America: Starting with the acquisition of MGM

Chapter 230 229. What’s wrong with being a little crazy?

Winning the Best Sound Editing, "Transformers" finally gained something, at least not in vain.

There are things that are even more unlucky than it. For example, "Polar Expedition" was shortlisted for just one award in total. Tonight's award ceremony was completely in vain.

Looking at the footage of Eric on the big screen, Harvey Weinstein felt a suffocation in his heart.

During this time, the more he thought about it, the more angry he became, and the more he thought about it, the more angry he became. He was about to explode.

Except for "Kill Bill," which made money, all Christmas movies were wiped out, with box office losses of hundreds of millions of dollars.

Although some losses can be recovered through copyright income in the future, the line is too long and it will not be realized in five or seven years.

In particular, "Polar Expedition" suffered such a miserable loss. Not counting the US$150 million in announcement costs, the cost would still be at least US$120 million even if water was injected.

In the end, the global box office revenue was less than 50 million U.S. dollars, and it had to split the accounts with theaters, and the loss went to my grandma's family.

Mickey Mouse was very dissatisfied with this and had begun to doubt the capabilities of the Weinstein brothers, and many people even proposed replacing them.

Although their brothers are very powerful and control Miramax and Dimensions, their strength has to be compared with others. Comparing with the seven major companies is not enough.

Once Mickey Mouse really makes a decision, what a bullshit Hollywood emperor, he will pack up and get out!

The person who caused all this tragedy was Eric Cooper. Ever since MGM stood up, Miramax began to fall.

Harvey Weinstein was so ill that he went to the doctor secretly and secretly went to a fortune teller to ask if it was because the names of the two companies both started with M, so the names conflicted, and Miramax's luck was sucked away by MGM.

But there was nothing he could do even if he was angry again. With MGM re-listed, that brat's strength had increased several times and he had completely become a new Hollywood giant.

I can't afford it, I really can't afford it!

After the Best Sound Editing, big-mouthed beauty Julia Roberts took the stage to present the Best Sound Award, or more precisely the Best Sound Recording or Best Mixing Award.

The names of these two awards are very similar, and the nominees are also similar. It is easy for laymen to get confused, but there are still differences.

An easy-to-understand example is that a sound editor is similar to a composer and is responsible for providing the score, and a sound mixer is similar to a conductor and presents the score.

The two links are inseparable from the weight, and the weight is inseparable from the scale. They cooperate with each other and achieve each other's achievements.

Generally speaking, these two awards are reserved for science fiction, war and other blockbusters. However, if there are excellent realism films, then all concessions are generally given.

For example, the original "Transformers" lost to "The Bourne Supremacy" and "Avatar" lost to "The Hurt Locker", all based on this rule.

The result is no surprise. "Lord of the Rings 3" defeated "Transformers", "The Last Samurai", "Age of Ages" and "Pirates of the Caribbean" and successfully won the statuette.

"Eric, look, look, it's an Oscar trophy, it's a real Oscar statuette!"

Gadot held the statuette for Best Sound Editing with excitement on her face, stroking it back and forth with her hands, looking left and right like a scientist doing serious research.

"Wow! It feels really heavy. It can't be pure gold."

Eric was speechless: "What are you daydreaming about? This statuette weighs more than 4 kilograms. If it is pure gold, do you want the college to go bankrupt?"

"What's more, if it's really pure gold, it will cause a lot of unnecessary trouble, such as thieves and robbers."

"I heard that this thing is made of alloy and is just plated with a layer of gold on the outside. It's not actually worth much money, it's mainly for honor."

Gadot fiddled with some envy: "I wonder when I can win a statuette. Do you think there is a chance?"

It's hard for Eric to answer this question. Gadot doesn't work behind the scenes or as a director. The only awards he can compete for are Best Supporting Actress and Best Actress.

But these two awards require strong acting skills to support her. She has a long way to go, and it is difficult in short.

The only way Eric can think of is to make a literary film of his own, specifically to praise her. Even so, it depends on luck.

"Maybe, it will."

"You don't sound confident at all. In fact, I can accept the Golden Globe Award, just like the Olsen sisters."

"Well, the difficulty hasn't been reduced much. Do you want MTV or the Teen Choice Awards?"

