Exploiting Hollywood 1980

After the awards ceremony, many people moved to the official post-ceremony party, hosted by the Oscars and officially organized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Ronald, of course, came away empty-handed without the trophy. He didn't have the statuette to go to the official party to engrave on the base, but he didn't have to go. However, Kelly McGillis wanted to go there to communicate with some directors, and agent Niceta also hoped that Ronald could participate in more activities to expand his network.

Ronald also accompanied McGillis to the post-ceremony party with them.

Not far from the entrance to the official party is where the trophy will be engraved. Dozens of Oscar winners were waiting in line.

Of course, the most popular and respected among them is Oliver Stone, who made two anti-war films, "El Salvador" and "Platoon".

This screenwriter-turned-director finally became the biggest winner in Hollywood last year with his low-cost "Platoon".

Everyone gathered around him, proud to have a few words with the soft-spoken director.

After all, the Vietnam War was a war that was not beneficial to the people of America, and there was no moral burden to oppose it. At that time, left-wing Hollywood actors, such as Jane Fonda, even went to North Vietnam to meet their soldiers. But over time, Hollywood has gradually forgotten the Vietnam War.

Suddenly, an anti-war film with strong authenticity and artistry, written and directed by people who were personally involved in the Vietnam War and injured in the battle, fell from the sky, and everyone's passion was rekindled , you and I chatted animatedly.

The closest to the center of the crowd were Jane Fonda and her wife, and Elizabeth Taylor. They are both left-wing in the traditional sense, caring about the lower class and opposed to social injustice and discrimination.

Ronald's arrival caused the little people around him to automatically open a path for him and McGillis to come in and talk.

"Ha, Ronald, your opinion is of great help to me." Oliver Stone is tall and powerful. It is said that when he directed "Platoon", he was once an Army sergeant and relied on his experience in serving in Vietnam. Real experience has trained the actors to be obedient. Even how to hold a gun and how to move forward were taught by him personally.

But in great contrast, Oliver Stone's voice is very gentle, whispering like a woman.

"You're so polite. You thanked me on stage. I didn't make any contribution." Ronald quickly thanked the best new director. A director's list of thanks rarely goes beyond the crew and family members. However, Oliver Stone is more unique. In addition to Ronald, he also thanked several people for their contribution to the film.

But there was no one who signed the subtitles.

"No way, if it weren't for your recommendation, I wouldn't have been nominated for an Oscar." Willem Dafoe next to him was giving support to Ronald.

"Ronnie, I thought you only made recruitment commercials for the Navy."

The speaker was Yin Elizabeth Taylor. She had changed a lot from the last time Ronald saw her. Not only had she gained weight, she was also a little darker, as if she had been exposed to too much sun.

This beautiful lady actually doesn't pay much attention to her own care and has a bit of a carefree personality. The large diamond ring on her hand also seemed to have a lot of scratches. He's a real person.

She lit a cigarette and yelled at Ronald.

"I just made a fun aerial combat film. I didn't think about whether it was anti-war. War and war are different."

Taylor also wanted to say a few words about his own values ​​to persuade Ronald. Over there, Jane Fonda came to his rescue, "Ronald's first script when he debuted was an anti-war movie about the Vietnam War. It's a pity that no one invested in the filming."

"Now, isn't it just right for you? After Oliver, many studios have increased their investment in this subject."

"Oh, then I have to think about how to add a character to the script and ask you to play it." Ronald said to Elizabeth Taylor with a smile.

"Ah, hahaha... your mouth is so sweet." Elizabeth Taylor was amused. He patted Ronald's arm hard.

"To be honest, Ronald, what do you think of my movie? I feel like I was completely drained after filming. This is a movie I have been wanting to make for more than ten years. I want to hear your truth. Opinion." Oliver Stone particularly wanted to know Ronald's opinion.

"I particularly like the structure of the script. The scene in front of the helicopter between the two sergeants representing both good and evil at the end was really good." Ronald praised sincerely.

With a production cost of 6 million US dollars, the scenes and dramatic conflicts were not downgraded, and the emotions of the soldiers on the Vietnam War battlefield from childishness to maturity to numbness were well conveyed to the audience. If it weren't for Oliver Stone's talent and his own experience, I'm afraid no one would be able to capture this feeling with such a small amount of money.

