America's Road to Wealth

MGM headquarters parking lot.

After Abel's motorcade left.

The smile on Robert Egger's face faded.

He turned to Scarlett Johansson.

"Miss Johnson."

The famous "Mickey Mouse" in parallel time and space said to her:

"I think you're a very smart girl, don't you?"

Scarlett Johansson is in the process of changing her voice.

Her voice has the sharpness of a child, but also some of the huskiness of her adult life:

"Then what do you think I should do to be a smart girl?"

Hearing her direct and smart answer.

Robert Egger smiled, quite satisfied with her attitude.

Scarlett Johansson comes from a family of industry insiders.

Her grandfather is a TV screenwriter.

Her mother is a producer and her sister is also an actress.

Such a family makes her very familiar with various rules of Hollywood.

So not long after, Scarlett Johansson also appeared on the road from Los Angeles to Malibu.

Malibu is located west of Los Angeles, with the Santa Monica Mountains to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the south.

Scarlett Johansson signs with CAA.

The characteristic of CAA is that multiple agents serve one artist.

The person who brought Scarlett Johansson here was one of her CAA agents.

The agent's name is Derek Wright.

Derek Wright is one of the senior brokers and one of the partners of CAA.

At one time, he and Michael Levine had about the same status in CAA, and their status in the circle was also about the same.

But now Michael Levine is the general manager of AB Smith Entertainment and the CEO of Elizabeth Back Garden.

With AB Smith Entertainment taking control of MGM, Elizabeth Gardens became famous all over the world.

Strictly speaking, Michael, the general manager of ab Smith Entertainment, can also be regarded as one of the giants in Hollywood.

He, Derek Wright, is still just a senior agent of CAA.

In Derek Wright's opinion, he once had a chance.

He has the same chance as Michael Levine.

Working or serving that young man who was only famous in New York and Wall Street.

Unfortunately, Derek Wright was timid at the time and left New York soon after that incident.

Michael Levine is actually not very courageous, but he has a good godfather.

The son of Michael's godfather gave birth to another wonderful daughter and eventually became involved with the young man.

So that Michael Levine could serve that young man.

Derek Wright has always been worried about this.

The agent felt that he had a chance to become a prince in Hollywood.

Just like the two Michaels now.

He feels that his abilities are no worse than Michael Levine.

If there was a cure for regret, Derek Wright swears by it.

After that own incident, I would never leave New York so easily.

You must definitely find ways to stay by his side, serve him, and work for him.

Unfortunately, there is no regret medicine in the world.

Michael Levine succeeded by a “lucky stroke”.

He, Derek Wright, is still working hard in CAA.

Derek Wright was busy at work again today.

At work, Michael Ovitz, the president, temporarily summoned him to MGM.

Derek Wright was reluctant at first.

But Mr. President only used one name.

Derek Wright immediately changed his mind and headed to MGM.

at MGM.

Derek Wright picks up Scarlett Johansson and heads to Malibu beach.

On the way, the agent figured everything out.

This made Derek Wright immediately feel that his opportunity had come.

"First I have to say something."

Derek Wright, who was driving the car, said to Scarlett Johansson sitting in the passenger seat:

"Miss Johnson, you have a big opportunity! A very big opportunity, an opportunity bigger than the sky!"

"This opportunity is even rarer than being able to star in a Hollywood A+ production as a heroine!"

"As long as you can seize this opportunity, look at Anne Hathaway, look at Jessica Alba, look at Charlize Theron!"

Derek Wright was driving, but excited and already a little in his own world.

"Anne Hathaway debuted as the heroine of Disney's $30 million-level production. The second film will most likely be the heroine of the super national IP "Spider-Man"!"

"Jessica Alba made her debut in a super sci-fi drama produced by Cameron. She is not famous in Hollywood, but after filming a perfect drama, she can become the latest Bond girl."

"What about Charlize Theron? A young actress who is not well-known and has nothing but beauty. Now she will become the heroine of the biggest movie in the world! Even before that, she won The heroine of a feature film with a $50 million budget from MGM!"

"My dear Miss Johnson, please tell me, do you want such treatment and resources?"

Derek Wright said these things, these things.

How could Scarlett Johansson, who was sitting in his passenger seat, not know?

Hollywood is a very big circle, but it is actually just a small circle of about 100,000 people.

Since the end of last year.

One thing has been widely circulated in Hollywood circles.

That is to accept any unspoken rules in the circle.

It's not as good as trying every means to get someone's favor.

This is why the MGM employee restaurant is usually ignored.

Even if you need to go through security checks.

Today, there are still many, including many actors who have not even cooperated with MGM.

But they were so shameless that they had to go to the MGM employee restaurant for a meal.

Naturally, everyone does this not because the food in the staff restaurant is delicious.

It's just that everyone is trying to get a chance to stand out.

