Exploiting Hollywood 1980.

Chapter 623 Someone's Premiere Party

"Eric only lied a little, and lied to your aunt." Soon Mike Parker sent Ronald the background information of the investigation.

"Which point?" Ronald took the envelope, which contained a lot of Eric's information, from his high school diploma to his resume as a chef. "

"He is not a veteran of the Marine Corps. He only spent a period of time in the reserve service. He probably exaggerated on purpose to pursue your aunt. In addition, his wife died of illness a few years ago. The nurses in the hospital said that he took care of his sick wife very well. Thoughtful, a good man."

"Then it doesn't matter." Ronald put away the information, and it turned out to be a little lie about love.

"That's it, let Lindsay call me if you have business in the future."

Ronald shook hands with him and said goodbye, and returned to the Hilton Hotel room.

"Sorry, Walter, it's an acquaintance of mine. I asked him to do something. What did we just talk about?"

Walter Murch's "Back to Oz" opened the previous week, but did not fare well at the box office.His directorial debut was not going well, and he was a little disheartened. He took the trip to New York to promote and found Ronald, and the two chatted about the business of a new version of editing tape.

"You just said you were going to sell our editing tape to the major studios."

"Ah, yes. I've already spoken to Columbia through Weintraub. They love Ni's gizmo. Paramount I asked Tanin to show it to the major directors who signed up, and they liked it too." like.

This time back to Los Angeles, I also want to meet Disney's Eisner.By the way, does he support your new film enough? "

"It's actually not bad, but after it was released, many viewers said that their children were frightened, so the word of mouth is not very good."

Walter Murch's "Back to Oz" adopted many of the horror plots of the original book, and it was also shot very realistically, maybe too realistically.

“I’m going to be back in the editing business for a while. The movie probably didn’t make any money for Disney, and maybe my directing career is going to be delayed. I’ve been working on this movie for years without taking any new work. I have three kids, a family, and now is not the time for me to be willful."

Murch's thoughts now turn to reality.His first shot as a director did not become popular, and the burden of his family could not allow him to waste another two years to continue preparing for the next film.Several children are about to enter high school, and it is time to spend money.

"It doesn't matter, our editing tape business will bring you a stable profit dividend." Ronald's factory is equivalent to giving Murch a stable income.

"As far as I went to see the factory on Staten Island, it seems that you don't make much money in this factory?" The reason why Walter Murch didn't open his own factory before was because he had calculated the ratio of investment and output. Not too much.He was still a little worried about Ronald putting this factory into operation.

"I don't expect to be able to make more money than the original leg warmer factory, but it can solve some new jobs for workers who moved to the island because they trusted me. They couldn't migrate to Southern California because of their race.

And we can take a look at the upper-level relationship of the studio. Anyway, their procurement budget is so large, and the original supplier 3M's price is only a little cheaper than ours, and they don't care about this small business. "

With Murch's invention, the amount of tape used for each clip is only a fraction of the original. Although the retail price is more expensive than 3M's, the overall cost is actually cheaper.

In addition to the studio, Ronald also supplies Hollywood camera rental stores through Roger Coleman's relationship, which is equivalent to making Coleman a wholesaler for the retail business of low-budget movies.

With stable shipments, Ronald's factory is not afraid of losing money.Besides, through Weintraub's relationship, try to export to the Japanese and Asian markets.

"So, I hope I can ask you to edit my next movie?" Ronald heard that Murch was going back to work as a film and sound editor, and he also moved his mind to win over this big cow. Recognized experts in the industry.

"No, I don't think I need to edit your movie." Murch shook his head and expressed his thoughts.

"Why?" Ronald was a little surprised. Could it be that his movie didn't catch Murch's eyes?Does he not like it?

"I've seen all of your films, including the latest 'Top Gun' preview, and you don't need any editors for your films.

