Turn 94 (December 1981):
You looked at your eyes and realized something. That something was, the date, December 1, and of course that led to one thing you could not ignore.
Presents. "Carrie I'm taking the day off, did Mary get her list to you so we can prepare." You asked as you sat up, and Carrie only hugged you from behind and pulled you closer.
"No presents, we have time." She said.
"You don't know how our children operate." You said. Mary was special and trying to get her anything that would keep her attention was absolutely vital.
Well, vital in the fact that it might lead to fewer calls to the principal for mischief or playing DND or cyberpunk with her friends because they got everything done and they don't care for many of the books in the library that board them.
The fact that Mary can recite the bible from memory filled you with great joy.
The fact it was King James was absolutely barbaric and made you wonder just where the hell she got a copy and why she was reading that than one of the ones at home. An original Latin translation was easy to come by in the right places, you knew some people who owned them.
Then Carrie rolled onto you and clung to you like a life preserver, even though you were the one that needed saving. "Bruce, we can do this. So stop worrying about it and please come back to sleep."
Oh her eyes were gorgeous now. And it made you realize how tired you were. It was December… which meant that it was time to deal with Mike and his film plans to make Universal his bitch.
She kissed you and you returned the favor, and you both decided that sleep was underrated. And while Carrie was on her safe day, you both made sure…
You knew what she wanted.
You had one more film dammit and then star wars was done and it would all be under control.
Or out of control.
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Napoleon Part 2:
Directed By: Stanley Kubrick.
Written by: Stanley Kubrick
Produced by: Stanley Kubrick, Sidney Sheinberg
Starring: Charles, Prince Napoléon, Michelle Pfeiffer, Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing, Richard Harris, Christopher Plumber, Gérard Depardieu, Jean Rochefort.
"My Enemies are Many. My Equals are None."
Film Quality:
D100 + 500 => 587
Audience Roll:
D100 + 300 => 370
Critic Roll:
D100 + 400 => 499
Domestic:112,982,785
International:411,502,241
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You are going to make yourself swear bloody vengeance at Sid for his bullshit. First Disney has a massive hit last month, and now this?!
Kubrick was mad man that is for certain, and you honestly couldn't blame him, from the rumors you heard to telling Sid and his people to fuck right off and let him edit it himself with his team once they tried to make him release it earlier last year.
Well it paid off, as the second part of Napoleon's Reign, one where he siezes power as the Consul of France was breathtaking to see done, as the entire opening thirty minutes before the credits was simply astounding, and ends on his coronation as Emperor is something to behold. The political skullduggery of Napoleon weaseling his way into power by using his wits, his charm and his sheer brilliance was a sight to behold, and you were all for it.
Charles played his ancestor brilliantly, and when there is not a callback towards the future in dialogue, or the only time that Kubrick used an original piece of dialogue for a scene, the enemies and equals scene, it shows that Charles may not be a trained thespian, but he literally became Napoleon for those brief moments.
Everyone else was absolutely fantastic, though one stands out that came to mind was again, Christopher Lee, who, somehow managed to elevate his performance from the previous movie into a realm that was impossible to really describe as anything other than magical.
But what was the stand out of the entire film was the Battle of Marengo and the coronation of Napoleon. It seemed the Kubrick recreated the battle with almost obsessive detail, over 95 shooting days to get it right, and it was almost impossible to claim otherwise.
What you heard was that Austerlitz was even grander and epic, almost impossible to image that he recaptured the blood hell of that battle like he did with Marengo. It was dirty, filthy, and filled with smoke where it was almost impossible to see anything but somehow, though only the use of Napleon's eyes, and dispatches that most didn't even see the contents of, it was shown to be a devastatingly brilliant move at each and every measure.
Kubrick laid down the gauntlet and it showed that his epic would win in America, over time, as everyone realized that his vision was the greatest there ever was for Napoleon.
And despite your best wishes, you saw the box office numbers and wondered just what was going on, and Award season was upon them for the Oscars. Even if it made less money, it surprisingly didn't matter to Sid, calling Napoleon "The only true opponent to Jones, and it is without question."
And Kubrick made one helluva case for best picture.
Hell you didn't know any better, it could sweep everything at the Academy.
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Lucasfilms Actions:
[]Star Wars Preproduction Extravaganza: George came to you with a big old binder with Dave and Lawrence. "I need your help, Bruce." He said. And that was a big binder. "Oh that, that's just part one.". Then you saw the slave outfit. "GEORGE I'M GOING TO FUCKING KILL YOU!" DC: 0 (Begins a Preproduction Miniturn)
[]Tron: You honestly don't want this film to flop, but you planned for it, and by god, you have to hope that it won't die to Napoleon. DC: 50.
[]The Mike Eisner Action Plan of 1981: Mike called a war council again, though this time, he practically put his foot down. "Bruce, I have a plan, and it's a goddamn good one. So hear me out." DC: 0
[]The Christmas Party of 1981: So it seems that everyone, finally, remembered that the Christmas party is supposed to be fun. And look what you know, it is. However, there is one problem. Some people from reputable ad agencies were trying to stalk them, and that would not do. "George, get the Cameras!" DC: 30
[]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: ???
[]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:
[]The O'Brian Tradition: You are going to start a new tradition. Best make it a good one. DC:???
-[]What do you try to do?
[]All I want for Christmas: Mary is having her first real Christmas, and you want to give her something that she will enjoy.
-[]Write in what you give her.
[]The Sound of fighting: You smile and realize one thing that was rather… uncomfortable. Ginger the cat is fighting one of the neighbors cats again that keeps sneaking into your house. Time to assist her. DC:???
[]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: enjoy and plan format please.
