Chapter 1607 6 People Traveling

Hollywood.

DreamWorks is busy developing a new TV series, "Six".

This is the script they got from the boss. Maybe Adolf Zucker doesn't know the rules very well.

All scripts sent by the boss must be 'reviewed' and modified as soon as possible, finalized and sent back to him for finalization as soon as possible, and then funds will be invested immediately to start filming.

Not only the success of "Big Ship", but also the special effects studio of "Love Craft Master", these two brought about earth-shaking changes to Hollywood.

The emergence of "Big Ship" officially ushered Hollywood into the blockbuster era.

Weta Special Effects Studio has completely changed the way movies are shot and people's understanding of movies.

It can also be said that it allows the fantasy in the filmmaker's mind to be realized, making the 'movie world' created by the screen infinite.

These two changes are great, and were rated by media people as "opening a new era and making dreams become a reality." ’

At the same time, it also strengthened the status of "DreamWorks" in Hollywood, especially after the merger with Paramount, no one can shake it.

The latter part was added privately by Adolf. In fact, even without Paramount, DreamWorks would still be a giant in Hollywood and a leader in innovation.

After going back and forth on the script several times, the final version was finally finalized.

At this time, in the conference room, executives were exchanging opinions on casting issues, just because Li Zitao wrote an extra paragraph in the script.

Full diversification!

There were only five words in the label, but it caused the senior management to rack their brains and discuss it several times.

They need to understand whether the so-called ‘diversity’ is what they understand, and what should they do to satisfy him?

"We should give these six people different colors." The casting director hesitated for a long time before expressing his opinion.

Because everyone here knows very well that Boss Xiang likes to see the characters in the film be diverse and plump, such as coming from different countries and having different skin colors.

"Are you kidding me?" Adolf's eyes widened and he shouted like a tyrant: "This is an American humorous family drama!"

"Add color, what is that?" Adolf couldn't believe that they would make such a request.

So, do they want white people and black or brown people to fall in love, get married, and even give birth to a baby on the screen openly?

"In fact, we can see that there are no diverse racial issues included in this. It is just a light-hearted drama that makes people laugh."

"So, there is no need to take the initiative to complicate the problem, uh... we can think of ways to support the role." An editor proposed a constructive solution.

"That's a good idea." Adolf agreed.

As long as you don't change the main character to another color, that's the best news for him.

Yes, he understood that because of the boss's personal reasons, he was happy to see a variety of colors on the screen, and Adolf understood this very well.

But they also have to consider whether the audience and society can accept such a film.

Even theater chains everywhere, what should we do if they refuse to broadcast it?

You must know that there was a small company that wanted to learn from the innovative spirit of DreamWorks, and announced in a high profile that they would use stories written by a black editor.

Then, they went bankrupt.

Because on the day the news was announced, the only investor withdrew his funds, the filming team went on strike, and the actors went on strike.

The previously negotiated theater chains announced that they would not play the film, not even a single clip or subtitle.

Just because DreamWorks is very successful doesn't mean they don't need to be careful.

The only difference between them and the bankrupt small company is that they have deep pockets and sufficient influence and power.

Oscar was a good move, and both Adolf and Elmo who left admired his foresight.

If the Oscars hadn't become the benchmark for movie viewing, the most authoritative and professional film awards in the United States,

Defeat countless competitors.

Coupled with DreamWorks' own theater chain, strong publicity efforts and restrained behavior, its situation is no better than that of the bankrupt small company.

"So?" The vice president looked at Adolf, wanting to know his decision.

Adolf turned his chair and said thoughtfully: "That's it. I remember the waiter in that cafe... This role can be given to an Asian."

"Asian? Not Chinese?" The vice president stared at him, wanting to know if this was his final decision.

"No, Asians." Adolf's meaning was obviously very straightforward.

If you can do without Chinese, then it is best to avoid this problem.

The relationship between the United States and the Far East is not very good now. If people know that they used Chinese actors, people will probably boycott the show.

"What about the other characters?" the vice president reminded in a low voice after finishing speaking; "If the BOSS asks, it's up to you to explain."

"Okay." Adolf said easily: "The rest of the characters...the 5 percent rule."

Among all the actors appearing in the play, 5% may be Asian. This is the rule of DreamWorks.

In fact, Elmo's original standard was 10 percent.

Adolf has raised the bar since taking over and making things easier by reducing the frequency of minority appearances.

Unless they are willing to play some funny roles...

In fact, it is a specific character that is humiliating, funny or even ugly.

It's not because that's what's written in the script, it's just market demand.

People like to see minority characters vilified and demonized.

Even if they themselves are dispensable to the plot, their comical appearances and lines can still elicit laughter.

Many companies in Hollywood like to use this trick to improve the viewing experience, funniness and anticipation of the movie.

That's the downside of Hollywood, and part of the truth about it that can't be changed.

"What's next? Should we start preparing to build the studio?"

"Of course." Adolf stared at him and spread his hands and said, "What else would you do? Let's go to your house and eat pancakes together?"

"You won't want to eat the pancakes made by his wife...it's indescribable!" the vice president laughed and joked.

Adolf didn't look good on him and shouted; "Go, go, move, I want to see everything ready this week."

Since he had to shoot, he hoped that everyone would move quickly, instead of being like his dying grandmother who had to move from the living room to the kitchen all afternoon.

If it were up to him, Adolf would prefer that they don't have to film this American life comedy, but instead put more energy and money into the big screen.

He is an ambitious tyrant, and soap operas are not his goal, nor is his positioning for DreamWorks.

Perhaps, he should think of ways to gain more trust and greater rights to let DreamWorks do what he wants.

In that case, I will definitely be able to push it to the top, and I will also reach the top because of it.