Because when you shoot, you have the idea of ​​​​the final edit.In other words, you have already shot the finished film in your mind before shooting.So in the end, what you need is not an editing expert, but several editing assistants to help you realize your ideas. "

"The big directors you've worked with, like Coppola, Fred Kinneman, do they edit differently?"

When Ronald heard Murch's evaluation, he didn't know whether it was good or bad.But what he said was very accurate, he had indeed dreamed a part of the film.He thought for a while, and asked what the sample films sent to the editing room by other big directors were like.

"Perhaps it is because of the subject matter of your shooting. Generally, your shots are only shot a few times, and different acting methods are not encouraged in the performance. Some famous directors pay more attention to performance, and they will use several methods to shoot the same scene. In this case, it is a good challenge for editing.

I have had the experience of splicing good places with different numbers of pieces together through editing many times.And your movie doesn't need such brain-racking thinking at all, as long as it is put together according to the script and the sub-shots.

I say this by no means to say that your director is not wonderful, but every director has his own set of methods.And the subject matter of your movie just doesn't pay much attention to the performance of the actors. "

"Well", Ronald was not unhappy when he was criticized by Murch.He knew that Murch was telling the truth. Acting director was indeed a shortcoming in his directing skills.

"What's the situation at Disney now? Is there any progress with Eisner's live-action movie plan? You know, people from the Screen Fund are calling me again." Ronald asked about Eisner's situation again, and George Jr. gave He called again, and the Screen Fund hadn't cast a single film yet.

"Eisner's adult film strategy is actually inherited from the original chairman Ron Miller. So now it has also been resisted by Roy Disney, and he is trying to find a way." Walter Murch's film also did not take With a lot of marketing resources, he knows the decline of live-action movies in Disney.

"This is a troublesome matter," Ronald made up his mind to meet Eisner as soon as possible after returning.Introducing the investment fund of the eldest son of the deputy commander, there must be some movement, otherwise it will be deceiving the second family.

"Do you have any plans for your new movie?" Walter turned concerned about Ronald's next movie.This apprentice treats him very well, that "Top Gun" is about to soar into the sky, and now is his critical moment.

"My biggest possibility is to make a sequel to Long Wei Kid, but I read Weintraub's script, and I don't think it is too challenging. Now what I want to do most is to take a break. I have a kind of exhaustion. Feel."

Murch knows that Ronald's accumulation is limited, and many directors will encounter a bottleneck period after shooting the first few films.The reason is that the previous accumulation has been used in filming.

It is of course possible to shoot one after another in the future, but in that case, there will be a lack of infinite possibilities to go to the next level.

"Film is a very old art form. At this time, you should watch more old classic movies."

Ronald took over more than a dozen film lists from Murch, all of which he found to be very inspiring for the editing career.

"Thank you, ask your wife and children for me."

After seeing Murch off, Ronald lay on the bed for a while.What Murch gives is a way to solve the feeling of exhaustion, that is to find inspiration in the classics.And his agent, Nixita, gave another method, to change his girlfriend.

Many directors need a new muse every few years to stimulate their creative enthusiasm and inspiration.

Brooke Shields and herself are separated from each other and become more and more distant. According to Hollywood standards, they are no longer lovers.And Diane is more like a good friend with interests.

Maybe I should really try it out and meet some new actresses and models.

Ronald put on his coat and got ready to go to the party.

Demi Moore called yesterday to invite herself to the premiere party of "St. Elmo's Fire" in New York.

In addition to returning to his home in New York, Ronald refused to go to Chicago to attend the third trial screening, and rested at home for a few days.

"There doesn't seem to be a party venue here?" Ronald came to Demi Moore's newly rented high-end apartment, looked around, and said.

"I'll make my home here, isn't it great?" Demi smiled and showed Ronald around her "mansion".

This is a high-rise apartment developed by a young and promising New York real estate developer, named after himself.Demi rented one of the highest penthouses.There are two large bedrooms, a room for shoes, and a large balcony.

"Very good", Ronald also felt that it is very good to have such a house in Manhattan, even if it is rented, "Is the rent expensive?"

