American fame and fortune

Disney Studios, Beauty and the Beast Studio.

A dozen people, including Martin and Alan Horn, gathered in the dance room that was temporarily transformed into an audition room.

The third round of auditions for the heroine is about to begin, and the audition content is mainly singing and dancing.

Producer David Herberman asked his deputy to bring several iPads over and give them to representatives of the Screen Actors Guild and insurance companies.

The latter two had perfect professionalism. They took the Ipad and went to the last row. They turned off the sound and started the game. They played the game very professionally and never interfered with the audition work of the crew.

Director Bill Condon asked Martin and Alan Horn: "Shall we start?"

Martin nodded slightly.

Allen Horn said: "Start."

There were only three candidates in the final round of auditions, namely Emma Watson, Saoirse Ronan and Emma Roberts.

The latter's aunt, Julia Roberts, is also helping compete for the role.

Emma Roberts was the first to appear.

The audition was divided into three parts, a short performance, a dance, and a singing of "Scarborough Fair."

Emma Roberts' dancing is okay, but her singing level can only be said to be average.

However, both Saoirse Ronan and Emma Watson showed extremely high standards of dancing and singing in their auditions.

Today's Emma Watson has not yet completely fallen into the feminist version change. She has more than ten years of acting career as a foundation, and her professional level has been maintained well.

Needless to say, Saoirse Ronan was practicing singing and dancing before "La La Land" and has never stopped.

Martin had already informed her of what kind of training she wanted to do.

The audition ended successfully, and the casting still needs to be decided by the senior management of the production team.

After watching the audition video again, most people left the audition room, leaving only four people, Martin, Alan Horn, director Bill Condon and producer David Herberman.

Bill Condon is a client of CAA, so he had no hesitation and said directly: "I think Emma Watson is more suitable. She is more well-known globally and has more fans, so she can naturally bring talent to the film. Come get an audience.”

David Herberman is a smart man, has a normal relationship with CAA, and knows that the decision-making power is not in his hands, so he simply said nothing.

Emma Watson and Saoirse Ronan both performed well in their auditions. As the first investor and producer, Alan Horn was not in a hurry to speak.

This is a Disney Pictures project, with Davis Studio taking second place. Although Martin can directly influence Allen Horn's decision, he also needs a high-sounding reason.

He said: "I chose Saoirse Ronan. "La La Land" was a hit at the box office. The North American box office now exceeds 150 million US dollars. The heroine played by Saoirse Ronan is very popular, especially the key singing and dancing parts. The good reviews are enough to prove its popularity in the market.”

Alan Horn also needed a reason, so he remained silent.

Martin continued: "As for Emma Watson, the "Harry Potter" series is in the past. After leaving the role of Hermione Granger, she starred in "Noah's Ark" and "The Jewel". From word-of-mouth to box-office failure, fans only remember her as Hermione. Even if she plays Belle, fans will still regard her as Hermione."

He added another key point: "I think you should still remember the scene that happened with Emma Watson at the Disney Studio more than a year ago."

A picture flashed before Bill Condon's eyes. Emma Watson's buttocks and legs were covered with yellow feces, and he subconsciously blocked his nostrils.

David Herberman couldn't help but say: "This incident has seriously affected Emma Watson's public image."

"The risk of using Emma Watson is a bit high." Alan Horn, representing the first producer Disney Pictures, made the decision: "Emma Roberts is not capable enough, so choose Saoirse Rowe." South Bar.”

Bill Condon can recommend Emma Watson, but he won't fall out with the producers because of him, so he won't say more immediately.

Martin was not polite and said, "I think it's okay."

Alan Horn looked at producer David Herberman: "I'll inform you today."

David Herberman nodded: "I'll make a call right away."

The heroine was selected, the third round of auditions was over, and Martin and Allen Horn left the studio together.

Ten minutes later, Saoirse Ronan received a call from her agent, officially informing her that she had won the role of Belle.

Compared to her excited agent and mother, Saoirse seemed very calm because she had long determined that this role was hers.

The screenwriter Greta Gerwig of the crew is one of our own, the choreographer Mandy Moore is our own, the second largest investor is our own, and the first largest investor respects the opinions of the second largest investor.

