Entertainment: Starting as a Succubus, Taking Hollywood by Storm-Chapter 467 - 468: Acting? Who Needs It When I Have Magic!

The movie continued.

Buffalo, once a peaceful city, descended into chaos thanks to Bruce's reckless use of divine powers.

By granting every single person's wish, he had unknowingly set off a disaster.

Millions of people won the lottery, but the jackpot was split so many ways that each winner only received a pitiful sum.

People felt cheated.

Riots broke out.

Some started predicting the end of the world.

It didn't take much for people with miserable lives to make the world even more chaotic.

Bruce, after experiencing a car accident and hearing Grace's inner thoughts, finally understood what he truly needed in life.

It turned out that even God wasn't omnipotent.

People wished for miracles, but they never stopped to ask themselves—did they deserve those miracles?

Were they even capable of handling them?

Parting a bowl of soup? That wasn't a miracle—just a cheap magic trick.

But a single mother, working two jobs yet still making time to take her child to soccer practice?

That was a miracle.

If Bruce wanted to win Grace back, he had to rely on himself.

—

The laughter in the theater began to fade.

By the time Bruce started self-reflecting, the audience, once thrilled by his godlike powers, grew quiet.

At the film's climax, they weren't just watching Bruce bare his soul—

They were also listening to their own.

It felt like a baptism.

Everyone in that theater was a working adult.

All of them chased their dreams.

All of them pursued wealth.

And in that pursuit, how many of them had lost sight of what truly mattered?

How many had drifted away from their original selves—

Becoming impatient, irrational, or even downright unbearable, just like Bruce?

At first, when Bruce gained God's powers and started messing around, the audience had felt excited.

But by the end of the film, they had learned something profound—

No one else controls your destiny.

Only you do.

Powers given by others, without the wisdom to use them, will only destroy your life.

—

Even the critics in the audience were silent.

They had come here to tear the film apart.

Instead, they found themselves moved.

(*PS: Bruce Almighty isn't some brainless slapstick comedy.

It made huge money worldwide, including in Europe, where audiences usually dislike American-style absurd humor.

The story may not be as brilliantly structured as The Truman Show, but its message is anything but shallow.)

As they watched, the critics realized—

The film had ambitions.

It wasn't just about making people laugh—it wanted to say something deeper.

Of course, that didn't mean they wouldn't criticize it.

But they were hesitant.

Because now, they were afraid.

If they trashed this movie, but it still became a huge box office success—

Then their credibility as critics would completely collapse.

—

Jim Carrey was just as surprised.

But unlike the critics, he wasn't thinking about film analysis—

He was thinking about Martin.

Jim had never believed that Martin could outshine him in comedy.

He had assumed that Martin would tone down the comedic aspects of Bruce Almighty—

Even if his Jack Sparrow was funny, that was just one character.

Sustaining an entire comedy film was an entirely different skill set.

A comedy film could explore deeper themes, sure.

But first and foremost, it had to be funny.

People could walk out of the theater crying—

But they had to laugh first.

And Martin's performance...

Jim had to admit, it shocked him.

Martin didn't use exaggerated expressions or over-the-top body language like Jim did.

So how the hell did he manage to make people laugh so easily?

With just a single glance?

With just a simple line?

—

Martin, watching the big screen, smirked.

He was very satisfied with his performance.

Hah.

A Cambion isn't just someone people "like"...

A Cambion's charm can do more than that—it can make people laugh, cry, or even rage.

He didn't need Jim Carrey's wild facial expressions or exaggerated physical comedy.

All it took was precise gestures, subtle expressions, and well-timed delivery—

And he could amplify the comedic effect effortlessly.

Jim had acting skills?

So what?

I have magic.

—

The film ended.

And the applause began.

It was thunderous.

It was endless.

—

The cast and crew took the stage.

Jennifer Aniston beamed.

Not just her usual Hollywood-smile-for-the-cameras—

But a genuine, pure smile.

After all, this was her first major box office hit.

Her career had been smooth—

After landing a few minor roles, she had immediately scored the lead in Friends, a cultural phenomenon.

It made her famous.

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It made her rich.

But... it also trapped her.

No matter what movie she starred in, she could never escape the shadow of Rachel Green.

No matter what character she played, audiences always saw Rachel Green.

And her box office numbers?

Always underwhelming.

(*PS: Honestly, Jennifer's movies never really had any blockbusters.

Most were just decent, but never huge hits.

Even Bruce Almighty—most people only remember Jim Carrey.

The only other movie where she truly stood out was We're the Millers—

And, well... let's just say that pool scene was unforgettable.)

—

But now?

Bruce Almighty was a massive success.

Martin had done it again.

Not just in bed—

But at the box office, too.

Hah.

She was going to reward him tonight.

Thinking of this, her smile grew even sweeter.

—

After the press conference, the premiere wrapped up.

Jennifer gave Martin a look.

He understood immediately.

They left separately...

And later, reunited at Jennifer's farmhouse in the countryside.

Under the moonlight, bodies entwined, lost in passion.

It was yet another blissful night.

—

Meanwhile, the internet exploded.

"I never expected Martin to have comedic talent! This movie was hilarious."

"Not just funny—it was so satisfying. Man, I wish I could have God's powers for a day."

"I always knew Martin had humor. Just look at his interviews—and Jack Sparrow."

"The ending broke me. I actually cried. A comedy made me cry?!"

"Martin chose a non-cute role, but somehow, I saw myself in Bruce."