Matthew was not surprised that the Oscar organizing committee sent an invitation to the award presenters, in any case, Warner Bros. is one of the six major Hollywood companies, and it is not difficult to promote the actor of its first-line big production to the Oscars, and his fame and appeal are also here.

However, the award to be presented at that time was somewhat unexpected.

"Best Picture presenters. Matthew sat in Helen Herman's office, closed the invitation from the Oscar organizing committee, and said to Helen Herman, "I suspect they wrote it wrong." ”

Helen Herman looked up from behind the computer screen, "With your current coffee position, it's no problem to be the presenter of the Best Picture awards." ”

Matthew was just a little strange, "Didn't the old man of the academy always dislike me, thinking that I was unenterprising, mediocre and depraved?"

"They don't like Tom Cruise either. Helen Herman said slowly, "In previous years, he was not invited to be the guest of honor for Best Film. ”

She put down her work for the time being, "Not to mention the operation behind Warner Bros., the academy is not as stubborn as you think, they can not like a person, but they will not get along with money." ”

Hearing this, Matthew nodded slightly, business society, business interests are the truth.

Helen Herman continued, "The choice of Oscars is becoming more and more niche, and the ratings have declined significantly in the past two years, and the main reason why the Academy invited you to be the guest presenter for Best Picture is that you are very popular and can bring attention and ratings to the Oscars. ”

There was a little disdain in her voice, "They are pretentious and look down on pure business stars, but they always bow their heads in front of commercial interests." ”

Matthew couldn't help but laugh, "Helen, your words hit the nail on the head. ”

Helen Herman lifted her glasses, "To put it bluntly, this kind of thing is all about each other, and there is no one who is nobler than whom." She paused, then added, "Of course, there may be other factors in it. ”

"Could it be related to my conflict with Spike Lee?" Matthew had a guess in his mind.

"Probably, Spike Lee's "The Insider" and Will Smith's "When Happiness Knocks" didn't get a single Oscar nomination, and you can see a thing or two from it. Helen Herman said as she thought, "There are many leftists in Hollywood, some are real leftists, some are ...... like me"

She didn't hide it at all, "There should be a lot of people like me who disguise themselves as leftists in line with the social situation and trends, and these people are probably disgusted with Spike Lee, the fighter for democracy and freedom, and they should be happy if you finish him up." ”

Matthew nodded and then said, "Helen, I'm a real leftist! I love working with Latinas and Chinese." ”

Hearing these words, Helen Herman remembered the planned "Fast and Furious" series, and said, "The Israeli actress recommended by Aziwa Gosman, I have been in contact with her, she has been a model and a soldier, she is familiar with firearms and military combat, and her appearance is also very good, so she is a suitable person." ”

"You signed a brokerage contract with her?" asked Matthew.

"Still talking. Helen Herman said directly, "There should be no problem. ”

Matthew nodded lightly, the main actors of the "Fast and Furious" series, in addition to the main roles of the previous trilogy, the actors of other roles will basically use the actors of the angel agency, and the angel agency will provide most of the employees for the crew, which can be regarded as an incomplete packaging service.

In the case of mutual help and mutual benefit, as long as it is not too difficult, Matthew will help Helen Herman appropriately.

"That's right, Matthew. Helen Herman instead asked, "Don't Latino actors think about Michelle Rodriguez?"

Matthew shook his head directly, "Since Dominic Toretto is finished, his girlfriend doesn't have to think about it anymore, let's just replace him." ”

Frankly, apart from Paul Walker and Jordana Brewster, he didn't think about other roles, and the character played by the actor named Tyrese Gibson in the second part was also decided to continue using it at the suggestion of Paul Walker.

Anyway, there must be a black character, continue to let Tyrese Gibson gag, and one more old role in the past can also hook the feelings of existing fans.

As for the Chinese actors......

Matthew asked Helen Herman directly, "Have you found the right person for the Chinese actor I asked you to watch?"

Helen Herman shook her head, "No. She explained simply, "The number of famous Chinese male stars in the circle is limited, and Xiang Jack Chen and Jett Lee and others are definitely not suitable, their salaries are too high, and the newcomers are ......."

She shook her head again, "I deliberately asked the company to collect relevant information, but I haven't found a suitable candidate for the time being." ”

"It's really a problem. Matthew is also well aware that in a place like Hollywood, it is not easy to find a suitable Chinese actor.

