Hollywood Domination Chapter 461: PuppetShow

A desperate email from a suspected hijacker? The letter enumerates Jennifer Jefferson's "seven deadly crimes of deceiving the world and stealing her name"? ——It was almost the same as the news that she was held hostage, sent to the hospital, and confirmed intracranial congestion. This news spread all over the world in the shortest possible time, and it was recorded in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Brazil, and Japan. Although the mainstream media in many countries, such as China, South Korea, and China, may not all broadcast the news in real time like the domestic media in the United States, at least small banners on major portal websites are indispensable, and the news is also released within a day. It has become a hot topic for billions of people around the world.

"Everything is false? Such an accusation is so ridiculous that I don't know how to refute it!"

"This is simply too much, it is completely consuming Jennifer! Then I can also write an email, claiming that I am the criminal, and then disclose Jennifer's lies? Okay, then I will disclose a secret— —Her biggest lie is that she's not actually human! She's an angel!"

"The media is a mess! Jennifer is already in such a miserable situation, and she still sends out such exaggerated news, I am really crying! No one told us how Jennifer is now, has she woke up yet? "

"Looking at these photos, can you believe that Jennifer and Josh are in a fake relationship? Such news is so unnutritious!*, isn't it just because Jennifer can't refute it now? Hehe, it's so disgusting. People can't speak!"

In Tieba, forums, light blogs like Tumblr, and new blogs like Twitter, the public opinion that defends Jennifer and condemns the media has undoubtedly gained the upper hand. All the anger was vented on the media, and of course, the anonymous sender, even the police were angered, "Why don't you release more information about the murderer? The media consumes the victim's *, but the police Protect the murderer's eyes? Where is the justice?"

However, unlike online public opinion, in real life, among those people who do not pay much attention to Jennifer Jefferson, the feedback on this incident is completely different from that in the online world—if you only look at the online feedback In other words, this news seems to be beneficial to Jennifer's popularity and increases her sympathy points, but in the real world, people talk about this matter in a more indifferent tone, and their determination of the facts is completely different. One direction...

"Did you see that? That post? That email that Perez Hilton posted on his blog."

"It's the one that was also reported on the news program, right? Of course I saw it. This was the hottest topic on Twitter last night. It's actually a bit disgusting, isn't it? Jennifer is still in the hospital. The news came one after another, and some people said that the police suspected that Jennifer and her ex-husband had actually planned to kill each other—too many rumors.”

"What, murder to silence? Why do you have such an idea? ——This is too ridiculous, Terry was at the party that night, didn't he say that the whole kidnapping came suddenly? Including the gun came later It was given in by coincidence, can this also be premeditated?"

"Who knows? But is that letter real or fake? I mean, did Zade really write it, or did someone else take the opportunity to make a name for themselves?"

"It's hard to say, right? You can only look at the follow-up evidence. Didn't he say that he will send a letter of evidence? If there is no follow-up, it should be fake?"

"——Are you talking about the new development of the Jennifer incident? That letter must be fake, right? It's disgusting, why is such a thing on the news? I mean, the blog that broke the news is understandable, but the news Program? Shouldn’t it be verified before broadcasting?”

"So it cannot be ruled out that it may be true?"

"really? Have you really read that letter? Is the accusation in it true? That's really ridiculous——"

"I don't think it's fake - at least not so sure, this is the entertainment industry, any news is possible, isn't it? Fake love and fake marriage are not so rare in Hollywood, aren't they still there today? Is there a website that has made a similar topic, checking Hollywood couples who seem to be in fake love? The first one is Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson - the website also specifically said that they starred in "Twilight" It was taken by Jennifer's company."

"Isn't it? Eww, this is actually true? So, the part about Oscar is completely acting?"

"Even Michael Jackson molested children, what could not be true? I think it is true-in fact, I think everything in this letter is probably true, or at least 80% It's true."

"Michael Jackson's child molestation seems to be a false accusation?"

