Capítulo 611: Chapter 611: Become the Focus!
Location: Ritz-Carlton Hotel, New York.
Alexandrovich slipped into the costume he'd brought and entered the conference room, clad in a bright red military uniform and a two-cornered military cap. Despite his diminutive stature, his appearance exuded a natural charm that elicited amusement without uttering a word.
Marius surveyed him and exclaimed, "Impressive! This is it, this is the vibe. Stand here, it's a spectacle!"
With a grin, Alexandrovich beckoned to the door, "Orina, come on in."
Through the doorway sauntered a woman in a blond curly wig and a European-style palace skirt—Olena, Alexandrovich's fiancée.
She donned high heels, towering over Alexandrovich, and sported exaggerated makeup and padding to augment her stature.
Marius inquired, "Are you both prepared? Our entry into the American market hinges on this. Success or failure rides on your performance!"
Alexandrovich assured, "Olena and I have rehearsed extensively in private. We're ready."
Marius nodded gravely, "Our Hollywood prospects depend on your portrayal."
Taking Olena by the shoulders, Alexandrovich emphasized, "Remember, you're not just a woman. You're portraying a male cross-dresser outwardly appearing female."
Olena nodded resolutely, "Rest assured, I've had acting experience."
A voice from the door interrupted, "Martin is here."
Marius hastened to the entrance, instructing the pair, "Quick, get into position."
Adjusting their demeanors, Alexandrovich and Olena seated themselves on the floor, immersing into character.
Martin and Louise arrived together, greeted by a peculiar middle-aged man at the crew conference room's entrance.
Introducing himself as Marius from Russia, he ushered them inside.
As Martin and Louise entered, they observed Alexandrovich, whom they recognized, and a woman in bizarre makeup—clearly putting on a performance.
Donning his two-cornered hat, Alexandrovich resembled a love-struck youth, scurrying on all fours and scaling Olena's leg with two fingers.
Olena swatted his hand away, but it persisted, eventually landing on her thigh.
Suddenly, Alexandrovich leaped onto Olena, simulating a scuffle rather than an embrace.
Moments later, Olena ensnared Alexandrovich in a headlock, eliciting bizarre yet comedic expressions.
Initially puzzled, Martin realized the absurdity of the scene—Alexandrovich portraying Napoleon and Olena as the villain. It struck him as oddly amusing.
Humor, he mused, was indeed subjective.
While American comedy elicited laughter from Louise, Elizabeth, and others, Martin found it harder to crack a smile.
Location: Ritz-Carlton Hotel, New York.
Martin observed, "Jim Carrey's comedy was alright, but he seemed to miss the mark with The Bad Guys."
Louise chimed in, "It's intriguing, though."
Martin nodded in agreement.
As Alexandrovich and Olina concluded their performance, they rose from the floor and bowed to Martin and Louise, akin to actors taking a curtain call.
Approaching them, Martin greeted, "Welcome to New York, Alessandro."
"It's an unforgettable honor to receive your invitation," Alexandrovich replied earnestly, introducing his fiancée, Olena, to Martin.
Marius, their partner and the screenwriter-director of "Napoleon Beauty," also greeted Martin.
Shaking hands with both men, Martin's attention briefly shifted to Bruce in the corner, observing Olena with keen interest, noting her fiancée status.
Nodding at Alexandrovich, Martin remarked, "Your portrayal of Napoleon is quite unique. It's a refreshing take."
Alexandrovich, adept in comedy, smiled flatteringly, "The contrast may enhance the comedic effect. Larger-than-life figures like Napoleon engaging in absurd actions amplify the comedic contrast."
As Olena removed her wig, revealing cascading blond locks, she awaited Martin's appraisal.
Marius interjected, "Regarding the script, we can tailor the story and character backgrounds to your specifications. We could introduce a plotline involving Napoleon and the British, such as British attempts to hinder Napoleon's advances through seduction before the Battle of Leipzig or Waterloo."
Expressing his disdain for the French and British, Marius joked, "A British gentleman disguised as a woman seducing Emperor Napoleon—an amusing premise indeed."
