Chapter 946 Gore Verbinski

The Tempest is Shakespeare's fantasy play and is said to be Shakespeare's last play.

The script tells the story of a duke in the city of Milan, Italy, who was usurped by his younger brother on a deserted island, conquered the elves and monsters on the island, and then took revenge to regain his title. The whole story is quite a bit like "The Count of Monte Cristo".

Eric found Vera Farmiga in a Fox costume last night, called and ordered a few words, and early the next morning, he got the "The Tempest" play at a Broadway theater in Manhattan. tickets.

The costume drama that Vera Farmiga participated in was called "Roar", and it was cut after only 13 episodes due to dismal ratings. She was originally a drama actress, but because of her unfavorable career development on the TV screen, she had to temporarily return to Broadway to resume her old career. "The Tempest" is the play she is participating in.

Eric has yet to contact Vera Farmiga himself, although he thinks the actress has a pair of eyes that are very suitable for horror movies, but he still intends to take a look.

The confirmed director of "Midnight Bell" happened to be in New York, and Eric called him specifically, intending to watch the play together, which was regarded as an audition for the heroine. .

Speaking of which, the director of the American version of "Midnight Bell" is also well-known in the original time and space. This guy's name is Gore Verbinski, the director of the "Pirates of the Caribbean" trilogy. Moreover, Gore Verbinski is similar to Michael Bay and David Fincher. Before switching to film directors, they were all well-known commercial and music MV directors.

When Eric asked people to find Gore Verbinski, he had just finished a short film of his own, intending to use it as a stepping stone to enter Hollywood, so Firefly easily signed him a three-film contract.

The August Theater, where Vera Farmiga performs, is located on West 52nd Street in Midtown, near Broadway. Christmas has just passed, and New Year is coming soon. After the night comes, the streets and alleys of Manhattan are even more lively.

The show started at eight o'clock, and Eric and Gore Verbinski entered the theater at 7:30. A staff member who was a little excited after recognizing Eric led them down to the box on the second floor overlooking the entire stage.

Eric and Gore Verbinski sat down after meeting the theater owner who came to say hello.

Today was actually the first time that Gore Verbinski saw Eric after he signed with Firefly, but he knew that Eric himself had appointed him as the director of "Midnight Bell".

Although I don't know why the young Hollywood tycoon noticed himself, Gore Verbinski also has enough confidence. His resume in the advertising industry is no worse than that of Michael Bay. He once won the Cannes Advertising Silver Award. The Lion Awards and the Claude Advertising Awards, known as the 'Oscars' of advertising.

However, Gore Verbinski was a little disappointed that the film contract he received was a horror film. Although horror films belong to a very large category in Hollywood, the genre is ultimately incomparable to mainstream commercial films.

""Midnight Bell" is a psychological thriller, so I think a heroine who can lead the audience into the play is particularly important. You should pay attention to the role of the elf Ariel in the second female lead. Her name is Wei La Farmiga, the actress has a naturally tense temperament, even a little neurotic, especially those very special eyes, people can't help but want to let go when they look at her. , for fear of her being frightened.

Such an actress is perfect for the heroine of "Midnight Bell". "

Gore Verbinski nodded earnestly, and when Eric finished speaking, he saw that the performance had not yet started, and said, "Eric, I have read the entire project information. I think, if you are very optimistic about this For a movie, the $20 million budget seems a bit underwhelming."

Eric asked, "What are you going to do?"

"Since I and the actress we are about to meet are both newcomers, as for the male lead, we should invite a first-line male star with more box-office appeal to ensure that the film will gain wider popularity after the film's word-of-mouth success. This will guarantee the box office.”

Eric was fiddling with an exquisite mini telescope in his hand, but he thought of "The Sixth Sense", the classic horror film, the reason why it won the global box office of 600 million US dollars may be largely because of the male protagonist It's Bruce Willis' sake. Although Bruce Willis' acting skills are really hard to compliment, it has to be said that the box office success of "The Sixth Sense" is indispensable for Bruce Willis' fame.

The original American version of "Midnight Bell" was remade after the Japanese version had a very wide influence, so it easily achieved very good box office results. But right now, the Japanese version of "Midnight Bell" has been cut off by Eric, and the new American version of "Midnight Bell" has no basis for popularity. To make up for this, Gore Verbinski's suggestion comes Also good.

After thinking about it for a while, Eric said: "You can discuss this matter with Kenneth and the others. If you can invite first-line male stars to join, the budget can be increased, but my request is not to sign a contract."

In recent years, there have been more and more cases of first-tier superstars asking for box office share, especially when participating in low-cost commercial films, as long as there are first-tier stars to join, these people have the mentality of picking up leaks with a small and broad mind, and they basically sign share contracts.

Gore Verbinski originally wanted to do the same, and promised to share, not only can reduce the basic salary of stars, reduce production costs and avoid risks, but also more likely to invite first-line superstars.

Hearing that Eric was not allowed to sign the sharing contract, Gore Verbinski moved his lips, but in the end he did not refute, he still knew about Pierce Brosnan's salary dispute with MGM a few months ago.

The two chatted for a while before the show started.

Although the August Theater is not a first-line theater on Broadway, the standard of this drama is still very high. Even Eric, who is not too interested in Shakespeare, watched the two-hour performance with relish, and Vera Farmiga's performance also made Eric and Gore Verbinski Both are very satisfied.

At the end of the show, Eric and Gore Verbinski were about to leave, when the owner of the theater named Andrew Wiggins appeared in front of them again, looking very attentive: "Mr. Williams, our show Can you still be satisfied?"

