Hollywood Domination Chapter 214: The Artist’s Companion

"cut! good!" Tony yelled loudly holding the guide tube, and clapped his hands vigorously, "!"

Following his movements, the crew members also applauded sparsely, forming a resounding echo in the empty building. It was also the first time for Jenny to let go of the 'Karen' airs on the set, and use her own personality Applauded Daniel and said, "That's great, Daniel."

Daniel moved the corners of his mouth and gave a blunt smile, but he didn't say much. Instead, he picked up the script again and read the only scene left in the whole film - since it was an interior scene and the dialogue was simple, it was right For most people, the three-month filming period has officially ended, and tomorrow morning at the latest, they can leave this remote town and return to the bustling Los Angeles.

"Okay, ready to transfer the location, rest for fifteen minutes, we will shoot the last scene." Tony said energetically, and then invited Jenny, "Jennifer, can you come together? I want you to witness the last scene Finish the shot."

Although he did not praise anything grossly, Tony’s expression has already expressed his gratitude-because the chemical reaction between Jenny and Daniel gave Tony a lot of inspiration, and the shooting cycle was delayed from the original nine weeks to ten. Two weeks, nearly a month more time, which means budget overruns for small and medium-budget films, and also means a flaw in the director's control, but as the main investor and producer, Jenny not only did not raise objections, but gave Tony exerted pressure, but patiently cooperated with Tony's work, reshooting and reshooting the previous shots, and at the same time expressed his supportive attitude, which made Warner's spokespersons, including Clooney, no room to speak, and also gave Tony some freedom. Space to carve the fine art in your heart. What's even more touching is that although she doesn't have many roles, Jenny can travel between Hollywood and filming locations between shootings, but except for some unstoppable events that she will return to Hollywood to participate in, most of the time, even if Staying on the set without a part in the show helped Daniel maintain his acting status.

Although she claimed that she was learning Daniel's acting skills, this sentence is not very credible, because everyone can see that Daniel almost never talks to others, even when talking to Jenny, it is based on Michael and Karen's identity, tone, and his acting skills can't be learned from the sidelines, and it's not the same as Jennifer's acting skills. At least Jennifer is comfortable switching between the two states.

"Of course." Jenny said happily, and smiled at Tony, "I have a hunch that this will be a masterpiece, Tony, congratulations first."

Tony fisted her, and the two exchanged a tacit smile—this experience in film production also allowed Jenny to expand her social circle, and now she rarely relies on her femininity to facilitate anything , and even said that the contacts with Sidney and Tony have nothing to do with her charm, but more based on mutual respect for each other's abilities and talents. This kind of friendship between gentlemen also makes her feel good, after all, that This kind of person relies on his own charm to kill everyone in seconds, and almost every man will be extra attentive to her with ulterior motives. This kind of thing seems beautiful, but it is not so enjoyable for the person involved.

No one—including the assistant to talk to Daniel, everyone kindly let him walk on the sidewalk a certain distance near the crew members. Jenny and Tony talked and laughed and walked back to the crew's stronghold on several floors downstairs. Karen’s makeup, but there is no need to touch up the makeup anymore, her role in the previous scene is completely over, now everyone just needs to wait for Daniel to touch up the makeup, and then go to a nearby studio to shoot the last scene where Michael leaves in a taxi, It can be officially completed.

"...Yes, the biggest difference between this movie and "The Bourne" is the lack of thrilling action scenes." Jenny agreed, and there was a short pause in her words—because she happened to be with Rebecca Miller, who was behind a half-open door, met his eyes, "—Tony, can we talk later? I saw Rebecca, I should go over and say hello."

Of course Tony has no objection. He came here just to refill the coffee. After a short stay, he took the team to the studio to take pictures first. Jenny smiled and walked to the door, but Rebecca waved her to the door without saying hello.

