Heads Up Hollywood

Tang En Pictures' new film project has quietly started.

The estimated investment is between 12 million and 15 million U.S. dollars. With such a cost, it is doomed that "Wedding Crashers" cannot attract big stars to join.

It is no longer possible to attract a precedent like Nicole Kidman like "My Big Fat Greek Wedding".

Three days later, Christopher Nolan brought back news that Danny Boyle was willing to cooperate with Tang En Pictures.

You know, the script of "Wedding Crashers" hasn't been completed yet. At most, Nolan told Danny Boyle the outline of the story, and he happily agreed. It can be seen that this guy is in Hollywood. very difficult.

"But Danny has one additional request."

"Tell me."

Tang En was calm. As long as a director is a bit self-motivated, he usually hopes that the films he directs will have some of his own style, instead of being reduced to a complete wage earner.

Nolan said: "We have already decided on the heroine, and he hopes to have the right to choose the hero."

Tang En immediately understood what Danny Boyle meant.

The British always like to cuddle together in Hollywood.

Like Ridley Scott, Sam Mendes, Guy Ritchie, Matthew Vaughn, including Christopher Nolan, all like to use British actors.

There is a proverb in Hollywood: "The works of the British are never too far off the mark."

It can be seen that the conservative character of the British and the persistence of tradition are often the guarantee of the quality of movies.

"Not Ewan McGregor!"

Tang En rejected him once in Star Wars, but this time he still doesn't want to use him. This person's way of acting doesn't suit his taste.

Nolan said with a smile: "The failure of the last movie, Danny has given up working with Ivan, this time the candidate is not him."

"Oh? Who is it?"

"A newcomer, you probably haven't heard of it."

"Tell me."

"Jude Law. He came to Hollywood three years ago to develop. He has already shot many movies. Although they are all small roles, his acting skills are good."

Tang En pondered for a long time, "Chris, you should take on the role of producer for this movie, and you will be mainly responsible for communicating with these British people."

Nolan was overjoyed immediately.

What Tang En said was these, and it was plural, which meant that he agreed with Danny Boyle's proposal.

"Okay, Twain, I believe that if Danny is told the news, he will be very excited!"

...

The news that Tang En Films' new film project is being auditioned for important roles including the second male lead and the second female lead spread like wildfire in Hollywood.

They didn't know that the director of the film was not Twain, and they all praised him. This director is indeed young and full of energy!

The girlfriends are constantly changing, and the movies are constantly being shot!

For this reason, Tang En also explained to George Lucas for a long time that he was only the producer, not the director.

In any case, Tang En is still hanging on the directorship of "Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Man's Menace", and he often goes to Lucasfilm to produce the post-production of the film.

CAA also called to ask Tang En if he needed a package service, but he politely refused.

Endeavor also made a suggestion and made a list of actors, hoping that Twain would give him some opportunities.

The great success of "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" gave Nicole Kidman a qualitative leap in her career, and also made Hollywood see Tang En Pictures' expertise in wedding-themed movies.

Even if the pay is not high, even if it is not the protagonist, it is still an opportunity to appear in front of fans all over the world!

Tang En was good at dancing with his sleeves and dealt with them one by one.

In his view, "Wedding Crashers" is nothing more than pediatrics, and the acquisition of Marvel is the highlight.

It's just that the acquisition of Marvel requires a lot of money, and Yahoo stock is a treasure in Tang En's hands. Unless it is absolutely necessary, he will never cash out the stock before 2000.

"Wedding Crashers" is his tool to collect money to acquire Marvel.

It is said that in the face of the acquisition offer from Tang En Pictures, there was a fierce quarrel within Marvel, and serious differences of opinion occurred between the management and the two shareholders.

Internal instability, debt crisis.

It is conceivable that Marvel Entertainment and Tang En Pictures will start a second negotiation soon.

But when Tang En marched towards Marvel Entertainment at full speed, a lion came from behind.

Lionsgate Pictures, which has been gaining momentum recently, sent an invitation to take a stake in Dunn Pictures and complete cross-control with Lionsgate Pictures.

Since its establishment in 1997, Lionsgate has successively acquired many small equipment manufacturers and distributors. After a year of accumulation, it has established a complete distribution channel in North America.

This was a feat that Tang En Pictures could not accomplish.

Moreover, Tang En Pictures' finances have always been very unhealthy. Recently, there was news of the acquisition of Marvel Entertainment. The finances must be particularly tight. Lionsgate Films expressed its willingness to provide part of the funds.

Tang En burst into laughter immediately when he heard the news.

