hollywood draw

Those who have achieved some success in Hollywood basically cannot talk about lack of money. The reason why this circle is so popular is because it has much higher income than other industries.

Fame and fortune have always been complementary. As the latest Oscar winner, Helen Hunter naturally does not lack fame, and does not lack money.

Of course, not having enough money is just relative, everything depends on whom. Compared with most ordinary practitioners in the circle, she is definitely a member of the success, but compared with the top big guys in the circle, the income she earns from filming or endorsement is still not enough.

Beverly Hills is generally the choice for practitioners in the circle, and this is the traditional wealthy area of ​​Los Angeles.

There are only a few rich areas in Los Angeles. Compared with the Santa Monica Valley where wildfires burn inexplicably every year, and the Malibu Beach, which is relatively far away, Beverly Hills is the first ideal place for successful people in the circle in any way.

There are even countless men and women who come to Los Angeles from all over the world to come to Hollywood to pursue their dreams. Many people’s dream is to own a house of their own in Beverly Hills.

The living environment here has a top-notch experience in terms of security. The only disadvantage is that the top-notch luxury houses also have top-notch prices far exceeding the market price.

For today's Christopher Rokencourt and others, they witnessed what the best mansion is from the beginning of their car entering Mulholland Road.

Unlike Helen Hunter, Christopher Rokencourt drove the car, even when facing the security check at the entrance of Greenberg Manor, he did not show envy. At least his face was calm, which was completely in line with the knowledgeable personality of an ancient earl descendant.

"Hani, it's so shocking here."

Looking at the marble columns on both sides of the manor gate, the Oscar Queen's eyes flashed with yearning and muttering to herself. Unlike the mansion they saw on the road, the large porch columns of this manor are filled with traces of time. All the columns are carved with ancient floral patterns, and they are extremely clean and have no common stains that mottled years gather.

Facing his girlfriend's muttering, Christopher Rokencourt shrugged and did not speak. After a brief inspection by the security staff, his car finally slowly entered the manor. In fact, there was also a hint of undetectable shock in the depths of his eyes.

Living here can avoid all the snooping eyes from the outside! This is the feeling that the two of them have when they enter the manor gate.

The car has slowly entered the manor, but only in front of me can I see the guard room and the woods, and the sight in front of me is blocked by a huge garden. I am afraid that no practitioner in the circle can dislike the privacy design.

The car drove along the winding main road along the way. In the sight of the two, except for the garden slowly being left behind, the manor was built along the mountain, and the main buildings built entirely using the mountain began to come into view. At the end of the two people's left and right vision were huge crape myrtle trees connected together.

It is precisely these crape myrtle trees surrounding the manor that perfectly conceal their peeping eyes. It is easy to draw a conclusion that if you want to enter here without the owner's permission, you either fall from the sky or you can only climb the cliff at the end of the main building of the manor.

Christopher Rokencourt drove the car and slowly stopped by the fountain in the small square in front of the main building. Facing the car door that the butler Hela took the initiative to open, he thanked him in a gentlemanly manner, stood beside the car and looked up at the main building.

This is a huge three-story villa main building made of granite and marble, with a deep wall full of time. The first feeling it gives people is the foundation and precipitation.

"Please, Mr. Greenberg is waiting for you."

Unfortunately, Hela completely ignored the exploration of the main building in the eyes of the man and woman, and politely invited the two to walk towards the awning on the lawn.

Following the butler's footsteps, Helen Hunter observed the interior of the manor curiously. Not only did she feel the men around her, but also felt an invisible pressure when they entered the manor.

Christopher Rokencourt's eyes were a little erratic, and his mind became chaotic at this time. He was already a little regretful and accepted this invitation. But as long as he thought about the seeds planted before and looked at the environment he was in, an uncontrollable throbbing and excitement slowly rose from the bottom of his heart.

"Hi, Wayne."

When he came to the sunshade, he looked at the young boss lying on the lounge chair, his eyes instantly became firm. After nodding and thanking the butler, he greeted him very well. "The environment in your manor is great, well, the scenery is so beautiful that it is simply amazing."

"Hi Chris."

He reached out and took off the large sunglasses on his face, Wayne turned his head gently, looking at the men and women beside him with a smile. "Hi, Ms. Hunter, sorry, I fell asleep just now, welcome you."

