novelraw Chapter 285 Live Performance
Chapter 285 Live Performance
There is still half a month before the release of "Legally Blonde", and MGM decided on this time to allow Eve to make a guest appearance on the ratings champion "Friends".
After shooting, Warner Bros. Television Productions will do post-production, and the episode will air almost exactly on Christmas Eve, which coincides with the promotional period, which can help.
MGM is very satisfied with their choice. It can be said that Eve's exposure in the awards season is definitely one of the best. The popularity of the last movie was too high, and everyone recognized her reputation.
Therefore, it is very popular in distribution, and when negotiating with theaters, it is very easy to get to the filming schedule.
You must know that during the Christmas period, as long as there is a lineup, almost all films can win the box office, and audiences will go to the cinema in droves, just like the Spring Festival stalls in China.
There is a box office when there are films scheduled. Many times, everyone will choose the film that is closest to them, without thinking about how this film is going to be.
Word of mouth would probably have to wait until the end of the Christmas holidays to spread word of mouth.
The film has been confirmed to be released on December 12, which happens to be Friday, so there can be a relatively long holiday to earn box office.
It's just that there are wolves in the front and tigers in the back in that schedule, and whether we can perform well can only wait for the market performance.
The previous week was Mel Gibson and Oscar-winning actress Helen Hunt's romantic comedy "I Know Women's Hearts", and the next week was Tom Hanks and Helen Hunt's "Cast Away".These two films are both commercial films that Helen Hunt took after winning the Oscar, and it can be said that they are full of glory.
It's just that she is the heroine in name in the two movies, but in fact she plays almost the same role as the female supporting role. If she can really get up, she will indeed be a first-line star.
This is a hurdle. If the audience can't recognize the role of vase after the Oscar-winning actress, then her life in Hollywood may be more difficult, and no major production company will hand over the script of the blockbuster to her.
Eve now wants to rely on her own strength to compete with the lineup of two superstars + Oscar queens. To be honest, she feels a little guilty.
Before "Almost Famous", at any rate, Keanu contributed together, but now she is the only one left to fight the box office. The probability of success is really small.
The only consolation is that the cost of "Legal Blonde" is very low, only 400 million U.S. dollars, and the follow-up promotion costs are less than 4000 million U.S. dollars.
But she definitely likes that the box office of this movie can be higher, and the most direct impact is that her box office dividend will be higher.
Now the outside world and inside MGM are full of confidence in her appeal, but the problem is that Eve is a little guilty, she doesn't know if her popularity is high enough to compete with two superstars in the same field, and if it ends in a disastrous defeat It's not good.
For this reason, she is still hesitating whether to take a movie or not, and first sign the contract when "Almost Famous" is a big hit at the box office, otherwise if "Legally Blonde" hits the box office, the script she got will not be as good as it is. The remuneration will definitely change, so I will feel less confident when negotiating.
This is actually a relatively stable approach. The problem is that Eve has never received any scripts that she particularly wants to shoot, and her work motivation is somewhat lacking.
Next year's projects are almost all pre-determined ones. She started filming "The Notebook" at the beginning of the year, and the estimated shooting time is 2 months.
The innocent little nurse plot in Spielberg's movie "How to Get Away with Murder" is a special supporting role, just a small scenic spot on Leonardo's escape road, which lasted no more than two weeks.
I don't like ordinary scripts, and I don't have any good scripts. Eve's current line is to rather lack than abuse.
It's hard to get word of mouth among the audience. It's not worthwhile to make some bad movies to consume the audience's trust in advance.
Whether it is a commercial film or a literary film, the quality must first pass the test.
This is why she wanted to persuade Sony Columbia to revise the script. If there were no suitable resources for a commercial blockbuster, she would plan it herself.
If you fail, you won't get the role at most. If you succeed, you can make a lot of money.
Knowing that doing so might be a waste of time, she still wanted to try. After all, no one can always succeed, and no one can always get the role she wants.
After returning home, she took off the complicated skirt and hung it aside, and then looked at the script in her hand while taking a bath.
Since it was a cameo, there were actually not many lines, just three thin sheets of paper, and Eve quickly recited these lines.
