Jeff Spencer, head of Phoenix Studios contacted Alex when he was preparing for the role of Billy Elliot.
"What's the matter Jeff ?" Alex asked sipping the orange juice after an intense ballet session.
Jeff was a 40 year-old middle aged man married with two kids. He was hardworking and loyal. "Alex, I read a script that I thought brilliant but was rejected by other studios."
"They are not always right, Jeff. If you think its a good script then you have to worry about only my opinion." Alex said with a touch of arrogance in his voice." So, what's the name of the script ?"
"Well, it's about a a cyborg assassin sent back in time from 2029 to 1984 to kill a woman, whose son will one day become a savior against machines in a post-apocalyptic future. The script is named 'The Terminator'"
Aex was excited hearing each word from Jeff but he hid hi excitement and asked "Who's the writer ?"
"A fellow named James Cameron, he directed 'Piranha II' which was a disaster. He wants to direct this film, which is my major concern." Jeff expressed his concerns to Alex.
Alex doesn't have any doubts about James Cameron's ability as director. "Jeff, arrange a meeting witth him ?"
Jeff nodded and had gone to do just that.
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"Mr. Cameron, stop! You don't have to convince me anymore. I came because I already made my decision to produce your film." Alex said putting a stop to non-stop talk.
"Well,I...Thank you Alex. You won't regret your decision." James couldn't contain his excitement.
"I hope so. Now, to the important matters. How much will it cost me ?"
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"$5 million." James said without any hesitation.
Alex didn't believe him. James has the notorious reputation for going over the budget. "Don't make me laugh James."
James' expression stiffened. "Do you think it's unnecessary ?"
Alex shook his head "That's not what I meant. You know how much it cost for my last movie 'Lucas'. $4 million. But what you are going to make is a sci-fi film. Do you really think that's enough ?"
James understood his words "You mean....?"
"$10 million. That's your budget. Don't make me regret."
"Yes, yes." James was excited and made a promise to himself that won't make Alex regret his decision.
"Contact the person in this number. She will be the producer of this film." Alex said giving him a contact number. The name of that person is Gale Anne Hurd, original producer of this film and later James Cameron's wife. She was working in the Phoenix studies as Jeff hired her.
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Kim's film "Mr. Mom" was released and grossed $5 million in the opening weekend, which was way above the expectations. "Lucas" was faring well in it's fourth weekend grossing $3 million for a total domestic gross of $32 million. In Europe, the paradise for art films, Lucas got a good response because of it's artistic tone in addition to Alex's charm. In the foreign territories it grossed $18 million for the worldwide total of $50 million. Though it's well below Alex's previous films, considering the subject of the film, it's a big success.
Alfred Pendleton was a quiet man. He was an Ex-SEAL and did many tours. Alfred was now working as Alex's bodyguard. Right now he was teaching Alex how to use a gun. Alex learned from his master every weapon has its merit but he never used the gun. Alex was now a public figure and he will face malice and jealousy of others. So, Kim and Alex are taking shooting lessons to protect themselves. Though Alex said he doesn't need them Kim insisted.
Anyway it's a nice practice for his roles in future films. His company Costco. now had 120,000 members and still joining. Alex gained a total of 3.6% shares in Walmart making him one of the key shareholders. Alex invested another $4 million in the Microsoft. Alex was waiting for the day to cash on his investment.
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