Hugo nodded in agreement, which made both David and Jeffrey smile, because this not only meant that Allen's funds would be injected into DreamWorks, but also that DreamWorks' script development would be more robust in the future, and of course there would be problems - differences of opinion between partners always need to seek unanimity, but on the whole, the advantages still outweigh the disadvantages, which is a good thing for DreamWorks.

After seeing David and Jeffrey, Alan said unexpectedly, "Hugo, are you sure you want to enter DreamWorks?" It's been a long time since this topic was discussed, and the four of them had been chatting about the two scripts of "Truman's World" and "Perfection", and David expressed his admiration for Hugo's sanity, and he also agreed with Hugo's choice. Unexpectedly, Alan actually went around again.

Hugo didn't react to Allen's purpose in bringing up this topic, "Why do you say that?" ”

"I mean, you're not used to all of this, are you?" After Allen finished speaking, he realized that he hadn't explained it clearly at all, so he couldn't help but chuckle, then took a deep breath before re-explaining, "I mean, you've always been a pure actor, a pure singer, and you don't really like these behind-the-scenes business operations, right?" So, are you really sure? It's a new and strange world. ”

The corners of Hugo's mouth tugged slightly, outlining a shallow smile, but it bloomed brightly, "What if I regret it?" ”

This sentence made Alan stunned, and then caught a hint of banter in Hugo's eyes, and couldn't help laughing dumbly, "If you regret it, I will respect your choice." We are first and foremost friends rather than partners. ”

Hugo laughed out loud at these words, and the light laughter echoed softly in the glass of champagne in his hand, "Actually, I am really not familiar with these things, and I even think that you have made a wrong choice." I wouldn't be a good company manager. Hugo's words made Alan frown and exclaimed in a low voice, "Oh God", which made Hugo laugh.

"I've been thinking about these things a lot lately, you know, and now I'm getting into these things. I found that I was already standing here, whether I wanted it or not, and everything was inevitably going to come flooding over. Hugo's words made Alan nod his chin slightly, deeply understanding.

From "L.A. Confidential" to "Saving Private Ryan", to "Perfect" and "Truman's World", Hugo's world has been turned upside down, not only because he has entered the field of producers, but also because his value as an actor has been detached from the category of fixed concepts, and he has now inevitably come to such a height, the world he has come into contact with, perceived, and experienced is completely different. Four works, four different production companies, but almost half of Hollywood is involved, and there are countless deals on the bright and dark sides, which are not only dazzling, but also impossible to prevent.

In Hollywood, as an actor, it is not enough to just act, how to deal with the media, how to use the connections in your hands, how to cooperate with large companies, how to promote cooperation, and how to maintain your image are all profound and compulsory courses. This is also the reason why excellent agents, managers, and public relations are hot, and at the same time, the actors themselves cannot be taken lightly, otherwise the countless actors who flash into the night sky like meteors are the best precedent.

Now, Hugo is one step closer than the actor, and sees a complex and chaotic world, the world seems to be so small, just a small town in Hollywood, just a street on Wall Street, can condense more than 60% or even more of the world's resources and transactions; The world seems to be so big, and you can see the whole world while standing on a fulcrum, as if you can lift the whole earth with a slight force.

Hugo is not only faced with the situation of changing the trajectory of history as an actor, but also changing the pattern of the film industry with his own ability. It's an exaggeration, but it's true, if DreamWorks is strong enough, it can become a model for the rules of the Hollywood industry – much like Disney in the second decade of the twenty-first century.

This was a huge shock for Hugo, and it was also a new challenge. As Hugo said, whether he wants to admit this fact or not, but reality has come to the side.

"Luckily, I have a good group of friends." Hugo glanced at Alan as he spoke, which made Alan laugh.

In the past time, Rick, Joseph, Samora and others have given Hugo great help, allowing Hugo to successfully survive one crisis after another and gradually grow. In addition, Allen's invitation is also very important, because Allen is giving Hugo a legitimate bargaining chip, and he can always leave room for himself in the competition with other big film companies - DreamWorks has always been Hugo's first choice and guaranteed choice. This allows Hugo to have more chips against the likes of Shirley Lansing, Kevin Pence, Barry Meyer, and Robert Iger.

Hugo was well aware of this.

