"Rick, we all know that Hugo doesn't care about pay, so you have to tell me Hugo's bottom line, otherwise I can't start my work." Catherine had guessed in her heart that Hugo decided to play the "Supernatural Sixth Sense", but she did not show any difference on the surface, but instead discussed the matter and showed her sincerity.

But Rick showed a kind smile, "Kate, what I need is that you show enough sincerity."

Rick was talking about "you", not "you" representing Bowei. This sentence is very subtle and profound, and obviously Katherine must also grasp it.

Catherine began to think about it, and now the facts are clear. If nothing unexpected happens, Robert Eiger and David Vogel's plan has worked. It can be said that their purpose has been achieved, but DreamWorks and Endeavor Elite Brokerage will not give up. This is why she appeared at the meeting today. Now is the time for her to show her value.

If you think about it carefully, it is not difficult for Catherine to find that Robert's previous preparations have left Hugo with too much choice. Everything about the meeting tonight was natural, and it can be said that her appearance was also under Robert's calculations. Therefore, Catherine naturally had her own abacus in her heart.

"Thirteen percent of the box office dividends, and then the producer's power is distributed according to 'perfect' and 'Los Angeles City Secret', giving Hugo absolute freedom." Catherine said concisely and clearly, but after she said it, Rick did not answer, but just cast his eyes with a smile.

Katherine didn't mind at all, but just looked at Rick calmly, as if she had given the best conditions. The two of them looked at each other silently with their eyes open. After a while, Rick smiled, "Kate, I don't think Knight is qualified to fight against Hugo. You and Frank will not make things difficult for Hugo, so the power of the producer is not an additional benefit."

Although Hugo has only served as the producer of two works, there are definitely only a handful of producers who dare to challenge Hugo's authoritative directors in Hollywood. Even directors of such levels as James Cameron and Steven Spielberg, they will definitely need to consider it and cooperate with Hugo. This is also the reason why James is unwilling to cooperate with Hugo on the "Titanic".

In the "Supernatural Sixth Sense" crew, no one can challenge Hugo's position. So, no matter whether Bowei Film Company appoints Hugo as producer, his power is definitely the biggest in the entire crew, and no one can shake it. Even Catherine in front of him is the same.

However, Catherine did not show any timidity. She just smiled calmly, "Rick, the default rules are not counted before being written into the contract. I think you and I understand."

Rick just raised his eyebrows and refused to say anything. Catherine's answer was indeed true, but it was also a quibble. He leaned forward slightly, as if he wanted to see clues in Catherine's pupils, "Kate, does she want to continue the war with me?"

Rick will never show his trump card. In this negotiation, Robert Eiger took the lead and almost all the advantages. But Rick's biggest advantage is that the goal they are seeking is Hugo, which is the seller's market and a unique seller's market. Just one advantage is enough to make Rick take the initiative.

Katherine naturally knew what Rick's words meant, and she also let out a sigh of relief in her heart, "Fifteen percent of the box office dividend."

From 12% to 13% to 15% to 15%, based on the box office of 100 million US dollars, one percentage point is one million.

For Hugo, this seems not to be cost-effective. The 15% box office dividend is only 15 million US dollars in salary. If the box office is less than 100 million US dollars, the salary will be even less. Now Hugo is the best player in the United States in the first place in the 20 million club, which is an unequal exchange. Unless the box office of the movie exceeds 150 million US dollars, this will make Hugo's salary reach the "20 million club" level.

But for Hollywood at present, Hugo's box office ability of $150 million is just a guaranteed level, and 200 million can impact it. Then the box office dividend will be far more than $20 million. Look at the box office dividend of "Los Angeles City Secret" and you will know that the 52 million US dollars of pay is almost a benchmark that cannot be surpassed in the entire history of the movie.

Even though "The Sixth Sense of Supernatural" is a horror movie, and works that can exceed 100 million US dollars in box office are rare, Hollywood now has a blind confidence in Hugo's box office appeal, so during negotiations, Catherine's percentage increases almost bit by bit. For them, one percentage point of Hugo's box office dividend is almost two million and three million US dollars.

