American Entertainment: Starting with playing the role of Little Beaver

Chapter 68 A Word That Decides Your Fate

The 2003 Golden Globe Awards dinner was held at 5 p.m. Pacific Time on January 19.

The location is the Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California.

Due to the time difference, London is 8 hours ahead of California. So when NBC started showing the Golden Globe Awards, it was already late at night on the 19th in London. By the time the red carpet ended and the awards ceremony officially began, it was already the early morning of the 20th in London.

Even so, Isabella still didn't sleep, and pulled her older sister to sit against the headboard to watch the live stream.

The Golden Globes in Hollywood are awards that combine film and television, so the award ceremony is a mixed bag, with awards presented in different areas and popular but less popular ones combined. This makes the awards ceremony very long.

Honestly, this mixed approach left the two sisters feeling somewhat helpless.

They don't care about the television industry, and they don't find the jokes told by the award ceremony hosts particularly funny. Even if they were funny, they wouldn't have the energy to laugh in the middle of the night, so they really want to skip those boring awards.

But I can't skip it, so...

"The winner of this year's Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture is..."

"Meryl Streep, Adaptation!"

The award presenter's enthusiastic shouts roused the two drowsy individuals.

There are five nominees for Best Supporting Actress. Besides Meryl Streep, the other four are Kathy Bates for "About Schmidt", Susan Sarandon for "The Fall of Eby", Cameron Diaz for "Gangs of New York", and Queen Latifah for "Chicago".

"So Weinstein's magic failed?"

Catherine said, "Neither Cameron Diaz nor Quinn Latifah won an award."

"I do not know."

Isabella shook her head. "But I think this is good news for us, isn't it?"

The little girl, who was leaning against her older sister, raised her head.

Catherine, understanding what she meant, smiled, revealing a row of bright white teeth.

Isabella doesn't have hyperthymesia, so she doesn't know what the results of this year's Golden Globe Awards will be.

But that doesn't matter, does it?

As long as Miramax, who is so hostile towards her, doesn't win the award, it's a good thing in her eyes.

Well, Isabella's dictionary has never contained the phrase "someone is evil and others are innocent." Taking sides is always a subjective matter. Since you've chosen a side and your people have attacked me, then we are enemies.

It's that simple.

Therefore, the only thing Isabella can look forward to at the Ballon d'Or tonight is—

That is, how many of Miramax's projects will fail?

And this—

The winner of this year's Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song in a Motion Picture is—

"Lose Yourself, Eminem!"

Great, the theme song for "Gangs of New York," which Miramax invested in, is a hit.

Don't ask why "The Voice" isn't on the list anymore. When the Golden Globe nominations were announced on December 19th, all the nominations for films released after that date were bought.

This kind of thing can be done, but it's unnecessary, because it's easy to be criticized by the public.

Reputation is still very important to Isabella.

The winner of this year's Golden Globe Award for Best Screenplay is—

"Jim Taylor and Alexander Payne, 'On Schmidt'!"

Okay, okay, Chicago and The Hours are blowing up again.

The winner of this year's Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture is—

"Chris Cooper, Adaptation!"

Good, good, good, four consecutive bombs.

The Hours and Chicago are also nominated here.

"The winner of this year's Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy is—"

Goldie Hung, Rock Sisters!

Pentakill!

Isabella pursed her lips.

The winner of this year's Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy is—

Hugh Grant, The Single-Parent Transfer Student!

Six kills!

At that moment, Isabella suddenly felt that she understood why Robert Iger had his men tell her to watch the Golden Globe Awards live. When Miramax was a subsidiary of Disney, would they continue to compete for awards after the Weinstein brothers disappeared? Would those who aligned themselves with Harvey be purged? These were all matters that Iger could decide with a single word.

When Isabella's interests were aligned with his, and she readily agreed to collaborate with Disney after signing new talent, this man in his fifties revealed his shrewd side and readily stated his position.

