Chapter 987： Take the opportunity to hype

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Hearing this word, Hugo couldn't help thinking about it. Although Hugo didn't know much about running a company, he had already gotten a glimpse of some of the rules of Hollywood games. In addition to money, contacts and transactions are also part of this circle. Whether you like it or not, whether you accept it or not, standing in this circle, there is no way to be alone. Actively cooperating with transactions or passively forcing transactions are objective.

From Cameron’s words and Hugo’s own thoughts, we can see how far-reaching the impact of the 20 million salary this time is. Now Joseph says, this is a deal. So, who is hiding behind? Who is it that promotes it?

Joseph then gave a simple explanation, but he answered all the questions for Hugo.

To be precise, this transaction should be from the beginning. After Hugo participated in the private banquet, although the paparazzi continued to hype, they actually failed to dig into the real inside story.

In the next big game of chess, they organized this private banquet, but they did not deliberately conceal the news, which made people feel the enthusiasm of the restart of the "007" series for the first time. At the banquet, they obviously failed to persuade Hugo to play. This is a pity, but it is not fatal, because Hugo was not their best choice.

At the banquet, Rick was definitely not just chatting like Hugo. His chats were all purposeful. Soon, Rick got on line with the high-level staff, at least leaving an impression.

Afterwards, Rick inquired that there were back players after the banquet. They were planning to use Hugo’s high popularity to make hype. Although Hugo refused, Barbara Brockori didn’t say anything during the whole conversation. , Hugo did not explicitly refuse, and nothing was put on the table. Therefore, MGM intends to "ignore" Hugo's refusal, offer 20 million U.S. dollars in salary and global box office dividends, invite Hugo to star in, and sign three movies.

Once this news comes out, it will be explosive. Whether it is played by Hugo or 20 million dollars in salary, this will make the "007" series immediately become the focus of major media.

Next, if Hugo accepts the invitation and is determined to star in, then they can negotiate with Hugo about the salary, even if it is 20 million US dollars, it is still acceptable to them, because they really want to make a comeback through this "007" series. ; If Hugo refuses the invitation, the hype effect has reached its peak, and they can also use Hugo's refusal to make a second hype, and then announce the real actor candidates.

By then, they can definitely be invincible. After the "007" series started, they also arranged a series of publicity plans, intending to make a desperate move in this movie.

Therefore, inviting Hugo to attend the banquet is actually just an introduction, and the plans surrounding Hugo are endless.

This is something Hugo has no way to refuse, because the banquet is Steven’s invitation or as a host. He will certainly not offend these two bigwigs-whether it is for Endeavour Elite Brokerage Company or private with Steven friendship.

And the news after that took the absolute initiative. Any response of Hugo was expected by them, even if Hugo directly tore his face and said that the news at the banquet that night-or that he refused the invitation, there is no problem. . MGM is still able to cope, and they are fully prepared. What's more, with Hugo's personality, he might not tear his face, because tearing his face with MGM is not good, not to mention, it will also affect his friendship with Steven and George.

It can be seen that Hugo is a chess piece and has become an important part of this chess game. This old fox is really superb.

However, Rick also, he will certainly not wait and let him use his artists to make hype. He is an agent and an agent whose interests are first. Since the hype is imperative, and Ali also thinks this is an agent. A wonderful opportunity, then all he can do is to let Hugo's-or to maximize the benefits of Endeavour's elite brokerage company.

Therefore, when the offer was really made, Rick unexpectedly expressed a positive intention, but Rick also said that he had the sincerity of cooperation, but it takes some time to convince Hugo, especially Hugo is now in Vienna. , The persuasion process is certainly not so easy.

This is overjoyed. If Hugo can nod and agree, this will naturally be the best result, and the hype effect will be maximized. So after MGM’s internal discussions, they agreed, and then issued a payment of 20 million U.S. dollars, and handed the check to Rick. As long as Hugo is willing to sign the contract, the payment can be cashed immediately.

Then, under Rick's signal, the "Los Angeles Times" broke the news directly. Naturally, they didn't stop, even if Rick didn't break the news, they still had to contact the media. MGM not only did not stop it, but contacted a large wave of media to directly stir up the news. In an instant, the entire United States knew that Hollywood was about to enter the era of 20 million film rewards.

