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Matthew received a call from Harvey Weinstein during the filming of the Nine Pirate Kings. Harvey Weinstein bluntly wanted to meet him, but Matthew had received a call from David Ellison before. Phone, citing the busy filming of "Pirates of the Caribbean" as a reason, declined Harvey Weinstein's invitation.

David Ellison made it very clear on the phone that Harvey Weinstein wanted to win the distribution rights of "Three Hundred Spartans" because of "Sin City".

Although Weinstein Pictures was just established, no one doubted the ability of Harvey Weinstein. Weinstein Pictures must have the ability to release a film on a large scale.

But to choose between Warner Bros. and Weinstein Pictures, I am afraid most people will choose Warner Bros.

Matthew didn't meet Harvey Weinstein because he wanted to avoid conflicts. He heard about David Ellison's meeting with Harvey Weinstein from Jack the Bearded. Of course Lisson can do that, and he has the capital.

But he is different. He is an actor after all. If he can avoid conflicts with the big guys in the circle, he must avoid them as much as possible. It is not a wise choice to have a conflict with Harvey Weinstein.

Besides, he is indeed very busy, the "Pirates of the Caribbean" crew is working overtime to shoot.

"You did the right thing."

In the studio, taking advantage of Matthew's break between shoots, Helen Herman leaned over to him and said, "We can't give the distribution rights to Harvey Weinstein because he wants to get the distribution rights. He. Harvey Weinstein is very powerful and has a huge influence in the circle, so that it can both express attitude and avoid the possibility of conflict.”

Matthew nodded, "I can't think of a better way."

If he is a superstar, he can directly reject Harvey Weinstein in person. Even if Harvey Weinstein wants to do something, the appeal and commercial value of the superstar itself are enough to compete with him.

But at this stage, in the face of such a big guy in the circle, it is best to be cautious.

"Does he have a big influence on the commercial film industry?" Matthew asked.

"It's not as big as the independent film industry." Helen Herman obviously has a special understanding of this aspect, "but also has a certain influence, he has made good friends with a number of producers, saying that a phone call can decide a certain project. It's an exaggeration for the male and female protagonists, but it's not too difficult to affect the choice and perception of some producers."

She reminded Matthew, "Harvey Weinstein has been in Hollywood for more than 20 years. Since the mid-to-late 1990s, he has been a core member of the Producers League. Don't underestimate his strength."

Matthew is very clear that the network of connections is also a part of strength.

Helen Herman continued, "As far as I know, Weinstein Pictures has no production plans this year, Harvey Weinstein is mainly focused on finding releases, he has a lot of time, plus With the success of "Sin City", it is estimated that he will not give up easily."

"Don't worry." Matthew picked up the cup and took a sip, and said, "My two-month shooting schedule is full and I don't have time."

"You have to pay attention." Helen Herman still reminded, "The Hollywood circle is so big, if you really run into him, try not to have a conflict, and push all the problems to David Ellison's head. superior."

Matthew nodded cautiously, "I know what to do."

Helen Herman is still a little worried, "Harvey Weinstein is used to bullying, especially when facing actors."

Matthew frowned slightly, "Just because he liked "Three Hundred Spartans", we have to give in without limit?"

Helen Herman is also a little helpless, "He is the type of particularly domineering among the bigwigs in the circle. He has a crush on you, that's giving you a chance, that's the truth."

Matthew spread his hands, "Well, I hope I don't have that chance."

Johnny Depp came over at this time, and Helen Herman ended the conversation by saying, "I'm going to have a chat with Jerry Bruckheimer."

"Go."

Matthew knew that Helen Herman was recently in talks with Disney Pictures and Jerry Bruckheimer about a sequel to "National Treasure", but it didn't go well after several contacts, and his 20+10 condition , Disney Pictures and Jerry Bruckheimer Pictures can't accept it, and their $15 million remuneration is also unacceptable to him.

Negotiations are currently deadlocked, and with Disney Pictures unwilling to budge and his side not lacking jobs, the sequel project is likely to drag on for a long time.

Matthew is not in a hurry, nor is Disney Pictures in a hurry. It is possible for Hollywood to negotiate a sequel like this for a few years.

"Listen to Kyra, you've had some trouble lately?" Johnny Depp sat in the chair next to Matthew. "Harvey Weinstein?"

"Yeah." Matthew didn't need to lie to Depp, he said directly, "This kind of attention from the boss is unbearable."

