Hollywood starts with an agent

Chapter 134: Should I Give Up the Heroine?

In the Chelsea district west of Midtown Manhattan, in Dawn's New York office, Aaron was preparing to develop "The Mask of Zorro" in advance;
Because it was a story about the new generation of Zorro, Aaron spent a week putting together an outline and then found someone to adapt the script!

At the same time, after helping Dawn obtain a $5000 million mortgage, Jessica Parker suddenly reported a good news to Aaron.

"You're saying Merrill Lynch is willing to provide me with a $1.5 million revolving credit line?"

Aaron leaned back in his chair and looked at Jessica Parker, the financial officer.

Jessica Parker nodded. "Yes, Merrill Lynch has great confidence in Dawn. Of course, their main confidence is in you, the boss."

"Providing this $1.5 million credit line will allow Suguang to develop several productions simultaneously."

Aaron laughed, "Shuguang now has an extra $2 million in cash!"

Merrill Lynch is optimistic about Dawn's future, and the collateral is the movies that Aaron will develop in the future.

"Great! 'Indecent Proposal' is almost finished filming, so we can promote it vigorously!"

"Indecent Proposal" was distributed by Shuguang itself. This is not a work like "Reservoir Dogs" that requires heavy investment in marketing.
Next, "Speed", "The Mask of Zorro" and so on can be developed at any time.

After Jessica Parker left, Aaron instructed his assistant, Esther Beckett, to "have Dawn take the script of Speed to talk to director Renny Harlin and John McTiernan."

John McTiernan has directed action films such as "Die Hard" and "The Hunt for Red October";
And Renny Harlin had just directed "Die Hard 2" and became famous!
"Okay, I see. Winona Ryder will be coming to New York next week to guest-star in 'Scent of a Woman'. She can only stay on the set for a week at most."

"One week? That's enough!"

After all, Aaron was one of the producers of "Dracula: Bram Stoker" and was well aware of the film's production schedule...

The Waldorf Astoria Hilton New York, on the set of "Scent of a Woman".

Al Pacino, Matt Damon, and Winona Ryder in a cameo appearance all gathered together;
Winona Ryder, wearing a black halter-neck dress and looking fresh and refined, attracted everyone's attention as soon as she appeared.

"Boss, the bank funds are in place, but the new project 'Speed' isn't going well. Director Renny Harlin is preparing to shoot Carlock's new film 'Cliffhanger,' starring Sylvester Stallone."

"And director John McTiernan is also preparing a fantasy action blockbuster called 'Phantom Heroes' starring Arnold Schwarzenegger!"

On the set, Esther Beckett reported to Aaron in a low voice, and it was obvious that these action film directors were all busy with their own projects;
"Clarks of the Valley" and "The Phantom" are both blockbusters, surely they cannot be compared to the budget of "Speed" which is over 3000 million?

"Production department, do you have any backup candidates?" Aaron frowned.

"Director John McTiernan recommended cinematographer Jan de Bont, with whom he had worked many times, to direct the film;"

"The crew is in contact with Jan de Bont!"

Aaron nodded. "If Jan de Bont can come up with a suitable plan, Speed can be handed over to him."

As a new director, Aaron has always been bold in making use of talents!

Then, Aaron flipped through a script in his hand, "The Pain of Reality", which was recommended to him by Winona Ryder;

The story is about a group of Generation X college graduates who face life difficulties in the city, such as work, society and love.

At night, in Aaron's hotel room.

Winona Ryder rang the doorbell with a bottle of wine!

"So interested?"

Aaron took the wine glass handed to him and took a sip. "Why, don't you want me to come over?"

Winona Ryder glanced at Aaron and asked, "Weren't you the one flirting in the dressing room during the day?"

Aaron smiled and stroked the girl's thigh. "In a few days, I will go with you to the set of 'Dracula' in London, England."

"After all, the filming will be closed next month!"

Winona Ryder asked about another matter, "How do you feel about the script I gave you?"

"The script was prepared two years ago, but I couldn't find an investor. At the end of last year, my agent showed it to me, and I liked it very much and was ready to join!"

"The Pain of Reality" is an art film directed by newcomer Ben Stiller. If there were no big-name stars joining, it would certainly not attract investment.
Winona Ryder chose to join, and the producers could use her fame to seek financing. Winona Ryder was too lazy to waste time and directly gave the money to Aaron Anderson, with whom she had had a relationship.

“It’s very artistic and well-filmed, and it’s an excellent work!”

Aaron said this and pulled the girl over to sit in his arms.

Feeling the man's heat, Winona Ryder closed her eyes. "The budget for 'The Pain of Reality' is over $1000 million. Is that okay?"

"With you as the lead, it won't be hard to recoup the investment. You seem to be very interested in art films?"

Last year, Winona Ryder also made a guest appearance in Jim Jarmusch's literary drama "Earth Night"!
Moreover, "The Pain of Reality" is also very suitable for Jennifer Connelly to play the role, after all, they are a few young college graduates.

"Does this mean Shuguang will invest?"

“It’s not a big deal, but I hope The Pain of Reality can be released next spring!”

Aaron said this and carried the girl into the bedroom.

Ben Stiller is also a comedy star that Aaron remembers deeply, so it won't be a big problem if he invests in him in advance.

"The crew will be ready soon. Once 'Dracula: Bram Stoker' is finished, I can start filming 'The Pain of Reality'!"

Winona Ryder responded as she cooperated with the man to take off her clothes.

Aaron looked at the girl beneath him and said, "I don't have much time to take care of this project. Are you interested in being a producer?"

Winona Ryder nodded and said, "As long as you pay for the filming, everything else is fine!"

"Okay, then I want Jennifer Connelly to join the crew and play a role;"

“Also, a young actor from ‘Saturday Night Live,’ Adam Sandler, is joining us!”

Aaron really wants to see what sparks Ben Stiller and Adam Sandler can create.

"Jennifer Connelly?"

Winona Ryder put her arms around the man's neck and jokingly said, "Do you want me to give her the leading lady's position?"

"Well!"

Aaron directly blocked the girl's lips and pulled the quilt over them...

(End of this chapter)