America is in control

Chapter 216 The taste of power and climbing up the pole
After checking Cate Blanchett's profile, Liu looked at her photo and pondered it.

As long as the other party's asking price is not too exorbitant, the heroine is hers.

Of course Liu Jiang recognized Cate Blanchett, otherwise he would not have singled her out from so many new actresses.

The other person in her previous life was nominated for an Oscar for Best Actress for her performance in "Elizabeth."

It's exciting just to think about having the actor who plays Queen Elizabeth play the role of a rich girl who dates a woman in pursuit of an urban legend.

This can be regarded as satisfying the bad taste of my previous life!

After the audition in the morning, Liu Jiang returned to his office and handed the actress's information to Petit Hou and asked her to organize it.

After working for a while, he was going to the bathroom to put out water.

"What are you still hesitating about? While there is no one around now, go over and ask!"

Seeing Liu Jiang's back disappearing from the bathroom door, the agent became a little anxious, and she gave Cate Blanchett a gentle push.

"Isn't this too abrupt? How could we meet by chance at the bathroom door!"

Cate Blanchett looked reluctant, and she complained coquettishly.

"Isn't it normal to meet at the bathroom door? I'm not asking you to sacrifice yourself and just ask for news."

"Kate, this opportunity is very important to you. No matter how many drama awards you have won in Australia, you are just a new actor in Hollywood."

“Do you know how many first-time actresses would sit on the red couch for a role?”

The agent was very unhappy and spoke in a more serious tone.

She was such a dishonest client that she regretted signing the contract.

"Take It Easy! I'll go over and ask, okay!"

Cate Blanchett saw that her agent was a little anxious. She suppressed her discomfort and hesitation and slowly walked to the bathroom.

At this time, Liu Jiang had finished draining the water and was rinsing his hands. Suddenly, he caught a glimpse of a familiar figure out of the corner of his eye.

"Hello, Mr. John." Cate Blanchett said hello pretending to be calm.

"Hello, Miss Blanchett, what do you want to see me for?"

Huh! Why hasn't this girl left yet? Didn't her audition end long ago? Could it be that the other party wants to.
Liu Jiang was a little confused and looked at the other party's pretty face through the mirror in front of him.

"I want to ask, can I get the role of the rich girl?"

Cate Blanchett clasped her hands tightly and looked at Liu Jiang's back expectantly.

Her pink lips opened and closed slightly, and she asked softly.

The agent was right. This role was related to her debut in Hollywood, so she couldn't be too cautious.

Liu Jiang saw the other party's hesitant look and suddenly wanted to laugh.

It turns out that before these big stars became famous, they were no different from ordinary people, and they would also be nervous when waiting for the results.

In the huge fame fair of Hollywood, it seems that no one is exempt from vulgarity!
Liu Jiang shook his hand, leisurely pulled out a tissue from the side and wiped his hands.

He slowly turned around and looked at Cate Blanchett in front of him.

"Your audition has been passed. Let your agent come over tomorrow to discuss the salary!"

A blush appeared on Cate Blanchett's face, the corners of her mouth curled up unconsciously, and her eyes narrowed slightly, like a jade-faced fox.

She took a deep breath and said happily.

"Really? Mr. John, this is really great!"

Liu Jiang saw that the other party was acting like a little woman, which was both cute and full of charm. He was stunned for a moment.

This girl is really cute and adorable!

However, in order to prevent the other party from misunderstanding, Liu Jiang still gave her a few words.

"Don't be too happy so early. Before the contract is signed, anything could happen."

"If your agent charges too much, I would choose another actress."

That’s right! Liu Jiang deliberately poured cold water on the other party. He didn't want to see the other party's manager, Lion, open his mouth.

"Uh! Thank you! Mr. John, I will make it clear to my agent!"

Cate Blanchett was stunned. Of course she understood the meaning of the other party's words. This was to suppress her own salary!

But it doesn't matter if the pay is slightly lower, since I'm just a newcomer anyway.