"Hush." ​​Rebecca made a gesture to lower the volume first, and then apologized a little embarrassedly, "I'm sorry, but Daniel usually doesn't like us interrupting his performance. Now there is only one scene left, He definitely doesn't want to see us appear."

Jennie nodded understandingly. She and Rebecca had met in Ireland before, so there was not much acquaintance. She also knew that although Rebecca brought her child to visit Daniel, she only met him for a while yesterday. However, the two still slept in different rooms, and the youngest son brought by Rebecca didn't seem to see his father.

"Family time in a few hours," she said reassuringly, without asking, but Jenny guessed that Daniel and Rebecca wouldn't have much time on the phone, so for them, it was almost After three months of separation without any news, even without mentioning some possible trust issues, it is said that a family suddenly and completely separated for three months. The wife and children's longing for Daniel is also conceivable.

Rebecca shook her head, turned her body slightly, and looked at Daniel who was fixing his makeup through the crack of the door. He seemed unaware of his wife's arrival. "Tonight is not enough. Daniel still needs to be alone for one night to get rid of the influence of the character temporarily."

She let out a sigh of relief and shrugged again, "Of course, this is the price of marrying a great artist. A large part of his life is swallowed up by performances, and even his wife and children cannot touch this part at all." Touch, acting will always be his lover, we can only take a backseat."

There is no resentment or bitterness in Rebecca's words, maybe because she is also an artist, photographer, director and poet herself, for whom this is not a sacrifice. But Jenny still felt a little embarrassed. After all, she deliberately 'snatched' Daniel from them for three months. She cleared her throat and asked, "I only saw little Cashel last night, little Didn't Ronan come?"

"He has reached the age of elementary school." Rebecca said lightly, "But Wicklow County can't find a good school, and we are considering sending him to a boarding school."

Chatted with Rebecca about family affairs, Jenny has been thinking about how to speak, but can't find the right time, Rebecca has been distracted to observe her husband, just talking to Jenny about trivial matters Just to pass the time. After Daniel finished his makeup and went out of the room, she came back to her senses, smiled and walked downstairs with Jenny.

"My temper is much milder than my husband's." She explained the reason for Jenny's refusal to go around, "You can ask directly, Jennifer—about my father and Marilyn. , don’t worry about anything.”

Jenny breathed a sigh of relief—if it was something else, she had nothing to say directly, but Arthur Miller passed away 2 years ago, and for some delicate and sensitive artists, two years is a long time. It’s not enough for them to get out of this huge trauma, just like Daniel, it is said that after so many years, he still doesn’t like to talk about his father with others. Based on her superficial friendship with Rebecca, she really couldn't judge whether Rebecca was this type of artist.

"Looks like you've totally figured out my idea," she smiled sheepishly.

"Of course, the fact that you are going to shoot "Monroe" has caused a sensation in England." Rebecca said casually, "I stayed in London for a few days before coming to the United States. Everyone is talking about it—you should be honored, Jennifer, there are a lot of film and television dramas filmed in London every year, but few projects get such attention.”

It seems that Arthur's pre-selection role has created momentum. Jenny is satisfied, but of course she also feels a certain amount of pressure, but in general this is a good thing-for an art film, how can it be released in theaters? Building people's attention and expectations before is almost as important as the quality of the shooting. Because art films follow the award route, and if they follow the award route, it must be because of people. A good commercial film may create a "Pirates of the Caribbean"-like miracle, but a good art film has never been released before it is officially released. After that, it suddenly shined brilliantly. If "Michael Clayton" is filmed by an unknown director, all the actors are unknown, and have not been favored and recommended by some influential people, then even if the quality of the film is comparable to this version, it It is absolutely impossible to be nominated for an Olympic Award, or to cause any disturbances at major film festivals. Very small fandom.

