[US Entertainment] From web dramas to Oscars

Chapter 37

On the other side, Fopper and Chris, who didn't know Martina and Yuqing's little secret at all, were getting dressed, and then looked at Martina's camera and saw that the photo actually only took a picture of the upper body, so there was nothing wrong with it. After saving it, Fopper and Chris also went downstairs one after another.

"Why didn't you two inform me when you arrived?" Sitting on the sofa, Fopper said, without you, there would be such a commotion.Because this kind of thing has happened to Fopper several times.

"Isn't this a surprise for you?" Yuqing first explained.

"It's a shock. I didn't see a surprise." He criticized Yuqing undeniably: "However, it's nice to see you, Martina!" He got up and hugged Martina.

"Me too, Foppers!" Martina kissed Foppers on the cheek very openly.

"This is Kerry." After introducing the possibility of being around him: "Well...my..."

"His husband." Chris said first, then held out his hand: "Chris Evans, nice to meet you."

"Me too, Martina Hill. I'm a good friend of Phoebes, and I'm glad to meet you too." Martina also held Chris's hand, and the two separated after a moment of meaning .

As for Fopper's husband having the same gender as him, Martina said: What's the matter.Same-sex marriage was passed in Germany in 2000.So she sees a lot.And Yuqing also told her about it beforehand. , so she wasn't surprised at all.

"But you got such a good man. Phoebe, you are really good at it." Martina teased.

"Then just try your best to get one. I believe in you." Fopper said to Martina with a smile.

"I'll try my best." Shrugged: "But now my main thing is to shoot your web drama." Speaking of this, Martina was a little excited: "I have already read the script, to be honest, I think It's funny."

"Of course." Fopper replied confidently.

Fopper is confident, and so is Martina.And look at the two people are so confident.Yuqing also used 120% of her manager's strength.In less than three days, the director of the online drama was found.

"Who are you talking about?!" Fopper was surprised to hear the director Yuqing had found.

"Mark Sendrowski! The director Alexia introduced to me. Although he doesn't have any works, it is said that the director's level is still very good."

"Then he's fine." Nodding: "I still believe in Alexia's level." In fact, the name of Mark Sendrowski, Fopper, is very familiar.In the future, many people may not have heard of the "Four Young Boys in the Workplace" he filmed, but the TV series "The Big Bang Theory" will definitely make people feel thunderous.Both of these TV series have strong comedic features, so Fopper is not afraid that he will make "Exploding Family" crooked.

The director and the main actors are all ready.Of course, the progress of web dramas is also progressing rapidly.In just one week, not only the crew but also other actors are ready.

But just as they were about to start filming, Fopper on the other side was delayed by two things.

"So the Bureau of Investigation will come back tomorrow to investigate?"

"Yeah." Chris nodded to Fopper.

"And "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" is holding a press conference tomorrow? Do I need to be there?

"En!" Fox on the other side also nodded.Fox is a man in his mid-thirties.He hadn't been doing well before, but after being introduced by Alexia, he started working for Fopper full-time.In fact, he made a good choice. It was almost as good as Fox, the public relations officer of Goldfinger Studios in the United States. His base salary was already twice what he had earned when he didn't meet Fopper.Therefore, this is also the reason why he did not run away with the big secret that Fopper and Chris were married.

"One more thing!" Yuqing interjected at the right time: "Actually, I have joined CAA. That is to say, now you will become a star under CAA. Of course, our situation is a bit special, so CAA Also happy to let go and let us be semi-stocked."

In fact, during this period of time, Yuqing has fully realized the difficulty of having no relationship in Hollywood.When "Spirit: Ghost Story" was released, Yuqing was simply unable to move an inch.Even with the help of Lionsgate Pictures.But because Fopper didn't have any interest for them, it also made those filmmakers have some problems with the release of "Spirit: Ghost Story".Otherwise, when "Spirit: Ghost Story" has become popular all over the world, the problem of theaters in North America will not be as serious.

And there are still many problems, such as the relationship between Chris and Fopper, there will never be an impenetrable wall.With Fopper's fame and Chris's fame growing.At that time, the chances of the relationship between the two being discovered will be even greater.You know, if the lonely and helpless Fopper is exposed.Those big groups that have no interest in Fopper will not ignore him.Coupled with the fact that there were obstacles everywhere in filming and audition, Yuqing finally decided to join CAA.

"This...you decide." Fopper decided to let this matter go to his manager.In fact, Fopper also felt that he had not considered this before.Although I have such a big golden finger.But this golden finger is big and small.It has not been able to reach the point of changing the world.And in the context of Hollywood, if you can't change others, then you can only change yourself.

"Then I'll give caa a clear reply. Nod." Yuqing's question was first confirmed.

"Then what's yours next?" Fopper looked at Fox.

"You need to come with me this afternoon." Fox spread his hands: "You can't talk at the scene tomorrow. Not only is that too hasty. It's also because you don't have a big name to that point, even if you The same goes for the investors of this movie. So, this afternoon, you need to meet up with the crew first, and then go to see the situation and communicate with the leading actors. This way you won’t be in a hurry when the reporter asks questions tomorrow. "

"Okay." Nodding, this is a must, so Fopper can only have to complete it: "Then will the press conference be held at night?"

"Fortunately, that's right." Nodding, Fox said, "Because there will be a banquet after the press conference, so you have time to spend your own family visit first."

"Speaking of this banquet, I also know." At this time, Yuqing also interjected: "This time, Lionsgate Films has invited many people in the industry. So you need to prepare well, because you will need to deal with them when the time comes You know, now you are just a third-tier star. Or a third-tier star with some acting skills. The three major film festivals are not popular in Hollywood. Although many people pay attention, more investment In the eyes of Fang and the director, your title of best actor at the Venice Film Festival is just a fart."

"It's really hurtful for you to say that." Although he knew what Yuqing said was the truth.But Fopper still felt uncomfortable being told so bluntly: "Since I have to attend the banquet again, that means I have another expense, right?"

"That's right." Nodding, "It's surprising that I have to tell you again that we're short of funds again." Saying this, Yuqing took out the computer from her handbag, opened it and compared it While speaking: "Although "Smart: Ghost Story" has a high box office, it is divided into stages. The first tranche of 200 million, in addition to 100 million for Hughes to develop the showu website, and the establishment of It was used by the crew of Exploding Family and the PR team. Then the second tranche of $1000 million seemed like a lot, but because you signed a contract with Lionsgate for Mr. and Mrs. Smith, it sounded like $800 million was put into it. And according to the subsequent contract, all the benefits we got from "Spirit: Ghost Story" will be taken into account.

"...Isn't there still 200 million?" After doing the math, 1000 million is subtracted from 800 million, but there are still 200 million left.Fopper felt he could still count.

"Most of it has been invested in the establishment of Goldfinger Studio." Tan Tanshou, Yuqing said helplessly: "Actually, I and Fox's labor union shares have not been received. According to common sense, at least some of your income 15.00% will be taken away by our agents and public relations. But because of the current situation, I have not moved, and Fox will start sharing your interests in the lower part, that is, "Exploded Family" and "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" .”

"Oh, that's right." After a pause, Yuqing continued, "And the money in your current pension fund is also zero."

"...Does that mean I'm still in negative equity?" Fopper suddenly felt that the world was unrealistic.Tired of exhaustion until now, I still owe others money as a co-author.

"That's right." Nodding, Yuqing said helplessly: "And it's not just that, now we have time, so there is no tax, but next year, we need to declare taxes. Taxes are just too high. It puts a fraction of your income in taxes."

"There is a solution." In his memory, Fopper remembered that there is a way to save the country with a curve in American taxes.