Chapter 439: Heroine!
Chapter 439 Heroine!
"Wouldn't it be better to let him write it? Why let him be introduced? Zhou Shaoming was a little puzzled.
"There are specializations in Hollywood, and there are countless people who have spent their lives studying and discovering in every direction. Mr. McGee may be focused on inspiring and teaching, and his passion is for getting more screenwriters to create scripts that are out of the ordinary, rather than writing them themselves. Jon said as he walked out of Lionsgate with Zhou Shaoming, and then sped all the way towards the airport.
Mr. McGee's company is in New York, but this distance is not a problem at all for the workaholic two.
Robert McGee sat in front of Zhou Shaoming, carefully looking at the phenomena-level director, while Zhou Shaoming also had soft eyes, paying attention to this person who was known as the "Godfather of Hollywood Screenwriting".
At the age of 60, his hair is gray, but meticulous, neatly tilted to the right, his eyebrows are much whiter, but they are unusually thick, and his face has left the marks of the ruthlessness of the carving knife of time, and the deep or shallow wrinkles reveal his composure.
What can't be ignored is his eyes, the deep and wise light shines, firm and full of confidence, when he looks at himself, Zhou Shaoming can feel his unique temperament that dares to take risks and has the courage to experience.
"Hello, phenomen-level director, you are a miracle!" McGee reached out in a friendly manner and shook hands vigorously with Zhou Shaoming.
Zhou Shaoming's youthful and vigorous energy is also obvious, which makes the godfather of the screenwriting industry feel very good.
"You're too awarded, I need to learn more. I came to meet Mr. McGee this time to discuss with you and introduce you to a top screenwriter. Zhou Shaoming politely expressed humility, in the face of this sixty-year-old elder, the young self can not do anything too much.
Jon also went on to say, "Smith Zhou has an impulse in his heart, but he always feels that he can't find a clue to turn this impulse into a moving story. So we came to Mr. McGee and asked you to help us out. β
"That's true." Zhou Shaoming nodded.
"Oh, hehe, please, I'm very interested in the impulse in your heart." Mr. McGee laughed and motioned for Zhou Shaoming to start.
"I went to Ocean Park a few days ago and saw an old man, his name is Rick O'Barry......" Zhou Shaoming explained the situation of the day in detail, and reaffirmed: "Whether it is a drama or a romance film." I hope to make people aware of the inhumane massacres committed by the Japanese, the precious and tragic fate of dolphins, and to express the need for humanity to face up to this fact, so that they can be touched and changed! That's why my movie exists! β
Hearing Rick's tragic behavior, the Japanese humane massacre, all of this moved McGee a little.
He stood up and kept sitting in the office, thinking about Zhou Shaoming's words.
And Zhou Shaoming and Jon are both sitting upright. Looking at this old man who kept spinning in circles and not thinking about it, he didn't dare to make a sound, for fear of interrupting his train of thought.
Long. "First of all, your words made me discover a world I never knew and didn't pay attention to. Whether it's a drama, a romance or an epic, whether it's a reality or an extraterrestrial fantasy. I think great film directors always make the audience feel that kind of exoticism, that weirdness. Like an explorer in the woods who splits the road, the audience is jaw-dropping to discover a world that has never been touched. An old, rotten, sad and sad dolphin world. Following it, decay turns into magic, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. β
Zhou Shaoming nodded in agreement, what the movie needs to achieve must be what McGee said.
"On the other hand, once entering this bizarre and terrifying world, the audience will find themselves, and in the depths of the conflict between the characters and the scene, the audience can find the presence of humanity. In short, your film has to put the viewer in the shoes of another person who doesn't seem like us at first glance, but who is connected to the audience at heart. McGee gathered her thoughts and continued.
"You mean, to my mind, it's not easy for a feature film to make people feel identified, but a romance film is very easy to get a sense of identity?" Zhou Shaoming quickly grasped the key.
"Exactly, my phenomenological director, you're so smart, it's a pleasure to talk to you about movies." McGee smiled, nodded affirmatively, and gave Zhou Shaoming a thumbs up.