After hearing this answer, Rick thought carefully. In fact, his inner box office dividend was 20%, because Hugo got this data in "Los Angeles City Secret", but the project "Supernatural Sixth Sense" is different. In addition to Hugo's personal interests, they also need to consider the overall interests.

For example, Bowei Film Company helped DreamWorks develop its distribution department; for example, the profit dividends of the "Supernatural Sixth Sense" in the video tape market, such as Disney's strong peripheral distribution capabilities... and so on, these interests have no direct relationship with Hugo, but are closely related at the company level.

Rick thought about it seriously, nodding or shaking his head, but lowered his voice and said, "Have Steven told you about the distribution department?"

Catherine frowned slightly, and then the two of them started to communicate in a low voice. In fact, this is the part that Robert really missed, and it is also the real reason why Catherine attended the meeting today.

On the other hand, Knight and Hugo's conversation was getting better and better. Knight increasingly discovered that Hugo's understanding of the script and the character was no less than him. Even Hugo's many views inspired him, which opened his eyes. Knight originally thought that he already knew Hugo very well, but the real face-to-face conversation made him realize that it was not without reason that the man in front of him could create so many miracles.

"Hugo, I mean it's true that you must star in this work. I can't wait to start the creation on the set. There are countless scenes gushing out in my mind!" Knight was no longer so nervous at this time, but his eyes were filled with excitement of eagerness to try, which made people suspect that he would stand up directly and find a camera next time, and start performing it on the spot.

Hugo turned to look at Rick, and the smile on the corner of his mouth outlined, "Yes, I will star in this work." During the meal just now, Hugo had already received Rick's hint, indicating that the negotiations were going well, so Hugo spoke directly without hesitation and gave a positive answer.

But Knight didn't react, "But..." Then his voice stuck in his throat, his eyes widened, "You mean..." The puzzled tone really made people laugh. Hugo nodded with a chuckle and affirmed again. Then Knight smiled all over his face. If he hadn't realized that this was public, he would have stood up and screamed, but even so, he still clenched his fist tightly, his muscles tensed up, and he tried his best to vent his inner excitement.

Even Catherine and Rick, who were sitting next to them, noticed Knight's excitement and cast doubtful eyes, but then they understood what was going on and couldn't help but smile.

But Knight didn't notice anything strange about others and said excitedly, "So, is it going to happen?" At this moment, this Knight made Hugo clearly realize that he was three years younger than him.

"Actually, after I finished reading the script, I decided to take over the script." Hugo said to Knight with a smile, "I was also a little surprised. It was not an easy task for me, a picky person."

But Knight was not amused by this sentence, but became a little shy and seemed to be a little uncomfortable with Hugo's praise. However, he quickly reacted, "So, does this mean that the actor I want will be in place soon?"

Hugo seemed to be a little confused about the meaning of this sentence, and cast a puzzled look. When Katherine, who was sitting next to him, heard this sentence, he interrupted, "If Hugo is willing to join, you have any actors you want."

Knight shook his head unexpectedly, "I don't want any actor. During the process of writing the script, I had ideas for every actor." This made the other three people stunned. Catherine and Rick, who were talking, both stopped what they were doing and turned to look over.

Catherine and Rick took over the work of the producer because Knight was actually "over-the-job", especially when Hugo was sure to join, Knight's request was undoubtedly very difficult. Catherine was even more panicked, she obviously did not expect such a situation.

Hugo was curious. Knight's way of writing scripts is not without them in Hollywood. There are pros and cons. The advantage is that the director has a clear and accurate understanding of the script and will be very smooth when shooting; but the disadvantage is that the director has already given the role framework, which is very unfavorable for the actors' performance, especially during the shooting process, the director's framework will limit the actors' performance.

But Knight didn't notice the abnormality of the three people at all, and then said, "I already have ideas about Vincent, Lynn, and Anna." Vincent was Malcolm's last patient, and he was unable to save Vincent; Lynn was Cole's mother and one of the three protagonists in the movie; Anna was Malcolm's wife, and there were many scenes in the movie.

At this moment, Knight took all the casting director's work into his arms, and even interfered with the producer's power. Catherine's chin line suddenly became stiff.
Chapter completed!