As the saying went, before the first wave had subsided, another wave arose. In less than a day, Xiao Yunhai and Paramount's battle started again.
Xiao Yunhai posted on both his and Marvel's homepage that "Grandmasters" would premiere on June 6th.
In just ten minutes, Paramount Pictures responded. They would screen "Fist God" on June 4th and 10th respectively.
Not to mention those entertainment companies, even ordinary movie fans knew that Paramount was deliberately attacking Xiao Yunhai's movie.
Xiao Yunhai was not surprised by Paramount's approach. What surprised him was that the other party had learned to use tactics. He knew that he could not beat him in Asia, so he chose to only fight in Europe and America. He was smart for once.
Also, Paramount's two movies would be promoted together, so the cost would be reduced by at least one-third. It was an extra gain.
Just as "Grandmasters," "Fist God," and "Titan" were doing their best to promote, Mo Yina came to Xiao Yunhai's office and reported to him about the cast of "Prison Break."
Xiao Yunhai respected his and Zhao Wanqing's agent very much. He personally made her a cup of tea and said with a smile, "Sister Mo, did you bring me good news?"
Mo Yina shook her head and said, "Yunhai, I'm afraid you will be disappointed. Only a few people agreed, including the lead actor, Scott Broom. Most of the actors did not agree. "
Xiao Yunhai was stunned. He did not expect that with his current status, so many people would reject his TV series. It was too illogical.
Seeing Xiao Yunhai's surprised expression, Mo Yina explained, "Yunhai, the people you found are all outstanding actors, but they are all very unique. Just like Scott Broom. It's not that no entertainment companies approached him, but they were all rejected. The reason is the same as yours. He likes freedom and does not want to be restricted by the company or other aspects. Our Marvel Comics is developing very well. They also hope to work with a world-class director like you, but they don't want to join our Marvel. "
"Even if they can make a name for themselves in the world, they are still unwilling?"
"I've already told them that the lowest viewership ratings for 'Prison Break' will reach 10%, but none of them believed me. Yunhai, if I didn't know you well, I wouldn't have believed it either. Because until today, there hasn't been a TV series that can achieve such a viewership rating worldwide. "
Xiao Yunhai rubbed his nose and said, "Looks like I need to talk to them personally. Sister Mo, use my name to invite them to join our Marvel Comics Company. I think they'll give me face. "
Mo Yina nodded. "Okay."
At 10am the next day, the nine actors who had not agreed to appear in "Prison Break" arrived at Marvel Comics.
Xiao Yunhai personally went downstairs to welcome them, giving them enough face.
Sitting in a small conference room, Xiao Yunhai looked around, especially at Scott Broom's face. He was very satisfied.
The most important thing about an actor was his temperament. Although these people were not very famous, their temperament was undoubtedly very similar to the characters in the movies.
Xiao Yunhai smiled and said, "Gentlemen, thank you for taking the time to come to Marvel Comics. I think everyone should be clear about the reason why I invited you."
Scott Broom said, "Mr. Xiao, I've read part of the script of 'Prison Break'. It's very exciting. I also believe that this TV series will be very good, but I will never join Marvel Comics for a TV series. I hope you can understand this. "
Everyone else nodded in agreement.
Xiao Yunhai said, "I understand what you mean. I put in a lot of effort to write this' Prison Break '. It's absolutely brilliant. Regardless of whether you are the main character or the supporting character, as long as you act in 'Prison Break', you will definitely become famous in the world. The reason why I chose all of you to act in this TV series is because you are all free people. I don't want to work for other companies. "
The bearded Louis Hart asked, "Mr. Xiao, are you so confident in 'Prison Break'? I heard from Miss Mo that your goal is to achieve an average viewership rating of 10%. Do you think it's possible? "
Xiao Yunhai smiled. "I don't dare to say for other countries, but the viewership rating in Europe and Asia will definitely exceed 10%. But I want to tell you that this is not my goal, but my bottom line. "
Louis Hart shook his head and smiled. "Mr. Xiao, you are a little too confident. At this time and age, 10% of the viewership ratings is simply impossible. "
Scott Bloom said, "That's right. Ever since the Internet became popular, not to mention the average viewership rating, even the highest viewership rating has rarely reached 10%. "
Xiao Yunhai smiled. "In that case, why don't we make a bet? If the viewership rating of 'Prison Break' exceeds 10% in Europe, America, and Asia, you will join Marvel. I will sign a contract according to your current net worth. If the viewership rating can't reach 10%, I will double your pay and forget about joining Marvel. What do you think? "
Scott Broom's eyes lit up. Without thinking, he said, "I'll do it. 'Prison Break' is really good. I like it very much. "
The others thought for a while and nodded in agreement.
Xiao Yunhai smiled. "Then it's settled. Since it involves double your pay, we'd better sign an agreement. I have already signed it. You can take a good look. "
After that, Xiao Yunhai gave Mo Yina a look. Mo Yina nodded, took out the agreement from her bag, and distributed it to them.
The terms were stated clearly, and no one had any objections. Five minutes later, everyone had signed the agreement.
Xiao Yunhai smiled. "Welcome to Marvel Comics."
Everyone was stunned. Scott Broom said, "Mr. Xiao, we don't seem to be your company's artists, right?"
Xiao Yunhai said confidently, "Not now. In a few months, you will be. I can guarantee that 'Prison Break' will make you famous and enter the ranks of the top actors in Hollywood. "
Scott Broom said with a smile, "I hope so. By the way, Mr. Xiao, when will we start filming? "
Xiao Yunhai said, "It should be in late July or early August. I am a football fan. I want to go to London to watch the World Cup. "
Scott Broom said, "That's great. I want to watch the World Cup too. "
They were all football fans. After signing the agreement, they started talking about football.
Half an hour later, Xiao Yunhai handed the script of 'Prison Break' to everyone and asked them to go back and read it carefully.
After confirming the actors, Xiao Yunhai started to set up the crew of 'Prison Break'. After careful examination, Xiao Yunhai found an Italian director who had been in the industry for more than 30 years to be his assistant director. He asked him to find a suitable shooting location. Especially prison. Most of the plot in the TV series would unfold there. Xiao Yunhai didn't want to fool around.
In order to be successful, Xiao Yunhai would use strict requirements to shoot this TV series. He believed that with its own plot and his own directing ability, it would definitely be popular all over the world.
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