Chapter 2666: Pull Out the Carrot and You'll Get the Dirt
No one expected that this somewhat farcical trial about Emily would directly expose the dark side of the entire American film and television industry. Frank Capra actually left such fatal evidence before his death.
All six major American film companies were named by Frank Capra. And he told the details of how these companies persecuted Emily in detail, and admitted that he had these key evidence in his hands. It can prove how these companies persecuted Emily under the induction of Harry Cohen.
These evidences are enough to embarrass the six major film companies. Of course, this includes MGM Films acquired by Lin Feng.
"I have been a director in Hollywood for 60 years and I know how dark the inside story of this industry is. As a director with a conscience, I don't have the courage to disclose it during my lifetime, but I hope that I can reveal these dark secrets after my death. Maybe some people will say that I am timid. I admit that I am not a very courageous person. I am also afraid of these evil forces, but I am only timid about my body, and my soul is fearless. Maybe, if I reveal this scene today, I will be ruined and framed as a thief who deceives the world and steals the name, but I don't care. I am willing to use my reputation in my lifetime to bet on an innocent film environment!" Frank Capra said passionately.
"Here, I want to apologize to Emily Buckler. I once promised you to give you a heroine role, but I broke my promise. I'm sorry, Emily, I deceived you. I don't know if you can still see this video. Anyway, I'm sorry." Frank Capra struggled to stand up and bowed to Emily to apologize.
At this point, the court had already exploded. The judge's gavel was knocking loudly, but it couldn't stop the noise in the court. It was so shocking, so shocking. Hollywood has always been the pride of Americans, but I never thought that Hollywood was so dirty, with so many unspoken rules, and for its own selfishness, it suppressed an actress so much, and it has been suppressing her for 66 years.
In court, Emily Buckler was already crying bitterly. She didn't expect that director Frank Capra would actually apologize to her for this matter. You know, how much pressure she was under at that time. She knew it very well that no one in Hollywood dared to help her at that time. Even a humble supporting role. No crew dared to give her. Only Frank Capra gave her three small roles. Although there were almost no lines, it was a blessing to her at that time.
She remembered that Frank Capra promised to give her a leading role because her acting skills were really good. But who would have thought that Frank Capra would leave Columbia Company not long after this promise. Emily heard from some of her friends that Frank Capra left Columbia because of her. Frank Capra insisted on giving Emily a role as the heroine, but Harry Cohen disagreed. The two had a fierce quarrel, and in anger, Frank Capra left Columbia. As a result, after leaving for seven years, Frank Capra did not make any movies except for helping the military make a patriotic educational film "Why We Fight".
Why is this so? This is naturally because Frank Capra insisted on asking Emily to be the heroine. As a result, no investor was willing to invest. It was not until seven years later that Frank Capra, who was forced to make a living, promised not to insist on Emily as the heroine, that major investors decided to invest and let her make a movie.
After experiencing these things, Emily completely gave up. She no longer wanted to act, but to be a salesperson. She had forgotten this past. Unexpectedly, Director Frank Capra still remembered her, a humble actress.
"Ms. Buckler, don't get too excited. We will definitely get back these grudges!" Lin Feng gently patted Emily's back as she cried bitterly. This 91-year-old woman was crying like a young girl at this moment.
"Your Honor, I believe everyone has seen the evidence. Everyone should know whether Ms. Emily was persecuted. This lawsuit should have a result!" Lin Feng said loudly.
The judge was silent. If he said that before the release of this disc, he hoped that Emily would win the lawsuit, but after the release of this disc, he did not dare to announce it. The content of this disc was too horrifying. If he ruled that Emily won, it would mean that all six major film companies participated in the persecution of Emily. If compensation was paid, it would be an astronomical figure. Who knows, the six major film companies might go bankrupt because of this.
Once this happens, Hollywood may be greatly implicated, and it may even collapse. He cannot bear this responsibility.
"The court will be adjourned for the time being and will be retried on another day!" The judge fled in panic. As for when the retrial would be held, he did not say. He did not dare to say. This matter involves too many things, and he can't solve it.
