Hello, may I ask... The door opened was a young woman in her early thirties, with brown hair and gray and blue eyes. Although she was dressed in a simple manner, she had an unignorable temperament.
However, after seeing Adrian holding the child, he was obviously stunned and could not continue to say anything later.
Hello, Ms. Thompson, I'm Adrian Cowell, we made an appointment today.Adrian switched Emma from left to right and said with a smile.
Well...yes, Mr. Cowell...Hello...Ms. Thompson finally came back to his senses, looked at him and the little girl in his arms curiously before saying: You seem to be late.
Yes, sorry, something went wrong.Adrian shrugged, the child must follow me.
Thompson's curious expression became even stronger, but she still made a gesture of inviting her: Come in first!
Walking through the traditional British aisle, Adrian followed Ms. Thompson to the living room.The two men sitting in the living room were talking, and when they saw someone coming, they stood up.
To introduce it, this is Adrian Cowell, the youngest Palme d'Or winner who has attracted the most media attention during this period.
Ms. Thompson first introduced Adrian to the two men, then turned her head and pointed to the left with a square face, a man who looked about the same age as her: This is my husband, Kenneth Brenner.
Following the tall but thin middle-aged man in his forties pointed to the right: This is my agent, Paul Wilkinson, you guys are on the phone.
Sorry, I'm late.He shook hands with the two, and Adrian said, hoping that you didn't wait for a long time.
It doesn't matter, I think there must be a reason for that.Kenneth glanced at the little girl in Adrian's arms and said understandingly, please sit down, Mr. Cowell!
Thank you, please call me Adrian or Ed.Adrian nodded, sat down on the couch, and then put the little guy in his arms beside him.
Remember our promise, Emma?He hung it on the little girl's cute nose.
knew!Emma sat on the sofa with her mouth flat, her hands flat.
Emma?Ms. Thompson next to her immediately showed a look of surprise.
Oh yes, Ms. Emma Thompson, the little guy has the same name as you.Adrian immediately laughed when he thought of something, even the spelling was the same, which was a coincidence.
The one he visited today was Emma Thompson, a British actress who won the 65th Academy Award for Best Actress for "Howard Manor". Just like working with Pacino on "Smelling the Scent of the Scent", Adrian used the original cast to copy the movie almost perfectly to ensure quality and then complete his plan.
She is your...daughter?Emma Thompson asked tentatively.
No, she is…the daughter of a friend of mine.
Adrian said and made a gesture, then turned around and smiled and patted Emma on the head.
The little girl raised her head and gave him a sweet smile, then leaned against him, and got closer to him.
The three people in their eyes exchanged thoughtful eyes, and then Thompson coughed dryly: OK, Adrian, let's talk about business, I'm very curious, why did you invite me to star in "Howard Manor"?
Because in my opinion, you are the most suitable candidate.Adrian shrugged, you are very suitable for playing the role of Margaret in terms of temperament and appearance.
Well...thank you!Thompson smiled and accepted his compliment, and then she realized she was asking the wrong question.
Seeing that she was a little embarrassed, her agent Wilkinson took over the topic: I'm sorry, Mr. Adrian, how could you want to bring the novel "Howard Manor" to the big screen?
If you want to translate this sentence, it is: How could you, a director known for your Cult style, suddenly make a whim and shoot a Victorian-style movie?
Are you sure you can make such a movie?
How do you prove that you have the ability to make this movie well?
They couldn't help but want so many. If Adrian produced movies like "Shawshank Redemption", which tended to be more dramatic, Thompson might have agreed.
But looking at his three movies, oh, now there are four movies, most of which are full of swear words, full of violence and black humor, and the movie that won the Palme drew this form to the extreme.
If it weren't for his movie "Shawshank Redemption" and an Oscar nomination for the youngest best director, Thompson would probably think it was a joke.
The difference between these two styles is too big, so big that it is unimaginable, so Thompson is still skeptical when facing his invitation. After all, she is now a well-known British actor.
