The Best Actor in the Vase of Meiyu

Chapter 472 Frontal Breakthrough
"Murder by Numbers" performed far below expectations, with estimates that losses could be as high as $30 million or more, despite only being in theaters for two weeks.

It is precisely because of this that Warner Brothers does not like works with small and medium-cost investments. Once they fail, their losses will be huge. It is not as cost-effective as investing in large-scale works. If they win, they will win happily, and if they lose, they will lose miserably.

Anson had no way of knowing how Sandra Bullock felt about being the lead, but it was a heavy blow for Brad Renfro.

In recent years, Brad has been active in various independent films. He finally got this opportunity to return to the mainstream market, but the results were not satisfactory, which made Brad fall into deep pain. The nightmares of the past few years are coming back to haunt me.

And, no comparison means no harm.

Brad's last film, "Ghost World," won critical acclaim and, despite not winning an awards season nomination, was invited to screen at various independent film festivals; but now "Murder by Numbers" is mired in negative reviews. The panic of an uncertain future made Brad escape into darkness.

In the past two weeks, Chris Evans has been staying with Brad at home, while Anson and James have been busy with the promotion of "Spider-Man". Despite this, Anson still talks to Brad every now and then -

It’s not chicken soup for the soul.

Anson worked hard to make Brad realize that the success or failure of "Murder by Numbers" is not important. The real significance is to let the mainstream media see Brad again, and at the same time make Hollywood realize that Brad is still acting, and maybe the quality of the movie It's not satisfactory, but the presence of the actors cannot be ignored.

Who knows, a bad movie might get producers to see Brad again.

Now it seems that although the circumstances are different, Ryan also has his own troubles, just like Anson tonight.

Sensing Anson's gaze, Ryan nodded slightly, "I'm thinking."

"Thinking about what kind of actor I want to be and what role I should play. You know, I am not an orthodox handsome guy. For a role like 'Spider-Man', I will definitely not be able to pass the audition."

This is the truth.

Now Ryan looks particularly thin, not only thin but also gloomy. This appearance does not conform to the mainstream aesthetics of Hollywood. Large film companies like tall, strong and handsome actors, while those skinny actors can often only be found in independent films. Scratching around inside.

Ryan Gosling, who is in his early twenties, and later the young Timothee Chalamet are all representatives. Their physiques and images do not conform to the traditional Hollywood aesthetics, and it is often difficult to get leading roles. .

If "Call Me By Your Name" hadn't become so popular by chance, it would have been very difficult for the latter to make a name for itself.

This is also the reason why Ryan started to exercise later——

The "half Nelson" Ryan and the "Crazy Stupid Love" Ryan are only five years apart, but they seem to be two completely different people.

Anson raised his chin slightly, "So, you are trying to define your own sense of existence?"

Ryan glanced at Anson in surprise, "Yes..." There was a hint of hesitation in his words.

Anson said with a calm face, "Vasees also have brains. Many people don't believe it. In fact, Marilyn Monroe was very smart. She thought a lot about her acting career, but the environment at the time didn't allow her to think."

The smile on Ryan's lips rose, "I believe it."

After a slight pause, Ryan said honestly, "You are indeed different from what I imagined."

"Friends"? "Princess Diaries"? "Spider-Man"? And fashion week shows?

To be honest, Ryan didn't think that he and Anson could have any intersection, but now it seems that if you don't pay attention, prejudice may blind you.

Even though Ryan stopped talking, Anson could still hear the deep meaning in the words, "So, you did imagine it?"

The joke made Ryan stunned. In the end, he couldn't help but give a thumbs up to Anson, "Haha, you." With this wit and eloquence, it's no wonder that Jay Leno can look at him differently, and it's no wonder that he can become a "Tonight Show" ” star, “Hahaha.”

The laughter couldn't stop at all.

Shaking his head slightly, Ryan protested, "I was trying to comfort you, but now it seems that someone is not needed at all."

Ryan thought Anson would continue teasing him back, but unexpectedly, Anson said, "Thank you." Ryan was stunned——

When he was serious, Anson was joking; when he was joking, Anson was serious.

This rhythm is completely out of sync and cannot be kept up with.

Ryan, "Huh?"

Anson's face was full of seriousness, "I said, thank you."

Looking at Ryan's astonished expression, Anson showed a smile in his eyes, "Everyone is complimenting and complimenting me tonight. I am so dazzled that I can't tell the difference between true and false. Now there is someone who is willing to calm down and listen. So, thank you. .”

"Ahem..." Ryan became uncomfortable instead, coughing to hide his panic.

This made Anson laugh heartily, "Haha."

At this time, Ryan was still young and inexperienced. At first glance, he looked like a fledgling. His childhood experience in the Mickey Mouse Club could not help, but it was precisely because of this that Ryan was able to advance in his career. After completing those performances in the early stage, I really found my place.

Anson took the initiative to change the topic, "Are you also worried about the results of 'Murder by Numbers'?"

Ryan sighed softly and said, "Worried. In fact, this is also my first large-scale release work. I don't even dare to look directly at myself on the big screen; but... judging from the current situation, I am no longer worried. It’s necessary.”

If nothing else, there is no chance of recovery for "Murder by Numbers". Loss is inevitable.

Anson, "Are you worried about Sandra too?"

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Ryan's hands holding the steering wheel trembled obviously——

Fortunately, it was quiet at night and there were no other cars on the street. Ryan quickly turned back to the steering wheel with a panicked look on his face, "I, ahem, why should I worry about Sandra."

Anson himself was stunned.

After a pause, Anson remembered the news from his past life. Ryan and Sandra fell in love while filming "Murder by Numbers" and the two dated for more than a year.

But for now, the paparazzi have not discovered this scandal, and it is still a secret.

Anson didn't mean anything in particular, but Ryan himself was already exposed.

A smile crept up on his brow, but Anson did not break it. Now it seems that Ryan and Sandra are not ready to make it public, "Because Sandra is the lead? Just like you are worried about Brad, you must also be worried about Sandra." ?”

Ryan then realized that his fussing might have given away the truth, "Oh, of course, I'm worried about Sandra. She's under more pressure than Brad and I. Neither of us has nothing to lose, but Sandra It’s different when you pull it.”

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Explanation is to cover.

Ryan also realized that he was talking more and more. He took a deep breath and used an emergency brake to control himself, "I think no actor can be an exception."

"The same goes for Tom Hanks, Tom Cruise, and Brad Pitt. They are equally nervous about the release of their first movie and the release of their 100th movie."

"Well, that's what I guessed."

The latter sentence seemed lacking in confidence, which made Anson laugh. Without breaking through Ryan's abrupt change of topic, he followed the words and said, "Maybe Nicolas Cage is an exception."

(End of this chapter)