Producer [American Entertainment]
Chapter 127 The 127th day of coming to Earth: A joke many years ago has come true.
In the original novel of "Because We Are Family", Anna's great-grandmother is set as a middle-aged woman in her 40s with an older daughter.
But in Aunt Elizabeth's hazy memory, Anna's great-grandmother was the most beautiful woman she had ever seen in the world even at the age of more than 40 years. Kind... All kinds of beautiful adjectives, as if they don't need money, were all piled up on Anna's great-grandmother by Aunt Elizabeth. She even felt that no matter how gorgeous the words were, they were not as good as the real Anna in her memory. one.
After William only inquired about Elizabeth's request for Anna's great-grandmother, he had the urge to persuade MiG to make another movie.
Because obviously, Aunt Elizabeth is not remembering a real person, but using all the beautiful words she knows to cast an angel in her imagination.
Aunt Elizabeth firmly believes that she is telling the truth, but human memory can lie, and it often appears to be misconstructed and beautified.This is why most people always feel that the era in memory is better than the present, and every time the trend is to pursue retroism.But that kind of retro is not really ancient, but the classic that lives in everyone's imagination.
The young Elizabeth, in the precarious and cruel environment of World War II, would involuntarily develop a deification complex for the elders who gave her warmth and safety, and finally died to protect her.
William understands this [-] percent.
But... How should I put it, the real great-grandmother Anna must be a good person——
Even if the real her is only one percent as good as Aunt Elizabeth's memory, she is great.This is also the fundamental reason why the novel "Because We Are a Family" became the number one best-selling novel in the United States. The article contains the ugliness of human nature in war (Nazi), and the gentle brilliance of ordinary people in times of crisis. Anna's great-grandmother is The concentrated expression of that brilliance.
— but Anna's great-grandmother couldn't be too good to be a real person.
Miguel is going to make a real movie, using humans in three dimensions as actors, how can they find an actress who 100% fits Elizabeth's imagination?
The most important thing is that even if there is such a decathlon goddess, if they invite them, it doesn't mean that they will definitely agree to act, doesn't it?
"That's not a problem." Sabatino said in a very rich way. If the other party asks for money, they can give a satisfactory price; The best supporting actress for the other party's public relations; even if the other party is not looking for money or fame, but for something else, with Sabatino's current power, he can satisfy each other one by one.
Therefore, William was also opened his mind.
On the issue of casting, he can try his best to get the support of MGM and United Artists.These two Hollywood giants who started out as independent films, and many aging Oscar queens, have a friendship with each other, so it should still be possible to play the favor card, right?
Therefore, the question finally comes back to who to ask for the show.
"How about Meryl?" Wendy gave a suggestion.
Meryl.Streep, a powerful actress, also won the Oscar for Best Actress in 1980 with "Kramer and Mrs. Kramer", and her elegant temperament is recognized throughout the United States.
But as the director, Miguel shook his head first and rejected Wendy's proposal: "Meryl is only 35 years old, even Pepper (don't doubt, Miguel's sissy makeup artist friend is called this Name) can make her age bigger, and her temperament is not quite suitable for Ms. Anna. But I did invite her to play Elizabeth’s Jewish biological mother.”
According to Aunt Elizabeth, Anna's great-grandmother is more gentle and angelic.And Meryl is more, uh, intellectual queen.
Thinking about Aunt Elizabeth's queen appearance, Meryl is quite in line with Aunt Elizabeth's biological mother who died young in World War II.
"Actually, I already have an actor candidate in my mind, but I don't dare to say it." MiG said cautiously. This idea has become his demon since the moment it was formed. The idea of "actor" has been lingering in MiG's mind, but he is also very clear that his choice is almost impossible to come true.
"What are you afraid to say?" Wendy was taken aback. What kind of actress can be so famous that Miguel, the famous director who is already flocked to by everyone, is so unconfident?
William also became interested, waiting for MiG's answer.
"Audrey Hepburn."
"..." Wendy gasped, the drink she was drinking was almost sucked into the trachea.Then, she let out an earth-shattering cough. This is indeed an actress who dare not say so.
Wendy even wondered how daring and leaping imagination MiG had to think of Audrey.Hepburn.
On the contrary, William nodded thoughtfully, thinking it was a good idea.
Yeah, why not Audrey.What about Hepburn?Although in everyone's imagination, Audrey should be very old now, but she is only 55 years old. She can't play a girl, but it's okay to play a girl's mother.In the grotesque circle of Hollywood, a 50-year-old actress wearing makeup is no different from an actress in her thirties, let alone playing a middle-aged woman in her 40s.
William saw Audrey with Sabatino in 81.Hepburn cameo in the comedy movie "Laughing", in which she played a very elegant and dignified wife of a member of parliament, and she still looks so beautiful.
Thinking along this line of thought, Audrey is probably the person who best fits Elizabeth's angelic imagination.Beauty is recognized all over the world, I am gentle, intelligent and temperamental, and Audrey actively participated in various charitable causes in her later years, and her reputation for kindness is also very high.
Thinking about it from this point of view, Audrey wasn't the only candidate for their backup.Hepburn one.If Audrey cannot be persuaded to take part, there are other legendary actresses of the same period as her who can be considered.
Catherine, who won another Oscar for Best Actress with "Golden Pond" a few years ago.Hepburn; Michael.Johnson's year-end friend Elizabeth.Taylor; and Greta, whom the elder Bernstein was fond of.Garbo...
These are Hollywood treasures who can act as middle-aged beauties in minutes with just a little makeup.
The most wonderful thing is that these gems are basically from MGM. Before MGM was completely killed because of the monopoly case, the agency companies of these actresses even directly wrote the name "MGM Movies" .
If Bergman hadn't passed away in 82, based on Aunt Elizabeth's appreciation for Bergman, they basically wouldn't have to think about it, and they could do their best to invite Bergman to play the role.
Unfortunately, Bergman passed away.
However, when Bergman debuted, he was hailed as another Swedish superstar after Garbo. In other words, Garbo, as the original version, might be more popular with Aunt Elizabeth than Bergman?
Then, all eyes turned to William.
At present, we can only rely on William to make a move, and then we can find out who Elizabeth likes more among these actresses.
William also lived up to expectations, and took his little cousins Luciferd and Cotton Candy, who were several months old, and put the most classic stills of several legendary actresses in front of them, deliberately waiting for Elizabeth to look at them and ask them, Which beauty in the photo do you like better?
"What are you doing, Angel?" Elizabeth's curiosity was indeed aroused.
"I'm predicting which type of girl Vader likes. There is a tradition in China called Zhuo Zhou, and I think this is similar. Oh, it seems that Marshmallow prefers Taylor." William tried to guide his aunt Liz, "Do you think Anna's great-grandmother Which movie star do you look more like?"
