Chapter 312 Negotiation
In order to increase her bargaining chips, Dong Peiyu listed in detail all of Hu Xiaoxiao's great achievements since her debut, including the TV series she had filmed that ranked first in the ratings throughout the year, the box office revenue of the movies she had filmed, and her current status in the film industry.
As for Hu Xiaoxiao's advertising value, her commercial activities far exceed those of other stars in Baogang. She can be said to be the undisputed number one in Baogang.
Dong Peiyu prepared the data and information and gave it to Hu Xiaoxiao for review.
When Hu Xiaoxiao saw that the whole article was praising her, she read it with great interest and the corners of her lips curled up slightly.
After reading it very carefully, Hu Xiaoxiao was delighted: Yes, she is so amazing. She went from being a nobody with no backing and no one to support her to her current status. As a woman, she created a world that no man could create. She is really amazing.
Dong Peiyu was also very happy to see Hu Xiaoxiao in a good mood. It was a great sense of accomplishment to receive recognition from her boss for the work she had done overtime. "Is there anything you need to add?"
"There is indeed one point I need to add." Hu Xiaoxiao returned the information to Dong Peiyu and analyzed it with her, saying, "Besides the fact that Shengshi Film lacks a big star to boost its popularity, there is another point that Huang Yuliang will definitely not refuse if we add it."
"What is it?"
"My ability to lead people."
Dong Peiyu woke up instantly and slapped her forehead, "How could I have forgotten about this?"
Hu Xiaoxiao's films are known for their ability to bring success to others. For example, William, the lead actor in "The Hitman's Bodyguard," is now a leading figure at Starlight Films. Hu Xiaoxiao's ability to elevate a brand-new talent to such prominence with just one film has earned him a legendary reputation within the industry.
Not to mention other roles, no matter which movie it is, Hu Xiaoxiao has brought prosperity to many actors and even directors.
What does a company value most? Future development!
If a star is just a high-profile celebrity, the company can make a lot of money when you are there, but when you leave one day, the company will be back to its original state. Such a star is actually very risky.
But if you can lead people and make other new people signed by the company popular, then the company's future development will be immeasurable!
In the past, Hu Xiaoxiao was just someone he brought in, but he became so famous. If Hu Xiaoxiao could become one of the bosses of Shengshi Film and devote himself to training new talents, one can imagine how many new talents he could bring out and how many cash cows the company could add.
Dong Peiyu picked up the information and stood up. "I'll go back and sort it out."
"Why don't we do it after dinner?" Hu Xiaoxiao said.
Dong Peiyu shook her head, "No, I can't enjoy my meal if I don't finish my work."
I packed up my things and left.
Hu Xiaoxiao shouted at her back, "After you're done, you can ask him out directly."
"I understand..." The voice that answered Hu Xiaoxiao was Dong Peiyu's voice as she walked away.
Across the street, Mingxu came out wearing an apron and holding a shovel. He asked Hu Xiaoxiao, "Who did you have dinner with? Didn't you say you wanted seafood fried rice?"
"We want to eat fried rice. Is it ready?" Hu Xiaoxiao immediately put on her slippers and walked towards Mingxu's house. Just then, Sister Xi came down with a clay pot containing a delicious soup cooked over a long fire.
Sister Xi said, "Everyone, have some soup first. This old-fashioned soup has been simmering for two hours and it's absolutely delicious."
Hu Xiaoxiao immediately went to get a bowl and a spoon.
Compared to her spotless kitchen, which looks exactly the same as when it was newly renovated, Mingxu's kitchen has a much more smoky atmosphere, and it is obvious that it is where cooking is often done.
Seeing the pot of seafood fried rice, Hu Xiaoxiao took it out, while Mingxu stayed in the kitchen and fried the last vegetable.
When Sister Xi saw the delicious seafood fried rice, she laughed, "Mingxu's cooking skills are really good, even better than mine."
Hu Xiaoxiao praised: "But the soup and sweet soup made by Sister Xi are the best. I like them the most."
Sister Xi was very happy to be praised and said, "After lunch, I will go make you some sweet soup. I also brought some ingredients from the old house, which are just right for making sweet soup."
"Sister Xi often brings so many things here. Won't Mr. and Mrs. Xie have any objections?"
"It's just a little thing, not worth much money. Mr. Xie and Mrs. Xie even think I took too little." Sister Xi asked again: "I thought I heard Pei Yu's voice just now. Where is she?"
"She went back. I asked her to eat here, but she insisted that she couldn't enjoy her meal until she finished her work."
"I was thinking that the next four people would be just the right size to set up the stage."
"I have a few friends coming over, we'll open the restaurant later." Hu Xiaoxiao is now free, eating delicious food, playing mahjong, and living a fulfilling life. When Ye Zhini was around, she cooked for her. Now that Ye Zhini is on vacation, she has good neighbors around.
After Dong Peiyu added Hu Xiaoxiao's suggestions, she reorganized it and enriched the content. After checking it carefully several times and making sure there were no problems, she went to Shengshi Film Company in person.
Before Hu Xiaoxiao came in person to discuss cooperation with Huang Yuliang, assistant Dong Peiyu had to take the lead first, test the waters, and understand the current situation of Shengshi Company.
In addition, Dong Peiyu and Huang Yuliang are close relatives, and with this relationship, it is easier to get in.
After going to Shengshi Film Company and taking a thorough look at the background, Dong Peiyu told Huang Yuliang the purpose of her visit.
Negotiating cooperation is never an easy thing, especially when the other party makes a huge request and comes directly to be on equal footing with him. Huang Yuliang immediately refused.
If it was someone from another company, Huang Yuliang would have ordered them to leave given his temper, but according to seniority, he had to call Dong Peiyu "Sister Yu", so he could only be more patient.
Dong Peiyu took advantage of Huang Yuliang's patience and carefully analyzed the situation in the Baogang film industry for him.
The Baogang film industry seems prosperous and makes money quickly, but only those in this industry know that many things are not as easy as outsiders imagine.
Hundreds of movies are released every year, but only a few actually make a lot of money. Many more fail miserably, failing to even recoup their initial investment. Even major studios experience several flops each year, relying entirely on one or two box office hits for their revenue.
No matter how good the director, how famous the actors, or how good the production, there is no 100% guarantee of making a high-grossing movie.
If this is the case for large companies, it is even more difficult for new and small companies to survive.
There is another big drawback of Baogang films: serious homogeneity.
Whenever a film becomes a hit, a slew of copycat films follow, leading to increasing boredom among audiences. If the film industry continues to pursue homogenization and quick profits, it will eventually be doomed.
These problems just highlight how rare and irreplaceable Hu Xiaoxiao is.
Every movie made by Hu Xiaoxiao is almost a weather vane in the film industry. Every movie she makes is innovative and of extremely high quality, which is why the audience recognizes her.
The audience’s recognition is the guarantee of box office success.
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
