Full-time actor

Chapter 440 [5] Meeting an old friend in a foreign land and meeting a real boss!
Hollywood, located on the west coast of Los Angeles, is surrounded by mountains and rivers and has pleasant scenery.

This place was first discovered by photographers when they were looking for locations. Around the beginning of the 20th century, it attracted many photographers, and then some small companies and independent producers who wanted to escape the control of patent companies.

They came one after another and gradually formed a film center.

The most famous landmark is probably the row of Hollywood. The row of white letters hanging on Beverly Hills is also the iconic coordinates of Hollywood!
It doesn’t seem like much from a distance, but in fact, the height of each letter is 13.7 meters. It is a famous building in Los Angeles and can often be seen in movies and television.

However, it must be mentioned that in 1932, a new actress committed suicide by falling off a cliff on the "D" of this sign because she could not withstand the blow of failure.

So after this incident, Hollywood has banned access to the letter sign, and you can only take photos through telescopes at the observatory.

In one afternoon, Chen Yu visited this holy place that filmmakers around the world yearn for.

Of course, he also saw the stars on the Avenue of Stars, the wax figure of Tussauds, and the various palm and foot prints in front of the Huaxia Theater; and at the Oscar Dolby Theater that will be held in March, Chen Yu will also attend Went to take a look.

It must be mentioned that this Dolby Theater is named after it.

Whoever has money can give this theater his own name. For example, if Chen Yu is rich, he can name it "Chen Yu Theater". A few years ago, this theater was called Kodak Theater.

When it comes to making money, Lao Mei is indeed very professional and can pick up anything.

This naming fee can amount to tens of millions of dollars a year, which is simply a pleasure to earn.

"In this year's Oscars, "House of Flying Daggers" should be shortlisted as expected!"

"Chan, you may have to come by the end of February!"

Larson said on the side, and they were walking towards Beverly Hills.

Not so much visiting the sights, but going to his boss Richard Lovett's... home.

At first, Chen Yu thought that Richard's banquet was just for everyone to go to a restaurant to have a meal together, but he obviously underestimated the American definition of a dinner party.

Damn it, what he calls a meal is a private party!

Chen Yu has indeed forgotten his other identity - the boss of CAA, which is also a giant in Hollywood!

How could it be so simple if he invited him to dinner?
Beverly Hills is the most luxurious and wealthy residential area in the Los Angeles area.

The permanent population here is about 32,000, but the number of people who come for sightseeing, shopping and work can expand this number five to six times.

There are more stars and celebrities gathered here than any other city in the world, and many world-famous agencies and production companies are also located here.

There are always some Mexican guys on both sides of Sunset Boulevard, selling star maps to tourists and star-struck fans. The maps mark the home addresses of Hollywood celebrities from the past and present.

What is different from domestic scalpers is that most of these addresses are real, provided you can get in.

One of Richard's properties is in Beverly Hills.

There are no slums in the entire residence. The blocks are neatly planned and the trees are well-proportioned. Each street has a different tree species. You can feel the singing of birds and the fragrance of flowers all year round.

Public facilities such as telephone poles are hidden in alleys. The most luxurious residences are concentrated on the hills in the north of the city, while the more modest residences are in the south of the city.

Richard's estate, yes, the estate, is located in the famous villa complex north of Beverly Hills.

I have to say, this guy is really rich.

His manor covers an area of ​​half an acre, with more than 2000 square meters of manor and mansion. Chen Yu was a little stunned when he saw it.

Spread out in strips along the palm-shaded avenue, the entire estate is in blue and consists of swimming pools, bars, cafes, high-end villa suites and various gardens. The entire design is in the style of the Renaissance era!
Damn, this is how rich people in this world open up!
"Chan, don't be surprised. This is my father's property, not mine. It's just that he doesn't live here and was temporarily requisitioned by me!"

Haha, I believed a ghost.

Richard took Chen Yu to visit his residence. Of course Larson was not qualified to stay here. Although CAA employees and the boss jointly hold shares, it seems fair, but the boss is the boss, and you employees should be good employees. duty.

Chen Yu finally felt what it meant to be a truly wealthy person.

His little wealth is indeed not enough in front of Richard.

"You take a rest here!"