Opportunities are more important than remuneration.

After understanding this, she hurriedly expressed her gratitude to General Liu.

"You're welcome, Miss Blanchett."

General Liu waved his hand very coolly, looking very bossy.

Cate Blanchett glanced at the other party gratefully, then turned and left the bathroom.

She couldn't wait to share the good news with her agent.

Looking at the other party's graceful back, Liu Jiang licked his lips twice and sighed in his heart.

This girl has such a great figure! Those with bulging fronts and curved backs are worth fighting!
But now is not the time. As long as the other party joins the crew, he will have plenty of opportunities.

The audition in the afternoon also went smoothly, and Liu will initially select an actor named Jude Law to play the leading role.

Jude Law is from the British Isles. He is 24 years old and handsome.

He is also a theater actor and has won the Tony Award for Best Supporting Actor and the World Theater Award.

Jude Law has two acting experiences before. He played a supporting role in the British TV series "Family".

He also played the role of an English street boy who drove a car and robbed shops for fun in "The Manhunt".

His overall image and temperament are very consistent with the character of the male protagonist in "Looking for the Midnight Kiss".

The pay was appropriate and his acting skills were passable. In just one audition, Jude Law gained everyone's recognition.

Liu will take advantage of the situation and confirm that he will play the male lead in "Looking for a Midnight Kiss".

As for the minor supporting roles, everyone was able to identify them one by one without much effort.

Some of the roles were decided by Jonathan and the two directors, and Liu Jiang could clearly see the tricks in them.

But he didn't care too much, he just treated it as a favor to the other party.

After all, who among those hanging out in Hollywood doesn’t have their own personal network?
The worldly wisdom is equally applicable in the United States, if not more so!
Liu Jiang did not participate in the entire remuneration negotiation that followed.

He drew a line for Jonathan, letting him play to his heart's content and lowering the salaries of those actors.

It's not that Liu Jiang doesn't pay attention to salary negotiations, it's just that there are more important things waiting for him right now.

On June 6th, Liu will gather with the cast members of "The Island" to participate in the promotion.

"John, long time no see. I heard from Nicolas Cage that you are planning to make a movie, right?"

Jerry Bruckheimer greeted General Liu and asked with a smile on his face.

"Yes, Mr. Bruckheimer, my film company is preparing a small-budget romantic comedy called "Looking for the Midnight Kiss." Liu Jiang shook hands with the other person and answered cautiously.

Jerry Bruckheimer's co-star Don Simpson died of a heart attack before "The Island" was completed.

This incident had a great impact on him. Although it was not visible on the surface, Liu Jiang felt that the other party was not in a good mood.

"I've heard people talk about this script, and it seems quite interesting."

"Good job, young man! I look forward to seeing this movie on the big screen."

"But these days you have to focus all your attention on promoting "Bravely Entering the Island", do you understand?"

Jerry Bruckheimer patted the other party on the shoulder and said a few polite words.

"Of course, Mr. Bruckheimer."

General Liu quickly expressed his position, accepted people's money, and solved the disaster with them. He could still do this.

After the two of them exchanged some non-nutritious words, they separated.

Next, Liu Jiang found Michael Bay again and said hello to him.

Michael Bay seems to be quite energetic, as if he is not worried about the success or failure of "The Island" at all.

After chatting with the other party for a while, General Liu began to wander around.

It didn't take long for Nicolas Cage to come over.

"John, have you found a distributor for your movie?"

"Not yet. The film selection managers of those distribution companies have said that they can only decide whether to release the film after seeing the finished film. I am worried about this matter right now!"

Liu Jiang complained to Nicolas Cage that the connections introduced by him didn’t seem to be very powerful!
"John, this is perfectly normal in Hollywood. My friends at New Line have tried their best!"

"I thought you were going to co-produce this movie with New Line Cinema."

"As long as you reach a cooperation, won't the distribution matter be solved?"

Nicolas Cage explained two things to his friend. In his opinion, co-production is the best option.

