Rebirth In Hollywood

"Can you talk about your original intention or inspiration for writing this script?"

Although he believed that Pie Kingsley wouldn't lie to him about this kind of thing, and that the woman and boy on the opposite side didn't look like they were acting, Harvey Weinstein had to make sure of it himself before he could rest assured.

"Original intention? Inspiration?" Ryan showed a clear smile. He knew very well that age is a big issue, but it is a help when used properly. After all, some things come out of an adult's mouth and a child's mouth. are two different things.

"Let's put it this way, Mr. Weinstein, although I wrote this script as a thriller and suspense theme, in essence, it should be classified as family ethics. I don't know if Pat has told you that, I was an orphan. Before being adopted by Nicole, I lived in an orphanage. From the time I was sensible, everyone in the orphanage, except the old dean, called me a freak, and no one wanted to be my friend. And no one wants to play with me."

The boy showed a self-deprecating smile, "Of course, this has something to do with my withdrawn personality and my behavior, but it is undeniable that I have lived in a cold and indifferent environment since I was a child, especially when I look at my peers. Everyone was adopted, but I was never cared about, and sometimes I fantasized, would someone help me out of this predicament?"

"The director of the welfare home, Katie, is a kind-hearted lady. If she hadn't helped me out and helped me, I really don't know how to survive those cold years. In a sense, Marco in the script Dr. Mu is the embodiment of Dean Katie."

"After the old dean retired, I encountered something even worse, the sky was not only cold but dark for me at that time. This continued until I happened to meet Nicole and she took me in , and went bankrupt and fought a lawsuit for the guardianship area, without her, I can't imagine what I look like at all."

Speaking of which, Ryan seemed to have touched his feelings and showed a grateful smile to Nicole, "Although my personality is much brighter than before under Nicole's care, I am still a little withdrawn and detached, and I often Sexual trouble, whenever this happens, Nicole will have a good talk with me, not the kind of pedagogical reprimand, but the exchange and communication on an equal position. The more you understand, the deeper your feelings become. The problems about communication in the script also come from this. It is communication that reduces the fear of the unknown and deepens the feelings between relatives. isn't it?"

"Except for those supernatural things, most of this script is based on the life I have experienced." Speaking of which, the boy added, "The single mother who deeply loves her son is actually Ni in reality. But, without her, there would be no story, and there is no script for "The Sixth Sense", and I worked so hard to write this script to commemorate the special friendship between me and her."

"Can you take the liberty to ask which welfare home it is?" Harvey Weinstein's eyes twinkled.

"Right in Los Angeles, North Hollywood's Norston Orphanage."

Ryan is not worried about the other party doing things like investigations. After all, almost everything he said is true, but he was forced into the script by him, and what he said was full of inadvertent hints. and guide.

Of course, with Weinstein's experience, we will naturally perceive this, but don't forget that Ryan is only a child under ten years old now. Adults will doubt whether the child is lying, but will not think about whether some words are true or not. Deliberately dug a hole waiting for people to step on it.

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After Ryan said these words, Harvey Weinstein believed 90% of the time. A child under ten years old can express his words so clearly and in a well-organized manner, which is enough to show how intelligent he is, not to mention , he has always been confident in his vision.

Besides, the Norston Welfare Institute is on the edge of Hollywood, and the truth or falsehood of these words can be seen at a glance if you ask casually.

"Ryan~" The boy's words made Nicole feel a lot more. Although he knew that the two had a deep relationship, he didn't expect that he would always remember her kindness to him. At this time, thousands of words could not compare to one. Emotional hugs.

Well, I haven't fooled the fat man on the opposite side, but Nicole was moved in a mess. Nestled in Nicole Xiang's soft embrace, Ryan felt a little bit helpless.

Harvey Weinstein saw the script more than once, and there were quite a few hiccups in it, especially with the division of the shots, but it was written by a novice who discussed it with his brother Bob Weinstein , the level of excellence of this story is unquestionable, especially the ending part, which will definitely surprise everyone.

