The My Hollywood System
Chapter 158

“I heard Leo is working on a script [Catch Me If You Can]. He's bought himself a nice penthouse in downtown Los Angeles, and if I remember correctly, he hasn't left that place since he settled down. Like you. He hasn't even been to a party lately. Looks like you adopted the Italian version of yourself, Will.”

Jeffery quipped from his seat, inside Will's office, as he sipped his cup of coffee. He continued.

“But, he said he was waiting to strengthen himself with his next film, before indulging himself. I think there's a little party animal inside of him somewhere, so that's where the similarities between the two of you end, or it would be too overwhelming. ”

Will shook his head as he smiled fondly at the thought of the actor who was almost like his protege. He sipped his tea, before replying.

“Yes, he works really hard. He thinks he hasn't done enough to attend a party and he wants to at least work on one more big movie before he even thinks of partying. Well, we're off topic. The script for [Hitch] is complete. What was Marcus' response to him? Is he ready for screen test?”

Jeffery furrowed his brows and replied.

“I have to say that he looks very skinny. The drugs hurt him, and he really needs to throw this off the field to start his career again. But I think he will. She seemed enthusiastic about the project and Jennifer did say she would guide her through it all, so we'll see how things turn out.

Will nodded, hoping his friend would succeed with the role given to him. He himself did not realize the potential he had in him. Will believes Marcus can reach heights he didn't even dream of, if things go according to plan.

“I hope he does well. He has a lot of raw untapped talent and he is very easy to work with.”

Jeffrey commented and continued.

“You know, this will be the first time this studio will be stretched. Not just one or two, but a total of four different ways. With [Catch me if you can], [Hitch], and [Spider-Man], all entering pre-production at the same time, we'll be stretched. It was after not taking into account the work with the [Friends] event. Do you know how we'll handle it? ”

Will nodded as he said.

"Yes. As far as [Friends] are concerned, sets are being prepared by OP Studios inside our Central Perk facility. The apartment itself is decorated according to New York standards, although it is slightly larger.

I have given them a sketch from a two-point perspective as well as a three-point perspective to effectively get it all for them. All that remains is the cast. I'll take care of it in time. ”

Will said as he counted something in his head. He continued.

“For big picture production, I thought to box out our studio. Your team will be divided into three, of course. But that would be coupled with the team sent in by the other Big Six. So I hope we're not too skinny.”

Jeffery pondered the plan of action in his head and nodded slightly.

“And we will finally test the animation, VFX, and CGI departments you bought after [Liberty City]. What you get from Mega Works will eventually show its effectiveness with [Spider-Man]. By the way, have you ever heard of Jixar?”

Will furrowed his brows and took another sip of his tea, and shook his head as he could not remember such a name. Although his name was surprisingly similar to other studios from his past life, he had yet to come to a conclusion.

Seeing that Will doesn't know, Jeffrey explains.

“This is a small animation studio and their majority shareholder wants to liquidate after some minor disputes with creative heads, founders, and other major shareholders. It recently received much praise for the film it animated. If you feel that we will need a bigger workforce and more resources for animation in our movies, then it is the main business for you to buy.”

That does seem like the perfect opportunity for Will to expand his network of resources. He nodded and made a note on his computer.

“Alright, I'll have Amanda check it out. He will handle the necessary processes and I will make him acquire the company.”

Jeffery sighed and said.

“You know with your speed of buying companies and expanding companies, I just hope no one accuses you of hostile takeovers in the industry. Being a monopoly is good and good, but it will require a lot of government support.”

Will laughs as he understands where Jeffery came from. Even in his previous life, Disney had to do a lot of underhanded deals with government officials to hide their growing oligopoly power.

Disney owns more than 40 percent of Hollywood. Anyone who wants to try and compete in the market has to deal with the company.

But for Disney, the basis for such a power has been forming for nearly half a century. Walt Disney was very important for the beginning. That was after not taking into account the perfect attitude Disney had dropped during various political changes in the climate.

Will had to be very careful if he wanted Dream Vision to eventually reach such heights in this life.

Jeffery broke his reflection with that question.

