Chapter 37

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"That's right." Russo paused in the middle for a while, then continued, "No matter what, let's meet. We can discuss it together, can you see?" No, no, "

Ike hesitated, but then he thought that the other party was the senior vice president of the film giant Warner after all, and he was also a member of the company's board of directors. He put aside whether to cooperate or not, but he didn't even give him the opportunity to meet him. It was a bit unsaid. Although various Hollywood film and television companies have a competitive relationship in their business, this kind of competition coexisted with cooperation. It is precisely because of the existence of these relationships that American films are so developed and stand proudly in the world.

"Okay, we can meet again,?" Ike said to him.

"Well..., at 4 o'clock, director Ike will choose a place." Russo said.

"Just at the 'Blueberry' in Beverly Hills, it's quieter." Eck replied.

"Okay, see you." After saying that, Russo hung up.

In fact, Ike also wanted to meet Russo, after all, he had heard of this person from Corleon. At four o'clock, both of them came to the "Blueberry" cafe on time. Ike was frequented by this place and was not far from his home.

"Hello, Russo." After seeing Russo, Ike politely shook hands with him. For Russo, Ike could often see it in newspapers and online. This is a young genius director.

"Hello, Director Ike." Russo was equally polite.

Sitting in front of Ike was a 40-year-old man with a little thin, deep eye sockets, and a big nose like other Europeans and Americans. He was slightly lower than Ike. He wore a white T-shirt and a gold watch. He looked very particular.

"Russo, have you been here? This is not a good match for coffee, you can try it." As Ike said, he picked up the coffee on the table and tasted it slowly. Although it was summer, the habit of European and Americans drinking coffee could not be changed. The "blueberry" business is still not.

"Of course, I often visit here. This place is quiet and safe, and is a paradise for Hollywood star directors." Russo said with a smile, and he picked up the coffee and drank it slowly.

"Director Ike really didn't consider continuing to film "The Walker 2"?" Russo asked with his eyes narrowed.

"Haha, it's fake to say that it's not considered at all." Ike said with a smile, "But at least there is no such plan yet."

Russo nodded and said, "The Walker of the Insular is a great story. Director Ike also made great films, and the audience likes them. The plot also has a certain developmental nature. After all, I have made the second ending after graduation. Haha, please allow me to say directly, it is hard for me to imagine that there are still problems that can prevent you from shooting sequels. Well... Black, help the theme movies, you are like "The Godfather", it has filmed three of them."

"You said, "The Walker" is in the plot, well... Although one of the protagonists is dead, it does have the potential to shoot a sequel, but I haven't completely figured it out yet. The second ending you mentioned, haha, that's not for the sequel. That's just... my idea, maybe that idea is closer to reality." Ike explained seriously.

"Does Director Ike have some concerns?" Russo asked without jumping.

"Hmm..." Ike lowered his head and thought, "Russo, can I tell you a Chinese idiom?" He didn't skip the words.

"Speaking."

"Dogtail marten" Ike said in Chinese. He looked at Russo with a confused look on his face and explained with a smile, "Translation means that if there is not enough marten, use the dog tail to replace it. This is a metaphor. It actually means that the poorly used supplements are connected to the good, and the two parts are very disproportionate."

Russo was still confused.

"Some movies, the first one is very good, but in order to satisfy the fans or to maximize their interests, the film company hastily produced the second one. The result is just like this metaphor. If you can't get it well, you will lose the reputation of the movie. If you want to, the audience's eyes are sharp. If it's bad, they won't like it. I think you will understand if I say that, Russo." Eck said with a smile.

Russo nodded with a smile, "Wow, director Ike's metaphor is very appropriate, and I also benefited. Are you worried that the second part was not well filmed, which ruined the impression of "The Walker of the Spot" in the hearts of the audience?"

"Well, yes. Yours, an excellent film is hard to come by. I have been thinking about "The Walker of the Skies" for a long time, including every detail and every dialogue. I think it is perfect. I really can't think of a sequel that can surpass it, so..." Ike said, shrugging here, "I am not sure that I will not start shooting its sequel rashly. I hope you can understand."