"It's so second-rate. I want something authoritative."

"It's not impossible. Can you accept playing a gay person? Or a transgender person. These marginalized people are bonus points. The academy likes them the most."

"Gay? Is there any other way? I have no experience."

"The Olsen sisters also have no experience, but they still developed their talents under my training. This is a shortcut, otherwise you need to go to school to study hard and lay the foundation."

Gadot looked embarrassed: "I need to think about it carefully."

"Well, this is one of the few methods I can think of that has shown results."

If Gadot's closeted sexuality can be stimulated, then all of Eric's women have participated in same-sex movies and TV series, which can be regarded as an unprecedented and unprecedented achievement.

In the dead of night, when everyone is sleeping together, it would be a beautiful thing for them to comfort each other and perform.

Eric is dreaming of a better future in his mind, and the soundtrack of The Lord of the Rings sounds many times on the stage. So far, it has won the best makeup, best costume design, best film editing, best visual effects, and best art. 9 awards including Direction, Best Mixing, Best Original Song, Best Original Score, and Best Adapted Screenplay.

All nominations were unsuccessful. As long as Knights of Middle-earth participated, all other contenders unfortunately lost. "Transformers" also lost the Best Score Award again.

There are endless voices of thanks to Peter Jackson and New Line. The bearded man who has been running with me for two consecutive years did not close his mouth tonight.

At present, "Lord of the Rings 3" still has two major awards left for Best Director and Best Picture, and it will definitely be safe if nothing unexpected happens.

If it finally wins 11 awards, it will tie the highest record in film history.

The films that currently have the most awards are "Titanic" and "Ben-Hur". The former has 14 nominations and 11 wins, and the latter has 12 nominations and 11 wins.

Among them, "Ben-Hur" is still the masterpiece of MGM. It saved MGM from the verge of bankruptcy, but unfortunately it was sold to Warner.

damn it! I will definitely get them all back in the future!

The 14 nominations are already among the highest number of Oscars. In addition to "Ben-Hur", there is also the 1950 "Pretty Woman". If we move the time back, there will be another "La La Land".

But except for "Lord of the Rings 3", no other movie has won a Grand Slam. Only it has the ultimate record of all nominations and all awards, which is unmatched and will never be broken in the future.

As the best foreign language film was won by the Canadian French film "Invasion", the ultimate Oscar battle kicked off tonight.

There are currently four remaining awards for Best Original Screenplay, Best Actress, Best Director and Best Picture. According to the attention, the Best Original Screenplay will be awarded first.

The great director Francis Coppola and his daughter Sofia Coppola took to the stage as award guests.

I think back then, Sofia Coppola was criticized for her role in "The Godfather Part 3". Later, she won multiple Golden Raspberries and was ridiculed by countless people.

But who would have thought that now she is an outstanding director with amazing creativity, and has the qualification to stand with her old father. This joint award is also a kind of recognition from the academy.

"Sofia, I have always wanted you to inherit the family business."

The elder Coppola's classic line from "The Godfather" immediately caused laughter in the audience.

Sonia Coppola responded: "Dad's experience is passed on to future generations, right?"

"Yes."

"I'm not talking about The Godfather, I'm talking about Invasion."

Ha ha ha ha

Sofia Coppola continued: "An Irish family who comes to the United States to start a new life, a thrilling story of human trafficking using hypnosis, an interesting journey of a baby ocean fish to find its father, and the love between two young girls."

"The nominees for Best Original Screenplay are: Dennis Arcand of "The Invasion"; Andrew Stanton, Bob Peterson, David Reynolds of "Finding Dory"; Rick Cooper, Ray Whannell.”

"Jim Sheridan, Naomi Sheridan, Costin Sheridan, The New American Dream; Eric Cooper, Adele's Life."

MGM's treatment was the same as the Golden Globe Awards. Eric received two nominations, and it was another day of making history.

The difference is that "Lost in Translation", which is considered to have an excellent screenplay, did not receive this nomination. Although it still has two nominations for Best Director and Best Picture, it is already over. This Oscar night is destined to be fruitless. .

On the big screen, shots of each nominee flashed across the screen. Some looked calm, some looked expectant, some looked slightly nervous, and some smiled slightly. Eric had no expression at all.