"Bergman." Known for her beauty and holiness, she is extremely charming, yet dignified and elegant.
Although Bergman's history of extramarital affairs makes people disagree, her classic image on the screen is the most in line with Aunt Elizabeth's imagination of Anna's great-grandmother, so she likes Bergman so much, and because Bergman There is a movie called Casablanca.Elizabeth first heard the legend of Casablanca from Anna's great-grandmother.
"Bergman has passed away." William was helpless.
"So?" Aunt Elizabeth was taken aback for a moment. She thought they were just discussing who was more similar, and they didn't say who was more similar among the living actors, right?Then, the sensitive Elizabeth finally came to her senses, "Are you going to shoot "Because We Are a Family"?"
As a novel that literarized the past of the Bernstein family, Elizabeth has naturally read it.It can even be said that without her approval and the details of her relationship with Anna that she told, it would be impossible for this novel to be published.
William nodded helplessly. The family is full of smart people, and the pressure is really great.
Elizabeth pinched William's bun face, dumbfounded: "Then just tell me directly, why are you beating around the bush like this?"
"I'm afraid you're not happy." William lowered his head.
"This is the movie you want to invest in, Angel," Aunt Elizabeth's expression became more gentle, "I will never be unhappy with you."
Because of Elizabeth's words, William felt that being pinched in the face was worth it!
"However, if you have to find someone to play Anna, I think Audrey Hepburn is pretty good."
"you like her?"
Aunt Elizabeth shook her head: "Because her age is the most suitable, silly child. Catherine and Garbo are too big, and only Taylor and Hepburn are suitable. But I heard that after Taylor got married, because of a bad relationship with the MP After marriage, her weight soared to 180 pounds. Even if she is divorced now, she will no longer be as slender as before. The most important thing is that Hepburn is easy to please, just play the Wheeler card."
Wheeler directed "Roman Holiday" that year, and it was Audrey.Hepburn's first movie as a heroine was also the movie that made her a god overnight.
Hepburn may not sell anyone's face, but it is absolutely impossible to forget Wheeler's kindness, not to mention that Hepburn herself is actually a very soft-hearted person. Since she has clearly announced her retirement, she is always not worth the favor, and does not ask for money again and again It can be seen by starring in a movie.
William recalled that in the diary that Wheeler gave him, he did write "Contact Hepburn for help if necessary".
Aunt Elizabeth, like Sabatino, was a pragmatist.
"I can tell the difference between movies and reality, my lovely Will." Aunt Elizabeth even kissed William excitedly, "But thank you for caring about my feelings so much, I am very happy."
"Oh, Vader! Vader—!"
When William and Aunt Elizabeth warmed each other's hearts, Luciferd had already fought three hundred rounds with the marshmallow. With a delicate figure that might not be able to sit up, the marshmallow almost lost his soul. to heaven.
Marshmallow: ... Human cubs are really scary, blah blah, frightened me to death.
Chapter 128 The 120th and eighth day of coming to Earth: William is going to act in a movie, light a whole room of candles for him.
The thing about convincing Hepburn to be in "Because We Are Family"...
...surprisingly easy.
Because the person who came out to persuade was Hepburn's eldest son, Sean.
Sean was born in 1960 and is 24 years old this year. In his birth year, he is one year older than William.However, Sean grew up according to the normal trajectory of ordinary people. He went to college at the age of 18 and graduated with a bachelor's degree at the age of 22. He has almost 18 years of work experience less than William, who has already worked in MGM before the age of 4.In the summer vacation of 82, he came to Hollywood alone to work hard. At that time, William was already a successful person with an Oscar and several annual box office champions.
Today, Sean is still working hard to become an excellent producer.
Of course, as the second-generation star, or a very well-known second-generation star, it is impossible for Sean not to use any of his parents' connections. Even if he wants to be self-reliant, there are many people rushing to be "used" by him.
Hepburn made a cameo appearance in "Laughter" that year, paving the way for her son's future.
Sean's father (Hepburn's first husband, divorced) Mel is in Santa Barbara, California.Mel also worked in the entertainment industry. Although he was not very successful, he still accumulated a lot of contacts by virtue of the "Blind Girl Psycho" that they collaborated with Hepburn before they divorced. In the senior Hollywood circle With a deep background, it is enough to help my son get started.
When Sean was still in college in the United States, he managed to get in touch with Wheeler, who was not dead, and Wheeler's most beloved grandson, Edward.Wheeler has a deep friendship.
In 82, Sean joined MGM in Los Angeles on the recommendation of Little Wheeler, and now he is studying on the production team of Wendy's "The Secret".
Sean has always wanted to know William, because they are about the same age and in the same industry as producers, but William has achieved achievements that he can only look up to.Sean has so much to learn from William, but William was either busy with 007 abroad, or transferred to United Artists in New York, or went to Italy to take care of his aunt, so little Wheeler has not been able to achieve Promise to introduce William to Sean.
Today, Sean, who suffers from being unable to know William, finally sees William through MiG's new movie.
Sean said to William: "Actually, I have heard a lot about you before this." From Wheeler's mouth, Wheeler's good friend "Glass" Glass From the excited descriptions of his partners Margaret and Lydia, as well as from the daily lines of Wendy and MiG, the immediate bosses of the crew where he is now...
To put it simply, when William didn't know, he had a hidden fan named Sean thanks to the blessing of little Wheeler and the constant public opinion of his friends.
#Environmental influence on the importance of a person#
"!!!" Compared to William, Wendy was the one who seemed the most shocked. "Among the staff in my crew, there is Audrey. Hepburn's eldest son? Why do I not know about this at all!"
Little Wheeler said innocently: "I told you that Sean is the son of my grandfather's friend. I hope you can take care of him more."
"...Your introduction is too cryptic!" Wendy wanted to strangle Little Wheeler to death. This technical geek who can't speak is simply killing people!Fortunately, although I don't know who Sean is, but for Little Wheeler's sake, Wendy did take care of Sean a little more, otherwise Wendy would be even more broken now.
"Sean's full name is Sean. Hepburn. Ferre, how do you want me to be more direct?" Little Wheeler was also devastated, "How many friends with the surname Hepburn do my grandpa know?"
"Katherine Hepburn?" Wendy gave an example.
"... Doesn't this represent a bigger name, should you pay more attention?" Although they are all legendary actresses, there is no one who is better than the other, but in terms of seniority when she debuted sooner or later, Catherine is indeed better than Ao Dai Korea.Hepburn has more status in the world.
Wendy can't say no to Little Wheeler, so she can only make up her mind. Next time Little Wheeler introduces someone to the crew, she must personally ask about the eighteen generations of the other party's ancestors!
