Chapter 35 035

Lifting his head, Hugo looked at it carefully, and then realized that he was standing at the famous Waldorf. Astoria. Hotel, a five-star hotel located on Park Avenue in Manhattan, New York near Forty-ninth Street. , is one of the most luxurious and famous hotels in the world.

The Waldorf Astoria Hotel has become the first choice of world heads of state and top aristocrats when they arrive in New York because of its highest level of hotel services. The 28th floor and below are standard rooms, with room rates ranging from $500 to $1,300 per night. It is suitable for ordinary people who want to enjoy top-level luxury services; while the 28th to 42nd floors are luxury suites, not only many dignitaries and billionaires will live here, but many people even set up here.” Permanent Residence", which is where he will live whenever he arrives in New York.

Hugo didn't expect that when he was filming for the first time, he would actually stay at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. This is really a big gap from the turbulent life before. It's no wonder that so many people dream of stardom, maybe it's because everything comes too much. Simple - at least it looks like this:

After filming a film, half a million dollars will be earned, but ordinary people can’t see the hesitation and pain that may be a year without a job after filming a film; actively interpreting other people’s lives on the big screen, but ordinary people People don't know how difficult it is to play a good role and make a good movie; standing in the limelight and accepting the cheers and shouts of the world, but ordinary people don't remember that they also have to pay the price of being transparent about their private lives. , not to mention how long the road from being unknown to the spotlight has been.

Hugo didn't know how hard filming would be, how much pressure the actors would have to bear on the shoulders, and much less the suffering under the spotlight, but he knew very well how hard-won his opportunity was. Let’s not talk about the past ten years, the criticism after the “Hudson Eagle” and the Golden Raspberry Award almost made the opportunity to “smell the fragrance and know a woman” slipped away, so Hugo would not let himself Overwhelmed by the momentary joy, he knew that everything had just begun.

"Isn't it that the crew's budget is very tight? How can they still live in the Waldorf Astoria Hotel?" Hugo and Joseph walked into the hotel lobby side by side, and walked to the front desk under the guidance of the waiter.

"This is sponsorship." Joseph replied simply, and then said to the front desk, "Joseph Gibbs, Hugo Lancaster." The front desk immediately smiled and nodded, and began to read the reservation record, Joseph did He turned his head and said to Hugo, "The Waldorf Astoria Hotel cooperated with the crew, and they provided the filming location and accommodation at the cost of the hotel's logo appearing in the movie and a positive publicity for the hotel."

This is actually not difficult to understand, this is the placement of advertising. Hugo thought it was very novel. He originally thought that placement of advertisements was just a convention in the Asian film and television industry, and now it seems that Hollywood is no exception. But think about it, the sports cars and cigars that always appear on time in the "007" series of movies are not a kind of implanted advertisements? It's just that Hollywood is more sensible and smarter than Asia, and their advertising placements are more impassive, which has a subtle influence on the audience. For example, when people mention James Bond (James. Bond), they will think of Aston. Martin sports car. That's the truth.

Hugo stood in the same place and carefully recalled the "Smell the Fragrance and Know a Woman" that he had seen before crossing the road. The propaganda of the Waldorf Astoria in it was indeed secret and profound, which reminded Hugo that he participated in the "Love in the Big River". "The Four Seasons Hotel I visited during the audition was the filming location for "Pretty Woman", and I was also very impressed.

"Mr. Gibbs, Mr. Lancaster, your room is on the twenty-third floor." The front desk put the driver's license and room key of the two on the counter, and said with a smile, "Mark will take your luggage. Take it to the room. Here is your message, Mr. Martin Brest told you to go directly to the luxury suite on the 30th floor after you arrive."

Joseph put away the documents and keys, nodded casually, Hugo, who was standing next to him, smiled and said "thank you", and the two left the front desk, "Then let's go directly to the 30th floor? No? Need to change clothes?" Hugo looked at his trousers that had been wet by the rain, and the pair of light sneakers he wore because the plane was a long-distance flight was also stained with some stains at this time, and the clothes were not formal suits. Just a simple T-shirt and jeans, other than that, there's nothing wrong with him.

Joseph thought for a while, "Go to the 30th floor to say hello, and then go back to your room." If you go back to your room, it is estimated that the time will be delayed.

While the two were talking, they entered the elevator under the escort of the waiter. Joseph handed the key to the waiter, "Send the luggage to the room, and then send the key to the luxury suite on the 30th floor."

