1817 Easy relief
Renly stood there quietly, staring at Rooney, who was surrounded by the crowd and surrounded by lights. She stood in the center of the circle with a smile, and nodded her head slightly in a distant but polite manner. Most of the time, it was others who spoke, but she was kind. He expressed a simple response, but even so, he still couldn't stop the people who came to congratulate and congratulate him..
Dazzling lights and noisy sounds surged around, and rolling heat waves spread from the soles of the feet to the ceiling, filling the entire space. Even the surface of the skin could clearly feel the scalding heat, but it was captured in the flashy light and shadow. There is a trace of confusion and loneliness that is not easy to detect, and I am a little out of breath. The more lively it is, the more lonely I feel, and the more crowded it is, the more alienated I feel. Inexplicably, my eyes have lost their focus and I don’t know where they should land..
Then, Rooney saw Renly.
The focus and focus quickly gathered, and a light joy flashed through the eyes inadvertently. The cold facial lines softened slightly, and even the tone of the greetings was dyed with a light warmth..
But then, Rooney realized that this was a public occasion, and it was better for them to keep a low profile, otherwise everyone present was a human being, and their feet would be exposed accidentally. So, Rooney did not dodge deliberately, and gently He blinked his eyes to convey the hint, and then pointed his head towards Renly calmly and generously, which seemed perfectly normal..
It was precisely because of Rooney's actions that others noticed Renly's existence. At this time, people were coming and going in the backstage. If you didn't pay attention deliberately, it would be easy to ignore the people around you. Now when they saw Renly, no one thought too much. Just smiling and signaling, a few people left Rooney and walked towards Renly, while more people were still talking to Rooney..
Rooney was about to withdraw her gaze, brace herself up and continue to deal with the situation at hand, but unexpectedly, Renly took the initiative to move towards their location, which made her reveal a trace of confusion..
Before Rooney could ask, Renly had already come to the side and said with a smile, "Gentlemen and ladies, can I borrow this lady for a while? Tonight, I haven't had time to express my love. Congratulations and thanks. In addition, our director is also waiting for us..”
There is nothing wrong with the gentleman's decent words, especially the last sentence, which does not require too much explanation. It can remind people of the regrettable defeat of "Gravity" at the last moment. No one objected and nodded in agreement. , and then once again expressed congratulations to Rooney and expressed regret to Renly, Renly and Rooney turned around and left hand in hand..
Until they left, Rooney was still staring at Renly in stunned silence, "...It's that simple.？”
Just now, she spent countless thoughts and ideas, but she still couldn't escape from the social scene. Unexpectedly, Renly succeeded with just one understatement.？
Renly shrugged slightly, but didn't smile..
Rooney paused, then gradually came back to her senses, and the smile on her lips slightly rose, "To be honest, it should be very easy for you to deal with such an occasion, right? The reason why you always avoid it is not because of fear or unfamiliarity. Just out of laziness？”
Although she has a distinguished background, Rooney has always had a cold personality since she was a child. She has always been uncomfortable with social situations, and it has become a habit to be independent. However, Renly is a little different. He seems to be a gentleman and elegant, and can handle any situation. Like a fish in water, but deep down he has his own aloofness.
Rooney was used to Renly's independent side, especially his approachability at the film festival, which seemed far away from the well-dressed and handsome figure of the upper class; but gradually she discovered Renly's hidden side, those tricky social situations Falling into Renly's hands, he is always able to resolve it with just a few strokes..
Renly did not deny it, "So, don't you Americans always say that you are really kind?？”
This sentence means……
Rooney immediately reacted: From a cultural perspective, the British always dislike Americans as rude and vulgar, lacking cultural and historical heritage, but she is an "aristocratic" with a long-standing heritage - not class-based, but heritage. Americans, on the other hand, always complain that the British are putting on airs, claiming to be knowledgeable and refusing to keep up with the times, while they are the trendsetters of the new era, advancing with the times and enjoying themselves with the people..
To put it simply, Americans are proud of their "rudeness and vulgarity". They use "true temperament" to explain it, but they resist the British..
When Renly used such an expression at this time, he was actually saying: As a British person, there is naturally no pressure to deal with these hypocritical and polite social situations, because they live in such an environment. With a clever self-deprecation , bringing out the interest of the entire topic.
Rooney's smile immediately bloomed without reservation.
