Once Upon a Time In Hollywood

Chapter 44 Spielberg's little secret

When Roland listened to the effect of the live radio, apology appeared on his face.

"Chris, I'm very sorry, the intense study these days has caused me to confuse my California accent with my Oxford accent."

Since that day, when Chris Columbus informed Roland of the important person in "Captain Hook" and revealed some inside information, the relationship between Roland and him has taken a step closer. Director Columbus, Director Chris, these respectful titles Roland directly dismissed it - when communicating, he directly called the other party's name, and Columbus not only didn't care about these trivial matters, but had more affection for Roland who put down the guest way.

After seeing the little guy apologizing to himself with downcast eyes, Columbus, who was about to say a few words, swallowed back the words on his lips, took the earphone that Roland handed back, and asked with concern: "It's hard? Not good distinguish?"

Of course Roland knew what the other party was talking about, nodded, and said: "Yeah, the difference between Oxford accent, London accent and California accent is quite big. If I didn't learn this thing specially, I wouldn't know that just a London accent There are two kinds of Oxford accents, one is Conservative Received Pronunciation of Queen Elizabeth, and the other is Contemporary Received Pronunciation of broadcasting accent. Large categories can kill me, it is very difficult to directly change..."

After these days of study, Roland finally figured out which actors in the circle have a London accent, like Michael Caine, who will play the butler in Nolan's version of "Batman" in the future, is a standard London accent. West End accent, and Professor McGonagall, who will play the elderly Wendy in "Captain Hook", is the same. As for the Oxford accent? The most typical representatives are the ancient Queen's tune and the younger contemporary tune. The Queen's tune does not need to be explained, and the contemporary tune refers to the radio tune. The representative of its standard pronunciation is that it has a doctorate but has acted all his life. Fool's Mr. Bean Rowan Atkinson.

"Oh... that's all right, all right, don't tell me, I've got a headache from hearing it."

Seeing that the little guy wanted to pour out bitter water, Columbus hurriedly waved his hand and interrupted his words.

At the same time, he also said with emotion: "It seems that you really want to win that role..."

"Chris, if it were you, would you be the same as me?"

Regarding Columbus' emotion, Roland shrugged and asked back.

"Same as you?" Columbus was taken aback for a moment, then nodded in agreement: "Of course..."

"It was because of the movie "The Godfather" that I applied for the film department of New York University."

"After learning that Steven liked my book "Little Monsters", when I met him for the first time, I was so excited that I didn't fall asleep all night."

"When I worked with him on "The Goonies", I felt that I could learn a lot from him."

"And now, it's been more than six years..."

"Okay, let's not talk, I can understand your mood."

"Although your studies have interfered with the crew's progress, but..."

“Let’s shoot the action scenes without dialogue first.”

"I'll give you a week to settle the problem of accent adaptation. After a week, we'll film your literary drama."

"What do you think of this arrangement?"

"Thank you very much, Chris." Roland nodded gratefully without any objection.

Regardless of the geographical boundaries, changing the shooting schedule is a big deal.

Although the saying that the plan cannot keep up with the changes can be applied everywhere, no one wants to encounter accidents.

In most cases, because of the actors themselves, forcing the director to change the shooting schedule will basically cause dissatisfaction with the crew, but who let Roland's next project be revealed by Columbus himself?

What's more, Columbus himself rose to the sky from the bottom of the poor and white. He knows better than anyone how attractive the name Spielberg is to the bottom of the circle. He can understand Roland's situation and pressure. And he, who had been given a chance, was also willing to open a door for Roland.

Of course, in addition to this, Roland's relationship and the convenience the crew received are also the key to Columbus's connivance.

Under the premise that peace makes money, why should he be a villain?

So, with the unification of their opinions, the filming schedule of the crew also changed.

Although this situation has affected many people, none of the main creators meant to be long-winded.

Firstly, everyone is in the same camp and knows exactly what Roland is preparing for; secondly, Roland has a very good attitude on weekdays. During the break, he either shares snacks or sings and dances. After changing the shooting schedule, he even It is to bring you hand-made small pastries. Although it is not a valuable thing, it is a good idea.

What's more, how many guys who can enter this group are short of money?

So, with Columbus' permission and Roland's overtures, the crew's change did not cause much disturbance.

Not only that, when Roland borrowed some money from David, bought a small gift representing gratitude, and gave it to the whole group...

The members of the Jewish gang directly revealed a little bit of information about Spielberg to the little guy who wanted to win the project—and this time, they really pointed the universe at their fingertips.

"Roland, let me tell you, when you audition for "Captain Hook", don't mention your father like you did when you auditioned for "Home Alone". Steven's father, Arnold, participated in World War II and was a radio He is very fascinated by the aerospace industry, but Steven did not inherit his career, he is very disappointed, the relationship between their father and son is not good, in this case, you just need to introduce yourself a little Just the last sentence about the death of my parents is enough, so there is no need to say more."

Columbus stuffed the small cake that Roland brought into his mouth, and while chewing, his tone became vague.

And after he finished speaking, Joe Pesci, who had already swallowed the coconut-flavored macarons, took over and continued: "But even so, Steven's first work, the movie "" Combat Team was also filmed by his father to help him find a relationship. In 1961, 15-year-old Steven joined the Army with the help of his father. With the help of those uncles, he made the whole film After the short story is finished, this is also the reason why Army is very easy to appear in his movies, because he can solve many things that small and medium-sized film companies cannot do with a single phone call."