Zhou Shaoming was also very happy to be affirmed by the godfather of the screenwriter, but he still raised his doubts: "With love as the main line, will it deviate from the theme of warning the world in order to change the status quo?" β
"I don't think so, behind the suffocating love story, there will be no less shock and deep thought to everyone, and it will even be far beyond your imagination! Because everyone will be in the middle of it, of course, it will depend on how good the screenwriter is and how well you can perform the shots. McGee poured a few cups of coffee and handed them to Zhou Shaoming and Jon.
"Can you introduce me to a top romance screenwriter?" The doubts in his heart were gone, and Zhou Shaoming was finally relieved, so he asked impatiently.
"Haha, there is no need to doubt the camera skills of the phenomenon director. After you've set off waves of madness across the United States, and any screenwriter has turned down your requests countless times, and your thoughts have touched me so much, I thought, why don't you let me be your screenwriter. Mr. Smith Zhou, I wonder if I have the honor to join your team? McGee laughed, but said something that surprised Zhou Shaoming.
"You're here to be my screenwriter? That's great! Zhou Shaoming was overjoyed.
"Oh God, it's so good, all of America will be eager to see this movie!" Jon also exclaimed, originally thinking that McGee would introduce a proud protΓ©gΓ© to write the script, but he didn't expect the result to be even more satisfying!
The godfather of Hollywood screenwriters, moved by the world he depicted, actually volunteered, this time, he will definitely add a lot of magic code to his movie!
Zhou Shaoming waved his hand excitedly, his face full of irrepressible smiles.
"But I have a small request, Mr. Smith Chow." McGee smiled and sat back in his chair.
"If you have any requests, please feel free to mention them! Supernova Pictures will do their best to be satisfied! Zhou Shaoming estimated that he was going to talk about money, so he hurriedly pulled Jon on the side and winked at Jon.
"Yes, do you want to talk about fees?" Jon saw Zhou Shaoming frowning at him, how could he not understand. So he hurriedly said.
"Hehe, it's not a matter of money, let's talk about it later, what I want is, can you ask Mr. Smith Zhou to go to Japan with me and see the scene of the slaughter of dolphins there, if I confirm that it is the truth, I will take over the screenwriting of this movie." McGee smiled and waved his hand. said something that Zhou Shaoming didn't expect.
"...... this?" Jon didn't understand.
"From the scene, from the scene, although I believe in every word of director Smith Chow, but the script, a really good movie script, must come from life!" McGee smiled faintly, the corners of his eyes and eyebrows firm.
"I think you're right, Mr. McGee, and I don't have a problem. You can go at any time! Zhou Shaoming replied firmly, this request is not excessive.
"I'm going to make arrangements for the family, so Mr. Smith Zhou, the day after tomorrow. Let's go! McGee made a decision.
"Okay, then I'll stay in New York and come with you. It just so happens that you can also ask for more advice along the way. Zhou Shaoming said excitedly.
"Haha, happy working together, Smith Chow. I think you can find the heroine in advance, this is clearly a movie that can impact the Oscar for Best Actor and Actress! Jon laughed out loud and held up his coffee cup.
Lying on the spacious and comfortable bed in the five-star hotel, Zhou Shaoming took out the phone and called Christina.
"Hello, baby!" Zhou Shaoming took off his shoes, leaned on the pillow, and hummed happily.
"My dear, I'm so happy to hear your voice, have you found a good screenwriter?" Christina and Zhou Shaoming have been together for a long time, and they already know everything about their every move, and they can't help but laugh happily.
"Clever girl! Influenced by the infinite charm of my current director, Robert McGee wanted to take it upon himself to help me create the script. Zhou Shaoming announced triumphantly.
"HOO~~ Godfather of Hollywood Screenwriters! You're so powerful! Although Christina was mentally prepared, she was still taken aback by Zhou Shaoming's words.