Will shook his head, clearing from the contemplative mindset he had entered and replied.

“Yeah, you know I'm a big fan of the original Marvel Comics and so is my dad. I especially love Spider-Man, the Fantastic Four, and the Avengers. But the CEO has interfered too deeply and taken creative freedom from original writers like Stan Lee.”

Will said while remembering Stan Lee. He continued.

“You should meet that old man sometime. There is only pure enthusiasm that he exudes and you can see that he is passionate about his character. The problem is the CEO. The characters he originally wrote were discarded.

Peter Parker is killed in their series after the Fantastic Four get lost in the negative zone. And Iron Man was killed as well, with him dying from heavy metal poisoning. They were replaced by other characters, yes. But they became bland because the original authors were not given the freedom to do what they wanted.”

Jeffery looked amused at those harsh words and said.

“You're excited about this, aren't you? Didn't know you were a comic book nerd. I'm sure you'll be able to write a good script with [Spider-Man].”

Will laughed again and said

“Oh, you don't know half of it. I let Stan Lee take back control of his character, they will come back. He even had a good idea to build the universe he named 616. That's for all their stories to unfold in the comics. The script I wrote reflects his work with Peter Parker and Spider-Man. I am sure with him working with me, I will be able to write a script that fits his story.”

Jeffery smiled, happy that his friend was working on something he clearly liked. He could hear the adoration of the true hero he had for the old man turn Stan Lee on and he vowed to meet him personally.

He then asked.

"Have you decided who you want to play as your 'Peter Parker?"

I will think about it and answer

“I initially asked Leo but he refused and I can respect his decision. I was honestly thinking of holding an audition for this as well. And hey, if we don't find a good Peter Parker, I can do it myself. I did well for [17 again]. I am sure I will be able to give you character justice, as it deserves.”

Internally he really wondered if he could find a good replacement for Tobey Maguire. He has been creating Spider-Man since his childhood. Plus he carries a lot of meme factors with his portrayals. He has become Spider-Man to millions of fans around the world.

*****

[Harry Potter and The Chamber of Secrets, Another Secret of the Wizarding World, Unravels.

The Harry Potter books have become a phenomenon. Although roughly intended for 9 to 12 year olds, men in suits have been seen with them on the train. Parents quarreled over who could read to the children and teachers said a chapter could silence the most rowdy of classes.

An 8-year-old boy who wrote to the author, Will Evans. He quotes on the back of this second book, saying: 'I can't put it down. Please write another one'.

Evans' first novel, [Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone], has sold more than 100 million copies worldwide.

When The Chamber of Secrets came out earlier this month, the book shot to the top of the hard-covered bestseller list - the first children's book to do so - beating even the most famous modern author.

A seven-book deal has been followed between Warden Books and Will Evans. There were even rumors that Will Evans ended up adapting the books into film format using his own established but relatively young film studio in Hollywood.

Harry Potter is a wizard and student at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, a distant castle where apprentice witches and wizards lead happy lives by taking the 'Transfiguration' class' and play 'Quidditch' (hockey on a broomstick with a flying ball). They inhabit a world that most ordinary humans cannot see and know or as the book calls it, 'muggle'. They can get in and out of the 'muggle world', but be careful not to be seen.

They have an enviable freedom, flying around in an enchanted car. There is a glaring absence of parents - Harry's parents were murdered by the evil Lord Voldemort (aka He Who is Not Called by His Name). Voldemort wants to eliminate Harry. He tried but failed last time. Now he has returned and unleashed a terrifying force (giant snake) from the castle's dungeon (Secret Room), which roams the school 'petrifying' the disciples into stone.

With the help of his best friends Ron and Hermione, Harry finds Room and kills the snake and Voldemort. On the way, they encounter a depressed ghost named Nick Almost Headless, who yearns for a complete decapitation so he can join the Headless Hunt, some elephant-sized spider, with a, and some Mandrake - planted babies that can kill people with deafening cries if they are dug up .. But it all ended happily.

We at The Guardian encourage readers, children and adults to dive into the fantastic world of mystery that Will Evans has brought to our world and embark on a journey of magic and mystery with him.]