Seven Hundred and Thirty-Six - The Story of a Collection of Sharp Contradictions in North American Society

Hollywood Draws Los Angeles 1990736 - The story of a collection of sharp contradictions in North American society "Yes, besides you, who else noticed what mom gave you?"

Listening to the man's questions, which kept coming from the phone, Naomi Watts' big eyes rolled slightly, while looking at the book on the table, she didn't pay much attention to it, and replied in a low voice into the phone: "A lot of people have seen it, and I've been watching this on the set all this time."

Until she hung up the phone, she didn't point out anyone in particular. Instead, she asked in the calmest tone what exactly happened.

Before this happened, she really didn't care about this article. As we all know, not only the major Hollywood film companies have dedicated personnel who keep an eye on the major bestseller lists, but also many small and medium-sized film companies, independent film producers, and even some highly sensitive industry practitioners. They are all watching from time to time.

Whenever a publishing house publishes something valuable, relevant film and television people will definitely come to the original author or publishing house as soon as possible.

Even if the film company has no plans to film it, it will not miss out on the adaptations that they think are valuable. This has long been a habit in Hollywood.

Large film companies are called copyright monsters for this reason. Basically, as long as there are books, games, or even a piece of outstanding social news that are related to film adaptations, the film and television adaptation rights will be bought and then thrown into the company's copyright library. , waiting for the day it will be produced.

When Naomi Watts got the copy of "Three Billboards", she knew that it did not cause any waves when it was published. Not to mention the bestseller list, the smooth publication is all due to the good relationship between Anna Greenberg and Random House.

Who knew that after ten years, someone would be interested in this book, but they only became interested after I got it.

Without thinking carefully, Naomi Watts had already guessed who it was. It was most likely Nicole Kidman who visited the set that day. Considering the state of the joke between the two, she would have never thought that the other party would do this if it weren't for the news from Wayne.

Because she remembered very clearly that Mrs. Cruz had no interest in this book at all at that time, and even made some jokes about it.

"Wayne said that this kind of thing does not require investigation or evidence at all..."

Standing on the balcony on the third floor of the Greenberg Manor, Naomi Watts was rubbing the book "Three Billboards" in her hands, but her eyes were looking outside the manor, towards Tom Grams half a block away. In the direction of Ruth's house, muttering to himself.

At the same time, in the living room of the villa where Naomi Watts was looking, Nicole Kidman was also caressing this short story.

"Pat, over at Random House, aren't you trying to take advantage of the opportunity for the lion to open its mouth?"

"Probably not."

Pat Kingsley, who was sitting opposite, frowned and shook his head slightly. "Our bid was not low, but the person in charge of Random House still said that all the copyrights for this article belong to the original author, Anna Greenberg."

Not to mention that Nicole Kidman didn't believe it and thought Random House was trying to take the opportunity to raise the price. Even Pat Kingsley didn't believe it at first.

According to the general rules of publishing, normally, even if the publisher does not have the full copyright, it will still hold part of the copyright. This was true for the epic masterpiece "The Lord of the Rings" many years ago, and it is also true for Stephen King's "The Lord of the Rings", which has been favored by Hollywood film companies in recent years.

News often breaks out in North America. It is not uncommon for descendants of writers to file lawsuits against publishers over their copyright profits. But soon, Pat Kingsley gave an explanation.

"Anna Greenberg was a producer and screenwriter more than 20 years ago. She had a long-term cooperation with Random House at that time. And, Nicole, it can be said that there was no such thing at that time. influence, otherwise, other film companies would have come to us long ago.”

"Is it possible to find someone to buy back the film and television adaptation rights from Anna Greenberg?"

"You can try, but don't have high hopes." Pat Kingsley shrugged. She had also read this article, and of course she understood why her customers were suddenly so persistent. However, after the people she sent to Random House returned without success, she no longer had any hope of winning the copyright.

Seeing what her client wanted to say, she explained again: "Nicole, although Anna Greenberg has been away from this industry for more than 20 years, you have to know that she is a complete insider and does not exist at all. Possibility of being laked.

