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Matthew received a call from Harvey Weinstein during the filming of Nine Pirates, and Harvey Weinstein bluntly said that he wanted to meet him, but Matthew had previously received a call from David Ellison, who politely declined Harvey Weinstein's invitation on the grounds that "Pirates of the Caribbean" was busy filming.

David Ellison made it clear on the phone that Harvey Weinstein wanted to take the distribution rights to "Spartan 300 Warriors" because of "Sin City".

Although Weinstein Pictures has just been founded, no one doubts Harvey Weinstein's ability, and Weinstein Pictures certainly has the ability to distribute a film on a large scale.

But if you had to choose between Warner Bros. and Weinstein Pictures, I'm afraid most people would choose Warner Bros.

Matthew didn't meet with Harvey Weinstein in order to avoid contradictions, he heard from the bearded Jack about David Ellison's meeting with Harvey Weinstein, David Ellison can certainly do this, he also has the ability to do so.

But he is different, he is an actor after all, and if he can avoid conflicts with the bigwigs in the circle, he must avoid them as much as possible, and it is not a wise choice to contradict Harvey Weinstein.

Besides, he is indeed very busy, and the crew of "Pirates of the Caribbean" is working overtime to shoot.

"You're doing the right thing. ”

In the studio, while Matthew was taking a break from filming, Helen Herman approached him and said, "We can't just give Harvey Weinstein the distribution rights just because he wants to get them." Harvey Weinstein is very powerful and has a huge influence in the circle, which can both show his attitude and avoid the possibility of conflict. ”

Matthew nodded, "I can't think of a better way." ”

If he is a superstar, he can directly reject Harvey Weinstein in person, even if Harvey Weinstein wants to do something, the appeal and commercial value of the superstar itself are enough to compete with him.

But at this stage, in the face of such a big man in the circle, it is best to be cautious.

"Did he have a big influence on the commercial film industry?" asked Matthew.

"It's not as big as the independent film industry. Helen Herman obviously has a special knowledge of this aspect, "but he also has a certain amount of influence, he has friends with many producers, and it is an exaggeration to say that a phone call can determine the hero and heroine of a certain project, but it is not too difficult to affect the choices and perceptions of some producers." ”

She reminded Matthew, "Harvey Weinstein has been in Hollywood for more than two decades, and has been a core member of the producers' league since the mid-to-late nineties, don't underestimate his strength." ”

Matthew is well aware that networking is also part of strength.

Helen Herman continued, "As far as I know, Weinstein Pictures has no production plans this year, and Harvey Weinstein's energy is mainly focused on finding films for distribution, and he has a lot of time, and with the success of Sin City, I don't think he will give up easily. ”

"Rest assured. Matthew picked up the cup and took a sip and said, "My schedule has been full for two months of shooting, and I don't have time. ”

"You have to pay attention. Helen Herman still reminded, "The Hollywood circle is so big, if you do run into him, try not to get into a conflict and put all the problems on David Ellison's head." ”

Matthew nodded cautiously, "I know what to do." ”

Helen Herman is still a little worried, "Harvey Weinstein is used to bullying, especially when facing actors. ”

Matthew frowned slightly, "Just because he fell in love with "The Three Hundred Warriors of Sparta", we have to back down without limits?"

Helen Herman was also a little helpless, "He is the type of boss in the circle who is particularly domineering, he takes a fancy to you, that is to give you a chance, that's the reason." ”

Matthew spread his hands, "Well, hopefully I don't have that chance." ”

Johnny Depp walked over at this point, and Helen Herman ended the conversation and said, "I'm going to talk to Jerry Bruckheimer." ”

"Go ahead. ”

Matthew knew that Helen Herman was recently negotiating a sequel to "National Treasure" with Disney Pictures and Jerry Bruckheimer Pictures, but it was not very smooth after several contacts, and the 20+10 conditions on his side were unacceptable to Disney Pictures and Jerry Bruckheimer Pictures, and the $15 million they offered was also unacceptable to him.

Negotiations are currently at an impasse, and with Disney Studios not wanting to budge and there is no shortage of work on his side, the sequel project is likely to drag on for a long time.

Matthew is not in a hurry at all, and Disney Studios is not in a hurry either, and Hollywood negotiations for a sequel like this are possible for a few years.

"Listen to Kayla, you've been in some trouble lately?" Johnny Depp sat in the chair next to Matthew, "Harvey Weinstein?"

