American Entertainment: Taylor Swift wrote a song for the beginning

Chapter 235 Luxurious Cast
Anne Hathaway had just been nominated for an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in 2009 and was at the rising stage of her career. Now that Ryan has pulled her out of the quagmire, it can be considered a help to some extent.

"But you haven't told me what type of movie this is?" Anne Hathaway asked quietly.

"A low-budget campus comedy, does it need a script?" Ryan roughly described the second female lead in the script, and mentioned several other characters by the way.

"It's not that I don't want to act, I just think this role doesn't quite fit my image..." Anne Hathaway thought for a moment and whispered.

"The leading female role has already been chosen. Even though you're more famous than her, the image of a high school student doesn't suit you, right?" Ryan thought for a moment and said.

After much discussion, Ryan and Anne Hathaway finally decided to let her play a cameo role as a rich girl with a small part.

"If you ask me... the second female lead has a lively personality. I thought of someone who also made a guest appearance in Valentine's Day. You should have met her, right?" Anne Hathaway fell into speculation.

"You mean Emma Roberts?" Ryan heard it.

"Yes, she is obviously more suitable, but I don't know if she is willing to perform." Anne Hathaway said.

"I guess she would like to." Ryan laughed, thinking of what she had said to him before.

"Do you need me to contact her?" Annie asked, taking the initiative to take charge of the matter.

Seeing that Ryan did not refuse, Anne Hathaway took out her cell phone and called Emma Roberts in front of Ryan.

"I have a campus youth comedy right now, and I want to play the second female lead. Are you interested?" Anne Hathaway said.

"Of course I will also make a guest appearance, the cast..." Anne Hathaway looked at Ryan.

Ryan nodded.

"Emma Stone is the leading female role, and Ryan Rivers is the leading male role. Do you agree to star in the film? Okay, see you on the set tomorrow." Anne Hathaway nodded.

"I didn't expect it to be so smooth. When she heard you were going to be in the role, she was so excited that she didn't even ask about your salary," Annie continued.

"What does she want to do? You are a man with a fiancée." Annie didn't know how to describe it, but when she thought about this being Hollywood, she felt it was quite normal. After all, "red sofa" and "changing wardrobe" are commonplace here.

The so-called wardrobe swapping refers to couples on the set. This phenomenon began to appear in Hollywood in the mid-20th century. For example, the famous actress Grace Kelly was well-known in the circle for her frequent wardrobe swapping. Later, she was sold to Monaco by her greedy father and became the Princess of Monaco.

"She asked me to meet her tomorrow. As the producer, of course you have to come along." Anne Hathaway looked at Ryan.

Do you think I'm a producer?
Ryan informed her of the details.

"Investing in movies? Then I have to advise you to be cautious." Anne Hathaway couldn't help but say.

"It's confirmed." Ryan said.

Anne knew that once the arrow is shot, there is no turning back, so she said no more: "When is it expected to be released?"

"As soon as possible, preferably within this year." Ryan thought about it and, considering the opportunity cost, of course, the sooner the better.

The two continued chatting for a while, and Anne saw that it was getting late, so she said goodbye to Ryan.

"If there is any emergency, feel free to call me." Annie finally said.

Before entering the elevator, Anne turned back and waved to Ryan.

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The next day, Ryan and Anne Hathaway appeared on the Valentine's Day set again. Anne Hathaway's scenes had been filmed, and today they were filming Julia Roberts' scenes. Julia Roberts has worked with director Gary more times than Anne Hathaway, so of course she also has a part in this compilation movie.

As for Emma Roberts, she was purely here to see her aunt. When she saw Ryan coming with Anne Hathaway, she couldn't help but look at the two of them carefully.

"How did you two get together? Ryan Rivers, as soon as Taylor left, you hooked up with another actress. Isn't that so disloyal?" She couldn't help but grin.

"Ryan and I are working together normally," Anne Hathaway quickly clarified. Ryan had already told her last night not to leak the matter.

Just this morning, Anne Hathaway received news that the FBI announced the termination of its investigation into her. However, the previously collected evidence materials will not be returned but will be used as evidence, such as her previous diary.

"I'm warning you, don't be like those paparazzi," Ryan said.

Emma Roberts stuck out her tongue and grinned at Ryan.

