Hollywood starts with an agent

Chapter 709 Film Window

"The Lost Souls, a post-apocalyptic supernatural horror film that was released some time ago, had a budget of over $5000 million but only grossed $4000 million at the box office!"

On a sofa in a private bar room, Winona Ryder talked about her latest film, saying, "I originally wanted to try something new, but I didn't expect it to receive a lot of negative reviews."

It's worth noting that "Shakespeare in Love," released at the end of last year, achieved a remarkable box office of $1 million in North America and $2.9 million worldwide, with rave reviews.

In the Best Actress Oscar race earlier this year, Winona Ryder lost by a narrow margin to Hilary Swank of "Boys Don't Cry".

“It is a bit of a pity,” Aaron kissed the woman and reached out to grope her thigh. With Winona Ryder’s current fame, the success or failure of a movie wouldn’t have much of an impact.

After all, Winona Ryder certainly doesn't lack scripts right now!
“Mmm,” Winona Ryder wrapped her arms around the man’s neck and responded to the kiss passionately, “Okay, my phone is ringing.”

As she spoke, Winona Ryder leaned back on the sofa and took out her phone to answer the call!
"Who is it calling at this hour?" Aaron kissed the woman's face while reaching inside her shirt to caress her soft skin.

“It’s Liv Tyler, she’s also in Los Angeles, asking where I am?” Winona Ryder put down her phone a moment later and explained with a smile.

"Oh, it's Liv. She did very well this year, winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'Girl, Interrupted,' which you produced."

"What, is she filming in Los Angeles or something?"

Aaron looked up and asked, "Liv Taylor spends most of her time in New York."

“Well, she starred in two movies this year. Wait a minute, she’ll be right there,” Winona Ryder kissed Aaron. She and Liv Tyler were getting along very well now.
As for Gwyneth Paltrow, they've drifted apart; it's been a long time since they last saw each other.

"Come to the bar! That's great. I haven't seen her in a long time. She plays the elf princess in the Lord of the Rings trilogy, which is currently being filmed, and she's absolutely stunning!"

“Just wait,” Winona Ryder nudged the man beside her, “they’ll be here soon, aren’t you going to be serious?”

Aaron smiled. "What does it matter? Besides, Liv Tyler isn't a newcomer to Hollywood."

Winona Ryder sighed and pinched Aaron, "You probably know all the sexy actresses in Hollywood, right?"

Aaron shook his head. "How could that be? How many people are there in Hollywood? I only know a few."

"Besides, as you know, I'm someone who hates trouble. I have no interest in wasting time on people I don't know."

Every day, countless young and beautiful women try every means to get close to him. How could Aaron be so casual?
Otherwise, you're just making trouble for yourself!

“Yes, that’s true,” Winona Reed knew all too well how many people wanted to know Aaron Anderson. “Honey, you look quite charming with your hair long!”

Aaron smiled and stroked Winona Ryder's long brown hair. Although it lacked the neatness of short hair, it had an added elegance and charm.

"So, do you like it?" Winona Ryder kissed the man.

“Of course,” Aaron whispered in the woman’s ear, “your look in ‘Bram Stoker’s Dracula’ back then was absolutely stunning;”

"Back then, on set, I was really captivated by you!"

"Mmm," Winona Ryder embraced Aaron's head and kissed him passionately, their lips and tongues entwined...

With the preview screenings of Steven Soderbergh's crime thriller "Traffic," starring Al Pacino, Jennifer Aniston, Antonio Banderas, and Penelope Cruz;
In the film, director Steven Soderbergh employs the cinematic language of parallel montage, using realistic imagery to simultaneously unfold and intersect three seemingly independent but actually interconnected stories within a limited timeframe. This creates a film structure that resembles a net while maintaining a clear narrative thread, presenting a grand and imposing atmosphere.

The San Francisco Chronicle: "In the film *Traffic*, the scenes that serve as cautionary tales are, in a sense, the heart of the film, showing that the war on drugs is not only far from over, but has also been tragically misguided in its overall direction."

"Moreover, Steven Soderbergh aptly and without preaching, pointed out that the drug problem is in fact just an external symptom of some larger problems, a result of a society that divides and isolates people."

The Washington Post: "The Drug Network, through a multi-layered, ensemble, and parallel narrative, exposes the intricate drug networks that entangle the United States and Mexico from the perspectives of various groups, including law enforcement officers, drug dealers, drug users, and politicians. It explores the obstacles and difficulties in the fight against drugs, prompting deep reflection!"

"Traffic Network" is a realistic work that uses multiple narrative methods to depict the world of drugs.
In addition, director Steven Soderbergh's own remarkable skills enabled the film to present the realities of various groups involved in this issue in an orderly manner. While condemning drug dealers, the American public should also feel a sense of self-reproach and vigilance, and reflect on their own attitudes toward drugs!

"The preview screenings of both 'Traffic' and 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon' were very successful, and the feedback from film critics was quite positive."

"However, the actual performance will depend on the actual release."

At Dawn headquarters in Burbank, Aaron sat in his chair, remarking, "Especially Ang Lee's martial arts film; it's very refreshing for American audiences."

"If you do it right, you'll definitely be pleasantly surprised!"

Understanding the unspoken meaning, Tom Rothman, a senior executive at Universal Pictures sitting opposite him, chuckled and said, "Not only these two films, but also *Gladiator* and *Erin Brockovich* need to be heavily promoted to vie for Oscars."

"The VHS and DVD of 'Erin Brockovich' have already been released, and 'Gladiator' will also begin its VHS and DVD release early next year. The public relations expenses invested will be recouped!"

Universal Pictures typically begins releasing videotapes and DVDs 4-6 months after the film's official theatrical release.
Of course, the theatrical window period varies depending on the film's release date. For short-running films like horror and comedy, the theatrical window is four months.

(End of this chapter)