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Chapter 177 The Father of Documentary Flaherty Appears!

The air was shaking in the room. The shaking was something I had never seen from the Executive Board before. My faces were red due to excitement. As soon as Hayes walked onto the stage, before he could speak, he was covered by applause.

"This is the second time I have watched this movie, and some of you have watched it for the second time, but I feel the same as you, I am still excited and excited, and I am overwhelmed by a strange feeling. Another masterpiece of Mr. Corleon!" Hayes looked at me, led all the staff of the Codex Execution Bureau and turned around and applauded me.

I stood up and bowed to them again and again.

Grant pulled me to the podium in front and began his review statistics work.

"Next, DreamWorks Film Company Andre Ticket!" Grant looked at everyone with a smile, his expression on his face was completely different from when Sister Sando was there in this room.

Not only him, I think that both Hayes and me, and all the executive board personnel in this room were in a different mood than before. The sudden enlightenment and openness are pleasant.

In this small room, the old woman's disappearance became full of spring.

"I think Mr. Corleon's work can be brought to the screen and met with the audience intact!" Hayes was the first to express his opinion.

There was another burst of applause in the room.

Grant signaled everyone to be quiet, and then said calmly: "I completely agree with Mr. Hayes!"

"I agree!"

"I agree!"

...

As the members of the Executive Board made statements one after another, the situation completely developed in a one-sided manner.

The scorer next to him began to count the votes, and at the end, he handed over the statistics to Grant.

In this case, the result is undoubtedly.

Grant held the note with a little excited expression. He almost used all his strength to shout excitedly: "Ladies and gentlemen, this movie has been reviewed twice, and there have been so many twists and turns in the middle. Today, I am here to happily announce that DreamWorks Films' "Brave Heart" passed the review with 95 votes in favor and 5 objections! After this review, Mr. Andrey Lyon can bring the movie to the screen as it is intact at any time!"

"good!"

"Support Mr. Corleon!"

...

Members of the Executive Board were incited by Grant to scream.

This result was completely within my expectations, with 95 votes in favor and 5 objections. In fact, I let Donner pass this 5.

At this time, no one was stupid, because the movie was deleted, the famous code execution bureau was reshuffled, and Sister Sando was so awesome that she was so cool that she left. If anyone voted against it, wouldn’t it be impossible for him to get along with him?

But in my opinion, it is still a bit arrogant to pass the unanimous vote. Even if I do face-saving work, I still let Donner

This review made me feel like I was exhaling. During the two reviews, I was always worried by the group of people led by Sister Sando. Now, standing on the stage, watching the people from the Executive Board stand up and applaud me, my heart was filled with sunshine.

Suddenly, I missed Sister Sando a little.

This old nun is still a little good for me. After she made me experience these things, she became more like a film company boss than before. At least I am now silly and my heart is not blushing at all.

And now, where is she? She probably hid in an unknown monastery and spent the rest of her life peacefully. In fact, this kind of life is the real adaptation to her life. Hollywood is too complicated, and her concept is far behind the development of the times. The crow bells in the monastery may be her best destination.

After the review, I invited Hayes and Grant to have a meal in a restaurant next to the city.

Grant had no problem, and Hayes was a little timid.

"Hays, Andre treats you, why are you so squeamish?" Grant smiled when he saw Hayes's appearance.

Hayes waved his hand: "It's not that I don't want to go, I'm worried."

Grant and I looked at each other and asked, "What are you worried about?"

Hayes pointed at me, then pointed at Grant and himself, and said, "Think about it, the Code Execution Bureau has just been reshuffled, and the storm has not passed yet. If the three of us were photographed and said that the three of us were in a mess, then wouldn't we even be able to explain clearly?"

Grant and I laughed loudly after hearing what he said.

"Why are you laughing at?! Is my worries unreasonable?!" Hayes looked puzzled.

Grant patted Hayes on the shoulder: "You are just thinking too much! The Codex Execution Bureau reshuffle, that is the decision of all Hollywood filmmakers and the government, and the selection process is carried out in full view of everyone. What's the matter with us? Besides, it's normal for the three of us to eat. Don't we often eat with others? Why can't we do with Andre?! Don't worry,

The paper reporter is not so bored. Even if he takes a photo, it will be difficult to go out with this person."

