The film was sealed, and time came to 1997.
In January, the crew held a press conference announcing the news of the "Titanic" movie killing and announced to the world that the magical journey of the big ship will be released on May 8th!
The previous "Titanic", because of Cameron's sake, has been delayed until Christmas time.
But Christmas is a happy holiday for the family. At this time, most of the films released at this time are family-friendly movies. Catastrophic films like "Titanic" are not suitable.
Fortunately, after the unremitting efforts of Tang En, "Titanic" finally has the opportunity to enter the summer file.
More importantly, the appearance of Tang En significantly reduced the funding of the film, so that this film did not attract the financing of Paramount as in previous lives.
After the movie hits the box office, presumably Fox Pictures is grateful for itself, right?
Tang Enmei thought about it, but the media reporters on the stage made him feel at ease and fired directly!
"Director Walker, I heard that you once let go of grandeur. Is this movie a box office with a guaranteed bottom of 1.5 billion and a target of 2 billion? Is this true?"
Grant Hill sank as soon as he heard this.
Which pot does not mention which pot!
He recognized Tang En's abilities very well, but his mouth that was full of words ... was painful.
"Sorry, I just took over as director at the time, and the box office estimate of the movie may not be so accurate." Tang En shook his head and sighed.
Grant's eyes lighted up, a little surprised. Unexpectedly, a few months later, this guy has matured a lot, knowing that he is humble. Although there are some promises, after all, you are young and have the opportunity to make small mistakes.
However, all the reporters on the stage were disappointed. They even hoped to create a big news. Someone immediately whispered: "Director Walker, what do you mean by this? Are you going to make a difference?"
Grant immediately rounders, "I'm sorry, Dunn was replaced just become director James Cameron, the film do not quite understand the situation, expectations of future movies made some miscalculation, but also makes sense."
Reporters were quite Feeling helpless, looking at Tang En's calm expression, he asked, "Well, Director Walker, we all know that you have lowered the box office expectation of the movie, then you can tell us that you now think that the movie of" Titanic " How much is the box office? "
Grant couldn't help but sweat for Down.
There is a trap in this question. Don't be fooled. The expected number at the box office must not be easily talked about.
To see Dunn brow of a challenge, look strange, "said the reporter friend, you made a mistake, right? When did I say lowered expectations at the box office?"
"You do not mean just misjudged ..." voice hardly ever Other reporters responded quickly, ecstatic expressions came out, "Director Walker, what do you mean? You haven't lowered the box office expectations, have you ... you can also raise the box office expectations?"
Grant was anxious. Cried!
Donn Walker!
Let's talk well, perfunctory, we must say perfunctory in front of the media! Didn't you push Titanic into the fire pit?
Dunn Grant consecutive eyes turn a blind eye, lightly: "!? It's natural I worked so hard to shoot more than three months, the total can not deny their own right,"
the conference site, the instantaneous "Om" is heard, all the Media reporters are all in a mess, scrambling to ask questions.
This is big news!
The young director didn't know the heights and heights of the earth, so he went crazy again!
Tang En didn't bother everyone's noise, and his face was calm. "This movie encountered great difficulties during the filming process. Kate Winslet even fainted with a high fever. The crew took a lot of effort and sweat to complete This work gives me no reason not to applaud their struggle! "
"Especially Mr. James Cameron. As we all know, for this project, he has prepared for three years, and even went deep into the bottom of the Atlantic several times to explore the wreckage of the Titanic. And the actors Leonardo, Kate, and Casey It was that kind of effort during the filming process. It is their existence that leaves me no reason to question the future box office! "
"I know that everyone is looking forward to a big news, and I also know that many people are watching my jokes, but I don't care! Strength is the foundation and quality is the guarantee!" Titanic "is my biggest trust, as for the box office Expect ... I can also tell you generously, to guarantee ... 1.8 billion! "
Tang Enxu's powerful voice echoed in the conference hall.
