Exploiting Hollywood 1980

"Cher," Ronald welcomed the heroine Cher with open arms at the Twin Theaters where the premiere of "Moonlight" was held. \u003c/p\u003e

"Um..." Ronald opened his arms halfway and stopped hugging him. Cher has become addicted to wearing see-through outfits. Ever since she wore them once on Laitman's show, the effect has been very good. She is wearing black gauze see-through outfits everywhere. \u003c/p\u003e

The night in Los Angeles was still a bit chilly today, but she wasn't afraid. She put on a mink fur coat with a see-through outfit underneath, and a short leather skirt and fishnet stockings, making her look like a rock star. \u003c/p\u003e

"Ronald, you are really my lucky star, hahaha..." Xue'er also opened her arms. She didn't care about it, she came up and hugged Ronald tightly. \u003c/p\u003e

Cher is in a good mood now. She sang a famous song with her ex-husband on David Letterman's late night show. The ratings of that show broke several ratings records in the history of Letterman's show. \u003c/p\u003e

When it was replayed the next day, the ratings were higher than the average live broadcast. The American audience suddenly saw the golden boy from twenty years ago singing an old song. They were excited and the response was very strong. \u003c/p\u003e

The major media began to publish the clips of the two singing together in the show, and the popularity of Cher and Sonny Bono suddenly seemed to be back to before. \u003c/p\u003e

Cher's new album "Cher" has soared on the charts and its sales have begun to rise rapidly. \u003c/p\u003e

"Rob, you remember, right?" Cher introduced his baker boyfriend to Ronald again. \u003c/p\u003e

"Thank you for coming." Ronald didn't have a good impression of this soft-hearted bagel baker, but one good thing about him was that he never concealed that he and Cher were together to find opportunities in Hollywood. \u003c/p\u003e

"Mr. Li, Cher and I are very happy to come to the premiere...We really want to see her performance on the big screen. We have discussed a lot of acting techniques and..." Rob Camiletti began to talk to Rob. I want to show that I am also a professionally trained actor. \u003c/p\u003e

"Sonny, are you here too?" Ronald turned around and saw Sonny Bono and said hello to him. \u003c/p\u003e

"Ronald, this is my and Cher's daughter, Chaz," Sonny Bono was carrying his daughter. \u003c/p\u003e

"Hello,

"Ronald", Cher's daughter Chaz's voice is a bit thick, and she is a bit fat. She doesn't have the appearance of her parents in the entertainment industry at all.\u003c/p\u003e

"Am I going to call you Mr. Mayor soon?" Ronald greeted them. \u003c/p\u003e

Sonny Bono's campaign career in Palm Springs has become very promising because of this appearance. Many voters will vote for him just to get his signature. \u003c/p\u003e

"Hahaha", everyone laughed happily, only Rob Camiletti, who was baking bread, looked embarrassed at being ignored. \u003c/p\u003e

"Let's take a picture." Ronald gave a gesture to Michael Gray's photographer who was responsible for taking pictures. He immediately came over and asked the two ex-husbands and ex-wife families to take a family photo around Ronald. . \u003c/p\u003e

"Rob also learned acting from a teacher at the Actors Studio." After a burst of flashes, Cher saw her unhappy boyfriend and introduced him to Ronald. \u003c/p\u003e

"Actually, he doesn't need to study, just learning from you is enough. I think your acting skills in 'Moonlight' may win a few film critics awards." Ronald liked Cher's acting skills very much. , I have not studied it systematically, but it is very fresh and natural. Previously recognized by Oscars and Cannes, some people can act without learning. \u003c/p\u003e

Besides, what I hate most is the Actors Studio system under Lee Strasberg. Every actor is taught to be a video replayer, unable to act without his own tragic memories. \u003c/p\u003e

"Hahahahaha...don't be kidding." Cher patted Ronald on the arm and let out a hearty laugh. Is this the movie? This kind of romantic comedy about a middle-aged woman, coupled with a group of actors from mothers and grandparents, I don’t know what kind of funny film it will be edited into. \u003c/p\u003e

"Little Rob, let's go in together." Xueer turned around and saw the jealous eyes of her little boyfriend Rob Camiletti, and took his hand and walked into the cinema. \u003c/p\u003e

[To be honest, I have been using Yeguo Reading to catch up on books recently. I can switch sources and read aloud with many sounds. It can be used on both Android and Apple. 】\u003c/p\u003e

"Hehe..." Ronald also laughed, but Xueer still had doubts about her own strength. After editing by the master, Cher's performance in "Moonlight" is still very good, although it is still a little behind those Broadway supporting roles. \u003c/p\u003e