After a pleasant dinner with Sean, Sean confidently promised William that he would persuade his mother to act.
"It won't be too much, right?" Wendy was the softest of the three, always afraid of causing trouble to others.
Sean shook his head. He was really grateful to Wendy, the crew boss who taught him a lot. The most rare thing is that the other party took care of him without knowing that he was Hepburn's son: "No, my grandmother here I am."
Sean's grandmother, also Hepburn's mother, Baroness Avery, loved the novel "Because We Are Family" very much.
Since 1974, the elderly Mrs. Ella has been living with her daughter and her boyfriend Wanders in the quiet garden of the Swiss village of Troshnaz.This aristocratic descendant from the Netherlands also suffered from World War II. Even her second husband (Hepburn’s biological father) believed in fascism and abandoned his wife and daughter before the start of World War II. hell.
Ella really hated her irresponsible banker husband, and she never wanted her daughter to get in touch with him, because she was afraid that her second husband would hurt Hepburn's heart again.
In the novel, the widowed descendant of the French aristocrat, Anna, and Anna's daughter Maggie, made Ella think of herself and her daughter Hepburn involuntarily. She also tried her best to protect the beautiful and immature Hepburn during World War II.
Sean naturally recommended this novel to Mrs. Ella, but at the time he didn't know that this novel would be adapted into a movie. He just thought that his grandmother would definitely like this best-selling novel in the United States.Of course, Sean himself would read this novel because he was influenced by Little Wheeler and others.
Mrs. Ella seldom interferes with her daughter's film work, but for Hepburn to take on the role of Ms. Anna, she is also very supportive and expectant.
After two miscarriages, she finally became pregnant for the third time. Under the eyes of her eldest son and her elderly mother, it was impossible for Hepburn to be uncompromising.
What's more, "Because We Are Family" is indeed an excellent novel reflecting on World War II. Hepburn's aversion to the Nazis can be seen from the fact that there is no trace of "Made in Germany" in the decoration of her quiet garden.
After seeing the script adapted by MiG, Robert and Bob, Hepburn became more confident about the movie.
With Hepburn joining as a living sign, the family's preparatory work went unbelievably smoothly, even a little too smoothly.Many bigwigs want to find someone with a relationship to join the team, or wave money to invest.Even the old Samuel of MGM was bloody, and recommended to William three super-big names that neither William nor MiG could refuse - Catherine.Hepburn, Greta.Garbo and Elizabeth.Taylor.
Old Samuel specially recommended these three superstars after reading the script: "It's just a cameo. In the adapted version of MiG, a few elderly characters who secretly support Anna's family are specially added. It's just right, You don't have to worry about finding someone else."
"...How did you convince them to participate?" William almost knelt down to old Samuel, and this was too hidden.When the few of them were discussing in private, they didn't dare to think of bringing together these legendary actresses who were still alive. William originally only wanted to gather all his contacts to attack one of them.
It’s okay for Catherine and Taylor, after all, they are still active in Hollywood’s entertainment industry, but since Garbo announced her retirement in 41, she has resolutely never appeared in front of any camera, and has become an eternal screen in many people’s minds Curtain Goddess.
"Garbo's "La Traviata" is produced by MGM, and it is recognized as the most artistic movie." Old Samuel was very proud... Stomach, "In front of Garbo, MGM is still It's kind of flimsy. Moreover, MGM has also contributed a lot to Garbo's ability to live in New York without being disturbed all these years."
People always say that it is better to lose the Pulsatilla than to bully the poor.But sometimes, the background of some "old people" who are not obvious and not dewy can really scare people to death when they are really used.
The actors were in place ahead of time, and because of the physical condition of Hepburn's mother, Mrs. Ella, the family crew decided to start the film early.
The Gossipgirl website dutifully exploded the "big news" once again, and started a year-long campaign for the family crew. The best gimmick is naturally the luxurious cast of the crew.
The list of actors is exposed little by little. If it is gathered together, it will be too dazzling, and people don't know who to watch.
Bearing the brunt of the hype was "William and Luciferd's Screen Debuts."
Everyone except William expressed their delight at this.
"I don't understand what is the meaning of the memory at the beginning of this movie." After reading the script of the third revision, William argued with MiG. He felt that the beginning of the film that he was required to appear in did not need to appear at all.
"It's logical to show the portrait of your great-grandmother painted by Monet himself." As early as when he was filming "The Man From Earth" in Pasadena, Miguel heard that Sabatino introduced It is said that Monet painted by himself, and had a hazy composition inspiration, which is now used in a family.
"Then what's the point of my appearance?" I wanted the portrait to appear on the screen, so I took it directly.
"It's just a side view. You hold your little cousin and stare at the painting. It's OK. You don't need to speak the lines yourself. We will add the narration afterwards." Miguel tried hard to convince William. As for whether the movie is real or not There is no need for lines, heck, let's talk about this later.
Wendy told the truth: "Will, you are the best-looking actor we can find, and you don't need money. After Lucifer grows up, he is so round and cute, no matter how bad the plot is, look at his face That's enough."
"..."
William only had a set of shots at the beginning and end of the movie, so he was not in a hurry to shoot. Now that he said it in advance, he just wanted to give William a period of mental preparation.Simply put, there is no denying it.
After speaking, MiG was extremely irresponsible and flew to Germany with the entire crew.
Most of the scenes in the movie will be filmed in Germany, and the shooting location is also ready-made - the old Bernstein's old house in Germany.After Germany was defeated that year, the old Bernstein just happened to be famous in the United States. The first thing he did when he became famous was to get back the address of the old house belonging to him and Maggie's family with the German government.Based on my memory, I worked hard to renovate the two adjacent white houses, and hired someone to clean them every year.
Shooting movies here respects the real history without spending money.Meg felt that no place could be more suitable than here.
The actor Neil has made sufficient preparations since he decided to take over the role. For example, he deliberately went to learn the traditional Jewish etiquette class. One-hour "friendly and friendly" talk event.
It is said that Neil's legs were weak when he walked out of the old Bernstein's manor in the suburbs of New York.
Later, after Hepburn agreed to participate in the role, Neil also called William many times to confirm that his role was confirmed, right?You won't be replaced by others, right?It made William dumbfounded.
The heroine, who plays Maggie, uses an actor that everyone didn't expect at first.
Chapter 129 The 120th Ninth Day of Coming to Earth: Family love has no color, but MiG firmly believes that he can capture its warm color.
For two full months in April and May, before the production of the family started, William, who had returned to New York from Italy, was already busy working again.
On March 3, "The Breakfast Club" was officially launched in Illinois. This low-cost youth film is not the focus of MGM's investment this year. It was only because of William's personal persistence that it was able to start shooting.
