I am a historical film director in the entertainment industry.

In Hollywood, even outstanding acting skills cannot guarantee a leading role, simply because they are Asian, thus relegating them to supporting roles in films.

Although Hollywood talks about treating everyone equally, their actions still fall short of equality, and racial discrimination remains deeply entrenched in Hollywood.

For actors who dream of making it in Hollywood, they can only be relegated to the background or play roles that are portrayed negatively.

Hollywood's sense of superiority has always hindered the development of Asians. Even some actors who are renowned in Asia still cannot get a good opportunity in Hollywood.

Even in terms of salaries, Hollywood is finding ways to demonstrate its discrimination against Asians.

Liu Yuling, one of the leading actresses in the movie "Charlie's Angels," earned less than a fraction of what European and American actors did.

So many Chinese actors go to Hollywood to develop their careers, but most of the time it's a thankless task, and they might end up like "Pigsy looking in the mirror—unpopular with everyone."

They suffer from racial discrimination, have little money (compared to the Chinese entertainment industry), have to be subservient to white people, and have no initiative.

This place is not the 'sacred land' in Cheng Sheng's mind.

Cheng Sheng wouldn't mind making one or two movies in Hollywood, but he was reluctant to develop his career there.

Based on the development of another world, once domestic artists see the true face of Hollywood, very few actors will lower their status to develop in Hollywood.

Many actors focus on the domestic market because they know that as long as they develop the domestic market well, it doesn't really matter whether they go to Hollywood or not.

"Hollywood may be a holy land for many people, but..."

After thinking for a while, Cheng Sheng revealed the bloody truth about Hollywood.

Upon hearing this, both Zhao Yazhi and Li Xiaoran couldn't help but show expressions of shock.

In the past, when they received news about Hollywood, they would say how great Hollywood was, that Hollywood was a paradise for all filmmakers.

Actors who haven't worked in Hollywood can't be called international superstars.

Now Cheng Sheng tells them that Hollywood is a cannibalistic monster, especially unfriendly to Asians, which directly shatters their previous illusions about Hollywood.

It turns out that Hollywood is even more brutal than China.

"The stage is dazzling and glamorous, but behind it is a group of predators full of desire and hypocrisy. Everyone sees how glamorous those stars are, but don't forget, behind this brilliance, who is being manipulated by money and power in secret?"

Those stars who captivate audiences on screen may have unspeakable pain and helplessness behind the scenes.

Take Hollywood in 1969, for example. I heard that almost all the movies at that time were made under political control, and how many of the scripts lacked genuine emotion?

The decision-makers behind the scenes are grinning from ear to ear, but the actors on stage have to pay the price for this kind of lucrative deal.

"Countless actresses have paid a price in pursuit of fame and fortune, even having to endure the humiliation of sexual harassment and assault..."

Cheng Sheng felt himself getting more and more excited as he spoke, revealing all the unspoken rules of Hollywood.

Anyway, he doesn't want to develop his career in Hollywood, so even if he offends all the Hollywood capitalists, he's not afraid.

Moreover, he wasn't wrong; the darkness of Hollywood is something ordinary people can't comprehend.

Behind the dazzling starlight lies a dark corner unknown to most. Even in the golden age of the film industry, behind the glamorous stars on the screen lay countless hidden scandals and human struggles that were concealed.

"Marilyn Monroe—the legendary actress revered as a 'sex symbol'—possessed impeccable beauty and charm, yet in her autobiography, she unflinchingly exposed the hypocrisy and corruption of Hollywood."

She bluntly stated that Hollywood is like a "well-packaged brothel" where powerful figures only care about their own interests and even manipulate role allocation through "unspoken rules." Actresses, in order to get opportunities, often have to submit to this humiliating "transaction."

Marilyn Monroe's accusations directly attacked the cancerous secrets of Hollywood, tearing away the veil of ugliness beneath its glamorous exterior.

Cheng Sheng's words nearly scared Zhao Ya to death, and he secretly felt a little relieved.

When Zhao Yazhi was young, she once thought about developing her career in Hollywood, but she eventually gave up on that idea because of family reasons.

Looking back now, Zhao Yazhi is glad she didn't go to Hollywood. Otherwise, given her status as a Chinese actress, she would probably have been taken advantage of by those people in Hollywood.

The two reporters trembled with excitement as Cheng Sheng revealed the dark side of Hollywood.

With the materials Cheng Sheng provided, they only needed to tweak them a little, and a raise and promotion would be a sure thing.

Seeing that he had said enough, Cheng Sheng said, "Gentlemen, I have answered the three questions. Please do not disturb us any longer."

"Okay, Director Cheng."

The two reporters were sensible people; having received such a great benefit, they just wanted to get back quickly, polish their news articles, and post them online as soon as possible.

After the two reporters left, Cheng Sheng sat down opposite Zhao Yazhi and asked with concern, "Teacher Zhao, is your foot alright?"

"Thank you so much, Director Cheng. If you hadn't been there to support me, I'm afraid I would have twisted my leg," Zhao Yazhi said gratefully.

Cheng Sheng glanced at the broken high heels and said to Li Xiaoran and Zhao Yazhi, "Excuse me, I'll be right back."

Zhao Yazhi and Li Xiaoran were puzzled, wondering what Cheng Sheng was up to.

He walked to the hotel front desk, said a few words, took out several hundred-yuan bills and handed them to the front desk, then walked back.

"Cheng Sheng, what did you say to the receptionist? And why did you give her money?" Li Xiaoran asked, puzzled.

"I told her to buy Teacher Zhao a pair of shoes," Cheng Sheng said without hiding anything.

"Director Cheng, this... I'm sorry to trouble you."

Zhao Yazhi was a little embarrassed at first, but when she saw that her high heels were broken and she couldn't wear them anymore, she knew she definitely needed a new pair. Now that Cheng Sheng had bought her some, she was very grateful.

"You're too kind, it's nothing. Teacher Zhao, you were my idol when I was a child," Cheng Sheng said with a smile.

Sitting next to Zhao Yazhi, Li Xiaoran rolled her eyes at Cheng Sheng with a bitter expression. Despite their close relationship, Cheng Sheng had never bought her shoes.

“Director Cheng, I’m so much older than you, you should just call me Aunt Zhao,” Zhao Yazhi said.

“Aunt Zhao? You don’t look much older than me. Why don’t I call you Sister Zhi? And don’t call me Director Cheng. Just call me Cheng Sheng, or Ah Sheng, it’s fine.”

Looking at Zhao Yazhi's face, which appeared to be in her thirties, Cheng Sheng found it hard to reconcile her with the image of an aunt. (End of Chapter)