Hollywood Secret Garden

Chapter 742 Let's Continue

"Just a month after winning Best Supporting Actress for a record third time at the Academy Awards, Ms. Angel's new movie is on the pier in Long Beach, and it seems like she's had enough rest after more than a year. , So I went back to the movie again and started the previous practice of one work per year. Will this be the end of Hollywood directors?

Well, this is a joke, no matter what, Angela has not been nominated for Best Director at this year's Oscars, so everyone can breathe a sigh of relief.Of course, I just breathed a sigh of relief, because only God knows what shocking things Angela will do again.

According to people familiar with the matter, the new movie this time is a suspenseful story about FBI agents solving a case.As we all know, Angela's works have always paid attention to details. This time, she specifically sought support from the FBI's Los Angeles branch. She not only invited active FBI agents to serve as consultants, but also interviewed many retired agents, and did a lot of preparatory work.

Frankly speaking, it is normal for Ms. Angel to focus on the theme of the investigation this time - of course, what is normal here is that she has chosen a new theme, anyway, she has only shot the same theme until now movie of.As for this work?Sorry, this isn't a prediction or something.We all know that Angela has never been polite to those who question her.When asked on the set yesterday evening why she suddenly became interested in this kind of subject matter, she once said that what subject matter she is interested in is her own business, and when inspiration suddenly comes, she will naturally want to make it, and there is no need to report to others Or ask for instructions.So let's wait and see what kind of works Miss Angel will bring us this time. " Angela flipped through the newspaper and read today's entertainment news aloud in a cadenced tone. It is undeniable that she read it very well.

It's a pity that this expression was in vain.Xia Xia and Lu Lu chatted non-stop.Natalie was cutting the bread absently, but Alizee glanced at her, but immediately lowered her head indifferently and continued to have breakfast.

"Really, you don't respect people at all." Angela pouted and put the newspaper away.

"What?" Natalie asked when she came back to her senses.

"No, it's nothing... just expressing some emotion about the newspaper's report." Angela shrugged.

"Don't you care what they say?" Natalie picked up the sliced ​​bread with her middle finger and thumb, put it in her mouth, took a small bite, and chewed slowly.This gesture made her more attractive.

Angela was a little dazed, but then she rolled her eyes covertly. Natalie really didn't listen to the report she just read.

"Of course I don't care, but it's okay to take it as a joke." Angela said with a sigh.

As she said before, the big newspapers are actually very measured. For example, the article I just read was from the "Los Angeles Times", and it basically talked about movies, and the gossip was not even mentioned.Although the tabloids made a big fuss about the photos, they also specially enlarged and published the photo of Angela's thrush for Natafi. Unfortunately, Angela posted several photos on the blog that night, including Xia Xia, Lulu, and Lindsay. photos inside, so no matter how much they swear that the two have an unusual relationship, it will not be convincing.

After breakfast, everyone started to prepare to go out, but Xia Xia and Lulu didn't plan to go to the set today.

"Lindsay said she was going to be my guide and take me around Los Angeles, so I won't go to the set today to mix in." Xia Xia said with a smile, and then squeezed her eyes deliberately, "Besides, don't you also don't want us to make trouble? ?”

Faced with this situation, Angela could only raise her hands to express her helplessness, and then thought of something to tell her: "Tell Lindsay, if she just did something against the rules while I was away, I will never go around she!"

"Okay, okay, I got it," Lulu waved her hand disapprovingly, "Really, we are not children, Anji is getting nagging more and more like an aunt, and she is really old."

What... What do you mean you are really old? !Angela's eyes twitched as she stared at the car that took the two guys away. She just celebrated her 27th birthday last month!But this kind of indignation quickly turned into depression and depression, no wonder, plus I have lived for almost 57 years in my previous life, although I have forgotten many things and are still naive in some aspects-there are many old children in the world, Adding up the age in her previous life, Angela can be called an old child-but her mentality is inevitably changing slowly, and her relationship with Xia Xia and the others is weird and extraordinary, so she cares about them in her own way and then The situation of nagging is unavoidable.

When work was over last night, Lindsay suggested to Xia Xia and Lulu to go to a nightclub to see them.But without Angela's merciless refutation, even Xia Xia's loud protest would not work.

"It's not that I haven't been to nightclubs when I was in London. My friends often hold parties there. Could something happen?!" Xia Xia said dissatisfied.

"Honey, this is America, this is Los Angeles, God knows what will happen. Also, the rule here is that you can drink alcohol at the age of 21. Although most people ignore this law, but think about it, if tomorrow's newspaper What kind of turmoil will be caused by the news that Li Deng spreads the news that the wizard lady in 'Hogwarts' got drunk at the nightclub." Although Angela used an affectionate name, the irresistibility in her tone was very obvious.

