The news of Miss Talent's defeat again became the headlines of various media and entertainment pages the next day, whether it was Steven Soderbergh, who won the best director, or the best actor because two films were nominated for the best actor at the same time. Russell Crowe, on the throne, was all pushed to the back. But what made the editors depressed was that because Angela didn't participate in the Oscars that day, they couldn't find a suitable picture match. It would be great if it could be matched with a photo of Miss Genius with a gloomy look or a reluctant smile.
It is customary for the media to hold injustice for those who are frustrated at this time of year, but just as Angela occupies the headlines of all the media, almost everyone feels sorry for her.
"Compared to the previous two works, Angela finally showed the delicate feeling that a female director should have in "A Beautiful Mind", and it is this softness and delicacy that makes this work take a leap on a level. Frankly speaking , she should get a golden statuette, but she's still a little younger." - The Hollywood Reporter
"It's such a pity, I really hope that the rejuvenation of the film school is not just talking about it." - "USA Today"
Some of the most vehement critics were liberal female critics.
"I don't see any reason for Angela not to win, and aside from her three consecutive Best Director nominations and her previous accomplishments, the inspiring power she's shown through A Beautiful Mind is enough to give A perfect score, not just Best Picture. Obviously, the film academy judges are again being swayed by other factors, and hopefully no one doubts the integrity of the Oscars.” —Katherine Garner, Los Angeles Times
Angela, however, was noncommittal, writing on her blog updated the next day: "I'm delighted that 'A Beautiful Mind' won Best Film, I'm glad I won Best Adapted Screenplay, and congratulations to Russell and Kate They won the Best Actor and Best Supporting Actress respectively. As for Best Director, frankly speaking, it is a pity that it is for sure, but everything has been settled, no matter what you say, it will not help, so I still focus on the new movie. It’s better to shoot above. To those friends who supported me and comforted me, thank you, I will continue to work hard.”
"A Beautiful Mind" won a total of four awards, in addition to two acting awards are best adapted screenplay and best film. He has won three golden statuettes for the same film company for three consecutive years, and even movies like "The Pianist" have not lost money, which is second to none in Hollywood. The seven major film companies are all jealous of this. Even though they knew that Angela almost only made movies for Pixar, they still tried every means to express the hope that Miss Genius could direct movies for them.
Among them, Disney, Fox, Warner, and Universal, who have a good relationship with her, are the most active, and they have offered all conditions, such as having the right to speak out on the set, or using which actor they want to use, or even giving as much money as they want. how much money.
Although maintaining friendly relations with major companies is necessary in Angela's plan - this ensures that they are on their side when needed. For example, it has a joint venture with Disney to film "Pirates of the Caribbean" and is preparing to cooperate with Warner on the "Bourne Bourne" trilogy. It's a pity that she declined these invitations temporarily. First, the movie she was going to direct had already been arranged, and secondly, she was really in no mood to think about other things until something was resolved.
She called Kate immediately after the awards ceremony, but no one answered. It was finally connected after a long time, but Kate's drunken voice came from there. Although she hung up without saying a word, the originally suppressed wave in Angela's heart rose again. When she heard Kate's acceptance speech, especially after she put herself at the end to say "thank you" from the bottom of her heart, Angela suddenly felt dizzy.
If Lily hadn't hugged her in time, God knows what outrageous things she would have done.
Angela had never hated her cowardice so much that she almost had to cover her mouth not to whimper as she listened to Kate muttering "I love you, Angie, you know what" on the phone.
Something must be done, no matter what is better than nothing. That's what she said to herself as she put down the phone.
Ironically, when she found time to call Kate the next day, she couldn't say anything but congratulations. Especially after Natalie returned to the dormitory, she quickly turned off the phone.
Not only that, whenever she thinks well in private, she even outlines each step in detail. But once he faced Natalie or called Kate and Jessica, he couldn't say anything, and even started to talk about him when it was slightly involved, and finally changed the subject. end.
"You idiot! Idiot! What the hell are you thinking! Show up some courage, please!" Angela roared with her head against the mirror more than once. She didn't understand why she could move forward towards her goal without hesitation in her career, but she was so timid and cowardly emotionally? Just because one can see the future is basically in its own hands, while the other has a vague idea of what will happen after the change
what's wrong with me? When she was leaning on the bed in the dormitory alone and staring at the wall in a daze, she often asked herself this. She felt as if she were... two completely different people in these two things!
"You're back, Nat?" Angela stuck her head out of the back room.
"Yes, you are..." Natalie was stunned when she saw the messy living room after closing the door.