As he said that, he pointed to the chair beside him. "Sit down and chat, there is something to drink in the ice bucket, you can do it yourself."

In the short time of meeting, both men were observing each other, especially Wayne. When facing the familiarity of the visitor, they did not show any unpleasantness. Instead, they greeted each other enthusiastically like an old friend who had not seen for a long time.

Looking at Christopher Rokencourt, he couldn't help but nod his head secretly. This guy didn't know anything wrong with his appearance and manners.

"Seeing the videos you invest in are constantly selling well, and there are also popular peripheral products like "The Matrix".

Knocking a bottle of beer out of the ice bucket, Christopher Rokencourt raised his head and took a big sip, putting down the bottle. He looked at Wayne who had already sat up, and said cheerfully and directly: "I always give a illusion for a movie investor like me, that is, investing in Hollywood movies can always make a lot of money."

Speaking of this, he shrugged and praised the other party without a trace. When he saw the smile on the man sitting opposite him, he continued: "But whenever this illusion pours into his mind, I will force myself to remind myself that the continuous investment in movies that have been successful is just an individual phenomenon for a genius like you."

Wayne raised the bottle of wine in his hand, smiled and shook his head and touched the other party for a while, but did not answer the topic. He knew that these seemed to be superficial sighs and also a test of the other party.

However, what the other party said is true. If you don’t mention other films, the box office numbers of "The Matrix" have been driving the sales of peripheral products since the first film was released.

A special phenomenon similar to the hot-selling peripheral products of "The Matrix", let alone R-level films, it is difficult to appear even in family movies. Once the peripheral products are booming, the so-called box office revenue will become less important invisibly.

At this time, peripheral products will become the protagonist and become the main income point of production companies and distribution companies, which can be regarded as a low input and high output income guarantee.

The most notable point is that the two projects under preparation, "Wonder Woman" and "Superman", have not yet started to be officially filmed, and Warner Bros. has signed manufacturing and sales contracts with dozens of surrounding manufacturers.

Even in order to sign a contract with Warner Bros. in advance, countless peripheral commodity manufacturers were willing to accept Warner Bros.’s commission.

The reason for this phenomenon is very simple, that is, the director and producer of the film are called Wayne Greenberg. No one can deny that as long as the film producer brings this name in the column, the surrounding products will often show a big trend, and there have basically never been any accidents.

"Okay, let's talk about the main business."

After the two of them exchanged greetings, Wayne nodded to the inconspicuous Nina beside him. The assistant lady took out a few documents at the right time and placed them on the table between the two men.

"Chris Greenberg Studio has started a series of collaboration projects with Warner Bros. This year, I believe you will definitely understand it before you come to me."

Christopher Rokencott nodded slightly and opened the top page under Wayne's gaze. Yes, he has been paying attention to relevant news. When he learned that Greenberg Studio would face financial difficulties, he also called himself to recommend it immediately.

"This year, my studio has invested in and produced two projects in a row." Seeing that the other party opened the prepared information, Wayne lit a cigarette and introduced the relevant information in a hurry. "The two projects of "Quick Chase" and "King Kong", as well as the upcoming "The Lord of the Ring", have basically emptied most of the studio's cash flow..."

Listening to the introduction, Christopher Rokencourt looked through the information on the table, and what was placed in front of him were two project plans that had not been reported by the media.

The first thing that catches your eye is a type of film that is different from mainstream commercial films. To put it more accurately, this is a drama film about animals. Of course, there is definitely no special information in this plan. After all, this is different from the detailed plan handed over to the film company. The main purpose is to allow investors to understand the background of the film and the market prospects they have to face.

“$18 million?”

Without any hesitation, he turned directly to the last page. When he saw the project's expected investment figures, he raised his head in surprise and looked at the man opposite the table.

"Yes, the investment in this project is not very big." Wayne shrugged and replied: "This is just a feature film. As long as you don't invite big stars to join, the production cost will not be particularly high."

Nodding gently, Christopher Rokencourt lowered his head again and continued to look through the information behind it. He knew very well that although he was making a drama film with a cost of nearly 20 million US dollars, it was extremely luxurious in the circle, but after the producer changed to the man opposite, everything made sense.