However, his new marketing consultant’s plan was very powerful. He edited the best clips of Cher, Olympia Dukakis, who played her mother, Grandpa and others into a video tape and made it into an electronic marketing package. Early The film was sent to film critics associations in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Dallas, Texas. \u003c/p\u003e

Not many of these people are of high standards. With such a highlight reel, many people will be led to use these clips to write film reviews. Ronald likes it best. \u003c/p\u003e

The film critics association, nominations and awards in each major city will also be important indicators for Oscar nominations. Anyway, Academy members will go out of their way to see a movie that critics say is good. This line is a very important public relations channel for awards. \u003c/p\u003e

Goldberg, the president of 20th Century Fox, also kept his promise and secretly sent messages to film critics through an intermediary. This kind of subtle praise gradually increased together, and created an atmosphere in which you can not select "Moonlight Sultry" Cher in the vote, but not including her in the nomination would be outrageous. \u003c/p\u003e

Cher will also participate in a series of TV talk shows that Ronald arranged for her. She is the biggest star in the promotion of this movie. \u003c/p\u003e

In short, it is a sure thing that Cher will get two or three Best Actress nominations from the Film Critics Association. It's not impossible for her to get one by then. \u003c/p\u003e

"Ronald", next up is the actor Nicolas Cage. \u003c/p\u003e

"Nick...uh..." Ronald was shocked and speechless by Cage's costume. \u003c/p\u003e

He wore a dark red suit that didn't fit him. Underneath was a crisp white shirt, paired with a black tie, and his hair was messy, as if he was more than ten years older. \u003c/p\u003e

Ronald quickly told the photographer not to take pictures yet, pulled him beside him and ripped off Cage's tie, "Did you just come back from working as a bartender in a fucking club?"\u003c/p\u003e

This kind of outfit is indeed often worn by bartenders and waiters in bars, and it can also be mistaken for the valet parking boy. \u003c/p\u003e

Ronald took out the portable travel comb from his pocket and helped Cage comb his hair back. It just looks like the hairline has receded a bit, but now I can't find a hairstylist. \u003c/p\u003e

With her slicked-back hairstyle and unbuttoned collared shirt, she finally didn't look like a waiter. Ronald put the comb away, which is what successful people in the entertainment industry who respect the audience must equip, "Where is your manager Limato? Why doesn't he arrange it for you?"\u003c/p\u003e

"I don't want to work with him anymore. He always chooses stereotyped commercial films for me, and there is no room for me to develop my favorite German Expressionist acting skills..."\u003c/p\u003e

Ronald looked at Francis Coppola's nephew, who had supported him back then, and had no choice. I have helped guide the most promising actors in the next generation of the Coppola family several times. Unfortunately, I am also addicted to acting. Why not be a star? \u003c/p\u003e

"After your premiere, go and apologize to Mr. Limato right away. Do you understand? This is the most basic respect for your audience and respect for your own star status." Ronald said like an old brother. Little brother Cage lectures. \u003c/p\u003e

"There is still a premiere in New York. I want to see a brand new Nick with a celebrity look." Ronald looked at Cage who was a little unhappy and said, "In this industry, you have to make others listen to you. When speaking, you must first respect yourself and the audience! Be a star first, and then you can act however you want."\u003c/p\u003e

"Huh?" Cage heard this and discovered that it was Ronald who encouraged him to use his unique acting method. \u003c/p\u003e

"No problem, I'll go apologize to Limato later." Cage felt that this route of becoming famous first and then becoming a big name was suitable for him, and he immediately became very cooperative. \u003c/p\u003e

"You need to find a female companion in New York, preferably a celebrity. You are a celebrity, how can you let media reporters write gossip about you?"\u003c/p\u003e

"Don't you have a female companion?" Cage is a loner and doesn't like to bring a regular female companion to such occasions. \u003c/p\u003e

"You kid..." Ronald didn't expect it to fall on his head. "Look, isn't that?" Ronald waved to Diane who was talking to the supporting characters in the distance. \u003c/p\u003e

"Ronnie", Diane came back with a sweet smile and walked over to say hello to Cage, who she had worked with before, "Hi, Nick, did you enjoy your performance this time?"\u003c/p\u003e

"Ronald, you stole the most beautiful girl on the set back then." Cage smiled with his teeth. \u003c/p\u003e

"No problem, I'll find the most beautiful girl in New York." When Diane went back to greet the new guests, Cage figured it out and whispered to Luo Yu. \u003c/p\u003e

"Come on," Ronald put his arm around Nicolas Cage and posed in front of reporters, asking them to take enough photos. \u003c/p\u003e

