Chicago 1990

After getting the first AMA award and dedicating the best live performance of Empire State of Mind of his career, the unlimited Hollywood paparazzi reappeared behind the car. Song Ya didn't want to stay in Los Angeles anymore, and took the person back to Chicago directly after the call.

"Harry, sorry I didn't go to the party, I went back to Chicago early, yes... I still have an award to win, how is your movie?"

He briefly chatted with Halle Berry on the phone and hung up, "Ultimate Pioneer North American Box Office 60 million." Said to the person in the study.

"A film costing 75 million to produce, wow, Bruce Willie can bear it." Yeremov, who came by, began to gloat without empathy.

Film companies and theaters have implemented a step-by-step split. For example, strong films released by Warner, one of the top seven, can get nearly 90% of the box office in the first week, and then the ratio will drop each week, and it will probably be half in the fourth week. , And then the share of theaters will exceed the movie company.

Good movies can attract more people to theaters. Cinemas can earn a lot of income from snacks and beverages such as popcorn soda. The longer the filming time, the higher the proportion, so the theaters are also willing to extend the show time.If it's a bad film, the production company can use the high share to get a little blood back in the first two weeks, and there is nothing to complain about the reduction and emission reduction films of the theater chain. Who calls the film bad? Let's admit it.This model can basically ensure that the distributor and the theaters are in a reasonable game. Of course, the theaters will suffer a bit, but there is no way. Many theaters have the capital of movie companies or major shareholders of movie companies, and they cannot completely rely on themselves. Acting for the benefit.

The box office in North America was 60 million yuan. Fortunately, the box office of Ultimate Vanguard didn’t start to fall off a cliff until the fourth week. Warner Pictures, the publisher, was able to recoup about 40 million yuan from the high share of the first four weeks, and the money had to be shared with the filmmakers .In addition to the production costs, the producers also have to bear part of the publicity and public relations expenses, copying and printing expenses and other various expenses, which together absolutely far exceed 75 million.Outside of North America, the percentage of box office share is lower. Relying on video tape sales and leasing is a long-term business. There is not much money to be made in police action movies. I don’t know what kind of sharing agreement is on the two sides, but the producer pays a lot. It's fixed.

Although Hollywood superstars have high salaries, they are also under great pressure to carry the box office. If it is proved that they can't carry the box office, it is estimated that it will not take long to say goodbye to the status of superstars.

Hayden laughed and said: "Bruce Willie is clever. If he didn't spend money in the third week to stabilize the lineup, the final box office is estimated to be 10 million less."

As for the other protagonist, Damon Wias, it is estimated that it is almost impossible to star in such a big production, so everyone lost interest in talking about him.

After chatting for a while, "Let's continue, where did we talk?" Song Ya brought the topic back.

"Just now I suggested sublimating the story of your purchase of American Music Magazine..."

Yeremov began to make gestures with narcissism, "That's right, I plan to portray Litman as a villain, a nouveau riche, a robber, an uneducated boss, a barbarian at the door, that's him! Evil! I snatched away the noble and elegant princess of the old money from Amerika Music Magazine. Then, the handsome white horse knight appeared, that is, you APLUS. You like to help justice and help the weak. You admire this princess very much. Beautiful and kind, you once talked to her about the obscure and beautiful classical music, knowing each other, you are not afraid of the cruelty and power of the great Henry Terman, turn on horseback, bring up checks, oh no, bring up lance..."

"Stop stop..."

Song Ya hurriedly stopped his long talk, "I have offended a lot of people recently, and I must never provoke Litman again, and Riklubin has a good personal relationship with him. Don't do this. Also lost. Also, don't talk to me in this Shakespearean accent..."

"Actually, this idea is not bad."

Hayden touched his chin. "We will hide the part of Litman, and leave the part of you and the American Music Magazine.

"Emmmm..." Song Ya thought about it for a while, "All right, but the copy must not involve Litman, and you have to find a reliable large media."

"The Chicago Tribune is good. I'll call Zoe Barnes to discuss it." Hayden picked up the microphone on the table.

"Also, why don't you work with Russell Simmons?" Yeremov had another idea. "Since you have given up competing for RAP awards with his family's singers, there is no major conflict of interest between you. Maybe a resource exchange can be done."

"Come on, I was inspired by Russell Simmons' words to decide to fight for the prize."

"Business is business, APLUS."

"I will not take the initiative to ask them to cooperate. It would be better not to offend them at the beginning." Song Ya deduced in his mind, "In the future, Russell Simmons or Quincy Jones will publicize this matter. Become an unprincipled coward? They can do it, Quincy Jones’ mouth has always been damaged, no, absolutely no."

"Rolling Stone Magazine." Taraji came in. The magazine was opened. It was a long-form Grammy prediction by music critic Philby. Taraji marked out where he was involved, "As everyone knows, I have been I am a loyal fan of the song EmpireStateofMind. This time, Mariah Carey and APLUS performed better at the AMA awards ceremony than last year’s BMA (Billboard Music Awards). APLUS has maintained its standard, Mariah Kay Li's singing voice is more comfortable and her dance has improved greatly. Since AMA has always been regarded as one of the weather vanes of Grammys, this stunning AMA performance impressed the Grammy judges, and the probability of helping them win the annual single award is very high. high……'

"This Philby..." Song Ya shook his head and smiled bitterly.

"Basically that's it."

Hayden settled the Chicago Tribune’s side. In the evening, the award-winning public relations plan was also roughly decided. “Mariah Carey has its own Sony Columbia Records to make public opinion. We can cooperate as much as we can. Let’s do your best here. The music magazine’s savior’s persona, and then as far as possible to canvass.” Hayden concluded: “Because you started the prize contest very late, I think your opponents do not have enough time to respond, the only ability in the short term It’s Brian Adams who made your negative public opinion, and we will be fine at that time."

"Just do it." Song Ya nodded.

"Phone." Taraji came in and put the phone in his hand. "It's Barenboi."

"Oh?"

Song Ya quickly picked up, "Mr. Barenboi."

"Well, APLUS, sorry, Ms. Fleming called me yesterday, and I just remembered to watch your videotape. It's very good, I like it. Is this a partial selection? Or is it just a sketch?"

The old man sentiment went back and forgot his own video tape. Song Ya rolled his eyes, "It's just a sketch, I wrote it out with the mentality of making a single." Tianqi gave him more than two minutes what he could do.

"That's it. The Chicago Orchestra will have a fundraising show in a few days. I want the band to put your sketch at the beginning. Those donors are always listening to something new in the feed." Barenboi said.

"Yes, no problem." Song Ya certainly agreed.

"Uh, then it's convenient for you..."

"Oh, convenient, no problem, I will personally send you the score and authorization file."

"Okay, thank you. By the way, Ms. Fleming said yesterday that you are interested in the Grammy Awards?"

"Yes, best single of the year."

"Okay, I will also provide some help as much as I can."

"Thank you so much, Mr. Barenboi."

Hang up, "Hayden, let Goodman prepare the authorization documents." He ordered excitedly.Asked again: "What is the right amount to donate to the Chicago Orchestra?"

"Are you?" Hayden thought for a while, "For the first time, it's best not to exceed those local celebrities who donate money all the year round. You can donate five thousand first. If you plan to continue funding in the future, I will find a way to check yours. Just adjust where the donation amount fits in."

"Wow, this is much cheaper than politicians."

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