On the evening of the 22nd, Yu Dong made an appointment with Zhao Baogang, Zhen Yunlong and Feng Yuanyi to have dinner together.
We originally wanted to make an appointment with Jiang Wenli, his wife and Zheng Xiaolong, but unfortunately, they were not in Yanjing during this time.
After dinner, Yu Hua and the others went to play cards. Yu Dong pulled Zhao Baogang into his room and prepared to chat with him alone for a while.
Entering the room, Yu Dong first poured a cup of tea for Zhao Baogang, "There is no good tea in the hotel, so you can just drink it, Old Zhao."
"I don't care, as long as it doesn't kill anyone." Zhao Baogang took the tea cup and said with a smile.
Yu Dong poured himself a glass of boiled water and sat face to face with Zhao Baogang. He looked up and down at Zhao Baogang. Although he drank some wine at night, Zhao Baogang was in good condition.
"Old Zhao, I heard from Yu Liang that you still have some concerns about signing a contract with Deep Space?"
Zhao Baogang looked up at Yu Dong with some surprise. He did not expect that Yu Dong would talk to him about this matter. After pondering for a while, Zhao Baogang asked: "Yu Dong, I'm not sure, what's your position now?"
I'm talking about this. Is it just chatting between friends, or are you representing Deep Space Corporation?"
"The latter." Yu Dong said simply.
"Plenipotentiary?" Zhao Baogang asked again.
Yu Dong nodded, "Well, the plenipotentiary representative is a bit higher than what I'm talking to you about."
Now it was Zhao Baogang's turn to look at Yu Dong.
Zhao Baogang raised his cup, covering the lower half of his face, and swept his eyes up and down Yu Dong's body.
Yu Dong was not drunk, Zhao Baogang was sure of this.
Yu Dong was not joking, Zhao Baogang was also sure of this.
Then his previous guess that "Yu Dong has a stake in Deep Sky" has been confirmed. Yu Dong should be the small boss of Deep Sky China.
Zhao Baogang smiled: "Yu Dong, you are not only one step ahead in creation, but also in business, you are far ahead of others."
Yu Dong smiled and did not deny it.
Zhao Baogang added, "In this case, I will tell you the truth. In my current situation, there is no need to sign a contract with Deep Space Company. I know that Deep Space Company is now a big company and has the right to speak, but no matter how many resources you have,
, movies and TV series also need to be shot and acted by someone. In this area, I don’t need deep space. If there is any project, we can cooperate, just sign the contract."
Yu Dong nodded, "Okay, then we won't sign the contract."
Zhao Baogang was about to drink water when he heard Yu Dong's words. He put down his cup in surprise and stared at Yu Dong, "Did I hear that right? You mean, not signing the contract?"
Yu Dong laughed, "Old Zhao, why are you surprised? Isn't that what you wanted if you didn't sign the contract?"
"I thought you left me alone to convince me."
Yu Dong shook his head, "I don't like doing such inefficient things."
"Then why did you bring me here? Just treat me to a cup of tea?"
Yu Dong shook his head again, put down the water glass, stood up and walked to the window, looking at the endless traffic on the road outside, he said, "Old Zhao, actually I think signing a contract with Deep Space is the best choice for you...
...Don’t get me wrong, I’m not trying to persuade you to sign a contract, I’m just giving you a general overview of the situation. From your perspective, Deep Space Company is private capital and has its own operating model. If you enter it, it is very likely that
I can understand being constrained."
"Maybe." Zhao Baogang nodded.
"I came to you today to talk to you about cooperation."
"Cooperation?" Zhao Baogang asked doubtfully, "What kind of cooperation?"
If it is a cooperation like "Don't Talk to Strangers", Yu Dong should not come to discuss it at all, because they have been carrying out this kind of cooperation, especially after Haiyan signed a contract with Shen Kong, they will have many projects together in the future.
cooperate.
"Old Zhao, have you ever thought about opening a company of your own?"
"start a company?"
Zhao Baogang's eyes twitched. He had indeed had such an idea.
In the past two years of filming TV series, he always felt that his hands were tied and he couldn't let go. So sometimes he wondered if he could open a company and find a group of people to produce the TV series he wanted. No.
Ask for this again and sue for that.
But this is not easy to do. Many times, the idea is dismissed by myself as soon as it comes out.
Yu Dong suddenly mentioned this, who did he hear what?
After thinking wildly for a while, Zhao Baogang said: "I just keep making TV series, how can I open a company?"
Yu Dong smiled, knowing that Zhao Baogang didn't mean what he said.
"Old Zhao, let's be honest with each other. I can fully represent Deep Space Company, so the result of the conversation between you and me is absolutely achievable. If you want to start your own company, Deep Space Company can become a shareholder
The form will work with you."
Zhao Baogang rubbed his head and said, "Please tell me to slow down for a while, I'm confused by you all of a sudden. Why are we talking about investing in a company and starting a company?"
"It's okay, just think about it for a while."
Yu Dong picked up the kettle and added some water to Zhao Baogang.
