Chapter 192 Master of Play Madonna
Tom Cruise has been shortlisted for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Musical/Comedy for "Sweetheart". Now he still has some desire for awards.
After it became clear that Oscar didn't like him at all, Tom Cruise gave up the choice of winning awards and fully transformed into a commercial film and a stunt actor.
So you can see that in the 1990s, Tom Cruise would also appear in some feature films, which often did well at the box office.
But after entering the new millennium, Tom Cruise gradually stopped appearing in feature films.
Of course, it may also be due to the divorce from Nicole Kidman, the cult scandal, and the offending of Sam Redstone, the boss of Paramount’s parent company Vicomya Group.
If "Mission: Impossible 4" hadn't turned around in one fell swoop, Tom Cruise might have sunk.
But now Tom Cruise is at the peak of his acting career, and "Mr. Sweetheart" can be considered one of his masterpieces.
"Sweetheart" was released on December 13 last year, with a box office of US$23.2 million in its first week.
As of the Golden Globe Awards ceremony, the North American box office of "Sweetheart" has reached 89.363 million U.S. dollars. It is not a problem to exceed 100 million in North America.
If a feature film can become a box office hit, only two Toms in Hollywood can do it reliably.
However, this year the two Toms are still competitors at the Oscars, and both were nominated for the Oscar for Best Actor.
But compared to Tom Cruise, Tom Hanks already has two Best Actor trophies in hand, and his desire to win is not so strong.
And Tom Cruise still needs awards to prove himself. He can't get into Hollywood just by relying on his handsome face.
Nicole Kidman also accompanied Tom Cruise to the award ceremony today. She watched her husband chat with little Gilbert and chimed in a few words from time to time.
But when he looked at the crew of "Mrs. Peron", his face didn't look good.
Little Gilbert noticed this and asked Nicole Kidman, "Mary, what's going on?"
Tom Cruise knew better. He explained: "Madonna took the opportunity that belonged to Mary."
Little Gilbert was stunned and then asked: "The protagonist of "Mrs. Peron"?"
"Yes," Nicole Kidman nodded, then cursed in a low voice that only three people could hear: "Madonna is a bitch, bitch."
Little Gilbert frowned, this Australian actress didn't have a very good temper.
But it’s not surprising, after all, a professional actor was snatched away from the role by a singer, which somewhat made Nicole Kidman feel a little embarrassed.
There was no other way, so little Gilbert had to say: "Madonna has a great chance of winning the Golden Globe tonight, but she can't win the Oscar.
The box office performance of "Mrs. Peron" was not very good either, and it is still being outshone by "Mr. Sweetheart". Tom Revenges You. "
Having said that, Nicole Kidman still looks ugly.
Tom Cruise said: "I heard that Madonna was trying hard to sleep with the judges, but she didn't even get an Oscar nomination. She only got an Oscar nomination for Best Film Song."
"This is quite in line with her identity as a singer." Little Gilbert said.
In fact, to be honest, the reason why Madonna Ciccone stole the role of Nicole Kidman is not necessarily because the Australian actress is not as good as Madonna.
Because "Mrs. Peron" is a musical, Madonna, who happened to be a singer, had a great advantage. She sang the theme song for the film, which made the producer take a liking to her.
At this time, Madonna was already the first of the four pop queens in North America, and her popularity was much higher than that of Nicole Kidman, who was not popular with North American audiences.
Seemingly noticing this, Madonna saw little Gilbert and walked over directly.
"Hi Nicole, hi Tom."
Madonna just said hello politely, then looked at little Gilbert with eager eyes, and glanced around him, as if she wanted to see through him.
"Little Director Gilbert, that's what everyone calls you," Madonna said with manicures on her fingernails and bright red lipstick on her lips, making her look quite coquettish.
She shook hands with little Gilbert gently, and tickled little Gilbert's palm twice with her fingers.
Generally, this action has a very provocative meaning.
Although he was a little dizzy from the strong smell of Madonna's perfume, little Gilbert still maintained good qualities and etiquette.
"Hello, Ms. Ciccone."
Madonna completely ignored Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman and chatted with little Gilbert: "I really like You's movie, it's so cool.
If you have time, we can have a meal together! "
As she said this, Madonna did not forget to flash her electric eyes, and the hint was obvious.
Although little Gilbert didn't say that Wanhua had been through it, at least he had experienced it, and of course he understood the hint immediately.
He quickly shied away: "Let's talk about it when we have a chance!"
After saying that, before Madonna could react, Little Gilbert quickly said to Cruise and his wife, "Sorry, the awards ceremony is about to start. I should go back to my seat."
After little Gilbert walked away, Madonna glanced at the Cruz couple, not even interested in talking, and turned back to her seat.
The only person she was interested in was little Gilbert, but it seemed that little Gilbert was not interested in her.
This made Madonna feel very strange. How many people wanted to be her servants, but little Gilbert was not happy.
Just wait for me, kid. Sooner or later you will be my plaything on my bed. I will conquer you completely, Madonna thought.
And over there, little Gilbert, who was no different from running away, was in shock.
Seeing his appearance, DiCaprio quickly asked: "Little Gilbert, what's wrong with you?" Little Gilbert finally calmed down and then replied: "I just met Madonna, it's so dangerous."