With the dust settling on the Best Actor and Best Actress awards for drama films—

The former award was given to Jack Nicholson for "About Schmidt," a New Line Cinema film.

Although Isabella also has conflicts with New Line, their conflicts are unrelated to the awards season;

The latter award was given to Julian Moore for Far From Heaven, a Universal film.

Isabella also smiled.

After the Golden Globe Awards saw Best Motion Picture – Drama go to "About Schmidt," Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy go to "My Big Greek Wedding," and Best Director go to Spike Jonze for "Adaptation"—

At four in the morning in Mayfair, Isabella fell asleep with a smile.

While some are happy, others are sad.

The complete failure of Miramax's works left Harvey's group feeling chilled to the bone.

"Was this made by Disney?"

After the dinner.

As soon as Nicole Kidman, dressed in a gorgeous gown, got into the van, she glared menacingly at her agent.

The other person nodded with a wry smile, shrugged, and said, "This is Robert Iger's idea; he doesn't like Miramax."

"Okay."

Nicole Kidman forced a smile that looked more like a grimace and nodded vigorously.

"I understand...I understand..."

She leaned back forcefully into the car seat and slowly closed her eyes.

But as she started the car, she couldn't help herself and punched the seat in front of her hard.

"So... there's absolutely no hope left?"

At the same time, Renée Zellweger also stared blankly at her agent.

Although he didn't want to deceive his major client, the agent nodded and said, "In Robert Iger's eyes, all of you combined are worth less than a single finger of Isabella's."

"Disney can't abandon Pixar, and Chris (Columbus) can help him maintain this fragile relationship. So when Chris can continue to work with Isabella, even if you let Iger choose a thousand times, he would choose Isabella without hesitation. Not to mention... Isabella is also willing to team up with Iger..."

"Iger wants to put someone on The Voice? Okay, Isabella agrees. Iger wants Isabella to come to Disney to start a project? Even if Isabella doesn't have time, she has already taken on a film contract."

"And now, I heard that Isabella has started a talent agency and signed the little villain from The Voice, I think her name is Margot Robbie? And then she recommended this little girl to act in a Disney movie?"

“Iger can really leverage Isabella’s power, and cooperating with her would also give him a Warner ally. So, forget it, it’s already a big favor that Iger hasn’t withdrawn our project from the Oscar application form…”

The words of factual reasoning made Renée Zellweger sigh heavily.

To be honest, she also wanted to latch onto the coattails of capital, but...

She doesn't have the value that capital wants.

Those who can survive in this industry for many years are all shrewd and experienced.

So when everyone realized that all of Miramax's prize-winning investments this year would vanish in an instant if Robert Iger spoke, even though many of the guys with vested interests in Harvey were unwilling and dissatisfied with the current outcome, they didn't dare to utter a sound, let alone fart.

Because, given the current situation, having a nomination is better than not having one.

Just because they don't dare to speak out doesn't mean others don't dare to discuss it.

Upon hearing the news, Anne Hathaway looked at her mother with a terrified expression—

"Mom, do you think I can still pursue a career as an actor?"

"..."

Kate Hathaway remained silent.

After a long silence, she sighed and said, "Annie, many things are predestined."

Anne Hathaway clenched her fists!

The next second, her mother's words left her completely stunned—

"Annie, do you want to sign with a talent agency? I think Groundhog is pretty good."

Lindsay Lohan is also talking—

"So even Renee and Nicole can't beat her..."

"Hahahahaha..."

A chilling laugh echoed continuously in the hall, illuminated only by the television.

Dana Lohan glanced at her daughter with a furrowed brow.

At that moment, she felt a chill run down her spine.

I feel even more...

daughter……

crazy?

What is the current state of Hollywood?
Isabella didn't know.

She had no interest in caring.

Firstly, she has never attacked anyone proactively.

So, what does it matter to her whether other people are happy or not?

