Exploiting Hollywood 1980

The Rockefeller Building on Sixth Avenue is one of the oldest skyscrapers in New York. From the first floor to the eighth floor, there are no walls to separate them into multiple offices. Instead, the entire building is rented to NBC New York station, used as a studio. \u003c/p\u003e

The studio on the sixth floor is the largest and is where David Letterman's Late Show is recorded live. \u003c/p\u003e

"Thank you, David." Ronald finished visiting the layout of the scene in the studio, and then shook hands with David Letterman, who specially accompanied him, and said goodbye. \u003c/p\u003e

"You're welcome, this is also a good opportunity for me to increase my ratings."\u003c/p\u003e

Letterman was very generous and promised to free up the second weekend of next month for the joint appearance of Cher and her ex-husband Sonny, which Ronald recommended. He would give Cher a chance to sing a new song, and then give Sonny Bono and Cher a duet of their hit "I Got You Babe." \u003c/p\u003e

This old song was once the most played song at American weddings. After more than ten years of separation, the two original singers came back to sing a famous song, which is expected to arouse the audience's enthusiasm. It will also create a topic in the media the next day. This kind of enthusiasm is very good for all parties involved in this matter. \u003c/p\u003e

There is nothing in the entertainment industry that cannot be used for hype. As long as the audience likes to watch it, they can act. This show has become a place where the interests of many parties are involved. \u003c/p\u003e

Cher has not been in the top ten of the rankings for eight years. In order to save her endangered singing career, she not only agreed to cooperate with her ex-husband, but also signed a contract with David Geffen's new record company, Geffen Records, who had an unpleasant breakup experience. \u003c/p\u003e

This show gave Cher a rare TV appearance for her new album. Geffen Records' marketing capabilities were poor. Her album was poorly played on radio stations and DJs from various radio stations collectively refused to play it. \u003c/p\u003e

Therefore, Cher urgently needs such an opportunity to promote new songs on the charts. Proclaim to everyone that she is still the same big singer. \u003c/p\u003e

Ronald was responsible for arranging for Sonny Bono to take time off from filming "Hairspray" to appear on The Late Show, and for coordinating subsequent media interviews for both men. Letterman gave both actors a chance to answer questions about the status of their new films. \u003c/p\u003e

In this way, both of them will brag to millions of viewers across the country on the Late Show for a movie project that Ronald is leading. \u003c/p\u003e

And David Letterman,

In addition to the increase in ratings, it is also very important to be able to have interviews on such national topics on your own program. \u003c/p\u003e

At this year's White House Correspondents' Association dinner, the president did not ask him. Instead, he asked Jay Leno, who is also Johnny Carson's apprentice, to host the annual humor party. \u003c/p\u003e

Johnny Carson gradually began to increase his regular time off last year, and Jay Leno became the regular backup host of his America's No. 1 talk show. Letterman needs this kind of guest and topic to prove that he is the best successor to Johnny Carson. \u003c/p\u003e

"How could Jay Leno, with his big chin, become Johnny Carson's regular substitute? I think his speech is a little slurred." Ronald asked softly to Laitman, who had escorted him to the downstairs of the Rockefeller Building. . This kind of thing is not convenient to ask in the NBC studio. \u003c/p\u003e

"You know Johnny Carson, he would rather have a bad guy to highlight his status." Laitman also whispered in Ronald's ear quietly. He just wrote a lot of Carson's jokes, but they were not recognized by Carson. Fortunately, NBC decided to open a late-night talk show for adult audiences, and he got the opportunity to host the late-night show. \u003c/p\u003e

Ronald patted Letterman on the shoulder and got into the car to pick him up. \u003c/p\u003e

Television is an unfamiliar field for Ronald. It seems that in this industry, the monopoly of male presenters is even greater than that of male stars in Hollywood. \u003c/p\u003e

Johnny Carson relies on the fact that the audience is familiar with his face and likes his style of humor, so he suppresses potential competitors very hard. \u003c/p\u003e

As long as a man is on Johnny Carson's show, he can only have one talent. Either you can write jokes or you can host a show. If you can do both, then I'm sorry, but you will be the person he targets most in the show team. \u003c/p\u003e

