Hollywood starts with a broker

Beverly Hills, Warren Beatty's villa.

Director Barry Levinson sat on the sofa, looking helplessly at Warren Beatty, "The 'Bugsy' project has been recommended to TriStar Pictures;"

"The male lead is Al Pacino!"

Barry Levinson is the director and producer of "Bugsy." Warren Beatty wanted to play the male lead himself, but TriStar Pictures didn't agree.

Warren Beatty looked disgruntled, "Doesn't CAA support me either?"

"CAA and TriStar both favor Al Pacino for the role. His age is also more suitable. After he finishes filming the romance 'Frankie and Johnny,' he will join the 'Bugsy' crew."

Obviously, Barry Levinson couldn't do anything about it either. Al Pacino's newly released "Pretty Woman" was a huge success!

Looking at "Dick Tracy," the funds spent were four times that of "Pretty Woman," but the box office was less than a quarter.

The reviews were also the opposite. Saying the age wasn't suitable was just saving face for Warren Beatty!

Besides, Al Pacino is very suitable for playing a gangster.

Warren Beatty's expression changed constantly, eventually becoming ferocious, "This is all because of that bastard Aaron Anderson, making such a big deal out of 'Dick Tracy' and 'Pretty Woman!'"

Barry Levinson gained fame for winning the Academy Award for Best Picture and Best Director for "Rain Man" last year.

In his heart, he didn't approve of Warren Beatty playing the role either. Not only was he more than ten years older, but he also had too many scandals.

He then said: "Dustin has agreed to star in Disney's gangster biopic 'Billy Bathgate' and has also taken on Spielberg and TriStar's 'Hook;"

"He suggests you find your footing in some low-budget movies first, or try a few supporting roles!"

Disney's chairman Michael Eisner's dissatisfaction with Warren Beatty was no secret among the higher-ups.

The nicknames of "Hollywood old pig" in "The New York Post" and "The National Enquirer" were directly used by Eisner to scold him.

If Michael Eisner and Michael Ovitz hadn't known each other for many years, Disney probably wouldn't have considered "Billy Bathgate"!

"Bang," after Barry Levinson left, Warren Beatty smashed the coffee cup in his hand...

Compton, "Boyz n the Hood" set.

Director John Singleton was directing the on-site filming, while Jack Welles was pulling Aaron aside to talk.

"According to the current situation, 'Boyz n the Hood' might not have money for post-production?"

Aaron was stunned. $5 million to film such a movie, and there's no money for post-production.

Jack Welles nodded, "There were a few days of delays in the middle, and these black guys are just too lazy. When they're not filming, they can't leave the women alone!"

Hearing Jack Welles' tone, it was obvious that he was somewhat dissatisfied.

"Especially the movie's main actors, Cuba Gooding Jr. and Ice Cube, basically go out to find women every night, which slows down the filming progress!"

Ice Cube doing that makes sense. After all, he was previously a member of the N.W.A rap group with Dr. Dre and Eazy-E.

After going solo last year, he also released an album, which did very well. He is one of the representative figures of West Coast gangsta rap.

"What's up with that Cuba Gooding Jr.?"

Aaron was very puzzled, "That guy is just a newbie. Before, he was just a marginal character running errands in TV series;"

"'Boyz n the Hood' is still a $5 million movie with him as the lead. Doesn't he cherish it?"

Jack Welles spread his hands, "It's probably in his genes;"

"You also know that black people's minds always have mosaic scenes, sports, and music;"

"New directors, singers, and marginal actors can't be considered professionals, so filming is naturally slow!"

Aaron nodded, "I understand. I'll talk to the director later. The budget is just that much. If he can't finish the film, I'll be very unhappy;"

"Also, the movie has many outdoor scenes, and there are many extras used. You have to try your best to ensure the director's authority on the set;"

"'Ghost' is about to end, and I'll come over then!"

"I'll keep an eye on the crew and try not to let the movie exceed the budget," Jack Welles was participating in his first feature film after all. It's not like a documentary or a short film.

He also cherishes the opportunity, especially now that Aaron is preparing to acquire a theater for him to manage, and will support him in opening a security company in the future!

In the evening, John Singleton invited several leading actors to a bar for a gathering, and seriously warned, "The 'Boyz n the Hood' project was not easy to get Dawn Films' investment;"

"Although Mr. Anderson is young, his resume is very successful. He is younger than all of us, but his achievements are beyond what we can compare to;"

"The filming progress of 'Boyz n the Hood' has been a bit slow recently!"

No mistake, one song, one hair, one inside, one appearance, one at a time!

As John Singleton spoke, he specifically looked at Cuba Gooding Jr. and Ice Cube, and finally focused his gaze on Cuba Gooding Jr., "Cuba, you are the male lead of the movie, with the most scenes;"

"If you can't maintain a good attitude, it will have a very big impact on the movie. You have acting talent, but if your attitude is not right;"

"Even if the movie has been filmed for more than half, I will discuss it with Aaron and replace you. We will find someone else to reshoot your scenes!"

Cuba Gooding Jr.'s face changed when he heard this, and his body also trembled a bit, "John, don't worry, I won't go out at night anymore, I will definitely come to the crew in the most energetic state;"

"I will come to film the next scenes with the best spirit!"

He was really scared. "Boyz n the Hood" is a $5 million feature film. He, a TV series extra, was able to get this role entirely because of Jesus' blessing.

If he loses this opportunity, he doesn't even know if he will have such good luck in the future!

John Singleton nodded, "Everyone must be clear about the current situation. There are not many black actors in Hollywood. Regarding works about us black people, besides being gang members and drug addicts, they are prostitutes and lazy vagrants;"

"The original intention of me filming 'Boyz n the Hood' is to let more people know how many problems there are in the growth of teenagers in the black community;"

"Not only to warn ourselves, but also to let people of other races know that they should give us black people more care and tolerance. We don't want to become bad people who destroy society..."

Aaron doesn't care how John Singleton manages these black actors in the crew. Anyway, what Aaron wants is for him to finish the film on time and not overspend.

After all, his $5 million budget is a real investment. If Aaron is unhappy, these black directors, actors, and singers will not have a good life in the future.

On the other side, Jack Welles took Aaron to the owner of the Blues Brothers Theater, Blues Brothers, to discuss the acquisition of the theater!

"$920,000?" Aaron tapped the table.

"That's the lowest price. The equipment inside was just replaced in the past two years, at least 70% new!"

"Okay, sign the contract," Aaron didn't want to waste any more time. This place won't lose money even if it's just an investment in real estate.

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