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After chatting about business and talking nonsense for a while, Qin Dong stood up and left.

I'll go back at this time to attend the filming crew's wrapping up party.

"Army."

On the way to the Qing Banquet, Qin Dong ordered Zheng Dajun, who was sitting in the passenger seat:

"Inform the undercover and Bona Pictures that each of the two companies will have a share of 100 million for my new movie. If they are willing to invest, they will send someone to the company to sign the contract another day."

China Film Group has already said it will invest 200 million yuan, so the remaining two companies have no choice.

In Qin Dong's view, Anxian and Bona must be ranked behind China Film.

As long as China Film Group says so, Qin Dong will definitely agree.

"Okay, Chairman."

Zheng Dajun nodded.

Qin Dong doesn't have secretaries or assistants around. In fact, he doesn't have any. He has never hired employees for these two positions.

Every time he goes out, he always brings a bodyguard with him, so Zheng Dajun is used to some things. He works part-time as an assistant, but it doesn't really matter. He just occasionally registers scripts, informs others, and writes down certain things.

Compared with his monthly salary and the reward at the end of the year, these are nothing.

Qin Dong nodded slightly and lay with his eyes closed, with many thoughts in his mind.

Originally, according to Qin Dong's estimation, the budget of the new movie was 600-700 million, which was completely sufficient.

If you add in the artificial intelligence that he redeemed later, it might cost more than 100 million.

This time China Film invested 200 million, Dark Line and Bona added 200 million, and the foreign distribution company 300 million, which is 700 million.

Qin Dong didn't even need to pay a penny of the film's cost.

Thinking of the 300 million from foreign companies, Qin Dong opened his eyes and took out his mobile phone:

"HELLO, Martin."

"One thing, I have finally finished filming my TV series. The post-production period will take about ten days at most. Once the post-production process is completed, my new movie will be on the road."

"Well, yes, it's this matter. It costs one billion yuan."

"My own company invested 300 million, our China Film Company here has 200 million, Darkline Pictures has 100 million, Bona Pictures has 100 million, and the remaining 300 million, you can find me a global distribution company."

This time, the total cost of one billion was difficult to convert into U.S. dollars, as it was fragmented, so Qin Dong directly stated it in RMB and asked Martin to convert it himself.

"You can discuss the details. I have no objection to who takes over."

"Of course, if Warner is willing, it can. If it involves Paramount or Universal, that's fine. To me, it's all the same."

"I'll have someone send you the script online."

"Okay, that's it."

There are many things that Qin Dong doesn't want to discuss in person, it's enough for his agent to discuss them.

And it’s not only the issue of investment and finding a global distributor, but also the issue of remuneration for the director and screenwriter.

These require Martin to personally operate, and the person involved will not end up doing this personally.

Whether there is too much negotiation or too little negotiation, whether the price is too high and the negotiation is unpleasant, etc., the agent will always take the blame for these issues. This is the operating model of Hollywood and has nothing to do with the actors, directors, etc. involved.

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Kyoto Grand Hotel.

[My Love from the Star] Finale Banquet.

Qin Dong is very familiar with this large hotel. He has waited in this hotel for many premieres and entrance ceremonies, and many subsequent private banquets have also been held here.

Familiarity saves trouble, so Qin Dong directly rented a large banquet hall as the place for the TV series' final banquet.

Although it costs a little more, it doesn't matter.

"Director Qin is here."

After Qin Dong led people through the door, he was immediately discovered.

"Everyone eats well, drinks well, and has fun."

Qin Dong smiled and stretched out his hand to signal.

In private, Qin Dong is very kind. Regardless of whether he is a member of the crew or a family member, or an actor or actress, as long as someone greets him politely, Qin Dong will also respond politely.

There is no need to be condescending to others in private. This is not work or business, otherwise it would be too disgusting.

"Husband, are you done with your business?"

Mimi came over and asked in a low voice.

She doesn't ask what a man does, she only cares about whether it is done.

"Well, it's done. Is everyone here?"