"——nah, you know those rich people, manipulating the media, turning the clouds——"

"No, no, he must have been dead when this matter was falsely accused..."

"Are we talking about Jennifer? - If these are true, she must be in trouble, right? False marriage tax evasion and **** are crimes -"

"She has to survive first, doesn't she? And she has to wait for the evidence mail. Didn't the letter say that an open letter will be sent within a week?"

"But I don't think it's true. I mean, you've seen "Pirates of the Caribbean", and she and Josh really showed their true feelings in it!"

Because it was close to the lunch break, and the IT company's office atmosphere has always been quite relaxed, when Judy and Charles walked out of the office together, they could faintly hear the discussions of several female employees leaning on the desk , the two couldn't help exchanging a look, and Charles showed her a rather unnatural smile, "You know, this matter has a lot to do with them, and many people were there at the time, so the employees were also very concerned. "

"Understandable." Judy said, and she glanced at Charles, somewhat worried: he looked as if he hadn't recovered from what happened that night, and he seemed out of his mind. Although in the second round of police questioning, he still withstood the pressure and insisted on saying 'didn't hear clearly' and 'no memory card', but in Judy's opinion, Charles may be exposed in the surrounding of reporters. Flaws, and this makes things more 'interesting'. "Listen, Charles, I can understand how you're feeling now, what happened that night was very sudden to everyone - if you think you need to rest, why not arrange a vacation, go to a villa, a resort near San Francisco Stay for a while—"

"I know what you are worried about, Ms. Ackerman." Charles said, his expression became stronger, "Don't worry, I know what I should bear, and I can withstand it."

Judy looked at him a few times, she let out a sigh of relief, and ticked off the Charles item in the list - anyway, the next thing is not up to her to control, "Very well, reporters have already started gathering at the door Now, remember what I said, Charles, if you can’t hold on anymore and hide out for a while, the vitality of the news will not exceed a week, and the media will soon find new points of interest.”

Charles nodded, and leaned over to press the elevator for Judy. He seemed to be thinking about something, and asked slowly while thinking. "Ms. Ackerman, can I ask you a question?"

Judy raised her eyebrows, and this chubby, listless IT upstart stared at her closely, finally showing a trace of talent, and he asked softly, "This letter can be published on so many news platforms—behind Could it be that there are pushers targeting j.j?"

As an IT person, he was able to capture the possible factors after the news so quickly, which really surprised Judy. She took a serious look at Charles for the first time, thought about it, and then said softly He said, "This is no longer a problem that I can influence, Mr. Colin, with all due respect, you can't help either—we all just need to be ourselves, and there will naturally be someone to deal with problems at this level... "

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“… In any case, Fox News shouldn’t have started this bad start—it’s a bit outrageous to say this, but I have to say this, Rupert, and Fox News should have done this in this matter. If it wasn't for Fox News to report first, media such as ABC, NBC and CNN would never follow up, let alone local stations. In this matter, it was Fox who first broke through news ethics and let other media I have to be forced to follow up." In the spacious and bright study room, Robert Iger was walking back and forth in front of the window with a phone in his hand, his tone was rare and serious, and his usual spring breeze demeanor had disappeared, even though the person on the other end of the phone The interlocutor was Rupert Murdoch, the founder of a multinational group who seemed to be slightly higher than him. He did not put on a low profile, but accused heavily, "Do you have any opinions on Jennifer? Rupert , you want her to become the next Michael Jackson? But it’s unreasonable—”Life of Pi” and “Avatar 2” haven’t been released yet, so don’t worry—”

Before this, although Jennifer's kidnapping incident was also the focus of major media attention, the TV station basically followed the rules. She did not report the negative rumors circulating in the circle of journalists since she was injured. This is why Jennifer's team usually operates effectively, and the relationship in all aspects is well managed. The relationship with the six major companies All very good reasons. The reason why yesterday’s news had such a big impact was that all the major TV stations followed up. In the final analysis, Fox News directly reported on the program after receiving the email, and then Perez Hilton’s blog directly released the full text. This incident immediately became a topic of conversation after dinner, another latest hot topic.

