Chapter Ninety-Five: Schindler Starts Up

  "Really? Director!" Natalie exclaimed after hearing Song Tang's words.

  As for Natalie's excitement, Song Tang could completely understand. Whoever hasn't filmed a movie before and suddenly gets the opportunity to be the female lead in a film would be excited.

  "Yes, Natalie, this is the script of the film. After you go back, you should take a good look at it. Also, I think Natalie, you should also find an agent to discuss the issue of remuneration with Datang."

  "Yes, director! I'm so happy, thank you, thank you for giving me this opportunity." Natalie said with a smile, thanking Song Tang for the script of "This Killer is Not Too Cold".

  "Hehe, I can understand your feelings, but you shouldn't thank me, instead you should thank yourself, because this is what you've fought for." Song Tang smiled.

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  Now that the heroine of the movie has been decided, Song Tang doesn't need to select the protagonist anymore. Looking at Natalie who left happily and Scarlett and Kayla who were a little disappointed, Song Tang said excitedly to the employees who came with him to select the heroine: "Buddies, it's done, let's go back to the company!!!"

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  "Hey, Steven, what wind brought you here?" Song Tang asked in surprise as soon as he saw Steven Spielberg, who was discussing something with George at a distance after returning to the company. By rights, Steven should be busy shooting "Schindler's List" now.

  "Boss, you're back!" George greeted Song Tang as soon as he saw him.

  "Song, you've finally arrived. Today is just to thank you for your script." Steven felt a surge of excitement as soon as he saw Song Tang arrive. Although Steven was now nearly fifty years old and one of Hollywood's most influential directors, having filmed many excellent movies, he still couldn't help but feel excited after receiving the script for "Schindler's List".

  Steven was so excited, not because the script of "Schindler's List" was excellent, although it was one of the best film scripts Steven had ever seen, but the content inside the script.

  Steven, who has Jewish ancestry, should be like all Jews, having an indelible pain in their hearts, which is the massacre and persecution of Jews that lasted for several years in Europe in the first half of this century. As one of the smartest ethnic groups in the world, Jews controlled wealth and knowledge that countless people envied, but these things were so pale and powerless under the cold guns. Not only did they fail to protect them, but they also made them suffer even more terrifying persecution and massacre! According to incomplete statistics, during World War II, more than 17 million Jews suffered from persecution and enslavement, which is a terrible number.

  Such a large number, not only can exterminate several ethnic groups, but also can exterminate several countries. This is not just the humiliating history of Jews, but also a trampling on human civilization. It's a shame for every Jew and an irreparable pain that cannot be concealed forever.

  Looking at Steven's slightly red eyes and agitated expression, Song Tang could understand his emotions. Just like every Chinese person feels resentful about the various crimes committed by a certain island nation against China in the first half of the century, this is something that can never be forgotten, no matter how many years have passed!

  Song Tang smiled and nodded at George, then indicated that George could busy himself with his own affairs. After Steven had seen to the guests, Song Tang patted Steven's shoulder and said something in a somewhat heavy tone.

  "Haha, Steven, now you should be happier, after all these dark histories have become the past. Now you should make a good film out of it and let everyone treat this history correctly. Although repentance cannot make up for the harm that has been done, at least it can make people acknowledge their mistakes and let the souls of those in heaven rest in peace!"

  "Yes, Song, none of us should live in the painful past, we should look forward!" Steven, after all, was not an ordinary person, and soon discovered his own loss of composure, so he quickly adjusted his excited mood.

  "Steven, I really don't know how your brain is wired. Whether it's 'Lowbrow', 'The Shawshank Redemption' or now 'Schindler's List', they're all incredibly good screenplays. In the past, I was thrilled with my own achievements, but compared to you, I'm nothing!" Steven took out the script of "Schindler's List" and said enviously to Song Tang.

