Since August, Robert Shea has already sensed the crisis. Since Eric didn't let him participate in any affairs related to the Playa Vista filming base, Robert Shea has been aware of this.
This reminded him of what happened to Barry Diller six years ago. Barry Diller brought Paramount to the top, but because of conflicts with Paramount's major shareholder Martin Davis, he was almost kicked out in the end. Paramount Pictures, but over the years, Paramount's declining performance and Fox's thriving have also proved how big a mistake Martin Davis made back then.
Robert Shea is still somewhat self-aware. He knows that he is not as capable as Barry Diller, but he also knows that he has an advantage that Barry Diller does not have, that is, 25% of Firefly shares in his hand, and most of Firefly The employees are all his subordinates during the new line period.
Robert Shea has always been very confident that if Eric forcibly drives him out, the damage to Firefly will be much greater than the loss to Paramount caused by Barry Diller's departure. So even though he felt a crisis, Robert Shea didn't feel that Eric dared to go too far.
In fact, he also understood in his heart that Eric hoped that he would let go of the production business and only participate in the distribution. But in any film company, the production power is a struggle for the top management. "For example, if he is only in charge of film distribution and not involved in other business of the company, what is the difference with a distribution manager
It was the end of another day's work, Robert Shea stood up and moved his body, looked at his watch, it was close to five o'clock. He gave some instructions to the assistant. Then he habitually packed up his things. Put on your coat and leave the office to go home from get off work.
Robert Shea's office is adjacent to Eric's. When he walked past the door of Eric's office, Robert Shea glanced at the nameplate on the door and speculated with a bit of dissatisfaction that Eric this time Did you leave the company early again
Walking along the long corridor all the way to the elevator, Robert Shea subconsciously stopped when he approached the corner where the elevator was located, because he heard Eric's voice.
At first it was just some light chatter, but Robert Shea quickly lost interest. Just as he was about to walk over, but raised his foot, Robert Shea pricked up his ears and heard Eric say: "... this time there must be no more accidents like in "Ghost Love", you are responsible for this matter yourself , find an agency to contact Bruce Evans, and we must successfully win the script."
"Don't worry, Eric, I know what to do, this time it will be absolutely safe." This was the voice of Eric's assistant Alan Fissman.
Eric said again: "It's better to be careful, and the price should not be too high. If it is too high, it will arouse the vigilance of the other party."
The two chatted for a few more words, and Robert Shea heard a light ding, and after the slight sound of footsteps, the elevator exit became silent. After a while, Robert Shea walked over, watching an elevator on the left slowly descending, with a thoughtful expression on his face. At the same time, he also firmly remembered the name of Bruce Evans, and Robert Shea immediately decided to find someone to inquire about the screenwriter's information.
After the elevator started to go down, Eric and Alan looked at each other and smiled. People could be seen on the wall at the corner of the elevator. Although it was blurry, just as Robert Shea walked out of the office, Eric and Alan had already found him. Moreover, it is enough to reveal only one name of Bruce Evans. Bruce Evans is not an unknown person. This screenwriter has already produced several movies. Of course, the whole play had to be done, and then someone had to be sent to contact Bruce Evans to make a gesture of winning the script of "Cutthroat Island".
"Letting him leave with a little thought will save the company a lot of trouble," Eric said suddenly when the elevator was about to slide down to the top floor.
"Eric, why do I think this script is not bad?"
"A good script may not necessarily make a good movie, and even if a good movie is made, it may not necessarily be recognized by the audience."
Allen nodded thoughtfully, and the two came to the parking lot together. Eric had just opened the door when the mobile phone rang.
"Then I'll go back first," Allen said in a greeting.
Eric nodded, connected the phone, and a female voice came out: "Eric, my reputation is completely ruined now."
"Don't worry, I will never be responsible." Eric laughed a few times, and then said: "Little Princess Fox, I think this title is still very high-end, you are really beautiful these days."
I have to say that Elizabeth really got into the show during this time, vividly interpreting a domineering wealthy daughter who is extremely eager for Oscars. The girl even went to the reception held by Martin Scorsese for "Goodfellas" to personally 'PR "Martin Scorsese should not apply for the best picture for "Goodfellas", just declare one best director. As long as Martin Scorsese agrees to this condition, she can contact Fox's resources for Martin Scorsese. Korsese does awards PR. Compared with the best director, Elizabeth values the award of best picture more. Once "The Silence of the Lambs" wins, as a producer, she will be able to win the statuette.
And almost everyone in Hollywood knows that Martin Scorsese is very unpopular with the Oscar jury, so the probability of his film winning the best director is far lower than the possibility of winning the best picture. Elizabeth's suggestion is almost It was Martin's sore foot, and Martin Scorsese was so angry that he almost exploded on the spot. When the news spread, Elizabeth also got the nickname of "Fox Little Princess".
"Ah bah, you bastard, it's all your fault, what Fox's little princess, everyone knows it's sarcasm," Elizabeth complained in a raised voice, and then said: "I will talk to the producer of "Dances with Wolves" this afternoon. I signed the contract, but the price has not been negotiated. It cost 27.5 million, and Orion Films bought out their distribution contract for 2 million dollars. You didn't see it, those guys almost used the word 'take advantage of' when they looked at me It's written on my face. I've been busy and left 500,000 pocket money, that's not okay, you have to make it up to me."
"Is it okay for me to pay you back? I happen to be free tonight?"
"roll!"
Eric stopped joking and said, "Okay, where are you now, I'll go over to see the sample, I haven't seen this movie yet."
"Of course I'm at home," Elizabeth said, and quickly added: "It's too late now, let's talk about it tomorrow. I keep the original copy in Fox's vault, and Century City will definitely be off work." It’s over.” (To be continued..)