"Why wouldn't she?"
Lu Yanhe was a little confused.
Chen Ziyan said: "Because she is still Muken Sorge's wife, Muken might not be willing to see her arrange such things."
Lu Yanhe: "But maybe Mu Ken himself has attended such a party."
"Of course, I'd say almost everyone in Hollywood has been involved in such parties, with sex, drugs, and everything in between."
Chen Ziyan blinked at Lu Yanhe and said, "But participating is one thing, enjoying is another, and organizing is another. I know Hua Ruzhen is a very strong woman, but I used to think she was a woman who would keep her hands clean. Even if the media doesn't report it, her reputation will still spread."
Lu Yanhe: "If this is normal, will her organizing such things make her reputation bad?"
"If she wasn't Muken's wife, no, but her behavior would affect Muken's reputation and career. Just like the young people who just went in, they were all checked full body before entering, and were not allowed to bring in any equipment that could secretly take photos or record audio. However, this does not mean that all dangers are eliminated."
Chen Ziyan said: "If one day I organize something like this, even if you have never appeared before, do you think that many people would directly link this to you? You are the most powerful actor under my company, don't you protect me? Don't you think your power is my weapon?"
Lu Yanhe suddenly realized.
"People can accept capitalists pimping, and even everyone sticks to the rules. As long as you are willing, there is nothing strange about it." Chen Ziyan further said, "But if you are not just a capitalist, you are a director, a star, a person who has power but not that kind of power, OK, once your reputation spreads, your work will inevitably fail. No one is willing to emotionally accept the moral corruption of a creator-"
"corrupt?"
"Yes." Chen Ziyan nodded. "Don't think that Europeans and Americans don't think this is a morally corrupt thing. They just set up a small circle to keep these things within it. When they leave this small circle, they are still dreamers who pursue true love, emphasize equality for all, and call for love and dreams."
Lu Yanhe hissed.
"No, I can't stand it." He shook his head.
Chen Ziyan: "Do you know why I am telling you so much?"
"Tell me the truth about how the world works."
"I'm sick. I'm telling you the truth about how the world works. I know nothing. What I know is just the tip of the iceberg." Chen Ziyan scolded with a smile, "I saw that you and Hua Ruzhen were getting closer and closer. Of course, I'm not saying that you can't get close to her, but you should keep a distance in your heart in everything. Don't call her sister sweetly and really treat her as a sister and be intimate with her."
Lu Yanhe scratched his head.
"She is close to you. I won't say it's 100%, but your own value is the main factor. If she really cares about you, these people shouldn't have come to this party tonight. She should know that such a thing, even if the rumor spreads to the country, given the domestic public opinion environment, it will be enough for those haters to smear you. They won't care whether you leave or when you leave."
Lu Yanhe: "Yeah, I got it now."
"But don't go too far and distance yourself from Hua Ruzhen. Compared to what Zhong Benshuo and Liu Zhen did, this is nothing. They didn't mean to harm you. This is just a common arrangement."
Lu Yanhe: "Got it."
"She is still very valuable to you," Chen Ziyan said. "Whether it's the network of contacts of her husband, director Muken, or the fund investment she manages, or her Asian community in Los Angeles, they will all be of great help to you in the future."
"Okay, okay, I'll just keep a friendly relationship with her, is that all?"
"Yeah." Chen Ziyan nodded. "Don't tell me, maybe the purpose of our trip to Los Angeles this time is that we may need her help in the end."
"Ok?"
"The reason why Chen Pinhe was able to get the project of Doomsday was because his wife Zhang Yuezhen had a good relationship with the wife of the executive in charge of the project at Parameter. I don't know what kind of deal they made privately, and finally Chen Pinhe was chosen."
Lu Yanhe asked: "Does Hua Ruzhen know the wife of this Parameter executive?"
"Yes, I know him." Chen Ziyan nodded.
Lu Yanhe suddenly realized.
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Lune Reese is a famous director.
The movies he shot in the past were basically all science fiction + large-scale themes. Although he is not the kind of director who is popular with film festivals and mainstream awards, he has a very resounding name in the field of science fiction films.
If there is a correspondence, it is similar to Duncan Jones, who Lu Yanhe is more familiar with, the director who made "Moon" and "Source Code".
Directors like this actually have a lot of say in their own films.
Including casting.
This time, Lu Yanhe took the initiative to make an appointment with Lu Nei Reese, and Lu Nei Reese did not refuse and agreed immediately.
"I really like the movies you've made before. In fact, I'm a loyal science fiction fan." Lu Yanhe said with a smile.
Lune Reese was a little surprised when he heard this and said, "Do you like science fiction movies? I've seen you act in so many movies and write so many scripts, but none of them have anything to do with science fiction."
