As a movie where most of the scenes are in a single room, "This Man from Earth" has more than enough filming cycles for two weeks. If it weren't for excellence, one week would actually be able to handle it.

Simon arrived on the Toronto studio and the filming progress was halfway through.

Bright Ratner is an MV director. It is logically not suitable to direct such a drama-style movie. The reason why he handed over the project to the other party was that Simon had high hopes for him, hoping that he could use some diverse styles of films to get rid of some bad habits of many MV directors and filmmakers.

New World Pictures has obtained Jack Cheng's "Red Series" and is expected to be released in February next year. After that, the "Rush Hour" series will be included in Simon's production list. This time, Simon does not intend to let Bright Ratner direct the "Rush Hour" series as he once did. He wants to hand over the more important "Charlie's Angels" series to the other party.

The shooting site is located outside Scarborough, East Side, Toronto.

Arrived at 2 o'clock in the afternoon, and Simon watched the filming until he finished work at 5 o'clock in the afternoon. Although he did not interfere or even expressed any opinions, because of his arrival, everyone in the crew was obviously a little nervous, and the established shooting task was only half completed.

In the middle of winter, it was already evening at five o'clock.

Everyone was notified after work that Simon prepared a buffet at his villa in downtown Scarborough. Everyone in the crew could go there as long as there was no other arrangement tonight.

I had never expected to receive an invitation from Simon Westero. The opportunity was rare. How could everyone have other arrangements? Someone else tried to take their companions with me. After receiving a positive answer, they even called New York directly.

Los Angeles is definitely too late, but it is still possible to catch up with a 500-kilometer distance from New York to Toronto.

The opportunity to be able to have face-to-face contact with Simon Westeros is something that many people in Hollywood can't ask for, so of course they have to seize it. The longer they stay in this circle, the more they can understand the importance of connections. Perhaps it is just a meeting or a conversation that leaves an impression on others, and the opportunity will come unknowingly.

Of course, people are different.

If Simon Westeros is a connection that is so thick that it cannot be more thick, if the other party can get along, it will make people successful if they throw out some resources at will.

So, from five o'clock when the crew finished work to seven o'clock when the buffet started in the evening, two hours later, two private jets in New York flew to Toronto specifically for this dinner, one arranged by the WMA and the other arranged by the ICM.

As for C, who is three-legged, I can only say regrets.

In this current project, director Bright Ratner and heroine Elizabeth Perkins are both under the WMA, the male lead George Clooney comes from ICM, and most of the other supporting roles are from these two companies. C, who gathered a large number of Hollywood superstars in the 1980s, has risen with the rise of Daenerys Entertainment Group, which has always disliked the big names, and some of the original conflicts, has begun to decline in recent years.

Just as the Actors Union is divided into two parts, the East and West Coast, the three major Hollywood talent agencies also have two headquarters on the East and West Coast, and the same is true for its artists. It is easy to gather a group of people to rush to this dinner in a short time.

The venue for the meal was Simon's other property near Red River Park in the eastern suburb of Scarborough. After the crew finished work, Simon returned to the property nearby for a short rest. Unexpectedly, he received a call from Jonathan Friedman, who was far away in Los Angeles, to test whether he would mind the buffet would be more lively.

Simon didn't expect that a dinner party he had made a temporary appointment would turn out like this. Since Jonathan called, he would definitely give him favors. He agreed and ordered Zoe and Isabel, who were responsible for the preparation of the meal, to increase the amount of food.

At seven o'clock in the evening, it was completely dark.

Because it had just snowed, the night temperature in the Toronto area was below minus ten degrees Celsius. However, guests who came to attend the buffet were dressed in costumes. The meal, which was originally scheduled to be only more than 20 people, has more than doubled, and it is expected that more than 70 people will be.

There is actually a reason why WMA and ICM are so deliberate.

A large number of bombshell projects by Daenerys Entertainment Group recently are in the preliminary preparation stage, and opportunities are everywhere.