"Nick, the production cost of the new line is US$400 million. This is not a small amount of money."

"Do you know what the initial budget of my movie was? $300 million!"

"So it's just not realistic and I can't afford it!"

"You are very popular in Hollywood and have a wide network of contacts. Please help me think of another solution."

Liu Jiang expressed his difficulties and at the same time climbed up the pole and relied on the other party.

This was certainly not a whim, but a decision made after careful consideration.

While investigating the details of New Line Cinema, Liu discovered a crucial clue.

Well-known director David Lynch has a close relationship with New Line Cinema boss Bob Shea.

David Lynch is Nicolas Cage's nobleman, and the relationship between the two is very good.

Their film "Wild at Heart" won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.

David Lynch helped Nicolas Cage complete the transformation from a young actor to an actor.

With "Wild at Heart" Nicolas Cage completely shed the aura of the Coppola family above his head.

The relationship between the two can be described as both teachers and friends, and they have a very close relationship.

General Liu had a flash of inspiration and immediately came up with a curved way to ask for help.

As long as you get rid of Nicolas Cage, let him help you open your mouth to David Lynch for help.

David Lynch should not refute Nicolas Cage's reputation, as long as he talks to New Line Cinema boss Bob Shea.

Then the issue of the release of "Looking for Midnight Kiss" has been successfully solved!

It just so happens that David Lynch will also attend tonight's premiere, so Liu will climb up the pole and rely on Nicolas Cage.

Nicolas Cage frowned, lost in thought.

Liu Jiang did not disturb the other party, but looked at him expectantly.

"John, have you ever considered one of those small film distribution companies? I can help you get one!"

After thinking for a while, Nicolas Cage looked up at General Liu and said slowly.

"Nick, you know very well the distribution capabilities of small film distribution companies. I still have expectations for my first film."

Liu Jiang quickly stopped the other party. He could handle the small film distribution company himself, but this had no practical significance.

"In that case, I can ask someone to help you think of a solution, but I can't guarantee that it will be successful."

Nicolas Cage was also forced by General Liu and had no choice but to agree vaguely.

"Thank you, Nick, I knew you had a solution!"

Liu Jiang hugged the other party's shoulders and said with joy.

"Don't thank me in a hurry. I can't guarantee that it will work. I will introduce an elder to you at tonight's premiere. Whether things can work or not depends entirely on him!"

Nicolas Cage has a headache. Who knows that the other person is his little brother? He has to help out in his first movie.

"I believe in you, Nick. Your elder is my elder. I will do whatever you tell me to do!"

General Liu was overjoyed. It seemed that his plan to ask for help in a curve was going very smoothly.

The elder the other party calls is probably David Lynch!
Next, Liu will continue to give Nicolas Cage high hats and praise him.

Nicolas Cage has seen this battle, and he feels that General Liu is a completely different person.

There is no way, the issue of the issuance contract has simply become a worry for General Liu. Now that there is hope of solving it, how can he not put a lot of effort into it.

After the promotional event, Liu Jiang and Connelly joined together and came to the premiere together.

The two dressed up and walked hand in hand on the red carpet.

In the last red carpet incident (Catherine), Liu Jiang spent a lot of effort to calm Connery down.

Although Connery didn't say it openly, there was always a thorn in his heart.

She strongly requested to attend the premiere of "The Island" with General Liu.

General Liu was also worried that something would happen again, so he decisively agreed to the offer.

After enduring a baptism of flashes, the two walked down the red carpet and came to the reporter's question area.

After choosing a few questions related to "Bravely Entering the Island" and answering them, General Liu has fulfilled his promotional obligations.

Liu Jiang kept looking around with the corner of his eye, looking for Nicolas Cage.

It didn't take long for him to find the other party.

Nicolas Cage and his wife were being interviewed by reporters together. Even though Liu Jiang was a little anxious, it was not easy to get over at this time.

After they finally finished the interview, Liu Jiang took Connery over.

(End of this chapter)