And since she will give it to Naomi Watts, it means that she, the original author, knows the value of this article better than anyone else. The intention here is obvious, because as a woman, Naomi Watts gave birth to a daughter to the Greenberg family without getting the promise of marriage. Don't think about other things, it was just because of this. "

Just two days ago, Nicole Kidman was very lucky. She was lucky that she had memorized the name and then not forgotten it. When she came back, she found the name from back then.

"Because the real culprit was still not found after her daughter was burned to death at gunpoint, the victim's mother erected three billboards and shouted from the air to question the police chief. From this, the whole story got out of hand... ."

Looking at the hand in her hand with some regret, Nicole Kidman admired it. “I have to say that if the original author is a screenwriter, how much influence he can have on a story.

This story is really suitable to be adapted into a movie. It is full of drama and tension, and each link promotes the escalation of the conflict. The characters are three-dimensional and real. What's even more rare is that the transformation of the characters is extremely logical. Even the two protagonists who are incompatible with each other and finally become grasshoppers on the same boat are explained in a reasonable manner. "

Nodding involuntarily, Pat Kingsley had a similar feeling after reading it. This is a story that is very suitable for adaptation into a movie, although there are many coincidences in the story that seem a little deliberate. But under the shadow of black humor and absurdity, it is completely acceptable and empathic to readers.

It took her most of the night to read it. During the process, she laughed, cried, felt shocked and regretful. You know, as one of the most senior and successful practitioners in the industry, Pat Kingsley has not encountered a story that can make her empathize for a long time.

What's even more rare is that this story is told entirely from a female perspective, and at the same time, a series of metaphors and thoughts are integrated into this beautiful story.

It successfully makes people find it interesting and worthy of analysis after watching it.

So she did not hesitate to help Nicole Kidman buy the copyright. Pat Kingsley and her clients almost subconsciously thought that as long as this story is well shot, it will win an Oscar no matter when it is released. My favorite way of "artistic" expression.

It can even be said that Oscar’s favorite artistic elements are all present in this film and are cleverly blended together.

The first is the issue of violence. The heroine is a victim of domestic violence, and her ex-husband is a former policeman and a perpetrator. From the identity setting alone, there are countless things that are reminiscent and worthy of discussion.

And violence permeates every aspect of the story. The heroine attacked the dentist and set fire to the police station. The police abused black people and beat advertisers. Even the heroine's mother expressed that she wanted to return to the slave era and was a full-fledged verbal abuser and instigator of violence. .

Secondly, there is the issue of religion. The godfather comes to persuade the heroine to remove the billboard, but the heroine uses the metaphor of gang seclusion laws to criticize the godfather. This ironic storyline points directly to the increasingly serious phenomenon of godfather pedophilia in society.

There are also racial issues. In the story, the police brutally abuse black people, and various plots clearly point out the widespread discrimination against black people.

As well as complex military privilege issues, minority issues, etc., it can be said that the sharp contradictions in North American society are all cleverly blended together by this story. Then because of these sharp contradictions, it promotes the escalation of the conflict and the progress of the story.

Any person in the industry who is ambitious and sensitive enough will not be able to help but think of Oscar after seeing this story. When such a film is shot, it is difficult not to impress the hearts of the middle-aged and elderly Oscar judges, and it is also difficult for people to directly reject the temptation of political correctness.

"Nicole, do you remember what Tom said about Wayne?"

The sound made by Pat Kingsley interrupted the contemplation between the two. She looked at Nicole Kidman and whispered:

"Tom has said more than once that Wayne Greenberg himself is the biggest copyright monster besides the Big Six in Hollywood. If he wants to acquire the copyright from his family, I think it is simply impossible. Also , and more importantly, Anna Greenberg is not short of money."

"I want this story, you should know what I mean."

Staring directly at her agent, Nicole Kidman spoke firmly. "I want this story, Pat."

As the person who knows the conflicts between the Cruises best, Pat Kingsley certainly understands what the other person means. Especially during the recent period, the two are arguing about their separation. If this news is known by the paparazzi, there will be another headline in the entertainment section tomorrow.