The screenwriter of the TV series really put their heart into it, and specially designed a character similar to the protagonist of "Legal Blonde". Of course, it is impossible to blatantly advertise in the movie. This method is already the limit.
The two parties benefited each other, and A-list stars came to play cameo roles in the movie, and it made Rachel's family background more and more full-bodied.
In fact, "Legal Blonde" has already begun to promote it secretly. There are traditional and formal trailer posters, and there are various media to expose society's various discrimination and inherent impressions of blonde beauties.
The latter seems to be completely a kind of social news and has nothing to do with the movie, but when the movie is released, these discussions are already very heated, and it "just happens" to be linked to the plot in the movie.
There are far more people who pay attention to social phenomena than entertainment news, and the inherent impression of blondes is not formed in a day or two.
MGM doesn't want this discussion to end too quickly. It's entirely their tendency to control public opinion. Today this newspaper publishes an article, tomorrow that newspaper rebuts, today this TV program presents opinions, and tomorrow that program engages in debates and even interviews candidates are listed.
There are many blondes with high IQs, ranging from scientists to executives.
Sassoon's hairdressing salon also began to publicize the National Blonde Day event, and everyone kept in touch with each other secretly, and there was no relationship on the surface.
Marketing is very important, and MGM is using the least amount of money to achieve the greatest effect.
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After Eve stepped out of the bathtub, she wrapped herself in a bathrobe and started calling her distant boyfriend.
"Good morning, honey. Are you up yet?"
Keanu on the other end of the phone was browsing the news of this time's Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards on the computer. He held the mobile phone in one hand and swiped the mouse with the other hand: "I'm already up, looking at your red carpet photos , very beautiful, that dress suits you so well."
Zac's design is not similar to Armani's design, so Eve was very fresh in that dress, and was directly named the best dressed of the night.
"I've already bought that dress, and you can have a look at it when you return to Los Angeles, and then I'll move directly to my new home."
If the work of this independent designer requires the designer to bear the cost of making clothes, it is estimated that it will not survive.Eve bought the dress for $[-]. For a little-known designer, this money may be the start of his business.
Now that Zac has become famous, the photo of Eve's dress has received a lot of praise on the Internet, and it even appeared on the official website of Vogue magazine. This is a complete leap forward for designers who are still in school!
Keanu readily agreed: "I'm sure I have no problem, it's fine for you to play an elf princess with this look."
The Beverly Hills villa I saw before has been bought, but I haven’t moved in yet. Eve thinks it’s too spacious to move in alone, so I just put some things in it one after another, waiting for her boyfriend to come back. Moving in at Christmas time, and then going to Alaska to see the aurora.
"We agreed to do special effects makeup together for Halloween this year, but we didn't have a chance. Next year, we'll make elves. Just buy two pointed ears and stick them on."
"I bet you're the prettiest of the elves."
Now "The Lord of the Rings" is still in post-production, and everyone's impression of elves is not deep.
Eve chatted with her boyfriend for a while, and then reluctantly hung up the phone when the other party was about to leave for the set to film.
Long-distance love is really a test of love.
In the dead of night, Eve really didn't feel sleepy at all, so she leaned halfway on the bed and started watching the latest episodes of Friends on the TV.
It's just that this time she is looking at the content from the perspective of the director and actor, not as an audience.
How to integrate into that kind of cheerful atmosphere?
While watching and pausing to take notes, Eve simply summed up two methods. One is to perform in a life-like manner, with natural and coordinated movements, and not too deliberately making too many facial expressions or body movements.
In addition, the lines must pass the test. When filming a movie, there is a radio above the head, but in a sitcom, the audience must hear it, and the co-actors must hear it clearly and produce a chemical reaction.
What is more important is to cooperate well with the camera and know whether it is a close-up shot, a long-range shot or a close-up shot at that time.
It may only take a few minutes to appear on the stage, and there is a lot of homework to be done.
"I hope those actors can get along well, otherwise it will be very troublesome to cooperate."
Eve said to herself that she was going to film in someone else's base, so of course she had to establish a good relationship with the host.