"I asked the servants to prepare the dinner for the party and decorate the style... I'll excuse you for a while!"

Richard greeted Chen Yu and arranged Chen Yu next to the swimming pool. Behind him was a private bar with many expensive and famous wines.

Two hot girls wanted to develop something with Chen Yu, but Chen Yu politely refused... They had no choice but to wear bikinis and jump into the swimming pool, while Chen Yu watched everywhere along the manor. He wanted to See the corrupt lives of wealthy Americans.

It is indeed corruption!

After experiencing this kind of indulgence, how can I think about the slums?

After wandering around casually, Richard actually dragged a Chinese-looking man to the lounge. Chen Yu looked vaguely familiar.

No, didn't this guy say he only hired Tom Cruise and a few Mission: Impossible screenwriters?
Why are there others?
"Chan, do you still need me to introduce this person? You should know each other, right?"

Richard pointed at the Chinese man next to him. Chen Yu was a little embarrassed. Damn it... he really didn't know him.

It looked familiar. I must have seen Chen Yu somewhere, but I just couldn't remember who it was. He looked like a middle-aged man with a square face and a square face. His demeanor looked like that of an official in the system. But it would be unusual for a civil servant to go abroad. Easy.

"Chen Yu, I've heard about you for a long time!"

Yang Buting took the initiative to smile at Chen Yu and said in Chinese: "I am Yang Buting, do you know?"

My day!

Chen Yu didn't know anything at this moment, so he hurriedly stepped forward and shook hands with him: "Director Yang, hello, hello!"

The current top leader of China Film Group is Han Sanpin's boss; he also has a very impressive position, the chairman of China Film Overseas Promotion Co., Ltd., and his main responsibility is...investment.

The people Hollywood will also want to court in the future are money.

The key is that this person has made outstanding contributions to Chinese films and has a very high status. Unlike Mr. Han who promotes new directors and invests in new movies, he has a greater promotion effect on the entire Chinese film industry.

Presided over the development project of China’s first 70mm/8-hole and 10-hole cameras!

Hosted the Digital Filmmaking Technology!

I also hosted research on the Huaxia Cinema computer ticketing management system.

After this project came out, Internet ticket purchasing and more accurate box office statistics became available.

"About you, I heard Richard say that you are participating in "Mission: Impossible 3", right?"

Yang Buting was very polite to Chen Yu. The two sat in the lounge and chatted. It was difficult for Chen Yu not to be reserved: "Yes, why did Director Yang come to Richard's dinner? Does he happen to be in the United States?"

Chen Yu asked this deliberately. He knew very well that "Mission: Impossible 3" is a Sino-US cooperation project.

It all stems from the popularity of "Mission: Impossible 2" directed by John Woo, so China Film has reached a cooperation agreement with Paramount, one of the six giants in Hollywood today.

Because of this, he knew that his role must be interesting.

Since China Film Group has invested in it, how can it not give them a quota?
But in the previous life, there just wasn’t.

"Richard called me, and I happen to be right here!" "It would be even better if you could participate in "Mission: Impossible 3". You know this show, we Chinese also invested 30% of it." !”

"what?"

Chen Yu deliberately showed a look of shock: "China Film Group also voted?"

"Well, the main reason is that Paramount wants to come to China for filming. I am here to discuss this cooperation with Paramount!"

"Originally, I actually wanted them to put a few Chinese actors in and boost the domestic box office!"

"I didn't expect that you actually participated in it by accident. Then I can be rude and add a female character to the game. I won't suffer any loss on both sides!"

Yang Buting smiled and communicated in Chinese throughout the whole process. He was not afraid of others eavesdropping, and he did not have any airs. Maybe it was not because he was in China.

Richard was probably entertaining other guests, so he didn't come in.

After hearing Yang Buting's words, Chen Yu couldn't help but feel moved in his heart.

Of course he had seen "Mission: Impossible 3" in his previous life. There were indeed Asians in it, but they were not Chinese.

The few female characters in it don't have many roles.

The only female agent, Chen Yu was very impressed, was played by Asian actress Maggie Q, that is, Maggie Q, who is of Vietnamese origin.

However, this actress has quite a connection with China. She was born in Hawaii, worked as a model in Japan, and finally went to Taiwan to develop, but it was still not ideal.

