American Peanuts

Chapter 22 The Backside of Hollywood
Charlie reached a consensus with his subordinates, and the "Memorial Book" project was officially launched.

"If done well, it may form a new business line, which can be called 'cultural derivatives'. Don't treat this as a one-time deal." Charlie did not forget to warn.

It's a bit similar to product peripherals, such as bunny girl costumes, matching high heels for girls, ripped socks, etc.This kind of product often has a high profit margin, but it also needs marketing and a "story". However, PLAYBOY has a history of more than 50 years, and the most important thing is a story.

Taking a closer look, if the project is successful, it will not only relieve the company's financial pressure, but also bring a large amount of cash to itself.

Another point is that although the girls who have been in the news have signed confidentiality agreements, there is still a possibility that things will be exposed. It is safer to have them all under your nose. Besides, they can also create a lot of profits. .

It's just a one-shot.

After watching Richard leave the office, Charlie dialed a phone number. The contact person was "Miss X". It was Miss X who helped him contact many of his former "playmates" three months ago.

The call was quickly connected, but was immediately hung up. It was probably because he was busy.

After another 15 minutes, the other party called back.

"You promised that you would never contact me again. What's the matter?" There was a slightly deep female voice on the other end of the phone. It could be heard that she was very alert.

"I have a job now." Charlie leaned on the cushion and looked out the window at the blue sky and white clouds.

"A good-paying job in Chicago. You can make a lot more money than you can in Hollywood as a walk-on. You don't have to endure the disgusting looks of pot-bellied producers, and you don't have to worry about when the rent will be due. There’s no need to buy discounted clothes when they expire.”

"You want to raise a wild woman outside the family?" The conversation on the other end of the phone changed.

Charlie laughed dumbly: "In workplace language, this is called human resources."

"How much are you going to give me?" The other party seemed to show interest.

"This needs to be discussed in detail. I will book a flight to Chicago first and we can discuss it in detail in person."

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"I have to think about it again... The interview is here, I'll call you back later." Atisgo hung up the phone in a hurry and stood up from the chair.

"I'm here!"

"Good, come with me." The man in a suit and ties said.

Samuel Artis is 28 years old this year. He is a "marginal person" in Hollywood. He has appeared in more than a dozen TV series and movies, including "Basketball Brothers Season [-]", "Entourage Season [-]" and "Crime Scene". Investigation: New York", "Three Living Together", "Peach Blossoms", "Psychic", "The Scorpion King", etc.

In fact, most of them are small productions, and all of them are small roles.This is certainly better than a newcomer, but it can't go any further. If you just keep going up and down like this, you won't be able to earn much money, and you can barely eat and wear.

Artis followed all the way to the end of the corridor, where there was an elevator.

"Isn't the audition on this floor?" she said hesitantly.

"Mr. Weinstein's plans have changed temporarily. He is waiting for you in the hotel room on the top floor." The other party explained impatiently.

"Guest room?" Atis couldn't help but clenched the resume in her hand.

"Is there a problem?"

"No, sorry." Summer Artis walked into the elevator.

Harvey Weinstein has been making waves in Hollywood as early as 10 years ago. He is a well-known producer, director, and screenwriter.Personally discovered famous directors such as Peter Jackson and Quentin Tarantino, and popular actors include: Meryl Streep, Gwyneth Paltrow (Pepper Pepper) and many other actresses .He has participated in the production and distribution of many outstanding films including "Good Will Hunting", "Shakespeare in Love", "The Beautiful Legend of Sicily" and "Lord of the Rings 3".It even obtained the distribution rights for many Chinese films in North America.

I finally got this opportunity. If it goes well, I will be able to join the crew of "First Blood 4"!
Risks and opportunities coexist, right?
As the elevator slowly ascended, Artis lowered her head, clutching the pepper spray in her handbag.

"He's inside, you can go in." The other party pointed forward, then turned and left.

Artis looked over and saw two bodyguards standing at the door, one on the left and one on the right holding the door firmly.

As she approached, one of them took the initiative to open the door, tilted his head, and motioned for her to walk in.

With the door closed, Artis saw the Hollywood boss.

His hair was gray and messy, his face was covered with stubble, he was fat, ugly, and slovenly, and he was only wearing a bathrobe!A wisp of chest hair can still be seen vaguely on the open chest.