"That's because filming science fiction movies requires a certain film industry foundation and a certain amount of cost," Lu Yanhe said. "And, to be honest, science fiction movies are not mature in China. Unlike other genres, there are no mature directors and filming bases."
Lune Reese nodded.
"Actually, I wanted to work with you on a movie at first." He said bluntly, "But, I heard that your schedule is very full next year, and Parameter recommended another actor."
"I've heard about it." Lu Yanhe said, "Thank you for thinking of me at the beginning."
"So, you really don't have any schedule next year?"
"Yes." Lu Yanhe nodded, "It's a pity, otherwise I would definitely take the initiative to fight for a role in this movie."
Lune Reese smiled.
"Although I know it's just a polite remark, I'm still very happy to hear it."
"Lu Nei, but the reason I came here this time to meet you is indeed not very simple." Lu Yanhe said frankly.
Lune Reese was a little surprised.
"Ok?"
Lu Yanhe asked: "Have you seen "Squid Game"? "
"Oh, I've watched a few episodes, but not all of them." Lune Reese said, "The setting of this show is quite interesting, but many of its game settings seem a bit childish to me. I hope you don't mind if I say so."
"I don't mind." Lu Yanhe nodded. "I actually agree with what you said. What do you think of the actors who starred in this drama?"
"Actor?" Lunei Reese suddenly realized, "Oh, are you here to help Jiang Yuqian get the role in "Doomsday"? "
Without waiting for Lu Yanhe to answer, he immediately said, "Actually, I watched Squidward and thought she was very suitable for my movie, so I wanted to invite her to audition."
"I know that the movie 'Doomsday' has two male protagonists, an American, a Chinese, and an Asian girl who grew up in the United States." Lu Yanhe said, "I came here this time to recommend Jiang Jun, the lead actor of 'Squid Game' to you. I know you already have an actor in mind for 'Doomsday', but I thought if there is a more suitable actor, you might be willing to consider it before the contract is signed." Lu Nei Reese looked at Lu Yanhe in surprise.
He never expected that Lu Yanhe's target was still the Asian male protagonist.
"Why would you help another person get the role?" asked Rune Reese.
Lu Yanhe said frankly: "Because Jiang Jun is a very good actor, and directors like you can only count on one hand the scripts with an Asian male as the protagonist. I hope to fight for this opportunity for a suitable good actor who is also my friend."
Lune Reese: "I really didn't expect that you would meet me today for such a reason."
Lu Yanhe and Chen Ziyan looked at each other.
Chen Ziyan spoke happily.
"Lu Nei, Yan He actually has another thing to ask you, it's another collaboration, maybe you'll be interested." Chen Ziyan said, "But, he wants to tell you about Jiang Jun first, because he doesn't want you to have any misunderstandings and think that this is a deal."
"Transaction?" Lune Reese looked puzzled.
Chen Ziyan pulled out a bound script from her bag.
"This is a script, a science fiction script," she said. "It was written by Yan He, called Source Code. He has always liked you and was inspired by many of your films. He wrote this script and wanted to ask you to take a look at it to see if you are interested."
Lune Reese looked surprised.
"You probably know that Yan He is not only an actor, but also a screenwriter. Friends, Squidward, Rouge, and Love Letter are all his screenwriting works." Chen Ziyan said, "To be honest, he told me that he was shocked when he wrote a science fiction script because it had nothing to do with his previous works. But he told me that he came up with this story because he was inspired by your movie."
Lune Reese looked at the two of them in surprise and did not reach out to take the script for a moment.
"In fact, the main reason he came here this time was not for the casting of 'Doomsday', but mainly for the script. He hopes to hear your opinion. Of course, if you are interested in directing, then it belongs to you." Chen Ziyan smiled, "He is still an impulsive young man. He knew that he was originally spotted by the director he liked and admired very much, and the opportunity to work with him was snatched away by another person. He was very angry."
Lune Reese looked somewhat embarrassed.
"I think if he didn't like your movie so much, he wouldn't be so angry. I didn't expect that he would write a script because of it. To be honest, there are only a handful of directors that he likes so much." Chen Ziyan said, "He previously starred in Maxine's suspense crime drama "River of Silence". They offered him a high price to write the script for the second season, but he hasn't written it yet."
Lu Nei Reese looked at Lu Yanhe and asked, "Did you really write this script because you were inspired by my movie?"
"Yeah." Lu Yanhe nodded. "I don't really know how to write hard science fiction, so I used a science fiction concept. What I wrote is actually a thriller crime story, but it can be considered an attempt. Many science fiction films blindly pursue grand narratives and big scenes, but your film has very human details and a pursuit of story logic. Your film is a true story that takes place in a science fiction background. I like this texture, which makes me feel that it will really happen in the future. "Source Code" is a story created with this idea in mind."
