#358: Netflix’s “3 Body Problem” New Show Leads To MURDER Of YOUNG BILLIONAIRE
May 15, 2024
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CEO Lin Qi from Yoozoo derails Amazon's $1B deal for '3 Body Problem' adaptation with a surprising co-production suggestion. Two years later, Lin is murdered by someone within his company, leading to shocking revelations. The podcast explores the intense competition for adaptation rights, the mysterious murder, extraterrestrial warnings, and the ruthless nature of survival in a vast universe.
The ambitious plan to co-produce the '3 Body Problem' Universe led to financial investment and workplace toxicity.
Challenges in scriptwriting, post-production, and technical aspects hampered the realization of the movie's vision.
The unique vision of creating a groundbreaking series clashed with issues like disjointed scripts and insufficient green screen size.
Strategic power plays and toxic workplace dynamics culminated in tragic fates for key characters within the company.
Despite setbacks, renewed efforts to develop the '3 Body Problem Universe' promise a hopeful future with promising projects.
Deep dives
The Ambitious Vision of Lin Chi
Lin Chi, the billionaire CEO of Yuzu Gaming, dreams of creating a new IP that will rival iconic series like Harry Potter and Star Wars. He envisions globalizing the Chinese entertainment industry and wants to build a universe around the three body problem series, incorporating Chinese culture and talent.
Challenges in Film Production
After seven years of acquiring the IP, Lin licenses it from the couple who bought the rights, aiming to co-produce a six-film series. The production faced challenges with an overly intricate script written by 50 screenwriters, resulting in disjointed scenes and a lack of overarching tone. Technical issues like inadequate green screen size further plagued the movie's post-production process.
Critical Reception and Technical Issues
The first viewing of the three body problem movie left viewers and critics baffled, with some calling it overly artistic and too forward-thinking for mainstream audiences, while others likened it to a PowerPoint presentation. Missteps in filming and post-production, including green screen size discrepancies, undermined the film's visual quality and overall coherence.
Vision Versus Execution
Despite the ambitious vision of creating a groundbreaking series, the actual execution of the three body problem movie fell short due to numerous issues in scriptwriting, post-production, and technical aspects. The disjointed script, inadequate green screen size, and difficulties in special effects collaboration highlight the discrepancy between Lin's aspirations and the movie's actual realization.
Troubles with Special Effects and Editing
The couple's movie production faces challenges with special effects, showing mismatched footage to special effects companies and encountering bankruptcy during post-production. Editors are frustrated with the poor script and creative deviations, turning the movie into a fanfiction disaster.
The Billionaire's Negotiation for IP Rights
To salvage the Three Body Problem IP, the billionaire Lin plans to buy out the couple's involvement for $27 million. Facing financial stress and looming failure, Lin seeks the expertise of a master negotiator, offering a lucrative deal of $3 million yearly and an executive role in exchange for securing the IP.
Challenges and Successes in Developing Three Body Problem Universe
After significant financial investment and setbacks, including a failed film and toxic workplace dynamics, Yuzu renews efforts to develop the Three Body Problem Universe. With new leadership, a streamlined vision, and a revised strategy, promising projects such as Chinese drama series, animation, and an English sci-fi adaptation through Netflix signal a hopeful future.
Behind the Scenes of Yuzu's Leadership Style
Shoe, a corporate executive at Yuzu, is described as a calm and corporate figure, wielding power and maintaining a composed demeanor. While being regarded as professional and successful with high education and income, Shoe is also seen as unpredictable, contrasting Lynn, an internally driven person. Shoe's behavior and interactions reflect his quietly powerful and occasionally surprising personality, with instances like expressing interest in dark-themed novels but also displaying episodes of extreme outbursts.
The Intricate Betrayal and Resurfacing of the Three-Body Problem Franchise
The narrative delves into the strategic power play orchestrated by Lynn, the president. Lynn, driven by a quest for control and success, strategically introduces Zao as a vice president, positioning him to replace Shoe. The dramatic corporate dynamics unfold as Zao overtakes Shoe's authority and Lynn's escalating tensions result in a toxic work environment. The podcast further unveils a shocking turn of events leading to Lynn's tragic fate and Shoe's calculated but ill-fated attempts to poison his adversaries negligently impacting innocent lives within the company staff.
The "3 Body Problem" was going to be Jeff Bezoz’s billion-dollar investment. The plan? Invest $1B into a new sci-fi series and watch the subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video flow in.
All they have to do is buy the English adaptation rights off from the Chinese gaming giant – Yoozoo Gaming. They own the film and TV rights to the “3 Body Problem Universe.”
The deal was close to being done – till CEO Lin Qi of Yoozoo walks into a conference room in LA. Dressed like a gangster. Puts his feet up on the table and suggests a co-production. He blew up the deal that Amazon had been working on for 8 months.
Amazon was upset but as they were walking out of the meeting room… they noticed something. Nobody around CEO Lin looked happy either.
They wouldn’t be surprised when they heard the news 2 years later. The billionaire CEO Lin was murdered by someone inside his company.
