There is a kind of black magic in the movie title "Ghost". All male stars who saw this title rejected the project without exception.
On the one hand, Ronald's films are famous for highlighting heroines; on the other hand, it was Niceta who solved Ronald's doubts.
It turns out that since the golden age of Hollywood, male protagonists who play a ghost are usually classified as lacking masculinity.
This is a cultural difference. The ghost movies in Xiangjiang have female ghosts, male ghosts, and Taoist priests who catch ghosts as the protagonists. Hollywood ghost movies are relatively very feminine, which may be different from
Ghosts are a very eccentric character in American film culture.
For example, in Hollywood's earliest ghost movie classic "The Phantom of the Opera", the male protagonist Lon Chaney was the makeup master at that time and was called "The Man with a Thousand Faces". It is conceivable that he could only play some weird male roles. Except
The only ghosts in The Phantom of the Opera are ugly men like Quasimodo in Notre Dame de Paris.
This started a tradition that the male protagonists in ghost movies were not played by handsome celebrities.
After the 1950s, ghost movies, which were movies with a female audience, were robbed of the market by TV dramas. Therefore, the tradition that ghost movies have nothing to do with male hormones has been inherited to this day.
Among the male stars who were invited to audition, only Tom Cruise expressed interest and hoped to interview him about the entire cooperation format.
"But the ghost hero in this movie has nothing to do with the feminine image of The Phantom of the Opera... These people will regret it..."
As the casting director, Ronald invited Julia Taylor, who he had worked with many times. Paramount responded to his requests, and all the cast and crew were equipped according to high quality.
"If you don't tell me now, you won't regret it later. You'd better think about it for me, as well as those celebrities, even old ones, who can play this role." Ronald said to himself, don't talk about them, I feel a little regretful now.
I didn’t expect that Hollywood still discriminates against ghost movies.
"Don't worry, Ronald, with your current appeal in Hollywood, there will always be male stars who want to work with you."
The speaker was Polly Platt, the producer Ronald sent to the set of "Dances with Wolves." Kevin Costner was shooting very slowly, partly because of his inexperience as a director, and partly because
This is because Costner used a sequential shooting method that often moved the crew back and forth between locations.
However, Polly Platt had a lot of experience, and the crew's costs were still within control. The film was shot forward bit by bit, and the film was accumulated foot by foot.
Polly Platt missed her daughter, and her long-term business trip in pristine terrain like the National Park was a bit too much for her health. Ronald simply transferred her back to Los Angeles to work as an art director for his new film, and also enjoyed a 9-to-5 job.
working hours.
The person who took over Pratt's work was Rachel Talalay, another strong woman who was spotted by Ronald on the set of "Hairspray". Later, she also helped Ronald produce the "Fighting World" filmed in Hong Kong, and
Those film crews who work on action movies are also very tough and capable of working together.
Talalay had just finished handing over work to Pratt, and she came over to ask Ronald what the boss had to say to supervise the production of a western film that was all on location.
"Ha, that's all what Polly said to you." Ronald would not interfere with the work of a mature producer. "I only give you a promise as a last resort."
Taking over such a large crew in the middle, Rachel Talalay has to go through challenges. However, Ronald has great confidence in her. She can even handle the Xiangjiang martial arts where she doesn't understand the language. Some fake Indians should not be difficult.
"What promise?" Rachel Talalay has to face a star like Kevin Costner this time. She has more authority from Ronald and it will be easier to work. After all, he is not like Polly
·Pratt is a senior in Hollywood, and Costner should also respect him.
"If anyone doesn't listen to you, just call me and tell them that if they don't follow your plan, come to me and reason with them face to face. You let them choose one...
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Ronald imitated Michael Ovitz's method, letting Talalay play the bad Cop, and himself playing the worse Cop... to intimidate the crew not to go beyond the shooting plan.
On the one hand, Ronald is a major investor, and on the other hand, he is also well-known in Hollywood. Many people know the legend of the tyrant on the set. He can be kind to the male and female protagonists and coax them as much as possible to achieve good results.
However, he has little patience with ordinary staff members and supporting actors, and he always attaches great importance to progressing according to the script shooting schedule. There are some scenes that are not completed to 100 points, and he rarely delays them. He often would rather reduce the number of scenes to ensure the progress.
Kevin Costner may still have room to bargain with the two female producers. If it were Ronald, he would definitely pass with 60 points and then catch up on the progress.
"I understand, I will use you as a nuclear deterrent..."
"Bingo, nuclear deterrence is most effective only when there is a threat. It's best not to let me go...hehe." Ronald is used to commuting to and from get off work on time, and now he is not very keen on business trips.
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Casting director Julia Taylor pointed to a large pile of audition photos on the table. These were all pictures that various agents had made through connections after hearing that Ronald was going to start filming this romantic drama with Paramount.
