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"Japanese take action in Hollywood again, Panasonic acquires MCA Universal!" - "Washington Post".

"Panasonic announced the acquisition of MCA for US$6.99 billion, and Michael Ovitz completed another capital operation!" - "The New York Times".

"Hollywood faces Japanese capital!" - "Los Angeles Times".

At the end of September and the beginning of October, under the guidance of CAA Michael Ovitz and the Wall Street capital behind him, Panasonic's acquisition of MCA Global was completed after 14 months. This became another Japanese capital after Sony's acquisition of Columbia.

Masterpiece.

Many people in the industry are crying wolf.

No way, in recent years, the image of Japanese people in this beautiful country is basically synonymous with nouveau riche, buying and selling all the way - very much like us 20 years later.

The crazy influx of foreign capital has also added fresh blood and leeks to Hollywood and the beautiful country to a certain extent.

Many people believe that after Panasonic acquires MCA Universal, it will operate in the same way as Sony (USA) and Columbia.

However, only Wu Daowang understood that this was a hasty and short-lived unfortunate 'marriage'. Panasonic is different from Sony. Sony's own energy in the entertainment industry and its operating methods in the United States are destined to be better integrated.

Even so, including music and movies, Sony has been miserably cheated by the people from the beautiful country. As for Panasonic... just be happy.

But this also gave Wu Xiaozu a wake-up call.

Don't be dazzled by the blooming flowers, otherwise you may be roasted on the fire. These white-skinned pigs can do anything in the face of profit.

Be careful and brave! Be steady! Ask your heart! Three provinces!

The most important thing is to unite people who can be united in Hollywood, um, to form a qualified chain of interests.

So we have Harvey Weinstein. However, Harvey's reputation is very poor. He is very eccentric and has no martial ethics. He is only suitable for temporary cooperation, not for a long-term alliance. The other party is not qualified either.

…

The Chinese Grand Theater on the Avenue of Stars attracts many tourists to take photos and check in. Many movie fans tirelessly search for the handprints of their favorite stars and their unique ★. The entire road is marked by various stars, which is dazzling. Even Mickey and Minnie

They were all printed into little stars.

Countless people lowered their heads to search.

There are various boutiques and entertainment venues on both sides of the road. Music never stops on this street. Records of all types can be purchased here, and there are many street performers performing on the street.

"Hey bro, this is my record... Do you want one? Five dollars... three dollars..."

"Yeah, Yeah... look, this is the King of the West Coast rapping."

Director Wu was wearing a simple T-shirt and shorts, carrying a backpack and holding a map in his hand, just like an ordinary tourist, strolling along the Avenue of Stars with the flow of people. From time to time, there would be black guys around him who would roll up raps and promote themselves to him.

self-made cassette, calling him to support his music.

However, when they saw Wu Xiaozu's refusal, they didn't get too entangled. They looked warily at the police officers not far away, spat "Cop" in their mouths, and then went to find the next customer.

Most of them are freelance musicians, the equivalent of Guevara in the singing world.

In Hollywood, there is no shortage of people who dream of music and movies. The fat black taxi driver Wu Xiaozu just met can talk to him about Robert McKee's script theory. He buys tacos from a caravan on the street.

At that time, the tattooed Mexican guy’s stall had many stills of him in different movies.

The girls wearing doll costumes on the street may have taken a few so-called acting classes with dreams when they first came to Los Angeles.

Glancing at the Chinese Theater.

There were a lot of paparazzi taking pictures at the door, and there was a sign for "The Godfather Part III" next to it, with the date of 12.20 on the back.

Wu Xiaozu took a deep breath.

There is a feeling of experiencing history. "The Godfather" is his favorite movie series. For the director and behind the scenes, this is really a textbook-like movie without any mistakes.

At the same time, today's release is "Goodfellas". A classic 'Goodfellas' movie by Martin Scorsese. It is adapted from the true story of American gangster celebrity Henry Hill. The realistic gangster theme is Martin Scorsese's specialty.

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After wandering around, we came to a restaurant that was better than Harvey's.

"here--"

From the window in the hall, Harvey grinned and waved to him, wiped his mouth casually, pointed to the Chinese Theater not far away with a smile, and said, "Did you see that? That's the center of Hollywood."

The Chinese Theater has hosted many Oscars.

"Man, recently Bob has started to contact many theaters in Chinese communities, Little Tokyo, Koreatown and other places. Initially, it will be released in several places in San Francisco and Los Angeles where there are many Asians.

On October 11th, I chose to screen it at a theater near Little Tokyo, and I invited many film critics and media people. Little Tokyo is only 1 station away from Chinatown. Although the place is not as big as Chinatown, it has a large floating population, so it will be better promoted here.

drama.