The script was recommended by Sabatino to William in 82. After reading it, William thought the script was very interesting. Unfortunately, William had his own film project at that time, so he had to write the script to the director John.Hughes, recommended to old Samuel.But I don't know how the old Samuel negotiated with John. Finally, in 83, John made his first movie in his life-"Sixteen Candles".
Film plans for The Breakfast Club were shelved.
"Sixteen Candles" is also a youth film, which will be released in May of 84.It was a good movie, too, but it wasn't the "Breakfast Club" that William liked.Therefore, after William became the executive producer, he insisted on starting the project of "The Breakfast Club". Due to William's insistence on going his own way, he failed to win much investment from MGM for the film, only 5.
Fortunately, Director John said that hundreds of thousands would be enough.There are not many scenes required for a movie, and almost all of them can be completed in the studio. It doesn't cost much, and there may be some left over.
In mid-May, the filming of the sci-fi movie "Terminator" personally invested by Sabatino was also completed.As an intermediary, William contacted Lucas for Cameron, the director of "Terminator", and started the long post-production work produced by Industrial Light and Magic.
"Terminator" is basically an independent film directed by Cameron alone. Due to his not-so-pleasurable first film shooting experience when he debuted, he currently does not trust major film companies.In recent years, MGM, which has been in the limelight for a while, only won the distribution rights of "Terminator", but Sabatino and 2B250 still feel that this is a good deal.
Sabatino said to William: "Just investing 600 million, you can get the priority cooperation rights for Cameron's films in the future. Sooner or later, you will understand how cost-effective this investment is."
2B250 analyzed that: "The Terminator" will eventually win at least 3000 million in the United States, and the global box office will start at 7000 million. Sabatino only invested 600 million, which is more than tenfold. It is indeed a good deal.Like those big hit dark horse movies produced by William when he first started as a producer, they are all very profitable investments.And Terminator has the potential to grow into a popular franchise that will only become more profitable.
At the end of May, "The Breakfast Club" finished filming.The shooting scenes for this movie were really few, and it was shot very quickly, and it was done in just two months.The rest is the post-production that requires producers and directors a headache.William, as an executive producer, doesn't need to be too involved.
For William, the most important thing at this time is "Because We Are Family", which was also launched at the end of May. Olympic film.
Old Samuel was extremely nervous, because MGM, like William, has suffered from the embarrassment of not winning many awards despite earning a lot of money in recent years.
If you don't win an award, what kind of Hollywood giant is that?
MiG can be said to be the only hope for MGM in the past two years.
William borrowed Sabatino's most luxurious private jet and personally sent three important legendary actresses to Germany. MiG and the directors of key departments of the crew also specially accompanied the whole process.
By the way, everyone also asked for a lot of autographed photos, and they are going to take them back for collection.
William doesn't chase stars, but he also asked for one. To be precise, the trend of asking for autographed photos started from him. He specially asked Taylor and others to write the words as a gift to his parents.
"Thank you." William put away the three photos he had prepared with great care.
Ms. Taylor, who has lost a lot of weight, but can no longer be described as slender, smiled the most enthusiastically, because she and William have a mutual friend Michael.Jackson, also because she has many juniors who are about the same age as William, has no resistance to a good-looking and sweet-mouthed child like William: "You are so filial, your parents will be very happy in heaven."
William doesn't believe that there is any paradise in this world, but he can understand the kindness of others who say so.It doesn’t really matter whether heaven exists or not, what matters is the meaning behind it—the dead get real peace and happiness after death.
Catherine and Garbo didn't talk much, but they nodded in agreement, looking at William with kindness and love in their eyes.
William's elder relationship has always been very good, but being so concerned by the three former beauties still made him feel a little shy.Even if the other party is old, the unchanging beauty in the depths of their souls will last forever and be natural.
After ten hours of flying, the plane finally arrived in Berlin, Germany.
After the group got off the plane, they went straight to the set in a low-key manner. Hepburn, her boyfriend and assistant who were in charge of taking care of her had already arrived at the hotel closest to the shooting location ahead of time. MGM was extra generous to the set this time. Give is the highest.If you live in a five-star hotel, you will never stay in a four-star hotel.
"Such a luxurious lineup, even in the golden age, cannot be assembled."
Someone from the production team said this with deep emotion.If it weren't for the non-disclosure agreement signed in advance and the need to cooperate with the crew's publicity, they would have made the news that they had contact with these four old beauties a long time ago known to the world.
That night, William didn't stay in the hotel with the crew, but lived in what should be regarded as their real "ancestral home".
The house over there is not too big, but it is very nostalgic and warm. Starting tomorrow, it will be the focus of filming for the next month or two.
William knew it was impossible, but he still couldn't help feeling that by accident, he seemed to be able to see the scene of his great-grandmother and grandmother moving in the room.
Maggie's grandmother was young and full of life, full of visions of the future.She has blond hair, blue eyes, red lips and white teeth, wearing a very small and fresh floral long dress, swinging on the milky white swing in the yard, getting higher and higher, as if she wants to swing into the blue sky and white clouds, and disappear into the sun .
Early the next morning, William actually saw such a scene.
The back image is very similar to the grandmother's girl in his imagination, her voice is like a wind chime, and it is as fresh as morning dew.The golden curly hair left a beautiful arc in the wind. She turned her head and smiled like the sun. She said, "Good morning, Will~"
"Morning, Margaret."
Yes, Margaret played by Margaret.
Maggie's grandmother's full name is Margaret, and her actor is also named Margaret, who is one of the three main persons in charge of the gossipgirl website.
Teenage Margaret didn't need much acting skills to bring Maggie's grandmother to life because they were so similar.Young, beautiful, with the innocence and tenderness unique to young people towards the world.Maggie is not a saint, and she will not be completely free from mistakes, but she has the most basic principles and bottom line of being a human being, living an active life and being kind to others.
Gentle, yet tough.
Miguel slept with William in the house here last night, and he happened to go downstairs to see this scene, and immediately decided to take a picture of it.
He said to William: "Sure enough, it is right to ask Margaret to play the role."
Before, they auditioned countless famous or not-so-famous young actresses in Hollywood, but they couldn't find one that could satisfy Aunt Elizabeth. She said to William: "There is always something missing in these people. .”
Not to mention Aunt Elizabeth, those actresses can't even pass MiG.
Later, it was Aunt Elizabeth who accidentally met Margaret, and the actor was finally decided.In fact, Margaret's appearance is not quite like that of Maggie's grandmother, but her temperament is unmatched.That kind of pampered and pampered look is not something a girl of her age can easily imitate. The most important thing is that there is a little bit of loneliness in this pampered and pampered.
The loneliness of Maggie's grandmother is obvious. She has no father, and she doesn't even know who her father is. She only lives with her mother.Her mother is a descendant of the French aristocracy, but in fact, there have been no aristocrats in France for a long time.
