Hollywood superstar XX history [travel]

Ang Lee hesitated.

In fact, he had already made up his mind a moment ago to persuade Heath Ledger to play Ennis Del Mar. For this reason, he did not hesitate to adjust the shooting time to match Heath Ledger's schedule, and even offended Paramount's honorary producer Michael. Costigan doesn’t care either—it’s not that he didn’t think about compromise. In China, at least in Hong Kong and Taiwan, he can say the same thing, because the filming there follows the director-centered system. Given his status in the film industry, no one will give him However, Hollywood is different. In Hollywood, the production of a film is often the result of a multi-party game. The director’s function in this industry chain only occupies a part, and he only has a part of the right to speak, unless he has become unmatched. Director Dana, otherwise he will never be able to get rid of this set of rules.And Ang Lee is very clear that he is far from reaching this height. Even though he has already won many Oscar nominations, and even won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film for "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", in the eyes of Americans, These are not too great achievements, especially since he is a Chinese, it is more difficult to be a director than others. Even a controversial low-cost film like "Brokeback Mountain" has to be rejected by countless people. before coming to him.So Ang Lee did try to balance the relationship between all parties. After he had approved Heath Ledger's performance, he still agreed to other actors auditioning for the role of Ennis Del Mar—he originally thought he could continue to persuade Heath Ledger, but Michael Costigan had apparently had enough of Heath Ledger's indecision and didn't want to delay the crew's filming any longer.

But it turned out that several actors who came to audition afterward couldn't convince Ang Lee with their interpretation of Ennis Del Mar.The artist's stubborn side of choosing goodness in Ang Lee's personality made him unable to bear to choose a second-best one when he knew there was a better one.So he decided to hell with the compromise!

Vogt was the last actor to audition. WMA's "King of Managers" Michael Clarke personally called Ang Lee, saying it was "a surprise" and refused to disclose the information of the audition actors.Li Ang didn't like this kind of mystification, but when he was out of work for almost a year and was at a loss for his future, the invitation to sign with WMA made him regain some confidence. After signing the contract, he was unemployed for another five years. Li An began to feel grateful for never giving up on him.After he got back on his feet and succeeded, he knew that Michael Clarke was behind the treatment he was getting.In any case, for the person personally introduced by Michael Clarke, Ang Lee will definitely give him the face of an audition.

Ang Lee just didn't expect that this so-called "surprise" was Vogt.His wife, Lin Huijia, and Annie, whose Chinese name is Lin Minjia, are as close as sisters. Li An, who has always been obedient to his wife, also regards Lin Minjia's child as his nephew.He has never forgotten Vogt, a beautiful little guy who is rebellious but always deflated in front of him!

In all fairness, even if Vogt stood in front of him, Ang Lee did not think highly of him playing Ennis Del Mar.Young, handsome and too eye-catching, extroverted and lively personality is not suitable, and playing a gay role will inevitably cause controversy. He is not sure whether his wife and Anne will yell at him afterwards, accusing him of leading Vogt astray...

But this was Vogt's first foray into film—and he couldn't count the number of times his wife had raised her concerns about Vogt in front of him.Vogt's rebellion, Vogt's wandering like a ghost, Vogt's confrontation with his father, Vogt's common acting talent, Vogt's resistance to becoming an actor... there is no doubt , Vogt is a troubled teenager in the Pfister family.Now, Vogt finally wanted to do something "seriously", how could Ang Lee have the heart to be the one who cruelly rejected him?

Vogt has unexpectedly played the classic role of Phantom on Broadway, and also signed wma, he worked so hard...

"?" Vogt saw Li Ang struggling to look at him, like a worried old woman, silently releasing his "benevolent brilliance", Vogt shivered suddenly.

Is he acting well or not?If he doesn't act, Lance, who spent so much effort fighting for him, will definitely kill him.Playing it seems to be as scary as when I saw it when I was a child...

Finally, Ang Lee breathed a sigh of relief, and said in an encouraging tone: "Voge, you can give it a try."

Yes, children's enthusiasm cannot be discouraged.In any case, he cannot be dismissed without doing anything.Even if the result after trying is still not good, he will comfort him in a more gentle way, telling him not to give up and keep working hard.

Encouraged Vogt: I always feel more terrifying... qaq

When Ang Lee and Vogt reappeared at the audition scene, their expressions were completely different from before. Ang Lee smiled like a spring breeze, but Vogt's face was ashen, as if he had been hit by something. Like a rope hooped.