Helen Herman suddenly proposed, "Why don't you change the character setting? Replace the Chinese character with a woman? Ivy Nivo's girlfriend should not ask for a high price, and it is said that it is very appealing in the East." ”

Matthew immediately vetoed, "It's not a good idea." Female characters can only be embellishments, and I want a tough guy male character. ”

This is also for the future to enter the market on the other side of the horizon, like this typical popcorn commercial movie, the male character and the female character represent absolutely different meanings, the latter is more of an ornamental vase, the former can bring greater influence.

If you want to impress the audience over there, rather than being ostracized and considered insincere enough to fool people, a male Chinese character is more suitable.

"I understand. Helen Herman nodded slightly, "I'll let people keep looking." ”

Matthew thought for a moment and said, "If it really doesn't work, let someone go to the other side of the Pacific and invite a suitable actor from there." ”

Helen Herman agreed, "Yes, I can't find a target after a while, I'll go and run it myself, and Angel Brokerage has business dealings with two companies over there." ”

Helen Herman is here in this matter, and Matthew is more assured, it is not difficult to find a suitable actor from there, and traffic stars such as Xiao Xianrou should not have appeared in a large area, and there is no need to worry about getting a "girl" back.

He looked at the time, stood up and prepared to leave, "Nothing else, right? I asked Anna to see the dress, it's time to go." ”

Helen Herman knew who Matthew was talking about, and did not express an opinion, and added, "One more thing, yesterday "The Three Hundred Warriors of Sparta" was dropped from the last hundred and twenty theaters, ending its screening in North America. ”

Matthew immediately asked, "What's the final box office?"

For movie stars of this era, the box office is the last word.

"$356.68 million. Helen Herman said directly, "After "Pirates of the Caribbean 2: Coffin", it was the second-highest grossing film in North America in 2006. ”

Matthew didn't hide his mood and smiled happily, "The films I participated in ranked in the top two of the annual box office list. He looked at Helen Herman, "Don't lower the stakes in negotiations with Warner Bros. ”

Helen Herman said lightly, "$35 million, that's the bottom line! Otherwise, use the method of $20 million in the early stage plus a later share." ”

"I'm going to an appointment, goodbye. ”

With that, Matthew left the angel agency and drove north of Burbank, picked up Alexandra D'Addario from his previous residence, and rushed to Armani's store on Rodeo Drive to pick out the right evening dress for Alexandra D'Addario to attend the Oscars.

Before going to New York, he greeted Armani, who has prepared a lot of fashion and accessories for the latest season, many of which can be selected by Alexandra Daddario, and Armani will only charge a nominal cost rent.

Matthew waited in the VIP room of Armani's storefront, waiting for Alexandra D'Addario to come out of the locker room, and Armani's head on the side, Donadoni, was always by his side.

"Miss Daddario has a great figure and can perfectly hold up that twill evening dress. "This is Armani's latest dress, and not only is it not on the market, but it has not appeared at any fashion show for the time being. ”

"You're bothered. Matthew said with a smile to Donadony.

Donadoni also smiled and said, "You're so polite, Matthew. Also, the accessories are also unique in design......"

The door to the locker room opened and the costumer stepped out first, followed by Alexandra D'Addario.

She wore a short black and white close-fitting gown, the hem of the skirt fell just below the knee, the asymmetrical design on both sides looked very individual, and the upper neckline was a more traditional deep V, highlighting Alexandra D'Addario's proudest talents.

In addition, the earrings, rings and necklaces are a complete design, made of white gold and sapphires, and her ice blue eyes are even more stunning against the backdrop of sapphires.

Alexandra D'Addario came up to Matthew and asked, "How's it going?"

Matthew nodded, "Perfect! The clothes are beautiful, and the people are even more beautiful!"

Alexandra Daddario smiled and went back to the dressing mirror.

Matthew could tell that she was happy with the dress and said to Donadoni, "That's all." ”

As if hearing Matthew's words, Alexandra Daddario turned her head and said, "My card is in my handbag, can I swipe my card for rent?"

Matthew could probably guess Alexandra D'Addario's thoughts, and he didn't force it, and nodded to Donadoni, who immediately said, "Of course you can." ”

Ordering the rental dresses, shoes and jewelry, Alexandra Daddario asked Matthew to send her to a ladies club to do a beauty treatment with Amanda.

Unlike people like Matthew, women do more to prepare for the red carpet.