She is so different, yet eager to fit in the group
But in Aunt Elizabeth's hazy memory, Anna's great-grandmother was the most beautiful woman she had ever seen in the world even at the age of more than 40 years. Kind... All kinds of beautiful adjectives, as if they don't need money, were all piled up on Anna's great-grandmother by Aunt Elizabeth. She even felt that no matter how gorgeous the words were, they were not as good as the real Anna in her memory. one.
After William only inquired about Elizabeth's request for Anna's great-grandmother, he had the urge to persuade MiG to make another movie.
Because obviously, Aunt Elizabeth is not remembering a real person, but using all the beautiful words she knows to cast an angel in her imagination.
Aunt Elizabeth firmly believes that she is telling the truth, but human memory can lie, and it often appears to be misconstructed and beautified.This is why most people always feel that the era in memory is better than the present, and every time the trend is to pursue retroism.But that kind of retro is not really ancient, but the classic that lives in everyone's imagination.
The young Elizabeth, in the precarious and cruel environment of World War II, would involuntarily develop a deification complex for the elders who gave her warmth and safety, and finally died to protect her.
William understands this [-] percent.
But... How should I put it, the real great-grandmother Anna must be a good person——
Even if the real her is only one percent as good as Aunt Elizabeth's memory, she is great.This is also the fundamental reason why the novel "Because We Are a Family" became the number one best-selling novel in the United States. The article contains the ugliness of human nature in war (Nazi), and the gentle brilliance of ordinary people in times of crisis. Anna's great-grandmother is The concentrated expression of that brilliance.
— but Anna's great-grandmother couldn't be too good to be a real person.
Miguel is going to make a real movie, using humans in three dimensions as actors, how can they find an actress who 100% fits Elizabeth's imagination?
The most important thing is that even if there is such a decathlon goddess, if they invite them, it doesn't mean that they will definitely agree to act, doesn't it?
"That's not a problem." Sabatino said in a very rich way. If the other party asks for money, they can give a satisfactory price; The best supporting actress for the other party's public relations; even if the other party is not looking for money or fame, but for something else, with Sabatino's current power, he can satisfy each other one by one.
Therefore, William was also opened his mind.
On the issue of casting, he can try his best to get the support of MGM and United Artists.These two Hollywood giants who started out as independent films, and many aging Oscar queens, have a friendship with each other, so it should still be possible to play the favor card, right?
Therefore, the question finally comes back to who to ask for the show.
"How about Meryl?" Wendy gave a suggestion.
Meryl.Streep, a powerful actress, also won the Oscar for Best Actress in 1980 with "Kramer and Mrs. Kramer", and her elegant temperament is recognized throughout the United States.
But as the director, Miguel shook his head first and rejected Wendy's proposal: "Meryl is only 35 years old, even Pepper (don't doubt, Miguel's sissy makeup artist friend is called this Name) can make her age bigger, and her temperament is not quite suitable for Ms. Anna. But I did invite her to play Elizabeth’s Jewish biological mother.”
According to Aunt Elizabeth, Anna's great-grandmother is more gentle and angelic.And Meryl is more, uh, intellectual queen.
Thinking about Aunt Elizabeth's queen appearance, Meryl is quite in line with Aunt Elizabeth's biological mother who died young in World War II.
"Actually, I already have an actor candidate in my mind, but I don't dare to say it." MiG said cautiously. This idea has become his demon since the moment it was formed. The idea of "actor" has been lingering in MiG's mind, but he is also very clear that his choice is almost impossible to come true.
"What are you afraid to say?" Wendy was taken aback. What kind of actress can be so famous that Miguel, the famous director who is already flocked to by everyone, is so unconfident?
William also became interested, waiting for MiG's answer.
"Audrey Hepburn."
"..." Wendy gasped, the drink she was drinking was almost sucked into the trachea.Then, she let out an earth-shattering cough. This is indeed an actress who dare not say so.
Wendy even wondered how daring and leaping imagination MiG had to think of Audrey.Hepburn.
On the contrary, William nodded thoughtfully, thinking it was a good idea.
Yeah, why not Audrey.What about Hepburn?Although in everyone's imagination, Audrey should be very old now, but she is only 55 years old. She can't play a girl, but it's okay to play a girl's mother.In the grotesque circle of Hollywood, a 50-year-old actress wearing makeup is no different from an actress in her thirties, let alone playing a middle-aged woman in her 40s.
William saw Audrey with Sabatino in 81.Hepburn cameo in the comedy movie "Laughing", in which she played a very elegant and dignified wife of a member of parliament, and she still looks so beautiful.
Thinking along this line of thought, Audrey is probably the person who best fits Elizabeth's angelic imagination.Beauty is recognized all over the world, I am gentle, intelligent and temperamental, and Audrey actively participated in various charitable causes in her later years, and her reputation for kindness is also very high.
Thinking about it from this point of view, Audrey wasn't the only candidate for their backup.Hepburn one.If Audrey cannot be persuaded to take part, there are other legendary actresses of the same period as her who can be considered.
Catherine, who won another Oscar for Best Actress with "Golden Pond" a few years ago.Hepburn; Michael.Johnson's year-end friend Elizabeth.Taylor; and Greta, whom the elder Bernstein was fond of.Garbo...
These are Hollywood treasures who can act as middle-aged beauties in minutes with just a little makeup.
The most wonderful thing is that these gems are basically from MGM. Before MGM was completely killed because of the monopoly case, the agency companies of these actresses even directly wrote the name "MGM Movies" .
If Bergman hadn't passed away in 82, based on Aunt Elizabeth's appreciation for Bergman, they basically wouldn't have to think about it, and they could do their best to invite Bergman to play the role.
Unfortunately, Bergman passed away.
However, when Bergman debuted, he was hailed as another Swedish superstar after Garbo. In other words, Garbo, as the original version, might be more popular with Aunt Elizabeth than Bergman?
Then, all eyes turned to William.
At present, we can only rely on William to make a move, and then we can find out who Elizabeth likes more among these actresses.
William also lived up to expectations, and took his little cousins Luciferd and Cotton Candy, who were several months old, and put the most classic stills of several legendary actresses in front of them, deliberately waiting for Elizabeth to look at them and ask them, Which beauty in the photo do you like better?
"What are you doing, Angel?" Elizabeth's curiosity was indeed aroused.
"I'm predicting which type of girl Vader likes. There is a tradition in China called Zhuo Zhou, and I think this is similar. Oh, it seems that Marshmallow prefers Taylor." William tried to guide his aunt Liz, "Do you think Anna's great-grandmother Which movie star do you look more like?"
"Bergman." Known for her beauty and holiness, she is extremely charming, yet dignified and elegant.
