章 31: Chapter 31 - Gold Medal Producer
Because the semester was approaching, Lin Ming Yang and Megan Fox said goodbye to Hollywood before the end of the film's first round of premieres and returned to Florida. Here there were no endless reporters to deal with every day, and no need to attend this and that promotional event, life seemed to have regained its original calmness, but Lin Ming Yang realized that his life had long since been turned upside down because of Follies.
Neighbors in the community who were not familiar with each other have suddenly become enthusiastic, and strangers often pop up to greet Lin Mingyang when he walks on the road. Ever since a child in the community successfully asked for an autograph from Lin Mingyang, teenagers in the community would wait in groups in front of Lin Mingyang's house every day just to get Lin Mingyang to leave a nice Chinese signature on their T-shirts or notebooks.
The residents of the neighborhood were kind to the young star, and they did not disturb Lin's family's normal life because of their passion for the star. Because of the popularity of "Song and Dance Youth", the popularity of Moss Middle School had instantly risen several steps. The school held a special welcome ceremony for Lin Ming Yang and Megan Fox at the beginning of the school year, which was also unique in the history of Moss Middle School.
Lin Mingyang used to be the little known campus star of Moss Middle School, and despite all these halos of top students and basketball geniuses being placed on his head and making him different in this school, he was still a normal student after all. But now, Lin Mingyang had become a popular idol in the eyes of teenagers all over America. Everyone at Moss Middle School no longer thought of him as a student, and there were still many people who would take the initiative to greet him when he walked on campus, but the way they looked at Lin Ming Yang was no longer the same.
Aside from his closer friends, only a few lecturers in the school were still able to maintain a relatively calm state of mind towards Lin Mingyang as a special student, and Lin Mingyang truly felt that there was already a clear disconnect between this once-familiar group and his own life. The ensuing disappointment somewhat diluted Lin Ming Yang's joy after becoming famous.
Coach Jefferson privately approached Lin Mingyang once, mainly asking whether Lin Mingyang was still willing to stay with the Firefoxes this season. In the past, he would not use the tone of discussion to talk to Lin Ming Yang about this matter, he would use all means to force Lin Ming Yang to give in. But now that Lin Mingyang had suddenly spread his wings and broken through the small space that was Moss Middle School, Jefferson realized that he was no longer able to sway him. As long as Lin Ming Yang refused, even the principal of Moss Middle School wouldn't be able to force him, let alone a tiny team coach like Jefferson.
Lin Mingyang finally decided to stay after consideration, after all, he had a lot of good memories on the basketball court, he led the Firefoxes to hold the first league championship trophy in the history of Moss High School, there are still two years left in high school, play this season and then quit, but also be considered as an explanation to so many enthusiastic fans in the school.
In the promise of Jefferson at the same time Lin Mingyang also proposed that the tactics of the Firefox team in this season can not be completely centered on him, because for many reasons, he can not participate in all the matches in full. Lin Mingyang is ready to give up the organization of the guard, specializing in scoring. The Firefoxes must find a suitable replacement for Lin Mingyang in the new season to ensure that the team can function normally in the absence of Lin Mingyang.
In fact, after the end of last season, Jefferson began to consider this problem. The last finals Firefox although achieved victory, but at the same time also exposed the team is too dependent on the shortcomings of star players. If Lin Mingyang hadn't recovered his stamina at halftime and played well in the last quarter, leading the team to turn the score around, the best outcome would have been hard to predict.
Someone had to be able to take Lin Mingyang's place, a conclusion Jefferson came to early on. It just so happened that the Firefoxes had recruited a group of players from the freshmen, and Jefferson thought that several of them were very good seedlings that could be developed in this direction. At first he was only prepared to develop players who could replace Lin Mingyang in case of his lack of stamina, and now since Lin Mingyang had taken the initiative to give up his starting point guard, he could boldly work out newcomers. Although the Fire Foxes would probably never meet another player as good as Lin Mingyang, Jefferson knew that Lin Mingyang would leave sooner or later. He was able to offer to remain with the Fire Foxes, and I'm afraid he did so in order to give the Fire Foxes enough time to make adjustments.