In fact, this matter was originally meant to be discussed with Zhao Baogang, but Dudong decided to talk to Zhao Baogang in person, which also showed Shen Kong's sincerity.
I want to sign Zhao Baogang not only because he is an excellent director, but also because he has strong connections in the film and television industry.
Shen Kong wanted these connections, so when Zhao Baogang was unwilling to sign the contract, he proposed to cooperate in starting a company.
In fact, it would be better to let Zhao Baogang start his own company. In this way, Deep Space can not only take advantage of Zhao Baogang's connections, but also share risks and streamline personnel to prevent the company from being too late in the future.
After about ten minutes, Zhao Baogang raised his head and looked at Yu Dong: "If I agree, how much money is Deep Space Company willing to invest? How are the shares calculated?"
Yu Dong smiled. Since Zhao Baogang had this idea, everything would be easier to talk about.
"The company has drawn up a contract. I will send it to you later. If I have any other ideas, I will ask the margin to discuss it with you. If the margin cannot meet your demands, you can come to me again.
.Of course, if you have any ideas now, you can tell me."
"I..." Zhao Baogang opened his mouth, and finally shook his head and said, "Let's wait until we see the contract."
Yu Dong raised his cup: "I hope we can meet again next time as partners."
"Okay." Zhao Baogang nodded and raised the cup as well.
…
When Yu Dong discussed cooperation with Zhao Baogang, "Golden Dreamland" had already appeared in major bookstores in New York.
Taylor went to Little Bear Bookstore early in the morning.
She wore a pair of headphones, and the other end of the headphones was plugged into a CD player. The CD player contained the "Golden Dreamland" EP she bought a few days ago.
These days, she listens to this mini album countless times every day, and fantasizes about the plot of "Golden Dreamland" countless times in her mind.
Cashier Jenny saw Taylor and said with a smile, "Taylor, I've prepared your book for you."
Taylor stepped forward and took the book from Jenny's hand, "Is this book a 'lucky book'?"
When the "Golden Dream" EP came out, Deep Space officially issued a notice, saying that there were a batch of "lucky books" with special marks inside. As long as readers bought these "lucky books", they would get a free copy of "Golden Dream"
》EP.
Jenny shrugged her shoulders, "Who knows, but do you still care about this? Don't you already have a copy of "Golden Dreams"?"
While talking, Jenny pointed to Taylor's CD player.
“Who doesn’t want to be a lucky person?”
Taylor smiled, and after paying for the book, she took the book and went upstairs. She wanted to find a good place to read "Golden Dreams" quietly.
…
What Taylor had in mind was destined to never come true.
Because today is the day when YU's new book is released, Bear Bookstore has been flooded with a large number of customers since the morning.
Like Taylor, these customers first bought a copy of "Golden Dreams" after entering the bookstore, and then went directly upstairs.
Therefore, the upper floors of Little Bear Bookstore were soon filled with people. Many book lovers did not have chairs to sit on, but they would not leave. They just found a place to stand and read.
Doug Liman did not stay in the bookstore for too long. After getting the book, he returned to his residence.
Not long ago, he had received the script of "The Butterfly Effect", and he has been studying the script these days.
Before getting the script, Doug Liman had many ideas about the movie, but after he got the script, most of those ideas disappeared in his mind.
The "Butterfly Effect" written by YU is completely different from the novel "Chaos Diary" and the Chinese version of "The Butterfly Effect". Although it uses the same setting, it is a completely different story.
And this new story was even better than he expected.
These days, he gets up very early every day, and then begins to study the script, and even starts to draw shots for the movie. He knows very well that if he does not put in all his efforts, he will not be sorry for such a good script.
But work is work, and YU has released a new book, so he naturally wants to read it. So this morning, instead of rushing to study the script, he went to the bookstore and bought a copy of "Golden Dreams".
Looking at it, the whole morning has passed.
The moment Doug Liman closed the novel, he had one thought in his mind: I want to shoot it!
He couldn't even wait a moment and couldn't wait to dial Jimmy's phone number.
Jimmy had just had lunch and was about to make some tea and enjoy a rare leisure time at noon, but Doug Liman's call came at the wrong time and disturbed his peace.
"Hey, Doug, what's up?"
"Jimmy, I watched "Golden Dreams."" Doug Liman said excitedly.
Jimmy responded calmly, "Well, does it look good?"
"It's very beautiful, so I want to make it into a movie."
Jimmy frowned and wondered how a rich second generation like Doug Liman could think of everything he wanted.
"The Butterfly Effect" hasn't started yet, and another low-budget movie that Yu Dong said is also being planned. Why did he suddenly want to make "Golden Dreams" again?
But for Doug Liman, Jimmy had enough patience. He smiled and said: "Doug, I understand your mood. The novel "Golden Dreams" is indeed very good, and I like it very much, but it must be filmed.
Isn’t it too early to make it into a movie? I just gave you the script of "The Butterfly Effect" a few days ago, have you already read the script?"
"I've read it many times." Doug Liman smiled and said: "Jimmy, don't get me wrong, I'm not going to film it now. The reason why I called you is to tell you if this novel is going to be adapted into a movie.
