"Because of my performance on Schindler's List?" This is Hugo's first reaction, in fact, Hugo has a vague memory of some details in "Death Row Walk", he always feels that this role seems to have some overlap with Amon Goss and Anonymous, although it is a test of acting skills, but Hugo does not want to play a repetitive role.

Tim shook his head repeatedly, "No, actually, I thought you were the first person to play this script because I saw your performance 'Before Sunrise'. ”

Hugo looked at Tim rather unexpectedly, which made Tim a little smug and chuckled, "You know, 'Before Sunrise' is different from your previous performances, you can see more of your shadow during the whole performance, but your performance is very delicate, a simple expression, an action, a line, you can sketch the image of the character, that kind of ...... What should I say," Tim paused to think about it, "that deep soul and personality is so real. I would like to believe that Jesse is the real being, and maybe he is traveling somewhere in the world at this moment. ”

Hugo was a real surprise this time. Unexpectedly, Tim could see the delicate difference in his acting skills, which is not a matter of professionalism or unprofessionalism. Because for acting, professionals may be able to see the style of the performance, the excitement of the performance, etc., but it is difficult to tell the difference in details, which is something that the performer himself can only experience in the performance process.

Tim was able to say a reason, not because he really understood the differences in Hugo's acting skills, but because he really appreciated each of Hugo's works with his heart, savored Hugo's acting skills, and then said a point of view according to his ideas. To put it simply, it's because he has enough sincerity.

"'Thornier's character is actually very complicated, he is not a simple murderer, I don't mean sympathize with him or anything, or he has a good part of his heart or something, I don't want to defend him, because he is a murderer......" Tim said a little messy, but Hugo quieted down and listened carefully, "You see, he is obviously guilty, but he firmly believes that he is innocent, full of nonsense, so is he a demon like Amon Goss?" But no, because he was actually fragile and full of fear in his heart, and the reason why he committed murder was not because of how fierce he was, but because he did not dare to resist the demands of his companions...... But in turn, he did not choose to leave, but pulled the trigger under pressure......"

After Tim said a lot, he realized that Hugo hadn't read the script at all, and quickly apologized, "Sorry, I forgot that you don't know much about this character." What I want to say is that this is a very complex person, his heart is full of countless intricate thoughts, his actions, his language, his behavior, all are full of intricacies, I hope to be able to find an actor who can show Thornell's life with his understanding, his reading, not to appeal or defend him, but to let people see his life, that's all. ”

Hugo understands what Tim means, which can be divided into two parts, the first part is that some people don't look like bad people at all on the outside, but he has done heinous bad things, and the huge contrast between the appearance and the heart is obviously incomprehensible, and the character of Matthew is not like Anonymous - Anonymous is completely evil, but Matthew's mental journey is more complicated, because his style of action is at most a gangster, and he is not a villain at all.

The second part is that human prejudice is often blinded, as in Victor Hugo's "Les Miserables", where Valjean is forever chained as a thief and a criminal just because he stole a few slices of bread. After Matthew was arrested, no one thought about the story behind Matthew, he became a symbol of a "bad guy", no one wanted to be involved with him, and even his family became the object of everyone's spit, so what about the intricacies hidden in Matthew's heart, and is he really worthy of Sister Helen's "rescue"?

"So, I need an actor who can present the inner complexity of the character in a restrained but delicate way, and I even want to see the actor interpret it according to his own understanding and make the character come alive on screen." Tim concluded, "I think you're the best choice. ”

"Wow, I seem to have become a killer now." Hugo raised his eyebrows and chuckled, he had just come out of the anonymous and actually received another invitation from Matthew Ponsley, which was definitely something Hugo didn't expect. I guess Rick didn't think of it, so Rick asked Tim to talk to Hugo in person.

Tim heard the ridicule in Hugo's words, and he quickly explained, "Trust me, Hugo, this character is different from all your previous roles, and the part I focus on is also different......" It can be seen from Hugo's past choices that Hugo is a person who does not want to repeat himself, and the characters he chooses are often very different, "If you want, you can read the script, and then we will contact you, what do you think?" ”

To be honest, Hugo's impression of "Death Row Walk" is a bit vague, although he remembers Sean Penn's performance was very good, and he did have some interest in the role, but it was really limited. "Script? Of course there is no problem, it is a good idea. ”

Hugo nodded and agreed, he did need to find a challenging role recently, "The Seven Deadly Sins" ended earlier than expected, and Anonymous also made Hugo unsatisfied, in order to express his addiction to drama, Hugo needed a new role.