I guarantee that in the initial stage, there will be no fewer than 180 screens in operation across the United States.

Don't be too little, we have to control the quantity and rhythm to ensure word-of-mouth. It is expected to be around 400 yuan in the end. After all, this is an Asian movie. And it is not an action movie or a martial arts movie.

It's difficult to simply make a difference at the box office.

We need to control our reputation and strive to win a few awards or nominations during the awards season. It will also increase the weight of the movie. In the next period of time, I hope you can adapt to the taste of Hollywood restaurants."

Harvey scooped up a mouthful of cornstarch with a spoon, and it stuck to the stubble at the corner of his mouth, making him look slovenly and unkempt, with a mouth full of copper odor.

"I'm ready."

Wu Xiaozu shrugged, "I also want to taste what the plastic-flavored turkey in Los Angeles tastes like."

"Good!"

Harvey smiled and nodded, stuffed the hot dog into his mouth, wolfed it down and said vaguely: "As far as I know, this year's Oscars will submit the cast and crew list on December 3rd, and the nomination ballots will be mailed out three weeks later. Three weeks later.

The list of nominees will be announced. I have already heard that the French film "The Big Nose" and the Italian film "Open Your Heart" are interested in competing for the best foreign language film. As for whether there are others... it may take some time."

Having said this, he swallowed the hot dog and took a sip of coffee, "However, I believe our "Seven Sins" is more suitable for that place. Man, $450,000 will definitely not be wasted.

I will say hello to the familiar judges as soon as possible, foreign language films are very competitive.

I’m going to mail our translated videotape to the judges, and I’ll also give it a latest video recorder for the judges to watch the videotape, what do you think?”

"You are an expert in this area, and I am responsible for it -" Wu Xiaozu raised his hand in the air as if signing a check, "I hope no one will think it is inappropriate for us to do this."

"Of course not."

Harvey smiled confidently, "Believe me, I am friends with many judges. I just uphold the attitude of being responsible for art."

That's right.

It is important to find a high-sounding reason, but the most important thing is Harvey.

He can do this kind of thing.

But Wu Xiaozu couldn't do it at this time.

This is the importance of the circle. To put it bluntly, he might not be qualified to give gifts now.

"When will "Detective Chinatown" start shooting?" Director Wu Xiaozu asked Harvey instead.

No way, this is Hollywood.

"How about November?"

Harvey smiled and said: "I have formed a qualified team according to your requirements. The union has also made a filing. Tomorrow Bob will go to finalize the actors, and then you need to submit the script to the Writers Guild.

I'm also helping you with the procedures at the Directors Guild. However, if you want to stay in Hollywood, you need an agent. I can help you introduce good agents from several companies."

"Thank you, I will consider it."

Since you need an agent to survive in Hollywood, there is no need to think about big agents - Wu Xiaozu needs to find a suitable agent.

Unless you develop rapidly in the future, the other party will not become a big broker. This era is a vibrant era for the brokerage industry.

Just like Michael Ovitz's matchmaking role.

Many times, they have many resources that Wu Xiaozu cannot access.

Agents and the companies behind them are the most important people behind Hollywood Vanity Fair. They not only sign work contracts for their clients, but also plan hot topics or crisis public relations. Their skills are also indispensable during the awards season.

It can be said that behind every brilliant superstar or great director, there is indispensable support from an agent.

However, we must also be wary of these agents. In fact, after Li Min graduated, he was immediately approached by WMA and signed a contract. Then, without his knowledge, many good opportunities were turned down by his agent...

He was reduced to the level of a housewife, so he returned to Taiwan to film.

Wu Xiaozu needs an agent who can really help him, or in other words, it doesn't matter who he is.

What he needs is that the other person is smart enough.

At least the jokes must be nice.

"I'm sorry, gentlemen, to disturb your enjoyment——"

At this moment, a man with brown hair wearing a formal suit came over with a briefcase under his arm and handed over his business card with both hands.

"Franklin Joe Nock?"

Harvey wiped his hands rudely, took the business card, and said with a hint of ridicule, "Intern assistant to an agent at CAA... Wow, Mr. Franklin, I'm sure you must be doing a good job in the mailroom, responsible for buying purchases for senior agents."

They like to drink coffee and sandwiches, hahaha... Sorry, you are not needed here."

He shook his head and smiled at Wu Xiaozu, "I can introduce you to qualified agents at any time. Believe me, every one of them is better than this rookie."

"Tell me a joke. If it's funny, I'll give you 3 minutes."
Chapter completed!