Chapter 620 Additional Investment
The black Hummer drove through the intersection and parked diagonally opposite the Warner Studios. Wu Maoting got out of the car and stood in front of a three-story small office building, looking up at the nameplate of "Davis Film and Television Studios".
He sighed to himself: "Martin Davis is still reliable!"
The funds invested in the first half of the year were returned in a little more than half a year, and profits were generated.
A romantic comedy project with an investment of US$5 million sold for US$8 million. Even if Davis Studio deducts management fees and commissions, the profit is quite good.
Wu Maoting thought about the project he had invested in before, Warner Pictures' "Terminator 2018", and almost lost as much as he invested.
In comparison, Martin is much more reliable than Warner Brothers.
Wu Maoting decided to continue working with Martin Davis and went straight into the studio.
The front desk recognized him and immediately took him upstairs to Martin's office.
As soon as he saw Martin Wu Maoting, he stepped forward to shake hands enthusiastically: “We have completed another successful cooperation.”
Martin has always been nice to say: "I was lucky this time. I officially reached an agreement with Netflix. "Romantic Trouble" not only recovered the cost, but also generated some profits."
Wu Maoting said with a smile: "Martin, your projects have always had good business prospects. I believe in you from beginning to end."
"Davis Studio will not let down the trust of every customer." Martin said a scene instead of talking about reality: "There are still some details to be completed in the negotiations with Netflix, and the return of funds will also take a certain amount of time, but in the end It won't be later than this month.”
Wu Maoting said: "Everything just needs to follow the studio's procedures and rhythm. I'm not in a hurry."
Martin asked directly: "When the funds are transferred directly back to Mr. Wu, will you continue to participate in investment in other projects of Davis Studio?"
After hearing these words, Wu Maoting immediately asked: "Is the studio preparing a new project again?"
Martin took Alexandrovich's project plan and handed it to Wu Maoting: "A comedy project about Napoleon's conquest of Europe. The investment amount is about the same as "Romantic Trouble". The specific budget has not yet been determined."
Wu Maoting took the plan, glanced at the name "Napoleon Beauty Pass", and said: "Don't transfer the dividends and principal from the previous project back, invest them directly in this new project."
Martin responded: “No problem.”
“Isn't the investment of several million US dollars a bit too small?” Wu Maoting was not satisfied with the amount of investment. He had already had a multi-million dollar project once, and this time it cost tens of millions.
He tentatively asked: "Is it possible for this project to become bigger? Can it be a multi-million dollar project?"
Although Martin will not defraud investors of their money, he will not refuse them if they proactively invest. If tens of millions of dollars are spent, the film can be more refined in various aspects such as convincing the Taoist.
Even if the film doesn't make it to theaters, Netflix can guarantee it.
Martin said: "Our original plan was to make a low-cost comedy. If we increase investment, the film can indeed be made more sophisticated, but the risks will also increase accordingly."
Wu Maoting is not afraid of investment risks, but is afraid of deception. In Los Angeles, many Hollywood companies are very good at it.
He said without hesitation: "I'm prepared to take risks."
Martin nodded: "Let's do this. I'll communicate with the crew and creative staff first. After they prepare the budget, I will contact you as soon as possible."
Wu Maoting picked up the project plan and asked, "Can I take it with me?"
Martin said: "Of course."
Wu Maoting collected the plan, said goodbye and left.
Martin sent him to the first floor, looked at the time, and waited for a while.
Not long after, Alexandrovich hurried in from the outside. When he saw Martin, he immediately ran over. He imitated Mene's tone and said with a smile: "Boss, I'm here."
Martin walked upstairs: "Follow me."
Alexandrovitch followed Martin into the office. Jessica brought tea. He immediately took it and put it on the table next to Martin with his own hands.
Jessica thought to herself, where did this person come from? She didn't want to ask any more questions and left the office.
Alexandrovitch asked: "Boss, do you want some sugar and milk?"
"No need." Martin pointed to the seat next to him: "Sit down and talk."
Alexandrovitch faced Martin and sat with half his buttocks, like a small official waiting for orders from his superiors.
Martin asked: “Are you still adaptable here?”
“Everything is fine.” After Alexandrovich came over, he signed with WMA. The brokerage company helped with renting a house and handling many basic daily life matters so that they could get back to work as soon as possible.
These people yearn for America wholeheartedly, have some savings, and rent in high-end middle-class communities with good environment. They have seen the best side of America.
