Chapter 12 Dreams are like flames, and I come from the flames
"Oh, Shet-"
Nicolas Cage's Memphis originally came to ask for the help of his old lover and partner, Savi, the role played by Angelina.
It's a pity that the old lover didn't promise to help. After he walked out, he was surrounded by several strong men.
Of course, the scene where Nicholas finds Angelina was already filmed when Sean was filming the previous scene.
This made Sean quite regretful, and he didn't see Angelina for a few days after coming to the crew.
When he thought of the sexy woman with a hot body, thin eyebrows, and a cigarette, Sean's heart was a little hot.
It was a poppy, and she was a bad woman in the eyes of the public, but the kind of woman who was bad enough to be in a man's bones. As long as you are attracted, you are incorrigible.
In fact, Angelina doesn't have many roles in this play, if it weren't for the fact that she is the only female character in the film, Sean feels that she has a little more roles than herself, and she also feels like a supporting role.
This play is a play that belongs to men. Not every woman likes the toughness of an American muscle car.
Maybe Angelina took over the show, just for a $3 million salary.
Of course, the crew also fell in love with her fame, and both of them took their own needs.
In fact, it is indeed possible that she used this shooting as an extra income to earn some pocket money. Sean speculated on his own.
No way, Sean is so poor now.
Sean's salary is only 10,000 US dollars, and after deducting agency fees, catering, insurance and other miscellaneous items, it is estimated that there will be 8,000 US dollars left.
Maybe you forgot about the IRS, before 4.15, you have to file your taxes -
There is an American proverb: "In this world, only death and paying taxes are eternal!" βγ
The pervasive IRS is definitely one of the most feared departments in the United States. The CIA and the Department of Defense all have to concede three points in front of it.
What's even more shameful is that Sean works in California, which means that he has to pay not only the state taxes stipulated by the association, but also the California taxes!
At the thought of this, Sean couldn't help but have a big head. The hateful California, the first high tax in the United States!
But Sean can't help it, this is a winner-takes-all industry.
Big stars and big directors may be able to earn tens of millions, or even tens of millions, for a play. If you think about Spielberg's earnings in Jurassic Park, you know that Hollywood is indeed an ATM for some people.
At that time, the premise was that you had enough strength and that you were popular enough. You're worth so much of a knife. Otherwise, not a dollar will be given to you here.
Hollywood staff, top videographers may earn tens of thousands of dollars a week, and hundreds of thousands of dollars for a play.
As for ordinary group performers or assistants, it is more than 100 dollars a day.
If filming is dangerous, there will be more subsidies. But it won't be more than $150.
Therefore, in this industry, it is always those few people who are glamorous.
In this way, Sean's 10,000 US dollars is a lot. For this reason, Sean also advanced 2,000 US dollars in advance. No way, there is really no money.
The camera turns back to Nicolas Cage's Memphis who is blocked by the thugs, who believe that Memphis's arrival has robbed them of their business and knives, so the conflict is on the verge of breaking out.
Several cameras on the scene also have a clear division of labor for shooting. Sean, on the other hand, stood on the periphery in his fur trench coat, waiting to play at any time.
Nicolas Cage, dressed in a tired posture, walked out of the bar, while several thugs slowly gathered around.
"Johnnyby?"
"Bingoβ"
"Is there anything you can do?" Memphis, played by Nicholas, clearly doesn't want to get into trouble at this time. Or maybe his mind is not on it.
"Of course, do me a favor!" Johnny Bi, played by a black actor, has his face pressed against Nicholas' face, "Get out of the long ...... tonight"
Nicholas explained, and the other party apparently did not listen to his explanation. One punch knocked Nicholas out of combat, and a few thugs next to him came up to help.
Nicholas screamed in pain, and he didn't know that he really thought he had been beaten.
Of course, these are actually excuses.
And the shot is not made by one touch, the effect of the film is the result of post-editing.
"Sean, it's your turnβ" Assistant Director David reminded Sean beside him.
Nodding, Sean straightened out his outfit. With the confidence brought by the previous shooting, Sean is more confident in this scene.
Dominic, who was not far away, apparently also noticed Sean who was about to enter, and raised his hand at him to signal to enter.
At the same time, there are also cameras that pan the camera to Sean.
