Hollywood New Century

It was also Nicole Kidman's name that bought the rights to the film adaptation from Lauren Weisberg.

Now I am in contact with other directors, and I also say that Nicole Kidman may invest in movies, after all, they have already invested in "Juno", right?

"Jonathan Dayton, Valerie Faris and his wife can let them do some preparatory work on the movie plan, and the funds will definitely be in place after October!" Simon also knows that it's a bit embarrassing to have no funds now, but he wants to direct a movie. I have to pay. Anyway, I have only directed short films and documentaries before. Just like the director of "Juno" before, I have to prepare all the jobs that can be done without spending money. As soon as the funds arrive, I will contact the staff to start work!

Although the ability of the new director has not been confirmed, it is cheap and obedient!

"I'm an agent, you let me do all these jobs!" Sonia Roman shouted inwardly, and I became your assistant.

"Sonia, I think you can close this agency and help me manage Xinghai Pictures with peace of mind. They are all acquaintances, and it is convenient to use," Simon said with a smile.

"Do you really want me to be your assistant? God, your movie hasn't been released yet, let's wait until Juno is released, but if you make money, my salary can't be less," Sonia Roman felt. Can enter the ranks of producers, who will be a small agent.

"Don't worry, I won't treat you badly. Hollywood is the best of times and the worst of times," Simon smiled and strode to his office.

In March, Miramax's Weinstein brothers left Disney with $130 million and their Dimens studio to set up Weinstein Pictures.

In early April, Sony Group and a Wall Street consortium acquired MGM for $4.8 billion, with $2.8 billion in debt. Sony and four investment companies invested 2 billion in cash to control MGM, and obtained MGM's powerful film library.

At present, Paramount's parent company Viacom Group is competing with NBC Universal for DreamWorks Studios. Of course, DreamWorks Animation split from DreamWorks last year and is listed on Nasdaq alone, not listed here.

The heroine of "Little Miss Sunshine" is a problem. She is young and needs to be active and has a certain performance energy.

Looking at the script, such a family comedy road movie is indeed too bland, mainly about the trivial life of the family.

The success of the film may have resonated with some audiences!

Looking at the 8-12-year-old child star information collected on the table, there are two that meet the requirements of the movie.

Dakota Fanning, 11 years old, famous child star, has starred in several popular movie roles, "I Am Sam", "Furious Rescue", and "War of the Worlds" which will be released in August this year. She also has a younger sister named Elle Fanning, but at 7 years old it seems too young.

Abigail Breslin, who is only 9 years old this year, looks similar to Dakota Fanning. Her acting experience is even richer. In 2002, she starred in "Tian Zhao" and was nominated for the Young Art Award.

In terms of fame and performance experience, the current Abigail Breslin is indeed the best among child stars.

Therefore, Abigail Breslin's salary is very expensive, 2 million US dollars, and she is also the protagonist of the original "Little Miss Sunshine". But this movie is also one of her brightest films.

As for Dakota Fanning, except for "I Am Sam", the movies she participated in before were very good, and the box office like "Rage Rescue" was very mediocre. Dakota Fanning's salary is only half of Abigail Breslin's, and even if War of the Worlds is coming out soon, it won't rise to $2 million!

Abigail Breslin has participated in three films this year, and the schedule needs to be discussed as soon as possible, but Simon has no funds to start the project now.

Dakota Fanning is the heroine chosen by Simon. The production budget of 8 million US dollars should be saved, and the other supporting roles will also cost money. Fortunately, the scene is simple!

In May, the summer vacation period in the United States has begun, and these two months will be an important period for major film companies to compete for.

Xinghai Pictures, Xingchenhai, Simon's dream is still very lofty, independent studios need to make a breakthrough, it is difficult!

The only independent production and distribution companies with certain capabilities that still maintain independence are Lionsgate, Summit Entertainment and DreamWorks, which has suffered serious losses.

As expected, DreamWorks will also be acquired by Paramount this year. Lionsgate, as a listed company, has investors from Wall Street bankers and investors. .

The Cannes Film Festival in 2005 lasted for more than 10 days from 5.11 to 5.22.

The "Juno" crew came to Cannes on 5.18, a few-day film festival, this film "Juno" can be described as a blockbuster.

After watching the film, people have given very good reviews, and distributors from Europe and other regions have also poured in.

