Chapter 165 Miraculous box office

The little fact that arranging Hamasaki Ayumi studied in Los Angeles is insignificant. Her scheming is OK, and the possible scheming is the same. Adrian still has a lot of things to be busy with.

It was already mid-August, and the early preparations for "Shapes' Love History" were almost done. After the things to be done were arranged, he also took Gwyneth and Blanchett to the UK.

It is easier said than done. Although these things are not many, it takes a lot of effort to sort them out in a mess.

For example, in terms of summer vacation, various film companies have launched many excellent productions and earned a lot of box office sales. Co-produced by DreamWorks and Bosworth, by Harrison?

"Air Force One" starring Ford, which is a government-flattering man, ranks at the forefront.

For Americans whose confidence has been unprecedented in recent years, it is undoubtedly a welcome sight to fight wits and courage with terrorists on their own planes.

Since Adrian found Spielberg and invited him to direct and produce "Jurassic Park", DreamWorks was destined to stand aside with AC Media. After all, everyone is a new company that is ambitious to divide a big cake in the film industry.

But they didn't realize they were being pushed ahead by AC Media. Because of this, although the box office of "Air One" was quite good, Adrian still took it out and shared it with DreamWorks, and the sequel to "Jurassic Park" also chose to cooperate with DreamWorks. Spielberg is now stepping up the production. Although it has been delayed to be produced until now because of "Saving Private Ryan", it is expected to be released next summer vacation.

Just a little benefit.

Adrian didn't care about this. For a successful person who has already risen, how to share is the most important thing. It is enough to have "Titanic" this summer.

That's right, although various film companies have launched good movies during the summer vacation and have won considerable box office, they are still so small in front of the giant "Titanic", just like the comparison picture when the big ship sets off in the movie.

In addition to the first week when the strong attack was slightly insufficient and the third week when it suddenly climbed to the peak, it has been released almost two months since it was released, and "Titanic" ranks first in the North American box office list every week!

Moreover, based on the current popularity, this situation may continue to continue. Although the situation where you have been waiting in line for a long time cannot buy a movie ticket, there are still long queues for buying tickets outside large theaters across the United States every weekend.

The box office in North America has even exceeded the 400 million box office mark like a rocket, and the same is true for overseas box office. If it weren't for the release time being slightly delayed in North America, it would probably have approached 500 million.

In this way, the global total box office has exceeded 800 million!

This is an absolutely shocking number. If inflation is not counted, the world's highest box office is only 600 million!

"Titanic" easily exceeded this number, and with the current hot trend, it may even exceed 1 billion!

God Ah, this is so scary, what kind of heads does Cameron and Adrian have?

Hollywood film companies either beat their chests or stamp their feet, grit their teeth or envious, Cameron won’t say that. Everyone knows that this guy is a madman and a tyrant. He could have burned 100 million yuan as early as the filming of "Terminator 2" and "The True Lies". Now it’s understandable that he burns nearly $300 million to make a movie, but Adrian is too magical.

Although the title of director Miracle is already well known, and although everyone admits that he has unique vision, his time in this circle is relatively short.

Cameron is no matter how surprising it is, but he has been in the circle for several years before he gets invested in filming "Terminator", and then it took more than ten years to gain his current status.

But Adrian has achieved considerable success since the beginning of making movies, but in just 7 years, he has almost never failed. Moreover, the movies associated with him have basically achieved good results, and one actor after another and director has become famous or fulfilled his long-cherished wish.

In addition, he also joined hands with his friends to create his own media company. He is now one of the new and most promising media groups in Hollywood. Now he has taken out nearly $300 million for Cameron to make movies without frowning. God, Ah, even the seven major companies dare not be so generous and generous.

What’s even more annoying is that he actually succeeded again!

He actually succeeded again!

This big production that was burned out has broken the record and became the world's most popular movie, and it is still rising continuously, making those who want to watch him jokes feel like they were slapped in the face. Hell, how did he do it!

Among these film companies, only 20th Century Fox is laughing. They are responsible for the distribution work and strive for the PG-13 level. The 10% distribution fee is tens of millions, which is really easy to make.

But they felt a little sorry. If they could join in the investment, they would make more than that.

But then again, Adrian's 200 million investment was taken out directly, and only 40 million was added later. Even if someone wanted to invest, he would refuse if he was not short of money.

