[US Entertainment] Actor

"Huh..." After closing the door, Ebert gave Lynn a suspicious look, panting heavily, "Why are there so many reporters? Where did they come from?"

Lynn spread her hands: "I'm curious too, but you know, the reporters all have dog noses, and once you become famous, they'll chase you like a bone."

That said, but Mr. Manager’s face inevitably still looked like he was alive after a catastrophe: "Sorry, Ebert, I didn’t react quickly enough, I have to consider arranging an assistant for you, and security needs Pay more attention."

In general, Ebert's sudden popularity has greatly exceeded Lynn's expectations.In the development route Lynn planned for Ebert, Ebert may have a short period of explosion after the release of "White Night". As he plays more roles, his reputation will slowly accumulate, but It was a gradual process, not as abrupt as it is now.Lynn considered the negative impact that the golden raspberry actor and previous bad deeds might bring to Ebert, and he was even ready to wait for Ebert to break out in three or four years, but Ebert gave him A huge surprise.

The last time he faced such a battle was when he was Sharon Stone's manager.

"As long as you think it's appropriate, you can do it." Ebert raised his eyebrows and smiled warmly.

After all, the big star and his agent didn't have a satisfying lunch. The two ordered a meal at the hotel and settled down.After reporting the matter with Ebert, Lynn hurried back to Los Angeles. His main purpose of coming to New York this time was to tell Ebert the good news. No matter how many troubles he may face, this is a good thing after all. The sudden rise in Bert's popularity gave Lynn more confidence to argue with the film company.

His vision is not limited to supporting actors in big-budget movies, it's time to find a lead actor for Ebert.

Ebert and Hilary Swank also joined Christopher Nolan and others on the day of the Tribeca Film Festival to promote the film.Although the Tribeca Film Festival is the first this year, thanks to the huge contacts in Hollywood of the promoters Jane Rosenthal and Robert De Niro, as well as the promotion of big-name directors such as Martin Scorsese, the film festival Much attention.Among the seven units established by the film festival, "White Night Chasing Murder" participated in the exhibition of the feature film unit, and the time was set on the second day of the opening.

For a fledgling newcomer like Ebert, the film festival is a good place to network.He had already met the actress Natalie Portman under the introduction of Hilary Swank. The future Oscar actress and Harvard University graduate is just 21 years old this year, the same age as Ebert , but she has gained a firm foothold in Hollywood with "This Killer Is Not So Cold" and "Star Wars Episode 1".

Natalie is a talkative and wise girl with a wide range of knowledge. Although she is young, she has a very clear understanding of film and future career planning. Ebert had a good time talking with her, and Natalie gave him Many of his suggestions were very practical and gave him a clearer understanding of the film industry.

"Portman is the most promising of the new generation of actresses in Hollywood. She is young, beautiful, and sensible... Her education has attracted much attention. Even if she gives up her career as an actress in the future, she will have many choices." Hilary Swank laughed.

"If the planning is clearer, the future potential will be even greater." Ebert echoed.

Natalie Portman has had a huge success as an actress.Even though the rise of actresses such as Anne Hathaway and Scarlett Johansson are gradually threatening Natalie, a future Oscar will make her a leader among post-80s actresses, making her the same age The actresses have thrown a lot.

The most rare thing is that Natalie Portman's balanced development in business and literature has allowed her to firmly occupy the forefront of Hollywood actresses while holding a trophy, and she has become the model Ebert tried to emulate. object.

"Hey, Albert!"

Ebert looked up at the moment the shout sounded. Not far away, Al smiled and waved to him. He smiled and strode over.

As soon as he walked in front of Al, Ebert found that there were other people beside Al.One is an older man with a kind smile and an ordinary appearance, but anyone who knows something about the film industry will never ignore the identity of this old man.Martin Scorsese, one of the four major directors in Hollywood and a native New Yorker, almost single-handedly promoted the development of New York street movies.The New York production unit in the Tribeca Film Festival was promoted by this great director. He also brought his new work "Gangs of New York" to the exhibition this time.

"This is a young man with great potential." Al patted Ebert on the shoulder and introduced Martin Scorsese to him, "This is Martin Scorsese, I don't think I need to introduce more .”

"Nice to meet you, Mr. Scorsese."

Martin Scorsese smiled slightly: "Al told me more than once that you have great potential. I believe his vision will never go wrong. I hope to have the opportunity to cooperate with you in the future."