Although Daenerys Entertainment Group has very strict control over movie casting, it is difficult to finalize it by having a meal and sleeping like before, as long as it is strong, as long as it is good at its foundation, it will definitely get extra points if it can show its face in front of Westeros and enter the final round of casting in the future.

What's more, Simon is not an inhumane person. If you call me, please remember XXX at the Toronto dinner or something. If you chat a few words, you may be able to finalize it.

In this "This Man From Earth", the heroine Elizabeth Perkins was won by Jonathan Friedman.

Of course, Elizabeth Perkins's deep acting qualifications are also the most basic premise. This 34-year-old actress with excellent appearance and temperament is not only a standard professional class in the theater academy, but also has more than ten years of Broadway and Hollywood acting experience, and has also participated in blockbuster films such as "Flying Over the Future", which is the basis for the other party to get the role.

If Jonathan Friedman recommends a vase with no acting skills, it may be boring, and Jonathan would not be stupid enough to do so.

On the other hand, actors with qualifications like Elizabeth Perkins are also very popular in Hollywood, where there are more than 200,000 members of professional actors. When the qualifications are sufficient, the connection factor becomes crucial.

At exactly seven o'clock.

The villa next to Honghe Park is already full of people.

Although the share of buffet dinner was temporarily increased and the chefs cooked for everyone on the spot, most people on the spot were not focused on what they were eating.

Simon didn't expect that the founder of ICM met Nancy Josephson, the daughter of major shareholder Marvin Josephson, who also rushed over. This Hollywood female agent who is already the vice president of ICM will be in charge of ICM in the next few years. She is very popular in the Hollywood actor circle. Nancy Josephson also brought Johnny Depp, whom she personally praised.

After the greetings, I learned that Johnny Depp happened to be participating in the recording of NBC's "Saturday Night Live" in New York, with the purpose of adding another effort to "Vampire Night", starring Depp and Pitt, and pushing this vampire movie to break through the 100 million yuan threshold.

Inside the villa lobby.

After a few conversations, Nancy Josephson said directly: "What do you think Depp will try the movie "Simon, Daenerys and MGM are preparing for?"

Simon was holding a glass of red wine and was about to deliver it to his mouth. He stopped hearing this, imagined Captain Jack's eye-catching scene in Jason Bourne, and shook his head and said, "John's image is not suitable. Nancy, you should know better than me what kind of video he is suitable for."

Nancy looked at Depp with a disappointed expression and did not give up: "John became famous by starring in "The Dragon and Tiger Team". I think he can fully support the action movie style. Simon, how about arranging an audition?"

"Don't mention this matter. Nancy, John is a very talented actor. I hope we will have the opportunity to cooperate in the future. However, he is not suitable for "Spy Shadows". There is no need to waste time," Simon said, suddenly remembering something and asked Nancy: "By the way, what is Botton busy with recently?"

Bolton is a very ordinary surname in the United States, but Nancy Josephson immediately reacted. Simon refers to Bolton, and naturally Tim Bolton, who collaborated with Depp in "Edward Scissor Hands".

Just now rejected by Simon, Nancy's emotions towards Tim Burton are inevitably a little complicated.

Before "Edward Scissor Hand", Johnny Depp was just a TV star who had just relied on the "Dragon and Tiger Teenager" series to gain a foothold in the entertainment industry. If you want to develop into the film industry, you can only star in a youth horror film like "The Ghost Street" series, and you are not the absolute male lead.

It can be said that the film "Edward Scissor Hand" directly changed Depp from a TV star to a movie star, but at the same time, the negative effects are also very obvious. The literary atmosphere of "Edward Scissor Hand" is too strong, which has directly established Depp's image on the big screen. In recent years, he has been able to get involved in the art film circle. Even this opportunity is "A Night Visit to Vampire", David Geffen barely recognized it after watching "Edward Scissor Hand".

Because they are all non-human.

