novelraw Chapter 211
Chapter 211
The huge sense of humiliation and helplessness almost crushed Gwyneth Paltrow. She felt that the chandeliers above her head were spinning, and the double images seemed to be falling on her head, making people unable to breathe. Can't struggle.
this is too scary.
Everyone thought there was nothing wrong with all this, and even she herself knew that she could get away with a kiss, which was a rare generosity of Weinstein.
However, she couldn't do it.
Gwyneth Paltrow can fully imagine that her godfather is watching this scene silently in a corner of the party. His gentle and kind eyes are definitely not shining with any light of wisdom at this moment, but overflowing with full of sadness and disappointment...
Is it really worth it?
She couldn't help asking herself.
At this time, Harvey Weinstein's patience was exhausted, and he said in a flat tone: "If you really don't want to, I won't force it."——But next year's Oscars, don't even think about it.
Gwyneth Paltrow read Harvey Weinstein's subtext.
"The Talented Ripley" starring her has officially wrapped up. Obviously, it is another movie produced by Miramax and tailor-made for Oscars. Whether it is director Anthony Minghella or starring Matt Damon He is a direct descendant of Miramax and a frequent visitor to Oscar.
But Oscar, is it really that important?
The problem is, even if it is not the Oscars, her career has been tightly tied to Miramax in recent years. She knows that after losing Brad Pitt and Ben Affleck one after another, she does not have enough weight in the short term. Protectors can help themselves against Harvey Weinstein.
He even defeated her godfather, let alone himself...
Gwyneth Paltrow was in despair.
After trying to take a deep breath, she quickly adjusted the expression on her face. Just as she was about to close her eyes and lean over, she heard a commotion from the side of the buffet table at the entrance, and Harvey Weinstein beside him His face suddenly darkened, and he visibly lost interest in her.
...
Josie's arrival made the atmosphere of the party scene extra warm.
The honor of being an Oscar queen is already worthy of special mention, not to mention being the youngest Oscar queen in film history, this achievement will be recorded in history, and it is almost unsurpassable.
21 years and 130 days.
This record is 21 days ahead of the previous record of 218 years and 88 days for Marlene Matlin.
It was only at this time that people suddenly discovered that Josie Horton was surprisingly young, because she always behaved like the 70s who were easily influenced by emotions, and her mentality was as calm as if she had been rolling in Vanity Fair for many years.
The college has indeed favored young people in recent years.
For example, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, a pair of Hollywood twin stars, such as Josie Horton, who has not officially turned 22 but has completed the lifelong pursuit of most actors.
Marketing plays a bigger role than one might imagine.
In any case, Josie is the focus of the crowd tonight. Even Steven Spielberg, who is in a bad mood, cheers up and congratulates her. Amy Pascal, the female president of Sony Columbia, is even more The face was full of spring breeze, as if they had never held back Josie at a critical moment.
"I knew you would win, my dear." Amy Pascal said with a smile, "The big boss is very happy, and he will personally attend the celebration party later."
The big boss she mentioned refers to Nobuyuki Idei, the current helm of the Sony Group. Since Sony headquarters tends to use Americans to manage American companies, this president basically doesn’t care about the daily affairs of Sony Columbia, let alone Hollywood awards. It's season.
However, the "big boss interview" did not make Josie appear as ecstatic as Amy Pascal imagined—she didn't even have the basic "joy"—the new actress was only slightly picky Mei, said calmly: "Okay, I hope he can have a good time."
This Oscar-winning actress can at least pull tens of millions of dollars in the box office of the film, as well as several times the continuous income of the back-end. Of course, the big boss will look very happy.
After all, no one would dislike walking Franklin.
So Amy Pascal didn't mind Josie's indifference at all, but picked up the champagne by herself, touched the glass in Josie's hand, and then asked, "Josie, what do you think of the script of "Charlie's Angels"?" Like? If you want to be in a superhero movie, I think Spider-Man's Girlfriend is a great choice, and we will tailor this role for you."
"Oh, they all sound good." Josie's tone is quite sincere, but everyone knows that her acting skills are good, "Don't worry, Amy, I will find time to read the script, but you know, At least until I'm done with this time."
Amy Pascal stared carefully at the pretty face in front of her, the smile on her face remained unchanged, as if she really believed Josie's bad excuse.
"Okay, then I'll wait for your good news." The female president said.
When Josie left to socialize with other people, Amy Pascal's eyes turned cold, and she waved for her assistant.
"Go and find out if Josie Horton and her agent are talking about other projects recently."
