Chapter 475 - 474: Dwayne The Rock Johnson Regrets It

Chapter 475: Chapter 474: Dwayne The Rock Johnson Regrets It

"Brendan Fraser, as the male lead of the film ’the mummy returns’, how would you evaluate the newly joined Dwayne Johnson, who plays the role of the scorpion king in this film?"

At this moment, the cast and crew of the movie ’the mummy returns’, which had just landed in the North American theatrical market, were promoting the film on a variety talk show on BBC.

In the recording studio...

There were the film’s male lead Brendan Fraser, female lead Rachel Weisz, director Stephen Sommers, and the actor playing the scorpion king, Dwayne Johnson.

Only these four people!

As for the actors playing the second male lead, Arnold Vosloo, and the third male lead, John Hannah, and other major supporting roles in ’the mummy returns’, they were not part of the main force for this promotion at all.

Look at Dwayne Johnson again.

the scorpion king character he played appeared for less than 7 minutes, and his screen time was completely incomparable to the second and third male leads.

However... whether it was director Stephen Sommers or Universal Pictures’ senior producers James Jacks and Sean Daniel, they were all incredibly optimistic about Johnson’s future.

Even the executives at Universal Pictures intended to train Johnson!

’Fast & Furious 5’, ’Fast & Furious 6’, ’Jumanji 1’, ’Jumanji 2’... these well-known films would all be future collaborations between Johnson and Universal Pictures.

It’s no exaggeration to say that Johnson was practically Universal Pictures’ golden boy!

This relationship... these resources... tsk tsk, it’s enough to make all Hollywood actors green with envy!

"Oh, you’re asking me about Johnson’s performance?"

When the host asked this, Brendan Fraser, a veteran in Hollywood, naturally understood that the production company was heavily promoting Dwayne The Rock Johnson.

He immediately replied with a smile: "He is absolutely an extremely talented actor. Although he doesn’t come from a professional acting background, during this collaboration,

I saw his brilliance many times. I believe he will achieve success in Hollywood in the future. Yes, great success."

The female host said in surprise: "Oh, really?"

"Of course, I am very certain." Brendan nodded heavily.

Then, the female host looked at the tall and somewhat honest-looking Johnson with a look of surprise.

Seeing this, Johnson immediately said: "It’s not that exaggerated. I’m a newcomer to Hollywood and still have many areas to improve. During the filming of ’the mummy returns’, Director Sommers, Producer Mr. Jacks, and Mr. Daniel, as well as Brendan, all gave me a lot of help. I am very grateful to them."

Modest~

Likable~

These two personas were established in just a few words.

The well-known Hollywood director Stephen Sommers said: "The reason I chose Johnson to play the scorpion king was not only because of his tall stature but mainly because he works hard enough. He is always thirsty for knowledge. I am very optimistic about his future."

The ’hardworking’ label?

Building a persona in the entertainment industry is sometimes just that simple.

At the same time.

Dwayne Johnson’s uncle, Bach Johnson, and Universal Pictures producer James Jacks were currently backstage at the program recording.

"Bach, how is it?"

"I promised you that as long as Johnson abandons Page Pictures and turns to the embrace of our Universal Pictures, I guarantee Johnson can quickly become a Hollywood star."

"Trust me, after this episode airs and after the movie ’the mummy returns’ is released, Johnson will definitely become famous overnight."

Producer James Jacks raised his chin slightly, looking very proud and boastful.

Bach Johnson nodded repeatedly.

Bach said gratefully: "Our Dwayne Johnson has met a benefactor. I also believe that with the help of Universal Pictures, he will definitely stand out. He will achieve even greater success than he did in the field of sports."

Jacks laughed: "Rest assured. This is just the beginning. I said that after this period passes, I will promote Johnson to be the male lead of ’the scorpion king’ movie. At that time, he will truly become a superstar."

From an extra to a supporting actor;

From a supporting actor to a lead;

And even getting the full support of Universal Pictures!

Tsk tsk, this kind of resource is something countless Hollywood actors dream of.

How lucky is Dwayne Johnson, known as ’The Rock’! Of course, all of this is inseparable from the step-by-step promotion by his uncle Bach Johnson behind the scenes.

"Abandoning Page Pictures, turning to Universal Pictures, and completely cutting ties, even if it’s criticized?"

"Heh, what does that matter?!"

"Universal Pictures is one of The Big Six of Hollywood, and its parent company is the famous French water company Vivendi Group. Well, Vivendi is even a hegemon in the gaming field."

"Anyone who isn’t a fool knows that Universal Pictures is much more powerful than Page Pictures!"

"Besides, it’s hard to say whether Page Pictures, which is currently a target of public criticism, can survive the suppression and exclusion of The Big Six."

"Avoiding disaster and seeking safety is human nature. There’s no issue of whether it’s criticized or not!"

In just a dozen seconds, Bach Johnson’s mind was filled with countless thoughts.

He felt that leaving Page Pictures and turning to Universal Pictures was an incredibly correct choice, and he was even proud of it.

Ring ring ring~

Just then, the phone in Bach Johnson’s pocket rang.

"Hmm?"

"It’s not my phone, it’s Johnson’s (The Rock’s) phone."

Bach didn’t think much of it and answered the phone. After all, anyone who had his nephew’s phone number must be an acquaintance.

"Hello, this is Dwayne Johnson’s phone. I am his assistant, Bach Johnson," Bach said in a polite tone.

"Oh? Dwayne isn’t here? You are Uncle Bach? I’m Meng Aili!" a voice came over the phone.

Bach’s brow furrowed instantly.

He knew Meng Aili.

Meng Aili and Dwayne Johnson were from the same hometown and were elementary school classmates; they had a good relationship. Furthermore, Meng Aili was a prop master at Page Pictures, a somewhat famous one.

"Dwayne is recording a show. Do you have something to say? I’ll pass it on to him," Bach said.

"..."

The other end of the phone was silent for a few seconds.

"Hello, hello? Meng Aili, are you still there?" Bach asked in confusion.

Only then did Meng Aili say slowly: "Uncle Bach, let me tell you some news. I was just at Kyle No. 1 Filming Base and accidentally overheard a conversation between producer Tucker and Mr. Kyle Page... He originally intended to cultivate Johnson... an important role in the ’Fast & Furious’ series..."

The call ended.

The sudden news caught the usually confident Bach Johnson off guard!

"This, this, this... how can this be?"

Bach murmured.

Although he often said that Page Pictures was failing, he also knew very well the strength of Page Pictures in making stars.

To name just a few, Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson, and more than a dozen other actors and actresses were all turned into stars by Page Pictures.

"The movie ’Fast & Furious’ was able to get Kyle Page to visit the filming site personally, which shows how much importance he attaches to the film."

"Maybe... my making Dwayne turn to Universal Pictures was a wrong decision."

For a moment, Bach couldn’t help but feel a bit lost and regretful.

"What’s wrong? After answering the phone, you look so dejected?" Universal producer Jacks frowned.

Bach forced a smile.

Could I tell you?

It wasn’t until the ’Fast & Furious’ movie series became a massive hit that Bach knew he was completely wrong.

And Dwayne Johnson himself regretted it more than once.

He had missed a gold mine!