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After handling the personal investment matters after the 9/11 incident, Ronan also considered the matter of Pirates of the Caribbean, especially how to invite Johnny Depp again. Unexpectedly, Johnny Depp and his agent Tepp Lacey Jacobs approached him and expressed interest in the role of Captain Jack Sparrow.

In fact, Ronan also made two-handed preparations before, and asked people to contact Hugh Jackman, Jim Carrey and Christopher Walken.

Even Batman actor Michael Keaton once appeared on Ronan's shortlist.

Of course, the first choice must be Johnny Depp.

Everyone in the previous life believed that the actor of Captain Jack Sparrow was irreplaceable, and Johnny Depp even lived his life as a pirate captain in reality, which also deeply affected Ronan.

Therefore, the contact between the two sides quickly entered the substantive negotiation stage.

But Ronan will not agree to all the conditions put forward by Johnny Depp because of these, and some conditions are quite outrageous.

It's a pirate character with a different style.

In the reception room of Shahai Entertainment, Johnny Depp's agent Tracy Jacobs said to Ronan: Most actors can't handle this type of role at all. Except for Depp, you can't find it. Second actor who fits the role perfectly.

Ronan knew that the other party was increasing his negotiating capital, so he didn't rush to refute.

Tracy Jacobs continued: Depp is the best actor in this style, and it is unique. She glanced at Ronan: $12 million is a unique actor. Not high.

Ronan smiled and said, As far as I know, Depp's salary for his last film was only $4 million.

Tracy Jacobs said calmly: That is a literary drama, and Pirates of the Caribbean is a big-budget commercial film. The salaries of the two cannot be compared.

She further said: Mr. Anderson, there are very few actors in Hollywood who are suitable for this role, and Depp is one of the best!

Ronan shook his head slowly: Ms. Jacob, do you know why this character is called Captain Jack?

Tracy Jacob frowned: Why?

Ronan said nonsense: Because my favorite actor is Hugh Jackman,

The characters who set the sketches were also drawn based on Hugh Jackman.

That's not right. Tracy Jacob carefully read the set sketches, and no matter how you look at it, it looks a bit similar to Johnny Depp.

Ronan said lightly: You have seen the drawing, you can recall it.

Tracy Jacob recalled and found that under the smoky makeup of the drawing, the character's face did indeed resemble Hugh Jackman.

Ronan added: Because my favorite candidate is Hugh Jackman, I named the character Jack.

After several years of training, Ronan's nonsense skills are obviously good.

Without waiting for Tracy Jacobs to speak, he said: Depp has never been the only choice for Sand Sea Entertainment and Pirates of the Caribbean. Besides Hugh Jackman, Jim Carrey and Christopher Walken are also our options. One of them. Pirates of the Caribbean is a pirate adventure comedy, the comedy elements are mainly concentrated on Captain Jack, Jim Carrey's funny skills are well known, Christopher Walken has also played Captain Hook related experience, Depp Compared with them, there is not much advantage.

Really? Tracy Jacobs is very good at taking advantage of women's natural advantages, and said a bit roguely: Then why didn't you choose them? Instead, you came to Depp?

Ronan suddenly laughed: In the beginning, I sent invitations to all the actors. You and Depp have not heard from each other. I think you have rejected this invitation. But unexpectedly, you and Depp came to me again. .”

On the word initiative, he deliberately emphasized the pronunciation.

Tracy Jacob's complexion remained unchanged, but a swear word came out of her heart. If Depp hadn't repented and put pressure on her, how could she take the initiative to turn back?

Ronan knew enough was enough, and he didn't embarrass Tracy Jacobs. After all, the producer and agent cooperated more than confronted, and there was no need to engage in tit-for-tat.

Ms. Jacob, the reason why I'm sitting here talking to you is that it is undeniable that Depp is indeed more suitable for the role of Captain Jack. Ronan changed the subject and said, The spectacle of visual effects is the biggest feature of this film. One of the selling points of the film is that the budget of the film is very high, with a minimum of 120 million US dollars, but most of the funds have to be used for filming and production, and there is not much salary left.”

Tracy Jacobs kept frowning.

Ronan added: I am willing to contact your side and promote the negotiation. The main reason is that I thought that Depp's salary was the lowest among all the candidates, but the result was too different from what I expected.

He glanced at Tracy Jacobs: In the past, Depp's highest salary was $4 million, isn't that wrong?