Although he has starred in art films like "Arizona Dream" and "A Different Sky" after "Edward Scissors", neither Depp himself nor Nancy Josephson want to keep following the literary and artistic route. The best way to sell large-scale commercial films is.

If possible, Nancy Josephson would not want Depp to continue to work with Burton, so as not to be completely finalized by Depp's strong personal style.

However, when Simon asked, it was impossible for Nancy Josephson to not respond.

Tim Botton is not responsible for Nancy Josephson himself. However, because of the cooperative relationship between Johnny Depp and Tim Botton, the relationship between the two parties is also very good in private. Nancy Josephson also knew the trend of Bolton as much as he thought about it, and quickly said: "He is currently producing a live-action fantasy film produced by Disney, called "The Adventures of the Flying Peaches". It seems that there is no new directing project yet."

As he said this, Nancy Josephson immediately went further: "Mr. Westeros, if you are interested in Bolton, I can arrange a meeting for you. How about tomorrow? It happens to be the weekend?"

Even if he didn't want Depp to participate in Bolton's movie again, Nancy Josephson didn't mind promoting the cooperation between ICM's filmmaker and Simon Westeros.

Because of Simon's appearance, Hollywood history has changed a lot.

One of the ones that was greatly affected was Tim Burton.

This filmmaker with a strong personal style should have become one of the hottest super directors of Hollywood in the 1990s with the Michael Keaton version of "Batman". However, the birth of the DC Cinema Universe series led by Daenerys Entertainment Group completely changed Bolton's fate.

Although Tim Burton is still one of the famous Hollywood directors with films such as "Beetle Juice", "Edward Scissors Hand", and "Christmas Eve", the status is far inferior to that of the past.

Simon smiled, but he didn't expect that this woman was so good at hitting snakes and sticks. This was probably the most basic quality of an excellent agent.

It didn't keep it a secret. Simon said: "Forget it, but I happened to see a project recently, which should be very suitable for Bolton to direct. Washington Irving's "The Legend of Sleeping Valley", Nancy, do you know?"

Nancy Josephson shook his head honestly.

Simon didn't mind and said, "You can ask Bolton to read this novel first. If you are interested, let's take the time to talk."

Nancy Josephson nodded without hesitation and agreed: "Okay, Simon, I will tell Tim."

The project Simon remembered temporarily was the "Deadhead Valley" directed by Tim Burton in memory.

Simon doesn't like the Borton version of the "Batman" series, but has watched "Blackhead Valley" many times. This classic horror film that can be used as wallpaper shows the aesthetics of Burton-style movies to the fullest. It's so beautiful that it makes people intoxicated.

The budget cost of "Dragonhead Valley" in memory exceeded 100 million yuan, and the global box office was only over 200 million yuan. The producer Paramount Pictures needed to recover the cost through post-production operations. However, for an artwork, even if it loses a little, Simon is very happy to invest in shooting it.

After agreeing to this, Nancy Josephson still did not walk away, but just signaled Johnny Depp to talk to others. When the other party walked away, he signaled to a girl who was chatting with Hugh Grant and Elizabeth Helina not far away, and once again promoted: "Simon, what do you think of Mei Chen in that "Charlie's Angels"? She is 24 years old and has starred in David Lynch's "Twin Peaks" and some other good movies, and is very malleable."

Nancy Josephson refers to Meichen Amik.

This actress became famous for starring in David Lynch's "Twin Peaks". Speaking of which, several actresses in this TV series are very beautiful and impressive.

In fact, Mei Chen Amik, who had been paying attention to the movement here, saw Simon and Nancy looking at each other, immediately smiled appropriately, and came to the two of them. His eyes looked at Simon with unconcealed charm and teasing: "Nancy, and Mr. Westeros, is there anything wrong?"

Simon is actually like David Finch, both have heavy facial control and always has more patience with beautiful women. Seeing Meichen Amik discharged electricity to himself, she smiled and said, "Just call me Simon, Meichen, Nancy just recommended you to me to participate in "Charlie's Angels."