Moreover, the investment in this type of film is not large, as long as there are no catastrophic problems, the profit is completely predictable, and he even has several candidates for the director and the actor.

But the little boy Cole is the most troublesome place for him. It is not easy to bring such a unique boy's performance to life. After making movies for so many years, Harvey Weinstein knows very well that animals and children They are the two most uncontrollable existences in filming. It is difficult for you to tell them what you need to express, especially children. When they perform poorly, they can directly ruin a movie, and when they perform well, they can save a movie.

However, after listening to what the boy said, a thought could not stop popping up in his mind, since most of the script is based on his experience, why not let him play this role? , even he doesn't need to substitute or perform deliberately, it is enough to keep his true colors.

The most important thing is that he is a complete rookie and can save a lot of money in terms of salary, and besides, even if there is a large-scale audition for this role, who can guarantee that the boy selected will be better than him. It is more in line with this role based on itself.

There is also that Australian woman who is a little famous actor. I have seen her in "Across the Horizon" some time ago. Apart from being a little too beautiful, her acting skills are quite good. She can play the single mother completely, so that they will be in the Feelings and experiences in reality, moved to the big screen in a different way, isn't it very suitable for publicity and hype?

This buy-one-get-two deal is simply too good a deal. As for the woman's age and appearance, it's just a little trouble with makeup and post-production.

Almost in a short moment, Harvey Weinstein's mind flashed these thoughts, and after calculating the pros and cons, he has to say that he is indeed a mercenary businessman.

"Ryan, Nicole, this script is very good, Miramax has decided to make this movie, so we hope to buy this script as soon as possible, but Ryan is not a professional screenwriter and a newcomer, the price will be low Some, I can give $50,000."

Seeing the confusion and doubts on the boy's face, Harvey Weinstein explained again, "This is a Hollywood convention, and fifty thousand dollars is actually a lot for a newcomer."

Although he knew that Harvey Weinstein was telling the truth, and that he knew the status of Hollywood screenwriters in this era, it was still difficult for Ryan to accept it. , it's almost not even comparable to the fee for a novella.

Nicole was more familiar with Hollywood, and knew that the other party's offer did not deliberately lower the price, but she never made the decision for the boy in this kind of thing, and said at the moment, "Ryan, you make up your own mind."

With a sigh, the boy could only look at his agent, Ms. Kingsley nodded, "The price is fair."

"Mr. Weinstein, I agree to hand over this script to Miramax, and I can talk to Pat about the specifics."

Up to now, Ryan can't be sure whether the other party jumped into the hole he dug, but unless there is a last resort, the effect of saying something from his mouth is completely different from that of the other party taking the initiative.

Harvey Weinstein didn't let him waste his time. After a few words with Pie Kingsley, he looked directly at Nicole Kidman, "Nicole, if possible, I would like to invite you. starring as a single mother in the script.”

"Me?" Nicole obviously didn't expect to get involved with her.

"Of course, from Ryan's words, it can be heard that the prototype of this role is you, and no one is more suitable for this role than you!" Before Nicole could react, Harvey Weinstein continued, "Age is not The problem, what matters is the relationship between you, and I believe Ryan would love to see you on the big screen in such a way."

"Right, Ryan." Harvey Weinstein looked at the boy with a fox-like smile.

"Yes. Nicole is unique in my heart." Ryan stared at the Australian girl with bright eyes, Nicole Kidman only thought for a second, then nodded in response, "Okay , looks like I have no choice."

"Since Nicole is going to play the role of mother, what about you, Ryan?" Harvey Weinstein had a sense of pleasure in the success of his trick.

"Me?" Ryan pretended to be surprised, as if he really didn't understand the meaning of the other party's words, "What does this have to do with me?"

"Let's put it this way, Ryan, do you have any acting experience before?"

"No, if playing the violin and guitar on the school stage doesn't count." The boy shook his head, but he had another thought in his mind. Does every minute and every second count as acting?

The boy's answer exceeded Harvey Weinstein's expectations, and he said, "I want to ask you to play the role of Cole," he said, before Nicole's face was revealed.

"I don't agree!" The person who refused was Nicole Kidman.