Chapter 1455: Critical ring
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"Hugo, I thought your idea was not like this." Steven looked at Hugo who was talking, and showed a faint smile. Hugo tilted his head and looked at Steven with a puzzled look. "Then what do you think I should think?"
"The work is supreme, and the script is supreme." Steven did not evade this time, and gave his answer simply and neatly. "You should think that as long as my work is good enough, you don't have to Worrying about not being able to sell at the box office is like'before sunrise'. James only understood this clearly just now, didn't he?"
Steven's words made Hugo a little bit shy. Although this was indeed what he thought, it was very awkward to say it from Steven, "I will take this sentence as a compliment." This made Shi Steven also smiled, "However, my idea is the position of the actor, not the position of the production company. If the production company operates according to the position of the actor, Steven, I believe you know better than me, it will be a What kind of ending."
For a production company that cannot achieve profitability, there is no way to insist on art. This is also the biggest problem facing DreamWorks. How to make a trade-off between art and business? Steven, David and Jeffery chose art, so they left the large production company supported by the consortium and created an independent label. But everyone knows that if DreamWorks' works cannot be profitable, then it will only be a matter of time before the company collapses.
History has also proved this.
DreamWorks’ finances were completely messed up in 2004. Although they produced a lot of best-selling works, there were too many disastrous works, which dragged down the company’s finances. Not only did they make ends meet, even the three giants were still spending their money. Without the support of the consortium, it could only be dismantled and reorganized in the end-the animation department went out independently, the film department went under the umbrella of Paramount, and the music department temporarily cooperated with Disney.
When DreamWorks announced its end, many people were surprised, because DreamWorks launched too many masterpieces. After the silence of the new line of film industry, they quickly rose to become the eighth largest film company in Hollywood, and they were the only one. Independent film companies have almost relied on their own efforts to change the situation that Hollywood has been controlled by Wall Street for nearly half a century.
So, the disastrous works actually dragged down the company's finances? This is almost unimaginable.
In the final analysis, it is actually the lack of the distribution department. DreamWorks handed over the initiative of distribution to the major production companies. They could only negotiate the price for each work, and the reward was very meagre. Steven even paid 100%. One's box office dividends directly quarreled with Universal Pictures, which has been cooperating for many years, and it was extremely humble.
To put it simply, DreamWorks’ works make money, but the bulk of the money is given to the publishing company. DreamWorks itself does not make money; while DreamWorks’ works lose money, and the publishing company bears very little risk, and most of the losses are due to DreamWorks itself. bear. The result can be imagined.
"I thought you didn't know anything about the company." Steven looked at Hugo meaningfully and nodded his chin.
In fact, Steven knows all these truths, but he does not have the "foresight" ability of Hugo and does not have sufficient understanding of the seriousness of the problem. After all, before DreamWorks, independent production companies had never reached the height of DreamWorks later. They were the first to break the deadlock. Before that, all independent production companies handed over the distribution rights to large-scale production companies. Film company.
Even if a company that started as a publishing company and then switched to a production company like Summit Entertainment, their distribution and production are two separate departments. The works produced by Summit Entertainment are not necessarily distributed by themselves. Most of the works released by Summit Entertainment are They did not make it themselves.
Therefore, we can't blame the Big Three of DreamWorks for their lack of thorough consideration, because they are the first to eat crabs.
Hugo spread his hands out, "Maybe my intuition is wrong? I'm not sure." Steven twitched his mouth and chuckled, "Then I will stand as an actor and talk about ideas, for example, I made'before sunrise', which was filmed and produced completely according to my ideas, just like you and David and Jeffery insisted on the desired situation..." Steven who sat across from behind supported He pressed his chin and listened carefully.
Many times, I understand the truth, but I still need to communicate with onlookers to make myself clear my mind. Steven is like this at this time.
"But what if I'm just an anonymous little screenwriter? Or when I just won the Golden Raspberry Award? Do you think anyone would be willing to publish it?" Hugo's question made Steven laugh directly. When he got up, Steven wanted to refute it, but Hugo stopped Steven in advance and said, "You can treat it as Richard Linklater's work. Would you be interested? Will Columbia Pictures spend a million dollars to buy distribution rights?"
