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Chapitre 177: Trouble comes from one's mouth

Regarding the street performance after the Emmy Awards ceremony, Renly could explain it; the situation wasn't complicated, and a few simple sentences could clarify it. But was it necessary?

As a public figure, living under the spotlight, every move would be scrutinized by the public under a microscope. It was easier for newcomers like Renly. If it were someone like Tom Cruise or Brad Pitt, they might even need to explain if they had a sore throat—it was not due to overindulgence, but just a cold. If every trivial matter required public explanation, life would become endless.

Moreover, many times, even if you explained, the public wouldn't buy it. People tended to believe what they wanted to believe.

The entertainment industry, the limelight, dealing with the media... These were all new to Renly. He didn't have any experiences to draw upon. However, two lifetimes had taught him one thing: if he allowed himself to be swayed constantly by others' opinions, he would inevitably lose himself. So, Renly wouldn't explain and didn't want to explain.

To put it another way, as Renly had said, "What if they did?"

Gavin was left speechless. There were countless celebrity offspring in the entertainment industry. Due to their parents' connections, many of them were born into the spotlight and entering the entertainment industry after growing up seemed like the natural course of events. So, what if a celebrity offspring's family background was exposed? What would happen?

This was the entertainment industry, not a family business with connections or a government agency's parachute. On the contrary, many celebrity offspring could easily attract attention. That was a good thing. Just like Bryce Dallas, who concealed the fact that her father was Ron Howard, relying on her own talent to forge her path. This approach could gain audience support and industry acclaim.

If Renly truly had a celebrity offspring background and had successfully created some buzz, then it wasn't really all that surprising. After all, this was Hollywood, a place where anything goes for the sake of publicity and exposure. At least, Gavin couldn't deny that between "The Pacific" and "Buried", Renly had indeed delivered performances that left people astounded.

So, faced with Renly's counterquestion, Gavin found himself somewhat retreating. This was a drawback of gossip magazines like Us Weekly. While internet buzz was undoubtedly important, they often invested all their energy into these trivial hot topics. If they managed to unearth a major scoop, everyone would be elated. Otherwise, it would be just trivial, inconsequential rubbish news.

"Well, maybe we can interview your parents then," Gavin masked his awkwardness and half-jokingly said, but he also knew the joke wasn't funny, so he quickly changed the subject. "So, what's going on between you and Natalie Portman? Rumors about you two are the current hot topic."

Renly's eyebrow lifted slightly. "If I'm not mistaken, wasn't the origin of these rumors you? I thought you would be clearer about the situation's ins and outs than I am." Renly's expression was full of enthusiasm. "Otherwise, why don't you explain it to me?."

The interview's dynamics shifted in an instant. Gavin was indeed taken off guard, but having been in the industry for two years, he quickly composed himself and retorted, "I witnessed you meeting Natalie at the cinema entrance; that's where it started, isn't it?"

Renly's lips curled slightly, a smile playing at the corners of his mouth. "People often say that you should believe what your own eyes see. But what about magic? Do you believe in magic?"

Renly's answer carried a profound meaning. Gavin thought back carefully and then considered the awkward atmosphere at the premiere of "Buried". Suddenly, a strange thought occurred to him. He blurted out, "You said you met Natalie at the Toronto Film Festival, this year's festival?"

"Two days ago, at the premiere, was the second time I saw Ms. Portman," Renly offered a gentlemanly response. Gavin suddenly understood, but upon further contemplation, his heart started to race.

In reality, what Gavin didn't know was that within the past thirty-six hours, including Us Weekly itself, several media outlets had already caught wind of clues and were relentlessly pursuing leads on Natalie and the "Black Swan" cast. However, Gavin had been busy preparing for today's interview. He had even attended the premiere of "127 Hours" yesterday, thus missing out on the excitement.

Feeling that the information might be overwhelming, Gavin blinked his eyes and temporarily set aside this thought. He changed the subject and made a small joke before continuing, "It's a journalist's instinct, you know." Gavin shrugged, using this way to cover up the fact that he was the source of the rumors. "So, let's talk about acting. In "Buried", you delivered a stunning performance. Could you share how you approach your roles and immerse yourself in your performances?"

Gavin had a hunch that Renly would certainly not refuse professional questions; in fact, he might even welcome them.

Sure enough, Renly spoke with ease about some interesting anecdotes from the movie's filming process. Just then, Andy Rogers suddenly approached, interrupting the interview. He whispered in Renly's ear, "Don't mention the experience of being enclosed in a coffin for now."