Moreover, it won several Oscar awards, which also gave a big boost to the box office. It's a rare film that received both critical acclaim and box office success.

Stone was very happy. This was the comment of someone who really knew what he was doing. With my own resources, I cobbled together these actors, and finally I was able to achieve the effect I wanted, allowing the civilians of America to truly experience what it was like on the battlefield of the Vietnam War. It’s all supported by the structure of the script.

Communication between directors is actually relatively rare, and the two chatted for a while. McGillis couldn't help but join in and share his thoughts on Stone's movies.

Oliver Stone took a high look at this beautiful woman who could talk about her acting skills, and the two started chatting. Ronald said goodbye to Jane Fonda, who had not won the award and was about to leave. The conversation circle at this Oscar party is originally divided according to one's industry status.

"Why don't you come and talk, Minahan?"

Speaking of industry status, Ronald looked around and spotted the figure of the fat Israeli. He seemed to have just sent the statuette to the engraving place. He stayed aside and no one communicated with him.

"Ronald, it's so nice to meet you. Did you see my Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film? My dream finally came true. Hahaha.

That New Year's Day I was in New York with Yoram, who was very miserable because of the box office failure. The two of us vowed to win the Oscar, now, now..."

As he spoke, Minahan began to burst into tears, looking like he was about to cry. There was no one around to talk to him. He has a statuette, but it's not as good as a few years ago when he didn't have a statuette and there were still people who would talk to him in order to attract investment.

He won an award today, but everyone at the party avoided him like the plague.

"Just chat with him for a few words and that's it. Now he is a public enemy of Hollywood." Niceta appeared behind Ronald and reminded in a low voice, "He gave Stallone a record salary and offended everyone. "

"Oh..." Ronald was reminded like this and immediately understood the reason why no one was chatting with Minahan.

The studio disliked him for giving too much, so an action movie star was given 12 million. Not only did it raise the salary of action stars like Schwarzenegger, but other stars also began to use this reason to bargain, "Even Stallone, who has facial paralysis, can get 12 million. We are so good at acting. Are you willing to give us 5 million?"

The actor disliked his poor taste. Is this Israeli blind? He refused to give it to so many stars with acting skills, but gave 12 million to Stallone, who only has muscles and can't even smile? Do you look down on us for being able to act?

Ronald pulled Minahan aside. It was weird how this guy could turn a happy event into a tragedy. After passing a glass of champagne, Ronald asked the fat man Minahan, "I said, did you really give Stallone a salary of 12 million for a movie? Didn't you tell me that it wasn't that high?"

"No...no...hehehe, he and I have a package cooperation plan. The media mentioned a total price, but it's not actually the salary for a movie."

Minahan Golan also felt uncomfortable. He gave Stallone such a high salary, but his agent went around looking for the media to release the news, making sure that Stallone became the highest-paid male star in Hollywood.

Coupled with the box office failure of "Over the Top", the prospects for cooperation between the two parties are bleak.

"What other movie will Stallone make with Cannon? The fifth Rocky movie, or the third Rambo movie?" Ronald saw Minahan being evasive, so he simply made the matter clear.

"No, no... this plan, Stallone and I are uh... cooperating in other aspects." Minahan Golan hesitated in a rare way.

Ronald still didn't know that in order to attract Stallone Ruhuo, this fat man must have paid an unprecedented high price in Hollywood. The so-called package plan was just for his own benefit, lest others say that he bought Stallone at a high price. Made a bad movie.

"You... are really crazy." Ronald slapped Minahan on the shoulder. Everyone in the Hollywood Producers Alliance was probably cursing him for being a big "beep..."

"Woo..."

When Minahan was photographed by Ronald, it seemed like he was back to the time when he was down and out and was saved by Ronald's "Break Dance" film. It's better to be an old friend...

"I'm so disappointed with the Oscars. They are all vanity fair people who vote only for their own interests rather than to select the best art." Minahan began to scold the Oscar organizing committee.

"The jury system of Cannes is better. It is the film festival that can truly select artistic masterpieces. Ronald, if you go to Cannes with me this year, you will know that it is the holy land of film art."

"Hey, hey..." Ronald coughed a few times. After Minahan was left out, he felt a little psychologically unbalanced. Why did he start complaining about Oscar at the official Oscar party? You have to stay away from him.

