Chapter 1233 1233 Huge Plan

Looking at Hugo's relaxed smile, Kevin Pence knew he had made a wise decision.

Kevin heard a thing a long time ago, saying that the crew of "Schindler's List" was very happy, because the entire crew had been filming in Europe for several months, which was a baptism not only for the body but also for the spirit. This makes for a strong friendship among the crew members.

This matter is not a secret in the circle, because many crews have such rumors, and many crews have to release some similar news even if there are huge internal contradictions to hide people's eyes and ears. Such news is not 10,000 in Hollywood. Eight thousand, the focus is on how to discover the truth behind these seemingly mundane news.

The man in front of him is Sergio. Mimica-Gezzan, which is obviously a very unfamiliar name, and even if you ask Hollywood veterans, nine out of ten don't know it. Only the truly conscientious will notice him, because he is only an assistant director, an assistant director, and he has only one work worth mentioning before, Meryl Streep's first Oscar-winning "Sophie's" choice".

Sergio then served as assistant director for "Schindler's List". That's why Kevin noticed Sergio.

Hugo and Sergio in front of them talked freely, even if they hadn't seen each other for more than a year, they didn't make any estrangement between them, and they spoke casually and freely. That's true friends, not social courtesies. Many people have been wondering how Hugo and Meryl Streep became friends, some say it was because of Jack Nicholson's matchmaking, others said it was because of the meeting backstage at the awards ceremony, but Kevin Thought Sergio might be a bridge.

"I'm really sorry, I have something to deal with, please continue, don't pay attention to me." Kevin noticed the gesture of his assistant not far away, smiled and said to Hugo, then turned and left, leaving Space was reserved for these two long-lost friends.

After Kevin walked away, Hugo punched Sergio directly, "What the hell is going on today, I'm confused now."

Sergio laughed, "I don't know too much, and I don't know much information. I know that Kevin is fighting for you, and I hope you will appear in a work."

Hugo nodded, "Yes, 'stay away from Las Vegas'." This confirmed Hugo's thoughts, he looked around the banquet hall and saw Mike Figgis who was left out in the cold, "That is director."

In fact, for Mike, it is very unfair to cooperate with a big company like 20th Century Fox, because he is a nobody, no one cares what he thinks, he is like a controlled puppet. The only thing that is fortunate is that for a work with such personality as "Away from Casino", the producer will not interfere too much, and will give the director enough space to play, which can at least guarantee the quality of the work.

Sergio pursed his lips and did not express his opinion, because he knew that Hugo had a good idea of ​​the selection of works, and it was not his turn to speak, "Then I also know that Kevin is preparing several big projects, and he is now one by one. Preparing for the film crew, I was just on the stand-by, and an acquaintance introduced me to him. But my information is limited at the moment, I just heard that he should want you to star in a commercial blockbuster, which may be something like 'The End Author 2' works."

"Does it refer to the big production that James Cameron will be involved in, or the sci-fi action movie theme?" Hugo asked suspiciously.

Sergio shrugged innocently, obviously he didn't know any further news, but Hugo didn't mind, and twitched the corners of his mouth, "At least you know more than me."

It seems that Rick's news is correct. Twentieth Century Fox does have a big move, and it seems that there are some vague connections with Hugo. Even if Hugo is not a part of it, at least it cannot be completely excluded. Hugo thought of Tom Cruise. He just talked to Tom and learned that Tom had just returned from Europe. The European part of "Mission Impossible" had been filmed, but the Chicago part had not been filmed, he was just in Los Angeles. After three days of adjustment, I will go to Chicago to continue working.

Kevin specially arranged this banquet for today, which made people have to think more. Everyone in the industry knows that "Die Hard 3" has been released for more than a month. If 20th Century Fox really wants to promote or celebrate, this timing is too embarrassing.

"Oh, by the way, Steven will come over later, as well as David and Jeffrey, do you know about this?" Sergio originally just wanted to talk to Hugo about Steven , but seeing the doubt and surprise on Hugo's face, he couldn't help laughing, "I thought you had a phone conversation with Steven."

"I told you that you know a lot more than I do." Hugo reluctantly spread his hands to show his innocence.

