Chapter 551： Focus on practical

Century City, the newly constructed Death Star Building, the seventh floor and a whole building, are rented by Relativity Entertainment, as the post-production studio of the group company.

In the past, post-production of all films produced by Relativity Entertainment was done at Warner Studios, and Warner Bros’ post-production studios were rented out, but this was not a long-term solution. Shahai Entertainment gradually became more famous as a DreamWorks. The production company must have an independent post-production room.

With the development of relativity entertainment, it will inevitably touch the cake of traditional forces, and the contradictions will gradually become more prominent. The ratings of the rating committee are only one aspect. For example, in film production, the six major companies also have many restrictions.

In terms of shooting, it’s not necessary to establish an independent studio in Los Angeles. Now the trend of globalization of Hollywood crews is obvious. Various tax and fee preferential policies are emerging from other places. It is impossible for crews to stay in Los Angeles for a long time to shoot. Diversion across North America and even the world.

Even commercial movies with a slightly larger investment, shooting in more than a dozen countries will become the norm.

But post-production is not the same. It requires a combination of special effects, sound effects, art and editing, etc., and must find a stable and familiar location.

At present, Relativity Entertainment and Warner Bros. are cooperating closely, and no one can guarantee that the cooperation will continue in the future.

If Warner Bros. and all other companies have problems with post-production, Relativity Entertainment will definitely be in trouble.

In addition, Warner Bros.'s post-production studio has been established for many years, and the equipment is relatively outdated, and some of them can't keep up with the development of the times.

Digital technology is the future development trend of the film industry. In particular, large-scale commercial films must be fully applied to digital technology.

Shahai Entertainment has funds and connections. It began planning to establish a post-production studio half a year ago. In October, it leased an entire floor of the office building in the newly completed Death Star Building. From the end of November, the equipment was put in place to debug and recruit and hunt for suitable Manpower, the first studio started actual operation in early December.

According to the plan, when the post-production studios are completed, they will have the ability to allow four to six crews of different sizes to perform post-production at the same time.

Of course, there is only one post-production room that can be put into work today, but it also involves more than ten types of work and production.

The post-production of the crew of "Survival in the Wild" is relatively not as complicated as the movie. It is more about editing and adjusting the pictures, so it became the first crew to stay in the studio.

Ronan met Bell Grylls and some of the main creative staff involved in the post-production in the post-production room.

"Thank you."

In the post-editing room, Ronan shook hands with Bell Grylls: "It's darker, thinner, and more energetic than when we met last time."

Bell smiled and said: "During this period of time in the wilderness, it feels like returning home." He shrugged: "Ronan, you let me recognize the essence of life, life without adventure, or life? ?"

Ronan said solemnly: "Don't worry, this adventure is just the beginning. We will cooperate in the second and third seasons in the future."

Bell is also a flexible mind: "I dream of it."

He felt that the activities he had done before had all gone the wrong way, and this show was obviously more suitable for him.

Entering the sinister wilderness, with sufficient logistical support, Bell Grylls felt like a fish returned to the water.

Years of training, learning, and accumulation have all come in handy.

Compared to these, kayaking across the Atlantic is too plain.

The two chatted for a while, and the topic quickly turned to the post-production of "Survival from the Wild".

"Survival in the Wilderness" is not the same as the past reality show of survival in the wilderness. Bell-Grylls is not only the host, but also one of the producers of the show. He said to Ronan: "The show started from shooting When it comes to production, we strive to be authentic, and post-production does not need to add any special effects, and still focuses on pure editing, and emphasizes practicality."

Ronan agreed with Bell Grylls' point of view and said, "Yes. Since I leave the post-production to you, you can do it with confidence."

Bell-Grylls added: "In the first season, I will focus on eating... to be precise, looking for food, adding to the lens and knowledge in this area. Eat raw slugs, snake eggs, and various insects. , Looks disgusting, but very practical. In the wilderness, survival is the most important thing. Everything else can be put aside."

Ronan thought of a few words in an instant, "Pinch and turn around and you can eat", "Quack and crisp chicken flavor"...

"I already have a very clear idea of ​​editing, and all the series will adhere to a theme." Bell-Grylls is also trying to win the support of Ronan as much as possible, and wants the show to follow his own ideas: "In the wilderness, Going the wrong way may end up struggling to survive. Even people with rich travel experience will get lost, trapped, disoriented, and even face a fatal crisis. In these situations, how do we get out of trouble? What should we do? Survive?"