But then, it was found that something was wrong, because less than three days later, the "Los Angeles Times" broke the news again, and Ron Meyer decided to invite Hugo to star in the movie "Future Water World", and he also offered $20 million. The pay, this check also appeared on Rick's desk, as long as Hugo nodded, he could sign at any time.

In an instant, the whole of Los Angeles was boiling. If there is only one "007", it may be a good show made by Rick and together, but now one more is added, and since the end of last year, it was said that it was willing to pay a thousand dollars. Five million invited Hugo's "Future Water World", and the authenticity of the news rose in an instant.

No one will forget that Lang was once Hugo's first agent, who brought Hugo to the audience. In order to regain its brilliance, Lang used a budget of 150 million yuan to shoot "Future Water World", which originally caused a sensation in the entire film industry, but now he has released another 20 million dollars in remuneration, which is naturally full of excitement.

If you don't know what's behind it at this time, then they would be fools. Obviously, Rick played them together, MGM used Hugo, but Rick also used MGM in turn. Obviously, Rick used his personal friendship with Lang to invite to join this hype. In fact, everyone in the circle knows that the "Future Water World" has been rejected by Hugo. Currently Universal Pictures is in talks, but now there are two The news that you must invite Hugo is naturally very sensational.

Now, everyone is focusing on Hugo, but because Hugo is in remote Vienna, across the Atlantic Ocean, the media has to focus on the Endeavour Elite Brokerage Company: this company has only been established. The medium-sized brokerage company for half a year has the ability to get two invitations for Hugo with a salary of 20 million yuan. This ability is expected by many people. Even the most powerful innovative artist brokerage company currently does not have this ability. Courage.

Therefore, naturally, Endeavour Elite Brokerage Company has become the focus of discussion in the industry, and their methods and capabilities can be seen in this news.

Of course, those who understand that they have suffered a dark loss will certainly not wait and die. They will certainly use this hype; and naturally they will not be used in vain. They will also move in and out to try to use this hype to get the best results.

So, in fact, there is no such thing as Hugo's 20 million signing of a certain work. It's just a hype. The hype about "007", the hype about the "future water world", Rick's hype about endeavoring elite brokerage company, two uncashable checks of 20 million US dollars, made this news wave from the United States to the other side of the Atlantic, making the entire film industry upside down. , All practitioners are actively discussing.

Hugo, this chess piece, looks like an outsider instead. He didn't even know the earth-shaking situation in Los Angeles, this feeling was really...somewhat weird.

"Rick knew that you would not agree to these two contracts, and the hype didn't need to disturb you, so he didn't tell you. He will handle these matters alone in Los Angeles." Joseph concluded simply, "Rick I greeted me, asked for my opinion, and also said that if a reporter breaks into Vienna, I hope I can control the situation."

Hugo nodded his chin, but did not speak. Joseph thought that Hugo would mind this matter In fact, both Rick and I think it is better to let you know about this matter, after all, you are the party involved. However, your condition is not very good these days, so I didn't tell you the first time, sorry. "

Putting it on anyone, if you have been "utilized" without knowing it, you will definitely not be in a good mood. Especially Hugo, he has always disliked hype, so Joseph and Rick's concerns are justified.

When Hugo heard it, his first reaction was a bit unpleasant, but he seriously thought about it. If such a big company deliberately wants to use him to hype, this is irresistible, even if he is unwilling to cooperate, Michael May will also be fully prepared. Therefore, Rick has tried his best to reduce the negative impact of this matter.

"No, I'm fine." Hugo chuckled and said, "Furthermore, what Ali said is right. I am also a partner of Endeavour Elite Brokerage Company. I naturally hope that the company can develop well. So, this is also the case. One of my obligations." After all, Hugo's funds didn't fall from the sky. He invested in Endeavour's elite brokerage company and hoped to get a return. "Also, this is an inevitable part of Hollywood, isn't it?"

Hugo's ease made Joseph a little relieved, "But, I'm more curious, did they really write a check for 20 million and put it on Rick's desk?".