Chapter 461 Dance Invitation
Although Si Diwen had made two films, he did not have much money at that time.
Ten thousand US dollars was the greatest sincerity he had prepared when he came.
Moreover, he felt that as long as he showed his sincerity, Cheng Xuyuan would definitely not object.
However, he didn't expect that Cheng Xuyuan did not agree as he expected.
But he refused very firmly.
As a talented young director, Si Diwen felt that his best choice at this time was to leave.
Teach this arrogant Cheng Xuyuan a lesson and let him know that his things are not that valuable.
It was easy to leave, but he really wanted to get the copyright.
Because he has already started planning the filming of this movie, and even has an almost complete idea for the adaptation of the film.
It would be a pity to give up.
He was a little reluctant.
Just as he was struggling, Cheng Xuyuan had already grabbed Fang Yuqing's hand and was ready to leave.
The person who accompanied him watched all this calmly.
Obviously, people don't want to get involved in this matter.
"Mr. Cheng, please wait a moment." Sidiwen finally said this.
As a director, he has the ability to observe people.
Cheng Xuyuan's actions made him feel that if he didn't stop the young man, he would really leave.
If that happens, the next negotiation will be troublesome.
"Mr. Cheng, how do you plan to divide the profits?"
Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "Mr. Si Diwen, I know that the investment in a movie is not small, so I won't ask for too much."
"If you make a movie of my novel, I hope to get 2% of the box office profit as my copyright fee."
Two percent of box office profits.
This may not seem like much, but...
Si Diwen hesitated for a moment and said, "Mr. Cheng, when we make movies, we make profits and losses."
"Take the film company I worked for before. Two-thirds of the films they made last year lost money."
"If The Shawshank Redemption doesn't make any money, then you probably won't get a penny."
“And this cycle is long.”
After Si Diwen finished speaking, he said in a sincere tone: "Mr. Cheng Xuyuan, as your loyal reader, I still hope you will consider it carefully."
"After all, there are too many risks involved."
Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "Mr. Si Diwen, you are so considerate of me."
"I am really grateful, but what I like to do most right now is something challenging."
"Since this matter is so challenging, I think I should give it a try."
“What’s more, I have confidence in my work.”
At this point, Cheng Xuyuan said to Sidiwen, "Mr. Sidiwen, if you don't even have the confidence to make money, I won't give this film to you."
"Because a person without confidence cannot make this film well."
Listening to Cheng Xuyuan's talk, Sidiwen frowned. He felt that it would not be easy for him to convince Cheng Xuyuan.
But I have to convince him.
"Mr. Cheng, I am naturally confident that I can make this movie well."
“But some things cannot be solved just by having confidence.”
"Everything still needs to be tested by the market."
At this point, Si Diwen said: "What's more, 2% profit is really a bit too much."
"After all, what you invested is just a license, but in order to make this movie, we need to invest a lot."
"Not to mention me, just the actors and props will cost a lot of money."
"I don't think the investors will agree to your request."
Cheng Xuyuan said: "If the investor disagrees, then change the investor."
"I think there may be many investors who would like this way of sharing risks."
Looking at Cheng Xuyuan who looked confident, Sidiwen began to think seriously.
At this moment, Cheng Xuyuan looked calm, as if what was being talked about was not about him.
Si Diwen pondered for a long time before saying, "Mr. Cheng, even if I agree with your profit-sharing plan, what you are asking for is a bit too much."
"I think the most I can agree to is 1% of the profit."
"If you don't agree, I'll just say I'm sorry."
Cheng Xuyuan did not raise any objection to this one percent, but smiled and said, "Mr. Si Diwen, let's not talk about other things for now."
"I want to know how you plan to adapt it next."
At this time, Sidiwen didn't want to argue with Cheng Xuyuan. When he heard Cheng Xuyuan asking about the part he was best at, Sidiwen immediately expressed his ideas for the filming.
Si Diwen has been thinking about The Shawshank Redemption for quite some time.
So he had a lot of ideas about adapting the story.
There are even some modifications among them.
After listening to what Si Diwen said, Cheng Xuyuan frowned slightly.
Si Diwen was very concerned about Cheng Xuyuan's actions. Seeing Cheng Xuyuan's reaction, he hurriedly asked, "Mr. Cheng, do you think my adaptation is not okay?"
At this time, Fang Yuqing also looked at Cheng Xuyuan.
She is also very familiar with the short story that Cheng Xuyuan recently published.
After Sidiwen expressed her thoughts on change, she thought it was a very good idea.
