It was not just America. The news of Xiao Yunhai and 3D technology quickly spread all over the world.
Most countries and regions were skeptical of Xiao Yunhai's 3D technology. Only Hua Xia believed in Xiao Yunhai's big news. His fans were even more excited.
"Yun Huang is amazing. Dream Special Effects Imaging is once again at the forefront of the world."
"Yun Huang has really made Hua Xia's entertainment industry proud. Back then, Hollywood's technology was the best in the world. Hua Xia had to act according to their wishes. Now, Yun Huang's Dream Special Effects Imaging is in trouble. Not only has he developed the strongest special effects technology, but he has also created 3D. It's amazing. "
"Good luck, Yun Huang. I'm looking forward to '2012' coming soon."
"Yun Huang, I love you. You're the best."
At the headquarters of Paramount in America
In Hanks's office, Director Weaver was sitting on the sofa, smoking a cigar with a solemn expression.
"Mr. Hanks, if Xiao's' 2012 'is really a mature 3D movie, then we're in big trouble," Weaver said.
Hanks frowned. Now that he heard Xiao Yunhai's name, he felt a little uncomfortable. Two consecutive failures made him feel a little lacking in confidence.
"Mr. Weaver, do you think what Xiao said is true?"
Weaver thought for a moment and said, "I don't know. When he said that his movie used 3D technology, I didn't believe it at all. Because of 3D special effects technology, I've also conducted special research. In the end, I found that it involves too many aspects. "
"To perfectly present a 3D movie to the fans on the big screen, not only do you need a 3D screen, a 3D camera, and 3D glasses, but you also need a director and cameraman who know 3D shooting technology and perfectly combine it with special effects during post-production. It's very difficult to do all this. At that time, I thought it was a fantasy. "
"That's why I thought that Xiao's' 2012 'was just empty talk. His purpose was just to promote it. But now, he dared to use 3D cameras to shoot four movies at the same time. I didn't understand what was going on. Maybe he really can do it. "
Hearing Weaver's words, Hanks suddenly felt a sense of irritation and panic. However, in front of Weaver, he still managed to control himself.
"If what Xiao Yunhai said is true, do we still have a chance of winning?" Hanks asked Weaver with bright eyes.
Weaver took a puff of his cigar, shook his head, and said, "I don't know. Because I'm not sure what kind of effect "2012" can achieve. If it can perfectly give people the feeling of being there, then we have almost no hope of winning. "
Hanks's expression was a little ugly. "Director Weaver, to be honest, I'm really out of my wits right now. I feel like this Xiao is my nemesis. Every time I meet him, it makes me feel terrible. "
Weaver comforted him. "We don't have to worry too much. If a 3D movie wants to meet the fans, they have to change the screen to a 3D screen. They also need to buy a lot of 3D glasses. These won't be cheap. Especially the transformation of the 3D screen. I estimate that a screen will cost at least 200,000 USD. Therefore, even if those cinema owners want to do this, they probably don't have that much money. Even if they have the money, they probably won't have the guts. After all, 3D movies are a new thing. No one knows what its future will be. "
Hanks's eyes lit up. He clapped his hands and said, "That's right. 3D movies are an uncertain factor. No one dares to make a large-scale transformation. Without the 3D screen, the danger of his' 2012 'will be reduced to the minimum. "
Weaver nodded and said, "Yes. I think this is also the reason why Xiao made two versions, 2D and 3D. I'm afraid even he doesn't dare to guarantee that there will be a cinema that will be willing to spend so much money to transform the screen. "
Hanks was invigorated. He stood up and said, "Xiao said this at the press conference to advertise for the 3D movie. I'll contact the managers of the major cinema chains in Europe and America and have a good chat about this. "
Weaver smiled and said, "My 'Resident Evil' is about to be completed. These two days are the final stage. I'll get busy first."
After coming out of Hanks's office, the smile on Weaver's face immediately disappeared. It was replaced by a worried look.
What he said in the office was just to boost Hanks's confidence. In fact, he was not confident himself.
However, Weaver did not lie to Hanks. He had indeed studied 3D imaging technology. Because of this, he knew that once 3D movies matured, it would bring a subversive experience to people.
At that time, no matter how good a 2D movie was, it would definitely not be able to beat a 3D movie.
"I hope Xiao's' 2012 'is not what I imagined. Otherwise,' Resident Evil 'will really be in danger."
