Chapter 800： I am the writer of the Legendary Project

There are 24 hours in a day. It always feels very long, but it seems to be very short, because it takes 7 or 8 hours just to sleep and replenish energy.

The night passed and the sun rose.

Part of the splitting of the new line is done, at least Firefly got what it wanted.

In other words, both parties are very satisfied with this transaction.

Warners got rid of the burden and got a large amount of cash, without delaying their integration of new lines; Firefly seems to be taking over, but it actually enhances the background. After all, the convenience of filming is still very important to film and television companies.

Then there's Kevin Feige's cheerful addition to Marvel's grassroots production staff.

At this time, Marvel Studios mostly relied on the production team of Firefly, which was actually not very good.

In Lehman's vision, the business of Marvel and Firefly should also be separated as much as possible. Although the Marvel project is the focus of the company's attention, it does not mean that it will give up film and television production in other directions.

Marvel eats too much distribution resources, which means that it will continue to cut meat for a period of time in the future, and it will not work if it is not cut.

But in fact, there are still many projects in the film market that are not so popular. These are the main force of Firefly's fortune, such as "Juno", "Little Miss Sunshine", Wen Ziren's horror films and literary themes.

What's the benefit of doing this?

First, the Marvel project can win over various publishers and theater chains, increase its influence, continue to accumulate information, and sink into the surrounding channels, so there will be less resistance to independence;

Second, Firefly did not lose its independent distribution capability, which is very helpful for Blue Butterfly's business expansion, and because it is a sole proprietorship, the profit output can collect funds faster and increase reserves.

In other words, Marvel follows the path of friendship, and Firefly follows the old path. The two develop together, complement each other in resources, and have slightly different business directions. Marvel Studios needs to improve its independent production capabilities. Kevin Feige has such talent, and it does not mean waste.

Furthermore, Lehman's energy is limited, and when Marvel is rolled out in the future, and movies and TV dramas are all in full force, he will not be able to cover everything. Decentralization and business differentiation are very necessary.

the next day.

Warner Bros. and Firefly have officially struck a deal.

Firefly paid US$100 million to acquire the New Line studio, part of the filming equipment, and the image copyright of the Blades and related characters.

Warner didn't know Marvel's future plans, nor what room for Marvel's development. Hearing that Marvel has been recycling superheroes that have been left behind since it was acquired, it just felt that it was a little too important.

Coincidentally, after the completion of the transaction, Warner executives were in a good mood, and they gave what they gave, what a big deal.

To this end, Warner also held a more private reception, hoping to connect feelings and deepen cooperation.

Firefly is now carrying the golden signboard of its production ability, which is a brilliant record with a blockbuster film. For an entertainment company like Warner, which has a strong studio and a channel space for overseas business, it is inevitable There are many projects that might work with Firefly.

If nothing else, when looking for a publisher, think more about the performance that Warner may get.

There is no irreconcilable contradiction between the two parties. After Warner starts to face Firefly, its attitude will naturally adjust to the way it should be treated.

in the banquet hall.

Lehman and several Warner executives drank a few drinks. Different from the more formal atmosphere of business affairs in the morning, they all changed their faces to communicate with ease.

Warner's internal conflicts are very serious, the personnel are huge, and the management costs and the intertwined power system are also very large.

Of course, Mann Media has also had such and such a mess.

For example, after the split of Marvel, the veterans of Marvel Entertainment were a little dissatisfied, and they complained to Joseph when they had nothing to do, which caused him a headache. .

Every family has its cupboard.

How to adjust the original company structure after the acquisition is undoubtedly a very test of the management system.

If handled well, the company's strength will grow;

If it is not handled well, it will drag down the original pace of development.

A few more days passed.

After Ryan was in charge of the studio refurbishment, the results for the second week of "I Am a Hero" were also released.

In the next weekend, North America received 62.3 million, down 32% from the first week, and overseas recorded 41.42 million, with a global total of 100 million US dollars. It is the 17th film this year that can enter the global 400 million, and the 8th film is expected to exceed the global 600 million.

