atypical hollywood life

"The main work is still done by the public relations company. They have enough manpower to do the work that requires constant phone calls. I will copy the phone numbers and names of the judges and give you a list."

Arthur Miller pushed the glasses on the bridge of his nose, and casually talked to Brian Lord about the names, addresses, phone numbers and even the preferences and tendencies of some of the academy judges.Just like what he said is not the list of Oscar judges that has been kept secret by the outside world, but a list of lunch banquets.

Brian Lord was really amazed by this. You must know that most of the Oscar judges themselves do not know who their peers are. With a list of more than 6000 people, who would know so clearly except the chairman of the academy? What about the details?

Seeing Brian Lord's surprised expression, Arthur Miller showed a meaningful smile. Even though Brian was a fox-level shrewd figure, he still couldn't read the expression on Arthur's face.

But Margaret remembered something when she saw Arthur's wonderful smile. She remembered that Arthur had invited three friends to accompany him on a round-the-world trip when the "William and Lillian" made its maiden voyage. In the past few years, he often invites friends to go out to relax...

Arthur Shearer, Frank Pearson, Robert Wise... and some other old folks who were also getting older.

Later, she accidentally learned about the glorious past of Mr. Robert Wise. This gentleman actually participated in the film editing of "Citizen Kane". Even Kubrick and Quentin Tarantino were in their own His real-time production techniques have been imitated in the works.One of Margaret's favorite films, "The Sound of Music", was also directed by this old gentleman, and she also won her second Oscar for this film.And his first statuette came from the famous "West Side Story".

At that time, she was amazed by the brilliant record of this gentleman, but now she suddenly remembered one thing, something that Arthur inadvertently mentioned when chatting with her, which she ignored, Robert Wise not only won two Oscars The best director award, also served in the position of "Chairman of the American Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences" from July 1985 to July 7!

Yes, Mr. Wise was President of the Academy for three years!

And that Arthur Shearer, Margaret also remembered, this same gray-haired old man seems to have been the chairman of the Academy since the year she won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress, and it seems that she has also Did not resign?

As for Frank Pearson, who seems to be the chairman of the screenwriters union?

Arthur is indeed the best of the best, he is as wise as a prophet!Margaret looked up at Arthur Miller with a look of admiration for a great man, a master!

Under the adoring gaze of his little granddaughter, Arthur Miller continued to drink his black tea, tsk, what a pity, it tasted much worse than the afternoon tea he had with Harvey Weinstein yesterday .

Brian Lord was a little confused about this old-young rivalry, but he was sure that something happened, and it was a good thing.

"In addition, Sony has just launched a new technological innovation this year, DVD. Video recorders are about to be eliminated, and DVD is the future trend. When sending DVDs to the judges, don't forget to send a DVD player In the past. How can I watch DVD without a machine? This time the Best Actress is different from Meg’s Best Supporting Actress last time. Simply canvassing votes is no longer useful. What we can do, others can do. And others The relationship is not necessarily less.”

Brian Lord knew who he was talking about. When he came up with the idea of ​​helping Margaret hit the Oscar, he collected various materials to analyze the success rate this time. One of the actresses caught his attention. Notice.

To be honest, this year is actually not a big year for the Oscars. No matter in terms of the competition for best picture, best director or even best actor and actress, this year is a small year.

This is a good thing and a bad thing.

The good thing is that there are no movies and actors that have to.Like "Schindler's List" with Tom Hanks and Holly Hunter the year Margaret got the statuette, or "Forrest Gump" with Tom Hanks the year after x.This greatly increases the chances of winning.

The bad thing is that the situation is much more confusing and complicated without the hot and award-winning actors, such as the actress that Brian Lord noticed, Frances McDormand.

The characteristic of this actress is her long-flowing performance, which is tepid and slowly infiltrating. It stands to reason that she should not pose any threat to Margaret.

Christine Scott Thomas in the English patient should be Margaret's archenemy, but this is an Englishman, the competition is greatly reduced, and Arthur Miller also said just now, Miramax's focus won't be on competing for Best Actress.

However, the premise is that this Frances McDormand does not have a good husband!

Many people may not know Joel Cohen, but when it comes to the Coen Brothers, is there anyone in Hollywood who doesn’t know?Have it?no.

This pair of brothers, whose theme is to emphasize a certain uncertainty of fate, are almost unfavorable golden signs in the independent film circles of the United States and even the whole world, and they are the most anticipated by all actors who hope to make a breakthrough in acting. One of the co-directors.Their film works are unique, and the plot is never out of the ordinary, and Frances McDormand, an actress who is keen on dramatic performance, is almost the queen heroine of their films, especially she is also the wife of one of the directors.

