Entertainment 2000: Supporting female stars will bring you a hundredfold return

Chapter 417 Moments of Grace
In the lens:
Charlize Theron grabbed an ashtray from the table and smacked the man across from her twice on the head.

Decisive and efficient, exuding a strong sense of assertiveness.

“Hey!” Will shouted at her, meaning that the interrogation phase was now his responsibility.

Charlize Todd threw the ashtray on the table and shrugged apologetically.

But his imposing aura still emanated from his narrow, squinting eyes.

"It's ready!" Tang Wen shouted from behind the monitor.

The actors nodded to each other and exited their performance.

the next day.

Charlize Theron auditioned for the scenes with Leonardo DiCaprio.

Finally, there's another actor, Keanu Reeves, who was recommended by Charlize Theron.

Because of some news from later generations, Tang Wen couldn't bring himself to like him.

They're even trying to snatch up "John Wick".

The audition did not go as well as expected.

Keanu Reeves' personal style is too "cool".

Charlize Theron is also known for her cool and aloof style.

When the two stand together, they look more like a pair of cold-blooded assassins who never smile.

They have great chemistry as a couple.

But they don't look like a couple at all.

Keanu Reeves is out of the running.

Brad Pitt was also rejected by Tang Wen on the grounds that his audition results were unsatisfactory.

Actually, Pitt is quite suitable for this role.

The performance was just as good as that of Leonardo DiCaprio and Will Smith.

However, given his current scandals, after careful consideration, the name "Leonardo" was ultimately chosen.

Charlize Theron's strong style pairs well with Will Smith's humor.

Leonardo DiCaprio is not an assertive person.

The two complement each other perfectly.

The choice of Leonardo DiCaprio was Tang Wen's way of having other plans for Will Smith.

A few days ago, while browsing through scripts submitted by screenwriters at Galaxy Entertainment, he came across a romantic comedy story titled "Dating a Doctor."

Tang Wen had never heard of the name, but he patiently read the story to the end.

Many movies have completely different names at the script stage and after they are released.

That's how the script is.

The protagonist's profession is revealed: dating expert, love consultant.

Four words immediately popped into Tang Wen's mind: "Everyone's Rival in Love"

This is clearly a classic Will Smith romantic comedy.

It received good reviews and performed well at the box office.

Since they had met, Tang Wen naturally wanted to bring the classic back to life, so he specially invited Will Smith for a drink.

In the afternoon, the Viper Bar opened two hours early for the two of them.

As a result, a female bartender started work early.

Recalling the boss's misleading words, I secretly complained:
I want to see just how handsome he is that I'd be willing to come to work here!

What Hollywood male star hasn't Viper seen?

Viper Bar is quite famous in Hollywood.

One reason is that the boss is Johnny Depp.

Secondly, the famous and talented actor River Phoenix died of a drug overdose right in front of the store...

Just then, the door was pushed open.

Tang Wen walked in, bathed in the afternoon sunlight.

sigh~
The female bartender unconsciously straightened up, her voice rising involuntarily: "Y-you, you're Tang?"

Tang Wen smiled slightly.

"Oh my god! If word gets out, those bitches will be so jealous of me..."

Will Smith arrived shortly after.

He ordered a drink and, without any hesitation, hugged Tang Wen.

"You're not here to comfort me, are you, buddy!"

"You need comfort?"

Not being selected in the audition is just a common occurrence for actors; it doesn't really count as a failure.

"All I need is comfort from a beautiful woman." Will Smith touched his protruding ears.

Shaking his head, Tang Wen tossed him the printed script of "Everyone's Rival".

"Discussing scripts in a bar? You're something else." Will Smith unconsciously regarded Tang Wen as a rather close and reliable friend!

"Last time we drank, your agent said he hoped you could try your hand at comedy films. I spent ages looking at scripts, my eyes were practically spinning, before I finally found a suitable one," Tang Wen said, sounding like a good buddy.

“Then I’ll have to take a good look!” Will Smith knew his stuff. When he saw the unique term “dating expert,” his eyes lit up and he became serious.

"Tang, what would you like to drink?" The female bartender leaned over again.

I don’t know if it’s an illusion.

Tang Wen felt that the collar of her shirt was open even wider.

Her career line is becoming increasingly deep.

However, Tang Wen didn't mean that. He ordered a bottle of Corona and drank it slowly.

"Tang, this story is fantastic!"

After finishing two bottles of beer and eating half a plate of pistachios, Will Smith finally finished reading the script.

"I think this role is perfect for me, let's sign a contract!"

Tang Wen's lips twitched: "Don't rush, this show can't start anytime soon."

