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Lights... Camera... ACTION!!: A Hollywood Quest

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    • Magoose said:
    Hi Magoose here one of the guys helping Duke.

    So we have some bad news.

    The quest has been canceled as duke does not want to write it anymore.

    I'm going to ask if I can take over for it, because I like this quest, and it would be a shame to kill it
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    TBF, Mags, you have been doing a lot of the heavylifting for the quest, so this will be in good hands. :)

    To be clear to everyone, this is just me burning out on imagination of the quest, since my muse has been hitting me over the head a lot with so many different ideas that I just can't find myself too interested in this.

    I'll still hang out here, though, since this still does have a sepcial place in my heart.

    I'd like to thank you all for making this a wonderful experience while it lasted.

    I'd also like to thank @Magoose, @Fluffy_serpent, and @Martin Noctis for doing so much to help prepare and write this quest. I couldn't have done it without you all. :D

    I'll see you all around.

    With so many regards, Duke William Of.
     
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    Marvel Comics Pitch: The Crow
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    • I'm feeling a little out of it right now, so I'm not really gonna say much. I was initially gonna pitch this for Charlton, but then I decided against it due to Brandon starring in the film OTL, who would hopefully not die like during the production of the film in this timeline. If The Crow is a Marvel IP, then that means it can be made by Lucasfilm, which means we have control over the production and can hopefully ensure that Brandon won't be killed this time. That's all I'm gonna say right now, hope you enjoy.


    Marvel Comics Pitch:
    The Crow    ​

    Writer: James O'Barr
    Artist: James O'Barr​
    SET UP: The night before his wedding, musician Eric Draven and his fiancée are brutally murdered by members of a violent inner-city gang. On the anniversary of their death, Eric rises from the grave and assumes the gothic mantle of the Crow, a supernatural avenger. Tracking down the thugs responsible for the crimes and mercilessly murdering them, Eric eventually confronts head gangster Top Dollar to complete his macabre mission.
     
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    • Blue Sky Pitch: Boss Baby
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    • Given how sparse the Blue Sky catalogue is, they need more films, so I've decided to give them this film. It may be a Dreamworks film, but I think we can all agree that we're better off without it, and it's definitely the kind of slop that Universal would produce. I honestly don't even want to pull up an image for this film like I normally do, so I'm just gonna leave it as is. Ugh, I feel dirty just from making this. Hope you enjoy...

    Blue Sky Pitch:
    Boss Baby
    GENRE: Comedy
    SUBGENRE: Spy, Family
    FORMAT: Animated Movie​
    SET UP: Seven year old Tim Templeton has the best life ever. With his kind parents all to himself and a big imagination, Tim has a hard time thinking of anything better. But when his new little brother comes along, he is getting less and less attention. One night Tim hears a voice coming from inside his brother's bedroom and discovers that his newborn brother can talk. When a sneaky scheme involving the CEO of Puppy Co and the adults' love of babies and puppies threatens to change the world as we know it, Tim and his new brother will have to join forces to thwart the sinister plan and save their parents.
    In the late 1970s, Tim Templeton, a creative 7-year-old, is taken aback when his new baby brother, Boss Baby, arrives. Baby wears a suit and tie and acts like a normal baby around parents and adults, but walks and talks like an adult when parents are absent. One day, Baby holds a staff meeting with other infants, under the guise of a neighborhood play date. Tim attempts to record them on a tape before Baby and his cronies spot and chase him, resulting in it being destroyed. Tim is grounded until he learns to get along with Baby.

    Later, Baby reveals the truth as to why he is in his house and where he comes from. He and Tim suck a special pacifier that allows them to see BabyCorp, where babies come from. Most babies go to families, but those unresponsive to tickling are sent to management, where they are given a special baby formula that allows them to think and behave like adults while remaining young forever. Baby explains he is on a special mission to investigate the declining love for babies due to puppies, and came to the Templetons as Tim's parents work for Puppy Co. Once his mission is done, he will leave. However, the boys hear Baby's boss threatening to fire him if he fails, which would mean Baby would have to stay and grow up with the Templeton family. Tim and Baby team up to prevent this.

