The year 08 is coming soon, and the strike wave that swept the whole of Hollywood intensified, and on January 4, the Writers Guild and the Screen Actors Guild publicly announced a boycott of this year's Golden Globe Awards, and only three days later, the organizers announced the cancellation of this year's Golden Globe Awards ceremony.

This was undoubtedly a major victory, so the screenwriters' union took advantage of the victory to pursue, and for a while, Hollywood was full of beacons, and countless screenwriters held homemade billboards to carry out various protest demonstrations.

At the same time, many actors also showed their support with actions, such as Anna, who helped distribute bottled water at the demonstration? Farris, Matt standing in the crowd holding a sign? LeBron, and Sandra Wu, who came out of the set of "Grey's Anatomy" and went straight to the scene to support while wearing costumes.

Many big names have also expressed their support with actions, Clooney publicly stated on the last day of 07 that the reasonable demands of the writers should be met, and Cruise's United Arts Company was the first to reach an agreement with the writers on January 7.

And Sean, the owner of Reincarnation Pictures, a second-tier production company at the top of Hollywood? Don, after standing on the platform for a parade, said he would get his company and the screenwriter to reach an agreement as soon as possible.

"United Arts has set a good example for us, the screenwriters' requests are indeed reasonable, they have experienced too much unfairness, I will do my best to facilitate the negotiation between Samsara Pictures and the screenwriters, and give full play to my role." In the face of reporters' interviews, Sean looked at it and talked about it, and he also paid out of his own pocket to distribute good pizza to the marchers.

In short, the menacing screenwriters have put on a bad look, and as the damage continues to mount, it seems like a matter of time before the producers league renegotiates, but behind the scenes, there is still a lot to do.

"Yes, of course, your performance is outstanding, Sean. You know, I've met Milk, and although your appearance is different from his, your temperament and enthusiasm are very similar to his. At the party filled with a warm atmosphere, an old man who looked to be in his fifties smiled and said to Sean, his eyebrows fluttering and he was very excited.

"Thank you for the compliment, Mr. Stanley, and as a San Franciscan, I'm proud to play such a great character as Milk." Sean said with a smile on his face.

John? Stanley, a Britishman and one of the many freelance writers at the Golden Globes, struck up a conversation with him after a "fortuitous" encounter at the party, and it was a great conversation.

Although the Golden Globes are always HFPA (Hollywood Foreign Press Association) always say that they are constantly making changes to the Golden Globes to ensure that the selection of each award is more fair and equitable. But the Golden Globe Awards, which have always been mostly shady, how can it be so easy to become open and transparent, even the Oscars pay attention to public relations, not to mention the HFPA of only 99 people.

Nominally, the participants in the HFPA are journalists from outside the United States, but in reality, a significant number of them are freelance writers, and with a long history of observing and reporting on Hollywood, the network is already extensive, and the rules that only allow champagne, bouquets and movie accessories for gifts have little effect. Even the upper limit of political donations can be circumvented, not to mention this little rule, so there is this chance encounter now.

"Looks like you're getting along pretty well?" After Sean and Stanley finished chatting, Frederick, who was waiting not far away, quickly came up.

"It's probably not bad, but I think there's a good chance that guy is gay." Sean pinched his nose and said.

"Really?" Frederick stealthily glanced at Stanley, who hadn't gone too far, "How do you tell?" ”

"I can just tell," Sean shrugged, "that's a good thing, isn't it?" The odds should be high that he votes for Milk. ”

After a pause, he asked, "It's not voting time, is it?" I heard that HFPA was going to present the award around the 15th, and because of the previous boycott, the award ceremony was canceled and turned into a press conference. ”

"Don't worry, Sean, so far so good." Frederick said with relief, "We'll see." ”

"Well, I'm just worried about the New York Film Critics Association Awards." Sean sighed, "And I'm temporarily at a disadvantage." ”

The three most well-known film critics association awards have basically been awarded, and Los Angeles is Shawn's territory, needless to say, so he successfully won the Best Actor. Chicago did the peacemaker, giving Best Actor to Lewis and then Best Supporting Actor to Sean, who was nominated for Best Supporting Actor for "Death of a Sharpshooter."

But the New York side doesn't know what they're doing, they seem to be doing it as well, but the problem is that they gave Best Actor to Lewis and Best Supporting Actor to Dan in "Milk"? White's Matt? Damon. It's a bit strange, and for Sean, it's definitely not a good taste, so he really wants to win another Golden Globe.

