Chapter 125125. Teng Snake Shedding Skin, MGM's Future Plan

Cooper's home in Beverly Hills.

Eric swallowed the health wine that Lao Han gave him in one gulp, and then had a glass of light blue turbid liquid.

"vomit"

As a result, the two smells intertwined and almost made him vomit.

He forced himself to calm down, and after a few minutes he leaned against the cabinet to catch his breath.

"Shit! This is too hard to drink, it's just a pile of shit. Is there a chemical reaction? I guess I should wait ten minutes before drinking it next time."

Muttering to himself, Eric took a sip of water and rinsed his mouth.

The turbid liquid was naturally a secret functional drink developed by the experts at Sergeito. After drinking a cup yesterday, Eric felt good, so he asked for the formula.

I was thinking of using it together with Lao Han’s wine to see how it works.

However, seeing that the health wine was almost gone, he picked up his phone and made an international call, thinking that he had to ask Lao Han for more.

"Old Han, how have you been lately?"

"Very good, very good. Thanks to you, MGM Oriental is doing well now and the leaders are very satisfied." Han Sanping's cheerful voice came from the other end of the phone.

"If the leader is satisfied, will you be promoted soon?"

"How can it be so fast? We need to wait for the opportunity. This kind of thing depends on the opportunity."

"First, it depends on the opportunity, and second, it depends on the effort. Now the opportunity has been given to you, and the next step is to see your effort."

Han Sanping on the opposite side burst into laughter: "Eric, I find that you really don't look like an American. You know a lot about the personal relationships and officialdom in China."

"Because I love to study. I like to learn foreign languages. I taught myself Mandarin. I have been interested in Chinese culture since I was a child."

"Haha. Let's get down to business. You called me out of the blue and it's definitely not just to say hello. I have a meeting soon. Don't be polite like the Chinese. I still like your American style of getting straight to the point."

"Okay, then I'll be frank. Do you still have the wine you gave me when I left last time?"

"You finished it so quickly? Didn't I tell you to just drink a small cup each time?" Han Sanping asked in surprise.

"I'm not the only one drinking it. My father also uses it and it works well, so I'm asking you for more."

"Hahahaha. I said this thing is the most suitable for the entertainment industry, especially for people like you who are busy all day long. Don't worry, I have plenty of them. I'll send them to you."

"It's troublesome to mail it back and forth. Do you have a formula? I can make it directly in the United States." Eric asked.

"I definitely have a recipe, but it requires wild ginseng from Changbai Mountain, cordyceps from Nagqu, and other medicinal materials. You definitely can't get the real thing in the United States. If you buy a fake, not only will it not work, but I'm afraid it will hurt your body. It's better for me to send it to you."

After hearing what Old Han said, Eric thought about it and it made sense. There were many cases where rich people bought fake goods, let alone medicinal liquor for internal use. He couldn't do anything rash.

"Then I'll listen to you, but don't send bottles one by one, bring more."

"Okay, just wait. I'll send you a few boxes. It should be enough for you to use for a year or so."

"Thank you."

"Don't be polite. Wait until China is over and come back. I'll arrange something new for you."

"Any new projects?"

"You'll definitely have it if you come."

"Since you said that, it seems I have to go."

"Then let's make it a deal."

After hanging up the phone, Eric walked out of the house.

In the living room, Joshua was on the phone, laughing as he spoke, and it was obvious that he was chatting with a woman.

I don’t know how this guy suddenly hooked up with a girl after only being away for two days.

"Joshua, who are you talking to?"

Joshua made a hushing gesture and waved his hand to signal him to leave quickly.

He shook his head and went to the garage. Instead of driving the Lamborghini, he drove an ordinary Chevrolet sedan.

The Lamborghini is still too eye-catching, and it can still attract attention even late at night.

The car drove all the way to Nicole's villa. It was already late at night. There had been no news about her recently. The paparazzi would come and hang around during the day but would have left by late at night.

Work is not a life-threatening job. You may not be able to take a useful photo even if you squat for ten days or half a month. What's the point?

A moment later, a pretty figure appeared. She was stunned for a moment when she saw the Chevrolet. Eric lowered the window and Nicole got in with a smile.

