America gains both fame and fortune

Chapter 143 Conscience
On the second floor of an office near the entrance of Warner Studios, Mene was rubbing his hands nervously. Looking out of the window, he could see many reporters and paparazzi blocking the entrance of Warner Studios.

He had returned to Los Angeles three days ago after filming "Land of the Dead", and the boss gave him the gift of an appearance in front of the media.

The agent, Munir, who is also black, came over and said, "Don't be nervous. You always say that big games are nothing to you."

Mene forced a smile, which was uglier than crying.

Publicity director Parker asked Martin: "Is his mental quality not good?"

Martin said: "He has very good mental qualities, but he just hasn't adjusted yet. From being unknown to becoming a media celebrity, it takes some time to adapt."

Parker understands this. Many people suddenly become famous, their mentality collapses, and they fall off a cliff.

Martin then said, "Meine, is it okay? If not, don't force it. I'll let someone else go. The kangaroo you beat up in Australia was more relaxed than you are now."

Mene came over: "I haven't experienced this before."

Martin pointed at Bruce and said, "You have memorized the script, what are you afraid of? Do you want Bruce to go with you? Let him support you from behind?"

"No, no." Mene shook his head quickly: "Munir will just accompany me."

Martin lowered his voice and said, "Think carefully, man. The people you served, your swollen lips and tongue, and the fact that you were so poor that you had to live with Old Bull. Isn't this the opportunity you were waiting for?"

Mene pursed her lips and nodded silently.

These didn't work very well. Martin frowned and suddenly thought of something: "Are you afraid of those bitches in the media? Man, do you have to remind me that you have nuclear weapons?"

Mene looked at the back of his hand and the color of his skin and said, "Yes, I have nuclear weapons."

He raised his head and straightened his back: "I have nuclear weapons!"

Except Bruce, no one else present understood what this meant.

Mene called Munir and said, "Let's go out and fuck those bitches in the media!"

Munir followed Mene out of Warner Studios.

As soon as I left the security post, the sudden flash of lights almost blinded me.

Munir was just a small agent in a small company. He had never experienced such a scene and subconsciously raised his hands to cover his eyes.

Paparazzi swarmed in.

"Are you still in a relationship with Paris?"

"Tell me about your experience in Australia!"

"Why would Paris fall for you?"

When Mene heard this question, he almost released nuclear weapons on the spot, but nuclear weapons were kept in reserve after all, so he held back.

The cowardly agent was unreliable and was pushed to the periphery by the paparazzi.

Mene regretted not letting Old Bull come along.

It would be good to support him from behind.

Parker, the publicity director of the crew, had made arrangements in advance. Several burly security guards rushed out and formed a human wall between Mene and the paparazzi.

Mene took a breath and shouted, "I can't answer you guys because you're so chaotic."

The paparazzi present at the scene all had experience. After getting through the initial rush, they were able to adjust the order themselves, because if the chaos continued no one would get the news.

It gradually became quiet here.

"You want to know about me and Paris, I can tell you, for free, without charging any money."

Uncle Mene was generous for once. When he really got in front of the paparazzi, he found that he was not as nervous as he thought. He said loudly: "This is a mistake that should not have happened, but Paris is young and beautiful, and you all know that."

The male reporters at the scene smiled knowingly.

It's very obvious that everyone has watched the tape.

Mene continued, "Paris is so beautiful and sexy, and she threw a thick stack of money at my face." He spread his hands, very helpless: "Tell me, what can I do? Who can refuse it?"

These guys nodded slowly to show their understanding. They would rush forward even without money, let alone any of it.

"Later I returned the money to her. I am not that kind of person!" Mene patted his chest and said, "I thought I was in love, but it came and went quickly."

A female reporter was indignant and asked, "Why did Paris choose you?"

Mene smiled and said, "Because during the filming, Paris flirted with a male kangaroo. Anyway, it was very dangerous at the time, so I rushed over to seduce him... No, I attracted the kangaroo away and saved Paris. I thought I was a hero saving a beauty and love had come, but it turned out not to be the case."

He asked some random questions and some reporters shouted for photos. Mene posed and let the reporters take as many photos as they wanted.

He then got into the car and left under the escort of security personnel.

Two hours later, Mene returned to Warner Studios and found Martin in the studio's cafe.

"Boss, I give my performance full marks!" Mene came in and ran to Martin's side: "You are absolutely right, those people are not as strong as the Australian kangaroos."

Martin added: "Let your agent keep in touch with the crew. Susan Levine is a very good producer and will supervise more film projects in the future."

Mene nodded repeatedly: "I understand, I understand, Boss, if you have anything to say in the future, just say a word."

As they were talking, Louise and Susan Levine entered the cafe.