Meichen Amik's eyes suddenly lit up, and his expression was expecting: "So, Wei...Simon, do you think I can try it?"

Simon said: "I've watched "The Viper and Scorpion" and it's pretty good. However, "The Charlie's Angels" may be launched a little late. If you're interested, you can come to the audition at that time."

Meichen Amik didn't expect that the man in front of him would have seen "The Femto Lover" starring her and James Spader. You should know that this is a very failed work in business. It was invested by Polykin and was logged into North American theaters in the first half of the year. It was released by Gramessi Pictures, the box office in North America was only a pitiful $250,000.

Although she has gained some fame with "Twin Peaks", Meichen Amik is currently barely considered a second-tier film at the moment. In recent years, she has only starred in a few low-cost small-produced movies. If it weren't for the same match today, Nancy Josephson felt that she might be expected to win the role in "Charlie's Angels" and was not qualified to attend this dinner at all.

The time to spend time in Hollywood is not short. When she heard a man say she could go to the audition, Meichen Amik's excitement just now cooled down a lot.

Simon said this, but in fact, it was like saying nothing.

He glanced at Nancy, and saw that she seemed to suddenly think of something and sipped the red wine in the glass. Meichen Amik did not hesitate anymore, and stepped forward slightly to the man's side, rubbing his arm intentionally or unintentionally on Simon: "Simon, maybe we can go upstairs to talk alone, right?"

Simon smiled and shook his head: "There are still many guests here, and it is not convenient to leave now."

As she said this, before Meichen Amik was disappointed, Simon had raised his hand to grab the girl's chin: "But, as long as you want and have time, I will call you."

Meichen Amik just paused slightly and quickly relaxed. He was not dissatisfied with the man's sudden frivolous movements, nor did he care about the strange gazes that must be cast around him. Instead, he raised his delicate face slightly to cooperate with the man to play with him: "Then let's make sure, Simon, I'll wait for your call."

Simon finally pinched the girl's chin, withdrew her hand, and said, "But, by then, you still can't get the role of "Charlie's Angels", what should I do?"

Meichen Amik smiled sweetly: "It's my honor to be able to date Simon Westeros."

"You're smart," Simon smiled, signaled to the buffet table not far away, and said, "I'll have fun. Also, the chef tonight is very good, you can try it."

After saying this, Simon turned around and walked away.

Meichen Amik looked at Hugh Grant and Elizabeth Hurley blocking the man's way and chatting with each other. After a moment, he withdrew his gaze and looked at Nancy who had not yet walked away, and asked, "Nancy, do you think I can get the role?"

Nancy Josephson shook his head slightly: "It's hard to say that the most beautiful woman around Westeros is the one who may have forgotten you tomorrow morning."

"ah?"

Seeing Mei Chen Amik open his mouth slightly, he seemed a little dissatisfied, and said, "Mei Chen, beautiful women are always overestimating themselves. However, I think you should be aware of your acting skills. It is still a bit short of winning the role of "Charlie's Angels". A bombshell of this level of "Charlie's Angels" is not something you can decide if you are willing to sleep with."

Meichen Amik felt that Nancy was not saying anything, and asked, "So, what should I do?"

Nancy smiled and said, "I think Simon just hinted that "Charlie's Angels" will not start in the short term, and this is your opportunity. My advice is that when you go back this time, you need to participate in some intensive performance courses, preferably with physical training, fighting, etc. "Charlie's Angels" is an action movie, and the physical requirements for actresses will be very high."

Meichen Amik hesitated: "Is this OK?"

Nancy looked at the other person and said, "Think about Valerie Gollino, Nicole Kidman and others. "Charlie's Angels" is a heroine blockbuster that is purer than the DC movie universe project, and Simon Westeros himself leads it. If you succeed, you will become a top star who is as famous as those actresses. If you can't get the role, it's a pity that according to your current status, the best way out is to find a man with a rich fortune to marry yourself. You have left an impression on Simon just now, so this is your closest opportunity to success, either shining brightly or unknown."
Chapter completed!