“Hmm.”

The first thing they do when they meet is a set of French kisses. Men are strange animals.

I had just done it less than a day ago, and after I finished it I entered Sage Time, so I thought that was it.

As a result, one day later, when your energy has recovered a little, lust will creep into your mind again, especially when you are facing different outstanding women.

"My little husband, you have become smarter. You even know how to change."

"Haha. Being with you all day, I have to be smart."

Nicole pecked Eric on the cheek again: "Didn't I suck your blood?"

"Excellent people learn from each other. This is called teaching and learning from each other."

"Then are you also absorbing things from others? Is that why your IQ increased so quickly?"

"No way, you are the only one in my heart. Don't listen to the rumors spread by the tabloids."

Not wanting to dwell on this topic, Eric stepped on the accelerator and started the car. Nicole cried out and fell backwards due to inertia.

"You're going to die, why are you so fierce?"

"Haven't I always been this fierce?"

"Hahaha, I really understand this. My dear husband, you always make me not have the energy to get out of bed."

"After the movie, I'll take you to a place where you'll happily stay in bed, not to mention getting up."

"Where?"

"You'll know when you get there. Let's finish watching the movie first."

Ten minutes later, Chevrolet arrived at a movie theater. What they wanted to watch was, of course, the midnight premiere of "The Purge".

As a low-budget movie, "The Purge" continues the consistent style of AK Films, with small investment and no big names.

On the AK Films side, apart from the company logo and the fact that director Anthony Ferrante had gained some fame due to "Sharknado", all other elements were unfamiliar to the audience.

There was no large-scale publicity beforehand, and the news was only announced on the official website of AK Films.

Not many people pay attention to AK Films, and most of them are fans of bad movies, so the premiere of "The Purge" is bound to be deserted. This time period is most suitable for big stars like Neeko who rarely show up in public to watch.

When you walk into the cinema, you will see different movie posters in the corridors, the most eye-catching ones are "The Matrix 2" and "Finding Nemo".

The second week of release of "The Matrix 2" is about to end, and the most intense box office period has passed.

Finding Nemo will not be released for another week and is currently in the pre-promotion stage, so Eric originally decided on this time point for the release.

AK Films has a week to build its reputation. As long as its reputation is built up, it will be able to compete with "Finding Nemo".

One is restricted to R level, and the other is G level for all ages. Their audiences are not the same group of people at all, so there is almost no conflict.

As for why they didn’t avoid Finding Nemo and postponed the release date.

Because there are a series of blockbusters in the summer season, including Jim Carrey's "Bruce Almighty" and Disney's "Pirates of the Caribbean".

Not only are the audiences conflicting, but who can you beat? Captain Jack Sparrow can kick you into the sea with one kick! At the end of the summer, Get Out will be released again, and Don't Breathe will be released at the end of September.

In October, MGM will release "Legally Blonde 2", and in November it will release the big production "Transformers".

"Sharknado 2" will continue to be scheduled for the Christmas season, and if nothing unexpected happens, "Sharknado" will be scheduled for Christmas every year to cultivate the audience's habits and expectations until the box office potential of the movie is completely exhausted.

At the same time, "Blue Is the Warmest Color" will be released in December. This time period was chosen in order to impact the Golden Globe Awards in January and the Oscars at the end of February.

Then "Saw 2" will be scheduled for January, and if nothing unexpected happens, it will also be in this time period in the future.

Therefore, scheduling "The Purge" on May 25th is the most appropriate time after considering many factors.

Looking back to last year, when the Cooper father and son just took over MGM, Eric waved his hand and directly cut most of the projects.

As a result, in the first half of this year, MGM had no works to show off. If it weren't for "Saw" barely holding it together, it would have been laughed at.

However, the Teng Snake sheds its skin, and now that the old skin has been shed, the Teng Snake will naturally transform into a dragon when it leaps up, and the lion will roar on the grassland again.

The latest novel is published first on Liu9shuba!

This is only the first year. Once more projects are launched next year, Eric will be given a full year schedule.

It will also appear to be increasingly insufficient, as self-competition and self-crushing are common in large companies.

Leaving Nicole waiting in the distance, Eric came to the front desk alone.