  Just last year, the three films directed by Steven Spielberg - "Jurassic Park", "Schindler's List" and "A Few Good Men" - grossed over $900 million worldwide. This does not include the yet-to-be-released "Braveheart". Moreover, although "Jurassic Park" was directed by Spielberg, the screenplay was written by James V. Hart. Spielberg believes that when his current film "Schindler's List" is released, James V. Hart's name will once again be on everyone's lips. There are also rumors circulating outside that James V. Hart is planning to invest $200 million in a new film project. What kind of movie would require an investment of $200 million? Spielberg believes that at the upcoming Academy Awards, James V. Hart will definitely be the main star!

  As for Steven's doubts, Song Tang would not be foolish enough to say to Steven: I am a time-traveler, I knew these films would be popular, so I shot them, and there will be even better movies in the future.

  As for Steven's doubts in his heart, Song Tang also had nothing to say, smiled and no longer paid attention to Steven's envy. "Alright, Steven, these are secondary, after all, what we care about is whether there is a good script, not envying others at every moment!"

  "Yes, Song, you're absolutely right. I think if everyone had your way of thinking, Hollywood movies would have progressed at least ten years ahead. But this script is really good!" Steven said with a smile, shaking the script of "Schindler's List" in his hand.

  However, Steven, going back to the topic, has the preparation for "Schindler's List" been completed without any obstacles? Song Tang had some doubts in his heart. Due to the needs of the film, Steven set the filming location in Poland, at the Krakow concentration camp during World War II. Although Jews are intelligent and resourceful, they can also be stubborn, as seen in organizations like the "Jewish Association" headquartered in New York. Song Tang clearly remembered that back in 1982, Spielberg received a script from his producer, written by Australian author Thomas Keneally, titled "Schindler's List". Steven had wanted to acquire the film adaptation and production rights from Thomas, but due to interference from the Jewish Association, the matter was eventually dropped. Now that Steven has decided to film "Schindler's List", Song Tang couldn't believe things would go so smoothly!

  "Of course not, otherwise 'Schindler's List' would have started filming long ago. The crew was already set up in Krakow concentration camp during World War II, but then we received interference from New York. That's why I came to the US this time!" Steven couldn't help but feel emotional when he thought about it. For the sake of a so-called soul not being disturbed, a film was delayed for ten years. Ten years! He was once a young and vigorous middle-aged man, now he is almost fifty.

  "It's good that this matter has finally been settled. Next, I will also rush to Poland as soon as possible to start filming the movie!"

  After listening to Steven's words, Song Tang couldn't help but admire this Hollywood director who had rushed over. Comparing himself to Steven, he thought that perhaps he was more like a businessman. At least Steven would stand up for his own nation and the discrimination and injustice it had suffered, making more people understand this tragic history. Perhaps he should learn from Steven and let his own national culture receive fairer treatment! Song Tang threw aside these jumbled thoughts and said quietly.

  "Schindler's List" explores and eulogizes the trajectory of human development in a special environment! With tremendous impact, shocking power and profound, painful artistic charm! Deeply epic in scope and emotionally shattering!"

  "It describes war, race, sex, faith, beliefs, money, sympathy, country, survival, life, awakening, cycle, predicament, invasion, defense, abandonment; it's about displacement, deprivation; a red children's dress; it's talking about the bottom line; it's talking about home, flesh and spirit."

  "It's a movie, it's an epic, it's history, it's the trauma and soul of a nation! You should film it well, Steven, you should let more people see the brutality of the Nazis, let more people understand this piece of history, understand the persecution and discrimination that Jews suffered during World War II! The Jewish nation is just like our Chinese nation, both are among the best nations in the world, they shouldn't receive such unfair treatment!"

  "You're absolutely right, Song. I believe this will be one of the best screenplays I've ever seen. You know, I wanted to make this film a long time ago, but it never worked out. And now, you've somehow managed to get the rights to adapt and produce 'Schindler's List'! I have to say, Song, you're quite the shrewd businessman!" Steven couldn't help but give Song a silent thumbs-up after hearing his evaluation of "Schindler's List".

  "He's back in your hands again, isn't he? Steven, I think there's no one else in this world more suitable to direct this film than you!" Song Tang couldn't help but agree with Steven.

  Hahaha~~~

  Haha~~~

  Two people smiled at each other, all in silence...

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