Obviously, Nicole Kidman is already preparing to leave Tom Cruise and abandon the title of Mrs. Cruise. To aim for an Oscar, having your own career is the best preparation.

Moreover, between this celebrity couple, Pat Kingsley’s butt was crooked from the very beginning, so he thinks about everything from Nicole Kidman’s perspective.

"Nicole, listen to me." After thinking for a while, Pat Kingsley turned his head back and forth sensitively and observed the entire large living room. After confirming that there were only two of them, Didi continued to speak: "If you can't solve the problem, then go directly to the person who caused the problem!"

"You mean, Nami?"

"no!"

Nicole Kidman opened her mouth and asked in surprise: "You mean, Wayne Greenberg?!"

"Can't you?"

Pat Kingsley looked at his client up and down, his eyes wandering from the long white straight legs, to the waist maintained by a strict diet, to the exquisite face that completely covered the Eastern and Western aesthetics, and the white Want glowing skin.

She knows the advantages of her clients best. Compared with the rough skin of traditional Western women, her clients are completely opposite. Their whole bodies are as white and as delicate as milk.

As if whispering, Pat Kingsley's voice was so small that only two people could hear it. "In some ways, you are more in line with Wayne Greenberg's aesthetic than Naomi Watts and others!"

"No, Pat."

For the first time, Nicole Kidman recalled some uncomfortable memories. "Pat, Wayne rejected me once."

The two women have never considered the relationship between Wayne and Tom Cruise at all. They are all very aware of the impact of this incident. Similar things are too common in the industry. And according to rumors in the industry, the dark king of Hollywood is not a good person at all.

As long as you can make the other person's heart flutter, the other person won't consider any bullshit friendship. Once a man takes over, he will become a small head dominating the big head.

"Nicole, according to my analysis, Wayne's eccentricities or perverted hobbies that have been reported by the media are most likely true. Think about the rumors in the circle. As long as we find the right method, it's possible. ..."

"No, no, Pat, if you do this..."

"Think about Three Billboards. What would have happened if Wayne Greenberg had directed it himself?"

Pat Kingsley knows her clients too well. She knows better than anyone that once Nicole Kidman gets aggressive, she wishes she could treat herself as a human being.

Obviously, her words worked. Nicole Kidman fell silent instantly after hearing this huge temptation.

The story of "Three Billboards", plus the style of Wayne Greenberg who fits perfectly, just think of these two points. When I recall the so-called Oscar-winning actress’ joke on Naomi Watts’ first two days on set, it seems now that it is definitely not a joke.

The difficulty in this matter is how to lure the dark king of Hollywood to death so that he can start this small project immediately after finishing his work at DC and let himself star as the heroine!

Even at this moment, Nicole Kidman had already calculated the shooting time of "Three Billboards" through her own experience in the industry. There is no doubt that the feasibility is very high. The scene of this film is simple and the investment is very small. As long as the other party is willing and takes the time to produce it, it can be produced.

"Pat, what do I need to do?"

Seeing Nicole Kidman's eyes gradually becoming firmer, Pat Kingsley already knew that the other party was mentally prepared when he heard what she asked.

"First of all, let's not treat Wayne as a normal person. Then, you have to treat yourself as a normal person too!..." Pat Kingsley's voice slowly became lower and finally lowered. It's like mosquitoes buzzing.

"That's it, stimulating the beast nature in his body. This kind of thing will happen countless times after the first time. Nicole, by then he will care about face more than you. This Mrs. Cruz calls existence The meaning becomes very great!”

Nodding silently, now that Nicole Kidman has thought about leaving Tom Cruise, she no longer cares about this marriage that is on the edge. As long as it can bring benefits to herself, she doesn't mind trying anything.

"But Wayne Greenberg is still in Italy..."

"He will always come back to Los Angeles. At least he will attend the Oscar ceremony." Pat Kingsley said softly: "Don't worry, this can't be done in a day or two. I will help you when the time comes." You look for opportunities to create established facts..."