313. Chapter 313 Refinancing
It took more than a week and two days to complete the reshoots of "Cold Mountain", but Sean was not relieved because various announcements were still waiting for him. The original plan was that after the New Year
Let his current achievements be hyped up again, so that his popularity will be high again, and then we can take this opportunity to do something.
But the sudden reshoots disrupted the plan. Frederick had to run around, communicate with various media, postpone some announcements, and owed a few favors for this. So as soon as Sean finished the reshoots, he was
He pushed me to get on the show.
"Yes, the Grammys are just around the corner. Frankly speaking, it's impossible not to win. I know the hope is slim, but that doesn't mean we should give up hope." was quoted by Joe on "The Daily Show."
When asked by Eun Stewart what he thought about next month's Grammy Awards, Sean responded this way.
There is no doubt that this immediately set off a wave of criticism, and those guys who had been quiet because of Christmas and New Year jumped out and attacked again.
"I think it's better for Sean Tang to have some hope. The greater the hope, the greater the disappointment." It was also a kind reminder.
"When the Grammy Awards are over, Sean Don will know that his efforts were not enough." This is cynical.
"He once again showed his arrogance, even though he packaged himself as inspirational." This is malicious speculation.
"I never knew there were so many people who hated me," Sean sighed as he flipped through the newspaper. "If I had known this, I shouldn't have released the song."
Of course, this is a joke. Even if he knew that this kind of thing would happen to him at the time, he would still release "YouRaiseMeUp", just like he hasn't given up now.
So Frederick immediately gave him a look: "You should save your energy to deal with those online reporters, Sean, they are more unscrupulous than reporters from traditional media."
Just as he was talking, a young man dressed as a reporter walked in from the door of the hotel. After looking around, he came straight over. Sean then stood up and shook hands with him with a smile. With the rise of blogs, and
Several journalists have become famous overnight through blogs, such as Levitt, who has a good relationship with Sean. More and more ordinary people are choosing to open blogs and publish information on the Internet.
Sean has only been famous for a short period of time, and his connections in traditional media can only be said to be average. Although he has the help of Frederick and the agency, Endeavor's resources cannot be fully used on him. Therefore, since it is only a short while,
He couldn't make up for it. He had some judgment about the future, so he seized the opportunity to find ways to expand his influence on the Internet.
The effect of this is pretty good, at least on the Internet, the voices supporting him are overwhelming, but what makes people laugh or cry is that even the people who support him don't think it is possible for him to win a Grammy trophy.
"You're the best, Sean, don't worry about the Grammys!" They always leave such words under his blog.
Okay, it doesn't matter, as long as someone clearly expresses their support for you, it's enough. With support, there will be popularity, and with popularity, there will be other things.
On January 25, an important agreement was signed in the conference room of Samsara Pictures. However, there were no media or flashlights at the scene, because such an agreement was so ordinary that any company that had developed to a certain scale would have it.
Such an agreement has been passed. But for Sean and Vladimir, it is a big step forward for the film company. Not every new film company obtains US$120 million in financing two years after its establishment.
Because Sean's reputation has greatly increased during this period, the financing negotiations that were already smooth have gone even smoother. This is probably because his precise vision is clearly highlighted at every turn. With Neil's help, he finally and the four
An investment company reached a financing agreement of 20 million yuan more than the highest estimate. As a result, Samsara Pictures will surely be able to expand better in the next year, and it will not be a problem to become a top third-tier production company - it may even be possible
Ranked among the quasi-second tier.
"Although I am very happy, when I think about my equity being diluted like that, I feel melancholy." After the other person left, Sean said in a lamentable tone in his office.
"Come on, Sean, even if a board of directors is formed, you still have unshakable decision-making power, so don't pretend to be there." Neil, who had followed over, said immediately.
Well, although Sean couldn't come up with the same amount of funds this time to ensure his absolute control, he still invested part of the money he earned from "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre", so although the US$120 million in financing
It's high, but not enough to reduce his equity to the point where he loses control of the company.
"Okay, okay, let's celebrate." Sean laughed, and when Vladimir came in, he immediately asked his secretary to pour the prepared champagne.
"How's it going, Todd, our goal is being achieved step by step, right?" He said while holding the cup.
