"After the new relationship was exposed, Gwyneth Paltrow and Sean Tang issued statements the next day, denied that they were dating and claimed that they were just ordinary friends. But the time for the statement was so close that people had to doubt how the facts were still in the fog." - The Los Angeles Times

"Real-documented information points out that Sean Tang was just a TV actor before starring in "Genius Ripley" and only played supporting roles in "Friends". After participating in the audition for "Genius Ripley" at the beginning of the year, he was attracted by director Anthony Mingella as the leading actor. It is said that he had conflicts with producer Harvey Weinstein because of this." - "Hollywood Reporter"

"On the set of Friends, someone witnessed that Sean Tang and three heroines entered the trailer together, and it was only after ten minutes that they came out with the assistant's reminder. In the subsequent filming, he was also very close to American sweethearts, just like with Gwyneth Paltrow. We have to say that he has a good deal of dealing with women." - The New York Post

"When I talk about this, I have to mention the fact that Gwyneth Paltrow has changed her new boyfriend. You see, she and Affleck have only been on dates with other men for two weeks. So, it is normal to be fed up with the old. The only difference is whether the old is annoying or the new is more attractive. Of course, I will definitely not hate you if you watch the show." - A talk show on ABC.

The statement made by Gwyneth and Sean on October 24 seemed to be of little use. The media were more interested in this relationship. They were rummaging through the cabinets and searching for all the clues that might attract attention. Gwyneth's past relationships, what kind of person was Sean, where did it come out, or the casting storm of "The Genius Ripley" and the conflict between the director and the producer for this, as well as what happened when he went out in Italy, etc.

The whole Hollywood seems to be discussing this matter, and people are happy to discuss what stage Gwyneth and Sean have developed, whether she had been dating Affleck or began dating Sean after breaking up? As for the statement of denial, people directly chose to ignore it, and they all subconsciously divided it into the category of excuses. Even if Gwyneth and Sean don't date again in the future, they will think that they have broken up secretly under tremendous pressure. Everyone loves gossip, and everyone chooses to believe gossip, and this is the entertainment industry.

So, when some reporters looked for an opportunity to block Ben Affleck and asked him what he thought about this matter and published it, they immediately attracted more attention.

"Don't bother me." The boy said impatiently.

This was originally a sign of not wanting to respond, but at the reporter, Affleck was so angry that he was blinded by Gwyneth, and he poured a scoop of oil on the fire.

However, those relatively formal newspapers focused on others, such as why Minggra used an actor like Sean, who was almost no different from the nameless, as the leading actor in his movie, what kind of conflict did he and Weinstein have, whether the audition at the beginning of the year was the result of this conflict, etc., so some people were both happy and depressed.

"That's it?" Weinstein asked in a reluctant tone as he looked at the folder in front of him.

"Yes, Paramount thinks this is a good opportunity to pull the media's attention to the movie, and it can be combined with the first trailer that will be broadcast soon..." an assistant explained.

"I know this!" Weinstein interrupted, with an impatient look on his face, "I want to know if there is a better solution."

The assistant was stunned for a moment, not responding, as if he didn't understand what he was saying, but he seemed to know but didn't dare to say it out.

"Okay, I'll make it clearer, is there any promotional plan that doesn't need that kid." Weinstein did not make things difficult for him, but turned to the representatives on Paramount's side.

"But he is the protagonist, Mr. Weinstein." The other party shrugged.

"Okay, male lead, damn..." Weinstein grabbed his head unhappily.

He didn't like that boy, and he didn't like it from the beginning. Using a pure newcomer as the male lead means that he would invest more in publicity and not guaranteed income. As for the little money saved by the pay, it was not enough. But that idiot Hoberg made up the matter and forced the other party with small moves, but finally wrapped himself in. Does his head grow on his butt?

He also asked Mingla to come over and question and advise, and took out the filmed part to play in front of him, trying to explain that it was correct to choose that kid, which was really annoying.

Weinstein finally had to compromise completely. At that time, the filming was almost halfway through, and even if the person was successfully replaced, it would cost a lot of money. Although Miramax had made great profits in recent years, he didn't waste money like this, so he had to swallow his breath. But now, just as the movie was about to be promoted, the boy actually got together with Gwyneth and was photographed by a reporter. Miramax had to wipe his butt, which was really hateful.

