Chapter 64： The situation has not collapsed

In the reception room of the luxurious suite, Ronan received Hassan and his group of five people.

"This script is very interesting." Hassan was clearly the leader, and said, "It's much more interesting than the story of the "Human Removal Project."

Ronan tells the truth: “But it’s more expensive to shoot the desired effect.”

Hussein answered: "We believe in Mr. Anderson's ability."

"You have read the plan and the script. I am highlighting a few points." Ronan continued to maintain his consistent image: "The director of this film is James Huang, who is also the director of the "Human Removal Project". An excellent one. The director of is very important to the film, and some of you must also understand this."

Aziz said first: "Does this have a higher chance of success?"

Ronan smiled and said, "It is true." He added: "In addition, this film is more expensive than the "Human Removal Project", it takes longer to shoot, and it takes a long time to pay back.

Hassan nodded slightly: "We understand."

"That's good." Ronan pointed to the plan: "Apart from these, you have any questions, just ask."

Hassan asked several people with his eyes, and said with a smile: "This plan is very detailed, let's talk about the investment link."

Ronan certainly would not object: "Yes."

Hasan said: "The five of us jointly invested 8 million US dollars to invest in the "Reaper Is Coming" project. The terms of return on investment are consistent with the "Human Removal Plan" contract. A legal dispute arises. The long time should not exceed three years. You must settle the project income and you need to settle the investment income with us immediately."

He emphasized one more point: "Like the film tonight, our names and avatars should be shown in the prologue of the film."

Ronan thought for a moment, and said, "No problem." He smiled and said, "I have a request too."

Hassan nodded: "Please speak."

Because I don’t understand the Hollywood model, the other party’s request is not too much. Ronan just said: "You must not interfere with film production, distribution and various operations. I need professional people to do professional things."

Hearing this, Hassan laughed, Ronan Anderson is still the honest Yankee.

"I can guarantee this." He said, "We believe in Mr. Anderson's professionalism."

The two parties reached an agreement on the main terms. There will be no more problems with this investment cooperation. The rest are details. Ronan can leave it to Robert to discuss later.

Two days later, the two parties signed a contract smoothly, and Ronan also got the first investment of the second trip to Abu Dhabi.

During 　　, he devoted time to carefully read the script called "Arabian Life".

This script is aimed at ordinary people in the UAE. Although there are many contents that show the wealth of Abu Dhabi, the theme is inclined to show the dark side of society.

how to say? This is a realistic book.

is very in line with the normal situation of human society. As long as people with a little clear head know that no country or society has only a good side.

In addition, with Ronan’s eyes, it is not difficult to judge that this is a movie that is heavily literary.

Once a literary and artistic movie is made, the focus will often fall on the dark side.

Then, the financing will be held on time.

The five-person team headed by Hasan was also gladly invited and appeared at the financing meeting held by Shahai Entertainment for "The God of Death".

"Human Removal Project" is being screened in Abu Dhabi. Project investors have been rewarded, recommended by the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, and the famous leader of the party, Saleh, said that this financing will be much smoother than the first time. .

It was like the first financing meeting. It took three days. Excluding the funds from the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, only US$3 million was actually raised.

With the foundation for success, it will be much easier to raise funds again. In this financing meeting, the intention was reached to invest US$12 million, and the actual contract was to raise US$7 million.

In this way, the "Reaper Is Coming" project raised 15 million US dollars. Although it is a bit far from the ideal state of 20 million US dollars, the news brought by Saleh, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority basically approved the "Ace The investment of "Special Agent" may be around US$25 million.

The "Ace Agent" project can be said to be an important reason for the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority to continue to support Shahai Entertainment.

It is impossible for Ronan to give up this project with a very limited audience, not only because "Reaper is coming" is short of $5 million from the ideal budget, but also related to Shahai Entertainment's acquisition of the distribution company's funds.

Even if it’s only the late 1990s, the U.S. dollar is still strong, but issuing companies with a slightly more sophisticated distribution channels can’t even get it without tens of millions of dollars.

If you can buy companies with well-established distribution channels for a few million dollars, or easily establish distribution channels, there will not be so many production companies willing to endure the high commissions of distribution companies.

Like in the early nineties, many films including "Terminator 2" produced by the famous Carlock Pictures were all released by other companies.

is similar to Olean, the producer of "The Silent Lamb".

Although he did not formally contact the Embassy Pictures, Ronan is determined to solve the issue of distribution.

just can bring more investment back from Abu Dhabi.

After the financing meeting, the agreement was signed with the investors, and the investment from the Investment Bureau has not been approved yet.

Ronan accepted Mansour’s invitation to attend a small meeting and brought suggestions for the script of "Life in Arabia".

He is still fighting for the investment of the Investment Bureau. Mansour has formally consulted his opinion, and of course he must take it seriously.

"This script was given to Mansour by a Frenchman."

Walking up the corridor of the building, Ronan told Robert what he had inquired from Saleh: "The news of the financing of the "Human Investment Project" has gradually spread. It is not only us who are eyeing Abu Dhabi. "

Robert has a headache: "There are too many people here, so it's easy to make mistakes."

Ronan nodded slightly, and said in a low voice: "After this time, Abu Dhabi will pause here. You can't wait until something really goes wrong."

Maybe it’s okay once, and it’s okay twice, or even three times. It’s not going to be smooth if it’s too many times. Now the information between the two sides is not equal. Abu Dhabi doesn’t know Hollywood, but they can’t never know .

Robert has said several times that filmmaking is not as good as professional financing, but can control the greed in his heart. Then he said: "Now he is just a Frenchman. Once he succeeds in financing, the British, Italians and Germans may be Followed over Ronan was very satisfied and said, “It’s time for us to change our goal. "

Shahai Entertainment is in its infancy and requires a large amount of funds. The company has limited liquidity and can only find a way to borrow chickens to lay eggs.

Besides, film is a high-risk investment after all. Isn't it stupid that the company uses its own money to make films at the initial stage?

and other companies have sufficient funds and strong ability to resist risks, and then self-investing and selfies can become one of the many choices.

Robert reminded: "When these two projects settle funds, we don't have to come in person again, and international settlement is not too troublesome."

Obviously, he was worried that something went wrong and he could not go back.

After all, this is Abu Dhabi, not Los Angeles.

"Don't worry." Ronan patted his arm: "The situation hasn't collapsed yet."

Robert couldn't help but shook his head and smiled: Indeed, it is still far from the crash.

The two came near the entrance of the meeting room, and a middle-aged man in a suit suddenly walked over.

Ronan glanced at him, this man seemed to be a mixed-race, with some characteristics of Arab appearance.

"Are you Ronan Anderson from Shahai Entertainment?" The English accent of this person is a bit strange.

Ronan could hear that this man with a French accent said, "I am. Excuse me..."

Before I finished speaking, French English sounded again: "Didn't you raise 15 million US dollars? Don't leave? You can't be too greedy!"

Ronan was inexplicable first, and then thought of who this person is.

I probably heard a sound outside the door. Someone opened the door of the conference room. A thin man walked out and said with a smile, "Mr. Anderson, Mr. Fontaine, you are all here, please come in."