Chapter 267 Layout of Industrial Park

Chapter 267 Layout of Industrial Park

Chapter 267 Layout of Industrial Park

After giving instructions and handling all matters related to Xingdou Culture, Wang Hao called the head of the company's production department and Zhuang Wenqiang, who was currently staying in Beijing.

According to what the other party said some time ago, the filming and production of the movie "Raging Fire" has been completed, and the next release date of the movie needs to be determined.

Wang Hao and his colleagues, together with the head of the company's marketing department, discussed this for a long time and finally decided that "Raging Fire" would be released during the New Year's Day period at the end of the year.

So in 2008, there were only two movies released from the Galaxy Cinematic Universe.

After discussing the release and promotion of "Raging Fire", Wang Hao took this opportunity to ask the production department about the early preparations for "Wolf Warrior".

As several works of Galaxy Pictures have been completed and their release dates have been confirmed, "Wolf Warrior" will be the most important project of their company in the next one or two years.

"Please rest assured, Mr. Wang. Mr. Zhang has been closely following this matter. The relevant dynamic storyboards are being rushed to be produced, and there are also dedicated people in charge of the props and equipment. As for the personnel, the production department has made a preliminary calculation and the behind-the-scenes team is estimated to have more than a thousand people.

We have also communicated with Mr. Zhuang from Xingdou Culture in advance about this matter. By then, all the behind-the-scenes workers of Xingdou Culture above level B will reserve time for our crew.

The key issue now is that the specific start time and approximate shooting period of the film have not yet been determined."

The head of the production department asked Wang Hao while reporting on the situation of "Wolf Warrior".

Wang Hao also estimated his own itinerary in his mind.

He has to go to Wall Street again early next year. By then, the economic crisis will probably be almost at the bottom, and bloody chips can be bought up in large quantities, so he has to be there.

Then there is the issue of the filming and production location. His previous films were all small-scale, but this time he wants to do something big, so a lot of time is needed to prepare in advance. After all the calculations, the filming of "Wolf Warrior" will have to wait until the middle of next year at the earliest.

"Let's tentatively set the start date for the middle of next year. Please pass this on and coordinate with the various departments within the group company to ensure that there are no problems by then."

Hearing Wang Hao's words, the head of the production department nodded and said, "Half a year? No problem, Mr. Wang. This time should be enough to complete all the preparatory work."

After dealing with the company's internal affairs, Wang Hao rested at home for a day, accompanied his grandfather, and visited his uncle who had been very caring towards Xingdou Culture.

Then, as the news of his return to Beijing spread, the people who should come to him would naturally come to him.

The first people to invite him were the two brothers from the Wang family of Huayi, who had the most sensitive nose for the stuff.

However, this time they approached Wang Hao not to invest in his new movie "Wolf Warrior", but to give Wang Hao money.

It’s really giving “money” to Wang Hao!
Influenced by Alibaba, the major shareholder who acquired shares in Huayi in 07, the two Wang brothers of Huayi have been planning for the listing of Huayi Brothers in the past year.

During this process, they also began to promote the capital increase and stock expansion plan to the company's internal artists.

After two rounds of IPOs, in early 2008, a number of big names including Feng Xiaogang, Zhang Jizhong, Li Binbin, Huang Xiaoming and others became star shareholders and artists closely associated with Huayi Brothers. This can be said to be a first in the entire Chinese-language film and television industry.

As film and television companies, especially private film and television companies, they all have the characteristic of light assets, and the film and television dramas they produce are also special in that they cannot be continued or replicated.

This kind of light-asset company with almost nothing to rely on and hold for the long term is actually not very suitable for listing and financing. After all, how can you make investors have rational expectations of you?

So the two brothers of the Wang family came up with the idea of ​​celebrities holding shares.

For the capital market and stock investors, stars are both a productive force and a measurable intangible asset, which is manifested on the screen as box office appeal and on television as ratings.

Therefore, holding on to big stars, especially top celebrities, has become a compulsory course for film and television companies that intend to go public during the preparation period.

Huayi Brothers' move can be regarded as a model for subsequent listed film and television companies.

After they developed their own company's stars and directors, they naturally thought of Wang Hao, who was also very familiar with them.