"I understand this very well. Well..." Russo lowered his head and thought about it. Sometimes, especially when facing the work, the director and the screenwriter would fall into a bottleneck period. Then he continued, "Well... do you think this is OK? You authorize Warner to find someone to write the script. If you don't have it, we can also find a director. The movie has two companies jointly invested in, and the interests are shared in proportion, like?"

Hearing Russo's suggestion, Ike held the coffee and frowned slightly. In fact, Russo's suggestion was still one of the feasible solutions. However, he didn't want to do this very much. This was not the reason for Warner. In theory, Warner's capital and manpower were completely qualified. He just didn't want to use the work to help others shoot the sequel. Maybe this idea is a bit narrow, but this is Ike's real feeling at this time.

"Sorry, Russo, I thank you for your kindness, but... I don't want to do this yet, at least... that's what I think at the moment." Ike shook his head and said.

"Oh, that's a pity." A look of disappointment flashed across Russo's face. "I think this will be a good opportunity for us to cooperate."

"Russo, I just refuse to do this now. I think, after a while, my thinking will be clear. I will consider your request. Maybe I will continue to serve as the director of the second part." Ike said.

"Oh?" Russo saw another glimmer of hope, "Well... how long will it take to wait? Your fans are looking forward to it."

"Haha, at least I will calm down and consider your suggestions after I finish filming my new movie." Ike replied.

"Oh, okay," Russo said with his hands spreading, knowing that this kind of thing was barely allowed, and he could only wait, "On behalf of Warner, I'm waiting for good news from director Ike."

"Thank you for your understanding." Ike raised the coffee to Russo and took a sip.

The meeting with Russo lasted for nearly an hour. During this period, Russo praised Ike's new movie "Training Day" several times, and also wished the filming of "Life and Death Reading" smoothly.

Ike felt that Russo was a man with strong sensitivity to movie information, and from his conversation, he was a well-educated person. But he had a "soft" spirit in his bones, which may be the reason why he was used by Corleon. Also... this person may be more lustful.

Just as the two broke up, Ike leaned into Russo's ear and asked in a low voice, "Russo, do you know someone named Sith?" He didn't jump. After saying that, Ike didn't wait for his answer, but just squeezed his eyes at him and walked towards the car.

Russo, who was left behind, had a cold sweat, he didn't understand. Ike would be the Sith. Haha, he actually doesn't have many more people.

After Eke met Russo, he looked at his watch in the car. It was already past 5 o'clock, so he planned not to go back to the company, but to go home directly. "The bell..." At this time, his ringing.

"Hey, I'm Ike, who?" Ike picked up.

"Hello, Director Ike, I'm Natalie Portman. Do you still remember me?" Natalie's voice came from the words "Not jumping".

"Natalie?" Ike was stunned and then smiled, "Hello, of course I remember you. We were eating seafood with Anne on Long Island together. Well...vegetarian seafood...hehe."

Natalie hasn't contacted Ike for a long time. Since she met Anne Hathaway in New York, she has never met again or played.

"Haha, that day was really interesting. Annie later blamed me and said that I didn't respect your dietary choices for the first time I met you." Natalie said with a smile.

"Oh, no, Annie and I should respect your eating habits. By the way, I haven't been in touch for so long, and I remembered to call me today?" Ike said with a smile while driving a car.

"Haha, I've been in New York, I've been busy with two new movies, and now I'm in Los Angeles." Natalie said.

"Oh? Are you in Los Angeles now?" Ike asked, "Did you move, or...."

"No, I'm going to make it a temporary trip, well... Are you convenient now? I want to meet you." Natalie asked in the middle.

"Oh, of course, I have it now, um..." Ike said and heard the car on the side of the road, "Where are you? Let me find you. This is Los Angeles, and my road conditions are more familiar to you."

"I'm here..." Natalie said.

"Okay, wait for me at the hotel door, I'll be there in a while." After Eck said that, he hung up. He started the car and turned around and drove towards the hotel where Natalie was staying.

After Natalie Portman separated from Ike last year, the year was very smooth. First, she starred in George Lucas's "The Ghost Threat" (also known as the Phantom Crisis). This movie was released in May this year and has excellent results. The "Star Wars" series has always been popular with movie fans all over the world. This "The Ghost Threat" will become the box office champion in 1999 in history.

