Talk shows are only a tiny part of Angela's schedule, and she only attends such announcements when she has to, such as this time to promote "The Lord of the Rings" and explain the topic while revealing the release date of the next album. Once the purpose is achieved, invitations to programs of the same type are basically rejected.
For example, when Angela was participating in the ABC talk show, Oprah happened to go back to the head office in Chicago to deal with matters. After learning about this situation, she immediately called Sparrow again to hope that Miss Genius could be on her show, but was rejected again. .
The talk show queen was very depressed about this, and after reprimanding the personnel in the relevant departments, she also made up her mind that Miss Genius' repeated rejection would be too big of a deal. Since this is the case, don't invite again in the future.
Angela, who had no idea that her unintentional actions had offended others, was busy asking about the film department. Now in addition to recording albums, the main energy is on this.
As the summer vacation is approaching, large and small film companies will begin to compete for schedules again, and the highlight of the Pixar film department is naturally the star-studded "X-Men". Well, neither Halle Berry nor Hugh Jackman are very popular, but Mina Suvari in "The Little Naughty" and Charlize Theron in "Phoenix" are a little more famous. bigger. However, Angela, who watched the stunt part, believed that after the movie was released, their worth would definitely rise because of it. Although she can't attend the premiere due to time constraints, she will definitely make time to go to the cinema to watch it in its entirety, because it is very interesting.
After working on Memento, there were few connections with Charlize, and even less Jackman - it is said that Angela surprised the old Australian man a little when he cast him as Wolverine this time. It's a pity not to be able to meet and talk with them, and Angela also wants to know how far the relationship between Mina and Sara is now.
It's the same pity for Jordana Brewster, who had a heavy-handed supporting role in "The Fast and the Furious," which is scheduled to hit theaters at the end of the summer. Although Angela kept in touch with her after "Stealing, Kidnapping and Cheating", like Mina, she only heard her voice and didn't see anyone.
Well, regret it, regret it, and wait for two consecutive years to find old friends next to each other after graduation. Angela planned so. However, she still maintains such a situation of running around, and graduation may become a cloud.
The movies that are released are not the point, the point is the movies that are going to be made, such as "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone", the latter two of "The Matrix" and the "Pirates of the Caribbean" trilogy. .
Bruce, who was in charge of the overall operation of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" in London, immediately began to find a way to lobby the House of Commons after receiving the call from Angela. MPs from all parties had some excuses, but when Bruce announced that it was necessary to consider returning to the United States because of the restrictions on the filming of the British "Child Labour Act", the MPs, whether the Conservative Party or the Labour Party, were united. The new Child Labour Act was passed in a matter of days.
"Should I congratulate you or envy you?" Angela said teasingly to Rowling on the phone, "The members of the House of Commons are all your fans, Joe, the one from Downing Street should be very envious of this efficiency. "
"You mean I can run for prime minister?" Rowling on the other end asked jokingly.
"If you want to go, I will definitely vote at that time." Angela said firmly.
All went well, and this is how the Harry Potter crew is currently portraying.
The interesting thing is that the role of Ron still falls on Rupert's head. He boldly played a funny version of "Hamlet" in the video he sent, and the classic line "survival or destruction" was read strangely by him. endlessly. But it was this boldness that caught the eye of director Columbus, who finally landed the role after seven or eight auditions. He is the only non-default member of the three main characters.
Equally lucky was Tom Felton, who was picked by Columbus to play Draco Malfoy when he ran to audition for Harry. Other characters like Percy, Neville, Twins, Goyle, Crabbe, etc., are completely different. That's fine, it'll be as fun as the X-Men for Angela.
The first part of "Pirates of the Caribbean" is well-prepared. Jerry Bruckheimer had already agreed to be the producer, and had exchanged opinions with Angela several times on the phone early, but the dispute between the two was extremely fierce.
There is no reason for him, the right of the studio. For Bruckheimer, since he is the producer of the film, he must have an important say in casting and other matters in a responsible attitude. But Angela will definitely not let go of these rights, so it is inevitable that two people will have conflicts and conflicts.
Of course, all conflicts have a solution in the end, and this time the two took a step back. After seeing the list of directors and actors recommended by Angela, Bruckheimer basically agreed with Kayla except for one who had reservations; Angela completely handed over the rights to the filming location and the operation of funds. Give it to him, and he won't anyway.
This time at the meeting of the film department, Angela and Bruckheimer officially met. Although I have seen each other several times at various parties before, they are all far away without even saying hello.
