Chapter 25

Since the return of the three main actors, the scam surrounding "Blair the Witch" has been completely exposed.

However, in the fourth week of its release, "Blair the Witch" still achieved good box office results.

In total, after four weeks of release, the film has grossed $105.9 million in North America, and breaking the $100 million mark overseas is only a matter of time.

The success in North America is a definite indication that the film has been commercially successful.

According to information leaked from 20th Century Fox, the rights to the film's offline videotape distribution alone were sold for $7.3 million, just for a twenty-year distribution deal.

The first broadcast rights on television sold for $3.6 million, ultimately being sold to Fox Television, although the television adaptation rights were not sold. Instead, 20th Century Fox is planning to invest in a low-cost soap opera.

The rights to the film adaptation were bought by a film company in Fernando Valley, while the game rights were acquired by a European gaming company.

Although "Blair the Witch" has not finished its theatrical run, in reality, 20th Century Fox has already recouped all its costs and even made a tidy profit.

As for the box office shares that theater companies have yet to pay, it will be pure profit.

From these figures, it's clear that Hollywood distribution companies have various means of profit-making, and box office revenue is just one of them.

The only regrettable aspect is that in 1994, there were many blockbuster films in Hollywood, and "Blair the Witch" could have easily propelled several A-list stars to fame, given its topic's popularity.

However, it's lamentable that the three main actors in the film, though now famous in North America, are not met with praise but instead with countless criticisms, which may lead them to leave Hollywood entirely.

At present, Jessica Chastain regrets having participated in this film.

"Helen, I need an explanation!"

Watching the calmly composed Helen before her, Jessica Chastain suppressed her anger. If it weren't for that damned confidentiality agreement, she would have immediately gone to the media with the truth.

Thinking about the substantial penalty for breach of contract, she could only choose to swallow her pride.

"There's nothing much to explain about this matter."

Helen remained calm, as if Jessica Chastain's arrival was not unexpected.

"But I can offer you some advice: take a break from Hollywood for a while, perhaps enroll in a decent university."

"Wait until the media and the public gradually forget about this incident, and then you can come back with a new identity."

"After all, as a woman, you'll find it easier to gain sympathy and understanding from the media and the public."

Taking a break from Hollywood!

Jessica Chastain's breath became rapid, and it took her a while to calm down before reluctantly agreeing, "I accept your advice."

"But I need a job and a salary that's enough to pay for university tuition."

She was well aware that no matter how resentful she felt towards Helen, she couldn't change the situation.

By choosing to endure silently and temporarily leave Hollywood until the North American media and public forget about this incident, she could come back with the identity of a university student.

The only thing that made her feel a bit troubled was that university tuition wasn't cheap, and there was also the hurdle of passing the interview, which wasn't easy either.

"A very smart choice."

A smile appeared on Helen's refined face.

At the same time, she took out an envelope and a check from her purse and placed them in front of Jessica Chastain.

"This is a recommendation letter written by a prominent alumna of the University of Southern California, which will help you easily pass the interview."

"As for this check, it's a bonus from 20th Century Fox for you, enough to cover your tuition fees."

Almost every film company in Hollywood, after the success of a film, will give some bonuses to the crew members.

In this regard, 20th Century Fox naturally wouldn't be stingy.

A recommendation letter from a prominent alumna of the University of Southern California!

And a bonus from 20th Century Fox for the film!

Jessica Chastain's mood suddenly became very complicated, and it was difficult to articulate the words that were on the tip of her tongue.

"Anyway, I just want to say thank you."

"Thank you, Helen."

"I'll attend the celebration banquet held by 20th Century Fox tonight as scheduled."

As the distributor and sole copyright owner of the film, 20th Century Fox specifically organized a large celebration banquet. The three main actors from the film, including Helen, were all on the guest list.

Oh, and Ryan, as the film's sole investor, producer, director, and part-time screenwriter, was naturally on the guest list as well.

However, he had yet to receive any notification from Helen.

Obviously, Helen didn't want him to show up.

As Jessica Chastain bid farewell and left, Helen breathed a sigh of relief inwardly. If it wasn't absolutely necessary, she didn't want to fall out with the three main actors in the film, especially Jessica Chastain, who had the most potential for development.

Once she returned to Hollywood, relying on the advantages of being a woman, Jessica Chastain would easily garner sympathy and understanding from the media and the public. Moreover, when Jessica Chastain returned to Hollywood, she wouldn't be an unknown newcomer anymore.

For Stellar Talent Agency, she would be a somewhat significant signed actress, enough to play supporting roles in some low-budget films.

After some consideration, Helen reached out and dialed a number, Ryan's number.

Before long, the call was connected.

"I'd like to talk to you about the casting of that young actress for 'Saw.' Recently, I signed a very promising young girl who is completely suitable for the role in the script."

Speaking of this matter, Helen suddenly felt a bit annoyed.

Previously, when Ryan didn't have an assistant, matters like this didn't require a special phone call; she could decide them herself.

Unless it was for important roles in the film, Ryan almost never refused.

But ever since Sofia Coppola arrived, many things had become complicated.

Even though Sofia Coppola was introduced by her, and the two had been close friends for many years, many matters regarding the film crew were very complicated, and Sofia needed to consider them from Ryan's perspective.

Helen understood that this was inevitable; she was only Ryan's agent, and the film's investor was Ryan, not her.

Regarding the selection of actors, only Ryan could make the decision, and neither she nor Sofia Coppola had the authority to do so.

With no other choice, Helen could only personally call Ryan to discuss this matter.

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