Chapter 119 Recreating the classic?

"Director Gu Wei appeared at the Capital Airport today, presumably heading to Hollywood."

The news of Gu Wei's departure was posted online by reporters, along with photos of him at the airport gate.

“Are you going to Hollywood for a casting?”

"It looks like it should be."

“I wonder how many roles domestic stars can get.”

...

After Gu Wei's plan for a new movie was reported by Hollywood media, Tomorrow's Star Films Company subsequently continued to announce specific details.

"The production cost is 200 million US dollars."

“Directed by an Oscar-winning director.”

"Hollywood superstar Leonardo DiCaprio is confirmed to star in the film."

"Interstellar, a science fiction blockbuster co-produced by multiple Chinese and American film companies."

Some roles in the film will be cast worldwide. Such a high investment is rare even in Hollywood and it is a top-level A-level production.

...

There is a lot of discussion on major portals, film forums and other places.

Everything you expect and everything shocking is included.

Leonardo DiCaprio has been confirmed as the male lead, and various big domestic stars have set their sights on the film's female lead and some of the supporting roles.

Wang Jinghua has not had an easy time since leaving Huayi. Although he has gained autonomy, there is still a gap between Cheng Sky Film and Huayi Company, and the resources that can be allocated are getting fewer and fewer.

"Sister Hua, the company did not get the investment share of Director Gu's new movie."

In the office, assistants were reporting the latest news.

"Understood, you go down first."

Looking at the assistant's leaving back, Wang Jinghua leaned back in his chair, his eyes a little confused, and for the first time he felt regretful.

But after all, she had been in the circle for many years, so it didn't take long for her to adjust her mood and start thinking about getting a role in a movie.

“Boss Wang, the casting requirements for Director Gu’s film have been sent out.

At Huayi Company, after Wang Jinghua terminated her contract, Li Xue took over the management of the artist department.

"Send them the resumes of all the artists in the company who agree with the requirements."

"Wait a minute, print them all out and deliver them to Xingchen Films in person."

"I'll do it right away, Mr. Wang."

In the past two years, as Zhang Ziyi has established a firm foothold in Hollywood, there are almost no actresses in China who can surpass her in terms of status and strength.

"We still have to think of a way to get the role."

Zhang Ziyi said to the assistant beside her that she planned to go directly to Hollywood for an audition.

Although she has starred in many Hollywood movies in recent years, the box office performance was average, or even a bit of a flop.

After learning that the male lead of the movie was Leonardo DiCaprio, she became even more eager for the role and planned to use this opportunity to achieve a breakthrough in the movie box office, which would be of great help to her career.

……

The Olympic venues are currently being built one after another. The most direct impact is that it has driven up housing prices in the capital, which have risen sharply.

Gu Wei is also considering buying a house. Compared with the traditional courtyard house, he prefers modern villas because they are convenient to live in and have greater privacy.

At the end of August, Gu Wei came to Hollywood alone.

Subsequently, the company and the Actors Guild announced that they would be accepting audition resumes.

The notice not only contains descriptions of the film roles, but also detailed requirements for the roles, as well as the two confirmed directors and roles, Gu Wei and Leonardo.

There are not many characters in this movie. Apart from the male and female protagonists, the male protagonist's daughter has more screen time, and the others are all minor supporting roles.

Gu Wei changed the role of the daughter into an adopted daughter of the male and female protagonists, whose age was also suitable, and the script was also modified.

As for the image of my daughter as a child, it can be completed through post-production special effects.

As news of the audition spread quickly in Hollywood, many actors flocked to it.

...

"Boss, there are a lot of people submitting resumes, and they are all asking when the auditions will start?"

In the Tomorrow's Star Film and Television Company, Reid asked as he looked at the resumes he received.

Since the auditions were announced, the company's mailbox has received a lot of emails, and the number has increased.

"Let's schedule it for three days later. I'll audition directly at the company then."

"Okay, boss, I'll go inform them now."

The Hollywood entertainment industry is paying attention to Gu Wei's movements. The media even wanted to interview him in person, but were stopped by Reid outside the company.

"Director Gu is currently preparing for the early stages of the film and will not be accepting interviews in the near future."

Reid spoke bluntly to the reporters.

At the same time, Gu Wei had been answering calls all morning, and even Zhang Ziyi called.

The general meaning is that he will go to Hollywood for an audition, and hope that Gu Wei will give him a chance.

Gu Wei did not refuse, but only replied that they would have a unified audition.