It can be seen from this that compared with the movie box office list in 2006, 2007 really took a big step again. All the accumulated box office of popular works more than doubled compared with last year, which made the practitioners in the North American film industry even more looking forward to the follow-up. Market expansion.

With the cost of "I Am a Hero" less than 220 million, it can reap more than 190 million US dollars at the box office in two weeks (the first week overseas), and there is no original novel bonus, a completely original project, it is simply a Hollywood adaptation boom A clear stream, although its results did not break any records, but it is not unsuccessful.

Lionsgate is stepping up its overseas distribution, and Liam led the team to guide the film's momentum, increase the audience's positive impression, and actively expand the profit margins of the copyright market.

In the office, Joseph and Lyman were talking about it.

The smooth execution of the second part of the zombie trilogy, the added value brought by it is very high, even Akiva Goldsman came to congratulate.

Of course, this one does come with congratulations and purpose.

Because it bought the copyright of the novel of "I Am Legend" to prevent damage to the structure of the trilogy, Firefly and Goldsman, the famous screenwriter and producer, reached an agreement, except that he was asked to be the producer of the third film to pay compensation and a percentage of the money. 5% of the omni-channel revenue, and 5% of the North American box office of the second "I Am a Hero" is also his.

This amount of money is not much, mainly because both parties confirmed that this project will be put on the big screen by Firefly, otherwise Goldsman will find other studios to shoot.

"Excuse me, sir, when are you going to shoot "I Am Legend"?" Goldsman waited for Joseph to go out, and then asked with a smile: "According to this posture, I am afraid that "I am a Hero" will soon be able to recover the cost from the box office.. …”

Feeling the urgency of the other party, Lehman also understands it very well.

After all, he saw the market potential of the zombie trilogy, and he participated in the final part, which is the one he can get the most benefit from.

"It will start in the middle of next year at the latest, and find a suitable schedule to push it into theaters in 2009. Once the Firefly project is approved, you will be notified immediately."

Gaussman got the accurate news and had a bottom line.

Just as he was about to say a few polite farewells, he heard Lehmann say again: "I appreciate Mr.'s screenwriting skills very much. The portrayal of John Forbes-Nash in "A Beautiful Mind" is full of charm now that I want to come back. After a few days, "I The audience analysis and market report summary of "Is a Hero", I will let you print a copy for you.

In this way, the gentleman can also know in advance who the audience who likes "I Am a Hero" is, and adapt the appropriate script appropriately. When "I Am a Hero" is painted, the background, plot, and character depictions of "I Am Legend" will also be put on the agenda to make it closer to the market. "

"This is my sincere words from the bottom of my heart The third film is far more difficult than the first two to make things interesting to the audience, and the adaptation work is even more difficult to do. Speaking of which, the first two are just Revolving around the struggle between humans and zombies, "I Am Legend" requires the protagonist to resist extreme loneliness, and there is no more suitable one-man show than Mr.

Lyman gave a small wave of Gaussman.

It's not a compliment. This guy is indeed very good at one-man dramas and psychological depictions. In the original time and space, the biggest contributor to one person and one dog winning 600 million is Gaussman.

In this life, it is integrated into the background system of the previous two films, creating a situation that has been fully occupied, zombies have become the masters of the earth, and humans have become endangered characters, and the male protagonist, who is lucky enough to survive by chance, is also a scientific researcher. Discovering that zombies are rapidly evolving...how to portray this despair and loneliness is the focus of the third installment.

"Haha, the corresponding idea is already great. I just put the idea on paper. If there is something that is not well thought out, I still need a lot of guidance." Gaussman responded slightly happily.

With "A Beautiful Mind", he won the Oscar for the original screenplay, which is something Akiva Goldsman has always been proud of.

He also doesn't feel that he has the foundation for the first two parts, and he can't write the story of the third part. In fact, he already has a certain idea.