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“Hey Andy! You also made a special trip here? Renly is your new signing? Wow... Good sense, really good sense... I mean it, this time 'Buried Alive' is quite popular... It seems that you will be busy again in the remaining months of this year... ...Not much to say, I still have to rush to the show. There are still ten minutes until the opening. I hope my old legs can make it in time and I can ask you out for a drink later.……”
Telluride is always bustling with people and people coming and going during the film festival. This palm-sized town seems to have been overwhelmed by the sea of people, even crazier than the small town of Cannes. These three people sitting in the hotel lobby In the past ten minutes, this person has become the nineteenth acquaintance, and the voice of greeting has not stopped..
Andy waved goodbye with a smile, but he couldn't help but glance at the elevator entrance again, but still didn't see the person they were waiting for. He looked back and glanced up. Ren Lian was sitting next to him, crossing his legs elegantly. , flipping through the newspaper that came out this morning, and immersed himself in the world of the world, his calm posture was even more calm than him - the long wait, the missed appointment time, plus the endless stream of greetings Sound, even a veteran like Andy can't help but become a little impetuous..
“Hey Andy! Another voice said hello, interrupting Andy's thoughts. He raised his head and nodded, then looked at Renly again, "You don't seem nervous at all.".”
“I'm nervous too, but you can't tell." Having been born in two lifetimes, his nerves have already been severely tested. What's more, emotional control is a required course for nobles to maintain elegance..
Renly's calmness made Andy chuckle, "Was it the same last night?" Andy was talking about last night's audition for "Fast and Furious 5".
“No, I was indeed not nervous last night." Renly's answer was always unexpected. He put down the newspaper, "You will only be nervous when you have an idea; if you don't have an idea, everything will be very calm..”
A simple sentence, but Andy tasted a deeper meaning. Indeed, he had an idea.
Last night's audition went well, far beyond expectations. Inside news came out that night that "Fast and Furious 5" was very satisfied with Renly and had a strong intention to add him to the cast. Today Reporters also got the news in the morning; this also gave Andy greater expectations for today's "Evil Boss" audition.——
If possible, Andy would naturally not want to miss any work. Even if there is a schedule conflict, it can be adjusted through negotiation. Judging from Renly's performance in the audition last night, Andy can't think of Brett Ratner to refuse. reason.
Bright is the producer of "Horrible Bosses". This year is his tenth year in the industry. His most famous work is the American TV series "Prison Break", and he participated in the production of this work as a producer. After that, Bright switched to the film industry and produced works such as "Blackjack", "Continuing Terror", and "Skyline". He also directed the "Rush Hour" series, "X-Men: Works such as "The Last Stand".
Andy and Brett are old friends. They have known each other for many years, and they also have some friendship in private. Although not close, it is enough in Hollywood. This is also the reason why Andy was able to get the first twenty pages of the script of "Bad Boss". With Lan With Li’s strength and Andy’s lobbying, “Evil Boss” is also worth looking forward to..
In this way, with an action movie, a comedy movie, and a literary romance movie, Renly's acting career will really take off next year, and the speed will far exceed Andy's expectations. Therefore, he has Got an idea.
This morning's audition was scheduled to meet at ten o'clock, but now it is already a quarter past ten. Producer Brett still has not shown up. There are voice messages on the guest room phone and personal mobile phone. Andy's mood is uncontrollable and agitated..
”So, you have an idea now? "Andy couldn't help but said jokingly. Of course he hoped that he and Renly would have a happy cooperation and reach a consensus, but to be honest, when he picked the script of "Bad Boss", he didn't expect Renly to be so proactive..
Renly shrugged, "We've already talked about this, haven't we?" He did want to star in "Hot Boss" more than "Fast and Furious 5."”.
Just as Andy was about to continue talking, he saw a figure walking quickly from the lobby in front of him. He immediately stood up and shouted, "Bright!" With the words, Andy walked away quickly. Going up, the chubby body burst out with unimaginable power, like a penguin running fast, and there was an inexplicable sense of joy..
Renly followed suit with long strides..
Brett stopped at the front desk of the hotel. He is a typical Jew. His curly hair like instant noodles, neatly trimmed beard, and fat body like a salmon betray his origin. He wears a red round-neck T-shirt. The blazer look didn't help either. He looked like a less handsome version of Seth Rogen - even though Seth wasn't handsome to begin with..