Of course, movies always need funding for shooting, and the companies that pay for this project will naturally try their best to recommend it, so this kind of thing is not likely to happen in Hollywood, but there are foreign movies with good quality every year, because Lacking the optimism of domestic bigwigs, it falls on the threshold of hitting Hollywood. The Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film is the most typical example. But generally speaking, the higher the attention of an art film, the better, and the bigger the producer behind it, the better. After all, in essence, this is still a game of personal affection——Jenny did not invite a veteran like Sidney If big players come to hold the lineup, then the early attention is very important.

"About Marilyn, there is not much I can tell you." Rebecca was indeed more straightforward and outgoing than Daniel. She didn't let Jenny ask questions, but said as she walked, "Because my father is really very Talk less about her, she died the year I was born, so as you can imagine, by the time I was old enough to take an interest in it, it was a dusty past, to see that I It is not so easy for my father to be affected by it."

"Of course, you must have heard my father's famous saying that his union with Marilyn is what he regards as 'America's best brain combined with America's best body'." Rebecca with Jenny Sitting in the car, he continued, "Although I have great admiration for him, I think he and Marilyn lack the basis of true love. Their combination is based on Marilyn's external beauty. She The abundant **** has fascinated my father, and she is also fascinated by his talent, but this combination is destined to be short-lived and unstable, and it is difficult for my father to give her a sense of security—"

Jenny nodded involuntarily—although Rebecca Miller's reputation is not obvious, but a tiger father has no dog daughter, her insight is shocking. As the most authoritative Marilyn Monroe expert in the world, Jenny I agree with Rebecca's point of view, although every time she empathizes, it doesn't mean that she will have a complete memory of Monroe, but just grabs Monroe's emotional impulse at a certain time period, and can only sense Some jumbled thoughts, but insecurity was a major source of the emotions she tasted. Monroe's spiritual world is fragmented and incoherent. On the one hand, she knows that her beauty and sexiness can shake the world. They have pushed her to such a height. She knows how to conquer a man with a look and a smile , to obtain unpredictable and flowing power, but on the other hand, she deeply understands that the world's fascination with her is only based on her beauty, which is the entire connection between her and the world, under those praises and glory , it is very difficult for her to find someone who loves her essence, and it is this precarious feeling that makes Monroe more charming. Her beauty is the result of careful packaging, but she also burns herself desperately and indulges in seeking happy side.

When Jenny used to sympathize with Monroe, she usually chose some of her coquettish clips. Those negative and chaotic thoughts did not account for much, but the number of times of empathy increased. Of course, she also built a strong relationship with Monroe. From my own understanding, although Rebecca is commenting on the relationship between Arthur Miller and Marilyn Monroe, this passage can almost be expanded to cover Monroe's life, and the film can also use this as a starting point to expand the construction The relationship between the rest of the characters and Monroe.

"So you don't blame Marilyn for having an affair with him in her marriage, and continuing to take medicine, and even delaying your father's creative career?" She asked curiously, already fully focused, she felt This can be a valuable conversation.

"Of course," said Rebecca with some surprise, "it's their life, why should I judge?"

Judging from her expression, the history of extramarital affairs and taking drugs does not surprise Rebecca. In fact, she may feel that Jenny is making a fuss. In Jenny's apologetic smile, Rebecca continued, "But , even if my father admired Marilyn's talent and her character, I'm afraid the relationship between them may not last long. From my point of view-from the perspective of my relationship with two great contemporary artists, the artists are quite self-centered creature, to be an artist's mate, you must have a willingness to give, otherwise the balance of the relationship is impossible."

Complicated expressions flashed across her face, and she sighed after a while, "In fact, although few people admit it, Monroe is indeed an artist, at least she has artistic pursuits, and her acting skills have always been recognized. Her beauty belies it. And I am afraid that two narcissistic, selfish artists together are like two black holes together, they will just swallow each other and make each other's life more chaotic. In fact, the artist The most ideal partner, in my opinion, should be like this. He or she should have a certain artistic quality and some talent, but this talent will not be too much to swallow their personal life. Gentle, caring, and dedicated. In this way, there will be neither incomprehension nor conflict between the two, and this talent can also ensure that in the life of the two partners, the weaker side will not become a complete vassal."

