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Text Chapter 169 An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth

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    "Sorry, James, I don't like the spotlight."

    At the dining table in the corner of the pATINA restaurant, Ye Weixiao said something. Shamus's expression suddenly changed, and he was surprised and anxious to say something.

    But Ye Wei continued: "I made this decision a long time ago. There is no place for Focus in the ending credits of Little Miss Nikko. Focus will only regret it and become a fool known to the whole world. Regarding the original love for Little Miss Nikko,  Beauty", judgment on me, so I will not cooperate with the focus."

    "Wei, I can understand your mood." Shamus stopped his knife and fork and persuaded kindly: "Focus is wrong for you first. You should be angry. Who can not be angry? But you can also  Accept our apology, forgive us, and look for options that work for everyone."

    Ye Wei was eating salad leisurely and said: "To be honest, if you said this half a year ago, I might consider it, but now, I really don't lack choices. Many companies are interested in investing in me.  There are new films from Paramount and Fox Searchlight, as well as scheduled ones from Playtone and DreamWorks. Why do I need focus?¡±

    These words are true, Brian has been very happy recently.

    "I know" Shamus is not surprised. No matter which filmmaker, with the current achievements of "Wedding Day", it is not difficult to get millions of investments, let alone a movie with huge business.  A unique child prodigy idol of great value.

    The little old man still looked sincere, "My production experience and connections in the industry are not something that ordinary investment can give you."

    "Yeah, I think so, James, I don't hate you. I hate the spotlight, I hate David Lind, and you and I are friends, so I have an idea."

    Ye Wei cut a small piece of fried egg with a table knife, ate it with a fork, took another sip of juice, and didn't rush to continue talking.

    "What's the idea?" Shamus had no choice but to ask, sensing that the initiative had been taken away by this genius boy.

    "You join the game, but it has nothing to do with Focus or Universal. You register another film company that belongs only to you and use it to participate in the stock. In this way, whatever achievements "Little Miss Sunshine" has, you will have a share, and your experience and connections  It also helps me do better.¡±

    After hearing Ye Wei¡¯s confident words, Shams was startled. Does this young man want a win-win situation?

    He said somewhat helplessly: "You know I am the joint CPO of Focus. It is my job to create performance for Focus"

    "It doesn't mean you can't do other investments." Ye Wei shrugged slightly, "Can't you do private investment?"

    "Yes, yes" Shamus replied.

    It is normal for a filmmaker to own multiple production companies. For example, Spielberg is the boss of DreamWorks (founded in 1994 by founders Spielberg, Jeffrey Katzenberg, and David Geffen).  One of them is also one of the bosses of Amblin Entertainment (founded in 19Bl, with founders Spielberg, Kathleen Kennedy, and Frank Marshall). The two companies often jointly make films, but this is not always the case.

    And because of financial issues such as investment and dividends, shell companies are often necessary. For example, although Good Machine is part of the focus, it does not just disappear. It is also one of the producers of "Brokeback Mountain" because it involves him.  private investment.

    The reason why he used Good Machine instead of setting up a separate film company is because Good Machine is a member of the Universal Group and there is no risk of displeasing the board of directors.

    He belongs to the center of attention. If his private investment cannot bring benefits to Universal, it will almost harm the interests of the company. Investing in "Little Miss Sunshine" in this way is risky.

    "How about a good machine?" Shamus said in an encouraging tone, "This way I can use the company's resources, otherwise I can't do anything."

    "There's nothing I can do about it. Having no focus is my bottom line." Ye Wei's attitude was firm. It wasn't that he didn't understand the ways of the world. He persuaded him in turn: "I think you can explain it like this. David Linde messed up the matter, and I'm very sorry.  Angry, but you have finally gained my friendship and can participate in the production in a private capacity. The important thing is that you will continue to impress me, with the goal of getting the release of "Little Miss Sunshine"."

    "Then will you really leave the distribution to me?" Shamus raised his eyebrows. If you get the distribution rights, that would be great

    It's a pity that Ye Wei smiled and shook his head, "No, but you tried your best. It's all Linde's fault. At least you are the person who has the best relationship with me in the world. You know how to manage relationships better than Linde."  . Besides, James, what do you have to lose now?"

    "Haha." Shamus couldn't help but laugh at himself, fork a piece of cabbage and eat it. He had to admit that Ye Wei's words made sense. He was indeed in a bad situation now. His status in the world was far behind Linde, although he had to admit that Ye Wei's words were reasonable.  "Brokeback Mountain" has great confidence, but several projects in Linde's hands are not bad.

    "Little Miss Sunlight" may give Linde a heavy blow, he said."You're right, that's if Little Miss Sunshine is a success."

    "Brother, I have this confidence. Even if it doesn't succeed, you just lost a little money." Ye Wei chewed the delicious egg white, "Of course there is the worst part, if Lin De wins, you lose."

    "Lin De wins, I lose" Shams muttered several times, feeling really complicated by what this genius boy said, "If this happens, I won't be your producer."

    His private investment in projects that have nothing to do with the company can only be like buying stocks. It is impossible to put time and energy into it, and he is not allowed to do anything.

    "It doesn't matter, as long as our friendship lasts, we will have opportunities to cooperate." Ye Wei looked funny, "If you want it this time, I can give you the title of assistant producer."

    "Haha" Shamus laughed knowingly. Who could have imagined the situation in front of him half a year ago?

    ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????Everyone Would Like to Have the Title of Assistant Producer in a genius film with a high probability of success like "Little Miss Sunshine".

    Ye Wei smiled again and said: "If I make a good movie and compete for any awards, then I really need the help of your personal network in terms of public relations, and we are friends. If I have any questions, I can always ask you for advice.  , right, goodwill between friends.¡±

    "Yes." The more Shamus looked at this young boy, the more he felt that he was looking at a little fox and that he had completely lost control of the dining table.  He shouted as if sighing, "How much equity can I hold?"

    "0, this number is very suitable. If it is higher, it will make Universal feel that your intentions are not pure."

    Ye Wei shrugged, and the waiter came again. After he left, he continued: "I think it doesn't matter how much. What matters is an opportunity. Linde loses, you win. That's the plan. James, do you want to cooperate?"  , you decide.¡±

    Shams¡¯ old face kept changing smiles, and he sighed: ¡°An was still worried that you were too young and would have to suffer a lot in this industry before you grow up, but obviously he was wrong¡±

    "He's right. My family and I have suffered a lot, and I've been trying to avoid bad things happening again."

    Ye Wei cut the steak and said leisurely: "Such calculations, James, I don't always do this. I just want to give David Lind a little response. In this regard, I don't like Lao Tzu's teachings. I like it."  An old saying: An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth ECKHIN.¡±

    This kid is incredible, Shamus nodded silently, "I will consider it"

    "It's best to give me the answer quickly, because in the next few days, we will announce the "Little Miss Sunshine" project to the outside world." Ye Wei said.
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