Ryan then got down to business with Emma Roberts.

Emma Roberts readily agreed, but on the other hand, she asked indirectly about their relationship.

"Don't worry about it." Annie stopped him quickly.

On the other side, Ryan noticed Julia Roberts who was filming.

Compared to Anne Hathaway, Julia Roberts is an actress with real box office appeal. If she could be invited to join "The Scandal", it would definitely add a lot of color to the film.

Ryan set his sights on Emma Roberts: "Don't be too happy yet. If you want to act, you have to agree to one condition of mine."

"Oh? So you like the audition couch thing? If you're willing to write a song for me, I'd consider it." Emma Roberts flicked her hair and put on a mean girl expression.

With her father and aunt here, Emma Roberts naturally has more resources than actresses of the same age, but it is not so easy for her to devote herself.

"You really don't deserve it." Ryan smiled slightly.

"Whatever you say." Emma snorted.

"Okay, Ryan wants to invite your aunt to make a guest appearance." Anne guessed Ryan's intention.

"My aunt...she is very busy and has high requirements for scripts. She won't agree to every play." Emma Roberts immediately shook her head.

But she saw Ryan already walking towards her aunt.

The two actresses quickly chased after him.

When Julia Roberts was taking a break from filming, Ryan took the initiative to approach her and say hello.

"Ryan Rivers, an emerging male singer! I know you." She took the coffee handed to her by the assistant, and was served by three or four assistants around her, like a noble lady in the palace.

Emma Roberts also came over at this time: "Aunt, he wants to invite you to make a guest appearance in a movie."

"Sorry, I don't have time. Except for some old friends, I won't accept any guest appearance invitations from anyone else." She refused without saying a word.

"Aunt, just think of it as for me!" Emma Roberts couldn't help but say.

"Go find your dad." Julia Roberts smiled.

"Just this time, you know, there are no suitable commercial films for me except some art films." Emma Roberts couldn't help but plead.

"I'm busy, Emma," Julia reminded again.

"Then we will shoot according to your schedule. It will only take two days at most." Ryan also spoke up at this time.

"That's right, you just gave birth and have a lot of free time." Emma muttered.

Julia curled her lips, feeling somewhat helpless towards Emma, but after thinking about it, she finally let go: “I want to read the script first.”

"Someone will deliver it today." Ryan breathed a sigh of relief.

On the other side, the crew continued filming, and the three of them came to the edge again.

"The cast is getting even more stellar." Anne couldn't help but say. Even Julia Roberts was relieved, which brought the commercial potential of this film to a new level.

"Is there any way to increase the stakes further?" Ryan was still not satisfied.

"Why not just move the Valentine's Day lineup over there." Emma couldn't help but say, more as a joke.

"That's not necessary. There aren't many male characters in the movie." Ryan said subconsciously, implying that he had really considered this.

"Since there are so many, why not add one more? Do you want to consider letting Jessica Alba join the movie?" Anne took the initiative to ask. "Hey, what's going on between you two? Are you really together?" Emma couldn't help it. She was just joking before, but now she felt that Anne was more obedient to Ryan.

"It's my duty to do all this for Ryan," Anne couldn't help but say.

"You haven't been brainwashed by him, have you?" Emma couldn't think of the reason.

Anne smiled and didn't care.

Emma saw Ryan's gaze again and chose to shut up.

"Whether she agrees to act or not, we should give it a try."

"I don't have any contact information." Anne Hathaway shook her head.

"I can't help you, I can only wish you two good luck." Emma also said.

Neither of them was familiar with Jessica Alba, but Ryan knew that one of them could definitely contact Jessica Alba.

Ryan found the director, who was repeatedly watching the images on the monitor.

"What do you want to do with her?" Gary asked.

"There is a movie that wants her to play a supporting role..." Ryan did not hide his connection with the movie.

"You're pretty quick." Gary reacted immediately and said with a smile, "Young man, what happened before..."

"As long as it's a reliable script, I won't refuse it." Ryan reminded that he would not hide away from money.

Gary nodded and this time took the initiative to help Ryan make an appointment with Jessica.

"Are you in Los Angeles today...Nothing much, just a young man wants to meet you and talk about a new movie. As for the pay..." He looked at Ryan.

Seeing that Ryan didn't shake his head, Gary continued, "Of course, you can discuss the details of the salary."

