Hollywood Drawing

"Hey boss, can we talk to you alone?"

When the exchange between Wayne and the prop manager came to an end, Schwartz acted as usual, with nothing special on the surface. He shrugged apologetically to the prop manager and said, "Weeks, I have to borrow it." For a moment, you understand."

Glancing at the casting director in confusion, Wayne put down the bat sign in his hand, gently shook his head at Nina, motioned for her not to follow, and took the lead towards his office.

As he walked behind, Schwartz raised his wrist and looked at the time. It was less than twenty minutes before the end of work. If he wanted to say something, there was no time for him to write it.

Taking two steps to catch up with Wayne, he reached out and pushed open the door of the director's office, pretending to be relaxed and asked: "How is it over there in New York? I heard that no big accident happened, right? Maybe it's because you're too Get nervous, boss, even if you don't rush over, Warner Bros. will take care of everything."

With a "click" sound of the lighter, Wayne sat on the sofa and lit a cigarette. He relaxed and leaned on the back of the sofa and took a big puff. With the blue mist spraying out of his nostrils, he shook his head and said: “The reason why Steven Spielberg has been able to thrive in the industry for a long time and even founded DreamWorks to overturn the old order in Hollywood is because he is cautious enough.

No one could tell how many people wanted to see him suffer. In fact, this also applies to me. I don’t know how many people in the industry want to see me unlucky. Even within Warner Bros., not everyone may like me, so I must be cautious at this critical juncture. Tell me, what do you want to talk about with me? "

It's not that Wayne is too nervous or sensitive, it's just that this year is too important for him. Not to mention the Oscars that will come soon, he has mixed this year's summer movies into a pot of porridge. The final big winner is only Warner Bros. I am afraid that everyone in the industry knows it now, and I don't know how many pairs of eyes are watching. Staring at him, waiting for him to reveal his flaws.

After what happened this summer, any future attacks against him will not be a conspiracy within the scope of the rules. Once those capitals that have lost their interests take action, it will definitely be a silent and thunderous method. It is absolutely difficult to find any clues, and it will not give Warner Brothers any chance to counterattack.

"All right."

Facing Wayne, who was relaxed and curled up on the sofa, smoking a cigarette and enjoying himself, the smile on Schwartz's face was instantly put away. He took out a package of envelopes from his large vest and said, "Pop "With a sound, it was thrown onto the small table nearby.

When he threw out the envelope, there was a relaxed expression on his face, as if he was throwing out a big baggage. "Boss, someone gave me this thing, um, okay, and two Mexican-American models from the club."

"Ha." Wayne was obviously taken aback. He didn't show the rage that worried Schwartz, or return to his business-like face. Instead, he had a weird smile on his face, put the cigarette in his mouth, and held out his hand. I picked up the file bag on the table and found that it was not as heavy as I thought.

"How many are in here?"

You know, Schwartz and others are the core members of his crew, and their remuneration is considered upper-middle class in the industry. Normally, it is definitely higher than the so-called middle class. It is not easy to impress the casting director.

"One hundred thousand."

At this time, Schwartz lowered his head slightly, like a criminal waiting for sentencing. He knew very well that if he told everything, he might be punished, but there was a high probability that he would not be replaced inexplicably.

If he had waited until he was found out, maybe the other party would not fall out in front of him, but based on his understanding of this young director over the years, accepting these things is definitely over the line, and it will only happen silently. Being eliminated from the opponent's core creative team.

“What about the “skills” of those two Mexican models?”

Looking at the casting director beside him with squinted eyes, the smile on Wayne's face did not diminish. He threw the envelope containing the check on the table and joked: "It seems that their "skills" are not very qualified, otherwise you wouldn't be able to It’s this expression of dissatisfaction with desire.”

"No, Wayne, I'm starting to... okay, give me a chance to explain."

Schwartz pointed to the portfolio. "I never thought about collecting these things. You know, to tell you the truth, this is the first time I have received such a large sum of money. I am quite excited. I struggled with my thoughts all night. It is quite embarrassing to say. right?

In fact, as long as I find a way to influence your judgment, say more bad things about Nicolas Cage, and promote your doubts about the role of the Joker, I can hold the money with peace of mind. I originally wanted to return the things, or confess to you before work tomorrow morning, but I was afraid that I would change my mind after a night, so..."

Having said this, he shrugged. Schwartz knew very well that it was understandable for him to use his rights in the crew to get some enjoyment that men knew. The same situation happened in every crew, and Wayne would only These turn a blind eye.

