Chapter 943: 943
George Lucas can be seen from a distance, because his thick hair and big beard are very conspicuous, and because the other two people around him are not tall, he seems prominent compared to before.
George was only fifty years old at this time, and his creative career was still at its peak. He looked refreshed and his figure was also maintained. He was not as strong as he was twenty years later. At this moment, he looked very good and was chatting and laughing with a woman around him.
In Hollywood, when it comes to the four major directors in the 1980s, George has always been the most special one. In terms of awards, he has never won the Oscar for Best Director Award in his life. The other three famous directors of the same period, Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorses, and Francis Ford Coppola all fulfilled their long-cherished wishes. In terms of the number of works, not to mention the high-profit Steven and Martin, even Francis is far more than George.
Strictly speaking, George's directorial career was supported by two movies or two series of movies. This has been criticized by countless people, especially those who do not know much about American cultural history and Hollywood's history of change. They often satirize George for relied on two series of movies to enjoy a lifetime of fame, which is not worthy of his reputation.
George's directorial career "only" contributed a "Star Wars" series, and the producer's career added a "Raider of the Lost Ark" series, which made him famous in history. If someone carefully looked it up, he found that George's works were only nine of them in his life, four of which were the "Star Wars" series, and then he added a "American Style Painting (Ame Can.graffiti)" that made him famous in Hollywood. In addition, there are four works with very limited influence.
It's no wonder that people think that George's ranking among the top four directors in the 1980s is somewhat unreal.
But if you truly understand the history of American culture and Hollywood's changes, you will know that George's influence is actually the most powerful of the four major directors. A set of "Star Wars" can almost be said to have influenced generations, and has an irreplaceable role in American culture, and even formed a unique social phenomenon, which lasted for nearly 40 years and became the most important part of modern American culture.
The earth-shaking influence of the Industrial Light and Magic Company (ILM) founded by George on the entire Hollywood special effects industry is at its highest level even in the world, and no one can match their technological achievements. It can be said that they have created a new era of the film special effects industry and even changed the industrial structure of the entire film industry.
If the works of directors Steven, Martin and Francis formed a cultural phenomenon and had a huge impact on countless directors and actors later; then George's influence penetrated into all aspects of the entire film industry. Therefore, if you really stand on the land of Hollywood and feel George's influence, you will not say that it is "not worthy of your name".
Even though George's lifelong directorial work is only "Star Wars", he is still the most important part of the history of the film.
Among the four major directors, George and Francis have a strong relationship, and he and Steven are also very familiar. The "Raiders of the Lost Ark" series jointly created by the two still has an unimaginable powerful influence even in 2014.
So when Steven showed up in front of George with Hugo, George also showed great friendship. "I have been curious about why the sunshine this morning is so beautiful. It turned out that there was a 'sunny smile' coming at night." Now many media use "sunny smile" to call Hugo, believing that Hugo has the best smile in the world, so George has such a joke.
"Oh, George, if this sentence was what David said to me, I think I would be flattered." Hugo was teasing George's inappropriate words. George is heterosexual, so his "touching and affection" is naturally not suitable for Hugo.
Hugo's wit and boldness made George stunned, and then looked at David Geffen, "Hey! David! This is your favorite, isn't it?" George was in trouble and directly pulled David into the water.
David was willing to come out publicly, but he was able to occupy a place on the top Hollywood list of power. He had long been accustomed to this kind of teasing. He shrugged, "You know, I chose Tom." It means choosing Tom Cruise to play the "night visit to the vampire", and is also impliciting the rumors about Tom that have never been interrupted in the circle. "But I always remember the regret of missing Hugo."
But Steven patted Hugo on the shoulder and interrupted in to help Hugo because he knew that such jokes had nothing to do with them. If he said too much, Hugo would be in a dilemma, "Hugo, this is Barbara, this is Michael; Barbara, Michael, this is Hugo." He introduced the two people standing aside to Hugo.
The lady was Barbara Broccoli. She stood aside gracefully and charmingly, blinking at Hugo. However, Hugo's inner reaction was that he was Barbara.
