"Is Director Song from China going to make a big production?"
"Attention, the filming has already been completed. Didn't you listen to Jason Statham?"
“I’m really looking forward to the collaboration between Jason Statham and Song Hao.”
"Which one is Wu Jing?"
"He has acted in "2012" and "The Wandering Earth", and he was also a martial arts actor before, so Jason Statham thinks very highly of him."
"It seems like this action blockbuster is worth looking forward to."
"When will it be our turn to release Chinese movies?"
People abroad seem to be looking forward to Song Hao's "Wolf Warrior" movie.
At the same time, Song Hao immediately started post-production after returning to China.
This time he didn't even hold a closing party.
The purpose is to seize the time and produce the finished film quickly.
After the post-production of "Wolf Warrior" is completed, let everyone gather together for a drink or two.
Just when Song Hao was leading the post-production team to work hard, Chairman Wang of Huayi Brothers came to the door in person.
"Hello, Mr. Wang, I'm sorry, I was busy just now and kept you waiting." Song Hao came over immediately, and the two shook hands in a friendly manner.
Chairman Wang also stood up. His temperament was that of a boss-level figure. He said cheerfully: "It's normal for Mr. Song to be busy. The main reason is that I came over without saying hello and wasted your time."
"Stop talking about this, come on, please sit down." Song Hao quickly invited Chairman Wang to take a seat.
He knew that he would not go to the Three Treasures Hall for anything, and then asked: "Chairman Wang, I wonder if you have any business coming to my place this time?"
"It's like this. The movie "Wolf Warrior" you are filming now, I wonder if you are interested in entering into a betting agreement with our Huayi Company." Chairman Wang said with a smile.
Hear this.
Song Hao knew for sure that this was the reason why he co-authored the book.
The gambling agreement is called "guaranteed distribution" in the film and television industry.
It is a betting agreement signed between the producer and the distributor before the film is released.
According to the agreement, both parties confirm an amount. No matter what the final box office of the film is, the producer can lock in a high income in advance, while the distributor will have priority in obtaining additional income if the actual box office exceeds this amount.
Due to the instability of profits in the film and television industry, in order to ensure the stability of business, listed companies have become common in the film and television industry.
However, this cannot fundamentally protect the industry. Competition has intensified and the market and profit margins are limited.
Although Song Hao was not interested in this box office bet, he was also curious about what price Chairman Wang would offer.
Then he asked: "I don't know how Chairman Wang is going to make a bet."
Chairman Wang suggested: "The guaranteed box office is set at 3.5 billion. If the box office does not reach the guaranteed box office after the release, Mr. Song will take 88% of the net box office and we will take 12%. If the box office exceeds the guaranteed box office, then our Huayi Company You have to take 25% of the net box office, and you guys have to take 75%."
Song Hao smiled and replied: "Chairman Wang, the 3.5 billion guarantee seems to be a little short."
"Your film "Wolf Warrior" should be benchmarked against "Operation Red Sea". "Operation Red Sea" is also around this box office, and the same theme was filmed twice, so the box office results are really hard to say." Chairman Wang reminded road.
Song Hao naturally had no worries about the quality of "Wolf Warriors". After hearing Chairman Wang's 3.5 billion guaranteed box office, he became even less interested, so he said tactfully: "I don't think we can discuss this cooperation. .”
Chairman Wang had already guessed that Song Hao would hesitate. After all, the guaranteed box office of 3.5 billion was just his test.
Then he smiled and said: "Otherwise, I will increase the guaranteed box office to 4 billion. What do you think?"
"Although your New Year's films last year, "The Wandering Earth" and "Nezha: The Devil Boy Comes to the World," exceeded 5 billion, they were still in the Lunar New Year period after all. Your film should probably be released in December. At that time, the box office is expected to be Not that hot.”
Song Hao replied: "I think with my current reputation and reputation from the outside world, 5 billion should be no problem."
"Okay, since Mr. Song has such courage, I am willing to bet 5 billion. This is my last trump card. How about Mr. Song?" Originally, Chairman Wang thought Song Hao would agree. After all, from 3.5 billion to 5 billion , this is already a qualitative leap.
Although two of his works have exceeded 5 billion, this one "Wolf Warrior" is obviously the same theme as "Operation Red Sea". It is difficult to judge whether it can exceed 5 billion.
Therefore, the guaranteed box office is 5 billion. In the eyes of Chairman Wang, he is very courageous.
After all, no one can say for sure when it comes to movies.
The last one was a box office hit, and the next one may be a hit on the street.
Unexpectedly, Song Hao said: "Chairman Wang, I think we still can't cooperate. In my opinion, this movie will most likely exceed the box office of 5 billion, and I guess it will be more than 6 billion."
Hearing this, Chairman Wang obviously felt a little incredible.
"The Wandering Earth" and "Nezha: The Devil Boy Comes to the World" relied on New Year's films to have such a big battle.
