America 1919

Chapter 1577 - 575: The Block Family Are the True Masters of Venus Bank (Part 2)

Currently, Cameron Block is a highly regarded and esteemed mayor among the citizens of Los Angeles.

At this moment, Café Jackson also let out a sigh of relief; in fact, when Cameron Block proposed this idea, Café Jackson had already considered Los Angeles as one of the trial locations.

But Café Jackson was genuinely worried that Cameron Block would really think of himself as a diligent and people-loving mayor.

"With your words, Mr. Block, I know exactly what to do!"

Café Jackson said happily.

Cameron Block said: "Additionally, once United Artists releases the related movie, I will contact the Oscars. Then you can promote the film through national media and ABC, so that it can become a big winner at the Oscars, which will increase its influence significantly!"

The Oscars were established in 1929.

The organizer is still the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, a non-profit organization that was actually founded only in 1927.

Initially, it included 36 members, almost all of whom were well-known figures in the film industry at the time.

Well, outsiders don’t know, but these members are almost all friends of Cameron Block.

If they weren’t, they wouldn’t have been among the earliest members.

Now, spurred by Cameron Block, the Oscars have long become the most authoritative film award in the United States.

Winning an Oscar, in the eyes of the general public, was like getting an official endorsement.

In fact, aside from its financial connections with Cameron Block, the Oscars have no ties with the official government.

It’s like the relationship between ESPN and the NBA – ESPN is merely the largest sports channel in the U.S., and to put it plainly, it is just a media outlet.

As for its relationship with the NBA, it’s limited to ESPN being the NBA’s biggest advertiser.

For the NBA, as a sports event, bending the knee to earn money from its sponsors occasionally is quite legitimate.

"If that’s the case, it would be great!"

Café Jackson said gleefully; he had actually come to meet Cameron Block to bring up this matter.

Now that Cameron Block mentioned it proactively, it strengthened Café Jackson’s approval of Cameron Block.

"Regarding the movie, I think it should be mainly handled by George Rudolph. After all, he is the president of United Artists and understands movie operations better.

As for Siegel, I believe it’s more suitable to let him assist George Rudolph!"

Café Jackson looked at Cameron Block, speaking in a consultative tone.

Cameron Block expressed satisfaction: "This is indeed safer!"

As the stock market crash loomed, Donnie ordered the FBI to deport Charlie Chaplin, leaving United Artists leaderless.

After Venus Bank repurchased United Artists, Donnie originally intended to appoint Griffith as the president of United Artists.

But Griffith was already weary of the internal strife within United Artists,

and ultimately not only refused Donnie’s appointment, but also resigned from all his positions at United Artists, keeping only his shares, and now does not release new movies anymore.

He’s become something of a carefree wanderer.

In this situation, Donnie accepted Cameron Block’s recommendation to appoint the former deputy director of production at United Artists as the president.

Before coming to Los Angeles, Café Jackson had already done a detailed investigation of United Artists.

He naturally knew about this matter, and realized that this George Rudolph must be a close associate of Cameron Block.

Now, United Artists is to cooperate with his plan.

Although Donnie has already decided to let him have full charge of this matter.

If it weren’t for Cameron Block’s performance today, according to Café Jackson’s plan, George Rudolph was to cooperate with Siegel Bowie on this matter.

However now, Café Jackson abandoned that idea; he didn’t want to have any unhappiness with Cameron Block.

Recognizing Café Jackson’s tact, Cameron Block continued to offer his opinions.

"Moreover, I will notify Walter to have Disney cooperate with your plan by launching a series of cartoons about living in peace and contentment."

After all, your plan is a long-term one; it not only requires promotion among young people, but also needs to instill this concept in children from a young age.

By the time they grow up, this concept will become ingrained in their consciousness."

Café Jackson nodded and resolved that upon returning, he would instruct Siegel Bowie to frequently meet with Cameron Block – a man with equally profound ideas.

"After hearing your ideas, Block, I suddenly feel like my trip to Los Angeles is a bit redundant. I should have just let Siegel Bowie come over!"

Siegel Bowie will remain in Los Angeles to oversee this project, while Virgil House will stay stationed in New York.

Cameron Block chuckled lightly: "If you hadn’t come, Jackson, how would we have had today’s conversation?"

Café Jackson nodded.

Later, Cameron Block invited Café Jackson to stay at his home for dinner.

After seeing off Café Jackson, Emma Block brought a cup of coffee to Cameron Block.

"It seems that from now on, Café Jackson won’t underestimate you anymore!"

Cameron Block chuckled and said: "How he sees me doesn’t matter; what matters is, through this incident, he’ll understand that on the Block Family’s big ship,

only Donnie and I are the captains, and everyone else is just our crew!"

Emma Block licked Cameron Block’s neck from bottom to top until she reached his earlobe. When Cameron Block pulled her into his arms, Emma Block smiled and asked:

"What about John?"

Cameron Block’s expression froze, thinking about his foolish elder brother, he voiced the same doubt as Donnie: "I really suspect that John was secretly fathered by our mother with Johnny from Elwood Village!"

Johnny, the infamous fool from Elwood Village.

Emma Block giggled coquettishly.

Cameron Block shook his head, but still said: "Alright, John is also the other first officer of this big ship."

The Block Family’s big ship can only have Donnie Block as the captain.

Cameron Block considers himself the first mate of this big ship, but now he has no choice but to grudgingly count John in as well.

After all, he is a Block!

"Well, let me call Donnie first, then I’ll deal with you later!"

As he spoke, Cameron Block placed Emma Block down and picked up the phone on the table.

Seeing this, Emma Block wisely left Cameron Block’s study.

"Café Jackson just left from here!"

After dialing, Cameron Block said this.

A gentle laugh came from Donnie on the other end of the line.

"It seems that your conversation went well."

Cameron Block nodded and said: "After telling him the content of your and my plans, Café Jackson indeed became more obedient!"

The detailed plan Cameron Block had discussed beforehand with Café Jackson was actually something Donnie and Cameron Block had already planned out in advance.

Designating major cities as pilot locations for the plan was Donnie’s idea, while the Oscars and Disney’s animation were Cameron Block’s contributions.

Donnie was also very aware of the others’ thoughts regarding Cameron Block, like Café Jackson.

By doing this now, Donnie was essentially making Café Jackson and the others understand one truth.

That is, members of the Block Family are the true masters of Venus Bank.

No matter how high Café Jackson’s status in Venus Bank is, he has to obey the orders of the Block Family members!

"I believe this plan, as long as it progresses step by step, will not encounter significant problems. Your side concerning military business progress is the biggest issue!"

Café Jackson spoke earnestly with Donnie.

Donnie nodded and said: "I know. I will personally look into it. You just take care of things on the California side!"