Heads Up Hollywood

Even though CAA is very capable, the turmoil of divorce has had an immeasurable impact.

On January 8, the National Society of Film Critics Awards, Gwyneth Paltrow successfully won the title of leading actress with "Shakespeare in Love";

On January 13th, Cate Blanchett won the best actress trophy with "Elizabeth" at the American Broadcasting Film Critics Association Awards;

On January 20, at the Screen Actors Guild Awards, Gwyneth Paltrow won Best Actress again.

January 24th is the much-anticipated Golden Globe Awards ceremony.

Tang En, who had disappeared from the public eye for a long time, attended the awards ceremony.

He and Nicole Kidman are not shy about appearing in the same frame, with spring faces and pleasant smiles.

"Twain! Nicole! Excuse me, are you dating?"

This year's Golden Globe Awards is an exclusive live broadcast on CBS. Seeing the two appearing hand in hand, it is natural to ask a question that attracts the most attention on behalf of all Americans.

Nicole Kidman burst out laughing "poof", the brilliance was brighter than the stars in the night sky that night, and even more radiant than the luxurious ceiling lights of the Hilton Hotel.

Tang En smiled, "Recently, the names of Nicole and I have been appearing in the newspapers all the time. People who don't know may think that we have already locked in this year's Golden Globe Awards!"

The reporter couldn't help laughing, "Aren't you going to explain something?"

Nicole interrupted suddenly, "There's nothing to explain, the clear is clear. Tang En and I are best friends, we have a very good cooperation experience, and everyone must know that "My Big Greek Wedding" is my history. I would like to thank Tang En for the best performance I have contributed so far, and I have to apologize for the troubles my personal problems have caused him."

Tang En shook his head seriously, "No need to be like this, Nicole, we are friends. I deeply regret Nicole and Tom's divorce, but after all, this is only their private matter. I hope fans and audience friends It’s still about focusing on their work, not their private life.”

At this moment, Tang En's eyes lit up, and he saw an Asian face.

John Wu!

He has no female companion by his side, he is wearing a black classic suit and blue tie, with a warm attitude, and he is signing autographs for movie fans.

This Asian director is very popular. He just won the Saturn Award for Best Director last year, but none of his works were shortlisted for the Golden Globe Award. He should have come here to be the award presenter.

Tang En sneaked over and almost laughed out loud. This John Wu is really upright. It takes at least half a minute to sign a name. First sign the English name "John Wu", and then write the Chinese name "Wu Yusen".

After finally signing, John Wu looked up and saw Tang En's smiling expression. He was slightly taken aback, and then extended his right hand affectionately, "Hello, Director Walker."

Tang En laughed, refused to shake hands, but directly opened his arms and gave him a big hug.

This yellow-skinned face made him very friendly.

"Director Walker, Tom has already looked for me, thank you very much." John Wu looked at this young director twenty years younger than himself, with mixed feelings in his heart.

"Mr. Wu, you are very polite." Tang En stretched out his hand and walked inside, "I am your number one fan, and I really like your action style."

John Wu smiled slightly, "Hehe, in fact, after "Face Changing", I received many invitations. Either the investment was not enough, or the script was too bad, I didn't like it very much. "Mission: Impossible" is very good."

This is really not bragging.

The great success of "Face Changing" made John Wu flourish in Hollywood!

In today's Hollywood, there are five directors of commercial blockbusters who are eligible for the final editing rights of the film, and John Wu is one of them. This is an achievement that Dunn Walker cannot achieve!

Even in the post-production of "Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Man's Menace", George Lucas tried his best to limit Twain's participation. The main thing was special effects production, which required professional ability. He couldn't trust this young man who had just entered the industry.

The reason Tang En was able to edit "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" was that he fully invested in the film. He is an investor and producer, so he can naturally obtain editing rights.

Other film projects, absolutely impossible.

However, John Wu, who has only been in Hollywood for a few years, has achieved such an amazing achievement, which has to be amazing!

If this still doesn't explain his current status, then naming the other four directors who have the final editing rights will explain the problem-Steve Spielberg, James Cameron, George Lew Cass, Roland Emmerich.

