Chapter 424： Who has a better vision

As soon as he entered the VIP room of the theater, Ronan saw Navas greet him.

"Welcome." Navas smiled all over his face: "Ronan, it is an honor for Lions Gate Pictures to be able to come."

Ronan shook hands with him, and the other party received him politely. He wouldn't be rude, and said with a smile: "This is too far-fetched. Navas, we are old friends, so we should come and support."

For today’s premiere, Lionsgate has invited many people, especially Latinos.

It is very common for Hollywood minority ethnic groups to hold together, and the status and treatment of Latinos are not even comparable to that of blacks.

When Ronan greeted Navas, he met Gilmour del Toro.

Compared to black people, Ronan is not too familiar with Hollywood Latinos, and many faces look quite strange.

"By the way, isn't your "Hero" screened in these few days?" Navas looked like he didn't care: "Don't hold a premiere?"

Ronan shook his head directly: "I'm a film that I bought from overseas at a small cost. After all, the audience is limited, and there is no premiere. The cost must be controlled well, otherwise it will lose money."

Navas asked again: "I heard that you got more than North American copyright?"

Ronan did not have to deny the need: "What is won is the international copyright, except for the Eastern market, all other markets are included."

Navas said: "Calculating, the copyright fee of five million dollars is really not high."

In contrast, the North American distribution rights of "City of God" cost Lionsgate more than $10 million.

But Navas thinks the cost is worth it. No matter how you look at it, "City of God" is easier to win Oscar recognition than "Hero".

Ronan added at this time: "This "City of God" is really outstanding and definitely one of the best films this year."

Hearing this, Navas couldn't help asking strangely: "Then why did you give up at the bidding meeting?"

How thick is Ronan's face? He said directly: "At that time, it seemed that you were sure to win. We are all old friends, so it's not easy to compete with you."

This is a high-sounding statement. If it hadn't been for the Fox Animation Department before, Navas would have believed it.

In fact, Ronan doesn't have that many ideas. He has experienced an information explosion and read many related reports or posts. He is very clear about one thing. A good movie or a classic movie cannot determine the commercial success or failure of a movie.

Good movies do not necessarily succeed in business. There are not many movies that have been classified as "good movies".

"City of God" is not bad, it can even become a classic movie, but whether it is editing or shooting, it is a bit avant-garde, plus it reflects the reality of Brazil...,

Most people in the United States don't take foreign countries seriously.

Ronan chatted with Navas for a while, and then moved to other places. Lionsgate has invited many famous Latinos from Hollywood to cheer for the film.

In addition to Gilmour del Toro, Ronan also saw another Mexican director.

"Hello, Robert." Ronan shook hands with Robert Rodriguez: "I didn't expect to meet you here."

Robert Rodriguez and Ronan met once, but at best they knew each other, and said, "I heard that this film is very good, so I came to the premiere."

Ronan greeted him a few words and asked, "Are there any plans for filming recently?"

Robert Rodriguez said with a smile: "A new "Very Small Agent" is being prepared."

Ronan knew that this was one of the signature films of Emperor Gate Pictures under the Weinstein Brothers. Robert Rodriguez, like Quentin Tarantino, was the iron of Harvey Weinstein.

Before Harvey Weinstein's accident, the two had difficulty cooperating with other companies. Ronan didn't have the intention of digging a wall. He just said hello and found Gilmour del Toro.

Gilmour del Toro has an old relationship with Ronan, and he doesn't have so much politeness. He said directly: "The preparations for "Fatal Corner 2" are very smooth. Shooting will start in March and all production can be completed by September. Ronan, about that new project..."

Ronan asked, "Hellboy?"

Gilmour Del Toro smiled: "Yes, it's Hellboy."

"Still talking with the dark horse comics, it's basically smooth." Ronan said directly: "It is estimated that the copyright will be obtained after the New Year."

In the negotiations between Robert Lee and Dark Horse Comics, the copyright negotiations between "Hellboy" and "Spartan Three Hundred Warriors" progressed very quickly. Dark Horse Comics also thought of seeing their own comics adapted into movies on the big screen, as long as the price Appropriate, there is no problem of not selling.

The comics industry is extremely sluggish. Even Marvel, one of the largest comic companies in North America, is miserable. The condition of Dark Horse comics is not much better.

Selling sons can be said to be one of the main sources of income for these comics dealers in this comic winter.

At present, the two parties have reached an agreement on the basic licensing fee, and Shahai Entertainment will buy out the related film and television copyrights of the two works with a package of 5 million US dollars.