"I told you a few days ago, remember?" Angela asked while packing up.
"Said? What is it?" Natalie raised her eyebrows, and she shrugged again after she showed a somewhat hurt and stunned look: "I didn't forget, you are going to New York to participate in..." Legally Blonde " Premiere."
"And then I have to go to New Zealand to participate in the week-long post-production of "The Lord of the Rings", and then go back to Los Angeles for the premiere of "Beautiful Girls Are Big Stars", and then go back to Boston." Angela took the conversation and continued, with her hands in her hands. But it never stopped. Disappointment filled Natalie's heart after seeing Natalie make a "hmm" and then sit in a chair and open her laptop to go about her own business.
"I'm probably away for a week or two - after the premiere in Los Angeles, and I have other things to do. So take care of yourself during this time, and call Annie if you need help with anything," Angela said a little naggingly, "Don't go to bed too late, it's not a big problem to eat some fatty food occasionally, just remember to exercise regularly. If you can't solve your homework today, you can do it tomorrow. As long as you hand in your homework on time, the professor won't say anything. of… "
After chatting a lot and putting all the things that should be packed into Li Zhong, Angela finally couldn't help straightening her body and gritted her teeth half resentfully and shouted: "Nat!"
"What's wrong?" Natalie raised her head, the blankness in her eyes didn't seem to be pretending.
Angela bit her lip and looked at Natalie. After a long while, she turned around and took a deep breath. She folded her arms and raised her head. She didn't know where to put her out of focus eyes. A rustling sound rang out, and Natalie stretched out her arms from behind to wrap her arms around Angela's waist.
"You know, you were just nagging like an old woman," she whispered from behind.
Angela twitched the corners of her mouth, and her heart was filled with ripples, followed by holding Natalie's hands: "I just care about you, I admit that I am not as good as you in my studies, but you are definitely not as good as you when it comes to arranging time reasonably. I."
The warm body behind her trembled slightly, and Natalie's smiling voice immediately rang out: "Of course, I'm not a working machine, and I don't have the time to scramble for time."
"Can I take this as a compliment?"
"Actually, I'd rather you think it's sarcasm."
The two of them just started talking like you said each other, with a few low laughs from time to time, and the dignified feeling that had been surrounding the room during this period of time dissipated as if the rain had passed over the sky.
"I kept thinking at the time, if he dares to pester me again, I will knock him over and throw him on the ground, I don't care what the occasion is." Angela giggled and sat on the sofa with Natalie in her arms, rubbing her ears. kissed her pink neck and ear beads.
"But then that guy came over, and you didn't throw him out, didn't you?" Natalie asked with a smile, also responding with her lips on Angela's gooseneck.
"At least he didn't act rashly, otherwise I'll keep my word, it's not the first time I've met such a fool at a sisterhood party." Angela said, and her hand began to move upwards.
Natalie let out a soft exclamation immediately, her slightly narrowed eyes suddenly widened, and at the same time she regained some sense of lucidity.
"Angie, wait." She grabbed Angela's hand and wanted to stop the other party's movements. But Angela didn't say anything. Not only did she not stop, she kneaded more and more skillfully.
Under her peach teasing, Natalie's body was already soft, and finally she had to raise her voice: "Angie!"
"What's wrong?" Angela finally stopped, but her face was slightly red and she looked a little confused.
"You have to leave, don't forget," Natalie stared at Angela, panting slightly, "you're going to New York, and tomorrow... you're going to the premiere of Jesse's movie."
As if a bucket of cold water was poured from her head, Angela shuddered. Although she was stunned for a few seconds, she quickly controlled her emotions, sat up and waved her hand: "Well... Indeed... Yes, I should go."
She quickly stood up, put the luggage on her back, and tidied up her clothes a little. She froze for a while and then smiled at Natalie: "Then, I'm leaving."
Following Angela's body, he hesitated and kissed Natalie's cheek, then took a deep breath and quickly walked out the door. Until the door of the dormitory slammed, Natalie, who had not spoken, buried her head between her arms and sighed deeply.
I beg you, be brave, Angie, take 1% of your courage in the movie! Angela, who was also buried in her arms in the car, cried out in her heart.
There have been no other scandals and gossips in the recent period, and Oscar's influence has faded due to time, so the car quickly returned to the villa, but today there are a few uninvited guests in the villa besides Annie and the others.
"Jack? You didn't stay in New York, why did you come to Boston? Do you think the job of babysitting is not done properly?" Angela looked at the agent who appeared in front of her with some surprise.