On the one hand, this is because Wang Hao himself is famous enough and is one of the most powerful commercial directors in the country today. If he were not still young, he would probably be on the same level as Zhang Guoshi and Feng Dapao.

As for the other side, Wang Hao had always been playing with the two brothers, and Huayi had been involved in many projects. Now it was naturally time for them to repay Wang Hao.

At the dinner table, according to Wang Zhongjun, they had already reserved nearly 300 million original shares for Wang Hao in advance, and the share price was also based on the price they gave to Huayi's No. 0.53 actress Li Binbin - yuan per share.

When Wang Hao heard this, he calculated in his mind: 300 million shares, 0.53 yuan per share, is just over 150 million yuan. This is almost a bargain, even cheaper than buying a house in Beijing. The two brothers of the Wang family are really giving him money.

After all, according to Wang Hao’s memory in his previous life, after Huayi was listed, it soared by 147.8% on the first day and closed at 70.82 yuan.

According to this number, the market value of the 300 million shares sold to him by the Wang brothers will be 2.12 million.

Of course, by accepting these original shares, Wang Hao can also contribute to stabilizing Huayi’s stock price.

After all, with his current and future reputation, as long as this news is released, the capital market will surely be optimistic about Huayi.

So Wang Hao didn't hesitate and nodded to accept the gift with a smile.

Later at the dinner table, Wang Hao returned the favor and talked about the preparations for his new movie "Wolf Warrior", which gave the two brothers some reassurance.

After dealing with matters related to Huayi, he was summoned by Huaying's boss, Mr. Han Sanye, as expected.

As he had officially sat in that position for more than a year, Mr. Han San's arrogance and power became more and more prestigious.

However, when Wang Hao was in his office, sipping tea and talking about his big plans for the next few years, Mr. Han Sanye continued to act like an elder.

"Uncle Han, I want to build a film and television industry base around Shangjing."

"Isn't the film and television production base in Huairou okay?" Han Sanping was stunned.

"This film and television base must have at least China's most advanced high-tech studio, a digital studio, and the world's largest single-unit studio of 10,000 square meters!"

Wang Hao continued to speak slowly, but Han Sanping's eyes widened with light in them.

“The industrial park also needs to have supporting set-up workshops, digital audio-visual centers, post-production workshops, and various supporting facilities for personnel life.

We need to ensure that several large science fiction film crews can start work at the same time in this industrial park!"

Wang Hao spoke calmly, but Han Sanping was overwhelmed with emotion.

"You are planning to do something big!" He looked at the young man in front of him, "Is it your new movie Wolf Warrior? I'm afraid the investment will be huge."

"If we want to make our own hard science fiction blockbuster, how can we do it without a big investment?"

Wang Hao took a sip of tea and smiled slightly.

"According to the information I got when I went to Hollywood this time, James Cameron in North America has been working on a big plan since last year.

According to the other party, it will be a great work that surpasses "Titanic" and will inevitably set off a revolution in the world's film and television shooting and production technology.

Our Chinese film and television production technology and level are already far behind the other side. If no one takes the lead in improving the domestic film and television production level, the gap will only get bigger in the future. "

Wang Hao's words made sense, and Han Sanping nodded. "Indeed, but isn't it too radical to launch a film and television production industrial park all at once? Can the company's financial situation afford it?

Do you want us to help you out here?"

"Uncle Han is very magnanimous!" Wang Hao praised him at the right time.

A smile appeared on Han Sanping's face.

"No, this is also for the advancement of China's film and television industry.

To be honest, Xiao Wang, among all the domestic directors, the one I respect the most is you.

Others like Yimou and Xiaogang are good at making traditional films, but if you want to make science fiction blockbusters like Hollywood, you have to rely on yourself.”

"Uncle Han, what you said is true. I still have a lot to learn from Director Zhang and the others."

Wang Hao was a little humble and then got down to business.

“For this matter, Uncle Han and your Huaying Group will definitely need their help.

But Uncle Han, you don't have to worry about the funding, because this film and television production base is not run by my company alone.

Director Kai Ge and his team can build a city just to make a movie, so what's wrong with me building a film and television production base to make a science fiction blockbuster?"