In fact, Hugo didn't know Barbara, at least he couldn't call her name. But Hugo thought Barbara looked very familiar. He had seen Barbara in at least four James Bond movies promotional stills. In almost every promotional photo, Barbara embraced the handsome male lead or supporting actor intimate expressions. Hugo was curious at the time, who is this woman? Is it really good to hug her left and right?
Another Michael G-Wilson (fan Chael.g.wilson) is completely unfamiliar with his face. The two of them should be the producers of the new episode "007" movie.
Barbara was not in a hurry. She stood there and looked at Hugo with a smile. After Michael greeted Hugo, she took a step forward very formally, spread her arms, and saw that it was not just a handshake when she looked at her posture. Sure enough, she gently grabbed Hugo's shoulder with both hands and then enthusiastically gave a veneer, French-style.
Hugo was a little surprised because Barbara's fingertips gently tapped on his biceps, then clenched his hands slightly, and his fingertips slowly rubbed against his muscles. After the gift was over, Barbara didn't move much, just smiled heartily, without any hints, and retreated calmly, as if nothing had happened.
If the goose bumps on Hugo's arm had not yet faded, he almost thought it was his illusion just now. But he knew that it was not an illusion.
This kind of thing is really familiar. Not to mention the disappearing Tracy Jacobs, I can tell if I recall Hugo's experience at the audition for "The Great River Love". However, Hugo hasn't encountered it for a long time. He thought he would never encounter such a thing again. After all, he has achieved certain results now, and the unspoken rules are not so applicable. But obviously, Hugo was wrong.
Hugo suddenly remembered photos of Barbara and Daniel Craig sticking their faces at the movie promotion conference.
"The performance of 'life and death speed' is really admirable." Barbara said with a polite expression, which also made Hugo understand that in fact, at Hugo's current position, the so-called unspoken rules still exist, and they are still willing. However, the exchange between the two parties has occupied a larger part of the transaction, and the content of the transaction has decreased. No wonder people say that Hollywood is full of colors, which is also one of the aspects. "I heard that you are preparing a new album recently. Do you have no plans for the next work?"
For Hugo, Barbara and Michael have different policies, because Hugo has many choices, and he and MGM stand on the same level to talk about James Bond cooperation. It can even be said that MGM is a little more urgent.
"No, there is no plan yet. You know, it's wise to finally have time to take a vacation. It's a wise choice to enjoy a good time." Hugo replied with a smile, his eyes very calm, as if he hadn't received the signal from Barbara just now.
"Are you serious? Are you planning to take a vacation for a while?" The question was George. Steven and David stood next to him with an obvious expression of "I don't mix", so George must come out and help, after all, he is from MGM's position today.
Hugo tilted his lips and tilted his head, "At least relax for a while." Hugo still had room for words, but in a sense, it was actually saying that he did not intend to take on new works in a short period of time, which was a rejection.
George chuckled twice, "There are probably many people who are disappointed." George also deliberately looked at Barbara and Michael, and the hint was very obvious.
Sure enough, Barbara continued, "I think the audience is the most disappointed, they can't wait to see your style again on the big screen."
"No, the audience will also feel visually tired. I think they would not want to see me too often." Hugo said with a laugh, but this sentence made Steven, David, and George chuckled. Everyone knows this view, but no one in Hollywood will abide by it. Everyone is trying to make iron while it is hot, and they are eager to take on roles frequently when the popularity is high. For example, Macaulay Culkin.
I have to say that Hugo's way of thinking is indeed different from many Hollywood people. This can be seen from the time Hugo chose "Pulp novels".
"If you plan to continue taking on the role next, I think major production companies will be happy to know this news." Barbara added that although she had not had time to mention James Bond's proposal, she felt Hugo's soft nails in advance, but this is the truth of social occasions. She will never really hurt the other party, and there will be some room for everything, but there is no direct damage in the sword light and sabre shadow.
Hugo nodded seriously, "Believe me, Rick will be very happy to receive a call from the production company." While calmly speaking, Hugo also pointed Rick Rosen, which was the biggest purpose tonight.
Seeing that their conversation had entered a blank period, Steven interrupted, "I just met Rick and talked, and heard him say, are you trying to write a script recently?"
Chapter completed!