Soon Gary hung up the phone.

"Jessica is free today. She's short of money lately. As long as the pay meets her expectations, she shouldn't refuse." Gary shrugged and talked about her situation.

"After Fantastic Four, she hasn't gotten any A-level big-budget movies. She's been in low-budget movies, and she's often played sex symbol roles in those movies," Gary said of her situation.

She has a GIF that's been circulating a lot, and it's based on a recent movie.

"Maybe in a few years, she will be completely forgotten. There are too many actresses." He looked at Anne Hathaway and Emma Roberts behind Ryan.

After saying goodbye to Gary, Ryan reunited with Anne Hathaway and Emma.

"I have already met your requirements, so I won't go." Emma shook her head.

Ryan then looked at Anne again.

"My scenes have been filmed." Anne Hathaway was very happy to go with Ryan.

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As Gary said before, Jessica immediately showed interest in the film when she heard that the film had a luxurious lineup including Emma Stone, Emma Roberts, Anne Hathaway, Julia Roberts and Ryan.

"How much can you offer as pay?" Jessica Alba's agent couldn't help but ask.

"It's a low-budget movie." Ryan didn't respond.

"Then Jessica has a better choice. If the producers want more stars to star in the film, they must have a corresponding budget. Other people are not my responsibility, but I have to be responsible for Jessica's interests. Can you make the decision, singer?" The man stared at Ryan.

"20 US dollars." Ryan said.

"There's no room for discussion." The agent looked at Jessica.

Jessica Alba also said: "My basic salary is 50 US dollars."

"It's just a small role." Anne Hathaway said quickly.

"Of course, if it's an important role, the price will only be higher. If you want Jessica to show up in the film, the minimum price will be this," the agent said quickly.

"Considering the cast and the script itself, this movie has a high probability of being a hit. You have to consider the subsequent impact of starring in this movie, which is much better than those crappy scripts you have on hand," Ryan argued.

"Yes, that's what every producer said. Ryan, you are also an artist. We don't accept blank checks. If you are so confident in this movie, you won't care about this little salary." The agent retorted.

"30W, this is the limit I can bear."

"40, not a cent less."

"Okay, Albert." said Jessica who was sitting there.

"Why don't we both make some concessions, $35. Ryan, what do you think?" Jessica looked at Ryan.

"Deal." Ryan nodded.

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In the elevator leaving, Anne Hathaway couldn't help but say to Ryan: "Why do I feel like she's short of money?"

“No one is not short of money.”

"I mean, her financial situation seems to be a little difficult," Anne reminded.

"Maybe my husband lost money?" Ryan thought.

"Her husband is just an assistant director and has no earning power," Anne Hathaway continued.

"Her choice is different from that of most women." Ryan thought for a moment.

"Yes, she may value feelings more. She dated her boyfriend for four years before getting married." Anne Hathaway continued.

"Women like this are rare in Hollywood."

"Who says she isn't? She is a devout Catholic who places great importance on pure love, so she is very conservative. She is a bit out of place, so she can't get any good roles."

"Is that why we are in financial trouble?" Ryan sorted out the facts.

Madam, you don’t want your husband to go bankrupt, do you?
"Probably."

The elevator reached the first floor. When Anne got out of the elevator, she swung her arm and accidentally touched Ryan's hand.

"Where are we going next? To find the producer? Or to the set?" Anne turned to look at Ryan.

"The preliminary preparations are almost finished. I have to go back to Florida right away. There are still a lot of things waiting for me to deal with there." Ryan said.

"Oh, okay, then see you on the set?" Anne Hathaway added, feeling a little lost.

"Do you need me to take you home?" Ryan nodded.

"I can have my assistant pick me up."

"Or, will you come back to the hotel with me?" Ryan suddenly said.

Anne Hathaway told herself yesterday that her new boyfriend was just a shield in order to quickly extricate herself from the incident. In other words, Anne Hathaway is still in a period of being single.

"I...you know, I don't want to ruin your relationship with Taylor. You and she are an enviable couple." Anne Hathaway laughed.

"Don't take yourself so seriously, you can't ruin anything," Ryan reminded her.

"Let me make it clear first, you can't fall in love with me." Anne Hathaway couldn't help but laugh.

(End of this chapter)