Of course, many master directors are not counted because they disdain commercial blockbusters.

Dunn Walker of "White Skin and Yellow Heart" naturally respects John Wu, "I heard that "Face Changing" was originally set as a science fiction film?"

This obviously aroused John Wu's vanity. He said with eloquence, "Yes, when I first received the script, it was indeed a sci-fi genre."

"How did it turn into an action movie about two families?"

John Wu said: "The main reason is the difference between Eastern and Western cultures. In the East, family values ​​are very important. Whether parents or children, they love this family deeply and are willing to give everything for it. But in the United States, The family concept is very bad, especially some children, even at the age of sixteen or seventeen, move out to rent a house, which is very bad.”

Nicole Kidman came over without anyone noticing, her beautiful eyes sparkled, "So...you use this movie to focus on the family, and use this kind of humanized feelings to ease the conflicts in the action scenes ?”

John Wu nodded to Nicole and said with a smile: "That's true. There is a big difference between Hollywood movies and Hong Kong movies. Hollywood has very clear types. Action movies are action movies, romance movies are romance movies, and drama movies are usually in the same category. It is very artistic, but Hong Kong films are different, and Hong Kong films often combine many elements in one film."

Tang En nodded lightly, "The combination of family and action is the biggest key to the success of "Face Changing". Mr. Wu, you did a great job!"

"But...does the producer agree?"

Nicole finds it hard to believe that an Asian director can lead a movie.

John Wu said modestly: "My luck is relatively good. Mr. Sam Raimi helped me win the final editing rights for the last movie "Broken Arrow". As for "Face Changing"...Paramount Chairman Xue Ms. Lee Lansing was very supportive of me. She even asked no one to interfere, and everything was based on my opinion. Only then was I able to replace Schwarzenegger and Stallone, the two scheduled leading actors, with Nicolas Cage and John Travolta."

Nicole's face changed slightly, "Then your luck is indeed very good."

Tang En smiled and said: "Luck is also a part of strength. Mr. Wu, I believe that you will achieve even more dazzling achievements in the filming of "Mission: Impossible 2"."

After the three separated, Nicole sighed softly, "He is a very humble director."

"Yeah, he...he is the pride of Asians."

Tang En was all moved.

Ann Lee's great success in Hollywood is because he made Hollywood movies, but John Wu came to Hollywood to pursue his dreams with the spirit of Hong Kong movies.

What he brings is a new film culture.

Of course, this new culture can only give Hollywood a sense of freshness and novelty. It is okay at the beginning, but it will definitely be eliminated after a long time.

It is impossible for the Hollywood film industry to change for the niche culture of Hong Kong films.

...

The Golden Globe Awards dinner has begun.

Nicole Kidman was unsurprisingly lost.

Gwyneth Paltrow beat Nicole Kidman, Cameron Diaz, Meg Ryan and others to take home the trophy for best actress in a musical comedy category.

As for the best actress in a drama category, Hollywood newcomer Cate Blanchett defeated Susan Sarandon, Meryl Streep and other well-known acting schools and successfully won the title.

The original situation of "three beauties winning the championship" was instantly rewritten because of Tom Cruise's few words, and it became a "duozhuan" between Cate Blanchett and Gwyneth Paltrow.

Predictably, at the Oscars a month later, Nicole Kidman was out.

Fortunately, Twain lost to the director of "Saving Private Ryan" Spielberg in the best director competition, and lost to "Shakespeare in Love" in the best picture competition, which made Nicole feel balanced a lot.

"Believe me, I will definitely be able to make you the queen of the movie!"

Tang En covered his mouth and lowered his voice, swearing.

Nicole pursed her lips and smiled, shaking her head lightly, "Twain, you don't have to do this. In fact... I have never doubted you since "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" became a big hit overseas."

"That night..."

"Where's Naomi?"

"Nicole, you are so cute!"

Tang En laughed and saw John Wu come on stage and presented the Best Screenplay Award.

"Best Screenplay Winner - Nia Vardalos, My Big Fat Greek Wedding!"

"Wow!"

The crew of "My Big Fat Greek Wedding", which had been silent all night, finally erupted into a wave of lively cheers.