Chapter 621: Deadpool

"Ryan Reynolds? Isn't this guy filming Green Lantern with Warner Bros.?" Charles was taken aback by Phyllis Jones' words.

"Green Lantern just wrapped up, and he really likes the character Deadpool," Phyllis shrugged.

"Previously, when 20th Century Fox was developing X-Men Origins: Wolverine, they proposed to secure the rights to Deadpool, intending for Ryan Reynolds to play the character. But we didn't agree!"

Deadpool is an anti-hero from Canada, and Ryan Reynolds is also Canadian. This hero is quite the talker, which is pretty in line with Reynolds' comedic talent.

"Anti-hero," Charles stroked his chin. Deadpool is a famous anti-hero from Marvel Comics, with the power of immortality and a sharp tongue and strong abilities.

He first appeared in New Mutants. However, his genetic enhancements were injected post-birth, so he's not considered a part of the mutant species. This was the reason why 20th Century Fox wanted to purchase the rights separately back then. Unfortunately for them, Charles acquired Marvel early on, closing the door on any further sales of hero rights!

"We could include him in the plan. After all, this guy did join the Avengers. We could start with a solo Deadpool movie," Charles was not opposed. Although Capet Pictures couldn't use the mutant system, Deadpool could break the fourth wall, allowing for limitless creative expansion.

Moreover, Reynolds' comedic talent had shown through in Blade: Trinity and The Proposal. He was indeed quite fitting for the role of Deadpool!

In the evening, Charles went on a date with Elizabeth Olsen. Perhaps because they were newly acquainted, there was a sense of freshness.

...

In Washington D.C., Rahm Emanuel, who had stepped down as the White House Chief of Staff, had already realized that the Daley family had abandoned him. He was out of the running for the Mayor of Chicago.

Upon returning home, his brother Ari Emanuel was sitting on the couch, drinking tequila. Seeing Rahm return, Ari simply sighed.

"So, are you planning to go back home to Chicago or to California?" Rahm sat down on the couch and poured himself a drink.

"What about you, any thoughts? I've been tossed aside by Hollywood. Soon, I might vanish like Michael Ovitz. Hollywood's pace is too fast," Ari Emanuel felt extremely unwilling but helpless.

Rahm looked at his brother, "How about we both return home to Chicago?"

Ari shook his head, still unwilling to give up, "Are we really out of options? We're Jews. Is there no one who can help us?"

Rahm frowned, "I was the White House Chief of Staff because Obama wanted to appease Jewish organizations. Unfortunately, after the financial crisis, anti-Semitic sentiments have been rising in society, and some forces were pushing this narrative from behind.

Besides, back then, due to Florida, I had a falling out with Charles Capet. The Jewish community will not estrange him just because of me. You should understand how important Capet Pictures' position is in the media world."

"So, are we just supposed to be Charles Capet's punching bags?" Ari Emanuel was obviously dissatisfied.

"He controls Capet Pictures, and his mother Evelyn controls EDR. Is there really nothing we can find out about them?"

Rahm closed his eyes for a moment, "What could we find out? You're from Hollywood yourself. You know clearly about the development of Capet Pictures and EDR. What do you think you can find?"

"Do you think the antitrust investigation committee hasn't been paying attention to these two Capet family companies? Even if there were issues, the Capet family's powerful lawyers would smooth everything out!"

"I do know some information; Evelyn got some tips from Charles..." Ari explained.

"Ha, violating fair trade principles?" Rahm shook his head. "Don't be foolish. You don't even believe that nonsense yourself. Yes, EDR's development did ride on Capet Entertainment's rapid growth, but is there a problem with that? Stop thinking about it. You're not on his level at all!"

"Recently, Maurice Greenberg, former CEO of AIG, sued the Federal Government, claiming their bailout plan diluted original shareholders' stakes. Former Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, current Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner, and Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke are going to testify.

You need to understand that Charles Capet made as much money during the subprime crisis as John Paulson (Chairman of Paulson & Co.). Not only was there no summons from Washington last year, but it's even more unlikely this year that he'd be court-ordered to testify on these bailout cases.

Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, like AIG, were also taken over by the government. Many hedge fund managers and investment company heads were summoned, but no one mentioned Charles Capet."

Don't think that his youth or his knack for filmmaking and media games are his only strengths. His political connections run deep, with numerous allies in Congress."

Handling such major financial cases is the task of the U.S. Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission. Upon Congressional authorization, the commission can summon related individuals to ensure the objectivity and fairness of their final conclusions.

Yet Congress never authorized them to summon fund managers and owners like Steve Cohen, John Paulson, and Charles Capet, who amassed fortunes during the financial crisis!

What's a Treasury Secretary or Federal Reserve Chairman? They're just spokespeople for the capital behind them.

They aren't in the same league as those who truly control capital. Why do you think they spend money every year to support those members of Congress? Isn't it to ensure they stay safely hidden behind the scenes?

Rahm said seriously, "Don't overthink. The political world is far scarier than Hollywood. In politics, death is common. Right now, you're like an ant in front of him; he could crush you easily!"

"The current Eurozone crisis also involves the operations of these funds and investment companies." Rahm worried his brother might do something foolish, which would indeed result in serious consequences.

Originally hoping to become the first Jewish Mayor of Chicago, Rahm Emanuel now had to continue waiting for another opportunity.

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