American Entertainment: Taylor Swift wrote a song for the beginning

Chapter 233: Complete Takeover
"Our script has passed the review of Screen Gems. Let me introduce myself again. I have a very good relationship with Terry Stapleton, the executive vice president of Screen Gems. My first film, Cheerleading Camp, was successfully completed with the investment of Screen Gems, and the result was pretty good, so this new project, The Scandal Project, came about." In the office, the greasy-haired young man talked to Ryan and Taylor.

He claimed to be the director and executive producer of "The Scandal Project" and Olive Bridge Pictures was his own personal production company. In other words, this project was led by him. His name was Will Gluck. He was quite handsome and had a bit of a submissive temperament. He was a favorite of old white men in Hollywood.

"As for Screen Gems, it is actually a production studio under Sony Columbia. This studio has a long history. It started out by producing cartoons, then TV series, and now it specializes in working with external independent production companies to produce movies. I'm sure you have seen the Resident Evil series. Screen Gems participated in the production and is also responsible for the distribution of this film in North America, Latin America, and Italy. Its partner is Constantine Films."

Constantine is headquartered in Munich, Germany, and it is this production company that holds the film and television rights to the Fantastic Four.

"The Underworld series was also jointly developed by Screen Gems and Lakeshore Pictures," Will Gluck continued.

Lakeshore Pictures is an independent production company headquartered in Los Angeles. In addition to the Black series, it has also produced some well-known films such as Million Dollar Baby.

"Currently, Screen Gems is focusing on the development of three types of films: horror films, fantasy action films, and youth comedies. 'EASY A' belongs to the last type," said Will Gluck.

"In other words, 'easy A' will be released by Sony Columbia?" Taylor said immediately.

"That's exactly what I wanted to say. This movie will have no problem selling in the North American market." Will nodded.

Several major film companies have their own first-party productions, but they will also use their distribution advantages to cooperate with external independent production companies. The vast majority of these films are small and medium-cost productions, and the genres are often comedies and horror films.

Will began to brag about his project again, mentioning how much potential the heroine had, how excellent the script was, and that it was the only comedy film in the entire schedule. In short, as long as you invest, there will definitely be returns.

"Since this project is so promising, why is there a lack of investment?" Ryan looked at the slicked-back director.

"Well... the specific situation is a bit complicated. As you know, the economy has been in recession recently, and several projects under Screen Gems have been seriously overspent. For example, The Second Coming of Christ will be released in the summer, and there are several important films to be released this year, such as Resident Evil 4. In addition, Underworld 3, which has already been released, did not perform well at the box office. Multiple factors have led the top management to decide to narrow the budget, but this is exactly your opportunity. This opportunity is rare. I have met with several potential investors, but considering Ms. Rivers' extraordinary achievements in music, I still prefer to work with you two." Will explained.

"I guess that Terry Stapleton lost interest in you, huh?" Ryan laughed.

Will's smile became very stiff: "But at least I saved the project. Damn, Hollywood will never lack young male actors who can contribute their anus and intestines!"

“How much is left in the budget?”

"I spoke to Ms. Rivers on the phone before, and it's about two million...actually a little more. I can guarantee now that the total budget will not exceed 1000 million. How much are you willing to invest?" Will stared at Ryan.

"Ten million? In other words, you didn't get a penny from the investment?" Taylor realized he had been cheated.

Will spread his hands: "I am considering raising funds from financial channels."

Taylor suddenly realized what was going on and began to think about giving up. This director was too unreliable.

"Actually, I just came here with Ryan today to take a look. We can't actually come up with that much money right now. As for investment, I need to go back and discuss it with Ryan." Taylor prepared to leave.

"In fact, if we cut some scenes and streamline the process, the total budget will be further reduced to about 700 to 800 yuan, which is already the limit." Will saw that the cooked duck was about to fly away, and hurriedly said: "If it doesn't work, I can still take a smaller part of the salary, but if the box office exceeds the break-even point, I have to get the rest."

Taylor had already stood up: "Darling, I'm hungry, let's go eat something first."

Will walked Ryan and Tyler to the office door.

"This is ridiculous. They ask for so much money right away. How is this different from fraud?" Taylor couldn't help muttering as soon as he got in the car.

"Don't drive yet." Ryan closed the car door and said to the driver.

"The difference is that this project is really good." Ryan changed the subject.

Ryan is different from Taylor. With the successful case of "2 Broke Girls" in front of him, Ryan seems more bold.

"He didn't get a single cent of investment. He's just trying to get something for nothing. It's clear that no one is optimistic about this project," Taylor followed.

"Because he has lost power and has little experience," Ryan analyzed the reasons.

"Yeah, so you can just trust him with the money. Ten million can buy several houses."