As far as the public's blind trust in the TV media is concerned, no matter whether this letter has a follow-up or not, this news will leave a bad impression on Jennifer. Of course, this may not destroy her acting career, but it will always It's a blemish, like all pornographic ones that have ever been on TV, that will forever remain in her public image, making St. Jennifer less pure white. And that's exactly what a Jennifer-leaning TV station shouldn't be doing—if it's well-documented society news, it's nothing to say, sure to report, but, an unsubstantiated letter? This can also be on the news, so people have to doubt Fox's intentions, and this is exactly what Robert is accusing - if it is not inferred from various logics, Murdoch would not have wanted to destroy Jennifer at this time For the reason, he would not even make this call, but directly put him in the hostile camp.

"If the column team knew that a blogger like Perez Hilton had also received the email, they might have dealt with it coldly. Bob, you really have to believe me on this point. This is another completely new issue for us. The black swan incident, a very bad mistake." Murdoch's voice was also somewhat helpless, "I believe you have noticed that Fox News did not release the specific content of the email, but only reported it as the latest development of the Jennifer incident— — This is a normal news follow-up, isn’t it? It can only be said that all this is self-defeating.”

He sighed, and said with some complaints, "As you said, after Fox, there are two big investment movies waiting to be released. If there is only one TV station in the country, Fox, in this matter Of course we will choose to keep silent - don't I know that every report on this matter may damage the interests of "Avatar 2"? And the marketing strategy of "Pi" - but in the end, it is required It doesn't make sense for the Fox network to keep quiet about this whole thing, after all, this is the age of all the networks - who can shut up all the mouths of all the stations? If they can't shut up all the mouths, then it's pointless, which is her .Damn freedom of the press.”

"I don't mean to blame you, Rupert, you know, ABC also broadcast a similar follow-up news-I also noticed that so far no TV station has publicly discussed the content of the email," Robert said. Almost instinctively, he lowered his voice, "But we have to deal with this matter before it continues to expand—"

Even if he has a huge media empire in his hands, Robert still couldn't help but tremble a little before he said this: After saying it, there is no turning back, and after saying it, this plan will really be put into practice , from the time he entered Disney to the present, decades have passed, Robert has never seen a similar action, and even he doesn't know if it can be successful, but he has never seen such a favorable situation like this conditions, so hopeful that it is close to success-if it can be done, this will be a most rare feat-

"Clean it up?" Murdoch was obviously taken aback, "How to clean it up?"

"You and I, as well as NBC, CBS, the four major TV stations, and of course CW, under your banner, under Time Warner... those newspapers, magazines, and news websites we control." Robert took a deep breath and put All hesitation was ruled out, and he said calmly, "We have reached a united front, blocking all news that is not good for j.j, and cleaning her up."

"What?" Murdoch's British accent became thicker, and he shouted in surprise, "Bob, you—but—how is this possible? Geez, this is the Internet age, how do you It may be able to block the news—”

As if he felt that his surprise was a little too contrived, he paused for a moment, did not continue, but continued to criticize, "Blocking the news requires the consent of all of us, even if you can convince me—— Why do you want to convince other media groups? It’s useless for us to do this—"

"Warner has already promised me." Robert said, "They are tied tightly to j.j... As long as you join, the plan has been completed by 80%."

Among the complex forces in Hollywood, when it comes to TV stations, media and other forces, although Warner does not have a good TV station, it has a great advantage in newspapers, magazines and websites. It is said that Time Warner and News Corp. can occupy the media industry Most of the country, these words are not modest.

"Okay..." Murdoch's hesitation was clearly transmitted from the receiver, "I'm beginning to understand why you asked me to take responsibility when you first came up, because Fox and Jennifer weren't so tied together. Tight, isn’t it?—Of course, I don’t mean to deny it, Fox News did have some faults in this matter...”