"Ronald", Niceta appeared next to him at the right time, "Smart Lazar's party is about to start. You have the sponsorship of the brand's formal wear, so you must show up there."

"Okay, I'll go right away." Ronald just used this excuse to get rid of Minahan.

"Swifty Lazar" is a nickname, his real name is Irving Paul Lazar. He is a veteran agent born in 1907.

He once held Cary Grant's agency contract with former Commander-in-Chief Richard. Moreover, Lazar has a transcendent status in the industry. In many cases, even though he is not the star's agent, he can still introduce business to the star. The star's agent is not angry and will give him a share.

However, in the past two years, the old man finally couldn't work anymore. He was diagnosed with kidney disease and required dialysis every week. He gradually put down his economic business and began to join his wife in hosting various parties for celebrities.

After the Oscars, in addition to official parties, there are also these private parties. Among them, the party of the clever Lazar was the most popular.

One reason is that Lazar understands the thoughts of stars very well. In addition to inviting Oscar-winning stars to attend, he also invited many wealthy people who have never had contact with stars, as well as some of the top fashion designers in the industry. division.

Celebrities and fashion designers already need each other, and rich people can talk to them, ask for autographs, and have the negotiating capital to discuss cooperation with celebrities. It is a good place for everyone to get what they need.

Niceta told Ronald in detail about the party in the car. McGillis wanted to communicate with Oliver Stone, so Ronald took a car alone to the spago restaurant opened by Hollywood celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck to attend Lazar's party.

The exterior wall of the spago restaurant is white, and the building inside is made of red bricks. Under the spotlight, it looks very elegant. With the black dining table and white tablecloth, it looks very clean and high-end.

The food at spago is relatively average, focusing on California style. Ronald knew that in such a fashionable celebrity restaurant, good-looking poses for taking photos were much more important than delicious food.

He came in and looked around, and saw the old friend he was scheduled to meet.

"George!" Ronald stepped forward to hug the famous Italian designer and saluted him.

"Ronaldo, you are still so outstanding. Do you really not consider being my model and going on a catwalk?"

Giorgio Armani has sponsored Ronald's clothes for the Academy Awards for several years. When he came to America this time, he was very happy to see Ronald, whom he met on the set of "Streets of Rage".

I haven’t seen him for a few years. The young director back then is now famous all over the world. There are also many young people in Italy who pretend to be fighter pilots when they have nothing to do, wearing large toad sunglasses and very short haircuts.

"Hahaha, I can't do that." Ronald was deeply impressed by Armani. When Diane was filming "Streets of Rage", the two red costumes she wore were really memorable to this day.

"Where is your little friend Diane? Why haven't you seen her?"

"She went to shoot a new movie. It's a big production and she doesn't have time to come to the Oscars." Ronald replied.

"You should come together to walk for me," Armani said, looking at Ronald wearing a suit handmade in his studio in Los Angeles. He has a very American-style body shape, which is another style compared to Italian men.

On Giorgio Armani's side, there is a circle of designers and models from the fashion industry chatting together. There are also many ordinary rich women with whom you can also chat.

This is probably the only opportunity at the end of the year for these ordinary wealthy people to chat with big-name designers like Armani. They were all very happy to see Ronald and Armani chatting happily. They thought Ronald was a male model and came up to flirt with him.

Giorgio Armani pulled them apart and dragged Ronald to meet his friend. Ronald could chat with all kinds of big-name clothing brands, including designers of new local fashion brands such as Kevin Klein, Marc Jacobs, and Ralph Lauren.

"He is really wasting his talent. He should try to be a model. If he were my ysl model, I would design better men's clothing." Yinfu Saint Laurent, a famous designer of Algerian origin, also said that Ronald is more Has modeling talent.

This designer is also very connected to the film industry. His muse includes Chinese star Catherine Deneuve, and he draws a lot of design inspiration from traditional Chinese costumes.

The most famous large shoulder pads in fashion in the 1980s were first used by him in men's clothing and became popular all over the world.

"Let me just say, he is different from those male models from China and Italy. He has more of an American male majesty." Armani looked Ronald up and down.

"No, no, he is more like a Chinese, with that elegant feeling, which is exactly the same as the Chinese artist I saw in Paris, Mist Zhao. At next year's Oscars, you give him to me and let him wear men's clothing from the YSL brand. Bar?"

"Go ahead and dream."

