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Zhou Buqi has had two contacts with Stallone before. His "The Expendables" series is a film that Jieyu Media participated in the investment and Universal Pictures participated in the distribution.

Recently, Stallone has directly cooperated with Summit Entertainment Pictures, a subsidiary of Ziweixing Universal, to launch the "Escape Plan" movie series.

Behind this, the domestic market is particularly important.

Because when "The Expendables 1" entered the domestic market, it followed the "film approval model", which actually meant buying out the film. The buyout fee paid by Jieyu Media was only US$500,000.

After the movie was released, the market exploded.

Domestic movie fans like Stallone very much.

Then, this movie made Jieyu Media earn more than 100 million in the domestic market. Jieyu Media's priority in approving Hollywood films is also one of the reasons why it is currently recognized by the capital market and its stock price is strong.

Of course, Stallone is not willing to give in. Due to the contract and the special domestic system, "The Expendables 2" can only follow this film approval model in the future, and most of the revenue from the domestic market will also fall into the pockets of Jieyu Media.

This is one of the reasons why Stallone started the "Escape Plan" series.

Just want to make big money through the domestic market.

He wants to start a movie series, targeting the domestic market, and then find a way to get the quota for imported films and get a share of the box office.

Stallone is no ordinary actor.

He is a powerful figure in Hollywood. When he was in his 20s, he led the production of the "Rocky" series and became famous. If Summit Entertainment wants to cooperate with him, it must solve this key issue.

How can "Escape from the Golden Cicada" get a quota as an imported film in the mainland market? It would be even better if I could get a spot in a joint venture film, thank God.

After going around and around, the report landed on Zhou Buqi.

If we can establish a long-term and stable cooperative relationship with Stallone, it will be a huge business supplement for Ziweixing Global.

Especially related to the future of streaming media.

Stallone's movies are a bit retro. In today's era of high-tech blockbusters, it is difficult to make waves in the box office market. But on streaming media platforms, Stallone is still the top star.

On streaming media platforms like Netflix, viewers can only watch movies through computers, TVs, tablets, and smartphones. The beautiful special effects of Hollywood blockbusters will not be effective, and Stallone’s personal charm will be highlighted. Out.

In short, after some evaluation, it is very important for Ziweixing Global to cooperate with Stallone.

Then, Zhou Buqi took action, met Stallone for the second time, and started a series of operations. The result was very successful. "Escape Plan" has been launched, and China Film Group has been introduced as an investor and producer.

This is not just as simple as getting an import quota, it means that this series of movies will be a Sino-US co-production.

The domestic box office share of a co-produced film can reach 35%.

The total investment is US$50 million. Ziweixing Global invested US$25 million and obtained 100% of the film copyright and 40% of the film revenue. China Film invested US$25 million and obtained 35% of the film revenue.

Because it is China Film Group and Boss Zhou’s face is involved, Ziweixing Global is not overly harsh on the terms. In addition to retaining 100% of the streaming revenue, it generously gives them some benefits. .

Even though China Film Group invested 50% and shared only 35% of the profits, this is already the best treatment in a co-production.

For most co-production films, Chinese investors can only get a share of the domestic profits, while the profits from the international market are taken away by the United States.

Stallone did not contribute any money, but this project was his. He was equivalent to being the founder of a start-up company, with a pregnant stock, joining with a low salary of US$4 million, and receiving 25% of the film's revenue.

The interests of all parties are satisfied and everyone is happy.

This time in Formentera, it was the third meeting between the two parties.

When Stallone heard that Boss Zhou was here, he came over with his family and gifts, as if meeting old friends.

Zhou Buqi was not very happy at first when he saw that he had brought his wife and children.

But I didn't expect that this Stallone is an old man in his 60s, and his wife is so sexy and enchanting, she looks like a supermodel at first glance, and she seems to be not as old as Aunt Xue.

The children are even more remarkable, they are three beautiful and moving daughters.

After a simple exchange, taking photos with Mai Feixue, and leaving signatures, Zhou Buqi suggested that we all go to the beach to swim, sunbathe, and talk about work.

Stallone was certainly delighted.

However, Sun Wanran and Mai Feixue don't have to follow suit. It's really not Zhou Buqi's style to wear swimsuits for other men to admire.

To appreciate, also appreciate other people's women.

Stallone's wife is pretty good, she is a supermodel, tall, with curvy body and well-maintained skin. Those three daughters... forget about the youngest daughter, she is not yet developed, she is probably only eight or nine years old.

The other two daughters are both slim and graceful, which is more attractive.

After they put on their swimsuits and played together at the beach, Stallone's eldest daughter named Sophia came over very enthusiastically and cheerfully.

The few casual physical contacts were really provocative.

Sophia also quietly approached, "Zhou, you are the big boss, are you very rich?"

Zhou Buqi smiled and said, "Almost like your father."

