2317 Special pick-up
Blue sky. White clouds. Sunshine. And palm trees.
The straight and spacious highways divide the whole city into neat and vast shapes like grids. Even in the cold winter of late February, you can still smell the smell of summer, and everything seems to be tinged with a faint golden halo..
Los Angeles is still the same Los Angeles, with sunshine all year round and a leisurely and comfortable atmosphere..
A black Land Rover was running on the highway heading to the international airport. The airport terminal was already in sight. The crowded traffic slowed down the car. The endless busy scene has not changed. This is just another scene in Los Angeles. Just a busy Thursday.
“Renly, are you sure? You look like you could use some rest." Sitting behind the steering wheel was Paul Walker. He raised his eyes and glanced at the rearview mirror. Renly, who was sitting in the back seat, leaned on the back of his seat and was closing his eyes. Resting my eyes, I seem to have not recovered from the fatigue of the long flight..
Renly had already woken up when he entered the airport expressway. He just closed his eyes now. "She can agree to accompany me to attend the ceremony. This is something to be thankful for. I can at least show a little sincerity and come to pick her up." It’s okay if I don’t come back on time, but I landed yesterday, right?？”
Last night, Renly and Felicity landed safely in Los Angeles, arriving on a red-eye flight from the Maldives, leaving plenty of time to prepare for the Oscars, which is set to kick off this weekend..
On a day when the sun was setting but a torrential rain interrupted the filming day, Renly and Felicity teamed up to give an outstanding performance, showing a rare and excellent state, which was undoubtedly recognized by Garris..
“Perfect! I really couldn't ask for more." These are Garris's original words..
Even if I watch the replay again, the emotion of excitement and excitement has not diminished. It truly perfectly presents all of Garris's ideas for the finale, the strong chemical reaction and the profound stirring of thoughts, all included in the footage. Leaves endless room for imagination.
As a director, what more could he ask for?？
Sure enough, film is a collective artistic creation activity. The collision between director and actors, director and crew finds the most harmonious and harmonious track among countless thoughts and ideas, and pursues the resonance between the lens and the audience..
Garris was just one of the members of the entire crew who was full of exclamations and admirations. The surprises and praises of other staff members finally found an outlet and were displayed without reservation, especially when they found the ultimate expression between the sunset and the heavy rain. The perfect location makes this scene unique..
This kind of satisfaction and pride can never be felt when shooting in a studio. The kind of satisfaction of finally working together to achieve the goal after sharing the joys and sorrows and going through many difficulties and dangers is enough to become a treasured memory for everyone on the crew, and it will also be cherished by everyone on the crew. Become a precious memory behind the film.
Directors such as Christopher Nolan, Alfonso Cuaron, and the Coen brothers are seeking technological innovation on the one hand, and on the other hand they are protecting the traditional persistence of movies. What they insist on and protect is actually this sunset and A brief moment of heavy rain. This is especially true for "Boyhood", which is a hit during this year's awards season..
There are some things that computer technology cannot replace.
“Phew, my agent can finally breathe a sigh of relief." Renly ended with a joke, and the entire crew ended the day's filming in a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere..
The next day after that, Renly and Felicity still stayed on the island, trying to wait for the sunset in the evening and take some more profile shots, but unfortunately, although it didn't rain, the thin Cumulus clouds blocked the sun, and the difference in light made the effect of the camera capture look unsatisfactory. Even if lighting equipment was used to complete the lighting, it was still unable to create the same effect. Garris had to give up in the end..
This is the most realistic problem: some light, some environment, some inspiration...if you miss it, it may never appear again..
A classic work also requires the cooperation of the right people at the right time and place.
Garris finally gave up his obsession, stopped reshooting, and began to work on other scenes; while Renly and Felicity left the Maldives and returned to the North American continent to prepare for the upcoming Oscars.
Before leaving the island for a connecting flight in Male, Renly received some good news.：
Edith is back in London.
She ended another journey to the battlefield and returned to the Prince's Garden safely; but she did not say whether she had found the answer, but evaded it in a joking way, "At least I didn't lose a finger or anything. Yes, otherwise my mother would go crazy..”
For Catholics, they always hope that their bodies will remain intact when they pass away; this is especially true for nobles who pay attention to decency and etiquette..
