I’m in Hollywood

As the number of people at the party increased, Michael Eisner, who had only stayed for more than ten minutes, got up and said goodbye on the grounds that he still had something to deal with. Of course, Eric wanted to send him off in person.

Eric, I heard that Cry on the Island was shortlisted for the main competition in Venice? Michael Eisner suddenly asked while waiting for the elevator.

Eric nodded: Yes, but this is a horror film after all, and there is little hope of winning an award. Sending it to Venice is just to brush its popularity and help its distribution in Europe.

I think this movie is likely to win an award, as long as the publicity goes in the right direction, Michael Eisner said, the elevator door opened, and the two walked in together.

Propaganda direction? Eric asked in confusion while pressing the elevator button.

Well, Michael Eisner said, Although Cry on the Island is a horror film, I think this film can have more in-depth connotations to explore, such as people's attachment to life and The fear of death, and the mother's sincere love for her two children. Most importantly, the film is set in the post-World War II setting, so you can use anti-war banners to promote this horror The film guides towards the destruction of human nature by war. It is the shadow of war that has suppressed the hostess' body and mind for a long time, which makes Grace make the crazy act of suffocating the two children. Now the situation in Europe is very turbulent. Conflict may break out again, then, if Cry on the Island is propaganda in the direction of anti-war,

And if it is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, the jury of the Venice Film Festival will show its attitude. Certainly not letting this movie go empty-handed, you know, movies and politics have never been inseparable.

Sure enough, ginger is still old and spicy. Eric sighed in admiration. He had been trapped in the shackles of horror films that were very unloved by the film festival judges, and he didn't think about other aspects at all: Thank you for your reminder, Mr. Eisner, I will let you know as soon as possible. People do this.

Cry on the Island is only shortlisted and won awards, and the treatment it will receive in the hearts of movie fans in the future will be completely different. Like the Oscars, everyone pays special attention to Oscar-winning films. But for those shortlisted films, although the quality is not much worse than the winning films. But still very few people pay attention.

The elevator reached the bottom parking lot, and the two walked towards Michael Eisner's car together, where Michael's assistant and driver were already waiting.

Michael got into the car, but did not leave directly. Instead, he waved to Eric to sit in too.

After Eric sat down beside him, Michael Eisner said, Eric, how about working with Disney next year?

Eric was stunned for a moment. He thought that Michael Eisner was going to talk about the two movies today, but he didn't expect the other party to jump directly to next year.

Mr. Eisner, I can't give you an answer on this matter immediately. My cooperation with Fox is still very pleasant. Eric shook his head slightly and said so.

Michael Eisner could see that Eric was not sincere. The cooperation between the two companies has always been based on interests. Mixed with personal feelings, because it affects interests and other factors, it will only break the relationship between the two parties in the end. several contacts. Michael Eisner believed that Eric would not be an emotional person.

This is not in a hurry, Eric, you can consider it slowly. Regarding the two films today, the share price offered by Disney will fully reflect our sincerity. Michael Eisner paused after finishing speaking. He continued: I also heard that Firefly intends to acquire New Line to establish its own distribution channel, but what should I say. I have also met Robert Shay a few times. This man is very controlling, but he does not have the talent to match it. , and the management method is too subjective and irrational, so I don’t think it’s a good choice to let him manage the company for you.”

Watching the Bentley car slowly leave, Eric thought about Michael Eisner's words in his mind, and connected with some memories about the new line, Michael Eisner's evaluation of Robert Shea was very pertinent.

Because of the success of the Lord of the Rings series in the previous life, Robert Shay forced the Golden Compass project, which resulted in huge losses. At the same time, it also caused the new line to lose its independence and was merged into the parent company Warner. . However, Eric is not worried about this now. If he can successfully acquire the new line, he will only let Robert Shea be responsible for the distribution of the film. As for film production, this part of the power Eric will definitely Hold it firmly in your hand, preventing Robert Shea from messing around.

The representatives of several other major film companies were sent away one after another, and of course some individual exchanges were inevitable, but Eric did not make any promises despite the eloquence of the executives who were interested in the two films. . Amy Pascal, who had left at the end, went back to the banquet hall. The party was basically all his own. The two crews of Cry on a Island and Steel Magnolia were not able to participate in the audition. Actors were also present at the party. There are other people who are closely related to Firefly. This kind of party must have a pseudo-loli. Drew was originally a party creature. He used to like to go to nightclubs, but since he became entangled with Eric, the girl has also Quit this 'bad habit', but all kinds of parties are attended one after another.

