America gains both fame and fortune

Chapter 419 Unsolvable Problem

"The nominees for Best Actor are George Clooney, Daniel Day-Lewis, Tommy Lee Jones, Martin Davis..."

On the stage, Helen Mirren, the best actress of the previous year, looked at the big screen behind her, introduced the nominees, opened the envelope in her hand, and read out the name directly: "The best actor is Daniel Day-Lewis."

Applause broke out, and Martin also applauded. The result was revealed when the Screen Actors Guild Awards came out.

Daniel Day-Lewis, who was most admired by the academic community, went on stage to receive the award and took away the golden statue for Best Actor.

Leonardo did not forget to attack Martin, and he kept on attacking him: "Running with him, come on!"

Martin acted very calmly and said softly: "If I get the golden man and you haven't got it yet, Leo, I will definitely give it to you publicly."

Leonardo didn't believe that he would win the Oscar later than Martin, and said, "If you dare to give it, I dare to accept it."

Martin couldn't help but wonder how he could give Leonardo a hard time and make him retreat automatically when he heard it, just like he did in the 11-second -meter dash.

Elizabeth came over and comforted Martin: "Everyone in the academy likes you very much. When you have enough qualifications, you will be able to win the award soon."

Martin nodded: "I will definitely win the award before Leo."

Nicholson heard this and agreed: "If Leo can run for another ten years, he might win the award. I believe Martin can win an Oscar within five years."

Leonardo was emotionally traumatized and didn't want to talk about it anymore. Just then, last year's Best Actor Whitaker came on stage.

Kate became nervous and subconsciously turned to look at Martin.

She feels this session is the best opportunity.

Martin eliminated her biggest competitor, Cate Blanchett, in advance, and none of the nominees on the list are as capable as her.

Likewise, there was no suspense about this award.

Whitaker read out the final answer: "The winner of Best Actress is Kate Winslet!"

Kate held her face with her hands and opened her mouth exaggeratedly, looking incredulous.

Martin and others around him applauded and congratulated.

Kate and Sam Mendes hugged each other gently, then stood up and walked towards Martin.

"Congratulations on realizing your dream," said Martin.

Kate opened her arms and hugged Martin tightly, overwhelmed with excitement.

Then she let go of Martin and came to Leonardo.

All the camera lenses turned here, and everyone's eyes turned here.

Ten years later, Rose and Jack embraced each other tightly.

Kate let go of her hands, raised her arms high, waved to everyone, walked onto the stage and took the little golden man.

Whether it was a true expression of emotion or a star actor's performance that went deep into her bones, Kate's eyes were red and filled with tears.

At this moment, the whole audience stood up and applauded her.

Kate thanked the academy judges, the team, her parents and family, Leonardo, and then came to Martin.

"I also want to thank Martin. He brought me into the role in many scenes during the filming process. Without Martin, I would not have been able to perform so well, nor would I have this wonderful role."

Kate pointed at Martin, as if thinking of Oscar's previous crazy output, and said loudly: "Martin Davis, you are the best partner!"

Martin raised his hand and waved in response.

Kate went backstage holding the Best Actress golden statuette.

The last two awards both went to "No Country for Old Men", and the Coen brothers also won the Best Director award.

The awards ceremony is over, but Oscar night has just begun.

Almost everyone headed to Beverly Hills for Vanity Fair's Oscars night party.

Including Thomas, their respective agents also appeared at the party.

"cheers!"

The main creators of The Reader raised their glasses together, and Kate laughed particularly happily.

After drinking two glasses of wine, Sam Mendes left quietly.

Kate didn't care that Elizabeth was there, she put her arm around Martin's shoulders and put the golden statue in his hand: "This award is half yours!"

Martin called out, "Come on, come on, everyone, come quickly, let's take a photo with the Oscar-winning actress."

The Vanity Fair photographer came over with his camera.

Kate was very generous, holding Martin in one hand and Leonardo in the other, with an Oscar statuette on her legs. She was worthy of being the biggest female winner of the night.

After taking the group photo, Georgina came over to congratulate Kate, and Harvey followed.

Georgina pulled Kate aside to talk, and Harvey approached Martin: "Let's talk."

Martin responded, "Harvey, we are old friends. If you have anything to say, just tell me."

Harvey's biggest trump card is Quentin. Quentin is going to start a big project next. Big projects mean high investment risks, so he will definitely increase the risk resistance of the project. "Quentin has prepared a new project, but he is missing a leading actor." Harvey knows that Quentin has a certain appeal to celebrities: "The leading actor should be a tough guy who can lead a task force to kill Hitler."

