Chapter 423

"You don't have to be like this, Steven." Adriaan grabbed his shoulder. "It's just that you're too busy and want to make this movie well, so you haven't been able to think so comprehensively. Besides, I believe that even without me, someone else will remind you. "

"Anyway, thank you for reminding me. Thank you very much!" Spielberg grabbed his hand and shook it hard.

Spielberg was stunned. "Is there a problem?"

"Thank you for reminding me, Eide. If it weren't for your reminder, I would've made a big mistake!" Spielberg, who had straightened his body, bent down again. "I misunderstood you before. I apologize for my behavior."

"Because …" Adriaan tapped his fingers on the table, and there was a look of nostalgia in his eyes. "My grandmother was Jewish. Although she passed away a long time ago, I can still vaguely remember the feeling of being in her arms. When I decided to pull myself together, I read through the diaries of many elders in my family and found out that she had worked for the War Refugee Relief Association in the 1940s … "

Spielberg's surprise turned into surprise. He obviously did not expect Adriaan to go to such lengths for such a movie. Out of curiosity, he pulled out the first photo that was about 14 inches in size. Suddenly, his heart skipped a beat. It was a black-and-white photo of a half-length portrait. The person on it was wearing a suit, had good facial features, deep eyes, oily hair, and a faint smile that made him look very charming. It was at least 80% similar to the image of Schindler in Spielberg's mind!

As he spoke, he handed the sorted information to Adriaan. "This is some of the information I've collected about the actors, as well as the arrangements for the field shooting in Poland, and some other things. If there are no objections, we can officially start the casting and preparations. "

"As for the costumes and props, especially the costumes for more than 20,000 extras, I have an idea." Seeing that Spielberg did not speak, Adriaan, who had flipped through the information again, said, "I believe that the Poles still have a lot of clothes from the 1930s and 1940s. The crew can buy them from them, and they will be happy to sell them. In addition, I think we can invite some survivors or their descendants to act as extras. One, let them feel the despair at that time, and the other, make the movie more realistic. Of course, this is just my suggestion. "

"The actor who will be styled according to the description of Schindler's image is Liam Neeson. He is 40 years old this year, and he is Irish. He has participated in many stage, TV, and film performances. He has a rich acting experience." Adrian then began to explain, "I believe you should know the actor who was styled according to Steyn's image. He won the Best Actor Award for 'Gandhi' at the 55th Oscars, Ben Kingsley. Although his father is of Indian descent, his mother is of Jewish descent. In terms of temperament, he is very suitable for this role. As for the last one, SS officer Eamon Gause, that is the British actor Ralph Fiennes. Although he does not have many works, he has a lot of potential. I think he has a kind of evil character, which is very suitable for this role. In order to get him to take this photo, the person who contacted him was almost beaten up by him. It was not until they signed a harsh and unfair contract that the matter was settled. But now, it seems that it was worth it. "

Spielberg could not wait to pull out the third photo. Sure enough, he was not disappointed. The person in the photo was wearing an SS uniform. His eyes were cold, and his marble-like facial features seemed to have been carved with a knife. Because of the light, his eyelids looked a little low, but at the same time, he gave off a cold and evil feeling. Judging from the appearance, I am afraid that other than the person in the photo, no one could play the role of Eamon Gause.

After flipping through a few pages, Adriaan put it aside and then took out a portfolio from his briefcase. "I have been paying attention to the actors. I think these three are very suitable for the three main actors."

He looked at Adriaan, then at the photo in his hand, and then pulled out the second photo. After seeing the person in the photo, Spielberg took another deep breath. The person in the photo was sitting in front of a typewriter, wearing simple work clothes, with a six-pointed star representing the Jewish people pasted on his left chest. He wore a pair of round glasses and had a serious expression on his face. He recognized this actor. Although it was a black-and-white photo, this person was in the actor's profile that he had given to Adriaan. But he had never thought that this person was so suitable to play the role of the Jewish accountant Stein.

"I don't think this is very suitable." Adriaan shook his head and raised the photo in his hand. "This is not a good idea!"

"Yes, the male lead Schindler, the SS officer Eamon, and the Jewish accountant Stein." Adriaan nodded.