However, the other party will never tolerate a sum of money that affects the director's normal judgment and thus affects his normal work.

"No, it's not shameful, it's human nature." Tapping a finger on the table, Wayne suddenly asked: "Whose agent gave this thing to you and how? Okay, I'll leave the rest. Don’t care, tell me who wants the Joker role?”

"Adrien Brody's agent."

Without any hesitation, Schwartz said a name directly. "It's not just them who are eyeing the role of Joker, but also Paul Bettany's agent, and Robin Williams' agent."

Everyone knows that this role is a hot commodity. As long as the crew does not sign a contract with Nicolas Cage for a day, they will have the opportunity to fight for it. In this circle, if you want to get a ticket to success, you will compete by any means. It has never been a derogatory term. "I didn't expect that even Robin Williams wanted to join in the fun!"

When he heard the names of the other party, Wayne couldn't help but laugh. Those qualified young people had good reasons to stare at him. Who would have thought that the Mesozoic who had been famous for many years would also be eyeing this character.

In his mind, Robin Williams starred in quite a few successful films, such as "Dead Poets Society" in 1990, "Jumanji" and "Meet Me" in the first two years. All have very good results.

After the turn of the century, this male star with a bright future would continue to star in box office bombs one after another, and his popularity would soar. Unfortunately, in his impression, he seemed to have committed suicide in his apartment.

"Listen, regarding the selection of the Joker, it still depends on Nicolas Cage's status tomorrow. Maybe they will actually have a chance to audition."

Putting his hands on the table, Wayne squinted his eyes and said without any harshness in his tone: "The money is just there for you. You can decide what to do with it yourself. Be careful not to leave any traces behind, but I don't want to pay it back." Things like that happen.”

"Thanks, boss, I promise!"

Knowing that he had passed this level, Schwartz relaxed and smiled, and stuffed the document bag back into his body without hesitation. This money will most likely be used as a benefit for the crew, such as inviting everyone to rest together. Go to the bar once a day to have fun, or have a big meal or something.

Just as he was about to end the conversation and get up to leave the office to clean up for get off work, he suddenly hesitated again and said: "Those two Mexican girls have good skills, but, boss, they are Matthew McConaughey." Arranged by my agent.”

"I know, shit."

After Schwartz left the office, Wayne recalled all the compliments Gilmore had given Matthew McConaughey upon his return and now seriously wondered whether the bearded Mexican assistant director had also received a sweet bomb.

He frowned. His mind was already leaning towards Matthew McConaughey, but he was once again alerted. No matter what, everything depends on tomorrow's performance.

After the short period of work, the staff in the studio began to put down the work at hand, and left the studio one by one and walked outside. Wayne was followed by Nina and Naomi Watts, standing in the studio. Waiting for Sergey's tram at the door.

The assistant lady took the time to report in a low voice about the work arrangements of Greenberg Studio. "The start-up capital of "The Matrix" is US$35 million, which has been transferred to the account of a third-party insurance company. It should be enough in a short time. Australia has a very high tax refund limit, which will save a large part of the project's expenses. "

"What about ad placement?"

This is what he is more concerned about. Since "The Matrix" is a series of two consecutive filmings, Warner Bros. has already started overseas pre-sale work when the film began to be prepared. The production cost of this film can be said to be both of them. You don’t have to invest too much, and some people will pay in advance after the filming starts.

At the same time, Warner Bros. has also contacted mobile phone operators and has been discussing the issue of implanting slider mobile phones. It can be said that the movie has already begun to earn profits for them before filming has started.

"Warner Bros. Distribution Department is negotiating with Nokia and Motorola respectively." Nina opened her work record book and glanced at it, then raised her head and said: "The income in this area will not be less than 25 million US dollars. Let's see which one now." Willing to offer better terms.”

After saying that her boss had nothing to say, the assistant continued: "For the first box office split of "The Departed," the North American theater company has called the Warner Bros. distribution department. They have already had a phone call with me and said that Colin can be released at any time. Lead the team of accountants there, and..."

Just as Nina was about to continue talking, she suddenly realized that Wayne was not listening carefully. Instead, he was looking to the left side of the studio in a daze. She followed the other person's gaze, and then burst into laughter.

It turned out that a sexy girl was talking to a man dressed as an agent as they walked. The woman didn't look like a celebrity here in North America, but even from a short distance, she could still spot her like a bomb. Sexy figure.