As we all know in Hollywood, Wayne Greenberg likes to make big money, and this is a filmmaker who can spend money and make more money.

If it were just this feature film project, this amount of money would not be worthy of the other party's financing. There is no doubt that the big end of the funding gap is still in the subsequent projects.

When he saw the second game adaptation project, Christopher Rokencott sighed in his heart, and it was true. This game "Tomb Raider" that had just been released for less than two years, unexpectedly, the movie adaptation rights were obtained by the other party early.

When he saw the terrifying investment of up to 80 million US dollars marked on the last page of the project, he was not surprised, nor did he choose to ask again, but continued to turn back.

Later in this project, he found that it was still a game adaptation project, and this game change project with zombies as the background, the protagonist is still a woman, and the production cost is also as high as $3,500. When he saw this, he inevitably frowned slightly.

After closing the information on the table, Christopher Rokencott looked at Wayne. If these three items were taken out by others, he would definitely throw them back to the other party's face as soon as possible, and then spit out a strong mouthful of thick phlegm and let the other party get out of here.

Regardless of how long he has been in Hollywood, to some extent, he is definitely a qualified film investor, at least he has no shortage of basic common sense.

However, as long as the three projects in front of you are qualified investors, none of them are normal mainstream videos.

In comparison, the first animal drama film with a smaller investment is actually the most reliable one. As for the two projects behind, one is arguably matched by the other.

There are countless people in Hollywood who have made up ideas about the game, but with a little understanding, you can find that so far, there can be said that there is no movie called a successful one. What's more amazing is that the protagonists of these two game adaptations are definitely women.

In other words, the person who brought it out was Wayne. If you change to someone else, Christopher Rokencourt would even save superficial skills.

"How is it?" Wayne saw the slowly changing emotions on the other party's face. Instead of trying to explain anything, he held a cigarette in his mouth and asked casually: "Are you interested?"

Obviously, Christopher Rokencott also figured out this point. Wayne Greenberg was sitting opposite him, and there was no need to explain the specific issues of the project to himself. He was sure that if he expressed no interest now, others would come to him with money tomorrow.

“Three projects…”

He picked up the ice beer and looked up and took a sip. He looked at the other person's eyes and said, "Wayne, I said it."

"Just say it, Chris."

"According to your plan, these three projects will be co-produced with Warner Bros. So, I wonder how big your funding gap is?"

Wayne nodded thoughtfully, looked across the table and asked, "It seems that you are very interested in these three projects."

Seeing the other party nodding without hesitation, he thought for a moment and said with a smile: "My studio has cash flow and we must give priority to the three projects that have been launched, so... the funding gap for these three projects will be around 50 million US dollars!"

Since he dared to invite the other party to come, Wayne was not afraid of the other party's appetite at all. From his perspective, the bigger the appetite of this European count, the better.

Hearing his words, Christopher Rokencourt immediately smiled. The feeling that the people present showed was a $50 million investment, which was not a problem for him at all.

"I need a little time to think about it, Wayne."

He gently patted the three-point project information on the table, and he cheerfully raised the beer bottle. "You know, Wayne, this is not a small amount of money, I need time to think about it."

"Can."

The two touched the bottle and Wayne nodded. "But it can't be too long. Chris, I can tell you clearly that there are others who have also expressed strong willingness to raise funds to me. I can't wait for you for too long. The reason I first talked to you was because you were the first to have the intention to invest."

In the eyes of Christopher Rokencott and Helen Hunter, it is normal for the other party to perform like this. After all, this person is called Wayne Greenberg. As long as the other party's production project fails for the first time, it is impossible to lack potential investors.

"Maximum three days."

Rubbing three project information, he looked at Wayne and said, "At the latest three days, I will give you an accurate reply."

"Okay, I'll wait for you." Wayne was very easy to speak.

Even Helen Hunter, who was standing beside him, sighed in his heart, everyone said that Wayne Greenberg was not easy to contact in private, but in fact, the rumors were just rumors.

The one who appeared in front of her was a gentle and polite young gentleman with a steady appearance, a tough and handsome appearance, and was not as domineering as rumored in the circle. The reason why the other party acts so well is attributed to the face of her boyfriend around her.

