In his previous life, The Lord of the Rings trilogy cost a total of 270 million USD, but in this highly developed world of entertainment, this amount of money was not enough to pay the actors.
After listening to Xiao Yunhai's words, Bikven on the other end of the phone was silent for a while before he said, "Mr. Xiao, you're an excellent director. No matter what I say or how I explain, I won't be able to convince you. I just want to ask, are you willing to invest 2.5 billion USD in this movie? "
Xiao Yunhai chuckled and said, "If I were a simple businessman, I definitely wouldn't invest. Unfortunately, I'm also a director, and I know what you're thinking. With the special effects technology of my company, Dreamscape and Magic City, I'm fully capable of bringing the world of the novel to the big screen. Therefore, I can tell you clearly that I, Xiao Yunhai, am willing to invest in this huge Magic City production. Even if I lose everything in the end, I'll accept it. "
After hearing Xiao Yunhai's words, Bikven's breathing suddenly quickened, and he shouted in disbelief, "Oh my God, did I hear it wrong? Mr. Xiao, you're really willing to invest in The Lord of the Rings? "
Xiao Yunhai smiled and said, "That's right. Director Bikven, the special effects company is mine, so there's no problem in this regard. As for the filming cost, 1.8 billion USD should be more than enough. "
Bikven was so excited that his voice trembled a little, and he said, "That's great. Mr. Xiao, I really don't know what to say. Don't worry, The Lord of the Rings trilogy will definitely become the most popular and classic movie series in the world's film history. "
Xiao Yunhai said, "I believe in this. Mr. Bikven, have you bought the copyright of this novel? Can you send me a copy of the script? I want to take a look. "
Bikven smiled and said, "I bought all the copyright of the novel a long time ago, and used two years to write the complete script. Mr. Xiao, you're also an expert in writing scripts. You can help me correct them. "
Xiao Yunhai said, "You are too modest. I will definitely read it carefully."
Bikven said, "Mr. Xiao, I heard that you're going back to Yan Jing tomorrow. I don't know if you can go back one day later, because I can only reach Los Angeles in the afternoon at the earliest."
Xiao Yunhai said, "I'm sorry, Mr. Bikven. Our Hua Xia will be holding the Golden Goblet Film Festival on March 15th. I have to prepare in advance."
Bikven sighed. "That's too bad."
Xiao Yunhai smiled and said, "There's nothing to pity. Mr. Bikven, if you want to make Lord of the Rings, you will need a lot of special effects, and my company is in Beijing. So, no matter what, you have to come. By then, I'll be waiting for you in Beijing. "
Bikven smiled and said, "You're right. Well, I'll see you in Beijing. "
After the two ended the call, Xiao Yunhai directly dialed Kree's number on his phone.
"Xiao, did Director Bikven look for you? Haha, that's right. I told him. You don't have to thank me. "
Kree picked up the phone and said gloatingly.
Xiao Yunhai said, "Kree, Director Bikven and I have a good discussion. I agree with many of his views. Therefore, I have already promised him to invest in Lord of the Rings. When the movie makes money, I will definitely treat you to a good drink. "
Kree was stunned and said anxiously, "Xiao, are you really going to invest in this movie? Do you know how dangerous it is? "
Xiao Yunhai said, "Of course I know. If Lord of the Rings is successful, these three movies will bring me at least tens of billions of yuan. On the contrary, if it fails, I will lose all my money and lose 2.5 billion US dollars. However, Bikven and I have enough confidence and ability to make Lord of the Rings a success. "
Kree was silent for a while before he said, "Xiao, you are really crazy."
Xiao Yunhai giggled and said, "Back then when I bought Harry Potter, you also said the same thing. Facts have proven that you were ridiculously wrong. Kree, don't say that I didn't give you a chance. You'd better join us. Maybe Lord of the Rings can create a box office miracle in movie history. "
Chris said, "But it could also be the worst investment failure in the history of movies. Xiao, have you been brainwashed by Bikven? I really regret asking him to look for you now. "
Xiao Yunhai said, "Kree, there is a saying in Hua Xia, 'How many chances can you win in life?' I am still young and can afford to lose. In a word, do you want to join us? "
Chris didn't even think about it and said, "You're crazy, but I'm not. Xiao, I can only wish you good luck. If the results are not satisfactory, don't blame me. "
Xiao Yunhai laughed and said, "I just hope you don't regret it."
After ending the call with Kree, Xiao Yunhai looked at the script of Lord of the Rings that Bikven sent him.
He used two hours to finish reading the script and found that compared to the movies in his previous life, there were some differences. Bikven was more faithful to the original novel.
For example, Tom Barbondier and his wife Goldberry did not appear in the movie in his previous life. Many of the scenes of the Elven Lord Glorfindel and the Brown-Robed Wizard Radgeist were also retained. Of course, there were many differences between the two.
However, these were only minor details. There were no changes to the main plot of the story.
Bikven wrote the script with great care. Every detail was taken into account. Xiao Yunhai did not find anything that needed to be changed.
He had to admit that a great director was indeed a great director. He was indeed amazing.
The next afternoon, Xiao Yunhai and his team successfully completed their mission and flew back to Beijing.
The promotion of The Legend of the Condor Heroes was in full swing. Du Hongtai brought the crew to various places to hold media conferences. The actors in the movie also appeared on various TV stations' variety shows and interview programs. Posters were posted everywhere. It was even more overwhelming on the Internet. Every major forum was filled with its shadow.
Xiao Yun Hai's "The Legend of Lu Xiaofeng" also benefited from this. When people mentioned "The Legend of the Condor Heroes", they couldn't help but think of his martial arts novel, which saved him a lot of trouble.
Sunshine Publishing House's Hua Mingquan took over the promotion of the novel. From time to time, he would post the exciting chapters of The Legend of Lu Xiaofeng on the Internet. However, he would stop at the crucial moment. This made the martial arts fans itch and their expectations soar.
There were less than three days left before the Jingou Film Festival. Xiao Yunhai received a call from Ye Yongren.
The two of them chatted for a while before Ye Yongren got to the point.
"Yunhai, a few days ago, the Jingou Film Festival's organizing committee asked me to perform a show at the film festival. I thought about it and the theme song of Infernal Affairs is undoubtedly the most suitable. I wonder if you can sing with me? "
Xiao Yunhai smiled and said, "Of course. Teacher Ye, why don't you ask Teacher Huang and Teacher Liang too? When the four of us appear together, it will definitely cause a sensation. "
Ye Yongren heard it and said in surprise, "That's right. Why didn't I think of that? Both of them released albums when they were young. They won't have any problems singing on stage. "
Xiao Yunhai said, "I'll make a short film of Infernal Affairs tomorrow. After that, I'll settle the music arrangement. We'll rehearse the day after tomorrow. What do you think?"
Ye Yongren laughed and said, "Let's do that. I'll look for the two of them. Even if I have to coax and pester them, I must make them agree. "
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