Lune Reese nodded. "Can you tell me what kind of story it is?"
"certainly……"
Lu Yanhe smiled, took out his carefully prepared speech, and began to tell this infinite flow story about a man who kept going back to 8 minutes before the explosion to find the cause of the explosion and prevent the explosion.
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"Lu Yanhe went to Los Angeles."
As soon as Chen Pinhe entered the house, he heard Zhang Yuezhen say this.
He even paused while taking off his shoes.
Then, he had to immediately pretend to be normal, say "oh", and ask: "Why do you care about his going to Los Angeles?"
"At this point, he suddenly went to Los Angeles with Chen Ziyan, and went to meet Lune Reese. Do you think I should pay attention to this?" As soon as Zhang Yuezhen finished speaking, Chen Pinhe's expression changed immediately.
"He went to see Lune Reese?"
"Yes." Zhang Yuezhen nodded.
Chen Pinhe hesitated for a while and asked, "He went to see Lunei Reese. Was it because of "Doomsday"? "
"It's almost certain." Zhang Yuezhen nodded. "Otherwise, how could it be such a coincidence? I guess someone leaked the news of this movie to him. As he has made it clear that he wants to go international, he must be determined to get this movie."
Chen Pinhe: "This movie should have been negotiated, right? I need to ask about the progress of the contract."
"Don't worry, the contract has been signed. I have been watching them sign it." Zhang Yuezhen smiled brightly. "Otherwise, so many actresses have received invitations to audition. Once the news spreads on a large scale, I don't know how many people will be eyeing this role. As long as the contract is not signed, you will be at risk of being replaced by someone else."
Chen Pinhe sneered.
"I didn't expect that after so many years of filming, I still have to worry about this kind of thing."
"Who made this movie... so big?" Zhang Yuezhen said, "If it was just an ordinary B-grade movie, with your status and reputation, you would definitely not face such competition. But, you know, in front of the best projects, no matter who you are, you have to accept the threat of being challenged. After all, that's Hollywood, and it's not a place we are familiar with."
Zhang Yuezhen had something else hidden in her heart.
--After all, apart from "White Pearl", you have not had any other outstanding works in recent years. In the industry, you only have status, fame, and the works and fans accumulated over the years. Compared with the popular Lu Yanhe, your actual value is far inferior.
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"Back then, Chen Pinhe was really at the peak of his career. Apart from not being a director or screenwriter like you, as an actor, he won awards at a faster rate than you."
When Chen Ziyan talked to Lu Yanhe about Chen Pinhe's past achievements, she couldn't help but sigh that it was also an incredible achievement.
"For several years, he was just like you now. Whatever he filmed became a hit, and his failed works also ranked first in the ratings during the same period. His only rival was his past achievements."
"However, his output later decreased, and he basically only made one drama a year. It's strange to say, he used to make three or four dramas a year, and all of them were successful without exception. After he reduced the frequency of filming, his performance became erratic. After several works failed, he became more cautious in accepting roles."
"His strength lies in his excellent acting skills. Even if his works flop, no one blames his acting skills. Therefore, he is indeed respected in the industry and has achieved his current status with his professional ability." Chen Ziyan said, "In fact, at his level, even if he continues to flop for another three to five years, it will not affect his current status at all. Unlike rising actors, at his age, basically all his competitors of the same period have been defeated by him. No matter how good you are, you are not in the same race as him and are not his competitors."
"Maybe not in the traditional track, but it's different now." Lu Yanhe said, "I now have an idea."
"what idea?"
"I will continue to cause him trouble. I will make it impossible for him to recover to the level he was before."
"Are you going to snatch all his plays and roles from now on?"
"Well, stealing his role is one thing. If I can't steal it, I'm going to make a play to challenge him and make him lose," said Lu Yanhe.
Chen Ziyan: "...Although your words sound so arrogant, why do I feel that you can actually achieve this?"
Lu Yanhe said confidently: "Sister Zi Yan, I can achieve it. I feel like I have been slacking off before. Now that I have this goal, I suddenly have new motivation, really."
"Do you think I don't believe in your ability?" Chen Ziyan rolled her eyes. "I don't understand. How can you have the nerve to say that you feel you've been slacking off before when you have to shoot three to four dramas a year, not including the ones you wrote?"
Chen Ziyan's eyes were filled with a kind of questioning, "Are you kidding me?", a speechless questioning.
No eye roll is better than eye roll.
Lu Yanhe: "...I'm talking about a psychological state."
"Well, you can come up with so many things even when you are in a lazy state of mind. I want to see what you can come up with when you are full of energy." Chen Ziyan said.
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Recommended old book on entertainment: "I Became the Scandal Heroine Overnight" (End of this chapter)