Ronald could not understand the French, or Italian, in which they spoke to each other. He was looking around for an acquaintance when he heard someone calling him.

"龇...龇...Ronald."

Ronald turned around and saw that it was Cindy Crawford, the model he had a one-night stand with, who had a very distinctive mole on the corner of her mouth.

"Cindy, why are you...eh...you're not...Christy?"

Ronald took two steps forward and found that there was another beautiful woman holding hands with Cindy. She was the actress Chris who shot the neighbor beauty in the Pepsi Diet Coke commercial for Michael J. Fox who later knocked on the door. Ty Durrington.

"Kristy is a good friend of mine. We tried our best to get the qualifications to come in. Can you introduce us to the designer?"

Cindy Crawford, who was looking for opportunities to socialize everywhere, saw Ronald, so she pulled her best friend Kristy Turlington over to look for opportunities together.

After getting closer, I saw that the people talking to Ronald were Giorgio Armani and Yves Saint Laurent. The two models simply felt that they had won the lottery.

"Let me introduce to you, George, Yin Fu, these two are Cindy and Kristy. They used to guest star in my commercials and the two American models in the movie. They are all natural beauties."

Ronald understands that these models may feel the same way when they meet top designers as they do when fledgling actors meet the Oscar-winning director.

Following the party rules, I introduced the designers to two old and new friends.

"Beautiful lady", Saint Laurent raised Christie Turlington's hand and kissed it.

Both models actually look a bit different from typical graphic models. Cindy Crawford has a mole on the corner of her mouth, and Kristy Turlington has a slight buck tooth.

However, it is this imperfection that makes the two beauties even more charming and close to ordinary people.

The designers are all geniuses. They saw that the two models have extraordinary temperament. They are not the "typical models" who conform to the standards in every aspect, and they also have a love for talents. The two models successfully obtained the business cards of top designers. Extremely happy.

"Where do you live? I'll come tonight to thank you."

Cindy found an opportunity to whisper in Ronald's ear. It's still the style of Yin Linuoyin, a Midwestern girl, and she pays attention to the word "quick" in repayment.

"I'm at the Beverly Hilton." Ronald quickly handed over a room card.

"I'll give you a surprise then." Cindy Crawford gave Ronald a quick kiss and left. She took Christy Turlington's hand and went to socialize with other people.

"What's the surprise?" Ronald touched his lips.

…

"Ronald, Ronald." It was almost midnight, and Ronald, who had returned to the Hilton Hotel suite, was sitting in the living room watching TV. In the room with no lights on, only the TV screen gave off a faint light. The midnight news is still replaying the Oscar awards.

The door opened with a kacha sound, and a woman's voice came from the darkness.

"Cindy", Ronald stepped forward and hugged her tightly. The enthusiasm of Yin Linuoyin girl is still fresh in people's memory.

"Well..." The passionate lips were sealed. Ronald felt that Crawford's long skirt was very close to the body, and the material felt very good, and it fit well on the bumpy body...

Ronald's hands gradually wandered to his legs and continued up.

Cindy Crawford in her arms seemed to want to say something, and she pushed desperately into Ronald's arms, causing Ronald to become enthusiastic and seal her lips with force.

"Well...well..." Cindy Crawford gradually softened under Ronald's attack and stopped struggling.

Crawford is different from other models. Her weight of more than 110 pounds makes her closer to the figure of an ordinary person. Ronald couldn't help but indulge in it, and the palm finally arrived.

"Huh?" A cold hand held Ronald's hand from outside Crawford's waist.

Ronald was startled, quickly pushed Crawford away, and fumbled to turn on the light in the room. "you……"

Ronald saw that the person hiding behind Crawford was clearly Kristy Turlington.

"You are... sorry..." Ronald felt ashamed of his impatience.

"No...I'm the surprise Cindy said." Kristy Turlington's cheeks were red, she came up and hugged Ronald, kissed him deeply, and then gently teased him in his ear, "The last time I was filming a commercial, I was ready to devote myself to you."

"This..." Ronald was stunned.

"Don't be afraid. We live together and have no reservations about each other. We share any clothes we have." Cindy Crawford walked behind Ronald and said in his other ear.

Ronald felt a dampness invade his ears and other parts of his body.

"Oh, this is really surprising...ah..." Ronald, who had never felt like this before, couldn't help but screamed.

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