167. Chapter 167 Gradually rising salary
Many times, the parties involved seem to be in trouble, but only one step is needed to resolve the conflict smoothly. However, once the stalemate enters the stage, it is difficult for both parties to take the initiative to bow their heads, especially those with identities, but not to the point where they can cooperate with their enemies for the sake of interests.
At this time, outsiders who understand the situation need to break the deadlock. Like Sean, they are closely related to them, and they are actually just bystanders. This is destined to be able to better grasp the center of things and make the most appropriate reactions. In fact, he is indeed doing well.
Just a few sentences not only put the core issue on the surface, but also gave one of them, but also vaguely established himself as the male lead. Yes, that's right, after that, as long as Zach and Schumacher agreed, Sean, who has the greatest contribution, will definitely not be kicked out of the crew. It can be said that this is a matter of killing a few things.
However, if you think this is very simple, you are very wrong, you cannot accurately judge the situation, find key issues, cannot guide topics in a targeted manner, and speaking rashly will only backfire.
The simplest example is that the steps to step down can only be given to Zach, not Schumacher or both parties, because as a producer, he first initiated the conflict, and he was also struggling because of his unclear judgment. Through the steps given by Sean, he could take a step back in disguise, and at the same time reflect the authorship of the producer - Sean took the lead in apologizing, and asked him to join in the discussion of the revision of the script.
After the producer took a step back, the director and the screenwriter would no longer insist, so no matter what the discussion was made, the conflict was over. If they changed the order and gave Schumacher a step first, the producer might be very happy, but the director's mood would be hard to say. If Sean still played this role, the director might find something that could improve his mood.
It can be said that by being able to detect the problem in a short time and then respond correctly, Sean's ability to observe words and expressions and adapt to changes has reached a higher level.
"Frankly speaking, I'm still a little nervous. If I make a mistake in the judgment, all the efforts I put into this period will be wasted." After returning from Schumacher, Sean was really relieved, "But no matter what, the problem has been solved now, and the male protagonist should be fine, right?"
The last sentence was said to Frederick.
"If they are really as harmonious as you said, then there should be no problem." The agent who left after Sean appeared, then waited outside until he came out and sent him back nodded.
"That's great." Sean breathed a sigh of relief, then realized something and reached out to pat Sanders, who was a little depressed. "Okay, Sandy, don't care so much, you've done a good job."
"But..." Sanders was still a little embarrassed.
"In fact, this is not bad. Although it is a bit of a surprise and a bit of adventure, the result is better. If I continue to do it like the original, I may not be able to get the role, and it will be much more difficult to see the ending script change at that time." Sean said with a smile, then glanced at Frederick.
The agent who was originally trying to say something then closed his mouth.
The matter about "Sniper Telephone Booth" came to an end. As Frederick predicted, although the crew did not say it clearly, it was basically decided. The next step was to discuss the pay and what was before the contract. Sean also started a temporary break and prepared for the upcoming filming. Although he didn't know when it would be, it would definitely not be too long.
Then, during the rest period, he also paid attention to other aspects. For example, the shares of netflix have been completely acquired, and "My Grand Greek Wedding" has been completed, waiting for the day to start the filming. In addition, Neil's investment company has also been working well. He has said before that he has recommended some potential IT stocks to many investors. After the IT bubble has passed, these investors will make money, and the company will naturally grow and grow.
However, Neil was still not very satisfied and even complained to Sean on the phone: "Since you are optimistic about "My Grand Greek Wedding", why not let me raise funds for you? If you can make a profit... or even make a big profit, it will be beneficial to the investment company."
In response, Sean just rolled his eyes, and joked, once the net profit trick was used, how much money would be distributed to outside investors? It would be hard to say whether the reputation of the investment company is good or bad.
In fact, if it could really help the investment company develop, Sean actually didn't mind asking Neilra to invest. After all, that company also had its own shares, and the purpose of establishing an investment company was also this. After a deep understanding of the Hollywood-style account book, he began to hesitate. If he didn't share the accounts with investors outside the circle, it would affect the reputation of the investment company; but if he gave less, it would not have obvious results; if he gave more, it would be fine once or twice, but if he gave more, would he be rejected by large studios in the circle?
