Exploiting Hollywood 1980

Exploiting Hollywood 1980 Main Text Volume Chapter 76 Diane's new film deduces from Eddie Murphy that it is the Jews who are fanning the flames and causing embarrassment to themselves. Ronald found Niceta and Richard held an emergency meeting together.

"I remember when Mr. Ovitz signed me, he once told me that if I have anything to do, I can go to him directly? I need his help now. This is really embarrassing. I have made a lot of money for the Jews. Hot The plot of the body dance has also been modified. I am tired of this approach of secretly teaching me a lesson.

You go to Ovitz in person and bring my message to you. I have used many CAA actors in my film projects and helped many of his clients. Now it is his turn to repay me. "

"This is just a way for Jews to do things. They don't actually conflict with your ideas and strengths head-on, at least not yet. That's why they use this roundabout way to convey information. In fact, they don't care about the people behind it. This kind of thing is very It’s hard to say what the cause is.” Richard is also Jewish and understands some of the ways of thinking of those of the same ethnic group.

"I don't have time to think too deeply about who I offended or who looked uncomfortable with me. I like to make movies and I don't want to worry too much about other things. Isn't your agent supposed to help me solve this kind of thing? I know O Weitz must have a channel and the people behind it to talk about this and convey my thoughts to him, otherwise I will find someone to talk to him personally." Ronald waved his hand, as if to stop these ubiquitous flies. Drive away.

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The two agreed and went to communicate with Ovitz overnight. If Ronald is dissatisfied, it will cause immeasurable losses to the company and himself.

"Actually, they are like children, doing some testing. If Ronald just wants to be a director, then just ignore them. With his strength and reputation, he will not be able to find partners. We Jews are out of the question. He is famous for being willing to cooperate with anyone..." Richard laughed at himself as he drove.

"Ronald is no longer a director. If you compare him with the two Israeli producers at Cannon Pictures before they received financing, you will find that he now has the channels and resources to qualify as a second-tier director. production and distribution company." Niceta took a deeper look.

"But it's no longer 1985 or 1986. Wall Street is much more cautious about investment in Hollywood. Cannon's financial situation has made them more worried about investing in small and medium-sized companies. Ronald can't do it yet. Threatening?" Richard asked.

"The problem is that he has this potential. You should understand Israel's position on the Middle East issues and resolve hidden dangers before they arise."

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the next day,

Ronald came to the editing room rented by the company, where he had returned to Hollywood with all the films of "The World of Fighters" to be assembled and edited here.

"What did the cannon say?" Ronald asked producer Rachel Tara.

"They refused to co-distribute. Now Cannon is Yoram's responsibility. They also have a lot of filming in the New Year and don't have the resources to cooperate with us. I think they are mainly not very confident in this kind of kung fu movie."

Rachel Taralai was sent to Xiangjiang by Ronald, and the work was done very well. The shooting time and budget were completed within the plan. Ronald deliberately cultivated her and also let her participate in the distribution work.

"Minahan is out of work now?" Ronald shook his head secretly. Being idle was very uncomfortable for Minahan, especially when his cousin Yoram replaced him.

"He also asked about you and said that now that he is free, he can become a director or screenwriter again. If you are interested, he would like to work with you again to make a musical film like Breakdancing."

"Besides, I'm very busy right now." Ronald shook his hand. He still had time to shoot low-cost musicals.

"I think this shot should be cut like this..." Jean-Claude Van Damme looked at the small monitor, under the guidance of the master played by Qiao Hong, blindfolded and fighting with the master with a tea cup. Every time he was able to get it just right. Block the master's attack.

He was very proud. The martial arts practitioners in Xiangjiang were very professional and used many methods to make these martial arts competition scenes look beautiful. He looked so handsome as the protagonist.

"No, you said too many close-ups. What we need here is narrative. I have already given you two close-up reaction shots. If you add more close-ups, the audience will feel that the rhythm is a bit delayed." The director rewinded the tape and gave it to Jean-Claude Van Damme. explain.

"Okay, what you said makes sense." The actor Jean-Claude Van Damme thought for a while, and indeed, from an overall perspective, his idea was right. It may not be a good thing if your face appears too many times for no reason. He is not Tom Cruise, and he is not so handsome that female viewers would take a second look.

"Hi, Jean-Claude," Ronald heard their conversation and turned to the action actor from China, who had a Chinese name. "I asked you to come to the editing room because you said you wanted to learn editing. It’s not for you to interfere with the director and get a few more minutes for your own shot.”

