Chapter 564【Special Effects】

  Los Angeles, Hollywood.

Universal Pictures CEO Sidney Simberg is reporting work to Wu Guangyao. At this time, Sidney Simberg has only a fanatical adoration for Wu Guangyao; even in his heart, BOSS is more suitable for managing Universal Pictures than himself. .

  In 1972, "American Style Painting" had a box office of 120 million U.S. dollars, a cost of 20 million U.S. dollars, and a net profit of 60 million U.S. dollars;

  In 1973, the box office of "Jaws" was as high as 180 million U.S. dollars, the cost was 10 million U.S. dollars, and the net profit was 100 million U.S. dollars;

  In 1974, "Rocky" had a box office of 80 million U.S. dollars in the first half of the year, a cost of 20 million U.S. dollars, and a net profit of 40 million U.S. dollars.

  Three movies brought 200 million US dollars in profits to Universal Pictures, and all this is attributed to the BOSS;

  If it is not recommended by the BOSS, Universal Pictures will probably miss these three movies.

   Therefore, Sidney Simberg's admiration for Wu Guangyao at this time is a deep admiration.

  After listening to Sidney Simberg’s report on the company’s current situation, Wu Guangyao nodded and expressed satisfaction;

  In fact, Wu Guangyao does not make much money from Universal Pictures;

  Sony holds 65% of Universal Pictures, Lenovo Group holds 65% of Sony’s shares, and Wu Guangyao himself holds 52% of Lenovo Group’s shares;

  Through layers of exploitation, Universal Pictures’ profits, Wu Guangyao’s profits are only 22%.

  Thinking about it this way, Wu Guangyao regrets a little bit, whether he should directly intervene in the investment of blockbuster films as an investor;

  But think about it or give up, it's better to follow the rules of the game!

  Wu Guangyao asked concerned: "How is the script for the science fiction film directed by Lucas?"

Sidney Simberg said: "It's basically done, and the next step is to prepare for the shooting! The boss can rest assured that although Lucas made a lot of money with "American Style Painting", but the filming of "Star Wars" Investing in movies, his meager funds are still limited; in addition, we have also invested in the production of the "Star Wars" script, this movie will only belong to Universal Pictures."

  Wu Guangyao is not worried that "Star Wars" will be taken away at all, but that Lucas will stand on his own in the future;

Therefore, Wu Guangyao said: "Director Lucas is a talented director. We must cooperate with him to win together! By the way, shooting "Star Wars" requires high-demand special effects production. Over the past few years, I ask you to strengthen the company. Have you made the investment in the special effects department?"

  In recent years, major Hollywood studios have cut off the special effects department, thinking that this is a money-burning and useless department;

  But Wu Guangyao knows that the future of Hollywood movies will all rely on special effects for TMD!

  Especially Marvel movies, there is a woolen storyline!

  Sidney Simberg was shocked, thinking in his heart, fortunately, he obeyed the boss's instructions;

  Otherwise, now is the disaster of being accountable by the boss!

  Sidney Simberg seriously said: "Our special effects department of Universal Pictures has been investing in additional investments. It is the strongest special effects department in Hollywood."

  Wu Guangyao's heart is slumped, let alone the strongest, in the end, he definitely couldn't play the special effects department formed by a group of people who jumped out of the system.

After thinking about it, Wu Guangyao still said: "Lucas has a technological head and crazy ideas. Go and explore with him. If he has the idea of ​​setting up a special effects company, Universal Pictures can take the opportunity to separate the special effects department. , And set up a company in partnership with him; if he refuses, then Universal will also establish a subsidiary in the special effects department. The future of Hollywood will be the world of special effects."

  Previous life, it was after the popularity of "Star Wars" that Hollywood special effects companies were established one after another;

  So, Wu Guangyao must make arrangements in advance!

  Sidney Simberg couldn't help but wonder, are special effects really so important?

  However, what the BOSS said must not be refuted;

  Otherwise, I would not have had such a good life in Universal Pictures, and I might even get out of it.

"The boss can rest assured that our cooperation between Universal Pictures and Director Lucas is very happy; and the special effects department of Universal Pictures is the top in Hollywood. If Lucas really intends to establish a special effects company, I believe he will not refuse our cooperation. !"

  Sidney Simberg said in his heart, if you value Lucas so much, Universal Pictures has never underestimated him, so there is no unpleasant cooperation between the two sides;

  Also, if Lucas is unwilling to cooperate and wants to do it alone, then he has to weigh the strength of Universal Pictures' special effects department.

  Sidney Simberg asked: “What if Lucas didn’t have the idea of ​​setting up a special effects company? Will we immediately form the special effects department into a new subsidiary?”

  For a time, Wu Guangyao was a little embarrassed!

  Hollywood’s special effects companies seem to be composed of three teachers and nine talents.

  In previous lives, the people who constituted the “Industrial Light and Magic” can be called “three teachings and nine streams”. Some are engaged in architecture, some are modelling, some are advertising, and some are mechanical design. Almost no one has ever worked in movies.