At the same time, Grant, Leonardo and others who attended the meeting were all moved by his trust and persistence. It would be better if ... he could not say the number "1.8 billion".
The reporters on the stage were blasted!
The global box office is 1.8 billion US dollars, crazy, this kid is absolutely crazy!
Who was the box office champion in the past? "Jurassic Park", directed by Steve Spielberg, grabbed 950 million box offices around the world. This number is enough to make many people startled.
But what about Donn Walker?
He shouted a double!
Will the box office of Titanic be twice that of Jurassic Park? Who would believe it?
Except for the lunatics, they are fools!
... After the
press conference, Grant Hill walked towards Tang En with a pained expression, with complex expressions, disappointment, helplessness, bitterness, and grievances.
Don, you say too much!
Tang En smiled. He understood Grant's idea. "Grant, the film is now in post-production, and it will be released globally in a few months. Do you understand?"
Grant understood what Tang En meant, of course. The topic of eyeballs will definitely put "Titanic" in the focus of public opinion, and it will save a lot of publicity budget for 20th Century Fox.
Especially now that the film chain of Fox Pictures is broken, it is difficult to take out a large amount of money to promote "Titanic". Tang En's approach is undoubtedly in the best interest of this movie.
"But just in case ... your reputation is ruined!" Grant lowered his voice, somewhat hating iron. He is very optimistic about Tang En's talents, and praises his fortitude and perseverance. However, if a person's reputation is ruined, it will be difficult to make a name for himself in Hollywood.
Tang En was naturally confident and laughed: "Grant, my movie, I
have something in mind." Grant frowned. "Don, I know you are very confident. In fact, geniuses are arrogant. , You are still ready, once ... once the box office fails, you have to do a good job in public relations. "
Tang En patted his shoulder," Thank you, Grant, I understand. "The
two haven't known each other for a long time, but Tang En He likes his character very much. He is serious and responsible in work and gentle and meticulous.
Is this a must-have attribute for a gold medal producer?
"Director Donn Walker!"
At this time, a middle-aged man in his forties and suit and leather suit walked by, with a shiny badge on his chest.
Grant lowered his voice. "It's CAA. It should be your economic man."
Although Tang En was young, unspoken, and had a bad reputation, in the end he was a director who directed a huge commercial blockbuster at a young age. CAA will never let it go easily.
Even ... Town has a very low internal rating.
"Hello, what's your name?"
Tang En held out his hand with a smile. His ideals are very ambitious, he has a lot of work to prepare, contact work, and so on. Or leave it to the agent to take care of it.
"William, William Mihawk, CAA's senior agent." William smiled and pleased slightly.
Grant, a Hollywood veteran, naturally understands the mechanism of CAA. The so-called senior broker is actually the lowest-level broker besides an intern. There are also positions such as economic consultants, senior economic consultants, managers, and directors.
"CAA's sincerity is not enough." Grant pouted and looked cold.
Tang En didn't care. The ability of a broker is a part of his ability. Luck and connections make up the bulk. Anyway, he has no fear, first find a trial 呗.
"Director Walker, I have a good relationship with many producers, and I have a few big projects in my hand. Ha ha, if I can be your agent, I will do my best to win you a few good contracts and push you to Hollywood. The ranks of leading directors! "
William Mihawk said half-truth.
He is very poor in CAA. Although it seems that Tang En's future development ... is not optimistic, what about spreading the net, what if it succeeds? There is a front-line director at hand, and his status will surely rise.
"Yes, Grant, can you help me with the contract?"
"Of course!"
...
California has passed many bills that restrict the work of the agent, which prevents the agent from bullying the employer.
A broker contract can be signed for a maximum of three years, and the first time, the maximum time limit is one year, and the employer can terminate the contract unconditionally within this time, which is equivalent to a one-year probation period.
With legal guarantees and Grant's help, Down was quick to sign the contract.
Formally became a contracted director of CAA.