"Hey, I know, I just said that, and Corey is right."

"Jean Claude also gave a lot of good advice, but he just lacks editing experience." He also said good things for the actor. There are not many ghosts like him who can play well in front of the camera. Brother Long has seen the samples and admires his volley kicks.

"As long as you are aware of it, I will let you take charge." Ronald nodded. Director Xiangjiang still couldn't let go in Hollywood, so he came to support him today.

After "Fighting World" was assembled, it was shown on the big screen. The plot was not the work of a powerful screenwriter, it was a bit old-fashioned. But the action scenes are absolutely wonderful, especially the Chinese-American devil muscleman Yang Si, whose role as the villain is absolutely impressive.

As for Qiu Yunbo, who played the supporting role of the master's son who was beaten to death in the ring by Yang Si, his performance level was pretty good. Ronald suggested that if the movie was a hit, he would be offered a bigger role.

"Your muscles are really nice." The big screen showed the protagonist played by Jean-Claude Van Damme having sex with a female reporter in a hotel. Jean-Claude Van Damme showed off his butt muscles, which looked very good visually.

The female reporter is played by Brooke Shields. Her status is much greater than that of Jean-Claude Van Damme, so she is just covered with a quilt and not exposed at all.

"How was Brooke's performance there?" Ronald asked Jean-Claude Van Damme and the director about her performance after not seeing her for a long time.

"She didn't film many scenes, but she didn't ask for special treatment in Xiangjiang. One day she was recognized by people in the industry, and she appeared on TVB programs and filmed many commercials. After that, she went to Japan. Mitsubishi Motors feels that her appeal in Japan is also very good and wants to invite her to give it a try."

"I know." Ronald looked at Brooke on the screen. As she got older, Brooke Shields's youthful and invincible beauty has faded a bit, but the memory of her by a generation of teenagers around the world can keep her going for a long time. .

"After the editing is completed, we will do one or two test screenings, listen to the audience's opinions, and show it to me. After the modifications are made, we will release it before the summer holiday.

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There was a lot of film business, and Ronald was very busy. He tried his best to arrange the business together to save time at one time.

So the first preview of another movie related to him, "Grown Up" starring Diane, was also scheduled for the same day.

"The most challenging scene for me was the scene where after I learned that Josh was a thirteen-year-old boy, I didn't believe that my boyfriend made up such a reason to break up with me, and then went to confirm it." Diane was very happy to finally return to Hollywood. Leading actresses in mainstream films from major studios. She excitedly acted as commentator next to Ronald.

"Hmm...very challenging..." Ronald smiled and ruffled Diane's hair.

However, what Ronald is really interested in is the actor who plays an adult on the outside but a kid on the inside, Tom Hanks. This level of acting is so extraordinary that adults often forget how children think and act, but Hanks delivers it so convincingly.

Ronald looked at the female director, Penny Marshall, who had asked him to help with the casting. She was very capable with blond hair. Spotting Ronald's consulting gaze, he smiled and said to him, "I'll let the young actor play Tom's role first, and then let him learn to imitate..."

"A genius method..." Ronald thought to himself, no wonder the acting looked so similar. Directing this kind of children's play may be the strength of female directors, but I definitely wouldn't have been able to think of this method myself.

"The two protagonists you introduced to me are both very good. The best thing is that they respect the director... I was able to successfully make the movie this time and was not fired by Fox in the middle, thanks to you." Penny Marshall took the opportunity Say thanks to Ronald.

The original male lead was Robert De Niro. He made various requests to modify the script, but finally gave up because it was too difficult to play the leading role. Tom Hanks, whom Ronald recommended, not only completed the movie better, but also only had a salary of two million, only one-third of De Niro's.

The original heroine, Deborah Winger, saw De Niro withdrawing, and she also made a big deal and asked that the boy who grew up in the script be turned into a girl, and that she would star in the role, completely changing the story.

Diane, who was recommended by Ronald, had no intention of modifying the script, completed the filming with high quality, and received an even cheaper salary, only 300,000 US dollars, plus bonuses after the box office exceeded a certain amount.

During the filming process, many staff members also disrespected Penny Marshall, which made her want to fire the director of photography in the second week.

Finally, Goldberg of Twentieth Century Fox called Ronald to consult his opinion, and with Ronald's support, Penny Marshall was able to be the director and complete the film.

"The movie proves that Goldberg made the right decision." Ronald doesn't take credit for this kind of thing. The success of the film is all due to the main creator.

"Diane's performance is very good, and film critics will say a lot of good things about her."