Ronan nodded slightly, feeling that Bell Grylls hadn't finished speaking, so he didn't interrupt.

Bell Grylls continued: "Therefore, the show will teach trapped tourists how to survive in the most dangerous environment."

"No problem." Ronan quickly made a decision: "Bell, just do it according to your thoughts."

Bell Grylls breathed a sigh of relief, then smiled and asked, "Are there other things I need to pay attention to?"

Ronan thought for a while and said, “You have to finish all post-production before June next year. In addition, go to the Netflix website to register an account, and share pictures, videos and knowledge about wilderness adventures through Netflix. Professional propaganda staff will come to cooperate with you, and we will make you an all-round survival expert in the wild."

Bell Grylls does his part: "I'm actually an expert in field survival."

Ronan smiled and said: "Pay attention to rest, don't get tired, we still have a long time to cooperate."

"The wild won't break me." Bell Grylls laughed, "Neither can these jobs break me."

Ronan talked with Bell about other things in post-production. After ten minutes, he left the editing room and went to other supporting workshops.

All the equipment in the studio is up-to-date, and the total expenses for personnel, venue and equipment, etc., cost nearly 10 million U.S. dollars.

The follow-up construction is still in progress, and Relativity Entertainment will have a post-production studio that matches the company's development.

As for "Survival in the Wild", this is a variety show carefully prepared by Ronan for Netflix's streaming media business next year. He must wait for Netflix's streaming media business to go public and log on to the Netflix website directly.

When Ronan went downstairs, George Clint, who was here to check the progress of the work, followed.

When he went down to the lobby on the first floor, Ronan observed for a while and said, "It seems that there are very few people."

George Clint replied: "The building has just been put into use, and the leasing work started in October. At present, it seems that only one of our companies has moved in." He pointed to the above: "Although the economy is recovering, there is great pressure for companies to survive. It’s Century City. The rent is not cheap. There will not be too many companies renting office space here in a short time."

Ronan looked at the high-end decoration and said, "Are any well-known companies intending to move over?"

George Clint thought for a while, and said: "CAA intends to buy out this building at one time in the past few months, but CAA's revenue is placed here, which is just over 100 million yuan a year. This building is temporarily too great for them. The reputation is extravagant, and the asking price of nearly $500 million is not acceptable to CAA."

The Death Star Building covers a large area, but like most buildings in Los Angeles, it is not high because it is located on the San Andreas Fault, with only a dozen floors.

There are relatively few skyscrapers in Los Angeles.

Ronan left a thought, and said, "George, you can ask someone to collect information about this building and the current owner, and pass it to me before the new year."

George Clint replied, "Okay."

The two left the building together, and Ronan asked again: "How about "Prison Break"?"

George Clint said: "Dawn Johnson has already entered the group. He signed a three-season contract with us. Originally, I wanted to sign three more film contracts with him, but Dawn Johnson did not know the specifics of the movie. Under the circumstances of filming, he refuses to sign the contract."

Ronan said: "Don't worry, we are not what we used to be. Although we need to do everything possible to reduce costs, we also have money to afford big stars."

George Clint is full of confidence: "I will fight Dawn Johnson and his agent again, and I can fight for one more one."

Ronan thought for a while and said, "Do you know the "Fast and Furious" series that you bought from Universal Pictures?"

"I've seen it." George Clint said: "Two consecutive big sales, UU read , but the second is obviously not as good as the first."

Ronan and George Clint didn't need to go around in circles, and said directly: "I am going to shoot this series. I need an absolute tough guy actor to join. Dawn Johnson is good. You can talk to him about this project."

"Serialized movies?" George Clint's heart moved: "Since I have a project, I will talk to them on this basis and try to get Dawn Johnson to sign a few more film contracts."

Ronan urged: "Don't ignore the "Prison Break" project, it must be completed before the second half of next year."

George Clint promised: "It will definitely be done on time."

Ronan changed the topic: "We only have one movie left this year. Next week is the premiere. Please contact us and find more people to attend the premiere."

George Clint said, "Leave it to me."

Relativity Entertainment’s 2003 film release plan came to the end, and only the "Rival of the People" starring Will Smith and Charlize Theron was not released.