The End of the Year is Something Incredible
[X]The Lucasfilms Christmas Party: George, this is going to party… Dammit, I will come, because Carrie said I had to. DC:0 Rolled:
D100 => 23
You looked at the people at the party and then looked at Carrie. "Have I become a Grinch? That's supposed to be Mike's Job!"
Continued in: The Christmas Party of 75
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-[X]The Final Countdown for George Lucas: You looked at Sly, Mike, Marcia, and George, and shook your head. "George, I think we're about to get that conversation we want to have." DC: ??? Rolled:
D100 => 1 (Auto Pass)
George was a stubborn Mule, but even he couldn't get through this situation. "Fine, you cornered me, in my office, and won't let me leave." He turned to Mike. "Did you put them up to this?"
Mike merely shrugged. "This was a calculated business decision that we have gone through. I have gone through all the risks. Releasing Rocky is one of them that I have believed would save this company from financial struggles."
George was almost wild at that thought. "Really, except now, my president is telling me what to do in my studio!" He pointed to Sly. "I'm not going to lose another film to someone who just had a good script and was impressed-"
Sly realized just how upset George was, and he was not thinking straight and was not taking it personally, but you stood up. "Hey, George, don't take it out on Sly, I'm the one who decided to bring us all together!"
George did not like the answer you gave… because of how hurt he became from the voice speaking to him being your's "We had a promise, Bruce!" his voice was almost cracking from how hurt he sounded, unable to reconcile the fact you were working against him.
"We did." You responded calmly, letting George vent his frustrations onto you. "And I'm asking you to change it, knowing full well how much this means to you. And I don't come to this conclusion lightly."
George exploded, gone was the meek director and your friend. In was a man who clearly was afraid. "And what then Bruce! Are you going to ask me to do something else? To make some film that I don't want to make, because it will help the company! To set aside my artistic credentials and ideas, because I happen to be one of the more talented directors, and we have to sacrifice for the greater good of this company!"
"And what happens when we can't pay the bills, George? What happens when Universal comes over and fucks us because they decided to stop toying with us and not to play fair! Because you know they will! They've tried to do it before to us!" You screamed at George. "I hate this because I broke my damn word to you!"
Everyone seemed to be secondary to you. And you calmed yourself. Taking a deep breath and making sure George was also calming down. "You're going to listen to Mike. You're going to listen to Marcia, Sly, and Me… Because we aren't doing this just to break promises."
"We're doing this to save your movie and your studio, you can have one, or the other, or you can listen to us, and maybe we can have both, and that's going to rock Hollywood harder than anything I've ever done!"
And George was still. "So for the love of God, George, please, just listen to your family!"
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It took over an hour before you finished… but George didn't say anything for a week.
And as you sat in your office, writing… you just… saw him come in, seemingly happy.
You looked at him with a raised eyebrow… and saw George try to leave. "George." You said his name, as he stopped.
He just took a breath. "Mike already knows. Rocky is going to release soon… probably in the Summer."
He listened.
He didn't need to say anymore.
Reward: Rocky will release in the Summer, and it will be the first Official Lucasfilms Unlimited Production Released.
George has realized, for good, that this is no longer just his studio.
Unknown Effect on How Hollywood Reacts (hint, they will never see it coming)
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-[X]How Warner will Be Looted: So… How will the courts handle Warner Bro's disintegration and selling of their assets? DC: 30/??? Rolled:
D100 => 92
"Six months. They are holding off for another Year?" You asked. "What happened."
"California court got involved, same with federal, they want to get all the… chickens in one basket so to speak." Mike smiled. "I think we can do something about that… Something quite good."
You could see the Evil in Mike's Eyes.
It scared you.
Reward: Due to Warner's Collapse, California and Federal courts have gotten involved and delayed the selling of assets for one year.
How… convenient. If you didn't know any better, you'd say Miek was involved, but you think it's a coincidence, and nothing more.
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-[X]The Olympics with Bruce O'Brian: You are going to continue this story of Olympic might… with a member of the women's Team. Shirley Babashoff. DC: 10 Rolled:
D100 => 97
To say that you decided to go… Emmy Mode was a complete understatement. You see, you looked at some of the scripts, and the questions, and many of the shots.