Lin Feng frowned. He could understand the judge's escape. But can he avoid the problem by running away? This time, Lin Feng just wanted to help Emily get justice and warn the American film companies not to cause trouble for him. But Joseph Cohen gave him such a big gift, a gift that could shock Hollywood. If Lin Feng didn't make good use of it, he would be too sorry for himself.
Anyway, he would be the final beneficiary, so Lin Feng was not afraid of making a big deal.
"Don't worry, he can run away, but he can't run away from the temple. Since he accepted this lawsuit, he must give us an answer." Lin Feng snorted coldly.
"Lin Feng, don't forget that the MGM film company you acquired is also one of the six major film companies, and your company is one of the companies mentioned by Frank Capra!" Jing Shenchuzhi shouted coldly.
"So what?" Lin Feng shrugged.
"If Emily wins this lawsuit, your company will also have to pay a large sum of money!" Jing Shenchuzhi whispered.
"So!" Lin Feng continued to ask.
"So, I think this matter will just end like this. Without your support, no one will accept Emily's lawsuit, and no one dares to accept it. In that case, the world will be peaceful. At most, each of our companies will give her a sum of money so that she can spend her old age in peace! After all, she is 91 years old and can still live for a few more years!" Jing Shenchuzhi whispered, "This is a matter that everyone benefits from. And if you insist on making trouble, it means that you are fighting against the five major American film companies alone. Lin Feng, you must think about the consequences clearly!"
Consequences? Lin Feng laughed.
"It's a deep well. Since I acquired MGM, I have been fighting against the five major film companies and the unspoken rules of the American film industry. Haha, is there any difference between now and the past!" Lin Feng sneered, "I can tell you now that there are other companies. I will take care of this lawsuit. I am not doing it for money, but for justice and fairness."
Lin Feng's voice was sonorous and powerful. There was silence in the courtroom. Many of the people who appeared in court this time were from major film companies. They came to listen to the trial just to see how the final outcome would be between Lin Feng and Sony Columbia. I never thought that it would take so long. This is really a big trouble.
"Pa pa pa", a round of applause came. This is the support of ordinary audiences for Lin Feng.
The shady deal, as any ordinary person, is extremely disgusting. Especially there is a victim. After 66 years of suppression, he has been lonely and helpless all his life because of this unspoken rule. This kind of suffering and sadness make everyone sympathize. Ordinary people are not able to help Emily, only Lin Feng has this ability, and also has the courage and bravery. Therefore, these ordinary American people applauded Lin Feng.
Lin Feng, you will regret it! —— Jing Shenchu roared in a low voice. If this matter gets out of hand, it will not be the business of his company alone. At that time, the entire American film industry that does not want the scandal to get out of hand will jump out and suppress Lin Feng together. At that time, maybe Lin Feng will be driven out of the American film industry. And at that time, his position will be as stable as Mount Tai.
Suddenly, Jing Shenchu was a little grateful for Lin Feng's ability to make a big deal out of small things and big things out of control. It was originally a small matter, but with Lin Feng's involvement, it caused a lot of trouble in the city, and even endangered the survival of Hollywood in the United States. This guy's ability to sabotage is really too strong. But at least he is safe, and he doesn't have to fight Lin Feng alone. This is a great thing. You know, it's too stressful for one person to carry Lin Feng.
Jing Shenchuzhi felt like his head was as big as a cow every day, and he couldn't breathe at all. He even dreamed about Lin Feng and felt that Lin Feng was dealing with him. This kind of pressure was too terrible. He almost collapsed. Now, with everyone's help, he was not afraid. With so many people dealing with Lin Feng together, he didn't believe that Lin Feng could still knock down so many people!
So, he thought Lin Feng was dead this time. Of course, Lin Feng's main business is in the IT industry. These film manufacturers can't do anything to Lin Feng's IT company, but they can drive Lin Feng out of the film market. Cut off one of Lin Feng's hands.
Deal with me? Lin Feng sneered. Although Lin Feng also felt the unprecedented pressure of the storm, it is possible that his "Fengshen Film Company" may really be driven out of the United States this time, but Lin Feng also saw opportunities.
The country has always been fought for, not waited for, nor relied on charity. The country is fought for with one's own fists! Lin Feng also wants to fight for his own country in the film market! (To be continued)