"Bang-"
There was a crisp sound, and everyone's eyes looked at the source of the sound.
"Hey, bastard, don't touch my car!"
Sean was wearing leather gloves and smashed his fist into the glass of the car.
Here he did not choose a baseball bat from the original. Rather, with their own fists. For this reason, Sean also had to put on very strong black leather gloves for himself.
At the scene, Sean smashed the glass, looked at the debris on his hand with an indifferent expression, and then elegantly removed his leather gloves, and didn't look at the little thugs who barked at him not far away.
"Smack."
The silver-white ZIPPO lighter bounced off, and the flames jumped out.
His eyes were staring at each other, and he was carrying his own leather gloves in his hands, slowly igniting, and the flames were flying straight in his hands!
The raging flames seemed to dance in Sean's hands.
The light next to him is very dim, and the artificial light is not so thick, which sets off Sean's whole person like a flame, flame, night, cold, and tough guy.
This series of words is put together, and it looks particularly cool!
"Wow, that's cool!"
I don't know when, Duke, the fat man, wore a top hat and appeared on the periphery with a funny face.
Looking at Sean, who was standing in the dark night, with the flames in his hands, and only looking at the black man walking towards him, he couldn't help but boast to a tall, thin middle-aged man with curly hair next to him, "How about man, isn't it cool?" This guy really has a talent for acting! β
"Not bad." The tall and thin middle-aged man nodded, holding a cigarette between his fingers, smiled and lit Sean, who was filming not far away, with a cigarette, "You know him very well?" β
"Of course! We're good brothers. This was his first time acting. I think maybe this guy will really survive in Hollywood. Duke patted his chest excitedly, looking very confident.
The tall and thin man next to him raised his hand, took a puff of his cigarette, and smiled without squeaking.
It's just that his eyes stayed on Sean not far away, looking at the other party's slightly green, but very infectious and creative performance, and nodded without leaving a trace.
This is an actor with his own ideas, and he is also an actor with great potential.
"Are you going to star too?"
Seems to be willing to chat with the chubby guy next to him, or just want to have a casual chat with the guy when he's bored, who knows?
"Hey, you can see that, don't you?" Duke took off his top hat and straightened his hair, "I knew you could tell." β
"Seriously, how am I dressed here? I was lucky that the guy who played Donnie's fat guy couldn't make it, and I wondered if it was Sean's good luck. I actually got a role out of thin air! β
Looking at Duke's slightly pompous gesture, the man shrugged, "Maybe you have a talent for acting in comedy!" β
"Of course!"
The tall, thin man with curly hair looked at Nicolas Cage not far away and turned to leave. The moment he turned around, his gaze seemed to sweep over Sean, a little thoughtful.
"What a strange guy......"
Duke touched his beard, completely ignoring the ridicule in the other party's "you are fit to act in comedy".
Duke shook his head and muttered disdainfully to the crew not far away, "This crew is too negligent in its precautions, anyone can come in casually, what a bunch of incompetent guys!" β
He didn't want to think about it, could an ordinary person come in casually?
Sean didn't know that Duke had brought such a big surprise to him, and at this time, he directly ignited the car, and then slowly walked towards the stunned little thug.
Dominic didn't know what the reason was, so he didn't shout 'card' here, and Sean and everyone could only continue to shoot for this.
Three times five divided by two, Sean taught this group of street gangsters a lesson, and the body he showed made many staff members secretly smack their tongues.
Although everyone knows that this is a rehearsed action, it looks so energetic when it comes out of Sean's hands.
Every punch, every kick, every elbow is like a deadly weapon, and the whole body becomes a disaster that causes pain to the enemy.
It wasn't until Sean saved Nicholas that Dominic's voice came.
"Cards!"
"Hoo ......"
Sean exhaled, sweat drenching his back.
This set of moves is not very difficult, but Sean shows it hard, and at the same time has to control his skills to ensure that the other party is not injured by accidents.
You let Sean really hit these people, Sean don't say sweat, he doesn't have to gasp. But it's really tiring to be measured and fight with strength.
At the same time, Sean is not yet able to play to ensure the continuation of the whole rhythm.
The body is tired, and the heart is also tired, which is why Sean was sweating all over when he heard Dominic shout to stop.
