Hollywood starts with a broker

"What's going on? The North American distribution rights for 'The Crying Game' have already been sold?"

In New York, Manhattan, in Miramax's office, Harvey Weinstein wore an expression of disbelief.

He hadn't paid much attention to this drama, written and directed by Neil Jordan, but after seeing the finished film, he felt differently.

Bob Weinstein shrugged. "Dawn got the North American distribution rights, spending $4 million."

"Moreover, they also promised to push 'The Crying Game' into the Oscars."

Currently, the exchange rate between the British pound and the US dollar is about 1:1.8. 'The Crying Game' had a filming cost of less than £2.5 million, which is roughly $4.5 million.

Dawn offered $4 million during the bidding. Who could compete with that?

Harvey Weinstein slapped the table. "Did Stephen Woolley and Neil Jordan trust Dawn Pictures that much?"

Bob Weinstein looked helpless. He couldn't do anything about his brother's impotent rage.

How could they compare? Dawn had money. In terms of channels, Dawn also owned a significant share of Landmark Theatres. There was no comparison.

Los Angeles, the Wiltern Theatre, at the premiere of 'Sleepless in Seattle,' director Nora Ephron and lead actors Tom Hanks and Nicole Kidman were being interviewed by the media!

In the theater's backstage lounge, Aaron asked Dawn Steel, "Is Jonathan Demme planning to invite Tom Hanks to play the lead role in that 'Philadelphia' script?"

Dawn Steel nodded. "Yes, we've already talked. Tom Hanks is very interested in the story."

"He's always been in comedies, and he has a great enthusiasm for this kind of drama!"

Aaron pursed his lips. "I also think he's a good fit for the lead role in 'Forrest Gump.'"

"By the way, go talk to director Robert Zemeckis. Dawn wants him to develop 'Forrest Gump.'"

The novel of 'Forrest Gump' still needs to be adapted into a script first!

"Understood. Also, the first draft of the 'The Mask of Zorro' script, adapted by Ridley Scott's people, has been approved."

"He has also discussed his ideas for the film with Kevin Costner."

Dawn Steel reported on the progress of 'The Mask of Zorro.'

"Well, we must strive to have Kevin Costner play Zorro!"

Kevin Costner is definitely a strong guarantee for movie ticket sales right now.

With the release of 'Sleepless in Seattle,' the opening performance was $17.2 million, receiving a considerable amount of praise.

The theme of the movie is simple: "It's a story about a child playing matchmaker between his widowed father and a woman reconsidering her fiancé!"

Director Nora Ephron presented a perfect fairy-tale love story, also influenced by the romance film 'An Affair to Remember,' released in the 1950s.

Some of the scenes in 'Sleepless in Seattle' imitated the plot of 'An Affair to Remember.'

In Dawn Pictures' conference room.

Aaron and Jonathan Demme were discussing 'Philadelphia.' A production budget of $25 million was sufficient for filming.

After all, Jonathan Demme is now an Oscar-winning Best Director.

"We've already agreed with Tom Hanks for the lead role, but the choice for the supporting male role hasn't been decided yet."

"This character is very important; he's the male lead's defense lawyer."

After hearing Jonathan Demme's words, Aaron tapped his fingers on the table and smiled. "Since the male lead is an AIDS patient, homosexual, then the supporting male role can be played by a black man!"

AIDS, homosexuality, plus a black man, that's enough to generate buzz.

After everyone digested that, Aaron continued, "Denzel Washington, the black actor who won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for the war film 'Glory' two years ago, is pretty good!"

"Denzel Washington," Jonathan Demme nodded...

As 'Sleepless in Seattle' received very high praise, the box office also soared, accumulating to $43 million in 10 days since its release.

And the movie's production cost was only $20 million!

As of now, 'Indecent Proposal' has reached $85 million at the box office and has also begun its gradual release overseas.

In the evening, in a high-end club private room in West Hollywood, Aaron leaned on the sofa, hugged the sexy and voluptuous Monica Bellucci, and kissed her. "You've seen the script for 'Philadelphia,' right? You'll play the role of the male lead's wife."

"It can be considered the first female supporting role!"

In 'Philadelphia,' the story mainly revolves around two male lawyers, and the support of women for men in the family is also very important.

Monica Bellucci was very happy because the role of the wife in 'Philadelphia' could be considered her first serious role in Hollywood.

Playing the wife of a homosexual man with AIDS is also a challenge to her acting skills. She doesn't need to show off her body like before.

"Thank you, Aaron!"

Monica Bellucci hugged the man's neck tightly and kissed him. "I've submitted a lot of applications for interviews, but I haven't even gotten one audition opportunity."

"It's still the scripts from Italy. I'm responsible for being sexy and taking off my clothes."

Feeling the woman's 36D, Aaron closed his eyes and enjoyed the warmth and tenderness. "Well, let's accumulate experience first. Some small roles in Hollywood can also train people."

"In the future, if you come across a good script, it can make you famous!"

Monica Bellucci nodded. "I'll listen to you."

"Aaron, I'm not picky about roles, and I'm also able to accept showing my body. Europe is much more open in this regard than Hollywood."

Aaron reached out and lifted the other party's chin, smiling slightly. "How can my woman take on those large-scale erotic films? Do you also want to become a representative of adult film stars?"

Speaking, Aaron was also a little sentimental. Whether it was Sophie Marceau or Monica Bellucci, there were quite a few works of this kind!

Although Nicole Kidman also showed her breasts when she debuted in Australia, she no longer has such thoughts and ideas now.

"Because, there's no choice. Those scripts are using my body as a selling point."

Aaron shook his head. "Don't worry, now you know me, right? Helping you find a foothold in Hollywood should be possible!"

"By the way, do you know Sophie Marceau?"

Monica Bellucci shook her head. "I have no interaction with her. I went to France mainly for endorsements and modeling!"

"Well, I'll introduce you to each other when I have the chance," Aaron touched the woman's face, and a bold and evil idea came to his mind.

The two major goddesses of Europe, Monica Bellucci and Sophie Marceau!