mijobooks Chapter 40 Since We're Here
Chapter 40 Since We're Here
Today's practice ended in the afternoon. Kim Tae-yeon and Tiffany were among the first to return to the dorm. It was still early morning in New York, so she didn't think Kang Woo-jin would see her message so soon.
During her free time, she opened a webpage and searched for Jiang Youzhen's name. The first post clearly stated Jiang Youzhen's whereabouts.
The content is also very simple: a new contract has been negotiated with Columbia Pictures, and a new film written and directed by him is expected to be released next year.
Those reporters investigated very thoroughly, even asking about the subject matter of the new work, which is still horror, so it's quite a breath of fresh air.
Young screenwriters, instead of thinking about innovation, plunge headlong into these supernatural and ghostly tropes.
When Kang Woo-jin first came out, Kim Tae-yeon knew he was a screenwriter and had released three works, but she had never actually watched them, and it seemed that not many people in China had mentioned him.
After a moment's recollection, she realized why no one had brought it up.
[R-rated horror film, cannibalism, life-or-death chase, gore and violence]
No matter how I look at it, it doesn't seem like a movie I would watch, even though the film critics wrote that it was "novel and exciting".
For a new screenwriter's debut film to receive such reviews is already a very good achievement. Kang Woo-jin also won a few insignificant awards for this film.
It's undeniable that this is a good movie, but unfortunately, Kang Woo-jin doesn't want to write a sequel. The cannibal theme can't be explored in much detail. However, the production company, having tasted success, certainly doesn't want to let go of this IP. They've been pestering Kang Woo-jin for a while now, trying to get him to sign a contract for three more movies.
This is why Kang Woo-jin was so annoyed that he fled back to his home country.
Kim Tae-yeon looked at the online reviews of screenwriter Kang Woo-jin's work, which were mixed, but there were also many open comments like wolves and tigers.
Tiffany curiously approached the phone screen and saw the contents. She was quite surprised; Kang Woo-jin looked sunny and handsome, so how could his writing be a horror movie?
"Since your mother is a famous screenwriter who writes horror and suspense novels, does that mean... you're good at those things too? Taeyeon, since we have time, let's watch a horror movie."
Kim Tae-yeon: "......" So quickly they've set their sights on her?
There were no computers in the dorm, and the TV couldn't display these things, so at Tiffany's insistence, they packed a few things and went out.
There were plenty of private screening rooms and cinemas outside. Seeing that Kim Tae-yeon seemed a little resistant, Tiffany couldn't help but tease her.
"What's wrong? This is your Hollywood veteran's debut film, aren't you going to watch it?" As she spoke, she lightly poked her friend's waist twice with a teasing look.
When her ticklish spot was pricked, Kim Tae-yeon wasn't annoyed. She naturally dodged Tiffany's sneak attack and explained helplessly, "It's not that I don't want to watch, it's just that I feel it might not be a good idea to watch a horror movie now. It'll definitely be dark by the time we come out. Maybe next time."
"What do you mean 'next time'? This time! I don't even know when I'll be free next time."
"Then you can use the company's computers."
This confident statement momentarily stunned Tiffany, but after recovering, she quickly pulled Kim Tae-yeon into a movie theater.
As the saying goes, since we're already here...
After watching three horror movies about cannibals in a row, Kim Tae-yeon felt that she definitely wouldn't be able to eat much meat for the next few days. When she walked out of the movie theater, she was a little dazed.
It was already quite dark outside, but thankfully, the evening breeze cheered her up.
Looking at Tiffany again, although she seemed a little confused, she looked to be in much better shape than herself.
On her way back to the dorm, Kim Tae-yeon was still pondering whether she should support Kang Woo-jin, who was reported in the news to be making his own movie.
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Due to the time difference, Jiang Youzhen saw the message several hours later. In fact, he was worried that he would affect the girl's practice, so he thought he would contact her after he finished his work and returned to the country.
But when I saw the text message, I was still stunned for a while.
After reading the content, Kang Woo-jin was no longer as dazed as before. He replied to Kim Tae-yeon with a message explaining that he had been busy negotiating contracts with the production company these past few days.
Due to the time difference and the fact that both sides are very busy, it's impossible to receive a reply so quickly, even if there is one.
After washing up, Jiang Youzhen picked out a retro waxed jacket for himself and put it on. He glanced at himself in the mirror and was very satisfied with his old British Chern Barn style. He couldn't be too casual as a son to have a father with such a high level of fashion sense.
His phone kept ringing beside him. He glanced at it and saw it was a call from his lawyer.
He planned to make his own movie, but as a newcomer, he had no market. So, through Mads Wu's connections, he collaborated with Columbia Pictures once again.
Since it's still in the planning stage, we need to prepare the funds in advance.
He wasn't short of money, but at this very moment, someone was eager to give him money.
This lawyer was also recommended by Mads Wu. He helped him contact that clingy production company, and they must have reached a consensus. So this morning, he started making a barrage of calls.
When Kang Woo-jin met with his lawyer a couple of days ago, he was busy talking to an agent from Columbia Pictures about a new script.
The lawyer advised him against agreeing, while also suggesting that the production company increase the payment.
After changing his clothes, Jiang Youzhen answered the phone. Just as he had guessed, the contract terms had been agreed upon.
He quickly set off to meet with the lawyer. The contract clearly stated that he had renewed the contract for three sequels to the movies. With the basic salary plus subsequent box office revenue sharing, he could easily earn at least tens of millions.
However, this is the end of the story. It's normal for a good IP to produce a series of sequels or spin-offs, but Kang Woo-jin just gets tired.
The only thing that brought him comfort was probably the payment from the production company.
Indeed a lot.
In order to make a movie that met his expectations, Kang Woo-jin gritted his teeth and signed the papers.
We can't just turn down money!
Because of this incident, Jiang Youzhen spent all his time either writing scripts at school or at home, and occasionally he would take out his previous scripts to check the details. He filled two notebooks with his writing.
On this day, Jiang Jingshu made a special overseas call to tell him that it was time to return to China and finish filming the TV series.
When he got home to pack his luggage, he found Mads Wu there as well. He glanced at his watch with some surprise and asked, "Dad, are you done with your activities?"
"Not really. I'm going to Paris Fashion Week next week. Are you coming with me? I've already made appointments with designers from several fashion brands."
Mads Wu waved a bank card in his hand and grinned, "Dad's covering your expenses. My film salary just came in, and now I'm incredibly rich."
"Dad, you're incredibly rich. I'm so busy I could die," Jiang Youzhen said, putting his laptop bag aside and rubbing his hair in frustration, as if venting his resentment on his hair.
But the thought of having to work back home made him instantly lose his temper.
Is this what they call working year-round without a break? The modern-day workhorse?