Please give me a monthly ticket and a recommendation ticket!

Matthew received a call from Harvey Weinstein during the filming of the Nine Pirate Kings. Harvey Weinstein bluntly said he wanted to meet him, but Matthew had already received a call from David Ellison before, and politely declined the invitation from Harvey Weinstein based on the busy filming of "Pirates of the Caribbean".

David Ellison made it clear on the phone that Harvey Weinstein wanted to win the distribution rights of "The Three Hundred Warriors of Sparta" because of "Sin City".

Although Weinstein Pictures has just been established, no one doubts Harvey Weinstein's ability. Weinstein Pictures must have the ability to release a film on a large scale.

But if you want to choose between Warner Bros. and Weinstein Pictures, I'm afraid most people will choose Warner Bros.

Matthew did not meet with Harvey Weinstein, but also to avoid the emergence of conflicts. He heard from the bearded Jack about David Ellison's meeting with Harvey Weinstein. Of course, David Ellison can do this, and he also has such capital.

But he is different. He is an actor after all. If he can avoid conflicts with bigwigs in the circle, he must avoid them as much as possible. It is not a wise choice to have conflicts with Harvey Weinstein.

Besides, he is really busy, and the crew of "Pirates of the Caribbean" is working overtime to shoot.

“You did it right.”

In the studio, while Matthew was resting during the shooting break, Helen Hermann came to him and said, "We can't give the distribution right to him just because Harvey Weinstein wants to get the distribution right. Harvey Weinstein is very powerful and has a huge influence in the circle. This can not only show his attitude, but also avoid the possibility of conflict."

Matthew nodded, "I can't think of a better way, either."

If he is a superstar, he can completely reject Harvey Weinstein directly in person. Even if Harvey Weinstein wants to do anything, the superstar's appeal and commercial value are enough to compete with him.

But at this stage, it is best to be more cautious when facing such big shots in the circle.

"Did he have a great influence on the commercial film industry?" asked Matthew.

"It's not as big as the independent film industry." Helen Hermann obviously has a special understanding of this aspect, "but it also has a certain influence. He has a good relationship with many producers and it is exaggerated to say that a phone call can determine the male and female protagonists of a certain project, but it is not too difficult to affect the choice and viewing of some producers."

She reminded Matthew, "Harvey Weinstein has been in Hollywood for more than 20 years. Since the mid-to-late 1990s, he has been a core member of the producers' league. Don't underestimate his strength."

Matthew knew very well that network of personal connections is also part of his strength.

Helen Herman continued, "As far as I know, Weinstein Pictures has no production plan this year. Harvey Weinstein's energy is mainly focused on finding and distributing films. He has a lot of time, and with the success of "Sin City", he probably won't give up easily."

"Don't worry." Matthew picked up the cup and sucked, and said, "I've been shooting for the past two months and I have a full schedule and I don't have time."

"You have to pay attention." Helen Hermann reminded, "The Hollywood circle is so big. If you really encounter him, try not to have conflicts and push all the problems on David Ellison's head."

Matthew nodded cautiously, "I know what to do."

Helen Herman was still a little worried, "Harvey Weinstein is used to bullying the weak, especially when facing actors."

Matthew frowned slightly, "Just because he fell in love with "The Three Hundred Warriors of Sparta", we have to give in without restrictions?"

Helen Hermann was also a little helpless, "He is the kind of overbearing among the big guys in the circle. If he likes you, he will give you a chance. That's the reason."

Matthew spread his hands and said, "Well, I hope I don't have such a chance."

Johnny Depp came over at this time, and Helen Herman finished the topic and said, "I'll go chat with Jerry Brookheimer."

"Go."

Matthew knew that Helen Hermann was discussing the sequel to "National Treasure" with Disney Pictures and Jerry Brookheimer Pictures recently, but it was not very smooth after several contacts. His 20+10 conditions were unacceptable, and his $15 million payment was also unacceptable.

The negotiations are currently in a stalemate. With Disney Pictures not wanting to give in and he is not short of work, this sequel project is very likely to be delayed for a long time.

Matthew was not in a hurry at all, and Disney Pictures was not in a hurry either. Negotiations of sequels like Hollywood could be negotiated for several years.