Although Bergman's history of extramarital affairs makes people disagree, her classic image on the screen is the most in line with Aunt Elizabeth's imagination of Anna's great-grandmother, so she likes Bergman so much, and because Bergman There is a movie called Casablanca.Elizabeth first heard the legend of Casablanca from Anna's great-grandmother.
"Bergman has passed away." William was helpless.
"So?" Aunt Elizabeth was taken aback for a moment. She thought they were just discussing who was more similar, and they didn't say who was more similar among the living actors, right?Then, the sensitive Elizabeth finally came to her senses, "Are you going to shoot "Because We Are a Family"?"
As a novel that literarized the past of the Bernstein family, Elizabeth has naturally read it.It can even be said that without her approval and the details of her relationship with Anna that she told, it would be impossible for this novel to be published.
William nodded helplessly. The family is full of smart people, and the pressure is really great.
Elizabeth pinched William's bun face, dumbfounded: "Then just tell me directly, why are you beating around the bush like this?"
"I'm afraid you're not happy." William lowered his head.
"This is the movie you want to invest in, Angel," Aunt Elizabeth's expression became more gentle, "I will never be unhappy with you."
Because of Elizabeth's words, William felt that being pinched in the face was worth it!
"However, if you have to find someone to play Anna, I think Audrey Hepburn is pretty good."
"you like her?"
Aunt Elizabeth shook her head: "Because her age is the most suitable, silly child. Catherine and Garbo are too big, and only Taylor and Hepburn are suitable. But I heard that after Taylor got married, because of a bad relationship with the MP After marriage, her weight soared to 180 pounds. Even if she is divorced now, she will no longer be as slender as before. The most important thing is that Hepburn is easy to please, just play the Wheeler card."
Wheeler directed "Roman Holiday" that year, and it was Audrey.Hepburn's first movie as a heroine was also the movie that made her a god overnight.
Hepburn may not sell anyone's face, but it is absolutely impossible to forget Wheeler's kindness, not to mention that Hepburn herself is actually a very soft-hearted person. Since she has clearly announced her retirement, she is always not worth the favor, and does not ask for money again and again It can be seen by starring in a movie.
William recalled that in the diary that Wheeler gave him, he did write "Contact Hepburn for help if necessary".
Aunt Elizabeth, like Sabatino, was a pragmatist.
"I can tell the difference between movies and reality, my lovely Will." Aunt Elizabeth even kissed William excitedly, "But thank you for caring about my feelings so much, I am very happy."
"Oh, Vader! Vader—!"
When William and Aunt Elizabeth warmed each other's hearts, Luciferd had already fought three hundred rounds with the marshmallow. With a delicate figure that might not be able to sit up, the marshmallow almost lost his soul. to heaven.
Marshmallow: ... Human cubs are really scary, blah blah, frightened me to death.
Chapter 128 The 120th and eighth day of coming to Earth: William is going to act in a movie, light a whole room of candles for him.
The thing about convincing Hepburn to be in "Because We Are Family"...
...surprisingly easy.
Because the person who came out to persuade was Hepburn's eldest son, Sean.
Sean was born in 1960 and is 24 years old this year. In his birth year, he is one year older than William.However, Sean grew up according to the normal trajectory of ordinary people. He went to college at the age of 18 and graduated with a bachelor's degree at the age of 22. He has almost 18 years of work experience less than William, who has already worked in MGM before the age of 4.In the summer vacation of 82, he came to Hollywood alone to work hard. At that time, William was already a successful person with an Oscar and several annual box office champions.
Today, Sean is still working hard to become an excellent producer.
Of course, as the second-generation star, or a very well-known second-generation star, it is impossible for Sean not to use any of his parents' connections. Even if he wants to be self-reliant, there are many people rushing to be "used" by him.
Hepburn made a cameo appearance in "Laughter" that year, paving the way for her son's future.
Sean's father (Hepburn's first husband, divorced) Mel is in Santa Barbara, California.Mel also worked in the entertainment industry. Although he was not very successful, he still accumulated a lot of contacts by virtue of the "Blind Girl Psycho" that they collaborated with Hepburn before they divorced. In the senior Hollywood circle With a deep background, it is enough to help my son get started.
When Sean was still in college in the United States, he managed to get in touch with Wheeler, who was not dead, and Wheeler's most beloved grandson, Edward.Wheeler has a deep friendship.
In 82, Sean joined MGM in Los Angeles on the recommendation of Little Wheeler, and now he is studying on the production team of Wendy's "The Secret".
Sean has always wanted to know William, because they are about the same age and in the same industry as producers, but William has achieved achievements that he can only look up to.Sean has so much to learn from William, but William was either busy with 007 abroad, or transferred to United Artists in New York, or went to Italy to take care of his aunt, so little Wheeler has not been able to achieve Promise to introduce William to Sean.
Today, Sean, who suffers from being unable to know William, finally sees William through MiG's new movie.
Sean said to William: "Actually, I have heard a lot about you before this." From Wheeler's mouth, Wheeler's good friend "Glass" Glass From the excited descriptions of his partners Margaret and Lydia, as well as from the daily lines of Wendy and MiG, the immediate bosses of the crew where he is now...
To put it simply, when William didn't know, he had a hidden fan named Sean thanks to the blessing of little Wheeler and the constant public opinion of his friends.
#Environmental influence on the importance of a person#
"!!!" Compared to William, Wendy was the one who seemed the most shocked. "Among the staff in my crew, there is Audrey. Hepburn's eldest son? Why do I not know about this at all!"
Little Wheeler said innocently: "I told you that Sean is the son of my grandfather's friend. I hope you can take care of him more."
"...Your introduction is too cryptic!" Wendy wanted to strangle Little Wheeler to death. This technical geek who can't speak is simply killing people!Fortunately, although I don't know who Sean is, but for Little Wheeler's sake, Wendy did take care of Sean a little more, otherwise Wendy would be even more broken now.
"Sean's full name is Sean. Hepburn. Ferre, how do you want me to be more direct?" Little Wheeler was also devastated, "How many friends with the surname Hepburn do my grandpa know?"
"Katherine Hepburn?" Wendy gave an example.
"... Doesn't this represent a bigger name, should you pay more attention?" Although they are all legendary actresses, there is no one who is better than the other, but in terms of seniority when she debuted sooner or later, Catherine is indeed better than Ao Dai Korea.Hepburn has more status in the world.
Wendy can't say no to Little Wheeler, so she can only make up her mind. Next time Little Wheeler introduces someone to the crew, she must personally ask about the eighteen generations of the other party's ancestors!
After a pleasant dinner with Sean, Sean confidently promised William that he would persuade his mother to act.
"It won't be too much, right?" Wendy was the softest of the three, always afraid of causing trouble to others.