Even Johnny Carson's only long-term replacement host, Joan Rivers, a woman he originally regarded as no threat, was removed from the show after her ratings and audience praise were high. The group was driven away. \u003c/p\u003e

Of course, Joan Rivers was a Johnny Carson in a dress as she joked a lot. After she was kicked off, she went to Fox, where the new show aired at the same time as Carson's show. He is more talented than all the male hosts of his generation. \u003c/p\u003e

The car turned a corner and went to the old St. Regis Hotel. \u003c/p\u003e

Christie Turlington was resting in the hotel lobby. She got a set of very nice clothes, but as YSL's top model, her dream of improving her status was still shattered. \u003c/p\u003e

Yves Saint Laurent's complaints were ignored. On the one hand, fashion magazines need the support of luxury customized women's clothing. On the other hand, their evaluations also have a great influence on the sales of women's clothing in the new season. \u003c/p\u003e

The number of reservations for YSL's women's wear dropped miserably, and Yves Saint Laurent's conference in London also received a cold reception. He began to live in Europe, wondering if he was really out of date, and considering recruiting new designers to work for his brand. . \u003c/p\u003e

In this way, Turlington's expected YSL top model position is no longer guaranteed. Besides, it is also a question whether this brand's top brand still has the status it once had. \u003c/p\u003e

Turlington had lunch with Ronald and the limousine took her back to her apartment. \u003c/p\u003e

Ronald had to wait here for little Douglas to come over. He said that little George had something to discuss with him. \u003c/p\u003e

"The stock market crash had a relatively large impact on our campaign strategy. Many people blamed the stock market crash on the laissez-faire policy of the General Secretary. On the day of the stock market crash, he went to Camp David for vacation. Only on the third day, he published gave a televised speech, calling on the public to calm down.\u003c/p\u003e

Therefore, my father's campaign team had quite a disagreement over whether to promote the overall economic policy of inheriting the leadership during the election campaign. \u003c/p\u003e

I proposed coming to New York to ask for your opinion. My mother also wants to hear your opinion. She values ​​you very much. ”\u003c/p\u003e

George Jr. secretly came from Washington, D.C., and he found Douglas Jr., and the two quietly entered the St. Regis Hotel, went to the executive suite on the top floor, and chatted with Ronald about George Sr.'s campaign strategy. \u003c/p\u003e

"George, I'm just a film director. Shouldn't I ask my campaign consultant about this kind of thing?"\u003c/p\u003e

Daydream’s campaign ad for George Sr. was incredibly effective. Everyone has an inexplicable fondness for this veteran politician who comes from a loyal and courageous family and leads America forward. \u003c/p\u003e

The party's biggest primary rival, outsider Robertson, lost his credibility as a pastor after it was revealed that he was a sycophant on the battlefield and had lied about his military service. \u003c/p\u003e

Some candidates in the circle, such as Donald Rumsfeld of Illinois, agreed to withdraw after next year's primary voting begins after the vice president brokered interests through the Elephant Party National Committee. \u003c/p\u003e

The only remaining challenging candidates are New York Congressman Kemp and newcomer Kansas Senator Bob Dole. \u003c/p\u003e

They all began to distance themselves from their leaders, advocating for greater regulation of Wall Street in terms of policy, and even hinted at raising taxes on them. \u003c/p\u003e

"Roger Ailes still supports the economic policies of the President in principle, but weakens this connection and focuses on some gossip that the public cares about. He also suggested that several of our children should be included in the next edition. Appearing in campaign ads."\u003c/p\u003e

"I support it. You are very photogenic, George, and you are very sincere in your treatment of others. The audience will believe what you say."\u003c/p\u003e

"But another campaign consultant, Lee Atwater, said that we should stand with the President's economic policies. He said that the people like the President. If we stand with him, voters will vote for us. ."\u003c/p\u003e

"Principle of the orchestra, don't talk about big principles, why not talk about some gossip?" Ronald shook his head. This kind of consultant is obviously not as sophisticated as Roger Ailes. \u003c/p\u003e

"But my mother, Barbara, now prefers Lee Atwater's strategy, mainly..."\u003c/p\u003e

Little George gave some insider information about campaign work. \u003c/p\u003e

Barbara was a very strong mother who urged all her children to contribute to their father's campaign. Several of his children came back to serve as volunteers in the campaign team. \u003c/p\u003e