The movie "Fargo" is an award-winning work tailor-made by the Coen Brothers for her. Coupled with her years of immersion in stage plays, the degree of completion of the role can be said to be very high.Arthur Miller is Jewish, and so are the Coen Brothers.

wrong!The Coen brothers are Jewish, but Joel Cohen's wife, Frances McDormand, is not Jewish!Margaret is a Jew, so this is a bonus, right?

Brian Lord looked at Arthur Miller hesitantly. The other party was still calm and calm, as if everything was under control. Where did he get the confidence?

"I spoke to Catherine on the phone and she agreed with me and supported my approach."

Arthur Miller inadvertently released a big thunder.

fuck!Brian Lord cursed secretly, it really is an old fox who can think of this trick, high!

Who is Katharine Hepburn?She is the emperor who has won four Oscars and was named the No.1 actress in century-old movie history!Even though she never attended the Oscars, Oscar still loves her like crazy.She came to the Oscars to present awards, and all the stars gave a standing ovation. This level of shock is not comparable to that of Hollywood superstars.

Her influence is too great, with her endorsement for Margaret, Brian Lord almost blurted out, so what else do we need?

"Of course we have to do other things, in order to ensure that this award can safely fall into Meg's hands."

Arthur Miller gave Bryan a sharp look. Until the end, no one can guarantee that the ending will follow the script they wrote, and more things are done to ensure nothing goes wrong.

Margaret almost spit out the tea in her mouth, my God, Arthur actually convinced Catherine?It's just unbelievable.Didn't she always think that actors shouldn't be displayed like commodities?Why did you suddenly change sex?And Catherine didn't tell her, because she didn't mention it at all when she visited Catherine two days ago.

Arthur Miller looked at Margaret gently, "Honey, you know that Catherine loves you, maybe she doesn't attach much importance to Oscar herself, but she hopes your film career will go smoothly. She has some words I won’t tell you, but I hope you know that Catherine’s temper is too stubborn, and she suffered a lot from it when she was young, and her relationship with the media has always been bad. Her education for you is more gentle and thoughtful. It’s her 90 years of life experience. She doesn’t want you to be like her, and the aura of Oscar will block many things for you.”

Katharine Hepburn once had an in-depth discussion on whether Margaret should make a difference in this Oscar. Both of them thought that it would be a good thing if they could get this award earlier, not just the damned discrimination against pretty girls in the academy. The problem with the actors is that both of them hope that their children will have a better life in the future.

No Hollywood actor can resist the charm of Oscars. Whether it is a commercial film star or an actor in a literary film, they all have a dream of an Oscar statuette in their hearts.How many people were obsessed with Oscar, and even committed suicide regardless of the role.Meg is still young, maybe she doesn't care too much now, but she will grow up eventually, and the longer she stays in Hollywood, the deeper her desire for Oscar will be, and the same pressure will be greater.

Instead of working tirelessly to make some films that I don't like in order to win awards in the future, I might as well take advantage of the opportunity to work hard now and clear this obstacle in advance.In this way, her future journey will be easier.

I have to say that the two elderly people who add up to almost [-] years old think a little too much.

But for Katharine Hepburn, who has lost her son and a favorite grandson, and Arthur Miller, who has also lost her proudest daughter, it is normal to worry about gains and losses.

They have all lived in Hollywood, a colorful and depraved place for too long, and they have seen things too clearly and too thoroughly. This is not a place where they can easily live.Since they have this ability, why don't they push and clear those obstacles for their children?

Catherine was ninety years old, and he himself was eighty years old. They couldn't live long, and Meg couldn't be with Meg for too long.How can they bear to watch their grown-up children fall into distress?That's why now I'm going to do my best to win this statuette for her, so that she can happily act in the movies she likes in the future without worrying about awards.

"Next, I need you to do one thing, Meg."

After the silence, Arthur Miller spoke.

"What?" Margaret was still fainting because Catherine was going to win an award for her.Didn't react at all.

Arthur's eyes were tinged with a smile, and that's all, little Meg had been happy.

"I need you to find a job for David Rosenberg's daughter."

"Who? Do I know you? I'm not yet an adult, and I don't control the company I run. Are you sure you want me to find a job for someone else?"

Margaret was a little puzzled what Arthur meant.Besides, who is David Rosenberg, never heard of this name, okay?

"The current Chairman of the Screen Actors Guild. I think you should know that many of the judges for the Screen Actors Guild Awards and the Oscars for Acting Awards overlap. If he is willing to help you get votes, this award should not be so difficult."

Arthur smiled happily, "I know you have a good relationship with Anna Wintour, so, dear, for Oscar's sake, call!"