As soon as we met the other party, he said a compliment: "Sure enough, Miss Angela, your vision is very good."
Angela knew why he said that, and the cast, whether Geoffrey Rush or Orlando Bloom, basically agreed. Only Johnny Depp rejected the script on the grounds that the script was too absurd and did not give Miss Genius face at all. Angela wasn't angry either, so she directly asked people to draw a few pictures that had been drawn long ago with pigtails, a mustache, smoky eye makeup, and vegetable leaves on her teeth. The portrait of Captain Jack Sparrow was handed over to him; at the same time, there was also a note with a character analysis of Captain Sparrow.
After only two days, Depp's agent called to say that Johnny had agreed to the role, so Bruckheimer had the previous compliment.
"Mr. Jerry is also excellent. In fact, we have cooperated once earlier." Angela smiled and said with the same compliment, "Mr. Jerry also did not object to my recommendation, did he?"
Bruckheimer thought for a while and then revealed a sudden realization: "Yes, I am the producer of "Brave Island", I still remember that Hans Zimmer called me and asked for a two-day delay to submit the last two soundtracks, Because he's going to make changes based on Miss Talent's score. You have to admit, whether Sean or Ed or Nicholas does fit the character in the script."
"Then the last problem with the Pirates of the Caribbean character can be solved, right?" Angela followed.
"You really take chances, Miss Angela." Bruckheimer laughed.
"Well, I've had several exchanges with Director Verbinski about this, and he thinks that Miss Keira Knightley's image and temperament are in line with the script's character. There's just one thing we agree on, each other. A little younger, maybe a year older would be better."
"Age is not a problem, is it?" Angela replied calmly, "What you are worried about is her acting skills. This problem should be seen as long as she participates in the audition, isn't it?"
Bruckheimer thought for a few seconds and nodded: "Obviously, your past record makes this statement convincing enough, so I will no longer insist on my opinion."
"Thank you, I believe that this movie will be worthy of your title as a gold medal producer," Angela stretched out her hand with a smile. "Let those guys who are waiting to see the joke not laugh."
I say this because Hollywood studios have been talking about pirates since Cutthroat Island failed miserably. Many people think that pirate films have completely declined just like Western films. Disney will be willing to invest this time. Apart from looking at Angela's record, it is also one of the reasons why only half of the risk is less.
"I agree with that." Bruckheimer smiled and shook his head. He was originally a lover of pirate films, otherwise how could he have agreed to be a producer so easily, and how could he have given in so easily.
After the meeting, Angela basically just listened to it, and she said what she had to say, and they had to worry about the rest. Of course, she wasn't entirely just a spectator, and she also made some ridiculous suggestions during the period.
"We can recruit some people who are naturally weird-looking to act as makeshift pirates," she said, "such as crooked mouths and slanted eyes such as missing teeth and ears, and it would be better if they had hooks on their hands. The style at that time can save a lot of cost and time for makeup, and it can also solve many people's life problems, why not do it?"
And the people in the room could only shake their heads to express their helplessness towards Angela's whimsical thoughts.
These are actually just the preliminary work for "Pirates of the Caribbean". Next, we will have to set up a set in the studio or go to the Caribbean to select the location for the location. We will also find a way to rent or borrow three 18th-century sailing ships to act as the Black Pearl, Interceptor and Intrepid, if they can't be rented, they will have to pay to rebuild. If the main actors are completely fixed, they will also be arranged to participate in swordsmanship training, stunt training, etc.
Angela didn't need to participate in these jobs, and became the dump boss again after solving a series of problems she insisted on. There are plenty of excuses, and there are other movies that have to be part of it, like The Matrix.
Although The Matrix is
After the success of the first film, the latter two were put on the agenda. Director Ridley went to direct "Gladiator" after the break, which was signed with Universal.
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After the first film was released, Angela also asked the film department to immediately sign Ridley's contract for the remaining two films, and he also reached a consensus on increasing the rights in the director's hands. And "Gladiator" was released a month ago and was well received. Ridley should rest enough, so it is natural for the latter two to start preparations.
A sequel movie doesn't mean that there is nothing to do with the preparations. New actors, new props, and new scenes are all discussed. There are even some issues that have caused quite a bit of controversy, such as the scene on the highway.
"Let's just build a section of the highway for filming." Angela suggested at the meeting, "This is more convenient for the director to schedule, and the cost is not much higher than asking the government to close the road, and there is no need to consider the travel time."
