Chapter 61: DreamWorks Pictures and the First Film

  On August 5, 1962, Monroe's body was found in her home lying nude on her bed, the cause of death was an overdose of barbiturates.

  But many people suspect that this thing is likely to be related to the Kennedy brothers...

  Catherine didn't remember what Marilyn died of, but when she heard the news, Catherine was still shocked.

  But soon, a more practical thing made her put all her experience into it - "Dream Factory Film Company" was about to be established!

  Hohman didn't plan on going back to Hollywood but gave Catherine enough information.

  So Catherine's company was all settled by early August.

  After the company was founded, Catherine began planning her first film - the Radiation series.

  Catherine did not intend to adapt Fallout into a film but instead started writing a script set in the entire post-apocalyptic world.

  But Catherine soon realized that what she was about to do was a major undertaking.

  Catherine now has enough usable funds flowing in at around $10 million.

  But Catherine realized that the funds seemed still insufficient...

  But soon, Kayseri's eyes lit up. She thought of a way -

  Come on!

  In Fallout, there is a very famous comic book and an even more famous Quantum Cola.

  What if this comic book's publisher were Marvel Comics in the United States? What if Quantum Cola's manufacturer were Coca-Cola Company instead?

  It's obvious that after the movie is broadcast, the sales of these two products will increase greatly! At least, their popularity will rise sharply!

  Of course, if you really want to put your own products in a movie, then bring out the money...

  In the US, movie product placement has become a fairly established rule. Catherine's "Radiance" is selling well and she has already made a low-cost film that grossed tens of millions of dollars. While it can't be said to guarantee box office success, getting sponsorship fees should still be relatively easy.

  In fact, although the "Radiation" series has been a bestseller, it will probably still take some time to truly gain popularity. For now, people just view this as science fiction.

  However, from another perspective, people's unease about nuclear war is also a driving force for them to read this book, and many are worried about their own future.

  The Cuban Missile Crisis would have intensified this kind of thinking among people today.

  After all, it's the Cold War now.

  The negotiations with Coca-Cola didn't take long - they were already familiar with each other. However, for Quantum Cola, which would be mentioned throughout the article, Catherine was a lion opening her mouth wide, wanting $8 million. But Coca-Cola wasn't stupid either, and both sides dragged on this issue for a long time.

  This thing was finally left to Bruce.

  Nowadays Bruce is like a versatile handyman, wherever there's a shortage, he'll go there.

  Finally, the contract was finalized. Coca-Cola would pay $3 million in sponsorship fees upfront. If the box office exceeded $10 million, they would pay an additional $2 million. When the box office exceeded $25 million, they would pay another $2 million.

  Although it can't be called sending charcoal in snow, adding flowers to brocade is still pretty good.

  Then came Marvel Comics; Catherine found DC Comics and Marvel Comics, then had them bid.

  Although Marvel Comics only got $1 million in sponsorship fees, it's better than nothing.

  Of course, it's not just Coca-Cola and Marvel Comics. There will be a lot of "pre-war" scenery in the film, so it was easy for Catherine to find sponsors.

  In any case, Catherine finally raised $10 million in funding, bringing the total to $20 million.

  Having money is just the beginning; being an actor comes next.

  The first lead, Catherine chose "the sexiest man in the world" - Sean Connery.

  At that time, Sean Connery had just finished filming 007 and was temporarily free, so it was easy to find him. Moreover, the era of Hollywood superstars had not yet arrived, and actors' salaries were still very low, while the costs opened by Catherine were already quite high.

  Sean Connery agreed readily.

  Signed Sean Connery, Catherine went on to find the second male lead.

  She was going to find Morgan Freeman.

  Morgan Freeman, also the future famous protagonist of "The Shawshank Redemption", has been nominated for six Oscars and won Best Supporting Actor.

  But at this age, he is still performing in stage plays.

  Feynman moved to Los Angeles in the early 1960s and worked at Los Angeles Community College. During this time, he also lived in New York and was a dancer at the 1964 New York World's Fair - now held every two years.

  In 1967, Morgan Freeman made his Broadway debut in the all-black version of "Hello, Dolly!", and then went on to tour with various stage productions, including musicals, contemporary plays, and classical Shakespearean dramas. After making a name for himself on Broadway, Freeman transitioned to television in 1971, playing the character "Easy Reader" in an educational children's show on American public television. During this period, he also appeared in his first leading film role in "Who Says I Can't Ride a Rainbow!". However, throughout the 1970s, Freeman's work was scattered and sporadic, with roles that lacked depth and impact, failing to fully utilize his talent and yield any notable success.

  Moreover, this Morgan Freeman is a rather wise man who has publicly opposed the celebration of Black History and will not participate in any related activities.

  What is known as Black History Month is every February, to show respect for African American history and praise the contributions that blacks have made to American culture and political life.

  But he said, "I don't want a Black History Month. Black history is American history." Morgan Freeman believes the only way to end racism is to stop talking about it, and also notes that there's no such thing as a "White History Month".

  Morgan Freeman also once said that famous line: "I'll stop calling you white and I want you to stop calling me black."

  Catherine was looking for him to be the second male lead in her "Wasteland".

  After reaching out to Los Angeles Community College, Catherine quickly obtained Freeman's contact information and soon got in touch with him.

  When Freeman heard that Kathleen was going to make a film on her own, he was quite surprised. At this time, Morgan Freeman, who was over 20 years old, had not yet made his first film "Driving Miss Daisy" in 1964, but he only played a guest role. Now someone asked him to star in a movie? As the leading actor?

  Freeman had seen the astonishing Blair Witch, and he was also vaguely aware of the 13-year-old girl who was said to have created a box office miracle. He knew she was already a multimillionaire, but he had no idea that she was now making movies, or that she would be coming after him.

  Moreover, Freeman is black.

  At this age, who would look for a black actor?

  In the eyes of most people, what are blacks? Villains! Box office poison!

  Moreover, although Freeman's dream was to go to Broadway and make movies, ... how could such a thing happen to oneself?

  Freeman was stunned by this sudden cake from the sky, but he felt that he still couldn't give up on this opportunity, and finally agreed happily.

  Although blacks may not be allowed, Catherine's idea is different. In fact, by the time this film is shot, it may not be released until 1964 or 1965.

  At that time, anti-racism and anti-war thought were impacting American society.

  More importantly, at that time, it was when the hippie movement rose to its peak.

  The third male lead Catherine was looking for is Bruce Lee...

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