Will waved his hand: "In Hollywood, good opportunities are seized. I really want to act..."

It was already evening when I came out of the bar.

Will Smith drove to CAA, took the script, and found his agent, a senior agent and one of CAA's partners.

"A new script?" Will's agent hesitated after reading it. "I feel like I've seen this story somewhere before. Wait a moment, let me ask."

"Is there a problem with the script?" Will Smith asked seriously.

"uncertain."

The agent made a few phone calls and told the story.

Less than half an hour later, the script and the screenwriter's materials were delivered to the office.

After reading it, the agent realized, "The screenwriter has been promoting this story within the industry for several years."

The script for "Hitch" circulated in the industry for five years before Will Smith chose it, but no one paid any attention to it.

Hearing this, Will felt relieved. As long as the script didn't involve plagiarism, everything else was negotiable: "I trust Don's judgment! And I like this character too."

The agent considered things more carefully: "Don's achievements in horror and fantasy films are undeniable. But Will, this is a romantic comedy."

Will Smith didn't hesitate: "Don made a romance movie called 'About Time,' which hasn't been released yet."

"why?"

“He wants it released next Valentine’s Day,” Will Smith shrugged.
"The project won't start immediately. Tang Wen has secured a share and lead on a comedy project from Paramount, with an estimated cost of over $8000 million. He said he'll use that project to practice his skills."

The agent's lips twitched, and he almost couldn't hold back: Paramount's comedy series, let's not even talk about how we got them.

Is it too extravagant to use an $8000 million project as a practice?
Those advertising directors and independent directors would be green with envy if they heard this!
The agent didn't say anything, but pressed for details about the project.

"Meet the Parents 2"

"So that's it," the agent exclaimed, suddenly realizing, "The first one made a fortune, but the second one was a disaster. Paramount has passed the buck to Don. Comedies are the hardest to make, and if Don can succeed, I have no objection to working with them!"

Will Smith shook his head repeatedly: "It will be too late by then. Let's sign the agreement first. I have faith in Tang!"

His tone was resolute, and he looked firmly into his agent's eyes.

“Fine, if you insist.” The latter had no choice but to compromise. Although he was a partner at CAA, Will Smith was no ordinary star.

The next day.

Will Smith acted swiftly, arriving at Galaxy Entertainment with his agent, lawyer, and family.

Contract matters will be discussed by an agent and a lawyer.

Will introduced his wife and son to Tang Wen.

There was no other purpose; I just wanted to pave the way for them.

Looking at Jaden Smith, who was only five or six years old, Tang Wen had many thoughts.

The Pursuit of Happines, The Karate Kid...

Will Smith has put in a lot of effort to promote his son.

Unfortunately, this little guy didn't inherit any of his good looks.

In addition, having come from a wealthy family and never experienced hardship, he couldn't even match Will's emotional intelligence and IQ.

His talent is also just average.

Even though Will Smith promoted it with two Karate Kid movies.

He's just a third-tier celebrity.

Tang Wen, of course, didn't show anything, and patted the little guy's head: "I think you'll definitely become a star in the future!"

The Wills immediately grinned, revealing their back teeth.

Tang Wen shook his head inwardly: We should really let those public intellectuals in China see who says that American parents abandon their children once they turn eighteen?

Unless a family is truly unable to afford it, what parent wouldn't want to pave the way for their child?
"The Pursuit of Happyness" is a critical and commercial success, so since I've thought of it, I should definitely get it.

After Will's family left, Tang Wen asked Lin Zhiling to handle the matter.

The original story is adapted from the autobiography of American African-American investor Chris Gardner.

You need to obtain authorization from the other party.

As long as you pay, there's nothing difficult about it.

"When should we meet the two assistant candidates?" Lin Zhiling was referring to "Carmen Keyes" and "Ivanka Dong".

"Next week, I'm going back to China this week!"

The two lead actors of the movie "Mr. & Mrs. Smith" are undergoing two weeks of intensive training.

The script and the production crew are readily available.

He can go back to his country for a week and come back next week to promote "Saw III".

The casting for the domestic version of "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils" awaits his decision.

This film has been delayed again and again, but it's finally going to start filming.

The Jin Yong project involved a substantial investment and featured numerous beautiful female characters.

Director Tang was worried that his subordinates wouldn't be able to handle the situation, so he wanted to go back and take charge himself.

"Okay! Take care of yourself when you get back," Sister Lin said softly, but with a hidden meaning.

Tang Wen chuckled: "Can you smell the aroma of green tea?"

"I like drinking green tea!" Sister Lin said fiercely.

She had heard Tang Wen explain the term "green tea," but it hadn't become widely known yet.