Finally I went to Xiangjiang and started to slowly improve.

She has appeared in "The New Boys 2", "Rush Hour 2", and especially "The Naked Agent". Naked Agent has been selling very well in the disc market because it promoted pornography on the side.

She is a very popular actress in China.

Could it be that in the previous life, she was chosen because of China Film Academy?
Chen Yu was somewhat guessing.

"Hey Yang!"

A ceremoniously dressed woman, holding champagne in hand, suddenly came to Yang Buting.

Chen Yu suddenly stopped thinking and stood up with Yang Buting.

"Lan Xin!"

Yang Buting stood up and hugged each other passionately. Richard also walked in and whispered in Chen Yu's ear: "Shirley Lansing, the head of Paramount!"

"..."

The first female boss to lead six major film groups in Hollywood history.

Chen Yu's heart trembled, and he almost scolded Richard to death.

This is the dinner party you mentioned, it was China Film and Paramount, and Chen Yu could still see Tom Cruise walking in from the door.

"Chan!"

Tom Cruise, still handsome and handsome, shook hands with Chen Yu with a smile, and Chen Yu hurriedly said hello to him.

"I heard Richard say, you are welcome to join us!"

Tom Cruise smiled politely: "I have watched both "Kung Fu" and "House of Flying Daggers". When will we learn how to work together?"

He made two moves with his hand as if it was itching. Chen Yu knew that Tom was very keen on Chinese Kung Fu and practiced it often in private.

"Whenever I have free time during filming, I can do it anytime!"

Chen Yu also said half-jokingly.

Tom Cruise pursed his lips, tilted his head and shrugged: "Then we have to wait until July or August!"

"Did you turn it on so late?"

Chen Yu casually took a drink and had a drink with Tom Cruise. Tom Cruise obviously had his own difficulties and sighed: "Mission: Impossible 3 has been shelved for a year. If it doesn't get made, I will take on other dramas." !”

“This time it’s final!”

"No way. Isn't the second part very good at the box office?"

Chen Yu said somewhat unexpectedly: "Why was it shelved?"

Although "Mission: Impossible 2" has a mediocre reputation, the global box office has grossed a terrifying US$5.46 million.

That was the global box office champion in the new millennium, so there’s no reason not to make a sequel?

But after thinking about it, it has been 4 years since the second part. Logically speaking, Paramount could actually start filming in 2001, or 2002 at the latest... It really shouldn't have been shelved for so long.

"Actually, there are a lot of questions!"

"This time you, China Film Group, come over. I hope the negotiation can be successful!"

In this drama, Tom is different from the previous two films where he only acted as the starring role and received box office dividends. He personally participated in the production and invested 20% of the share.

He really wants to make this series bigger and stronger.

"Well, I really don't know these connections..."

Chen Yu spread his hands and expressed that he was helpless.

Even if he is a reborn person, he is not omnipotent. He really does not know the problem with "Mission: Impossible 3"; in fact, another problem with the poor box office of "Mission: Impossible 3" in the previous life is that it took too long.

After 6 years, many viewers have forgotten.

But then again, why did "Mission: Impossible 4" take in nearly 5 million U.S. dollars at the box office five years later, in 2011?

The reason is of course very simple. Around 2010, the Internet had become very developed, and resources for the Mission: Impossible series could be found and seen everywhere on the Internet. However, in this era of 04, apart from renting discs, you cannot watch Mission: Impossible. a series of.

This is the time gap at the box office. Many people have never watched the Mission: Impossible series. How do you expect them to go to the cinema?
And it’s still the third part, so it’s good if you can understand it; but “Disc 4” is different. Many viewers have watched Parts 1-3 through the Internet and have long since become fans of Tom Cruise.

This is the biggest difference between the two.

"Sorry, excuse me!"

Tom and Chen Yu chatted for a while and then left.

But Chen Yu approached Richard, and he was going to ask this guy, what exactly happened in "Mission: Impossible 3"?
It seems that China Film Group Co., Ltd. was not able to invest in such a valuable asset casually.

It should be that something happened that Chen Yu didn't know about.

Could this be related to the poor box office performance in previous lives?
Chen Yu's inner curiosity was suddenly aroused by Tom Cruise...

(End of this chapter)