Heads Up Hollywood

There are five main judges who audition: First Producer Don Walker, Executive Producer Katherine Kennedy, Assistant Producer Eileen Kelly, Director Rob Marshall and Casting Director Glenn Felix Hierro.

Of course, it must be Tang En who holds the final decision.

Catherine Zeta-Jones just did a 5-minute on-camera performance, and it worked really well.

"She is an excellent actress, and her acting skills are good enough."

During the internal discussion, Kathleen Kennedy first gave an affirmative answer.

Rob Marshall agreed: "'That's right, she is the leading actress I was looking forward to. 'Velma' in the movie is a nightclub dancer. It just so happens that she is wild and coquettish enough. This is a kind of temperament. It’s hard to act like another actor.”

Eileen Kelly flipped through Catherine Zeta-Jones' profile and slowly said: "She learned singing and dancing in her early years, and she started performing musicals on stage when she was a teenager, so she has a lot of experience. According to the information, she also won the British tap dancing championship, which just fits the role requirements of the movie."

Glenn Fierro agreed: "In my opinion, this role was made for her!"

In the original version of "Chicago", what left the deepest impression on Tang En was Catherine Zeta Jones, who had short, refined hair and was very brilliant.

Putting aside all external factors, as several others have said, Catherine Zeta Jones is indeed the best candidate!

Tang En nodded, "The audition will continue. If there is no better one, then she will be it!"

Rob Marshall looked happy, and it was clear that Catherine Zeta-Jones was the actor he was looking for.

It is a blessing for Hollywood directors that the director and producer agree.

"Next... Jennifer Aniston."

Glenn Fierro shouted to the staff at the door.

But at this moment, a female staff member quickly walked over and whispered, "Madonna is here!"

Tang En's expression was shocked, "Ready?"

"Just wait outside."

"Please come in!"

At such a time, there was no need to be polite. Tang En spoke directly and allowed Madonna to jump in line.

Jennifer Aniston also acted in "Friends", and she is somewhat famous in the United States, not at the same level as Madonna.

Even Nicole Kidman and Julia Roberts, in front of Madonna, have to take shelter for a while.

It is impossible for any crew in Hollywood to make an international superstar like Madonna wait for a long time.

Five minutes later, Madonna completed her audition performance in front of the camera.

Tang En smiled very politely: "The acting is great!"

Madonna is known for her unrestrained sexuality, so she gave Tang En a wink, regardless of the presence of other people, "I heard that... if I want to make your movie, I need to sleep with you?"

Tang En cursed ten thousand times in his heart, his face calm and composed, "It's nonsense, this is definitely slander!"

Madonna twirled her hair around her ears, and kept winking at Tang En, "It's okay, don't break the rules because of me."

Tang En sweated profusely and almost vomited.

Even if it is well maintained, she is still an aunt in her forties. This coquettish and cute appearance is really creepy.

Fortunately, Glenn Fierro made a timely rescue, "The rumors from the outside world are all nonsense. The reason why Twain's movie looks good is because he has a respectable professional attitude. Miss Ciccone, those words you said... …is not true.”

Rob Marshall also said: "Madonna, your performance is wonderful, but we need to consider it comprehensively. You can go back now. If it is suitable, we will contact your agent."

Madonna was dubious, and then gave Tang En a big wink, and made a gesture to make a phone call.

When she left, Tang En finally broke out in cold sweat uncontrollably.

too exaggerated!

This Madonna... really deserves her reputation!

Catherine Kennedy was the first to bear it, and burst out laughing.

It didn't matter that this smile was not serious, others couldn't help it anymore, and for a while, the room was full of laughter.

Eileen Kelly said: "I think Madonna can do it, she can sing and dance, she is wilder than Catherine Jones, she is suitable for the role of 'Velma'."

Catherine Kennedy also feared that the world would not be chaotic and said: "A few years ago, she starred in "Madame Peron". .”

Glenn Fierro also half-jokingly said: "I think it's okay, Madonna's popularity is far higher than that of Catherine Zeta-Jones, with her as the starring role, the future box office revenue will increase by at least 30 million US dollars! "

Tang En's face was livid, he gritted his teeth angrily, and resolutely refused: "Impossible! This woman is a witch!"

Immediately, they laughed again.

...

In the morning, the first round of auditions was completed, and in the afternoon there was a chemistry test, which was to let the two actors play against each other to see if the interaction between them was good and if there was any spark.

Among the two heroines, the candidate for "Velma" has been basically determined, that is, Catherine Zeta Jones. She leads all candidates with an absolute advantage.

As for the candidates for "Roxie", five people were initially identified: Diane Meyer, Rachel Weisz, Denise Richards, Winona Ryder and Renee Zellweger.

In the afternoon, the crew will arrange for Catherine Zeta-Jones to play against these five people to see the reaction effect.

Of course, because of the special relationship with Twain, Rachel Weisz must have the "right of first choice".

Because "Velma", one of the two heroines, has been determined to be Catherine Zeta Jones, so during lunch, Tang En called her over and had dinner with the crew's audition officers. His understanding of this role In-depth exchanges, and a series of explanations for the "chemical test" in the afternoon.

After thinking about it for a while, Tang En called Rachel Weisz up again and made some points.

Catherine Zeta Jones was very excited, her face was flushed, she kept raising her glass and toasting to everyone present. Although she didn't drink much, her attitude was sincere.

"Catherine..."

"Mr. Walker, call me Kate!"

"Kate... Well, Kate, I really have quite a few 'Kate' friends." Tang En first joked, and then said seriously, "Your agent, we have already contacted, as long as there is no problem with the salary, The role of 'Velma' is yours now, I hope you can put more effort into this role, believe me, if you play this role well, you will make great progress in your acting career."

Catherine Zeta Jones immediately said: "Salary must not be a problem! I know that the budget of the crew is limited, and I am mentally prepared."

Tang En smiled slightly and raised his glass, "Then wish us a happy cooperation!"

Rachel Weisz sat next to Tang En. Although there were many people present, actresses were thick-skinned enough to act coquettishly to Tang En in public, pouted and said, "What about me?"

"you?"

Tang En smiled and gave her the sliced ​​beef from his dinner plate, "You have to work hard. Whether you can get the role of 'Roxie' depends on your performance this afternoon."

Rachel Weisz's mouth puffed up, obviously not satisfied with Tang En's answer.

She knew that her competitors were Diane Meyer, Denise Richards, Winona Ryder and Renee Zellweger, but how could these people compare with her?

Except for Winona Ryder, none as beautiful as her!

Besides, she and Tang En... have a very close relationship!

Catherine Zeta-Jones didn't find it weird when she saw the two flirting in public. The actress and the male director are a match made in heaven. That's how she came here back then, and said with a smile: "Rachel, don't pout. Shut up, Mr. Walker has such a good reputation, since you are...friends, he will definitely take extra care of you."

Rachel Weisz glanced sideways at Tang En, with an uncontrollable smile on her lips.

Tang En remained calm and ate peacefully.

At this time, there is no need for him to speak any more.

The conversation between the two women has already explained everything.

All of Tang En's subordinates present, since they understood the relationship between Rachel Weisz and him, they must pay special attention when judging.

The rookie director Rob Marshall may not know it, but the other veterans of Dunn Films understand it.

Tang En's habit of employing people is to promote talents without avoiding relatives, starting with his own people!