Chapter 1104: National Propaganda Film

Donn is very self-aware, and he never wanted to rewrite the world pattern and international order.

If you want to change, the most you can do is change the landscape of Hollywood.

Make yourself unique in Hollywood.

The values shown in the movie "Charlie Wilson's War" are, to put it bluntly, the official propaganda film of the United States.

This is no different from the previous "Secret Service".

This kind of promotional film, from the perspective of cost and benefit, wants to make money...... It's difficult!

Especially if "Charlie Wilson's War" wants to have a greater impact, it is necessary to invite a big-name actor like Tom Hanks, and the cost will never be low!

It has to reach $80 million!

If this part of the investment is all borne by Universal Pictures, there is no doubt that the final result can only be a loss.

Thankfully, "Charlie Wilson's War" has a higher meaning than "Secret Service", involving the federal government, the military, and the CIA.

Universal Pictures will enjoy preferential administrative policies, financial support in terms of funding, and free services in the field of military installations.

Officially, 35%-40% of the cost budget can be solved with less to say!

Moreover, after the movie is released, the copyright belongs to the producer, and the official does not want the copyright, nor does it want a penny of dividends!

Therefore, this type of movie, whether it is "Secret Service" or "Charlie Wilson's War", from the book point of view, the investment is very high and the box office is very low.

For example, "Secret Service" cost $80 million and had a global box office of less than $100 million. For example, "Charlie Wilson's War" cost $75 million and grossed less than $120 million worldwide.

But in fact, Hollywood makes this kind of movie, and it is almost guaranteed to make a profit!

Hollywood is a commercial society first and a political environment second. If you lose money, no one wants to cooperate with the authorities.

The premise of cooperation is profitable!

On this basis, let's talk about friendship.

After years of operation, Hollywood's connections have spread across all walks of life in the United States, from the White House, the Pentagon, to the peddlers' pawns, and it is no matter why.

Why are there so few Hollywood movies about the Korean War and the Vietnam War?

Simple, this is the sad place of the US military!

The Pentagon will not sponsor such a film that insults the image of the US military.

Hollywood, for cost and revenue reasons, naturally wants to avoid this theme.

In the same way, during World War II, the United States and the Soviet Union, the United States and China had very close contacts, and jointly wrote many magnificent chapters that can be sung and cried.

For example, the Flying Tigers came to China's aid.

At a time when the whole of Hollywood is showing favor to the mainland market, it stands to reason that there should be a film company to shoot a movie about the Flying Tigers.

In fact, it can't be!

Because it is impossible for the United States to sponsor a war film related to China, the object of resistance is still its ally Japan, which is not in line with the Asia-Pacific policy of the United States.

Without the support of the military, the cost pressure on Hollywood has increased suddenly, and this kind of subject matter naturally has to be mothballed.

So much so that there are almost no films in the world that show the theme of "World War II Chinese Theater".

This was an important part of World War II!

There are themes in the Pacific theater, Soviet-German confrontations, and even more movies on the main battlefields in Europe.

The only thing missing is the Chinese battlefield.

So much so that the world has rarely heard of what happened on the battlefield in China during World War II, as if it had never happened, not even the Nanjing Massacre.

This kind of national righteousness is certainly not reliable by relying on businessmen. Don't look at the super-rich cowhide blowing all over the sky such as Wang Real Estate and Ma E-commerce, and they will not do loss-making transactions.

It's up to the government.

Later, it was China Film that took the lead, put aside the political differences between the two sides of the strait, gathered the largest creative team and cast in the Chinese-speaking region, found the strong support of Bayi Film Factory and the Military Commission, and invited world-class director Johan Wu to make a film "Taiping Wheel" that showed the theme of the Anti-Japanese War.

It's a pity that John Wu is already old, Jiang Lang is talented, and even the quality of "Wind Whisperer" has not been reached.

Not to mention entering the international market, it was sprayed as a dog in the mainland.

This is also a helpless thing, it is not enough for movies to have money and resources, but also to have high-level talents.

Such a big scene and blockbuster, looking at the Chinese-speaking region, has the ability to control the ...... Except for John Wu, who is also the old master.

It's impossible for Hollywood's big directors to wade through this troubled waters.

Lao Mouzi's "The Thirteen Hairpins of Jinling" failed, and the only candidate was John Wu.

In the final analysis, it is the lack of government support.

Hollywood's war movies are so good because they are backed by strong government resources. Every year, in terms of policies, funding, sponsorship and tax breaks, the official invests at least $500 million in Hollywood!

With such a large amount of money for official "propaganda", coupled with the importance of the national environment to film and television talents, as well as the great recognition of their political status and social status, it is impossible for Hollywood's national image "propaganda film" to be filmed poorly.