He said that my idea of making a romance film can make the audience love and think about it more, Jon asked me to find a heroine, so I don't need to say, baby, come and be my heroine! I'll help you fulfill your dream of being an Oscar-winning actress! Zhou Shaoming couldn't help but say happily.
The promise was made, and now there is finally a chance to fulfill it.
"Hehe, dear, I really don't plan to film anymore, I'm tired of it. Remember what I told you before? Christina was not as happy as Zhou Shaoming imagined, but said quietly.
"Uh...... You've put too much effort into supernova and have rested so long. Wouldn't it be good to fulfill your dreams this time and go back to work? β
"My dream? Hehe, didn't I say it, now, you are my dream, my lifelong dream! Christina smiled shyly, but confessed her heart hotly.
Zhou Shaoming was very moved, he felt that he really owed this girl a lot.
"Alright, my dear, I'm going to Japan to bring me a gift! Wangcai is calling again, and it wants me to take it out! We'll talk about it later! Christina hung up the phone, but Zhou Shaoming was thoughtful.
Bringing a gift to Japan? I don't want to give money to the Japanese!
After Zhou Shaoming hung up the phone, he couldn't help frowning, since Christina doesn't plan to play the heroine of "Dolphin Bay" this time, who should she look for?
Jessica? Zhou Shaoming's mind flashed, and Jessica's appearance appeared. can't help laughing, yes, let Jessica play the leading actress of "Dolphin Bay"! After Zhou Shaoming thought of Jessica, he dialed the phone and made an appointment smoothly.
Three days later, Zhou Shaoming, Jessica, McGee and others set off from Los Angeles and headed towards Dolphin Bay.
When Zhou Shaoming came to Tokyo, it was already evening. When Zhou Shaoming was lying on the bed tiredly, Jessica came to Zhou Shaoming.
"Zhou, do you want to go out at night? Come with me to see the cherry blossoms! Jessica couldn't help but ask when she saw the sleepy Zhou Shaoming.
Zhou Shaoming shook his head and said, "I'm not going." I'll take you another day!. β
At this time, Zhou Shaoming's assistant Benjamin entered the room and said to Zhou Shaoming: "Zhou, the sports car you want has been obtained." β
When Jessica heard Benjamin's words, she couldn't help but be stunned, and carried out the ten Manchurian tortures on Zhou Shaoming, who was lying on the bed, and Zhou Shaoming, who couldn't sleep, was destroyed by Jessica. Get up lazy.
"Zhou, can you explain, what the hell is going on?" Jessica had a feeling that she was about to cry, Zhou Shaoming had never lied to herself, at this moment, Jessica felt deceived by Zhou Shaoming, and Zhou Shaoming was going out at night, but she couldn't say it.
Zhou Shaoming looked at Jessica, who was in a bad mood, and hurriedly said, "Okay, I'll take you to see the cherry blossoms at night." β
Jessica pouted and said, "No." Zhou, you have to explain clearly, you have never lied to me, if you don't like me by your side, you can just say it, why such an excuse. β
Zhou Shaoming saw Jessica's appearance and knew that it would be impossible not to let Jessica know, so he leaned into Jessica's ear and whispered: "I made an appointment with a local driver in the evening to race here." β
Jessica's eyes lit up. It turns out that this is the case, no wonder Zhou Shaoming is reluctant to explain in front of Benjamin.
Jessica clapped her hands and said, "I'll go too." β
Benjamin's eyes lit up, and he couldn't help but be surprised: "Zhou, you asked me to get a sports car instead of going for a ride." I'm going to race cars. This won't work, I won't agree. β
Benjamin said as he walked towards the table where he had put down his car keys, ready to retrieve them. Zhou Shaoming's eyes were quick, and a figure ran in front of Benjamin. As soon as he took the key in his hand, Benjamin was shocked.
"Zhou, how can you do this? Have you forgotten who you are? How can you participate in such a dangerous activity? Benjamin couldn't help but question Zhou Shaoming, who got the car keys.