"No problem, sir." The elegant and polite greeting was like a spring breeze.

Watching the back of the waiter leaving the elevator on the 23rd floor, Hugo thought it was all very interesting. He had never stayed in a five-star hotel before—in fact, let alone five-star hotels, even star-rated hotels They are all extravagant, so Hugo can't help but sigh that the service of star-rated hotels is really different, especially the world-renowned hotels like Waldorf Astoria.

But soon, Hugo took his attention back and cheered up, because the 30th floor had arrived. Stepping on the dark red carpet, walking through the classical corridor, and finally stopped at the door of the luxurious suite, Joseph rang the doorbell, and the door opened soon, Martin's smiling face appeared in In front of him, "Hugo, here you are, welcome to New York City."

Martin gave Hugo a hug, which relieved Hugo's nervous mood a little, "I hope I didn't come too late." This is just a polite word, the crew originally told them to arrive today or tomorrow, and There is no special time limit.

But Hugo's polite remarks unexpectedly ushered in a criticism, "You are indeed late." The voice came from the direction of the living room sofa. As soon as Martin stepped aside, Hugo saw Al Pacino in front of him. .

Al is fifty-two years old this year. The wrinkles on his forehead, the sagging skin, and the sloppy beard all clearly show the traces left by the years. When it comes to Al Pacino, the first image that comes to most people's minds is Michael Corleone (Michael. Corleone) in the "Godfather". Zheng Mao's Al is handsome and graceful, but he has fascinated countless girls.

Al and Dustin Hoffman are well-known short men in the entertainment industry. Dustin is only five feet five inches (one meter six six), and Al is only five feet seven inches (one meter seven) tall. , At the beginning, the "Godfather" crew had a dispute because of Al's height, thinking that he could not reflect black. hand. The momentum of the party, but in the end Al proved the correctness of this choice with his actual actions, making Michael Corleone one of the classic roles in film history. At this time, standing in front of Hugo, he seemed to have shrunk a lot, and the contrast was very obvious.

"You should arrive in the morning, so that we can have more time to practice the script. You are late." Although Al's words were accusatory, he had a warm smile on his face, neither close nor distant , and then he stepped forward and stretched out his right hand, holding Hugo's palm tightly.

Although Al is a lot shorter than Hugo, his aura is not weak at all. His calm and sharp temperament makes people look sideways, not to mention a vigorous and powerful hand coming from his calloused palm. The strength, let Hugo feel Al's old and strong in the most direct way.

Although Hugo couldn't help shouting "Al Pacino" when he saw Al for the first time, it was much better than when he saw the star several times before. Coupled with Al's savage dismay, it really helped Hugo stay awake.

"I'm sorry, my mistake." Hugo didn't quibble, and agreed with one bite, which instantly relaxed Al's face lines, "I think there should be no other way than to work harder next time. Now. Maybe it's a good idea to start now."

Originally, Martin wanted to defend Hugo, but after hearing Hugo's words, he looked at Hugo with more satisfaction. As a result, Bo Goodman, who was sitting on the sofa, stood up. "Then what are you waiting for, start practicing now. Hugo, did you bring your own script?"

Hugo couldn't help being stunned for a while, and heard Martin's voice in his ears, "You two are too anxious, it's raining heavily outside, Hugo has just come to the city, and there is not much time left until dinner, Even if you're in a hurry to rehearse the script, you don't care about this hour or two."

Hugo did not expect that he had just arrived and was about to enter the rehearsal mode, so he was stunned, but after reacting, Hugo continued and said, "No no, we can start now. Just in time. , In the process of reading the script, I still have some doubts, maybe during the rehearsal process, we can communicate and learn, I think, this will be helpful for the official shooting."

Both Al and Bo smiled and nodded in agreement, while Martin, who was standing beside him, looked helpless. Hugo looked at Joseph beside him, "Joseph, I remember that the script is in the backpack that I carry with me. Could you bring it up for me, please?" Hugo's own script was highlighted and remarked. It is very important information for the rehearsal. Hugo knew that he was inexperienced and lacking in strength, and only diligence could make up for it, otherwise just being talented would not be enough.

Joseph also did not expect things to develop like this. He nodded and greeted Martin, "I'll go down and get the script." Then he left the luxurious suite that had just arrived in less than two minutes.

Hugo, who stayed in the suite, followed Al to the sofa and sat down. Hugo looked around, but found no other actors. He couldn't help but wonder, "So, it's just us, no one else?"