American Entertainment: Starting with playing the role of Little Beaver

Chapter 105 Vampire Plan Premiere

From the perspective of the hierarchy of celebrities in the entertainment industry, a movie like "The Game Plan," with an investment of only 20 million, is not worthy of having Hogwarts kids help promote it. Not to mention anything else, Warner Bros. would never agree to it.

But when the producer of "The Game Plan" turned out to be Isabella America's true queen, the youngest person in history to own a billion-dollar box office, the youngest person in history to own an empty crown, the producer of the best opening TV show in history, and the lovely Miss Beaver Haywood, the Hogwarts kids could only mention it briefly.

The rule that governs this world is to treat people differently based on their status.

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Disney are naturally happy about this, as they are the beneficiaries.

And Warner...

Honestly, they were actually quite happy at that moment.

This is not only because Barry Mayer and Robert Iger are currently 'steadfast' allies.

Furthermore, the release date of "The Game Plan" is December 12th.

This is a very delicate release date, as New Line Cinema has scheduled The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King for December 17th of this year.

Yeah~
The bloodsucking scheme from a year ago is back online!
Although the "Competition Plan" project is completely incomparable to "The Voice of China" in terms of lineup and content.

But that doesn't matter, does it?

The emergence of "The Game Plan" was an unexpected bonus for Warner Bros., as it wasn't a project they specifically created to counter "The Lord of the Rings." So, could "The Game Plan" actually profit from "The Return of the King"? That would be ideal! If not? At least it would generate enough buzz to annoy Ted Turner!

We're already sworn enemies, so how could I possibly give up the chance to stab you in the back?

Right?

Then, after Warner's evaluation, they felt that the chances of "The Game Plan" successfully profiting from the competition were quite high.

Because mid-December is a very good time to buy.

Although a total of six films were released on the 12th, in addition to "The Game Plan", the rest were "The Story of Georges Bataille's Eyes", "Love is Priceless", "Close Brothers", "Girl with a Pearl Earring" and "Love is Compromise".

But none of them pose a threat to the "Game Plan".

This includes "Love Is Compromise," starring veteran actor Jack Nicholson.

Because Jack Nicholson can no longer draw crowds to theaters, while The Game Plan has Isabella.

Even though she didn't act in it.

Yes, right now, if Isabella's name appears on any project, it's guaranteed to be a box office A+!

Then, taking December 12th as the benchmark, counting back two weeks, the only film in the entire market that could be called a masterpiece was "The Last Samurai." And that movie... not to mention that "The Last Samurai" was quite ridiculous, using the banner of recreating historical facts to do typical American plots with white men looking down on everything, just in terms of genre, it and "The Game Plan" are not in the same category, and the target audiences are different. People who like to watch "Dances with Wolves" will not watch "A Basket of Kids."

So?

As soon as the relaxed environment appeared, Warner's face revealed an evil smile.

In their view, as long as The Game can get off to a good start in no man's land, given The Lord of the Rings' tendency to falter in the early stages, weaken in the later stages, and rely on long runs to boost box office, The Game will definitely take a bite out of it. At best, they would be lucky to get a top 8.

Once this fact occurs, it will be only a matter of time before New Line exits the stage of history and is merged into Warner.

Because after The Lord of the Rings ended, New Line Cinema had no more intellectual property.

No IP address, no results.

Without achievements, one is not qualified to operate as an independent company.

What? Someone said New Line Cinema still has The Hobbit?
relative--

The new line acquired "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" from the Weinstein brothers through a kickback deal!

If Disney sues New Line Cinema, then The Hobbit will be unable to be developed!
Because no film studio would invest in a project embroiled in copyright disputes!
Even if Ted Turner wanted to push, he couldn't force it!

And Disney is suing New Line?

Isn't that just a matter of Barry Mayer making a phone call to Robert Iger?

When Warner figured this out, they even wanted to stick out their little tongues and open the enemy's door.

This……

Perhaps they knew they were at a disadvantage?

Perhaps they knew the enemy was very powerful?

Robert Shea did not comment on the current situation.