Tim was very excited about Hugo's nod, which made Hugo a little confused, and later heard Rick say that no one is optimistic about the project of "Death Row Walk", although there are several companies willing to invest, but the current maximum investment amount is only five million US dollars, Tim wants to go to the prison for on-the-spot shooting, and the funds are obviously stretched. If Hugo is willing to join, it will obviously be easier to attract investment.

Although Hugo only got 10 million in the "Seven Deadly Sins", on the contrary, Hugo's worth did not decrease but increased, because of Hugo's generosity and dedication, major film companies also clearly know that Hugo is definitely the most cost-effective actor today, there is no one, and his outstanding audience popularity is widely favored, even "Before Sunrise", an art film with a cost of 2.5 million, can finally harvest 32 million US dollars at the box office.

Now that the "Seven Deadly Sins" has just been completed, other major film companies have already targeted Hugo, just now, Steven Spielberg also said that the actor of "Men in Black" is still waiting for Hugo, and there is absolutely no problem with a salary of 20 million US dollars.

Under such circumstances, "Death Row Walk", a work that clearly shows that it is impossible to pay high salaries and achieve high box office, Hugo expressed his willingness to read the script, which is already a huge victory for Tim.

"Actually, Tim talked to me before the 'Seven Deadly Sins' started, and he kept selling me the script, and then emphasized that you are the first choice, and the time of the whole crew can match your schedule." Rick's explanation made Hugo laugh dumbly, "Objectively speaking, he is indeed very sincere. ”

At this time, the party was over, and most of the guests had left, but Leonardo, Neil, and Alex had all stayed, and Hugo's villa had enough space for them to keep their bodies up, and they were playing games in the game room on the first floor.

After Hugo sent Charlize and Mr. Perfect away just now, he had time to talk to Rick about Tim, "After this finale, didn't you say that you want to find a work that can challenge acting skills?" So I reached out to him and asked him to come and talk to you. ”

After the events of "Mission Impossible" and "The Seven Deadly Sins", Rick is more willing to slow down a little when considering Hugo's new works, after all, the craze for "pulp fiction" has not completely subsided, and Hugo needs a buffer period. Therefore, since Hugo wants to challenge his acting skills, Rick has found a lot of scripts in the past month, looking for scripts suitable for Hugo to challenge his acting skills.

However, Rick is obviously also very picky, he knows that ordinary characters will definitely not be able to stimulate Hugo's addiction, and simple scripts will definitely not be able to attract Hugo's attention. So he didn't rush it either.

"You remember Mike Figgis. figgis)? Rick said another name, and Hugo looked at him blankly, not surprised by Rick's surprise, and then explained, "It's with Kevin Pence. burns). Hugo was still at a loss, and Rick wasn't impatient, "The new CEO of Twentieth Century Fox?" ”

"Ah, that chubby, messy man!" That's when Hugo remembered.

Kevin Pence, the new 20th Century Fox at the helm last year, also came to Hugo's house today to congratulate him, while Mike Figgis was a middle-aged man standing next to Kevin, and Rick introduced them to Hugo, "We talked for a while next to the tennis court, right? ”

"yes, that's it." Rick nodded in affirmation, "Mike actually has a project in his hand, I think it's worth a try, so I invited him to come over today, he has some connections with Twentieth Century Fox, and Kevin is considering whether to invest in Mike's project, so I'll introduce it to you together." ”

Hugo nodded slightly, "Have you read the script?" "Rick is a very measured agent, and the scripts he has read are relatively reliable.

"Well, but I think the script should be read a few more times, I personally think it's a little boring." Rick shrugged, "But you can still see that the male lead is challenging, and it fits your requirements right now." Rick was apparently chosen specifically to address Hugo's addiction to drama, "The script is called 'Leaving. las。 vegas)', you can take a look. ”