Hollywood Road - Chapter 697

It’s not wrong to say that, but letting Leonardo DiCaprio spit out 40 million dollars is no different from a bloodletting.

Hearing what the middle-aged man said, Leonardo DiCaprio was heartbroken. He felt that something was tearing his heart, as if a heart would be torn in half in the next moment, and the sane half told He, what the manager said is very correct. This is the best way to deal with it. The greedy half pulls at him and tells him that even if the money is not refunded, it is no big deal. What can those people do with him?

One more thing, is it really necessary to go to the bank for a loan to refund the money?

It’s okay to say that the US$25 million in “The Great Gatsby” proceeds, most of which are still in his account, and most of the more than 10 million US dollars of the charity foundation have been squandered by him.

His own money is basically invested and turned into fixed assets. Most of his daily expenditures are basically bought by several charitable foundations, that is to say, let those charitable donors buy it, and then go to the charity foundation. Management expenses.

Why is he so enthusiastic about charity? Being able to improve one’s reputation and style is one aspect, and maintaining a luxurious life without spending too much money is another.

Let him spit out the money he spent, and it would be strange if he didn’t feel distressed.

The middle-aged man didn’t say much. He knew that Low Tezo had generously withdrawn millions of dollars for Leonardo DiCaprio and others to gamble in the casino. 1MDB once did Leonardo DiCaprio. Leo’s foundation donated millions of dollars and presented expensive gifts such as high-priced champagne and artworks.

Maybe there is no problem in law, but in public opinion, it is impossible for the two parties to distinguish their relationship.

Leonardo DiCaprio is a smart man, who spit out such a huge amount of money, although he will feel distressed and unable to sleep, but he will definitely make a wise choice in the end.

The surroundings were quiet, without any sound disturbing, Leonardo DiCaprio stood here, closed his eyes and thought for a long time, then slowly opened his eyes.

“Ok……”

He said this with great difficulty, as if he would die at any time, “Just do what you say.”

The middle-aged man nodded, took out his cell phone and started making a call, and the team behind Leonardo DiCaprio immediately started.

In the afternoon of the same day, Leonardo DiCaprio released information through social platforms, and will cooperate with the FBI and the Department of Justice in the investigation of “The Great Gatsby” investor 1MDB Fund and Hongyan Pictures suspected of money laundering. Will donate 25 million US dollars of film remuneration to relevant United Nations agencies for the protection of children, and also stated that if it is confirmed that their charitable foundation has indeed received 1MDB gifts and donations, they will be returned in full.

On the second day, a manager of the Leonardo DiCaprio Charitable Foundation also formally responded: “In early January, Mr. DiCaprio passed the government investigation for the first time. The news of the producer of “Gatsby” learned of this, and he immediately contacted the FBI and the Department of Justice through an agent to confirm whether he himself and the foundation received gifts and charitable donations from related persons. If any gifts and donations have been received , He will return as soon as possible, and we will fully support the work of the FBI and the Department of Justice.”

Although there are related lawyers who pointed out that if Leonardo DiCaprio knew in advance that the investment in “The Great Gatsby” was of unknown origin, or should know that the investment involved money laundering, he might face judicial problems. , But the premise is that Leonardo DiCaprio’s prior informed evidence must be found.

“Leonardo is not stupid…”

In the office of the Venice warehouse studio, Murphy said to James Franco, “Why would he personally participate in these things? He is not a stupid like Mike Tyson.”

“He is a smart guy.” James Franco certainly wouldn’t underestimate Leonardo DiCaprio’s level of people. “There is also a very smart team behind him.”

Murphy nodded slightly, “Spit out forty million dollars, presumably Leonardo DiCaprio will be quieter in this awards season.”

In fact, the negative news about “Dark City” and James Franco has been significantly reduced recently. Leonardo DiCaprio’s public relations team must be busy fighting fire everywhere, where there is still so much time. And energy to blacken others.

This is also one of the goals of Murphy and Bill Rossis’ counterattack.

“Forty million dollars.”

Robert Downey Jr., who had been silent on the other side, said, “Leonardo DiCaprio must be depressed and want to vomit blood.”

He looked at Murphy and asked, “This is really what Gadot came up with.”

“Yes.” Murphy admitted directly, “It’s like a fake replacement.”

Robert Downey Jr. couldn’t help but shook his head, “She failed to learn from you.”

Murphy smiled and took the initiative to change the subject, “How are you preparing? The shooting will start next week.”

“Absolutely no problem.” Robert Downey Jr. said cockyly, “Murphy, you will see that the best acting among us is me!”