"My pleasure."

Next to Martin Scorsese, of course, is the actor of "Gangs of New York", the famous Leonardo DiCaprio.A few years have passed since "Titanic", and "Jack" is no longer as handsome as before. However, considering Leonardo's current popularity in Hollywood, Ebert naturally shook hands with Leonardo very politely. hands.

They exchanged greetings like every pair of strangers meeting for the first time. Ebert only felt a little embarrassed, and he decided to find some topics to heat up the atmosphere.

"I……"

"Is Alaska fun?" Ebert had just opened his mouth when Leonardo spoke out abruptly.

Ebert's not very shrewd mind was stunned for a few seconds, and then he suddenly remembered that Leonardo was repeatedly described by the media as the leading actor in Alaska's "Golden Cave Gate", and he also Inexplicably lay down on the same plane.That means he and the former Hollywood heartthrob still have some connection, but it's not a pleasant one.

"Oh, it was the time when Leo finished filming. He went skiing in Alaska, and the rumors about him were all over the TV. It turns out that the unlucky little guy is you!" Martin Scorsese laughed , "Leo and Ebert should have a lot of common topics, and I finally don't have to worry about the two of you being cold after Al and I leave."

As soon as Al and Martin Scorsese left, Ebert shook his head: "I'm really going to film."

"I did go skiing." Leonardo spread his hands, his face full of helplessness, "The media always likes to write some messy things. By the way, I haven't thanked you for the beef jerky that day. It tastes very good."

Beef jerky? – Mark’s Beef Jerky!

Ebert opened his eyes wide: "So that person is you. Mr. DiCaprio, your disguise is really good." In Ebert's mind, the gentleman next to him was wearing a mask and was silent all the way His appearance, that image gradually overlapped with the Leonardo DiCaprio in front of him, and various details that he had ignored seemed to reappear in front of him at this moment.

"I could have escaped the reporters completely if they hadn't checked my flight information."

"It sounds really unfortunate, but I think I was a little bit more unlucky, just got on a plane that was not suitable, and I was described by the media as a playboy who only knew how to play."

Leonardo nodded: "It's better to say that this is a disguised propaganda. When celebrities complain that the media has disrupted their lives, the media will always respond with plausibility. Is that the movie you went to Alaska to shoot? "Leonardo pointed to the poster of "White Night".

Ebert nodded: "That's right, but I didn't appear on the poster."

"There are Al, Hilary and Robin, this should be a good movie, I will go to see it." Ebert guessed that Leonardo should be in a good mood, otherwise he would not propose to go to the movie at all Thinking, the time of Hollywood first-line stars is counted by the second, and the time to watch a movie is enough to make Leonardo earn tens of thousands of dollars.

"Thank you, if you can go, the box office of the movie will definitely go up to a higher level."

The two exchanged pleasantries for a while.At the moment before the end of the conversation, Leonardo suddenly asked, "Can I leave a call?"

Seeing the slight doubt in Ebert's eyes, he coughed lightly and explained: "I had a very happy chat today, I think we can make friends."

On the first day of the New York Tribeca Film Festival, Ebert’s mobile phone included the mobile phones of Natalie Portman, the goddess of the future, and Leonardo DiCaprio, the hottest fried chicken in Hollywood. Number, which made him a little dizzy with happiness.

It was just a short conversation, but Ebert could feel Leonardo's kindness towards him. Although he felt a little incredible, he never rejected other people's kindness.In any case, Leonardo is at the top of the pyramid, and Ebert's own career has only just started, and making a famous friend is not harmful to his future development.

Most importantly, Ebert is not cowed by the disparity in status.He has always been a person full of courage. He is confident that this status gap cannot exist forever. One day, he will stand at the top of Hollywood with his own strength. At that time, he has the right to talk to anyone.

"Sounds very good, I'm happy for you." Lynn laughed when he heard Ebert's narration, "Being friends with Hollywood A coffee means that your grade is higher than those hovering in the third and fourth tiers." The starlets in the circle are higher, and you can get more exposure, don't forget how Tobey Maguire is well known by Americans."

"Dear Lynn, how do I feel that Tobey Maguire has become our enemy?"

"Of course, since I haven't given up on the audition for The Age of Pentium, the leading actor will be yours, Eber."