Later came some of Ronald's old acquaintances. \u003c/p\u003e

For example, at the premiere last time, I met the Jewish comedy master Carl Reiner. He was very well dressed, a navy jacket with brass buttons, ironed to a tight fit. The pants fit me perfectly and the leather shoes were shiny. This is the style of a qualified Hollywood star. \u003c/p\u003e

"Little Ronald, I've heard a lot of friends talk about you recently. You won't disappoint me this time. I gave up watching TV with my wife at night to come here to watch your premiere." Carl Reiner smiled. \u003c/p\u003e

"You believe Cher and Cage, they are both very good actors. I like their performances very much. This movie is about family. I hope you like it."\u003c/p\u003e

Carl Reiner showed an expression like, I knew you were a good boy. \u003c/p\u003e

Ronald and Diane also took photos with the handsome old man and sent him to the cinema. \u003c/p\u003e

Next up is Cassandra Peterson, who plays "Ecstasy". She recently learned from Roger Corman that Ronald will advance funds and start filming her movie before the end of the year. She can't be grateful enough. Expression. \u003c/p\u003e

All Cassandra could do was come over and cheer up Ronald. With wavy red-gold hair and an amazing figure, she deliberately violated her usual dressing habits and showed off her natural sexy style that was rarely shown in daily life, and showed off her natural sexiness to the reporters who came. \u003c/p\u003e

There's no way a picture of Cassandra Peterson at the premiere of Ronald Lee's new movie will get away tomorrow anyway. It can not only give Ronald the space to promote the movie, but also give himself some space. \u003c/p\u003e

The next person to appear in the group photo was Jim Cameron. \u003c/p\u003e

He has a big beard, and although his clothes are not as dazzling as those of celebrities, his spirit is indeed different. Standing with Ronald, he is like two sharp swords unsheathed, which makes reporters jealous. Katsa kept taking pictures. \u003c/p\u003e

"Fox signed a contract with me. I know it was you who helped, Ronald." Cameron came up and thanked Ronald for putting the last piece of weight into his success in the "Abyss" project. \u003c/p\u003e

"That is your own history that proves that you can exceed your own promises. I didn't help." Ronald quickly replied. He was not helping Cameron, but just because he felt that he could realize his childhood dream. Dreams are a good thing. \u003c/p\u003e

"Gail went to Fox to talk to Goldberg. She wanted to be a producer. Goldberg told her about you." Cameron shook his head. "If it weren't for your words, maybe this The project cannot successfully get the green light."\u003c/p\u003e

"It's a good thing anyway," Ronald interrupted Cameron to continue expressing his thanks, "By the way, where's Gail?"\u003c/p\u003e

"She will come in later, after I go in, so she doesn't have to appear in the photo together." Cameron's exposed aura suddenly dropped, as if he was a little painful. \u003c/p\u003e

"Huh?" Ronald raised his eyebrows. \u003c/p\u003e

"She and I separated to give each other some space and time to think about our long-term relationship." Cameron had no one to share this kind of thing with, so he told Ronald, their old friend. \u003c/p\u003e

It turned out that Gale was dissatisfied with Cameron for not making a commercial film with high profit potential, and insisted on making such a special effects blockbuster that exceeded the current technical level of Hollywood. The two of them started out in Coleman's company and didn't make much money along the way. They haven't lived in a particularly high-end apartment yet. \u003c/p\u003e

He ignored the opportunity to improve his life and insisted on pursuing his dream. Gale really couldn't stand Cameron's practice of striving for his dream. \u003c/p\u003e

Of course, at the same time, she didn't give up her role as producer. The two were together as directors and producers back then, but now they are separated. As an important stop on the producer's career path, Gale Heard wants to give up. \u003c/p\u003e

Therefore, after Cameron received the invitation from Fox, she went to Fox executives to discuss the possibility of postponing the filming of the movie and finding another movie to shoot first. \u003c/p\u003e

And after learning that Cameron wanted to take on the role of producer part-time, he became furious and went back to insist on showing the agreement they signed when they were filming "Terminator" so that Cameron would abide by the agreement and the two would co-produce. For all film projects, you have to be your own producer and obtain the production rights. \u003c/p\u003e

For this movie, the two broke up on bad terms. The next day Cameron received a separation notice from Gale's lawyer. \u003c/p\u003e

"Why do you want to be your own producer?" Ronald touched his chin. He felt that this was the crux of the conflict between the two. \u003c/p\u003e

"You know when I make a movie, I want to control all the details." Cameron said frankly. "And Gale has to control everything. She didn't write a word in the script, but she had to sign her name as the screenwriter. I am also doing most of the work of the producer on the set..."\u003c/p\u003e

