Chapter 655： Disney's oldest princess

Another year is coming to an end. In the past twelve months, the world situation has been turbulent, many of which are closely connected with Hollywood.

The federal government finally settled Afghanistan and Iraq temporarily. Iran jumped out again and launched a public opinion war against the American culture represented by Hollywood. Although Iran was finally disgraced, they restarted the nuclear test, which caused further turmoil in the Middle East. disturbed.

The cause of everything is because of a movie, the political influence of "Argo" far exceeds Ryan's expectations.

He did not expect that the nerves of the Iranian government should be so sensitive. Think about the universe's first military power that has been infinitely discredited by Hollywood. No matter what remarks made here, those fat guys are always standing still.

Of course, if anyone irritates them, they will go to beat the largest country in the universe. This trick can be described as a time-tested trick.

No matter who provokes me, I will beat the people in the south. This is the best villain in the movie.

After Christmas, "Argo" was released from the last 15 theaters and ended its screening in North America.

Thanks to the Iranians’ cheering, the movie’s final North American box office reached 215.05 million U.S. dollars. Together with the overseas regions that have already been screened, the global box office is infinitely close to 350 million U.S. dollars.

However, most of the overseas regions where the film can be released have been released. Countries that have not yet released it will basically not introduce this kind of extremely politically strong film, and the final box office will be the same.

However, with a total investment of more than 60 million US dollars, the global box office of more than 300 million US dollars was returned, which is definitely a typical example of small costs and high returns.

After excluding a series of cast and crew fees, including the US$20 million in box office shares paid to Ryan, Disney will still have a profit of about US$40 million in the box office. In recent years, it is true. It's rare.

If this is not a specific theme, Disney wants to make a sequel.

Maybe when Antonio Mendez’s other memoirs come out, we can continue to cooperate?

Sitting in an office chair, Ryan read the latest release report of "Argo". Still doing this kind of consideration.

Of course, the biggest profit point of this film is still around. Ryan temporarily suppressed the TV and DVD copyrights of "Argo", and everything will be discussed after the Oscars ceremony more than two months later.

Disney is actively involved in public relations for this film. Judging from the current situation, the possibility of getting the best film is very high.

You know, the Iranian government lost its face in the battle of public opinion, and almost pointed to Hollywood’s nose at the back, scolding Hollywood as a running dog spreading the idea of ​​Great American imperialism. The federal government also has two aircraft carrier battle groups parked in the Persian Gulf. Politics has never been able to get rid of the relationship Oscar will make, in fact, there is no need to think about it.

If there is an Iranian film that reflects social reality and participates in the Oscar competition, it will definitely win the best foreign language film, the Golden Man.

Although after the Iranian government attacked Ryan, the media under its banner tried their best to discredit the Iranian government, but Ryan has never made any cross-line remarks in public. In his current position, some words cannot be easily said.

What's more, there is George Clooney as the director. He is very smart and understands what to do to increase the weight of his nomination for best director. While holding the young and beautiful female lawyer, she attacked the Iranian government for interfering in Hollywood's creative freedom.

Freedom, in this country, there is no more popular slogan than this word.

After pressing the communicator and asking the secretary to deliver a new cup of coffee, Ryan turned his attention to other Disney projects.

Disney's new fairy tale project "Magic Romance" aroused his interest a little. Because the actor who played the **** princess is over thirty years old, this is definitely the oldest princess in Walt Disney's history.

However, after seeing the actor's name, Ryan canceled his intention to intervene. Amy Adams was born with a baby face. As long as she puts on her makeup and plays the role of a princess under twenty years old, it is not a problem.

Speaking of. The actress's famous work "Cat and Mouse Game" was advanced by herself, perhaps this is also an alternative compensation.

Later, he saw a proposal for Disney's trial production of a 3D movie.

This is a suggestion from the management department of Disney Pictures. I hope Disney, like Warner, will start work in this area as soon as possible.

Ryan had already planned on this matter. "Jurassic Park 3" will be produced with 3D technology, allowing the dinosaurs to shock the world once again. The screenwriting team has already been writing the script. The story is not important, and the focus of the movie is the dinosaurs.

When the Tyrannosaurus and Velociraptor opened their mouths and bite in front of the audience, that kind of shock is simply a big killer in this era.

This year’s Christmas file, the 3D animation feature film "Polar Express" shot by Robert Zemeckis, from the character to the storyline, almost all complained by the audience, but there are still many people queuing to buy tickets, just because of that few. 3d cinema.