"For others, this is a major uncertainty, but for us, it is an opportunity. By investing in the film, we will be the main controller and can take over the project in its entirety. We have the final say on the director, producer, screenwriter, and finance. If Will doesn't do a good job, we can let him hand over the baton or even kick him out of the project. The same goes for other aspects." Ryan is now ready to do more than just invest.

"But..." Taylor was still worried.

"Don't you believe my judgment?" Ryan looked at Taylor.

"Why don't I believe you? But do you really want to pay so much money?" Taylor was reluctant.

"I can't take out so much at once, but you can," Ryan said with a smile.

"You are more suitable than me. Your tour has sufficient cash flow, and the total investment can be taken out in steps, which will not affect you much. I will run the project from the back."

"No problem, no matter what you want to do, I will always support you." Taylor nodded in agreement without saying a word.

If she really had to invest, she would be reluctant, because she didn't understand movies and felt that investing was just icing on the cake. But now that Ryan needed it, she didn't care at all, and even felt obligated to do it.

Since Ryan wants to do it, she will definitely support him with all her strength. If there is a loss, she will just consider it as gaining experience for Ryan.

If 10 million is not enough, then 20 million. If 20 million is not enough, then 30 million. It doesn't matter if I work harder, as long as Ryan is fine. Taylor thought.

"If we win, we'll enjoy it together. If we lose, we'll bear the consequences together," Ryan said seriously.

"It's okay, if you lose, you lose. Don't feel so stressed. I will make the money back next year anyway. Whatever you want to do then, I will continue to pay for it." Taylor raised his hand, took Ryan into his arms, and said with infinite tenderness.

"I don't plan to lose money." Ryan thought about it and considered the various risks involved...

After a while, the two got out of the car again and found Will again.

"Taylor and I are singers under Universal Music. Will this affect the investment?" Ryan asked directly.

Seeing the two return again, Will knew that this matter was promising, and immediately analyzed it for Ryan: "Universal Music's parent company is France's Vivendi, and Universal NBC is a subsidiary of Comcast. Although both have the name 'Universal', they are independent of each other. Universal Pictures cannot obstruct through Universal Music."

Universal Music's parent company is Vivendi, which started out as a water company and is now a large holding company with assets mainly concentrated in the entertainment and communications sectors. In addition to Universal Music, other well-known companies include Activision Blizzard and mobile game company Gameloft. Vivendi does not interfere much with its subsidiaries, and Squid Goblin is currently doing very well, mainly because its products are quite popular, with Call of Duty 4 and WOW: Wrath of the Lich King setting new records.

As for Comcast, it is a large broadband and television service operator in the United States, and is also involved in advertising and film and television production. It can be understood as the plus version of China Telecom.

Although Will logically says that this is fine, Ryan decides to be more cautious and take over the project in a less noticeable way.

"I will entrust someone to set up an overseas film and television production company, and Taylor will not show up." Ryan said slowly, and then looked at Will.

"Don't worry, even if you kill me, I won't tell anyone. I'm counting on this project to make a comeback." Will nodded repeatedly.

"In addition, I have to appoint an executive producer, and my people will also be responsible for the financial aspects of the crew." Ryan continued.

"Well, it's your right." Will didn't say much.

"Finally, the cast may have to be adjusted." Ryan added that the cast is very important for a film, even a low-budget one.

"It has been confirmed that in addition to Emma Stone, the main characters include the male lead Penn Badgley, but his role is not large. This is a chick flick. Supporting actresses include Amanda Bynes..." Will mentioned a few more names.

Ryan looked at Taylor. "Do you need to replace Emma Stone?" Taylor asked tentatively.

"No, I think she is suitable." Ryan tried to say. Emma Stone was not that stunning, but she was also popular with the audience. If they really wanted to find a great beauty, the movie would not be able to support her.

"But the second female lead and the first male lead don't have any special features. Have they signed the contract?" Ryan asked.

"The contract hasn't been signed yet, mainly because I haven't gotten any investment. This is the best candidate I can find right now. Payne is the actor in Gossip Girl, and Amanda Bynes debuted as a child star... Wait, I've found a more suitable candidate for the leading male role!" Will's eyes lit up. As a hook seller, he actually had a better eye for male actors.

"Does this movie need me?" Ryan laughed.

"Of course we need you. It's a good gimmick to play an important role for the first time, and you are charming enough, I mean to those female fans." Will nodded repeatedly.

"But that's not low-key at all." Ryan thought.

"It's just a role. Didn't we just make a cameo appearance in a New Line movie? Universal Music didn't even call to inquire," Taylor reminded.

New Line is now a subsidiary of Warner.

"Taking a step back, you're still launching a series with CW. Same logic, I support you appearing on the big screen," Taylor said immediately.

Who knows, Ryan thought, but he didn't refuse.

