Hollywood Secret Garden

Talk shows are only a very small part of Angela's schedule, and she will only participate in such announcements when necessary, such as promoting "Lord of the Rings" and explaining topics while also revealing the release time of the next new album.Once the goal is achieved, the same type of program invitations are basically rejected.

For example, when Angela was participating in the ABC talk show, Oprah just returned to the head office in Chicago to deal with matters. After learning about this situation, she immediately called Sparrow again and hoped that Miss Talent would be on her show, but she was declined again. up.

The talk show queen was very depressed about this, and after reprimanding the personnel of the relevant departments, she also made up her mind that it was too big a deal for Miss Genius to refuse again and again, and since this was the case, she would not invite her again.

Angela, who had no idea that her unintentional actions had offended someone, was busy asking about the film department.In addition to recording the album, the main focus is on this.

With the summer vacation approaching, big and small film companies will start to compete for the schedule again. The highlight of the Pixar film department is naturally the star-studded "X-Men".Well, neither Halle Berry nor Hugh Jackman is too popular, and Mina Suvari in "Little Rascal" and Charlize Theron in "Phoenix Girl" are slightly more famous. bigger.However, Angela, who watched the stunt part, believed that after the movie was released, their worth would definitely increase.Although she can't attend the premiere due to time constraints, she will definitely find time to go to the cinema to watch it in full, because it is very interesting.

After cooperating with "Memory Fragments", there are very few contacts with Charlize, and Jackman is even less-it is said that Angela surprised the old Australian man when he appointed him to play Wolverine this time.It's a pity that I can't meet them to talk about the past, and Angela also wants to know how far the relationship between Mina and Sara is now.

The same regret goes to Jordana Brewster, who played a heavy supporting role in "The Fast and the Furious," which was scheduled to be released at the end of the summer. Although Angela kept in touch with her after "Stealing and Kidnapping", she was like Mina who only heard about her and didn't see her.

Well, regret it, let’s wait for another two years to find old friends next to each other after graduation.Angela planned so.However, she still keeps running around like this, and I'm afraid her graduation will become a floating cloud.

The movies released are not the focus, but the movies that are ready to be produced, such as "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone", the next two "Matrix" and the "Pirates of the Caribbean" trilogy. .

Bruce, who was in charge of the overall operation of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" in London, immediately began to think of ways to lobby the House of Commons after receiving Angela's call.Members of the various parties originally had some evasive words, but when Bruce announced that due to the British "Child Labor Law" that would restrict the filming of the film, it was necessary to consider returning to the United States for filming. In just a few days, the new "Child Labor Law" was passed.

"Should I congratulate you or envy you?" Angela teased Rowling on the phone, "The MPs in the House of Commons are all fans of your books, Joe, and the person in Downing Street should be very envious of this efficiency. "

"You mean I can run for prime minister?" Rowling on the other end asked jokingly.

"If you want to go, I will definitely vote then." Angela said with confidence.

All goes well, and that's how the Harry Potter crew is currently portrayed.

What's interesting is that the role of Ron still fell on Rupert's head. He boldly played a funny version of "Hamlet" in the video tape he sent, and he pronounced the classic line "To be or not to be" strangely endlessly.But it was this bold style that made director Columbus fancy, so he finally got the role after seven or eight auditions.He can be regarded as the only non-default member among the three protagonists.

Also lucky was Tom Felton, who was picked by Columbus to play Draco Malfoy when he came running to audition for Harry.Other characters such as Percy, Neville, the twins, Goyle, Crabbe, etc., are completely different.That's fine, it'll be as fun as X-Men for Angela.

The first part of "Pirates of the Caribbean" is being prepared in an orderly manner.Jerry Bruckheimer had agreed to be the producer, and had exchanged views with Angela on the phone several times earlier, but the dispute between the two was extremely fierce.

There is no other reason, the rights of the studio.For Bruckheimer, since he is the producer of the film, he must have an important say in casting and the like in a responsible manner.However, Angela will definitely not let go of these rights, so it is inevitable that the two will have conflicts and conflicts.

Of course, all conflicts have a solution in the end, and this time the two took a step back.After reading the list of directors and actors recommended by Angela, Bruckheimer basically agreed with all of them except Keira, who had reservations about them; I gave it to him, but I wouldn't know it anyway.

This time at the meeting of the film department, Angela and Bruckheimer officially met.Although they have met each other several times at various gatherings before, they were all separated by a long distance without even saying hello.

As soon as we met, the other party said a compliment: "As expected, your reputation is well-deserved, Miss Angela, your vision is very good."