Secondly, to put it somewhat arrogantly, when she had Hermione Granger on her left and could communicate with Chris Columbus on her right, no one in the acting world dared to raise their voice at her.

Even in the director's circle, if someone who creates their own IP comes along, they'll still greet her with a smile and call her Isa.

As for the producer?
Everyone who owns an IP is a producer.

Or, to put it another way, whether it's a producer-centric system or a director-centric system, it's essentially a system centered on power.

Whoever has the bigger fist gets to listen to them.

So, in the Hollywood industry, the only ones who can express their dissatisfaction with her right now are the real financial giants.

Simple mode enabled (√)
Okay, it could also be hell mode.

Because of capital...

Very brutal.

With her work finished, Isabella found herself in a state of idleness once again.

Just as she was pondering whether she should find another place to continue her vacation, little Robbie, who was temporarily staying at her house, suddenly said—

"Sister Isa."

"Call me boss."

"Okay sister."

"..."

The little beaver, who was reading a book in the bedroom, looked up.

Looking at the figure that had appeared to bring her snacks as her mother had instructed, Isabella pouted and said, "Margot, I feel like you've been a little... naughty lately?"

"Really?" Robbie blinked. "I don't feel that way."

"Yes," Isabella nodded. "You used to never bother me when I was reading."

“Oh—Sister Isa, you mean this—” Little Robbie said with a smile, “Because we signed a contract, I’m working for you now. I don’t think you, as the boss, would just fire your employees, right?”

Robbie's words amused Beaver. He shifted his position, leaning back in his chair with an air of nonchalance.

"So you were being so cautious before because you were afraid I'd kick you out?"

"Um--"

Robbie thought for a moment, then nodded and shook his head. "One reason I'm afraid you'll kick me out is... because... you know, I also want to be a star, and maybe I'll have more opportunities if I'm by your side? Hehe~"

"And then, there's another reason, which is that I like you. Did I tell you I watched 'The Locked Chamber' this time? Wow~ your disdain for Mudblood rhetoric in the movie was so cool~~"

Isabella smiled and nodded. Although she knew that Robbie was her fan, she could feel happy whenever she clearly sensed that others liked her.

"Okay, what do you want to say?"

"Um... I wanted to ask... if we're going out to play... uh... would it be convenient for you to introduce me to Aunt Rowling?"

Seemingly realizing her thoughts were somewhat abrupt, Robbie stammered again. Not only that, but she also waved her hands as she spoke, "Uh... I'm a fan of hers... Meeting her is my wish..."

"Oh—I need to ask about this—"

Although Robbie is now one of us, it wouldn't be a problem to introduce her to Rowling. However, Rowling is currently in her late pregnancy, and there are many things that cannot be taken lightly. Therefore, it is inevitable to subtly inquire about the person in question's opinion.

While waiting for Isabella to call Rowling and say that she was alright, so—

Before she could finish speaking, Rowling invited her to visit the manor.

And loudly complain that he was bored at that moment.

Because she found a husband who loves her.

After she became pregnant, her husband didn't want her to overwork, which led to a sudden reduction in her external work. She spent all her time at the manor to recuperate. At first, it was fine; she was a person who could endure loneliness, and staying at the manor allowed her to quietly write her novel, which she enjoyed. However, with the finalization of the manuscript for her upcoming novel, *The Order of the Phoenix*, her husband wouldn't let her continue working. No matter how she explained that writing wouldn't affect her fertility, her husband wouldn't allow it and insisted that she rest.

This left her feeling helpless.

"Isa, please come and save me! Play with me for a bit."

“I can come today, but…”

"But what?"

"But I might be bringing a friend along, I don't know if you can accept that..."

Rowling knew about Robbie Jr.

She even showed up at the premiere to support the film.

However, she was pregnant and her husband kept a close watch on her, so no one got close to her.

And now, has Isabella signed someone?
"No problem, just bring her over. It's better with more people, since my daughter has nothing to do anyway."

