King of Hollywood Chapter 45: This side and that side
Adrian suddenly had a feeling of wanting to laugh. James Cameron in front of him had a hint of enthusiasm, like a robber who could finally move away the treasure. There was no yelling at countless cameras a few years later. "I am "The King of the World" style.
He was about to speak, the elevator door opened at this time, and the hotel lobby was crowded with people outside. Adrian smiled and gestured to James and Wendell: "Let's find a place to sit down and talk slowly."
Three people came to the bar in the lobby and found a place to get a drink and chatted. James did not hold the Adrian to discuss investment issues as urgently as he could in the elevator, but chatted casually about the movie.
From "Terminator" to "Aliens 2" to "The Abyss" the year before, James talked about everything, even the troubles he encountered when shooting the first work "Piranha 2". How many guessed his thoughts Adrian also just rightly gave a few words, incidentally made a short introduction to himself. At the same time, I also learned that the reason I met James and Wendell here was because the production company also had a party at the Baccarat Hotel.
"It’s such a shame, Ed, I should go to the cinema to see "Memento". That’s definitely an excellent movie." After listening to Adrian’s introduction to his latest work, James did Sighed, as to whether it is true or polite words are unknown.
"You don't like it that much, James, you prefer technology and effects to editing," Adrian smiled and shook his head. "Just like you did not hesitate to dive underwater for a few hours to shoot "The Abyss". ."
"This is true," James did not deny, "The reason why I made the sequel of "Terminator" after 7 years of delay is because their technology can not meet my requirements. Remember I told you just now The final fight with the robot in the first episode of "Terminator" was shot frame by frame. If you change to the present, it will definitely not be so troublesome."
Here he suddenly became excited at this point: "You know, Ed, this time I designed a liquid metal Terminator, T-1000 played by Robert Patrick, and T played by Arnold Schwarzenegger -800 will protect the young future leader and he has wonderful action opponents. As long as you go to my studio to see the completed clips, you will know that your $10 million investment is definitely worth the money.”
"I completely believe, James," Adrian nodded. "As long as you are willing and the producer is no problem, I can send money to your account at any time."
"If I take the liberty, Mr. Adrian, can I know why you must invest?" Wendell, who had never spoken, plugged in at this time, "You said that the company you took over has just improved. There is absolutely no need to join in."
Wendell’s subtext is obvious, and the risk is high, let alone say, 10 million is too little compared to 100 million. Even if the movie finally makes money, Adrian scores not much. James was busy giving his companion a wink, but Wendell didn't seem to see it, staring at the young man in front of him without blinking.
"In my opinion, just the name of James Cameron is worth investing in." Adrian said with ease.
This piece of James and Wendell couldn't help but stunned. After a few minutes, James laughed proudly and stretched out his hand to Adrian: "That's the deal, Ed!"
"But there is one thing I want to declare," Adrian, who held the hand with James, suddenly said again, with an extraordinary solemn tone in his tone, "Only 10 million, no more."
James couldn't help but stunned. He didn't know what the serious Adrian was talking about. It didn't react until Wendell laughed out loud, and then rolled his eyes and smiled bitterly.
Is this investment really not making much money? How is it possible, this is the second part of "Terminator"! Even if the box office remains unchanged, Adrian has nearly double the profit, which is already very good. Of course, his goal is not in this movie. Since God let him meet James Cameron here, and he just happened to encounter the other party’s distress for the funds of "Terminator 2", it is really unreasonable not to make emotional investments.
It is only a few years since James Cameron became a first-line director. It is the current "Terminator 2" that has made him stable, so there is no better time than now. As long as you think about how many technologies and records have been born from this technological maniac, it is absolutely necessary to pull together now, just...
Sure enough, just like what I remembered, shooting "Terminator 2" has already begun to burn money unscrupulously. I can imagine the crazy look of this guy when making the movie with the largest investment in history a few years later. On the way back, Adrian thought while driving. However, this is fine. The timing is just right. James Cameron will not be a problem, but Spielberg, can you convince the other party without using the ace?
