Chapter 1103: Charlie Wilson's War
As we enter June, good news comes one after another.
There has been a breakthrough in the acquisition of Victoria's Secret, and the two sides have reached a consensus on many aspects. If nothing else, within this year, "Victoria's Secret" will become the lingerie brand of New Universal.
In terms of games, Blizzard's online game "World of Warcraft" has become a game of the times and is popular in the European and American markets. Now, Blizzard is actively working on bringing the game to Asia.
In terms of hardware, Dolby Laboratories has broken through Blu-ray technology and can develop its own "Dolby HD DVD player". Next, as long as the product design and processing plant are completed, you can wait for Sony's Blu-ray disc to come out and make money by speculating.
In terms of interaction, Facebook has more than 10 million registered users, and Zuckerberg has applied to buy more servers to cope with the rapid growth of the huge number of users in the future.
In terms of music, Michael Jackson has completed all the follow-up contracts with Universal Music and officially became a music artist under Universal Music.
TV records, Discovery Channel continues to maintain rapid growth with its head held high. At a time when the STA TV network market is approaching saturation and the growth rate is slowing down, Discovery Communication Channel has become the biggest surprise of the TV media department.
In terms of movies, the global box office of "Iron Man" reached 740 million US dollars, although under the impact of summer blockbusters, the popularity of the film dropped sharply within a month of release, but such box office results are enough to surprise. At least the market has proved that Robert Downey Jr. is the right person to play "Iron Man"!
Next, another big production from New Universal is about to be released - "The Da Vinci Code"!
The film will be released on June 10.
The premiere of the film was held in France, and Donn did not participate.
However, on the evening of the weekend of June 5th, Donn hosted a Hollywood social reception at the Hollywood Hilton Hotel, inviting Tom Hanks, the star of "The Da Vinci Code".
In Hollywood, this kind of event is indispensable every weekend.
There are formal and informal. There are healthy and unhealthy.
The invitation sent out by Don in his personal name must have been a very formal and healthy reception. The meeting was attended not only by Hollywood stars, but also by representatives from the White House, the military and the CIA.
In the past few years, Tang En focused on developing the industry, making a lot of money quietly, and did not have much contact with the government.
With the listing of New Globe, as well as the increasing wealth and industry, it is a problem that he must face to establish a good relationship with the power department.
Although he is not very good at it.
The White House is represented by Ms. Mary Sturridge, Communications Assistant at the Office of Public Information. The representative of the military was Major Nathan Wilson. The representative of the CIA is also an old friend, Agent Nick Kyle.
With such a big battle, it is conceivable that this will be another important cooperation between the official and Hollywood!
Don brought in Tom Hanks to receive the dignitaries.
Tom Hanks is more than just an actor.
He can get close to the Lincoln family, and he is also majestic in Hollywood, a member of the Oscar organizing committee, a producer, and his own film company.
What's more, he has played a lot of military figures!
For example, the commander who never gave up in "Apollo 13", such as the Vietnam War hero in "Forrest Gump", such as the army ranger captain in "Saving Private Ryan", and ...... "Band of Brothers"!
This kind of military film will definitely have the participation of the military.
Tom Hanks has acted in so many military movies and has had a lot of dealings with the Pentagon.
Major Wilson was obviously familiar with him, and said with a hearty smile: "Big Tom, I have a piece of good news for you, absolutely good news!"
Tom Hanks smiled and shook his hand, "What's the matter?"
Major Wilson said mysteriously: "The military would like to commend you for your portrayal of positive American servicemen over the past few years, it is said that ...... You're going to be an honorary member of the U.S. Army Commando Hall of Fa......me! Not a big problem!"
Honored Soldier of the Army Commando Hall of Fame!
That's a lot brighter than Donn's title of "Honorary California Policeman"!
Although it is still under review, as Major Wilson said, it is very likely that the Army Staff will make a special approval for this!
The times make heroes!
The current situation in the United States is likely to really add this halo to Tom Hanks's head.
The war in Iraq is over.
However, mass weapons were not found!
Both internationally and in the United States, this war is full of controversy and criticism!
Both the White House and the military are under tremendous pressure for this.
In the second term of the George W. Bush administration, restore the economy and change international public opinion, so that the government and military will not only lead the world in strength, but also in morality.
The best partner to work with, of course, is Hollywood!
Hollywood is the most influential propaganda agency in the world.
There are many honorary members of the U.S. Army Commando Hall of Fame, from all walks of life, not in Hollywood at the moment!