Only actors who can't wait to become famous, or have a low popularity and want to transform will devote themselves to this kind of experimental movie.
Of course, even if there are so many questions, they will not ask them directly, otherwise it would be a breakup. In this circle that focuses on connections and image, this kind of behavior is something that everyone will try to avoid.
But as long as Adrian is not a fool, he will not be unable to hear the meaning of it. If he is really sincere, then he will naturally explain it.
What should I say about this...?Adrian smiled, sorry, please give me a few minutes to think about it.
After a two or three minutes of pause, he spoke again: I think you should understand that my grandmother is British. I spent a lot of time in London when I was a child. The cultural atmosphere in England has a great influence on me to some extent, so I chose to make my first work in the UK.Of course, at that time, I didn’t understand what these meant, even though I had read many novels by Mr. Foster when I was in high school.
Until one day I suddenly woke up about this, the media had a lot of reports, so I won’t explain it in detail.
I started to be a director, wanting to express the countless pictures in my head through the camera, and those things kept beating here, and thoughts and feelings I had never had before were sprayed out like this, making me eager to describe them with all my might.
Among them is Mr. Foster's work. If "The Room with the Scenery" had not been brought to the screen in a few years, I would definitely choose this novel.
Of course, "Howard Manor" is also an excellent novel, especially after I woke up and had a deeper understanding after rereading it, so I bought the adaptation rights early.
But you also know that as a newcomer, it is not easy to adapt such a well-known novel into a movie, so I chose to make some movies with relatively low cost first, and practice my skills while accumulating qualifications.Fortunately, my kung fu was not in vain and it was recognized by many people, so I think I can start to make "Howard Manor" now, and I can definitely control and control this novel!
In fact, it is actually very simple to convince an actor. First, praise the other party’s most proud and favorite things, such as acting skills or local culture; then constantly boast about himself, such as telling some experiences, thoughts and insights.
This is the same as when the actors always say that this is their best movie.
Of course, this degree must be grasped well, so that the other party can be happy and surprised without being disgusted.
But more importantly, there must be capital for saying this, such as the Oscar nomination for Best Director, or the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.
As long as these are available, although the method is old-fashioned, it will definitely work.
Admittedly, your speech is very touching, Adrian.
Thompson said after pondering for a moment that as a famous British talented actress, although she was a little moved, it did not mean that she would agree. However, I heard that before this, you had already produced a relatively literary film, and she worked with Al Pacino, but it has been refrigerated by you. Can you know why?
This involves a promotional work about films, especially the promotion of "Pulp Novel".
Adrian replied evasively, although the media speculated that I was not satisfied with the movie and thought it was a failed work, so it was refrigerated, but I will tell everyone one day in the second half of the year that they were wrong!I dare not say this will be my best work, but I can guarantee that this is Al's best performance!
Thompson fell silent, neither Breener nor Wilkinson spoke, while Adrian picked up the teacup and sipped the black tea with a smile.
At this time, although she was sitting beside her, Emma, who had been looking around restlessly, pulled the corner of her clothes: Ed, I want to go to the bathroom.
Well... Adrian looked at the little guy with some embarrassment, and then at Thompson and Breener.
I'll take her there.Brenner then stood up.
Although Emma was a little reluctant, she followed Brenner after Adrian's persuasion.
Thompson, who saw it, suddenly said after the little girl left: She seems to be very attached to you.
I'm trying to make her reduce this attachment, preferably back to normal levels.Adrian sighed softly.
oh?Thompson looked at him with interest.
Do you remember a bus accident in London last year?Adrian no longer conceals it. Emma's parents died that day, and I was at the scene...
He tried to tell the whole thing in brief words before the little girl came back, and even though it was already simple, Thompson couldn't help but open his eyes wide.
After looking at the little Emma who sat back next to Adrian, and looking at Adrian who was joking with Emma in a gentle manner, and exchanging glances with the agent, she spoke before Adrian asked: It seems that this should be a good choice.