In short, during the summer vacation of 1997, no movie could stand up in front of "Titanic". Even those European critics who were determined to pick on the spot could only give up this plan in the face of this huge and increasing box office.

But to someone, this is nothing.

Let's talk about it when it doubles.

Adrian said so lightly after knowing that the global box office of Titanic exceeded 800 million. Claude, who was drinking water on the left, almost spit out, while Lavern on the right, almost landed his glasses on the ground with a trembling hand. Even Charlize, who was already accustomed to recording the key points of the meeting, could not help but raise his eyebrows.

But no one questioned his claim. After the unprecedented success of Titanic, no matter what Adrian said, they would probably believe that at least it was in this movie.

Therefore, under his instructions, the company did not stop promoting the work for a moment.

It's still early, but I chose the summer vacation time.Looking at the data, Adrian said to himself.

In addition, it is worth mentioning that so far he has written ten checks for Cameron, each of which is 5 million.

Originally, he planned to wait until the later stage to open 100 million, and then slowly appreciate Cameron's shocked face to see if he would open his mouth as big as the literary works described.

However, because Cameron's studio is not very morale at present, Adrian first wrote a check worth 5 million to encourage his employees, so he simply opened a check worth 5 million yuan each.

Thank you very much for your feelings, Ed, if possible, please give it intact at once?

Cameron was so upset that he was so upset by the snowflake-like check, but he was not easy to show.

You know, he voluntarily gave up his salary and dividends at the beginning. Adrian was so kind that he had to say humbly on the phone.

You might as well guess whether I can drown you with a check.Adrian replied with a laugh.

...Okay, can you swipe your card?This will bring many discounts.After a while of silence, Cameron said so, and then Adrian made a fuss.

In addition to this, there are also many things on the record company. He has to ask about the production of Britney's debut album and the singing of Christina's theme song. After preparing for such several years, he will succeed no matter what.

With the acquisition and integration of Claude and the promotion of Adrian, the new songs and new groups launched have achieved pretty good results, and the record companies under AC Media have also gained a foothold in the industry.

Even so, it can only be regarded as a record company between first-class and second-class, and it is still quite far from those top record companies.

Although Adrian also has a strategic arrangement, his familiarity with music is not as good as that of movies, TV, the Internet, etc., so the arrangements in this regard are at the end. If you want to implement it in detail, you will have to wait a few years.

So if you want to make progress during this period, you have to rely on other means, such as the amazing Britney and Christina.

Although the newcomers or new groups launched before are not particularly popular, they also have good popularity among teenagers and the company has accumulated considerable experience.

This time, coupled with Eric Norton's full strength and Adrian's remarks based on his memory, he was at least 80% sure of recreating Britney's glory.

Also, once you go to the UK, because you have to start shooting two movies at the same time, although it is convenient to have a private plane, you will have very little time in Los Angeles.

Therefore, how to arrange a date with women is also an important thing. You cannot ignore it and should be as fair as possible. Fortunately, with Charlize, it seems to be very troublesome, but in fact it is relatively simple to solve.

Because I think based on these, I can get a deeper understanding of their personalities.

Charlize answered this when Adrian asked herself why she showed such enthusiasm, and then she smiled slightly: So I can come up with targeted ways to drive them away one by one and then take you exclusively.

Adrian couldn't help laughing and responded that he pressed Charlize on the thick floor-to-ceiling glass in the office and repaired it hard.

But these are not the most important things. After August, Adrian has been waiting for a news that he has done almost everything he should do, but he still has no intention of leaving. Until Steve Jobs, who has returned to Apple after hearing this news, announced that he has once again as the CEO of Apple!

But this time is different from last time. When Jobs was Apple's CEO last time, the IT company that pioneered personal computers was booming. This time, Apple was already on the edge of a cliff and was shaking. Not long ago, Apple's stock plummeted by 30% again due to a strategy error.

However, it was precisely because of this plunge that former CEO Jill Amério finally left sadly, and then Jobs, who served as the board of directors, took over. As for the tricks...

Many people are not optimistic about this genius or madman who was kicked out of the house after founding Apple. Some IT magazines also ridiculed that even Jobs could not save Apple, but Adrian knew that the total 20% of the Apple part he obtained from Jobs and absorbed privately will start to increase in value at most in the previous year. It may not be diluted in the future, but as long as 10% in five years is still in his hands, it is also an amazing asset.

The Apple obtained from Jobs is about 18%. Of course, this is not held by Jobs, but AC Media's investment of 1.5 billion yuan.

