Chapter 193： Cooperation ends

? "Very important work." Ronan looked very serious and serious: "Mary is in charge of the company's finances. George needs to oversee the daily affairs of Shahai Entertainment. He is also the production manager of the film crew of "The Bourne". In addition to you, I Don’t trust other people."

Robert focused heavily. From the situation where the company was facing bankruptcy and struggling, he knew that Ronan was the key, and Ronan had given them three good treatment and trust.

Therefore, this trip to establish overseas distribution channels, which lasted for nearly half a year, did not complain even if faced with numerous difficulties, and did not back down. Even in places that exclude the United States, such as Arabia and Africa, he also faced pressure with local theaters or agencies. The negotiation reached a cooperation agreement.

This long overseas job is also an exercise. Robert can feel that his ability in negotiation and business transactions has improved significantly.

Ronan found a thin document, pushed it to Robert, and said, "Look at it first."

Robert opened the file and looked at it seriously. It was full of the names of some works, including comics, biographies, and even toys.

Correspondingly, behind these names, there are companies to which they belong.

"This is..." Robert was a little surprised.

Ronan was calm, and said, "I have been inquiring about the copyrights of these films in the copyright bureau and the circle in the past few months. The copyrights of these films are still in the hands of their respective companies. Your next job is to represent Relativity Entertainment to buy their films. Copyright. Those I marked with a red pen are priority purchases."

Robert asked: "No one has touched these copyrights for the time being?"

"No." Ronan said directly: "In a broad sense, the current advantages of Hollywood film adaptations are unmatched by original films. This advantage will become more obvious in the future. Investment in commercial films continues to increase, which determines that there is no audience. Basic original movies are more risky."

From his previous life to his last year, there was no original non-sequel movie in Hollywood that had a box office of over 100 million in the first week of North America.

And among the North American box office and global box office top ten, original movies and non-sequels basically disappeared.

Even for top commercial directors like Christopher Nolan, the North American box office has just exceeded the cost line for several consecutive original films with an investment of about 150 million US dollars.

Ronan added: "You go to contact these companies and get the copyright of these movies as much as possible. I have already greeted the lawyer Dinah Ampton, and she will provide you with legal protection and services."

Robert knew that he was holding a heavy pressure, but he was confident that he could bear it.

"I will rest for three days first." Robert also gained confidence through this overseas trip: "After three days I will go to Rhode Island first."

Ronan finally reminded: "Pay attention to confidentiality."

The copyright of some works is always not interested in Hollywood when no one cares about it. When someone suddenly becomes interested, other companies will think, is it really valuable to adapt this thing into a movie?

Of course, as long as the confidentiality work is done well, many copyrights can be discussed quietly.

For example, Warner Bros. won the copyright of the "Harry Potter" series, and New Line Pictures integrated the copyright of the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy scattered everywhere, and they have not attracted much attention.

Since Ronan has the advantage of foresight, of course he wants to get the highest quality resources at the least possible price.

During the three days of rest, Robert Lee was not idle either. He made an itinerary plan to go to Rhode Island first and then to New York.

This schedule has no time, and no one can predict how long the copyright negotiations with those companies will last.

Ronan also ordered his assistant Connie that every issue of the New York Times bestseller list should be delivered to his desk as soon as possible.

Ang Lee has already appeared, Ronan will certainly not forget the story, and the name of Anne Plux is also on the list. This female writer currently lives in New York and is part of Robert's New York trip.

However, this type of film must wait a few more years.

Films that closely conform to social reality are deeply affected by the social environment. Now if they are filmed, in addition to the film rushing to the street, they will be drowned by surging public opinion.

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Warner Studios, post-production room for "Human Removal Project 2".

The very rough first edition clip is finished.

Ronan is still thinking about it. Director James Wong said: "At the beginning, the "Humanity Clear Project" was able to succeed, and the setting of the background was very important. Many people felt very strange about the massacre of freedom every day. The reason why the first one can be a dark horse."

Looking at Ronan, James Wong continued: "So, the second part completely retains the first part's setting, but the plot and scenes have been upgraded."

