King of Hollywood

Adrian suddenly had a feeling of wanting to laugh. The James Cameron in front of him was full of fanaticism, like a robber who could finally remove all his treasures. He didn't yell "I am the world" to countless cameras a few years later. King's style.

Just as he was about to speak, the elevator door opened, and outside was the hotel lobby with people coming and going. Adrian smiled, and made a gesture of invitation to James and Wendell: "Why don't we find a place to sit down and talk slowly."

The three of them came to the bar in the lobby, found a seat, ordered drinks, and started talking. James didn't pull Adrian to talk about investment as eagerly as he was in the elevator, but chatted casually about movies.

From "Terminator" to "Alien 2" to "The Abyss" the year before last, James talked about everything, even the difficulties he encountered when filming his first work "Piranha 2". Adrian, who had somewhat guessed some of his thoughts, also praised a few words just right, and made a brief introduction to himself by the way. At the same time, it was also learned that the reason why James and Wendell met here was because the production company was also throwing a party at the Baccarat Hotel.

"It's such a pity, Ed, I should have gone to see "Memento" in the cinema, it must be an excellent movie." After listening to Adrian's introduction to his latest work, James With such an exclamation, it is not known whether it is the truth or the polite words.

"You won't like it that much, James, you prefer technology and effects to editing techniques," Adrian smiled and shook his head, "It's like you dived underwater for hours to shoot "The Abyss". "

"That's true," James did not deny, "the reason why I made the sequel of "Terminator" after 7 years is because their technology can't meet my requirements. Remember what I said to you just now, " The fight with the robot at the end of the first episode of Terminator was filmed frame by frame, if it were changed to now, it would definitely not be so troublesome."

Speaking of this, he suddenly became excited: "You know, Ed, this time I designed a liquid metal terminator, T-1000 played by Robert Patrick, and T-1000 played by Arnold Schwarzenegger 800 will have a wonderful action scene with him for protecting the young future leader, as long as you go to my studio to see the completed clips, you will know that your $10 million investment is definitely worth it."

"I fully believe, James," Adrian nodded, "as long as you want and the producer is okay, I can transfer money to your account at any time."

"If I take the liberty, Mr. Adrian, may I know why you must invest?" Wendell, who had been silent all this time, intervened at this time, "You said before that the company you took over has just improved, and it is completely There's no need to join in."

Wendell's subtext is obvious, let's not talk about the high risk, 10 million is too little compared to 100 million, even if the movie finally makes money, Adrian won't get much. James hurriedly gave his companion winks, but Wendell didn't seem to notice, and stared at the young man in front of him without blinking.

"In my opinion, just the name James Cameron is worth the investment." Adrian said leisurely.

Both James and Wendell couldn't help but be taken aback when they said this. After a few minutes, James laughed triumphantly, and stretched out his hand to Adrian: "Then it's settled, Ed!"

"But there is one thing I want to declare," Adrian, who was holding hands with James, suddenly said again, with an unusual solemnity in his tone, "There is only 10 million, and there will be no more."

James couldn't help being stunned, completely unaware of what the serious-looking Adrian was talking about, until Wendell next to him burst out laughing, and then he reacted, then rolled his eyes and smiled wryly.

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 will have a profit close to 1 times, which is already very good. Of course, his goal is not in this movie. Since God let him meet James Cameron here, and it happens that the other party is troubled by the funds of "Terminator 2", it is really unreasonable not to make emotional investment.

Now James Cameron has only been a first-line director for a few years, and it is the current production of "Terminator 2" that has made him a solid position, so there is no better time than now. Just think about how many technologies and records have been born from the hands of this technology madman, and it is absolutely necessary to win over now, but...

Sure enough, as I remember, the filming of "Terminator 2" has begun to burn money without any scruples. One can imagine the crazy appearance of this guy when he made the movie with the largest investment in history a few years later. On the way back, Adrian was thinking while driving. However, this is nothing, the timing is just right now, James Cameron will not be a problem, but Spielberg, can he persuade the other party without using trump cards?

