After dealing with 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 Tracy Jacob came to the door to express their interest in the role of Captain Jack Sparrow.

In fact, Ronan has also made preparations before, and has contacted Hugh Jackman, Jim Carrey and Christopher Walken.

Even Michael Keaton, the actor who plays Batman, once appeared on Ronan's alternative list.

Of course, the first choice is Johnny Depp.

Everyone in his previous life believed that Captain Jack Sparrow's actor was irreplaceable, and Johnny Depp even lived his life as Captain Pirates, which also deeply influenced Ronan.

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

But Ronan would not have to submit all the conditions proposed by Johnny Depp because of these, and some of them are outrageous.

"This is a pirate character with an alternative style."

In the reception room of Shahai Entertainment, Johnny Depp's agent Tracy Jacob said to Ronan: "Most actors can't control this type of role at all. Apart from Depp, there is no second actor who fully fits this role."

Ronan knew that the other party was increasing his own negotiation capital, so he was not in a hurry to refute.

Tracy Jacob continued: "Depp is the best and unique among the actors of this style." She glanced at Ronan: "The $12 million salary is not high for a unique actor."

Ronan smiled and said, "As far as I know, Depp's previous video was paid only $4 million."

Tracy Jacob said calmly: "It was a literary drama film. "Pirates of the Caribbean" is a big-produced commercial film, and the pay between the two is incomparable."

She further said: "Mr. Anderson, there are few actors in Hollywood that suit this character style, and Depp is the best one!"

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

Tracy Jacob frowned: "Why?"

Ronan talked nonsense: "Because the actor I like most is Hugh Jackman, and the characters who set the drawings are also drawn based on Hugh Jackman."

"No, right." Tracy Jacob looked carefully at the setting drawings, and no matter how you look at them, they were a bit similar to Johnny Depp.

Luo Nan said lightly: "You have read the drawings and you can recall them."

Tracy Jacob recalled and found that under the smoky makeup of the drawing, the character's face was indeed a bit like Hugh Jackman.

Ronan said again: "Because the person I like most is Hugh Jackman, I named the character Jack."

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

Before Tracy Jacob could speak, he said: "Depp has never been the only choice for Sand Sea Entertainment and Pirates of the Caribbean. In addition to Hugh Jackman, Jim Carrey and Christopher Walken are also one of our candidates. "Pirates of the Caribbean" is a Pirate adventure comedy, with comedy elements mainly focused on Captain Jack. Jim Carrey's funny skills are well known. Christopher Walken has also had relevant experience in playing Captain Hook. Depp does not have much advantage over them."

"Is that?" Tracy Jacob was very good at taking advantage of women's natural advantages and said a little scoundrel: "Then why don't you choose them? Instead, come to Depp?"

Ronan suddenly laughed: "At the beginning, I sent an invitation to all the actors. There was no news between you and Depp. I think you rejected this invitation. But unexpectedly, Depp and Depp took the initiative to find him."

In terms of the word "active", he deliberately aggravated the pronunciation.

Tracy Jacob's face remained unchanged, but a swear word appeared in his heart. If Depp hadn't resigned and put pressure on her, how could she take the initiative to turn back?

Ronan knows how to stop right away, and does not embarrass Tracy Jacob. After all, the producers and agents work more than confrontation, so there is no need to go against each other.

"Ms. Jacob, the reason why I sit here to talk to you is undeniable is that Depp is indeed more suitable for Captain Jack." Ronan changed his tone and said: "Visual Effects Wonder is one of the biggest selling points of this film. The film's budget is very high, with a minimum of $120 million, but most of the funds are spent on filming and production, and the salary budget is not much left."

Tracy Jacob kept frowning.

Ronan said: "I am willing to contact you and promote negotiations, mainly because I think Depp's salary is the lowest among all candidates, but the result is too different from what I expected."

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

"Yes." Tracy Jacob could not deny this almost public message: "The American Drug Lord's pay."

"I'm willing to pay Depp $5 million," Ronan said.

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

Ronan said lightly: "Have Depp been representative works in recent years since "A Different Sky" and "Bonnie and Joan"? Depp has been ups and downs in Hollywood for many years, and it is not an exaggeration to say that he is a little out of date now!"

After throwing a big stick, Ronan gave another sweet date: "I am willing to pay $6 million for Depp's style."

"Pirates of the Caribbean" is at least a trilogy, and the pay negotiations are not only for the present, but also for the future.

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

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

Ronan did not respond immediately, and then said slowly: "I am willing to pay $7 million for an actor with a unique style."

Tracy Jacob breathed a sigh of relief: "Yes."

Ronan's words are not finished yet: "But there are several conditions."

The pay is basically up to the requirements, and Tracy Jacob doesn't care much about the details: "Mr. Anderson, please say."

Ronan said directly: "Pirates of the Caribbean" is a trilogy series in the plan. Captain Jack Sparrow is one of the most important characters. I hope Depp can sign a trilogy actor contract with Sand Sea Entertainment to ensure the continuity of the role and the series of movies."

"Of course, we won't treat Depp badly in terms of pay. The second movie is $10 million, and the third movie is $13 million."

Given Johnny Depp's current status and situation, this pay number is full of attractiveness, and Tracy Jacob is also considering it.

It is obvious that the $7 million salary is directly linked to the conditions offered later.

Tracy Jacob said just after a little consideration: "I need to communicate with Depp about this."

"Yes." Ronan didn't expect Tracy Jacob, the agent, to respond immediately: "I hope the crew won't wait too long."

If a trilogy cooperation can be signed, it is undoubtedly possible to limit Johnny Depp's high pay in the last two episodes.

The first box office hit was a sure thing to raise Johnny Depp’s salary, but with a trilogy contract in hand, it can avoid Johnny Depp’s pay being so high that it was as exaggerated as in previous lives.

If you remember correctly, "Pirates of the Caribbean 3: The End of the World" put Johnny Depp into the ranks of 20 million clubs, and may even involve late-stage share.

Not only Johnny Depp, but also Ronan will strive to get the company to sign a trilogy contract at one time.

Especially the little blacksmith and Elizabeth, if the two actors in their previous lives refused to sign a trilogy at once, they would directly replace them.

Tracy Jacob thinks of Johnny Depp's current situation and probably the possibility of rejection will not be very high.

In particular, Johnny Depp insisted on investing $7 million in his friend's music company, and even she could not persuade him.

"There's another point." Ronan said at this time: "I hope it can be explained in advance and marked in the contract so as to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings in the later stage."

Tracy Jacob resisted the displeasure in his heart and said, "Please say it clearly."

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

Tracy Jacob couldn't help but retort: ​​"Depp is not an alcoholic!"

No one in Hollywood believes this, Ronan did not refute and said with a smile: "I believe this too. But this is also good for Depp, and can help Depp stay away from alcohol and some unnecessary trouble for the time being."

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

Ronan has something to say before: "I don't want Depp's normal work due to alcohol and other issues. This is not only Depp's own business, but it will even have a negative impact on the cooperation between the crew and the insurance company. I hope to write these in the contract. If the contract is breached, the producer has the right to deduct part of Depp's pay."

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

As an agent, Tracy Jacob also hated Johnny Depp's alcoholism and knew that this clause was not a bad thing for Depp at all, or even very beneficial.

"Mr. Anderson," said Tracy Jacob. "I will communicate with Depp."

An actor who is addicted to alcohol may fall even bigger in the future.
Chapter completed!