Recommended actors.
"Ah, no, we can't use newcomers in this movie..." Ronald waved his hand vigorously, indicating to his Julia Taylor to throw all the photos of Julia Taylor into the box next to her.
The male star's audition didn't go well, and Ronald didn't want to go back and choose a new guy to play. This kind of commercial film needs stars, so everyone saves trouble.
The most important publicity cost is that if there are no stars to participate, then Paramount and Ronald will have to invest twice as much money in marketing as if they invited stars to perform.
Therefore, in some cases, it is cheaper to hire stars than not to hire stars. Such romantic love movies between men and women do not have many opportunistic ways. Unlike working girls who can take advantage of successful female secretaries, when Harry meets
Shangshali can take advantage of the word-of-mouth spread among middle-aged audiences.
This play is aimed at a very broad public, that is, men and women who yearn for love. It involves ghost plots, and it is impossible to get the church to endorse it and help with marketing and promotion. There is no opportunistic way, the only way is to smash it with a sledgehammer, and it will definitely
To find a star, it is best to be a male star that the female audience particularly likes.
"What is this?" In the middle of a lot of audition photos, there was an audition photo material. It looked very thick and was specially wrapped in an envelope. Julia Taylor found it very interesting and opened the envelope, except for a resume.
In addition to the audition photos, there is also a videotape inside.
"Let's see?" Julia Taylor is a little interested in this kind of actor who can make such a grand announcement when he self-recommends himself. This at least shows that this person has a deep background and can make connections with his assistant...
"I'm not interested. Such a person is definitely not a star."
"Ah, it turns out to be Godwin's grandson." Julia Taylor had opened the envelope over there, and what fell out was an audition photo of a very strange-looking person. His nose and forehead looked like he was from Eastern Europe.
Jews.
"Which Goldwyn?" Ronald took the audition photo from Julia Taylor and turned it to the back. There was the actor's resume on it.
"Tony Goldwyn?" Ronald read out his name, and looked at his resume again. Sure enough, he was the founder of MGM, the grandson of Samuel Goldwyn, the then Hollywood production tycoon, and the winner of previous Oscar awards.
Son of producer Samuel Goldwyn Jr.
"Why is he here to join in the fun if he doesn't inherit his grandfather and father's family business? He still wants to be the leading actor?" Ronald threw the audition photos into the box.
"No, Tony Goldwyn seems to be the villain supporting actor he is targeting." Julia Taylor had already inserted the videotape into the machine, and what popped up was Tony Goldwyn's self-introduction and many of the villains he had played before.
Editing of characters.
"Okay, let's keep him here and give it a try. I think this person looks very evil."
Ronald took his resume out of the garbage box and handed it to Taylor. Not only did this man look like a villain, but he also had a weak spirit unique to boys from rich third-generation families.
In the movie Ghost, the villain is the hero's good friend. He has always coveted the hero's career and wife, but usually only follows the hero's lead. Tony Goldwyn seems like a good boy at first glance, but if given the opportunity, he will do a lot behind the scenes.
The character of evil things.
"Yes, that's right, there are still some actors in Hollywood who haven't seen this script yet, so they simply changed the name of the script to a pseudonym, and called it... The End of Love..."
Ronald sighed in trouble when he thought about the male protagonist.
The male lead was put aside for now and started auditioning for the female lead first. Ronald made appointments for Nicole Kidman and Demi Moore, who he thought had the greatest hopes, to come over for auditions tomorrow.
The next morning, the first person to audition was Nicole Kidman. Her acting skills were not mature enough. Growing up in Australia, she had some problems with how some girls in America should react in certain situations.
A natural place.
"Very well, Miss Kidman, we will notify you when we have news..." Ronald personally took the shot of Nicole Kidman's audition clip. The reddish blond hair was in front of the camera.
Inside the camera, the facial lines are even more flawless.
Although the acting skills are still lacking, the audience's feelings in the camera are enough to cover up any unnaturalness.
More importantly, if Kidman decides to star, he will have the opportunity to find Tom Cruise to co-star. In this case, it will be a very significant benefit to the box office.
"Ronald, do you have a chance to chat?"
Kidman came to the audition with her boyfriend Tom Cruise. After Kidman went out, Tom Cruise's head popped out from behind the door and he wanted to talk to Ronald.
"Of course..." Ronald motioned to the audition director to go out first, then closed the door, and the two sat there and chatted alone.
"The movie I am a screenwriter will start shooting before the end of the year. I would like to appear in the movie with Nicole and play a couple. If your movie can be postponed for a while..."
"Why don't you and your girlfriend come to film my movie first?" Ronald looked at Tom. This guy seemed to be fascinated by this Australian girl. So much so that he gave up his usual habit of finding older girlfriends.