Nowadays, "Wolf Warrior" can be said to be a replica of Operation Red Sea. According to the inside story he learned, the plot of "Wolf Warrior" is still very personal and heroic, which may be difficult to achieve extraordinary box office results in China.
Everyone knows that extreme personal heroism is the style of Hollywood.
This is not the trend of the Chinese market.
Domestic people also don't like this kind of highly individualistic movie theme.
Therefore, Chairman Wang believed that what Song Hao said was undoubtedly to increase the guaranteed box office price. He smiled awkwardly: "Mr. Song, as I say, it's okay to bet on a box office of 5 billion. The two of us can Share the box office risks, and if you want to make a profit, everyone can make more, otherwise, if your box office fails, all your hard work will be over."
"Don't worry, Chairman Wang, this movie is jointly produced with the Foreign Affairs Bureau. In terms of investment costs, my company Guoteng Media didn't actually invest much. Most of them are investments from the Foreign Affairs Bureau." Song Hao smiled. answer.
Hearing this, Chairman Wang felt like he had eaten shit.
He could only respond with a wry smile: "Okay, then I wish Director Song a big hit at the box office."
Chairman Wang left.
Then, I don’t know where the wind blew, and the story of betting on the box office of "Wolf Warrior" was posted online.
Everyone was shocked when they learned that Song Hao actually refused a 5 billion box office bet.
"Oh my god, I won't even accept a 5 billion box office bet. This is too scary."
"This is called true strength. Director Song must be confident enough in his new movie, so he refused a 5 billion box office bet."
"This is so awesome. I'm becoming more and more curious about what kind of movie this will be."
"Anyway, when the movie comes out, I will watch it right away."
"Me too, I must support Director Song's film."
"You'd better stop bragging. If Director Song's movie doesn't turn out well, you'll lose money."
Of course, there are also some netizens who are knowledgeable about the box office and made speechless complaints.
"Please, do you know what the concept of betting on the box office with a minimum guarantee of 5 billion is? There may not be a movie like this in the entire Chinese market. You need to have a concept to brag."
"I now suspect that Director Song's publicity team has started to build momentum."
"It's obvious that such a gimmick is used to create the illusion that the film is of good quality."
"Hahahaha, I won't fall into the trap anyway. I will check everyone's comments first before I watch this movie. I feel that Song Hao has never used such propaganda methods before, but now he has used them method, I’m a little worried about the quality of the movie.”
It also started to spread on the Internet.
Some people believe in Song Hao's strength.
Some people complained about Song Hao, who actually bet on the box office of 5 billion to build momentum.
Only the parties involved can know whether it is true or false.
Song Hao also ignored the comments online.
He still leads the team in post-production.
It was not until a month later that the final film of "Wolf Warrior" was finally completed.
Song Hao immediately took the CD and gave it to Director Tan of the Foreign Affairs Bureau.
When he came to the lobby of the Foreign Affairs Bureau, he unexpectedly learned that Director Tan was out for a meeting.
So Song Hao handed the CD to Director Tan's assistant and left immediately.
Director Tan came back about half an hour later.
As soon as he came back, he anxiously asked his assistant: "Xiao Ma, where is the movie CD?"
After the meeting, Director Tan saw the message Song Hao sent to him, so he rushed back immediately.
"Director Tan is here." Assistant Ma immediately took out the CD and handed it to Director Tan.
Director Tan immediately said: "Let the people from the overall situation go to the multimedia room and we will watch movies."
When this news was sent to the large group in the bureau, all the staff in the bureau were also surprised.
After all, many people in the bureau are busy.
How can we have time to watch movies together?
As a staff member of the Foreign Affairs Bureau, Xiaoye is responsible for processing large amounts of document data.
When he learned that Director Tan wanted everyone to watch a movie together, he collapsed even more.
Because these documents and data will be handed in tomorrow.
If I want to go to the movies now, I might have to work overtime again tonight.
"Oh, I'm convinced too. What kind of movie are you watching for no reason?"
Xiaoye entered the multimedia room with dissatisfaction.
Everyone was talking a lot.
Although they all know that the Foreign Affairs Bureau and Song Hao jointly produced a large-scale evacuation film before.
Many people are also fans of Song Hao.
But if you take up your time at work to watch movies, then you have to use your time after get off work to organize files! !
This is forcing overtime work!
Privately, everyone also complained about it.
"Ouch, why do you have to work overtime again?"
"How long does it take to watch this drama?"
"It seemed like over two hours."
"If I go, wouldn't I have to see it after 6 o'clock in the evening? It's a crime."
At first, everyone was very dissatisfied.
I think this is forced overtime.
But as the movie progresses, the plot deepens.
Colleagues in the multimedia room are all excited.
"I'm going, anyone who offends our country will be punished no matter how far away!!"
"Behind us is always the great motherland!!"