Ted Turner also chose to remain silent.

Although Isabella was aware of all of this—after all, she was now Princess Hermione of Warner Bros.—she didn't want to get too involved in power struggles. The scheming and scheming were too mentally taxing, and all she wanted right now was a peaceful life…

"Oh~ Isa~ You're so beautiful~"

February 5, 2003, Los Angeles.

Two hours later, the premiere of "The Game Plan" will be held at the El Capitan Theatre, owned by Disney.

Isabella is currently getting her makeup and clothes done because she will be appearing on the red carpet.

In the entertainment industry, celebrities usually rent their gowns and jewelry when walking the red carpet.

Few people would actually spend money on these overpriced and gimmicky clothes and jewelry.

Therefore, sometimes, if a celebrity's logistics team is negligent and fails to find out what clothes their competitors have chosen, or if everyone has the same taste and the information is well-sealed, then it is indeed possible for celebrities to wear the same outfit on the red carpet.

Then, it's just a matter of who looks worse and who feels embarrassed.

However, none of the above would exist in Isabella's dictionary.

Firstly, she is very confident in her looks.

Being good-looking is her biggest advantage; wasn't it because she was good-looking that she got the role of Hermione Granger?
Secondly...

It's not that she's arrogant, but rather that the current fashion industry is no longer qualified to cater to her.

The fashion industry is the most snobbish place. If a celebrity has low popularity and average status, they have to beg and plead to rent clothes when attending events. But if a celebrity has high popularity and status? In 1990, when Madonna and MJ attended the Oscars together, the four-hour awards ceremony brought Madonna $450 million.

Back then, $450 million was already the top price for competitive hiring.

but now?
Brands typically give celebrity makeup artists red envelopes worth more than $5 each.

And this is just the throat-soothing fee that brands ask makeup artists to recommend their products to top celebrities.

Because the fees for top celebrities to use brands have been driven to exorbitant levels, when Isabella's self-produced IP "The Voice" can maintain an average viewership of 4500 million per episode, according to industry calculations, at this point, if brands like Chanel and Tiffany want to appear on Isabella's persona, they would have to pay Isabella $50 per minute.

No matter how prestigious those brands are, they can't afford Isabella anymore.

Since Isabella will never wear any designer brands in her life, how could she possibly end up wearing the same outfit as someone else?
As for what to wear if not brand names?

That would be custom-made, of course.

For today's red carpet event, Disney ordered two gowns for Isabella.

The tailor is from London.

One was a long evening gown-style dress, white satin with gold-embroidered English roses symbolizing passion. The strapless design perfectly showcased the delicate collarbones of the young girl as she grew up, and the gloves that reached her elbows made her appear dignified.

Her hair was worn down and she wore accessories.

With the appearance of the diamond crown and the delicate dangling of the gemstone earrings, it's hard not to say that the girl in the mirror isn't a princess.

"This outfit is indeed beautiful, but there's just a bit—"

"too heavy."

Perhaps it's because the girl in the mirror is really too beautiful?
As Isabella spoke, she raised her hand as gracefully as possible and pointed to her head.

This action made the people around him laugh.

This is not only because the public has a stereotype that royal princesses cannot use their fingers, which seems to violate royal etiquette, but also because Isabella's attempt to tuck her fingers in was quite adorable.

“Oh, Isa—even if you think it’s heavy, you have to carry it today.”

"Because the two dresses Disney provides are the same style, they share the same set of accessories."

Catherine pulled the hanger with another dress behind her younger sister.

With her movement, her jet-black long dress swayed and appeared.

The design of the second dress was exactly the same as the gown Isabella was wearing. The only difference was the pattern on the dress. The black satin resembled the night sky, and the silver threads wove out stars. With a slight movement, the Milky Way would flash.

To be honest, Isabella liked both dresses, but...

"Okay, then I'll just wear the outfit I'm wearing. I don't want to change."

Isabella pursed her lips, accepting the fact that she had 'no choice'.

The next second, her gaze drifted to her older sister, "Keisha, take note of this, I'm making the following arrangements."