"Yes, yes, Chris and Joe are right." Daniel Stern nodded: "I heard Woody (Allen) say that Steven's parents divorced in six or six years, and after that , his father did not remarry, but his mother remarried—although he has been following his father, he and his mother have a relatively good relationship. The script written by Chris before, the childhood model of "Little Monsters", is Steven based on his I made it in the image of his mother, I remember his mother took a photo with the finished model, right?"

"Yes, I am aware of this matter. It is indeed the case." Columbus took a sip of the juice, swallowed the cake, and nodded, "If you want to introduce yourself, start with your mother. Maybe it will be better…”

When Roland listened carefully to the news revealed by these seniors, the corners of Mohammy's mouth twitched as he sat aside and acted as a tool man—for him who likes to tinker with programming, Hollywood in Los Angeles is really too strange, but Even so, he still knows Spielberg's name. In addition, he is more aware of how awesome the project Roland is fighting for is, and he has even thought about it. After Roland developed, Just hug this thigh tightly.

Want to start a business but have no money?

Isn't there a guy who spends money like water beside him?

As long as the child can be coaxed into investing in himself, wouldn’t their start-up capital come out?

Of course, all of this has to be based on Roland's developed foundation.

If Roland is the same as now, spend David's, use David's, eat David's...

The plan to attract investment will definitely not succeed.

But the problem was, just as he was thinking about how likely the studious Roland had to win that project.

Everything in front of him stunned him.

Audition, isn't it a test?

Let directors and producers review your skills and decide whether you are qualified.

Can now...

What the **** is the source of the news?

Roland, who entered the third round directly, was already born in the circle of destiny!

In this case, you also provided him with three flare guns?

Uh...no...

This is simply super aiming deployed!

Damn it! I want to report! There's a scientist here!

When everyone finished their snacks and returned to the dressing room contentedly to prepare for the next shooting, Roland saw Mohamy's strange expression and immediately squinted his eyes, "Mike, what are you thinking?"

Since there was no one else in the lounge, Mohamy sighed bluntly: "Roland, I am mourning for your opponent."

"Although I don't know who your opponents are, but..."

"They shouldn't be directly taught by these people like you are now?"

Training before auditions is too common in Hollywood.

The guys who want to get the role are like the Eight Immortals crossing the sea, each showing their special abilities.

They will use various relationships to inquire about the preferences of producers and directors.

Prescribing the right medicine is something that all people in the circle will do.

This is not an exam competition in an ivory tower. No one will think that these methods are very shameless.

"Don't don't..."

However, when Roland found out that Mohamy was breastfeeding him, he shook his head directly, "Before the matter is settled, don't rush to mourn for them..."

"After all, no one knows what background the other candidates have."

Before the contract is signed, Roland will not relax in the slightest.

Although he doesn't have any memories of Peter Pan's son in "Captain Hook" in his head, he won't take it lightly—he has heard a lot of self-made stories, but some of them are true ?

What married a wealthy cousin, what mother is an IBM director, what father is a member of Congress...

These things will not be written in the autobiography of those people.

Just listen to the inspirational stories of successful people, just like Spielberg, who Roland needs to impress now, who is poor and white, from a poor family, and only depends on talent and intelligence to get help from noble people... These all special codes are fake.

If possible, Roland even wants to ask Aunt Ganetti to let him use the relationship of Director Howard to follow the path of Robin Williams to inquire about the situation of other candidates.

Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be imperiled in a hundred battles.

As long as he can win this role, Roland can do anything.

Of course, don’t even think about selling PG.

"Okay, be careful, I understand..."

"Is there anything I can do for you? Just ask."

Mohamy now has unreasonable thoughts about Roland, and no one hopes that Roland can concentrate on preparing for the battle more than him.

Facing his question, Roland heard the overtones, and after thinking for a few seconds, he shook his head directly, "It seems not."

“If I had to say it, the audition time was actually the summer vacation after the filming of “Home Alone” ended.”

"At that time, your employment contract with David has expired."

"If nothing unexpected happened, Ganetti should not be able to find time to take me to auditions."

“David will take care of his business.”

"In this case, they probably will hire me a 'tutor' again."

Hearing what Roland said, Mohamed immediately regained his spirits, "It doesn't need to be so troublesome."

"If you need it, just call me when the time comes."

"Don't talk about money with me. Although I signed a tutoring contract with David, I didn't teach you anything."

"Subsequent pick-up and drop-off can be regarded as my after-sales service, otherwise, the money will be hot for me..."

Money is hot?

Come on you!

Roland rolled his eyes, and he, who was still in a normal state of mind, directly imagined Mohamy's thoughts.

Didn't Mohamy just treat him as a money bag? I hope to get his help and investment when I start a business.

Although it doesn't feel very good to be regarded as a child, but—

It also depends on the person, right?

If it was the girls in bars and nightclubs, even if they weren't the type to press F to enter the tank, Roland would definitely ignore them, but now...

Mohamy is a very nice guy.

"Since you said so, then I will not be polite."

"I will definitely call you on the day of the audition. Don't tell me then, you won't be able to pick me up the next day."

"How could it be!" Mohamy quickly reassured Roland, "I graduated in the summer, and with the salary settled by David, I will not go to work at Western Digital. I have already told Alan Adhan and the others After that, when the time comes to rent a house as an office, first pull the company up, and after receiving the order to make money, I will think about the next thing."

What?

Are these guys ready to start the game?

Sure enough, having money in your pocket means you have confidence.

"I'm relieved when you say that. When I call you, I won't have any psychological pressure."

"Okay, let's not talk anymore, I'm going to put on makeup for filming."

"Action scenes, the most troublesome thing, I don't know what time to shoot today..."

Note: ①The childhood model of "Little Monsters" was indeed made according to Spielberg's mother, and a black and white group photo was left after the completion.