Chapter 24: familiar person

After about twenty minutes, she found the location of the studio, drummed the door and walked in.

Looking at the very young girl opposite, Ryan's eyes showed a strange look, Sophia Coppola! A name that is very familiar to him.

His father is the famous Francis Ford Coppola, who once directed the film "The Godfather", and his cousin is the Hollywood star Nicolas Cage.

The most important point is that Sofia Coppola was born in the Coppola family, and has a certain influence in the American art and film circles, especially in the academic circle.

Every year during the Oscar feast, the Coppola family is one of the key public relations targets of major film companies.

"Hi Miss Sophia, I didn't expect you to apply for the job!"

To be honest, Ryan never expected that the person introduced by Helen would be Sofia Coppola, a wealthy lady from a family of performers.

Let's put it this way, even if Ryan had countless classic cases in his previous life, if he hadn't met Helen, he would still be struggling.

But the Sofia Coppola in front of me is completely different. She participated in the filming of "The Godfather" when she was a baby, and she participated in the movie "Betta Fish" when she was less than ten years old.

When Sophia was 18 years old and was graduating from high school, her father arranged for her a role in the movie "The Godfather 3". In the end, she won two awards, which made her so angry that she decided not to act in any movies again.

If Ryan remembers correctly, according to the history of his previous life, the Sofia Coppola in front of him will set up a clothing company called Milkfield with others in the near future.

Next, she returned to Hollywood to direct her first film "Angel with Broken Wings" and became one of the few female directors in Hollywood. Scarlett Johansson's famous work "Lost in Translation" was directed by Sofia Coppola of.

This film, which was filmed in 27 days and cost less than US$4 million, won the Best Original Screenplay Award at the 76th Academy Awards.

It also made her the third female director and the first American female director to be nominated for an Oscar for Best Director.

A real winner in life.

Sofia Coppola seemed indifferent to Ryan's surprised eyes, shook hands with Ryan, and then asked curiously, "Ryan Gosling?"

"The creator of the script of "The Blair Witch", and also the sole investor, director and screenwriter of the film!"

"By the way, there is also that surprising publicity plan."

Compared to Ryan's surprise at her arrival, Sofia Coppola was full of curiosity.

"If you're talking about the 'Blair Witch' that the media or the public is talking about, I'd say you've got the wrong guy."

Ryan took a closer look at her, with short blond hair, good looks, and a very slender figure, and then said: "Of course, if you're referring to a fake documentary "The Blair Witch."

"Then you should be talking about me."

Sofia Coppola was taken aback for a moment, then showed a hint of admiration, and said secretly, he was indeed a very smart guy as Helen said.

"Okay then, Mr. Ryan Gosling, let me introduce you again. My name is Sofia Coppola. You can call me Sophia. It was Helen who introduced me to apply for your assistant position."

Seeing this, Ryan immediately got to the point, saying: "My studio is preparing a new film shooting plan, so the requirements for assistants are a bit high, and I need to be familiar with the various operations of the crew."

"However, Miss Sophia, may I ask a personal question first."

"You can just call me Sophia." Sofia Coppola corrected his address and agreed, "Of course."

"As a wealthy family, why did you come to apply for my assistant? It's because of Helen!" Ryan was very puzzled by this, even Helen's best friend didn't have to be like this.

Sophia Coppola frowned slightly, and said, "Then Mr. Ryan, I also want to ask if everyone who applies for the job must first find out her family background!"

"Also, I can tell you clearly that the reason why I came to Los Angeles is indeed related to Helen. At the same time, I also want to find something to do to enrich myself."

"I wonder if my answer is satisfactory!"

Although she can't say that she hates her family background, she doesn't like questions like this, as if everything about her is inseparable from the Coppola surname.

"I'm sorry for what you just said."

Ryan expressed his apology and changed the topic to the business, saying: "Next, I would like to explain that the studio has just been established, so the assistant position requires a part-time crew coordinator in addition to its own work."

To put it bluntly, it means taking on several jobs. In the early stage, you need to build a crew, rent equipment, props, etc., and you have to make guest appearances as a set manager and extra during filming, and you only have one salary.

