Martin didn't sleep well all night, and by the next morning, the idea of ​​filming "Fatal Identity" was getting stronger and stronger. Although "Casino" was being filmed, he felt that if he missed "Fatal Identity" this time, he might be in trouble later.

If there is no chance, then wouldn’t those things I conceived yesterday be in vain?

After thinking about it, Martin decided to go to Universal Pictures again to see if he could win the film and television adaptation rights for "Fatal Identity".

…

Since they didn't have much time, Yu Dong and Cheng Yanqiu didn't go too far, they just walked around Los Angeles.

They were still playing in Disneyland when Yu Dong received a call from Jimmy.

“Someone’s going to make ‘Fatal Identity’.”

Jimmy said this when he came up. Yu Dong was a little surprised. He was not surprised that someone wanted to film "Fatal Identity", but he was surprised that Jimmy called him specifically to tell him about it.

When "Fatal Identity" was still being promoted, several companies expressed interest and hoped to discuss cooperation, but Jimmy never talked to them because they were all small companies.

"Jimmy, you have regressed, why do you still want to tell me such a thing?"

Jimmy smiled and said: "Isn't it because you are here? I have good news and I want to tell you."

Yu Dong heard the happiness in Jimmy's tone and asked doubtfully, "Isn't it because someone wants to film "Fatal Identity"? Why are you so happy?"

"This time it's different. It's a director I like very much."

"Who is it?" Yu Dong asked.

"Martin Scorsese, the director of "Driver" and "Goodfellas", have you seen these two movies?"

It turned out to be Martin, and Yu Dong also laughed. He had not only watched "The Big Brother" and "Goodfellas", but also watched Martin's "Casino", "Shutter Island", "The Wolf of Wall Street" and "The Wolf of Wall Street".

"The Departed", but these movies don't seem to be out yet.

"He came to talk to you directly?"

"No, the movie "Casino" he is filming now is produced by Universal, so he contacted me through Universal."

Yu Dong nodded, "What do you think?"

"I will definitely sell "Fatal Identity" for a good price."

“Have you never thought about investing?”

"No." Jimmy's answer was simple, "With the addition of the novel and Universal, the movie will definitely not lose money. But I don't think this movie can be a big seller. There are too many places where we need to spend money now.

There’s no need to get involved in this movie.”

Jimmy is a guy who can clearly distinguish everything. Although he likes Martin very much, he doesn't make decisions blindly.

There is a market for movies like "Fatal Identity", but they will definitely not be as big a hit as "Second World". If they invest, they should be able to make money, but it won't be huge.

"But you just said that Martin is filming "Casino", so after he picks up "Fatal Identity", he won't start it for the time being, right?"

"That's right, at least until October. Martin said that if there is a chance, he would like to meet you and talk to you about the script. What I mean is to wait until the cost of the film and television adaptation is negotiated before we talk about this matter." Jimmy said.

Yu Dong smiled and said, "Okay, just follow what you said..."

Just as he was talking, Yu Dong suddenly noticed something was going on with his wife, and said to Jimmy: "Let's not talk about it for now, something happened."

When Yu Dong was on the phone just now, Cheng Yanqiu was walking around by himself. Yu Dong never took his eyes off his wife. When he saw a foreign man talking to Cheng Yanqiu with a camera, he hurriedly hung up the phone on Jimmy.

After walking over, Yu Dong stood in front of Cheng Yanqiu, "Hello, what's the matter? I'm her husband, you can tell me if you have anything."

The man holding the camera was stunned for a moment, then showed a harmless smile, "Hello sir, don't get me wrong, I am a director. When I was taking pictures just now, I saw that your wife is very elegant, so I wanted to ask her if she has any temperament."

I have no plans to enter the entertainment industry."

Cheng Yanqiu stood behind Yu Dong, smiling and speaking in Mandarin, "Looks like a liar."

Yu Dong smiled and nodded, "It does look like it."

The man didn't understand what they were talking about, but seeing them laughing, he struck a chord while the iron was hot: "Sir, actually I think not only your wife, but you also have a very good image and are very suitable for entering the entertainment industry. I just talked to Universal

The film company has signed a movie, and it needs several Asian actors. Do you know Universal Pictures? The popular "Second World" was produced by them some time ago. This time my new movie, Spielberg

He will also serve as a producer."

"What's the name of your movie?" Yu Dong asked.

"Because you haven't agreed to participate, I can't tell you the name of the movie yet. I hope you can understand."

Yu Dong nodded and smiled: "It's understandable, it's a business secret. How long will it take for us to shoot and how much will we be paid? By the way, I don't know your name yet."

"My name is De Rossi Kennedy, what's yours, sir?"

"Oh, hello, De Rossi, my name is Jack and my wife's name is Ruth."