Han Sanping smiled bitterly and nodded at him, "You, you, are you sure we want to invest in your new movie?"

Wang Hao chuckled.

"In fact, this is not without profit. The film and television base is just the beginning. There are other reasons why I planned such a big stall."

"What's the reason?" Han Sanping asked after taking a sip of tea to moisten his throat.

"Uncle Han, do you remember when we came to you for investment in the filming of 'Taken'?" Wang Hao looked at him and said.

Han Sanping frowned and pondered for a moment, "Are you talking about... the tax refund for overseas movies?"

Wang Hao nodded.

"Yes, to be honest, Uncle Han, I gained a lot from my trip to Hollywood this time.

Sony Pictures has officially confirmed that I will serve as the chief project planner for their "Spider-Man Cinematic Universe".

As long as "Taken" is released and achieves good box office results, many Hollywood crews will come to China to shoot and produce in the future.

Because of this, I have even instructed my agency to start English training for the production team in advance."

Hollywood crews come to China to shoot and produce movies? !
The information revealed in Wang Hao's words surprised him even more than the news that they were going to build a film and television production base.

Because there are many film and television production bases across the country, no matter how advanced and high-tech they are, they are not something that stands out.

We can introduce Hollywood project crews to China for filming and production, which is equivalent to attracting investment in the film and television industry.

The key is that this is a sustainable industrial chain, and it will also be an attempt by China to export its culture abroad.

These are all things that deserve special mention in work reports, and Han Sanping cannot help but care about them.

"Are you telling the truth?"

He was still a little unconvinced, but when he saw Wang Hao's affirmative eyes and remembered the reliable personality of the junior in front of him, a satisfied smile appeared on his face.

"Yes, yes, Xiao Wang, you really brought us good news.

Don't worry, I will report your film and television production base project to the higher authorities and do my best to help you promote it at the policy level."

With Han Sanping's guarantee, Wang Hao's purpose of this visit was perfectly achieved.

If you want to accomplish anything in China, you must first have support from high-level officials and policies.

Only by achieving this can Wang Hao continue to leverage other resources.

"Mr. Lu, you are too polite."

In the private room of the best star-rated hotel in Beijing, after three rounds of drinking, Wang Hao looked at Lu Zheng, the CEO of the Starry Film and Television Company in front of him, and made a joke while slightly drunk.

"Such a generous hospitality, I'm afraid the purpose is not small!"

"I don't have any ambitions. I have admired people of culture like you, Director Wang, since I was a child. I am already very satisfied to be your friend."

While flattering him, Lu Zheng winked at Jing Tian who was sitting next to Wang Hao.

The young girl, who was still in the ivory tower, picked up the wine dispenser very awkwardly and filled the empty glass in front of Wang Hao. At the same time, she smiled shyly at him. Her youthful appearance was quite pleasing to the eye.

But Wang Hao didn't come to the banquet today to admire the little girl.

"Hahaha, Mr. Lu, I love to hear what you said.

Since you treat me as a friend, I have to share any good stuff with my friends."

He seemed to be drunk, but also seemed not drunk. But no matter whether he was drunk or not, the content of his words made Lu Zheng couldn't help but perk up.

"Director Wang is angry. I know your friendship is worth it. I will give you the amount of funding for the new project. I will never bargain!"

Wang Hao waved his hand slightly, "Don't worry about the new project. The sharing I'm talking about is another big project that can make you rich."

"Another big project to make money?" Lu Zheng was stunned when he heard this. He didn't know what he was up to, so he asked, "Boss Wang, what big project is it?"

Wang Hao didn't answer him, but instead asked the other party a question tentatively.

"I heard that Mr. Lu has some relationship with Mr. Wang from Wanda Group?"

"This..." Lu Zheng hesitated for a moment, and finally nodded, but he didn't say anything final, "It is true that we can talk to each other."

Being able to strike up a conversation is another matter as to how strong the relationship is and how deep the friendship is.

Wang Hao didn't pay any attention to Lu Zheng's fancy words. He swung the small wine glass in his hand. The sticky wine hung on the wall of the glass, which looked particularly beautiful under the light.

"Then I wonder what you and Wanda Group think of the Universal Studios project in Beijing?"

(End of this chapter)