2293 Industry trends
“Ha." Harvey Weinstein glanced at the lit screen of his mobile phone, and a chuckle escaped from his mouth, showing his good mood..
Not to mention Bob Weinstein sitting on the other side of the sofa, even the secretary who came to deliver coffee could feel Harvey's relaxation radiating from the inside out; but the secretary wisely did not explore, but She pretended that she didn't see it at all, put down her coffee, and then turned around and left the office, leaving a private space for the Weinstein brothers to hold meetings. She was not curious about those secrets at all. This was a rule of survival..
“What? "Bob knew Harvey, maybe even better than he knew himself..
Over the past two years, Harvey's temper has become increasingly bullish. All the work of the entire Weinstein Film Company must be reviewed by Harvey. Otherwise, even the documents signed by Bob can still be overturned and re-discussed; Not to mention that Harvey used his power for personal gain, forcing actresses to do things against their will, and gradually exceeded the bottom line, which also forced Bob to deal with Harvey's aftermath again and again..
Now in the company, only Bob can give Harvey some advice. As for the other partners, as long as Harvey can still create benefits for them, they are happy to turn a blind eye. But this only makes Bob Bo's job is getting more and more difficult, like dire straits.
Just like this moment.
In fact, Bob didn't care what happened at all. Maybe one of Harvey's pets was trying to please him again, maybe the woman Harvey had been waiting for was finally about to be unsealed, maybe Harvey's work arrangement had achieved results...possibility There are really too many, he doesn’t want to know at all.
But the fact is that Bob must ask, because Harvey needs a listener, a listener who can show off and show off as much as he can - just like a peacock spreading its tail; if Bob doesn't ask, Harvey will sooner or later take the initiative to say it. , and complains about Bob's indifference.
For God's sake, Harvey never cared what Bob was doing.
“It's Eddie." Sure enough, the corners of Harvey's lips raised greatly, "He just finished an internal preview in Philadelphia and just arrived in Los Angeles today. He texted and said that he brought a bottle of whiskey from his private collection just for me. Oh, he is such a considerate person, he never forgets me even when he is working.”
Eddie Medlane, Xavi’s new favorite——
When it comes to work, at least half of the ten sentences are about Eddie, "How great he is at parties", "He shows true aristocratic qualities", "His etiquette is so perfect", "He doesn't mind starring in commercial movies at all, he doesn't have any airs of elitism", "His erudition is really impressive"...and so on.
Not only that, the relationship between Eddie and Jennifer Lawrence is also very good, and they have enjoyed each other several times when they met, which made Harvey even more satisfied..
In recent years, Harvey has been supporting Jennifer vigorously behind the scenes, truly bringing Jennifer to the pinnacle of her career. Her influence in the industry is unparalleled. In Hollywood, it is no exaggeration to say that "everyone loves Jennifer"—— Not even Renly has reached this level..
With Jennifer as a young actress, Harvey is now preparing to support a direct male actor, so that the future development of Weinstein Films can continue to present a virtuous cycle, Eddie Medline and Benny Dict Cumberbatch enters Harvey's sights.
In the first half of the awards season, Benedict was Harvey's favorite. After "The Imitation Game" hit Toronto, the momentum has been growing. Harvey is also very optimistic about the actor's future and signed five movies with Benedict in one go. The cooperation agreement for the work, and recommended Benedict to Disney to participate in the casting competition for "Doctor Strange", which really opened up Benedict's career in the North American market..
But after entering December, Eddie's position has been rising all the way. With his more agreeable and considerate personality, he has won Harvey's favor. Even Eddie's age disadvantage has evolved into an advantage in Harvey's eyes. "That Annoying guys are so young, this is the future of Hollywood.”
Generally speaking, actresses should be as young as possible and male actors should be as middle-aged as possible. This is the template that best fits the mainstream Hollywood movies..
Therefore, Harvey chose the young Jennifer among the actresses, while among the actors, he was more inclined to Benedict, who is 38 years old this year. In comparison, Eddie, who is about to turn 33, It seems too young, which is not a good thing for the development blueprint of Weinstein Films.
But now……
Bob was not surprised at all that Eddie's text message could make Harvey feel happy, "Philadelphia? Didn't Benedict go to the preview together?"？”
The internal preview screening should be a screening of the awards season works organized by Weinstein Films to ensure that more judges can see the works they recommend. Whether they like it or not, at least it needs to leave an impression - otherwise it will be like "Brokeback Mountain" In that case, the judges refuse to watch, and subsequent public relations will not be able to open up the situation. Not only Weinstein Pictures, but other major film companies often organize various screenings during the awards season.
