I’m in Hollywood Chapter 276: Premonition

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Frank Wells was sent away, and Eric welcomed Chairman William.EE of Fox TV Station into the office.

"William, how was the performance of Fox TV Station during this time?" Eric sat down on the office sofa and did not rush to ask William. Bell's idea, but talked about the status of Fox TV Station.

Hearing this question, William. Bell is slightly excited. Although Fox TV Station's top leader is Barry Diller, but as the second leader, because of 《Friends》, Fox TV Station's rising momentum is strong, so William. Bell also had a good time during this time, originally He saw that the general Manager executives of the three major TV Station felt a little unable to lift their heads. Now even in the face of the three major TV Station Chairman, William. Bell can also hold his head high.

"Very good, Eric, the finale of the first season of 《Friends》 a few days ago, the average number of viewers reached 28 million, and the average number of viewers in the first quarter also reached the scale of 23 million, which will undoubtedly be this year ’s TV series The viewing champion. Although 《Friends》 has finished broadcasting, the fixed audience of Fox TV Station has also reached 11 million. By the way, we also have a cartoon with a very good result, called "The Simpsons". The average audience has reached 13 million. The company has already The second season has been renewed ... "

Eric listened patiently and nodded from time to time. After William. Bell finished, Eric asked: "So, William, what are you doing with me today?"

William. Bell said: "It's about the two programs" X-Files "and" Who Wants to Be a Millionaire ", Mr. Diller wants to start the production of these two programs as soon as possible, by the way, Eric, I remember the original plan" "X-Files" isn't it going to produce the first episode this month, why hasn't it moved yet? "

Eric also showed a helpless look on his face. Although his original plan was indeed like this, the plan will never catch up with the changes, because the two companies Firefly and Fox attach importance to "X-Files". The two producers dispatched by the two companies will have differences in many ways, and often make a decision to Eric here. As a result, the preparation progress has been delayed.

Additionally, although "X-Files" has now identified the leading actor, Heroine still has no clue. It is estimated that it can be turned on in January next year. However, Eric is not in a hurry. The financial situation at the end of Firefly began to be a bit tight. Therefore, it is also a good way to start the production of "X-Files" after the 《Running Out of Time》 and 《Friends》 are accounted for at the end of this month.

As for "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?", this show is quite simple, and Eric is not in a hurry. And it is still a question of funds. Although this program is very simple, it also requires millions of investment, half of which is from Firefly. Because of Cisco, Eric has transferred the previous 10 million USD to the investment company account hosted by Chris Hansson. Now the joint activity funds of Firefly and the new line do not exceed 10 million USD, which is required for the video tape and 《Scent of a Woman》 of "An Affair to Remember". So everything has to wait until the end of the month 《Running Out of Time》 and 《Friends》 the sum of 100 million 17 million into the account.

Eric did not shy away. He told his difficulties to William. Bell, only to say: "William, you see. Firefly is running out of money now, so that part of our funds can't be invested in time. "X-Files" will be premiered in September next year, and now the time is very ample. As for "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?", it will definitely be launched together with the spring drama of the American drama in March. The one-month preparation and promotion of this program is enough. "

"But ..." Eric said it was justified, plus the identity of the other party with a layer of 'Boss' on it, William. Bell did n’t know what to say, he did n’t even understand why Barry Diller had to let When I came to myself, the tone was so tough and urgent.

"Eric. To be honest, this time it was Mr. Diller that let me come." William. Bell's appearance of pushing the heart: "I think that there may be 《Friends》 broadcast that was robbed by the three major TV Station. Mr. Diller Worried about things going wrong. "

Eric laughed: "This kind of worry is completely unnecessary. William and Firefly now own 10% of Fox. How could I not stand up to the point of handing over the TV show to others? Besides, we signed the contract , What are you worried about? "

William. Bell actually thought this way in the end, and finally had to say: "Eric, otherwise, you call to explain to Mr. Diller yourself, otherwise I have no way to go back and explain."