However, only the youngest son, Jeb, did not return due to official duties in Florida. Barbara was still open-minded about her younger son's future. This partial approach made the other children very unhappy. \u003c/p\u003e

The youngest son, Jeb, holds a public office in Florida and is the furthest among all the children in politics. His opinions are also valued by Barbara more than other children. \u003c/p\u003e

Jeb supported Lee Atwater's strategy. The commander-in-chief was very popular in the southern states. The commander-in-chief, who had been reelected for one term, was most concerned about whether his successor could continue his policies. Therefore, whether Old George will inherit all his strategies will be an important consideration for whether the commander-in-chief endorses his deputy to run for election. \u003c/p\u003e

Barbara felt that the logic of Lee Atwater, the campaign consultant whom Jeb supported, was perfect. Lee Atwater was also the strategist during the last presidential election debate. In the second debate, he turned his age disadvantage into an experience advantage in one sentence and defeated Mondale instantly. \u003c/p\u003e

Barbara felt that the opinions of such a young talent were more reliable than those of the ugly Roger Ailes. \u003c/p\u003e

"Isn't that idea of ​​reversal in the debate the first one I proposed?" Ronald thought to himself. He was also dissatisfied with Lee Atwater for taking credit for his ideas. But there are no witnesses to this kind of thing, so I can’t tell clearly. \u003c/p\u003e

Anyway, Ronald understands the factions in the campaign team relatively well. George Jr. allied himself with Roger Ailes, and Jeb, who was not physically present but had a stronger influence than his other siblings with his mother, supported Lee Atwater. \u003c/p\u003e

"I need more influential people in my mother's place now to stand on our... no, on the right side. The White House is hosting a dinner this weekend. My mother wants you to come over. She wants to talk to you in person. Chat."\u003c/p\u003e

"It's not that I won't help you, it's just that I'm not an expert at all in the campaign. I can't think of any role. But in the next campaign advertisement, I can make you look more outstanding."\u003c/p\u003e

Ronald didn't want to get involved in this kind of family conflict. \u003c/p\u003e

"This is not an obligation, Ronald. You have helped me a lot. I just want my mother to hear the opinions of an outsider, without any additional content." Little George was obviously lagging behind in the battle for favor and wanted to win over Influential foreign aid in mother's place. \u003c/p\u003e

"Ronald and George are also trying to find the right direction. Anyway, now that the stock market crashes, everything we do in the film and television industry has come to a halt."\u003c/p\u003e

Douglas Jr. also began to persuade Ronald. After all, he is a promising candidate for commander-in-chief and the current deputy commander-in-chief. It's a bit unreasonable to reject Barbara's request outright. \u003c/p\u003e

"Well, I can't promise anything..."\u003c/p\u003e

"It doesn't matter, my mother also wants to meet you."\u003c/p\u003e

Seeing Ronald's loose tone, little George quickly contacted the driver. \u003c/p\u003e

"Ronald, it's great to see you here."\u003c/p\u003e

In the banquet hall of the White House, Ronald saw the silver-haired Barbara again. She was wearing a simple long dress. She hugged Ronald warmly and kissed him in a corner of the banquet hall. \u003c/p\u003e

"I'm very happy too, Barbara. You are still so approachable." Ronald also liked this simple second lady. This skirt has no fashion elements at all, like an old lady who just stepped out of a nineteenth-century wooden house. \u003c/p\u003e

"We have to come over a little bit so that... we don't see her." Barbara pouted at the first lady Nancy, who was wearing a red dress and looked very Hollywood-like, in the middle of the banquet hall. Barbara now hides when she sees her to prevent herself from being caught by Nancy's gaze. \u003c/p\u003e

"The campaign ads your company shot for us are very exciting. Old George and I both like it very much. Especially the one where I stand next to him and watch him accept the deputy commander's announcement. We both liked it very much."\u003c/ p\u003e

Ronald smiled. Most people knew that the commander-in-chief had to swear an oath by pressing a Bible with his hand during the inauguration ceremony. What few people know is that the deputy commander also has to take an oath, but this is usually arranged indoors and cannot steal the limelight of the commander-in-chief. \u003c/p\u003e