Susan glanced at Mene and said, "I remember you. You played a supporting role in the crew and did a good job."

Mene took out his business card and handed it over: "Ma'am, if you need anything, just call me. I'll be there anytime."

Susan put it away.

Mene looked at him and said, "You guys chat, I have something to do."

Louise pulled out a chair and sat next to Martin, saying, "You have so many ideas." Susan sat opposite Louise and laughed, "The feasibility is not bad."

Martin asked what they wanted to drink, and then said, "Susan, you made my idea feasible. Without you, it would just be an empty dream."

Susan kicked Louise and said, "Did you hear that? You speak so nicely. Better than Donny."

Louise raised her long eyebrows: "Could the person I'm looking at be wrong?"

Susan finished a cup of coffee and said, "I'm going to work."

Martin and Louise sat together for a while.

Louise said, "Walk with me."

The two walked out of the cafe and along the road with the most palm trees.

Louise asked, "Have you been planning this for Paris for a long time?"

Martin certainly wouldn't admit it: "Is it necessary to plan? Isn't it normal for her to do this series of things?"

Louise didn't ask further: "Actually, if the movie is good at the box office, the actress who benefits the most is the female lead, and you won't get much benefit."

She suddenly thought of a possibility: "Because I participated in the platter? You want to repay me?"

Martin simply said, "My benefits are not as great as the leading actress, but I still have my benefits. I play the second role, and if the film does well at the box office, other crews will at least not reject me because it is a commercial failure."

Louise said: "If the film does well at the box office, then I'll just pay off the debt you owe me."

Martin deliberately asked: "Didn't you pay it off last time?"

Louise said nothing, but walked forward with her head held high.

Martin had heard from other sources about Alexander the Great, which was to be released in November.

Pacific Pictures participated in the investment in the film. Although most of the funds for the film came from various foundations, if the film failed miserably, it would have a great negative impact on Pacific Pictures.

If House of Wax does well, the drunkard should be better off.

Martin didn't say much and walked with Louise on the street.

After a while, Louise reminded him, "Your agent has prepared promotional articles for you, right? If the movie is a box office success, you'll be the leading actor. If it fails, you'll just be a minor supporting role."

“I understand,” Martin said.

The promotion of "House of Wax" has been progressing steadily, with trailers being posted before the screenings of some newly released films to warm up the market in advance.

Television and Internet promotional videos were also released.

There are many conventional promotional methods, including posters, roadshows, trailers, various media advertisements and outdoor advertisements.

This movie is a remake of an old horror movie and has some appeal among people over 25 years old.

The Paris publicity plan that the crew has focused on is also progressing steadily.

Twenty days before the North American premiere, the distributor Warner Bros. held a screening for theater managers and media.

The former scored an estimated market value score of 65, which is a medium level among traditional American slasher horror films.

Warner Bros. easily secured 3220 North American theaters for the film.

This is considered a relatively high opening price for an R-rated horror film.

By early October, publicity from all sides began to gain momentum, especially Kim Kardashian revealed more explosive information, such as Paris was extremely narcissistic and deliberately called the paparazzi when she went out to play and asked them to follow her.

She also went to see a doctor for reproductive diseases several times, hiding it from even those around her, who suspected that she had some disease due to blue glue.

Paris's agent Steve also came out and declared that he was fed up with Paris's various evil behaviors and wanted to resign as his agent.

Gradually, there was a voice on the Internet: Want to see Paris Hilton get her comeuppance? Go to the theater and watch House of Wax.

It was followed by a wax figure poster released by the crew.

One week before the premiere, the crew made a big move.

A female anchor of Warner TV slammed the media for praising Paris Hilton. She refused to read any news related to Paris during her show and even took out a lighter to burn the press release, but was stopped by her colleagues.

Later, she said on the show: "I will definitely go to see "House of Wax" to see how that lawless woman was executed in the movie! This will at least make me feel comfortable for many days."

The next day, Paris' lawyer sent her a letter.

This matter was dragged out and hyped again.

Menez was also invited to a TV show to face the camera and tell the story of how he and Paris Hilton met through a kangaroo.

Kardashian's loyalty has spread across the United States. Whether it is a good reputation or a bad reputation, she has become famous.

In a talk show, Kardashian announced that she was preparing to publish a book and had even thought of the title - "What I Have to Say About Paris Hilton".

As long as they find the right promotional and marketing methods, there is no doubt about Hollywood's execution capabilities.

Even if they are dead, they can be dragged out and turned into cash.

In comparison, the regular publicity of Martin and Eliza was much less impressive.

But it does work to some extent.

Thomas has been hosting Martin's blog and updating it two to three times a week.

After the promotional materials for "House of Wax" were posted on the blog, there were at least several hundred comments saying that they would go to the theater to show their support.

(End of this chapter)