Chapter 8 I disagree

 "Can you tell me your original intention or inspiration for writing this script?"

  Although he believed that Pie Kingsley would not deceive him about this kind of thing, and the woman and boy opposite did not look like they were acting, Harvey ?Weinstein still needs to confirm it himself before he can rest assured.

  "Original intention? Inspiration?" Ryan showed a clear smile. He knew very well that age is a big problem, but when used well, it is a help. After all, some things are completely different from an adult's mouth than from a child's mouth. They are two different things.

  "Let's put it this way, Mr. Weinstein, although I wrote this script as a thriller and suspense theme, in essence, it should be classified more as family ethics. I don't know if Pat has told you about it, I was an orphan. Before I was adopted by Nicole, I had been living in an orphanage. From the time I was young, everyone in the orphanage except the old director called me a freak. No one wanted to be friends with me. No one wants to play with me."

  Ryan showed a self-deprecating smile, "Of course, this has something to do with my somewhat withdrawn personality and my somewhat unconventional behavior, but it is undeniable that I have lived in a cold and cold environment since I was a child. In an indifferent and indifferent environment, especially when I see all my peers being adopted, but no one cares about me, I sometimes wonder, will someone help me get out of this predicament?" "

  Kay from the orphanage. Dean Dee is a warm-hearted lady. If she hadn't enlightened me and helped me, I really don't know how I would have survived those cold years. In a sense, Dr. Malcolm in the script is Katie. The incarnation of the dean."

  "After the old dean retired, I encountered some even worse things. The sky at that time was not only cold to me, but also full of darkness. This situation continued until I met Ni by chance. But, she took me in and even spent all her money fighting a lawsuit to fight for the custody area. Without her, I can't imagine what I would be like."

  At this point, Ryan seemed to have touched his feelings and showed a smile to Nicole. Smiling gratefully, "Although with Nicole's care, my personality has become much more cheerful than before, but I am still a little withdrawn and detached, and often get into trouble. Whenever this happens, Nicole will be nice to me." Talking is not the kind of instructional reprimand, but communication on an equal footing. As the time we spend together grows, we get to know each other better and our feelings become deeper and deeper. Those aspects of communication in the script The problem comes from this. It is communication that reduces the fear of the unknown between people and deepens the relationship between relatives, isn't it?" "

  Except for the supernatural things, most of this script is Based on the life I have experienced." At this point, Ryan added in particular, "The single mother who loves her son deeply is actually Nicole in reality. Without her, there would be no this story, and there would be no " "The Sixth Sense" script, I worked hard to write this script just to commemorate this special friendship between her and me." "

  Can I take the liberty of asking which orphanage it is?" Harvey Weinstein His eyes sparkled.

  "It's in Los Angeles, at the Northon Orphanage in North Hollywood."

  Ryan wasn't worried about the other party doing investigations or anything like that. After all, almost everything he said was true, but it was just copied into the script by him. It's just right, and what he said is full of inadvertent hints and guidance.

  Of course, with Weinstein's experience, he will naturally be aware of this, but don't forget that Ryan is just a child under ten years old. Adults will doubt whether the child is lying, but will not think about whether certain words are true. A hole was deliberately dug just waiting for someone to step on it.

  In fact, after Ryan said these words, Harvey Weinstein already believed 90% of it. For a child under ten years old to express his words so clearly and logically, it is enough to show his intelligence. , what's more, he has always been full of confidence in his vision.

  Besides, Northton Orphanage is right next to Hollywood, so the truth of these words will be obvious to anyone just by asking.

  "Ryan~" These words he said made Nicole feel a lot more. Although she knew that the two of them had a deep relationship, she didn't expect that he would always remember her kindness to him. At this time, no words can compare to one An emotional hug.

  Well, he hadn't fooled the fat man across from him yet, but he had moved Nicole completely. Nestled in Nicole's soft and fragrant arms, Ryan felt a little touched and a little helpless.

  Harvey Weinstein read this script more than once. There are many small problems in it, especially in the division of shots, but this just shows that it was written by a novice, and he discussed it with his brother Bob Weinstein. , there is no doubt about the excellence of this story, especially the ending, which will definitely surprise everyone.

  Moreover, the investment in this type of movie is not large. As long as there are no disasters, profits are completely predictable. He even has several candidates for the director and the leading actor.