The other party was very respectful, and Eric was not rude. He complimented: "Of course, it's very good. I will come again next time when I have time."

"Oh, it's our pleasure," said Andrew Wiggins, handing over a business card and sharing one with Gore Verbinski: "You can call me anytime if you need to. I'll leave the best box for the two of you."

Eric nodded, took the business card and put it in his suit pocket, and was about to leave when Andrew Wiggins said again: "Mr. Williams, our actors know you are coming to the show, and they are all backstage now. , I hope to say hello to you."

Eric planned to have someone contact Vera Farmiga tomorrow. Hearing Andrew Wiggins' invitation, he hesitated, nodded, and walked to the backstage of the theater with him.

Most theaters have only one drama performance every day. Backstage at the August Theater, the performance is over. Usually, this time should be the most relaxing time for everyone.

But today, everyone was quickly changing their clothes and removing makeup after the curtain call, because they heard a news that lifted everyone's spirits, Eric Williams came to watch tonight's show.

The August Theater is not a famous theater on Broadway, so the smarter people realize that Eric certainly won't just come to watch tonight's play. Well, while I can't guess the actual reason for Eric watching the show, everyone knows it's a great opportunity.

There isn't a Broadway actor who doesn't yearn for Hollywood, and just impressing Eric Williams with the slightest impression can change their lives. Because of this, all the actors in this show actually played with 12 points of spirit, and some unexplained regulars in the audience also discovered that tonight's show was better than many times before.

Taking Eric all the way to the backstage, Andrew Wiggins couldn't help but probe: "Mr. Williams, you came to watch "The Tempest" on purpose, are you planning to shoot Shakespeare?"

Eric shook his head with a smile, pointed to Gore Verbinski beside him, and said, "It's him who wants to make a movie, but, well, I actually liked an actor in your team. , so, you may have to make a substitution."

"Oh, what a lucky guy," Andrew Wiggins didn't show the slightest embarrassment or frustration, but a little joy.

On Broadway, Shakespeare's actors are the most indispensable, and it is not too difficult to change actors. Moreover, Andrew Wiggins doesn't believe that Eric will take the actor away tomorrow. The start of a movie must take preparation time. During this time difference, the actor that Eric likes will definitely stay. Continuing to perform here, he can instead use this stunt to promote it and increase the box office of the theater.

However, Andrew Wiggins was also very curious as to which lucky one was spotted by Eric Williams. He is very familiar with his troupe members. Most of the starring actors have experience in film or TV performances, but they have basically not developed much. Otherwise, no one will be willing to return to Broadway.

As soon as Eric entered the backstage, he noticed the figure of Vera Farmiga.

At this time, Vera Farmiga was only twenty-four years old, the most golden age for Western women, with fair skin, light blonde hair, and a white turtleneck sweater standing in the crowd. A pair of special eyes looked over, giving people a very innocent feeling.

Under the introduction of Andrew Wiggins, Eric greeted several leading actors and took a group photo with them, before turning his attention to Vera Farmiga.

In fact, in the short communication process, many people also discovered the attention of Eric and Gore Verbinski. As Eric looked at Vera Farmiga, everyone's eyes They all looked over with rich emotions, and Vera Farmiga naturally had a premonition of something, and felt a little excited in his heart, but felt a little incredible.

Eric also felt the eyes of everyone, and after thinking about it, he still said bluntly: "Miss Farmiga, can you talk alone?"

"Well, okay, okay," Vera Farmiga nodded, her fingers twisted in front of her, looking a little overwhelmed.

"Then, if nothing else, maybe I can send Miss Farmiga home?" Eric looked at Andrew Wiggins again.

Andrew Wiggins actually wanted to hold a party in his heart, but since Eric said so, he did not refuse, it was already late at night after all, so he nodded and said, "Of course there is no problem."

During the conversation between Eric and Andrew Wiggins, Vera Farmiga also came back to her senses and looked at her bloated black down jacket on the hanger not far away. She didn't want to wear it in front of Eric. With this outfit, I looked at a very good sister who was a very good friend in normal days. The other party's long pink down jacket was still very beautiful, and the two of them had similar statures.

However, noticing the obvious jealous look in the sister's eyes, Vera Farmiga gave up the idea and ran to pick up her clothes and handbag, along with Eric and Gore Verbinski. left the theater.

Gore Verbinski walked out of the theater with Eric, and took the initiative to bid farewell.

In New York late at night at the end of December, the temperature was already below zero, and pedestrians on the streets were no longer as crowded as they were just at night.

Eric's car was waiting not far from the theater, but he didn't intend to get in the car immediately. He took the windbreaker from the approaching bodyguard and put it on, seeing Vera Farmiga still holding his own. Down jacket, his face was red from the cold, but he still had no intention of putting it on. He asked with a smile, "Aren't you cold?"

Vera Farmiga shook her head: "Alright, alright."

"You better put it on, I'm cold when I look at it," Eric said, taking the down jacket from Vera Farmiga and carefully helping her unfold it.

Vera Farmiga had to put her arms into her sleeves and put her down jacket on.

Eric looked at the originally slender woman and suddenly swollen, smiled, and said, "Why did you think of buying a black down jacket, do you also like black?"

"No, that's it, just buy it casually," Vera Farmiga shook her head. In fact, it was because this dress was at a discount. Although she participated in Fox's "Roar" in the first half of the year, as a newcomer, In fact, he didn't make much money, instead he wasted more than half a year, and his economic situation was not very comfortable.