1988 Chapter 1988

"So, you have great ambitions for this script?" The thoughts in Hugo's mind just flashed, and he looked at Knight who couldn't hide his excitement, and said with a smile. However, from the corner of his eyes, he drifted towards Catherine, and it was obvious that there was a deep meaning in the words.

Knight didn't notice this small detail, but because he was affirmed by Hugo, he nodded vigorously, but there was no arrogance in those big eyes, but full of expectation and longing, making him People couldn't help laughing, "I said at the beginning that I hope you can be the leading actor, but this directly scared away many producers..." At this point, Knight bowed his head in embarrassment and chuckled twice.

"The Sixth Sense of Spirituality" is only Knight's second work, and it is also a horror film. The budget is bound to not be very high, but Knight actually directly proposed that he wants to cooperate with Hugo, which is in the eyes of anyone. It can be regarded as a fantasy. What's more, the horror films in the early 1990s have gradually developed into bloody plasma films, and the actors who starred in them were either newcomers or third-tier actors. Almost no first-tier actors were willing to star in horror movies-no wonder those producers were scared away by Knight. .

"Finally, with the help of a friend, I let David see the script, and he nodded directly, and then..." Knight didn't think too much, and he didn't know so many inside stories, so he took it for granted. The gratitude of Wei Film Company was beyond words, but Catherine, who was sitting next to her, started to touch her forehead.

"Then we found out that this is an excellent script." Catherine interrupted Knight, took the topic freely, and said with a smile, "It's not the story we imagined at all, even better than expected You must also be outstanding. So, we realized that maybe it is not impossible for you to play the role." Catherine turned her head to look at Rick and Knight, and laughed, and finally her eyes met Hugo again. "After all, we all know that the first thing that can impress Hugo is an excellent script."

It was really embarrassing for Catherine, and she didn't panic even though she was in a hurry. After a long speech, she brought the topic back. In fact, the information that Knight leaked just now is enough to prove the intention behind Bowei Films' actions. Although Catherine is on Steven Spielberg's side, her most important identity is still a producer-she owns her own production company Kennedy/Marshall Film Production Company, this time the "Spiritual First" "Six Senses" is a collaboration between them and Bowei. She doesn't want to offend Bowei and Disney behind it, at least she can't directly tear her face off.

Therefore, even if it is known that Robert Iger and David Vogel are planning Hugo behind their backs, it is estimated that even Catherine herself has become one of the pawns, but at this time Catherine must also carefully grasp the scale.

Hugo and Catherine have a good relationship. He knows that Catherine is on his side. Besides, he has no intention of piercing the window paper, so he smiled when he looked at Catherine, "It seems that I should change my preference. I have a weakness. It's not always a good thing." This little ridicule also eased the atmosphere again.

Although Knight was smiling, he didn't understand what happened. He just asked eagerly, "Have you read the script? What do you think? Do you have any comments on the script?"

A series of questions rushed to his face, and Rick joked directly with a chuckle, "Slow down, slow down, let's have an aperitif first, and then talk about this slowly."

Knight also realized that he had lost his composure at this time, so he smiled embarrassedly, and then held up the red wine glass in front of him cautiously, "Thank you, Mr. Lancaster, for being able to meet me today, it...it is my honor .”

Knight in front of him was stiff but sincere, and his smile was full of sincerity and excitement. Hugo couldn't help guessing that perhaps Knight could continue to impress the producers and let them continue to invest in him because of his enthusiasm for movies and his sincerity in dealing with people. Of course, the great success of "The Sixth Sense" is still the most important premise. Moreover, as an Indian-American, Knight entered Hollywood and became the pride of countless Indians. It is estimated that there are many Indian sources of funding behind him, which makes Knight have the ability to become the "Terminator of Hollywood's Big Six". Prerequisite - Continuously have works to shoot.

Hugo also picked up the red wine glass in front of him, "Being able to get the appreciation of an excellent work shows that my work performance is still very good." This simple little humor once again made everyone chuckle .

After finishing speaking, Hugo saluted Knight and Catherine with a wine glass, and then to Rick. It seemed that there was no special action, but Hugo secretly gave Rick a wink, and the lightning flashed. In the meantime, the two of them had already completed the communication.

In fact, before today's meeting, Hugo had already greeted Rick, and if nothing else happened, he hoped to take over this work. The reason is simple. After reading the script, Hugo was once again moved by the story, and it was different from the original viewing process. Reading the script itself gave Hugo a new feeling for the role of Malcolm. The indescribable complexity and fragility deeply attracted Hugo.