    On Take Your Kid to Work Day, the parents take Tim and Baby with them to Puppy Co. While investigating, they are caught by Puppy Co.'s CEO Francis E. Francis, who is then revealed to be Super Colossal Big Fat Boss Baby, a former CEO of BabyCorp who got fired due to aging from lactose intolerance. He takes Baby's formula to create a "Forever Puppy" incapable of aging, which will take all love from babies and give him his revenge on BabyCorp.

    Francis takes Tim's parents to a Las Vegas conference and leaves his brother Eugene to pose as a female nanny to watch them. The boys attack Eugene with fake vomit and escape from him with the help of neighborhood toddlers. They reach Las Vegas, where they find Francis ready to launch a rocket of Forever Puppies out into the world. Tim's parents are trapped below the rocket to be burned. Tim and Baby fight Francis on a catwalk, making him fall into a vat of formula that turns him back into a baby, and Eugene takes him home. Tim and Baby save Tim's parents and eject the Forever Puppies from the rocket before it launches.

    Baby goes back to BabyCorp and becomes CEO. BabyCorp workers erase evidence of Baby and the parents' memories of him. One of these workers asks Tim if he would like to forget about Baby, but he declines. Tim and Baby soon realize they miss each other deeply, and Tim invites him back, saying that he can have all of his parents love. Baby returns as a regular baby named Theodore "Ted" Templeton, realizing love is something that grows, instead of being divided.

    Years later, in the present day, an adult Tim and Ted tell the story to Tim's eldest daughter, who is apprehensive about the arrival of her newborn baby sister. After the adults leave, the newborn girl reveals she is a Boss Baby, too, surprising the elder daughter.
     
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    • Calling the vote:
    Adhoc vote count started by Magoose on Aug 5, 2024 at 11:42 PM, finished with 36 posts and 18 votes.
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    Turn 101 (November 1982)
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    • Turn 101 (November 1982):

    You looked at Mike who was looking like he was about to shake. "So… What is it, any action plans that we want to try?"

    "It's not December yet." He replied calmly, as he looked at the pack of cigarettes on his desk. "Who the fuck keeps leaving this shit on my desk!?"

    "Maybe one of the guys who knows you don't like it… why is that anyway?"

    There was a pause as Mike sighed. "I don't want your daughter to see this, she thinks that anyone who smokes is a meanie."

    "Really? And how does she see that?"

    Mike sighed. "She keeps on escaping the childcare facilities here and sneaks into my office."

    There was something else in his eyes, a smile because it was like he enjoyed the fact that your daughter escaped well enough to know where Mike was. "And?"

    Mike then frowned. "You would like to know that, but she did do some crayon drawings and some other things, that are annoying."

    "Well then, umm, you are okay about the Star Wars thing?" You asked.

    "The test audiences loved it, so I have no idea-"

    "Oh great… wait test audience!?" You asked. "Who?"

    "Just the animators, the people we have NDA agreements with, the people who won't spoil the movie, you know the usual people?" Mike said.

    "Does George know you are-"

    "George knew, and he approved. Not everything I do is for money-grubbing measures Bruce, and George needed some validation. Same with Steve."

    "So what did they say?" You asked.

    Mike smiled. "The thing I've been telling both those film brats since they finished. The Greatest film of all time."
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    You have 12 Actions
    Lucasfilms Actions:

    []Resiviour Dogs: Quinton has earned a film and he made it well. Now let's see what this kid can do. DC: 30

    []The House of Ideas: Stan Lee and the boys and girls at Marvel are… Well they have some ideas and you are just going to be giving a nod and a wave because that was all you want to do. Also a new guy named Akira… wanted to take pictures of you sparring and training as reference photos. DC: ???

    []Mary's Escapades: You want to know just what Mary does whenever she sneaks out and visits Mike. DC: ???

    []An Early Christmas party: Mike is busy in December, and wants to have the party early. You agreed. Mostly because the next action plan might kill him. DC: 0

    []A Favor: You are owed a favor at Colombia Pictures, so might as well call it in. DC: ???
    -[]Write in what it is?

    []The New Blood: So... Who wants to work for Lucasfilms? DC:???
    -[]Director

    []The People who want you to star in a movie: With most of Hollywood open to you again after the informal ending of your banishment from nonlucasfilm and TV productions, there are a few films that have come to your attention. DC: ???