Sean shook his head. He was really grateful to Wendy, the crew boss who taught him a lot. The most rare thing is that the other party took care of him without knowing that he was Hepburn's son: "No, my grandmother here I am."
Sean's grandmother, also Hepburn's mother, Baroness Avery, loved the novel "Because We Are Family" very much.
Since 1974, the elderly Mrs. Ella has been living with her daughter and her boyfriend Wanders in the quiet garden of the Swiss village of Troshnaz.This aristocratic descendant from the Netherlands also suffered from World War II. Even her second husband (Hepburn’s biological father) believed in fascism and abandoned his wife and daughter before the start of World War II. hell.
Ella really hated her irresponsible banker husband, and she never wanted her daughter to get in touch with him, because she was afraid that her second husband would hurt Hepburn's heart again.
In the novel, the widowed descendant of the French aristocrat, Anna, and Anna's daughter Maggie, made Ella think of herself and her daughter Hepburn involuntarily. She also tried her best to protect the beautiful and immature Hepburn during World War II.
Sean naturally recommended this novel to Mrs. Ella, but at the time he didn't know that this novel would be adapted into a movie. He just thought that his grandmother would definitely like this best-selling novel in the United States.Of course, Sean himself would read this novel because he was influenced by Little Wheeler and others.
Mrs. Ella seldom interferes with her daughter's film work, but for Hepburn to take on the role of Ms. Anna, she is also very supportive and expectant.
After two miscarriages, she finally became pregnant for the third time. Under the eyes of her eldest son and her elderly mother, it was impossible for Hepburn to be uncompromising.
What's more, "Because We Are Family" is indeed an excellent novel reflecting on World War II. Hepburn's aversion to the Nazis can be seen from the fact that there is no trace of "Made in Germany" in the decoration of her quiet garden.
After seeing the script adapted by MiG, Robert and Bob, Hepburn became more confident about the movie.
With Hepburn joining as a living sign, the family's preparatory work went unbelievably smoothly, even a little too smoothly.Many bigwigs want to find someone with a relationship to join the team, or wave money to invest.Even the old Samuel of MGM was bloody, and recommended to William three super-big names that neither William nor MiG could refuse - Catherine.Hepburn, Greta.Garbo and Elizabeth.Taylor.
Old Samuel specially recommended these three superstars after reading the script: "It's just a cameo. In the adapted version of MiG, a few elderly characters who secretly support Anna's family are specially added. It's just right, You don't have to worry about finding someone else."
"...How did you convince them to participate?" William almost knelt down to old Samuel, and this was too hidden.When the few of them were discussing in private, they didn't dare to think of bringing together these legendary actresses who were still alive. William originally only wanted to gather all his contacts to attack one of them.
It’s okay for Catherine and Taylor, after all, they are still active in Hollywood’s entertainment industry, but since Garbo announced her retirement in 41, she has resolutely never appeared in front of any camera, and has become an eternal screen in many people’s minds Curtain Goddess.
"Garbo's "La Traviata" is produced by MGM, and it is recognized as the most artistic movie." Old Samuel was very proud... Stomach, "In front of Garbo, MGM is still It's kind of flimsy. Moreover, MGM has also contributed a lot to Garbo's ability to live in New York without being disturbed all these years."
People always say that it is better to lose the Pulsatilla than to bully the poor.But sometimes, the background of some "old people" who are not obvious and not dewy can really scare people to death when they are really used.
The actors were in place ahead of time, and because of the physical condition of Hepburn's mother, Mrs. Ella, the family crew decided to start the film early.
The Gossipgirl website dutifully exploded the "big news" once again, and started a year-long campaign for the family crew. The best gimmick is naturally the luxurious cast of the crew.
The list of actors is exposed little by little. If it is gathered together, it will be too dazzling, and people don't know who to watch.
Bearing the brunt of the hype was "William and Luciferd's Screen Debuts."
Everyone except William expressed their delight at this.
"I don't understand what is the meaning of the memory at the beginning of this movie." After reading the script of the third revision, William argued with MiG. He felt that the beginning of the film that he was required to appear in did not need to appear at all.
"It's logical to show the portrait of your great-grandmother painted by Monet himself." As early as when he was filming "The Man From Earth" in Pasadena, Miguel heard that Sabatino introduced It is said that Monet painted by himself, and had a hazy composition inspiration, which is now used in a family.
"Then what's the point of my appearance?" I wanted the portrait to appear on the screen, so I took it directly.
"It's just a side view. You hold your little cousin and stare at the painting. It's OK. You don't need to speak the lines yourself. We will add the narration afterwards." Miguel tried hard to convince William. As for whether the movie is real or not There is no need for lines, heck, let's talk about this later.
Wendy told the truth: "Will, you are the best-looking actor we can find, and you don't need money. After Lucifer grows up, he is so round and cute, no matter how bad the plot is, look at his face That's enough."
"..."
William only had a set of shots at the beginning and end of the movie, so he was not in a hurry to shoot. Now that he said it in advance, he just wanted to give William a period of mental preparation.Simply put, there is no denying it.
After speaking, MiG was extremely irresponsible and flew to Germany with the entire crew.
Most of the scenes in the movie will be filmed in Germany, and the shooting location is also ready-made - the old Bernstein's old house in Germany.After Germany was defeated that year, the old Bernstein just happened to be famous in the United States. The first thing he did when he became famous was to get back the address of the old house belonging to him and Maggie's family with the German government.Based on my memory, I worked hard to renovate the two adjacent white houses, and hired someone to clean them every year.
Shooting movies here respects the real history without spending money.Meg felt that no place could be more suitable than here.
The actor Neil has made sufficient preparations since he decided to take over the role. For example, he deliberately went to learn the traditional Jewish etiquette class. One-hour "friendly and friendly" talk event.
It is said that Neil's legs were weak when he walked out of the old Bernstein's manor in the suburbs of New York.
Later, after Hepburn agreed to participate in the role, Neil also called William many times to confirm that his role was confirmed, right?You won't be replaced by others, right?It made William dumbfounded.
The heroine, who plays Maggie, uses an actor that everyone didn't expect at first.
Chapter 129 The 120th Ninth Day of Coming to Earth: Family love has no color, but MiG firmly believes that he can capture its warm color.
For two full months in April and May, before the production of the family started, William, who had returned to New York from Italy, was already busy working again.
On March 3, "The Breakfast Club" was officially launched in Illinois. This low-cost youth film is not the focus of MGM's investment this year. It was only because of William's personal persistence that it was able to start shooting.
The script was recommended by Sabatino to William in 82. After reading it, William thought the script was very interesting. Unfortunately, William had his own film project at that time, so he had to write the script to the director John.Hughes, recommended to old Samuel.But I don't know how the old Samuel negotiated with John. Finally, in 83, John made his first movie in his life-"Sixteen Candles".