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"He wanted to get rid of me. The position of producer was something we agreed upon back then. He had nothing at that time, but I negotiated the 'Terminator' project for him. Now he wants to get the production rights back. Do you want me to be a housewife in the future?\u003c/p\u003e

I have to prove to everyone, Ronald, that women can be great as producers. I will never allow the fruits I planted to be taken away by him. ”\u003c/p\u003e

But later Gale Hurd came over to take a photo with Ronald, which told another story. \u003c/p\u003e

Gail Cameron wants to kick himself out and have sole production rights to the film. The previous two movies did not make a lot of money, and the salary was not used to improve life. Gale will never allow Cameron to break the contract now that he is about to receive a big contract, and use the first two movies that he made a lot of money to break into. The reputation he has gained will lead to the dominance of future films. \u003c/p\u003e

I saw the two of them looking at each other full of hatred in the cinema. Ronald felt that the two of them had really gotten into trouble. \u003c/p\u003e

"Hey, they had a fight, right? They'll probably make up soon." Sitting next to her, Diane also saw Cameron and Gale sitting separately. \u003c/p\u003e

"Why?" Ronald discovered that Diane's understanding of things was completely different from his own. \u003c/p\u003e

"My father and mother are like this. After they got divorced, they still kept arguing with each other on the phone, recounting things that happened more than ten years ago. But in the end, as long as my father said "honey", she stopped arguing. .\u003c/p\u003e

Perhaps, my mother was waiting for this dear word. ”\u003c/p\u003e

"I hope you are right." Ronald did not want the two old friends to get separated or even divorced. \u003c/p\u003e

"Oh oh... swoosh..."\u003c/p\u003e

The screening of the premiere of "Moonlight" ended and the lights came on. When the veteran star Carl Reiner saw the end of the film, the camera slowly exited and everyone held up champagne with sugar cubes and sat together. Drinking and smiling happily in the kitchen. \u003c/p\u003e

Then the camera lens shot at the furniture and furnishings of the old house, and finally stopped at the grandfather and grandmother on the wall, stopping at a close-up of the first-generation ancestors of this Italian immigrant family. \u003c/p\u003e

This is the historical snapshot of countless American families. As a country of immigrants, America is full of large families where a pair of immigrant couples spread their roots and pass on the original national traditions in the land of New Babylon, which is full of milk and honey. \u003c/p\u003e

Everyone was moved by the acting skills of Cher and a group of gold medal supporting actors, and also by the final scene in which Ronnie, played by Nicolas Cage, proposes to Loretta, played by Cher. \u003c/p\u003e

The audience stood and applauded for three full minutes. \u003c/p\u003e

"You know what? I've never felt like this before, as if this Loretta character is completely different and completely separate from me. When I look at her, it's like I'm watching another person's life story."\u003c /p\u003e

Cher came over to thank Ronald. She had indeed edited herself beautifully, and it didn't look too out of place when she acted alongside those veteran Broadway actors. \u003c/p\u003e

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"Reviews of this film tend to make it sound like a crazy ethnic comedy, and it is. But there's something more here, some kind of bittersweet longing, an ineffable romance at play, and A certain magical quality...this is the silhouette of hundreds of millions of families in America."\u003c/p\u003e

Roger Ebert's film review the next day was full of praise, as if he was reviewing a true dramatic work like that directed by Billy Wilder in the golden age of Hollywood. \u003c/p\u003e

"Screenwriter John Patriley's witty script puts eight New Yorkers under a lunar spell over one romantic evening. Cher shines brightest of them all."\u003c /p\u003e

The film critic of Time Magazine is a family member of Ronald's family, and he also praised "Moonlight" without hesitation. \u003c/p\u003e

"Very good, very good." Ronald was in the office the next day, browsing through the photocopies of all the film review articles from across the country that had just been delivered. \u003c/p\u003e

"Michael, you did a very good job. Our public relations activities were very effective. This is the first time that I have been so unanimously appreciated by film critics. This is the first time that Albert gave me four stars."\u003c/p \u003e

Ronald admired the methods of marketing consultant Michael Gray. If you do it yourself, you will definitely spend a lot of money and the effect will not be as good. \u003c/p\u003e

"Why don't we sign a long-term cooperation agreement? From now on, your consulting company will be responsible for formulating marketing plans for my movies and the movies produced by my company."\u003c/p\u003e

Ronald knew that Gray insisted on his dream of starting his own business, so he did not offer to let him work for him in a daydream, but tied him with a generous long-term agreement. \u003c/p\u003e

"This is also my wish." Michael Gray has such a customer who completely listens to his opinions, and he is also happy to have a customer who pays readily. Moreover, the movies produced and directed by Ronald are of high quality. Marketing such movies can make money and fame, making him an ideal client. \u003c/p\u003e