Then Li Binbin, Fan Binbin and Zhou Xun called one after another.

Even Zhao Yanzi asked someone to ask Gu Wei about the role, but he directly refused.

The group was very self-aware and instead of focusing on the protagonist, they focused their attention on other supporting characters.

Some people even sent their resumes directly to Hollywood, saying they were willing to come here for auditions.

Gu Wei gave them the same reply.

Domestic celebrities and artists do not need to come here. He will select suitable people based on the resumes received by Xingchen Film and Television.

With such a huge investment in the film and considering the global box office, most roles can only be chosen in Hollywood.

"Anne Hathaway, Charlize Theron, Nicole Kidman, Scarlett Johansson..."

In the office, Gu Wei looked at the resumes he received and screened the audition list.

Scarlett Johansson and Anne Hathaway were ruled out first because their ages were not suitable and they were not famous enough at this stage.

"Ryder, notify these people to come over for the audition."

"clear."

Reid took the list and took a look. There were less than ten names on it, but they were all currently the top female stars.

He then left the office and prepared to hand it over to the company employees to notify them one by one.

At this time, the mobile phone on the table rang, and Gu Wei picked up it.

"Gu, how's your audition preparation going?"

Leonardo's voice came from the other end of the line.

"Almost. It will start in the next two days. Is there anything wrong? Leon."

"Gu, I want to recommend some actors to you. They are all my friends. Don't worry about their acting skills."

Leonardo said confidently.

"Some?"

"Kate Winslet and Naomi Watts."

When Gu Wei heard these two names, he immediately realized that these were the heroines of the movies "Titanic" and "King Kong".

Moreover, both of them have submitted their resumes to the company and are on the audition list.

"No problem, I will consider your suggestion."

After the call ended, Gu Wei leaned back in his chair and thought, the hero and heroine of "Titanic" teaming up again was quite an interesting idea.

...

In China, the casting for Lust, Caution has been confirmed.

After layers of selection, Tang Wei, who was in the 00 undergraduate directing class at the Central Academy of Drama, finally won the leading female role.

He will partner with Hong Kong superstar Leung Chiu Wai to star in director Li An's next new film.

After the news was exposed by the media, there was another uproar among the female celebrities in the circle, with jealousy, cold-eyed indifference, and sarcastic remarks everywhere.

No one is willing to give up the opportunity to star in an Oscar-winning film, no matter whether it is rated R or not.

"Director Li An is an internationally renowned director and he must have his own considerations when choosing the casting. I look forward to working with him next time."

Fan Binbin answered in the interview.

“I regret missing this opportunity and hope to have the opportunity to cooperate in the future.”

Li Binbin said this with some regret when facing the interview with reporters.

As a rising star in China, Liu Yifei was inevitably interviewed by reporters. "Director Li An is an Oscar winner for Best Director. There is no actor who doesn't want to work with him, but I asked Director Gu, and he thought I was not suitable for the role of Amy, and I thought so too. I heard that there is a sex scene in the script, so I can only look forward to the opportunity to work with him next time."

Liu Yifei's speech was rigorous and also expressed her own ideas.

"So what are your plans next, in terms of TV series or movies?"

The reporter continued to ask.

"Xixi will audition for Director Gu's latest movie next, which is also her most important thing at the moment."

Liu Xiaoli spoke first and then stopped answering any further questions.

Less than an hour later, Liu Yifei's interview speech was posted online by reporters, sparking discussion among netizens.

"I almost forgot, Xiao Long Nu is a contracted artist of Xingchen Film and Television."

“I’m looking forward to seeing Xixi in Director Gu’s latest movie. Come on!”

When the news came out, other female stars in the circle suddenly became nervous. Compared with them, Liu Yifei was closer to the water and had a much greater chance.

"China's top actress Zhang Ziyi recently accepted an interview and said she has been offered an audition for the female lead role in Interstellar."

Before Tang Wei's popularity died down, another piece of news came back from Hollywood.

"A top director teamed up with a Hollywood superstar. I support Director Gu this time."

Domestic fans who support Zhang Ziyi posted online as if she had already won the leading female role.

“Is she also considered a Hollywood star?”

“Is there anyone who supports the person who made Memoirs of a Geisha?”

"It's better to choose Fan Binbin or Li Binbin."

"Li Binbin is okay, he's not as good looking, but Fan Binbin is pretty good, he has a good figure too."

There were many people who supported it, but even more who opposed it. Many fans of other female stars directly criticized it.

