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The negotiations were completely deadlocked, and 20th Century Fox's attitude was extremely clear. Duke did not want to make concessions for the time being. While continuing to negotiate with Fox, Nancy was also in touch with other film companies, but unfortunately no good news came back for a while.

Duke was not idle either, and the agency had completed the business of registering a studio in Delaware for him. He simply rented two offices in North Hollywood, outsourced the studio finances to his own team of accountants, and then hired the only formal employee, a Latino woman in her forties, who was responsible for cleaning up and receiving calls.

As for the studio's registered name, Duke directly used his name, which is called "Duke".

In addition, Duke also had many exchanges with the photographer John Schwartzmann recommended by Sofia Coppola and Zach Schneider who came to Los Angeles. He also went to the Golden Gate Bridge to shoot some real scenes. In terms of lens language, color use, etc., the three of them could find common language. In particular, the latter two have always wanted to enter the film industry and promised to join Duke's production team if conditions permit.

The Duke Studio has an office location, which also facilitates Duke's communication with the two screenwriters he hired. Every once in a while, the three of them would meet in North Hollywood. Duke reviewed the plots they wrote and then exchanged their ideas. Duke also promised them that if a film company launches the script, they could sign their names.

It’s not just a sign, but as long as the name is written in the screenwriter’s column, they can share the screenwriter’s salary for the film.

This is also a means to inspire their enthusiasm and motivation.

"Say that, Duke."

In the office, Sophia, sitting opposite the small simple desk, put down her hand and completed half of the script. "This new script can only see your endless desire to destroy, it is simply a collection of all the vulgar elements in the summer season."

"You're right." Duke didn't raise his head, "but the audience liked it."

"Apart from commercial and box office..." Sophia couldn't help but say what she had been wanting to say recently, "Don't you want to pursue something in art?"

"Of course I want to."

Putting down his pen, Duke looked up at Sophia's dark eyes, "I also want to be an art master who worships all over the world, but I can't do it now. My shooting and production techniques are still very immature. You can also see from "The Speed ​​of Life and Death" that narrative ability and emotional conflicts are my weaknesses. If I give up my best commercial production at this time and turn to the field of art films, there is only one way to fail."

The black eyes were also looking at Duke. Sophia naturally understood that Duke was talking about the truth. The story and structure of "The Speed ​​of Life and Death" were relatively simple. The most attractive thing was the thrilling and exciting. She and Duke had been filming for more than two months, and it can be seen that compared to the popular action scenes, his literary drama foundation was obviously worse.

"No one in this world is born with everything, and not everything should be obtained by me." Duke smiled at her, "I need to continue to hone my various skills in director..."

"You can turn to independent movies." Sophia said deliberately.

"Then I will be forgotten by the mainstream film industry soon." Duke put his hands on the table and regarded the conversation as a rest. "I don't have enough capital yet. If I fail to transform now, I will inevitably be eliminated by the fiercely competitive Hollywood. But when I have three or four super-selling movies, even if I fail to transform in the future, I can continue to be a commercial director."

In fact, this is also his true thought. With enough capital, even if the transformation fails in the future, he will be Michael Bay.

"That's all very distant." Sophia simply hit him. "Your second work has not found a suitable investor. If this continues, the $500,000 you just borrowed will be used up soon."

"Maybe I should give up investing in videos..." Duke was also quite helpless, "Accept the conditions of Twentieth Century Fox?"

"I can't give you any advice."

Hearing Sophia's nasal voice, Duke could only sigh. Before taking the first step, he felt that the first step was the most difficult. When he had some capital to pursue more, he found that things were far less easy as he thought. Even if he had enough expectations for the difficulties and complexity of Hollywood, the truth was more difficult than expected.

It’s not surprising to think about it. With James Cameron, who has “Alien 2”, “Terminator 2” and “The True Lies” as capital, he was almost forced to ‘success’ by 20th Century Fox and Paramount when he was making the ship?

A few days ago, Nancy had a rumor. It is said that Warner Bros. is very interested in "Break into the Deadly Island", but has not contacted him yet. I think it is either the real rumor, or Warner Bros. is really interested, but wants to wait and see.

Nancy also specifically advised Duke to calm down. It is the most normal situation in Hollywood to wait for a movie project for a year or even longer.

