Rebirth of Xiangjiang - 1978

Unexpectedly, Ashley would invite him to join Warner.

But if you think about it carefully, it seems normal. After all, "Mission: Impossible" took in 60 million at the box office in its first week.

This is already the best result among the movies released and produced by Warner this year.

And this is just the first week's results. I believe that within the next month, this movie will definitely exceed 100 million.

At first, Ashley couldn't believe that the creator of this drama was actually a young man who was only nineteen years old.

But judging from the news he has collected recently, although it sounds a bit horrifying, it is all true.

"Mr. Lin, Warner has strong strength, a lot of funds and the best production team in Hollywood. If you are willing to join us, I guarantee that your creativity will be displayed to the world to the greatest extent."

Ashley is indeed right. Compared with Shaw Brothers, joining Warner Bros. is indeed a very wise choice.

If Lin Daoqiu really agrees to Ashley joining Warner, then from now on he won't need to worry about production fees and can film whatever he wants.

"I think Mr. Lin should seriously consider my proposal."

For Ashley, if Lin Daoqiu can be recruited to Warner, then their company may be able to compete with other Hollywood production companies in the future.

At least in the action movie genre, Warner will be able to occupy a place in Hollywood in the future, and it may even be able to dominate.

"I'm sorry Mr. Ashley, I'm not interested in joining any company. I'm still used to being an independent filmmaker."

Lin Daoqiu has never thought of joining any Hollywood film company, and there is no company worthy of his service.

If it was about cooperation, Lin Daoqiu might be very interested, but if he wanted to join the other party's company, then Lin Daoqiu could only decline the other party's kindness.

"Why?"

Ashley couldn't understand. He thought it was incredible that Lin Daoqiu refused.

In his opinion, it was simply unbelievable that a filmmaker from Hong Kong would refuse Warner's invitation.

"There's no reason, I can only say I'm sorry."

Lin Daoqiu didn't plan to explain too much to Ashley.

After being rejected by Lin Daoqiu, the expression on Ashley's face suddenly became not very good-looking.

However, he did not intend to fall out with Lin Daoqiu on the spot, because the other party had helped Warner earn 30 million so far.

Even if there is no way to include him in Warner, Ashley does not want to fall out with Lin Daoqiu.

"Okay, I respect Mr. Lin's wishes, but Warner's door will always be open for you. If you change your mind, you can call me at any time."

Ashley could only shrug his shoulders and express regret. After all, he looked confident before and felt that Lin Daoqiu would definitely agree to him.

He just didn't expect that he would fail in the end, which can be said to be a bit of a shock to him.

"Actually, we might be able to cooperate in another way."

Although Lin Daoqiu refused to join Warner, it did not mean that he was unwilling to cooperate with the other party. After all, Lin Daoqiu was really short of money now.

Before he left Neon, he left 100 million yen for mag as daily capital. Now he only has less than 1 million US dollars left in his hand. He is really poor.

But this is only temporary. "Mission: Impossible" has almost been released in Asia, and I will probably get 6 million US dollars by then.

If nothing unexpected happens in Hollywood, Lin Daoqiu will be able to get a share of US$15 million in revenue after the box office exceeds 100 million.

In addition to the box office, there is also a good income from selling video tapes, but I am afraid that I will have to wait until next year to get this money.

So in general, this movie "Mission: Impossible" earned Lin Daoqiu more than 20 million US dollars, and this was evenly divided with Shaw.

"Another way of cooperation?"

After hearing what Lin Daoqiu said, Ashley immediately became interested.

"I want to talk to Ashley about the future."

"you say."

Ashley nodded, looking like he was very interested in Lin Daoqiu's topic.

"I want to know how much share I can get if the movies I make are handed over to Warner Bros."

Ashley has no doubt that Lin Daoqiu's next film will be a hit.

Because "Mission Impossible" is obviously a series, as long as Lin Daoqiu continues to make sequels, it will definitely still make money.

"We have a 70/70 split with Mr. Shao. If Mr. Lin hands us the sequel to Mission Impossible, I am willing to sign the same split with you."

It sounds like Ashley is very good to Lin Daoqiu. If the movie is not released before, this share may be barely acceptable.

But now if he still wants to put on the airs of a Hollywood company in front of him, then Lin Daoqiu will probably let Ashley down.

"Of course I hope to continue to cooperate with Warner, but a 30-70 score is impossible. I think a 50-50 score is the most reasonable."

Ashley never expected that Lin Daoqiu would split the issue in half as soon as he opened his mouth. Is this possible? This is simply ridiculous.

"Hahaha... Mr. Lin is really humorous, 50/50?"

From Ashley's point of view, the 30% share he was willing to give the other party was considered pretty good, but he didn't expect that he was so greedy that he wanted half of it.

Not mentioning him, I am afraid that when Ashley brings this matter to the board of directors for discussion, no one present will agree to this request for a share.

"Mr. Ashley, I'm not joking. If Warner is willing to help run the next movie, I hope to get 50%."

Lin Daoqiu looked at the other party seriously. He was in no mood and had no time to joke with Ashley.

And when Ashley saw Lin Daoqiu's serious expression, he slowly put away his smile.

"Mr. Lin, with all due respect, no matter if you get this condition from any Hollywood company, I bet no one will agree to your condition."

Ashley was not joking. In his opinion, his willingness to give Lin Daoqiu 30% was considered a very generous thing.

I didn't expect that Lin Daoqiu didn't know how to be grateful. This guy was really a bit too much.

"This is just your guess, but I have made my opinion very clear. If Warner wants to cooperate in the future, I will only accept an equal share of the contract. I have something else to do, so I'll excuse you."

After Lin Daoqiu finished speaking, he stood up because he and Ashley had nothing to talk about.

"Mr. Lin, I believe you will regret it when the time comes, because with me, there is absolutely no chance of 50/50."

Ashley's attitude is also very firm. It is absolutely impossible for Lin Daoqiu to be evenly matched with Warner.