I am a literary giant in Europe

Chapter 375 Eastwood

Actually, rooms at the Carlton Regent Hotel are also in short supply.

However, with Société Générale stepping in, the hotel naturally wouldn't refuse and managed to squeeze out a suite for 13,000 euros a day.

Don't complain about the price!

It's film festival time now, and without connections, you might not be able to get 13,000 euros.

This is also why Liu Jin didn't want to participate in the Cannes Film Festival again after attending it twice.

They're just sucking the crap out of people.

He visited Cannes twice, spending nearly 200,000 euros on hotels alone.

Although he can afford it, it's always like this... The key is that he's not a filmmaker, and I really don't want to get involved in this anymore.

But there's nothing I can do, it's Jiang Wen...

Liu Jin kind of liked that guy who liked to "make dumplings just for a little vinegar" and who was obsessed with "fairness, fairness, and that's fair!"

He had no grudges against Jiang Wen.

Since they want to meet him so much, we have to make the trip.

After all, this was one of the directors he admired in his past life.

If it were someone else, even the Imperial Advisor, he might not be interested in coming.

……

"Clint, I think I see someone I know."

In the hotel lobby coffee shop, a tall, fair-skinned blonde woman suddenly stood up.

She said to the old man sitting opposite her, "Why is he here?"

"Who?"

The old man looked to be in his sixties or seventies, but he seemed to be in great spirits.

His thin face had a resolute look to it.

He didn't get up, but turned around in confusion, following the woman's gaze, which landed on Liu Jin, who was checking in at the counter.

"Amos?"

"It's him!"

"Isn't he filming a movie?"

The woman laughed and said, "Filming has already finished. I heard that his role in this movie is not big, more like a cameo."

The old man turned his head and looked at the woman.

"His script, he's just making a cameo appearance? Doesn't he know how rare it is for a Chinese person to be able to participate in... well, even if it's just a comedy, it's a film starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Matt Damon."

"He has no intention of entering the film and television industry. As far as I know, he identifies more with his identity as a writer."

As the woman spoke, she looked at the old man.

"Clint, didn't you want the adaptation rights to his new book?"

"You know him well?"

"I met him once at the Berlin Film Festival in February. I was accompanying Catherine to visit the set, so I said hello."

"So that means we're not familiar with each other?"

"You can ask Sophie for help in introducing us."

"Sophie Marceau?"

"Yes."

"Then you'll probably have a hard time finding her. She's a judge, and the closing ceremony is the day after tomorrow, so it's not convenient for her to show up at this time."

Should I call her?

"Sure, I'll just say I'd like to ask her to make an introduction."

"This shouldn't be difficult."

The woman sat down again and took out her phone.

At the front desk, Liu Jin completed the check-in procedures and dragged his suitcase into the elevator.

……

"Who's looking for me?"

He had barely entered the room, and before he could even open his suitcase, Sophie Marceau called.

"Clint Eastwood?"

Liu Jin was taken aback when he heard the name.

"He's in Cannes too?"

The night before last, Mela had mentioned this person to him.

At the time, Liu Jin's idea was to maintain contact.

He holds a positive attitude toward the adaptation rights to "Million Dollar Baby".

Of course, the price can't be low!
When dealing with these Europeans and Americans, don't always think about the magnanimity of a great power. When it's time to strike, don't hold back.

If you sell it cheaply, people may not remember your kindness, and might even look down on you.

Therefore, Liu Jin's asking price for the million-dollar baby was five million.

After all, this film earned director Clint Eastwood four Academy Awards: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, and Best Supporting Actor. Dealing with such old money for profit sharing would probably be troublesome, so he opted for a direct adaptation fee.

Four major awards, five million isn't expensive.

Before Mela could even make contact, Eastwood came knocking on their door himself.

This also shows that he really likes this story!

Sophie Marceau said, "He brought 'Mystic River' this year."

"Oh, I'm fine with that, but I'm leaving at 25, so I can only stay for a day and a half. I'll see when he has time."

"I'll give you Nicole's phone number, you can talk to her yourself."

"Who?"

"Nicole Kidman!"

"She's in Cannes too?"