The guests everywhere noticed Rooney's smile and cast strange glances: Is this still the Rooney they are familiar with? The cold and distant, arrogant and cold Rooney？
Rooney pursed her lips and controlled her demeanor, but the smiles on her lips and eyes still overflowed, and she stared at Renly with shining eyes, "So, what do you British people always say about yourselves?？”
“Empire." Renly summed it up with the simplest noun, which made the smile in Rooney's eyes grow more and more. Then Renly added, "Next time you see Andre and Matthew, you can ask Ask them this question, you might be surprised.”
“What about Eaton? " Rooney asked curiously.
Renly pondered for a moment, "His answer may be boring..”
“Does Eaton know that you are complaining about him behind his back like this? "Rooney's voice has become completely brisk..
Renly pursed his lips, "He also complained about himself in this way..”
Backstage at the awards ceremony, Renly and Rooney walked side by side without arousing any suspicion..
Because Rooney thanked "him" in particular in her acceptance speech, and also specifically thanked Renly by name. Almost everyone would not directly equate "him" with "Renly", but would take it for granted. I think it should be two people. Therefore, it is completely normal for two people to appear together as partners in "Gravity" at this time. What's more, they join hands to find Alfonso Cuaron. Look at It feels even less tricky when you get up..
Alfonso's mood is still a little low.
Compared with the statuette for Best Picture, he regrets that the hard work of the crew and crew has not been recognized more, whether it is Best Director, Best Supporting Actress, or other technical awards, tonight's "Gravity" "The eight statuette trophies can be regarded as individual individual awards, rather than being recognized as a whole like the best film..
If "Gravity" failed to compete for the best picture from the beginning, then forget it. The movie's box office is already an important affirmation from the audience for the hard work of the crew; but after sweeping eight statuettes tonight, the crew Everyone's expectations were inevitably raised, but in the end they just passed each other by. Regrets and regrets are naturally inevitable..
“Don't worry, I will find motivation again." Despite the sadness and loss, Alfonso still smiled and expressed his gratitude to Renly and Rooney..
Alfonso is a very simple filmmaker. The reason why he filmed "Gravity" is obviously not because of the awards, but because of his love for research. It seems that now, the reason why he regrets it is not for himself, but for the crew.
Renly said with a smile, "Explore a new shooting technology？”
“Ha, that might be difficult, and then you have to wait another five years? Even if I want to, my wife will protest." Because of Renly's joke, Alfonso also chuckled, "I have some scattered thoughts now, but I don't have a clear concept and framework yet. But. , I heard that you are preparing a film production company？”
What a turning point in this topic……
Renly cast a glance at Rooney, as if to say: Look, Alfonso just needs to return to the topic of movies to cheer up..
But the words did not stop. Renly said, "I'm not sure what the rumors are about. I didn't prepare a film company, but I did participate in the management of a film company, which can be regarded as a shareholding. Why, are you willing to seek our investment? ? We are a small company that has just started. We have already produced 'Explosion Drummer'. The distribution channel is still 'borrowed' from Sony Classics for the time being. Are you sure?？”
“I should be the one to raise this question." Alfonso said sincerely, "You know, when I was preparing for 'Gravity', I struggled for a long time. Most production companies were unwilling to take over, even Warner Bros. Brother, they were also constantly bargaining. After the leader was changed, the team that connected with us was completely changed. Later, many unpleasant things happened during the release stage and public relations stage..”
“I am serious. I think it is still very difficult to invest in my next work. The subject matter of my work is destined not to be easily accepted by the market. So, I should ask you, are you willing to invest? "Alfonso is an honest man, there are no tricks, everything is down to earth..
Renly knew that Alfonso was telling the truth. Even though Alfonso won the Oscar for Best Director for "Gravity", he still couldn't find investors or distributors for his next film. After going around in circles, he finally found Netflix with all kinds of helplessness.——
If possible, Alfonso still hopes that his movies will be released on the big screen rather than online on demand on computers or TVs. In this regard, he and Christopher Nolan are both conservative academics..
Renly raised his eyebrows, "Of course, I'm sure. After you confirm your ideas and concepts, how about we sit down and talk about it?？”
“Talk to you? "Alfonso suddenly became excited..
Renly was surprised for a moment, then he understood and gave an affirmative reply, "Yes, talk to me..”
Talking about cooperation and investment with production companies is very particular. Most projects are invested in pre-film and television production managers, a small number of projects are invested in producers, and some projects require interviews with the managers of the production department. However, What is certain is that the more non-professional people value market value and profit returns, the more difficult the negotiation will be..
If we could have an interview with Renly, things would naturally be different..
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