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Chapter 582: Million Club
Greg Peters was not surprised to hear Martin's words. He smiled and said, "Martin, we have an idea, and this is what Netflix is ​​going to do."

David Fincher, however, poured cold water on the idea: "The existing Internet, computers and ordinary home devices cannot achieve the same viewing experience as in a cinema."

Greg was prepared for this: "So our self-made content is not a blockbuster with fancy visual effects, but the plot is the most important."

Martin suddenly remembered Jennifer Siebel's film and said, "I have a project on hand with relatively limited investment. It's a romantic comedy, and its prospects for entering theaters are uncertain."

Greg quickly asked, "Are you starring in it?"

"I'm not the lead actor in this movie. My studio invested in it." Martin knew how to arouse the other party's interest and said, "The leading actress is Jennifer Siebel."

Greg confirmed: "Jennifer Siebel Newsom? Gavin Newsom's wife?"

Martin said: "That's her."

Greg realized the potential value of the film and said, "Can I see the script? If you want to sell this film, please let me know first."

"I'll have someone send you the script tomorrow." Martin thought that selling the film to Netflix might bring in more revenue: "When the film is finished, I'll invite you to watch the sample."

Greg said to Martin, "I'm not going back to San Francisco today. I'm staying in Los Angeles for one night and waiting for your script tomorrow."

Compared to these two, David Fincher is much more pure and simply didn't interrupt.

Greg then said, “David, Martin, if there is a suitable project, can you be invited to produce high-quality content for Netflix?”

Neither Martin nor David Fincher showed any intention of agreeing to the offer for the time being.

For David Fincher, a traditional Hollywood director, working with Netflix is ​​not the best choice.

Martin doesn't want to give Netflix any clear answer for the time being.

If Netflix wants to expand its territory, the best things are those that are not easily available.

Greg knew that it would be difficult to convince these traditional Hollywood directors and stars. The key was not what he said, but what kind of compensation Netflix could pay.

The topic ended here, and Martin said goodbye and left.

Greg left the banquet hall and went to check in.

David Fincher accompanied him upstairs and asked, "Does Netflix really want to invest huge sums of money in a project?"

Greg said: "Reed Hastings wants to shoot a high-quality series that can continue to attract users, but the project has not yet been determined. I recommended you to him."

David Fincher's view will not change for a while: "Wait until I finish Gone Girl."

The two got into the elevator and as soon as they walked out of the elevator door, David Fincher saw a familiar person, the new president of DC Films, Hamada, and smiled and nodded at him.

Although the two sides were not familiar with each other, they knew each other, and Hamada also responded.

Following Hamada was a blonde actress.

The two men were the first to turn out of the elevator and enter the same room.

David Fincher had a vague impression that it seemed to be an Australian actress.

On the other side, Martin returned home and found several guests at home. Kristen Stewart from next door came with her friends to set off fireworks with Elizabeth.

The three Stallone sisters, Sophia, Sistine and Scarlett, plus the Fanning sisters, led by Elizabeth, moved the stock out of the warehouse and set off fireworks.

Not long after, Charlize Theron from next door came over to join in the fun.

After a while of commotion, everyone dispersed.

Martin and Elizabeth began their romantic night.

The next morning, after sending Elizabeth to Louise, Martin came to the studio and asked someone to send a copy of the script to the Hilton Hotel.

Greg read the script carefully and found that the heroine had many artistic scenes. He called Martin and asked, "Are you sure Jennifer Siebel will play the heroine? Does she agree to play the role in the script?"

Martin replied: "Jennifer handed the script to me personally."

Greg understood and said solemnly: "Martin, when this play is finished, you must inform me as soon as possible!"

Martin responded: "No problem."

As long as the movie "Romantic Troubles" is not a terrible one, there is an 80% chance that it will sell.

Martin is very particular about what he does. While making profits for himself, he tries his best to ensure that investors do not lose money.

As they were about to leave for the filming of Gone Girl, Martin made a special appointment with Leonardo and Nicholson to have tea together in the afternoon.

In Leonardo's mansion, the three of them enjoyed afternoon tea.

Martin questioned Leonardo: "Where is the Eastern European party you mentioned? More than two months have passed, and there is no news at all."

Nicholson didn't let him go: "Do you plan to bring them to the cemetery to see me when I lie in the coffin?" Leonardo laughed: "I will bring a group of Russian beauties to dance for you."

Martin put down his teacup and tapped the table with his fingers: "Don't change the subject, Leo. Where is your promise? Where is your conscience? Where is your morality? Where is your credibility? Have they all been thrown to the dogs?"