From the script to the characters, Hugo is very satisfied. And this is an authentic horror movie. Not long ago, in the "The Truman Show" crew, Hugo was still thinking about whether he should try a horror movie after challenging the comedy, and now he encountered "The Sixth Sense of the Spirit". , is the perfect choice.

Just like Hugo's thoughts after the conversation with Robert, Robert can be said to be exhaustive. Even if Hugo knew that he was being tricked, even if he knew that there was a trap in front of him, Hugo would willingly nod and agree to act. "Sixth sense of spirituality".

But this feeling is really strange. Hugo even thought about it and refused to act, just to prevent Robert's scheme from succeeding. Anyway, excellent scripts will always appear again. But Hugo couldn't deny that this script was the one that moved him the most since "The Seven Deadly Sins", even surpassing "LA Confidential". This is really confusing.

In the end, Hugo decided to play the role. After more than half a year of polishing, Hugo also knew that this is how Hollywood works, and it was actually the same before. The only difference is that before Hugo did not reach such a height, he could not see the turbulent undercurrent behind this scene, but now Hugo has also become a part of it. So, since you are already in it, why not just listen to your true inner feelings and choose your favorite works to star in?

However, Hugo did not make a decision immediately. On the one hand, he needed to have a face-to-face conversation with Knight-Hugo did not tell Rick the reason. He actually doubted Knight's ability. After all, the "six killers" Names are no joke; one aspect is that Rick needs time to set them up.

Rick naturally has no objection to Hugo's choice, but Endeavor Elite Brokerage Company and DreamWorks will not let others calculate themselves casually. This is a transaction, a two-way transaction, not a one-way transaction. More importantly, due to Hugo's strong influence, Rick actually has the upper hand-it was Catherine, not David, who came to the meeting today, so it can be seen that Robert Iger took a half-step back for the time being .

Once Hugo makes a decision, Rick will also need to make arrangements. Robert and David will definitely not simply bow their heads and agree, so he needs to exchange some information with Catherine, and there will definitely be a fight between dragons and tigers.

Now, Hugo gave Rick a signal-he is willing to take this work. It's up to Rick to do the rest.

"Nate, how did you come up with such a story? Looking at the issue of death from a child's perspective, although such a story has appeared before, it is not an easy task to write deeply." After ordering, Hugo looked at Knight and asked curiously.

Knight's expression is still full of uncontrollable excitement, and it is estimated that this emotion will be carried through tonight, "I said it just now, it is you. This sounds a bit weird, but I promise, I created this because of you. From the script." Knight's words left Hugo completely stunned, but seeing Knight's incomparably sincere expression, the kind of focus and dedication that loves movies shining in his eyes, the smile on the corner of Hugo's mouth could not help but outline stand up.

"When I was editing the last work, I worked until the early morning one night, and suddenly a picture flashed in my mind, you are wearing a white shirt, unbuttoned the top two buttons, sitting on the sofa On the armrest, your face is full of loneliness, and there are countless confusions in those eyes, as if the whole world has quieted down, and then you can clearly see the whole world fragmented in your eyes, which shocked me so much that it made my heart surge. So, So I told my editor, 'You know, I'm going to write a script called The Sixth Sense, starring Hugo Lancaster.' My editor paused, then nodded and said ,'good'."

Listening to Knight's description of the whole ins and outs, Hugo also began to outline the pictures in the movie in his mind. The overwhelming reality and complexity made Hugo fall into contemplation.

Hugo and Knight were talking in a low voice here, while Rick looked at Catherine, "So, what kind of conditions did Bowei give?"

Catherine's position in the crew of "The Sixth Sense of Spirituality" is very delicate. On the one hand, she represents Bowei Films, and she must consider issues from the company's standpoint, but on the other hand, she has a close relationship with DreamWorks. She not only It needs to be considered for this movie, but it also needs to be considered for the future. Therefore, it is up to Catherine herself how to grasp the proportion.

Catherine was not polite either, she lowered her voice and said, "The cost is capped at 60 million, and the salary is still to be discussed, but Bowei prefers the way of box office dividends, as an actor and producer. Personally, I think that 100% Twelve is the most appropriate."

Rick narrowed his eyes slightly and looked at Catherine carefully. After a while, he whispered, "I'm listening."

Catherine suddenly showed a slight smile, she knew that this cooperation has been reached!