"Wow, I didn't expect our films to be so popular, and distributors from all over come to seek opportunities for cooperation," Nicole Kidman had just sent off a British Tuknam film distributor and returned to the hotel to have her own The room said to his assistant with a comfortable face.

"I heard that "Juno" is a strong contender for the Palme d'Or at the closing ceremony tomorrow. These days, the theater where "Juno" is showing is full!" the assistant reminded happily.

"Well, it seems that Simon Pike is really capable," Nicole Kidman immediately thought of something and asked:

"Show me the movies that will be released in the United States in June and July!"

My own "Fairy Wife at Home" was released on 6.24; "Mrs. and Mrs. Smith", which I rejected, was released on 6.10; and "Wedding Australian" was released on 7.15.

"He is optimistic about "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" and "Wedding Australian", but he is not optimistic about "The Fairy Wife" starring him!" Nicole Kidman muttered in his heart, what will happen?

"Okay, let us know the "Juno" crew, I'll invite everyone to dinner tonight," Nicole told the assistant.

Los Angeles, in the small office of Xinghai Pictures, Lauren Weisberg said to Simon with a smirk: "I guessed that you want to buy the adaptation rights of my novel!"

"Hey, if it wasn't for Nicole Kidman, how would Dune Entertainment agree. After all, selling Nicole Kidman's face is more useful than selling me a small role," Simon shrugged helplessly. I haven't found a publisher to invest in, and it's better to make money by selling it, but it's up to you to choose who you sell to.

"Hey, okay, how's the script I sent? It's been changed according to your request. More than half of the changes have been made. When are you going to start shooting this movie!" Of course Lauren Weisberg hopes to start shooting as soon as possible. I also hope to see my work being made into a movie as soon as possible.

"Well, filming can definitely start at the end of this year. Now I'm already doing some preparatory work. I'm choosing the director and actors. When the time comes, the crew can be formed and the funds are in place!" Simon is waiting for " Juno is released.

"Juno? The Cannes Film Festival is a beautiful film, but it missed the big prize Palm, the best actress and the best director also came back," Lauren Weisberg said with a pity.

"Fortunately, didn't we get the Jury Prize, second only to the Palme d'Or, as for best actress and best director, it is probably because of their rookie status," Simon felt okay, "Juno" in Yang Ming at the Cannes Film Festival is enough.

Before "Brokeback Mountain" appeared, and after the popularity of "Crash" has dissipated, "Juno" is definitely a hot spot for art films at present.

"Forget it, Simon, I've always wanted to ask if you're interested in writing novels?" Lauren Weisberg asked. The value of a best-selling novel is great.

"Not currently, it takes too long to write a novel. After that, I don't even want to write the script myself. I will directly set the script outline and find the screenwriter to perfect it." Simon shook his head and spent a few months writing the novel, forget it!

"However, if I have any new ideas in the future, I will not rule out hiring someone to write the story." Anyway, it is very common to hire someone to write the story. Not all memoirs or autobiographies of famous people are written by someone.

Lauren Weisberg couldn't deny it, and the two chatted for a while before Lauren Weisberg left.

In the afternoon, the flamboyant Sonia Roman came back, saw Simon there, and said with a smile: "Simon, Ellen Page has just followed the role of Invisible Cat in 20th Century Fox's blockbuster "X-Men 3" , although only a supporting role, but you also know the popularity of the "X-Men" series!"

"I heard that the cost budget of "X-Men 3" is more than 200 million US dollars, and the director is Brett Ratner who directed the "Rush Hour" series," Simon is of course concerned. There are many comic books this year. , "Batman 1: Mystery of Shadows", "Fantastic Four" and "Erica", "Humanoid".

Marvel's ace "Spider-Man" series and "X-Men" series have been reaping the box office in recent years.

Fantastic Four, Daredevil, and others have all hit the street again, and it's hard to describe the way Marvel is now living on debt.

Simon's heart is hot, and he must take Marvel into his own pocket before "Iron Man" appeared.

In the future, as long as you have various Marvel characters in your hands, you will be able to benefit the invincible position of the film industry.

Of course, Sonia Roman did not notice the firmness of Simon's eyes. At this moment, she seemed to see Ellen Page's glorious days after becoming a big star.

She also selectively forgot about Simon asking her to give up her brokerage business to help manage Xinghai Pictures.