After a short break, Sean followed Frederick back to meet with the others, and he didn't know how many times this had happened in the past few weeks, and he was already familiar with it. In this case, the feeling of exhaustion after a busy lap still involuntarily wells up in my heart, after all, "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" is still a little closer, and the constant running on both sides is very energy-consuming, and ......

"Okay, it's almost today, in fact, the entire Golden Globe Awards are almost over, you can go back and have a good rest, and then try to complete the filming of "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" as soon as possible, and we have a tough battle to fight at the end of the month." Frederick patted Sean on the shoulder and said.

"I know." Sean nodded, when the Golden Globe Awards are over, the Actors' Guild Award is in front of him, since it is an award from the Actors' Guild method, there is still some gold content.

Then, his expression froze, as a familiar figure came into view, dressed in a black dress, with straightened linen hair hanging down softly, and a smile on his face with an intellectual air, talking to a freelance writer who had spoken a few words before.

Sean suddenly ignored Frederick, who was still chattering beside him, and strode over: "Nata? It's a pleasure to see you here! ”

The other party was startled at first, and a trace of unhappiness flashed in his eyes, but it quickly turned into a very decent surprised and relieved smile: "Sean? ”

"I didn't bother you, did I, Mr. Fleming?" Even though all kinds of emotions were constantly rolling in his heart, Sean still said hello to the freelance writer he had talked to before.

"No, of course not, in fact I mentioned you earlier." The other laughed out loud, then swept between them with an interested look, "I think Natalie's performance in Rachel's Wedding is excellent, and then ask her who among the few male actors nominated is the best one, and she thinks it's you." ”

"Oh?" Sean's eyes lit up, "I'm glad you see it that way, Nata." ”

"Hmm...... I think what is is what it is, and it shouldn't be manipulated by prejudice," Natalie smiled, as if sighing, "But, Sean, can you call me Natalie?" ”

Sean's smile suddenly froze on his face, and he looked at her stunned, not knowing what to say, because although this sentence was simple, the meaning was very clear.

And Natalie didn't wait for him to react further before continuing: "Frankly, Sean, I thank you for recommending Rachel's Wedding to me, but...... You're brilliant, you're cauliflower, and you're gentle with girls, but I've also said that I'm not going to date without a dude. ”

She spoke very seriously and sincerely, with a hint of guilt, and her eyes glanced to the side from time to time, as if she was sorry for him, and only when her eyes turned away, did she show a trace of impatience.

Sean's face became a little embarrassed, because, this time, he noticed Natalie's deeply hidden look.

"What a merciless confession, isn't it?" Freelance writer Fleming said in a round next to him.

Natalie then gave him a wry smile, and then looked at Sean helplessly but sincerely again: "I'm sorry, Sean, I apologize to you if I hurt you, but...... Unfortunately, we are not the right fit. ”

This sentence hit Sean's heart like a hammer, making him feel like Venus was popping up and wanted to gag. But at the same time, his thinking was also clearer, as if during the performance, his soul broke away from the shell, looking down on the crowd high and quietly, and the impatient subtle movements of the other party were more clearly reflected in his heart.

"I see." He tried his best to make himself appear calm, took a deep breath and said, then bowed slightly, and turned to leave.

"Are you really attracted to that girl?" Frederick, who was waiting not far away, immediately greeted him, "That's not an easy person to impress, graduated from Harvard Psychology, and went to Israel to study, probably the actress with the best image in the Jewish community." If you want to get her, I suggest it's best to put some thought into ......"

"That's enough, Fred." Sean interrupted Frederick with a low snort.

The agent paused, and then frowned: "Did something happen?" ”

"Nothing." Sean replied stiffly and strode out.

"Wait, Sean," Frederick caught up, "your emotions are not right, have you done anything with her?" Or is the gossip from last time true, and you're dating......"

"I've said enough, Fred." Sean said without looking back.

But Frederick didn't back down: "I need to know the answer, Sean, you said you wouldn't hide anything from me." ”

Then he lowered his voice again: "I even ...... You know that, aren't you worried about me? ”

"I mean it very clearly, Fred!" Sean stopped and stared at Frederick with an angry gaze, so much so that he involuntarily took a step back.

After a few seconds, Sean withdrew his gaze and sighed, "When I want to tell you, I will tell you." ”

When it came to this, Frederick could only keep silent, although he was still worried.

Then, the two got out of the hotel together, and after getting into the car separately, Sean let out a sigh and took out the phone after a long time: "Emma, I need you." ”