However, the screening also included a reception and banquet, which was expensive. Therefore, the "Crash" chose to find another way and sent DVDs to 6,000 judges..
What really surprised Bob was that "The Imitation Game" is the main promotion work of the Weinstein Films during the awards season, because the audience's reputation at the Toronto Film Festival has shown that this work has a higher priority in the highlights of Best Picture and Best Director. Most likely, they need to focus on public relations.
No, Harvey waved his hand casually, "The screening in Philadelphia was too small. Benny didn't seem interested, but Eddie didn't mind." His understatement revealed his dissatisfaction with Benedict. , but it was just dissatisfaction. He then continued, "What's more, this year's best film is likely to be between 'Boyhood', 'The Grand Budapest Hotel' and 'Birdman', 'American Sniper' There is also a little bit of hope. I think it is time for us to adjust the strategy for the second phase..”
“What? "This is the first time Bob has heard this - and Harvey has not discussed it with him at all, and it should be just a routine notification now..
“Didn't I tell you before? Harvey showed an unexpected look, immersed in his own world, "I did some research in Hollywood and found out who won the Best Picture at the Golden Globe Awards. As expected, it was 'Boyhood' and 'The Grand Budapest Hotel'." 'Yeah, the chance of an accident is very low.”
There are less than ninety members of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. This is a discussion sample that can be estimated, inquired, and modeled. The trend of the awards will not deviate too much. Of course, in order to ensure suspense, the Golden Globe Awards internal Real information is rarely revealed. Harvey's judgment is more of a conclusion after predicting and evaluating the overall situation of the awards season. There are still certain uncertain variables..
As for the Oscars, the Academy’s judging base is too large, so the accuracy of the evaluation must naturally be adjusted downwards..
“Sony is still a little busy right now, so after careful evaluation, I think we should concentrate our public relations efforts on the script department and actor department to seize the advantage in the second stage." Harvey told his thoughts in a few words, But he didn’t ask Bob about his intention.
“……So, what you're saying is, give up on 'The Imitation Game'? "Bob still couldn't believe it..
This is not to say that the decision to abandon the candidate works is so surprising - every year, the Weinstein Films inevitably abandons multiple works during the awards season, and the final ones selected are only one to three, with a high elimination rate. High, which is unmatched by other independent film distribution companies; but that they have spent countless efforts and energy on the "Imitation Game", and it would be too impulsive and a pity to give up now..
“No." Harvey laughed cheerfully, "Of course not. 'The Imitation Game' can focus on attacking the director and script, while 'The Theory of Everything' can look at the actors..”
In the final analysis, Eddie’s intention is still to be pushed？
Bob realized that Harvey was blinded by his personal emotions - he was now bent on sniping Renly, all his attention was focused on the Best Actor department, and he even gave up public relations for other awards. This was irrational. It's also unwise. The result may be nothing..
“Harvey..." Bob also tried to dissuade him..
But Harvey seemed to have anticipated Bob's intention. He waved his hand hastily and said nonchalantly, "I know what I am doing. I will not jump to conclusions casually. I will first look at the trend of the Golden Globe Awards. If I am wrong, Yes, I will change it. For now, let Eddie and Benny push it together. It’s good to form a double insurance. Our public relations power can be tilted over. I think there is no problem and there will be no surprises..”
“That's what I'm worried about." Bob murmured in his heart. He was worried that Harvey would focus all his efforts on the public relations for Best Actor. But obviously, Harvey was unwilling to say anything more. Bob knew that, Even if he forcibly suggested it, it would have no effect and might actually irritate Harvey..
So, Bob temporarily shut his mouth: Let's wait until the Golden Globe Awards ceremony is over. If Harvey is really wrong, it will be easier for him to dissuade him; and if Harvey is right, then he will not make the mistake of Harvey was having a conflict head-on. Thinking about it this way, things became much simpler and Bob relaxed..
“I think Eddie is good." Bob's words made Harvey show a big smile and nodded in agreement, "When will the praise and support of Hawking and his wife be released? Wait until the nomination list comes out? "This list refers to Oscar nominations.
“"The Theory of Everything" is adapted from the memoirs of Stephen Hawking's wife Jane Hawking. Their appreciation of the movie is undoubtedly the best public relations tool, but when should it be released to cheer? This is the science of public relations Got it.
“Wait a minute. We’ll talk about it after the nominations come out.” Harvey strategized.
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