If Tom Hanks gets the go-ahead, he'll be the first person in Hollywood to receive the award.
"Really? It's so surprising...... What a surprise!" Tom Hanks was a little flattered.
Don smiled, "Tom, there are prerequisites for people. ”
"On what terms?"
Tom Hanks is clearly interested, and as long as the conditions are not too harsh, he will agree.
Donn glanced at the official spokesperson standing beside him with a wine glass, and said, "The federal government, the military, and the CIA will work with Universal Pictures to make a ...... A historical biographical film about the international situation. ”
Movies are the soul of Hollywood!
This is also the reason why the official will take the initiative to find Hollywood.
With so many Hollywood film companies, the three major powerful departments will definitely choose the best partner, the current king of Hollywood movies - New Universal.
It just so happens that Universal Pictures has worked very closely with the government in the past few years.
"Make a movie?" Tom Hanks suddenly realized, "Do you want me to be the main character?
There is no doubt about it.
Among all the actors in Hollywood, Tom Hanks has the most serious temperament, he has never played a villain, he is coincidental, and his image is the most positive!
Donn said, "Tom, do you know Charlie Wilson?"
Tom Hanks shook his head.
"Charlie Wilson was a Navy veteran who went into politics and became a member of Congress, but he had a poor private life and a bad reputation. However, he left a strong mark on American history. In the early eighties, the Soviet Union sent troops and invaded Afghanistan. At that time, Afghanistan was the most dilapidated country in the world, and the Afghan people were suffering from a terrible war. Charlie Wilson believes that the United States, as the world's policeman, should respond as soon as possible to help Afghanistan out of its predicament. However, at that time, it was the Cold War, and the Soviet Union's military strength was incomparably strong, but the United States had not yet recovered from the pain of the Vietnam War, and it thought that it was no match for the Soviet Union. ”
At this time, Ms. Mary Sturridge from the White House Press Office spoke, feeling that Donn's statement was not accurate enough, and quickly painted the story of the year.
Charlie was a good man with a sense of justice, and he petitioned the White House and Congress, and the reply was that the country could not be mired in another war just after the Vietnam War ended. The United States sympathizes with Afghanistan's plight, but only through the United Nations. If he really wants to help Afghanistan, Charlie can only do so personally. ”
Since then, Charlie has really paid attention to the war in Afghanistan, and with the covert help of the military, he has obtained a lot of information about the Afghan battlefield. He accurately found this entry point for the guerrillas. He believed that this partisan force could contribute more. ”
Together with his lover Joanne Hairy, and C.I.A. agent Geist Evrakotos, he formed a small team and began campaigning for peace in Afghanistan. They went to England, France, Egypt, Israel, and even Pakistan and Iran. They lobbied various forces and democrats for donations and funding. ”
"It's a dangerous and great project. But they did, and they achieved so much that they financed various anti-Soviet covert operations ranging from $5 million to $1 billion a year, and were the biggest contributor to the eventual withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan. When asked how the small, impoverished country of Afghanistan could withstand the invasion of the Soviet Union, the world's largest military power at the time, President Kiaulak replied 'Charlie Wilson'. ”
When Ms. Mary Sturridge finished speaking, Major Wilson shrugged his shoulders and said, "It's a great story, but the Pentagon's support behind it is the root cause." ”
This is very much in line with the American style.
There are many things that are not suitable for the official to come forward, and some people will act in their personal names, such as the Flying Tigers who aided China during the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression.
However, how can there be no official instructions behind this?
This kind of thing must have direct contact with the military.
It is precisely because of this that the story of this movie can be more full of positive energy.
Charlie Wilson is active on the bright side.
The federal government, the military, and the CIA are secretly helping.
They had a common purpose, which was to help Afghanistan emerge from the Soviet invasion.
These are the most mainstream values of democracy and freedom in the United States, punishing evil and promoting good.
It is also the most beneficial whitewashing for this Iraq war.
Pro-Russian Iraq is sinful, US-controlled Iraq is just.
This is the core of the film's extension.
This would do a good job of reversing the unfavorable international image of the U.S. government and the U.S. military.
In the movie, the federal government, the military, and the CIA all have to appear, and they all have a positive image! The three major departments, together with Charlie Wilson, saved Afghanistan.
This is the real meaning of the three major powers will find Hollywood to cooperate with this movie.
Tom Hanks groaned slightly, "What's the name of the movie?"
Donn laughed, "Charlie Wilson's War." ”()
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