He was silent for a while, obviously weighing the pros and cons, while Robert waited patiently, he could almost hear Murdoch thinking: With all the big chains, blocking the news is not costly for the group There are too many costs and not too many risks to speak of, so he really has no strong reason to refuse, but Murdoch also has no strong reason to agree, so he has to weigh the long-term benefits——

"Hey, Bob." Murdoch said, his words almost perfectly confirmed Robert's conjecture-the tone also had a tentative taste, "I know j.j is your favorite, but-why To pay so much for her? I thought-don't call me cold-blooded-but I thought it was a good time to annex Dameng, didn't I? As a semi-independent subsidiary, I thought the speed of Dameng's progress It's enough to arouse your sense of crisis—"

Come on, this is an inevitable question, whether it is for Warner or News Corporation, whether to give Jennifer a hand, of course, does not depend on the right or wrong of this matter, they do not care about the letter The letter is true or false, but concerned about whether it is more profitable to help Jennifer than to step down on her. For Fox, the most direct temptation is the copyright and dividends of "Youth Pi" and "Avatar"-if it can Jennifer and Cesare are in the abyss of litigation, so the money may fall into the pocket of News Corporation. Before Jennifer had an accident, News Corporation certainly wouldn't think about it this way. After all, Jennifer is a well-known cash cow, but now that her life and death are uncertain—

"I heard," Murdoch lowered his voice again and said mysteriously before Robert could respond, "the bullet was really embedded in the spine, and even if she was lucky enough to wake up, she might not be able to stand up for the rest of her life." Get up..."

Even if the situation was urgent, Robert couldn't help laughing to himself—unexpectedly, the news released for the sake of ge would become his hindrance—he said calmly, "Don't think too much, Robert, this is Rumors, I've read the reports, her spine is fine - the brain trauma is also optimistic, Cesare is now assembling a team of lawyers, once she gets the right to sign the operation, her sobriety will be within a few days - otherwise I will Why do you help her like this? Rupert, you know J.J's character, this is a good opportunity to sell favors."

Able to act and wake up—the point is to be able to wake up and provide counseling—under the premise that Robert, who has the most reason to take advantage of the big dream, is now making arrangements for j.j, there is no need for Murdoch to doubt him news, his tone suddenly changed, "I understand——"

He still has a little hesitation, "What step needs to be done? Is it enough to let the news go down within the group and stop actively reporting this matter?"

"No, it's not enough," Robert said, "There must be a series of actions, you'd better give me a number, and then let them directly connect with me."

Noticing that Murdoch's silence was somewhat negative, he sighed, "Rupert, for "Avatar 2" and "Avengers", we need a pure and flawless Jennifer Jefferson Right?"

"Of course." Murdoch seemed taken aback by his hint, "You mean—"

"Then we don't have much time. A week later, the second email will be sent." Robert said in a low voice, "If we don't build a fort now, we may not be able to withstand the shock. "

Even though he is used to the wind and waves, Murdoch's breathing still becomes a little heavy-after all, this involves a box office lucky star and the hundreds of millions or billions of profits she represents-

Interestingly, he didn't ask in detail what would cause the superstar to fall, but he happily promised, "Understood...no problem, if you have already settled Warner, News Corp. will certainly join. "

Resisting the urge to sigh, Robert made an appointment with Murdoch on the details of the cooperation. He hung up the phone, pressed the phone to his chest and pondered for a moment, until he was sure that the phone call just now did not leak any exclusive information. Then he turned on the phone and pressed another number.

"Jeff, it's me, Robert." He said straight to the point, "There's something I want to discuss with you——Me and Rupert, that is, Rupert Murdoch was talking about this just now, I mean, man, we gotta put out this fire around Jennifer for next year's schedule—"

Compared to Murdoch, who is relatively less active, Jeff Bewkes is much more proactive. After all, the script and director of "Code Shero 2" have been found, and they are just waiting for Jennifer's schedule to start shooting , Warner also has shares in "Life Journey", and "The Great Gatsby" is Warner's exclusive investment. If Jennifer dies, this will be her last work. Warner also pointed to the posthumous card to make a lot of money. Well, speaking for Jennifer is completely defending Warner's own interests--is manipulating public opinion a problem for such a tycoon who holds media power? It's not a problem at all -- at least not if there are billions of dollars in sight.