Seeing this, Lulu, who was about to say a few words to help, immediately shrank back. Lindsay, who was reprimanded, also tried her best to pretend that she had nothing to do with her. Although Xia Xia was a little unhappy, she could only accept it.

"To be honest, even I think you're taking too much control." Natalie suddenly said this to Angela when she got in the car and was about to go to the Long Beach Wharf set.

Angela didn't refute, but just shrugged: "I know, I just... don't want them to make any trouble."

Speaking of which, she purposely gave Natalie a teasing smile: "Don't you mean something else when you say that?"

Natalie glared at her, snorted softly and did not change the subject: "If it was Lindsay, it would make sense for you to have such worries, but Xia Xia would not, she is a smart girl who knows what to do. Do what you shouldn't do. Although she is heartless in front of you, it doesn't mean she will do the same in other things. "

The look of surprise flashed across Angela's face. What should I say to Natalie's keen observation?Even Lindsay's problem can be seen.But she shook her head immediately, wanting to continue changing the subject.Then I heard Natalie sigh obviously.

Natalie turned her head and looked at Angela with a complex expression mixed with thinking, helplessness and self-deprecating: "Although you are used to this, I have to admit that you have a kind... that makes people completely relaxed. charm."

Angela scratched her face and coughed lightly: "Okay, stop showing off your psychological knowledge here, I know you have done some research in this area, but don't always treat me as a research object, okay?"

Seeing that Natalie didn't speak anymore, Angela continued: "Actually, the reason I treated Xia Xia and Lulu like that was because I had unnecessary worries, but it was also for the sake of their future. You know, Xia Xia and Lu Lu are now positioned as teenage idols, and the Fans group are basically teenagers aged 16 and 7. If they do something inappropriate, the parents' saliva alone is enough for them to suffer."

Think about the controversy that Daniel caused after performing naked in "Equus". Of course, he doesn't seem to have that plan now, but if he does do it "again", he will definitely receive the same blame. After all, "Harry Porter's image is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people.

The same is true for "Hermione", so Angela rejected Xia with the question "What kind of disturbance will be caused if news such as 'Hogwarts' Miss Wizard gets drunk in a nightclub is published in tomorrow's newspaper?" summer.

"This is the helplessness of teenage idols. I have experienced this so I know it very well." Angela shrugged, and then looked at Natalie with a smile: "Speaking of it, you avoided this time very well."

"I am different from you, and there is no one like you, a great genius." Natalie said flatly, and then brought the topic back: "But they can't be teenage idols forever, if they don't want to make Changing words will definitely be regretted in the future, just like Mike - you know who I'm talking about, right?"

"Macauley King, performed in the stage play of "Annie's Diary"." Angela nodded and then sighed leisurely.

What Natalie said is exactly what Angela is worried about. Lindsay is okay, and now she has gradually focused on movies. The release of singles is now more for fun, although her talent in music It's not bad; Lulu is a bit of a low achiever. Although she has played both supporting roles and leading roles in several youth movies in recent years and released two singles, she has a lot of popularity among young people. Popularity, but it is still far from the point of single-handedly leading the way; as for Xia Xia, let alone, the "Harry Potter" series has made her but also restricted her, and she wants to transform after the completion of these seven films It will be very difficult, unless the performance is particularly brilliant, it will be difficult to erase the image of "Hermione" left to fans.

Why.These things are a headache.Angela pursed her lips and thought.In fact, Lindsay doesn't need to worry, she has already chosen the direction of development under her precepts and deeds, and she knows that she can't be compared with her.

As for Lulu, frankly speaking, if I knew Disney would be like this, Angela would definitely not recommend Lulu to sign with them. , 16-year-old young idol, and then squeeze out all the commercial value as much as possible in a few years - such as acting in TV series, acting in movies and releasing records, anyway, the shelf life of teenage idols is only a few years - as for teenagers What to do with the idols who like the new and dislike the old and have lost their commercial value is not within the scope of Disney's consideration. As long as they want to hold new idols at any time, there are many boys and girls who want to become famous.

Besides, "only those who can cheer up and find their way in this environment can achieve great things", this is what Michael Eisner, the former CEO of Disney, said. Such predatory measures similar to destroying the environment are also his customized.Fortunately, he was kicked out a few years ago, and his successor CEO Robert is adjusting his strategy, but because of huge inertia, Disney is still walking on this road.