Weaver, who had always been confident, felt very uncomfortable placing his hopes on the other party for the box office of his movie.
After Xiao Yunhai's press conference, he invited the heads of the four major companies, Bikven, and the main creators of the four superhero movies to the manor for a meal.
Xiao Yunhai received a call from Kree just as he sent them off.
"Xiao, you did a good job of keeping it a secret. How could you not tell me about such a big thing as 3D movie technology? "
As soon as Chris came up, he immediately started to criticize him.
Xiao Yunhai said in annoyance, "Everyone in the world knows that my '2012' is a 3D movie. Don't you know?"
Kree said, "I know. But I always thought that your 3D technology was not mature and that '2012' was just a test product. "
Xiao Yunhai pretended to be angry. "Kree, you brat. So you never believed me."
Kree seemed to realize that he had let the cat out of the bag. He explained with a smile, "I didn't mean that. I … "
Xiao Yunhai interrupted him and said, "Stop looking for excuses. It's useless no matter how well you make it up. Tell me, why are you calling? "
Kree said, "I just want to ask how much it will cost to change a 2D screen to a 3D screen. Also, what's the price of the 3D glasses and 3D camera? "
Xiao Yunhai smiled and said, "We've already set the price. The cost of changing a screen is 350,000 USD. A pair of 3D glasses is 300 USD. The 3D camera is expensive. The ordinary ones cost a few million, and the more expensive ones cost tens of millions. I think the price should have been released on Fantasy's official website. "
After Xiao Yunhai finished speaking, Chris on the other side of the phone immediately went silent. After a while, he gritted his teeth and said: "Profiteer. Xiao, you're a profiteer. "
It was no wonder that Kree would say that. According to Xiao Yunhai's price, if there were 100,000 yuan that needed to be changed into a 3D screen, that would be 35 billion USD.
A screen corresponded to more than 200 seats, which would require more than 20 million pairs of glasses. That would add up to 6 billion USD.
There was also the camera. With the most conservative calculation of 1,000 cameras, that would be tens of billions.
Even though Xiao Yunhai could not earn all of it, even if he took 50% of it, he would still make a lot of money.
Xiao Yunhai smiled and said, "I've invested a billion USD in the research and development of 3D technology. Now is just the season to reap the rewards. Kree, 3D movies have already become the mainstream of the world. If your MGM Grand wants to be ahead of other cinemas, it's best to settle it now. You can even get a discount. If you wait until October, then you won't get a single cent lower. "
Kree smiled bitterly and said, "I want to, but we don't have the money."
Xiao Yunhai said, "Don't cry about being poor. My MGM Grand shares have been sold at a high price. You can earn at least 3 billion USD. Plus the profits from 'Black Humor', you still dare to say that you don't have the money. "
Kree sighed and said, "You're too smart. But it's a pity that I can't make the decision for such a big matter. Also, even if we change the 2D screen to 3D, where do you expect us to find the source? "
Xiao Yunhai asked, "Then why did you call me?"
Kree said, "Our MGM Grand recently invited the great director Rowan Akkinson. He's prepared to spend a lot of money to film 'StarCraft 2'. After Director Akkinson saw your press conference, he called the company and wanted to make it into a 3D movie. That's why I called you. I hope you can sell us two 3D cameras. It's best if Director Akkinson can go to your Dream Special Effects Company for training. "
Xiao Yunhai rejected Kree's request without even thinking about it. He said, "I definitely won't agree. Kree, your actions have seriously affected my plan. In this world, nothing is as fast as a monopoly to make money. The reason why I want to film four superhero movies in one go is that I want to release them one after another after '2012' triggers the 3D craze. That way, I can get a high box office. Once I join 'StarCraft 2', it won't be a good thing for me. "
Kree said angrily, "I already knew that was your plan. Don't worry, 'StarCraft 2' will be screened after your four superhero movies. This won't affect you at all. This can be written in the agreement. "
Xiao Yunhai also realized that he seemed to be thinking too much. He smiled and said, "That's a good idea. Okay, I agree. You can ask Director Rowan Akkinson to go to Hua Xia. I'll talk to the person in charge of Dream Special Effects Company. "
Kree said happily, "You're indeed a good brother of mine. Thank you so much."
Xiao Yunhai said, "It's money. It doesn't matter who earns it. Rather than letting others earn a lot, why not let you earn a little more, brat? Otherwise, how are you going to repay the loan? "
Kree chuckled and said, "You're too infuriating."
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