However, after seeing Adrian holding the child, he was obviously stunned and could not continue to say anything later.
Hello, Ms. Thompson, I'm Adrian Cowell, we made an appointment today.Adrian switched Emma from left to right and said with a smile.
Well...yes, Mr. Cowell...Hello...Ms. Thompson finally came back to his senses, looked at him and the little girl in his arms curiously before saying: You seem to be late.
Yes, sorry, something went wrong.Adrian shrugged, the child must follow me.
Thompson's curious expression became even stronger, but she still made a gesture of inviting her: Come in first!
Walking through the traditional British aisle, Adrian followed Ms. Thompson to the living room.The two men sitting in the living room were talking, and when they saw someone coming, they stood up.
To introduce it, this is Adrian Cowell, the youngest Palme d'Or winner who has attracted the most media attention during this period.
Ms. Thompson first introduced Adrian to the two men, then turned her head and pointed to the left with a square face, a man who looked about the same age as her: This is my husband, Kenneth Brenner.
Following the tall but thin middle-aged man in his forties pointed to the right: This is my agent, Paul Wilkinson, you guys are on the phone.
Sorry, I'm late.He shook hands with the two, and Adrian said, hoping that you didn't wait for a long time.
It doesn't matter, I think there must be a reason for that.Kenneth glanced at the little girl in Adrian's arms and said understandingly, please sit down, Mr. Cowell!
Thank you, please call me Adrian or Ed.Adrian nodded, sat down on the couch, and then put the little guy in his arms beside him.
Remember our promise, Emma?He hung it on the little girl's cute nose.
knew!Emma sat on the sofa with her mouth flat, her hands flat.
Emma?Ms. Thompson next to her immediately showed a look of surprise.
Oh yes, Ms. Emma Thompson, the little guy has the same name as you.Adrian immediately laughed when he thought of something, even the spelling was the same, which was a coincidence.
The one he visited today was Emma Thompson, a British actress who won the 65th Academy Award for Best Actress for "Howard Manor". Just like working with Pacino on "Smelling the Scent of the Scent", Adrian used the original cast to copy the movie almost perfectly to ensure quality and then complete his plan.
She is your...daughter?Emma Thompson asked tentatively.
No, she is…the daughter of a friend of mine.
Adrian said and made a gesture, then turned around and smiled and patted Emma on the head.
The little girl raised her head and gave him a sweet smile, then leaned against him, and got closer to him.
The three people in their eyes exchanged thoughtful eyes, and then Thompson coughed dryly: OK, Adrian, let's talk about business, I'm very curious, why did you invite me to star in "Howard Manor"?
Because in my opinion, you are the most suitable candidate.Adrian shrugged, you are very suitable for playing the role of Margaret in terms of temperament and appearance.
Well...thank you!Thompson smiled and accepted his compliment, and then she realized she was asking the wrong question.
Seeing that she was a little embarrassed, her agent Wilkinson took over the topic: I'm sorry, Mr. Adrian, how could you want to bring the novel "Howard Manor" to the big screen?
If you want to translate this sentence, it is: How could you, a director known for your Cult style, suddenly make a whim and shoot a Victorian-style movie?
Are you sure you can make such a movie?
How do you prove that you have the ability to make this movie well?
They couldn't help but want so many. If Adrian produced movies like "Shawshank Redemption", which tended to be more dramatic, Thompson might have agreed.
But looking at his three movies, oh, now there are four movies, most of which are full of swear words, full of violence and black humor, and the movie that won the Palme drew this form to the extreme.
If it weren't for his movie "Shawshank Redemption" and an Oscar nomination for the youngest best director, Thompson would probably think it was a joke.
The difference between these two styles is too big, so big that it is unimaginable, so Thompson is still skeptical when facing his invitation. After all, she is now a well-known British actor.