"Eight thousand dollars a month." Demi looked at Ronald. "From now on, I will live here by myself, and Emilio will have his own place."

"Um..." When Ronald heard the price, his heart ached a little. One year's rent could be enough for Bard to repay the house loan, or buy a new sports car.

Demi was also discouraged when she saw that Ronald did not respond to her hint.Ronald probably has old-school morals, and he doesn't like that kind of thing when he's in a relationship with Emilio Estevez.

Everything has advantages and disadvantages. Demi can afford such a luxury apartment. In addition to the rave reviews of the new film "St. Elmo's Fire", she also borrowed a lot from her boyfriend.Emilio's "Breakfast Club" started, two movies in a row were well-received and well-received. He is a hot young actor in Hollywood, with a lot of exposure, and his own social value has also increased.

"Let's go, the party's at The Limelight."

Ronald remembered the club as the place where Oscar-winning actress Shirley Maclean celebrated her birthday and introduced him to Natasha Kinski and Konchalowski.

Demi got out of Ronald's car and went first to find the group of young actors and actresses who were always hanging out together.Ronald went in slowly.

"Tom? Why are you here?" Ronald accidentally saw Tom Cruise.

His hair is now growing out and he's preparing for Scorsese's new film, "The Color of Money."

"Rob Lowe and Emilio were my middle school classmates in Los Angeles, and this is their successful movie, so I'm going to check it out."

Cruise's stardom is not as brilliant as Emilio for the time being, but he has two films to be released next year, "Top Gun" has the strength of the top ten at the box office, and "The Color of Money" is a collaboration with the famous director Scorsese and Veteran actor Paul Newman cooperates.

"Are you still used to Marty's directorial style? How is the preparation going?"

"I'm still trying to keep up. Newman is also a good opponent. The script reading is very difficult for me."

"Hey, let's see who's here," Emilio saw Ronald and Cruise coming in together, showing off proudly in front of them.

Rob Lowe didn't have such a big malice towards Cruise, and pulled him to introduce the young people who came to play together.

Emilio, on the other hand, disdains Ronald very much. Finally, with two big-selling movies, he can challenge this competitor.

"The fate of our actors is really not in our hands. When the director said a word, Spielberg replaced Eric with that little man."

Emilio pointed at Eric Stoltz behind him, trying to arouse the same hatred among the actors present.

"That's what it was, but luckily we've gotten out of waiting hell." Actress Allie Sheedy, who turned down Ronald's "Top Gun" invitation, also chimed in.

"It's not what you said. I don't have the right to replace actors from other people's crews. I just expressed my opinion to Steven, who is the producer. Next month'Back to the Future' will premiere, and we can all go have a look."

Ronald didn't continue to argue with them, and waved at the master Stoltz.

"Hi, Eric!" Ronald walked in and shook hands with Eric Stoltz inside, "Hi, Jennifer."

He found that Stoltz had stopped dating Cher, who was a teenager, and now his girlfriend was replaced by his acquaintance, Jennifer Jason Lee.

"Ronald, you are being besieged by actors now." After receiving huge compensation in the past two years, Jennifer Jason Lee concentrated on finding suitable roles for her and stopped making films for money, living a very comfortable life.

However, Stoltz still seemed to be a little entangled, and ran to other places without saying a word to Ronald.Jennifer Jason Lee shrugged at him and went to spend time with her boyfriend.

"Actually, I shouldn't blame you. A movie is not a drama. There is no need to follow the script completely." A woman came up to speak for Ronald, her voice was gentle and magnetic, very nice.

"It's nothing. I'm still far from a first-class director in directing acting skills." Ronald had a good impression of this temperamental beauty, and offered to extend his hand, "Ronald."

"Andy, Andie MacDowell."

Andie MacDowell, who plays Emilio's character's crush in the movie, is a few years older and more mature, and she's very happy to befriend a director like Ronald.

(End of this chapter)