"I heard from Keira, you've had some trouble recently?" Johnny Depp sat in the chair next to Matthew. "Harvey Weinstein?"

"Yes." Matthew didn't need to lie to Depp, and said directly, "The attention of such a big shot is unbearable."

Johnny Depp showed a rare serious look and reminded, "Please pay more attention to Harvey Weinstein, he is famously domineering and difficult to deal with in the circle."

"I know." Matthew replied seriously, then joked, "Is it harder than you?"

"Me?" Johnny Depp pointed to himself. "Harvey Weinstein and I can't compare. At most, I'm a big shot. That guy really makes people behind the scenes."

Matthew put away his joke and said, "Don't worry, I won't mess with him."

Johnny Depp shrugged, "The problem is that he has come to you. With his domineering style of doing things in the past, he will not let go if he fails to achieve his goal."

After hearing Helen Hermann and Johnny Depp say this one after another, Matthew also realized that this Hollywood boss who had never met before was probably a domineering person who likes to bully the weak.

He had some headaches, "I'll hide."

In recent months, I have been staying at Disney Studios to film "Pirates of the Caribbean". Walt Disney has just swept Harvey Weinstein and Bob Weinstein out. I guess Harvey Weinstein will not directly find Disney Studios.

Johnny Depp said a few words to Matthew, and soon his scene started filming. He went to the set first. Matthew continued to sit here and wait. After putting on makeup, Kayla Knightley also came over.

"You didn't go to see Harvey Weinstein, did you?" Kayla Knightley asked with concern after sitting down.

"No." Matthew shook his head, "I declined his invitation on the grounds of nervous shooting."

Kayla Knightley was obviously relieved and said, "It's good if you didn't go." Then, she reminded, "Don't meet Harvey Weinstein in the hotel."

Matthew didn't quite understand, "I'm a man, not a woman."

"It's hard to say." Kayla Knightley has obviously heard rumors about Harvey Weinstein. "Harvey Weinstein may not be interested in women, but has he become interested in men? There are also producers in the circle who are both men and women."

"Kaila, I've made a lot of money." Matthew suddenly said something irrelevant, "Even if he doesn't do anything in the future, he will be a millionaire."

"What do you mean?" Kayla Knightley said dissatisfiedly, "Do you show it to me?"

Matthew shook his head and continued, "If anyone dares to do this to me." He pulled out the sword hanging around his waist and shook a sword flower, "I must put this thing behind him!"

Kayla Knightley is close to Matthew. He knew it was not a joke. After thinking about it, he said, "Harvey Weinstein is not ordinary domineering and stubborn. I heard Emma Thompson say that she rejected Harvey Weinstein at that time, and was still very firm. But even now, every time Harvey Weinstein goes to England, he calls her, wants to ask her out, and threatens her..."

Maybe it was involved with another British actress, Kayla Knightley stopped talking halfway.

Matthew did not ask in detail. The news he learned, coupled with the reactions of the people around him, was enough to tell what kind of person Harvey Weinstein was.

This also shows that his strategy is still correct, and he can always afford to be troubled.

After chatting with Kayla Knightley, an assistant director came to inform him that Matthew and Kayla Knightley also walked into the set and joined the filming.

Until mid-October, except for daily rest, Matthew was basically busy filming the two sequels of "Pirates of the Caribbean", and his role was almost as many as Johnny Depp.

As late October approached, "Mr. Smith" ended the screenings of North American theaters and completely withdrew from North American theaters. After more than five months of screening, the cumulative box office in North America reached US$275.2 million, which is definitely a huge success.

As this film was removed from the market, Matthew naturally climbed to the position of a first-line star among and outside the circle.

In addition, the overseas screening of "Mr. Smiths" is still in progress, but only more than a dozen small markets remain, and the overseas box office has exceeded US$250 million.

The global box office of the film reached $552.1 million.

No matter how you measure it, "Mr. Smith" is a hugely successful film in commercial terms.

Not only Matthew is the first-tier star, but Charlize Theron. She has the best actress Oscar, and the big hit of "Mr. Smiths", which is one of the few best actresses who have escaped from the Oscar curse in recent years.

Matthew and Charlize Theron have been in contact with him. Except for working hours, Charlize Theron spends most of his time in South Africa.
Chapter completed!