Tang Wen and Wang Zuxian, who came to audition, returned to China together.

Our first stop is Hong Kong.

As soon as they appeared, the two were surrounded by reporters, as usual.

Besides being concerned about the audition results for Joey Wong's trip to Hollywood, they were also concerned about the outcome.

The other issues are all old refrains.

The only thing missing is asking when the two of them will get married and have children.

Wang Zuxian earnestly denied the rumors, but it was completely ineffective.

How could tabloid reporters possibly believe they had a "pure sibling relationship"?

We arrived at the villa.

The servants were already treating Tang Wen as the master of the house.

The slippers and loungewear I prepared fit perfectly.

The family chef prepared several Shandong dishes according to his taste.

We ate and took a bath.

Tang Wen went into the dressing room and rummaged through Wang Zuxian's clothes.

Seeing that he hadn't come out for a while, the latter said with a mix of helplessness and indulgence, "The custom-made costume is at the very bottom of the wardrobe."

“I can still find it, but,” Tang Wen said, his tone revealing dissatisfaction.

"but what?"

"Why isn't there a White Snake?"

Wang Zuxian walked into the dressing room, blushing, and said, "I'll prepare it for you next time."

Tang Wen turned around and hugged her, but Wang Zuxian looked away, too embarrassed to meet his gaze.

When facing reporters in the afternoon.

She had just confidently declared that the two were siblings, and less than three hours later, she was already ordering custom-made clothes for her brother's hobby...

Sister Zuxian is very self-conscious and feels like she's a bad woman who seduced her younger brother.

Tang Wen didn't care about that and went further, sitting in the dressing room, looking in the large mirror, borrowing the beauty from the slope.

He whispered in her ear, "Not just the White Snake, I want the Green Snake too."

"Young man, you...you mean you have feelings for Manyu?"

“I have nothing to do with her,” Tang Wen interrupted, “but her scene with Fahai in the water is truly a classic.”

Wang Zuxian recalled that scene:
[Fahai: 'Demon, I need you to help me cultivate!']

If this scene were performed at home, wouldn't I be seducing Wen Di?
Just thinking about it made Wang Zuxian's face burn.

"Wife, how about I find you a younger sister, uh, I mean, you find a green snake to act with?"

Hearing such shameless words...

Even though Wang Zuxian doted on him, she was a little angry. She pinched him, but her scolding voice was gentle: "Little brother, stop causing trouble for others."

Tang Wen knew the time wasn't right, so he didn't force it.

Since I can't harm others, I'll just have to harm her instead.

Pirates of the Caribbean has finished its run in Hong Kong.

Tang Wen did not linger.

The next day, they flew to the capital.

Regarding the promotion of "Pirates of the Caribbean" in the country.

China Film Group called and asked if he wanted to personally handle the matter.

The news that Tang Wen's attendance at the film's promotional event could significantly boost box office revenue has already spread from overseas to China.

China Film Group estimates that Tang Wen is an international superstar who came from China.

If they were willing to personally conduct roadshows, they would definitely cause a sensation wherever they went.

The impact on box office revenue could be astonishing.

But Tang Wen wasn't interested.

Putting aside the fact that he is currently quite satisfied with the global box office.

Furthermore, "Caribbean" is a film distributed by China Film Group Corporation.

China Film Group will take 17% of the box office revenue as distribution fees.

Only about 15% of the total amount ends up in the hands of Tangwen and Disney.

Tang Wen was assigned only a few spots.

For the average director, this share is quite substantial.

It's higher than the director's salary.

We definitely need to work hard on the roadshow.

In particular, "Pirates of the Caribbean" was destined to be a blockbuster.

But for Tang Wen, this amount of money was insignificant.

He was too lazy to go, but it was really inconvenient for him to cancel everything.

They only agreed to two events, one in Beijing and one in Shanghai.

This is a way of giving face to the staff of China Film Group. The money earned can be considered as a benefit for them.

Since its release in the country, "Pirates of the Caribbean" grossed over 1000 million yuan in its opening weekend.

It definitely deserves high box office numbers...

After staying home all day, in the evening, the eldest sister, Tang Tang, received a phone call, and her expression turned serious:

"It's Liu Liu's phone. She quit her job a couple of days ago and was going to be your assistant. Lanxing arranged medical checkups for her and her family. The results just came back; her mother has a tumor..."

Tang Wen turned to look at his sister.

Tang Tang said, "She's panicked right now and wants to stay home with her mother."

Upon seeing that the assistant he had booked was about to fly away, Tang Wen immediately stood up: "How much money can she make if she stays at home? Sis, take me to meet her."

(End of this chapter)