Hollywood What If

Chapter 34

Robert Shaye. Founder of New Line Cinema.

Harvey Weinstein and Bob Weinstein. The founders of Miramax.

Ronald Meyer. The CEO of Universal Studios. 

Terry Semel. The CEO of Warner Bros. 

Tom Rothman. The CEO of 20th Century Fox. 

Brad Grey. The CEO of Paramount Pictures. 

Michael Eisner. The chairman of Walt Disney. 

These people had one thing in common, they were all Jewish. 

Yes, these bosses of giant film companies in Hollywood were controlled by Jews. This fact could never be erased. Most people in Hollywood understand this very well. 

Right now, Kazir Grey was standing in front of these two big bosses. He announced that he was also a Jew, and they changed their minds about him. 

After what happened in World War II. After the tragedy that the Jewish people faced at that time, they started to stand up and build their empire. Maybe that was the reason why Jews helped each other. Especially those who were persecuted in the 1940s. 

So for the people who believe that the Holocaust didn't happen, all I can say is that they are fucking uneducated. 

If you believe that these tragedies never happen, you have to ask yourself if you're even a human being. 

"I get it, you're a Jew."

Terry Semel smiled as Tom Rothman nodded. 

"But that doesn't change the fact that we have to deal with you on a business basis."

"Indeed."

"Well, we will listen to you first. Kazir, how much do you want to sell the North American distribution of Napoleon Dynamite? If it's not unreasonable, I may be able to agree."

Terry Semel assured him. 

Kazir licked his lips. To be honest, he hadn't expected to meet these people all his life. He was just an ordinary person who loved to make movies. But now he was facing the big bosses of Hollywood. 

He took a deep breath. Even Salvatore Barlowe beside him was nervous. His future depended on Kazir's decision. 

"2.5 million dollars and 10% of the North American box office."

"Are you serious?"

"Yes."

Terry Semel and Tom Rothman looked at each other and chuckled. Indeed, everyone in this circle will fight for more money. 

"Kazir. I can tell you the truth, this offer is impossible. You don't have the ability to fight for such a condition. Instead, I can pay you $3 million for Napoleon Dynamite."

Terry Semel might have a good impression of Kazir, but this was business. He would never be lenient. 

After all, Jewish businessmen were known to be greedy people.

"I'll have to think about it," Kazir replied honestly.

Terry Semel's condition was not bad. At least it was much better than what the others were offering.

"Then I guess my time here is up. Kazir Grey, I look forward to working with you."

"I hope as well, Terry."

The two shook hands and Terry Semel stood up. 

Together with Producer Enrico Pusi, Terry Semel left the studio. 

"Enrico, contact Kazir later. If the negotiations with Tom Rothman fail, you can offer him $3.5 million. That's already my highest offer. If he asks for more, you can stop."

"Yes, sir."

Terry Semel got into the car and drove away. 

"Kazir Grey... Interesting."

Another director of Jewish descent. Terry Semel was glad to know him.

"Kazir. To be honest, you piqued my interest and I saw your three films. They are terrible." 

Tom Rothman's honest opinion made Kazir grin. 

"Thank you, Tom."

"$2.3 million and 5% of the North American box office. However, you can only get the 3% if the film grosses over $50 million. 5% if it exceeds $100 million. What do you think? Are you confident about your movie?"

Tom Rothman smiled and spread his arms. He wanted to see Kazir's reaction. 

Just as he expected, Kazir had a grin on his face when he heard his offer. 

'This man is insane. I don't know where he gets his confidence from. Maybe he is just hallucinating.'

"I agree." Without hesitation, Kazir nodded. 

Napoleon Dynamite had never grossed more than $50 million in its previous life. Now that he had changed the movie, Kazir decided to gamble. He felt stupid and excited at the same time. 

"Fine. But I have to be clear. We will only open about 12 theaters for Napoleon Dynamite in the first week. We need to test the market response before we expand the release of Napoleon Dynamite."

"I understand." 

This was a normal thing. Kazir had expected it. 

"It's good to work with you. I hope we will have a successful cooperation."

"Me too. Thank you, Tom."

When the negation was over, Salvatore Barlowe sighed. He had thought that Kazir would fight for more. 

In Salvatore's opinion, $2.3 million was a lot of money. After all, he would get $69 thousand for that amount. For a small agent like him, $69,000 was already his annual salary. 

The next day, Kazir's lawyer, Terrence Downey, read the contract before Kazir signed it. The contract stated everything Tom Rothman had promised. 

If the movie made over $50 million in North America, he would get 3%. 

If the movie made over $100 million in North America, he would get 5%. 

In addition, Kazir received $2.3 million in cash. In his entire life, Kazir had never touched such a large sum. 

Kazir was satisfied with the negotiation. 

Tom Rothman never attended the signing because he was busy. He sent Nancy Utley instead. 

It was already a miracle that a CEO like Tom Rothman had met him last time.

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"Sir," Enrico Pusi pursed his lips as he entered Terry Semel's office. 

"What's the news?"

"Kazir Grey has signed a deal with Fox Searchlight Pictures for $2.3 million and 5% of the box office with few conditions."

"I see," Terry Semel nodded. He already had an idea that Tom Rothman would agree. 

To be honest, that kind of condition was within his expectations. But Terry felt that Kazir didn't have the status to sign such a contract. 

"Either both of them are crazy, or one of them is."

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