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"Don't worry, Holmes, I guarantee that the production of "Captain Hook" will be completed on schedule, you don't have to be in such a mood." Spielberg stretched out his hand and pressed it in the air, as if he wanted to sit on another sheet. Sony's producer felt at ease on the man's couch.

"Well, Steven, we are old friends, and I don't want to hide from you, the company hopes that this movie will be released in time for the summer vacation," Holmes sighed, "You know, Peter Pan, Captain Hook , Wendy, Little Fairy, children's favorite."

"Summer vacation? Unfortunately, Holmes, this is unlikely," Spielberg shrugged and took a sip of the coffee in front of him. "I still have a lot of things to do, and I won't allow the movie The later work was perfunctory."

"How can you be perfunctory, Steven, just speed up the progress a little bit." Holmes spread his hands.

"The time we have worked together is not too short, Holmes, you know what I do." Spielberg didn't mean to let go at all, "Actually, the Christmas file is also a good choice, isn't it?"

Holmes stared at him for a while. "Is it because of that? We turned down the investment?"

"How can you say such a thing, Holmes!" Spielberg frowned.

"That's it, come on, Steven, I know you've always wanted to make this movie, but no one is going to like it. Rather than spending money on it, it would be better to donate it." Holmes Shaking his head stubbornly.

"You are insulting me, Holmes!" Spielberg's tone became fierce, "For several years, there has not been a day that I have not thought about handing it over to someone else, but no one is willing to take it over, since If that’s the case, then I’ll do the filming myself! It’s no big deal if they rejected me, but I’m so disappointed that you say such things now!”

The two just looked at each other for a while, and Holmes finally softened with a sigh: "Okay, I apologize, Steven, I offended you, I'm sorry."

Spielberg also sighed, he knew that the other party had no malicious intentions: "That's it, Holmes."

"That's it. After Christmas, I will tell them." Holmes nodded, got up and left the office.

Watching the other party go out, Spielberg sat quietly on the sofa for a few minutes, thinking about something, and then he took a long breath and got up and went behind the desk to look through the documents.

At this time, the phone on the table rang: "Mr. Steven, here is a Mr. Adrian Cowell looking for you. He said he has an appointment with you."

Spielberg was stunned for a moment, and then reacted after looking at the time: "Yes, that's right, let him come in."

Adrian Cowell. He said the name a few times in his mind, and the scene of that night came to mind immediately. He didn't want to go to the party, but Elaine called to invite him personally, so it was really hard to refuse.

The young man had a good impression on him at first, he was humble, polite, well-behaved, and had his own views on people and things. Moreover, he has also watched the movie that has been praised by film critics before. The editing is exquisite, and a simple story is told so brilliantly. This young man is very good and has potential, but he is a bit utilitarian. Mostly because of the last sentence.

Thinking of this, Spielberg couldn't help shaking his head slightly. He didn't think utilitarianism was a bad thing. After making movies for so many years, he knew how realistic Hollywood was. He just felt that this young man was a little impatient. If the other party calmed down a little bit and found a chance to talk about it next time, he would definitely think about 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 shook his hand.

"Thank you for taking the time, Steven." Adrian smiled modestly, and it was easy to make people feel good.

The two sat down on both sides of the desk, and after exchanging a few pleasantries, they turned to the topic.

"I remember, when you left the party last time, you said that you wanted to adapt a science fiction novel into a movie, didn't you?" Spielberg asked first.

"Yes." Adrian nodded, and then put the book he had been holding 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 subconsciously. When he picked up the book on the table and glanced at it, he was taken aback in his heart.

"Jurassic Park by Mr. Michael Clayton," Adrian's voice sounded again, "when it was first published last year, I got in touch with him, and finally got the film adaptation after several twists and turns. Right. Michael and I had a couple of phone calls and we agreed that it would be best for you to direct and produce the film."

(The status is not very good these days, and the saved manuscripts are almost gone. Please give more recommendations and encouragement)