Ryan then asked about the leading male role, and Will said that the leading male role actually didn't have many scenes, and his main role was to "get married" with the heroine and give the movie a perfect ending.

"That's the decision for now." Ryan nodded.

As for the second female lead, Ryan hasn't thought of a suitable candidate yet.

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After leaving the Olive Bridge Entertainment office, Taylor asked the driver to go to Rodeo Drive in the Beverly Hills area.

"I'm going to meet Terry soon, I can't go there empty-handed, right?" Taylor thought about buying a gift again.

"I used to send her gifts every day, so there's no need to buy so much." Ryan found that Taylor treated Tracy better than himself.

Ryan asked the driver to go directly to Studio 25. As soon as the two arrived on the set, they were warmly welcomed. The filming was just coming to an end at this time, and all the main actors, including Terry and Julie, had gathered together.

"I'm so sorry that I came here in a hurry and didn't bring any gifts for everyone!" Taylor smiled embarrassedly.

"Why bring gifts? I almost have no room for them. Just come. Taylor, you are getting more and more beautiful." Terry looked at Taylor and was so happy.

"Yes, her skin is getting better and better, and she's still so slim." Julie followed.

Taylor was so flattered by the praise that she offered to treat all the crew members to a trip to Florida after the filming of this season was finished!

This caused cheers from everyone present.

As for the two leading actors in the series, they also came over and chatted enthusiastically with Taylor.

"Thank you for starring in Ryan's drama. Let's go out for dinner together tonight." Taylor took the initiative to invite them.

Daddario readily accepted, but Amber said she had something to do in the evening.

"Next time." Amber shook her head with a wry smile and glanced at Ryan behind Taylor.

Since Taylor was here, he naturally had to make a cameo appearance. Maybe because they heard the cheers, other actors from the crew also came over to greet Taylor and Ryan.

Jim Parsons, who plays "Sheldon" in The Big Bang Theory, does not look like the stereotypical "Frankenstein" in the TV series at all. He chats with Ryan. At the same time, Ryan sees a figure in a tight jumpsuit standing with Taylor. This woman came from other sitcom crews. She has a really explosive figure, which can be described as "thunderous". It is estimated that she is even better than Trey and Daddario. The tight jumpsuit outlines her waist, which is also very slender. She wears high heels, which makes her slightly taller than Taylor. Her height is estimated to be about 1.7 meters.

Not only is her figure so explosive, she also has a charming face. She is a walking sex symbol. As soon as she appears, she immediately attracts the attention of all the men present. In other words, no matter where she goes, she will attract the attention of men.

"Sofia Vergara is indeed very sexy. She is an actress from the show "Modern Family" next door." Jim Parsons couldn't help but say at this time.

A few years later, this actress ranked second on the Forbes income list with an annual income of 4100 million thanks to this film and endorsements, surpassing famous women such as Nicole Kidman, Charlize Theron and Jennifer Aniston, and second only to Black Widow who made a fortune from Marvel.

Jim Parsons didn't wait for Ryan's response. He turned around and found that Ryan had already walked over...

"...Mine is just a prop of the crew, yours is the real thing." Sophia was holding Taylor's hand at this time, praising Taylor highly. She also had a big diamond ring on her finger, but it was just a prop of the crew.

She has a natural, relatively strong Latin accent, which, combined with her magnetic voice, adds a touch of exotic charm to her sexiness.

"It's so beautiful!" she couldn't help but exclaim.

Just then Ryan came over and was about to speak when Sophia noticed him: "Hello, handsome guy."

Then he looked at Taylor and said, "I still have to film. I'll come over while I'm using the bathroom. I'll talk to you later."

Then he walked away.

Taylor looked at her back and couldn't help but sigh: "It looks bigger than my head. You can't buy such a size in a lingerie store."

Don't look at it anymore, those two pieces of meat won't go on you, Ryan thought.

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At the same time, in downtown Los Angeles, the crew of "Valentine's Day" was filming intensively.

The scene filmed today is the one starring Anne Hathaway and Jesse McCartney.

Anne Hathaway was sitting in the makeup car memorizing her lines while the makeup artist on the crew was fixing her look.

After a while, two men in suits suddenly broke into the makeup car.

"Where are you from? Staff are not allowed to enter here, please go out." The makeup artist immediately reminded.

"No, we are not part of the crew." One of them directly showed his FBI license.

"We now need to ask Ms. Anne Hathaway a few questions!" another followed.

The makeup artist was stunned and didn't know how to respond.

"I'm working! Can't you come to see me after get off work!" Anne Hathaway stared at her big eyes and said angrily.

"This is an urgent matter, I'm just asking!" the man followed.

"You, get out." Another person pointed at the makeup artist.

After the makeup artist left, she closed the door of the makeup car. Only then did Anne Hathaway's assistant rush over...

(End of this chapter)