Although Saoirse didn't pop the champagne at halftime, she wasn't at all surprised by the final victory.

This is a deserved victory.

Saoirse sent her agent and mother away, took out her mobile phone and made a call: "Teacher, do you have time in the afternoon? Then go to the dance studio. I have learned a few new dances and I will show them to you."

Martin responded.

Saoirse quickly drove over and went to warm up and prepare. Things like standing on a horse were already basic operations.

She was somewhat distressed. She unlocked it too quickly. What should she do next? You can’t lose your appeal in two or three years, right?

Saoirse suddenly remembered another student of her teacher, the coquettish female singer named Taylor Swift, and an idea came to her.

"Should I start a best friend group like her? If I can find a few friends together, it will be full of freshness and excitement..."

Saoirse is a good girl who is good at learning. She carefully recalled which actresses she had worked with or known over the years who were similar in age to her and beautiful enough to be friends.

Half an hour later, Martin entered Saoirse's dance studio.

The music started, the body swayed, and the enthusiastic dance made people feel like they were back in primitive society.

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Entering December, the North American box office of "La La Land" has successfully exceeded US$200 million.

The film has also been released overseas one after another. Unlike Martin's previous film "The City", which has a more North American background, the musical has a global audience. In the first week of overseas screening, the film's overseas box office exceeded 50 million. Dollar.

Similar to the rising box office, there is also the reputation of "La La Land".

Although the story of the film takes place in modern Los Angeles, it has an obvious nostalgic flavor from the pictures to the content to the jazz music.

These have given "La La Land" a good reputation among audiences and an excellent reputation within the industry.

Old white men love nostalgia.

This is the basis for Oscar success.

In the conference room of Davis Studio, everyone gathered together, including Martin and Thomas.

Jessica turned on the projector, and the projected screen showed many heavyweight contestants of this Oscar.

The annual awards season is in December, and the Oscar seed contestants are basically clear at a glance.

"The primary goal of "La La Land" is the best picture." Jessica clicked the mouse, and the screen on the projection screen turned, and the names of three movies appeared: "According to the information we collected, the film's Comprehensive analysis, the main opponents may be these three.”

Martin looked at the projection screen. The movie names on it were familiar. They were "The Wolf of Wall Street," "Gravity" and "12 Years a Slave."

Jessica continued: "'Gravity' is a work of Warner Bros., directed by Mexican director Alfonso Cuaron. It was released in North America in October this year. The current North American box office is close to 250 million US dollars. The film has an excellent reputation and is completely The heroine’s work is also in line with the current trend.”

Thomas answered: "This is a science fiction movie, right?"

Jessica replied: "I prefer the realistic hard science fiction genre. In the past, it was difficult for such films to win Oscars, but two years ago Martin won the best actor for "The Martian". The Oscar's attitude towards the science fiction genre , somewhat loosened.”

"I asked Daniel from Warner Bros. that the focus of this movie is on best director and best picture," Martin said.

Jessica continued: "The Wolf of Wall Street, a work by director Scorsese and Leonardo."

Martin interrupted: "The number one goal for this film is Best Actor."

Leonardo had a bet with him, so the first target of the movie he invested in was the Best Actor statuette.

Jessica directly crossed out "The Wolf of Wall Street" and said the last one: "I think "12 Years a Slave" is our number one competitor. This film combines too many favorable factors, and its African-American The theme of liberation is sound and correct, and the film quality is passable..."

Everyone didn't know what to say for a while, because this film really has an advantage in the Oscars.

Martin turned on the computer in front of him and briefly read the content of the film. He had some impressions of the film.

Nostalgic musicals versus Black Lives Matter?

Fortunately, the buffs in "12 Years a Slave" are not many, at most they are Black Lives Matter.

If, like a certain movie in my memory, in addition to Black Lives Matter, elements such as homosexuality and shape-shifters were added, it would be called invincible.

In the memory of Martin's previous life, black-and-buff films will be particularly strong at the Oscars in the next few years.

Black Lives Matter alone is not particularly powerful.

Jessica added at this time: "The producer of "12 Years a Slave" is Plan B Films, and the producer is Jennifer Aniston."