Grant pointed at me.

He meant to tell Hayes that the relationship between the newspapers and me was extraordinary, and Hayes could go to dinner with confidence.

"Yes, Mr. Hayes, don't be polite. The reason why "Brave Heart" was successfully passed this time is that you and Grant both put a lot of effort into it. If you don't go, I will be very sorry." I said sincerely.

Grant struck while the iron was hot and whispered to Hayes: "I can tell you that the restaurant Andre invited us to, the cooked steak is a Hollywood one! If you don't go, I'll go!"

Hayes looked at me, then looked at Grant, licked his lips, and finally nodded.

Sunkong Coast. The name of this restaurant is authentic Spanish, and it is perfect for a meal when you are happy.

Getting out of the car, Hays Hotel was stunned: "Why didn't I know there is such a restaurant here!?"

Grant smiled and said, "You stay in the office all day and go home after get off work. How could you know? I have come many times! I can tell you that people like Andre are willing to invite us to such places. There are definitely only a handful of opportunities. You have to seize it. Today, I have to eat it up here!"

After Grant finished speaking, he was the first to walk into the door.

Hayes and I smiled at each other and followed him.

This restaurant is a relatively high-end restaurant next to the city government. Although it is not as good as the Imperial Hotel and Roman Holidays, it is also very popular among Hollywood diners. The layout inside is authentic Spanish style, hot and lively, and there are many Spanish performances. There is no bullfighting due to the venue. The seventh-story building is a restaurant under the bottom three floors, and the top four floors provide various entertainment, from gambling to having fun.

The most famous restaurant is not its dishes or its various services it provides, of course, these are extremely outstanding. Instead, it only receives 200 guests a day, and those who come later, even if you have money, will be turned away.

Three people entered the restaurant one in front and two behind, and Grant walked straight to the service desk. It seemed that he was a veteran who frequented the restaurant.

On the Sunkong Coast, you are not allowed to find a seat by yourself. You must be led by a waiter. I was extremely uncomfortable with this ghost rule when I first came.

We came here very coincidentally, there was a good seat next to the window on the second floor. In addition, Grant was very familiar with the waiter here, so the three of us entrenched next to the window.

There is a courtyard underground, which is quite exquisitely decorated, with a large swimming pool and various beautiful plants. Groups of women with hot bodies and excellent appearance are chatting and playing below. They are wearing exquisite makeup and wearing extremely provocative clothes. If the guests above like one, they can tell the waiter that the waiter will call them up and the guests can take them upstairs.

Grant is an unscrupulous person. Although he had never done anything to take a woman upstairs or I didn't know, he was not idle at all. After ordering the dishes, he looked at the woman below and pointed at him, commenting on which one is beautiful and which one is coquettish, and smacked his lips while talking.

Hayes and him are simply two types of people, without squinting, just lowering their heads and drinking the drink in the cup.

"Grant, is there anything else that will be released on August 1st besides our movie?" Looking at Hayes' embarrassing expression, I quickly found a topic to let Grant stop commenting on those women. If he continues to say this, Hayes probably won't even be able to eat.

Grant withdrew his gaze, looked at me, and shook his head: "It seems that there is no."

"You look at women and you're confused! Who said no? Didn't a movie just declare a release date yesterday?" Hayes glanced at Grant.

Grant shrugged: "I don't know, I haven't received any movie declaration?!"

Hayes patted his head: "I forgot it. I originally wanted someone to send it to you, but later I forgot it as soon as there was more things."

"Mr. Hayes, which movie is it?" I asked.

Hayes smiled: "A small movie from Paramount is recommended by a third-rate producer of the company. It is called "Moana". Listen to this name, does it look like the name of the movie? The investment cost of the film is probably not even worth $5. It is very rough. It is filmed by the lives of an island residents. It is simply a picture album of barbarians, full of natural wonders. On their brochure, it actually says 'The Island Life of the Overseas Monsters', which is a complete garbage filmed for money."

Hayes said as he shook his head, not paying any attention to the change of me sitting next to him.