“Andy, Andy, Andy." Brett recognized the other person immediately, with an apologetic smile on his face, "Sorry, I know, we have an appointment at ten o'clock, I'm late, and I'm leaving now, I'm really sorry. But I have something urgent to do and need to go to the Sheridan Theater.”
Brett raised his head and looked around, and then saw Renly standing next to him. He glanced briefly and then said to Andy, "How about this, you guys follow me to the theater and briefly exchange ideas on the way. how？”
Andy frowned slightly and said with a smile, "Brett, we have known each other for more than ten years, are you still doing this with me? The distance between here and the theater is only three minutes at most. What can we talk about? Something? If it’s a serious audition, at least you can give me ten minutes, otherwise, let’s sit down next to each other and talk face to face, or maybe we can reschedule the time?？”
Without any politeness or cover-up, Andy opened the skylight and spoke frankly, without giving Brett much room for maneuver..
Brett showed a helpless smile and said sincerely, "To be honest, we think he is too young, only twenty years old. We hope to find an actor in his early thirties to star in this work. The director specifically mentioned That's it." Bright raised his chin and glanced at Renly again, "He's so young, so he might as well act in some teen movies. I believe he'll be a good fit..”
This is a credible reason. At least in terms of appearance, there is no loophole. Renly's age is indeed an insurmountable flaw. The three employees in "Evil Boss" are good friends according to the setting, so they are They will join forces to plan to murder the boss, but if Renly, an actor in his early twenties, is used, this also means that the age difference between the other two actors cannot be too much..
However, Andy didn't buy it at all..
In the acting industry, it is not uncommon for a thirty-year-old actor to play an eighty-year-old character, or a forty-year-old actor to play a twenty-five-year-old character. This is especially true for men. There is a huge difference in the visual effects of a beard, taking care of your hair, and not taking care of your hair. Coupled with the superb contemporary makeup technology, the sense of dissonance will be minimized..
When Brad Pitt starred in "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" in 2008, he played the role from six years old to eighty years old. During this period, all the scenes in his early twenties and early thirties were played by his true character. At that time, Brad is forty-five years old.
“Dog/shit." Andy shot back without giving any face, "When I introduced Renly to you, I already stated that he is only twenty years old; and in the work "Buried Alive", he played The 28-year-old middle-aged man has also been recognized by the audience and film critics. Don't tell me that you don't know all this. Just because of my face, you nodded and agreed to the audition. We have not just appeared in the film. social rookie.”
The sharp words were pressed step by step, leaving almost no room for Brett to breathe..
However, Bright did not panic. Instead, he spread his hands with a chuckle, showing a helpless look, as if to say, "You asked me to tell the truth, so don't blame me for not caring about our friendship." "We Decided to use more famous actors.”
Simple and clear, no redundant explanations or explanations, just so direct. The subtext is, we don’t want nobodies..
Seeing that Andy still wanted to talk, Brett didn't leave any chance this time and continued, "I got a call this morning, and Jason Bateman and Jason Sudeikis have both nodded. You know of.”
Andy couldn't refute. Before the audition, Andy knew that Brett intended to create an all-star lineup. It was very important for Renly to be in his sights. The rendering of Toronto and Telluride was also why Brett was willing to give Lanly The fundamental reason for giving Renly a chance. But now that Bateman and Sudeikis have agreed to star, Renly basically has no chance..
“Brett." Andy wanted to continue fighting. Even if he didn't finish speaking, Brett understood what Andy meant. He cut off Andy's words and said, "If you want, I can still give him a chance. Like I said, walk from here to the theatre. But, you also know the outcome.”
Popularity, this is Renly's fatal weakness. It has nothing to do with strength, appearance, or salary. When the producers are determined to use actors with higher reputations, that is the end of the game..
“Believe me, he is fine and everything is fine. But we can only look forward to our next cooperation." Brett patted Andy on the shoulder and said kindly..
Andy did not continue to fight, because if he continued to talk, he would only make himself less valuable. Other conditions could be reversed and made up for, but qualifications, experience and popularity were beyond the capabilities of the agent..
Watching Brett leave the hotel, Andy turned and looked at Renly. There was unconcealable disappointment in both of their eyes. Failure is not possible. Failure after hard work and exhaustion is acceptable, but Even the chance to give it a try was stifled. This kind of failure is the most disappointing..
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