"yes. Matthew didn't need to lie to Depp, and said directly, "This kind of big guy's attention is unbearable." ”

Johnny Depp showed a rare serious look and reminded, "Pay more attention to Harvey Weinstein, he is notoriously domineering and difficult in the circle." ”

"I know. Matthew replied solemnly, and then joked, "Is it harder than you?"

"Me?" Johnny Depp pointed to himself, "I'm not comparable to Harvey Weinstein, I'm playing big names at best, that guy is really going to mess with people behind his back." ”

Matthew put away his joke and said, "Don't worry, I won't provoke him." ”

Johnny Depp shrugged, "The problem is that he has already found you, with his domineering style of doing things in the past, he will not let go easily if he does not achieve his goal." ”

Hearing Helen Herman and Johnny Depp say this one after another, Matthew also realized that this Hollywood bigwig, who has not yet met, may really be a domineering figure who likes to bully.

He had a little headache, "I'll hide it." ”

In recent months, staying at Disney Studios to shoot "Pirates of the Caribbean", Walt Disney has just swept Harvey Weinstein and Bob Weinstein out of the house, and it is estimated that Harvey Weinstein will not directly find Disney Studios.

Johnny Depp didn't say a few words to Matthew, and soon his scene started filming, and he went to the set first, Matthew continued to sit here and wait, and Keira Knightley, who had finished her makeup, also came over at this time.

"You didn't go to see Harvey Weinstein, did you?" asked Keira Knightley as she sat down.

"Nope. Matthew shook his head, "I politely declined his invitation on the grounds that I was nervous about filming." ”

Keira Knightley breathed a sigh of relief and said, "It's good that I didn't go." Then she reminded, "Don't meet Harvey Weinstein at the hotel." ”

Matthew didn't quite understand, "I'm a man, not a woman. ”

"It's hard to say. Keira Knightley has obviously heard rumors about Harvey Weinstein as well, "Harvey Weinstein may not be interested in women, but in men? ”

"Kayla, I've made a lot of money. Matthew suddenly said something that seemed unrelated, "Even if you don't do anything in the future, you'll be a multimillionaire." ”

"What do you mean?" said Keira Knightley dissatisfied, "showing off to me?"

Matthew shook his head and continued, "If anyone dares to do this to me. He pulled out the saber hanging from his waist and shook it, "I'll definitely stuff this thing behind him!"

Keira Knightley has a close relationship with Matthew, knows that this is not a joke, thinks about it, or says, "Harvey Weinstein is not an ordinary domineering and stubborn person, I heard Emma Thompson say before, she rejected Harvey Weinstein at that time, she was still very determined, but Harvey Weinstein even now, every time she goes to England, she will call her, want to ask her out, and threaten her ......"

It may have been about another British actress, and Keira Knightley stopped halfway through her sentence.

Matthew didn't ask specifically, and from what he learned, plus the reactions of those around him, it was enough to figure out what kind of person Harvey Weinstein was.

This also shows that his strategy is still correct, and he can always hide if he can't be provoked.

After chatting with Keira Knightley, an assistant director came over to inform her, and Matthew and Keira Knightley also walked into the set and joined in the shooting.

Until mid-October, Matthew was basically busy with the filming of the two sequels of "Pirates of the Caribbean" in addition to his daily rest, and he had almost as many scenes as Johnny Depp.

Towards the end of October, "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" ended its North American theatrical screening and completely withdrew from North American theaters, and after more than five months of screening, the North American box office reached a total of 275.2 million US dollars, which is definitely a huge success.

With the release of this film, Matthew has naturally climbed to the position of a recognized first-line star inside and outside the circle.

In addition, the overseas screening of "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" is still ongoing, but there are only more than a dozen small markets left, and the overseas box office has exceeded 250 million US dollars.

The film grossed $552.1 million worldwide.

By any measure, "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" was a huge commercial success.

It is not only Matthew who has climbed to the top star, but also Charlize Theron, who has an Oscar for Best Actress, plus "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" is a big hit, which can be called a rare Best Actress who has escaped the Oscar curse in recent years.

Matthew has been in contact with Charlize Theron, who spends most of his time in South Africa outside of working hours.

Towards the end of October, Matthew and the rest of the main creative staff of "Pirates of the Caribbean" took a break from their work to attend the premiere of "The Weather Forecaster", another film directed by director Gore Wibinski.