With the current situation, they still couldn't accurately predict the award season prospects for "Buried". It was at least a good start, so they needed to lay the groundwork in advance. If they waited until December, the Academy's public relations would already be in full swing, and it would be too late. Independent film crews like "Buried" typically didn't have strategies in place; they usually started after signing a distribution company. However, since Andy had become Renly's manager, he naturally needed to plan for Renly, just like how the "Black Swan" crew was meticulously planning for Natalie.

Renly subtly raised his chin to indicate his understanding and smiled at Gavin's puzzled gaze. "He's advising me not to talk about the trivial matters that could damage my image. For example, the scene where I had to call Paul's mother in the movie. I cried so much that I couldn't stop. Even when the director said "cut", I didn't stop. Instead, my tears flowed even more forcefully. Everyone was frightened by me. I cried like a baby."

Gavin burst into laughter at the jesting words. He looked up at Andy, who was standing beside them with a beaming smile. Gavin felt even more cheerful. "Clearly, it wasn't an easy filming experience. By the way, did you watch the premiere of "127 Hours" the night before yesterday?"

"Yes, I watched it right away," Renly said in a relaxed tone. Then he noticed Gavin's puzzled look. There wasn't any sign of Renly at the premiere of "127 Hours", so he had to clarify, "I got tickets for the industry screening yesterday and successfully checked it off."

For a hit movie like "127 Hours", it would be extremely difficult for Renly to grab any extra public screening tickets, just like he had done for several other movies a few days ago. However, Andy had other considerations. He also hoped that Renly could have more exposure, so he had obtained industry screening tickets for him.

"Oh, it seems like I missed out on quite a bit of excitement yesterday. But I'm sure you've heard that the movie received widespread acclaim from the media. Many believe that James Franco delivered the best performance of his career. Since both movies tell survival stories in extreme circumstances, people are comparing you and him. How do you feel about that?"

Gavin's question itself lacked much originality. It was obvious that he was trying to create a pit for Renly to fall into, attempting to spark a conversation between Renly and James. However, his intentions were quite transparent, and with a few polite words, he could easily brush it off.

"I think James did an outstanding job," Renly nodded affirmatively and continued to talk, "However, it's clear that the director is the real hero of this film. Danny Boyle's direction, camera work, and control were truly exceptional. He had a firm grasp on the audience's emotions throughout, making the viewing experience truly enjoyable."

Gavin was momentarily stunned, then he erupted into joy. The meaning behind Renly's words was: Is James Franco's performance not worth mentioning? Or perhaps, is it not worth comparing to him? Going a step further, did Renly believe that his contribution to "Buried" was greater than that of the director's? Such arrogant, conceited, and direct words were truly stimulating!

Gavin's pupils suddenly dilated. In that instant, his mind conjured an image of Marlon Brando.

Back in the day, the unruly genius actor, Marlon Brando, openly stated, "James Dean is nothing more than a fame-seeking copycat." This statement caused a media uproar. However, James Dean always concealed his admiration for Marlon Brando. Brando repeatedly declined to meet Dean until he realized Dean's talent and potential after the latter's untimely death due to a car accident. The missed opportunity for the two of them to meet was deeply regrettable.

Actors from the golden age never minded revealing their sharpness, cruelty, and greed, and they didn't care about public criticism. However, after entering the 1990s, agents and public relations quickly rose to prominence. Every actor was savvy and would never easily indulge in public declarations. Even bad boys like Sean Penn or the arrogant James Cameron seldom openly criticized their peers.

Almost instinctively, Gavin looked towards Andy, who stood beside them. If Andy were to intervene and stop this conversation, he would likely not be able to report it. But unexpectedly, Andy stood there quietly, seemingly motionless. What... was going on?

In fact, Andy was a bit helpless. Upon hearing Renly's words, he immediately realized that trouble might arise from his words. However, after a moment of contemplation, he also understood. Renly wasn't the type to casually target others or dismiss their abilities. But when it came to discussing professional matters, his confidence and determination exuded an unstoppable force.

Whether it was earlier when Gavin brought up acting or now when he mentioned James Franco, Renly's eyes sparkled with excitement. He was confident and assertive when discussing professional information. Ultimately, this was Renly's bottom line, his persistence, and his shining quality.

Wasn't it exactly these traits that had attracted Andy to seek Renly out persistently? If he were to suppress these qualities, it would be better not to have signed Renly in the first place. So, even though he was tempted to step in and stop Renly, Andy clenched his teeth and remained in his place.


