boyutpedia Chapter 1013 What a pity
Chapter 1013 What a pity
Chapter 1013 What a pity
After just a few minutes of reading the script, Chi Jingyuan had already lost interest.
At present, Netflix has no power or weight in the Peninsula, and TV stations still occupy the vast majority of the market, which has restricted Netflix's development in many places and it can only follow behind a few TV stations.
I heard from Park Jae-hyun that they are currently in a rather confusing stage in their development. They want to build relationships with TV stations to purchase broadcasting rights, and they also want to plan to shoot their own dramas.
From Chi Jingyuan's point of view, the latter is a better way out.
However, the script that Li Zhixi gave him would be a third-tier production that even first-tier stars would not watch if it were put on a serious TV station. Yet, it was treated so carefully by Li Zhixi and Netflix as "the first self-produced drama to create the Peninsula market." I don't know if they really don't have any resources for excellent scripts, or if there's something wrong with their own vision.
Anyway, after reading this script, Chi Jingyuan couldn't help but look down on Li Zhixi and even Peninsula Netflix a little bit... Is this the script and production you want to open up the market?
He has no shortage of roles to play right now, and working with them would be a thankless task no matter how you look at it.
but……
If the other party is willing to offer an absolute premium and express enough attention, he may consider it.
Due to the reality of limited development, Netflix will definitely offer the best conditions at a premium when looking for cooperation. Bong Joon-ho directly invested 5000 million US dollars and also gave him great rights in the crew.
This also proves that although Netflix is not very adaptable to the local environment, it is still wealthy. Although Ji Jingyuan admits that he is not as famous as Bong Joon-ho, as the most attractive young male actor at present, if you want to invite him to star, just paying him a premium salary is definitely not enough.
Chi Jingyuan was reading the script, while Li Zhixi continued to introduce it confidently; "We hope that Jingyuanxi can play the role of the male lead in this self-made drama. For the female lead, we prefer Bae Suzy. If we can replicate the male and female lead lineup of "Goblin", I think it will greatly promote the topic and popularity of this drama..."
Pei Suzy?
Chi Jingyuan couldn't help but look up when he heard this, and looked at the other party in surprise. Feeling Li Zhixi's puzzled eyes, he smiled and waved his hand: "You continue..."
They even copied the male and female protagonist lineup of "Goblin", they have quite a big appetite.
Why didn’t you invite Yoona senior?
Why do I feel like this sister doesn't know much about the film and television industry in Peninsula? She doesn't seem to know that actors are not just for her to hire. Actors at a certain level are very concerned about their reputation, unless they are paid millions of dollars for each actor like Bong Joon-ho.
But how is that possible.
Just this one sentence made Chi Jingyuan doubt Li Zhixi's professionalism.
But he didn't show it, just looked down at the script.
"We hope to employ a first-class production team in the industry for this drama, and it will be broadcast directly on the streaming platform after filming is completed. As the first self-produced drama in the Peninsula market, the website will definitely give the best traffic support..."
While Li Zhixi was still boasting about the benefits of Ji Jingyuan's cooperation with Netflix, Ji Jingyuan suddenly looked up and asked, "What if I think there is a problem with the script?..."
"Forehead……"
Li Zhixi seemed to be surprised that Chi Jingyuan would ask this. He was stunned for the first time, and then his expression became a little bad: "We usually don't ask about the script, but we will ask the best writers and the most professional team to revise it to ensure every detail. If Jingyuanxi has any ideas, he can give them feedback... But generally speaking, there shouldn't be any problems."
"Well……"
After taking a look at Giselle, Chi Jingyuan nodded without comment.
In fact, after hearing this, he had no interest in this cooperation with Netflix. The so-called person in charge of Netflix's TV series content Peninsula really disappointed him.
At first, Chi Jingyuan thought that this sister was so confident and was just saying some polite words. But as he listened, he felt that Li Zhixi was not like that... She seemed to be so confident.
She seems to really think that Netflix's current predicament on the Peninsula is only temporary.
Although her development in the peninsula was not going well, she was very good at bragging and fooled Chi Jingyuan like a rookie who didn't understand the situation.
Moreover, she talked for a long time about exaggerations, but there was no substance at all. From her tone, she just wanted him to be the male lead, and it seemed that he was not even allowed to modify the script, let alone other rights.
Ji Jingyuan heard Kim Eun-sook casually mention that in order to cooperate with tvN and for Kim Eun-sook's next TV series, Netflix was very enthusiastic and even fawning towards them. Not only did they offer the best conditions, but they also took care of many aspects beyond the cooperation.