The eyes of Thomas, Bruce, Emily and Jessica all fell on Martin.

Martin said: "No wonder Aniston asked me to chat tonight, it seems that this is the reason."

Thomas asked: "Our side?"

Martin said: "The public relations promotion is progressing normally, and the first goal is best picture."

Others followed suit.

After the brief Oscar conference, Martin went to the top-floor private room of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel after get off work.

After waiting for a while, Jennifer Aniston and Angelina Jolie came over together.

Martin brought over a bottle of good wine, poured a glass for everyone, and said, "It's so hard to see you."

Julie opened her mouth in the same old tone: "You don't want to take Elizabeth out to play with you. I follow you and play with Jenny all the time. It's not interesting."

Aniston picked up the wine and almost threw it on Julie's face, and said angrily: "You don't want to play with me? You forgot, last time you hit Martin hard from behind."

She looked at Martin: "This bastard is addicted to being a virgin. Following the UN Refugee Agency to gain fame all over the world, he almost lost his job as a Hollywood star."

Julie leisurely said: "Although I haven't made many films in the past two years, my style and status have not only not declined, but have also improved. If I star in a film now, my salary will be higher than that of you who are actively making films." !”

Aniston was speechless for a moment because what Jolie said was true.

She took a sip of wine: "In this magical era, movie actors don't film..."

Martin handed Jolie a glass of wine and said to Aniston: "I saw the movie "12 Years a Slave" produced by you and thought you had a grasp of the pulse of the times."

"Has she grasped the pulse of the times?" Jolie started the mocking mode again: "If it weren't for you Martin, she would have been deceived by Pitt."

Aniston corrected: "It was you and Pitt!"

But Julie said: "I'll make it up to you. Every time you and Martin are together, I hit Martin with all my strength."

The slut brought up the old talk again: "Martin, you have so many lovers, bring a few more and let's play together."

Martin was too lazy to talk to her and asked Aniston: "Are you ready to compete for the Oscar for Best Picture?"

"Yes, the public relations team hired by the company believes that the biggest competitor is "La La Land."" Others don't know, but Aniston knows how upright Martin is in competing for the Olympics: "So, I specially invited you out to discuss What to do now.”

Julie came close to Martin, put her arm on his shoulder, and said: "Jenny is very afraid that you will confront her openly."

She looked at Aniston: "Isn't that right, Jenny?"

Aniston shrugged: "Our relationship is so deep and long, we can't smear each other over such a trivial matter, right? Today's Oscar promotion...it's all Harvey Weinstein's fault. Not only do we have to praise ourselves, we also smear them." Competitors are the only ones who are guaranteed to win.”

Jolie said: "Harvey Weinstein pioneered it and Mr. Martin Davis carried it forward and created an upright winning strategy."

Martin did not refute and said: "'La La Land' has long been eyeing the best picture, and your '12 Years a Slave' also wants to win the best picture. We compete normally and do not discredit each other."

Aniston is self-aware: "It's hard for me to win against you."

"Indeed, this is not fair." Julie suddenly laughed, thinking of something funny, and said: "Jenny is a newbie at the Oscars. You have rich experience in winning awards. Jenny can't win."

Martin spread his hands: "So, let's compete normally."

Julie looked at Aniston and then at Martin: "I have a great idea that will not let competition hurt our feelings, but also enhance our relationship."

Martin put his arm around her shoulders: "Tell me something."

"You two compete, a real swordfight." Jolie believed what she said, and both Martin and Aniston understood: "If Martin wins, "12 Years a Slave" will withdraw from the best Film Competition; If Jenny Wins, La La Land Withdraws."

Aniston was very motivated: "How to compare?"

Julie said: "It's very simple. You two, see who can make your opponent fly into the sky and surrender in a shorter time!"

She encouraged Aniston: "In this regard, women have a natural advantage! Jenny, come on, kill Martin!"

Martin stretched out his right hand, looked at the slender and powerful fingers, and remembered the big shot in the actor group in his previous life, the man nicknamed Kato Monkey. He had specifically learned from Kato Monkey, and practiced it countless times after coming here. !

This special Oscar race has begun.