Chatty Hollywood

"Hinckley's gun!?"

"Yes."

Charlotte tilted her head and thought for a while,

"Of course, the gun that killed JFK (Kennedy) was better, but that incident is still a mystery..."

"But why?"

Charlize couldn't understand it at all;

“Can the gun that killed the President of the United States kill God?”

"indeed so."

Charlotte nodded,

"Even though Reagan didn't die."

"This question is actually related to the origin of the gods."

Charlotte explained,

"Primitive gods, like ghosts and ghosts, come from people's fear of various incomprehensible forces in nature, such as wind, rain, thunder and lightning, and flames."

"So, the original gods represented the forces of nature?"

Charlize tried to understand what Charlotte meant.

"Yes. However, the reason why the gods were later distinguished from ordinary ghosts and monsters was that they were sacrificed by humans."

"Sacrifice!?"

"This is a very crucial point!"

Charlotte's tone was solemn;

"By accepting the sacrifices from believers, the gods may fulfill people's corresponding prayers. If there is a lack of sacrifices, they will cause trouble. In this sentence, if the sacrifices are replaced by tax collection, do you think it is inconsistent? ?, Sally?"

"Collect taxes!?"

Charlize was stunned for a moment, and then he realized,

"Indeed, looking at it this way, in the hearts of ancient people, gods and rulers are very similar!"

"That's right!"

Charlotte agreed with the girl's conclusion,

"In particular, many rulers would liken themselves to be gods or the spokespersons of gods. Therefore, since ancient times, the impressions of gods and rulers in people's minds have been somewhat entangled."

"Take Homer's epic poem as an example. The Olympian gods in it are exactly like the images of big slave owners."

"So, the weapon that killed the ruler has the ability to kill gods?"

Charlize always felt that there was something wrong with this inference.

"Of course it's not that simple. Especially in a capital-dominated society like the United States."

Charlotte smiled and said,

"But no matter what, the president is the nominal supreme ruler of this land. The weapons that assassinated the president can be used to kill gods in this land as long as they are used in a special way."

"So you're targeting Hinckley's gun?"

"That's right. After all, it was the latest weapon used to assassinate a president. And—"

Charlotte's tone was a little dull;

"That's still something to do with Jodie Foster..."

"indeed."

Charlize didn't know how to evaluate this situation.

"But how are you going to get that gun? It should be kept in the FBI's evidence vault, right?"

"Well, I have my own way."

*************

The next few days were uneventful.

The Independence Day holiday is coming, and with the strong arrival of "Forrest Gump", the number of screens for "Fatal Turn" has begun to plummet, and naturally the box office has also plummeted accordingly.

However, this is not a problem for "Fatal Turn", which has already gained a good reputation and has made a lot of money.

The production company New Line and the distribution company Fox are happily calculating their profits and thinking about how to cheat investors.

Charlotte, Lao Qiang and the others are even more busy with the preparations for their new movie "Happy Death Day", and they don't even have any interest in paying attention to the box office.

The only person who may still be paying attention to the release of "Fatal Turn" may be the producer Mr. Anthony Westwood.

However, unlike before, where he looked like he might retire at any time due to illness, Mr. Producer has experienced the baptism of success, and his face is glowing.

While he calmly looked at the box office report, which was beginning to show a downward curve, he scolded his assistant Dill:

"Have the audition invitations for "Happy Death Day" been sent out? It may take a few days for Lao Qiang and Charlotte to go to the University of Southern California for a screening. I hope to be ready to audition for the male lead before they come back."

"Boss, you're not so anxious, are you?"

His assistant Dill was somewhat disapproving.

"Aren't they just two fledgling boys? No matter how many roles there are, this is the male lead after all! As long as they receive an invitation, can they not pounce on him like wild dogs snatching food?"

"That's hard to say."

Mr. Westwood lectured his assistant with a bad look on his face.

"That Tobey Maguire is okay, but I heard that Leonardo DiCaprio has recently received invitations to audition for several movies, and it seems that they are all important roles. Maybe next year, he will play one Soaring into the sky.”

"Is there still such a thing!?"

Dill immediately realized that his boss was worried about schedule conflicts, and he couldn't help but become a little anxious.

Although the director also said that Tobey Maguire is more suitable in terms of image and temperament, his first choice for the male lead is after all Leonardo DiCaprio. If the audition has not started yet, the first choice Just because of the schedule, it’s gone...

I always feel that I will be embarrassed if I am responsible for this matter.

*************

Leonardo had no idea of ​​the trouble he was causing others.

Seeing his friend Toby, who lived with him, sitting in the living room with a depressed look on his face, he couldn't help but tighten the letter in his hand.

"What? Failed again?"

"yes!"

Toby smiled bitterly and shook his head.

"The director said he needed a male protagonist who looked more bohemian——"

As he spoke, he glanced at Leonardo in front of him,

"——And me, I look too honest."

"this……"

Leonardo didn't know how to comfort his friend.

Unlike ten years later, when the image of herbivorous men and nerds gradually counterattacked, American audiences in 1994 still had a naive taste in watching movies.

If you are a middle-aged actor, you can also learn from Tom Hanks' transformation in "Forrest Gump", which is indeed very contagious.

After all, older audiences have more experience and are more receptive to different types of starring roles.

But if it is a teenage audience, it is a pity that they are still in an era where they can only appreciate beautiful bad boys and strong football quarterbacks.

For the former, that is Leonardo's strength, while Toby's looks are too honest;

As for the latter, Leonardo looked at Toby's little arms and legs, and then at his own bean sprout-like figure...

Well, neither of them have a chance.

——This is a very embarrassing reality that young actors face in Hollywood.

Whether it is a literary film or a commercial film, most of the male protagonists needed must be over 30 years old. In the eyes of directors, a 20-year-old is simply a young boy.

Except for youth films, in other films, they can only play roles such as sons or passers-by.

And what about youth movies?

There are very few types of characters in youth films, and the scope of roles is relatively narrow. If the looks and temperament of Toby are not particularly suitable, there is no chance at all.

What's more, youth movies also have an alias called "Star Second Generation Concentration Camp"——

Many people who can get important roles in promising youth films have good connections in the entertainment industry. Compared with them, not to mention poor Toby, even Leonardo can only be regarded as a small fish and shrimp. .

Therefore, facing this harsh environment, it is actually a bit difficult for Toby to get an important role at the age of less than 20 years old.

However, Leonardo didn't know how to comfort his friend.

After all, he has initially opened the door to Hollywood through "A Different Sky" released last year.

At this time, when I try to comfort Toby who is still lingering in front of the door and unable to enter, I always feel like standing and talking without backache.

——Fortunately, now there is a chance!