  But there are also benefits: this vibrant group is full of hippie spirit and completely escaped the restrictions of the system.

Finally, Wu Guangyao said: "No, you know Lucas’ love for "Star Wars", he doesn’t have ideas! Of course, the reason why I want the special effects department to be independent is that I hope that the special effects company will not be in Develop under the film system; this team must be full of vigor and vitality. It doesn't matter if you are not a filmmaker. As long as everyone has wild ideas, they will not be confined in a cage. So, do you know what I mean?"

  Sidney Simberg nodded seriously, feeling that after listening to the BOSS, it was like opening a new door for himself.

  "BOSS, I know what to do!"

   Wu Guangyao said: "Well, after solving the special effects problem of "Star Wars", then shoot immediately, and strive to be released next Christmas!"

  A bar in the United States, a group of people gathered on an arcade machine, and everyone’s faces were a bit excited and anxious;

  ‘Why there is no gameover yet! ’

  This is what everyone thinks!

  It turns out that this is the latest arcade game called "Hong Kong Cube";

  As for why it is called ‘Hong Kong Cube’, who cares!

  As soon as this arcade game came out, it immediately attracted everyone's attention;

  I am used to playing monotonous ball games and rough shooting games. As soon as the arcade game ‘Hong Kong Cube’ was born, it caused a huge sensation.

  Orders are flooding to Sony like snowflakes. Fortunately, Sony has been prepared. The arcade factory in Hong Kong is rushing to work 24 hours a day and can produce thousands of arcade machines every day;

  The production of arcade machines in Hong Kong has many advantages, with extremely low tax rates and cheaper labor than in Japan;

   Overall, the cost of arcade machines produced in Japan is 30% less;

  At this time, 80% of Sony's arcade machines are produced in Hong Kong!

  Wu Guangyao came to Silicon Valley again and started working in Lenovo Industrial Park.

  Currently, Lenovo’s flagship product is naturally a color TV. With Trinitron technology, Lenovo brand color TV is a symbol of a good TV; Lenovo can sell 6 million color TVs every year, and this sales volume is still growing.

  According to the current rhythm, Lenovo TV is expected to sell 200 million color TVs and 100 million Trinitron picture tubes before the 1990s.

  The rest of the electrical appliances are basically Japan’s second and third, and their performance is also remarkable!

  As for Sony, which is owned by Lenovo Group, it is now fully exploded;

   Walkmans, arcades, and video game consoles are the world's hegemony, and even a decent challenger has not appeared.

   Akio Morita and Dao Jing Shen came to the United States at the same time this time, at the invitation of Wu Guangyao;

  Wu Guangyao didn’t just let the two leaders of Lenovo Group, Jing Shenda, come to accompany him all the way;

  But there are big policies that need to be explained!

  On this day, Wu Guangyao took two people to inspect the entire Lenovo Group’s R&D room in Silicon Valley.

  Wu Guangyao said to Jing Shenda as he walked: "President Jing Shen, is there any progress on the handheld game console I mentioned last time?"

  Jing Shenda is responsible for the entire technical department of Lenovo Group. Of course, it belongs to a management position, but at least Jing Shenda’s expertise is very strong.

   Jing Shen shook his head, and said, “The technology is immature in all aspects. The project is still being explored, which disappoints the president!”

Wu Guangyao waved his hand and said nonchalantly: "Of course I know that the technology is immature. This is what I want to tell you two; Lenovo Group is not only making products, but also making parts; the research and development of liquid crystal displays, This is a very important strategy. I can tell you two with certainty that in the future, LCD monitors will completely replace all current CRT monitors."

  As a traverser, the biggest advantage is to know the future direction;

  Like this kind of strategic technology research and development, Wu Guangyao can save a country and a company from many detours.

Although Jing Shenda is pretentious in technology research and development, he has absolute trust and admiration for Wu Guangyao's vision;

Therefore, Jing Shenda seriously said: "Then the company strengthens the research and development of LCD monitors, it is urgent! But we have an advantage in front of all the technology companies in the world, that is, because of you, we are very decisive in all research and development. , The goal is very strong. At the same time, the chairman is also the boss I have seen most willing to invest in the scientific and technological career."

  Jing Shenda is not flattering, but Wu Guangyao has a strong target. In the past few years, Wu Guangyao has never made a mistake in the company's strategy, but is very correct;

  In terms of technology investment, Wu Guangyao actively supports Lenovo Group, using more than 30% of the annual profit for research and development, 40% of the profit for expansion, and shareholder dividends of only 30% (may be lower);

  It is necessary to know that the annual profit of Lenovo Group has reached 800 million US dollars;

  It is false to say that Wu Guangyao is not interested in the money!

  However, Wu Guangyao knows that making money is not the most important purpose of investing in science and technology;

  The real purpose is to hope, benefit Hong Kong, and benefit our compatriots.

  This is not how noble Wu Guangyao is, but rather something within his power.

  (End of this chapter)