I’m in Hollywood

In a 'refined' restaurant, after Eric finished ordering, he smiled and watched with interest as Julia elegantly communicated with the 'waiter' and skillfully 'manipulated' the tableware in front of him.

What are you looking at? Julia quickly felt Eric's gaze and asked curiously.

Eric shook his head: It's nothing, just suddenly remembered the first time I met you in Jeff's restaurant, and I feel that you have changed a lot now.

Julia obviously didn't want Eric to mention her worst period, and glared at him angrily: Are you taking credit?

Of course not, Eric smiled. I just think...it's funny, Cinderella turned into a princess in the blink of an eye.

Don't mention 'Hollywood Cinderella' in front of me, okay? I'm almost bored by this title. Julia rolled her eyes. Although this title contains the envy of the media and the public, it also Mixed with a lot of jokes.

Okay, then, why did you suddenly come back?

I received an endorsement and rushed back to shoot an advertisement, and by the way...by the way, I'll visit you.

Julia said and stammered a little afterward.

In fact, she mainly came back to see Eric. Shooting the commercial is an excuse. If she wanted to, it would not be a problem to shoot the commercial in Louisiana. Anyway, she was in a crew, and many equipment and personnel were readily available. .

But after all, Eric had been in a coma for more than ten hours before, and although he was safe in the end, this incident caused a stir in Hollywood. , if she did not 'show' her face from beginning to end during the process of Eric's injury being completely improved, she would inevitably be called ungrateful by some media.

And the reason why I waited for Eric outside the studio today, instead of visiting in private, was just a little thought from Julia. Without him, in order to create a little exposure, Julia is also uneducated in this regard. Pass. Although Fengyue is still in hot release, she herself has disappeared from the media for a whole month. The Louisiana town where Steel Magnolia 'Flower' was filmed is too remote.

In addition, the director Herbert Ross was worried about being disturbed by reporters, so the news of the shooting location was strictly blocked. Even if there were three or two paparazzi who found there, they would not get any valuable news.

At the same time, Julia was also a little nervous about going to visit Eric 'privately'. She had a fresh memory of that time when she visited Eric secretly. The stern and mean reprimands couldn't help crying, and Julia hated this incomprehensible man so much that her teeth itch.

Thank you for your concern, Julia, Eric replied earnestly, and then asked curiously, By the way, what commercials are you shooting?

Lancome's perfume endorsement, Julia raised a few fingers and shook it in front of Eric with a little pride: One year, this number.

Wow, it's a huge amount of money, Eric didn't even bother to tease, I don't mind if you have a little vanity, but if you want to show off, find a suitable person, okay? Is it really appropriate to do this in front of you?

Okay, I know you don't like it, so don't use that expression, Julia pursed her red lips in dissatisfaction, and remembered that her mouth would appear bigger if she did this, so he was dissatisfied with himself and quickly Putting away the corners of his lips: I can't compare to you. With a little injury, the entire United States has attracted the attention, and even took away the limelight of the Oscars just held.

It should be said that I made a shield for this Oscar. If I hadn't been injured, this Oscar would have received more scolding. Eric shrugged and replied: Actually, the Academy should be good. Thank me.

I'm not quite sure about this, but I only saw in Louisiana that the director of this year's Oscars, Alan Carr, announced that he would never accept the invitation to be the director of the party again, but things shouldn't be as bad as you said?

It's worse than you think, but I can't tell you too much, because I and many other presenters and performers have signed a non-disclosure agreement that promises not to be mentioned for 20 years. Anything inside this Oscar. And Disney has also come to join in the fun these days, threatening to sue the awards ceremony for 'privately' using Snow White's portrait, anyway, it's a mess, if it wasn't for my injury With most of the media attention, the college must make at least one public apology to quell the media and public anger.

Julia opened her eyes wide and listened to Eric's narration, but she couldn't understand much after all. After all, she didn't participate in this Oscar in person, and she couldn't even 'take' time because of the rush to shoot some scenes that night. Come see the awards ceremony. So the topic was quickly shifted to Eric's injury, and the 'girl' was still most concerned about the injury on Eric's forehead.

Hey, it was inconvenient to get in the car just now. Let's talk about it now. What's the matter with the injury on your forehead? I don't believe it's as simple as falling down the stairs. There must be a secret?

Eric spread his hands and said helplessly: But that's the truth.

Definitely not, Julia showed a sly smile: I read the newspaper carefully the other day. After you were injured that day, it was Drew and your girl named Jennifer Aniston. 'The hospital that your friends took you to.

and then?

Julia leaned forward slightly and said in a low voice: I think it must be your 'girlfriend' friend Aniston who suddenly went to your house that morning and found you and Drew on the same 'bed', and picked it up on impulse Did you smash the 'flower' bottle or something?