I just didn’t expect that this opportunity would eventually fall to Scarlett Johansson.

Even Scarlett Johansson herself felt a little incredible at this time.

"call"

She sat in the passenger seat, took a deep breath, and looked at Derek Wright with her beautiful eyes.

"Mr. Wright. I know everything you said."

"I wanted to take a chance."

Scarlett Johansson said: "What do you think I should do? Mr. Iger didn't tell me what to do at all. He just told me to be a smart girl. So what is a smart girl?"

Derek Wright actually doesn't know what to ask Scarlett Johansson to do.

However, Derek Wright feels that this kind of thing only needs Scarlett Johansson to get in front of the chairman.

And if the chairman didn't express his dislike for her, then the matter would be half successful.

Derek Wright thought for a while and said:

"You should think about this and do it yourself. Miss Johnson, this is an opportunity to change your destiny. I hope you can seize it."

It is also an opportunity for me to change my destiny.

I really hope you can catch it!

Derek Wright thought to himself.

About half an hour later, the two men arrived in Malibu.

Malibu is known for its sandy beaches and sun.

It is also an area densely populated with high-end residential buildings.

Derek Wright dared to bring Scarlett Johansson and come here to find the chairman like this.

Mickey Mouse Robert Egger naturally made arrangements for this.

After arriving at the destination, Derek Wright got out of the car and took out a note.

There is an address written on it:

[27724 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265].

Derek Wright looked at the address to find the way and told Scarlett Johansson:

"Ms. Johnson, don't forget the documents. Remember, we are here to deliver the documents to the chairman."

Scarlett Johansson nodded, "Here it is."

She raised the folder in her hand that Robert Egger had given her.

She and Derek Wright were asked to send a document from MGM specially.

This is the name of two people coming here.

Derek Wright nodded with satisfaction.

The agent followed the address on the note and quickly found the destination.

Outside 27724 Pacific Coast Highway, far from the mansion.

The two were blocked by bodyguards.

"This gentleman and this lady. The front is a private area and no one is allowed to enter without invitation."

Meticulous bodyguards blocked the two people.

Derek Wright quickly raised his hand and said:

"I'm Derek Wright from CAA, and this is Miss Scarlett Johansson, the actress."

"Mr. Robert Iger, CEO of MGM, asked us to come over and deliver a document to Mr. Smith. There should be an appointment. Please ask!"

All this left Scarlett Johansson a bit stunned.

Make her aware clearly.

If you don't get the permission of a big man like Abel.

How lucky and what a coincidence.

Only these she-wolves in Hollywood have the opportunity to meet such a big shot.

Everything in novels, TV shows, and movies is completely fake!

The bodyguard of Rock Security looked at Derek Wright and Scarlett Johansson.

One of them nodded, "Just wait a moment, and I'll ask Captain Edward."

One bodyguard started to use the intercom to communicate with the inside, while the other two bodyguards stared at the two visitors.

Ten seconds later.

Contact the bodyguard inside and say to his companions: "There is indeed this invitation, let them in."

The two of them were able to pass the first level and walked into the mansion.

But in the back, Scarlett Johansson and Derek Wright.

The two people passed two more levels of obstruction by bodyguards, including one body search by a female security guard.

After passing these.

The two were finally able to enter the house at 27724 Pacific Coast Highway.

This made Derek Wright think that even if he went to the White House to see the commander-in-chief.

Security work is pretty much like this.

Derek Wright laments this.

Scarlett Johansson is admiring the mansion.

As a member of the Johnson family who has lived in Los Angeles and has been hanging out in Hollywood.

Scarlett Johansson is still young, but she is relatively familiar with the entire Los Angeles area.

She knew that a bay like the one where 27724 Pacific Coast Highway was located was the Paradise Bay area of ​​Malibu.

This place is one of the most sought after and most expensive neighborhoods even in Malibu.

Scarlett mentally guessed that such a house would cost at least tens of millions of dollars.

Just as Scarlett was secretly admiring the luxury of this seaside mansion, she saw a female bodyguard walking over.

"Mr. Derek Wright amd Miss Scarlett Johansson?"

The female bodyguard Duoni spoke.

Derek Wright responded quickly, and Scarlett nodded behind.

"The boss is receiving Mr. Spielberg and Mr. David Geffen. He asked you to come over." Female bodyguard captain Dorni said.

Scarlett didn't react when she first heard these two names.

When she and Derek Wright were led inside by the female bodyguard captain Dawni.

Scarlett suddenly remembered Spielberg and David Geffen.

Could it be Steven Spielberg and that DreamWorks David Geffen?

Soon Scarlett knew that it was really these two people.

Just Spielberg and David Geffen.

The two people and Abel were talking on the open-air terrace of the mansion, which was suspended above the beach, facing the Pacific Ocean and could see the sea view of Malibu Paradise Bay.