Renly couldn't be sure of Edith's status. At least on the phone, Edith revealed too little emotion; but even if he knew, he might not be able to help. Some things needed to be solved by himself after all, and the only thing he could do was Yes, just stay with her and let her know that she is not alone.
“......I'm getting ready to go back to attend the Oscars, you know, a place where I can feel good." Renly mentioned his plans in a teasing and self-deprecating way, "How about it, are you interested? "This was just an inspiration. It flashed by. Renly didn't know where it came from, but after he said it, he felt that the plan was good. "Not as a photojournalist, but as a guest..”
Edith is also very familiar with the Oscars. If she wants, she can always find a ticket that allows her to appear backstage at the awards ceremony; but before this, Edith has always appeared in a professional capacity and has never really Enjoy that party at the top of Hollywood's Vanity Fair.
Edith was not interested—she had just left the harsh environment on the front lines of the battlefield. She really couldn't imagine herself appearing in the spotlight of Vanity Fair right away. She was about to refuse..
But Renly's words gave her pause..
“You know how Dick Cheney changed the world? "Renly's words made Edith stunned, "They just appeared in suits and ties at those dinner parties where people were dressed and drinking, and then used their own words to provoke those Wall Street capital, those elites, and a few. People control the fate of most people, turning their hands into clouds and rain, and then the world is riddled with holes..”
Dick Cheney, the former Vice President of the United States, was also the real driving force behind the Iraq War. His deeds were later adapted into the movie "Vice President"”.
But that’s not the point of Renly’s words, “I mean, if you want to stop the war, or help those innocent people, or raise funds, Oscar is a good start..”
The whole world knows that Hollywood is against war.
Relying solely on Edith's power alone, she may be able to expose ten news and twenty truths, but by leveraging the power of the elite, she can truly change the social structure and the course of history. In this society, investigative reporters are needed existence; but it also requires the existence of politicians, because changing the world is definitely not something that can be accomplished by the power of one person.
Renly is trying to change the situation of independent films, but his appeal alone is not enough. He cannot compete with Wall Street, so he needs Sisyphus Films, he needs Sundance Film Festival, he Needs three major film festivals in Europe - even if this has deviated from the original intention of his dream.
This is the true meaning of the line from "Spider-Man": with greater power comes greater responsibility.
Edith could understand what Renly meant, but she had just returned to London and was exhausted both physically and mentally. She still needed some time to calm down..
She didn't agree to Renly, just changed the subject, and hung up the phone soon after..
It was just a momentary inspiration, but after saying it, Renly realized that it was a good idea..
He admitted that in addition to the above reasons, he also had his own selfish motives. He hoped that Edith could continue to fight for her dreams, just in a different way. If Edith wanted, she could still return to the front line, but occasionally, even if She can be just as useful away from the front lines, so can Edith find the real answers?？
Renly didn't know and wasn't sure, but he still gave his thoughts and suggestions, and then left the decision to Edith.
After Renly arrived in Los Angeles, a text message from Edith arrived.：
“prepare a dress for me.”
That's how it happened.
So today, Renly made a special trip to pick him up at Los Angeles International Airport, and Paul became the driver, just like when Meadow came to Los Angeles from Honolulu..
“How is Edith doing? Are you sure it doesn't matter? "Paul had just met Edith at the Prince's Garden at the Christmas party not long ago, and they could be considered friends..
Renly paused, "I'm not sure either. To be honest, I don't know if inviting her to attend the ceremony was the right decision..”
Although Renly's family background has been made public, Edith's identity is not a secret, and interested people can always find many clues; but Edith has never completely stood in the spotlight. Once she attends the Oscars, then The frenzy of reporters and paparazzi may swamp her, and coupled with Edith's mental state just returned from the front line, the uncertainty is further amplified, which makes Renly uncertain..
“Let's play it by ear. If she doesn't feel well, then we can cancel at any time, it's not a big deal." Renly said lightly, as if Oscar was just a birthday party for the next door neighbor..
This made Paul chuckle, "Then what was Chris's reaction? I mean, didn't he invite Edith? He is the real boyfriend.”
“I am her brother." Renly replied.
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