Chapter 625 Cinema Alliance

Chen Qi received visitors for a day and saw many strange things.

For example, there was a guy who called himself the North American Chinese Mutual Aid Association. He made a lot of noise, and finally asked him to donate money as funds to promote Sino-US friendship, and he was kicked out.

As soon as you hear this kind of title, you know it's a liar, but others don't dare, what if it's really some kind of organization?

"Do you want to take a break?"

"There's one last one, let's talk about it after we meet.'

"You haven't even eaten all day, and Bureau Liu doesn't care about anything. How can you be a cadre for nothing?"

"America is a mixed bag, with too many bad guys, so I'll do it."

Gong Xue made him a cup of strong tea, brought it back after making it, and said, "I almost forgot, you can't drink tea when you're hungry. I'll prepare something to eat for you. Come over after you finish talking."

Just at this time, the Jiang brothers came and greeted, "Mr. Chen!"

"You two have been waiting for a long time, please take a seat!"

Chen Qi patted Sister Xue. She opened her lips slightly and silently uttered a few words, "Hurry up." Then he went out and gently closed the door.

Jiang Zhiwen glanced at Gong Xue. There are only two mainland actresses in Hong Kong who are well-known in Hong Kong. One is her and the other is Liu Xiaoqing. They have completely different styles, but they both have qualities that are rare among Hong Kong female stars.

He looked at Chen Qi again. He was indeed amazingly young.

Chen Qi also looked at the two of them. He was not familiar with Jiang Zhiwen, but very familiar with Jiang Zhiqiang. This man was only 30 years old and was working for his brother.

They exchanged pleasantries and congratulated him on winning the award as usual. It was a bunch of useless words. Jiang was born in Foshan, Guangdong, and spoke Mandarin poorly. He probably had to speak it to express his sincerity, which made him frown.

"I can speak Cantonese or English just fine."

Chen Qi couldn't help but interrupt and asked: "I don't need to say anything polite. I've heard a little bit about you two. It's fate that we met in Los Angeles. Are you here to buy movies?"

"Yes, we talked about a few movies."

"I'm not familiar with Hong Kong's Western films. Can you tell me a little bit if it's convenient?"

"sure!"

Immediately, Jiang Zhiwen talked about some not-so-secret industry conditions and said with a smile: "It's not easy for us to make money, unlike you, who can sell more than 20 million yuan per movie. We sell 10 million yuan per movie, and we have to pay for it to several different companies." Run.”

"Which star is the most popular in Hollywood?"

"Stallone, "Rocky" and "First Blood" are all good, and "007" is an old brand. In recent years, Spielberg's films have also become new favorites. Last year, "ET" was a big hit, surpassing Western films. record.”

"Hollywood produces so many movies every year, how do you divide them up?"

"Well, it's not convenient to talk about this."

"Oh good!"

Chen Qi nodded and said: "Actually, if you don't come to me, I will come to you in a while.

Or other film producers. Since we met today, let’s just have a chat. "

The two brothers looked at each other, their hearts pounding. Jiang Zhiwen said: "What does Mr. Chen want to talk about?

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"You often go to Europe and the United States, and you must be familiar with their cinemas. The West started building multiplex cinemas in the 1970s.

I watched movies in the United States and found that there are already many movie theaters with 3-5 screening rooms.

They schedule more films, are more flexible, and generate higher revenue per theater.

Hong Kong is still a traditional theater that can only show one movie at a time, which is too backward. But Hong Kong is very open and absorbs things very quickly. Multiplex cinemas are bound to be a big trend.

I want to build this kind of multiplex theater, and the original theaters of the left will be transformed. We also welcome colleagues from Hong Kong to join us and build a multiplex theater alliance together. This is a good thing that is beneficial to the entire film industry.

You own two theaters, how about joining us? "

After finishing his words, Jiang Zhiqiang glanced at his eldest brother. Didn't you say he didn't reach out?

Jiang Zhiwen looked embarrassed. He didn't reach out to Xi Pian. He reached out to Xi Pian Theater!