Even Warner had to carefully adopt a cooperative approach with Tang En Pictures, and then nibble away step by step to complete the goal of becoming a shareholder and holding a controlling stake.

Which onion is Lionsgate?

This Canadian boss thinks too much of himself, this is Hollywood, you, an outsider, really think you can do whatever you want with a little money?

"Let him go!"

Tang En refused very politely.

In the face of such ignorant capitalists, Tang En's attitude will never be polite.

Lionsgate?

Tang En's goal is to be in the six major film companies. He never pays attention to such a small role.

...

Danny Boyle is a humble and polite British gentleman. Twain likes to work with such a director. At least there are problems that can be resolved through negotiation instead of arguing like James Cameron and Alfonso Cuaron. noisy.

Tang En came to participate in the casting of the second male lead today.

In addition to Dunn and Danny Boyle, Christopher Nolan, Glenn Fierro and others participated in the casting work.

From the beginning to the end, Tang En didn't say a word. He just wrote and drew on the paper until he saw a handsome face.

"Hello, everyone. My name is James Franco. I am 20 years old. I have studied acting with Mr. Robert Carnegie. I just participated in the filming of Dreamworks' comedy TV series "Freaks and Nerds" this year. An important role throughout 18 episodes. I have experience in comedy, so I think I can do the role of the second male in the movie."

Compared with those nervous young people who couldn't even speak well, James Franco was confident and generous, and he was of extraordinary background.

Picking up his resume and looking at it, it is really extraordinary.

His parents are both top students at Stanford University, and he himself is studying at UCLA, a famous public university in the United States. Because of his love of acting, he dropped out of school to enter Hollywood.

Twain would always look up to young people who were looking for dreams like this.

What's more...it's the famous Fu Lanlan?

"You said you were proficient in mathematics?"

This was the first time Tang En spoke since his audition, and it attracted sideways gazes from several other people.

Director Danny Boyle frowned inadvertently. The young man in front of him had a good temperament and a sunny and healthy appearance, but...it didn't fit the role of the movie.

He is too prominent, and if he plays with Jude Law, it will seriously take away the glory of the male number one.

This is a disservice to the film.

Of course, James Franco knew Dunn, and his excitement was palpable, "Yes, after graduating from high school, I went to Lockheed Martin as an intern, oh...the company that produced the F117 stealth fighter-bomber."

The F117 is so famous and a favorite of Hollywood action movies.

Tang En smiled and waved his hands, "Do you have any hobbies?"

"Music, painting, writing, my idol is Mr. Faulkner, I love art!"

"Then why did you come to make a movie?"

"Film is art too, isn't it?"

Tang En laughed loudly, "James, you are excellent, I believe you will be able to achieve outstanding achievements in acting."

"Thank you, Director Walker." James Franco was very happy, "So, do I need to perform a part?"

Tang En shook his head with a straight face, "No need, James, this role is not suitable for you."

"Ah?" James Franco's face suddenly collapsed, "Director Walker, I can, give me a chance, let me perform a..."

"No, James, you misunderstood me." Tang En made a downward gesture, "Because of the positioning of the role, you are not suitable to play the second male lead in "Wedding Crashers", but I believe we will soon There will be opportunities for cooperation."

"Yes...is it?"

James Franco looked disappointed, he thought it was all perfunctory done by Tang En.

Tang En looked serious, "James, listen to me, for the next year, don't take on dramas, especially don't make TV dramas, it will consume your public image! Find a formal acting class to sign up and hone it Acting skills. At the same time... it's best to find a coach and practice your skills."

James Franco is a real genius. In high school, his new mathematical algorithm has been published in professional magazines, and his paintings have won many awards. He is a veritable artist.

Looking at all Hollywood's first-line actors, only two have published articles in top professional academic magazines, one is James Franco, and the other... is Natalie Portman.

Franco has a high IQ and a higher EQ, and instantly understood Tang En's kindness, and the association also emerged, with a look of surprise on his face, "Director Walker, you want to make a superhero movie, right? It must be, it must be That's it! I especially like Thor, and Daredevil!"

Tang En's face couldn't help changing slightly.

This guy is really not ordinary smart. He just pointed out the "action", and he can associate it with the news of the recent acquisition of Marvel. I hope he has such a savvy in acting.

"Spider-Man is the favorite of the American people!" Tang En took a deep look at him, and immediately noticed the sudden realization and secretly delighted expression on his face.

Tang En waved his hand amusedly, "Okay, James, you can leave now, I look forward to our cooperation."

"Yes, I will! Director Walker, I will not let you down!"

James Franco looked happy, happier than he got the second male role!