"Okay, I will fight." Eric shrugged helplessly, and had some sympathy for this cautious Chairman. To be honest, although working for a film and television industry giant such as Fox, it is on the head Having a strong boss is indeed a very useless thing. Eric estimates that the Disney Chairman Frank Wells that has just left is in a similar situation to the William. Bell in front of him. Both Michael Eisner and Barry Diller are very strong people.

When Barry Diller received the Eric call, his tone was obviously surprised. Hearing what Eric said, Barry Diller on the other side of the phone realized that he might have made a mistake, but since something had happened, he had to If I agree with Eric's statement casually, I finally urged Eric to prepare for "X-Files" as soon as possible, and then hung up the phone.

It's 10:00 AM to send away William Bell, who was relieved.

Alan knocked on the door of the office and walked in. Seeing Eric leaning on the executive chair as if thinking about something, he said softly: "The audition on the Eric and Fox studios must have started. Do you still want to participate? ? "

Eric shook his head, but immediately nodded, said: "Go ahead, yes, Alan, do you feel a little strange?"

"Which way?" Alan asked to walk out of the office beside Eric.

Eric rubbed temple(s) and said: "Maybe I was too tired during this time, because of nervousness. However, I always feel something is wrong there."

The Alan pauses, suggesting: "Otherwise, Eric, will you go back and rest for a day?"

"No need," Eric shook his head: "If the Heroine can be selected directly, even the third round of interviews can be omitted, anyway, it has been so many days."

The two came to the parking lot silently. The driver of the company greeted Eric and ran down to open the door for Eric. Eric thanked him. He just got into the car and suddenly shrank back. Raise the voice and say: "I thought of it!"

Alan and the driver both looked at Eric strangely.

Eric is also aware of his gaffe, and said: "Let's get in the car and talk."

After the launch of car, Eric said the next two Chairman to the assistant sitting on the co-pilot, and then said: "Alan, did you find that today they are looking for the door together, it seems too urgent?" /

"Urgent?" Alan thought about it and laughed: "If this kind of thing comes to me, I will be anxious, Eric, I think you still need to rest."

Eric shrugged and stopped talking, but the feeling in his heart still did n’t dissipate, but he did n’t know what was going on.

......

When Eric reached the Fox studio, the audition in a small studio had already begun. Eric directly pushed the door and entered the audition room. The center of the judges ’table was empty. Eric greeted everyone and sat down in the middle position without any politeness.

"This lady, please continue," sitting in a chair, an assistant handed him the audition Actor information, and Eric stood in the middle of the room, because of his sudden arrival, she was overwhelmed by the girl Nodded.

The woman paused and continued some jerky performances.

Although there are many people auditioning, auditioning is not fast, only seven or eight in an hour.

Another tough-looking woman walked out of the room and sat on the left side of Eric. David Greenwalt, a producer from Fox, said: "This Actor named Sharon Stone is very good, not only has enough acting experience, And the appearance has also met the requirements of Heroine Dana Scarlett. "

After finishing talking about David, I looked at Eric on the right and asked Eric to absently write down and write on the paper. Just after Sharon Stone walked in the door, David found that Eric was a little absent, even all Not much to watch each other's performance.

The man on the right side of Eric is Hans Whittle, who was involved in the production of the 《Cocoon》 series, so he was dug up to be the producer of Firefly in the "X-Files" series. Seeing that Eric was silent, Hans was curious He glanced at the paper Eric was writing on.

"Basic Instinct, what does this mean?" Hans Whittle asked curiously.

Eric raised his head and saw that they were both staring at themselves, and then explained: "Nothing, I just remembered a good script, and I was a little distracted."

The two producers were a little surprised and admired. I did n’t expect script to come up with Eric. However, they did not forget what a few people were doing, ridiculed a few words, Hans asked: "Eric, what do you think of Sharon Stone just now?"

Eric shook his head: "No."

David Greenwalt reluctantly asked: "Eric, I think Sharon Stone fully complies with your requirements. The acting skills are adequate, the age is appropriate, and the temperament is also in line with your settings. Why not, or else , We put her in the third round of candidates? "(Unfinished to be continued)