"Are you my dad's friend?"

"Um."

"You look so cute, I like her very much."

Sophia's beautiful eyes were full of joy, flashing with joy.

Zhou Buqi was slightly startled.

It was also the first time someone praised me for looking "cute".

"Then... let's go on a date?"

Sofia blinked, looking expectant and curious.

"What?"

Zhou Buqi was startled and turned to look at Stallone who was not far away. Fortunately, he was protecting his little daughter while swimming and didn't notice it.

Sophia whispered: "I will give you my phone number later. When you arrive in Los Angeles, you can make an appointment with me."

"Isn't this appropriate?" Zhou Buqi was very cautious.

Sophia covered her mouth and snickered, winking, "Let's keep it secret and don't let my father know. Aren't you his friend? Even if he finds out, I will say...I will ask Uncle Zhou for some acting advice." matter."

Zhou Buqi was amused. He felt that this girl was quite quirky. Looking at her figure... she was also very tall and pretty, with fair and delicate skin. She was really cute.

Sofia seemed to have noticed his gaze, and deliberately raised her chest, as if to comfort him, "Don't worry, I have grown up. I am a virgin. If you don't mind my inexperience, we can give it a try." Well, Sistine also wants to give it a try. But my father is very strict and won’t let us date boys at all.”

Sistine is her second sister, who looks similar to her. In addition to being stunningly beautiful, she also has a very delicate and charming figure.

Zhou Buqi finally saw the beauty of American adolescent girls, "But I don't know how to act."

"Ah?" Sophia didn't understand. "Aren't you the boss of the film company?"

Zhou Buqi said: "I am an investor."

"Oh, that's it..." Sophia thought for a moment, then her beautiful eyes flashed, "It doesn't matter, if dad finds out, I will learn investment and financial management from Uncle Zhou."

"Ha ha."

Zhou Buqi thought this girl was very cute.

Stallone seemed to have noticed the situation and swam over quickly, very alert.

After waiting ashore, we arrived at the beach.

Sophia lay on her stomach, unhooked her underwear behind her back, and shouted coquettishly: "Uncle Zhou, can you do me a favor? Apply sunscreen for me?"

"this……"

Zhou Buqi was a little moved.

Stallone, who was standing next to him, decisively stopped him and said loudly: "Let mom help you!"

Sophia sighed helplessly, sat up, spread her hands towards Zhou Buqi, and said helplessly: "You see, this is my dearest daddy, an old antique."

The swimsuit on her upper body had been unbuttoned, and when she sat up, it slipped off, exposing everything to Zhou Buqi.

Don't tell me, it's very exciting and exciting.

Her sister Sistine laughed at her, "Sofia, you idiot, you are gone!"

There was something cunning in Sophia's eyes, as if she was despising her second sister Sistine for her low intelligence.

Her mother ran over decisively and blocked her daughter's view.

Stallone had spent his whole life wandering around flowers, so how could he not understand what was going on, so he said very cautiously: "Zhou, if you want to date Sophia, you have to wait a few more years."

Zhou Buqi didn't take it seriously, "As the child grows older, we still have to give her some freedom."

"She's still young."

"Um?"

"We came to Spain for vacation this time just to celebrate her 15th birthday."

"Cough... cough cough..."

Zhou Buqi was almost scared to death.

Celebrating your 15th birthday?

Is this too small?

Looks too mature, right?

He thought she was a girl of eighteen or nineteen years old, with a slim figure and well-developed waist and hip curves, but he didn't expect her to be too small.

He didn't dare to touch such a young girl abroad, even in China he had never touched her.

After further questioning, I found out that Sophia was born in 1996 and Sistine was born in 1998. She is only 13 years old this year, but she has developed into a slim and feminine figure.

No wonder in the wealthy circles in Palm Beach, Miami, there are always rumors that many rich people like to date teenage girls... There is really a reason.

This time, Zhou Buqi stopped coveting other people's daughters. He and Stallone lay on the beach and chatted about work matters.

He had received an email saying that Stallone had recently become very close to Warner Bros.

For some non-series films that have no expectations for the domestic market, Stallone seems to have no intention of cooperating with Ziweixing Universal, but chose Warner.

Taking this opportunity, Zhou Buqi expressed his dissatisfaction.

Stallone became popular back then because of the "Rocky" series invested by MGM, and MGM is now a subsidiary of Ziweixing Universal.

Now, MSI Global has helped him open up the domestic market... Well, he has gone over to cooperate with Warner. Isn't this repaying kindness with enmity?

Stallone apologized repeatedly, saying that Warner had offered him a signing fee that he could not refuse and wanted to sign a five-movie deal with him.

"Sign with Summit Entertainment or MGM!"

Zhou Buqi is beyond doubt.

Depend on!

If I can’t handle your daughter, I can’t handle you?