Superstar

This afternoon, Hugo and Cameron came to the furniture store again. Today they came here specially to buy a lamp. They didn’t think about this before, but Hugo found that a lamp was missing on the desk in the study these two days. , And two of the table lamps on the bedside table in the bedroom were broken, and new ones need to be added.

Cameron teased Hugo with a teddy bear lamp there, "Put this on your desk, it will definitely be very effective." Hugo's study room is full of strong books, and the overall design is also It's very simple, obviously, the table lamp in front of you is too cute, and it's completely different from the design of the study.

But Hugo shrugged, and said seriously, "I feel the same way. I think it's appropriate to imagine Leo reading a book under the light of a desk lamp." These words angered Cameron. It’s very hard to hold back a smile, and Hugo looked at Cameron up and down, and then said, “Actually, it’s also very suitable for you, or else, it’s your exclusive desk lamp when you’re studying in the study... Oh, I forgot. No, you don’t read."

"Hey, Hugo!" Cameron stomped annoyedly, looked down at the lamp in his hand, and then at the serious expression on Hugo's face, which made her itchy, "Don't you Thought I didn't dare, I really bought it!"

Hugo tried his best to endure a smile, raised his eyebrows, and made Cameron very depressed. At this moment, a voice came from the side as a relief for Cameron, "If it's a young lady, this lamp is very suitable, but if it matches with Mr., it looks a bit..." Then the words behind deliberately disappeared, a face The ridiculous expression.

Looking back at the voice, it was a completely strange face. Hugo was stunned. The other party seemed to have anticipated Hugo's reaction. He met Hugo's gaze and proactively extended his right hand, "Afternoon Okay, Mr. Lancaster, Miss Diaz, this is Mike Figes." After shaking hands with the two, he also raised his hands to express his innocence, "rest assured, I have no contact with the paparazzi. ."

Mike Feggis, director and screenwriter of "Far from Casino".

Hugo's eyes widened slightly, and then he reacted, "Hey, Mike, it's nice to meet you." Hugo looked around. This is still a quieter furniture store, and the clerk didn't even notice the famous one. Hugo was in the shop, there was no commotion, "So, you are here to...?"

Obviously this is not a place where you can meet Hollywood colleagues casually, and it happened to be Mike-the two met for the first time a few days ago, and then Mike's "Far from Casino" appeared on Hugo's desk. The two had never met before, but they met again in a short period of time, which made people feel it was too coincidental.

"Mattress, I am buying a mattress." Mike seemed to notice Hugo's suspicion and explained repeatedly.

Although Hugo still had some doubts, he didn't think about it anymore, "This is a big project. If there is a partner, then it is even more important." Generally speaking, women are always more sensitive when buying mattresses. There are more requirements. Of course, this is just a general case.

Mike heard the meaning of Hugo’s words, smiled and nodded, “I’m just the vanguard, and the follow-up work is still to be handed over to my wife.” After that, Mike turned his attention to Cameron, as if It implied that Cameron was Hugo's companion. This sight caused both Cameron and Hugo to laugh at a loss.

Mike did not stay on this topic, but went on to say, "Have I told you that I really like the work "Before Sunrise"? Although I know you must have heard many similar things..."

"No, no, not many people mentioned'before sunrise'." Hugo waved his hand again and again, and said with a smile, "You know, this movie is not my best box office work." Just a word to Mike. Haha laughed, the laughter broke the silence in the furniture store directly, the scattered guests around all cast dissatisfied eyes, and Mike put away his smile a little embarrassingly.

"I like'before sunrise' very much. In fact, I have watched it four times over and over again, and I am deeply impressed by the lines inside. I can link the plot through the pile of lines and shape the characters. I think This is a very miraculous thing. Hollywood hasn't seen such an outstanding work for a long, long time." Mike didn't hesitate to praise his words, but made Hugo a little uncomfortable.

After some courtesy, Mike looked at Cameron standing next to him, "Sorry, I interrupted your time, I think I should leave the space for you two. Moreover, I also have the task today. , Isn't it?" Then Mike said again, "Let's talk in detail next time we meet, I hope you have a good day." Then he said goodbye.

Hugo thought it was a little strange. Did Mike come forward to greet him just to praise "before sunrise"? But Cameron obviously thought that Hugo was thinking too much, "Maybe he just saw you and came over to be polite. Otherwise, you also noticed him, but found that he didn't come to say hello, which is very impolite."

