Hollywood starts with an agent

Chapter 373 Creating the Trilogy

"What exactly happened? I remember the script wasn't like this before."

In Burbank, at Dawn headquarters, in his office in the Global Building, Aaron sat in a chair and rubbed his eyes.

It seems the script for Jurassic Park 2: The Lost World has been changed!

Dawn Steele said somewhat helplessly, "Because the main plot has changed, Sam Neil and Laura Dern will not be involved in the sequel."

As he spoke, Dawn Steele frowned. "It must be because Laura Dunn said some things in the media recently that were detrimental to Jews."

"Moreover, she participated in Ellen DeGeneres' sitcom 'Ellen & Friends,' playing Ellen DeGeneres's openly gay girlfriend!"

It's no secret in the industry that comedian Ellen DeGeneres is gay, but to announce it publicly on "Ellen and Friends" is no small matter.

I don't know how the production team convinced ABC.
"After leaving Amblin, Kathleen Kennedy and Frank Marshall formed their own independent film production company, Kennedy/Marshall Productions."

"Now, the producer of Jurassic Park 2: The Lost World has changed to Colin Wilson, a senior executive at Amblin Entertainment!"

Although the script for the sequel, Jurassic Park 2: The Lost World, was adapted by Spielberg's longtime screenwriter David Koepp and the original author Michael Crichton;
However, the departure of producer Kennedy Marshall, who had been working with Spielberg, had a significant impact on the sequel.

Aaron was somewhat irritated. "Since Spielberg founded DreamWorks, he hasn't been as enthusiastic about collaborating with Universal as before."

"The success of Jurassic Park makes it impossible for us to develop a sequel without Amblin Entertainment!"

Both director Steven Spielberg and author Michael Crichton reaped huge profits from "Jurassic Park".

The Jurassic Park project at Universal Studios also requires them to share a portion of their profits each year.

"Michael Crichton definitely supports Spielberg, and we should probably trust him."

Dawn Steele couldn't do anything about it; after all, Spielberg's name was too famous, and "Jurassic Park 2: The Lost World" was a huge success.
Of course, Universal couldn't possibly give up.

Aaron waved his hand, "Since it's a joint production between Amblin and Universal, we just have to be extra careful."

"I hope Jurassic Park 2: The Lost World doesn't go too far, and I don't expect it to reach the level of its predecessor."

Dawn Steele nodded. Spielberg was the backbone of the Jurassic Park series, and Aaron's meaning was clear: Amblin should continue to lead the project.

The production cost of "Jurassic Park 2: The Lost World" was not too high, only about 70 million US dollars, because director Spielberg directly received a share of the profits after the screening!
"By the way, how's the preparation for 'Men in Black' going?"

Aaron then inquired whether Dawn had purchased the rights to the comic book several years ago, and whether the film's style was suitable for director Barry Sonnenfeld.
This summer, the MGM comedy "Shorty" directed by Barry Sonnenfeld and starring John Travolta was also quite successful;

It grossed $7000 million in North America and $1.1 million worldwide!
“Barry Sonnenfeld has been casting for us, and many people have declined;” “However, we are now more optimistic about Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones pairing up, as Will Smith gave a very good performance in the previous ‘Bad Boys’ film;”

"Moreover, the action-comedy film 'Rush Hour,' which he is currently filming with Jack Cheng, is also doing very well."

Listening to Dawn Steele's explanation, it seems that Will Smith is very suitable for this kind of comedic duo movie!

"Men in Black and Jurassic Park: The Lost World are both big-budget films we are preparing."

"We remind those within the company that while Sugon's performance has been good in recent years, we cannot let our guard down, as the competition will only intensify in the future."

The acquisition of Universal Studios marked a qualitative leap for Dawning Entertainment. They thought they could finally compete with Disneyland with Universal Studios.

Unfortunately, Disney acquired Metropolitan/ABC, instantly becoming the world's leading media conglomerate with an enviable, vast television distribution network!
Dawn Steele smiled. "With Dawn's IPO imminent, the company's employees are all very excited."

These long-time employees who have followed Aaron for several years are also waiting to reap the rewards!
That evening, Aaron met with Steven Spielberg at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills to discuss the project for "Jurassic Park 2: The Lost World".

"Aaron, my idea is to explore the implications of gene technology for social development, analyze the significance of cloning, and hope that the audience can examine this film from an ecological critique perspective."

"By satisfying the audience's curiosity about the dinosaur world and creating a terrifying atmosphere of dinosaurs escaping and hunting humans, we can create an imagined future dinosaur world!"

Many of Steven Spielberg's films, while rich in imagination, always aim to express some humanistic significance.

Aaron tapped the table. "Steven, both MCA and Dawn want the Jurassic Park series to prioritize commercial considerations."

"Compared to its predecessor, the plot of *Jurassic Park: The Lost World* contains far too many logical errors."

"Viewers, we both know what you want to see, and I've already decided to create a trilogy!"

Steven Spielberg certainly couldn't refute Aaron Anderson; in Hollywood, no one could rival him when it came to commercial control of films.

“Okay, I’ll have David Koepp revise the script and reduce some of the artificial plot thinking.”

Aaron nodded, knowing that Steven Spielberg was busy with DreamWorks SKG's first live-action film;
After all, Jeffrey Katzenberg's animation business was already underway, and live-action film projects were simpler; Spielberg also had his own considerations.

As for the casting of the film, Aaron will not interfere; Spielberg will decide for himself.
The main characters in the Jurassic Park series have always been dinosaurs, with the actors mainly playing supporting roles; fame is not a major requirement!
Of course, it would be better to use the original cast, but Spielberg had his own ideas, and Aaron couldn't object.

After talking with Steven Spielberg, Aaron was about to leave the hotel when he ran into Winona Ryder at the entrance.

It turns out that the other party's film, "Love Weaves Dreams," held its premiere tonight, and the crew hosted a post-screening party here.

(End of this chapter)