"Eric, aren't you nervous?" Ashley asked quietly.

"Why are you nervous! Is it necessary? This award is 100% mine. It was destined from the moment "Lost in Translation" was eliminated."

"What if something unexpected happens? "Finding Nemo" is also very good to watch, and the media has been very vocal about it."

"Impossible. Being nominated for a cartoon is already the biggest compliment. There is no hope of winning. The label suitable for all ages is inherently disadvantageous. The Academy judges don't like it. Even "Shrek" only received a nomination. "

The results also confirmed Eric's point of view. Francis Coppola opened the envelope and read without any hesitation: "The winner of the best original screenplay is Eric Cooper for "The Life of Adele."

Wow.

Bang bang bang.

Suddenly, the audience burst into warm applause.

Excluding the bonus of his identity, this award is highly anticipated and undisputed.

Eric gave Ashley and Mary a nod on their cheeks, hugged everyone else, and then walked onto the stage.

"Congratulations young man, you deserve this trophy."

"Thanks!"

Francis handed the statuette into Eric's hands and the two shook hands.

"Eric, your script is great. I am convinced that I lost. Congratulations!"

Sofia Coppola offered a hug and a blessing in Eric's ear.

"Thank you. I hope to have the opportunity to cooperate."

Father and daughter stepped aside and Eric began his acceptance speech.

"This trophy is of great significance. It is the first Oscar statuette I have received. I am grateful to the Academy for the honor."

"Thanks to Ashley and Mary for their wonderful performances, Andrea, my assistant director for his hard work, Neill Blomkamp, ​​my assistant for his hard work, and everyone on the set. It wouldn't be better without your efforts." The script also couldn’t be translated onto the big screen.”

"I would also like to thank my parents and family for their silent support. Your contribution is also part of this."

Generally speaking, after a lap of thanks, it's almost time to step down.

But looking down at the trophy in his hand, Eric suddenly didn't want to be modest anymore. Is this necessary?

A year ago he wanted to thank the college for its generosity, but not for long, maybe two years, three years, or at most no more than five years.

The Oscars will be proud to invite him to attend, so be a little crazier if you have to, I have the capital!

Under the gaze of thousands of people in the audience, Eric raised the statuette high and said, "I made history, are you right?"

The scene was stagnant for a moment, and then suddenly erupted into thunderous applause and shouts.

He is handsome, capable and talented. Only if such a person is a bit crazier is it in line with his youthful temperament. On the contrary, he will be more popular with people, especially women.

Stepping off the stage with Coppola and his daughter, Sophia's eyes wandered back and forth on him: "Eric, I suddenly found that you have become a lot more handsome. If it weren't for the 11-year age difference, I have a boyfriend again. I really want to try with you." try."

Eric smiled and thought that 11 years old is not too old. The age difference between him and Nicole is even bigger. It doesn't matter if they really see each other right. The key is that they see each other right.

After chatting with her for a few words, the two of them returned to their respective positions.

This time, the statuette was not taken away by the Olsen sisters, because the awards for Best Actress also began.

Adrien Brody, the last Best Actor winner, walked to the center and made a little joke: "Don't worry, the academy has banned me this time. I won't kiss anyone."

"There are two familiar faces and four new faces among this year's finalists. They are all very good actors and have contributed great acting skills."

"Oscar nominees for Best Actress include Diane Keaton for "Love Is Compromising," Samantha Morton for "The New American Dream," Charlize Theron for "The Devil Wears Prada," and Naomi Watts for "The Devil Wears Prada." 21 Grams", Ashley Olsen and Mary Olson's "Adele's Life."

On the big screen, clips from the five movies began to play in turn, and were finally divided into six equal parts, with each nominee occupying one piece.

Diane Keaton, the most senior person, looked calm as usual, but that was just a cover to hide her inner excitement.

The nervousness of the other five people was already written on their faces, and they couldn't even hide it.

Adrien Brody picked up the envelope and was about to open it, when he suddenly took out a mouth spray from his pocket and sprayed it on his mouth a few times.

Ha ha ha ha

After another little humor, he opened the envelope and announced: "The winner of the Best Actress is"