Rebirth of Xiangjiang - 1978

Although Alan Ryder Jr. has never collaborated with Lin Daoqiu, the two have only met a few times.

But in his eyes, Lin Daoqiu was definitely not someone who could be easily satisfied.

Especially now, the power that "Godzilla" has exploded has fascinated everyone in North America.

Even those who didn't like science fiction movies were dragged into the theater by their relatives and friends to watch it.

Outside the theater showing "Godzilla", there was a long queue of people, even from the street to the end of the street.

Many viewers who have already watched "Godzilla", the first thing they do after leaving the theater is to immediately turn around and queue up. They seem to be possessed and want to watch it again.

At the same time, when "Godzilla" was in theaters, Lin Daoqiu did not turn on the air conditioner in the hotel, nor did he go to the beach to bask in the sun.

Instead, he ran to Warner's headquarters to chat with Ashley.

Lin Daoqiu's first film released in Hollywood was distributed by Warner Bros. Four years have passed in the blink of an eye.

"Mr. Lin, long time no see."

Ashley doesn't like Lin Daoqiu, he dislikes this guy very much.

Although Lin Daoqiu helped Warner make a lot of money at first, but later failed to compete with Fox for the copyright of "Mission Impossible", so Ashley's impression of Lin Daoqiu became very bad.

But later, Lin Daoqiu chose to cooperate with Universal and filmed "Home Alone", "The Mummy", "Tomb Raider", and now "Godzilla".

Each of these films became more popular than the last, and Lin Daoqiu became a well-known film master in Hollywood and even around the world.

Looking back at the beginning, if I had kept Lin Daoqiu at Warner, Warner would be the one taking the limelight now, not Universal.

"Mr. Ashley, after four years of separation, you still look as young as before."

Lin Daoqiu stepped forward and shook hands with Ashley, and then the two sat down opposite each other.

Ashley didn't understand why Lin Daoqiu suddenly came to Warner to see him at this time. Did he want to show off his power and ridicule himself? See his own joke? Or did he have some other intention.

"Actually, I came to see you today because I want to discuss something with you."

"Mr. Lin, please tell me, if there is anything I can do to help you, I will do my best."

Ashley smiled and nodded, but in his heart he kept wondering what Lin Daoqiu's purpose was in coming to him.

"I hope Warner can join the ranks of releasing "Godzilla"..."

When Lin Daoqiu finished speaking, Ashley was stunned for a moment, then he looked at the other person in shock, and then laughed.

"Haha... Mr. Lin is really good at joking. "Godzilla" has been co-distributed by Universal and Fox, and you still want Warner to join it. This is really too greedy."

Ashley felt that Lin Daoqiu was a bit whimsical. Who did he think he was?

Lin Daoqiu had actually been mentally prepared for Ashley's answer, because when he talked about this matter with Alan Ryder Jr., the other party also felt that he was thinking too much.

"What does Mr. Ashley think of little Alan Ryder?"

Lin Daoqiu did not continue talking about "Godzilla", but turned the topic to Alan Ryder Jr.

Ashley must know something about the head of Fox.

Arrogant and arrogant, but indeed capable, otherwise Fox would not have produced so many blockbuster movies, especially the "Star Wars" series, which is Fox's most profitable weapon.

"I don't understand Mr. Lin's question."

Hearing the other party's question, Lin Daoqiu smiled first and then said.

"When I first went to see Chairman Alan, his first reaction was to refuse to cooperate with me, but then he agreed. Do you know why?"

This matter has spread in the industry, and Ashley has heard about it to some extent.

"I heard that you took little Alan Ryder to see "Godzilla", and then he agreed to your request. Could it be that Mr. Lin plans to repeat the same trick today and also wants to take me to see "Godzilla"?

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Ashley doesn't think that after watching "Godzilla", he will change his mind and join the ranks of releasing "Godzilla".

Lin Daoqiu actually didn't have such an idea, because he didn't plan to spend too much time on Ashley.

"I'm sorry, I don't have that much time."

Lin Daoqiu shook his head directly, which made Ashley very unhappy.

Why are you willing to take little Alan Ryder to see "Godzilla", but when it comes to yourself, you do nothing.

"You think I'm not as good as little Alan Ryder?"

Ashley was very unhappy. He felt that Lin Daoqiu was really not a good lobbyist, and even the words he said were a bit bad.

"It's not because of this, but I think Mr. Ashley has more experience than Chairman Alan and has a more long-term vision."

Ashley didn't say anything, but just looked at Lin Daoqiu. Was he trying to flatter himself?

If it is true, then this level of flattery is far from enough.

"Although the box office of "Godzilla" has not yet been released today, it can be predicted from the crowds of people queuing that this movie will definitely set a new record at the box office of North American movies. I wonder what Mr. Ashley thinks of this?"

In fact, Ashley somewhat agreed with Lin Daoqiu's words.

But in order to prevent Lin Daoqiu from being too arrogant in front of him, Ashley just shrugged.

"Maybe, but before the final results come out, Mr. Lin should not be too happy, lest he be too happy later and it will be bad."

After Ashley finished speaking, Lin Daoqiu suddenly stood up from his chair.

Then he walked to the floor-to-ceiling window next to him and stood there overlooking the street view below.

"Although I don't know how the business of the theaters that cooperate with Warner is going today, I'm sure that within a month at least, those theaters will be deserted."

Regarding this point, Ashley has nothing to argue with, because it is indeed the case.

Except for the theaters showing "Godzilla", the business of other theaters is really bad.

"What would Mr. Ashley think if this situation lasted for a month?"

"Mr. Lin seems to be overconfident in himself. One month? I think it's amazing that the popularity of "Godzilla" can last for two weeks."

Ashley doesn't think the "Godzilla" viewing craze will last long, and the current craze is already extreme if it can last for two weeks.

"If I say that the craze for watching "Godzilla" can last for two months, what would Mr. Ashley think?"

After Lin Daoqiu said these words, Ashley felt that this guy was crazy.

"No one will have trouble with money. What I hope is that everyone can make money together. If Mr. Ashley is interested, you can call me at any time. I will wait for you."

After Lin Daoqiu finished speaking, he left Ashley's office...