From Homeless to Hollywood Mogul
James Cameron was homeless when he wrote Terminator, according to History Pics. Yet he sold the film rights for $1. Why? He took the extremely low salary in exchange for getting to direct the project. Smart bargain.
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James Cameron was homeless when he wrote Terminator, according to History Pics. Yet he sold the film rights for $1. Why? He took the low pay in exchange for getting to direct the project. Smart bargain.
Image via History Pics