The 3D effect shown in the film was criticized by professional film critics as a new behavior for businesses to make money, but the audience was full of praise. This is not the era when 3d gradually became popular. The few 3d movies in the past are mostly fake 3d reproduced later. , Such as "Polar Express" such an absolutely excellent 3D effect, the whole world nowadays is very rare.

The most direct effect of this film is to drive the enthusiasm of Hollywood's major production companies for 3d.

Because Ryan and James Cameron hold most of the new 3d and imax patents, Disney naturally wants to maximize this advantage.

As long as the later stages of "The Hunger Games" are completed, Catherine Kennedy will be transferred to the preparation of "Jurassic Park 3", and Ryan now considers the most about whether "Transformers" should be 3D.

After thinking about it for a few seconds, Ryan shook his head, or waited until after talking with Michael Bay before making a decision.

Unlike other media groups, the film industry is the core industry of Walt Disney. Most of its businesses, even including amusement parks and TV stations, are based on outstanding film and television works. Those projects that can drive peripheral products are the key productions of Disney. s work.

For example, the global box office of "The Superman Family" exceeded 600 million US dollars, and the box office only recovered the cost. In the peripheral area, in just over half a year, Disney's net profit was as high as 145 million US dollars. It doesn't count the advertising fees that you receive when the film is broadcast on Disney TV.

This is much worse than the "Harry Potter" series.

"Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" was released for one month, and the North American box office successfully exceeded 250 million U.S. dollars. During this period, the sales of peripheral products were close to 300 million U.S. dollars, which is equivalent to every U.S. dollar. Everyone has paid a dollar for the peripheral products of the film.

Of course, looking at the history of Hollywood, peripheral products that can be compared with the "Harry Potter" series in terms of profitability are actually the "Star Wars" series.

Before lunch, Ryan left the Disney headquarters building, rushed back to Beverly Hills, and went directly to Wilshire Boulevard where commercial buildings are concentrated. There are countless top department stores on this street, and nearby Beverly shopping. The center is also a favorite of many celebrities. There are nearly 180 specialty stores in the center.

Among them, the one that has just been set up is the ‘ct’ fashion brand belonging to Charlize.

South Africa Diamonds followed the advice of the business team. The brand's foothold will not be luxury goods, nor does it have that heritage. The target consumer group is relatively civilian. In other words, it is the most important middle-class population in the United States.

"I said, you are actually the best choice to be your own endorsement."

The store has not yet opened. Ryan is standing in the middle of the store with his arms folded. Opposite is a large poster of Taylor and Charlize wearing jeans. The straight jeans set off their slender legs almost perfectly.

"But at this stage, Alison is more attractive." Charlize stared at Taylor on the poster and said, "Adolescents all over the United States are going crazy for her."

"You know, Ryan," she said again, "Alison just attended the ribbon cutting of the New York flagship store, and the stock that day was almost sold out by crazy young people."

"How much endorsement fee did she charge?" Ryan laughed.

"We haven't talked about it in detail." Charlize shrugged and said indifferently, "but she said that you want 10% of your shares."

"Let's do it." Ryan thought for a while, "After she returns from the promotion, I will transfer the shares in my hands to you."

He shook his finger and interrupted Charlize's refusing to say, "Dear, you know, I don't have the time, and I don't have so much energy to invest in it, you need enough equity to attract talent."

If a newly established fashion company wants to grow, it is impossible without sufficient investment and excellent team operation.

"Okay It's time for lunch." Ryan looked at his watch and pulled Charlize. "Nothing is more important than the body."

"Will you treat me?" Charlize turned to look at him.

"no problem."

After Charlize confessed a few words to the person in charge of the store, Ryan took her out and said, "When I get home, I will cook myself."

"Forget it."

When he walked to Ryan, Charlize showed a terrifying expression, "It's better to order a takeaway."

Going down to the parking lot through the elevator, Ryan started the car and drove Charlize to the manor. The takeaway was not required. When he left Disney, he informed Lisa to let the manor chef prepare lunch.

"Do you want to go back to South Africa after the New Year?" After turning off the busy Wilshire Boulevard, Ryan drove faster, Charlize slightly adjusted his seat belt and said, "Yes, mom wants to go home to see. I also want to bring the company's products to South Africa, and also participate in an event of the 2010 World Cup Organizing Committee." ()