From Flower Vase to Film Emperor in Hollywood

Marlon Brando – an undoubtedly important figure in film history. His appearance and talent, his arrogance and charm, his unrestrained nature and arrogance, all shaped a complex image amidst countless controversies.

Some things, if done by others, would be hopeless; but with Marlon Brando, everything seemed reasonable and forgivable.

He was nominated for eight Oscars and won twice for "On the Waterfront" and "The Godfather." He was able to star in stage play adaptations that tested dialogue and acting skills, such as "A Streetcar Named Desire," and commercial genre films like "Superman" and "Guys and Dolls."

For a very, very long time, he was a typical representative of both appearance and strength, becoming an important figure in Hollywood's golden generation.

Undoubtedly, his charm has become a strong and colorful stroke on the big screen.

Anson stared straight ahead at Scarlett, then looked down at his hands, one holding a burger and the other a cola, before returning his gaze to Scarlett.

"Is my understanding correct? You think I'm not Alain Delon, but Marlon Brando?"

Scarlett's lips curled up slightly because of Anson's expression, but she still controlled her smile, "Ah, seeing your expression, I'm starting to regret it."

Anson, "Continue, this is news to me, but please continue, I'm listening carefully."

Seeing Anson's lively attitude, Scarlett became serious, "Otherwise, I'd better leave first."

Anson burst out laughing.

Scarlett retracted her pretended leaving steps, "What I mean is, people always see your appearance, because your appearance is really too eye-catching, so people naturally think that your success comes from your looks, and then ignore your efforts and dedication."

"It's been like this since 'The Princess Diaries'."

"In that work, your shaping and control of the role, the details show the edges and corners of the character."

"People often think that such a Prince Charming role is too simple, as long as a handsome man stands there like a model and poses, but that's not the case. The role needs to have charm and temperament, which means that the actor needs to know what he is doing, instead of standing there foolishly showing off."

As she spoke, Scarlett deliberately struck Marilyn Monroe's classic pose from "Some Like It Hot," with her skirt flying and constantly winking.

That look, combined with her words, immediately created a sense of sarcasm and ridicule.

Haha, hahaha.

This time it was Anson's turn to laugh out loud, "Sorry, I can't tell for a moment whether you're complaining or praising."

Scarlett drooped her shoulders, "Oh, so sad, it seems I still need to continue practicing."

Anson, "Keep it up, I believe you should play Marilyn Monroe in the future, you can do it."

Scarlett shook her head repeatedly, "Your expression is too forced, there's no sincerity at all, I don't believe it."

Anson laughed heartily again, Scarlett's expression also bloomed, "What I mean is, you have always been an excellent actor, from your first appearance. People deny your efforts because of your appearance, which is unfair."

"Unlike Orlando. No offense to him, his role in 'The Lord of the Rings' is indeed exciting; but God, he's really too boring."

As she spoke, Scarlett rolled her eyes, not deliberately lowering her voice, not at all worried about being overheard, her frank attitude was amusing.

"I have always admired your performance and believe you deserve more recognition."

Anson was slightly stunned, he could feel the sincerity in Scarlett's words.

This wasn't just polite talk.

It turned out that, besides the director, someone saw his efforts and dedication all along, someone saw him enjoying his life in the position of an actor, and someone saw him trying to enjoy the fun of acting.

That gaze, quiet and focused, shimmered in the dim light, rippling with layers of color, like a calm and deep ocean, the sound of waves dragging thoughts slowly falling into that deep blue.

Bathed in his gaze, Scarlett's heart skipped a beat.

She tried to look away, she tried to hide herself, but she didn't succeed.

She just stared blankly at Anson, you looked at me, I looked at you, the sound of her heart pounding against her chest seemed particularly clear in the noise of the night.

Then—

"Anson!"

A shout broke the silence, and Anson and Scarlett both moved their eyes away.

"Are you okay?"

Again and again, it was this sentence. Scarlett turned her head and chuckled.

"You've already done very well, don't be discouraged, try again next year, keep it up!"

"Are you alright? Are you coming to the party later? You must come, everyone is waiting for you tonight. You won't be hiding in a corner licking your wounds, there's no need, really, brother, cheer up."

A burst of rapid-fire words, without even stopping, roared in and then roared away.

Scarlett turned to look at the backs of the group of people, carefully examining them in the dim light, and couldn't help but reveal a slightly confused expression.

"Is that James Franco?"

Then she looked at Anson, and after receiving Anson's nod of confirmation.

"I thought you were friends…"

Anson laughed directly, "We are indeed friends, so he invited me to the party, hoping that I can get rid of tonight's gloom."

"Everyone has their own way of dealing with problems, that's James's."

Scarlett curled her lips slightly, revealing a disapproving expression, "What I mean is, he also thinks you suffered a heavy blow tonight?"

Anson looked at Scarlett, with a smile in his eyes.

Scarlett immediately realized that she was the same, she also thought that Anson might need some comfort, but Scarlett immediately straightened her back and put on a solemn posture.

"But we are not friends."

Anson blinked.

Scarlett said confidently, "We don't meet for dinner in private, I don't even have your phone number, of course we are not friends."

Anson gently raised his chin, revealing a look of sudden realization, "So, you have been silently paying attention to my work, secretly cheering for me, right?"

Yes!

The firm tone was already on the tip of her tongue, Scarlett blurted out reflexively, but vaguely noticed something was wrong, and braked urgently at the last moment.

Scarlett looked at Anson suspiciously, she almost stepped into this man's trap, but at this time, how should she get rid of the trap?

"I just like movies." Scarlett finally found her voice, "I just like movies, I always watch movies in my spare time, I cheer for all my fellow actors, I always hope that I can become a better actor, so I have been constantly learning."

"That's all."

"Please don't misunderstand."