"Hopefully, I can see you and your wife having an outdoor ceremony in the near future."\u003c/p\u003e

"Ronald, you are really... good at compliments and blessings." Barbara couldn't stand such high-level flattery, and laughed out loud. \u003c/p\u003e

"Oh, who did I say, it turned out to be Ronald, come to me quickly."\u003c/p\u003e

Perhaps Barbara's laughter was too loud, and celebrity Nancy's attention was attracted. When she saw that it was her husband Ronald, whose horoscope was very prosperous, she happily waved to him and let him pass. \u003c/p\u003e

For so many years in Washington, D.C., Nancy was surrounded by boring women like Barbara who couldn't even put on clothes. Some people said that they were blue-blooded aristocrats on the Mayflower, which was simply ridiculous. \u003c/p\u003e

"Go ahead." Barbara patted Ronald hard on the shoulder to indicate that she was fine. Nancy always regarded herself as a Hollywood star and did not have the self-consciousness of a politician's wife. Even if she is still a Hollywood star, she is already old at this age and can only play the role of grandma. \u003c/p\u003e

"Hello, Mrs. Nancy." Ronald did not dare to be careless and stood up straight, assuming the posture of a veteran Hollywood star. \u003c/p\u003e

"My husband watched your Top Gun and he was very satisfied. You fulfilled your promise to him." Nancy looked at Ronald, as if her husband, Ronald Sr., was playing the baseball player "Kip". Just so tall and handsome. \u003c/p\u003e

"But personally, I still like Dirty Dancing. When are you going to let Patrick, the leading actor, come to the White House?"\u003c/p\u003e

"Ah... Hahaha, let me see how I can arrange it." Ronald did not expect that Nancy was still keen on having a dance party in the White House. Last time, the former King of Dance, John Travolta, was invited to dance with Princess Diana. This time, he was thinking about the new King of Dance. \u003c/p\u003e

"Mr. President has never forgotten you. When he debated with Mondale last time, your golden words kept repeating in his mind. He said he hadn't seen such a good script in a long time."\u003c/p\u003e

Nancy's eyes were a little desolate, her husband's memory was getting worse and worse, and only the most profound memories could keep him mentioning them. For example, this time, in the nationally broadcast TV debate, there was a golden sentence that sealed the throat with a sword. \u003c/p\u003e

"Why did Nancy say that Ronald came up with that golden line in the debate?" Barbara was standing next to her, and when she heard this sentence, she felt suspicious. \u003c/p\u003e

"I have to check, who came up with those words that turned the world around?" Barbara put down the wine glass and left the banquet hall. Nancy didn't want to see herself there anyway. \u003c/p\u003e

Barbara is not like Nancy, a first lady who can only provide her husband with astrological references. She has a lot of real power in the campaign committee. It also has a strong influence on the husband's key decisions. \u003c/p\u003e

Nancy still looked like a celebrity. After chatting with Ronald for a few words, her attention was attracted by the new guest. \u003c/p\u003e

That was the legendary newspaper mogul, Katherine Graham, the owner of the Washington Post. She was a housewife until she was 43 years old. After her husband passed away, she supported the Washington Post alone and saved the declining Post. \u003c/p\u003e

Moreover, she also advocated reporting on the Watergate incident and was the first female CEO of a Fortune 500 company. Her nickname in the industry was Catherine the Great. \u003c/p\u003e

What Nancy is most concerned about now is whether her husband's actions during the stock market crash will be caught by the media. She took the initiative to chat with Katherine Graham. I hope she can put in a kind word for her husband. \u003c/p\u003e

Ronald felt bored alone, and when he looked back for Barbara, he couldn't find her. \u003c/p\u003e

I had to go to the table where the food was placed alone to find something to eat. \u003c/p\u003e

"Where's Pepsi? Why is there no Pepsi here?"\u003c/p\u003e

Ronald saw a little old man over fifty years old, wearing a pair of large tortoiseshell glasses, talking to himself and looking for a waiter. \u003c/p\u003e

"Can't we do Coca-Cola?" Seeing that he was ignored like himself, Ronald took the initiative to say hello. \u003c/p\u003e

"I like Pepsi. The taste of New Coca-Cola makes me sick." The little old man thanked Ronald and he continued to look for Pepsi. \u003c/p\u003e

