King of Hollywood

"I love this script, Ed, the writers are so good, I can almost smell the aroma of those Italian dishes, it's so good, and I also have this workaholic female big picture in my mind. The image of the chef," Mandy Gale said while drinking wine, "I have even found the tone of this movie, it should be..."

Adrian next to ""Scorching Summer"" then continued.

"That's right, it's the atmosphere and tone of "Scorching Summer"." Mandy slapped happily, then looked at Adrian in surprise, "Have you seen the movie I directed?"

"Of course, the reason why I asked you to direct this movie is because I saw your movie." Adrian said with a smile.

"It's great, man, I must direct this movie," Mandy said excitedly.

"Then it's settled. I will let the company discuss the contract and specific matters with you as soon as possible. If it goes well, I hope to start the machine at the end of April." Adrian nodded, and then made a gesture to Charlize next to him. Gestures, but Charlize had already started jotting down the memo as soon as the first sentence was said.

"No problem, I will do my best." Mandy blew a big whistle, then asked after thinking of something: "By the way, Ed, why don't you direct this movie yourself? You know, you are a miracle now director"

"Because I need to rest, don't think it's easy to make three movies a year, Mandy. I won't do anything until I have enough rest." Adrian waved his hand and stood up, " Well, that's it, I'll go back first."

"Wait, Ed, we have a party tonight, maybe you can join," Mandy stopped him beaming, "There's unlimited beer, and hot girls, and Holly Hunter too participated."

"Sorry, I have other arrangements." Adrian declined his proposal, and then left the bar with Charlize.

"Do you have a driver's license, Charlie?" he asked suddenly when he came to the car.

Charlize was taken aback for a moment, then she spread her hands and replied, "Only a driver's license."

"It's okay, I'll just sit next to you." Before Charlize wanted to say something, Adrian waved his hand: "I drank a little too much just now, and I don't want to be troubled by the police. Don't worry, just drive Go slow, unless you've never touched a car since you got your license."

"Okay." Charlize no longer refused, took the car keys and sat in the driver's cab.

Seeing the street scene receding continuously, Adrian, who was sitting in the co-pilot, stretched a little. The key to deciding that Mandy Gail will be in charge of the director of "Delicious Love" lies in his intention. ethnicity. In the West, Italian food and French food are the most famous. British food has always been despised. As for the United States, which can be regarded as the same cultural heritage, it is the representative of fast food. Therefore, if you want to shoot food movies, you can only go to Work hard on Italian and French dishes.

Because Adrian chose Monica as the heroine, the food in the movie will only be Italian food, and the director naturally had better find someone who also understands Italian food. Two directors with similar abilities, whoever knows more about Italian cooking can do better in details - this is Mandy's advantage. After reading the materials and talking today, Adrian is more sure This, coupled with his good ability and experience, naturally chose him.

The rest can be handed over to Laverne. Adrian made a decision after thinking about it in his mind. He believes that Monica will give himself a surprise in this movie. You must know that it took a long time to choose this script.

Since she is her own woman, of course she cannot be wronged. Recalling Monica's enthusiasm, Adrian couldn't help looking at Charlize beside her, who was driving the car intently with her eyes straight ahead.

"How do you feel?" He suddenly asked.

Charlize turned her head and gave him a look: "Is this the norm in Hollywood or what?"

"It's normal," Adrian smiled. "Actually, I thought I would see a smoky scene. It's surprising that these guys didn't smoke marijuana. Basically, Hollywood parties and school students The parties are the same, except more extravagant, louder and more unscrupulous."

"Really?" Charlize replied noncommittally.

Adrian was slightly surprised, and after thinking for a while, he asked, "Don't tell me, you never attended such a party when you were in school or when you were dancing ballet."

"How come, I have attended a few times, but I always feel a little out of place." Although Charlize said in a relaxed tone, a trace of disgust flashed in his eyes, "The number of parties I have attended in the past two years has been even less. All the time was spent studying, not even time for dating."

Adrian couldn't help being a little stunned. Compared with the information in his memory, the Charlize in front of him was really... Could it be that his butterfly wings are so powerful that such a flower turned her into a workaholic?

Forget it, don't worry, just observe slowly for a while before talking. Thinking of this, he looked out of the car window again.