Film plans for The Breakfast Club were shelved.
"Sixteen Candles" is also a youth film, which will be released in May of 84.It was a good movie, too, but it wasn't the "Breakfast Club" that William liked.Therefore, after William became the executive producer, he insisted on starting the project of "The Breakfast Club". Due to William's insistence on going his own way, he failed to win much investment from MGM for the film, only 5.
Fortunately, Director John said that hundreds of thousands would be enough.There are not many scenes required for a movie, and almost all of them can be completed in the studio. It doesn't cost much, and there may be some left over.
In mid-May, the filming of the sci-fi movie "Terminator" personally invested by Sabatino was also completed.As an intermediary, William contacted Lucas for Cameron, the director of "Terminator", and started the long post-production work produced by Industrial Light and Magic.
"Terminator" is basically an independent film directed by Cameron alone. Due to his not-so-pleasurable first film shooting experience when he debuted, he currently does not trust major film companies.In recent years, MGM, which has been in the limelight for a while, only won the distribution rights of "Terminator", but Sabatino and 2B250 still feel that this is a good deal.
Sabatino said to William: "Just investing 600 million, you can get the priority cooperation rights for Cameron's films in the future. Sooner or later, you will understand how cost-effective this investment is."
2B250 analyzed that: "The Terminator" will eventually win at least 3000 million in the United States, and the global box office will start at 7000 million. Sabatino only invested 600 million, which is more than tenfold. It is indeed a good deal.Like those big hit dark horse movies produced by William when he first started as a producer, they are all very profitable investments.And Terminator has the potential to grow into a popular franchise that will only become more profitable.
At the end of May, "The Breakfast Club" finished filming.The shooting scenes for this movie were really few, and it was shot very quickly, and it was done in just two months.The rest is the post-production that requires producers and directors a headache.William, as an executive producer, doesn't need to be too involved.
For William, the most important thing at this time is "Because We Are Family", which was also launched at the end of May. Olympic film.
Old Samuel was extremely nervous, because MGM, like William, has suffered from the embarrassment of not winning many awards despite earning a lot of money in recent years.
If you don't win an award, what kind of Hollywood giant is that?
MiG can be said to be the only hope for MGM in the past two years.
William borrowed Sabatino's most luxurious private jet and personally sent three important legendary actresses to Germany. MiG and the directors of key departments of the crew also specially accompanied the whole process.
By the way, everyone also asked for a lot of autographed photos, and they are going to take them back for collection.
William doesn't chase stars, but he also asked for one. To be precise, the trend of asking for autographed photos started from him. He specially asked Taylor and others to write the words as a gift to his parents.
"Thank you." William put away the three photos he had prepared with great care.
Ms. Taylor, who has lost a lot of weight, but can no longer be described as slender, smiled the most enthusiastically, because she and William have a mutual friend Michael.Jackson, also because she has many juniors who are about the same age as William, has no resistance to a good-looking and sweet-mouthed child like William: "You are so filial, your parents will be very happy in heaven."
William doesn't believe that there is any paradise in this world, but he can understand the kindness of others who say so.It doesn’t really matter whether heaven exists or not, what matters is the meaning behind it—the dead get real peace and happiness after death.
Catherine and Garbo didn't talk much, but they nodded in agreement, looking at William with kindness and love in their eyes.
William's elder relationship has always been very good, but being so concerned by the three former beauties still made him feel a little shy.Even if the other party is old, the unchanging beauty in the depths of their souls will last forever and be natural.
After ten hours of flying, the plane finally arrived in Berlin, Germany.
After the group got off the plane, they went straight to the set in a low-key manner. Hepburn, her boyfriend and assistant who were in charge of taking care of her had already arrived at the hotel closest to the shooting location ahead of time. MGM was extra generous to the set this time. Give is the highest.If you live in a five-star hotel, you will never stay in a four-star hotel.
"Such a luxurious lineup, even in the golden age, cannot be assembled."
Someone from the production team said this with deep emotion.If it weren't for the non-disclosure agreement signed in advance and the need to cooperate with the crew's publicity, they would have made the news that they had contact with these four old beauties a long time ago known to the world.
That night, William didn't stay in the hotel with the crew, but lived in what should be regarded as their real "ancestral home".
The house over there is not too big, but it is very nostalgic and warm. Starting tomorrow, it will be the focus of filming for the next month or two.
William knew it was impossible, but he still couldn't help feeling that by accident, he seemed to be able to see the scene of his great-grandmother and grandmother moving in the room.
Maggie's grandmother was young and full of life, full of visions of the future.She has blond hair, blue eyes, red lips and white teeth, wearing a very small and fresh floral long dress, swinging on the milky white swing in the yard, getting higher and higher, as if she wants to swing into the blue sky and white clouds, and disappear into the sun .
Early the next morning, William actually saw such a scene.
The back image is very similar to the grandmother's girl in his imagination, her voice is like a wind chime, and it is as fresh as morning dew.The golden curly hair left a beautiful arc in the wind. She turned her head and smiled like the sun. She said, "Good morning, Will~"
"Morning, Margaret."
Yes, Margaret played by Margaret.
Maggie's grandmother's full name is Margaret, and her actor is also named Margaret, who is one of the three main persons in charge of the gossipgirl website.
Teenage Margaret didn't need much acting skills to bring Maggie's grandmother to life because they were so similar.Young, beautiful, with the innocence and tenderness unique to young people towards the world.Maggie is not a saint, and she will not be completely free from mistakes, but she has the most basic principles and bottom line of being a human being, living an active life and being kind to others.
Gentle, yet tough.
Miguel slept with William in the house here last night, and he happened to go downstairs to see this scene, and immediately decided to take a picture of it.
He said to William: "Sure enough, it is right to ask Margaret to play the role."
Before, they auditioned countless famous or not-so-famous young actresses in Hollywood, but they couldn't find one that could satisfy Aunt Elizabeth. She said to William: "There is always something missing in these people. .”
Not to mention Aunt Elizabeth, those actresses can't even pass MiG.
Later, it was Aunt Elizabeth who accidentally met Margaret, and the actor was finally decided.In fact, Margaret's appearance is not quite like that of Maggie's grandmother, but her temperament is unmatched.That kind of pampered and pampered look is not something a girl of her age can easily imitate. The most important thing is that there is a little bit of loneliness in this pampered and pampered.
The loneliness of Maggie's grandmother is obvious. She has no father, and she doesn't even know who her father is. She only lives with her mother.Her mother is a descendant of the French aristocracy, but in fact, there have been no aristocrats in France for a long time.
She is so different, yet eager to fit in the group
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