Steven swallowed the words from his mouth and motioned to let Yuguo continue to say, "Or, I made the'before sunrise' and Columbia Pictures is willing to release it, but they don't have enough confidence in the film. , They just formulated a simple distribution strategy, the purpose is to recover the cost of one million US dollars, or they formulated the wrong distribution strategy, like operating a commercial movie, it was directly shown in two thousand theaters, and the box office failed miserably. So. Those viewers who are really willing and able to appreciate it missed this work. There is such a thing for the first time, there will be a second time, what do you think of DreamWorks’ future works?"
Although Steven is a director and a producer, he does not have enough detailed or professional knowledge of distribution. A truly professional distributor needs to gather knowledge in management, marketing, publicity, planning, etc. The value of an excellent distribution company is even greater than The production companies themselves are more valuable-because they have the ability to turn corruption into magic, they can also let the audience into the movie theater for a bad film.
Therefore, Hugo's words easily touched Steven, he could not help being completely silent, did not speak any more, but gave the initiative to Hugo.
"If you want to shoot works according to your own ideas, of course, I believe you definitely also want to produce excellent works, but it is no longer controlled by the consortium. Then, when you hand over the initiative of distribution to the consortium, do you think What will happen?” Although Hugo raised the question, he did not intend to answer it because Steven knew better than him.
It's like when "Shrek" was produced, it was actually quite difficult to distribute it. Major Hollywood studios responded to this work mediocrely. Especially at that time, Pixar Animation had already risen strongly, and it was fighting against Disney in the entire animation market. The factory's unconventional choice is too bold. In the end, Steven still relied on his personal relationship to persuade Universal Pictures to complete the release work.
"Profit is always the first factor considered by a film company. Steven, you know this better than me. You are a dreamer, but not an idealist. You know the difference between dream and reality." So, Steven Wen has always had a keen sense of smell in commercial films, "When profit and works conflict, you know the choices of those consortiums, but if you hold the initiative of distribution in your hands, then you can make choices according to your own ideas. .
"Indeed, distribution is a business, which is contrary to creation itself. As an actor, I don’t like this, because you directly equate art with money, not vulgar, but will affect the creation itself. No People can freely control the erosion of utilitarianism; but as a company, you cannot live in a utopia. Even if DreamWorks is stained with copper, it is at least in your hands, as long as your deep dreams remain unchanged , Then DreamWorks can become the kingdom of independent films."
Steven's brows wrinkled slightly with Hugo's words, which he didn't think of. Because Steven is different from Robert Redford, Steven has not paid enough attention to independent films. He founded DreamWorks only to gain more initiative and does not want to be controlled by a consortium. But Hugo's words opened up a new world for him.
"If you have a distribution department, you can also help countless other independent films, tap more film talents, and let more people with dreams have the opportunity to realize their dreams. Steven, you know, no major Hollywood film company I have to pay attention to this part. Robert Redford needs help, and DreamWorks needs supporters After Hugo said his thoughts in one breath, he finally relaxed. In fact, he was a long time ago. I wanted to talk to Steven in this way, but the identities and status of the two people were so different in the past. Even if Hugo said it, it would not have any effect. Unexpectedly, things would take a turn for the better, and Hugo would eventually win Opportunity.
"As for the issuing department to earn more dividends and gain more profits for you, I don’t need to discuss this matter. You all know that those consortia are demons who cannibalize people and don’t spit out bones. They have the right to issue. Will do everything possible to deprive you of your profits. So, you can go back to this account and let your accountant do a good job."
Hugo's words made Steven chuckle, but he didn't speak immediately, but thought silently. Hugo didn't have much content in what he said just now, but the amount of information was too much, and Steven needed some time to digest it. In fact, why didn't Steven know these truths? It was just explained by a bystander like Hugo, and he was a top actor, especially a top actor who was very picky about the script and the work, the thoughts in Steven's mind began to collide violently, producing countless sparks.
Hugo didn't bother Steven either, just quietly holding the red wine glass, feeling the intoxicating aroma. Time has calmed down at this moment, but history has shifted silently.