The knock on the door suddenly rang out, and Sophia walked over and opened the door. It turned out to be Naomi Watts who came in. She smiled and greeted Sophia, walked towards her, obviously looking for Duke.

"Hi, Nami. Just sit there."

"I heard Nancy say that your studio is established." She was not polite and sat directly in Sofia's seat just now, "so come and take a look and congratulate you."

"Duke..." Sofia on the other side had packed her bag, "I have something to do, let's go first."

He waved his hand to the other side, and after Sophia closed the door, Duke set his sights on Naomi Watts.

Her blonde curly hair was obviously just done, and she had exquisite makeup on her face. Although she was not wearing a dress, she was also a formal dress, which seemed to be attending a party.

“Beautiful?”

The two of them had physical contact. Naomi simply leaned closer, Duke leaned forward, pinched her small chin, and hooked towards him.

Just as Duke wanted to print those two red lips, Naomi hid aside, "I spent half an afternoon putting on makeup. Do you want to ruin it?"

"You look particularly seductive today."

While talking, Duke suddenly felt a smooth and delicate foot stretching out from under the desk and lifting his trouser legs, and his two soft toes gently rubbed the protruding joints on his ankles.

"In a closed room." Duke tilted his head and looked at Naomi with a few aggression. "It is very dangerous for a beautiful woman to tease a man."

"So you think I'm pretty?" She turned her head slightly and looked at Duke with a squint, "It seems that this is the first time you say I'm pretty."

"Apart from being too thin..." Duke felt his foot retracted and shrugged, "You are the most beautiful among the Hollywood actresses I have ever met."

Makeup is a magical technique, enough to turn an ordinary face into a dazzling star face. Just like most Hollywood actresses who have good appearance and acting skills later, Naomi has a good capital and is also extremely thin, especially since Duke once pressed her under her body, and she definitely doesn't feel as enjoyable as her beautiful appearance.

After talking about the studio topic casually, Duke could tell that Naomi came here, definitely not because of a man or a woman.

"Is there something wrong?" Duke simply asked directly.

"Do you have time tonight?"

Under the desk, Naomi poked Duke again, saw him nodding, and said, "Would you please accompany me to the party at Beaver Hills Leigh?"

Her voice was light and soft, and her foot slid upwards along Duke's trousers.

Although Duke never touched women after having sex with Naomi Watts, he would not be tempted by this level of teasing, and asked, "Where to go?"

"You are so boring." Naomi Watts couldn't help but curl his lips, "Don't you need to relax except work?"

"Okay." Duke nodded, and asked, "Where to go?"

"Beverly Hills..." Naomi Watts stood up, walked around the desk, grabbed Duke's sleeve and pulled him up, "Tom Cruise's mansion!"

When he walked out of the studio with Duke in his arms, Naomi Watts couldn't help but think of the only night when the two were together. Duke's body was great, strength was great, and his skills were also great. Those two were the greatest physical enjoyment, but the after-exchange between the two was definitely not a pleasure, especially after lying together to chat with the second time, he never left the topic he said, and it seemed that he only had movies in his heart.

There was a moment when Naomi was also moved and very moved. If she used some means to develop into a lover, it would be beneficial for her future if she was not sure.

But she quickly gave up on this idea. Firstly, her paper broker contract was not allowed, and secondly, the other party was obviously a clear-headed and extremely self-centered person.

Naomi is not a pure girl with no love experience. She understands that if she wants such a person to nod and admit that she is his girlfriend, she will take a lot of time and energy to pay far more than the other party. It will seriously affect her just-starred journey to stardom.

She may even have to sacrifice her acting career completely.

Is it worth giving up a possible glamorous future for a love affair with uncertain future? She thinks it is not worth it.

No one can see through other people's hearts, and Duke is not the same as him. He is a guy who is full of movies and is too lazy to guess women's thoughts. He feels OK with each other, so he will come together for the time being. When he feels bad, then see him again.

In this regard, just like the cheerleader who was thrown away by him after only two nights and picked up by Rick Solomon, Duke's ideas and actions have always been simple and direct. (My novel "Hollywood Production" will have more fresh content on the official WeChat platform, and there is also a 100% lottery gift for everyone! Open WeChat now, click the "+" sign in the upper right to "Add Friends", search for the official account "qdread" and follow, hurry up!)
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