This year's Oscar nomination list has been announced a little earlier, and the official holding will not be until the end of March, and there is still about a month to go, and several films invested and produced by Bosworth Films are in progress. After a while, Adrian also joined the visit plan in the itinerary.

The first thing I went to was the crew of "Philadelphia Story" directed by Jonathan Demme. It happened that they had just returned from shooting on-site in Philadelphia, and they were shooting this indoor scene in Studio 93. Naturally, they were the first choice when they were close at hand. Of course, another reason is that the movie has been in production for more than a month, and he, who is also the screenwriter and producer, has never been to the crew once, which really shouldn't be.

Even Demi's first sentence after meeting was: "I can't imagine, Ed, if every producer was like you, the Hollywood film industry would have been over."

Although this sentence was said in a half-joking tone, Adrian apologized kindly: "I'm sorry, Joe, this is my fault. If you want, I can apologize in front of everyone."

Of course Demi would not let him do this, and after complaining a few words, he introduced the current situation to Adrian. More than half of the shooting progress has been completed now, and the exterior scenes in Pennsylvania have been completed, and the rest is only the scenes in the photography. It could be done roughly before the Oscars, though post-production could take at least four months or longer.

"It's okay, Joe, it doesn't matter if you spend a little more time, as long as you devote all your energy to crafting carefully." Adrian said this. He had seen some of the shots before he came, although they hadn't been processed yet. But it can still be seen that Demi's control over the rhythm and the handling of the lens are excellent.

"I plan to arrange for the movie to be released at the end of the year. We all know that Oscar likes flawed and unusual characters, doesn't he?" Adrian finally said.

"So, Director Miracle thinks Tom has a chance of getting a nomination." Demi was a little surprised, the film has not been produced yet and he has already started talking about winning.

"Didn't you say that Tom and Denzel are very good?" Adrian said calmly.

Demi likes the two leading actors of "Philadelphia Story" very much. When talking about drama movies, he praised Adrian more than once for his vision. It is really wise to let Hanks and Washington play these two roles.

Indeed, it is still those shots that have not been post-processed. Adrian still sees the brilliance of Hanks and Washington in their performances. Now I really feel admiration for the name and plan service, no wonder these two guys can get the best actor Oscar.

Not only that, but the two are very dedicated. In the upcoming courtroom scene, the AIDS patient played by Hanks was already very weak, so he had to lose at least 30 pounds. It took him just over a week to reach the standard, and he did not delay shooting. Washington's character needed to gain 5 to 7 pounds, so whenever filming stopped, he would stuff chocolate into his mouth.

In this way, the two who became friends because of this movie have to stage some interesting scenes from time to time. For example, when Demi took Adrian to introduce him to Hanks and Washington, Washington was standing in front of Hanks and munching. Especially chewing chocolate. In order for Hanks to see it more clearly, he often puts it into his mouth in slow motion, and after swallowing, he deliberately shows a look of intoxication, making Hanks stare at him.

Even after eating a piece, Washington would deliberately ask: "Do you need some, Tom? This feels really good."

"Let's wait and see, Dan, I'll make you look good sooner or later." Although Hanks couldn't laugh or cry at his behavior, he was not angry, and only threatened half-jokingly with a faint smile.

Speaking of which, this is the first time Adrian has seen Tom Hanks. This man with a square face really has an indescribably simple and honest temperament, even though he looks very thin because of the needs of the plot, and he is also a makeup artist. He also applied a thick layer of foundation on his face, and his hair was also dyed gray. The appearance with a gentle smile still gives people a feeling of trustworthiness. Coupled with those character images, it is no wonder that he is a representative of American men from the 90s to the 00s.

"Nice to meet you, Mr. Hanks, Mr. Washington." Adrian held out his hand to the two actors who will shine in this movie. He believed in Demi and their abilities. He had that confidence. .

"Me too, Mr. Cowell." Tom Hanks and Denzel Washington shook hands with him respectively.

"I heard that you recommended me and Tom to play these two roles, is that true?" Washington asked first, and then explained: "I read the script on the plane, and I couldn't bear to read the wonderful parts. Stop dancing, the stewardess was startled, and I contacted Joe as soon as I got off the plane, and I must play this role."

"That's true. This script has been conceived for a long time. That's what I thought at the beginning..." Adrian said with a smile. ()