Then a group of people started discussing the figures of domestic female stars online, causing a lot of excitement.

Los Angeles, Rising Star Films.

The auditions have already begun. Gu Wei is mainly responsible for several important roles, and the rest can just be reviewed.

On the first day, Charlize Theron and Nicole Kidman came to the company one after another.

In the conference room, Gu Wei sat in the main seat. Only a section of the script was cut out and distributed by the staff.

"Gu, long time no see."

Charlize Theron came to the conference room and greeted Gu Wei.

"Hello, Theron, let's get started."

Looking at the "South African goddess" in front of him, Gu Wei said directly.

"Ok."

Then Charlize Theron began to perform according to the script.

It has to be said that this actress, who was nominated for an Oscar for Best Actress last year for her role in the movie "Northern Storm", had acting skills that were a little beyond Gu Wei's expectations.

"You acted very well, Theron, but I can't give you an answer until the others have auditioned."

Ten minutes later, the audition was over and Gu Wei said to her.

The other party also understood, nodded slightly, said goodbye to Gu Wei, and walked out of the meeting room.

After watching Charlize Theron leave, Gu Wei nodded to Ryder next to him and continued with the next audition.

At the end of the day, I auditioned about a dozen people for the leading female role and other roles.

...

The next day, the auditions continued...

In the conference room, Gu Wei briefly introduced the actors recommended by Leonardo for audition, Kate Winslet and Naomi Watts.

Gu Wei also played Naomi Watts for the first time.

"Hello, Director Gu Wei, nice to meet you."

"Hello."

After a brief greeting, the audition began.

Gu Wei watched her performance and nodded continuously. A star who could make a name for himself in Hollywood must have impeccable acting skills.

"Leon told me about you. He said you were a good actor, and it turned out to be true."

After the audition, Gu Wei chatted with Naomi Watts.

"Thank you for the compliment, and thank you Leon for the recommendation."

"That's all, I'll let you know as soon as I have any news."

"Ok."

Next, it was Kate Winslet's audition.

Kate Winslet, now 31 years old, is still as beautiful as ever. In a trance, Gu Wei seemed to see "Rose" appear in front of him.

Her temperament is similar to that of the domestic film queen Gong Li, the two are somewhat similar.

After Kate Winslet entered the conference room, her face turned a little red as she looked at Director Gu Wei who had been staring at her.

"boss."

Reid whispered a reminder from the side, and winked at Gu Wei with a smile that every man knows how to smile.

"Hello, Director Gu Wei, I'm Kate Winslet."

"Hello, let's get started."

After being interrupted by Reid, Gu Wei's old face turned red and he spoke quickly.

Kate Winslet's acting skills are also on point, as she was nominated for an Oscar for Best Actress.

But there seemed to be something missing in her, and Gu Wei was immersed in thinking.

The atmosphere in the room was a little weird and suddenly became quiet.

"Kate, can I ask you a question?"

"No problem, Director Gu."

"Excuse me, are you married?"

As soon as Gu Wei finished speaking, several people's eyes turned to him.

"Director Gu, does this question have anything to do with the role?"

"No, you can choose not to answer."

Gu Wei did not force it, after all, it was someone else's privacy.

Kate Winslet said nothing and just shook her head gently.

"I understand. I hope we can have a chance to work together next time."

"Okay, I hope we can have the opportunity to cooperate in the future."

When Kate Winslet heard Gu Wei's words, a look of disappointment flashed across her face, but then she smiled again.

"Boss, you were too direct just now, but you have to admit that he is indeed a stunner."

Reid couldn't wait to speak after seeing Kate leave the meeting room.

"Shut up, I didn't think so. I just felt that she was missing something, so I asked."

Gu Wei stared at him with a serious expression. What was he thinking about every day?

"Something else?"

Ryder was a little confused.

"A quality of being a mother, which is what she lacks."

Ryder then suddenly realized and nodded.

"Go ahead and finish the audition as soon as possible."

Five minutes later, the next auditionee entered the meeting room.

Gu Wei put Zhang Ziyi's audition last. In terms of age or fame, her chances were not great.

"Let's talk about it later when we have a chance."

In the end, Gu Wei still tactfully rejected her. Looking at the forced smile on her face, Gu Wei said.

"No matter what the result is, I still want to thank Director Gu for giving me this opportunity."

...

The audition lasted for three days. Gu Wei already had a rough idea of ​​the cast, and now all that was left was to decide on the female lead.

(End of this chapter)