Chapter 37 Simple and Direct
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The negotiations were completely deadlocked. 20th Century Fox's attitude was very clear. Duke did not want to make concessions for the time being. While continuing to negotiate with Fox, Nancy was also in contact with other film companies. Unfortunately, there was no good news for a while. return.
Duke is not idle either, the agency has already completed the business of registering the studio in Delaware for him, he simply rented two offices in North Hollywood, and outsourced the studio finances to his own team of accountants, and then hired The only official employee—a Latino woman in her forties—dedicates cleaning and making phone calls.
As for the studio's registered name, Duke directly used his own name, which was called 'Duke'.
In addition, Duke also communicated with John Schwartzman, a photographer recommended by Sofia Coppola, and Zach Snyder who came to Los Angeles. He also went to the Golden Gate Bridge to shoot some real scenes. In terms of application and other aspects, the three can find a common language, especially the latter two have always wanted to enter the film industry, and also promised to join Duke's production team if conditions permit.
Duke Studio has an office location, which also facilitates Duke and the two screenwriters hired. Every once in a while, the three will meet in North Hollywood, Duke will review the plot they wrote, and then exchange ideas with each other. Duke also Promised to them that if a film company opened the script, they could sign their name on it.
It's not just a simple signature, as long as the name is written in the screenwriter's column, they can share the screenwriter's salary for the film.
It's also a means of sparking their enthusiasm and motivation.
Let's put it this way, Duke.
In the office, Sophia, who was sitting across from the small simple desk, put down the script she had just finished writing. This new script can only see your endless desire to destroy. It's simply a collection of all the vulgar elements of the summer vacation.
You're right. Duke didn't lift his head, but the audience liked it.
Apart from business and box office... Sophia couldn't hold back and said what she had been wanting to say recently, Don't you want to pursue something in art?
Of course I do.
Putting down the pen, Duke raised his head and looked into Sophia's dark eyes, I also want to be a master of art that the world admires, but I can't do it now, my shooting and production methods are still very immature, you can also learn from Life and Death It can be seen from the speed of the hour that narrative ability and emotional conflict are my weaknesses, if I give up the best commercial production at this time and turn to the field of literary films, there is only one way to fail.
Those black eyes are also looking at Duke. Sophia naturally understands that Duke is telling the truth. The story and structure of Speed of Life and Death are relatively simple. The most attractive thing is the thrill. She and Duke experienced together. After more than two months of filming, it can be seen that compared to the popular action scenes, his literary skills are obviously worse.
No one in this world is born with everything, and not everything deserves to be acquired by me. Duke smiled at her, I need to continue to hone my various skills in directing...
You can turn to independent films, Sophia said deliberately.
Then I will soon be forgotten by the mainstream film industry. Duke put his hands on the table and took the conversation as a break, I don't have enough capital yet, if I fail to transform now, I will definitely be eliminated by the fiercely competitive Hollywood. But when I have three or four super-selling movies, even if the transition fails in the future, I can continue to come back and be a commercial director.”
In fact, this is also his true idea. With enough capital, even if the transformation fails in the future, the big deal is to come back and become Michael Bay.
That's all a long way off. Sophia hit him flatly, You haven't found a suitable investor for your second work, and if this continues, the $500,000 you just borrowed will soon be Use up.
Maybe I should give up investing in movies... Duke was also somewhat helpless, Accept the conditions of 20th Century Fox?
I can't give you any advice.
Hearing Sophia's nasal voice, Duke could only sigh. When he didn't take the first step, he felt that the first step was the hardest, but when he had some capital and wanted to pursue more, he found that things were far Far from being as easy as I thought, even with enough expectations for the difficulty and complexity of Hollywood, the truth is more difficult than expected.
It's not surprising to think about it. With Alien 2, Terminator 2 and True Lies as the capital of James Cameron, he was not almost forced to commit suicide by 20th Century Fox and Paramount when he made the big ship. '?
A few days ago, Nancy had a gossip. It is said that Warner Bros. is very interested in Brave to the Dead Island, but they have not contacted him so far. I think it is either real gossip or Warner Bros. is really interested, but wants to wait and see.
Nancy also specifically told Duke to hold his breath. Waiting for a movie project for a year or even longer is the most normal situation in Hollywood.