After Hugo and Cameron returned to the villa, Joseph, who was calling, beckoned Hugo to pass, and said into the receiver, "Speak to Hugo yourself." Then he passed the phone. After Hugo, he himself shouted to Samora in the kitchen, "Don't prepare afternoon tea, you know I'm controlling my weight!"

"Then you don't want to eat it." Hugo said to Joseph with a smile, but it drew an angry and tangled expression on Joseph's face, which made Hugo laugh. He took the call, "Rick, What's wrong?"

"It's okay, it's a trivial thing. I just told you that you are back." Rick's voice seemed very relaxed, "'Die Hard 3'holds a small celebration banquet and invites you to attend."

"What?" Hugo looked surprised, "Why invite me?" He has no half-cent relationship with the crew of "Die Hard 3".

Rick’s chuckle came over, “Isn’t it obvious, I want to get closer to you.” Rick explained simply, “Die Hard 3’ has no more than 70 million dollars in the North American box office. It is estimated that it will be difficult for the North American box office to break 100 million yuan in the end. Their investment in this work will only be 90 million. They can only hope that the overseas market can recover the cost. How can they hold a celebration party now. In fact, it is a publicity occasion, inviting some media , To create some gimmicks, and hope that at least the North American box office can make another punch."

The final direction of a movie's box office is not that simple. This is also an important reason why independent movies have never been able to compete with large film companies.

"They just wanted to let the reporters know that there was nothing wrong between you and Twentieth Century Fox." Rick's words were vague, but Hugo reacted. Tracey Jacobs, "Guardless." The original producer of "Long Wei 3". "Moreover, they actually want to test your thoughts and see how you feel about ‘away from the casino’."

"This movie deserves so much attention from Twentieth Century Fox?" Hugo raised his eyebrows slightly, obviously not convinced.

Rick didn’t answer directly, but instead asked, “Do you know how long it’s been until the 20th Century Fox won the major Oscar awards?” Hugo really didn’t know this. “Since 1987,'Wall Street' won it. After the actor, they never got involved in major department awards, not even nominated. The last time they received a major nomination was "Flying the Future" in 1988, Tom's Best Actor and Best Original Screenplay. "

Hugo opened his eyes wide in surprise. He had no idea that Fox in the 20th century was so pitiful. In the past two years, works such as "Speed ​​of Life and Death", "True Lies" and "Slim Daddy" produced and distributed by Fox in the 20th century have achieved brilliant box office results, which can be described as a boom. But behind this brilliance, they were completely ignored by the academy.

"Kevin Pence is very valued this time on'staying away from the casino', because in his next blueprint, 20th Century Fox will not only maintain a stable box office, but also make a breakthrough in awards. So, you move. He showed up in person that day. The reasons are very complicated, but the most important thing is to see your reaction to the script." Rick’s explanation relieved Hugo. He had previously wondered how a small script could have attracted the 20th century. This is unreasonable for the attention of Fox CEO.

But now it seems that "far from the gambling city" is only part of a huge plan, and a big boss like Kevin Pence has a different vision.

"I ran into Mike Feggis in the furniture store just now. He said he was going to buy a mattress..." Hugo remembered what happened just now~www.wuxiaspot.com~ by the way.

Rick's laugh came through the earpiece clearly, "Hugo, Figues is British, he lives in London, and he has no fixed assets in Los Angeles."

Hugo suddenly realized that Mike Feggis also appeared after aiming at him. Buying a mattress was just an excuse. These people really took great pains to "get away from the gambling city" project.

"Moreover, I suspect that Kevin has other calculations." Rick added, "I think'far from gambling city' is just an addition. His real plan should be a big guy. I have heard about the twentieth century. Fox now has a project with a budget of more than 70 million, but they haven't leaked much information internally. I think he has spent a lot of time in inviting you to attend, and maybe he has a long-term plan."

Regarding what Rick said later, Hugo didn’t care, because the matter had not yet a clear context, he naturally couldn’t make a judgment. He still focused on "Away from the Casino" and "Walking on Death Row". "The choice is more reliable.

"Away from the gambling city" under the big tree, it is good to enjoy the cool, relying on the frequent activities of the 20th Century Fox's contacts; then the helpless "death row" is about to sit and wait for death? Obviously, Tim Robbins has no such plans.