"Her film, *The Hours*, is vying for the Best Actress award at Cannes." Sophie Marceau suddenly laughed. "Amos, she's a beauty. Would you like to get to know her?"

"Uh, forget it!"

For some reason, Liu Jin suddenly recalled Nicole Kidman's performance on The Fallon Show.

This woman dares to say anything.

Liu Jin doesn't want to one day become part of Nicole Kidman's talk show.

"Really don't want to?"

"You know me. If I'm interested, I'll take the initiative."

"You never made a move on me back then; it seems like I was the one who made the first move... Weren't you interested in me back then?"

"I didn't dare back then!"

Upon hearing this, Sophie Marceau couldn't help but giggle.

This woman, she dares to say anything...

"Anyway, you can contact Nicole. I might be back tonight."

"See you tonight."

Liu Jin wrote down Nicole Kidman's phone number and then hung up.

A short while later, the phone rang.

It's Nicole Kidman's number.

"Hey Nicole, long time no see."

“Amos, you didn’t even contact me when you went to America.”

"Busy, really busy..."

"Haha, I know that great writers are busy with their writing."

So, it's okay...

Director Clint Eastwood and I happen to be here too, and we'd like to invite you to dinner. Would you do me the honor?

"Nicole, you're too kind. Whether it's director Eastwood or not, I'll definitely go if you ask."

"Let's do it now. I guess you haven't had lunch yet."

I just found out about a good restaurant nearby, how about we go together?

"of course can!"

"Then we'll wait for you to come down in the lobby."

"Wait a moment, I'll be right down."

After hanging up the phone, Liu Jin opened his suitcase, took out a casual outfit, changed into it, and hurriedly left.

If you're not proactive in making money, there's something wrong with your mindset.

Director Dongmu was clearly trying to send money, so he had to act more formally.

……

The three met in the lobby.

Eastwood was somewhat silent, giving off a slightly socially awkward vibe.

However, with Nicole Kidman mediating, Liu Jin and Eastwood became acquainted.

How about L'Antidote?
I just asked the receptionist, and she said it's very good.

"That depends on whether you want the taste or the ambiance."

L'Antidote has a very nice ambiance with an artistic atmosphere. But if you're looking for good food, I recommend La Mme.

"What's the difference?"

"The environment is very relaxed, located by the sea, with a very strong Riviera lifestyle atmosphere."

Authentic Italian cuisine, with excellent risotto and grilled beef. Signature dishes include lamb chops stuffed with pine nuts and lobster ravioli.

By the way, their truffle cream sauce baked cod macaroni is very authentic.

I recommend pairing it with a 1998 Haut-Brion wine for an exceptional experience.

Eastwood's glasses immediately lit up.

"Then let's go with La Mme."

"It seems that director Eastwood is also a gourmet."

Eastwood chuckled, “As I get older, I have fewer and fewer hobbies. These days, besides playing golf, my greatest pleasure is enjoying good food. Amos, you're a food connoisseur too, and you seem very familiar with Cannes.”

"Haha, I had no choice, Leon took me there."

No matter where that guy goes, good food and beautiful women are always his top priorities.

Eastwood and Nicole Kidman couldn't help but laugh.

The three of them were initially a little reserved.

But after Leonardo DiCaprio was mentioned, it seemed like there were suddenly more topics to discuss, which made the atmosphere much more harmonious.

The three walked out of the hotel and headed there on foot instead of taking a car.

The restaurant is only a ten-minute walk from the hotel, and strolling and chatting while enjoying the Cannes sea view in May is an unparalleled experience.

Just as the three were leaving, a Chinese man and a Chinese woman entered the hotel.

The woman stood at the gate, looking in the direction Liu Jin and the other two had left, her eyes flashing slightly.

"Ziyi, what's wrong?"

"I think I just saw someone I know."

"Who? Jiang Wen?"

The woman glanced at the man, smiled, shook her head, and said, "It's not Director Jiang, it's a friend."

"Director Lou, let's go inside first. Didn't you contact Mr. Luca? Don't keep him waiting."

The man didn't think too much about it, nodded, and walked into the hotel.

The woman looked once again in the direction where Liu Jin and the other two had left, her eyes gleaming with an unusual light.

……

(End of this chapter)