Hollywood starts with an agent

Chapter 75 Take Off Your Clothes

By mid-September, the filming of "Boyz n the Hood" was finally completed and entered post-production.

"Fuck, I'm so poor that I only have $300 million left?"

In the Burbank offices of Dawn Pictures, Aaron leaned back in his chair and muttered to himself, "Boyz on the Hood" cost him another $50;
There is only 300 million US dollars left in the company's account, which is terrible!

Jack Wells, standing by, was stunned for a moment, feeling something was wrong, and reminded him, "No, you should be $900 million in debt now!"

Aaron's mouth twitched. He didn't understand humor. Can owing money to the bank really be called owing?

"Has the renovation of the theater started yet?"

"Not so fast, we're still in the design phase. We'll probably start next month and open next year!"

Jack Wells had been watching closely. "We've even decided on a name for the theater: Angel Theater."

"Okay," you can call it Jesus Theater, God Theater, Satan Theater, or Hell Theater, Aaron doesn't care.

"After the renovation, a lot of seats have been reduced. By then, I estimate that each of the two halls will only have 110 to 120 seats!"

"No problem, we have a few more couples seats. Even if they're a little more expensive, it's still cheaper than renting a room. If we sell more popcorn, hot dogs, and Coke, we'll have them all back."

"Okay, then I'll leave first..."

Elsewhere, on the audition stage for "Billy Bathgate" at Disney Studios, Nicole Kidman enters the room;

The director of the movie "Billy Bathgate", Robert Benton, producer Robert Colesberry and actor Dustin Hoffman were all present, as well as other supporting staff.

Nicole Kidman, with her blonde hair, blue eyes, tall figure and beautiful appearance, is very suitable for the role of the mistress played by Dustin Hoffman in the movie.

"After I came to Hollywood, I had a cameo appearance in the suspense film 'Phone Booth' and starred in 'Wild at Heart' directed by David Lynch. This film is currently in theaters and won the Palme d'Or at this year's Cannes Film Festival.

"Also, I just collaborated with Mr. Kevin Costner on a fantasy romance film called Ghost..."

With Nicole Kidman's introduction, the three of them also learned about her experience, which was not bad.

"Well, let's start performing according to the script manuscript we just received," director Robert Benton spoke first.

"OK……"

As Nicole Kidman's performance progressed, Robert Colesberry in his seat thought it was very good and signaled his opinion to the other two with his eyes.

Director Robert Benton nodded slightly, both the appearance and the performance met the requirements.

Dustin Hoffman laughed, "Billy Bathgate requires you to show your body, so we want to see you without clothes!"

After hearing this, director Robert Benton and producer Robert Colesberry did not show any significant change in expression, and they all turned their gazes to Nicole Kidman in front of them;
Even the other staff members in the room crossed their arms and looked at Nicole Kidman with great interest.

Nicole Kidman was shocked. "Didn't they say there would be nude scenes?"

"In the full script, your character has some nude scenes," Dustin Hoffman began slowly.

Being asked to show her body in front of so many men, the smart Nicole Kidman realized that she was being targeted!
"I, I'm not ready yet. I need to go back and think about it."

"You only have one chance. There are other young girls waiting outside the door. You only have one minute to think about it!"

Facing the aggressive pressure from Dustin Hoffman and others, Nicole Kidman felt like a clown;
Aaron's reminder came to mind, and he immediately left the audition room.

She also understood that leaving the audition room now would mean she would miss the role of Billy Bathgate!
"Oh," Nicole Kidman sighed as she walked out of the Disney gate.

Fortunately, she has a movie called "Ghost" to be released next year, so she doesn't have to worry about exposure. The crew didn't take the role of the mistress in "Billy Bathgate" seriously at all. There are indeed many sexy and beautiful women in Hollywood.

In the evening, Nicole Kidman and Aaron Anderson had dinner together at a Japanese restaurant in Beverly Hills. "How is the box office of Wild at Heart?"

Aaron asked as he expertly picked up the sushi with his chopsticks.

Nicole Kidman shook her head. "It took three weeks to break $1000 million. Commercially, it wasn't very successful!"

Black comedy love crime films like Wild at Heart are indeed not very popular in the market;
You know, the movie "Phone Booth" starring Nicolas Cage grossed over 3000 million US dollars.

Aaron smiled and said, "It's okay. David Lynch's works have never had any commercial value. His works have always been the representative of art films!"

Nicole Kidman nodded and looked at Aaron again, "Today I went to Disney to audition for 'Billy Bathgate';"

"She's the mistress of a gangster boss."

"Really? What was the result?"

"It doesn't quite fit the bill. The show requires me to mainly show my body, and during the audition, the director, producer, and Dustin Hoffman asked me to take off my clothes in front of everyone!"

Aaron put down his chopsticks, "Have you taken them off?"

"No, I left!"

Aaron was relieved and said calmly, "Hollywood is a place where interests are exchanged. You are not very famous now. All people want is your body."

"It won't be long. Soon, I will be the one sitting at the table eating the food, not just a dish on the table."

"I understand. I have a movie coming out next year, so it's not a big rush!" Nicole Kidman said, taking a sip of wine.

Nicole Kidman herself is well aware of her situation. If she came to Hollywood without others to support her, she would definitely be eaten up.
Aaron Anderson is young and handsome, his career is developing rapidly, and he has a keen eye. With such a man to protect her from the wind and rain, she certainly doesn't want to choose a pot-bellied, bald old white man!

"Dustin Hoffman," Aaron smiled, having completely memorized this guy;

He jumped out when he had a conflict with Warren Beatty before, and now he is doing this again. It's really damn annoying!

"Aaron, I don't have much to lose right now. I should focus on movies. Dawn Pictures has two films in post-production..."

Nicole Kidman couldn't help but remind the other party.

"Don't worry, it's just a Jewish dwarf, no big deal!"

After dinner, the two prepared to drive back to their apartment in West Hollywood.

"Nicole, this is on the highway?"

The car was driving on Santa Monica Boulevard. Facing the temptation of Nicole Kidman in the passenger seat, Aaron couldn't help but remind her.

"Honey, let's go to the alley ahead!"

Nicole Kidman licked her lips and blew into Aaron's ear.

Aaron smiled, then turned into a small alley off the street, turned off the engine, and turned off the lights...

It wasn't until more than half an hour later that the car crossed the alley and headed back towards West Hollywood.

"Nicole, you're getting better and better!"

Aaron couldn't help but praise him.

Nicole Kidman casually tidied her messy golden hair and said, "Well, let's go back first!"

(End of this chapter)