However, don't worry too much about Lulu, don't forget that she also has a famous aunt.Since Julia married Frank, she has slowly reduced the number of film shoots, and then moved to behind the scenes to become a producer.With Frank's support, a film and television production company was established, and it was a pleasure to work with the Pixar film department.The reason why Julia allowed Lulu to sign with Disney at the beginning was probably because she wanted to hone her niece. After all, under the protection of her and Angela, Lulu's development in this circle was almost smooth.

So Xia Xia?There is no solution to this. The only way to do this is to wait until the filming of the entire "Harry Potter" series is finished, and then slowly and carefully select some characters and change them bit by bit.

Although it takes a lot of time, it is the safest method. After all, it is very difficult for an actor to meet a role that is very suitable for him, even if Angela often tailors roles for others.That is also based on very understanding and familiarity.

If some appropriate measures are taken, the transformation process can be accelerated, right?For example, there is someone familiar with her to guide her, or to start the transformation as soon as possible. I don’t know how thick the "Deathly Hallows" will be published soon. Maybe it can be filmed without being divided into two episodes?Having said that, what choice will Luke face in the end?In "The Order of the Phoenix", every time Sirius mentioned her face would be very strange, and Dumbledore trusted people who were not from the Order of the Phoenix; Unable to lose your temper and even say "don't think I don't know what you're thinking" in an unusually harsh tone!

To the average reader this is just Lux sensing that Snape wants to kill Dumbledore, but to someone else it has a different meaning.Reminiscent of Rowling's hints to her, no matter how you look at it, Lux seems to have some connection with Harry's mother. She originally thought Rowling would write it as Hermione. After all... Then again, "Half-Blood Prince" was actually cancelled. Despite the love setting between Ron and Hermione, the two are still friends, which is really strange. If I knew it was Christmas, I should have asked Rowling carefully...

After realizing that her thoughts were jumping like flying, Angela patted her head to wake herself up a little.Turning to look at Natalie, she is closing her eyes and meditating, obviously preparing for the upcoming filming.Angela frowned but didn't say much. She opened the diary in her hand and began to conceive of today's shooting.

Today's shooting is still not going well and there are almost double the number of outside reporters. Miss Angel's new movie can always attract a lot of guys who want to chase the news.But Angela was not angry or depressed because of this, she was very calm, whether it was Natalie or Will who NGed dozens of times for a scene, or those reporters who sneaked in to interview when the crew was resting, she didn't Nothing special said.

"If I were you, I would leave after taking a few photos at most. You must know that your current behavior has disturbed our work. We can definitely sue in court." A certain guy was caught by Angela while secretly taking pictures He was upright, but he still had the cheek to ask her questions, and Angela replied like this.

"Remember what I said yesterday? Take your time, there is plenty of time." Then Angela comforted Natalie again, "These scenes are indeed difficult, but they are not without benefits, as long as you can shoot them smoothly After finishing the scene here, the rest will naturally be no problem——you suggested this to me at the beginning, right?"

Natalie forced a smile, and then sighed after a while and said, "That's why you slowed down the shooting speed today, isn't it?"

"Of course, it doesn't matter if you only shoot one shot a day, the key is what you have mastered while shooting." Angela shrugged and spread her hands.

"I know, but," Natalie pursed her lips, "I'm not like you. I don't have many shots, and I'm in charge of the guide tube, and I wrote the script myself... I don't seem to be suitable for this fragile and strong The image of a strong woman..."

Angela couldn't help being a little dumbfounded. Although her role is the big boss behind the scenes, the total share of the scene is less than one-third of Natalie's. According to her own calculations, if it is edited according to the ideal effect, her shots will only account for 15/20 of the scene. [-] to [-] minutes.It is precisely because there are not many roles in the role that she will agree to act.

"Okay, Nat, why did you say such a thing in just a few days?" Angela squatted down in front of her, ignoring the surrounding eyes, grabbed Natalie's hand and looked at her gently, " The Nat I love is a calm, serious, and smart girl. She will never be discouraged by a little setback. No matter how difficult the difficulty is, she will go forward bravely and overcome it with her own intelligence Drop. As I said, we have plenty of time, so don't worry, since I let you play the leading role, I naturally have confidence in you, so you just need to be serious and do well."

Natalie looked at Angela, she opened her mouth as if she wanted to say something, to refute something, to confide in something, but in the end she didn't say anything.After lowering her head and kneading Angela's hand a few times, Natalie lifted it up again and nodded vigorously: "I will."

"That's right," Angela smiled and patted her arm and stood up, "Then let's continue!"