This made Atis feel sick.

"Sorry, I was just going to take a shower." Weinstein waved to her.

"You invited me to star in "First Blood 4", I'm here today..." Artis held up her resume and covered herself.

"I know what you're here for, come here." Weinstein sat on the bed, the hem of his bathrobe naturally open.

Shit!Atis saw that the thing was only the size of a little finger, and it was as disgusting as a bunch of rotting grapes.

Weinstein did not shy away from looking at Artis, and the smile on his face looked very evil.He was very satisfied with this dark brown-haired actress who had appeared on many magazine covers.
"The heroine will be finalized today. I think you should come and give me a massage first, even if you give me a shoulder squeeze? By the way, do you want to watch me take a bath?"

"I'm leaving." Atis turned around with a gloomy face.

I went to pull the door handle, only to find that it was locked from the outside.

"Let me out!" She pulled the handle frantically, but the heavy wooden door wouldn't budge.

"Where do you want to go?" Weinstein's cold voice appeared from behind.

He rushed over, weighing 220 pounds, and suppressed Artisi unable to move.

"Take your dirty hands away!" Atis sprayed pepper spray on his face.

"Ah!!! You fucking!" Weinstein howled like a pig, and stepped back covering his face.

"Son of a bitch." Atis picked up the desk lamp on the side and shined it on his head.

Her mind went blank, she just wanted to stop this fat son of a bitch from moving.

"Help! Help!" Weinstein began to plead for help.

Two security guards quickly rushed in and escorted Artis out.Before leaving, he kicked the man on the ground a few times and spit at him twice.

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Los Angeles Police Department, Hollywood District.

"Go in!"

"Boom!" The iron door of the detention room slammed shut.

Atis moved her wrists and looked at the several women in the detention room. The one leaning in the corner was obviously a poisonous insect, with sunken eye sockets and twitching from time to time. The woman next to the corner was curled up, her legs were together and arched, and there was a large bruise on her right eye. Qing, I guess I just had a fight with my husband.Not far away, three women were scantily clad, with collars pulled down to their navels, heavy makeup, and large tattoos on their arms.

Well, it looks like tonight I'm going to be hanging out with drug addicts, victims of domestic violence, and streetwalkers.

She had called the lawyer before coming in, but the phone number on the business card was suddenly down. As for her parents, they couldn't do much to help.Forget it, it’s better not to let the two of you be frightened.

At present, it seems that the only person who can help me is the landlord, provided that I pay back the rent I owe first.

grass!Atis hit the railing lightly with her forehead.

Far away, she saw a familiar well-dressed man, Weinstein's lawyer, and beside him was a Los Angeles PLC in uniform, with a pattern of golden oak leaves embroidered on his chest and armbands.

Artis couldn't distinguish the police rank, but she felt that this person had a high position because all the detectives passing by would nod in greeting.

She had a faint feeling of bad premonition.

The two of them talked quietly for a while, and then the detective called one of his men, and then pointed at him from a distance.

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"Bang!" Atis's eyes were filled with dizziness. She could feel that her nose was bleeding, and maybe the bridge of her nose was crooked.

A force pulled her hair and jerked her up.

The lamp on the interrogation table was facing her, illuminating her face palely.

"We have now made it clear that you actively seduced Mr. Weinstein in order to get a movie role, and after Weinstein refused, you actively attacked him."

"Sign it, you can leave after signing. Otherwise, we can play with you slowly!" In the backlight, the speaker's face could not be seen clearly, and only a sinister voice could be heard.

"You have colluded to frame me. I want to find reporters and I want to find lawyers!" Atis yelled.

Then I felt my neck being strangled tightly.

"This little actress is really good at howling. Leta took off her socks and stuffed them into her mouth."

"I think if you stop talking nonsense to her, take off her clothes and put her on the table, she will definitely give in." A burst of obscene laughter sounded in the interrogation room.

"Yes, this woman is very dangerous. She may have stuffed some contraband. We need to check it thoroughly!"

Atis felt a sense of despair and tears fell down her cheeks.

Then the door suddenly opened and a sound came from outside.

"Boss, this woman's lawyer is here and wants to see her now!"

Lawyer, where did the lawyer come from?

Even Atis herself was very confused.

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