Vol 2 Chapter 272: Don't even think about it

"George is the enlightenment teacher of my film road. When I was less than ten years old, I often went in and out of Star Wars studios."
Standing in the banquet hall dedicated to media reporters, Duke looked at George Lucas next to him, and said to the reporters surrounding them, "It is the magical scenes that George created that inspired all my enthusiasm for movies. , Only then did I enter the California Academy of Art..."
This was to promote the two films. Duke did not hesitate to praise Lucas, and what George Lucas said afterwards was also praise.
"Since 1995, I have been trying to persuade Duke to be the director of Rising Star Wars, but without success."
In the surprised eyes of all the reporters, Lucas continued, "Until I read his "The Matrix" script, I finally understand why Duke rejected Star Wars. I believe he is filming a great movie. He created his own world of science fiction films. When the film is released next year, a new era of science fiction films will inevitably be opened!"
"A epoch-making science fiction film is being born!"
After saying this, George Lucas and Duke left the banquet hall for media reporters and gave the remaining time to the actors of the two crews.
They bypassed a corridor 2 and entered another smaller banquet hall. This is where the main cast and crew of the crew held parties. Since most people are in the press room to build momentum for the film, a few behind-the-scenes are removed. There are not many people in fact.
Sitting at a table, Duke couldn't help but shook his head, and said to George Lucas, "You are too praised."
"I believe you have such strength." George Lucas seemed to be more confident than Duke. "You have never disappointed."
Duke could only smile, and actively changed the subject. Talked to George Lucas about the shooting of Star Wars.
"I think the waiting for a few months is very worthwhile!"
The topic turned to the heroine Padme Amidala. George Lucas was obviously very satisfied with the Jewish girl. "The setting in the film is that Queen Amidala is only fourteen years old, but it is a success. Although there are not many outstanding young actresses in Hollywood, we all know that Duke. It’s hard to find a low-age actress who can have a medium-to-average appearance and show the queen’s mature and wise temperament. Natalie’s performance far exceeded my expectations."
"I've seen her starring in "Leon" and "The Wire of Fire." Duke suddenly thought about it, "I have to admit that she is an acting genius. But, George, do you think about Anakin in adulthood? Is Skywalker the candidate? If the young actor chosen is too bad, she will be completely suppressed. The imbalance of the film will directly affect the audience's sense of the couple."
Anakin Skywalker and Padmé Amidala in the Star Wars Prequel are arguably one of the most well-known and most incongruous couples on the screen. Among them, the Canadian actor is Natalie ? Portman's performance in front of him is praised as terrible.
George Lucas nodded slightly, "It's not a good thing that the heroine is too good."
He frowned. "Actors generally mature late, even if they are a recognized acting genius like Daniel Day Lewis. They only become acquainted after the age of thirty. I want to find a good acting actor in the same age group..."
Duke shrugged. How to find a suitable actor, that is what George Lucas should consider.
Even if you can't find it, it doesn't really matter. The influence of Star Wars on this land is beyond his imagination. As long as this is a large-scale production of Star Wars series, there will be no shortage of audiences.
Seeing an actor walk into the banquet hall, Duke left the table. Walking towards the thin girl, the other person seemed to be thirsty, so he walked directly to the bar and asked for a glass of juice.
"Hi, Nat."
Saying hello. Duke sat on the high chair next to him, Natalie Portman turned her head and smiled, "Hi, Duke."
"A martini, thank you."
After ordering a glass of wine, Duke said to Natalie, "Why are you back so soon?"
Natalie said of course, "I am not an adult, and I don't want to be harassed by the media too much, and those people are too annoying."
Duke showed a questioning look, and Natalie Portman continued, "They only asked a few questions about the movie, and they asked me if I had a boyfriend at school..."
She shrugged again, "Some reporters even asked me if I was a virgin woman!"
Seemingly angry, Natalie picked up the juice, took a big sip, and whispered angrily, "I'm not Drew Barrymore and Kirsten Dunst!"
"It's normal, you'll get used to it in the future." Duke put down his glass, "If you don't ask, they are not entertainment reporters."
The sixteen-year-old girl suddenly rolled her eyes and asked tentatively, "Duke, can I ask you a question?"
"Ok?"
Duke was puzzled at first, and then said, "It is my honor to be asked by a genius girl like you."
Natalie frowned and looked at him again, before she said, "How did you deal with this when asked by reporters?"
