And Then, Things Happened. Turn 37 (January 1975)
Roll: 100
You awoke to a phone call from Mike, who was obviously under quite a lot of excitement. "Bruce get up, come on, wake up!"
Carrie was jolted awake from your sudden movements and the phone speaker. "Okay, I'm up, what's wrong?" You looked at the clock. "It's seven in the morning."
"Turn on the TV." He said.
You and Carrie looked at each other, and then you walked over and turned on the TV.
"Breaking News from the LA Area, Hollywood Screen Actors, Screenwriter and Producers Guild representatives have all but said that the Strike, planned at the beginning of November of 1974, has stopped all production of over 300 films and TV shows. The Guild has released a statement that 'The Current Studio heads had violated several contracts for numerous films that were released earlier this year, as well as trying to influence awards for Television, and films.'"
You looked at the phone and then said. "Mike… What happened?"
"Seems someone pissed off the unions enough to stop all of Hollywood." you could feel the smile on his face. "Don't worry, the union already stopped by and gave a run around on what we're doing, and found that we were in compliance… and the only one who hadn't broken so many rules that are going to start a lawsuit."
"What rules were broken?" You asked, still trying to figure out what the hell was going on.
"You'll see it in the paper tomorrow. But remember all those films everyone was trying to make to release next year?" You again could hear laughter.
"Yeah?"
"They've been delayed. And Alan Called, seems we're going to see him around the office more often if this deal works out."
Reward: All of Hollywood is on Strike, and the studios have all but shut down for… the foreseeable future.
Except it seems Lucasfilms. Because you're only working on two films.
MASH's Production will wrap with only a half season (two turns).
Lucille is trying to figure out what the hell is going on, and who was the idiot at the other companies who kicked the hornet's nest.
Edit:
+30 to Audience and Critic rolls for all movies released until December of 1977.
Increase profits by a factor of 2.
Meaning the profit roll will be multiplied.
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Production Actions:
(Choose 3)
[]The contract for This Season: It seems Lucille wants to enter another round of contract negotiations. Okay? DC: ???
[]The New People in Camp: So there are new people in Camp, that is going to be awesome. DC: 50
[]The Best of Times, and the Swift of Times: Loretta is one of the people who just work with you, and you were quiet and happy that she was not joining the others in hazing you on set. In fact, she was clearly distressed at some of the signs that others were taking things too far. Especially to a young man. DC: 20
[]Work on your Comedy: This, looking at the first draft of the scripts, is a comedy series. And while you are a good actor, you know you are not good at comedy, even if your timing has gotten better. DC: 20
[]Work with the Writers: You want to see what the writers cooked up. DC: 0 (You can write in an idea below, that will make it into the script)
[]Ask to direct an Episode: You have no experience, practically or otherwise, to direct an episode. But what you have is the ability of an actor's perspective. That will be something that will be amazing to show off. DC: 50
You have 5 Actions
Lucasfilms Unlimited Actions:
[]PreProduction (Ironing Out the Script): George is a good Screenwriter… but you can hire several people that can help him (Allows you to hire a screenwriter, and add some small ideas within George's Script. Or just have it focus on one particular aspect that can be improved) DC: 10 (If you want to write in an idea, please linetail below)
[]Managing Mike: You want to make sure Mike is not going to screw around. He is to do a single job. Keep the company afloat. DC:???
[]Let Mike Work: You will give Mike a Freehand to do what he wants to make money. DC: 0 (An action will be Chosen from the list of actions. Shenanigans may ensure)
[]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: ???
[]Begin Production on The Kung Fu Kid: You are ready to start producing the movie and find out just how good of a producer you are. (Starts Production miniturn) (Note, since Star Wars is not finished yet, it would be seen as breaking your promise to George, and he will become very upset about that.)
[]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 really 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: ???
[]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.
Personal Actions:
[]A Plan for the Future: Carrie was sitting next to you. And she asked what you wanted to do. DC: 0 (Write in below what you want to do in the next five years)
[]A Strange Deal: Alan Ladd Jr, has a deal he wants to make.
[]And The Great Friendship Between Debbie Reynolds and Clint Eastwood: You never expected Clint and Debbie to actually spend time together as friends. Isn't that surprising? DC: 30
[] 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 Friendship and Brotherhood of George Lucas: George wants to hang out and have fun. DC: 30
[]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)
[]Continue Developing Marathon Madness: You want to expand the idea and make the script idea you have even better.
[]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 hate yourself for doing this, but you are going to ask Clint for some help, see if he can give you a role. DC: 40 (Clint may be helping you, but not enough to give you a role in one of his films, or risk his reputation on getting you into a movie without some assurance.)
[] 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?)
[]Pitching for Money: So Miss Ball has decided to offer anyone who comes up with a good pitch for a show tens of thousands of dollars. Time to see if you can cash in DC: ??? (Write in Pitch for the CBS Suits to see)
[] 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)
[] Talk to Clint: You want to ask Clint a few questions, like how he met your father? DC: 0 (You just ask Clint about ancient history)
[] Call your parents: You need to call mom and dad, and see how they are doing. DC: 10 (You call your parents and see what they are doing)
[]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)
[]The Call of Creation: You want to create something of your own, a story, an idea that maybe, you can shop around to more talented people. DC: ???. Write in what you want to create. Reward: (Your write-in idea will be going through the creative process)