Although Ridley agreed with the proposal - efficiency is the most important thing for the director - it was voted through after a long discussion.
"It's really hard work," Ridley said to Angela in private, half-jokingly, "it's just discussions all day plus casting, sets, etc., at least three or four months. Turn it on."
"Isn't this just right, have you been complaining that I kidnapped the heroine?" Angela responded with a smile, "Three or four months later, my new movie will be completed, and Kate can continue to come back to shoot. now, isn't it?"
"How can there be a producer like you, ask me when I think of it, and run away without a trace when I encounter something that I'm not interested in." The old man couldn't help but complain a little.
"You can totally think of me as a screenwriter with huge power." Angela said jokingly.
"Yeah, you're already the most powerful screenwriter in Hollywood." Ridley shrugged mockingly.
"Speaking of which, Rayleigh, although I promised to increase your rights, if you are not satisfied during the test screening, I will ask for a re-editing." Angela reminded at this time.
"If you don't trust me, then don't make me responsible!" Ridley frowned, but he immediately realized that his words were a bit heavy, so he added: "We have discussed a lot about the plot, the technique, and the characters. Now, you have drawn so many setting pictures yourself, are you still worried about it?"
"Hey, don't react so much? I just hope you can do it better." Angela looked innocent.
The old man laughed and shook his head, then squinted his eyes and looked at Angela after thinking of something: "Angie, have you ever considered... a cameo role in the next two "The Matrix"?"
"Cameo?" Angela blinked in surprise, then laughed, "You plan to make me a living prop in a movie like Hitchcock? Well, is it a rush of pedestrians in the virtual world or a tin? Ann's survivor?"
"No, it's not at all. When you say cameos are not very rigorous, I mean to play a supporting role?" Ridley explained, "Playing a supporting role in the next two "Matrix".
"Really? But I can't think of another role for me, Rayleigh. Don't tell me it's a French wife, Monica Bellucci has officially agreed. Don't tell me it's Jada Ping. The character of K. Smith... let's not say anything else, you have to know that McKinley is under Will Smith's stalker, and he convinces him on the condition that he promises to show his face in the movie. wife."
"How about the prophet's guardian angel?" Ridley blinked.
"Guardian angel?" Angela raised her eyebrows, "I think I wrote this role very clearly in the script, and I have already agreed to let an oriental person play this role."
"That's exactly what I'm talking about, I've seen you in wigs and contact lenses, maybe with a little work on your outfit and sunglasses," Ridley laughed. "Try it out. How about it?"
Angela immediately rolled her eyes: "Don't be kidding, Rayleigh, you made me and Keanu fight back and forth?"
"Is there a problem? Tiger once said that you are definitely a little bit taller than Keanu, who is a half-way monk," Ridley lobbied hard, "Think about it, your fans see you on the screen. It will be amazing how fierce Chinese kung fu, fighting on a par with the savior will be."
"No no no, Rayleigh, this was originally a male character, if it were changed to a female... it would be too strange," Angela's head shook like a rattle, "How could you come up with such an idea?"
"What's so strange?" Ridley spread his hands in confusion. "The gender change of a character because of necessity often happens in Hollywood, whether it's a supporting role or a protagonist."
"But... but..." Angela said two buts with a strange expression.
"Don't forget, you are the screenwriter, you are the producer, and you are the boss." The old man looked at her with interest.
"Hey... I have no acting experience."
"If you can star in "The Lord of the Rings", why can't you star in "The Matrix"?"
"I don't have time, and I have a new movie to direct, and then the Lord of the Rings show isn't over yet. And I've promised Lucas to take a role in the next Star Wars prequel - albeit verbally. ."
"I've read the script, and the role of the guardian angel can be further compressed. If you're in good shape, you can finish it in just a week. Since the two movies are being shot at the same time, you can shoot after you have time."
Angela stared at the old man Ridley, and then spoke again after a long while: "It seems that you won't give up until you reach your goal."
"No, no, I just sent an invitation very sincerely." The other party replied with a smile.
"I can't give you a definite answer, Rayleigh," Angela finally sighed. "You know I'm recording a new album, and I'm going to the East Coast to direct a new movie, and there's never enough time."
"Let's do it," Ridley thought for a moment, "we'll do it both ways, while looking for a suitable Chinese actor while you take the time to try out the film - even if you follow you to the East Coast - it doesn't matter - wait for the result to come out and then make your decision. How about it?"
Angela, holding her arms, looked at Ridley carefully for a long time, and then said her answer: "Then... that's it."