Entering the Kodak Theater, it was almost time for Nanaya to watch.
So he didn't go to the VIP room to chat with anyone, but went straight into the award hall.
Walking along the long corridor, Nanaya looked for the location of the "Purgatory Flame" crew.
Just as Nanaya was looking for a seat, a completely unfamiliar voice sounded next to him.
"Director Nanaya Kiryu."
Hearing someone calling him, Nanaya subconsciously looked in the direction where the voice came from.
Then Nanaya discovered that there was a man of similar age sitting behind him, one or two rows to the left from where he was currently sitting.
Nanaya was stunned for a moment, then he gave a formal smile.
"Good evening, Mr. Murdoch."
The other party was James Murdoch, the "brainless rich second generation" as described by his female boss.
The man stood up and took the initiative to extend his hand to shake hands with Nanaya, as if they were old friends.
Nanaya hesitated for a moment, but finally decided to simply shake hands with the other party.
It is difficult for outsiders to tell who is right and who is wrong in the feud between Murdoch Jr. and Shion.
Although it was Murdoch Jr. who provoked first, Shion's subsequent actions went far beyond a verbal dispute.
If we really look at the matter objectively, both sides are responsible for the conflict between Shion and Murdoch Jr.
But Nanaya is no longer a child, and he knows very well that "people can never make choices based solely on morality."
So Nanaya never thought of acting as a peacemaker and trying to reconcile the two.
Compared to the stranger in front of him, Nanaya cares more about Shion's feelings.
After all, he and Shion have been in a relationship for nearly ten years, which is beyond the relationship between subordinates and superiors. They are so good that they can even sleep in the same bed.
So, since Shion is planning to take action against little Murdoch.
In addition to raising his hands and cheering, Nanaya also wanted to kick the man in the ass to make his death more ugly.
But young Murdoch is in the media business after all. Even though he could see that Nanaya's attitude towards him was not friendly, he still acted very enthusiastic.
"I heard that Director Kiryu's new movie is about to be released?"
Little Murdoch asked with a smile.
"It's still early. It will take at least a long time." Nanaya replied casually.
He had no intention of lying about this, as his crew was next door to the "Avatar" crew.
Because they discussed the application of special effects technology with Cameron all day long, the crews on both sides were well aware of each other's production progress.
Nanaya simply didn't believe that no one in the "Avatar" crew reported the progress of their film production to Fox.
"Director Kiryu, are you interested in having Fox distribute the film after it's finished?"
After hearing what Murdoch said, Nanaya looked at him with an expression of "Are you kidding me?"
Let's not talk about the relationship between Nanaya and Washimine for now. Madoka Magica and Washimine have already signed a relevant distribution agreement.
"I'm sorry, I've already handed over the distribution of Madoka Magica to Washimine Entertainment."
Even though it was nonsense, Nanaya still told it to little Murdoch.
"That's a pity."
Murdoch Jr. smiled and continued, "So is Director Kiryu interested in working with Fox?"
Hearing the other party's relaxed tone, Nanayata frowned slightly.
He could clearly feel that this was the other party's real purpose.
"I am a shareholder of Washimine."
Nanaya mentioned it vaguely.
"But as a director, Director Kiryu, you are still a freelancer, right?"
Murdoch Jr. seemed to be very sincere and said: "I am preparing a King Arthur project here, and I think you are the most suitable person in Hollywood."
Nanaya pretended to be confused and asked, "I remember Fox already has a partner for that project, right?"
"I've been fired. After all, the filming concept is not in line with mine."
Little Murdoch said this very naturally, and his tone sounded as if he was doing something as a matter of course.
"That's a pity." Nanaya said with a look of regret, "I was actually quite optimistic about the series "King Arthur and Lancelot". It's a pity that Washimine lost to Fox in the competition."
Murdoch Jr. said very kindly: "In that case, Director Kiryu should be in charge of this project."
Nanaya showed an expression of some interest, and just when he was about to say a few more words, someone interrupted their conversation.
"Nanaya, why didn't I see you at your seat? Turns out you were chatting with Senior Murdoch."
Shion came over and took the initiative to separate the two of them.
"What are you talking about?"
Shion asked warily.
"Just chatting..."
"We were chatting about collaborating on a film project."
Before Nanaya could finish, little Murdoch spoke first.
"Director Kiryu is interested in taking over Fox's King Arthur project."
Hearing what little Murdoch said, Shion frowned visibly.
"That project..." Shion said angrily, "Didn't I tell you that if you really want to shoot it, you can just write a new script. Anyway, there is no copyright for the story of King Arthur."
"But two movies with similar themes in a short period of time will still conflict, right?"