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"Hugo, I thought your idea was not like this." Steven looked at Hugo who was talking, and showed a faint smile. Hugo tilted his head and looked at Steven with a puzzled look. "Then what do you think I should think?"
"The work is supreme, and the script is supreme." Steven did not evade this time, and gave his answer simply and neatly. "You should think that as long as my work is good enough, you don't have to Worrying about not being able to sell at the box office is like'before sunrise'. James only understood this clearly just now, didn't he?"
Steven's words made Hugo a little bit shy. Although this was indeed what he thought, it was very awkward to say it from Steven, "I will take this sentence as a compliment." This made Shi Steven also smiled, "However, my idea is the position of the actor, not the position of the production company. If the production company operates according to the position of the actor, Steven, I believe you know better than me, it will be a What kind of ending."
For a production company that cannot achieve profitability, there is no way to insist on art. This is also the biggest problem facing DreamWorks. How to make a trade-off between art and business? Steven, David and Jeffery chose art, so they left the large production company supported by the consortium and created an independent label. But everyone knows that if DreamWorks' works cannot be profitable, then it will only be a matter of time before the company collapses.
History has also proved this.
DreamWorks’ finances were completely messed up in 2004. Although they produced a lot of best-selling works, there were too many disastrous works, which dragged down the company’s finances. Not only did they make ends meet, even the three giants were still spending their money. Without the support of the consortium, it could only be dismantled and reorganized in the end-the animation department went out independently, the film department went under the umbrella of Paramount, and the music department temporarily cooperated with Disney.
When DreamWorks announced its end, many people were surprised, because DreamWorks launched too many masterpieces. After the silence of the new line of film industry, they quickly rose to become the eighth largest film company in Hollywood, and they were the only one. Independent film companies have almost relied on their own efforts to change the situation that Hollywood has been controlled by Wall Street for nearly half a century.
So, the disastrous works actually dragged down the company's finances? This is almost unimaginable.
In the final analysis, it is actually the lack of the distribution department. DreamWorks handed over the initiative of distribution to the major production companies. They could only negotiate the price for each work, and the reward was very meagre. Steven even paid 100%. One's box office dividends directly quarreled with Universal Pictures, which has been cooperating for many years, and it was extremely humble.
To put it simply, DreamWorks’ works make money, but the bulk of the money is given to the publishing company. DreamWorks itself does not make money; while DreamWorks’ works lose money, and the publishing company bears very little risk, and most of the losses are due to DreamWorks itself. bear. The result can be imagined.
"I thought you didn't know anything about the company." Steven looked at Hugo meaningfully and nodded his chin.
In fact, Steven knows all these truths, but he does not have the "foresight" ability of Hugo and does not have sufficient understanding of the seriousness of the problem. After all, before DreamWorks, independent production companies had never reached the height of DreamWorks later. They were the first to break the deadlock. Before that, all independent production companies handed over the distribution rights to large-scale production companies. Film company.
Even if a company that started as a publishing company and then switched to a production company like Summit Entertainment, their distribution and production are two separate departments. The works produced by Summit Entertainment are not necessarily distributed by themselves. Most of the works released by Summit Entertainment are They did not make it themselves.
Therefore, we can't blame the Big Three of DreamWorks for their lack of thorough consideration, because they are the first to eat crabs.
Hugo spread his hands out, "Maybe my intuition is wrong? I'm not sure." Steven twitched his mouth and chuckled, "Then I will stand as an actor and talk about ideas, for example, I made'before sunrise', which was filmed and produced completely according to my ideas, just like you and David and Jeffery insisted on the desired situation..." Steven who sat across from behind supported He pressed his chin and listened carefully.
Many times, I understand the truth, but I still need to communicate with onlookers to make myself clear my mind. Steven is like this at this time.
"But what if I'm just an anonymous little screenwriter? Or when I just won the Golden Raspberry Award? Do you think anyone would be willing to publish it?" Hugo's question made Steven laugh directly. When he got up, Steven wanted to refute it, but Hugo stopped Steven in advance and said, "You can treat it as Richard Linklater's work. Would you be interested? Will Columbia Pictures spend a million dollars to buy distribution rights?"