    []Investing in the Future: You want to Spend some of that money you made into the company and make the whole thing better DC: ??? (Linetail what you want to invest in, and how much money you want to invest in it)

    []Look for Investors: Not that you need the money now, but maybe you can get people on board with this idea you have. DC: ???

    []Distributing Deals: Since you have a Distribution Company, or rather, are one… You can meet the major movie theater companies and strike a Deal with them. Even when you had nothing to offer them. DC: ???

    []Importing Foreign Films: So… you may have a way to get some films showing in American Theaters. Maybe you can go to other foreign film industries and… well, ask to distribute their films. Sure many of those foreign film companies never expected an American company to distribute their films in the US… but maybe you can get money without producing them. (Linetail where you try to get films from, and if there are any specific films, line tail them below) DC: ???

    Personal Actions:

    []The Ideas of Industry: This action is meant for a write-in to act as a sort of Idea machine for the company. You must detail what you want to do below this action. This action can be taken multiple times.

    []The USFL: Carrie has another sports team under her belt, and she and the USFL are finally releasing their press statements. So let's see how you will do it. Also, Carrie said you needed to be there for a reason that would be amazing. DC: 40/???

    []Castles in the Sky: Mary says her rocket designs are ready. So she wants you to help her deliver it. DC:10/??/???

    []Best Friends: So Mary has lots of friends, and she wants them to come over. You need to prepare for that. Carrie, get the cookies.

    []The Family Time: You need a night out with the family dammit! No more drama, no more work, just you and Carrie and the Kids!

    []Hanging out with the Friends: It's been far to long since you, John, and Robin hung out, so you will go out for some drinks and have some fun. DC: 45

    []A Well-Known Fan: So some really famous person is a fan of yours. Maybe you'll learn who they actually are. DC???


    []Learn to play an instrument: You want to learn how to play something DC: 80 (You have no idea what the hell you are doing.)

    []Investments: You want to invest your hard-earned cash into something that you feel will be a good return on investment. And as well as diversify your assets DC: 0 (Linetail what you wish to invest in below this action, and the amount of money you want to invest in)

    []The O'Riely Foundation Lobbying: You want California to help the men who have given nearly everything and more to this country. DC: ??? (Linetail how much money you want to throw at it, and what you want from the State)

    []A Charitable Heart: You want to invest your newfound wealth. Maybe even save some lives while you are at it. (Linetail what you wish to invest in below this action, and the amount of money you want to donate in)

    []Networking: Well time to start finding out who might actually be interested in meeting you. (Write-in what you want to try and network with)

    []Pray: It had been a long time since you went to Mass. You wish for the Lord to give you strength. DC: ???

    []Action Directing: It seems the town has been talking about how much of a beast you are at just being a stunt person. In fact, they knew you were a student of Bruce Lee. And they think you know how to stage and block a fight? Maybe you can DC? ???

    [] Do auditions(Movies and TV Shows): You are going to go to some of the casting calls that are in the place where you can find work in. DC: 20(Possibility of only getting a commercial or TV show job, or extra work in a low-budget film)

    []Modeling (High Fashion): So you got a call from a photographer in LA, some no name. But that no name works for Gucci. And he wants you on their next lineup of products. And he needs you to model for him. Which is great… one problem, you have no idea what the hell you are doing. DC: 60

    []Modeling (Advertisements): Thankfully another Call Came in, one from an ad firm. They need you to have some pictures taken so that they are used for saner things. Like selling cars, or ice cream. DC: 40

    []Workout: A Healthy Mind and a Healthy Body are Key to having a good life, and you have been slacking as of late. Time to hit the workout and discipline, and perhaps, see things differently. DC: 30 Reward: You work out and feel better.

    [] Ask Clint if you can act in a movie of his: You know you want to see if you can act opposite him, for a good time. DC: 40 (Clint wants to work with you.)


    [] Gophering, and other signs of stuff: You want to try and learn how work behind the camera works, and what better way than being a gopher. DC: 50 (You have no idea what the hell they were doing, and you have no idea either)

    [] Take a walk: Dad always said that the best ways to get inspiration are by walking, talking, and being open-minded. So you'll try that. DC: 10 (You are just going for a walk, what could be really said?)