Aside from the occasional reporter barging onto campus, Lin Ming Yang's high school life was fairly peaceful. In comparison Megan's life was much busier than his, the success of Song and Dance Youth had brought Megan to rapid fame. And this time, Lin Mingyang's success had also allowed her to fully feel the power of thick and thin, the young boyfriend who had debuted later than herself but whose fame had already vaguely surpassed her own had given her a sense of urgency.
In addition to her normal daily school routine, Megan was simultaneously receiving training in voice and dance, and also flew to Hollywood from time to time to receive professional actor training. Compared to Megan's hard work, Lin Mingyang is much more low-key. The first part of the Twilight Zone, Twilight, was successfully completed, Eckles is very attached to this matter, he has already given the first draft to a reputable publishing company, but at the moment there is no definite reply from the other side yet.
The sales of the soundtrack album for "Follies" were booming, which made Disney executives think about releasing an album for Lin Mingyang, but considering that he also had to write the screenplay for the sequel to "Follies" as well as the main music, the proposal was put on hold for the time being. Kenny Ortega was officially appointed as the general director of the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, and he sent Lin Ming Yang a few tickets for the opening ceremony, but Lin Ming Yang wasn't sure if he'd have the time to be there to watch it live when the time came.
With this turn of events, the filming of the sequel to Song and Dance Youth could only be postponed until next year. It was at this time that news finally came from the side of Ecks, but not about Twilight's publishing progress, but someone who wanted to meet Lin Ming Yang.
On the phone Eckles didn't reveal too many details, in short this time he was going to take Lin Ming Yang to meet a very important person. For the arrangement of Eckers, Lin Mingyang did not ask too many questions, but Eckers lipstick that mysterious important person, caused him not small interest.
The second time to Los Angeles, came to pick up the plane is still Eckles, on the way Lin Mingyang finally could not help but ask about the important figure of things.
"Actually, when you came to Los Angeles last time, I was already planning this matter, but at that time you didn't have the fame you have now!" Ecks had played a not insignificant role in this matter, so a few hints of hidden smugness could be heard from the tone of his voice when he spoke, "Now the situation has changed a lot, and the key is that the company's board of directors is very interested in you. Disney is preparing a blockbuster movie with an investment of hundreds of millions of dollars, and I've gotten you an audition for a major role in it!"
"An animated movie?" Lin Ming Yang froze, as far as he remembered Disney's works that could be called blockbusters were almost always animated works that spanned generations, Ecks wouldn't be asking himself to be a voice actor, would he?
"Of course not!" Ecks was not surprised that Lin Ming Yang had such a misunderstanding, "The competition between the major Hollywood studios has become increasingly fierce over the past few years, and several other companies have begun to get involved in the animation industry, of course Disney is sitting on the sidelines, other people can come to seize the market for animated films, why can't we go out and compete for other people's original market? "
This problem Lin Mingyang hadn't seriously thought about it before, from Ecks mouth he heard more inside information. "The Disney Company has made a great determination this time, and is preparing to heavily invest in creating a magical saga movie. Compared to Song and Dance, I think the role this time will be more challenging for you!"
From Ecks revealing this information, Lin Ming Yang suddenly thought of a Disney movie, counting the time, that movie would be released next year, and it should be in the early stages of preparation at this time.
"The idea for that movie actually originated from the Disney theme park of the same name. In fact, all Disneyland in the United States will have such an attraction, where visitors can take a ride on a motorized boat that floats on water and go indoors to see different sets." After briefly describing the idea for the initial shoot of that movie, Ecks cuts the conversation into the formal.
"In response to the idea of filming this attraction, in fact, a long time ago people proposed, when the Disney film company really ready to shoot this movie, the company's senior management has always believed that Jerry Bruckheimer is the best person to take on the heavy responsibility, and Bruckheimer happens to want to shoot a pirate film, the two sides of the idea coincide, and then there is This cooperation!"