"How about you try this cherry flavor? I've had it before. It's... quite special." Ronald looked at the new Coca-Cola cans on the table and knew that some people like the old flavor. The White House, for some reason, was unprepared. \u003c/p\u003e

"Cherry flavor?" The little old man picked it up, opened it, and took a sip. "Well, it's very good. I'll drink it from now on."\u003c/p\u003e

"Actually, the taste of New Coca-Cola is just different, and it's not bad." Ronald took a can of New Coca-Cola, opened it, touched it with him, and took a sip. \u003c/p\u003e

"Actually, it's not that bad. Coca-Cola's stock price hasn't been that bad since New Coke, excluding the stock market crash. It shows that consumers still like new flavors." Ronald still felt that he couldn't accept the cherry flavor. \u003c/p\u003e

"Do you also trade in stocks?" the little old man asked with a smile. \u003c/p\u003e

"I actually don't know how. I don't look at the stock price very much. I just make money. I buy some stocks of big companies. I'm lucky and I've made a lot of money in the past few years. What about you?" Ronald asked back. Stocks are really popular now. What everyone is talking about. \u003c/p\u003e

"I'm similar to you. I don't look at the stock price. Although I am a professional stock investor, you may not believe it. During the stock market crash, I didn't even look at the stock price. I was always looking at the financial statements."\u003c/p\u003e

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"Oh, then you must make money. Those who lose money are very nervous and watch live TV every day."\u003c/p\u003e

"Yes, don't be impatient when buying stocks. Buy today and think about making money tomorrow. Look at the long-term returns. When I bought Catherine's Post stock, I let it sit for ten years. The current returns make me very satisfied. I plan to Keep him."\u003c/p\u003e

"I am Ronald, Ronald Lee, a film director." Seeing such a professional investor who was still calm and composed during the stock market crash, Ronald found it very interesting and wanted to get to know him. \u003c/p\u003e

"Are you a film director? That's great. My youngest son is engaged in music. He wants to make soundtracks for movies. What are the prospects of this career?"\u003c/p\u003e

"Movie soundtrack? It doesn't make a lot of money, but it is a profession that requires professional knowledge. Oscars also have awards in this area."\u003c/p\u003e

"This kid doesn't like investing, but I know he is the smartest of my three children..."\u003c/p\u003e

"Then do you think the stock market crash is related to the economic policies of the General Secretary?" Ronald lowered his voice and caught the expert in time to ask. \u003c/p\u003e

"It doesn't matter, that's just because the stock price has risen too high this year, which has exceeded the company's profit level. But the stock market crash has not subsided for such a long time. It is still those speculators who are at work, deliberately prolonging and expanding the crisis level. You see Well, those who take advantage of the crisis to try to take short-term risks will probably not only fail to earn excess returns, but also lose more..."\u003c/p\u003e

"So now, has the stock price returned to normal? Can I buy some?" Ronald didn't care about that. He wanted to know, can he buy the bottom now? \u003c/p\u003e

"Patience, Ronald, be patient. With these short-term fluctuations, Mr. Market will not give you a chance." The little old man admired Ronald quite a bit and said a few more words. \u003c/p\u003e

"I don't do short-term trading anyway. I just have some money recently and want to buy some stocks to preserve my value. For example, Coca-Cola?"\u003c/p\u003e

"As an amateur investor, that is actually a very good choice. If you have money, just buy some and put it there, no problem."\u003c/p\u003e

"Thank you, uh..." Ronald realized that the other party hadn't said his name yet. \u003c/p\u003e

"Warren Buffy, you can call me Warren."\u003c/p\u003e

"Ah, are you the boss of the company whose stock costs $3,000 per share?" Ronald remembered what the accountant said to him. \u003c/p\u003e

"There are no more three thousand, but that's not important. What's important is the company's operating conditions... Well, this cherry flavor is quite delicious. Give me another can."\u003c/p\u003e

"Here you go." Ronald handed him a can of cherry flavor out of nowhere, and he opened a can and took a sip. \u003c/p\u003e

"Hey, when he said it, it seemed to taste okay."\u003c/p\u003e

It seems that no matter what happens, people will always drink Coca-Cola. \u003c/p\u003e