, you must consider me."
Jimmy smiled and told Doug Liman: "Doug, if you can make the first two movies well, there is no big problem in letting you make "Golden Dreamland". You know, in front of YU, I
He said a lot of nice things to you, and he appreciates you very much. But you haven’t proven yourself yet, do you understand what I mean?”
"Understood." Doug Liman nodded, "When can you get me the script of that movie? I want to make that movie as soon as possible."
"Don't worry, it will be out soon. YU's efficiency has always been very fast." Jimmy smiled, "By the way, "Sniper Phone Booth" will be released in a few days, and our company is planning to organize a watch together. Do you have any
Time?"
"Of course." Doug Liman said cheerfully: "I was just thinking about buying tickets in the next two days."
"Then don't buy it. Come watch it with us then."
"No problem. By the way, I saw some news saying that YU is participating in "Sniper Phone Booth". Is it true?"
"Haha, I'll find out when I go see it. Well, I have something else to do here, let's talk about it later."
After talking to Doug Liman on the phone, Jimmy didn't rest anymore and called his assistant to the office again.
Jimmy first asked about the copyright ownership of "The Bourne Identity", and his assistant told him that the copyright was in the hands of Roger Young and would not expire in two years.
"Okay, don't worry about it now, just remember this."
This chapter is not over, please click on the next page to continue reading! Then Jimmy asked about the situation of the "Bring Her Eyes" movie.
"The filming phase has ended and we are busy with post-production. I have confirmed with Director Harold that he can participate in today's Deep Space Annual Meeting."
Jimmy nodded, "You have to pay close attention to the movie "Bring Her Eyes". It is very important, even more important than the adaptation of YU's novel."
The assistant was a little puzzled by Jimmy's words, "Aren't YU's works the most important?"
Jimmy smiled and explained, "Yes, YU's works are the most important to our company, but if his novels are adapted into movies, we don't need to worry too much because there are successful examples, and there are more than one. We are now
What remains to be seen is whether the adaptation of novels by other Chinese writers can be successful."
"I understand." The assistant smiled and said: "I think it can be successful. I have read this novel and it is very contagious. Harold's directorial ability is also outstanding."
"I hope your judgment is correct."
"Jimmy, aren't you worried about the box office of "Phone Booth" at all?"
Jimmy shook his head, "Don't worry, this movie will definitely make money, it's just a matter of making more or less. As for the results, they will be out soon, right?"
…
While Americans were celebrating Christmas Eve, Yu Dong was collecting homework from students.
Yu Dong had already received the assignment "I Lived for Ten Thousand Years" once, but the students did not perform well the first time, so Yu Dong gave them some more time.
Looking at the Jiufen homework in his hand, Yu Dong said: "Thankfully, this is the last time. Do you have the confidence to impress me?"
None of the students from the two majors responded to Yu Dong.
Yu Dong asked again, "Are you confident?"
Zu Feng raised his hand and replied: "Yes."
But the sound is not loud, and it doesn't sound confident.
Yu Dong pouted and said, "Look at how cowardly you are."
After thinking for a while, Yu Dong added, "It's the last time anyway, let me tell you about the reward."
When they heard the reward, the students raised their heads one after another.
Yu Dong held his homework with his hand, "I am preparing to write a movie. Among these nine assignments, as long as there is something I use, I will write the corresponding name in the screenwriter column. If there is any group that is particularly special,
Okay, then I won’t write it myself and will use yours directly. Not only will your script be made into a movie, but I will also pay you screenwriting fees. Isn’t this reward pretty generous?”
"Rich, rich." Zhang Changjiang said eagerly.
Yu Dong smiled and said, "As for whether you can get it, it depends on whether you have the ability. Okay, get out of class is over."
After saying that, Yu Dong took his homework and turned around and left the classroom.
When he left, the students did not move, but started discussing enthusiastically.
Zhang Changjiang patted his head, feeling very annoyed, "If you knew the rewards were so generous, I would be more serious."
Nie Yuan looked at Zhang Changjiang, "How dare you not be serious and not scold Teacher Yu enough?"
When Teacher Yu cursed people, Zhang Changjiang was still frightened. Although he was thick-skinned, Teacher Yu's curses were indeed more difficult to bear.
The last time we handed in our homework, everyone didn't perform very well. Yu Dong scolded the students all over. Some of the students couldn't bear it, like that girl Hu Jing, who cried uncontrollably.
Zu Feng watched the discussions among his classmates, pursed his lips, and thought to himself that Teacher Yu is really both loved and hated.
Teacher Yu is indeed very powerful. His research on literature is beyond the imagination of students like them. As long as he doesn't curse, taking his class is a pleasure and you can really learn something.
But it's a bit difficult to keep Teacher Yu from swearing. He has too high demands on his students. Sometimes Zu Feng even doubts whether serious Chinese students can meet Teacher Yu Dong's requirements for them.
No matter how strict Yu Dong's requirements are, the students will work hard to complete them. Not only are they afraid of Yu Dong scolding them, but more importantly, Yu Dong can always pinch their seven inches and give them a stick.
Chapter completed!