hollywood melon man

Chapter 514 Popularity
Robert Downey Jr. was added to the audition list, but whether he can get the role depends on his performance in the audition.

"What about the cast for Black Widow and Pepper Potts?" Kevin Feige asked.

"I already have a candidate for the Black Widow, so let Pepper Potts audition and pick her out!" said Gilbert Jr.

The setting of Little Pepper is that of a mature female assistant, so it is destined that we cannot find an actress who is too young. Therefore, the most suitable actress is undoubtedly an actress born in the 1960s and 1970s.

Although he has an old relationship with Gwyneth Paltrow, Gilbert Jr. does not intend to use her. Gwyneth Paltrow has enough temperament, but she is not beautiful enough.

According to Gilbert Jr.'s idea, the most suitable candidates are actually Naomi Watts and Charlize Theron, and Cameron Diaz is also acceptable.

But Naomi Watts and Charlize Theron are both Hollywood A-list actresses, with a salary of 20 million US dollars. Cameron Diaz has moved behind the scenes and is very happy to clock in every day.

Then again, if they had that much money to hire Naomi Watts and Charlize Theron, they might as well just get Tom Cruise.

The audition was scheduled for July, when Gilbert Jr. had just finished working on Batman Begins and could find time to pay attention to the audition.

However, Marvel Studios released the news in advance, letting all Hollywood actors know that the film would begin auditions.

Logically speaking, as the first film of a new film company, Hollywood actors, especially the big-name ones, would not pay much attention to it.

But in fact, it is no secret that Marvel Studios’ new projects are no longer a secret in Hollywood.

When they learned that a movie with an investment of 1 million US dollars was publicly casting for the leading actor and actress, even A-level stars were tempted and quickly asked their agents to fight for this opportunity for them.

Tom Cruise even called Gilbert Jr. and said, "If it weren't for the project you talked to me about, I would have wanted to try for it."

Gilbert Jr. laughed and said, "Don't do that, Tom. Marvel Studios is a new company and can't afford your salary."

Tom Cruise said: "If you direct it yourself, I will be happy to reduce my salary."

"Hahaha, thank you for your appreciative attitude, but we have big things to do this year, and you haven't finished filming Mission Impossible 3 yet," said Gilbert Jr.

"Yes," Tom Cruise was also excited when talking about this: "I have read the script. It is a very interesting film. You can't give this project to others."

"certainly……"

In fact, when it comes to similar roles, Tom Hanks, who has worked with Gilbert Jr., is more suitable and is adept at playing this type of role.

But Tom Cruise also has his unique advantages, which Tom Hanks cannot replace.

Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman are happily married and recently welcomed their second child, a little boy named Jerry by Gilbert Jr.

At that time, Tom Cruise complained that the name of Little Gilbert was poorly chosen. Isn't this Tom and Jerry?

But since he was the godfather of the second child, Gilbert Jr. voted in favor, and the name of Jerry Cruise, the most watched second-generation star in Hollywood, was decided.

Nicole Kidman also suggested arranging a marriage for her child and letting Gilbert Jr.'s daughter marry Jerry Cruise, but was rejected by Gilbert Jr.

Little Gilbert thinks that marriage is a lifelong thing and parents cannot make choices for their children. It is better to let the children develop naturally as long as they don't do bad things.

Mr. and Mrs. Cruise thought that their children had played together since they were young, so they should be good friends, so they agreed with little Gilbert's opinion.

It is also because of his perfect marriage and unaffected image that Tom Cruise's current commercial value is much higher than that of Hollywood male stars at the same stage.

Want to experience the charm of peak Tom Cruise? This is the right time to do it.

The only point of attack against Tom Cruise nowadays may be his belief in Scientology. But Tom Cruise is now the second or third most important figure in Scientology and is leading a very comfortable life.

Back to the casting of "Iron Man", after discussing with Gilbert Jr., Kevin Feige formally contacted Jon Favreau, who was very interested in directing the movie.

One cannot help but be interested, this is an A-level production, although it is restricted by the producers Kevin Feige and Gilbert Jr., but he is also the director of an A-level production.

How many directors enter Hollywood with the dream of one day directing a big production and achieving success, thus becoming famous.

So Jon Favreau signed the director contract without any hesitation, and even signed it with enthusiasm, and couldn't wait to get to work.

On the other hand, Robert Downey Jr. can now only play supporting roles in TV series or movies, or appear in music videos, and he is not even the protagonist in music videos.

There is no way. I have committed too many sins in the past and my image has been damaged too much.

Although he tried his best to create the image of a prodigal son, if no big shot appreciated him and gave him a chance, Robert Downey Jr. would probably have lived like this for the rest of his life.

