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"The premiere box office was $13.11 million, and the questionnaire averaged A-."

Helen looked at the data that 20th Century Fox had just sent, and showed a smile, "If there is no accident, congratulations, you are about to win the first weekly box office champion in your life."

Gauri-Hoblitt, still in shock, has not recovered. On the first day of its release, "Saw 2" made a box office of 13.11 million US dollars, and it is even possible that he won the first prize in his life. Weekly box office champion.

It took a long time for him to react, and he thanked Ryan sincerely: "Without Ryan, the first-day box office of "Saw 2" would not have been able to get 13.11 million US dollars."

His family knew about his family affairs. During the entire filming process of "Saw 2", he was at best the director. Every shot in the film was shot by Ryan according to Ryan's opinion.

"Okay, Gauri, get ready to be cheered by the media and the audience." Ryan didn't mean to steal the limelight at all.

For him, although the honor of "Saw 2" is not optional, it is not necessary, not to mention that he is the producer of the film and the main investor of "Saw 2".

Thinking of the imminent pursuit of countless media and audiences, Gauri-Hoblit suddenly became nervous.

This is not an easy task. Every word you say must be carefully considered. Be careful not to fall into the trap set by the media. If you don’t offend people, you may even lose your reputation.

Helen stood up, walked around the desk, and asked a very crucial question.

"With the success of "Saw 2", Twentieth Century Fox, one of the investors, will definitely want to continue investing in the next "Chain Saw" series, so Ryan, I want to hear your plan !"

Golly-Hobritt became nervous again. Ryan's answer was not only related to the cooperation with 20th Century Fox, but even related to whether he could continue to direct the next "Chain Saw".

"It's best to keep the status quo and continue to cooperate with 20th Century Fox. Of course, you need to discuss the specific aspects."

Ryan didn't mean to refuse to cooperate with 20th Century Fox. As Helen often said, maintaining a good cooperation with a Hollywood giant can avoid many things.

"However, the release schedule of the next film will definitely not be the same as this year. Two films will be released in succession. At most, only one film will be produced in a year."

His plan is very simple, to ensure that there will be a "Saw" released every year.

It can not only obtain a steady stream of income, but also ensure the reputation of the film.

Ryan's words made Gauri-Hoblit feel relieved. How to be able to shoot a "Chain Saw" every year in the future is very good news for him.

"One a year?"

"Very wise choice."

"I believe that 20th Century Fox does not want to ruin the reputation of "Chain Saw." Helen said very straightforwardly.

Although Ryan occupies two-thirds of the film's investment, 20th Century Fox only has one-third, but the actual income, the benefits obtained by 20th Century Fox, are only a lot more than Ryan's.

Sofia Coppola protested from the sidelines: "I want a raise, and I need an errand employee, or you will lose a very competent assistant."

"You can recruit yourself, and salary increase is also not a problem." Ryan agreed.

Sofia Coppola showed a satisfied look, and the next moment, she suddenly asked: "Ryan, I want to ask, what are your future plans for the studio?"

"To continue like this? Or to start a film company! Like Lucasfilm."

Lucasfilm seems to have a complete business and is a leader among Hollywood's second-tier film companies.

But it doesn't have distribution channels in North America, and it rarely shoots films. In terms of nature, it doesn't seem to be much different from a studio.

For a group of Hollywood giants, it is naturally not a threat.

Contrary to Lucasfilm, the newly established DreamWorks, almost every Hollywood practitioner knows one thing, DreamWorks is ambitious.

"What can I plan?"

"It's good to keep the status quo." Ryan rolled his eyes. At this stage, maintaining the status quo is the best choice. He doesn't want to take the lead to help DreamWorks attract firepower.

In contrast, maybe he can become a great director in the future, even on par with George Lucas, but become the owner of a film company? It is a very difficult thing.

Since the early 1990s, media giants such as Viacom, Comcast, and France Water Group have entered Hollywood one after another.

For a time, Hollywood completely entered the era of media groups, and second-tier film companies and distribution companies were acquired by holding companies.

Even DreamWorks and Lucasfilm are no exception.

So Ryan temporarily gave up his unrealistic ideas. Instead of thinking about these, it is better to create a new script and continue the shameless behavior of occupying pits.

As for the copyrights of the many Marvel superhero characters bought, now is not the time to think about it.

Sofia wanted to say something more, but was interrupted by Ryan, not wanting to continue talking about this topic, at least not yet.

Even the "Chain Saw" series of films is enough to support a film company.

Almost at the same time, 20th Century Fox announced the first-day box office results of "Saw 2", which shocked the whole Hollywood.

Whether it is the news media or the Hollywood film companies, it may be expected that the first-day box office of "Chain Saw 2" will not be too bad, but they did not expect it to be 13.11 million US dollars at the box office, an extremely terrifying figure.

The reason why "Chain Saw 2" can achieve such a box office result is very simple to put it bluntly.

First of all, the box office and word-of-mouth of the previous "Saw" had a good harvest, and a large number of loyal fans have accumulated, and they have added movie tickets for "Saw 2".

The second is the timing of the release of "Chain Saw 2". There are no commercial blockbusters released throughout the Christmas holiday, or it has been released for a while, and the popularity has passed.

The only "Years of Love" released at the same time is only a romance film.

Let "Chain Saw 2" be the most anticipated movie during the Christmas holiday.

Thirdly, the plot of "Chain Saw 2" itself is very good. Whether it is the horror plot, bloody scenes, shooting techniques, etc., it is refreshing. It is definitely a masterpiece of horror movies.

Another one, "Chain Saw 2" was released ahead of schedule for nearly ten years. At this time, North American horror movies have not yet entered the end stage and are at a peak stage. The number of people watching horror movies far exceeds that of the 20th century, so Created the hit of "Chain Saw 2".

If the premiere on the first day was just the beginning, then on the Christmas Eve of the second day, "Chain Saw 2" completely showed its fangs.

On the night of Christmas Eve, more than 2,000 screens in North America screened "Chain Saw 2" at the same time.

More than half of the auditoriums were full, and even some remote auditoriums had an attendance rate of more than 70%, an unbelievable figure.

This is a horror film, not a commercial blockbuster.

A group of theater companies had to temporarily increase the number of screens, and even some movie theaters in the city center simply took out a screening hall to play other films, and the remaining screening halls were all used to expand the playback of "Chain Saw 2" scale.

Even 20th Century Fox CEO Tom Rothman couldn't believe that a horror film with an investment of only 4 million US dollars actually detonated this year's Christmas holiday.

If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, the hot scene in the movie theater would have been thought to be a propaganda method by the distribution department.

According to the predictions of 20th Century Fox professionals, even if the upsurge of "Chain Saw 2" will not last long, this is a problem that horror movies will face.

But its North American box office is likely to exceed 100 million US dollars, dominating the entire Christmas holiday.

With an investment of 4 million US dollars, in exchange for 100 million US dollars at the box office, I have to say that this is a box office miracle.

The dark horse "Blair Witch" in the spring box office, the dark horse "Chain Saw" in the summer box office, and "Chain Saw 2" that dominated the Christmas holiday.

From the box office of the above three films, the value of Ryan Gosling can be fully reflected.

Thinking of this, Tom Rothman took out his phone and felt that he had to do something to make Ryan Gosling and her agent realize the importance of cooperating with 20th Century Fox.

"Warning Michael Ovitz, tell him to be honest and stop playing tricks."