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Chapitre 178: Handle with ease

The air was filled with an indescribable tension. Gavin had finally dug up a major news story, yet he found himself becoming nervous, his palms starting to sweat again.

Objectively speaking, Renly hadn't directly expressed his opinion about James, let alone criticized him. He had merely mentioned Danny Boyle's contribution. Compared to James, Danny was an Oscar-winning director with a reputation, and "127 Hours" was no exception. So, Renly's words weren't problematic.

But the art of conversation was clearly not that simple.

Renly seemed oblivious to the undercurrents of tension between Gavin and Andy and continued, "Of course, a movie is a collective effort, from the director to the actors, the script, the lighting, music, post-production, and more. Everyone works together to create a film. Under the joint efforts of James, Danny, and others, "127 Hours" is indeed a commendable work. Overall, it's better than "Buried"."

Gavin felt that there were too many explosive points. He was having trouble processing it all. In Renly's brief statement, it seemed like he had simultaneously implicated Rodrigo and James. Even more bewilderingly, "Buried" was caught up in the mix as well. The harvest was overwhelming, leaving Gavin flustered. "So, are you saying that you prefer "127 Hours" over "Buried"? Is there a conflict between you and the director?"

"Haha," Renly found this statement amusing, "No, I still prefer "Buried". I just believe that, objectively speaking, "127 Hours" is a more complete and mature work. While shooting "Buried", Rodrigo and I were constantly learning and experimenting. The framework of our script was narrower, and the room for interpretation was more limited. So, I had more room for expression. For me, that's certainly a good thing. The process of filming "Buried" is unforgettable. However, for the work as a whole, it is indeed a minor regret."

"... " This was Gavin's only response. Andy, who stood beside him, felt a slight sense of relief. True to form, Renly maintained his usual objectivity and seriousness when discussing professional matters. He neither exaggerated nor belittled excessively, just stated the facts. Luckily, he hadn't been interrupted midway; otherwise, Renly's recent statements would have sounded strange.

Nevertheless, Renly's straightforward way of speaking might offend quite a few people in Hollywood. For example, James Franco. Even though everyone knew Renly was speaking the truth, the person in question might still feel uncomfortable. Besides, who really wanted to hear the truth?

With so many explosive points, Gavin wasn't sure where to begin. In the end, he chose the most direct and effective approach, "So, in your opinion, between you and James, who has a better chance of getting an Oscar nomination?"

Amusement gleamed in Renly's eyes, and his lips curved upward involuntarily. "If it were you, who would you vote for?" Renly countered, not waiting for Gavin's response before continuing, "It's only September now. I don't think the Oscars are a topic we need to discuss. The Toronto Film Festival's organizers probably wouldn't appreciate our current topic."

Gavin burst into laughter. "No, quite the opposite. I believe they'd be pleased to see such topics being brought up." He cast a sidelong glance at his wristwatch. Time was passing quickly. Due to his slight delay and disrupted plans, he hadn't been able to cover many hot topics yet, such as Renly's two recent singles or interesting incidents during the filming of "The Pacific". But this was his first exclusive interview; he couldn't be too greedy.

"One final question," Gavin hurriedly said, "Do you currently have any plans for your next project? After "The Pacific" and "Buried", your two previous works have been quite unique. This has sparked more interest in your future plans. There have been rumors that superhero movies have begun approaching you. Is that true?"

Renly pursed his lips, a meaningful smile playing on his face, leading Gavin to believe he had guessed correctly. However, to his surprise, Renly gave an unexpected response, "Is this how news is spread now? Through third parties informing the parties involved that something has happened?" Gavin was momentarily taken aback, and Renly continued, "If you have the accurate information, feel free to come and tell me right away."

Gavin was amused by Renly's relaxed and teasing tone. Before he could respond, the room's door was knocked on once again. Andy went to answer it, leaving Gavin to quickly gather his belongings. The open briefcase seemed unchanged from half an hour ago, making time's passage imperceptible.

Stuffing his belongings into the briefcase, Gavin lifted his head to see Renly standing up. Renly extended his right hand, and Gavin promptly shook it, saying, "It was a delightful interview today. Thank you."

"The pleasure is mine." Renly seemed to revert to the polite and gentlemanly impression, playfully adding, "I hope we'll have another chance for an interview in the future."

If Renly was like a shooting star, then naturally there wouldn't be another opportunity for an interview. Renly's words were clearly a playful jest, and Gavin responded with a wide smile. "By the way, you—this is my choice." The question of who should be nominated for the Oscar, James or Renly, this was his answer. With that, Gavin started to walk, turning to leave. Coming into view was Bradley Adams, a reporter from The New York Times.