The reason why the agreement has not been reached is mainly because there are certain differences in the later division.

As for "Sin City", the copyright of this once sensational work is in the hands of Frank Miller. Frank Miller has a high self-esteem and is very difficult to speak. After Robert Lee has contacted him once, he will accept it. When it came to a series of unequal treaties, including his own directing, the purchaser had to take samples before the transaction, etc., Ronan watched it and asked Robert Lee to give up.

"Sin City" is far more famous in the publishing world than "Spartan Three Hundred Warriors", this is undeniable.

But when it comes to the subject matter of the movie, "The Three Hundred Warriors of Spartan" naturally has an advantage. The Battle of Wenquan Pass is so famous in the Western world that even Leonidas is considered to be the defender of the democratic system. .

In contrast, "Sin City" is a relatively niche movie theme.

The copyright is expensive, the subject matter is relatively small, the copyright owner is extremely difficult to deal with, and there are a series of unequal treaties, Ronan instantly loses interest.

The film may have a certain profit, but the initial investment is large, Frank Miller requires too much, and the risk is not easy to control.

Ronan had already thought about it, and the negotiations with Dark Horse Comics ended, he asked Robert Lee to integrate the copyright of "Dawn of the Living Dead", and then find an opportunity to have a good talk with Zach Schneider.

Zach Schneider can not only create great value in the first two movies, but also can play a great role in the eyes of giants in the future.

While Ronan was talking to Gilmour del Toro, Navas and Frank Gusta, the owner of Lionsgate, had been watching him.

"That's Ronan Anderson?" Frank Gusta asked.

Navas quickly replied: "Yes, it is him."

Frank Gusta thought of the failure of digging Fox Animation Department last time, and said: "In the second line, they are a strong competitor."

Navas said: "Relativistic entertainment should not be underestimated."

Frank Gusta said: "In the past two years, we have not developed as fast as expected. I did not expect this relativity entertainment to develop so fast."

I don't know why, he always feels that the early development route of Relativity Entertainment seems to be similar to Lionsgate's plan.

Lionsgate plans to open up the situation with horror films, and use small-cost films to make big gains. Relativity Entertainment can't help but get a "Blair the Witch" out, and also created a number of horror film series.

This is the path that Lionsgate is going to take, leaving Lionsgate nowhere to go?

Relativity Entertainment is in the front step by step. Lionsgate, whether it is planning or execution, let alone following the Relativity Entertainment, it is almost impossible to see the other side.

Frank Gusta remembered what Navas had said, and asked: "Relativity Entertainment also has films ready for the Oscars for Best Foreign Language Film?"

Navas replied: "It has already been declared, and the screening will begin in these two days."

In the most basic entry rules of Oscars, the film must be released before the new year, and the scale of release in Los Angeles has to be less than three theaters.

"A movie bought from the East?" Frank Gusta muttered, "Similar to "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon"?"

Navas tells the truth: "They are all martial arts movies but the director is not Ang Lee. I don't think they pose a big threat to us, and at most they are nominated for Best Foreign Language Film."

Frank Gusta nodded: "Not every Eastern movie is "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", and strictly speaking, "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" is just dressed in an oriental coat, so Oscar will favor this film."

Navas is confident: ""City of God" is more suitable for this awards season than the new film bought by Ronan Anderson in terms of awards and the market."

"You still have to pay more attention." Frank Gusta has been in the business district for many years, reminding: "Don't underestimate Ronan Anderson. This young man can do this, he must have his uniqueness."

Navas quickly said: "I understand." But he was confident in his vision: "In other respects, Lionsgate may have a certain gap with Relativity Entertainment, but the two films "City of God" and "Hero", I believe that in terms of awards and the market, we can all beat Relativity Entertainment."

Frank Gusta also knew that he should give encouragement to his subordinates at the right time, rather than shock, and said, "I am waiting for your good news."

Navas took another look at Ronan. Many people said that Ronan Anderson's vision was particularly good, but he really missed "The City of God".

Only willing to bid for US$5 million...Can US$5 million buy such a well-received film?

Let's see who has a better vision now!

Navas knows very well that because they are both award-winning films, the distribution methods of "City of God" and "Hero" are almost exactly the same. They started with ten theaters in North America, and the cities they selected were concentrated in Los Angeles and New York, then expanded The scale of the movie, waiting for the Oscar nominations to be announced, began to be released on a large scale.

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