Chapter 87 Fighting each other

Following the staff's introduction, Gu Wei also gained a general understanding of the production situation.

"Director Gu Wei, I think I've made myself clear enough."

David talked for more than ten minutes, then picked up the coffee in front of him and started drinking.

"This is the script and storyboard manuscript that needs to be produced."

After listening to David's words, Gu Wei nodded, then took out a stack of documents and handed them over.

Gu Wei has already obtained the copyright of the script, so he is not afraid of plagiarism by the other party.

At this time, another staff member took the document and started reading it.

Looking at the other party's actions, Gu Wei nodded secretly in his heart, thinking that he was well prepared.

Afterwards, the only sound in the office was the other person flipping through documents.

The story was cliché, but the image of the Minions in the script was eye-opening.

“The character’s image is very distinctive.”

After reading it, the other party only said this.

Then, after reading the script, the staff member nodded to Jeffrey Katzenberg.

"Gu, we can't give you a quote now. The production department needs to calculate the relevant expenses before the specific production cost can be determined."

Jeffrey Katzenberg spoke up.

"No problem, how long will it take?"

"Three days."

The other party tells you a time.

"Okay, then wait until the specific offer comes out and we'll continue the discussion."

Gu Wei and Reid stood up and shook hands with each other.

...

After leaving the headquarters of DreamWorks Animation, Gu Wei and Reid went to Pixar and received a response similar to that of DreamWorks, that the specific quotation would not come out until a few days later.

The next day, photos of Gu Wei appearing in two animation companies were reported by the media, along with photos of Gu Wei meeting director Wen Ziren.

“The Oscar-winning director is about to make an animated film?”

"Hollywood blockbusters, horror films, animated films, the span of the Best Director business is quite large."

When the news came out, there was a lot of discussion on the Internet, and many Hollywood directors also expressed their opinions in interviews.

"Boss, I think you should read the interview report on the Internet."

Reid hurried into the office and spoke.

"A lucky guy who won Best Director by fluke."

When Gu Wei turned on the computer on his desk, this big title was the first thing he saw.

When you are famous, you are prone to gossip. After Gu Wei won the Best Director award, many directors made derogatory remarks about him. Now, they are taking this opportunity to directly mock him.

What's worse, some people even made fun of Gu Wei, saying that as a Chinese, he did not deserve the Best Director trophy.

"Boss, what should we do?"

Ryder asked with a worried look on his face.

"A bunch of clowns."

Gu Wei looked at the directors who made the comments. They were all relatively old and had no well-received works. They shamelessly preached by taking advantage of some things. However, other famous directors were optimistic about Gu Wei.

"Ryder, publish an article in my name, the content is..."

That afternoon, Reid, in the name of Gu Wei, confronted the person who had made the sarcastic remarks.

The general content is about a group of rubbish directors with no well-known works, who, with their few qualifications, shamelessly mock others?
He then listed the total box office of the movies he had filmed and the awards he had won, and ended with a sentence: If an old man remains alive, he is a thief.

The United States is a country with freedom of speech. As long as you don't infringe on the interests of others, there's nothing wrong with a few words. The worst that can happen is a lawsuit. Who's afraid of who?

After the remarks were made, the Internet exploded.

Supporters, opponents, and those who just wanted to watch the fun split into several groups and started to criticize each other. "A Chinese person openly mocks a Hollywood director?"

"He doesn't deserve the Oscar for Best Director. I suggest the Hollywood jury take back the award."

"There is freedom of speech in America, but I think what Director Gu Wei said makes sense, haha."

“The youngest director to win the Oscar for Best Director and the Berlin Golden Bear Award is not as good as a group of directors who have no works?”

"I support Director Gu Wei. The Day After Tomorrow and The Pursuit of Happyness are both very good movies. What other works do you think are worth showing off?"

In addition to comments from netizens, many directors and celebrities also expressed their opinions.

Will Smith: "Gu's talent is unquestionable. It is my greatest luck to work with him."

Matt Damon: "Although I have not worked with Director Gu Wei yet, his current position in the Hollywood director industry is unmatched by most other directors."

Leonardo: "Gu is right. There is always a group of people who like to point fingers at others because of their seniority."

In the company, Gu Wei watched what Leonardo said in the interview with reporters and always felt that he was mocking those old stubborn people in Oscar.

"Leon, if this continues, I'm afraid you'll have to wait a few more years to win the Best Actor award."

Gu Wei was thinking while drinking coffee.

"Gu is a talented director and there is no doubt that The Pursuit of Happyness is a good film."

Nolan, who is currently filming "Batman Begins", took time out to answer questions from reporters and said this.

The public relations departments of Universal Pictures and Warner Bros. also supported Gu Wei online, comparing him to those unknown directors.

Both companies have made a lot of money from movies they have collaborated with Gu Wei or movies they have released. They don't care about other people's opinions and will only get close to whoever can make money.

Gu Wei read the news report for a while and then ignored it. This group of people have no other abilities except for talking a little. He still needs to use the movie works to slap them in the face.

"Boss, DreamWorks and Pixar have both sent us offers."

On March 3, Gu Wei was in the company office, listening to Reid's report.

"What is the specific offer?"

"Both companies quoted 50 million US dollars, including the animation production, technicians and shooting directors."

As for the post-production dubbing and soundtrack, they will be produced separately.

“What’s the production time?”

Gu Wei asked.

"DreamWorks gives about ten months, and Pixar gives twelve months."

These vampires are really rude in asking for a price, Gu Wei thought after listening to Reid's report.

If they only cover the production costs, not including the subsequent promotion and distribution costs, and considering the price of goods a few years in advance, the prices quoted by the two companies are really not low.

"Boss, which one should we choose?"

Reid asked cautiously. It was not something he could make the decision on when it came to matters involving tens of millions of dollars.

"DreamWorks."

Gu Wei made the decision. Pixar had a lot of things to deal with, and if something unexpected happened during the process, it would take some time.

"Okay, I'll reply to them directly then."

"Well, the sooner the better the time with DreamWorks, the better. Find a few professional lawyers to look over the contents of the contract."

There are cases of these companies cheating people, so you have to be on guard.

"Boss, an investment banker on Wall Street asked if our company has plans to go public, or if it has plans to buy or sell shares?"

Ryder said next.

“Wall Street?”

"Reply to them that the company is not short of funds at the moment and is not considering these matters."

This group of people are ruthless and if they were allowed in, Gu Wei might be killed that day.

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