After hearing the latter part, Martin knew what movie it was. After all, he had seen all of Quentin's movies more than once.

Although he is not on good terms with the Foot Gang, he still prefers Quentin's early and middle films.

Martin was thinking about something, and said, "Hitler? World War II?"

Harvey said simply: "It can be said to be Quentin's version of Garrison's Gorillas. The male lead is very outstanding and can help you win the Oscar again."

Martin placed his hands behind his back and waved toward Thomas.

Thomas was very close by, paying close attention with his ears perked up. He immediately came over and shook hands with Harvey.

"Harvey, you can't do this." Thomas is now facing Harvey in a completely different way than before. He is very confident and said half seriously and half jokingly: "My agent is right next to you. You asked Martin to play the role, but you didn't ask me?"

Two years ago, Harvey would have dared to tell him to get out, but now it’s different. He can only smile and say, “I heard that Martin always makes the decision on choosing roles.”

This was indeed the case, but his purpose in saying it in person was not simple.

Martin's hidden eyes swept over Bruce, and Bruce immediately took out his cell phone and walked over.

He shook his phone: "Emergency call."

Martin patted Thomas' arm and said, "Talk to Harvey first about the details. You know my requirements very well."

He does like Quentin's movies, but liking movies and commercial collaboration are two completely different things.

Martin took the phone and went somewhere else.

Thomas stood up straight in front of Harvey, because he knew that he was representing Martin. He said directly: "Harvey, we are old acquaintances. There is no need to beat around the bush. Everyone in the circle knows Martin's salary. It is $1500 million or $500 million plus profit."

The remuneration can be negotiated, and as for other things, if the remuneration is not appropriate, there is no need to discuss other things.

The fat man Harvey cursed inwardly and said, "Five million dollars, plus a share of the North American box office."

"No, it's not a share of North American box office revenue, but a share of offline revenue." No matter what, Thomas has worked in Hollywood for many years: "Quentin's movies have never been known for their box office success. If it's just a share of North American box office revenue, it would be extremely unfair to Martin. We want a share of offline DVD and TV copyrights."

Harvey shook his head: "That's impossible."

Thomas was direct: "That's $1500 million."

Harvey frowned: "This actor can compete for an Oscar. Many people are willing to reduce their salary several times to act in this film..."

"Martin is not short of roles vying for an Oscar." Thomas understood that the fat man wanted Martin's commercial appeal but did not want to pay the market price. Although he did not mention a specific number, it seemed that two or three million dollars would be good enough.

All the big-name stars that Harvey works with get 20% to 30% off their pay when they join his projects. He is used to this and stressed: "Don't forget, this is Quentin's project."

Thomas laughed: "Martin was paid fully for starring in a Scorsese project."

At this point, Harvey couldn't talk any further.

They wanted to leverage Martin's strong market appeal for the "Inglourious Basterds" project, but they were reluctant to pay him tens of millions of dollars in salary. There was no solution.

Seeing that Georgina was still chatting with Kate, Harvey left alone.

Back at his table, Da Ben, who had been observing, came over and asked, "Didn't you reach an agreement?"

Harvey shook his head: "They don't know their place and they asked me for $1500 million."

Ben muttered, "Since the establishment of Weinstein Pictures, they have never paid anyone such a high salary, right?"

Harvey said: "It's also the first time someone has asked me for so much."

Cassie was frustrated: "If Martin Davis starts this, you will have to pay a huge price to invite other big stars in the future."

Harvey had already thought about this: "Give it up."

Cassie wanted to say more, but was kicked under the table by Big Ben.

Harvey picked up a glass of wine and fell into thought.

On the other side, Martin and Elizabeth were preparing to go back.

Kate came to see her off and took the opportunity to whisper, "Are you free tonight?"

Martin glanced at Elizabeth and said, "Some other day."

Kate said directly: "Tomorrow morning, I will wait for you at the usual place in the hotel. You must come."

Martin nodded, left the banquet hall, joined Elizabeth and Thomas, and got into the Escalade driven by Old Bull.

Thomas briefly recounted what he had said to Harvey.

Elizabeth was surprised and sarcastically asked, "Why doesn't he let you perform for free?"

Martin said: "It's not that he doesn't want to, he just knows I won't make money for him for free."

Bruce said in the front: "I'm very conscientious not to ask you to pay for the role. I remember when you were in Atlanta, you had to pay to act."

The next morning, Martin sent Elizabeth home and came to the hotel again to congratulate Kate on winning the Oscar for Best Actress.

(End of this chapter)