Jiang Zhiwen paused and said: "Mr. Chen, even if multiplex theaters are a major trend, it cannot be changed in three to five years. It requires a lot of money and time. I think this multiplex theater alliance is a bit too hasty. "

"Well, what you said makes sense!"

Chen Qi nodded and said: "Then we won't start a multi-room, but start an alliance first. How about you joining the group?"

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The two brothers were depressed. They were just targeting their own theater? Jiang Zhiwen said: "Mr. Chen, you are powerful and wealthy. We are just a small family business. Why should you be in trouble with us?"

"That's a serious statement. I'm not robbing you."

Chen Qi touched his stomach, already growling a little, and spoke faster: "We don't buy it, we don't rent it, the theater is still yours, you just join our theater chain and get a generous share.

We will arrange films together, and I will release left-wing films to you. The Western films you have introduced can also be shown together. It will benefit each other, so why not? "

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The two hesitated.

Chen Qi continued to raise the stakes and said with a smile: "I heard that you have made Hong Kong films yourself, but the results were not good. If you are willing to join, I will take you to shoot together, and there will definitely be no problem at the box office."

Throughout the 1980s, the Jiang family made three Hong Kong films, with a total box office of more than 6 million, which was not fun at all.

Again, the so-called Western and Hong Kong movie theaters are not policy regulations, but market behavior. What Chen Qi is doing now is to break this existing phenomenon.

Jiang Zhiwen's heart was pounding again. He was scared just now, and he was scared now. He realized that a huge opportunity was in front of him, a breakthrough for the family's small business!

But he didn't dare to decide immediately. His father was still alive and he had to go back to discuss it.

"Thank you Mr. Chen for your kindness. Can we consider it?"

"sure!"

Chen Qi became more and more hungry, so he stood up and stretched out his hand: "I still have something to do, so I won't stay any longer. I hope the next meeting will have a good result."

"Sorry for bothering you, it's time for us to say goodbye!"

The brothers leave.

Chen Qi immediately ran back to his room and said when he entered the door: "I'm starving to death! What delicious food have you prepared?"

"Hey, dumplings! Where did you buy them?"

"There's a Chinese restaurant nearby, come here while it's hot, I even brought some vinegar!"

After Gong Xue fiddled with it, she handed the chopsticks to his hand and said with a smile, "How was your conversation?"

"It's just a preliminary test. We'll discuss the details later."

Chen Qi picked up a dumpling, tasted it, and said, "It tastes pretty good. You can try it."

Gong Xue took a small bite, sat next to him and looked at him, saying, "You are always so busy and don't rest even after winning the award. It seems you will be even busier when you return to Hong Kong?"

"It's my job to pledge my life to the country."

"I know it's your job, but I'm worried that you can't eat or sleep well, just like today. After I finish shooting the red dress, can I go to Hong Kong to accompany you? I can also take care of your life."

"Your house won't be renovated?"

"Let's go after pretending. I don't want to live in that building by myself, like a left-behind woman. Please help me think of a reason to transfer me there temporarily."

"Then let's make a scene!"

Chen Qi was eating dumplings and opened his mouth: "Any movie, I'll make a guest appearance for you and invite you to come to Hong Kong.

If you stay for a month or two and earn some money by the way, I will give you a living allowance of HK$20 a day. "

"I just said that I would pledge my life to the country, and now I am using the public for personal gain?" Gong Xuele was amused.

"Otherwise? I am seeking personal gain within the rules, and more importantly -"

Chen Qi touched her little face and said, "If you are pregnant, I hope I am by your side. I don't want you to be alone in that new house."

"You-you, you, you."

Gong Xue surrendered willingly.

Hongkong.

Tong Yuejuan looked depressed after receiving the instructions from Director Song.

When "Life Is Beautiful" won the Oscar, she knew she would be reprimanded, but she didn't expect a new order: unite Chen Qi!

How can this bitch unite in the battle?

(With—.·)