If "The Killer Lyon" (this killer is not too cold) makes Natalie famous, then the "Star Wars" series made her popular in Hollywood. After this movie, she was called "Hepburn No. 2"

After the filming of "Star Wars", she filmed the art film "Fang Hearts and Worlds" by Chinese director Wang Ying, which will be released in September this year. It can be said that Natalie has gained a lot this year. Now she has gradually transformed from a child star to a star.

Ike's car soon arrived at the hotel where Natalie stayed. After contacting her, Natalie quickly got into Ike's car with sunglasses and sun hat.

"Haha." Ike smiled when he saw Natalie's outfit, "Well, now I feel the troubles of Hong."

After Natalie got into the car, she took off her sunglasses and hat, and said to Ike with a smile, "I really understand it now." She looked around in the car, and continued, "Is this your car?" She didn't jump.

"Of course, is it still someone else's?" Ike asked quipped.

"A director of this big, I thought I would drive a Bentley to pick me up." Natalie smiled.

Ike shrugged and started the car helplessly. Ike's current car is a blue Focus. Logically speaking, with his current wealth, he can afford a car of all kinds. However, he didn't want to do this. In his opinion, the car is just a means of transportation. As long as it is comfortable to sit and safely drive, it is not too broken. There are not many celebrities who ride her car. However, even though it is a joke, only Natalie is now.

"Where to go?" Natalie asked.

"Oh." Ike said with a smile, "Well... you finally came here, I'll take you there and try Chinese food. I have one in Chinatown, Los Angeles. Very bad... the food there doesn't taste, and more importantly, it can provide a safe and quiet dining environment."

"Okay, I like Chinese food very much." Natalie agreed happily.

"Have you ever had Chinese food?" Don't jump.

"Of course, there is the largest Chinatown in the United States in New York. Chinese food is delicious and there are many vegetarian varieties," said Natalie.

"Haha, I won't be with you today anyway." Ike said with a smile.

"Haha, I won't have such a request." Natalie said, squeezing at Ike.

"By the way, is Anne okay now?" I won't jump.

"Very good, is he continuing to complete his studies now? Are you? She is particularly popular in school. People say, "Juno and I are going to school together." Natalie described vividly.

"Haha, this little girl is very interesting." Ike smiled. If not, Anne Hathaway would probably become popular until 2001.

After a while, the car drove to Ike and said that the restaurant was where Ike and the crew of "Juno" had a dinner party. The boss's surname was Zhang, and he was already very familiar with Ike. He specially found a very reliable private room for Ike and Natalie.

Natalie naturally ordered a bunch of vegetarian dishes, and Eck smiled helplessly and asked for two meat dishes he liked.

"You are a big star now, you performed well in "Star Wars"" during the meal, Ike said to Natalie with a smile.

"It's far worse than you," Natalie said while eating, "the movies you're making are getting better and better now, "The Walker of the Side", "Training Day", wow, one by one."

"Haha." Ike shouldn't have said yes, "Well... are you going to go back to New York?"

"Are you looking forward to me leaving?" I don't jump.

"Oh, my god, I don't mean that. I'm just a nine-astronomy network. Ike experienced this somewhat neurotic Jewish woman when I first saw her.

"The day after tomorrow, specifically, the plane will be at 12:17 noon the day after tomorrow." Natalie said.

.........

"Oh, I understand." Ike forced out a sentence, and he quickly put the dish in his mouth.

"Well... are there any plans in the future? I mean, you must have been making continuous film appointments now." Ike said.

"Hey, I just want to ask you. Now, as you said, I have constant film appointments, but I want to go to Harvard to study psychology. I don't think my idea is right, or is it good. Many people told me that if I do this, I will lose a lot of opportunities in Hollywood." Natalie said seriously at this time.

Historically, after Natalie Portman became a household name because of "Star Wars", she did temporarily give up her acting career with unlimited future because she went to Harvard to study clinical psychology. This is also the difference between her and other stars.

"What about your thoughts? I'm asking the most real thoughts." Ike asked lowered the chopsticks in his hand.

"Well..." Natalie frowned, "I prefer to study more, but... I'm a little hesitant now. You, now... are not in Hollywood's career."

"What do you think? I don't let external factors interfere with your thoughts in the depths of your heart. There are many temptations in this world, but there are not many correct choices. You should obey your heart. This is the advice I can give you." Ike said seriously.
To be continued...