"Hawk, it's me, Robert." After the two major media groups were settled, Robert did not take the initiative to contact NBC's parent company, Viacom, the media group, and Comcast, another TV giant. Called the chairman of Oscar, "Listen, about the Oscar appointment mentioned in that letter-yes, I know it's a nonsense news-until the second letter is sent, but..."

"What do you mean before the second letter is sent?" Hawke Keqi raised his voice, "——what do you mean, Bob?"

"Just want to remind you that there are as many as 5,000 members in the academy." Robert replied calmly, "We have reliable information—or first-hand information, Zad Rupp, that is The stalker? He's got a roll, maybe more tapes, of what he said himself in that house... Do you know what I mean, Hawke?"

"Jesus*," Hawke said, and there was the clang of cutlery on the other end of the phone, followed by chair dragging and footsteps, "ok, you can say now, Robert—I'm listening .”

There was a smile on the corner of Robert's lips, and he said in an unquestionable tone, "Hawk, I know that you and Christopher Dodd from the Film Association are old friends, and now, I need you to do two things... "

One phone call after another, continuous threats, deceptions, lies, promises, analysis... On December 31, the last day of 2011 at 3:30 in the afternoon, when Robert sat down in the conference room of the Film Association, The oval table is already full of elites from major giants and even from all walks of life: regarded as the future successor of Murdoch, the special assistant to the president of News Corporation, the vice president of the media department of Viacom, Time Warner Senior Vice President, member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Judy Ackerman, the most powerful publicist in Hollywood, has several vague consultant titles, gray figures who always appear on committees with unclear meanings... ...

Looking around at the faces of all the people with different expressions: excitement, doubt, deep thought, all kinds of expressions made Robert clearly realize that this is by no means a united group—but he doesn't care about their individual The ghost idea in my heart, the existence of this temporary association has only one purpose——

"Okay," he said, flicking the microphone near his mouth and clearing his throat. "Please take a look, everyone——"

After gaining everyone's attention, he showed a faint smile, "It is often said that the media is the most terrifying force in the world, because it directly connects people's thoughts. It can manipulate people's hearts and turn black and white , it is the mouthpiece of capital and a hotbed of evil—especially in today’s America, everything related to the media industry seems to have original sin. In the eyes of the public, everyone here is using your soul to In exchange for rations—"

With a slight self-deprecating smile, he went on, "And while in the meantime, we're just doing our jobs - like all hardworking Americans, we're just doing a living job -"

There was a soft laugh from the crowd, and Robert looked around at everyone, "—and besides, if, if we want to manipulate their heads, how can they be awake enough to ask this question ?”

The laughter became louder, and amidst the light applause of some people, Robert emphasized, "And this time, when we are united - people will know what it means to reverse black and white, and what it is Manipulating people's hearts, we will make everyone see what we want them to see, think what we want them to think, let Zad Rupp lying in the morgue realize the power of the media-well, I hope he can Live to see this puppet show, after all, it's bound to be great, isn't it?"

He snapped his fingers, his expression became serious, "Now, let the show begin—"

Among the smiling and anticipating eyes inspired by him, Robert dragged out the ending, closed his eyes and snapped his fingers while thinking: "—Tom!"

"Yes!"

"I hope you arrange a Conan show recently, Chris Hanks will be on this show...Dorecy!"

"In!"

"Can you find a congressman, no, find a celebrity, or both, I need..."

"Yes", "Understood", "It can be arranged"-the continuous echoes, like a pair of hands, opened the curtain, moved the scenery, and paved the stage for this big show- Next, it's time to invite the actors to enter...