"Calm down, Steven, calm down!" Adriaan solemnly stretched out his hands and pressed them down. "I understand how you feel, and I agree with your view, but I still think it is not appropriate to go to Krakow and Auschwitz for on-site filming. Don't get excited, listen to me, okay? You can go to Poland. You can build a brand new set in a place far away from Krakow and Auschwitz. You can build a set that is exactly the same as your idea. You don't need to worry about the funds. If it is not enough, I can invest more. 10 million, 20 million is not a problem! But please don't go to Krakow and Auschwitz. Please don't disturb the souls of the deceased. Please let them rest in peace! "

"Hey, Steven, what are you doing?" Adriaan quickly stood up and moved aside.

"Yes, just like that. You have solved a big problem, Eide! You are indeed the best screenwriter in Hollywood. " Spielberg looked at the scribbled words that he had written in a hurry and said with a smile.

Spielberg looked at him, who was speaking with confidence and assurance, as if he had stopped thinking.

Clatter. The pen in his hand suddenly fell on the table. Spielberg stared blankly at Adriaan. Looking at the sincere and solemn face, he could not say anything. He waved his hand in a trance, as if he was still immersed in the shock. But the next second, he suddenly stood up and gave a 90-degree bow to Adriaan. His nose was almost touching the table.

Speaking of this, Adriaan paused. He then remembered something and continued, "Also, I hope you can arrange security as much as possible when you are filming in Poland. The Nazi occupation of Poland has made many Poles still think that the Germans at that time were good people. Coupled with some historical reasons, they may not attack the crew, but they will definitely not be friendly to the crew. You must do a good job of security to prevent conflicts."

"Yes, there are still some problems." Spielberg immediately reacted and returned to his previous expression. "I think it is necessary to discuss with you about the casting, setting, costumes, props, and so on."

"Why?" Spielberg suddenly became excited. "Why can't we go to the site to film? Do you know, Eide, how I felt when I went to Poland for a field trip more than half a month ago? I can't imagine how to set up such a scene in a studio, and I can't film what I want in a studio! "

The two looked at each other and smiled, then sat down again.

Rubbing his nose, a feeling of disbelief welled up in Spielberg's heart. He forced a smile and finally could not help but ask, "Eide, why … are you so enthusiastic about this movie?"

Spielberg suddenly felt confused. He did not understand why Adriaan was going through so much trouble for this movie. Back then, he was willing to invest in Schindler's Understanding because he wanted to direct and produce Jurassic Park. There was no need for him to be so enthusiastic about this movie, right? In fact, when he invited him over today, he had already made up his mind to have a simple talk to show his respect for the investor and then chase him away.

"Three main actors?" Spielberg took the portfolio in surprise.

Letting out a long breath, Spielberg pinched the bridge of his nose. He suddenly felt dizzy.

He did not expect that after Adriaan came, he first helped solve a key problem in the movie, and then he provided three unusually suitable actors. This was really … too strange.

"As for the other aspects, I will … Oh, right, there's also the soundtrack. I don't think John Williams will reject your invitation. In that case, I suggest using the violin as the main instrument. This way, we can invite Mr. Itzhak Perlman to perform, so that we can better express that period of history in many aspects." Adriaan thought of something again.

This … is what you should do? Spielberg did not understand why he could say something like this. Just as he was about to continue asking, Adriaan, who was flipping through the documents, suddenly frowned. "Steven, are you planning to film in Krakow and Auschwitz?"

"Because …" Adriaan smiled, and his tone was very calm. "This is what I should do."

These three black and white photos had completely won his approval. He did not think that there were more suitable actors than these three people.

Spielberg was stunned for a full five minutes. It was not until Adrian called his name tentatively that he came back to his senses. He hurriedly took a pen and paper and began to write, "Very good! Eide! Your suggestion is very good! Yes, it was a very symbolic bright red, the only color in the entire movie! You really are a genius! "

"To be honest, Eide, I don't know what to say now." Spielberg straightened his body and looked at Adriaan with a bitter smile. He made a few hand gestures but could not say anything.

"It's okay, this is what I should do." Adriaan smiled, looking very sincere.

Adriaan opened his mouth as if he wanted to say something, but seeing how excited Spielberg was, he did not say anything in the end.

"Even so, I still want to ask." Spielberg looked into his eyes. "Eide, I want to know why you are so passionate about Schindler's List. Can you tell me why? "

"This is what I should do." Adriaan shrugged. "Is there anything else?"