"Will it? What do you think?" Diane heard this and secretly asked Ronald for his opinion after a while. After all, he was a great director with a good reputation.

"I think so. The transformation you performed is very convincing." Ronald was not worried about Diane's acting skills. This character named Susan has a complicated heart and is just right for Diane.

At the beginning, Susan was a professional woman. She initially wore her hair in a bun, strong clothes with high shoulder pads, high heels and expensive stockings.

Later, after getting along with Josh, a big boy, for a long time, Susan, who worked in a toy company, found herself again. She began to let her hair down, put on childish gestures, and began to wear girly angora skirts. Shoes also became lightweight flats.

Diane's expression also changed from a career woman who was cautious about ensuring her career ladder, to a relaxed, sweet and gentle woman who understands children's preferences.

The bright line of this movie is the psychological transformation of the child Josh, played by Tom Hanks, as he grows up. The hidden line is indeed the adult represented by Susan, played by Diane, who, with the help of the child, finds his long-lost A story of innocence.

Indeed, such a performance will be seen by film critics. It will neither overwhelm the star nor be buried under the shadow of Hanks' powerful acting skills. It is a well-matched opponent.

The sample shows Susan and Josh finally falling in love. At this time, Susan was softened by the childish Josh and no longer measured Josh with career development, the way of showing love to women by giving gifts, and other mature women's requirements for their boyfriends. , gradually softened, awakening the hidden innocence.

"Huh?" Ronald turned to look at Diane. In this sex scene, although Penny Marshall didn't show any scenes of Diane, this was a PG movie.

But in order to satisfy the adult audience and eat some ice cream, some tricks were played on the costumes. Ronald felt that there seemed to be nothing else underneath the shirt that Diane was wearing...

"This is a plot requirement. Susan feels that Josh always doesn't take action, so... you won't be jealous, right?" Diane looked at Ronald and smiled weirdly.

"It seems that I will have to visit the crew more in the future... When Harrison Ford was filming the sex scene, his wife would come and watch him every day..." Ronald replied with a smile.

"Will you come?..." Diane looked unbelieving and glanced at Ronald a few more times. It would be great if she really came. Thinking of the sweet spot, she hugged Ronald tightly again.

"I was filming my own movie at that time. If I have time, I will go..."

"You can come if you want..." Diane hugged her arms tighter, "Are you going to New York next?"

"Yes, there is something going on on Staten Island." Ronald was about to go back to deal with the gardening of the new house.

"I also want to go back with Donna. I haven't seen my dad, Bert, for a long time..."

"Okay, we can fly back together."

After the test screening, Ronald stood up and congratulated director Penny Marshall. The film's shooting techniques were average, the photography and directing capabilities were indeed limited, or the director was not respected enough, and the tone of the picture was a bit inconsistent. But Ronald was very moved when he saw it. how to say? This movie does not rely on plot, but on the wonderful performances of the two protagonists. It makes people watch it, full of inner strength, and also want to recall their childhood dreams, temporarily put aside the battles in the workplace, and yearn for the innocence of youth. .

"This is the writer of the movie, Ann..." Penny Marshall was delighted with Ronald's reaction, and he was sure to say good things about his movie to Goldberg. I grabbed him to introduce some of the main creators at the scene.

"Hello, very good story..." Ronald didn't really admire this screenwriter named An. This is a typical movie where the script is not as exciting as the film. A lot of details and performances are attracted by the actors, not the story.

"My brother said the same thing. He admires you very much."

"Oh, who is your brother?" Ronald asked.

"This is my business card." An pushed a business card over without answering the question directly.

Ronald took it and looked at it. It said Ann Spielberg.

"Steven?" Ronald asked. This last name was not very common.

"Yes, he is my brother. He was originally interested in directing, but he said he didn't want to steal my limelight, so he recommended Penny. If there is a chance, I would also like to cooperate with you."

"There will be opportunities in the future." Ronald smiled and accepted the business card. Steven's sister believed her brother's perfunctory words. But maybe she will actually become famous this time.

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"So, you are very optimistic about this new Penny movie?" Sure enough, in the evening, Fox's Goldberg called to ask Ronald's opinion.

"It's very good. It's really good. The PG story can attract the whole family to watch. It is in line with the current trend of children's films. There is absolutely no problem with the quality. Especially the male and female protagonists, both have Oscar-nominated performances." Ronald Thumbs up.

"Okay, I'll ask the distribution department to find a suitable time... For our Oscar next year, the most important thing is your new film."