She shrugged and admitted frankly, "My father and mother are such a combination, and Daniel and I are the same. I think this is the most stable combination. This is the best result for the artist. He can Finding resonance in the family, but still having the freedom and space to create, while still enjoying a relatively normal relationship and maintaining a stable mental state-you know, this is always a problem for geniuses. But alas, Monroe did not have such luck, in fact, too many male and female stars, too many talented artists have not had such luck.”

Jenny has always been in contact with a social class dominated by stars. Even if she has been to Broadway, she has dealt with a team with a strong commercial atmosphere. What people talk about and worry about are fame, fortune and business. It was the first time for her to come into contact with a group of artists like Rebecca, who came from a wealthy family with a strong literary and artistic atmosphere. Some of Rebecca’s words were very inspiring to her. In fact, Meryl also said similar things to her. According to Rebecca's standard, Meryl's family actually meets this standard. Her husband is a representative figure with a certain talent and gentle personality, which is why their marriage has been stable for so many years.

"Sean Penn." Jenny said, drawing a knowing smile from Rebecca.

"—James Dean, Marlon Brando," Rebecca shook her head, "there are too many people. Monroe has attracted much attention not only because of her achievements, but also because of her death. Rich in legend, the beauty is stained with the aura of power, which arouses people's desire for voyeurism. However, her troubles in her emotional life are not special, starting from the emergence of the movie star industry, this is a repeated tragicomedy, from Elizabeth .Taylor started. The proportion of legendary female movie stars with normal married life is pitifully low. How strong is it?"

She paused, "Oh, sorry, Jennifer, I forgot that you are also a legendary actress—"

Jenny did not deny that she felt chilled hearing Rebecca's assertion: It was an indescribable feeling, because in theory she should not expect to have a normal family life now, but hearing Rebecca Her words still made her quite frustrated.

"Don't worry, I didn't take it to heart, I think there is still a certain gap between me and Monroe and Taylor." She said honestly, "I mean, I am neither so beautiful nor so superb. Minutes—"

"Do you know what is the main difference between you and them?" They had already arrived in front of the studio, but Rebecca didn't push the door to go in, but walked to an open space in front of the studio with Jenny. Standing under the tree and chatting, "Jennifer——you are very calm."

Rebecca waved her hand, "For artists, passion is their driving force. When they pour this enthusiasm into their performances, they can often produce excellent masterpieces. Usually these fanatical emotions will make They do stupid things. But you are different, you perform with passion, but you are so calm and composed in your daily life-"

Although she is not a beautiful woman—by the way, Rebecca was thirty-three years old when she and Daniel met—the eloquent Rebecca naturally has a charm, which may make her Daniel felt that he had finally found the love of his life. She said to Jenny, "You never seem to be fascinated by your talent and beauty. This is a very rare talent in my opinion, so maybe you will be an odd number, dear. Yes, I believe that maybe you will be an outlier."

In her smiling and sincere eyes, Jenny was rarely shy like a little girl, like a primary school student who cheated and got full marks in the exam, and didn't know how to face her parents—she knew the reason why Rebecca treated her She looked at her differently because she probably saw her performance material, and because of this, she saw some of her works, and decided that she was also an out-and-out genius, a genius of Daniel's level, and after getting along with two geniuses for these years , she kindly gave some pointers to the problems that Jenny might encounter in the future-it was this kindness that made her feel a little guilty, but she couldn't explain that she was not actually a genius, and maybe she wouldn't suffer from such problems. Troubled, these words were of great help to her in shaping Monroe, even better than the "daily details of Arthur and Marilyn" she expected to hear——

"Thank you for the compliment," she finally said, "Rebecca, I would like you to come to the premiere of "Monroe"—Daniel doesn't have to come, I invite you."