It's just that I didn't have any contact with the actors of the six-person group before, and I don't know what kind of person they are, so I have some concerns.
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Two days later, Hawke drove through the gate into the Warner Bros. studio.
Eve is already very familiar with this studio, having filmed two works, so when the car parked outside studio No. 24, she noticed a fleet of luxury cars inside and out.
Top TV stars are very profitable, far richer than most movie actors, and the six lead actors are now paid $75 an episode, or $25 million for a 1875-episode season.
"I should change a car too." Eve thought silently in her heart. She planned to buy a car as her New Year's gift. Now this car can be placed in the villa in Beverly Hills for employees to drive. Grocery shopping or shopping.
The thought of spending money flashed through her mind, she didn't come here today to compare, but to film.
At this time, the audience has not yet arrived. The actors need to check a pair of scripts first, and then they will introduce the audience when they put on makeup.
Eve's face is the passport. She didn't wear sunglasses, she just put on light makeup, and she was very well-known.
The security guard at the entrance of the studio did not stop her when he saw her, but smiled and said hello: "Good afternoon, Miss Campbell."
"Good afternoon. I've passed by your studio many times, and I can finally come in and have a look." Eve smiled at the two security guards. They were strangers, but they still chatted a few words.
While talking, the staff of the crew walked over quickly. She took a few temporary work cards and handed them out to Mandy, Hawke, and Robert, and said at the same time: "Miss Campbell, you came just in time. Brad Mr. Wright and Mr. Pratt have just arrived, and Miss Aniston and Mr. Perry will be arriving soon."
Kevin Bright is one of the directors of "Friends" and a producer of the TV series.He is an old friend of "Legal Blonde" producer Mark Pratt, which is why he has this cameo.
Otherwise, MGM Pictures and Warner Bros. have nothing to do with each other.
Because of Eve's guest appearance, producers from both sides came to the scene, not only to reminisce, but also to express their importance.
She hadn't seen Mark Pratt for a long time, and now she stepped forward to hug him and said, "I'm sorry I've been busy all this time, and I didn't see the internal screening of the film. How is the internal evaluation of the film?"
I was busy making movies before, and then I was promoting "Almost Famous". I was not there when "Legally Blonde" was screened internally, for the media, and for theater managers. I don't know the specific situation.
Mark Pratt spread his hands and showed a smug smile: "Of course it's very good, otherwise the movie would not be able to open in 3000 theaters. Everyone has a good evaluation of this movie. It is funny and inspirational." It’s a great place for families, friends, or couples to visit.”
"Then I'm relieved." Eve still believes in the opinions of professionals, the box office should not be too big, at most it won't be a big hit.
For a campus romantic comedy, if the North American box office is twice the cost, it is considered a small hit, and if it is more than three times the cost, it is considered a big hit, because overseas box office is not counted.
Mark Pratt pointed to Kevin next to him, "This is the director and producer of the famous "Friends". Today's episode is directed by him."
There are many episodes in a TV series, and the director of each episode may be different. In this season, "Ross" actor David Schwimmer directed a few episodes, and Gary Haller Walson also directed a few episodes.
Because of this status, Kevin has relatively great power in the crew.
Eve reached out to shake hands with him, and introduced herself: "Mr. Bright, nice to meet you. When I heard that I was going to be a guest star in "Friends", I was so excited. I couldn't sleep especially last night. I've been watching this show all the time, and it's going to be the kind of work that viewers will remember forever!"
"Friends" is indeed very popular now, but it is not as popular as Eve said.
Kevin Bright smiled and said: "Since this is the case, then if you have the opportunity, come back and play more guest roles. The role of Jill will always be reserved for you."
Anyway, Rachel Green has two younger sisters. When there is really no plot to shoot, her younger sister can be arranged to appear.
"As long as the audience doesn't find me annoying, they will definitely come over when they have time."
"Then I will write it down. Now that Jennifer is here, let's try to read the script as soon as we are ready."
While talking, several actors walked in with coffee, chatting and laughing. They were all a little happy after seeing Eve, and they rushed over to shake hands and hug each other, just like the scenes in TV dramas.