Nanaya seemed a little hesitant.
"Didn't Fox fire David Dokins?" Shion looked at Murdoch Jr. mockingly. "Since they've given up on this project, we can just create one ourselves."
"I'm afraid not, my junior."
Little Murdoch's eyes narrowed. "Although David Dokin has left, since Fox has already started this project, there is no reason to stop. Otherwise, why would I invite Director Kiryu?"
Shion said with disgust: "Nanaya is mine! He has nothing to do with you Fox."
The friendly expression on Little Murdoch's face disappeared, and he said to Shion in a commanding tone with pride:
"Director Kiryu does work closely with Washimine, but as a director, isn't he free?"
"This has nothing to do with you." Shion looked at Nanaya with a warning look, "You haven't forgotten the contract between us, have you?"
Nanaya sighed, scratched his head and said to Murdoch, "I'm sorry, Mr. Murdoch. According to the equity exchange agreement between Washimine and me, I have to shoot at least 4 movies for Washimine before I can cooperate with other film companies."
"Really? Then Fox can only look for other partners."
"It's the only way." Nanaya said with a wry smile, "If Fox can really complete this project, then I guess there will be no market for the big-budget King Arthur-themed works in the past five years."
[This is true whether you succeed or fail.]
Nanaya did not say the second half of the sentence.
He smiled again: "Well, I'll take my leave first. Mr. Murdoch, I wish you a great harvest tonight."
"I hope so. Slumdog Millionaire is an Indian film after all."
Although Murdoch Jr. spoke very modestly, there was a gleam of pride in his eyes.
The movie "Slumdog Millionaire" was specially produced by Fox for this year's awards season.
Otherwise, why was the movie released on December 25 last year?
Except for a few movies that are released during this period for the Christmas season, most of the movies released during this period are released for award-winning films.
And "Slumdog Millionaire" did not disappoint Fox. The film has swept most of the award season, except for the Oscars.
"I'm sure Fox will not be disappointed tonight."
After leaving these words, Nanaya and Shion left.
Little Murdoch glanced at Nanaya's back and said nothing more.
But at this time his eyes had become contemptuous.
Although meeting Nanaya just now was an accident, this temporary test was not without gain.
Although Nanaya's attitude towards him was not very good at the beginning, he still attached great importance to the King Arthur project.
This news was enough for him.
Due to various reasons including filming concept and investment scale, David Dobkin finally parted ways with Fox last month.
After David Dobkin left, Murdoch Jr. once doubted the correctness of this project.
But judging from Kiryu Nanaya's attitude just now, there is no problem with this project itself.
Otherwise, the other party would not be moved after hearing what you say.
As for asking Nanaya Kiryu to direct this project, Murdoch Jr. had never thought about it.
Of course, it would be nice if we could trick Nanaya out of Washimine.
But he would just kick out the Japanese who jumped to Fox.
All Asians are not to be trusted.
This has become a deeply rooted idea in Murdoch Jr.
"Jim, restart the King Arthur project when you get back, and find a new director for the project as soon as possible."
After sitting back in his seat, Murdoch Jr. said to the Fox president beside him.
"Is everything ok?"
Jim Ganopoulos didn't seem very confident.
Little Murdoch said confidently: "It's okay, I have already tested the other side."
[Do you also call that a test? ]
If it weren't for the other person's identity, Jim Ganopoulos would definitely have asked this question.
But little Murdoch's attention was no longer on Jim. He was looking at Nanaya and Shion who were already seated.
Secretly guessing the relationship between the two people.
Originally, Murdoch Jr. thought that the couple must be having an affair, but judging from the attitude of both parties in their communication, it seemed that was not the case.
The tone that Washimine Shion used just now, that of a superior to a subordinate, clearly did not place Kiryu Nanaya on an equal footing.
[That's true. After all, the Japanese have a strict sense of class. A poor boy will always be a poor boy. How could that woman be attracted to such a shabby guy? I was overthinking it.]
Murdoch Jr. leaned his head against the back of his chair and waited for the award ceremony to begin.
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On the other side, Nanaya, who had already sat down, asked Shion in a low voice: "Do you think this is enough?"
"Don't worry, that guy is an idiot."
Shion answered with certainty: "That guy is an idiot. Since you have expressed your interest in the project, he will definitely stick to it."
At this point, Shion looked at Nanaya with some suspicion: "But, are you sure that this project will lose money?"
"Of course I will. You have to have faith in my invincible intuition."
Nanaya acted as if "everything is under my control".
[As long as Fox doesn't find the wrong buyer. ]
Nanaya muttered silently in his heart.