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　　 Sure enough, when I mentioned Koji Ito’s terms with Schwarzman, he agreed without thinking about it and invited RB people to the company for interview.

　　 At this point, Yang Cheng can finally rest assured, 95% of the promise to Ito has been fulfilled, and there is only one last shiver. Whether it can be concluded that Yang Cheng can't control it, it depends on the little RB's own ability.

　　 Before leaving, Yang Cheng suddenly asked, "Will the Blackstone Group participate in the last round of financing of New Era Media?"

　　 Schwartzman had an obvious hesitation, it may be that he was caught off guard by Yang Cheng's question.

　　 But he immediately realized that Yang Cheng was ready to make a big move, otherwise he would not conduct the fourth round of financing when the company was not short of money.

　　 "Who are you staring at?"

　　 "Fox, to be precise, it is the 22 local channels of Fox." Yang Cheng said truthfully, this kind of news can't be concealed, and there is no need to conceal it for Schwarzman.

　　 "How much is the financing?"

　　 "I don't know, maybe 10 billion? Maybe 15 billion?"

　　Schwarzman smoked a cigar and pondered for a while, then looked straight at Yang Cheng, "The Blackstone Group can eat it all."

　　He means that Blackstone has an exclusive share of four rounds of financing.

　　What are you kidding? It's not so stupid to lead a wolf into the room.

　　 "You know this is impossible. At most, the Blackstone Group will lead the investment." Yang Cheng took a step back. The purpose of introducing Blackstone was their relationship with the White House and the business team, as well as to fight against Disney's preparations.

　　Although he had a good talk with Robert Iger, who can guarantee that the other party will not turn back in a critical moment?

　　 But this is just a test, it is still too early to reach a financing agreement.

　　 After coming out of the Blackstone Group headquarters building, Yang Cheng received a call from Donna Rand as soon as he got in the car.

"Boss, I just attended the project preparatory meeting held by Disney for "Reunion 3". During the period, I just heard the dialogue between Robert Iger and his subordinates. They seemed to be preparing to remake the classic cartoons of the past and create a new live-action version. the film."

"Do you want to participate? I don't think it is very likely. This type of film is Disney's main source of profit. Robert Iger will not share cakes with outsiders." Yang Cheng knows Donna Lande's mind, and she hopes to continue to cooperate with Disney But Yang Cheng is not optimistic.

　　 "No, if it is the "Lion King" project, we really don't have much chance to participate, but another project called "Mulan", I think it is necessary to try."

"Huh? "Mulan"?" Yang Cheng suddenly remembered the time when the cast of "Mulan" was so turbulent in his previous life. Disney wanted to join the white male protagonist. It was really a horror of the world. It was true that 1.3 billion people from Z were their own money. Bag?

　　 However, this live-action remake has been accompanied by huge controversy from the very beginning of its establishment. As one of the few major female protagonists in the world, the choice of Mulan's role can be said to be touching.

I have to say that Disney’s publicity department’s methods are superb. It made such a big noise just from a single casting, and how many eyeballs it earned in vain. From time to time, it released a casting news to maintain the popularity until the movie was released. This method is true for other companies. After all, not every character can cause huge controversy.

　　 First of all, Hua Mulan is an ancient ‘hero’ character in Country Z, and the main markets for Disney’s movies are in Europe and America. Use a pure face of Country Z to please the audience in Country Z? Or prefer European and American audiences to choose a mixed banana man who can speak fluent English to satisfy the appetite of the local market?

　　 itself is a huge problem for Disney.

　　 In addition, there are many characters involved in a movie. If you use Eastern actors to shoot, but the core is the model of Hollywood movies, will it become four different and unpleasant?

Of course, the purpose of this project is to make money in the Z country and even the global Chinese market. The box office in the Western local market will not be too important. Disney's focus has always been on the Asian side. Although there is no shortage of hot topics in the United States. , But after all, there is not so much concern from the netizens of country Z.

If you think about it this way, it seems that all the Oriental faces are also a good choice. After all, the full rise of the country Z movie market has already had a box office scale no less than that of the United States, not to mention the most profitable project of Disney is never the movie itself. It is the entire peripheral industry chain brought out by an IP.

Putting away the memories of the past life, Yang Cheng held up his mobile phone to ponder for a while, and said to Donna Lande, "If it is "Mulan", we do have the opportunity to participate in investment. In this way, you can talk to Robert Iger first. Check his tone, as long as there is no rejection, there will be talks about this matter."