After all, he was still a person who had just entered this circle. He was still quite far from the core and had no much capital to squander, so he could only choose to hold his troops temporarily. In this way, and he always felt that "My Grand Greek Wedding" would have a very good prospect. It seemed that he had seen relevant situations somewhere in his previous life, so he insisted on investing alone, so he temporarily found an excuse to evade Neil.
"Hi, Alice, you look so pretty today. How are you doing recently?" When she came outside Frederick's office, Sean asked the female assistant sitting outside with a smile.
"Fortunately... Mr. Rogers will be back in a few minutes. Please wait a moment," the other party forced a smile, then lowered his head, "Can... don't say hello to me like this, Sean?"
Although the voice was very small, Sean still heard it and couldn't help rolling his eyes in his heart, but nodded on the surface: "Okay."
"That guy Fred, I just said a few more words to Alice, and he was like the end of the world." Sean said dissatisfied after entering the office.
"He's that's what he looks like, and once he encounters something related to you, he'll start making a fuss, you know." Sanders, who followed in with him, shrugged.
"Yes, I know, even if he doesn't say it, I know what will happen if I get into Alice, so I won't do anything to her at all. Am I the kind of person who does things based on my own preferences regardless of importance?" Sean spread his hands.
"Well... to be honest, you are indeed on women." Sanders thought for a moment, then said in a very serious tone.
Sean glared at him and began to flip over Frederick's desk a few seconds later: "I'm very upset, I need to give him some color."
There were not many things on the agent's desk. Apart from computers, various files and small decorations, there were only a few scripts. Sean naturally took the script and read it, and soon a name attracted him.
At this moment, a light cough came into his ears. He raised his head and saw Alice standing at the door: "Shawn, please don't..."
The office is transparent, so it is easy for her to see what he is doing while sitting outside. Although she hasn't finished speaking, she can tell what she wants to say when she looks a little uneasy. It seems that after Sean found "Sniper Telephone Booth" because he randomly flipped the script, Frederick scolded her fiercely.
"Sorry." Sean immediately opened his hands and walked out from behind the desk, then quickly glanced at the name of the script and kept it in his heart.
"Sure enough, you basically won't refuse the woman's request." After he sat back, Sanders teased this, and Sean just shrugged.
Frederick came back soon, taking a brisk step, looking very happy, and greeted him as soon as he came in: "Hey guys, you guys, you came very early."
"It's not us early, it's because you're late, Fred." Sean said with a smile.
"Is that?" The agent looked at the time uncertainly, "Okay, don't worry about those, there is good news, the contract has been drafted, if you have seen it, you can sign the contract. I asked them for a pay of 2 million."
"Oh?" Sean was a little surprised. "You thought there would be only 1 million."
"How is it possible? You are one of the youngest Best Actor nominees for the Golden Globe Awards, and there are two movies with good box office, which is very suitable for 2 million." Frederick said proudly. "If the investment in the movie was not too low, about 13 million, I could have asked for more."
As he said that, he glanced at Sanders: "If it was an investment of 40 million, I could definitely negotiate with a pay of 4 million."
"Okay OK, we all know you're amazing," Sean smiled and shook his head, then turned over the handed thing, "Since that's the case, I'll take a step first and let the lawyer see the contract."
"No problem," said Frederick, probably because Sanders didn't refute himself as usual. "By the way, the boot time is about October, and the shooting is planned within four weeks. Remember to prepare. Schumacher and others said that the first plan was November, but because of your presence, they saved them a lot of trouble."
"Ha, then I should be even more proud." Sean laughed.
Except for the office, he called Garen who was guarding outside, and the three of them came outside together. Sanders still looked taciturn.
Sean saw it and found a pen and paper after getting in the car. After writing a few words, he handed it to Sanders: "Sandy, I want you to do me a favor and help me check the details of this movie?"
"Details?" Sanders answered in confusion.
"Yes, for more specific story content, which actors are involved, and which company is responsible for the production." Sean explained briefly.
"What good thing did you see on Fred's desk just now?" Sanders asked half-tearedly.
"Can you do this, okay?" Sean looked at him with a smile.
Sanders sighed, then laughed again: "Well, who made me your assistant?"
Chapter completed!