"From now on, if anyone wants to order a dress for me, they'll have to tell me in advance. All the designs have to be discussed with me. If I don't think it's okay, then it can't be done, lest I... ah... my neck gets sore..."

When Isabella first spoke, Catherine listened attentively.

She genuinely thought her younger sister might not like the designers Disney hired.

But when Isabella started rubbing her neck in an affected manner, Catherine rolled her eyes and said, "If you're really tired, then take off your princess crown. I think you look pretty without it."

As she spoke, she raised her hand, as if to help Isabella remove the 'burden'.

This situation prompted Isabella to quickly speak up, "Hey—what are you doing—"

The sudden scream made Catherine stop what she was doing. Standing right behind Isabella, she raised an eyebrow, her smug expression perfectly captured in the mirror. "Oh~ Isabella~ Don't you find wearing a headdress tiring? I'm just helping you lighten the load."

"..." The little beaver's face darkened.

"Keisha, would it kill you to let me pretend for a little while?"

The little beaver glared angrily at her older sister, who was still taller than her in the mirror.

"meeting."

Catherine nodded vigorously and said with a smile, "I can accept you putting on an act in front of others, but in front of me?"

"Oh—darling—you're my sister—we've lived together for over ten years, I know what you're thinking, so when I know what you really think, you pretend in front of me?" "It's like a fierce cat suddenly becoming reserved, do you understand what I mean?"

"Oh, my dear sister, of course I understand what you mean!"

Isabella raised her voice, sounding annoyed, and said, "You're saying my behavior is like a cat on Downing Street."

"His name is Ruffian, but he insists on meowing."

"Hehehehe—"

Before Catherine could even reply with a look of agreement on her face...

Vivian, who was leaning back on the sofa, couldn't help but laugh.

He clapped his hands and said, "Okay, okay, stop messing around."

“Isa, you have limited time. Because you are the producer, you need to arrive early.”

"Keisha, don't disturb your sister's work. She holds grudges. Be careful, or she might make you do even more work for her next time."

“Hahahaha—” Catherine burst into laughter instantly at her mother’s words.

He raised his right hand and gave his mom a thumbs up.

Isabella, on the other hand, pulled a long face, adopting an attitude of "keep away strangers and keep away acquaintances."

Is everyone in her family bullying her?

hum~
I can't live this day!
Although Isabella had walked the red carpet three times before, the first three times she wore normal dresses, at most a little more glamorous than her everyday clothes. In terms of poise, her previous outfits were far less grand than this one.

The reasons for this situation are simple, and there are even two.

1. That means the previous three red carpet events were held either in November or December in the UK.

Winter in Britain is not only cold outdoors, but also often accompanied by occasional showers.

Wearing a formal gown to walk the red carpet is simply asking for trouble.

2. That's because she wasn't tall enough and looked too young before.

It's not very suitable for young children to wear formal attire.

but now?
Every two weeks, Warner's fashion designer would come and measure her body measurements.

Because filming for "Goblet of Fire" will begin next spring.

What's in that story?

A Christmas ball, my dear!

Time really flies, and growth often happens in the blink of an eye. Plus, Southern California is always warm, with daytime temperatures in Los Angeles reaching 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit in December. So, dressing up is a must.
To be honest, Isabella actually quite liked this kind of decisiveness because...

An hour later, Isabella boarded the limousine heading to the premiere.

No one is with me.

As usual, Catherine didn't want to show her face, so Isabella had her mother enter with her from backstage.

Although this was Isabella's first time walking the red carpet alone, it didn't matter.

As the theater sign drew ever closer, the clamor of voices reached her ears. The joyful shouts brought a smile to her face. As the limousine stopped and the door opened, she grasped the hand of a staff member and stepped out with flawless grace…

"Wowww——Isa——Isa——"

"Oh! My!! God!!! She is gorgeous!!!!!"

"Damn——She is like an angel——"

The thunderous roar made Isabella smile, revealing all eight teeth.