After catching Drew in a little magenta dress in the crowd, knocking on the forehead of the little girl and telling her not to drink alcohol, Eric went to the other two people, Quentin Tarantino and Lawrence Bender .

Eric, good evening, the two greeted when they saw Eric coming.

Eric smiled at the other party: How is the preparation for Reservoir Dogs?

Hearing Eric's question, Quentin's tone was a little excited: It's very smooth, Mr. Hansen has provided us with great convenience, and most of the roles have been determined. If it goes well, the machine will be able to start in September.

Well, come with me then, I'll show you Mr. Jin, Eric pointed in one direction and walked over with two people.

Eric, Seeing Eric approaching, Virginia couldn't help but take a step forward, but she stopped quickly. This is a public place after all, although her relationship with Eric is well known, But it's not suitable for being too intimate.

Eric looked at Virginia's cautious look, smiled and hugged the girl, and kissed the girl gently on the cheek, until the girl couldn't help but shyly and actively rejected, Eric didn't let go. Opening the petite body in his arms, he turned to the tall man beside the girl.

Hello, Mike, Eric reached out to Michael Madsen.

Hello, Eric, I was a little displeased with Eric in my heart, so Michael Madsen's tone was a little cold. This reaction made Virginia feel anxious for a while. If Eric hadn't watched, the girl would definitely be there The brother slapped hard. However, Eric didn't mind Michael's reaction too much, and still warmly introduced him to Quentin and Lawrence.

This is Michael Madsen, I think he's very suitable to play Mr. King in Reservoir Dogs. Michael, these two are Quentin Tarantino and Lawrence Bender, you can talk about specific things individually.

Since they knew that the person recommended by Eric could not refuse, Quentin and Lawrence greeted Michael warmly, at least they had a good relationship with each other, and there would be no estrangement when shooting in the future.

Looking at the three people who were already chatting, Eric left with Virginia.

Vicky, I heard that you received some film appointments recently? Eric took a glass of wine from the waiter and came to sit on the sofa in the corner.

Virginia also sat down next to Eric: Yes, Kapoor recommended it, there are a few scripts that seem pretty good to me, but I haven't made up my mind yet, I originally planned to ask first your opinion.

Eric waved his hand: It's all pushed, at least wait for Cry on the Island to be released before making a decision, the movie that is picked up now is estimated to be released at the end of the year, if the box office is not good, it will definitely affect Cry on the Island The reputation it brings to you, and the paycheck will definitely not be too high.”

Well, I listen to you, the girl nodded obediently: Eric, Michael's attitude towards you is not very good, you... I hope you don't mind too much.

Of course not, Eric smiled. If someone occupied my sister, I wouldn't have a good face for him.

Heh... The girl chuckled and took the initiative to defend the man next to her: You didn't occupy me.

Of course not, Vicky, I just occupied you, and you were already mine.

Okay, the girl's cheeks rose slightly, and she lowered her head gently: Eric, are you going to my place tonight? You haven't been there for a long time.

No problem, Eric smiled slightly, How about we leave now?

The girl quickly shook her head: Eric, it's time for you to socialize with other people, don't stay by my side all the time.

Don't worry, I just sent a group of people away. I'm also tired. Let's rest for a while.

On the other side of the party, Elizabeth was chatting with Julia with a glass of red wine, but she found that the girl was always a little absent-minded, until Julia couldn't help but peek in one direction again, and Elizabeth followed Julia's gaze. There was the figure who was leaning on the sofa and was a little condescending. Next to him was a woman in a black tube top evening dress, who was the heroine of Frightening Island.

Julia, do you like him? Elizabeth leaned into Julia's ear and asked softly.

Ah, this... it's not, Julia followed Elizabeth's gaze to figure out who the 'he' the girl was referring to. Her first reaction in the panic was to deny it, but maybe it was because she had been suppressed for too long. On Elizabeth's skillful communication skills, she won her favor in a short period of time. Julia had unknowingly treated Elizabeth as her best friend. After a brief panic, Julia whispered: Actually, I... I don't even know how I feel about him, he's a very complicated person.

Come with me, let's have a good chat with Mr. Williams, Elizabeth looked at the girl's tangled appearance, took Julia's arm directly, and walked towards Eric amid the opponent's resistance. (To be continued)