In this era where profit came first, only a handful of directors were willing to invest a ton of time, energy, and money to shoot a film or series that might flop.
"I'm not trying to outdo the classics."
Chloe raised an eyebrow slightly, asking, "Then what's your plan?"
"I want to make films that reflect the current social phenomena."
"Current social phenomena?"
The man nodded affirmatively, "Yeah, like you, straight-shooting, sharp as a tack, no-nonsense, and sometimes not so nice."
Chloe halted her steps, slowly turning around to look at him. A trace of a smirk appeared on her face.
"You're saying I'm, straight-shooting, and not nice enough?"
"Yes, but a lot of people like you, right?"
Chloe tilted her head slightly, asking, "Are you complimenting me?"
"I'm just telling it like it is. Ms. Summers, do you see 'not nice' as a form of compliment?"
Chloe chuckled lightly, "A person who is overly nice in this society will likely not make it."
One can be nice, but not too nice.
Otherwise, some people would take advantage of your niceness without end, demanding unreasonably from you. When you couldn't satisfy them, you would become the most unforgivable villain in the world.
"I couldn't agree more with you." the man whispered.
Chloe arrived at Winston's crew, and the experienced ones recognized her at a glance. Chloe greeted them, and soon Manuel brought several boxes of coffee and tea with a few people, distributing to each crew member.
The crew was visibly thrilled.
Chloe felt a bit uncomfortable in this atmosphere, so Winston took her for a tour around the set in the film city.
Unexpectedly, they ran into Danielle who was currently filming.
Danielle was clearly surprised to see Chloe. "Ms. Summers?"
Chloe looked at her, also somewhat surprised. "Ms. Danielle."
"Ms. Summers, what brings you here?"
"Just hanging around."
Danielle nodded at Winston. She was about to collaborate with Winston on a new film, and they'd already met twice.
"Danielle, someone sent flowers again." Someone yelled from behind. Chloe glanced at the large bunch of bright red roses, smiling, "You get back to work..\"
Danielle hastily signed for the flowers. Watching Chloe and Winston's retreating figures, she hurried to catch up.
"Ms. Summers."
"Hmm?"
Danielle bit her lip, whispering, "Ms. Summers, do you know where Seth has been lately?"
Chloe's forehead slightly creased, "Ms. Danielle, you're his girlfriend."
Was it appropriate to ask her this?
Danielle bit the corner of her lip, looking somewhat aggrieved.
"I was just asking casually. I've been filming these days and I'm curious about what he's been up to…"
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