America Tycoon: The Wolf of Showbiz-Chapter 958 - 882 The Conservative Faction Thinks the

Chapter 958: Chapter 882: The Conservative Faction Thinks the Radical Faction Is Too Conservative

Chapter 958 -882: The Conservative Faction Thinks the Radical Faction Is Too Conservative

The lounge fell silent for a moment.

The three chairs of the Academy’s executive committee, all Hollywood old-timers who had been in the business for decades, undoubtedly understood the subtext in Martin’s words.

“Europe and Australia have long been regulars at the Oscars,” Tom Sherak said seriously, considering what Martin had said, “As for other places, Asia… the world’s second-largest film market, used to be very passionate about the Oscars and willing to invest money.”

He was not familiar with the specifics there, “I don’t know why, but in recent years their interest in the Oscars has greatly diminished, and the number of films and companies coming over for the Oscars has dropped significantly.”

Others might not know, but Martin understood that they were gradually regaining confidence. Although there were still plenty of ‘this soft-boned ones’, in many people’s eyes the only real competitor was America.

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The mentality had changed, and naturally so had the attitude toward the Oscars.

Martin thought for a moment and said, “In recent years, I’ve been going to East Asia frequently for promotions and have found that the film circles in Japan and South Korea are very enthusiastic about the Oscars, especially South Korea. They have always been a dumping ground for our films, and if the Academy were to promote over there in a timely manner, just showing a little attitude, those…people would certainly come over and go crazy for the Oscars. There’s no lack of money in the Korean entertainment industry.”

“That’s right, we just need to throw them a bone, and they’ll come charging,” Catherine Kennedy added, not only an actress and producer but also a successful businesswoman.

She had been to South Korea several times and knew how dogs were particularly eager for their master’s honor.

“That’s a good strategy,” Tom Hanks said further, “Not just Japan and Korea, but other Southeast Asian and South American markets are also good. Hollywood is open, and the Academy encourages internationalization.”

His heyday was exactly when Hollywood films broke out of North America and began to sweep the global film market. At that time, many Hollywood directors and stars would cast their sights across the world.

This strategy was undoubtedly suitable for the Oscars.

Tom Sherak directly said, “After this awards ceremony, it is necessary for us to organize a cultural exchange group and make a trip to Japan and Korea.”

With that, there was no need for Martin to say anything more.

After consulting with his colleagues for a moment, Tom Sherak turned to Martin and said, “On behalf of the executive committee, I thank you for your suggestion.”

Martin responded, “Don’t mention it, I’m a member of the Academy as well.”

Catherine Kennedy and Tom Hanks also expressed their thanks in turn.

Martin shook hands with them one by one and took his leave from the lounge.

These favors might come in handy at some point. Although the Academy’s executive committee holds elections every year, under normal circumstances, it’s possible for chairs and vice-chairs to remain in their positions for many years.

Like the previous Academy President, Sidney Ganis, had it not been for health issues, he might have continued the role.

Eliza had been silent throughout. Once out of the lounge, she couldn’t help but ask curiously in a low voice, “Can Korean films win major Oscar awards?”

Martin thought for a moment and replied, “It’s not unprecedented for a foreign film to win the Best Picture at the Oscars. The Oscars are like the Nobel Prize; winning is not only about your achievements but also about where you’re seated.”

Eliza thought of something, “Like the one from the White House who got the Nobel Peace Prize?”

Martin laughed, “Even the Americans thought that was absurd.”

The special dinner was drawing to a close, and the guests were leaving one by one.

Martin and Eliza returned home, and Bruce had come back from Europe.

Eliza took Lily, who was clinging to Martin, upstairs, leaving some space for Martin and Bruce alone.

Martin called Bruce to the study.

Bruce said, “It’s basically settled over in Kiev; Alexandrovich’s controlled security bureau and an army unit raided the Privat Group, captured the group’s top executives including Igor, seized the Privat Group’s assets, and then put them up for sale to the public. We got them at a low price.”

Martin touched on a key point, “Sell them as soon as possible.”

“No problem,” Bruce replied, “We’ve already found a buyer, and we expect to sell it within half a year.”

Martin nodded, “Good.”

Bruce added, “Later this year, Alexandrovich might visit America. The specifics are currently being coordinated; the exact date hasn’t been determined yet.”

Hearing this, Martin immediately recalled some affairs from his past life and said, “Before Alexandrovich visits America, dispose of all the Privat Group’s assets.”

“No problem, there’s plenty of time,” Bruce assured. Then he asked, “Are you worried?”

Martin replied, “The political environment over there is always somewhat unstable; dragging on might lead to unexpected complications.”

Bruce said, “I’m going back to Europe in three days.”

“There’s no rush in these few days,” Martin said, thinking about the many women in Bruce’s life, “Jody, Kim, Cohler around there, you need to go… ‘comfort’ them, oh, and Kendall too.”

Uncharacteristically, Bruce didn’t argue and instead looked at his watch, “I’m off to see Jody.”

Martin waved a hand, “Go ahead.”

As for Bruce and the Kardashian sisters’ affairs, Martin just spoke of them casually.

After all, he was as much a scoundrel as Old Cloth.

Martin left the study, went upstairs to the master bedroom, where Lily and Eliza, fresh from a bath, were waiting for him.

The three were already accustomed to sleeping in the same room.

In the lead-up to the Oscar ceremony, Martin stayed in Los Angeles, focusing on managing the studio’s film and TV projects.

“Border Killer,” directed by Denis Villeneuve, had completed the final editing, and Disney Studios would bring the movie to the big screen in April, before the summer blockbusters.