Hollywood starts with an agent

Chapter 370: Betting on Both Sides
Edgar Bronfman Jr., who has been planning to make a big splash in Hollywood since acquiring MGM, has yet to experience the unique accounting practices of Hollywood.

MGM's "GoldenEye," released this year, achieved a box office of $100 million in North America and $350 million worldwide, giving him great confidence.

The re-release of "GoldenEye" after six years has become the most successful film since the earlier "Moonraker".

The Chicago Tribune: "As the first 007 film after the fall of the Berlin Wall and the collapse of the Soviet Union, GoldenEye is a successful revival of the James Bond series!"

The Washington Post: "GoldenEye is a fast-paced thriller interspersed with danger and humor. The film clearly captivated audiences and re-established James Bond's invincible myth in the film world, as well as his unshakable image as a screen hero."

Moreover, MGM's other fantasy horror film released this year, "Species," also achieved impressive results, grossing $6000 million in North America and $1.1 million worldwide!
Sunset Marquis Hotel, West Hollywood.

Aaron attended a cocktail party hosted by Edgar Bronfman Jr., accompanied by the sexy and beautiful British actress Catherine Zeta-Jones.

"How's it going in Britain?"

Aaron put his arm around Catherine Zeta-Jones' waist and asked.

"Fortunately, after Dawn acquired Global, it took over their assets, and Dawn UK also merged all of Global's assets in the UK."

"UK branch, chain cinemas, theaters!"

Catherine Zeta-Jones is now a representative of the new generation of British actresses in Hollywood, mainly known for her roles in "The Mask of Zorro" and "My Best Friend's Wedding".

Aaron nodded. "We'll go to the yacht docked at King's Wharf and then go out to sea!"

Catherine Zeta-Jones smiled and said, "Okay."

This time, at the party hosted by Edgar Bronfman Jr., in addition to Hollywood celebrities, there were also many figures from the political arena.

Re-elected California Governor Pete Wilson was also invited to attend.

"Aaron, I never imagined you would directly acquire the MCA Group?"

Pete Wilson and Aaron went up to the balcony to enjoy the Los Angeles night view.

After receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom from Clinton, Lou Wasserman entered a semi-retired state.
After all, MCA has now been reorganized into Universal Music Group, and MCA is now just a record company.

Aaron raised his glass and clinked it against the other person's, then took a sip. "California isn't exactly peaceful right now!"

Pete Wilson said with a hint of exasperation, "You mean California Proposition 187, right?"

Aaron smiled casually. "California Proposition 187 was ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court."

"It's practically impossible to continue implementing this."

In last year's California election, Pete Wilson won re-election and continued to serve as governor of California, changing his previous low-key and steady style;

It directly promoted a number of conservative policies, including environmental and air bills, restrictions on immigrant welfare, and a series of measures to combat illegal immigration.

In particular, the California Proposition 187, passed by Peter Wilson at the beginning of the year, has sparked huge legal controversy!
California Proposition 187 aims to prohibit undocumented immigrants from enjoying public education, healthcare, and other benefits.

However, due to opposition from Democrats, the bill sparked ongoing legal battles, and a federal court ruled that most of the proposal's provisions were unconstitutional and violated federal immigration jurisdiction.
The United States is a country where each state is autonomous, but all laws must be governed by the U.S. Constitution!
California Proposition 187 has lost its constitutional basis for full implementation, and the result is obvious: it will certainly exacerbate the political divisions in California regarding immigration. Pete Wilson looked at Aaron. "I heard you've run into problems with your partnership with News Corp. regarding the FNC?"

Aaron nodded. News Corporation and Dawn Corporation represent the Republican and Democratic parties, respectively. Although the two sides have a cooperation, FNC News Channel does not want Dawn to get involved.

Peter Wilson, like George W. Bush, is a Republican and certainly hopes to bring Aaron's Dawn into his camp!
"Perhaps I can help you lobby them, and maybe News Corporation will change their mind?"

"You know, I also know some people in the Federal Parliament!"

After listening to Pete Wilson, Aaron shook his head immediately. "Forget it, Fox News is about to start airing, there's no time."

"Moreover, neither FNC nor MSNBC has been able to shake CNN's position in recent years."

As he spoke, Aaron smiled and said, "Besides, I wouldn't share something as important as a news network so easily!"

Pete Wilson casually remarked, "If we're on the same page, can't we share?"

“The movie ‘Forrest Gump’ produced by Dawn last year is the best proof of that.”

The movie "Forrest Gump," which was released last year, helped the Republican Party win a lot of votes!
Aaron shook his head. "Mr. Wilson, movies are just movies. Hollywood operates differently from Washington."

Clinton is now in the White House. How could Aaron possibly be alienated from the Democrats? The fact that Dawn was able to quickly acquire MCA from Panasonic is thanks to the support of Washington, D.C.!

As behind-the-scenes investors, most of them would definitely be hedging their bets, but Aaron also has a breakthrough point: he has already invested in the Bush family in Texas.

California's political scene is currently undergoing a transition from Republicans to Democrats, and Aaron certainly wouldn't want to do anything unnecessary.

Peter Wilson sighed, but he didn't think much of it. Although Aaron was young, he was no ordinary person to have built such a huge business in just a few years.

For someone with his kind of capital, everything must be geared towards profit!

"Recently, California has seen numerous conflicts with federal environmental policies over budgetary issues."

“Aaron, you know California isn’t exactly wealthy.”

Aaron shrugged and laughed, "Our President Clinton relied on these supporters to get votes."

"This kind of thing is a long and drawn-out struggle!"

Aaron was certainly aware that California was currently grappling with federal environmental laws regarding issues such as spotted owl habitat and air quality.

However, everyone knows what the two sides' goals are: to win votes and gain approval ratings. Who the hell cares about these birds?
"The expansion of Universal Studios Hollywood has also been opposed by environmentalists."

"Aaron, we're on the same page on this!"

Aaron thought about it and realized that the Global Organization was indeed like a leech.

(End of this chapter)