Angela knew why he said that, and the selected actors, whether Geoffrey Rush or Orlando Bloom, basically agreed to the invitation.Only Johnny Depp rejected the script on the grounds that the script was too absurd and did not give Miss Genius face at all.Angela wasn't angry either, so she asked someone to take a few pictures that had been drawn long ago, with braids, mustaches, smoky eye makeup, and vegetable leaves stained on her teeth. The portrait of Captain Jack Sparrow was handed over to him; at the same time, there was a note with a character analysis about Captain Sparrow.

Only two days later, Depp's agent called to say that Johnny had accepted the role, so Bruckheimer had the previous compliment.

"Mr. Jerry is also excellent. In fact, we have cooperated once earlier." Angela smiled and said the same compliment, "Mr. Jerry also did not raise any objections to my recommendation, did he?"

Bruckheimer thought for a while and then showed a look of sudden realization: "Yes, I am the producer of "Brave to Kill the Island". I still remember that Hans Zimmer called me and asked to delay the delivery of the last two soundtracks for two days. Because he has to make changes based on the soundtrack of Miss Genius. It has to be admitted that whether Sean, Ed, or Nicholas are indeed in line with the characters in the script."

"So the last problem with the character of "Pirates of the Caribbean" can be solved, right?" Angela followed.

"You will really seize the opportunity, Miss Angela." Bruckheimer laughed.

"Well, director Verbinski and I have exchanged opinions on this several times. He thinks that Miss Keira Knightley's image and temperament are very suitable for the character in the script. There is only one thing we agree on. I'm a little younger, it might be better if I'm a year older."

"Age is not a problem, is it?" Angela replied leisurely, "What you are worried about is nothing more than her acting skills. As long as you let her audition for this problem, you should know a thing or two, right?"

Bruckheimer nodded after thinking for a few seconds: "Obviously, your past record makes this statement convincing enough, so I will no longer insist on my opinion."

"Thank you, I believe that this movie will be worthy of your title of Gold Medal Producer," Angela stretched out her hand with a smile, "Let those guys who are waiting to see the joke not laugh."

The reason for saying this is that since the disastrous failure of "Cut Throat Island", Hollywood studios have turned pale when talking about pirates.Many people think that pirate movies have completely declined like western movies. Apart from Angela's record, one of the reasons for Disney's quick investment this time is that only half of it is less risky.

"I agree with that statement." Bruckheimer smiled and shook hands and nodded.He was originally a fan of pirate movies, otherwise, how could he agree to be the producer so easily, and how could he give in so easily.

In the subsequent meeting, Angela basically just listened, and she said what she had to say, and left them to worry about the rest.Of course, she was not entirely just a spectator, and she also made some dumbfounding suggestions during the period.

"We can recruit some guys who are born with strange looks to act as temporary pirates," she said, "such as crooked mouths and squint eyes, missing teeth and missing ears, and it would be better if they had iron hooks in their hands. The style at that time can save a lot of makeup costs and time, and it can also solve many people's life problems, so why not do it?"

And the people in the room could only shake their heads to express their helplessness towards Angela's whimsical ideas.

These are actually just the preliminary work of "Pirates of the Caribbean". Next, we have to set up the set in the studio or go to the Caribbean to choose a location for the location. We also need to find a way to rent or borrow three 18th-century sailing ships to serve as the Black Pearl, The Interceptor and the Intrepid, if they cannot be rented, they will have to spend money to rebuild.If the main actors are fully settled, they will also be arranged to participate in sword training, stunt training and so on.

Angela didn't need to participate in these tasks, and became the hands-off boss again after solving a series of problems she insisted on.Excuses are also abundant, and there are other films that must be involved, such as The Matrix.

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After the success of the first film, the next two were put on the agenda.Director Ridley went to direct "Gladiator" after taking a break. He had already signed a contract with Universal.

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After the first film was released, Angela also asked the film department to sign Ridley's contract for the remaining two films, and reached a consensus with him on increasing the rights in the director's hands.And "Gladiator" has been released a month ago and has been well received. Ridley should also rest enough, so it is natural to start preparations for the next two films.

A sequel movie does not mean that there is nothing to do in the preparatory work. New actors, new props, and new scenes have to be discussed.Some issues even caused a lot of disputes, such as the scene on the highway.

"Well, let's build a section of highway directly for filming." Angela made such a suggestion at the meeting, "This is more convenient for the director to schedule, and the cost is not much higher than asking the government to close the road, and there is no need to consider the driving time."