Almost three weeks ago, Jobs visited Adrian's office and after a while of greeting, he began to focus on the topic: attracting investment.

Adrian expressed his optimism at the White House during his regular dinner that he was optimistic about Jobs who returned to Apple and hinted that if there were conditions that could impress him, he might be able to invest in it, so Jobs has come to the door now.

However, before long, Adrian became a little absent-minded. What Jobs, who was talking about in a big way, was talking about things that he had heard many times before. Listening repeatedly would inevitably make people feel tired. After this emotion was revealed, Jobs suddenly became a little unhappy.

Are you listening, Ed?He asked suddenly.

almost.Although Adrian nodded a little lazy, he smiled and had no intention of being slighted in his eyes. Okay, tell me how much money you need, Steve.

Although there are 3 billion assets in the financial statements, there is not much liquidity, with a gap of about 150 million.

Jobs replied hard that for a proud and narcissistic person like him, Adrian's attitude was not friendly, so he left no room for reversal.

150 million?Adrian leaned over his head and thought for a while, and agreed without waiting for the other party to speak: OK, no problem, I can pay this fund.

real?Jobs raised his eyebrows, unable to believe it.

real.Adrian nodded, but it was not my private investment, but my company investment, and there was still a condition.

Jobs' brow frowned immediately, but he still made a gesture of invitation.

Very simple.Adrian smiled slightly, I want you to be the CEO of Apple!

I?!Jobs was slightly surprised, and his eyes flashed behind the lenses. How is that possible? You must know that Amério is now...

Then drive him off the stage and drive away those who may be blocking you.

Adrian said bluntly, "It's not Apple that I invest in, but Steve Jobs, who can be said to be the best among Apple!"

Jobs was finally moved. He heard a lot of flattery, but it was the first time that such flattery was like this. I have to say that this feeling... is quite pleasant.

Should I say I feel honored?He asked after moving his fingers together.

No, I feel honored that not everyone will witness the miracle happening.

Adrian's smile never changed. He drove away those enemies, and then led the apple out of the trough to climb higher mountains, and got up wherever he fell, right?

After pausing, he said again: Pixar still misses you very much. Although you tried to force them to give up options, John always said that no matter how tight the funds are, you will always meet the requirements for the funds they need to make animations. Although I discovered them, without your support, Pixar would not be today.So, I know, I believe that you are worth my investment.

Ha, this is... really exciting.Jobs couldn't help but take a deep breath. Even with his arrogant personality, he still couldn't help feeling a little excited.

And you can rest assured.Adrian continued, we won’t be fighting for control of Apple with you, as long as you are in that position for one day, we will fully support you for one day.

So.Jobs took a deep breath and unveiled the disguise on it. What do you want?

Money, and cooperation.

Adrian smiled slightly, I said that Apple will take off again in your hands. I have this premonition, and I also believe that you have seen the future development trend. In a few years, we will definitely have intersections, and we will have a broader future at that time.

Although the other party always maintained a calm expression, Adrian, who had been observing him carefully from the beginning, still captured Jobs' pupils and shrank instantly.

Thank you for your suggestion, I will consider it seriously, please give me some time.That's what he said in the end.

Despite this answer, Jobs agreed a few days later, especially when the contract was placed in front of him.

Although the written text may be overturned, it is always more reliable than the verbal promise. Of course, this contract will not be signed after he becomes Apple's CEO again.

Wait and see, Crow.After learning that Amério was stepping down, Adrian said this to Claude, who shrugged and said nothing.

As before, he initially opposed the injecting capital into Apple. After all, Apple's dilemma is obvious to everyone, but Adrian started his unique rhetoric again: Very good, then I'll invest myself. Anyway, "Titanic" has earned me enough money.

It was such a bloody answer. Claude rolled his eyes, hesitated for a while, recalled his previous achievements, and finally agreed.

The matter about Apple was basically settled. How could Adrian have planned it for a long time and then he would allow some mistakes.

He had a certain understanding of Jobs in his previous life. After he had the capital in this life, he also collected a lot of information about this crazy man after he put his goal on Apple, and then formulated a series of plans, such as pretending to be absent-minded when talking to Jobs in the office.

However, after all, he underestimated Steve Jobs. This certainly did not mean that he was plotted. In fact, his goal was successfully achieved, but on the other hand, Jobs' actions surprised him very much.