You told them all that you were not going to make this… Abomination. You were going to make Art.
Shirley was a bit confused when you followed her through her routine.
But you did have some fun keeping up with her, a camera in hand, and just doing what you do best.
Shoot with a camera.
When that was done, you started asking questions and just did some of the following interviews.
And oh boy was it electric. You decided to ask the questions in order of what she liked doing, leaving the patriotic fluff out for the end, where it came off as more of a joke than anything too serious.
That made it both relatable and funny.
And to say that the style of questioning was both… funny, entertaining, and captivating, you were satisfied with it.
Reward: You managed to make quite a showing of the next part, and frankly, you were extremely satisfied with the finished product… once the Government men were shown that you needed not some fluff piece, but actually artistry.
And when they gave you all the time in the world to work with.
+1 to directing skill.
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-[X]And Carrie Begins to Become Awesome: Carrie is willing to work on one of the many pitches you have and write screenplays for them. (Linetail what you want to see if she can… produce)
--[X] The Playground Rolled:
D100 => 27+150=177
Script Quality:
D100 + 20 => 78
"So… How is the script?" She asked as she looked at the mess in your office.
-[X]Continue Developing Marathon Madness: You want to expand the idea and make the script idea you have even better. Rolled:
D100 => 75
Script Quality:
D100 + 20 => 71
"BLARGH!" You said as you slammed your head down on the desk. "I hate this!"
"You completed it though?" She said with a smile.
Reward:
The Playground and Marathon Madness have been completed and can now be produced.
+1 to screenwriting skill
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-[X]And the Last Cowboy:Clint just relaxed on his chair by his pool "So kid, thanks for coming." DC: 10 Rolled:
D100 => 72
You and Carrie were at Clint's house in Hollywood and frankly, you were just… really trying to ignore the paparazzi. "Clint, you know-"
"Oh, I know." He said with a smile. "Feels nice to know that I hate them just as much as you do."
"Yet why did you let them come?" You asked.
"Oh, I needed cover from any potential spy in the middle because someone has been going through my mail, trying to find any correspondence between myself and you," Clint replied. "Take a seat."
You laid down on the seat, while Carrie went to talk to his wife and just have a happy time. "Listen I hate to ask for this, but I need help."
"Clint, you know I will-"
He raised a hand and sat you back. "Relax." He said. You sat back and looked at the drink resting upon the table. "Hope you don't mind the orange juice, been a little carried away."
"Well, why are we playing a game of spies?" You asked. "And why are you worried someone is going through your mail?"
"That is because someone from Universal offered me a six-picture deal and I turned it down. Quite loudly, when I said that I was thinking about something else."
"Retaliation?"
"Oh no, I don't think they would go that far, but After Warner bros got shuttered… well, I wouldn't put it past them." He then smiled and took a sip of his drink. "Bit tougher than the average actor." He then chuckled at himself. "No, I need your help to get Dirty Harry."
You frowned. "So that's why you're throwing the party? Asking me for help?"
"Universal already offered me 10 million dollars to tie me down as the director… But I had no control over my own film or character." He paused and set his glass down. "And honestly, I know for a fact that they want to hold my character, hostage, for leverage."
"You're asking me for help?"
Clint nodded. "I wouldn't ask if I had any other options."
You nodded. "Well, thanks for the business talk Clint, but… I think we should both just… relax. We got a year to plan for that."
Clint nodded. "So… I have to ask… How is Carrie treating you in bed?"
You spat out your drink. "Clint what the hell!?" You swore at him.
Clint just chuckled. "I knew that would get a rise out of you, now I owe some people money."
"What?"
Reward: You learned that in between jokes, Clint is desperate for help to get Dirty Harry Back.
And while you made no promises, you have learned that he would need your help to get it.
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-[X]Calling Your Parents: You are going to call your parents and see what they want. DC: 10 Rolled:
D100 => 11
You looked at the phone and then sighed. "Sorry Mom, work was busy."
Mom understood. "I'm still proud of you and Carrie being able to have common ground."
Reward: You and Mom had a good… short chat.
AN: BLARGH!
I am so tired right now.