Leonardo said, "I'm sorry. I took a few girls to Hawaii for vacation recently and forgot about this. Please wait a moment. I will contact the person soon and I promise to satisfy you."

Nicholson said, "I'll trust you just once more."

Martin's attitude suddenly changed: "Leo, you may not know that Jack will soon usher in a new married life."

Leonardo became interested: "Really? Great, let me think about it."

He pointed at Nicholson first and said, "You're going to get married, it's dangerous!" Then he pointed at Martin and said, "Jack, have you forgotten what Martin, that bastard, likes to do the most?"

Nicholson automatically responded, "Someone else's wife or fiancée!"

Martin didn't expect that these two bastards would join forces.

Nicholson said: "Luckily, I never thought about marrying Meryl Streep."

Martin was speechless: "You two's worries are totally unnecessary."

Nicholson patted Martin on the shoulder and said, "For the sake of our brotherhood, I will never give Meryl any chance."

Leonardo responded: "Meryl is not as good as 19-year-old Jennifer Lawrence."

Nicholson countered, "Leo, marry Lorraine. I don't mind you being a playboy. Let's go to Las Vegas to get the marriage certificate now. Martin and I will take care of everything for the wedding."

Martin said: "If we get divorced tomorrow, the house will be renamed Nicholson."

Leonardo angrily shouted, "I treat you as my brothers, but you are plotting against my property! Very well, I will get you drunk today!"

After having afternoon tea, the three of them went to the small bar indoors.

Martin and Nicholson picked out two bottles of the most expensive wine from the wine cellar, and decided not to go home until they were drunk tonight.

Until Leonardo was drunk again and shouted "Gisele Bundchen".

In the next two days, Martin went to the crew of "John Wick 2" to discuss action design issues with Chad and Chen Hu.

Next, he will go to Mississippi to shoot, which may last for two months.

Just as Martin left Los Angeles, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button broke the $2 million mark at the North American box office.

After the Oscars, the box office of several popular films increased. Although "Benjamin" only won two insignificant awards, it still took advantage of the popularity of the Oscars to achieve a rebound in the North American box office, reaching a cumulative total of 2.03 million US dollars.

The film will be screened for a long time and will not be removed from North American theaters for the time being.

Overseas, the box office has also exceeded 2 million US dollars, and after the Oscars, several countries have purchased the screening rights for the film, so the global box office can continue to rise.

The film also surpassed the $3.27 million of "Seven", creating David Fincher's best box office performance in his career.

With the success of several films in a row, there is a voice in the industry that Martin's ability to bring in box office revenue alone is close to the level of top superstars.

"Gone Girl" also announced Martin's salary for the new film, and the basic salary is as high as 2000 million US dollars!
Excluding the supplementary remuneration for "John Wick" and "Benjamin," Martin truly entered the 20 million club with "Gone Girl."

No one disputes that Martin was paid $2000 million for the project, which was financed by his studio.

Because of the box office performance of many previous films, Martin has proven that he is worthy of a $2000 million salary!

The Hollywood Reporter published an article on its front page the next day: Hollywood's 20 million club has added a new member - Martin Davis!
"In this era of star shortage, Martin Davis deserves the title of star more than Johnny Depp and Keanu Reeves. The latter two have only proved their strong box office appeal in a single series, while Martin Davis has proved his commercial strength through multiple different series and different types of films!"

In her mansion in Burbank, Blake Lively was lost in thought for a moment as she read the entertainment headlines in The Hollywood Reporter.

Even she didn't expect that the high-quality stock would soon become a star that could be compared with Will Smith, Tom Cruise and Leonardo DiCaprio.

Eric Lively came in from outside at this time. Before he even got close, he said, "Oh my God, has the Pacific Ocean flowed into your head? You actually gave up the leading role in a big production with a production budget of $2 million!"

Blake didn't bother to deal with his brother who was not in his right mind.

Eric didn't finish his words: "Such a good opportunity, your father did so much for you in advance, but you just gave up with a few words."

Blake frowned and asked, "Who got the role?"

Eric said: "I heard that DC Films President Hamada overruled all opposition and chose Australian actress Abby Nikesh as the leading actress."

Blake said casually: "I understand. This project has nothing to do with me anymore. Don't mention it in front of me again."

Warner Bros. convened a grand press conference, hosted by new CEO Kevin Tsujihara himself, and officially announced film projects such as "Pharaohs and Gods" and "Green Lantern" to the outside world.

This also marks the beginning of a new era for Warner.

(End of this chapter)