The mood shifted at the audition scene, too, as Lance Clark was chatting happily with Paramount's Honorary Producer Michael Costigan, who had regained his smile.At the same time, the producers and screenwriters James Shams and Jake Gyllenhaal were not left out. Lance would talk to them from time to time while talking to Michael Costigan. The friendly attitude made it hard to feel disgusted, and even Heath Ledger, who was standing a little further away and was thinking about something with his arms folded, didn't show any displeasure on his face.It can be seen that Lance's communication skills are quite good.

"Lee, since Vogt Peston is here to audition, we should let him try." Michael Costigan said preemptively.

Li An smiled faintly: "Actually, I must introduce to you, Vogt Peston, my nephew."

"Oh, this is really... amazing!" Michael Costigan looked around at the people present, paused for a moment when facing Heath Ledger, and raised his voice.His tone was very subtle. He objected to choosing an actor other than Heath Ledger to play Ennis Delmar's Ang Lee, but the last person who came to the audition was his nephew?

Li Ang said earnestly: "That's right, you are a very naughty little guy, and you have kept it from everyone." He scolded Vogt lightly and gave Vogt a loving look.

Vogt subconsciously stood at attention, scratched his face and smiled with eight teeth.

Lance turned his face slightly, his shoulders trembled suspiciously.

Michael Costigan laughed: "Don't be angry, Lee, young people in America love this! We have nothing to do with them, and they will be proud!"

"Who says it's not?" Li Ang always responded gently to Michael Costigan's maneuvering between the lines.

Michael Costigan patted his head: "Okay, okay, Lee, let's not waste time. Since it is your nephew, we look forward to his performance. For God's sake, let him perform a !"

"I have no objection." Ang Lee nodded, "But, in view of my relationship with Vogel, I need to avoid suspicion. Mr. Ledger, can you replace me as a judge?"

Heath Ledger opened his mouth unexpectedly.You know, he has a good impression of Ang Lee, a Chinese director, and Ang Lee's sincere and patient invitation has always moved him. If it weren't for his tight schedule and his agent's strong opposition to him taking over the filming of "Brokeback Mountain", he would Definitely have agreed to play.He always felt guilty for rejecting Ang Lee, that's why he appeared at the audition scene - he hoped to confirm with his own eyes that the crew had selected the right person, otherwise he couldn't feel at ease.But Michael Costigan's provocation just now and Ang Lee's attitude towards Vogt still had a certain impact on him.He began to wonder if Ang Lee really liked him as Ennis Del Mar as he said?

But what Ang Lee said after agreeing to let Vogt audition obviously surprised everyone.

"Li, it's not necessary, is it?" Michael Costigan snorted, "We all believe that you will do business properly."

"Thank you, Michael, but I insist, I hope you can understand." Ang Lee said seriously and firmly, "I believe you can make the right judgment, including Mr. Ledger, we all know what kind of actors this movie needs .”

Everyone was touched, including Michael Costigan.Before preparing to shoot "Brokeback Mountain", they already knew that this would be a "difficult" movie, it was so disgusting and could not help but yearn for it.Both the producer and distributor have no hope for the film's profitability, and they are not even sure about the Olympic Games, everything seems very slim.However, they still chose to shoot. With a less utilitarian purpose, the remuneration of the selected actors is basically symbolic. Even Jake Gyllenhaal, who is currently the highest paid, is only 60 US dollars. Very low value for a leading actor in a movie.

I have to say that Ang Lee's attitude towards things is really hard to arouse others' resentment.The anger that had arisen at Ang Lee's insistence on choosing Heath Ledger to play the role just now gradually dissipated, and Michael Costigan said helplessly: "Well, as you wish, if you are not afraid that your little guy will hate you because of it." He winked playfully at Vogt, giving him a helpless look.

"If he dares, I will teach him a lesson when he goes back, you know, 'time-out'." Ang Lee said humorously. "Time-out" is a way for most American families to punish their children. "Timed isolation" is similar to the confinement in China. Specifically, such as punishing standing, not watching TV, and closing the bathroom.

Hey, really treat him like a child!Vogt stared, not daring to speak out.

His expression was so vivid that it made everyone laugh.

James Shams took the opportunity to say, "Voger, right? Get ready for the audition! Lee, I know you won't allow him to use the original audition script, so what do you want him to do?"

Li An smiled and nodded.This is exactly his plan, since he wants to avoid suspicion, he should avoid it to the end.

Seeing this, Vogt wanted to cry but had no tears.He thought that for the sake of his relatives, Li An would give him some convenience.But now, properly is the rhythm of increasing difficulty.

Sure enough, Ang Lee said, "Play as you want, Vogel, and give us your understanding of Ennis Del Mar."