, and Kidman, who is younger than him, spends time together every day.
And judging from what he means, he wants to personally bring Kidman into the Hollywood circle, star in romantic movies with him, and use his own fame to help Kidman become famous quickly.
"Ah, I don't know, Ronald. This movie is a new attempt of mine. You also know that I have dyslexia. This movie took a lot of effort on my part..."
"Okay, I understand, then you go ahead and make your racing movie. For my part, I have to find other male and female stars. I will tell you if there is any result..."
"Thank you, Ronald." Cruise smiled happily and sweetly. It seemed that this girlfriend meant a lot to him.
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In the afternoon, it was time to audition Demi Moore. Ronald and Julia Taylor were sitting in the audition room, each having a cup of coffee and chatting about whether they should wait for Kidman.
"If Nicole Kidman is used, then the male lead must be matched by Tom Cruise. I'm not saying that Cruise is not good, but if he plays this role, the entire script may need some work.
Modifications……"
This chapter is not over, please click on the next page to continue reading! "Yes, he is so beautiful. The audience has to believe that such a man will love a woman wholeheartedly, but he really needs some foreshadowing to have the obsession not to go to heaven.
and modifications.”
"Really, you feel the same way? In fact, I think what this script needs is the kind of actor who doesn't look the most handsome, but is very masculine, just like..." Julia Taylor's words
Before he could finish speaking, there was a knock on the door of the audition room.
"Please come in..."
"Good afternoon, Ronald..." The person who walked in was Demi Moore who was here for the audition.
"Ah? Shxt!"
Ronald stood up from his chair in surprise. He looked at Demi Moore who came in. She had cut her long black hair into an ear-length bob.
"Are you wearing a wig? Tell me, you are wearing a wig!" Ronald jumped directly from the back of the audition table to the front, approached Demi Moore and looked carefully, and even reached out to pull her hair.
"Ouch! It's real hair..."
Demi Moore expected to shock the audition director and Ronald, but she didn't expect his reaction to be so big.
In addition, her hair was pulled a little painfully, Demi Moore took the opportunity to fall into Ronald's arms, and then pressed her whole chest against him... Her two black eyes looked up at Ronald smartly.
, made a playful face.
Ronald pushed Demi Moore away from him, his eyes were wide open, and he looked up and down, and realized that his hair had indeed been cut short, and there was no chance of remedying it.
"Why do you want to cut your hair short? Why didn't you ask me before you cut it?" Ronald shook Demi Moore twice, feeling out of control. He took a chair from the side and pushed it to Demi, and then
He sat back on the audition chair.
"I just felt it was right and didn't think much about it. When I was reading the script, I felt that Molly should have a short hair..."
"Well, with such a big decision, you should consult the director first..." Ronald was not in the mood to continue the audition and asked Demi Moore to take two photos and a confession before letting her go back first.
wait for news.
"Ronald, I really want to get this role. I really want you to guide me. I am willing to pay any price..." Demi Moore was reluctant and hugged Ronald at the door.
He whispered softly into his ear.
"Believe me, after two days, you will feel that my intuition is right..."
"Really?" Ronald didn't know what to say. Is Demi Moore's judgment really right? He seemed to have caught something, but he couldn't remember it.
"Let's go back first. I'll think about whether Demi's statement makes sense tonight..." Ronald looked at Julia Taylor, explained, and was about to go home.
"I think it's okay, do you remember? When they were graduating, they should have found Robert Redford to play the role according to the script, and in the end they found Dustin Hoffman.
If the role of Jasmine is similar to Demi Moore's short-haired image, so soft on the outside but strong on the inside, then the candidate for the male lead I just wanted to talk to you about will have a basis for support. No matter how hormonal a man is, in this situation
Even a gentle and strong woman with short hair will fall into this trap.
Female viewers don't have much doubt about their love.
"Who are you talking about?"
"How about Patrick Schwytz?" Julia Taylor mentioned a candidate that Ronald had not thought of, the leading actor of Dirty Dancing that year, the King of Irish Dance.
"Is he okay?" Ronald had worked with him before and knew that this guy was the kind of actor with overflowing hormones. You would have no problem asking him to perform that kind of Dirty Dancing passion.
But there are many twists and turns of tenderness and love in this script, and it requires some real acting skills. Ronald was not very sure whether Patrick Schwytz could still perform well after leaving the dance scene where he is good at it. This was also the beginning.
The reason why he didn't think of this person.
"Of course, I recommend him to you because I have seen the video of his interview. In that interview, he missed his father and cried very sadly."
"Ah, really? Do you still have this video? Let me take a look?" Ronald has not seen this interview, which is a surprise. If Patrick's crying scene passes the test, then he plays
The male protagonist Sam and Ronald will have a little more confidence.