Steven swallowed the words from his mouth and motioned to let Yuguo continue to say, "Or, I made the'before sunrise' and Columbia Pictures is willing to release it, but they don't have enough confidence in the film. , They just formulated a simple distribution strategy, the purpose is to recover the cost of one million US dollars, or they formulated the wrong distribution strategy, like operating a commercial movie, it was directly shown in two thousand theaters, and the box office failed miserably. So. Those viewers who are really willing and able to appreciate it missed this work. There is such a thing for the first time, there will be a second time, what do you think of DreamWorks’ future works?"
Although Steven is a director and a producer, he does not have enough detailed or professional knowledge of distribution. A truly professional distributor needs to gather knowledge in management, marketing, publicity, planning, etc. The value of an excellent distribution company is even greater than The production companies themselves are more valuable-because they have the ability to turn corruption into magic, they can also let the audience into the movie theater for a bad film.
Therefore, Hugo's words easily touched Steven, he could not help being completely silent, did not speak any more, but gave the initiative to Hugo.
"If you want to shoot works according to your own ideas, of course, I believe you definitely also want to produce excellent works, but it is no longer controlled by the consortium. Then, when you hand over the initiative of distribution to the consortium, do you think What will happen?” Although Hugo raised the question, he did not intend to answer it because Steven knew better than him.
It's like when "Shrek" was produced, it was actually quite difficult to distribute it. Major Hollywood studios responded to this work mediocrely. Especially at that time, Pixar Animation had already risen strongly, and it was fighting against Disney in the entire animation market. The factory's unconventional choice is too bold. In the end, Steven still relied on his personal relationship to persuade Universal Pictures to complete the release work.
"Profit is always the first factor considered by a film company. Steven, you know this better than me. You are a dreamer, but not an idealist. You know the difference between dream and reality." So, Steven Wen has always had a keen sense of smell in commercial films, "When profit and works conflict, you know the choices of those consortiums, but if you hold the initiative of distribution in your hands, then you can make choices according to your own ideas. .
"Indeed, distribution is a business, which is contrary to creation itself. As an actor, I don’t like this, because you directly equate art with money, not vulgar, but will affect the creation itself. No People can freely control the erosion of utilitarianism; but as a company, you cannot live in a utopia. Even if DreamWorks is stained with copper, it is at least in your hands, as long as your deep dreams remain unchanged , Then DreamWorks can become the kingdom of independent films."
Steven's brows wrinkled slightly with Hugo's words, which he didn't think of. Because Steven is different from Robert Redford, Steven has not paid enough attention to independent films. He founded DreamWorks only to gain more initiative and does not want to be controlled by a consortium. But Hugo's words opened up a new world for him.
"If you have a distribution department, you can also help countless other independent films, tap more film talents, and let more people with dreams have the opportunity to realize their dreams. Steven, you know, no major Hollywood film company I have to pay attention to this part. Robert Redford needs help, and DreamWorks needs supporters After Hugo said his thoughts in one breath, he finally relaxed. In fact, he was a long time ago. I wanted to talk to Steven in this way, but the identities and status of the two people were so different in the past. Even if Hugo said it, it would not have any effect. Unexpectedly, things would take a turn for the better, and Hugo would eventually win Opportunity.
"As for the issuing department to earn more dividends and gain more profits for you, I don’t need to discuss this matter. You all know that those consortia are demons who cannibalize people and don’t spit out bones. They have the right to issue. Will do everything possible to deprive you of your profits. So, you can go back to this account and let your accountant do a good job."
Hugo's words made Steven chuckle, but he didn't speak immediately, but thought silently. Hugo didn't have much content in what he said just now, but the amount of information was too much, and Steven needed some time to digest it. In fact, why didn't Steven know these truths? It was just explained by a bystander like Hugo, and he was a top actor, especially a top actor who was very picky about the script and the work, the thoughts in Steven's mind began to collide violently, producing countless sparks.