"Yes, we are moving forward step by step towards the set goal," Vladimir nodded, and then showed a sigh of relief, "Frankly speaking, although I have seen many surprising things, I have to
Say, we created a miracle."
"Will you continue?" Although Sean used the question, he also raised the wine glass in his hand.
Vladimir chuckled softly and touched the cup in his hand: "I'm continuing."
"Why were I excluded?" Neil interjected with dissatisfaction, "Although I only played a little role, a little role is still a role."
"Well, thank you for everything you did for me, Neil. I'm glad that I bought a stake in your investment company." Sean laughed, and then blinked deliberately, "I'm also glad that you didn't
My shares are completely diluted."
"As long as you keep investing money, it won't be diluted." Neil immediately gave him a look.
Sean laughed again, then raised his glass and touched it with him, and drank it all in one gulp.
"I'll take care of the rest of the things, as well as yours. Don't worry, everything is going well." Vladimir, who was still busy, didn't stay much longer and left after saying this.
"It sounds like you are planning something?" Neil, who was listening, asked tentatively.
What else could it be? Of course it was a matter of a shell company. James Wan and Leigh Whannell did a great job. They completed the shooting and post-editing in time for this year’s Sundance Film Festival. However, the subtitles could not be posted before and after.
There are some problems with the soundtrack, as well as a few parts of the soundtrack. But it is pretty good to be able to do this, and the final soundtrack is still very high-quality, very similar to what Sean heard in his previous life - although I can't remember it.
There are too many, but as soon as the soundtrack started playing, I immediately remembered it.
This is an unexpected surprise. You must know that the last soundtrack when the old man got up was the finishing touch in the previous life. If it were bad here, it would lower this shocking ending by half a level. Fortunately, there is Wen Wenner.
The supervision is basically the same, the details may be different, but Sean will definitely not be able to tell.
In short, it caught up with the film festival and shocked many viewers when it was released. Miramax saw it and thought it had promising prospects, so distribution would not be a problem. The only trouble is that because of the rush, many places do not have it.
It was carefully crafted to the point where it was a little too gory, so it got an NC-17 rating from the MPAA.
This level is a complete adult level. Not only are minors under the age of 17 strictly prohibited from watching, but it can only be released in a few designated theaters. If it is released at this level, there will undoubtedly be heavy losses at the box office, so Wen and the others still have to make modifications.
, but it should be released in time for the summer vacation.
Once the box office is a hit, the first step of the originally planned plan will be solidified, and then before the next financing, or before one's own equity is further diluted, and finally before stepping down from the position of chairman, this will be done as much as possible.
Bag company gets more copyrights.
Of course, you can't talk to Neil about this kind of thing for the time being. Not to mention that if too many people know, it will be easy to leak the secret. He is also one of the investors, so Sean changed the topic.
"Nothing, some movies ready to be released. By the way, during your four years at Harvard, have you heard anything about Natalie Portman?" he asked.
"Natalie Portman?" Neil recalled carefully, and then showed a sudden look on his face, "You mean the famous Queen Amidala!"
He looked at him and narrowed his eyes: "Why are you asking about this?"
"Forget it if you don't tell me." Sean poured himself another glass of champagne and turned around, not bothering to pay attention to him.
"Okay, okay," Neil shrugged, "she did cause a sensation when she first entered school, that is, in 1999. You know, "Star Wars" fans are everywhere, even though many people
Although I was critical of the first prequel, those who liked it still liked it, and Queen Amidala became quite popular because of it.”
At this point, he paused and recalled for two or three seconds before continuing: "In short, she excited a lot of people when she entered school, and people often visited her during that time, but she kept a low profile and never did anything
It was something shocking, so it gradually subsided - that's about it. You know, although I also like the Star Wars trilogy, I'm not crazy about it, and I'm not interested in what she did at Harvard.
"
"Thank you." Sean nodded to express his understanding, and then prepared to do other things.
But Neil wasn't going to let him go: "That's it? You have to say something, right?"
"What else do you want me to say?" Sean asked.
"Why are you asking for news about Amidala?" Neil showed his previous probing look again, "Do you want to date her? It is said that she has a very regular private life."
"Just a casual question. I acted with her during the reshoot of "Cold Mountain" before." Sean didn't want to say too much, "Okay, let's talk about other things, such as whether you plan to
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