I was already confused, completely confused.

"Moana"! I have heard of this movie countless times!

"Mr. Hayes, this movie, no, the director of this work, no, is the author of this work called Flahaddy?" I stuttered.

It is inaccurate to say that Flahadi's work is a movie, just like saying that he is a director.

Hayes looked at me in surprise: "How do you know?!"

Dizzy! In later generations, just mention it

Di, who doesn’t know anyone who knows a little about movies?!

The famous father of documentaries! A great-level figure defined as the originator of documentaries! Can I not know?!

Flahady's ancestors were Icelanders and later moved to the United States. In 1896, Flahady followed his father to mine gold mines in the Rain Lake area. His father sent him to the Mineral Academy, but he was unable to graduate. From 1910 to 19, a set of films about the Eskimos were taken, but the films were later burned down. In 1920, Flahady was funded by the French fur merchant Revellon brothers in Paris and took two cameras to Hudson Bay, Canada to shoot a film that reflects Arctic life.

In 1920, there were some popular reactions in Hollywood that liked to watch the lives of people who were two worlds with him. The reason why Flahad made this movie was to make some money, but he himself did not expect the revolutionary impact this movie had on later generations.

In 1922, Flahadi's movie was sold to Paramount, but he was not interested in something like him that had little plot and could not make people laugh, so he refused. At the critical moment, it was Revelondi's brother who funded him. They paid for renting the Capitol Theater in New York and promoted the movie. As a result, "Nanouk of the North" earned $43,000 in the first week of its premiere.

The film was a sensation at that time, and was successful in screenings in many countries. The audience liked the unusually real life displayed in it, and was tired of watching the exquisite films arranged in the studio. This new way of film, which was rough but full of vitality, shining with real light, won their heartfelt love.

At the same time, although Flahad's outstanding artistic talent did not attract the attention of Hollywood film bosses, it was recognized by a small number of art film enthusiasts. The profound, real, and different perspectives in his films amaze many art film enthusiasts. They believe that Flahad makes people re-look at the world with a new film perspective. Although they do not know that Flahad's films are no longer films in the traditional sense but documentaries. In fact, this term was first used by Grielson when he wrote a review for Moana, but they know the value of this person to the history of film.

The subsequent development of history proved their views. The film shooting guidelines set by Flahadi became the code of documentaries. As for him, in addition to being called the father of documentaries, he was also regarded by documentaries as an insurmountable god by documentaries.

Of course, these are all later stories.

If I remember correctly, Flahadi, the movie "Moana" was filmed as early as 1925. The success of "Nanouk of the North" made Paramount, which rejected Flahadi, regretted it. One of their producers was actually a third-rate producer who found Flahadi and gave him a sum of money. He didn't give him a lot of money, so he could go wherever he wanted, just bring them a movie like "Nanouk of the North".

Paramount did this entirely because they saw that "Nanook of the North" made money, and they only saw money. It was Paramount's usual style. Artistic nature was optional in their eyes, but making money was necessary. Flahadie brought the photography team to an island and filmed such a movie.

As a result, the movie did not make money for Paramount, and Flahad was scolded for this, but the impact of this movie was extremely far-reaching. It even called the monument of documentary films together with "Nanouk of the North". Of course, Flahad's artistic talent was the key to its later praise. What impressed later generations of documentary master Grierson, when evaluating this movie, called this type of movie documentary for the first time. This term has been used continuously, opening up a path that is very different from traditional films.

However, in Hollywood in 1926, Flahadie|L's film concept would not work here. For the owner of a film company, a director who cannot make money, no matter how excellent he is, they will not pay to support him. So it is not surprising that Hayes was extremely surprised when he heard me say the name of the author of the movie.

"Andre, I haven't even heard of this movie. Do you know so much? I'm saying that this person is also a small person." Grant was also very curious.

I shrugged: "I am different from you guys. You sit in the office all day long and wait for others to come to you. I keep asking around, of course I know more clearly than you."

"Mr. Hayes, I want to meet this Mr. Flahady, I don't know where to find him?" I asked with my excitement.

Hayes laughed: "What's the hard part about this? I'll take you there after dinner later!"
Chapter completed!
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