The surprise in Eric's face disappeared in a flash. Although Julia's guess was far from the truth, one thing was true. He was again abused by Aniston's innate talent. It was hit, but fortunately Virginia was smart enough afterwards to not 'show' during the entire incident, and only went to the hospital with the others to see him when his injury had completely stabilized.

Julia keenly caught Eric's momentary change in expression, her red lips opened slightly, and she showed a surprised expression: No way, did I guess right?

Absolutely not, I swear by the lamp, Eric smiled and pointed to the crystal chandelier above his head: I just accidentally dropped it. My pathology report has been published in many newspapers. You can definitely see that there are many parts of my body. With contusions, you don't think Aniston is capable of inflicting that wide range of injuries on me, do you?

That's not necessarily true, the 'girl' looked up and down at Eric unconvinced, as if thinking about how to do it if she wanted to cause such an injury.

Forget it, let's not talk about this unpleasant topic, let's talk about Steel Magnolia 'Flower', after all, I only communicated with Mr. Herbert Ross over the phone a few times, and it happened that you, the client, were here. How about it?

Julia shook her head honestly, she was still not sure why Eric would watch this movie, and she was forcefully suppressing her salary to let her play. In Julia's view, Steel Magnolia 'Flowers' is a trivial story with no central point at all. A group of housewives' wives live an ordinary life day after day, various festivals, various life and death, each trivialities of life.

I still think this story is a little too mundane, without...without any highlights?

Just as Eric was about to answer, the waiter brought the dishes the two ordered and opened the wine for the two of them in person. He waited patiently for the waiter to finish all of this before Eric played with it. The dishes in front of him asked, Then what do you think should be the highlights of a movie?

Julia took a sip of red wine, put down the glass and thought for a while, then waved her hand: At least...at least...

At least there must be an unforgettable love story. The male and female protagonists are in love with each other, or a big scene, speeding cars, explosions, flames, etc.?

The 'girl' nodded quickly: Yes, at least there should be these things, right?

I won't criticize you in public. If you want to know why, come to my house at night, and I will analyze in detail what the elements of a movie's success are for you. Eric said, squinting his eyes. He looked at the 'girl' on the opposite side, with a smirk on the corner of his mouth.

Uh... this, forget it. Julia seemed to be scratched by Eric's eyes, leaned back subconsciously, and quickly refused, she knew that if she went, she would be trained again. Maybe he will be dragged to the bed by this hateful man with a 'flower' heart at night.

Eric just played with the 'girl', and quickly put away his cynical expression, and analyzed seriously: Actually, the success or failure of a movie depends on the director's story. Can it resonate with the audience? I have carefully studied the script of Steel Magnolia 'Flower'. This is a good story that puts ordinary warmth into trivial scenes. Unconsciously, it made me cry.

Julia 'Lu' gave a stern look, and nodded her head in a convincing manner. Then she asked the question she cared about most: Then... How much box office do you think this movie will get?

What do you think? Eric asked rhetorically.

Julia hesitated for a while, stretched out two fingers, and soon felt that this number was too underestimated, added two more, hesitated and retracted one. She believes that it is not bad that the film can get 30 million at the box office, and with the scale of the film's investment, Firefly can make a small profit. In fact, Julia feels that if she is allowed to continue to act in romantic comedies, even if it is a relatively similar theme, with the influence of Fengyue, the movie will properly get 50 to 60 million box office, but for this family trivia Like a movie, Julia really can't raise her confidence.

You have no confidence in me?

I just... just don't have confidence in this movie, Julia said honestly.

Eric calmly wiped his mouth with a napkin and said with a smile: How about we make a bet, I bet the box office of this movie will not be less than fifty million.

What's the stake? Julia asked curiously.

Eric gave another wicked smile: If you lose, come to my house and be a 'maid' for a week. If I lose, I'll be a driver for a week.

If Eric hadn't said the word 'maid', his expression was too evil, and Julia would have almost agreed to it. She felt that her chance of winning was more than 70%, and the 'maid' of this era was still very good. A decent occupation. But noticing Eric's expression, Julia keenly sensed something was wrong, and decisively refused: No, I won't bet with you.

Or, sixty million?

Not only was Julia unmoved, but she refused even more firmly: Don't even think about it.

Because Eric still has filming work in the afternoon, the meal will end after half an hour, but it also provides a lot of photo materials for the paparazzi. In short, there will definitely be a scandal between Eric and Julia in the media tomorrow. .

After lunch, Julia sends Eric back to the studio.

When are you going back to the set? Eric asked when parting at the studio's 'door'.

