Hollywood starts with an agent

Chapter 605 Broadway and Hollywood
After watching "Eyes Wide Shut," Aaron and Catherine Zeta-Jones went to the nearby Isabella Club for some time!
"A British dark comedy film, *Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels*, was released in the United States this year, directed by the young British director Guy Ritchie."

"The film has received very good reviews, and is in no way inferior to Quentin Tarantino's film noir."

On the sofa, Aaron took a sip of whiskey and said casually.

"Oh, I know, Guy Ritchie. 'Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels' was a huge hit in the UK last year, and it was released in the US earlier this year."

"With a budget of less than $150 million, it grossed $2800 million worldwide, and recruited former Welsh international footballer Vinnie Jones and former national team diver Jason Statham, among others."

"Everyone says Guy Ritchie is the British Quentin Tarantino!"

Catherine Zeta-Jones patted Aaron's arm as she spoke, "This year, Guy Ritchie made a new film, *Snatch*, and several actors from the original *Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels* are in it;"

"It will be released next year, and it has also attracted Brad Pitt to star in it. After watching 'Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels,' he really wanted to star in Guy Ritchie's new film, so Brad Pitt also played a role in 'Snatch.'"

Aaron chuckled and stroked Catherine Zeta-Jones's thigh. "If you add Brad Pitt to 'Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels,' it becomes 'Snatch,' right?"

He then shook his head. Guy Ritchie was no Quentin Tarantino after all!

"However, given the current slump in the British film industry, it's already quite remarkable that we can see new British works like Danny Boyle's 'Trainspotting' and Guy Ritchie's 'Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels'."

In Aaron's eyes, British films were nothing more than an auxiliary to Hollywood, providing filming content and locations;
London has a large number of film industry workers, both in front of and behind the camera, all revolving around Hollywood. The UK accounts for the largest proportion of Hollywood's overseas filming locations each year!

As he spoke, Aaron glanced at the man and then gestured with his chin, "Look, isn't that Manchester United football superstar David Beckham?"

Catherine Zeta-Jones glanced around and said, "Oh, it's David and Victoria Beckham. They got married this summer and it caused quite a stir!"

In July of this year, Manchester United football superstar David Beckham and "Posh Spice" Victoria held a grand wedding at Lucan Castle in Ireland, attracting widespread attention from global media.
The wedding was not only extremely lavish, but also attracted numerous celebrities, including big names from the sports and entertainment industries, who came to offer their congratulations.

Aaron smiled. "Putting aside the fact that David Beckham is quite good-looking, he could even make it in Hollywood!"

Catherine Zeta-Jones nodded. "Really? But since marrying Victoria, Beckham has definitely become more and more like an entertainment star than a football player."

"Last season, Manchester United achieved a remarkable feat, becoming the first team in English football to win the Premier League title, the FA Cup, and the Champions League in the same season."

"Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has also been knighted by the British Royal Family, so we should now call this Manchester United godfather Sir Alex Ferguson!"

“Oh,” Aaron was taken aback. So Sir Ferguson’s title was earned this year?
Because Manchester United won the treble, manager Alex Ferguson was knighted.

Aaron leaned down and kissed Catherine Zeta-Jones in his arms. "By the way, Disney's *The Lion King* stage play premiered in London a few days ago, right?" "Yes, it was performed at the Lyric Theatre in London's West End, attracting a large audience and receiving rave reviews."

"Furthermore, in the first half of this year, the Prince Edward Theatre in London's West End also launched the large-scale musical 'Mamma Mia!', which consists of more than 20 best-selling classic songs by the Swedish group ABBA, and it also caused an unprecedented sensation!"

Catherine Zeta-Jones smiled as she spoke, "Is Dawn also officially venturing into stage plays?"

Aaron frowned. "Dawn does have its own theaters, but it mainly operates through collaborations with other studios."

"We haven't really developed our own stage plays; we mostly invite other theater companies to perform."

Unlike Disney and Warner Bros., which have their own dedicated theater companies, such as Disney Theatre Company or Warner Bros. Theatre Company, etc.
In the United States, New York has Broadway, Los Angeles has Hollywood, and the East and West coasts also have a clear division of labor!
Broadway represents the American theater industry, while Hollywood represents the American film industry. Broadway focuses on live performances, while Hollywood emphasizes the film industry.

Both sides have cooperation and competition, and are important representatives of the American entertainment industry. However, at present, Hollywood is much more commercially viable than Broadway.

"Was the response to the musical 'Mamma Mia!' really that great?"

Aaron inquired, after all, Dawn's previous adaptation of the musical "Chicago" had been a huge success.

Catherine Zeta-Jones nodded vigorously, "Of course! Every show is sold out. *Mamma Mia!* has been a hit since its premiere in April, and the hype hasn't died down."

"We should be performing in North America next year, then you can see how it goes!"

Catherine Zeta-Jones understood Aaron's thoughts: Dawn also wanted to adapt "Mamma Mia!".
Of course, we also need to see how "Mamma Mia!" performs in North America. Whether a play is suitable for adaptation into a film depends on various factors.

Otherwise, among so many plays adapted into films, it wouldn't be just a few that have achieved success;
After all, the golden age of musicals is long gone!

Aaron thought for a moment, "We could have Graham Bradstreet contact the producers of the 'Mamma Mia!' musical first."

"When the time is right, let Universal Music adapt it."

In Aaron's memory, the movie adaptation of "Mamma Mia!" was destined for huge box office success.
However, "Mamma Mia!" has only just begun its run and needs time to mature. It will be adapted into a film after it has undergone multiple tours and gained significant influence and recognition.

After all, the story of "Mamma Mia!" is very simple and clear; it tells a romantic love story that takes place on a beautiful Greek island!
“Mmm,” Catherine Zeta-Jones hugged Aaron’s neck and kissed him, “It’s getting late, we should go home…”

(End of this chapter)