In the United States, all actors, singers, and creators can be called artists.

Even Taylor Swift, who is not yet 16 years old, will widely use the title artist in media reports because he sang a bulletin chart top single with Donn.

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Donn is very happy to cooperate with the official to make the movie "Charlie Wilson's War".

It can not only make money, but also bring the relationship between capital and power closer.

Why not?

There were many guests at the reception, and it was impossible for Don to waste all his time on official figures, and he had to take care of every guest.

Talk to every guest he invites for a few minutes.

This is the most basic social etiquette.

As for the official representatives, let Tom Hanks deal with it.

Tom Hanks has plenty of ability.

Not surprisingly, his next movie will be "Charlie Wilson's War", and he will play the male lead Charlie Wilson.

As for the heroine......

He was also invited to a cocktail party by Don.

"Julia, long time no see!"

Tang En held a glass of red wine, and was not accompanied by a female companion, and came to a female star with a great aura on his face.

Julia Roberts!

She has just given birth and is waiting for the opportunity to make a comeback.

"Donne?" Julia Roberts looked back and saw Donn, a little surprised, "I heard you have a great character for me?"

Donn smiled, "That's true, look over there." ”

After speaking, he pointed in the direction of Tom Hanks.

Julia Roberts was suddenly, a little excited between her eyebrows, "The actor is Hanks?"

"If nothing else, it will be. Donn nodded.

Julia Roberts covered her red lips, "Oh my God!"

For young movie fans, Leonardo DiCaprio is Hollywood's number one male god.

But for veteran fans and industry insiders, Tom Hanks is the biggest male god!

Donn smiled: "This will be a historical biopic related to the war, you will be Hanks's lover, there will be a lot of rival scenes......"

Before she could finish speaking, Julia Roberts was a little impatient, "Needless to say, I agreed! From the first time I acted in a movie, I dreamed of working with Hanks one day." Oh God......"

She wore a slim dress with suspenders today, and the narrow belt tightened her waist, highlighting the straightness and fullness of her upper body.

Don had a few intimate encounters with her a few years ago, and he felt that her upper circumference was significantly larger, probably because of breastfeeding.

I don't know what it tastes like......

Ahem!

Don quickly dismissed his thoughts.

It's not that she is afraid that she will get married, have children, and have a stable family life, but mainly because she is too old.

She is 38 years old this year.

Although the charm is still there, and it is even more charming, Tang En is really a little unpalatable.

Seeing Done's eyes glancing inward along the neckline of his dress, intentionally or unintentionally, Julia Roberts was a little crying and laughing, and laughed in a low voice, "Where are your eyes looking?"

Don smiled and shook his head, "It's just curious." Hehe, that's fine, I'm going over there, and Mr. Coppola is here today. ”

"Wait!"

Julia Roberts hurriedly reached out and pulled him.

Don stayed behind, "What's wrong?"

Julia Roberts said, "I'm looking for you for a favor." ”

Tang En smiled: "There is something to say. ”

"I have a niece...... It's half my adopted daughter. Her dad was my brother, but he was a complete asshole. My sister and I brought her up since she was a child. You know, I came from a family of performers, and she showed a great talent for acting from a young age. I hope you can help her and give her some resources. ”

This is Julia Roberts, after all.

It's a big star in Hollywood!

Looking at today's Hollywood, among the female stars, only Nicole Kidman can be equated with her.

Not even Natalie, Kate Winslet, and Angelina Jolie.

Such a big star, the media will naturally pay high-profile attention.

Don had heard about it.

Julia Roberts takes really special care of her little niece, just like her own daughter.

When she was very young, she used her industry connections to help her build bridges and pave the way.

Not only is he engaged in acting, but I heard that he also released an album this year!

This is multi-habitat development!

Ambition is not small!

What's more, she's younger than little Taylor!

I'm not afraid to help the seedlings grow!

Tang En was slightly stunned, "How old is she?"

Julia Roberts said: "I'm 14 years old. ”

Don was a little surprised, "Julia, the environment in the entertainment industry ...... You must know, you are not afraid to bring her in at such a young age...... I mean, even with your protection, Hollywood is a big dye vat that can quickly dye a blank piece of paper. ”

Julia Roberts said: "I said, she was abandoned by her parents when she was a child, and the special family environment made her very mature, she was able to cope with this, and she was ......"

As she spoke, she glanced up at Donne, "And if Emma can have your care, even if you just say a word or two, people in the industry won't dare to beat her idea, what do you say?"

Don sweats!

Are you really stupid or fake stupid?

Don't you know who is the biggest threat to pretty girls in Hollywood today?