As for Bong Joon-ho, let’s not even talk about it. 5000 million US dollars, what does that mean?
When Chi Jingyuan thought about this, he suddenly felt unhappy.
You lick tvN, Kim Eun-sook, and Bong Joon-ho, but why don't you lick me?
You look down on me, a little actor.
Or... do you really think this script is excellent and promising?
"...I understand. I'm glad that Giselle xi and your Netflix have high regard for me. I'll go back and study the script carefully and will reply as soon as possible."
The script was terrible, the person in charge was amateur and arrogant, and most importantly, there wasn't much sincerity. At this point, Chi Jingyuan, who had seen enough, didn't plan to talk any further, and said goodbye, ending today's meeting.
"Jingyuanxi..."
Even though she seemed to be a bit amateurish about some things in the circle, Li Zhixi could certainly see that Chi Jingyuan meant to refuse. After a pause, she suddenly became a little anxious.
Inviting Chi Jingyuan to star in the first self-made drama was the safest and most appropriate plan they discussed in a meeting after market research.
Although Lee Ji-hee does not think that too much emphasis should be placed on actors, as any actor is replaceable and the focus should still be on TV stations, directors and well-known writers, she also recognizes Ji Kyung-won's current market and popularity, and thinks that his first drama after "Goblin" will definitely receive huge attention, otherwise she would not have personally stepped forward to find someone to introduce him.
But she didn't expect that she had been bragging for so long, but when they really wanted to talk, Chi Jingyuan looked like he wanted to refuse.
Didn’t I explain clearly the advantages of our platform? Wasn’t the conditions I offered good enough?
"Jingyuanxi..."
Seeing Chi Jingyuan smiling and preparing to leave, Li Zhixi became anxious and said quickly: "If you are willing to cooperate, we can sign multiple film contracts with you at a premium that is far higher than...far higher than the market price..."
"I appreciate your confidence in me, but I do need to discuss this with the company."
The pay is a very important indicator for most actors, but Chi Jingyuan is unmoved.
He knew that Netflix was really rich and believed that they could offer extremely high film contracts, but it didn't make any sense to him.
With regard to that script, even Yoona wouldn't accept it, let alone him. No matter how high the pay is, it will only consume his popularity.
Unless...you give me another 5000 million dollars.
He sat down immediately and signed the contract on the spot.
By the way, I will also bring Bae Suzy over to you... Whoever else you want, I will bring over to you.
"you……"
Surprised that the pay offensive had failed, Li Zhixi quickly spoke up: "If you are willing to join our camp, we are willing to introduce you to Director Bong Joon-ho. This time, Okja has entered post-production and there is no chance, but we promise that we can help you arrange an important role in Director Bong Joon-ho's next film..."
This is really tempting. Bong Joon-ho is one of the top directors on Peninsula, so it is of course very attractive to be able to act in his movie.
It's a pity. You said that he has already finished filming a movie and is in post-production. It's still uncertain how the movie will perform. What's more, it's not clear how important the so-called important role is. Even if he can't play the leading role in the movie, it doesn't mean anything to Chi Jingyuan. Moreover, this kind of director doesn't know how long he usually takes to rest after filming a movie. This kind of empty promise can only deceive newcomers who have no resources and experience.
And... Chi Jingyuan can get to know Bong Joon-ho without Netflix's introduction.
“Of course I’m honored to be working with director Bong Joon-ho, whose work I’ve always loved.”
Chi Jingyuan, who had already stood up, smiled and nodded slightly: "I will definitely visit you next time if I have the chance."
Seeing that several conditions were completely ignored by the other party, and even the other party turned around and was about to leave, and the final perfunctory attitude, Li Zhixi's self-esteem as a senior executive of Peninsula Netflix was somewhat stimulated, making her, who was already a little proud in her heart, really a little angry. She directly called Chi Jingyuan, and her tone was already obviously angry:
"Jingyuanxi, our conditions are already generous enough. You should know that Netflix doesn't have to have you. We have many alternative actors. Do you want to think about it carefully? Otherwise, you may miss out on our friendship and a very good work."
"Oh?"
Chi Jingyuan didn't take this sister's little threat seriously, but after hearing her last sentence, he couldn't help laughing.
It was not a smile to save face or for business, but a smile that came from the heart and could not be helped.
He turned around and looked at Li Zhixi, who looked confident and indignant, with a strange expression, nodded slightly, and said with some regret, but also very sincerely: "Maybe.
“It’s a really good script.”
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