Although the accompanying "click-" sounds engulfed her in a sea of ​​flashes, how could the blinding light possibly become an obstacle on her path to receiving worshippers?
He raised his right hand and waved towards the crowd—

His long, slender arms resembled a conductor's baton at a concert.

In that instant, the dense crowd, like water boiling over, erupted with an even greater roar—

"Aaaaaaah!!! Isha!!! Isha!!!"

"Isabella waved at me!!! Isabella waved at me!!!"

"Oh my god!!! Isha is waving at me!!!"

"Isa!!! I love you!!! I love you!!!"

That's right~
Isabella wanted to dress up nicely mainly because this was her first time attending an event in North America.
If the people who come to support her are all fans who have liked her for a long time, wouldn't it be disrespectful for her to treat them casually?
Uh……

Ok……

She stopped pretending...

Actually, it feels amazing to be liked by someone!
Isabella loved the cheers and applause that followed!

I love the screams of being the center of attention!

I love heart-wrenching screams!

I hope the public will continue to like her!
So, in order to keep the fans interested, should we work diligently?
Isn't that what she should be doing?
They paused briefly at the drop-off point to allow the media to take photos.

Then he walked the red carpet and interacted with fans.

She gently tapped the outstretched hands of everyone;
She signed the posters that everyone handed her;

While greeting the official photographers, she also directed everyone to take a group photo with the fans present;
The moment she opened her arms, her excited shouts seemed to give a standard to what one should like...

This also left the creative team, who were waiting at the theater entrance to greet important guests, with some mixed feelings—

"Is this what an A+ is?"

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson muttered to himself.

The reason he crossed over into another field and changed careers was because he longed for fame.

But just when he felt he had worked extremely hard and performed exceptionally well...

Compared to Isabella, he was nothing but a nobody on the street.

"She's no longer an A+..."

"This isn't the kind of popularity an A+ could have..."

Gary Marshall shook his head with a sigh.

He is a well-known director in Hollywood.

"Pretty Woman", "Runaway Bride", and "The Princess Diaries" are all his works.

Because of his excellent work, and because the sequel to The Princess Diaries was cancelled.

So Disney commissioned him to create "The Game Plan".

Even though he has met a host of superstars over the past few decades, and even worked with the previously recognized A+ actress Julia Roberts twice, he still dares to say that he has never seen a star with such explosive popularity as Isabella.

because……

"Crossing over into other fields in the entertainment industry is very difficult. An A+ in the film industry is just a newcomer when they enter the music industry. An A+ in the music industry might be able to dominate the television industry, but they generally can't make history. As for the television industry... before, there weren't even any A+ level artists, let alone A+ level people. But after 'The Voice of China' came along..."

"To say that the current television industry should have a rating system is an insult to her."

"Even the most popular A+ celebrities in the entertainment industry have a limit, but she..."

“Every breath she takes now is creating new history.”

Although Gary Marshall felt he was telling the truth.

Those around him also knew that his description was not an exaggeration.

But at this moment, they still felt a surge of jealousy within them.

That was the yearning for the peak.

Just as Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson sighed slightly, feeling that he might never be able to reach even half of Isabella's height in his lifetime.

He was preparing to greet the princess with a smile when suddenly everything went blurry.

"Shh-"

Someone else was faster than him.

It darted right past him.

Upon closer inspection...

That's Margot Robbie.

After seeing Isabella say goodbye to the red carpet host and lift her dress as she climbed the theater steps, the little girl who had been waiting for her rushed out the door, shouting, "Oh—Isabella—" she waved her arms happily.

The familiar voice made Isabella raise her head slightly.

Today, the West Coast is bathed in golden sunshine.

The warm light, like a thin veil, spread across the earth and made the figures on the red carpet steps sparkle.

Upon seeing Robbie, Isabella's face lit up with a smile once again. "Hi~ Margot~"

Her sweet face was like a blooming rose, dazzling and captivating.

But it's also more like a giant black hole, absorbing everything.

Almost instantly, Robbie felt the figures in front of him become blurry...

"Oh—so beautiful—"

The little girl muttered to herself.

(End of this chapter)