The knock on the door suddenly sounded, Sophia walked over and opened the door. It turned out to be Naomi Watts who walked in. She greeted Sophia with a smile, and walked over, obviously looking for Duke.
Hi Nami. Sit wherever you want.
I heard from Nancy that your studio was established. She was not polite, and sat directly in Sophia's seat. So come and see, and congratulate you by the way.
Duke... Sophia on the other side had already packed her bags, I still have something to do, I'll go first.
He waved his hand over there, and after Sophia closed the door, Duke turned his attention to Naomi Watts.
Her golden curls had just been done, and she had delicate makeup on her face. Although she was not wearing a formal dress, she was wearing a more formal dress, as if she was going to a party.
is it beautiful?
The two had already had substantial physical contact, so Naomi simply got closer, Duke leaned forward, pinched her small chin, and hooked towards him.
Just when Duke wanted to print those two red lips, Naomi ducked aside, I spent half an afternoon putting on makeup, do you want to ruin it?
You look very attractive today.
While speaking, Duke suddenly felt a smooth and exquisite foot stretched out under the desk to lift his trousers, and the two soft toes were gently rubbing the protruding knuckles on the ankles.
In a closed room. Duke tilted his head and looked at Naomi with a hint of aggression in his eyes, It's a very dangerous thing for a beautiful woman to tease a man.
So you think I'm pretty? She turned her head slightly, squinting at Duke, It's like it's the first time you say I'm pretty.
Besides being too thin... Duke felt the foot retracted and shrugged. You're one of the most beautiful Hollywood actresses I've ever seen.
Makeup is a magical technique, which is enough to turn an ordinary face into a radiant star face, just like most of the later Hollywood actresses with good appearance and acting skills, Naomi's cost is not bad, the same She was also extremely thin, especially since Duke had pressed her under her body, and it was definitely not as enjoyable as her beautiful appearance seemed.
After casually chatting about the topic of the studio, Duke could see that Naomi came here, definitely not because of men and women.
Is something wrong? Duke asked directly.
Do you have time tonight?
Under the desk, Naomi poked Duke again with her foot, and seeing him nod, she said, Would you like to go to the party in Beaver Hills with me?
Her voice was soft and soft, and her foot slipped up Duke's trousers.
Although Duke hasn't touched a woman since his relationship with Naomi Watts, he's not tempted by this level of flirtation. Asking, Where to?
You are really boring. Naomi Watts couldn't help but curled her lips, Don't you need to relax besides work?
Okay. Duke nodded, then asked, Where to?
Beverly Hills... Naomi Watts stood up, walked around the desk, and pulled Duke up by the sleeve. Tom Cruise's mansion!
As Naomi Watts walked out of the studio holding Duke, Naomi Watts couldn't help but think of the only night the two were together. Duke's body was great, his strength was great, and his technique was great. Those two times were simply physical. It is the greatest enjoyment in the past, but the communication between the two is definitely not pleasant after the event, especially after lying down and chatting together after the second excitement, the topics he said have never been far from the movies, it seems that he only has movies in his heart.
There was a moment when Naomi was also tempted, and she was very tempted. If she used these means to develop into a lover, it would be good for her future.
But she quickly gave up the idea. First, her brokerage contract did not allow it, and secondly, the other party was obviously a clear-headed but extremely egoistic person.
Naomi is not an innocent girl with no experience in love. She understands that if she wants such a person to nod and admit that she is his girlfriend, she has to pay many times more than the other party. This requires a lot of time and energy, which will seriously affect her just now. Beginning the road to stardom.
Even, she may have to completely sacrifice her acting career.
Is it worth giving up a potentially glamorous future for a relationship with an uncertain future? She doesn't think it's worth it.
No one can see into other people's hearts, and Duke is also the exception. He is a guy who is full of movies. He doesn't bother to guess what women think. If they feel okay with each other, then they can come together temporarily. When they feel bad, Goodbye then.
In this respect, like the cheerleader who was thrown away by him and picked up by Rick Solomon after only two nights, Duke's thoughts and actions have always been straightforward. (My novel Made in Hollywood will have more fresh content on the official WeChat platform, and there will also be a 100% lucky draw gift for everyone! Open WeChat now, click the + sign on the upper right to Add a friend, search for The public number qdread and pay attention, hurry up!)