No wonder the atmosphere between friends can be staged, they are friends in reality!
Matt LeBlanc, who plays Joey, said: "I've been looking forward to your arrival since the first time I saw the script."
"Brad and I went to see your movie at the cinema on Thanksgiving, and the performance was amazing!" Jennifer-Aniston continued: "I didn't expect you to play my sister."
"This is also beyond my imagination. "Friends" is my favorite TV series. I have watched the first season until now. I am very envious of your relationship."
A group of actors were chatting here, director Kevin clapped his hands and said: "The audience is coming soon, we must hurry up and read the script, and speak up as soon as possible if we have any questions."
Courteney, who played Monica, smiled at Eve, pointed to a long table not far away and said, "Let's go, let's go over and read the script. This script is specially written for you."
Faced with the kindness offered by others, Eve naturally accepted it quickly. She sat down where her name was, and then opened the script.
Each episode of "Friends" has a subtitle, and the title of this episode is "Rachel's Sister", so one can imagine the focus of the plot.
Kevin said, "OK, let's start. Matt, you start first."
Eve ignored other things and concentrated on the script. In front of the script of this episode, Joey and his friends settled accounts, and everyone gathered in the living room of Monica's house to chat.
The six of them acted directly while reading the lines, with vivid tones, showing their control over the characters, and they couldn't help but laugh.
Soon, Eve's part arrives, and she starts to speak in the voice of Allie in the movie, accusing her father.
At first, Kevin was worried that Eve's performance would be the kind of serious and serious performance, but he didn't expect that she would have comedic tension as soon as she opened her mouth, which was completely different from her own.
The rest of the actors also nodded. This slightly exaggerated tone and pretentious way is the correct way for Jill Green to open up.
The episode also touched on clothing and shopping, as Eve had already changed her hair from short red to long blonde, and now looks to be the same color as Rachel, played by Jennifer Aniston.
She will appear in two scenes today, one is Monica's home, and the other is the coffee shop they often go to. The two scenes are actually in the studio, and it will be very convenient if you need to switch scenes. .
This is the advantage of sitcoms. You don’t need to go all over the world to film scenes, and commute to get off work more regularly.
Although she has read the script many times, Eve still feels that this episode is a bit bloody. Rose and Jill have sparks and even decide to go out on a date.
The funniest thing is the mutual confrontation between the two sisters Green, the offensive and defensive momentum is constantly changing, it is simply a master's move.
The staff at the scene couldn't help laughing after hearing the script read aloud. This episode will definitely satisfy the audience!
After director Kevin pointed out individual minor problems, he asked the actors and cameramen to come to the set above the stage, and let Eve learn to walk the route and familiarize himself with the position of the camera.
When acting, the most taboo thing is to look directly at the camera with both eyes. On the TV, it looks like the actor and the audience are looking at each other, which is very dramatic.
The sets of sitcoms are almost always the same, with three walls, and the empty wall is where the camera and the audience are.
These six people already knew the position of the camera like the back of their hands, but in order for Eve, a new actor, to grasp the position well, they also went through the process twice together.
After Eve finished changing her clothes and putting on her makeup, she waited silently by the side. The content of each scene will be shot together, even though the plot is a bit incoherent, so as to avoid running back and forth on both sides.
The audience has also entered the arena. These are lucky people who can enter the filming scene of "Friends" for free. They are all excitedly sitting on the chairs, full of curiosity about everything around them.
At this time, the six leading actors walked up. They had changed from star status to familiar characters. There were only forty or fifty spectators, but the screams and cheers made the studio buzz.
The assistant director had already emphasized the precautions for shooting to the audience, and now director Kevin sat in front of the monitor and shouted directly: "The first shot of Episode No.13 of the sixth season of Friends has officially started shooting!"
After receiving the director's signal, the actors began to perform seriously.
Ross, Rachel, and Chandler were sitting on the long sofa, and Phoebe and Joey were on the smaller sofa next to them.
They are playing a game of chess.
"Hey, does any of you have gum?" Ross asked.
Phoebe immediately replied, "I have!"