"Cool!"
Nicholas gave a thumbs up, his face full of surprise.
"Great! It's the most realistic and cleanest fight I've ever seen. The staff next to him looked at Sean with admiration on their faces.
"That's right, it's not like Sylvester or Alexander-Arnold, it's a punch-to-the-flesh and it's cool. It's like a David Fincher movie. The assistant director David on the other side was also stingy with his praise.
Since Sean's performance amazed him, the two of them can be regarded as freeing up their suspicions. He also admires Sean's performance.
The surrounding staff also smiled and gave praise, which was not at all Sean's face when he was NG. It's as if everyone has become good friends with Sean.
Nicolas Cage didn't expect Sean to be so skilled. Don't forget, he is also an action star, although he is not the most authentic action star, but action blockbusters are not less filmed.
Therefore, for the non-stop action scene just now, I know how difficult it is.
I also understand how wonderful it is for Sean to do more if he doesn't have many consecutive things just now, and he doesn't repeat the excitement. As a result, the gaze towards Sean became brighter and brighter.
"I just incorporated my martial arts with Muay Thai and sanda." Sean said with a smile.
"Although this is not the last scene in San Francisco, I still have to say that it is indeed wonderful."
Dominic also walked over.
"Although a lot of people's action scenes look good on the movie, that's the effect of post-editing. Can you imagine them filming with continuous footage? The shot just now can be used as a feature film without even editing. β
That being said, Sean knew that this was just an exaggeration by Dominic. This scene will definitely be edited later.
Of course, after editing, it will be more exciting.
"Sean? Don't mind if I call you that, do you? β
Seeing Sean nodding with a smile, Dominic pointed to the assistant director David next to him, "You will go to David to pick up your new script later." β
"Don't worry, I'm ready." Assistant director David patted his chest and promised.
"I didn't expect the director to add drama to you, buddy." Nicholas laughed, "Looks like we'll be able to stay together for two more days." β
Seeing Dominic and Nicholas leave, Sean waved his fist vigorously to express his excitement.
"Dude, here's your script!"
David raised the script in his hand with his left hand, handed it to Sean, and raised his right hand habitually to look at his watch, "Sean, aren't you going to have a drink?" Cage and Dominic, they were one step ahead. There are a lot of beautiful girls at the nearby python bar. There are a lot of big people there, and if you really meet them, I might be able to introduce them to you......"
"Okay, I just want to quench my thirst with a glass of wine." Sean nodded.
I have 2,000 US dollars in my wallet, and I have a bottom in my heart. Sean is not a workaholic, and certainly doesn't rule out going to relax.
As for the big man in David's mouth?
Sean pouted, he wasn't a stunned young man who graduated from high school.
He doesn't believe that he can meet big people casually.
Besides, even if there is really a big shot, will you, an assistant director who has a lot of money in Hollywood, have a relationship?
Eat the and go!
Not to mention what was introduced to me! Sean thought with a smile.
In Hollywood, you should never expect any so-called big names to go to the top. Don't think of everyone like the Virgin Mary.
Therefore, this is the same place as a male-thief-female-prostitute.
Duke was right about one thing.
It's definitely a place where scammers and thieves hang out.
They will not be much better than politicians.
Every day, Hollywood doesn't know how many unknown deals or confrontations are staged.
There is no such thing as a simple person there. In Hollywood, you can't survive without brains.
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Some people call Nicolas Cage the king of bad movies, and this is true.
His subsequent pick-up was very casual.
But around 1999, no one can deny that Nicolas Cage is Hollywood's top three superstars with box office appeal, and there are Liangtang and Xiao Lizi who are on a par with him. Or Keanu, who has been on fire for the past two years, should be able to do so.
But Xiao Lizi after the big boat probably didn't return to acting, and it will take two years of precipitation before he wakes up from the overnight fame of the big boat.
This is the time for self-aggrandizement.
This was mentioned by him himself in later interviews.
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Lao Ye didn't like this cover either, he couldn't help it, he couldn't do it, so he had to spend dozens of ten oceans to make one at the starting point art.
But obviously not satisfied!
After being reminded by my wife, I remembered that I was engaged in design when I was young. So please help him make one. However, it is estimated that it will take a few days. So we'll see how it goes in two days.