Hollywood starts with an agent

Chapter 412 Plane Crashes into Hotel

The English Patient is written and directed by British newcomer director Anthony Minghella and adapted from the award-winning novel of the same name by renowned author Michael Ondaatje.

The main cast includes Ralph Fiennes, Juliette Binoche, Willem Dafoe, and Kristin Scott Thomas.

Ralph Fiennes, the British actor who plays the male lead, is highly regarded by Aaron. From playing a German officer in "Schindler's List" to playing a psychopathic killer in "The Silence of the Lambs: Red Dragon", he has been a promising talent.
Including the current film "The English Patient," Dawn has already collaborated with him on three films!

Saul Zahnz, the producer of "The English Patient," was the one who sold the rights to "The Lord of the Rings" series back then.

In the office on set, Saul Zanz handed Aaron a cup of coffee. "By the way, Aaron, it seems a director is inquiring about the adaptation rights to The Lord of the Rings series?"

Aaron paused for a moment, "Oh, so someone wants to adapt 'The Lord of the Rings'?"

Saul Zanz chuckled. "A New Zealand horror film director, nothing special!"

Aaron thought for a moment, "Since he's a horror film director from New Zealand, could it be Peter Jackson?"
Peter Jackson now spends his time filming low-budget horror movies in Europe!

Adapting "The Lord of the Rings" has always been considered impossible, a view shared by the late author J.R.R. Tolkien.
Hollywood filmmakers feel the same way; the world of The Lord of the Rings series is simply too vast, with grand scenes that are difficult to film.

"It seems that Dawn hasn't received any proposals from them regarding adapting The Lord of the Rings series?"

Aaron did not receive the message from Peter Jackson that he wanted to adapt "The Lord of the Rings," or rather, he received it but it was not delivered to Aaron's desk.
"Oh, he just made a horror film for Sony last year, which means he's entered Hollywood. Dawn might receive his proposal soon!"

Saul Zanz smiled. In truth, he didn't think anyone could adapt The Lord of the Rings series, but if Aaron Anderson wanted to try, he would definitely support him.
After all, Aaron Anderson paid a considerable price to acquire the rights to "The Lord of the Rings," so he certainly wouldn't adapt it casually and release a shoddy work.

Aaron nodded. "If it's feasible, we should at least get the script done first. The distribution rights for *The Hobbit* are held by MGM United Artists."

"If Dawn is developing it, it will definitely be The Lord of the Rings trilogy!"

The main reason is that "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy is long enough, while "The Hobbit" is too short.

That evening, at the Isabelle Club in London, Aaron and Catherine Zeta-Jones enjoyed London's nightlife together!

"Aaron, did you know? The British Royal Court has officially declared that Prince Charles and Princess Diana's marriage is completely over."

In total, Prince Charles and Princess Diana had a 15-year marriage, but they had already announced their separation several years ago!
Aaron lowered his head and kissed Catherine Zeta-Jones passionately in his arms for a while, then chuckled, "European royalty, their private lives are all terrible."

"I don't even want to talk about the British royal family. Haven't they been involved in enough scandals in recent years?"

Prince Charles, Prince Andrew, and their wives have had numerous lovers.

Princess Diana, beloved by the British people, has had seven lovers revealed so far.

Catherine Zeta-Jones wrapped her arms around Aaron's neck, saying, "That's royalty!"

A moment later, Aaron's phone rang. It was Etherine Beckett calling from New York. There is a seven-hour time difference between the UK and the eastern United States, so it was afternoon in New York.

"Boss, John Woo is very satisfied with the script for 'Face/Off' and is very willing to direct it."

"I also approve of the casting of Nicolas Cage and John Travolta as the male leads!" Aaron smiled. "Then let's get things going as soon as possible. I hope the movie can be released next year."

"Well, it's like this: when director John Woo was promoting 'Broken Arrow' in Las Vegas, he inadvertently learned that the Marina Bay Sands Hotel was going to be demolished and rebuilt."

"So, he wanted to add a scene to the movie where a plane crashes into the Marina Bay Sands hotel!"

Upon hearing what Athene Beckett said on the phone, Aaron was taken aback for a moment, then asked, "Is it difficult?"

"Filming itself isn't too bad, the main thing is to reach an agreement with the Marina Bay Sands hotel to allow us to film before the hotel is demolished."

"Boss, perhaps you could talk to Mr. Sheldon Adelson, the owner of the Sands Hotel, about this request?"

Aaron thought for a moment, "Okay, I'll go to Las Vegas as soon as possible and talk to Sheldon Adelson to get John Woo to assemble the crew for 'Face/Off'!"

Did a plane crash into the Marina Bay Sands Hotel?

After hanging up the phone, Aaron couldn't help but smile. The scene was indeed quite exciting!
There were no scenes like this when we filmed "Con Air".

However, the Las Vegas Sands Hotel is scheduled to be demolished this year, which is indeed a good opportunity!

Back in his seat, Aaron hugged Catherine Zeta-Jones, stroking her thigh. "How about we go to Las Vegas next?"

"Sure, I'm going back to Hollywood to film anyway, so I might as well go to Las Vegas for a few days!"

Catherine Zeta-Jones certainly had no objection, after all, she now spends a significant portion of each year in the United States.

As she spoke, Catherine Zeta-Jones took the initiative to passionately kiss Aaron!

Isabelle Club is a highly exclusive and secluded high-end club in London, frequented by many political and business figures, entertainment and sports stars, and members of the royal family.

A moment later, five young and sexy girls suddenly appeared on the stage and began to perform!
"Hmm, the Spice Girls?"

Aaron heard the five people on stage introduce themselves as the girl group "Spice Girls"!
“Let’s go back to the new team,” Catherine Zeta-Jones nestled in Aaron’s arms and kissed him.

It was obvious that Catherine Zeta-Jones didn't care about the girl group on stage at all.

Aaron smiled and nodded, already knowing that this was the Spice Girls group that was about to become a global sensation;
Indeed, Victoria Beckham, David Beckham's future wife, is in there!

However, the British "Spice Girls" group is completely outside of Aaron's aesthetic.

Aaron and Catherine Zeta-Jones then left the Isabelle Club and prepared to return to their villa in Hyde Park.

Meanwhile, Aaron also needs to arrange a trip to Las Vegas to meet with Sheldon Adelson as soon as possible...

(End of this chapter)