This is the reason why Donna Lande likes to work under Yang Cheng. Not only can she give her a professional manager the space to display her talents, she will also support her opinions after careful analysis of the pros and cons. If we can get to know earlier, maybe a new era The film industry has long become the seventh biggest giant in Hollywood.

　　 Well, she didn't know. If she had met earlier, Yang Cheng at that time was definitely the object she despised in her heart.

　　 sighed with emotion, Donna Lande smiled and asked Yang Cheng for forgiveness, "Thank you for your support, but before calling, I have talked with Mr. Iger."

　　 Yang Cheng was slightly surprised but was not surprised at all. This is Donna Lande, and work is better than everything.

　　 "Oh? How are you talking?"

　　"We had a detailed communication on the project of "Mulan". According to Disney's plan, the new version of "Mulan" will be released in 2020. This will be a completely different story from cartoons.

This is completely different from Disney’s other live-action film remake strategy, but I personally think it is wise, there may be unexpected new innovations, instead of blindly staying in place, and will also please the Z country market more, because after returning to the company , I deliberately found the original cartoon and watched it. To be honest, I didn’t see the essence of Eastern culture. It was actually a failed work, but according to Mr. Iger, this live-action movie will It will incorporate more traditional culture of Country Z and show more authentic content. "

Yang Cheng couldn't help being surprised, "If this is the case, this work is very likely to be successful. The audience in Country Z is very tolerant, but in some aspects it is particularly'petty', such as when it comes to traditional culture. This is a country with a 5,000-year glorious history, and anyone in this country deserves to be proud of their culture."

　　 Donna Lande affirmed, "That's right, Mr. Iger also said that the new version of "Mulan" will be an ordinary costume movie. This ordinary does not mean ordinary production, but ordinary content.

　　 Disney wants to create a great epic of war, without giving it myths or fantasy, that would make the movie look nondescript. "

Yang Cheng very much agrees with Donna Lande’s words, “It’s true. I remember that in the cartoon version, there was a dragon shouting, “One day I will make you a man.” God knows when I see this place, Z How embarrassing Chinese people are."

Donna Lande laughed, "Well, I admit, it’s not just the Z people. I just laughed when I saw this place. It’s really easy for people to jump out of the plot. It’s just poor Eddie. Murphy, I didn't expect that my very serious voice will make people laugh."

"Eddie Murphy? I remember that Jackie Chan was dubbed in the original cartoon. His voice is very recognizable. You know it is him when you hear it. In short, the cartoon is a complete failure and should be sent for destruction. "Yang Cheng's relentless complaint made Donna Lande laugh, "You are right, there is one more thing I have to mention."

You know that Disney’s family carnival films always have some classic music works, and these music even became the key to promoting the plot, such as "The Lion King", "Aladdin", "Beauty and the Beast", etc., leaving countless classics Music fragments.

　　 The music in the original "Mulan" cartoon is also very good.

　　 But this time, Disney will abandon the beautiful music and create an epic war story based purely on the screen and plot, giving the movie the core value of "battle against evil enemies and old social norms".

　　 This is also the reason why I am eager to join this project. I am optimistic about the future earnings of "Mulan".

　　 And we have enough advantages to negotiate with Disney. Our distribution channels in Country Z and Asia are far better than Disney. Our resources in Country Z can better provide Disney with help in casting roles. "

　　 Yang Cheng thinks Donna Rand is very reasonable~www.wuxiaspot.com~ Well, you convinced me, now you have to try to convince Robert Iger. "

　　 After a pause, Yang Cheng finally felt something was wrong, "Donna, you can clearly decide this matter, why do you have to get my consent?"

　　 Just invest in a film. As the CEO, Donna Lande has enough power to make her own decisions. There is no need to inform Yang Cheng.

"Boss, we don't have a board of directors. According to my past experience in Global, such a large project must be approved by the board of directors, and I can only report to you. Getting your support is equivalent to getting the board's pass certificate. "

　　 "This is just one aspect, right?" Yang Cheng said with a smile.

　　 "Indeed, on the other hand, I hope that the company can use this opportunity to further explore the IP of historical figures or myths in Country Z. The benefits cannot be taken up by the Disney family."

I am afraid that this is the main purpose of Donna Rand. Although family movies have been Disney’s highlight and trump card for so many years, and even monopolize the market share, no one has said that only Disney can make family movies. Other companies think I dare not think about it.

　　 Now that Donna Lande has taken aim at this lucrative piece of cake, it can be regarded as inheriting Yang Cheng's courage to be **** and not afraid to compete with Disney. This is commendable.

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