    [] Register in a theater: There are quite a few theater troops that are looking for some seasonal help for some play's that the regulars could not get to. Perhaps you can work there for a while. DC: 40 (Everyone wants to be famous here in Hollywood.)

    [] Go to a bar or something to make jokes: You wanted to try some comedy, perhaps you can try. even with your shit timing. DC: 40 (Your Lack of comedy chops is going to be something that will bite you.)

    [] Practice writing: You want to write something, maybe even a script. At least to learn the craft. DC: 20 (You try your hand at screenwriting, and maybe get something that is worth a damn.)

    [] Research stuff, see if anything piques your interest: You may have graduated High School as a kid, but you never stopped trying to learn. DC: 15 (Write-in what you want to learn about below)

    AN: Plan format.
     
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    • I just realized something. Since we're gonna own the rights to the Dragon Ball franchise, think we could do something if we get to the point that the abridged series rolls around?
     
    Schehera Zade said:
    I just realized something. Since we're gonna own the rights to the Dragon Ball franchise, think we could do something if we get to the point that the abridged series rolls around?
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    I think Team Fourstar is going to be among the most envied team when they get our full blessing for their project. Along with their FFVII Machinabridged one as well.

    Now we only need to get our hands on Attack on Titan and we can finally get their abandoned project rolling.
     
    Been a LONG time since I've been able to actually get a Plan up. Got all the necessary stuff out of the way. After that I decided to include modeling, since we've barely gotten to do that and I think it'll be fun, giving out turkey's for Thanksgiving to those who need it, and learning languages again. It's been a long time since we've done that, so I thought German would be a good place to start back up on that. I also decided to write-in the family time as going to New York to see the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade since it's that time of the year and it's something Bruce should be familiar with as a New York native. Would be nice to share the experience with his kids.

    [X] Plan Zade
    -[X] Resiviour Dogs: Quinton has earned a film and he made it well. Now let's see what this kid can do. DC: 30
    -[X] The House of Ideas: Stan Lee and the boys and girls at Marvel are… Well they have some ideas and you are just going to be giving a nod and a wave because that was all you want to do. Also a new guy named Akira… wanted to take pictures of you sparring and training as reference photos. DC: ???
    -[X] Mary's Escapades: You want to know just what Mary does whenever she sneaks out and visits Mike. DC: ???
    -[X] An Early Christmas party: Mike is busy in December, and wants to have the party early. You agreed. Mostly because the next action plan might kill him. DC: 0
    -[X] The New Blood: So... Who wants to work for Lucasfilms? DC:???
    --[X]Director
    -[X] The USFL: Carrie has another sports team under her belt, and she and the USFL are finally releasing their press statements. So let's see how you will do it. Also, Carrie said you needed to be there for a reason that would be amazing. DC: 40/???
    -[X] Castles in the Sky: Mary says her rocket designs are ready. So she wants you to help her deliver it. DC:10/??/???
    -[X] The Family Time: You need a night out with the family dammit! No more drama, no more work, just you and Carrie and the Kids!
    --[X] Travel to New York City to see the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with your parents, Carrie, and the kids.
    -[X] Hanging out with the Friends: It's been far to long since you, John, and Robin hung out, so you will go out for some drinks and have some fun. DC: 45
    -[X] Modeling (High Fashion): So you got a call from a photographer in LA, some no name. But that no name works for Gucci. And he wants you on their next lineup of products. And he needs you to model for him. Which is great… one problem, you have no idea what the hell you are doing. DC: 60
    -[X] Research stuff, see if anything piques your interest: You may have graduated High School as a kid, but you never stopped trying to learn. DC: 15 (Write-in what you want to learn about below)
    --[X] Learn German
    -[X] A Charitable Heart: You want to invest your newfound wealth. Maybe even save some lives while you are at it. (Linetail what you wish to invest in below this action, and the amount of money you want to donate in)
    --[X] Giving Out Turkey [$20 Million]: With Thanksgiving right around the corner, you want to make sure that any struggling families will be able to afford to celebrate the holiday by donating turkeys through your organization, FEAST, for any family who needs it.
     
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