"Well......"

Even I didn't expect things to go so well. Christopher Rokencourt glanced at three project materials again, a trace of struggle flashed in his eyes, and then hid to the deepest part. "Wayne, can I take these three things back..."

"no problem."

With a generous wave, Wayne directly signaled that the other party could take it away. "Although there is nothing particularly confidential here, Chris, I still have to remind you to keep it confidential."

After saying that, he looked at the assistant lady in secret. In fact, even he did not expect that the descendant of the European count would be so happy. He did not expect that the fifty million US dollar investment did not make the other party hesitate at all.

There was a message in the eyes of the two of them almost at the same time, and this guy's appetite was either bigger or smaller than they had previously imagined.

"Chris, actually..."

Seeing that the main thing was about to be finished, Wayne showed hesitation on his face. He looked at the man sitting opposite the table and said slowly: "In fact, I didn't expect that you had such a lot of cash flow, nor did I expect that you would be so interested in all three projects."

Although he didn't know what the other party wanted to express, Christopher Rokencott shrugged exaggeratedly and teased heartily: "Hey, this is a Wayne Greenberg production project. Who in Hollywood will refuse to invest in a Wayne Greenberg production project? Right?"

His exaggerated teasing made both men smile on their faces.

After laughing, Wayne seemed to have made some decision temporarily, looked across the table and said, "Actually, Greenberg Studio has a larger project plan. Originally, Steven Spielberg was interested in participating in the investment, if you are also interested..."

Christopher Rokencourt and others were stunned for a moment and subconsciously said, "Ahhh, of course."

After reacting, he nodded without hesitation. "You know, Wayne, I am very confident in your project. Although the cash flow in my hands may not be sufficient, just give me some time and I can raise a large amount of cash in a short time."

Wayne waved to Nina, and the assistant lady took out a thick piece of information from her briefcase and put it on the table between the two of them.

Just when Christopher Rokencourt wanted to reach out to open the project information, Wayne extended his hand and pressed on the information.

In the other party's surprised eyes, he put away all the expressions on his face and said seriously: "Chris, I don't want this thing to be involved or not, no matter whether you participate in it or not, there is any news about this project outside, ok?"

"Ok, I know the rules, Wayne." The more cautious Wayne showed, the more excited Christopher Rokencourt was. He nodded without hesitation. "If you need it, I can sign a confidentiality agreement."

Then the hand pressed on the information was retracted. "No, I trust you, Chris."

About half an hour later, the second information Nina took out was left in place, while Christopher Rokencourt took Shanghai Lun Hunter and the first three project information and hurriedly left the manor.

It’s not that he doesn’t want to take away the part on the table, but Wayne made it clear that he can only take away this part after making a definite investment decision. There’s no way, this part is really too important.

Looking at the black hummingbird sports car that was started by the small fountain, Nina habitually pushed the glasses on her face and turned her head to look at the man on the recliner. "I thought you wouldn't start the second plan."

"no way."

Wayne sighed and sucked a big cigarette hard. "I shouldn't have asked him to come to the manor. I believe you have discovered it too. This guy has been trying hard to hide some uneasiness since he sat down. But his appetite is so big, so I'll provide him with the best stage."

It was obvious that the entire estate put a lot of pressure on Christopher Rokencourt. Wayne even suspected that the pressure could be so high that the bait taken out in front would not work. So he simply increased the amount of bait thrown again, so that Nina would not be forced to cancel the plan that she had worked hard to think about.

"You must keep an eye on him."

The assistant lady sneered, looked at the project information on the table, and said in a sarcastic tone: "Don't worry, as long as he still has desires, no matter how he chooses, he will never escape the big network I compiled."

Seeing Wayne buckle the black sunglasses on her face again and seize the time to enjoy her rare leisure time, she picked up the project information on the table and threw it into her briefcase.

To put it bluntly, this thing was not written by Wayne, but Avi Adra, who made a small part of the plan with the amazing copyright in their hands. But as long as it was taken out, the confusion would be fully filled.

Think about it, Wayne Greenberg production, superhero project. When these two terms come together, even Christopher Rokencott does not think the production cost of 150 million is high. What's more, Nina personally explained that this superhero project is not jointly produced with Warner Bros.