"Jerry Brookheimer?" Lin Ming Yang's eyes widened, that one was a famous gold medal producer in Hollywood.
"That's why I say you didn't lose out on this trip, being able to wait for Brooksheimer's approval, you'll have more opportunities in the future!" Ecks knew the power of his peer, which is why he paid more and more attention to this movie. "Bruckheimer got Ted Elliott and Terry Rossio, the writers of Shrek the Monster. They actually wanted to work on a pirate movie script back after completing 1992's Aladdin, but no studios were interested in the idea at the time, and the duo's conception thus gestated for a full 10 years."
Lin Mingyang nodded his head, compared to the fact that "Song and Dance Youth" could be put into production so quickly, it was mostly luck that was involved.
"I did a lot of hard work to get this audition for you. What I want to tell you is that your competitor this time around is also very strong, and even to the point of starring in a movie in this area, he has more experience than you do!" Seeing the excitement on Lin Ming Yang's face, Ecks said without worry.
"Who is it?" Lin Ming Yang was now almost certain that the movie Ecks was talking about was Pirates of the Caribbean, and he also knew that there was absolutely no way he could replace Johnny Depp's classic Captain Jack image. He didn't think from the start that Ecks would be able to get himself a starring role, so apart from Captain Jack, the role he needed to audition for this time had actually been called out.
"Englishman Orlando Bloom, a.k.a. the man who played Legolas the Elf Archer in The Lord of the Rings!" Ecks handed a piece of information about Orlando Bloom to Lin Ming Yang, "The Lord of the Rings doesn't need more introduction from me, the key is that Orlando Bloom has just worked together with Bruckheimer in the war documentary film Black Hawk Down, which is based on a movie that took place in Mogadishu The movie is based on a tragic real-life battle that took place in Mogadishu, and Orlando Bloom plays a small but pivotal role in the movie. With Orlando Bloom's outstanding performances in two sensational blockbusters in a row, the British press predicted that he would become a household name around the world. And I hear he's on good personal terms with Bruckheimer, which is bad news for you!"
Lin Ming Yang was carefully looking over that information and didn't answer. Ecks also seemed to feel that overstating the power of his opponent would be a considerable blow to Lin Ming Yang's confidence, so he changed his tone, "You know that the Brits always like to brag when they speak, and the British media is similarly guilty of similar problems. And you're not completely without an advantage, you now have a high popularity among the teenage crowd, that's a movie consumer group with a lot of potential. Bruckheimer is of course well aware of this, so you're getting a fair chance before him!"
Closing the information in his hand gently, Lin Ming Yang next said something very demoralizing, "If I were Bruckheimer, nine times out of ten, I would choose Orlando Bloom!"
"You don't think you're suitable for that role?" Lin Ming Yang's attitude made Ecks a little anxious, "It's the number two male lead of the movie, you have to know the weight of this movie!"
"The key is Brooksheimer's positioning for this role, Orlando Bloom zhan has no small advantage!" Before considering all the benefits, Lin Ming Yang first had to have a clear understanding of his current situation. Although the number two male role in Pirates of the Caribbean was not a small temptation for him, he did not lose his head over it.
Seeing the gauze still wrapped around Lin Ming Yang's fist, Ecks suddenly had a bright idea, "You've been practicing boxing so hard, don't you want to be in a position to let more people recognize this kind of kung fu?"
"But I'm neither a screenwriter nor a director, do you think Brooksheimer would let the screenwriter revise the script because of me?" Lin Mingyang shook his head.
"I can't say about others, but Brooksheimer will definitely, provided you have enough talent for him to appreciate!" Ecks looked at Lin Ming Yang with a firm gaze, "Didn't you once say that even if the hope of success is slim, you have to give yourself a chance to fail? Are you ready to back down just because of a little difficulty? The Felix I know isn't like this!"
"I'll do my best!" Lin Ming Yang nodded his head, even though he didn't hold much hope for what Ecks had said, but since he was already here, he should always give it a try.
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