"Of course not, I'm only half-time nanny, so the requirements should be reduced by at least half." Sparrow said humorously, followed by a dry cough and looked at the sofa in the living room: "In fact, today I made a special trip to take these two come here."
Angela followed his gaze and saw a man and a woman sitting on the sofa. The man was about thirty to forty years old, with a slightly bald forehead, a strong-looking body, and large and piercing eyes. The woman is about twenty-five years old. She has short golden-brown hair and ears that make her look very capable. She wears a women's suit and sits upright. .
When the two saw Angela looking over, they both stood up and nodded politely, then took out their documents from their jacket pockets: "Hello, Miss Angela, we are federal agents."
"F... BI?!" Angela looked at the letters on the document in surprise, and then twitched the corners of her mouth: "Okay, nice to meet you, but... shouldn't tax evasion be managed by the tax bureau?"
However, neither of the two people in front of her smiled, especially the female detective had a straight face, as if she was born without expression, but there was an occasional hint of arrogance in her eyes, which made her look cool.
"It's usually like this. If they ask us for help, it's another matter." After a few seconds of silence, the male detective said this with a stern face.
"Thank you for your explanation, please sit down." Angela made a please gesture after scolding the guy who didn't understand humor.
After the four people sat down separately, Angela spoke again: "Then, may I ask the two detectives what is the matter?"
A man and a woman looked at each other, and the male detective still spoke: "First of all, please allow me to introduce myself, I am Agent Warren Innes, and this is Agent Mayville von Neurich. …”
"Feng?" Angela raised her eyebrows involuntarily.
"Is there a problem, Miss Mason?" Mayville von Neurichillo raised his chin slightly. Her voice is very nice, and people can't hear her accent, and the whole person is quite heroic and has a different kind of charm.
"It's nothing, I'm just a little surprised to hear the surname Feng here, forgive me, are you of German descent?" Angela smiled politely and shook hands with Warren before reaching out to Mavis.
"Yes, but this surname is not a great thing." Mavis said lightly.
Even so, Angela frowned slightly, but not because of the tone of disdain, but because the other party actually used a little force when shaking hands. Not painful, but... weird.
Of course, Angela didn't reveal anything because of this, and turned to Warren for the first time: "Then..."
"We're here to protect you, Miss Mason," Warren said directly.
"Protect...Protect?!" Angela opened her mouth wide in surprise, and then twitched the corners of her mouth after a while: "Sorry, I thought our country was safe."
"There are loopholes in the safest places," Warren said, ignoring her one-liners. "We got word that terrorists have a 'cultural sabotage plan' and are planning to kidnap a number of well-known cultural celebrities. You're on the list. ."
"Fear... Terrorists?!" Angela opened her mouth wide and didn't respond for a few seconds, "Sorry, this... Even if you kidnap... it should kidnap someone like Tom Hanks or Russell Crowe... "
"They're all on the list, Miss Mason," Warren interrupted calmly. "I know it's hard to take, but it's what it is."
After a pause, he continued: "From now on, Detective Mavis and I will provide you with personal protection. Please notify us before attending large-scale events, so that we can send additional personnel..."
"Wait, you mean that wherever I go, at least the two of you will be with me?" Angela couldn't help raising her hand.
"Yes." Warren nodded, "Mavis will live in the same room as you when necessary."
"God!" Angela rolled her eyes, "but I have bodyguards."
The two federal agents with a straight face from start to finish didn't say a word, as if they didn't hear the words.
Angela had to roll her eyes again. After making a few gestures, she felt that it was difficult to express her meaning, so she raised her hands: "Sorry, can you wait a moment?"
As she said that, she stood up and turned her head to Sparrow, and the two left the living room one after the other.
Even though the room was empty, the two federal agents remained expressionless. After tasting the coffee silently for a long time, Meiweisi opened angrily and said: "I can't believe that they let us come here with a piece of information that is not 100% certain. I don't work hard to be a celebrity. babysitter!"
"First, this piece of information was indeed stolen from the other party; second, no piece of information can be said to be 100% correct until the dust settles." Warren sighed as he looked at Maeves, who was indignant: "I know you're not happy, Mess, and so am I. But since the above has given us the task, we have to carry it out. If you keep complaining like this, I can only..."
"Okay, Warren, I won't cause trouble." Mavis raised her hands immediately.
"I hope so." Warren shook his head and paused before saying, "Although we don't know what Miss Mason is like, in comparison, she's still worthy of our protection, isn't it?"
"Just a little bit." Mavis replied after a while.