Hollywood starts with a broker

It's not surprising that ICM wants to cooperate. After all, Aaron's vision is really good. However, Aaron's attitude towards package deals is somewhat indifferent.

Aaron wants to develop a film company, not be content to be an independent producer. Rather than cooperating with an agency, it's better to sign a production contract with a film company!

Besides, Aaron isn't someone like Steven Spielberg who can just casually let his name be attached to movies.

Steven Spielberg participates in the production of multiple films every year, and his name is attached to many bad movies as a producer.

Moreover, Spielberg has never joined an agency. Michael Ovitz of CAA has always wanted to sign him to CAA.

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Since the 1980s, Steven Spielberg has only made films for Universal and Warner Bros. If he really joined CAA, that would definitely have to change!

After Jennifer Connelly signed the contract with ICM, the two left.

Nancy Josephson came to ICM President Jeffrey Berg's office, "Uncle Berg, I've talked to Aaron Anderson, and he seems to be somewhat resistant to the agency's package system!"

Jeffrey Berg smiled, "Resistant?"

"Although he is young, he has great ambitions. This current film, 'Ghost,' is independently produced by his Dawn Pictures."

"He bought the script when he was still at CAA!"

Nancy Josephson said in surprise, "So, after Aaron left CAA, he first created a low-budget 'Phone Booth' and achieved commercial success."

"Then he used the money he earned to directly develop 'Ghost.' He's really bold and his actions are quite aggressive."

"Yes, aggressive," Jeffrey Berg also nodded. "When he was an agent at CAA, he rarely managed artists and mainly focused on film sales."

"His ability is indeed good. He was optimistic about new directors like Steven Soderbergh and David Fincher!"

Nancy Josephson smiled, "Uncle Berg is very optimistic about Aaron Anderson?"

Jeffrey Berg spread his hands, "From the earliest 'Sex, Lies, and Videotape,' 'Cinema Paradiso,' to the blockbuster 'Pretty Woman' and 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,' they are all related to him."

"Now, 'Phone Booth,' which he produced himself, has also achieved commercial success. This is also his own idea."

"Do you think these are all coincidences?"

Saying that, Jeffrey Berg shook his head, "Last year, what was his status? He dared to directly confront Warren Beatty, which can be said to be a complete gamble on his career future. This is extreme confidence."

"And the result? Look, the global box office of 'Pretty Woman' has exceeded $300 million last week. According to predictions, the box office of 'Pretty Woman' will be at least $400 million."

"As for 'Dick Tracy,' even without Warren Beatty's scandal some time ago, how much box office could this movie have? Who would be optimistic that it could achieve a box office of $200 million?"

Jeffrey Berg's meaning was very clear. With the phenomenal performance of 'Pretty Woman,' Warren Beatty's 'Dick Tracy' had no chance of winning at all.

"Yes, no wonder he doesn't like the agency's package system. Al Pacino gave up participating in 'Dick Tracy' under his persuasion and instead took on this role in 'Pretty Woman'!"

Nancy Josephson said with a smile.

"CAA is in a bit of a mess this time, losing a future golden producer and an American sweetheart."

"It also caused the reputation of veteran client Warren Beatty to plummet, becoming a stepping stone for Aaron Anderson's rise."

Since 'Pretty Woman' performed so well, the previous bet between Aaron Anderson and Warren Beatty was mentioned again in large amounts.

That's how Hollywood is. If you perform well, they will praise you. If you don't, they will step on you!

The competition between CAA and ICM is quite fierce now.

Jeffrey Berg in the chair sighed in his heart. ICM can't compare to CAA!

Now Michael Ovitz is leading the CAA team to fully assist Japanese Matsushita Electric in acquiring MCA Group.

Last year, he just participated in Sony Electronics' acquisition of Columbia TriStar Pictures. This year, he is fully leading Matsushita's acquisition of Universal. The increase in fame for CAA and Michael Ovitz is too great.

As Jennifer Connelly joined Disney's new film 'The Rocketeer,' Aaron once again came to Disney Studios in Burbank!

And 'The Rocketeer' director Joe Johnston directed his first film last year and made a blockbuster 'Honey, I Shrunk the Kids' for Disney.

Although the male and female leads Billy Campbell and Jennifer Connelly are not well-known now, the supporting cast includes Timothy Dalton, the current actor of two 007 films!

"Aaron, are you interested in developing works for Disney alone?"

"Disney is willing to acquire most of the equity of Dawn Pictures at a high price. At that time, Dawn Pictures will still be managed by you. How about it?"

In Jeffrey Katzenberg's office, Aaron heard the other party's question not long after sitting down.

"You know, Aaron, Disney has formed Touchstone Pictures and Hollywood Pictures, which are specifically designed to create adult-oriented works!"

No mistake, one first, one inside, one capacity, one look, one look!

Aaron smiled, "Does Katzenberg mean he wants me to stay at Disney and serve?"

"Don't you want to join? With Disney's support, you can be the producer of several films at the same time."

Aaron shook his head and said helplessly, "Mr. Katzenberg, I like your frankness."

"But I'm used to being free and easy. If I have to sign an exclusive cooperation agreement with Disney, I don't think it's suitable for Dawn Pictures now!"

Jeffrey Katzenberg's face was still as calm as ever, "With Disney's support, you won't have to worry about the filming funds, publicity and marketing, and distribution channels for your films in the future."

"You have also seen Disney's achievements in live-action movies now, which are very good!"

Jeffrey Katzenberg didn't pay much attention to Aaron Anderson before, after all, a work like 'Sex, Lies, and Videotape' was not enough.

However, with the release of 'Phone Booth' and 'Pretty Woman' this year, Jeffrey Katzenberg regretted it a bit. Aaron Anderson does have some ability.

Dawn Pictures is seeking Sony Columbia to distribute the fantasy romance film 'Ghost.' Aaron Anderson did have someone send the script to Tenth Anniversary before, but he ignored it.

"Mr. Katzenberg, you know, I'm about to fully devote myself to the filming of 'Ghost.' It's a bit early to talk about cooperation now!"