Three days ago, when Steven visited Hugo for "Death Row", he didn't mention it at all. It seems that Steven's attendance should not be directly related to "Away from Las Vegas". Moreover, Steven and David and Jeffrey attended hand in hand, this is the Big Three of DreamWorks, so what does this mean?

Hugo suddenly thought of one thing. At this time last year, DreamWorks was brewing. Steven and David invited Hugo to watch the NFL draft together. Obviously, they hoped that in DreamWorks' future plans, Hugo can be an important partner. So is this the case today?

Further collaboration between 20th Century Fox and DreamWorks? This is very possible. Although DreamWorks has only one "Before the Sunrise" released, no one can ignore Steven Spielberg, David Geffen, Jeffrey Katzenberg The impact of the three of them joining forces.

Hugo had an absurd idea, was DreamWorks going to sign a co-distribution deal with Twentieth Century Fox? Or is it that the Big Three of DreamWorks listened to his advice and planned to develop distribution channels by themselves, so they entered into strategic cooperation with Twentieth Century Fox?

But this idea is baseless, and Hugo has no way to be sure.

So what role does he play in this plan? Does 20th Century Fox also want him to be an important partner in its grand plans for the future?

Hugo's idea was actively supported by Rick because Rick had absolute confidence in Hugo.

Hugo created a box office of 390 million for North America in 1993, and in 1994, Hugo alone contributed more than 400 million to the box office. Such a strong appeal is completely unmatched. Although everyone is talking about Tom Cruise, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Harrison Ford, etc., public opinion generally believes that Hugo is an actor on the same level as these people, but in fact, in the hearts of major film companies, Hugo's box office value has surpassed many competitors, leading the pack.

What's more, no one will ignore Hugo's talent in acting, not to mention that the commercial films that Hugo has acted in so far have won both box office and word of mouth, which is an irresistible lure for any film company. . confused.

Rick is not only not surprised by the idea of ​​20th Century Fox, on the contrary, he also believes that Kevin Pence has only had such insight until now, and he has been slow to respond.

So far, among the eight major Hollywood studios, Columbia Pictures and Universal Pictures are very friendly to Hugo, but they have not included Hugo in the planning blueprint; Paramount has had such a situation several times before and after. I tried, but the method was wrong, and it was always impossible. So far, Hugo has never cooperated with Paramount.

Now, 20th Century Fox has clearly realized the value of Hugo, and Kevin plans to place Hugo in an important position in the company's grand future plan, and he did not rush into it. Then slowly figure it out. Really clever.

This also makes 20th Century Fox the second Hollywood company to truly place Hugo in a strategic position after DreamWorks.

This is the embodiment of Hugo's commercial value, and it is also the embodiment of his value as an actor.

"You don't have to think about it, just leave it to me." Rick knew that Hugo was not good at these things, and he didn't care much about them. Compared with business planning, Hugo was a very pure artist. From actor to singer. However, this is also his value, and Rick knows this very clearly, "Now we are taking the initiative, and then it depends on what Kevin is planning. Even if we don't inquire, he will gradually put the blueprint in the It's in front of us. So, all we need to do is wait."

Hugo was relieved by Rick's words, and then Rick continued, "Your most important task now is to decide whether your next work is 'Away from Casino' or 'Death Walk'. You don't need to care. These outside matters, no matter which work you choose, will not matter, just leave it to me. As for you, you are responsible for becoming an excellent actor."

"I like this kind of situation." Hugo chuckled lightly. Although choosing a script is a headache, the choice is never that simple, but it is nothing compared to the exchange of interests, business plans, etc. .

"I like it too." Rick showed a satisfied smile, because it meant that Endeavour Elite Agency's position in Hollywood's hearts has increased again, "Okay, you can hand over the phone to Joe, I still need some things. He cooperates, you don't need to worry, but he does."

This is also one of the advantages of Joseph being Hugo's manager, because Joseph is professional enough, so the communication between Rick and Joseph often does not require effort.

"Joe, Rick's phone." Hugo raised his right hand high until Joseph came over and answered the phone, and then picked up "Far From Casino" on his lap, and turned his eyes to the script again typeface, with Winona Ryder? This is indeed a great idea.