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Five weeks after its release, "Pulp Fiction" was withdrawn from theaters in North America, with a total box office of US$109 million.

Ranked sixth on the North American movie box office list in 1993.

The first place is "Jurassic Park", with a North American box office of 350 million.

The second place went to "My Fair Daddy" which just ended its screening, with 192 million US dollars.

The third place is "The Fugitive" starring Harrison Ford, with a North American box office of 183 million.

The fourth place is "Sugar-coated Trap" starring Tom Cruise, with a box office of 150 million US dollars.

The fifth place is "Unethical Deal" produced by LV Pictures, with a North American box office of 137 million US dollars.

The seventh place is "Sniper" starring veteran actor Clint Easterwood, with US$102 million.

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Eighth is "Goose Pond" starring Julia Roberts, with $98 million.

The ninth place is "Schindler's List", with a North American box office of 92 million US dollars.

The tenth place is the action movie "The Last Stand" starring Stallone, with a box office of 84 million.

Among the ten movies this year, the first and ninth places are from Universal Pictures, the third and eighth places are from Warner Pictures, and the fifth and sixth places are from LV Pictures.

Some of the other major film companies are on the list, but MGM-United Artists and Disney-Buenay are not on the list.

Compared with the top ten results in 1992, this year's results are worse. Last year, there were 11 movies with a box office of over 100 million. This year, there are only seven. However, in terms of total movie box office, this year's box office is more than 300 million US dollars more than last year.

According to the latest statistics, the total box office revenue of domestic movies in the United States in 1993 reached 5.6 billion, with distribution revenue of 2.7 billion.

Hollywood films accounted for 88 of the top 100 films on the world's screens throughout the year. The trade surplus in film, television and music products was also second only to the aircraft manufacturing and export industry, becoming the second largest industry in the United States.

The Hollywood film industry is booming, and people working in this industry are making a lot of money.

For example, for the employees of LV Pictures, the company's income is good this year. The boss Duca has allocated 10 million US dollars to divide the accounts, from top to bottom, ranging from more than one million to as little as 20,000 to 30,000 US dollars.

In addition, Monica received more than 5 million in shareholder and producer dividends, and Quentin received more than 4 million in shareholder and director dividends.

Duca himself received more than 60 million yuan in dividends, but in the end there was not much money left in LV Pictures' accounts, only 110 million yuan. The rest of the income had already been invested in "Speed", "Legend of Autumn" and "Casino"

"On the five film projects of "Interview with the Vampire" and "Bad Boys".

Of the remaining 110 million, 60 million will be used to make movies, and 50 million will be invested in Pixar Studio to develop animation technology and produce animated movies. In addition, LV Pictures still has a loan of 50 million on its account.

"Based on this, it seems we didn't make much money this year."

Duca looked at the financial statements and couldn't help frowning. He first read the newspaper. The newspaper said that LV Pictures would earn 340 million U.S. dollars this year. He was very happy.

Just looking at the annual financial statements, he found that aside from costs, the net income was not much, and most of it was spent when it first arrived, leaving not much investment cost.

"Isn't this much? All the movies we invest in every year can recover their costs, and we can also provide funding for next year's movie. We can still have enough money to repay loans, acquire Pixar Studios, and get dividends. This is a good enough result.

Already."

Monica smiled happily.

Now she has millions of dollars in her account, as well as shares in LV Pictures and Linda Fashion Model Company. She is worth 20 to 30 million, making her a very wealthy woman.

If I make this kind of money through acting, I probably won't be able to make it in ten years.

Duca smiled. LV Pictures' biggest profit lies not in the box office of movies, but in the market value of LV Pictures itself. After this year, LV Pictures's offer of US$400 million will be no problem.

If LV Pictures is allowed to go public, it will have no problem reaching a market value of 1 billion.

"It's just that the company doesn't have much remaining funds. Last time we discussed giving several production teams free funding for filming, but it's not possible yet."

Duca touched his chin and said.

"It doesn't matter. The company is currently developing very smoothly, and its profits are increasing year by year. After another year or two, there will almost be excess funds to implement the plan."

Monica smiled.

Duca nodded. There will be five movies next year. Counting "Sleepless in Seattle", there will be a total of six movies.

