Chapter 1162

She didn't drink much last night, and after waking up in the morning, Yang Cheng didn't feel too strongly hungover.

Checking the time on the phone, he jumped up and rushed into the bathroom. After a quick wash, he drove down Beverly Hills. He had an appointment with Sofia Coppola for brunch, and he couldn't miss the appointment.

It is not yet 9:00 in the morning, and Beverly Hills is quiet. I am afraid this is also the quietest time in Beverly Hills. get up hi.

Yang Cheng was in a hurry, and the gas pedal resounded through the mountains.

Not to mention, Rafa's 12-cylinder engine may not be the best in terms of speed, but it must be outstanding in terms of waking up, especially at the feet of Yang Cheng. I don't know how many people were awakened by Rafa's roar. Cursed under the quilt.

If Yang Cheng had a golden finger system that could absorb resentment points, he would be able to exchange for an aircraft carrier in just a short while.

The white Rafa, shining with diamond light, braked suddenly at the entrance of the Coppola family manor. Opposite was a small truck of a party service company, which was about to drive into the manor to do the finishing work, but was rushed straight by Rafa Startled, I almost drove the truck into a palm tree on the side of the road.

The driver was just about to swear, but he saw Rafa's true face clearly, and the curse was swallowed back, so he could only hold back his grievance and raised his middle finger where Yang Cheng couldn't see, as much as he could.

Just before going down the mountain, Yang Cheng sent a message to inform Sophia, and just after parking the car, she saw Sophia walking out wearing a big-brimmed top hat.

Now the temperature is around 20 degrees and the sun is shining brightly. Sophia also changed into a light spring dress, and her high heels are full of extravagance.

Yang Cheng got out of the car and opened the door for her, and thoughtfully stuffed the corner of the skirt that was hanging outside into the car, then restarted the car and continued down the mountain.

"Morning Jason, I thought you were going to be late." Sophia took off her sunglasses, took out a makeup mirror from her bag, and checked her makeup. She followed Chanel's Lafayette since she was a child, and her fashion sense is also at the forefront in Hollywood. , Naturally, he is extremely concerned about his own image.

Yang Cheng held the steering wheel and handed Sophia a glass of juice, "How come, here, the housekeeper just squeezed it~"

"Thank you~" Sophia took a sip from the straw, "It tastes great~"

The brunch restaurant they chose is located in West Hollywood. This caramel banana walnut muffin is very famous, and many Hollywood stars will come here for it. With a piece of whole wheat meringue cheesecake or an extra-large whole egg sandwich, many families Will come here for brunch on weekends with the whole family.

After ordering, Yang Cheng asked, "Tell me, Sophia, why did you ask me out for dinner?"

Sophia pulled out a script from her bag, "This is my new project, and I'm looking for investment. The story tells that during the American Civil War, a northern colonel entered a southern girls' boarding school by mistake. The female teachers in the school are excited, and the dark side of human nature such as jealousy and revenge is gradually fermenting."

Yang Cheng frowned subconsciously when she heard it. This kind of story basically has no possibility of being a big hit, and it would be good to take the route of art.

After flipping through it, the story is not complicated. During the American Civil War, Colonel John McBurney was injured in his left leg and passed out in the bushes. The girl Jane rescued him and sent him to a nearby girls' boarding school to recuperate.

The female students persuaded the head of the school to take him in. As his health improved, the handsome colonel showed incomparable charm. Two female teachers and four female students became jealous because of him, and an undercurrent surged in the school.

After the colonel and Alicia's affair was broken, the female teacher who was infatuated with him was deeply hurt and pushed the colonel down the stairs by mistake.

Later, the colonel's leg injury recurred, and Miss Martha had to amputate his leg while he was in a coma. After waking up, the colonel was furious and wanted revenge on the girls' school, but Miss Martha and her students did not want to be controlled by him .

Another film that vividly expresses the inferiority of human beings!

Putting down the script, Yang Cheng pressed it with his right hand. There is no doubt about Sofia Coppola's ability to direct this kind of thrilling romance film, but what he needs to consider is the investment and cost issues. If the winning route is determined from the beginning, The investment will certainly not be too much.

Fortunately, this film does not require too many scenes, and the cost is mainly used for the actors' remuneration. Based on Yang Cheng's understanding of this kind of art film, one or two big stars must be invited to attract attention. If not, there are 3 million Enough to shoot.

"How much investment do you need?"

Sophia raised a finger, "My budget is 10 million, and I'm going to invite Nicole Kidman to play~"

Yang Cheng frowned, this number exceeded his expectations, and what are you kidding, please Nicole Kidman? This woman is a broom star, definitely a box office evil star, the movie is made to be released, even if it is for winning awards, you can't completely ignore the box office results.

She smiled awkwardly, "Can't you find someone else?"

Sophia didn't answer directly, but instead said, "I'm going to bring this film to the Cannes Palme d'Or next year. If it wins successfully, it won't be a problem to recover the cost."

Yang Cheng nodded. The theme of this film is definitely the favorite type of directors and judges who are obsessed with literary films in Europe. Confinement, sadomasochism, castration, the more bloody the film is, the happier the judges are, and the greater the chance of winning. Coupled with the commercial operation of Cannes, as long as the film does not have flaws and the money is in place, the Palme d'Or is not unattainable.

However, the investment of 10 million is still too high.

"Sophia, 8 million. I can only give you a budget of 8 million. New Era Films will be fully responsible for the public relations in Cannes. Of course, your cooperation will be indispensable."

On her own project, Sophia is extremely firm, "10 million, not a penny less, this is the most streamlined figure I can get after making multiple budgets."

Yang Cheng tapped her finger on the script and fell into deep thought. Sophia was very relaxed, eating the muffin gracefully, waiting patiently for Yang Cheng's reply.

At this time, Yang Cheng secretly hated that he was not a professional and could not analyze the prospects from this project. Moreover, he had paid little attention to Sofia Coppola in his previous life and had no impression of her works. If he could determine the result, he would not It seems so tangled.

Forget it, leave the professional matter to a professional person, "Can you give me the script? I'll take it back to the company to have a look, and I'll give you an answer as soon as possible."

Sophia didn't expect Yang Cheng to confirm the investment through breakfast, that would be too much of a joke, "No problem, I'll wait for your good news."

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