Hugo didn't bother Steven either, just quietly holding the red wine glass, feeling the intoxicating aroma. Time has calmed down at this moment, but history has shifted silently.
"Hugo, I thought your idea was not like this." Steven looked at Hugo who was talking, and showed a faint smile. Hugo tilted his head and looked at Steven with a puzzled look. "Then what do you think I should think?""The work is supreme, and the script is supreme." Steven did not evade this time, and gave his answer simply and neatly. "You should think that as long as my work is good enough, you don't have to Worrying about not being able to sell at the box office is like'before sunrise'. James only understood this clearly just now, didn't he?"Steven's words made Hugo a little bit shy. Although this was indeed what he thought, it was very awkward to say it from Steven, "I will take this sentence as a compliment." This made Shi Steven also smiled, "However, my idea is the position of the actor, not the position of the production company. If the production company operates according to the position of the actor, Steven, I believe you know better than me, it will be a What kind of ending."For a production company that cannot achieve profitability, there is no way to insist on art. This is also the biggest problem facing DreamWorks. How to make a trade-off between art and business? Steven, David and Jeffery chose art, so they left the large production company supported by the consortium and created an independent label. But everyone knows that if DreamWorks' works cannot be profitable, then it will only be a matter of time before the company collapses.History has also proved this.DreamWorks' finances were completely messed up in 2004. Although they produced a lot of best-selling works, there were too many disastrous works, which dragged down the company's finances. Not only did they make ends meet, even the three giants were still spending their money. Without the support of the consortium, it could only be dismantled and reorganized in the end-the animation department went out independently, the film department went under the umbrella of Paramount, and the music department temporarily cooperated with Disney.When DreamWorks announced its end, many people were surprised, because DreamWorks launched too many masterpieces. After the silence of the new line of film industry, they quickly rose to become the eighth largest film company in Hollywood, and they were the only one. Independent film companies have almost relied on their own efforts to change the situation that Hollywood has been controlled by Wall Street for nearly half a century.So, the disastrous works actually dragged down the company's finances? This is almost unimaginable.In the final analysis, it is actually the lack of the distribution department. DreamWorks handed over the initiative of distribution to the major production companies. They could only negotiate the price for each work, and the reward was very meagre. Steven even paid 100%. One's box office dividends directly quarreled with Universal Pictures, which has been cooperating for many years, and it was extremely humble.To put it simply, DreamWorks' works make money, but the bulk of the money is given to the publishing company. DreamWorks itself does not make money; while DreamWorks' works lose money, and the publishing company bears very little risk, and most of the losses are due to DreamWorks itself. bear. The result can be imagined."I thought you didn't know anything about the company." Steven looked at Hugo meaningfully and nodded his chin.In fact, Steven knows all these truths, but he does not have the "foresight" ability of Hugo and does not have sufficient understanding of the seriousness of the problem. After all, before DreamWorks, independent production companies had never reached the height of DreamWorks later. They were the first to break the deadlock. Before that, all independent production companies handed over the distribution rights to large-scale production companies. Film company.Even if a company that started as a publishing company and then switched to a production company like Summit Entertainment, their distribution and production are two separate departments. The works produced by Summit Entertainment are not necessarily distributed by themselves. Most of the works released by Summit Entertainment are They did not make it themselves.Therefore, we can't blame the Big Three of DreamWorks for their lack of thorough consideration, because they are the first to eat crabs.Hugo spread his hands out, "Maybe my intuition is wrong? I'm not sure." Steven twitched his mouth and chuckled, "Then I will stand as an actor and talk about ideas, for example, I made'before sunrise', which was filmed and produced completely according to my ideas, just like you and David and Jeffery insisted on the desired situation..." Steven who sat across from behind supported He pressed his chin and listened carefully.Many times, I understand the truth, but I still need to communicate with onlookers to make myself clear my mind. Steven is like this at this time."But what if I'm just an anonymous little screenwriter? Or when I just won the Golden Raspberry Award? Do you think anyone would be willing to publish it?" Hugo's question made Steven laugh directly. When he got up, Steven wanted to refute it, but Hugo stopped Steven