DiCaprio opened his mouth wide and wanted to laugh. Finally, he suppressed a smile and patted Little Gilbert on the back and said: "Man, you are so miserable, Madonna has targeted you.
I heard that she is very capable in that area and can have the upper hand with several people at the same time. You are in danger.
But you are not bad now, after all, you are big, long-lasting. "
Little Gilbert rolled his eyes and complained helplessly: "Leo, do you still have time to joke?"
DiCaprio regained his serious expression and suggested: "I think you'd better not have anything to do with her. I heard that she was involved with a player named Rodman.
Oh my God, I can't even imagine that scene.
Is she forty this year? You are too young, little Gilbert, to fall into a trap. "
Needless to say? If Madonna's reputation hadn't been so great, little Gilbert wouldn't have fled back directly.
Madonna has a unique charm. It is said that her lovers are all over Hollywood and the North American pop music scene, and even famous stars in the entire North American professional sports circle are related to her.
It is rumored that Jordan came back last year and led the Bulls to the best record in history of 72 wins and 10 losses, and won the championship.
In order to reward the Bulls, Madonna, led by Rodman, broke into the Bulls locker room and performed a hot performance.
Having just finished the competition and won the championship, the athletes' physical fitness is generally relatively strong. I don't know how Madonna survived this siege.
Of course, the above are just rumors, widely circulated in the NBA and pop music circles, and it is not clear whether they are true or false.
However, it can also be proved from the side that Madonna's private life is indeed chaotic. Usually celebrities have to pretend to look sanctimonious, but she is not even willing to pretend.
Although little Gilbert is more familiar with European and American pop stars such as Taylor Swift and Avril Lavigne, he has also heard of Madonna, but of course he stays away from her.
It's a pity that film creation and music are completely different fields. Little Gilbert's tone-deaf look is not suitable, otherwise he would just release a record or something.
Just when I was thinking about how to deal with Madonna, this year's Golden Globe Awards ceremony officially began.
Unlike the Oscars, which are hosted by the Academy and have more than 6,000 judges, the Golden Globe Awards are sponsored by the Foreign Correspondents Association, and the main judges are a jury of 96 journalists, film critics, and related practitioners.
Therefore, the public relations work for the Golden Globe Awards is much easier to do. It is not easy to bribe more than 6,000 people, but it is still possible to bribe 96 people.
The first thing to be awarded was the Lifetime Achievement Award. Dustin Hoffman, who had collaborated with Tom Cruise in "Rain Man", accepted the congratulations from the audience and received the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Then came the presentation of awards for TV series. Little Gilbert had never heard of any of these TV series. However, "The Monk" starring Ian McKellen won the best TV movie award.
After the TV awards were handed out, it was the turn of the film awards.
"The English Patient" is also competing for this year's Golden Globe Awards. Little Gilbert also noticed Harvey Weinstein greeting him in the distance.
Little Gilbert just nodded in response and was not interested in talking to him anymore.
In the first Best Original Score award, "Saving Private Ryan" defeated "The English Patient" and won this award.
John Williams stood up to accept his award and congratulations.
Although it is not an Oscar, it is still a relatively important honor after all.
In the subsequent Best Screenplay Award, "The English Patient" found its place and won this award.
I originally thought it was a battle between "Saving Private Ryan" and "The English Patient", but I didn't expect two Cheng Yaojin to appear halfway through.
Edward Norton won the Best Supporting Actor award for "Larry Frant", while Geoffrey Rush won the Best Actor in a Drama Series for "Shining Grace."
As soon as this result came out, not to mention Geoffrey Rush himself, even Harvey and Little Gilbert were surprised at the same time.
Although the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Drama Series is not as important as the Oscar for Best Actor, it is still a Best Actor trophy after all.
Both "The English Patient" and "Saving Private Ryan" have done a lot of public relations work. This award is not for Tom Hanks, but for "The English Patient" actor Ralph Fiennes.
Unexpectedly, Geoffrey Rush stole the chicken halfway and won this award.
As the person involved, Tom Hanks understood it clearly. When Geoffrey Rush gave his acceptance speech, he said: "The judges are trying to balance it again. It is probably because our public relations are too fierce, so why not Don’t give it to anyone, just give it to an unrelated third party.”
Little Gilbert thought for a while and nodded. This was the only explanation that made sense.
Next, Tom Cruise won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Musical Comedy for "Sweetheart", which can also be regarded as the Best Actor trophy.
However, Tom Cruise still hopes to win an Oscar to prove himself.
Then, Madonna, who made Nicole Kidman look bad, won the best actress in a musical comedy for "Mrs. Peron".
Madonna has starred in several low-budget movies before. Although the box office of "Mrs. Peron" was not very good, it brought Madonna's career as an actress to a peak.
But when Madonna took the stage to deliver her acceptance speech, her words were shocking.
"I'm very happy that I won this award. This is a very important moment for me." Madonna gave a brief acceptance speech, and then changed the subject.
"I have a wish. I hope that on my thirty-ninth birthday, I can have a romantic date with Director Gilbert..."
After saying that, he fired his electric eyes towards where little Gilbert was sitting, and then blew a few kisses.
As soon as these words came out, the whole audience was shocked!
(End of chapter)