Bradley greeted Gavin with a big smile, his eyes gleaming with a sense of camaraderie. Gavin didn't quite understand, but he politely nodded and left the hotel room.

To Bradley's surprise, it turned out that someone else shared his optimism about Renly's prospects. He had scheduled an interview with Renly before the premiere of "Buried", but he had been slightly slower than Gavin. With the backing of Us Weekly, the name "Renly Hall" would soon become known throughout the United States. Regardless of whether people cared about him, at least there would be a significant breakthrough in name recognition. It seemed that competition would become even more intense in the future.

Returning to his thoughts, Bradley quickened his pace and approached Renly, extending his hand for a handshake and introducing himself. Unexpectedly, Renly smiled and said, "I know you. We met on the Emmy Awards red carpet. It was our second encounter, right?"

Now it was Bradley's turn to be surprised, momentarily struggling to process this. There were indeed too many Hollywood reporters, numbering in the tens of thousands, with top-tier journalists being rare. So, generally, for an actor to remember a reporter's face was incredibly difficult. But Renly remained quite composed. If Bradley were to spend some time mingling in the upper echelons of British aristocracy, he would realize that this wasn't anything special at all. A surname often represented a family of hundreds, sometimes even the hereditary staff, servants, priests, and more had to remember names and faces.

"I actually don't know which media you're a reporter for." Renly's words brought Bradley back to his senses. Confidently and calmly, Bradley replied, "The New York Times."

Gavin shut the hotel room door with a casual movement, then saw everyone's eyes turn their attention to him, the jumbled gazes almost devouring him alive.

Every journalist knew that in the special setting of a film festival, whether it was a regular interview or an exclusive one, being ahead in line was advantageous. The reason was simple: an actor or a film crew might have to face dozens of media outlets bombarding them all day long, and the questions from various outlets were more or less the same. Even if the questions were different, the answers might be quite similar. Even a joke, if repeated thirty times in a single day, could become unfunny.

Interviewing actors when their spirits were high and emotions were positive often yielded unexpected rewards. However, as the session progressed, especially towards the end, actors might become dismissive and their responses increasingly terse and simple.

Now, the golden opportunity of the day had fallen into Gavin's hands. Who knew how much valuable material was hidden within his recording device?

Cornell McGregor jogged over, reaching out and gripping Gavin's shoulder. "Bro, you managed to pull off this big thing behind the scenes without even giving a hint? My God! You truly outdid yourself!"

Gavin had initially wanted to refute, as it was Cornell who had abandoned this lead when they had initially spotted Renly. However, in a moment of realization, Gavin suddenly saw an opportunity. Without resisting Cornell's tug, he left the hallway, walking into the safety of the staircase where the sharp and heated glances couldn't reach them.

"Hey, how was it? Did you get anything today? Share some with me quickly. I'm not asking for exclusives, just some juicy tidbits." Cornell whispered, his voice low. "Our chief editor is getting impatient. He's saying James Franco's side was easy to get, but Renly's side is lagging behind. We can't fall behind."

After all, many media outlets would complete their interviews today, and exclusives were probably out of the question. The general news would do just fine. Moreover, Gavin was the first to interview, so there was bound to be more juicy material.

Gavin didn't flatly refuse. He and Cornell were college classmates, having known each other for years. After graduation, one went to Us Weekly, and the other went to Entertainment Weekly. They had competed and collaborated, their relationship far from ordinary. So, he didn't beat around the bush. "Weren't you following Natalie's line? Tell me, what did you discover?"

Cornell was taken aback. Gavin was actually willing to exchange Natalie's news for Renly's news? This wasn't a fair exchange! But Gavin wouldn't make a losing deal. So, it meant that Natalie's news hid some angle he wasn't aware of. In a moment of rapid thought, Cornell made his judgment. "There hasn't been much news these past two days. Natalie has been with the crew all the time. And their PR team invited all the extras and stand-ins to a party. Besides that, Natalie has stayed home the whole time."

Gavin pondered for a moment, recalling Renly's words from earlier. A bold idea suddenly sprang to mind. "Was Benjamin present when Natalie was with the crew?"

"Naturally, of course he was. Benjamin is the chief choreographer." Cornell said matter-of-factly. Then he noticed Gavin's meaningful expression, hesitated for a moment, and said incredulously, "No... that can't be, right?"

"Why not?" Gavin's counterargument left Cornell speechless. "The question now is, why is Natalie willing to spread rumors with Renly, yet she's unwilling to come out in the open?"


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