She didn't deliberately look at the camera, but lowered her head and picked up the bag on the ground, and took out various things from it, such as a comb, a wallet, and even a shoe. The most terrifying thing was that she took out a bag containing a goldfish. bag.
The filming had just started, and the audience couldn't help laughing like a barbell. Phoebe is really unreliable, and the small pocket is so full!
I searched and searched, but I didn't see chewing gum.
"It must be in my bag somewhere."
Ross saw this scene a little crazy, and said helplessly: "No, I don't need it anymore."
While they were chatting, an angry Monica opened the door and walked in, which surprised the other five people. Everyone was busy comforting and making fun of Monica's pronunciation when she was in a cold state. The door rang.
Surprised expressions appeared on the faces of these people. Chandler looked at the door in doubt, and then turned his head to glance at the rest of the living room.
Almost everyone was puzzled by the same style. The confused Phoebe even counted the number of people on the scene with her fingers. Six seemed to be a lot!
The audience also had the same expression, the six leading actors were all there, so who would be knocking on the door?
Their gazes and the camera lens followed Chandler to the door, and the slightly fat Xiaoqian opened the door, and Eve appeared at the door with a relieved expression.
"Who is it?"
Eve, wearing a coat and a Hermès Birkin bag on her shoulder, said to Chandler, "Hi, hello. Is Rachel here? I'm her sister."
Before entering the arena, Eve deliberately made herself do a few exercises, and now she was a little out of breath when speaking, which fit the feeling of being out of breath after climbing a few flights of stairs.
When Eve entered the door, she deliberately chose an angle, facing the audience and the camera.
So at this moment, the audience was stunned for a moment, and then immediately exclaimed!
Fortunately, everyone still remembered the assistant director's instructions, only to make various sounds of laughter and exclamation, and it was not allowed to call the actor's name.
The audience found out that Eve appeared on the set of the TV series, and she was Rachel's younger sister. The senior audience was immediately amazed, this guest appearance is really interesting.
Rachel, who was originally sitting on the sofa, immediately stood up in surprise, exaggerating: "Oh my God, Jill!"
"My God, Rachel!"
The two sisters spoke in almost the same tone. They walked quickly together and hugged each other. They were both delicate little princesses and daughters of rich families.
Chandler at the door put his hands in his trouser pockets, and said in exactly the same tone: "My God, please introduce to us."
Then Rachel excitedly introduced her other five friends to Jill.
The rest of the people were fine. When it was Joey's turn, he came over skillfully to say hello to Jill, but Rachel didn't know his face, her face changed, and she stopped Joey with her hand and said, "Don't do that!" Do!"
Joey's pitiful appearance made the audience laugh again. Who doesn't know his character, and his favorite is beautiful girls.
Rachel asked with concern: "Honey, why are you here?"
When the two sisters reunited after a long absence, the other five friends were curious about her identity.
Phoebe whispers to Ross, "Which sister is it? The spoiled one, or the one who bit Rachel?"
Rose was equally curious, but couldn't give an answer either.
At this moment, everyone sat down. Jill, played by Eve, looked at her sister with an aggrieved face, and complained: "Dad cut off my financial resources!"
The camera, which had been closing in on Phoebe, caught her expression of realization, "It's okay, now I know which sister it is."
After being reminded by her like this, the audience immediately came to their senses. The one who could be angry because her father cut off her financial resources must be the spoiled daughter.
Eve knew that there was a camera filming herself, but she completely ignored it and said angrily: "Do you know how I replied to him? I'm going to hire a lawyer, sue all your money, and then cut off your money." financial resources!"
Rachel probably got used to the strangeness, so she calmly said, "Wow, what did he say?"
"He said he wouldn't help me pay the lawyer's fees." Jill's expression of righteous indignation turned down in an instant, which seemed to be an unsolvable proposition, "So I decided to go to law school and become a lawyer, and then I would be a lawyer for myself !"
"Wow, this goal sounds ambitious." Rachel praised, but she couldn't believe that her sister could do it.
The audience didn't expect Jill to have such a clever idea. In order to sue his father, he went to law school to become a lawyer.
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