"Hello, Jack, Rose." De Rossi said with a smile, "You don't have many roles, but you are paid a lot. The supporting male role is worth 100,000 US dollars, and the supporting female role is 80,000 US dollars."

"Wow." Yu Dong showed a surprised expression, "Can it really be so much?"

"Of course, we are a big production team with an investment of over 50 million US dollars. What do you think? Are you willing?"

Yu Dong nodded impatiently, "Of course, we agreed. When can we be paid?"

De Rossi showed a hint of pride, "As long as you sign the contract, you will be paid 80% of the salary immediately. Of course, before that, you need to go to the hospital for a physical examination. After all, we are a regular crew and actors.

You need to ensure your health and avoid some strange diseases."

"It's understandable. Which hospital do I need to go to for a physical examination? There must be a designated hospital for people like you, right?" Yu Dong said.

De Rossi was so happy. This guy was so smart. He took out a card from his pocket and said, "This hospital is not far from here. It can be reached by car in ten minutes. Just report my name when you go there."

."

Yu Dong took the card and nodded, "Okay, we'll go tomorrow."

Cheng Yanqiu also said beside him, "When we get the physical examination report, you must sign a contract with us."

De Rossi smiled and said, "Don't worry, Jack and Ruth, these two characters must belong to you. There is my phone number on the card. If you have any questions, please contact me at any time."

"Oh, by the way, De Rossi." Yu Dong suddenly said again, "I have a friend who has always wanted to be an actor, but has never had the chance. I wonder if I can sign him too?"

De Rossi looked embarrassed, "But we only need two Asian actors."

"It doesn't matter, he is American."

"Oh, in that case, you can try it."

"However, I'm afraid that if I tell him, he will think I'm lying to him. I'll give you his phone number. You can tell him."

De Rossi nodded, "Okay."

Yu Dong smiled, took out a pen and wrote a number for De Rossi.

After finishing writing, Yu Dong also said, "Director, you must remember to contact him. He is very rich, so you can pay him whatever you want, as long as you give him a chance to act."

When he heard that the other party was very rich, De Rossi became excited and said, "Okay, I'll contact him when I get back in the evening."

"Well, let's go play first and see you tomorrow."

Then Yu Dong pulled Cheng Yanqiu away and walked away. The two of them walked away holding back laughter for a long time. Cheng Yanqiu finally couldn't help it and sneered, "I think his eyes were filled with tears when he heard that the friend you introduced was very rich."

Guang, it made me laugh so hard. But would anyone really fall for his clumsy deception?"

Yu Dong smiled and touched his wife's hair, "First of all, you are not short of money. Secondly, you have no movie dreams. Thirdly, your husband is me, so of course you will not be fooled. But others may not be able to withstand the temptation.

And he didn’t make any excessive demands, he just asked us to go for a physical examination, and many people would relax their vigilance.”

"He must have colluded with the hospital."

"Indeed, the reason is very simple, but many people just can't understand it, or simply don't want to think about it. They would rather have a delicious piece of pie fall on their heads."

"The number you wrote for him was probably made up."

Yu Dong showed a strange expression and shook his head, "No, the number is real."

…

Jimmy was so busy that he suddenly received a call. The caller claimed to be De Rossi, the director contracted by Universal Pictures.

When he first received the call, Jimmy was still thinking about what Universal was going to do, and why they sent a director he had never heard of to contact him.

Later, the other party said that he could be allowed to star in a certain movie, as long as he went to a certain hospital for a physical examination.

Jimmy knew he had met a liar.

The other party also said something about Jack, Rose, and Jimmy whom he didn't know at all. He didn't say much to the other party. He sent a few words starting with "F" to the other party and then hung up the phone.

Jimmy is busy negotiating with Universal Pictures about the film and television adaptation of "Fatal Identity". Jimmy only wants the copyright fee, and Universal Pictures certainly agrees. After all, this is the easiest way.

However, there is no agreement yet on the amount of the copyright fee. Jimmy advocated for 1.8 million US dollars, but Universal Pictures was only willing to pay 1 million US dollars. The difference between the expectations of the two parties was 800,000 US dollars.

Of course, this is normal. One party asks for a high price, and the other party pays back the money. Business requires a negotiation process. If you hit it off right away, both parties will definitely regret it later.

However, neither party wants to delay it too long. Universal Pictures is afraid that if other competitors get involved, they will become passive. Jimmy wants to get the money early and start the next plan quickly.

Finally, the day before Yu Dong was to return to China, the two sides reached a consensus.

In the end, the licensing fee for the film and television adaptation of "Fatal Identity" was US$1.5 million. If Universal Pictures does not remake it within the next five years, the copyright will automatically be taken back by YU.

In addition, Universal Pictures also added an additional $300,000 in order to name Yu Dong as the screenwriter.

Since it was only in name, Yu Dong didn't have to do anything, but before leaving, he still met with Martin Scorsese and chatted with him about the script.
To be continued...