The script sent by Spielberg is a sequel to "Close Encounters of the Third Kind", which continues to tell the story of the relationship between humans and aliens. The difference is that this time the alien is a child, and the people he interacts with are also a group of human children.
The atmosphere of the whole script is relaxed and happy, as if a child is imagining the world of adults. The alien is named et, and he became good friends with a group of children on earth. Finally, with their help, he returned to his parents and left.
the earth.
“It is recommended to delete the role of ‘bad guy’ among children and let normal adults serve as obstacles for children to return to their parents. It is difficult for children’s imagination to imagine that their peers are bad guys who specialize in bad things about good people...
It is recommended to add some chase scenes so that the protagonist Elliot rides a bicycle and takes ET to escape from the obstacles of adults. Children's audiences need their own "racing" scenes. Use the limits of children's imagination to imitate car chase scenes..."
Rick Niceta quickly obtained the reading comments Ronald had written on a typewriter.
"So soon? I thought you would have to read it for a while before giving me any advice."
"I thought the first reaction after reading was the most real and valuable?" Ronald laughed.
In fact, Ronald didn't tell the truth. The script Spielberg liked didn't have much dramatic conflict and was like a children's drama. Ronald had no experience in writing children's dramas.
It was hard for Ronald to imagine what it would look like when it was filmed. Of course, this was the script that Spielberg liked, and he couldn't write down his true thoughts. He found a few places that he didn't think were appropriate and handed over the work.
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"Okay, I'll hand it over to Spielberg's assistant, Catherine."
Rick Niceta may have guessed what Ronald was thinking, but Universal President Tom Mount was also not very optimistic about the script. Spielberg's last directorial work, the comedy war film "1941", did not recover at the North American box office.
cost, Wonder Boy appears to have lost its box office mojo.
The director's new film "The Lost Ark of the Covenant," which will be released this summer, is produced under the leadership of George Lucas, with Spielberg only directing it. Universal wants to take another look at it before commenting.
His assistant Kathleen Kennedy is responsible for finding a producer for this new script. Maybe if Universal can't, Columbia's Frank Price will be willing. After all, he is the only major studio president who has personally read the script.
"One more thing, the copyright fee from RSO Records has been settled. You wrote the lyrics for two songs on the Famous Simultaneous Disc. The single of the theme song Fame sold well, and the sales of the movie soundtrack album were also good.
Already achieved gold record sales.
The boss of RSO, Robert Stewart, specifically asked CAA to tell you that he also wants to work with you on a new teen movie script."
Ronald curled his lips, the Grease sequel was so messed up, and Sterwood didn't even struggle. Universal invested nearly tens of millions, of course he was willing, and his two versions of the script were just abandoned.
Lying in the Paramount and Universal script warehouses gathering dust.
"Famous composer Michael Gore wants to invite you to compose his new song, won't you agree to it?"
Ronald shook his head. After all, the lyrics were copied and he didn't know how to write them.
However, Michael Gore still wanted to meet. David da Silva, the producer of "Famous", specially invited him to meet with Michael Gore, saying that he had important matters to discuss.
On the second night, Ronald showed up for his appointment on time. The handmade suit fit him perfectly, and he wore a woolen coat. He was so well-dressed that the doorman who opened the door looked at him twice.
"Oh, Ronald, it's great to see you in Los Angeles." Staying in the hotel's executive suite is the famous producer David da Silva, who is a little bald again. Beside him is
The first to arrive were the film's star and lead singer of the theme song, Irene Kara, and his manager.
"Long time no see, hello, David. Hello, Erin." Ronald took off his coat and greeted the two creators, as well as Michael Gore, who sat next to him and composed the soundtrack and all the episodes.
"Congratulations, Michael. Your soundtrack has sold a gold record."
After a few people exchanged pleasantries, David da Silva proposed the purpose of inviting the songwriter.
