Time Skip…
I get out of my car and walk up to a building labeled DreamHigh Studios. I walk into the building and approach the front desk. "Hello, I have a meeting scheduled with Anthony Reign."
"What's the name," the receptionist said not looking up.
"Eren Wayne."
Her face turns red, "Yes Mr. Reign, will meet you in his office. I apologize Mr. Wayne." I thanked the receptionist and went for the elevator.
I walk through the door and see a middle-aged man staring at a computer sitting at a desk who looks like he needs a vacation. He looks up to meet my eyes and a smile erupts from his face.
"Eren it's good to see you", he stands up and gives me a hug. "Wow, you look good. You've been going to the gym?", I simply nodded in response. "So, what is it that you wanted to visit me for", he said sitting down in his desk chair. Anthony is not family however he knew both my parents and was basically an uncle to me and my sister growing up.
"Well, I've been cooped up in my home for too long, I spent the last few months getting into shape and healthy. I think it's time I step up and continue the family legacy and bring DreamHigh to the top."
His face showed surprise then turned into a smile, "Glad to hear it. Being in charge can suck you know," he said cracking a laugh.
"I'm looking to direct a film." He looked up at me with a complicated look.
"I'm happy to hear that you are healthy, I remember Veronica telling me a few months ago that you were struggling but I'm glad you are deciding to make a change for the better. But directing is not something I would recommend jumping into, especially when you have no experience and no script."
"Well, I have an idea about that," I said putting a pile of papers on the desk. "This is a script for a movie called Home Alone." He picks up the script with a shocked look on his face. "The main premise is about a family who is going on vacation for Christmas. The parents are really bad parents, and they end up forgetting one of their children at home. While at home some burglars try to break into the home with the kid inside. The story is about all the tricks and pranks the kid pulls to stop the intruders from succeeding."
Uncle flips through the script and begins to read the story while listening to me. "The film can be made with little money as there is not that much CGI or special effects in the movie. The thing that will attract people is the story. Not to sound cheesy but the feeling of being a child and wanting to do all the things the main character does."
Uncle looks up and exhales like he was holding his breath while reading. "Where did you get this script."
'Looks like I got him on a hook,' "I wrote it and it's my idea." He looked up in surprise and had a questioning look on his face. "What do you mean by the film would need little CGI or special effects."
"I already have an idea of how the film is supposed to be shot. It won't cost much money I'll even finance the movie I just need the personnel to complete it."
Uncle POV...
I say there thinking, 'It's a good script and idea from what I've read and he's willing to finance the whole movie. Currently, our people don't have much planned.'"Alright, you got a deal". We both stand up and confirm it with a handshake.
Eren POV...
After we talked about the team needed and the actors as well. The role would go out and I made a point to mention not getting A-list actors for the roles. 'I want someone who
A: Won't cost much money
B: I want unrecognized talent.
The harsh reality is that I want to create someone's resume not be part of it.'
I then walked to a different part of the building to greet the filming crew; some of which I knew.
As I open the door I look around and spot someone, "Wassup my man." The person turns around and sees me and walks toward me.
"Always good to see your dumb ass", he approaches me and gives me a bro handshake. Brian, a friend I knew from High School. I put in a word with my parents to get him a job at DreamHigh. "Ready to start working."
"What do you mean by getting to work".
"I'm directing a new film." Shock appeared on Brian's face. "No way. It was approved as well?"
"Yes, it was approved. I'll have Anthony send you the script so you can read it."
"Okay man, I see you. Glad you're doing ok after what happened," he said putting a hand on my shoulder.
"Thx, once Uncle finished reading the script let's get lunch to discuss all the details about the movie." We both said goodbye and I left the building.
After that, I went to the bank and got a small loan of a couple million dollars. While I had money, I knew that it wouldn't be enough to finance the whole movie.
After getting the loan I went ahead and registered Home Along so no one else could steal my idea. When I got back home, I did my workout and showed Veronica how to cook my evening meal. When I got to my room, I really wanted to go to sleep but I needed to do something first. 'System open fan value shop.'
My field of vision was then covered, and a bunch of skill options opened up. A bunch of them I wanted but I have to wait until I get more fan value, I have to get what is needed.
{Skill [Special Effects Coordinator 'Beginner'] Obtained, Skill [Directing 'Beginner'] Obtained. Skill [Directing 'Beginner'] Upgraded To [Directing 'Average'], Skill [Directing 'Average'] Upgraded To [Directing 'Proficient'] Completed. Remaining Fan Value 6.}
Suddenly a bunch of information is absorbed into my brain for about a minute. Once it ended I felt like I had the knowledge of a decent director and knew a good amount about special effects. Looking at the breakdown I could see that buying each skill was 5 fan value and upgrading a skill once is 3 fan value and upgrading it again took another 6 fan value.
Brrzzzz Brrzzzzz, 'who could be texting me.'
Uncle: Hey read the full script I went ahead and contacted talent agencies for auditions. If you're up for it, we can start tomorrow.
Me: Yes, I'll be there.
'I got lunch with Brian as well better get some sleep.'