American fame and fortune

In the morning, Andrew came to Gray's company and asked Kelly Gray to report the latest developments of the crew.

Kelly Gray was away. She accompanied Senator Erica and Director Julia to Washington.

Andrew tried to call Ella, explained the specific situation, and went to Benjamin Calvin's office.

Benjamin was leading someone to make a budget for the new play. Seeing him coming, he went to the outside reception room and asked, "Why are you free today?"

Andrew handed the newspaper in his hand to Benjamin: "Something happened to the crew. Adam Smith was caught by the DEA, and he got the stolen goods. Fortunately, he was just a passerby and a small role over there, and the impact was not great."

Benjamin and Adam Smith have collaborated on several works, so he quickly took over the newspaper and read: "Is the news confirmed?"

Andrew nodded: "The DEA officially notified the crew. I just reported to the boss, and the boss has got the news."

Benjamin quickly read the newspaper reports, and said: "At first, I was still thinking about Adam continuing to play the leading role. His salary is not high, and he has some appeal in Zuozhou...I don't need to think about it now."

Andrew heard about it: "That zombie gigolo? Director, isn't the background the gigolo club where Martin works?"

Benjamin had also considered Martin, and now that he thought about it, he had better looks than Adam Smith, and his acting skills were not bad.

Andrew looked around, went to close the door, and lowered his voice: "As far as I know, Martin has a very good relationship with the boss."

Benjamin nodded slowly: "Without considering Adam Smith, it seems that Martin is the most suitable." Maybe this can increase the probability of the boss giving the green light to the project? He added: "I'm working on a budget, trying to compress as much as possible, we don't have the money to hire stars."

Andrew said: "It can only be tapped from the existing resources. Adam will not come back in the short term. I suggest Martin."

Benjamin did as soon as he thought of it: "Help me make an appointment with Martin."

Andrew said, "I'll call him right away."

Benjamin looked at the office: "Don't worry, I'll be free in the afternoon."

Andrew asked about the time, called Martin immediately, and made an appointment to meet at a cafe near Gray's company.

Before four o'clock, Martin came to Louis Cafe early.

After waiting for about ten minutes, Benjamin entered the door.

Martin greeted him: "Director, the circus you designed last time made me famous, and everyone around me knows me."

In a word, it not only poked at Benjamin's pride, but also narrowed the distance. Benjamin laughed, never mentioning that Adam Smith was the first candidate in his mind, and said, "I designed a play that is more suitable for you this time."

Martin was pleasantly surprised: "Really? The director personally designed the play for me again. I am one step closer to being a big star."

The two sat in the booth, ordered coffee and chatted slowly.

Benjamin took out the script from his briefcase and handed it to Martin: "Let's see, the script I wrote based on you can be considered tailor-made."

Martin had already read the script from Kelly Gray, and it was still like seeing it for the first time. He was relatively calm when he first read it, and the more he read it, the more surprises on his face.

After reading dozens of pages, he took a sip of coffee and was a little excited: "Director, the scene is where I used to work!"

Benjamin smiled: "When I led someone to write this script, from the appearance to the background of the male protagonist, all he thought of was you. You must be the male protagonist."

Martin asked, "When does the company start filming?"

Benjamin asked: "You didn't hear Kelly mention this project? She hasn't given the green light yet."

Martin tapped his head: "A few nights ago, I had a drink with Kelly. She mentioned a script, but she didn't say anything about it. She just said that the investment is too high and needs careful consideration."

Benjamin immediately grasped the key to Martin's words, and had a drink together at night!

Where to drink? how to drink He pondered in his heart, and said: "Many people in the company and I are working hard to promote this project. Compared with the previous late-night shows, the investment is indeed a bit high, but our goal is to push the film into theaters! Playing in theaters across America."

Martin put on a thoughtful expression.

Benjamin encouraged: "You are the absolute leading actor, do you want to join in early and promote this project together?"

"Of course I want to!" Martin turned quietly: "That night, when Kelly mentioned the script, she said that the biggest problem is funding."

He asked Benjamin: "Director, how much money do you need?"

Benjamin hesitated for a moment and said, "One million dollars, at least."

Martin automatically added $500,000 and asked, "Director, can you get other investment?"

Benjamin shook his head: "I have been cooperating with Gray Company. Atlanta's film and television industry has just started, and it is not easy to find investors."

Martin thought for a while and said, "Kelly has gone to Washington. I'll ask her when she comes back."

For this matter, you can consult a professional first. After Benjamin left, Martin called Louise Meyer, who was about to send Kate Winslet off.

The latter had a temporary incident at home and had to leave Atlanta first.

Louise deliberately asked: "Are you coming? Last chance."

Of course Martin is going: "I'm a civilized person. Kate just got married last month. A good person like me never destroys other people's families."

Before going to the airport, he went to the souvenir shop and bought a crystal Atlanta peach. Atlanta is nicknamed Peach City.

Martin knows the importance of personal connections, Kate - Winslet just ushered in a second marriage in May, her husband is called Sam - Mendes.

The director who won the Oscar statuette.

More than half an hour later, Martin was waiting for Kate Winslet and Louise Meyer at the international airport.

In the VIP room, Kate gently hugged Martin: "Thank you for coming to give me, I like the gift you gave me very much."

The artificial crystal peaches in the transparent box are very beautiful, and there is a line of words engraved on the base-for my beloved Ruth Dawson.

Signed Martin Davis.

According to Louise, Kate said that she didn't care about the results of "Titanic" and only wanted to pursue artistic achievements, but in her heart she regarded it as the most proud thing in life.

Kate sincerely invited: "When you come to London someday, you must come to my house as a guest."

Martin replied: "If you don't entertain me, I will call the door."

The flight boarded, and Kate Winslet got on the plane and left Atlanta.

Louise didn't go back to the set, and called Martin to the hotel together.

After entering the suite, kicking off her high heels, Louise walked to the bar in silk stockings, poured two glasses of wine, and took a big sip by herself before Martin came over.

Martin said with concern: "Drink slowly."

Louise pushed another glass in front of him: "I'm going back to Los Angeles soon, and I'm going to spread the formula of penicillin widely. I plan to call it Louise and Martin's penicillin."

"Penicillin called Louise is more appropriate." Martin didn't care about letting Louise monopolize his reputation, he brushed his fingers across Louise's lips: "Because it heals the soul of Louise, an alcoholic and a pervert."

Cocktails based on other alcoholic beverages cannot be patented, and the recipes are not worth a lot of money. People who are good at drinking can quickly imitate them after tasting them.

Louise tilted her shoulders and leaned against the bar, and said, "You have a big plan."

"I have something to tell you about the new script Kelly talked about that day, Zombie Gigolo." Martin roughly said it in an appropriate way.

Louise clinked glasses with Martin, drank the wine in the glass, and said: "Kelly's concerns are justified. As far as the industry is concerned, the proportion of movies that can be profitable in the short term is extremely low. Carlock, who invested in the production of Terminator back then, It was brilliant for a while, screwed up a Cutthroat Island, screwed."

She poured wine for herself and Martin again: "But for you personally, there are many benefits."

Martin pretended to be listening carefully.

Louise reached out her hand and gently stroked Martin's beautiful face: "You gave me the penicillin, and I said I would provide you with some advice and help, let's put it today."

Speaking of this, she suddenly asked: "Are you really ready? This circle is ten times or even a hundred times more chaotic than the darkest, meanest and dirtiest portrayal in the media. It is second only to New York's financial circle and Washington DC. political circle!"