
When he heard that there was a guarantee that he would get back his capital, wasn't that almost risk-free?
Chen Long and Li Lianjie, not to mention the other celebrities, could sell more than 200 million dollars for their movies. Especially the disc market and movie copyright, they were making crazy money.
"No problem, I'll make the decision. We'll invest this money in China Power.”
Wang Zhongjun was about to stop him, but before he could, he asked the question that Wu Haoshen had been avoiding,""Then what about the copyrights to the Great Sage's Legacy?”
"Of course it's mine. If it's not me who's creating it, do you think it's going to depend on those good-for-nothings under you?
I'm the scriptwriter, the director, the casting, and the preparation. Including my copyright and all the connections in the middle, it's not too much for me to take 8% of the movie copyright, right?
Since Big Brother and Brother Jie were not paid, it was reasonable to give them 5% of the global box office. Otherwise, everyone would have to fork out more money, and the risk would be much higher. The profit from the copyright of the movie was the key, and the box office was only a part of it. This could enter Europe, America, Japan, and Korea.”
Third Master Han nodded his head vigorously while Wang Zhongjun looked regretful. If he had known earlier, he wouldn't have tricked Third Master Han to come over. Now, the most important copyright was kept by Wu Haoshen. He was really smart and slippery.
Wu Haoshen didn't mention anything about the matchless box office. He believed that Third Master would handle it well. If he couldn't break all the box office records in the mainland, the influence of " Legend of the Great Sage " would naturally be much worse.
With two martial arts superstars and a talented director who had just set a new box office record, how could the audience not rush into the cinema like crazy?
After the discussion, everyone left happily.
Naturally, Li Qin hurriedly followed behind Wu Haoshen and left. She didn't dare to stay any longer. She never dreamed that Li Xiaowan, her godmother, would leave immediately after sending her here.
After getting into the car, Wu Haoshen looked at Li Qin and asked,""This is the second time. Why do I have to meet you in this kind of situation every time? Have you not suffered enough or do you like to use this kind of method to fight for your position?”
"No, I didn't want to come. My godmother lied to me and said that she wanted to thank you in person. In the end, she left me there alone.”
Seeing that the little girl was about to cry, Wu Haoshen lifted her face and wiped her tears with his thumb."In that case, why bother with her? Why don't you be my goddaughter? It seemed that I had never taken my goddaughter before.”
"What? I'll be your goddaughter, Brother Shen? This was probably not appropriate, right? You're not even a round older than me!"
Bai Tu was truly defeated by Li Qin's innocence. This was a rare opportunity. If Wu Haoshen was willing to accept her as his goddaughter, even if they were only four or five years apart, she would still happily agree. Only a fool would refuse.
"This is very normal. Godfather and Goddaughter look at the difference in status, not age. I know Li Xiaowan. She's a famous brothel madame in the industry. Why bother with her?”
"But I have an appointment with Qian…She has an agent, and now I'm the young Xue Baochai. She's the main character of the movie.”
"You know Bai Mang, right? She's still the adult version of Xue Baochai, a genuine second female lead. If you sign a contract with me now, you can just quit. Do as you please. If you're not willing to acknowledge me as your godfather, then I'll send you back to the production team now.”
Of course, Li Qin couldn't refuse. She chose to let Wu Haoshen send her back to the production team. With her heartless godmother's character, she would sell her for a good price sooner or later. In the past, she didn't understand why her senior sisters chose to leave after becoming famous. Now, she really understood.
"Godfather…then I'll really call you Godfather from now on.”
"Yes, that's how it should be. When we get back to the hotel later, I'll get Xue to help you settle your previous management contract. From now on, you'll be my artistes. Xue will be your manager. Oh, Xue is Li Xue, Li Xinxin's sister.”
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