She felt that if Cheng Xuyuan agreed to this matter, he would not suffer any loss.
But I didn't expect that Cheng Xuyuan was not satisfied.
How to change it?
Just when Fang Yuqing was having a headache, she heard Cheng Xuyuan say, "Although there are some twists and turns in the storyline when you shoot it this way, it feels better to shoot it as I wrote it."
"I think that when making this film, we should..."
In later generations, there have been many evaluations of The Shawshank Redemption, and the ones Cheng Xuyuan has seen are the most classic.
So he directly stated the analysis and the points that needed attention.
Sidiwen is not a person who likes to admit defeat, but at this moment, listening to Cheng Xuyuan's words, his eyes couldn't help but light up.
Even Cheng Xuyuan's gaze was a little different.
After Cheng Xuyuan finished speaking, Sidiwen fell into deep thought.
Just when Cheng Xuyuan was getting impatient, Si Diwen suddenly stood up and said, "Mr. Cheng, I have always thought that your novels are well written."
"But I didn't expect that you have such a deep research on movies."
"I think you can definitely turn your study direction into film."
When Cheng Xuyuan heard the compliment, he waved his hand gently and said, "Mr. Si Diwen, you are really too flattering."
"I just adapted my own work and have my own ideas."
"If you have any good ideas, we can have a good discussion."
"But my main job is still being an author."
Si Diwen and Cheng Xuyuan exchanged their opinions on the adaptation of Shawshank Redemption. Finally, Si Diwen said, "Mr. Cheng, I can agree to your conditions."
"But I hope that this script can be written by you."
Cheng Xuyuan looked at Si Diwen who looked serious, smiled and said, "Of course you can do that."
"That's a deal then." Si Diwen said, "I hope we can make this movie together."
Cheng Xuyuan said: "I think as long as we work together carefully, we can definitely make this film better."
After discussing the cooperation matters, Sidiwen said goodbye and left.
After Si Diwen walked away, Fang Yuqing couldn't help but ask, "Xu Yuan, do you really think this film can make money?"
"Of course, I am still very confident in my novel."
"What's more, even if they can't make money, I won't suffer too much loss." Cheng Xuyuan said confidently.
Although The Shawshank Redemption didn't seem to have very good box office results at the beginning, its popularity continued to spread as the film continued to win awards.
In the end, a lot of profit was made.
This is much better than the ten thousand US dollars.
What's more, Cheng Xuyuan feels that through this collaboration with Sidiwen, he can correct the flaws in the film so that it will be more in line with the audience's preferences.
In this case, perhaps the box office will improve even more.
Fang Yuqing looked at the confident Cheng Xuyuan, smiled and said, "Then I'll wait and see this movie."
As the New Year atmosphere on the streets began to grow stronger, the time for Cheng Xuyuan to return home was gradually approaching.
On this day, Cheng Xuyuan had just walked out of the classroom when he saw Li Yufei walking towards him.
Cheng Xuyuan was a little afraid of Li Yufei, so he prepared to walk quickly without saying hello to her.
But he didn't expect that Li Yufei would come to him quickly.
"Cheng Xuyuan, I have something to talk to you about." Li Yufei came to Cheng Xuyuan and said solemnly.
Looking at Li Yufei, who was wearing a light yellow windbreaker and had slightly curly hair, Cheng Xuyuan smiled and said, "Yufei, you say."
Li Yufei said, "We are planning to hold a dance party in our department. Why don't you come with me?"
Upon hearing this invitation, Cheng Xuyuan was stunned.
He was really confused. Dances were becoming more and more common nowadays, and it was quite normal for schools to hold dances.
But what do you mean by inviting me?
Cheng Xuyuan hesitated for a moment, then said to Li Yufei: "Yufei, thank you for your kindness."
"But I have something to do these two days, so thank you for your kindness, but I won't attend the dance."
Cheng Xuyuan’s refusal made Li Yufei’s face turn a little red.
She glanced at Cheng Xuyuan and said, "Cheng Xuyuan, the dance is for us to communicate more. I still hope you can accompany me."
"Think about it. Don't answer me so quickly."
As she spoke, she left quickly without waiting for Cheng Xuyuan to answer again.
Looking at Li Yufei leaving, Cheng Xuyuan slapped his forehead helplessly.
It was just a dance, so if he didn't want to attend it, then he didn't. Cheng Xuyuan quickly put the matter of the dance behind him.
But just as he was walking towards the library as usual, Shen Yulin quickly walked over from a distance.
Seeing Cheng Xuyuan, a hint of joy appeared on Shen Yulin's anxious face.
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