As in the past, the recruitment of actors, directors and other behind-the-scenes positions was quickly sent out through media recruitment and agency announcements based on the situation of guild announcements.

Ronan is still the director.

The role of an excellent director in the film is self-evident, and Shahai Entertainment has also initially contacted several directors.

Someone recommended the director to Ronan.

In a café in Burbank, Anne Hathaway had just returned to Los Angeles after Christmas from New York. After hearing that Shahai Entertainment was looking for the director of "Summer of Jeans", she quickly contacted Ronan and asked him to meet him here.

The two have a very deep old relationship. Looking at Ronan opposite, Anne Hathaway asked with great concern: "I heard that you are looking for a director for "Summer of Jeans". Is there a suitable candidate?"

Ronan glanced at Anne Hathaway. Anne Hathaway was bold and sometimes she thought things were rough, but she was also a little careful when she was affected by the Hollywood environment.

"I have contacted several directors." Ronan said simply: "I haven't replied yet."

Hearing this, Anne Hathaway felt relieved. If Ronan had already confirmed the director's candidate, she would not have had to say more.

Anne Hathaway smiled and said, "I think there may be someone."

Ronan asked directly: "Who? Tell me."

Anne Hathaway slowly stirred the coffee and said, "Gary Marshall, the director who worked with me on "The Princess Diary", has a lot of experience in filming this type of film."

Hearing this name, Ronan thought seriously. In some ways, "Summer of Jeans" and "The Princess Diary" have many similarities, and can even be attributed to the same genre of movies.

Anne Hathaway said: "Director Gary Marshall has previously directed "The Enemy", "The Pretty Beauty" and "The Running Bride". He is also good at films with women as the protagonists."

Ronan nodded and said, "I know something about Director Marshall."

To be honest, the director recommended by Anne Hathaway is still very reliable.

But Ronan also had doubts, thought about Gary Marshall's situation, and asked: "Annie, how old is Gary Marshall this year? Are you seventy?"

Anne Hathaway recalled and said, "It should be seventy-one soon."

"Where is his physical condition?" Ronan expressed his biggest doubts.

After all, a director in his seventies cannot ask him to face high-intensity directorial work like a director in his forties or fifties.

Anne Hathaway immediately understood Ronan's concern and said, "He is in good health. Disney is interested in asking him to film the second part of "The Princess Diary"."

Ronan nodded and said, "Gary Marshall is also a good candidate. Anne, thank you for your recommendation."

"Why are you polite to me?" Anne Hathaway said deliberately with a hint of dissatisfaction: "Why did you suddenly meet me?"

She whispered: "I am the heroine of this project and I hope the crew can find a good director."

Ronan laughed: "Don't worry, Anne. I will definitely find the director who is the best for this project."

Anne Hathaway heard the meaning of Ronan dialect and asked, "There are other candidates at the moment."

"Didn't I just say that I have contacted several directors and have not replied yet." Luo Nan said casually: "The company also needs to conduct investigations based on the actual situation."

Even though he had a special relationship with Anne Hathaway and had many special exchanges, Ronan would not be in such an important job. He only followed her recommendations and made a rash decision.

Anne Hathaway is the heroine and is very concerned about the future director. She asked: "Can you know which director candidates are there?"

Ronan pondered for a moment and said, "I was in contact with Nancy Meyers before, but she has never replied. This female director has a natural advantage in female subjects."

"It's her." Anne Hathaway knew the famous female director: "One of the best female directors in Hollywood right now."

Ronan said directly: "The Gary Marshall you recommend is also good, and he will also become one of the main choices for Shahai Entertainment."

Multiple candidates mean that there is an additional backup plan.

Needless to say, Gary Marshall has been working with Julia Roberts before, and many of the big-mouthed romance movies by Big Mouth are all directed by Gary Marshall.

Nancy Meyers is a screenwriter and is currently the most famous work. One is "Born of a Couple" adapted from the children's books by German writer Erich Kesterner, which made Lindsay Lohan famous as a super child star; the other is the famous "100% Men", which sets the box office record of female directors.

Anne Hathaway talked to Ronan about the movie and asked, "Do you have time this weekend? Let's go to Las Vegas together?"