Zhou Shaoming frowned and said, "Ben." Are you the boss or am I? β
Benjamin said truthfully: "You are, but my accusation is to take good care of you, and not to put you in any danger." Forget it, I'd better call Rogen over to stop you. β
Zhou Shaoming couldn't help but stop Benjamin and said, "Keep it secret for me, I'll come back after taking Jessica for a ride at night." β
Jessica saw Benjamin's insistent thoughts, and hurriedly stepped forward and said, "Ben, how can you treat your boss like this." It's just a ride, are you still afraid that something will happen to Zhou Neng ? If you dare to say it, I can't get around it. β
Benjamin was stunned, facing Zhou Shaoming, who had been by his side, Benjamin was not afraid, but Jessica's words at this time made Benjamin hesitate.
"However, if Zhou is participating in such an event now, if there are really three long and two short, how can I explain to the people in the company, how can I explain to Christina?" Benjamin was still a little worried.
Zhou Shaoming patted Benjamin on the shoulder and said, "Don't worry." We go early and come back early. After Zhou Shaoming finished speaking, he walked out of the room with Jessica.
Benjamin was left in the room and sighed.
Jessica looked at Zhou Shaoming beside her and couldn't help laughing, "Zhou, you are so cunning, you obviously want to participate in drag racing, but you pulled me, since you called me, then I have to follow you all the time tonight." β
Zhou Shaoming sighed and said: "Now it's all here, if you don't finish the car, can you leave obediently?" β
Tokyo is particularly charming at night, with various neon lights setting off the bustling city of the city.
When Zhou Shaoming started the Honda sports car on the road, Jessica in the passenger seat kept looking at the map, "I found it, just follow the navigator and drive forward." Jessica was so happy that she had finally found a place full of cherry blossoms.
Zhou Shaoming couldn't help but say: "It's night now, and I can't see the beauty of the cherry blossoms at all, why don't you go and see it tomorrow?" β
Jessica said lightly: "To appreciate the beauty of cherry blossoms, I don't care when it is, what matters is who is accompanying you." β
When Zhou Shaoming heard Jessica's words, he couldn't help moistening his throat, and Zhou Shaoming, who had already met Christina's parents, was a little hesitant.
Seeing Zhou Shaoming's embarrassed appearance, Jessica hurriedly stopped Zhou Shaoming from wanting to speak, and said first: "Don't worry, I'm by your side, and I didn't think about anything in return." β
Zhou Shaoming was silent, and he was indeed a little sorry for Jessica, who had been supporting her, but fortunately, Christina had never objected to her relationship with Jessica.
Under the cherry blossoms, although it was already night, but for Jessica, it was still so beautiful, Jessica, who was turning in the woods, couldn't help but support Zhou Shaoming's arm, lying quietly on Zhou Shaoming's shoulder, and slowly walked under the cherry blossom tree.
Zhou Shaoming looked up, the cherry blossoms were already in the light, they looked very blurry, there was not much beauty at all, and it was not as good as Jessica beside him.
Zhou Shaoming looked at Jessica beside him, his ruddy face looked at the cherry blossoms in front of him from time to time, and his brilliant face made Zhou Shaoming drool.
In the middle of the night, Zhou Shaoming carried Jessica to the mountain road agreed with Takahashi. When Zhou Shaoming's car came to the agreed place, he found a black sports car parked in front of him.
Zhou Shaoming drove in front of him, and couldn't help frowning, it turned out to be a young man about the same age as himself.
"My name is Takahashi." Gao Qiao waited for Zhou Shaoming's arrival here early, looked at Zhou Shaoming's appearance, and said, "You are outside the mountain road from other places?" β
Gao Qiao couldn't help but look at Zhou Shaoming.
Jessica couldn't help but almost laugh, Zhou Shaoming, this guy, put up a vest on the Internet and posted a post, hoping to play with the drag racing people here when he was in Japan, of course, with Zhou Shaoming's skills, even Zhou Shaoming himself knew in his heart that he was not the opponent of the drag racing people here. (To be continued......)