"Of course, for those who are familiar with the operation of the crew, these are not difficult."

If she were someone else from a wealthy family, she would probably refuse without even thinking about it.

But Sofia Coppola is different. She grew up in the crew, and she has a clear understanding of the operation and preparation of the crew.

At the same time, almost all the people she comes into contact with are Hollywood practitioners, so the job in front of her is not difficult for her.

What's more, she just dropped out of school and needs to find a suitable job.

"no problem."

Sofia Coppola readily agreed and said, "Of course I also have a request. During the filming period, I will also serve as your assistant director."

Assistant Director!

Ryan glanced at her subconsciously. Could it be that she has the idea of ​​becoming a director at this time!

"I can promise you."

An assistant director who doesn't want a salary, it's a fool to refuse.

Besides, the Sofia Coppola in front of me is from the Coppola family, which can play an unexpected role in the preparation and shooting of the crew.

Next, Sofia Coppola's first job was to go to the star agency to choose actors.

"Chain Saw" is different from "The Blair Witch" in that it has much higher requirements for actors. However, Starry Sky Brokerage Company has just been established, and it is almost impossible to select all suitable actors from it.

Naturally, Ryan will not lower the requirements because of this, so some of the actors can only audition from actors.

Helen was also well aware of this point.

Therefore, it is not suitable for Ryan to come forward in person on this matter.

At the same time, the box office of "The Blair Witch" is getting higher and higher, and the accompanying doubts are also getting louder.

In desperation, 20th Century Fox could only notify Helen to bring back several leading actors in the film, giving the media and the angry public a channel to vent.

On the night when the leading actors came back, the three leading actors, including Jessica Chastain, the heroine of the film, came to Fox TV to participate in a talk show together.

During the whole process, the two leading actors talked about it, treating the planning case itself as a classic case worth showing off, and kept silent about the director, producer, investor, and distributor.

It's as if the whole thing is led by them.

Jessica Chastain, as the female lead in a film with a box office of over 100 million dollars, was a bit taciturn. As soon as she returned to Los Angeles, she found something wrong from the clues.

Maybe she, a leading actress whose North American box office has just exceeded 100 million US dollars, and even overseas box office will exceed 100 million US dollars, will be completely disgusted by the North American public, and she will have to leave Hollywood and end her acting career early.

It wasn't until the talk show ended and they returned to the hotel that Helen allowed the three of them to access TV, newspapers, and magazines.

Facing the overwhelming scolding, the original joy of the three disappeared, and their faces turned pale.

"Damn it, we were fooled. The media didn't mention investors, directors, and distribution companies at all."

"Okay, take it easy, maybe this will be a good thing, at least we are famous. UU Reading www.uukanshu.com"

"What do you know, we are a group of poor people, poor people who are hated by countless people, and will be blacklisted by all Hollywood film companies sooner or later."

"No, it must not be left like this."

He was furious in his heart, and immediately got up and walked outside. He had to explain this matter to the media. They were just for the dead. The director of the film, Ryan, and 20th Century Fox were the masterminds. They planned everything.

"I advise you to calm down first."

Jessica Chastain took a deep breath, managed to regain some sanity, and said, "Remember!"

"Before the filming, Helen asked us to sign a non-disclosure agreement. If you go out and break the news to the media now, saying that this matter has nothing to do with us, then you will face liquidated damages of up to several million dollars."

"Besides, the publisher of the film is Twentieth Century Fox, with the support of News Corporation. At that time, the media will not only believe what you say, but it will only make people think it is a sophistry."

Even if she is unwilling, she still knows very well that this matter has become a foregone conclusion and cannot be changed at all.

"Helen!"

"She must have known for a long time that things would turn out the way they are now, and I have to ask her about it." He gritted his teeth with an angry expression on his face, wishing he could kill that **** Helen.

"If I were you, I'd wait for Helen to talk, instead of rushing over in a rage."

"Anyway, the films we starred in are huge hits. The box office in North America is over 100 million, and the box office in overseas markets is about to exceed 100 million. It is still valuable to the Star Brokerage Company." Jessica Chastain is very clear that this is their The only value left.

In fact, it is that cruel.

This is real Hollywood.