  But it was the little boy Cole who gave him the biggest headache. It was not an easy task to bring such a unique boy to life. After making movies for so many years, Harvey Weinstein knew very well that animals and children They are the two most uncontrollable entities in film shooting. It is difficult to tell them what needs to be expressed, especially children. When they perform poorly, they can directly destroy a movie, but when they perform well, they can save it. a movie.

  However, after listening to Ryan's words, he couldn't help but have an idea in his mind. Since most of the script was adapted from his experience, why not let him play this role? Well, he doesn't even need to act on his behalf or perform deliberately, he just needs to maintain his true colors.

  The most important thing is that he is a complete newcomer and can save a lot of money in terms of salary. Besides, even if a large-scale audition is held for this role, who can guarantee that the boy selected will be better than him? It's more in line with the character being based on himself.

  There is also the Australian woman who is a slightly famous actor. I have watched her in "Across the Horizon" some time ago. Apart from being a little too beautiful, her acting skills are quite good. She can definitely play the role of the single mother, which will bring them together in the film. Real-life feelings and experiences, if moved to the big screen in another way, wouldn't it be very suitable for publicity and hype?

  This buy one get two free deal is a great deal. As for the woman's age and appearance, with makeup and post-production, it's just a small trouble.

  Almost in a short moment, these thoughts flashed through Harvey Weinstein's mind, and he calculated the pros and cons. It must be said that he is indeed a profit-seeking businessman.

  "Ryan, Nicole, this script is very good. Miramax has decided to invest in this movie, so we hope to buy this script as soon as possible. However, Ryan is not a professional screenwriter and is a newcomer, so the price will be low. Some, the price I can put on it is $50,000."

  Seeing the puzzlement and confusion on Ryan's face, Harvey Weinstein explained, "This is a common practice in Hollywood. Fifty thousand dollars is actually a lot for a newcomer."

  Even though he knew Harvey ?Weinstein is telling the truth, and he also understands the comfortable status of Hollywood screenwriters in this era, but Ryan still finds it difficult to accept it. After all, compared to the profit of the movie, this little money is a bit pitiful, and even almost It's not as good as the royalties for one of his novellas.

  Nicole was more familiar with Hollywood and knew that the other party's offer was not deliberately lowering the price, but she would never make the decision for Ryan in such matters. She immediately said, "Ryan, you make your own decision." After sighing

  , Ryan She could only look at her agent, and Ms. Kingsley nodded, "The price is very fair."

  "Mr. Weinstein, I agree to hand over this script to Miramax. You can discuss the specific matters with Pat. ."

  Up to now, Ryan is not sure whether the other party has jumped into the hole he dug, but unless there is a last resort, the effect of saying it from his mouth is completely different from that of the other party taking the initiative.

  Harvey Weinstein did not let his efforts be in vain. After a few words with Pie Kingsley, he looked directly at Nicole Kidman and said, "Nicole, if I can, I would like to invite you." Starring as a single mother in the script."

  "Me?" Nicole obviously didn't expect it to be involved with her.

  "Of course, it can be heard from Ryan's words that the prototype of this character is you, and no one is more suitable for this role than you!" Before Nicole could react, Harvey Weinstein continued, "Age is not The problem is, the important thing is the relationship between you. I believe Ryan also wants to see you appear on the big screen in such a way."

  "Right, Ryan." Harvey Weinstein looked over and said, He showed a fox-like smile.

  "Yes. Nicole is unique in my heart." Ryan stared at the Australian girl with bright eyes. Nicole Kidman only thought for a second and nodded in agreement, "Okay. , it seems I have no choice."

  "Since Nicole is going to play the mother, what about you, Ryan?" Harvey Weinstein felt as if he had succeeded in his annihilation plan.

  "Me?" Ryan pretended to be surprised, as if he really didn't understand what the other person meant, "What does this have to do with me?"

  "Let's put it this way, Ryan, do you have any acting experience before?"

  "No. , if playing violin and guitar on the school stage doesn't count." Ryan shook his head, but there was another thought in his mind. Does acting every minute and every second count?

  Ryan's answer exceeded Harvey Weinstein's expectations. He said before Nicole, who showed a clear look, "I want to invite you to play the role of Cole."

  "I don't agree!" The person is Nicole Kidman.