The Production that Lives For Something? Turn 63 (October 1978)
Production roll:
D100 - 70 => -39
Huh. Honestly, this was actually really easy. Sure you had the benefit of being on a really easy production, in LA, where most of everyone either lived in, or lived near, and were camped out in very close hotels.
And there was the fact, more often than not, you learned that Kathleen Kennedy was criminally underrated, and if you didn't have bad feelings about her every now and then, as well as her questionable, as you would call it, storytelling decisions… as well as her being under contract with Colombia for another film… You would have hired her.
For as much as she may not be a good storyteller, she was a dammed wizard when it came to just the production side of filmmaking. She managed to get everything she needed, and what you needed, to your specifications, or to that of your other crew members.
It also made things very easy once you finally managed to start shooting, and she even got you to start experimenting with how you could shoot because you had more time to actually experiment.
Even Clint was surprised about some of the ideas you tried to shoot. You'd lose a few takes, but the way you used the camera to try and show Batman's thought process, zooming in, out, and then fading out, then using a focus, covering the lens like Bruce/Batman was blinking, finally noticing.
Using the language of cinema to show how the detective's mind.
Everyone was impressed. Especially you.
And it was fun. You managed to get a lot of the principal photography done, and you were able to get indulgent.
The Fights were coming, and after you brought in the whole team from the Gym after you told off Alan's… not-acceptable stunt team and Armorer… You were happy.
Nothing could go wrong now, because you were Batman…
God that was so stupid and cheesy.
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You have 12 actions.
You must spend 4 actions on Batman production.
The Batman Production (Currently in Production):
[]A Funny Moment: So Christopher Reeves showed up in full superman Regalia... you are going to have some fun with this. DC: 45
[]The Man who would be Alfred: He looked at you with a raised eyebrow, and then gave a frown. "Well, It seems that the acting of Americans has devolved since I last worked on production if you are the star of the show?" DC: 40
[]Meeting Jodie: You and Jodie saw each other briefly when she was in Lucasfilms for recording, but really you saw nothing more of her. Try and change that might be a good idea. DC: 30
[]The Batman must be… something: You have an idea of a scene where Batman interacts with a couple of very young hoodlums, who are clearly being threatened. How do you want to do it (Linetail how you want to try and shoot it)
[]A Cowardly and Superstitious lot: Batman being more than a man… that is something you want to put through the eyes of his… adversary. How would you do it? (Linetail how do you want to try and shoot it?)
[]The Most important thing: You are going to try and film the Murder of the Waynes… How do you do it (Linetail how do you want to try and shoot it?)
[]Faya's Fareway: She was not happy about any of this, but mostly it was because she saw you and Clint and really thought something. Yet finally she said it. DC: 20
[]The Great Scenes of Robert Redford: You and Robert did not know each other that much, but you were happy that he was taking to this well. He just didn't really like the idea of being the villain… hopefully, you can change his tune. DC: 30
[]The Police are coming: You saw Lou and
Stiers and honestly wondered how you could turn them into more… less… dammit what was the word, one note characters. DC: 20
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Lucasfilms Unlimited Actions:
[]So How many people are coming in now?: Ever since Gundam was released, Tomino has been… swamped. No not by anything bad… but from the literal thousands of animators that want to try to join… He needs help. DC:???
[]The Media Blitz of Conan The Barbarian: You are looking at the media list that Mike put up. "Alright, who's first?" He said. (Linetail what you want to do next) 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 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:
[]Carrie Look at the… Holy Shit?:So Carrie's business partners just came to talk to her. Thankfully, it was… good. Jesus Christ that is a lot of money. DC: 0
[]You Feel so Soft: Mary squeezed your arm, as she snuggled you. "I love you." She said. "I know"
[]A Quiet Moment: You look at Carrie before she finally lays down next to you. "You wanna know something?" DC: 0
[]Brandon needs some… stuff: You look at Brandon and realize that cooping him up in your mansion was not going to be a good idea. DC: 45
[]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)
[]Your Rival: Arnold Schwarzenegger. You have no idea who this guy is… also, why does he want to rival you. Also, what the fuck is he doing, going around saying you are the only reason that things got so weird? Whatever that means. DC: 30
[]Game Shows: You want to go on a Game show, you are sure that Lucille might get you in on one of them. DC: 40
[]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)
[]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?)
[]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.)
[]Calling You're Parents: You are going to call your parents and see what they want. DC: 10
[] 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: Now let me sleep.