Qin Dong nodded and looked at the number of people in the hall at the moment. There were so many people. It felt like there were one or two hundred people in the hall, so he asked casually.

"You've been gone for more than three hours, and everyone is here."

Mimi took Qin Dong's arm and walked towards the main seat, introducing him as she walked.

"Hey, there are so many traffic jams these days. Fortunately, it's not during the morning and evening rush hours, otherwise I wouldn't be able to get back for six hours."

Qin Dong thought about the traffic jam and complained.

It's only the end of 2011, no, it's already the beginning of 2012 according to the Gregorian calendar, but in this era of Kyoto, traffic jams are already extremely serious.

Qin Dong was speechless.

If it is not a matter of identity or fear of causing riots, taking the subway is actually the fastest way in big cities.

The subway is on time. Unlike private cars, buses have to be jammed. The subway is free of jams throughout the city. One hour is enough to go around the capital.

"Director Qin, I respect you. My family and I are very grateful that Director Qin gave me the opportunity and signed me before I graduated."

The real host has arrived and the banquet has officially begun.

As the number one male protagonist of "My Love from the Star", Xu Wenfeng sat at the main table and was the first to stand up. He held the wine glass in both hands and bent down to toast.

"It's not your first day joining the company. Stop saying these polite words. Improve your acting skills honestly and be a diligent person. That's enough."

Qin Dong picked up the wine glasses, clinked them and made a few remarks.

"Yes, if you obey Director Qin's instructions, you must behave upright."

Xu Wenfeng nodded quickly and reassured.

"Director Qin..."

Following closely behind was Lin Yun'er, imitating Xu Wenfeng's example and standing up with a wine glass in hand.

"What are you doing?"

Qin Dong stared:

"Sit down, why are you joining in the fun? Just do it honestly."

Lin Yoona's eyes widened, a little at a loss, and her eyes drifted towards Mimi involuntarily.

Mimi noticed the foreign girl's peek, feeling a little helpless and having a headache.

It's really hard to change a man's love interest. What's the relationship between Lin Yuner and Qin Dong? Mimi is not a fool. The two crew members have seen it for a long time. Even if they hide it, sometimes, some small actions and small eyes can make people laugh.

Bystanders noticed the clues.

"Yooner, sit down, this is a time for men to drink, so we women shouldn't join in the fun."

Thinking that she also had a later identity, Mimi still didn't want to embarrass Lin Yoona, so she took the initiative to signal.

"Ah, oh, thank you, Sister Mimi."

Yoona obediently sat down and didn't forget to thank Mimi.

This table is occupied by important figures in the crew, including several leading actors.

"Director Qin, I'd like to toast you and thank you for giving me a chance. To be honest, I don't have a high degree of education and I'm not an actor. My words are all in the wine. You can do whatever you want, I'll do it."

A very tall young man stood up and said a few words, then drank two ounces of wine in one gulp.

"Sheng Yilun, right? Your acting skills are indeed very immature."

Looking at this young man, his height of 180cm is very conspicuous.

This is also an artist from the Daqin Empire Entertainment Company. The young man is not bad looking. He is born in 1990, but his education is low. He has a high school diploma. He became a model directly after graduating from high school. He was spotted by Xu Li, the manager of the agency department, and signed him.

"If you want to be an actor, then spend more time studying acting. In the past two years, play more supporting roles and accumulate experience."

Qin Dong gave a few pointers casually.

Because I am an artist in my own company, my words are accurate.

If an actor wants to go far, he must take a long-term view. He must not rush to make money or earn a position right after he emerges. Without acting skills, even if the TV series becomes popular, people will complain about it. This is not a long-term development.

road.

"Yes, what Director Qin told me is that I must take note of it. After studying hard for the past two years, Director Xu has won me the qualification to be a non-staff student at the School of Art."

"Um."

Qin Dong nodded and glanced at Sheng Yilun strangely.

This young man is so valued by Xu Li, everything has been arranged.

Here...

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