But at this time, the opportunity came and he received an audition invitation from Marvel Pictures.

"What a great opportunity, Downey," Robert Downey Jr.'s wife Susan Downey said excitedly, "Marvel Pictures has invited you to audition. I heard that you were the actor Gilbert Jr. personally asked to audition." Robert Downey Jr. was very surprised, "Is this true?"

"Of course, how could I lie to you?" Susan Downey continued, "This is a big production with an investment of 1 million US dollars. As long as you can be chosen as the male lead, you can turn things around."

Robert Downey Jr. rubbed his hands in anticipation: "Great, I must strive for this opportunity. Susan, please help me buy all the comics about Iron Man Tony Stark. I want to study this character."

"Okay, no problem!" Susan Downey agreed immediately.

In order to get this role, Robert Downey Jr. began to make a lot of efforts.

He knew that Gilbert Jr. had asked him to audition not because of his relationship with the Downey family, but because he saw some qualities in him that were similar to Tony Stark.

So Robert Downey Jr. had to work hard to find commonalities between himself and Tony Stark, and strive to make people think that he is Tony Stark at first sight during the audition.

Robert Downey Jr. worked hard for Tony Stark, and the other actors were also busy, asking their agents to fight for this opportunity for them.

As for the selection of Pepper Potts, it might be that Gwyneth Paltrow was embarrassed to contact Gilbert directly, so she turned to Spielberg for help.

Spielberg immediately called Gilbert Jr. and said, "Gilbert Jr., for my sake, please give Gwen a chance!"

"You make it sound like I'm being unkind." Little Gilbert said with a smile, "Okay, Gwen can come for the audition, but if she doesn't perform well..."

"I understand that giving her a chance is enough. Whether she can get the role depends on herself," Spielberg said.

It's just an audition opportunity, nothing special. Just eliminate Gwyneth Paltrow during the audition.

The role of Little Pepper has become the best choice for those former first-line stars who are now out of fashion. Even some actresses who have played supporting roles for many years want to fight for this opportunity.

Sheena Boone found little Gilbert and asked, "Can you give Kate a chance?"

"Oh?" Little Gilbert was surprised: "Kate Beckinsale? I heard that she jumped from Michael Ovitz to your company."

"Yes," Sheena Boone explained, "because the performances of Pearl Harbor and Van Helsing were not as good as expected, Kate lost the trust of Mr. Ovitz, and came to me after her contract expired last month."

"Alas!" Little Gilbert sighed, "If I had known this would happen, I would have taken my role. Look at Elizabeth Banks, she is doing much better than Kate now."

Sheena Boone said: "People have different opportunities and choices, but she has changed her mind now. I think the role of Pepper Potts in Iron Man is quite suitable for her, so I will give her a chance."

"Really?" Little Gilbert touched his chin and said, "If I remember correctly, Kate once studied at Oxford University, although she dropped out.

She majored in literature, a true goddess of literature. This is not what I said, it was said by her fans. Don’t look at me like that.”

Sheena Boone looked as if she understood, and added: "If you are willing, she is not unwilling. After so many years of hard work, she also understands that she is nothing without the support of big people."

"What do you mean I am willing? Am I the kind of person who takes advantage of others?"

Seeing Sheena Boone's disbelieving look, Little Gilbert had no choice but to say, "Forget it, for your sake, I'll give her a chance to audition.

But let me tell you in advance..."

"Everything depends on the audition performance, I understand." Sheena Boone added the following words, and thanked: "Thank you for giving Kate this opportunity, I think she will be grateful to you."

"You're welcome. Just prepare well for the audition."

Gilbert had never expected that the role of Pepper Potts would be so popular. It makes sense that although she is just a vase, roles in A-level big productions don't come around every day.

As for the role of Black Widow, there was no audition at all, and it had already been won by Scarlett Johansson.

In the Marvel Cinematic Universe planned by Gilbert Jr., Black Widow is the key to connecting many superheroes, and will continue to appear in the upcoming film series.

Of course, some of the childish emotional scenes were deleted at the insistence of Gilbert Jr., although several screenwriters were opposed.

Gilbert Jr. believes that Black Widow is just a naughty superhero who will tease other superheroes. But in her opinion, falling in love is just a child's game.

Of course, this does not mean that Black Widow has no feelings. She is compassionate, has a comradeship with Hawkeye, and has formed deep friendships with other superheroes.

This is also an aspect that the film series will highlight in the future, adding color to the film.

Of course, all this depends on whether this "Iron Man" can be successful. If it fails, there will be no future.

(End of this chapter)