"I mean..." She did it on purpose. "There are often scandals between you and other female stars in the media... Sorry... I have no other meaning..."
"It's ok."
Now that you have done it, there is nothing bad to admit. Duke raised his eyebrows, "Just ignore them, because no matter what you say, the ones that appear in the newspapers and magazines either have nothing to do with your original words, or are Exaggerate a hundred times."
"Actually, I have always liked your movies."
The girl’s mind was very agile, and she deliberately warned Duke from the side, and then began to ease the relationship, "I went to watch it when you filmed "Independence Day" in Central Park."
"It's a pity that I didn't know you at the time." Duke laughed. "I have always liked the character of Matilda."
Duke snapped his fingers at the bartender behind the bar, "Make a glass of wine suitable for girls."
Turning his head, he said to Natalie, "I invite you to have a drink to make up for this regret."
Natalie picked up herself and drank only half a glass of juice. "Sorry, I think this suits me better, I'm not eighteen years old yet."
"No reporters will come in here..."
After the bartender offered a glass of wine, Duke pushed to Natalie's side, "This is just a sweet wine, it won't be intoxicating. Have you never had a bar?"
Although North America as a whole tends to be conservative. But a girl who has not drunk alcohol by the age of sixteen is simply unimaginable.
"I..." Natalie hesitated, and finally said, "Just a taste."
She picked up the wine glass and took a sip, which seemed to feel good, then took another sip.
"How does it taste?" Duke asked.
"Better than the Sydney liqueur I have ever drunk..."
At this point, Natalie suddenly covered her mouth and turned her eyes to Duke's face. Said solemnly, "Don't tell others, especially my mother and agent!"
Duke nodded quickly, "This is our secret."
Whether in the East or the West, wine is a good tool for closer relationships.
"Where is your mother?" Duke looked around. "Why didn't you see her?"
"I made a lot of guarantees." Natalie picked up the glass and took another sip. "She just stayed in the room, and I'm not a kid who doesn't understand anything."
"In the eyes of all mothers." Duke moved a little closer. "My own children will never grow up."
"Ms. Leah sees you the same way?" Natalie asked, raising an eyebrow.
"Yes." Duke nodded and said casually, "My mother always said that my thinking is naive."
"Naive?" Natalie looked at him up and down, her eyes full of suspicion.
She is not a simple girl who doesn't understand anything. Some things in the circle have also been mentioned by the agent, especially some things that happened between the other party and Caa and Mel Gibson. She was taught by her agent as a typical example. If such a person is innocent, then Hollywood is really full of angels.
"Mom always said that I love fantasy. These fantasies are a bit unrealistic." Of course, Duke knew that the other party would not believe this, and said quickly. "But she always encourages me, encourages me to turn these naive ideas into a movie."
"So it is." Natalie nodded.
In addition to the necessary entertainment, Duke spends most of the time sitting here chatting with Natalie, and this girl’s style is somewhat different from the actresses in the circle, whether it’s a brokerage company or her own strategy, She has very little communication and looks like an alternative to an actor.
Before the party was over, the two walked out of the banquet hall back and forth.
"Although I live in a hotel." Duke asked as he walked to the elevator, "but I rarely see you."
"I stay in the room most of the time." Natalie kept a sufficient distance from Duke. "I still have my studies to finish. I don't want to give up my studies because of acting."
The two walked into the elevator, and there was an elevator coming up. Someone came out. Duke hurried into the elevator. After Natalie came in, he asked, "What floor is your room on?"
"I'll do it myself."
Natalie Portman came over, pressed it herself, and backed away, "Duke!"
"Ok?"
Duke turned his head and looked at her. The girl's face was red, as if it was caused by the glass of wine she drank, "Is something wrong, Nat?"
"Why are you following me out?" She turned her head and asked, before Duke answered, she said firmly, "I won't let you go to my room, so don't even think about it!"
"Hey, dear!"
Duke couldn't help shook his head. This is Sydney, and Natalie is only sixteen years old. "I'm just tired and want to go back to rest."
"And..." He suddenly took a step over there, taking advantage of his height, and said, "Don't you want to see the difference between when I was directed by George? You can come to see me at any time."
When the elevator door opened, Duke took the lead and walked towards his room without looking back. (To be continued...)
ps: This month's monthly pass will be over one thousand soon, brothers, let's get a few more tickets and round up!