Jack is indeed quite interested in "perfection". Although he had been reading the script for a short time just now, he had a rough idea about the whole story.

In fact, there are many things that can be seen in the first scene. The screenwriter likes big or small scenes, likes to put conflicts up from the beginning or push them forward in the brewing process, likes to be mysterious or go straight to the point... Just a scene can read a lot of connotations.

Therefore, Jack reads the script very carefully for the previous pages, especially the first and second pages. Some screenwriters like to write a lot of commentary on the first two pages, or the hot scenes are coming. There is nothing wrong with this technique, it is just too direct, which has certain limitations on the theme and audience of the movie.

The first scene of "Fine and Perfect" is very interesting. The male protagonist Melvin was disturbed by the barking of dogs in the corridor during his work, so he tried every means to drive the puppy away, but failed. So he simply threw the puppy out of the garbage passage. Then the puppy's owner's neighbor Simon came to the door and asked him if he knew where the puppy was. Melvin denied it.

In this scene, conflict exists, but it is not popular. On the contrary, it makes people feel a little amused and silly. The lines quickly portray several characters. Melvin's meanness, indifference, and even race, discrimination, and Simon's kindness, enthusiasm and sensitivity are outlined in just a few words.

With just less than four pages of the script, Hugo showed his profound control skills, and left a deep impression on Jack for the character shaping and use of lines. It was like the first scene in "Before Sunrise", meeting on the train, a little bit of conflict or accident, which made the character appear and then outline the image. Although the scene was very simple, Hugo was good at leaving huge space for actors and used his performance to outline the role bit by bit.

Then, Jack randomly turned to the back. What he wanted to see was a random scene, which was a reflection of the screenwriter's habits, or how to outline the plot, how to control the conflict, or how to describe the plot in depth. This can have a rough idea of ​​the thickness of the entire script.

Jack has to admit that the script "Fine and Perfect" is indeed very outstanding. Just in the short reading time, the character image began to appear in his mind. He even began to think carefully about how he would interpret the role, what kind of characteristics he would inject into the role, and what resonance between the character and the story?

As an actor, he can no longer make any more demands on the screenwriter.

Of course, Jack will still carefully read the entire script when he goes back, and needs to have his own understanding of the beginning, ending, turning and ending of the story and core ideas. But there is no doubt that the script "Excellent and perfection" can be said to be the most outstanding work Jack has seen in the past two years, and he can even feel the excitement in his blood.

To be honest, Jack is a little lucky that Hugo would not play the role of Melvin, which allowed him to meet this role, which is a good thing.

However, Jack did not express his mood, but instead talked to Hugo calmly, as if he wanted to think from all angles. Facing a veteran like Jack, Hugo had no idea at all while observing his words and expressions. He just smelled a little initiative from the last question.

Hugo definitely didn't dare to take it lightly and took a deep breath, "As for the director, I actually want to talk to James-l-Brooks. I think his delicate description of emotions can inject more things into the script that I can't consider." James just collaborated with Tom Cruise not long ago to "Mr. Sweetheart", so Hugo asked Tom to make an appointment with James, and the details still need to be interviewed.

"Oh, James, I know him very well." Jack nodded and said with certainty.

Hugo chuckled. Jack once collaborated with James in 1983 to film "Terms.of.endearment". This work not only won Jack the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, but also won James the three Little Golden Man, Best Director, Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Picture. Later, Jack also made a guest appearance in the "Broadcast News" directed by James.

"Then, for the heroine, I plan to visit Holly Hunter, Helen Hunter, Susan Sarandon and Nicole Kidman." Hugo's result was carefully considered. Jack pointed his chin seriously, but did not give an answer. Instead, he continued to ask, "Where is the character of Simon?" Hugo shrugged, "I haven't considered this yet. I have some good choices, but... I think I still need to listen to the opinions of the casting director."

Hugo is a screenwriter, not a director. No one will reject the opinions he made on the male and female protagonists, but the supporting role needs to be discussed again. However, if he can serve as a producer, it is another matter.