Relying on the box office income of these six movies, it will almost be enough to invest in the next year's movies. If we continue to invest like this, LV Pictures will become stronger and stronger, and the company's annual dividends will also increase.

In a few years, it won't be a problem to use LV Pictures to raise more than one billion to acquire MGM.

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After the company's annual meeting, Duca and Monica returned to their Sardinian manor in Italy to celebrate the New Year. They accompanied old Mr. Bellucci and his family to church and worship, and accompanied Monica to Milan for shopping.

Most of the time, he likes to lie on the white beach and bask in the sun, look at beauties in bikinis, or ride the yacht on the Mediterranean Sea, spending time with Monica.

I played happily for more than 20 days and relieved a year of fatigue.

By the end of January 1994, the two returned to Los Angeles.

There will be more work in the new year.

The beginning of the year is the awards season in Hollywood, and it is also the award season. The Golden Globes and Oscars have begun the final selection process. LV Pictures has many films competing for awards this year, including "Immoral Deal", "The Age of Innocence" and "Escape from La."

Vegas" and "Pulp Fiction."

The Golden Globe Awards are organized by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, and the final result is voted by 96 journalists. To win this award, public relations are indispensable.

The Oscars are organized by the Academy in the form of a two-level pyramid. The highest level is the Academy President's Jury, which consists of 14 branch societies, including the Actors Guild, the Directors Guild, the Film Producers Guild, the Art Directors Guild, the Photography Guild, and the Artists Guild.

Association, Screenwriters Guild, etc.

The acting awards are mainly voted by members of the Actors Guild, the director awards are selected by the Directors Guild, and the same is true for other awards.

There are more than 10,000 members who participate in voting every year. It is like a big party, and the important thing is to participate.

Due to the large number of people, the public relations work for awards is relatively complicated. Therefore, if you want to succeed in public relations, on the one hand, the film or actor must be outstanding enough, on the other hand, you must have a wide network of contacts in the industry and have enough funds to hold public relations activities.

According to feedback from industry insiders, more than 200 million are spent on public relations for the Academy Awards every year. Sometimes competition is fierce and even more money is spent.

So is it worthwhile to spend this money on public relations?

According to insider estimates, if a film is nominated for an Oscar, the added value at the box office is around US$20 million. The more major awards it is nominated for, the higher the added value, such as Best Picture, Best Director and Leading Actor.

If the movie wins awards, box office revenue and other income will increase by about 50 million. The more important the award, the higher the optimal value.

In addition, after winning the award, the rewards for actors and directors are also very generous. Not only does their social status increase, but they can also receive substantial material rewards, such as remuneration, advertising endorsements, etc., and they can leave their names in the history of world cinema with the authority of the Oscars.

It's a combination of fame and fortune.

Because there are so many benefits, competition will become increasingly fierce.

This year, LV Pictures has spent about 10 million in public relations funds. There are too many projects and a lot of money is spent, such as holding movie parties, celebrity gatherings, giving greeting cards and small gifts, etc.

Duca will entrust these tasks to Jasmine and her team.

Jasmine has information on more than 400 formal members and nearly a thousand informal members, including a large number of actors, directors, producers, etc. She can do it more efficiently.

"Boss, Harvey also wants to use the poker bureau's resources for public relations, and he wants my help. Should we continue?"

Jasmine asked.

Duca raised his eyebrows and asked, "How much money will Harvey provide?"

"Two million!"

Jasmine smiled.

"Based on your standards, is it a good deal to take this order?"

Duca asked.

Jasmine nodded, "Of course it's a good deal. The more events we hold, the higher the viscosity of our members and the closer the connection. But there is a problem with taking over Harvey's order. We are doing public relations for LV Pictures' movies, haha

Wei came to do public relations for Miramax's movie again, which easily distracted everyone's attention."

Duka thought for a moment and let Jasmine take the order.

Miramax has released five films this year, three foreign films and two self-produced films. The reputation is not bad, but it is still worse than "The Age of Innocence", "Pulp Fiction" and "Escape from Las Vegas".

The threat is not big, and it doesn't matter if you compete for a while.

"But can you raise the price? Harvey is not short of money."

Duca reminded.

"Yes, we are going to design several packages for Harvey. The higher the price, the more supporting resources and better services you will enjoy. How about it, boss?"

Jasmine smiled.

"Beautiful, do it like this!"

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