Hollywood starts with an agent

Chapter 473 Twist and Suspense

Sophie Marceau arrives at the Four Seasons Hotel Beverly Hills.

Having just attended the premiere of "Air Force One" at Universal City, I came to the hotel specifically to find Aaron!
"How was the premiere of 'Air Force One'?"

Aaron and Sophie Marceau entered the suite at the Four Seasons Hotel and asked aloud.

Sophie Marceau replied somewhat dismissively, "Well, it's alright. This kind of commercial action movie is basically a popcorn movie. Do you expect film critics to give it high marks?"

Aaron smiled and kissed Sophie Marceau on the cheek. "Air Force One is, after all, a work of American values ​​and heroism."

"What we're looking for are exciting action scenes and visual effects, as well as a thrilling and suspenseful storyline!"

As for the rest, such as illogical storylines, political intentions, and false propaganda, it doesn't matter;

Most viewers will pay for a film that glorifies the American spirit; it's essentially a political tribute.

Sophie Marceau lay down on the bed with Aaron in her arms, undressing both of them. "The scenes between Harrison Ford and Gary Oldman in the movie are quite memorable," she said.

"Both of them are excellent actors!"

After all, Sophie Marceau had worked with Harrison Ford on the action film "Clear and Bright" a few years ago.

"Mmm," Aaron lay on top of Sophie Marceau and kissed the woman, feeling her sexiness and charm!
During the spring season in the first half of the year, Harrison Ford and Brad Pitt collaborated on a thriller crime film called "Walking with the Devil," directed by Alan J. Pakula, who also directed "The Pelicans."
However, "Walking with the Devil" received mixed reviews and had a very poor reputation. Moreover, its $8000 million investment only yielded a little over $4000 million in North America and a total global box office of $1.4 million.

"Harrison Ford is perfect for this kind of American patriotic film; it's bound to do well at the box office!"

Aaron looked at Sophie Marceau beneath him, feeling the woman's softness, and said, "Regarding his works, I'd say they're rather mediocre."

"He's the epitome of the American hero. What acting skills do action stars need?"

Sophie Marceau smiled, "My current film, *City of Angels*, starring Nicolas Cage, seems quite promising."

"His acting is very powerful, and his portrayal of the character is very fitting!"

Aaron leaned close to the woman's chest and said in a deep voice, "Nicolas Cage, he used to hone his acting skills in art films, but he's an Oscar winner."

He's different from commercial action stars like Harrison Ford!

“That’s true,” Sophie Marceau said, patting Aaron’s head. “I heard from the producer that a romance movie is being filmed in New York, starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. It’s called ‘You’ve Got Mail,’ I think.”

Aaron raised his head, rolled over, and Sophie Marceau sat on the man's lap!
"I know, it's a Warner Bros. film written and directed by Nora Ephron."

"A few years ago, I worked with Nora Ephron, who was a new director at the time, on 'Sleepless in Seattle,' and it was a huge success."

It seems that these two romance films will face off next year, after all, they are starring two Oscar winners;

The leading ladies in the two films are, respectively, American Sweetheart and French Kiss.

“Well, Air Force One opens nationwide this Friday, you should focus on the box office!” Sophie Marceau said, then leaned down and kissed Aaron’s lips…

With the official release of "Air Force One", it opened in 2920 theaters in North America over its opening weekend, grossing $3710 million.
The movie is very engaging, but its reception has been quite lukewarm, mainly due to its excessive political propaganda.
Burbank, in Dawn's office.

Tom Rothman recommended a very compelling script to Aaron!

The Sixth Sense, with a screenplay written by Indian-American director M. Night Shyamalan:

The story tells of a famous psychologist who, after being shot, did not realize he was dead but instead helped a child with mental illness overcome his fear.

Finally, because the child was someone who could see ghosts, the psychologist finally realized that he was already dead...

"A psychological drama, and with a huge twist at the end, no wonder it's worth $300 million!"

Indeed, the screenwriter of "The Sixth Sense" is just a 27-year-old Indian-American newcomer director who has only directed one film costing a few hundred thousand dollars.
However, the script "The Sixth Sense" attracted the interest of many producers, and Universal acquired it at a high price after bidding.

"Tom, you said there's another condition for buying the script, right?"

Tom Rothman nodded. "This M. Night Shyamalan is going to direct it himself; the guy comes from a wealthy family."

"During his university years, his family sponsored him with over $70 to make a movie!"

Aaron tapped the table. "No problem. M. Night Shyamalan can direct. The script is indeed brilliant, and the final twist is truly astonishing."

As he spoke, Aaron pulled out a novel and continued, "This was sent by David Fincher; it's a novel called *Fight Club* by Chuck Palahniuk, a freelance journalist."

"It's also a suspense novel that David Fincher wanted to adapt, and Chuck Palahniuk was very supportive of adapting his novel into a film!"

The novel Fight Club tells the story of Jack, a car insurance agent facing a midlife crisis, who meets Tyler, a soap merchant. The two start a fight club where they can vent their emotions, but Tyler's behavior becomes increasingly crazy. When Jack tries to stop Tyler, he discovers that Tyler is actually another version of himself.

"David Fincher's 'The Game,' which he directed for PolyGram last year, won't be released until September of this year."

"There are already new projects?"

David Fincher has a very high level of control over suspense films; the success of "Seven" has established his status.

However, David Fincher is very selective about his scripts, focusing primarily on suspense.

"Yes, since David Fincher wants to adapt Fight Club, I still believe in his abilities."

Okay, when Aaron saw the script for "The Sixth Sense", his first choice for director was actually David Fincher;

However, since screenwriter M. Night Shyamalan had the qualifications to be a director, there was nothing that could be done. Dawn couldn't possibly miss out on such a brilliant script, could it?
A script priced at $300 million is the top price in Hollywood. Aaron believes that as soon as Dawn says it wants to give up, another film company will immediately take it over!

Tom Rothman nodded. "Then I'll find someone to prepare as soon as possible..."

(End of this chapter)