Hollywood starts with an agent

Chapter 313 I was captivated by him

Since last year, China has accelerated the process of financial monetization reform and capital market opening, resulting in excessive money supply and rapid growth in fixed asset investment, leading to economic overheating and financial disorder.
The result is increased inflation, soaring prices, and a greater risk of economic bubbles. This not only causes turmoil in the financial markets but also severely damages investor confidence.

In the living room of a Hilton hotel suite, Aaron sat on the sofa flipping through the newspaper in his hand. "China's CPI (Consumer Price Index) this year has actually exceeded 20%, which is a very serious case of hyperinflation!"

Wang Zhuxian, standing to the side, said helplessly, "Prices have been rising since last year, it's really quite alarming."

Aaron stood up, walked to the window, and looked down at Beijing. His thoughts were in turmoil. After the reform and opening up, China's economic development was still quite good.
Currently, there is a large influx of foreign investment. After all, it is a super market with 12 billion people, and if it develops, its size will be considerable.

"By the way, aren't the two Chinese films that performed well at the Cannes International Film Festival and the Venice International Film Festival this year, 'To Live' and 'In the Heat of the Sun,' released here?"

Aaron suddenly asked, "Did 'To Live' win the Cannes Jury Prize and Best Actor?"

Another film directed by Jiang Wen, "In the Heat of the Sun," also won Best Actor.

Wang Zhuxian shook her head. "Here, many films cannot be screened publicly; they need the approval of the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television!"

This year, not only have many excellent Hollywood films been released, but also a number of Chinese-language films have been launched.

Aaron smiled and shook his head. "I know Zhang Yimou's works; they seem to be banned here."

There's no other way; if you want to win awards abroad, you have to make these kinds of films to cater to the West's perverse fascination with ugliness.
People abroad mainly learn about China through movies and news. As a result, Zhang Yimou's works of this kind have made him very disliked by Chinese people and overseas Chinese!
“Ang Lee’s ‘Eat Drink Man Woman’ movie, which he released this year, is also quite good,” Wang Zhuxian suddenly thought of something.
"It seems that director Ang Lee is currently filming the movie 'Sense and Sensibility,' which is invested in by Dawn Capital!"

Because Ang Lee is also from Taipei, Wang Zhuxian would be more familiar with him and pay more attention to him.

Aaron nodded. "That's right, the new film adaptation of Jane Austen's novel of the same name will be released next year."

"Let's go check out your music store in Beijing!"

Aaron's main purpose in coming to Beijing this time was to investigate the Chinese VCD market, as video arcades are currently the main form of entertainment in China.

After all, they are still very poor, and ordinary families certainly cannot afford VCRs and videotapes. I believe that it won't be long before VCDs replace videotapes.

The first imported blockbuster to adopt a revenue-sharing model in mainland China, "The Fugitive," grossed 11 million RMB in its first week-long run in six cities!
Subsequently, Hong Kong film "Rumble in the Bronx", Hollywood productions "True Lies" and "Speed" were also among the 10 revenue-sharing blockbusters to be imported to mainland China next year, and have obtained release permits.

In late November, Wang Zhuxian was to return to Taipei to attend the Golden Horse Awards, and Aaron also returned to the United States!

The Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood, Los Angeles.

Aaron and director Roland Emmerich are discussing the sci-fi blockbuster "Independence Day"!
Directed by Roland Emmerich, produced by Carlock, and distributed by MGM, the science fiction film "Stargate" was released at the end of last month and grossed $5000 million in three weeks. Although "Stargate" received mixed reviews from the media, it is generally considered a highly entertaining science fiction adventure film and a commercial success.

The theme of "Independence Day" is that, in the face of an alien invasion, Americans fight to defend human rights and dignity and push humanity to continue moving towards victory!

"The movie has a lot of special effects, and there are many large-scale explosion scenes, which will provide a lot of stunning sensory stimulation."

Roland Emmerich's pursuit of large-scale special effects is undeniable. "Computer-generated effects might not be as exciting, so I plan to create miniature city models of cities like Washington, D.C., New York, and Los Angeles."

"At that time, we will detonate the fireballs under these miniature models and capture it with a high-speed camera."

Aaron smiled. "If computer-generated special effects aren't enough for you, miniature models are fine too. This 'Independence Day' movie is scheduled for release on Independence Day the year after next!"

Roland Emmerich nodded.

Meanwhile, the film "Legends of the Fall," adapted from Jim Harrison's novel of the same name, directed by Edward Zwick, and starring Brad Pitt, Anthony Hopkins, and Kate Beckinsale, premiered at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood!
However, the official release of "Legends of the Fall" is next month. After the Los Angeles premiere, the crew will also travel to London and New York to hold premiere ceremonies.

After Aaron finished talking with Roland Emmerich at the Roosevelt Hotel, he immediately went to the post-screening party for the cast and crew of "Legends of the Fall" at the Montrose Hotel in West Hollywood!
"Edward, I heard you took on a movie about the Gulf War?"

Aaron previously collaborated with Edward Zwick on the hit romantic film "Ghost," and now they've teamed up again for "Legends of the Fall," suggesting a close relationship.

Edward Zwick smiled. "Yes, the 20th Century Fox project is indeed a suspenseful drama about the Gulf War."

"You know, I've made so many romance films, and I'd like to try other types. I've also talked to Nicole Kidman about the female lead, and she's interested in the role."

Edward Zwick's new project, called "Courage in the Line of Fire," is the first Hollywood film to focus on the Gulf War.
It tells the story of a woman who sacrificed her life in the war, and how the male protagonist returned to his country to investigate the truth of the incident and win the honor that the fallen female officer deserved!

Aaron nodded, and then ran into the other members of the crew, Brad Pitt and his girlfriend Gwyneth Paltrow.

"His performance in 'Seven' was quite extraordinary!"

Aaron clinked glasses with the two men. Brad Pitt's "Interview with the Vampire," released this year, had received good reviews and performed well at the box office.
The upcoming film "Legends of the Fall" has received rave reviews during its test screenings, not to mention "Seven," which was filmed this year.

"Director David Fincher's abilities are even more astonishing; I feel completely captivated by him!"

Aaron smiled and patted the other person on the shoulder, "There will be opportunities to cooperate again in the future..."

(End of this chapter)