His spiritual satisfaction and excitement naturally flowed into his work. At this stage, he is full of gratitude to Martin who brought them to America and Hollywood.
Alexandrovich said: "Life here is better than I imagined. Marius and I will devote ourselves to work every day, working fifteen hours to complete the script rewriting as soon as possible."
“You guys did a good job.” Martin nodded slightly: “But the situation has changed.”
Alexandrovich's heart trembled, and his voice trembled a little: “Will this project be suspended or cancelled?”
Martin smiled: "Of course not. Originally, I thought that the film could be completed with US$3 million to US$5 million." Alexandrovich was worried that the investment would be too high and he said, "$3 million is enough."
Martin directly rejected it: "No, 3 million US dollars is too little. It can only guarantee the completion of the film. It is difficult to guarantee the quality of the finished film."
Since Wu Maoting wanted to increase investment, he simply made Alexandrovich feel that he valued him: "I have been considering your project during this period, and I also sent people to Ukraine to inquire about you and Marius. He is a talented person, but what he lacks is an opportunity to shine, so I decided to invest more.”
Alexandrovich's worry suddenly turned into surprise. He clearly felt Martin's attention and stood up and said: “Boss, I will never let you down!”
Martin said: "I want a high-quality comedy, the best kind, and invest $15 million to make the best comedy movie."
Hearing this figure, Alexandrovich was filled with joy. Such a single investment was unimaginable in his past acting career.
But after the surprise came a mountain of pressure.
This is 15 million US dollars!
Alexandrovich had difficulty breathing for a while, but as a future world protagonist, he had a very strong psychological quality and sufficient ability to withstand pressure. He quickly recovered and said: "Boss, I assure you, Mariu and I will Si will work hard for this project!”
Martin waved his hand: "What I want is your talents and the movies brought about by your talents, not your lives."
Alexandrovitch nodded heavily and said at the same time: "Boss, I will go back to work now."
Martin responded: "Okay."
Alexandrovitch left quickly, went downstairs, got in the car, and went straight to his residence and studio. When he returned, he happened to meet Marius about to go out for lunch.
He grabbed Marius and walked back: "I asked Olena to go out to buy food. From now on, I will not leave the studio until I finish the script."
Marius wondered: "Are you crazy?"
“No, I am very motivated and under great pressure now!” Alexandrovich told Martin about the additional budget.
Marius fell silent for a moment, rubbing his face repeatedly and gasping for air.
He didn't know how to describe this feeling. All the emotions were condensed into one sentence: "We will never encounter such a good opportunity again in the future, let's do it!"
Alexandrovitch shouted and asked his fiancée Olena to go out to buy food. He followed Marius into the study and started rewriting the script.
While eating at noon, Martin received a call from Ali Emmanuel and made a special trip to WMA in the afternoon.
Martin saw Natalie Portman as soon as he entered the reception room.
Compared to the last time we met, Natalie was slightly fatter and her belly was slightly protruding, as if she was pregnant.
Natalie covered her belly with one hand, smiled happily, and said, "It's been four months."
Martin said: "Congratulations, Nat, you are about to be a mother."
Natalie said: "Thank you also for helping me become a mother as soon as possible."
This is said as if the child is Martin's.
Martin said quickly: "Does your boyfriend know?"
Natalie nodded: "We plan to get engaged in January."
January is a critical moment for Oscar voting. Natalie, who is pregnant and engaged to her boyfriend, is very eye-catching.
Ali said at this time: "Our plan has been made. The original idea came from you. I would like to trouble you to come here today because I want you to see if there is anything missing in the plan?"
Natalie said: "Martin, you are a genius."
Martin took the plan sent by Ali, read it carefully, and said to Ali: "You know me, I am good at coming up with ideas and ideas, but when it comes to implementation, I am not as good as professionals. This plan is very good." Well, I have nothing to add."
Ali was straightforward: "The votes of you and your friends..."
Not only Martin has already joined the Academy, but even Mene joined the Academy last year and has Oscar voting rights.
If Natalie said this, Martin would just deal with it.
But last time he competed for the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor, Ali not only used the company's resources, but also used his own personal network.
It is impossible for Martin to refuse Ali: "As far as I can influence, the first place in the votes for Best Actress all belongs to Nat."
Natalie thanked her immediately: "Thank you, Martin."
Martin said nicely: "You're welcome, we are friends."
After finishing the matter here, Martin went to Thomas's office and wanted to ask about the situation of the two Russian actresses, especially Marina.
(End of this chapter)
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