in advance and said, "You can treat it as Richard Linklater's work. Would you be interested? Will Columbia Pictures spend a million dollars to buy distribution rights?"Steven swallowed the words from his mouth and motioned to let Yuguo continue to say, "Or, I made the'before sunrise' and Columbia Pictures is willing to release it, but they don't have enough confidence in the film. , They just formulated a simple distribution strategy, the purpose is to recover the cost of one million US dollars, or they formulated the wrong distribution strategy, like operating a commercial movie, it was directly shown in two thousand theaters, and the box office failed miserably. So. Those viewers who are really willing and able to appreciate it missed this work. There is such a thing for the first time, there will be a second time, what do you think of DreamWorks' future works?"Although Steven is a director and a producer, he does not have enough detailed or professional knowledge of distribution. A truly professional distributor needs to gather knowledge in management, marketing, publicity, planning, etc. The value of an excellent distribution company is even greater than The production companies themselves are more valuable-because they have the ability to turn corruption into magic, they can also let the audience into the movie theater for a bad film.Therefore, Hugo's words easily touched Steven, he could not help being completely silent, did not speak any more, but gave the initiative to Hugo."If you want to shoot works according to your own ideas, of course, I believe you definitely also want to produce excellent works, but it is no longer controlled by the consortium. Then, when you hand over the initiative of distribution to the consortium, do you think What will happen? Although Hugo raised the question, he did not intend to answer it because Steven knew better than him.It's like when "Shrek" was produced, it was actually quite difficult to distribute it. Major Hollywood studios responded to this work mediocrely. Especially at that time, Pixar Animation had already risen strongly, and it was fighting against Disney in the entire animation market. The factory's unconventional choice is too bold. In the end, Steven still relied on his personal relationship to persuade Universal Pictures to complete the release work."Profit is always the first factor considered by a film company. Steven, you know this better than me. You are a dreamer, but not an idealist. You know the difference between dream and reality." So, Steven Wen has always had a keen sense of smell in commercial films, "When profit and works conflict, you know the choices of those consortiums, but if you hold the initiative of distribution in your hands, then you can make choices according to your own ideas. ."Indeed, distribution is a business, which is contrary to creation itself. As an actor, I don't like this, because you directly equate art with money, not vulgar, but will affect the creation itself. No People can freely control the erosion of utilitarianism; but as a company, you cannot live in a utopia. Even if DreamWorks is stained with copper, it is at least in your hands, as long as your deep dreams remain unchanged , Then DreamWorks can become the kingdom of independent films."Steven's brows wrinkled slightly with Hugo's words, which he didn't think of. Because Steven is different from Robert Redford, Steven has not paid enough attention to independent films. He founded DreamWorks only to gain more initiative and does not want to be controlled by a consortium. But Hugo's words opened up a new world for him."If you have a distribution department, you can also help countless other independent films, tap more film talents, and let more people with dreams have the opportunity to realize their dreams. Steven, you know, no major Hollywood film company I have to pay attention to this part. Robert Redford needs help, and DreamWorks needs supporters After Hugo said his thoughts in one breath, he finally relaxed. In fact, he was a long time ago. I wanted to talk to Steven in this way, but the identities and status of the two people were so different in the past. Even if Hugo said it, it would not have any effect. Unexpectedly, things would take a turn for the better, and Hugo would eventually win Opportunity."As for the issuing department to earn more dividends and gain more profits for you, I don't need to discuss this matter. You all know that those consortia are demons who cannibalize people and don't spit out bones. They have the right to issue. Will do everything possible to deprive you of your profits. So, you can go back to this account and let your accountant do a good job."Hugo's words made Steven chuckle, but he didn't speak immediately, but thought silently. Hugo didn't have much content in what he said just now, but the amount of information was too much, and Steven needed some time to digest it. In fact, why didn't Steven know these truths? It was just explained by a bystander like Hugo, and he was a top actor, especially a top actor who was very picky about the script and the work, the thoughts in Steven's mind began to collide violently, producing countless sparks.Hugo didn't bother Steven either, just quietly holding the red wine glass, feeling the intoxicating aroma. Time has calmed down at this moment, but history has shifted silently.