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"Don’t worry, Holmes, I promise that the production of "Hook" will be completed as scheduled. You don’t have to be in this mood." Spielberg reached out and pressed in the air, as if he wanted to sit on another one. The producer of Sony on the single sofa is at ease.
"Okay, Steven, we are old friends too. I don't want to hide you. The company hopes this movie will be released in the summer vacation," Holmes sighed. "You know, Peter Pan, Hook, Wendy, little fairy, children's favorite."
"Summer vacation file? Unfortunately, Holmes, this is unlikely," Spielberg shrugged and picked up the coffee in front of him, "I still have a lot of things to do, and I won't Allowing the film's later work to be perfunctory."
"How could it be perfunctory, Steven, just speed up the progress a little bit." Holmes spread his hand.
"The time we work together is not too short, Holmes, you know what I do." Spielberg didn't mean anything at all. "Actually, Christmas files are also a good choice, aren't they?"
Homs stared at him for a while: "Because of that? We rejected the investment?"
"How can you say such things, Holmes!" Spielberg frowned.
"That's it, please, Steven, I know you've always wanted to make this movie, no one will like it. Instead of spending money on it, it would be better to donate it." Holmes shook his head stubbornly.
"You are insulting me, Holmes!" Spielberg's tone became fierce. "In the past few years, I haven't thought about handing it over to others, but no one is willing. Take over, since that's the case, I'll make the film with my own hands! It's no big deal if they refuse me, but what you say now is really disappointing me!"
So the two looked at each other for a while, and Holmes finally sighed and softened: "Well, I apologize, Steven, I offended you, I'm sorry."
Spielberg also sighed. He knew that the other party was not malicious: "So, Holmes."
"Just like that, Christmas file, I will tell them." Holmes nodded and got up and left the office.
spied each other out, and Spielberg sat quietly on the sofa again for a few minutes without knowing what to think about, and then got up and came to the back of the desk to read the documents.
At this time, the phone on the table rang: "Mr. Steven, here is a Mr. Adrian·Kewell looking for you. He said he has an appointment with you."
Spielberg was stunned for a moment. After seeing the time, he reacted immediately: "Yes, yes, please come in."
Adrian·Kewell. He read the name a few times in his heart, and the scene that night came to mind. He didn't want to go to the party, but Elaine personally called to invite him.
The young man initially gave him a very good impression. He was humble and polite, he behaved well, and had his own opinions on people and things. And he has also seen the movie that has been praised by film critics before. The editing is very subtle, and a simple story is so brilliant. This young man is very good and has the potential ~IndoMTL.com~ is that the utility is a bit heavy, and I said so much for the last sentence.
Thinking that Spielberg could not help shaking his head slightly, he didn’t think utilitarianism was a bad thing. He had made movies for so many years and he knew how real Hollywood is. He just feels that this young man is a little irritable. If the other party is a little more stable, he will find a chance to say this next time, he will definitely consider it carefully, now...
"Hello, Ed, I'm glad we met again so soon." When the young face appeared at the door, Spielberg stood up and reached out and shook his hand.
"Thank you for taking the time, Steven." Adrian with a humble smile makes it easy to feel good.
sat down on the two sides of the desk, and after a few words, they turned to the topic.
"I remember when you left the party last time, you said you wanted to adapt a science fiction novel into a movie, did you?" Spielberg asked first.
"Yes." Adrian nodded, then put the book in his hand on the desk and pushed it in front of him. "A science fiction novel about dinosaurs is very interesting."
"About dinosaurs?" Spielberg raised his eyebrows unconsciously. When he picked up the book on the table and looked at it, he was suddenly surprised.
"Mr. Clayton's "Jurassic Park"," Adrian's voice rang again, "When I first published it last year, I had people contact him, and finally got the film after many twists and turns. Adaptation rights. Michael and I have made several phone calls. We agree that it is the best choice for you to direct and produce this movie."
(The state of these days is not very good, and the manuscript is almost gone, everyone recommends and encourages)