[US Entertainment] 1994

In the study, Josh held his chin in one hand and flipped through the script brought by Arnold with the other.

These scripts have their own advantages in terms of plot, rhythm, and space for the actors to play. Some are literary and commercial, and the reason why Josh can't give an answer right away is because every script is excellent. To "Mr. Sweetheart", one of Tom Cruise's masterpieces, and "Independence Day", which established Will Smith's status as a box office superstar, and...

One of Tom Cruise's biggest sources of income in his previous life, the first part of the "Mission: Impossible" series.

However, Josh has no plans to take over "Mission: Impossible". On the one hand, he does not prefer series films, and the quality of this type of film is always uneven. For actors, series films are to increase income and expand global influence. However, over time, the poor quality of the series of films may ruin the reputation of the actors, and the actors may even fall into day-to-day wrangling with the film company.

Josh took a deep breath, thinking left and right, his head was aching because of too many thoughts, the next second, he suddenly stood up, the friction between the chair and the ground made a violent sound, and then he took out his mobile phone and gave it to Mr. Made a phone call.

"If I told you now that I fell in love with a script that looked like a nightmare to you, what would you do?"

There was suspicion in the agent's voice: "A movie like a nightmare? It shouldn't be. Every movie that appears in front of you has been carefully selected by me... Wait, wait, Josh, do you like it?" It's not that one, is it?"

Josh smiled lightly: "What do you think?"

"God!" Mr. Manager suddenly beat his chest and feet, "I would not have given you the script if I had known, to be honest, have you really thought it through?"

Josh immediately gave a positive answer.

Arnold sighed helplessly: "If you really decide, I can support you, but that movie may ruin your good image in the hearts of movie fans, but to be honest, I was already mentally prepared at the beginning , After all, you want to play a challenging movie, and there is really nothing more challenging than it."

The movie that Josh decided to star in was called - "Sex Book Tycoon".

The film is based on the experiences of a real person, Larry Claxton Flint Jr., known simply as Larry Flynt, the founder of Pimp Magazine, who was called a sex dealer by those who hated him. / A villain of erotic literature, who is regarded by those who admire him as a fighter for free speech.

Larry Flynt famously said, "The American people should have a dirty right."

In order to keep his magazine sold normally, Larry Flynt carried out an arduous struggle with the moralists, and even became disabled and lost his sexual ability.

Many people in the United States still think he is obscene, but Larry Flynt and his story have been favored by Hollywood, adapted into scripts, and have the opportunity to appear on the big screen.

This is actually a bit ironic. Larry Flynt is not considered a glorious figure. The product he produced, the magazine called "Pimp", will never appear on such a high platform as Hollywood. The AV industry is adding bricks and tiles, but he has become a symbol of freedom, and has been promoted over and over again by Hollywood practitioners.

Hollywood is another industry rich in documentaries.

Every year, countless characters appear on the big screen, such as presidents, politicians, actors, scientists, financiers, but there are also fraudsters, thieves and even a conscientious worker.

Compared with other types of roles, Josh feels that the role of Larry Flynt should be very challenging. No matter how the performance is, at least it will be the most subversive role of Josh since he started filming.

"One moment you were a defender of freedom, a wronged banker, and the next moment you became a sex/sex maniac..." Arnold sighed, "I can't imagine the audience being tricked into the cinema by you. scene happened."

Josh paused: "In exchange, I'd like to take one more movie."

"what?"

"Mr. Sweetheart."

Arnold was silent for a moment, then nodded: "Okay."

After confirming that he was interested in the film, Arnold passed the message to the producer that Josh agreed to participate in the film. The producer of "Sex Book Tycoon" gave a reply a day later, and they were very happy that Josh was willing to take over the film , and believe that this will be a cooperation that will satisfy both parties.

The director of the film has long been determined, and it is the Czech director Milos Forman. The director was born in 1932 and is 63 years old this year. He was born in Eastern Europe, experienced the Prague Spring, fled to France, and then went to Hollywood. He has a rich life experience. Milos Foreman has an extraordinary understanding of movies due to his own talent. Although he has a low-key performance in Hollywood, he is also one of the outstanding directors recognized by film critics.

