Atlas took the contract from Sin Yoon's hand, and for the first time a look of surprise appeared on his face. Joseon was going to invest in Atlantis Princess? This move was completely unexpected for him.
He had firmly believed that as long as Sin Yoon's songs became popular, he would be able to attract investment and start filming. But now, the little diva hasn't even finished recording the song, so everything was still unknown.
However, Joseon not only wanted to spend 5 million to buy the song, but also intended to spend 10 million to invest in the filming of a movie of the same name?
Even Atlas himself couldn't help but admire the courage and foresight of the company. After all, his apparent identity was just of a student with no directing experience.
Even though he displayed amazing talent and his songs and script were very appealing, his directorial abilities remained unknown.
It was as if they were making a gamble on whether he could really make this movie well!
Atlas, who was flipping through the contract and thinking, didn't notice that Sin Yoon was staring at him at this moment. Her eyes were quite strange. She naturally understood the mystery hidden in the conditions given by Joseon company.
The idea of arranging an assistant and all the necessary supporting facilities for film shooting for Atlas was obvious. This was because Atlas had made it clear that he wanted to make this movie.
The main copyright belonged to him, so even Joseon, which was at its peak already, could only settle for second best, which was to direct and produce this movie. Sin Yoon was curious whether Atlas could see the meaning of this?
After all, he was just a student. Although he is incredibly talented, how much could he understand about the twists and turns of the entertainment industry?
This was not necessarily a bad thing. If Atlas was really capable of directing this movie, Joseon would also give way to him.
"There's nothing wrong with the contract, but some parts need to be changed." Atlas's voice interrupted Sin Yoon's thoughts. "Your company is investing 10 million, and I personally will also invest 3 million to make it a joint program, which is fine. But I'm the director and I am investing personally, so I think it is not too much to ask for 15% of the box office revenue of this movie."
Atlas spread his hands and proposed a bold profit-sharing agreement. He knew that 15% was a lot. If this number was placed in the same production of the movie in his previous life, it would definitely have caused an uproar.
The box office distribution of movies was extremely complicated. Cinemas would take the lion's share first, accounting for 60% or even more. Only 40% of the profits could be given to the producers, investors, some actors, directors, and screenwriters.
As an individual investor, his share couldn't be calculated simply based on the investment ratio. After all, Joseon company was also responsible for the actors, venues, publicity and promotion. It was only because he was the screenwriter, director and investor that he dared to ask for the astonishing figure of 15%.
It basically meant that he and Joseon each own half of this movie's profit. Although the company was already massively established, it was still a huge request from him.
In his previous life, the ground-breaking Intimate Strangers, which the director shot, directed, acted in, and invested in, only earned 60 million in box office dividends out of a box office of 1.2 billion!
The reason why Atlas dared to ask for such a high salary was because the screenwriters, directors and other content creators in this world had extraordinary status.
Before Sin Yoon could say anything, Atlas spoke next. "How about I sign a risk agreement with Joseon. I won't take a penny if the box office is below 100 million in revenue. But if the box office is 100 million to 500 million, I only want 5%. If it is 500 million to 1 billion, I want 10%. If it is 100 million to 1.5 billion, I want 15%."
He had prepared his speech long ago. 1 to 1.5 billion in revenue was Atlas's highest expectation for this movie. At worst, it could be five to ten billion. As long as the movie was completed smoothly as he expected, his income should be around 100 million, which shouldn't be a big problem.
In this era of lack of entertainment, he believed this movie would definitely achieve amazing success!
"I need to make a phone call, please wait." Looking at Atlas's resolute expression, Sin Yoon decided to call the top management of Joseon.
She still remembered the day when she and Miss Ong submitted the script and the theme lyrics for the film to the movie-production department. The executive lady from the department had looked at the script in silence for a long time, and finally admitted the quality of the movie. It must be made, she had said.
They would try their best to satisfy Atlas' requirements and just make this movie a successful one. Given her status in the company, her words were naturally law.
The result was as expected.
"They've agreed to change the terms of the contract. I will send you the new contract tomorrow." Sin Yoon just felt it was too dreamy.
So, with just a few exchanges of words, the two sides agreed on an investment of tens of millions, and even determined the subsequent distribution of tens of millions or even hundreds of millions in revenue.
But for Atlas, it was nothing new. He had already gotten used to it. He had been in charge of much bigger productions in his previous life, so this 10 million was nothing.
The reason why he was bantering with Joseon company was just to accumulate more initial funds for himself.
As long as he had money and a name for himself, he could have equal dialogue with other entertainment companies as well as their cooperation. He had been working in the entertainment industry for many years. What tricks had he not seen?
Joseon company intentions of sending him people and resources were pretty obvious. They wanted to sideline him, giving him only the empty title of director, and use Joseon's own directors and producers to ensure the release of this film.
Not that he was afraid of anyone who came. As long as he could demonstrate his ability, make the film well and ensure its sufficient quality, Joseon company, would have to leave him in charge.
"Miss Sin, thanks for coming over despite your busy schedule." Atlas stood up and shook hands with the little diva.
"You're welcome. It's my honor to be able to work with you too on behalf of Joseon company." Sin Yoon smiled sweetly, like a girl next door. "By the way, Mr. Ming. If you have songs of this quality next time, please feel free to contact me. I am willing to buy them at a high price."
Buying more songs? Atlas smiled faintly. "I will definitely do that, Miss Sin. I think I may write more similar songs for you later. "
His words instantly aroused Sin Yoon's interest, and her eyes brightened when she looked at Atlas. "I also graduated from Seoul University of the Arts."
"Really?"
"Yes, but I haven't been back to my alma mater for a long time. How about we go for a walk together?" Sin Yoon invited him, his face turning a little red.
Since the beautiful lady invited him, Atlas had no objection.
Outside under the sunset, the famous little diva was walking in the afterglow of the rays of the setting sun with the man whose name she had just learned three days ago.
If the paparazzi knew about this, this scene would definitely become a hot topic, but no one knew about this scene.
Atlas, a young screen director, was aspiring to be the biggest name in the entertainment industry when he lost his life in a tragic accident. His mind was transferred into the body of a young Korean orphan in a parallel world where he saved the troubled beauty, Sinai, while fulfill his life goals to produce world-renowned superstars as the ultimate king of the show business
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