James Franco gave him a **** directly, “I believe you will turn Robbie Robinson into Tony Stark.”

The three of them laughed at the same time.

Although Robert Downey Jr. won the Oscar for Best Actor with “Diego Rose”, the most well-known is not the Oscar actor, but Iron Man Tony Stark.

In some ways, this can be regarded as a kind of sorrow for Oscar.

After chatting for a while, James Franco and Robert Downey Jr. left Murphy’s office. Murphy continued his work. After about half an hour, he received a call from Carla Faith.

“Tell you a good news.” Carla Fes said on the phone, “The Venice Film Festival also “Focus” participates in the main competition unit of the festival!”

“Good!” Murphy laughed immediately, “Good job!”

Twentieth Century Fox must have made a lot of effort for this.

Carla Fess downplayed, “In fact, we didn’t do anything. The main reason is that the strength and influence of the Catholic Church are not as good as before. If it were placed ten years ago, even Italy would not even want to enter this film.”

Murphy thought for a while, and it is indeed the case. Even in Italy, the headquarters of the Vatican, the decline of religious power is an indisputable fact.

“Yes, there is one more thing.” Carla Faith suddenly changed the subject. “The six major Hollywood companies have united some second-tier film companies and are preparing to propose to the film management department on the other side of the Pacific to introduce relevant film grading regulations.”

“I can’t help anymore.”

After hanging up the phone, Murphy couldn’t help shook his head. Where would Scissors follow outside advice?

Until now, “Dark City” has not been shown in theaters there. Murphy and Twentieth Century Fox have long given up on public relations. The lack of box office support from one of the world’s largest movie markets is a pity. Right.

Even so, Murphy has never moved the idea of ​​making Big Scissors change. Even this combination of Hollywood studios will inevitably be rejected without hesitation.

The film grading system is obviously beneficial. This is a truth that the whole world understands, and it has been proven in countless markets, even in some countries and regions that are very backward, but the big scissors will definitely not pass.

Big Scissors does not want a grading system nor a dividing line, because it does not want to be considered pornographic and violent to anyone. Its restrictions on film and television content reflect the anxiety of the opposing ruling class. The film and television content must not “endanger” the unity. , Security and honor, it should not “distort” history, have explicit **** or gambling scenes, advocate “religious supremacy” or “detailed descriptions of fortune-telling, asking God for divination.”

Even after 1949, those who want to become spirits, monsters, and ghosts must stay calm and stable. They want a carp to jump through the dragon gate, but there is no door.

In theory, these are all forbidden by big scissors.

To some extent, the film classification system may lead to the gradual legalization of pornographic and violent films. This is a fact that cannot be ignored. This is also one of the most worried situations of Big Scissors and the ruling class across the ocean.

Of course, some reasons are not critical, but they can barely count as one of them.

For example, this does not meet the requirements of a one-size-fits-all scissor. The classification is equivalent to having a standard. If there is a standard, it will not be too outrageous. For some movies that you do not want to be listed, under the classification system, you always have to work hard to find suitable reasons and excuses. The situation is that if so-and-so wants to make any movie not available, the excuse is inappropriate.

In any case, film classification is a false proposition on the other side of the Pacific, and there is no need to fight for it. For movies like Quentin Tarantino, it is too difficult to appear in that market, even if it is introduced. There may be situations in which the big scissors urgently informs you to move down during the screening.

“Dark City” was not released there, and “Focus” would be difficult to release. Murphy’s Stanton Studio will not do public relations anyway, so let’s not do it. Anyway, the world film market is so weird like Scissors. There are not many of them.

In any case, Murphy doesn’t want to deal with the big scissors anymore. The standard of ups and downs should be dealt with by Twentieth Century Fox.

With the recruitment of many actors in place and the shooting of “Focus” is about to begin, Murphy is still busy with the work at hand, and it is more important that he is busy until six in the afternoon before leaving the office and going to the set to find Gal-Gar, who has just finished his work. Duo, joined the bodyguard again, and got into the car parked at the entrance of the studio.

“Go home.” He said to the driver.

The driver lowered the partition and started the car to leave the entrance of the studio and drove towards Beverly Hills. The car with the bodyguards followed followed.

Probably because he was tired from work, Gal Gadot didn’t say a word, leaning on his seat and closing his eyes to rest. Murphy held one of her hands and closed his eyes.

The partition suddenly lowered and the voice of the bodyguard sitting on the co-pilot rang, “Sir, there is a car following us behind.”