But he has no better way. The movie "The Genius Ripley" was released to Paramount. Whoever releases it will be responsible for the promotion. Paramount won't care so much. How can you let go of such a good opportunity?

"Okay, then that's it, we'll cooperate." Weinstein finally said that, and then cursed the bastard angrily in his heart.

In any case, making money is the primary goal. Because of personal grudges, the box office of the movie will be affected, and only the stupidest person will do it. What's more, the North American distribution is Paramount. Miramax can discuss it with them but cannot oppose important decisions. Besides, overseas distribution is the one who is responsible for it. As the other representative said, Sean is the male lead.

So, as the resolution was passed, public opinion began to slowly turn without trace. First, magazines such as "Variety Show" and "Holly Reporter", which are well-known in the industry and slightly more movie-oriented, began to report large-scale news related to "Genius Ripley", such as this is adapted from the novel of Ms. Patricia Highsmith in the 1950s, or director Anthony Mingla began to prepare the movie after completing "The Patient in the UK".

Then, with them taking the lead, the Los Angeles Times, the New York Times and other large newspapers, they also shifted their attention from the scandal between Gwyneth and Sean to the movie. There was even an open and secret hinting that the so-called new relationship that was exposed before was actually hyped up for the movie.

Then there were some reports related to filming, and some of the novels were introduced, with the focus on Maggie being Dick's girlfriend, Ripley being bisexual and falling in love with Dick, and how Sean was selected into the crew through "normal" channels, Mingla also rarely reported through a spokesperson saying that he was an outstanding actor, etc., and the public's attention was unknowingly shifted to the movie.

Perhaps the tabloids are still catching on the scandal and even fabricating bloody stories, but their influence is far inferior to those with great reputation and relatively good reputations.

It may sound incredible, but it is true that people are always passively accepting information and always choose to believe in things that they are willing to believe. So many times, just a few words can lead people's thinking to the fork in the way. The simplest example is that when newspapers - especially famous newspapers - say that the previous scandals of male and female protagonists are just hype for new movies. Whether people believe or not, they will leave such an impression in their hearts. After introducing Maggie's identity and Ripley's personality, people will unconsciously correspond to them to Gwyneth and Sean, and then subconsciously have the idea that since this is the case, they really cannot really be dating.

Perhaps they would verbally say that the male and female protagonists of the scandal were actually on a secret date, but they had subconsciously believed this. If there is any tabloid arrangement in the future, unless there is any decisive evidence, they will just look at it.

This is the ability of Hollywood film companies. Decades of development have given them enough network and connections. After grouping, they have become a complementary existence with other media. They only need to communicate and trade enough to basically get the desired results.

Some people may say that there are paparazzi, omnipotent paparazzi, who can wait outside the celebrity's residence for several days, go through their trash cans, and chase all possible clues, and they can always dig out the news hidden behind the scenes. However, these words are just something that only those idiots who like gossip and regard them as truth, or those who are stupid when watching movies will believe it.

Just like Judy Foster, everyone knows that she is gay, and the media has photographed her wherever she goes more than once, and there is a close and seductive place around her. But in addition to those tabloids that use exaggerated news to attract attention, how many well-known media have officially reported? Not to mention how many negative news Tom Hanks has been in the newspapers, why don’t paparazzi go through his trash can?

Therefore, as long as the stars themselves have fair contacts in Hollywood, have good agents and public relations teams, and are relatively low-key, the paparazzi will have no way to do anything.

Therefore, after the first three or four days, this inexplicable scandal reached its peak in the media, and then it began to slowly decline. News about "Genius Ripley" gradually began to be displayed in newspapers and magazines, especially after the trailer was released, many film critics began to comment.

However, Sean is still because not only can't go back to the apartment, but even going to Warner's studio is a problem.

"You said that most of the reporters who guarded me will disperse in two or three days." Sean complained on the phone.

"Well, I misjudged this, you know, I couldn't have predicted everything. Who made you lack fame now?" Frederick replied.
Chapter completed!