He is very confident: "From the first civilian resistance to private revenge. I think the change of this setting is very important. It can not only pull the perspective to the outdoor city streets, and let the audience see only the previous work. The street riot scenes that appeared on TV in China have been upgraded from the theme of resistance and self-help in the first film to the city battle royale. This allows the limitations of the story to be opened, and the chase plot will give the film a non-stop taste. ."

"Not bad." Ronan nodded in approval: "Although it is only the first edited version, I can feel it is more watchable than the first one."

As long as this film is successful, it will continue to be filmed later. Even Ronan once considered whether these horror films could be linked together?

For example, "Reaper is Coming" and "Fatal Turn"? Or add the horror series behind?

There will definitely be more horror films with relatively small investments in the future, and perhaps a few years later, people can be called to discuss this.

This kind of thing, if you work together, maybe you will think of a way.

After talking about work, James Wong suddenly talked about personal topics.

"Plans are being adjusted at any time." Director James Huang said to Ronan: "The shooting and post-production are going well and it is expected to be completed in August."

Ronan just came over from the editing room Jessica Felton, and said, "Very good, enough time for publicity operations."

James Wong smiled and said, "Ronan, after the post-production is complete, I will leave the crew."

The two parties have cooperated three times, and Ronan, a producer who is willing to delegate power appropriately, undoubtedly makes the director feel very comfortable, so he is ready to say hello to some things in advance: "I will enter a revolutionary film studio under Sony Entertainment in September. The crew."

Ronan had already heard about this incident, and still asked concerned: "As the director?"

"Yes." James Wong said simply: "A sci-fi action movie called "Universe Wanted". Glenn Morgan is the screenwriter."

Ronan nodded slightly and glanced at James Huang. In any case, the two sides cooperated three times and the cooperation was very happy. The first two times were successful, and the third time this sequel has a great chance of success.

He rarely persuaded him: "James, you have amazing talent and talent in horror movies, why not continue directing horror movies?"

James Huang Neng can hear Ronan’s good intentions, but it is inevitable to think of the sequel to "Reaper Is Coming". After all, Shahai Entertainment has put this sequel on the agenda and talked to him about continuing to serve as the director.

"I have reached a bottleneck in horror films." He smiled and said: "It is difficult to improve in a short time. It is better to try other types of films."

Ronan sighed secretly. Everyone had their own ambitions. Speaking of which, this was James Huang You's pursuit, and it was hard for others to say anything.

However, Ronan said sincerely: "James, if you want to return to horror movies in the future, I hope we can still have a chance to cooperate."

James Huang froze for a moment, and then said: "I also hope to cooperate."

He doesn't understand Ronan's meaning, he can only cooperate with horror movies? Can't both parties cooperate with other types of films?

Ronan saw James-Huang’s doubts, did not explain, and this kind of thing could not be explained, but said: "I wish you success in your new film."

Not long after, Ronan left the post-production room and was about to go to the "Resident Evil" crew at Warner Studios when he met James Huang's agent Edward.

"Hi, Ronan." The honesty on Edward's face couldn't hide his complacency: "Are you satisfied with James' new film?"

Ronan smiled and said, "Very satisfied."

Edward's voice is a bit high: "Your "The Bourne" should be co-operated with James. James has always wanted to make mainstream commercial action movies. He has worked with you three times. Isn't it comparable to a failed British director? ?"

As James Wong has received more and more attention from the Hollywood industry, Edward, the agent, has also risen.

Ronan was a little colder towards the agent: "I originally wanted to continue working with James on the sequel of "Reaper Is Here"."

"Horror films?" Edward shook his head: "James will not take horror films anymore He knows very well that almost no one in Hollywood can become a major director by directing horror films alone, Wes Clay Neither Wen nor George Romero can do it.

Edward added: "Ronan, Shahai Entertainment will invest heavily in action movies in the future. Don't forget James as the director."

"I will." Ronan dealt with it purely politely.

Edward’s simple and honest smile was very bright: "Okay, don’t delay you, I’m going to be busy." He was about to leave, and seemed to think of something, and said: "I’m not an independent broker now, I’ve joined CAA. ."

Ronan nodded: "Congratulations."

Edward smiled and took the lead to leave. Ronan shook his head slightly and walked out of the studio's office building. He glanced at the time, accelerated his pace a little, and rushed to the studio where the crew of "Resident Evil" was located.

The crew is auditioning for the main actors.