The plane at four o'clock in the afternoon. Julia didn't get out of the car, and replied in the car: By the way, Eric, the filming budget of the crew seems to be insufficient, maybe at least an additional two million US dollars.

What did Mr. Ross ask you to say?

Julia nodded, but Herbert Ross didn't know that Eric had noticed that his crew's budget was tight, and was even ready to increase the budget. Considering that Julia and Eric have a relatively close relationship, when Julia came back, please ask the girl to test Eric's tone.

After all, this is a low-budget movie. If an additional budget of 2 million is added, the cost will reach 10 million US dollars, and the box office will need to reach more than 33 million to recover the cost. Despite the addition of Julia, Herbert Ross himself is not sure whether his family movie without comedy elements will reach the scale of more than 30 million box office.

There's no problem with this, Eric nodded. Just tell Mr. Ross and ask him to ask Jeffrey for money.

Then I'll thank you for Mr. Ross, Julia smiled and said goodbye to Eric before driving away.

In the afternoon, the scene of Andy and yoyo in the small restaurant was filmed first. I don’t know why, after a meal, 'Bo' Ji Xiaosi returned to the dull state in the morning, and this scene was reversed. Repeatedly repeated several times, although the 'girl' repeatedly apologized with such a pitiful expression, Eric couldn't help but get angry, and also drew a big picture for 'Bo' Ji Xiaosi in his heart. Cross.

If we don't cooperate again, this beautiful 'flower' vase is really tossing people. It's really not wrong to have so many Golden Raspberry Awards. Let's continue to harm others in those independent films.

At the same time, Eric also gave up the idea of ​​having a super-friendly relationship with 'Bo' Ji Xiaosi. Hollywood is so big and there are so many beautiful girls, so this one is not bad.

After tossing for half an hour, the scene in the restaurant finally ended.

Eric, I'm so sorry, I'm a little bit bad, 'Bo'ji Shields finished her own shot, which means today's work is all done, pack up your things, and go to the changing room to change your clothes , When he was about to leave, he approached Eric again.

At this time, the 'girl' man's clothes are no longer the professional 'girl' man's dress in black 'color' in the camera just now. I don't know whether it is intentional or not, the 'girl' man is wearing a tight dark blue 'color' at this time. High-waisted denim 'trousers', and the hem of the shirt was tucked into the waist of the 'trousers', the curves of the 'hip' and the slender legs were unobstructed in front of everyone.

Almost all the male 'sex' in the crew cast their eyes on the 'female' man consciously or unintentionally. At the same time, they thought of the famous advertisement of denim 'pants' by 'Bo' Ji Xiaosi, and many people even thought about it. After a thought, is there really nothing between the 'girl' and the denim 'pants'?

Although Eric gave up some thoughts, he didn't mind eating the tofu that was delivered to the 'door', admiring the delicate appearance of 'Bo' Ji Xiaosi, as well as the perfect body curve, with a slightly relaxed expression Said: It doesn't matter, 'Bo' Ji, I hope you can seriously appreciate the rest of your scenes after you go back. Those are all location scenes. If you waste too much time like now, it will definitely affect the progress of the shooting. It consumes unnecessary budget.”

Well, I will definitely try my best, 'Bo' Ji Xiaosi nodded and looked at Eric seriously. The high heels rubbed and moved on the floor a few times, and the long 'legs' also followed suit. With a slightly provocative posture, he waited for a few seconds, but found that Eric had withdrawn his eyes, and had no plans to invite dinner together.

'Bo' Ji Xiaosi didn't dare to be too obvious. If she was rejected by Eric, then she might be laughed at by the crew members, especially Cruise who was clearly rejected by her before. Neng said with some loss: So, goodbye, Eric.

Goodbye, someone will inform you about the next scene, Eric raised his chin and nodded at the 'girl', holding a pencil and 'flowered' a few marks on the table, turned around and began to tell the assistant what to do .

‘Bo’ Ji Xiaosi paused for a few more seconds, and could only leave in frustration. She had already hinted so clearly, but Eric was still indifferent, which made ‘Bo’ Ji Xiaosi a little frustrated.

How long will it take for Hanks to arrive? Eric didn't care about Bo Ji Xiaosi's departure. Although he also noticed the other party's hint, since he has made a decision, he will definitely not change it. Failure to resist temptation and temptation in Hollywood is likely to lead to very bad results.

Ten minutes to go, Allen said.

Okay, hurry up and clean up here, let's move to other scenes.

Eric looked at his watch and thought to himself.

Cruise's one-man show has been completed. Next, Eric plans to shoot a few scenes of Cruise and Hanks in the small bar. Today will also be the first duel between the two protagonists. The almost parallel acting careers of the two celebrities, Eric couldn't help but be slightly excited, looking forward to what kind of sparks will be produced when the two of them play together.