Yes. Tracy Jacobs couldn't deny the almost public information: Narcos pay.

Ronan said: I'm willing to pay $5 million for Depp.

This directly cut Tracy Jacobs' offer by more than half. Of course Tracy Jacobs was not satisfied: It's too low!

Ronan said lightly: Since A Different Sky and Bonnie and Joan, has Depp had any representative works in these years? Depp has been in Hollywood for many years, and now he is a bit outdated. Pass!

After throwing a big stick, Ronan gave another sweet date: $6 million salary, I am willing to quote this premium salary figure for Depp's style.

Pirates of the Caribbean is at least a trilogy, and the salary negotiation is not only for the present, but also for the future.

Tracy Jacobs carefully analyzed Ronan's words and attitude, and it is not difficult to judge that Depp is really not the only choice for Ronan and Shahai Entertainment.

$8 million. Tracy Jacobs returned to reality: This is Depp's bottom line.

Ronan didn't respond immediately, but deliberately thought for a while, and then slowly said: I'm willing to pay $7 million for an actor with a unique style.

Tracy Jacobs breathed a sigh of relief: Yes.

Ronan's words were not finished: But there are a few conditions.

The remuneration basically met the requirements, and Tracy Jacob didn't care too much about the side details: Mr. Anderson, please tell me.

Ronan said directly: Pirates of the Caribbean is a trilogy series in the plan, Captain Jack Sparrow is one of the most important roles, I hope Depp can sign a trilogy actor contract with Sandsea Entertainment , so as to ensure the continuity of the characters and the series of movies.”

Of course, we will not treat Depp badly in terms of remuneration. The second film will be paid $10 million, and the third film will be paid $13 million.

With Johnny Depp's current status and situation, this salary figure is full of attractiveness, and Tracy Jacobs is also considering it.

Obviously, the $7 million remuneration is directly linked to the conditions offered later.

Tracy Jacobs only thought about it for a while, and said, I need to discuss this with Depp.

Okay. Ronan didn't expect Tracy Jacobs, the agent, to respond immediately: I hope the crew won't have to wait too long.

If a trilogy cooperation can be signed, it will undoubtedly limit Johnny Depp's high salary in the latter two.

The first film is a big hit at the box office, and it is inevitable to raise Johnny Depp's salary, but with the trilogy contract in hand, it can prevent Johnny Depp's salary from being as exaggerated as in his previous life.

If I remember correctly, Pirates of the Caribbean 3: At World's End brought Johnny Depp into the ranks of the 20 million club, and it may even involve the later sharing.

Not only Johnny Depp, but Ronan will try to get the company to sign a trilogy contract for all the main actors in the future.

Especially the little blacksmith and Elizabeth, if the two actors in the previous life refused to sign the trilogy at once, they would be replaced directly.

Tracy Jacobs thought of Johnny Depp's current situation, and estimated that the possibility of rejection would not be great.

In particular, Johnny Depp insisted on investing a huge sum of $7 million in his friend's music company, and even she couldn't persuade him.

One more thing. Ronan said at this time: I hope it can be explained in advance and marked in the contract, so as to avoid unnecessary misunderstanding later.

Tracy Jacob held back the unhappiness in his heart and said, Please speak clearly.

Ronan said: During filming... no, after entering the crew, all working days, unless required by work, Depp must stay away from alcohol and other drugs.

Tracy Jacobs couldn't help retorting: Depp is not an alcoholic!

When this was said, no one in Hollywood believed it. Ronan did not refute, and said with a smile: I believe this too. But it is also good for Depp, and it can help Depp temporarily stay away from alcohol and some unnecessary troubles.

Tracy Jacob knew that Ronan didn't believe what she had just said.

Ronan has some things to say first: I don't want to affect Depp's normal work because of alcohol and other problems. This is not just Depp's business alone, and it will even have a negative impact on the cooperation between the crew and the insurance company. I I hope that these can be written in the contract, if the contract is breached, the producers have the right to deduct part of Depp's salary.

To be honest, Johnny Depp is quite a good person in the circle, but his work attitude is really not that good.

As an agent, Tracy Jacobs also hates Johnny Depp's alcoholism, and knows that this clause is not a bad thing for Depp at all, and it is even beneficial.

Mr. Anderson. Tracy Jacob said: I will communicate with Depp.

An actor who is addicted to alcohol is more likely to collapse in the future.

Ronan smiled and said, I hope to get good news.