It was around mid-afternoon, and the sunshine was mild on Malibu Beach in February.

The light shining on the people on the outdoor platform does not make everyone feel hot.

Facing the cool sea breeze, the sun will only make people feel warm.

Facing the sea, it is still very warm even if there is no spring; even if there are no flowers blooming, it makes people feel relaxed and relaxed.

Scarlett vowed in her heart that when she makes money in the future, she will definitely come to Malibu Beach to buy a luxury house.

I also want to buy a luxury house like this, this large wooden suspended open-air platform.

She really loved it.

Scarlett and Derek Wright arrive.

Caught the attention of Spielberg and David Geffen.

The two DreamWorks bosses glanced at the two people.

But because Abel didn't say anything, it was Abel's female bodyguard who brought him in.

They didn't say anything, but continued to talk to Abel about the previous topic.

"Mr. Smith, I don't know where you learned that we have the idea of ​​selling DreamWorks. But I'm sorry. We don't have this idea at the moment. DreamWorks is not for sale."

Spielberg said.

Abel immediately smiled and said:

"Come on, Steven. Who doesn't know that you failed? It's a good thing to want to be independent, and it's a good thing to want to become a new giant."

"But it is obvious that in this era, without the help of capital, there is no possibility of becoming a Hollywood giant."

Facing Abel's direct words, Spielberg paused silently, "But this does not mean that we want to sell DreamWorks. It is the hard work of the three of us for six years."

"Really?" Abel said with an uncertain smile: "Steven, are you sure? Do you dare to guarantee what you said?"

Spielberg was completely silent.

Great directors don’t dare.

As the giant director remained silent, Scarlett was shocked.

Because she heard news that would obviously be very shocking to Hollywood.

That means DreamWorks may be changing hands?

You must know the DreamWorks film studio established in 1994.

In just six years, it has produced two movies with a box office of US$400 million and four movies with a box office of US$300 million.

This is for a film studio, an independent film company.

This is already a very good result.

Some Hollywood giants did not even achieve such results during the bad years.

This has also made DreamWorks one of the hottest companies in Hollywood in recent years.

Known as the most promising company to become a new Hollywood giant.

Its development momentum looks so good.

So Scarlett was very shocked when she heard the news that the Big Three might sell DreamWorks.

If this comes true, it will definitely cause a huge shock in the Hollywood circle.

There was silence for a minute or two, without Spielberg speaking.

David Geffen spoke.

"Steven," David Geffen said to Spielberg.

Spielberg looked at his partner.

"Jeffrey didn't come today. He was sick and in the hospital," David Geffen said.

Spielberg nodded, of course the great director knew.

Jeffrey is Jeffrey Katzenberg, another member of the Big Three of DreamWorks.

He is also the CEO and actual manager of DreamWorks, and one of the famous film producers in Hollywood.

"Before we came over, Jeffery called me. He told me that he didn't think we were going to be in it again," David Geffen said softly.

Spielberg's expression was suddenly startled, and the great director frowned: "Did Jeffrey really say that?"

"You can call him and ask him." David Geffen shrugged.

"What do you mean?"

David Geffen looked away from Spielberg and towards Abel.

Spielberg also set his sights on Abel.

"Now that it has been determined that it is impossible to succeed, Jeffrey feels that there is no need to waste any more time."

"He thinks that since this is the case, we should sell our hard work at a good price."

David Geffen looked at Abel and said:

"Obviously Jeffrey, like me, thought Mr. Smith would give us a good price."

Spielberg immediately said:

"It seems that you two have the intention to take action? Or is it Mr. Smith?"

David Geffen nodded, which made Spielberg feel a little uncomfortable.

Spielberg did not expect that when he insisted on opposing it.

From the looks of it, his two partners may have already "hooked up" with Abel Smith.

In fact, even today, Spielberg was actually called by David Geffen.

Spielberg didn't even know about it until he came to meet Abel.

So when Abel brought up this matter just now.

Only Spielberg would be so firmly opposed.

Unexpectedly, the great director himself opposed it very firmly.

But it seems that the two companion partners have already reached an agreement.

Spielberg suddenly felt depressed, sad, and a little discouraged.

Spielberg smiled bitterly, with a slightly sarcastic tone, and said to David Geffen:

"Then I'm very curious about what price Mr. Smith paid. It will make both you and Katzenberg excited."

At this moment, Spielberg was obviously angry.

When calling another companion who is not present, he does not use his first name but his last name.

David Geffen doesn't need to answer this question.

Abel himself answered Spielberg.

"Two billion dollars."

Abel smiled and said to Spielberg: "$1.2 billion. Each of the three founders can get $400 million."

"Six years, 400 million U.S. dollars. I feel that even if I make a movie and make a blockbuster movie, I can't get this kind of remuneration."

"I think my sincerity is quite sufficient."

"Isn't it? Steven."