Johnny Depp showed a rare serious look and reminded, "Be careful about Harvey Weinstein, he is known in the circle for being domineering and difficult."

"I know." Matthew replied seriously, and then joked, "Is it more difficult than you?"

"Me?" Johnny Depp pointed to himself, "I can't compare to Harvey Weinstein, I'm playing a big game at best, that guy will really **** people behind his back."

Matthew put away the joke and said, "Don't worry, I won't provoke him."

Johnny Depp shrugged, "The problem is that he has already found you, and with his domineering style of doing things in the past, if he doesn't achieve his goals, he won't let go easily."

Hearing Helen Herman and Johnny Depp say this one after another, Matthew also realized that this Hollywood tycoon who has never met, I am afraid that he is really a domineering figure who likes to bully the weak.

He had a bit of a headache, "I'll hide for a while."

In recent months, I have been filming "Pirates of the Caribbean" at Disney Studios. Walt Disney has just kicked out Harvey Weinstein and Bob Weinstein. It is estimated that Harvey Weinstein will not directly Find Disney Studios.

Johnny Depp said a few words to Matthew, and soon his scene would start shooting, and he entered the set. Matthew continued to sit here and wait, and Keira Knightley, who had finished makeup, came over at this time. .

"You didn't go to see Harvey Weinstein, did you?" Keira Knightley asked concerned after sitting down.

"No." Matthew shook his head, "I declined his invitation on the grounds that I was nervous about filming."

Keira Knightley was visibly relieved and said, "It's better if you don't go." Then, she reminded, "Never meet Harvey Weinstein at the hotel."

Matthew didn't quite understand, "I'm a man, not a woman."

"It's hard to say." Keira Knightley apparently heard the rumors about Harvey Weinstein, "Maybe Harvey Weinstein is not interested in women, but is interested in men instead? It’s not that there are no producers in the circle who take everything for men and women.”

"Kyla, I've made a lot of money." Matthew suddenly said something that seemed irrelevant, "Even if I don't do anything in the future, I will be a multi-millionaire."

"What do you mean?" Keira Knightley said dissatisfiedly, "Show me off?"

Matthew shook his head and continued, "If someone dares to do this to me." He took out the saber hanging from his waist and shook the sword flower, "I will definitely put this thing behind him!"

Keira Knightley has a close relationship with Matthew, knowing that this is not a joke, after thinking about it, she still said, "Harvey Weinstein is not an ordinary domineering and stubborn person, I heard Emma Thompson say it before. , at that time she rejected Harvey Weinstein, still very firm, but even now Harvey Weinstein calls her every time he goes to England, wants to ask her out, and threatens her... …”

Probably involving another British actress, Keira Knightley stopped halfway through what she said.

Matthew didn't ask specifically. From the information he learned and the reactions of the people around him, it was enough to figure out what kind of person Harvey Weinstein was.

This also shows that his strategy is still correct, and he can always hide if he can't be provoked.

After a few chats with Keira Knightley, the assistant director came to inform, Matthew and Keira Knightley also walked into the set and joined the shooting.

Until mid-October, in addition to his daily rest, Matthew was basically busy shooting the two sequels of "Pirates of the Caribbean", and he played almost as much as Johnny Depp.

Towards the end of October, "Mrs & Mrs. Smith" ended its North American theater screenings and completely withdrew from North American theaters. After more than five months of screening, the North American box office totaled $275.2 million, which is definitely a huge hit. The success of ~www.readwn.com~ With the release of this film, Matthew also naturally climbed to the position of a recognized first-line star inside and outside the circle.

In addition, the overseas screening of "Mrs. Smith" is still in progress, but there are only more than ten small markets left, and the overseas box office has also exceeded 250 million US dollars.

The film grossed $552.1 million at the worldwide box office.

By any measure, Mr. & Mrs. Smith was a hugely commercially successful film.

It is not only Matthew who has climbed the first-line star, but also Charlize Theron. She has the best actress in the Oscar, and the "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" is a big hit. It can be regarded as a rare escape from the Oscar curse in recent years. Best Actress.

Matthew has kept in touch with Charlize Theron, who spends most of his time in South Africa outside of work hours.

Towards the end of October, Matthew and the other creators of "Pirates of the Caribbean" took a break from their jobs to attend the premiere of another film, "The Weatherman," directed by director Gore Verbinski.