"Watching this movie makes me very excited!"
"Fortunately, I didn't go out this afternoon and watched this movie. Otherwise, I will regret it tomorrow."
After the movie ended, Director Tan looked at everyone and asked, "What do you think of this movie?"
"good, very good."
"I think it's even better than Operation Red Sea."
"It's really fun to watch."
"Especially the fight scene between Wu Jing and Jason Statham made my blood boil."
The whole movie has climaxes one after another, and everyone watching it is very excited.
Especially after the movie is over, there is still that line, the words on the passport.
"When you encounter danger overseas, don't give up. Please remember that there is a strong motherland behind you."
"This sentence is simply amazing!"
"Director Song's filming is really great."
"This drama is sure to be a hit."
Director Tan immediately called Song Hao.
"Director Xiao Song, your movie is really good. Although I have read the script before, but now that it has been made into a movie, the visual impact still makes me very excited." Director Tan praised. .
Song Hao said modestly: "Thanks to the help of Director Tan and the Foreign Affairs Bureau. Without those real weapons and equipment, I would not have been able to take such a wonderful picture."
"Then prepare yourself and release the trailer of the movie, and our Foreign Affairs Bureau will follow suit." Director Tan reminded.
"no problem."
soon.
The Broadcasting and Television Bureau also passed the review.
Song Hao posted the trailer of "Wolf Warrior" that he had prepared online.
The number of views reached 10 million in a short period of time.
Many people did not expect that Song Hao would make a movie with a theme like "Operation Red Sea" again, and the effect would be so good.
"Oh my god, I'm already excited to watch this movie trailer. It's about bombs, warships, and tanks. When will it be released?"
"I feel that with Director Song's speed, it won't be long before it is released."
"Yes, this explosion scene is more exciting than "Operation Red Sea"."
"When will it be released?!"
Just when everyone was curious, Song Hao had already started the pre-sale process for "Wolf Warrior".
This time, with such a huge publicity effort, Song Hao not only wanted to pre-sell "Wolf Warrior", but also had to screen it a week in advance.
That night.
As the pre-sale channel opened, everyone immediately bought the pre-sale movie tickets for "Wolf Warrior".
It even reached the point where the server was stuck.
Chairman Wang also paid attention to the pre-sale box office this time.
Thinking of Song Hao's confident look at that time, he wanted to see if the movie "Wolf Warrior" could reach a box office of 5 billion.
But what everyone didn't expect was.
The first day of pre-sale box office for "Wolf Warrior" directly broke the pre-sale box office record in Chinese film history.
The pre-sale box office of "Wolf Warrior" reached 668 million! !
Successfully broke the pre-sale record! !
This surprised Chairman Wang. Did these people place orders without even thinking about it? !
at the same time.
Because Song Hao suddenly set the schedule, some movies that had been promoted for a long time were frightened.
Mr. Lei from Qiangsheng Film Group looked helplessly at Director Jiang, the director of "A Thousand Miles of Rivers and Mountains" and said, "What can we do now? The screening time of Song Hao's "Wolf Warrior" is also the same time as our "A Thousand Miles of Rivers and Mountains" On the day it is released, do you want to withdraw it?"
Director Jiang naturally knew the power of Song Hao. He believed that the movie he made was not qualified to compete with Song Hao, so he cautiously tried: "Mr. Lei, why don't we withdraw the film."
After hearing this, Mr. Lei also sighed and said: "Then withdraw the film. If we have to confront it head-on, we will definitely be the ones injured by then. Other film developers have learned so many lessons before, and we have to learn from our experience. "
that's all.
Qiangsheng Film Group issued an announcement.
[Due to some unresolved issues with the film, "A Thousand Miles of Rivers and Mountains" cannot be released as originally planned, and the release date is yet to be determined. Fans and viewers, please understand. 】
After the news came out, several other film companies also immediately issued announcements.
Xinfeng Entertainment: ["Seabird No. 1" has been announced to be withdrawn. The scheduled release date will be announced in a timely manner. Please understand. 】
Mostly for entertainment: ["Jinglan Jue" announced its withdrawal. 】
The news that many big-budget movies have been withdrawn has suddenly become a hot topic.
The audience and fans reacted after feeling regretful. It turned out that they were afraid of running into "Wolf Warrior".
In this way, "Wolf Warrior" was originally released a week in advance, and major theaters did not arrange too many screenings.
As a result, many movies have been withdrawn one after another, leaving theaters with no movies to show.
They all asked Song Hao to change the film to an official release.
Song Hao also didn't expect that one of his own screening actions would scare several big-budget movies from being released.
Therefore, Song Hao also made a temporary decision to release it in advance! !
Before its release, the pre-sale box office of "Wolf Warrior" reached an astonishing 1.01 billion! !
Everyone is looking forward to the terrifying dominance of "Wolf Warrior" on the first day of its release! !
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(End of chapter)