His representative works include "Leap Over the Cuckoo's Nest" and "Mozart", which won him two Oscars for best director. rise up.

It can be said that although the content of "Sex Book Tycoon" is difficult for some viewers to accept, Milos Forman's works are undoubtedly worthy of recognition.

This year, Jane de Bont also has a new work coming out. He also invited Josh, but was rejected by Josh. In fact, the box office performance of "Tornado" directed by him is quite good, second only to the box office list in 96 "Independence Day", which also established Jane de Bont's status as a leading commercial director. The success of "Speed" can be said to be accidental, but the outstanding box office of two consecutive films is undoubtedly a good thing for Jane de Bont. Affirmation of ability.

As for "Mr. Sweetheart", although Arnold didn't say anything, Josh understood how difficult it is to take food from a tiger's mouth.

Of course, he can also choose "Independence Day". It's just that "Speed" starring Josh was released not long ago. Although Independence Day is a sci-fi movie, it also belongs to the category of popcorn movies. Josh doesn't want to leave the audience too fixed. impression.

Next year, he will probably consider another action movie.

However, even if the competitor is Tom Cruise, Josh is not without a chance of winning. Cruise's appeal at the box office is naturally beyond doubt, but choosing Josh does not mean that the movie will lose at the box office. Last year's " Speed ​​​​and "The Shawshank Redemption" are enough to prove everything.

"Do you think I have a good chance of winning?"

Josh poked the back of Carlos' hand bored.

"40% chance of winning." Carlos smiled slightly, "Cameron Crowe admires Tom Cruise very much, but when it comes to the choice of actors, the director doesn't have much say. Think. Honey is a Sony movie, and you made a lot of money for Columbia last year, maybe Sony would favor you for that."

Josh's only advantage is probably that when the movies he participated in went head-to-head with Tom Cruise's movies, he didn't lose many times.

But even if he loses to Tom Cruise, Josh is not surprised. After all, Tom Cruise's management in Hollywood for more than ten years and his shocking box office results are enough to make him the first choice of many film companies. Even if Arnold gave him a regretful answer in the end, Josh would not be disappointed, he believed that Arnold had tried his best.

He just lost because he was too young.

But what surprised Josh was that he received a strange call that evening.

"I'm Tom Cruise, Josh, maybe we can talk."

After consulting the manager's advice, Josh did not refuse, and met with Tom Cruise the next day.

"You want the movie "Mr. Sweetheart", and I really want it, so I think we can discuss it." Tom Cruise cut to the point, with a gentle smile on his face.

Josh came with Arnold. Tom was taken aback for a moment, but soon became calm. On this occasion, he did not forget his wife Nicole Kidman. Nicole is also a master at driving the atmosphere , I was a little embarrassed when we first met, but soon, the topic started.

"Like what?"

"I can drop out of the competition with Josh, but we can try some cooperation, like Brad and I did in "Interview with the Vampire." Arnold, you had a hard time fighting for "Mr. Sweetheart", but now you You don’t have to think about it.” Tom smiled, “I didn’t have any conflicts with Josh at first, you have to admit that.”

Arnold shrugged: "Thank God for giving me good luck, if there is no Josh..."

I am afraid that Arnold Keynes will not be the front-line agent with great glory today, but "the unlucky guy who was kicked by Cruise" in the mouth of his colleagues.

"Don't mention the past, okay?" Tom didn't show any displeasure on his face, "Hollywood has always operated according to such rules, I just did something that I think is right, and I don't regret it. "

Arnold nodded slightly.

There are not a thousand but eight hundred people in the agent circle who have been dumped. Some committed suicide, and some were kicked by famous stars. Arnold does not belong to any of these categories. He and Tom are just planning each other. The road has deviated, and they can no longer coexist.

Of course, the way Tom kicked him off was also unacceptable to him.

"Which kind of collaboration do you want? If it's like Interview with the Vampire, forget it. Brad Pitt's makeup artist is a piece of shit. You want me to be your foil, so you are doing it Dreaming." Josh smiled lightly, "Mr. Cruise, you must understand that I don't have to be "Mr. Sweetheart", I have other choices."

"If my guess is correct, your goal today should be reconciliation. If you did the same thing a year ago, you would have countless chips, but now you have very few chips, don't you?"