Turning to Martin, Alexandrovich offered, "If you have any ideas, feel free to share. We'll incorporate them into the script."
Concerned about her fiancé's eagerness to please, Olena couldn't help but feel a twinge of discomfort. Alexandrovich seemed solely focused on securing Martin's support, disregarding artistic integrity.
Opting for pragmatism, Martin declared, "The British and French settings will remain unchanged. You'll handle the rest."
Louise, aware of her impending departure, turned to Martin, inquiring, "Shall I bring them to Los Angeles tomorrow? Thomas and Jessica can discuss the specifics."
Martin nodded, "Yes, please do."
Eager and elated, Alexandrovich and Marius exchanged a celebratory high-five and kiss with Olena.
With dreams of Hollywood beckoning, Alexandrovich's excitement overflowed, convinced of their imminent success.
Glancing at his watch, Martin suggested, "It's late. You've been traveling since your flight. Why don't you rest? Are the rooms arranged?"
Alexandrovich assured, "Everything's taken care of."
"Rest up. We'll discuss further in Los Angeles," Martin concluded.
As Alexandrovich and his companions exited, Olena reassured him, "You're not lying to me, are you? Our future truly lies in Hollywood."
Observing Martin's demeanor, Olena nodded affirmatively, "You've done well, my dear."
Marius echoed her sentiment, acknowledging Alexandrovich's boldness, "Without your courage, we wouldn't have this opportunity."
Determined and resolute, Alexandrovich proclaimed, "I will capture the world's attention!"
As Martin and Louise remained in the conference room, plans and possibilities swirled in the air, promising new ventures and endeavors yet to unfold.
Louise's curiosity piqued, "Where did you unearth this gem? It's quite intriguing."
"A Ukrainian actor," Martin replied bluntly. "The crew of 'Inception' stumbled upon him during the premiere in Paris."
Louise raised an eyebrow, "A film like that could stir up some controversy with the French media."
Martin shrugged nonchalantly, "I'm confident the French will comprehend."
"But are you comfortable having a Russian film depict the French and British?" Louise probed.
Martin dismissed her concerns, "Why not? The French have depicted Russians, the British have too, and even Americans have. Take 'At the Gate' for instance—a French director led a team of British creators in depicting the former Soviet Union and Germans. Its content should be on par with Alessandro's portrayal of Napoleon."
Louise was taken aback, "Is there something amiss with 'At the Wall'?"
Martin sidestepped the inquiry, sensing the complexity of the topic. Instead, he redirected the conversation, "Let's grab dinner. I'm famished."
Undeterred, Louise persisted, "Are you certain you'll secure investment and distribution?"
Martin reassured her, "We're on the verge of finalizing a long-term distribution deal with Disney Pictures. If Disney doesn't bite, we'll explore Netflix. As for investment, I'm confident Mr. Wu Maoting will show interest. The budget won't exceed $5 million."
He added, "Given Wu Maoting's previous investment in 'Romantic Trouble,' securing funds won't be an issue. A simple conversation with him will seal the deal."
Impressed, Louise nodded, "You've covered all the bases. Let's hope they deliver comedy up to par."
Martin pondered the potential of Alexandrovich, a talented actor from his past life. Could he replicate his success as a comedian in America?
The following morning, as Louise departed for Los Angeles, she brought Alexandrovich and Marius along.
Yesterday's media buzz would only escalate, given the sequel's status as a blockbuster.
"'John Wick 2' in production—Martin Davis returns to the screen armed and dangerous!"
"The man who sought vengeance for his dog is back!"
"'John Wick' sequel—Martin Davis sets the bar for action-packed gunfights in New York."
The crew unveiled the first poster for "John Wick 2."
On it, Martin's character Jonathan navigated the darkened streets, gun in hand, his face marred with battle scars and his hair tousled—a testament to the impending confrontation. Below, blood-red text proclaimed Jonathan's solitary battle against the world's deadliest assassins, promising a showdown of epic proportions.
Each letter seemed to drip with blood, hinting at the violence to come.
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