Both of them wore masks and hats, and even Neeko did a simple disguise.

"Two tickets for The Purge."

The ticket seller looked at him strangely: "Brother, do you need to wrap yourself up so tightly to watch a movie?"

"As for The Purge, I checked out the official website of AK Films. This is the way it looks."

The conductor shook his head speechlessly and handed over two tickets.

"What a brain-dead weirdo. Only this kind of lousy movie can attract this kind of idiot."

I was muttering to myself, but suddenly I realized that the woman dressed the same way had a great figure, and I felt a little jealous.

"Why can this idiot get a girlfriend with a Victoria's Secret body, but I have to stand here in the middle of the night selling tickets?"

"It's so unfair! If only there really was a plan to purge humans, I would shoot up all those rich people, starting with that stupid boss Malfoy! He actually deducted one hour's pay just because I was one minute late."

"Eh? Take a look at this movie 'The Purge', maybe it's not bad."

There were still more than ten minutes before the show started, so Eric and Nicole found a corner and sat down to wait.

Nicole picked up a piece of popcorn and fed it to Eric: "My little husband, it doesn't matter whether you wear a mask or not. Not many people know you anyway."

"What if? And maybe someone will covet my handsome looks."

"narcissism!"

Eric laughed and took off his mask to eat popcorn.

"Eric!"

As soon as I took it off, someone nearby recognized it.

He quickly pulled up his mask, turned his head and saw that it was Warren, then he breathed a sigh of relief.

"It's okay, my friend." He patted Nicole's hand and said comfortingly.

"Do you need me to take shelter?"

"Need not."

"Aren't you afraid that someone will tell your lover?"

"Don't worry, he doesn't dare!"

"Humph! So you really have a little lover, and you said I'm the only one in your heart!"

"Well"

At this time, another woman walked up to Warren and it seemed that the two were on a date.

Eric rubbed his eyes, and after careful confirmation, he looked at them in surprise: "Bema, you two?"

The woman was none other than Bema Hadi, the general manager of AK Films appointed by Eric.

At the last party, Warren said that he had a crush on Bemahadi, but he didn't expect that the two of them would actually get together.

Hearing someone calling his name, Bemahadi stared at him and said, "Boss!"

The two hurriedly walked to Eric's side: "Boss, why are you here?"

"What an idiotic question. What can I do in a cinema? Watch a movie, of course." Eric was speechless.

Pemahadi thought to himself, of course I know you want to watch a movie, I just want to know what's going on with this woman next to you.

She looked carefully. Even though Nicole was wearing a hat and a mask, her eyes were not covered. Coupled with her hair, she was still very easy to recognize from a close distance.

She pointed at Nicole in surprise: "You are Nicole."

Warren quickly covered her mouth. There were dozens of people around, and it would be bad if she shouted.

Eric motioned for the two to sit down: "Nico, say hello. Now that you've been recognized, there's no need to hide it."

The three of them shook hands with each other and became acquainted.

Eric looked at Warren and Bemahadi: "So, you two now..."

Warren patted his chest and said, "I took the initiative. We are serious about this."

Bemahadi was a little embarrassed. After all, this was an office romance and they were both senior executives of AK Films. It would be terrible if Eric misunderstood.

But she clearly underestimated Eric's heart and relationship with Warren.

“Congratulations!”

Eric gave his blessing earnestly.

Bemahadi's face lit up: "Thank you, boss!"

"You're welcome, but I need to do something for me. Keep a close eye on this guy Warren and make him lose weight. At least 50 pounds!"

"Haha. That's what I thought, too."

Warren's eyes darted back and forth between Eric and Nicole: "Are you guys dating?"

Neeko looked at Eric, who nodded: "Yes, watch The Purge. I haven't even seen the entire movie."

"It's not our fault. We invited you several times, but you were always busy."

Eric patted the two on the shoulders and said, "Because I believe in you, and of course, mainly I believe in Bema's ability."

Hahaha. "Let's go, it's time to check tickets." Nicole nudged him.

The two men stood up, and Eric looked at Warren: "Not together?"

"We've seen it too many times. We need to see something else."

(End of this chapter)