Jack supported his chin with his right hand, thought silently for a while, and finally shook his head gently, which made Hugo feel nervous, "What's wrong with it? Why does Jack's expression seem to be about to refuse? Should he explain more about the script just now? What's going on?"

"It's a pity." Jack said, causing Hugo's heart to sink, "I was looking forward to working with you again."

"But..." Hugo opened his mouth and wanted to explain, but only the words squeezed out a beginning, and realized something was wrong, "What?" Then Hugo thought about it seriously and said intermittently, "As a screenwriter, I am also working together..." Then Hugo saw the smile that appeared between Jack's eyebrows, and he suddenly realized, "So, are you willing to take on this script?"

The smile at the corner of Jack's mouth then appeared, and then nodded vigorously, "Of course, with such an excellent script, I can't wait to join the crew."

"Oh, God! I'm so happy, Jack, you will never believe it. How important this means to me." Hugo said with a brilliant face. This was the most important step since he was a screenwriter: his script successfully attracted Jack, and more importantly, he invited Jack to play the leading role. The value of "perfect" quickly rose rapidly, and the negotiations between Rick and the production company will obviously look different.

"But, Jack, what about the pay? What about the production budget? Don't you ask about these?" Hugo asked with a nervous look with wide eyes.

Jack waved his hand directly, "If you miss such a good script, it's my loss. Believe me, I'm willing to nod and agree just by relying on your name." Although Hugo and Jack are thirty years apart, they do have a good personal relationship. Every time Hugo encounters a problem, Jack definitely stands up and speaks for Hugo. "By the way, you should ask Meryl's schedule. Although I'm not sure what the heroine looks like, I think she will be very interested."

Meryl Streep Hugo really couldn't imagine that his script brought together two veteran actors, Jack and Meryl, to star in it. This was simply the dream moment for the screenwriter.

"By the way, you don't have to worry about James, I will convince him." Jack began to take on his bag without hesitation.

This made Hugo smile, "I made an appointment with James to have dinner tomorrow through Tom, and I will tell him that you have confirmed to be in the show."

"I believe he will see the wonderfulness of your script, which is the type he likes." Jack said simply and thought for a while, "Let's do this, you talk to him tomorrow, and then I'll call him tomorrow night to test him. If he can't see the good script, we'll change the director."

Looking at Jack who was giving advice in front of him, Hugo felt extremely bright. With Jack's support, the prospect of "perfect perfection" suddenly became clear.

Originally, Hugo wanted to ask Jack about his experience in the comedy scene, because Hugo was full of curiosity about comedy, but lacked experience. Although he had starred in "Sleeping in the Night in Seattle" and played "Friends", this time he was going to officially star in "Trumen's World", Hugo still felt that he was lacking in clues, and maybe Jack could give him some advice.

But at this moment, Hugo's cell phone rang, interrupting his topic. Hugo smiled apologetically to Jack. After getting Jack's permission, he then continued to stand up, "Hello, this is Hugo."

"Hey, good morning, this is Allen." Allen Strello's voice came from the other end of the phone, "So, gentleman, I thought we had already agreed, why did you go back on your word? This is not what a friend should do."

Hugo was stunned when he heard Allen's headless accusations, "What?"

Allen choked speechlessly, "'Fine and beautiful'! I'm talking about this project, I thought we had already negotiated a cooperation, but why is Paramount still in the competition now? You won't really want to work with that woman Shirley, are you?"

Hugo couldn't help laughing, "Allen, I thought we've talked about it. Mark asked me to play the male lead, but I decided not to play it in the end, so I think you must renegotiate, and the final investment will probably be deviated. So, I handed over the negotiations to Rick."

"God, Hugo, were you there that day?" Allen patted his head depressedly, but then let himself breathe a long sigh and slowed down his tone. "I said, no matter what your decision is, I am willing to invest in this project, and, 50 million US dollars, just follow your request, and I have no problem here."

"What about Mark Canton?" Hugo naturally couldn't have been better, but he thought the situation within these large companies was not that simple.
Chapter completed!