Only actors who can't wait to become famous, or have a low popularity and want to transform will devote themselves to this kind of experimental movie.
Of course, even if there are so many questions, they will not ask them directly, otherwise it would be a breakup. In this circle that focuses on connections and image, this kind of behavior is something that everyone will try to avoid.
But as long as Adrian is not a fool, he will not be unable to hear the meaning of it. If he is really sincere, then he will naturally explain it.
What should I say about this...?Adrian smiled, sorry, please give me a few minutes to think about it.
After a two or three minutes of pause, he spoke again: I think you should understand that my grandmother is British. I spent a lot of time in London when I was a child. The cultural atmosphere in England has a great influence on me to some extent, so I chose to make my first work in the UK.Of course, at that time, I didn’t understand what these meant, even though I had read many novels by Mr. Foster when I was in high school.
Until one day I suddenly woke up about this, the media had a lot of reports, so I won’t explain it in detail.
I started to be a director, wanting to express the countless pictures in my head through the camera, and those things kept beating here, and thoughts and feelings I had never had before were sprayed out like this, making me eager to describe them with all my might.
Among them is Mr. Foster's work. If "The Room with the Scenery" had not been brought to the screen in a few years, I would definitely choose this novel.
Of course, "Howard Manor" is also an excellent novel, especially after I woke up and had a deeper understanding after rereading it, so I bought the adaptation rights early.
But you also know that as a newcomer, it is not easy to adapt such a well-known novel into a movie, so I chose to make some movies with relatively low cost first, and practice my skills while accumulating qualifications.Fortunately, my kung fu was not in vain and it was recognized by many people, so I think I can start to make "Howard Manor" now, and I can definitely control and control this novel!
In fact, it is actually very simple to convince an actor. First, praise the other party’s most proud and favorite things, such as acting skills or local culture; then constantly boast about himself, such as telling some experiences, thoughts and insights.
This is the same as when the actors always say that this is their best movie.
Of course, this degree must be grasped well, so that the other party can be happy and surprised without being disgusted.
But more importantly, there must be capital for saying this, such as the Oscar nomination for Best Director, or the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.
As long as these are available, although the method is old-fashioned, it will definitely work.
Admittedly, your speech is very touching, Adrian.
Thompson said after pondering for a moment that as a famous British talented actress, although she was a little moved, it did not mean that she would agree. However, I heard that before this, you had already produced a relatively literary film, and she worked with Al Pacino, but it has been refrigerated by you. Can you know why?
This involves a promotional work about films, especially the promotion of "Pulp Novel".
Adrian replied evasively, although the media speculated that I was not satisfied with the movie and thought it was a failed work, so it was refrigerated, but I will tell everyone one day in the second half of the year that they were wrong!I dare not say this will be my best work, but I can guarantee that this is Al's best performance!
Thompson fell silent, neither Breener nor Wilkinson spoke, while Adrian picked up the teacup and sipped the black tea with a smile.
At this time, although she was sitting beside her, Emma, who had been looking around restlessly, pulled the corner of her clothes: Ed, I want to go to the bathroom.
Well... Adrian looked at the little guy with some embarrassment, and then at Thompson and Breener.
I'll take her there.Brenner then stood up.
Although Emma was a little reluctant, she followed Brenner after Adrian's persuasion.
Thompson, who saw it, suddenly said after the little girl left: She seems to be very attached to you.
I'm trying to make her reduce this attachment, preferably back to normal levels.Adrian sighed softly.
oh?Thompson looked at him with interest.
Do you remember a bus accident in London last year?Adrian no longer conceals it. Emma's parents died that day, and I was at the scene...
He tried to tell the whole thing in brief words before the little girl came back, and even though it was already simple, Thompson couldn't help but open his eyes wide.
After looking at the little Emma who sat back next to Adrian, and looking at Adrian who was joking with Emma in a gentle manner, and exchanging glances with the agent, she spoke before Adrian asked: It seems that this should be a good choice.