Rebecca laughed loudly, but was interrupted by the cheers from the studio. Jenny and she exchanged glances, and walked into the studio tacitly, but soon, the door was opened, Some crew members rushed out cheering: Obviously, the film has officially wrapped.

"Congratulations, Tony." Jenny stepped forward and shook hands with Tony. Many actors came up to ask her for autographs and group photos. Met the Day-Lewis - they stood in the corner of the set and whispered for a while, then parted as if nothing had happened, Rebecca returned to join the mass crowd, and Daniel, who disappeared in silence without saying hello to anyone. out of the crowd.

"He needs another night out of character," Rebecca said at the party, but her tone was upbeat. "It's a happier movie, so he's in a good mood now, so it's not going to be a Too big a problem.”

Jenny wants to continue chatting with her about Marilyn and Daniel, Arthur, and the relationship between Rebecca and Daniel inspires her creative ideas-if the relationship between Colin and Monroe draws on Rebecca and Daniel , then the entire "My Week with Monroe" is not so illusory and difficult to explain. The mutual attraction between Colin and Monroe is precisely because they not only have sexual attraction, but also have spiritual echoes. Including the matching of characters and the giving of a sense of security, and the changing and estranged relationship between Monroe and Miller can be used as a good contrast, making this story close to love even more touching——

Just like her inspiration to Daniel, the chat with Rebecca put her in a stage of strong creative desire, and she felt inspired, and all the confusion about "Monroe" before was illuminated. It felt like she was playing Karen, full of addictive spiritual pleasure, making people want to seize every moment of the present and make this moment last forever.

Jenny was about to speak to take over the conversation, but suddenly there was a small commotion at the entrance of the venue. Suddenly, people all focused their attention on her, and the crowd automatically parted a line——Christopher Hanks Entering proudly, he looked dusty, obviously just arrived from other places.

"Chris!" Jenny's train of thought was interrupted at once, she was a little upset instinctively, but her pragmatic side quickly suppressed the thought: Chris must have come to the party specially, she You should be warmer to him. "How did you come—how did you know—oh, Mary, it must be you, doesn't it?"

Mary smiled enthusiastically at her, and amidst the booing sound of kindness around her, Chris took her into his arms and kissed her, "Are you surprised?"

"It was indeed a big surprise." Jenny said sincerely, "I thought you would be in London today."

In the past few months, the two have been completely separated, not only because Jenny has to concentrate on filming, but also because the promotion period for Chris's new film has begun. He is also too busy in Los Angeles, and he has no time to visit Jenny. The two of them talk on the phone every day. If he says that he is not happy to see him, then Jenny is lying. They've been living together for the past few months, and Chris has had a lot of little romances, and people are creatures of habit, and she must have missed his kindness and thoughtfulness.

"Things in London are over a day early." Chris said, "It just so happens - Tony, we meet again - this charming lady must be Rebecca."

He smiled charmingly, took Rebecca's hand and kissed it, and Rebecca smiled amusedly, "And of course you are Christopher - nice to meet you, charming Young man."

Christopher's dramatic appearance made the atmosphere of the party even more lively. Of course, it also attracted many people to greet him. Jenny also gave up thinking about "Monroe" - these things can be discussed tomorrow - rest assured He was held in Chris's arms, accepting everyone's ridicule.

However, when she met Rebecca's eyes by chance, Jenny suddenly felt slightly uncomfortable in her penetrating and insightful eyes, and the conversation during the day seemed to reverberate in her mind , brought a vague haze...

However, she quickly controlled this meaningless worry: everything is fine with her and Chris now, at least, there is no problem now.

"What's wrong?" Sensing her distraction, Chris lowered his head curiously, and asked affectionately in her ear.

"It's nothing." Jenny smiled and shook her head. She also lowered her voice and said jokingly, "I was just wondering when we can leave here."

Chris was obviously amused, his chest vibrated lowly, and Jenny also laughed in a low voice with him, laughing at something that only the two of them could understand—

At least, at this moment, her smile is shy, mischievous, sincere and happy.