Ronan shook his head: "Sorry, Anne, I'm very busy with work recently." Seeing Anne Hathaway's slightly disappointed expression, he briefly explained: "I'm going to San Francisco the day after tomorrow and may stay there for a while."

Anne Hathaway said, "So busy."

Luo Nan smiled: "I acquired an Internet company some time ago and just completed the expansion of shares and capital injection. The company has several adjustments, and I need to go over and take a look."

"Okay." Anne Hathaway said very seriously: "I will wait for you to come back in Los Angeles."

When Ronan thought of staying in San Francisco for a while, he took the initiative to invite him: "Annie, go to my place tonight. My chef has learned a few new dishes. Are you interested in trying it?"

Of course Anne Hathaway would not refuse and said, "Okay." She glanced at her watch and said, "Where am I waiting for you?"

Ronan thought for a while and said, "You can go around it. I will go to Warner Studios. After handling the work, I will call you."

"Yeah." Anne Hathaway nodded.

Ronan quickly left the cafe and rushed to Warner Studios. This afternoon, he made an appointment with Jeffrey Abrams to discuss some things about "Hurricane Rescue".

As early as Ronan left Los Angeles and went to East Asia, Shahai Entertainment signed a director contract for "Hurricane Rescue" with Jeffrey Abrams. Jeffrey Abrams also started the formal preliminary preparations with the assistance of Steven Mark, the producer hired by the crew.

"The funds will be in place after the New Year."

In the studio's office, Ronan said to Jeffrey Abrams: "You don't have to worry about this, all the preparations will go as planned."

Although Jeffrey Abrams was the first time to serve as the director of a formal film, he has worked as a screenwriter, actor and producer in Hollywood since 1990 and now, and has directed TV series, and his experience and ability are not a problem.

He said: "Can all the funds be available before the start of the shooting?"

Ronan answered very surely: "I just successfully raised funds." He also stabilized people's hearts: "The total financing amount in the first phase was as high as nearly US$300 million."

Jeffrey Abrams felt like he was gasping for breath. Such a large financing, let alone a low-investment project like "Hurricane Rescue", there would be no problem even if it was promoted at the same time.

In an instant, Jeffrey Abrams was relieved and said, "Mr. Anderson, as long as there is no problem with the funds, I am confident that I will complete the shooting in the middle of next year and complete all post-production by November. I will definitely not delay the release plan for next year's film."

He then said: "For the sake of shooting, I hope that during the preparation period, the actors can have more training."

Jeffrey Abrams saw things very clearly and knew that he might not have enough weight when facing the male lead Liam Neeson.

Ronan asked directly: "What are your plans?"

Jeffrey Abrams said: "You told me that when this movie was filmed and produced, use as little as possible with the currently popular g effects."

"Yes." Ronan emphasized: "I hope this video will give people a more realistic view."

Jeffrey Abrams stood up, opened a sketch hanging on the wall, pointed to some design patterns, and said, "In this way, the action effect that can directly achieve the most effective purpose during shooting is to allow Brian to flexibly and freely remove all obstacles."

Ronan quite agrees: "This is also the effect I want."

"So, I'm going to arrange a lot of pre-shooting rehearsals for Liam Neeson because I want him to do his best to complete the action of the film himself." Jeffrey Abrams said very seriously: "Of course, I won't let him jump off the bridge or crash, but he has a lot of fighting scenes, so it takes a lot of time to practice, which is very strict and demanding for him. After the early rehearsal, he must be able to complete at least all the fight scenes, which can also make the shooting more handy and as he wants."

"I understand." Ronan could understand what the meaning was after this: "Liam is undergoing fitness training. After the New Year, he will join the crew and practice with the action design. Don't worry, I have communicated with Liam. A lot of rehearsals are not a problem."

Jeffrey Abrams breathed a sigh of relief: "That's good."

Liam Neeson is the biggest actor in the crew and has also been nominated for the Oscar. The communication issues with him are Jeffrey Abrams' biggest concern.

Ronan said again: "Liam Neeson is very dedicated and everything can be carried out according to the plan. If you have any questions, you can communicate with me in time."
Chapter completed!