Since a visit was permitted, Isabella took her family to Scotland as soon as the phone call ended.

I am very happy to see you after so long.

When J.K. Rowling was formally introduced to Robbie, the little girl, who had loved Harry Potter for many years, even cried with excitement.

After comforting her for a while, she finally calmed down.

Perhaps she was genuinely bored? After exchanging polite pleasantries, Rowling immediately started chatting with Isabella about all sorts of gossip, from the likes of Mr. Zhang to the likes of Ms. Li. Eventually, she even steered the conversation towards Isabella herself.

"I heard you've been targeted by Weinstein?"

"Yes."

"Are you alright? Do you need any help? Amnesty International's headquarters are in London. If they really give you trouble, just tell me, and I'll go directly to the Princess. They really have a death wish!"

"Oh, thank you, but I don't think they'll bother me, since Weinstein did break the law."

Well, Amnesty International claims to be an international organization, but it's actually... cough... British...

When it comes to being inhuman, Dai Ying is always inhuman.

Do not believe?

Just ask France.

The princess Rowling was referring to was Princess Anne, the Queen's favorite, and the two had a very good personal relationship.

Or, in the future, when no one dares to directly confront Walmart's plastic bags, why will Rowling dare to criticize them so recklessly? It's because no matter what she says, someone will always cover for her.

"Hmm... okay... you can call me if you need anything..."

“Aunt Annie, you overestimate me. I’m not the kind of person who likes to fight head-on. Didn’t you see that my bodyguards are all from Warner? It’s certainly cheaper to do this, but at the same time… once I entrust my safety to Warner, no matter what happens to me, Warner will come to my aid, because our cooperation is very strong.”

"You guy-"

Rowling shook her head repeatedly at the girl's unpretentious words, and at the same time, she asked the little girl to accompany her for a stroll in the garden.

Scotland can be quite cold in January, but pregnant women are generally very energetic.

While admiring the lake, Rowling asked, "What are your thoughts on the Oscars?"

"what?"

"Isn't The Voice aiming for the Oscars? Warner Music has already covered all the funding for that."

Oh—you mean this—

Isabella laughed and said, "So far, the youngest Oscar winner for Best Actress is 21-year-old Mary Matlin. And the youngest Oscar winner for acting is Tatum O'Neill, who won Best Supporting Actress at the age of 10 for 'Paper Moon,' so... it would be too outrageous for me to win, right?"

"So... let's put it this way..."

"First of all, I definitely won't win an acting award. Secondly, I don't care about such things. If I had to choose between fame and awards, I would embrace fame without hesitation. So..."

"Getting a nomination is fine."

"Please don't give me that Oscar."

"Neither Best Actress nor Best Picture is necessary."

"Because the amount of honor I receive will not diminish my current greatness."

"Hehehehehe~" The little girl's disgust made Rowling laugh non-stop. "You think you're so great!"

"Okay, if that's how you put it, then I'll reject them all for you."

"Hmm?" Isabella looked at Rowling.

Rowling said, "Someone asked me if you wanted to run for the Oscars. If you do, they can vote for you..."

Just as Weinstein had guessed.

When the British entertainment industry owes Rowling a favor.

If they wanted to repay a favor.

Those can only remain with people close to Rowling.

So……

This year, those with the right to vote want to know if Isabella wants to compete for the prize.

If she wants to rush—

Isabella herself said that the youngest winner of the Academy Award for Best Actress was ten years old, so what's wrong with her winning an Oscar?
And if she doesn't want to rush—

“Aunt Anne, how about this: you can give me the Oscar as a coming-of-age gift. When I turn seventeen, I’ll take on an Oscar-contending project, and then I’ll bring you, Warner Bros., and Disney together, and you can share the responsibility.”

"You actually made a reservation for me?! I'll hit you!"

Rowling couldn't stand the girl's shameless act of ordering a custom trophy, so she raised her hand and slapped the little girl twice.