"So, I thought, maybe it's a challenge, but it's also an opportunity, why not give it a try?" Hugo came to his own conclusion, "What's more, we didn't say okay, I don't involve the business part, only the production part." From animation to film to music, Hugo is no stranger to the three major divisions of DreamWorks, "So, I think I still have some say." ”

Seeing the smile on Alan's face, Hugo raised the champagne in his right hand, paused slightly in the air, and then waved his index finger, "But don't be too optimistic, maybe I'll ruin it all with my own hands." When the time comes, you'll lose a huge amount of money, and I won't be able to compensate for it. ”

Allen's lips pursed slightly, the corners of his mouth outlined a simple smile, and replied seriously, "You can repay it with your body." ”

"Poof", Hugo directly squirted out a small sip of champagne in his mouth, Hugo originally saw Alan's serious smile, and thought he was going to say something, but it turned out to be such a surprise words. I didn't expect it at this moment, and I made a gaffe move directly.

However, Hugo looked at Allen, whose chest in the suit was completely wet in front of him, and was stunned, but he laughed hehehe, "It's better to have enough zeros on the check." A retort choked Allen, but he couldn't refute it, and finally he could only laugh with Hugo.

"It seems that you are still in good spirits, and there is no need for my worries just now." Tom Cruise's familiar voice came from behind him, and as soon as he turned around, he saw Tom and Nicole Kidman, "I just told Nicole that you must have worked very hard tonight, and we won't burden you anymore, but now, obviously, we are thinking too much." ”

"If you can feel the hardships in my empty stomach, you'll know where I really am now." Hugo's teasing made everyone laugh, "Let me introduce you to you, this is Alan Strello, this is Tom Cruise, and this is Nicole Kidman." ”

"We've met once before at a charity party." Tom took the initiative to say, "But it's a shame that I didn't get the opportunity to talk in depth that time. ”

"Tom was the absolute center of attention that night, and I wanted to say hello, but I was worried that it would be too abrupt." Alan said politely.

Seeing the two of them so polite, Hugo raised his right hand, "That's because I wasn't there that day." A joke made everyone stunned, and then they all burst out laughing, and even Tom himself had a helpless smile on his face.

"It seems that your humor cells are indeed worth looking forward to." Tom raised his eyebrows and gritted his teeth at Hugo. Hugo raised his hands in surrender, and Tom rolled his eyes, "You'd better pray, there is no kiss scene in this work, otherwise you will definitely regret it." ”

Hugo threw a distressed look at Nicole for help, which made Nicole chuckle, "I didn't expect that we would really have to work together." I thought it was going to be 'perfect'. ”

Nicole still maintained her usual elegance, with the perfect curve hanging from the corners of her mouth, "I thought it would be 'perfect' too." This is to ask why Hugo did not appear in "Perfect", which made Hugo laugh dumbly, "However, 'Truman's World' may be a more difficult challenge, I read the script twice, and I feel that the heroine's space to play is very limited, but she needs to show a lot of things, which is really a headache." ”

Nicole's words, although they were asking, were not a sense of discussion, and they could be heard, she was just sharing the topic.

Every actor has different habits, and the style of cooperation is naturally different. Nicole is obviously not the type to share experiences and skills with others, and she is more accustomed to playing the role in her own way and rhythm, focusing on her own performance.

Hugo doesn't mind discussing characters and plots with others, but he also knows that this doesn't apply to everyone, just like he needs to be 100% committed when researching the characters himself, otherwise it's hard to really get into the groove. "I'm still studying comedy acting now, and I hope I won't ruin this excellent script."

"They're talking about this boring stuff again." Tom looked at Alan with a wrinkled nose and said it jokingly, causing everyone to laugh.

At this moment, an unfamiliar face came over with a smile, but he did not interject in a hurry, nor did he leave, and when Hugo cast an inquiring gaze, he stepped forward with a smile and shook Hugo's right hand, "Happy birthday, Mr. Lancaster." ”

Hugo was stunned, today is not his birthday at all, and this is the seventh person to say so today, but...... He still smiled, a strange expression, "Thank you." Allen, Tom and Nicole, who were standing next to him, looked at Hugo's struggling expression, and they all lowered their heads and held back their smiles, which was very hard.