Although Ridley agreed with this plan-for the director, efficiency is the most important thing-but it was approved by voting after a long discussion.

"It's really hard work," Ridley said to Angela half-jokingly in private, "It's just discussing all day long, plus casting, setting and other things, it will take at least three or four months to complete the work." Power on."

"Isn't that just right? Have you been complaining about me abducting the heroine?" Angela responded with a smile, "After three or four months, my new movie will be finished, and Kate will be able to continue shooting. It's gone, isn't it?"

"How can there be a producer like you who asks about it when he thinks about it, and runs away without a trace when he encounters something he is not interested in." The old man couldn't help complaining a little.

"You can see me as a screenwriter with great power." Angela said jokingly.

"Yeah, you're already the most powerful screenwriter in Hollywood." Ridley shrugged jokingly.

"Speaking of which, Raleigh, although I promised to increase your rights, if you are not satisfied during the test screening, I will request to re-edit." Angela reminded at this time.

"If you don't trust me, then don't make me responsible!" Ridley frowned, but he immediately realized that his words were a bit heavy, so he added: "We have discussed a lot about the plot, the technique, and the characters. Again, you have drawn so many setting drawings yourself, so why worry about anything?"

"Hey, don't have such a big reaction, okay? I just hope you can do it more perfectly." Angela looked innocent.

The old man smiled and shook his head, then narrowed his eyes and looked at Angela thinking of something: "Angie, have you considered... playing a cameo role in the next two "The Matrix"?"

"Cameo?" Angela blinked in surprise, and then laughed, "Are you going to make me a live prop in the movie like Hitchcock? Well, is it the pedestrians in the virtual world or the tin Ann's survivor?"

"No, not at all. The cameo is not very rigorous, I mean play a supporting role?" Ridley explained, "Play a supporting role with a certain weight in the next two "The Matrix"."

"Really? But I can't think of another role for me, Rayleigh. Don't tell me it's the French wife, Monica Bellucci has officially accepted the invitation. And don't tell me it's Jada Ping The role of Ke Smith... Leaving aside other things, you have to know that McKinley was persuaded by Will Smith on the condition that he would show his face in the movie own wife."

"How about the prophet's guardian angel?" Ridley blinked.

"Guardian Angel?" Angela raised her eyebrows, "I think I have clearly written this role in the script, and I have already agreed to let an oriental play this role."

"That's exactly what I'm going to say, I've seen you in a wig and contact lenses, maybe a little work on the costume and the sunglasses might feel that way," Ridley laughed, "Try the glasses How about it?"

Angela immediately rolled her eyes: "Don't be kidding, Raleigh, you let me and Keanu fight back and forth?"

"What's the problem? Tiger once said that you are definitely a little bit taller than Keanu, who has become a half-way monk," Ridley spared no effort to persuade, "Think about it, your fans see you on the screen. How amazing it will be to fight with the savior with fierce Chinese kung fu."

"No, no, Rayleigh, this was originally a male character, if it was changed to a female...it would be too strange," Angela shook her head like a rattle, "How did you come up with such an idea?"

"What's so strange?" Ridley spread his hands in confusion, "Changing the gender of a character due to need often happens in Hollywood, whether it's a supporting role or a leading role."

"But...but..." Angela said two buts in a row with a strange expression.

"Don't forget, you are the screenwriter, you are the producer, and you are the boss." The old man looked at her with interest.

"Hey... I have no relevant acting experience."

"Since I can star in "The Lord of the Rings", why can't I star in "The Matrix"?"

"I don't have time, I have new movies to direct, and Lord of the Rings isn't over yet. And I promised Lucas a role in the upcoming Star Wars prequels - albeit verbally. of."

"I have read the script, and the role of the guardian angel can be further compressed. If you are in good condition, you can finish filming in a week. Because the two films start shooting at the same time, you can shoot later when you have time."

Angela stared at old man Ridley, and then spoke again after a while: "It seems that you will not stop until you achieve your goal."

"No, no, I'm just sincerely sending out an invitation." The other party replied with a smile.

"I can't give you a definite answer, Rayleigh," Angela finally sighed, "You know I'm recording a new album, and I'm going to the East Coast to direct a new movie soon, and there's never enough time."

"Let's do this," Ridley thought for a while, "We're going to make two preparations. While looking for suitable Chinese actors, you can take the time to audition—it doesn't matter if you follow you to the East Coast—you can do it after the results come out. decide, how?"

Angela, who folded her arms, looked at Ridley carefully for a long time, and then said her answer: "Then... so be it."