Tonight, it is undoubtedly the Fox people who are also feeling happy from the bottom of their hearts, because Josie's next two upcoming films, "Fight Club" and "The Trap", are both distributed by Fox in North America and around the world.
Moreover, Edward Norton, the leading actor in "Fight Club", was also nominated for an Oscar for Best Actor this year ("American X-Files"), although he eventually lost to Roberto Benigni in "Life is Beautiful"—— Incidentally, that was another victory for the Weinsteins.
In this way, the confidence that the high-investment "Fight Club" has brought to Fox has deepened a bit.
"Good evening, Josie!" Tom Rothman, head of Fox's film department, smiled, and seemed completely unaffected by Fox's huge investment in "The Thin Red Line" tonight.
"Hello, Tom." Josie and this person are old acquaintances, and even witnessed his immediate boss Bill McKennick and James Cameron quarrel because of the budget problem of "Titanic". Peace was restored in an instant.
From a certain point of view, everyone in Hollywood is an acting school.
"How do you like the new script?" Tom Rothman also asked.
Not long ago, he received an instruction from the big boss of the parent company that he must meet any requirements of Josie Horton for the next film jointly produced by Fox and Tianji Films.
And this lady picked and picked from the script material library reserved by Fox and the projects in progress, and initially selected "Moulin Rouge" written and directed by Baz Luhrmann, and a comedy project "Mediocre" Howl.
"There are some details, I will find time to call Luhrman." Josie replied.
"Oh, that's good. By the way, Sean and I both think that you must come to our party tonight." Tom Rothman mentioned Sean Penn, the actor of "The Thin Red Line" , everyone knows that Josie and Sean Penn have a very good relationship, "That's it, we'll be waiting for you!"
"I see, I will go." Josie and Fox were in the honeymoon period, and there was no reason to refuse the party.
Moreover, the Oscar parties of these film companies are basically held nearby, sometimes in different locations in the same hotel, which is convenient for people to hang out.
Of course, only popular or popular celebrities are eligible to do this, because not everyone is as popular as them.
Josie bid farewell to Tom Rothman, and when she turned around, she saw Patrick Whitesell, the CEO of Endeavor Elite Brokerage Company, and her own agent, Martha Miller, coming together.
"Congratulations, Josie!" Patrick Whitesell also smiled.
This Hollywood agent is far less famous than his predecessors, Michael Ovitz and others. In fact, what will make him stand out worldwide will be a derailment involving the division of tens of billions of dollars of property. Jay from Amazon Jeff Bezos.
Because many years later, it was Patrick Whitesell's wife Lauren Sanchez who had an affair with Jeff Bezos at the same time...
Martha nodded slightly to Josie, she already had enough tacit understanding without words.
This time, the public relations of the awards season, the connections from the Miller family played an important role, because Arthur Miller has too many works that have been put on the stage of drama, one can imagine his influence in the drama world.
And the Endeavor Elite has always made the greatest effort for Josie's victory.
From top to bottom, this brokerage company, which was officially established since 1995, is very "young" in the Hollywood circle, because it was originally established by several young agents who left another Hollywood brokerage company.
In addition to the celebrity clients brought from ICM at the beginning of the business, not only has established a comprehensive brokerage relationship with SKY TV, but the actress department alone has the trump card of Josie Horton, facing her old club ICM also has a bit of confidence, and it is no longer a small workshop that was ignored at the beginning of its establishment.
And with Josie Horton's final victory this year, no matter how much the Endeavor Elite actually played in it, it will be of great benefit to the future development of this company.
Therefore, Patrick Whitesell's attitude is particularly enthusiastic, and it can even be said to be humble.
"Hello, Patrick." Josie's response was gentle enough and kind, "I guess you are also here to inform me of the party time."
Patrick Whitesell laughed and said, "Oh, you're right, of course Endeavor has planned a one-of-a-kind celebration party for you, but since you're going to be very busy tonight, we all agree it's up to you The exact time of the party."
It's no secret that their new actress is not a social party animal, preferring to read books, watch movies, listen to music when she's not working - and perhaps other pleasures?
Anyway, several senior executives of Endeavor Elite sat down to discuss and agreed that the company's Oscar party could be cancelled—no one else from their "small workshop" made it to the Oscars—but any celebration held for Josie Horton She has to feel comfortable and happy in person.
It can be said that the "small workshop" also has the benefits of a "small workshop". At least the company's senior management has adjusted their mentality and position early, and even the kneeling posture is very standard.
"Thank you, this is so considerate." Josie accepted the other party's kindness, "I will ask my assistant to contact your office at a specific time."
"No problem. I'll wait for your good news." Patrick Whitesell left wisely, leaving room for Martha and Josie.