It was a real fight.

But it doesn't hurt.

Their random remarks made the two of them burst into laughter.

After the laughter—

"However, Isa, I'm serious. Things might get a bit chaotic after what we've done this year, so you need to be prepared to face all kinds of public opinion. After all, not everyone in this world likes you..."

As Rowling said, this year's awards season was truly in chaos after the Weinstein brothers' scandal broke.

On February 11, 2003, the Oscar nominations were officially announced.

"The Pianist" was the biggest winner at this year's Oscar nomination dinner with 13 nominations.
"Gangs of New York" and "The Hours" tied for second place, with a total of 10 Oscar nominations;
In fourth place were "Chicago" and "The Voice," which together garnered 9 awards.

That's right!

Warner Music gave The Voice nine nominations!
All five awards!
The other awards are Best Supporting Actor, Best Original Score, Best Editing, and Best Production Design!
And in this list, the Best Supporting Actor award goes to Christian Bale, the Best Actor award goes to Jude Law, and the Best Actress award goes to—

Isabella Heywood.

When this news broke, Isabella really made headlines effortlessly.

Hermione Granger received an Oscar nomination for Best Actress at the age of 12 years and 329 days!

[Will this make her the youngest Best Actress winner in Oscar history?]

[Awards and commercial success? Who is Isabella Heywood?]

The flurry of information sparked a flurry of comments!
Harry Potter fans, especially Isabella's fans, were naturally overjoyed.

As for the general public, or even just casual moviegoers, they were surprised, astonished, and incredulous.

Of course, there were also many doubts.

It's really outrageous to be nominated for Best Actress at the age of 12.

but--

None of this matters.

Because the media is controlled by capital.

If Warner Bros. hadn't nominated Isabella after Weinstein was killed for attacking her, how could Warner Bros. demonstrate its authority or inviolability to the world?
Since Isabella's nomination was a move Warner Bros. wanted to flex its muscles, it had already made thorough preparations before taking any action. Therefore, before any questioning or criticism could even erupt, press releases from Warner Bros. and Disney were already flying around everywhere.

Or, to put it another way, while various media outlets were releasing news of the Oscar nominations.

The word 'reasonable' was already marked below the news article.

This situation has made many industry peers extremely envious!

Because acting skills are something that everyone has their own opinion on, no one can conquer everyone in the world with acting skills alone. If everyone thinks that someone acts well, then it is not that he acts well, but that he is just being himself.

Only by being yourself can you make everyone feel harmony.

However, very few people can win an award simply by being themselves.

The judges just love to mess with people, to make you lose your true self, and to make you less than perfect.

Therefore, every awards season brings forth all sorts of controversies.

In the past, when faced with these controversies, those vying for the prize had to bear it on their own, but what about this year?
They were deeply impressed by the power of capital.

"This is really..."

"Sometimes the difference between people is greater than the difference between a person and a dog..."

Robert Shea looked at the newspaper and laughed.

To be honest, now is indeed a good time to target Isabella, or rather, to ruin HP's reputation.

If they can ruin HP's reputation, then their new line can get revenge for last year.

But Robert Shea knew he couldn't make a move at this time.

Because at this very moment, it's not just Warner Bros. stirring up trouble, but also Disney.

Their conflict between New Line and Warner Bros. is merely an internal dispute.

What if we bring Disney into it?
Ted Turner will tear him apart.

Since he couldn't defeat Isabella, Robert Shea could only watch helplessly as she triumphed. Meanwhile, he was pondering how much Warner Bros. and Disney would have to spend to clear up the public outcry…

In the past, the Olympic Games storm would last at least a month, but this year it only made headlines for three days.

As for the reason?

There's going to be a war.

On February 15, 2003, protests against the Great Beauty erupted in more than 60 countries around the world.

The content of the condemnation is...

Ten days ago, Powell brought up laundry detergent at the Security Council.

(End of this chapter)