"The Golden Globe Awards organizing committee called Erin and I. Erin Cara's biggest competitor, Dolly Parton, did not agree to attend. The best original song for this movie will most likely belong to the famous theme song.
'fame'."
Ronald and Michael Gore congratulated each other continuously. This is the case with the Golden Globe Awards. They will award the award to whichever star is willing to be there to receive the award.
"So I hope that if you win an award, Irene Kara's name can be mentioned when you present the award.
She was also nominated for Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical, but the competition for that award was fierce, with Sissy Spacek. She played country singer Loretta Lynn and sang all the songs in the movie herself."
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The Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song is awarded to songwriters. It seems that David da Silva spent a lot of money to promote Irene Cara, who is also of Puerto Rican descent.
At this year's Golden Globe Awards, "Famous" received a total of four nominations. The nomination for Best Picture belongs to the Producer, Best Actress in a Musical goes to Irene Cara, and Best Original Song goes to Irene Cara.
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Director Alan Parker and Barry Miller, who were already very popular, were not even nominated for Best Director and Best Supporting Actor.
Except for Best Score, all four nominations are related to producer Da Silva's public relations.
Ronald and Michael Gore looked at each other and agreed. Anyway, it was just a mention, there was no problem.
"That's great. This is very important to Irene Kara. We want to thank you." Irene Kara's agent took the initiative to step forward and hold Ronald's hands and thanked them profusely.
After returning to his hotel, Ronald said to his agent Richard.
"I don't understand why it is so important to mention her name? Is it worth telling us face to face?" Ronald was a little confused.
"This is for Oscar nominations."
"Oscar nomination? What does it have to do with the Golden Globe awards?"
"The Golden Globe Awards is a dinner party for stars to gather. The reason why NBC can broadcast the awards is because of the stars who attend." Richard worked hard at CAA and gradually understood the unspoken rules of these awards.
"In fact, it was originally an insignificant award, but now there are more and more Oscar nominations, and each award has 5 nominations. Many voting judges simply can't watch so many movies.
The Golden Globe Awards are just before the Oscar nominations. Most of the judges will watch the awards dinner, so the stars who have the camera at the dinner will get more attention from them. Many small awards, such as Best Original Song, if flashed during the live broadcast
One shot will probably be remembered by many Academy Award judges.
During the voting, if one of the several nominated candidates happens to remember your appearance, there will be a lot of extra votes out of thin air."
"Oh, so when Michael Gore and I won an award, when we mentioned the singer Erin Kara during our speech, NBC's broadcast director would give her a close-up shot?"
"bingo!" Richard smiled and turned on the TV.
It's Erin Kara again, this black girl participated in another variety show, singing "Fame".
"Now this song is very popular on TV stations, and many TV stations have invited her to sing it by name," Ronald said.
"That's what producer David Da Silva is doing to promote it. He takes the initiative to sing on every show." Richard laughed.
"Huh? Isn't this very hard?" Ronald asked.
"Da Silva wanted to take the opportunity to film a famous TV series version, but the box office of the movie was not satisfactory. If he wants to get a TV contract, he must build up momentum, and it is best to win an Oscar."
"That's true." Ronald took a sip. MGM was experiencing financial difficulties, and "Famous" actually didn't get many marketing opportunities. The box office of 20 million was entirely dependent on word-of-mouth among young audiences.
But with a budget of 8.5 million, plus some marketing expenses, the North American box office of 20 million is not outstanding. No wonder producer David Da Silva is so nervous.
"I haven't attended the Golden Globe Awards ceremony yet. Is there anything I should pay attention to then?" Ronald asked Richard.
"At the Golden Globe Awards, all the crews sit at a round table. Being famous all over the world does not have many heavyweight nominations. It only gives a round table very far back. You still need to share the table with others.
There will be champagne on site, so remember not to drink too much. Remember to wear a dress and put your acceptance speech in which pocket."
"Hehe, I can't forget it." Ronald smiled and patted his pocket.