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You're comfortable now because there's energy Take

care

of some of the things take care

You know what? Take a look at the monitor. See if maybe you pick up

that you might be missing or not feeling or something.

All right. I'm going to play your character.

Okay, I've walked in. Ready?

Mm -hmm.

So, you live here by yourself?

Well, maybe you could, uh, maybe use a man around the house to take care of

things that need to be taken care of.

I could stand it.

You know, I've done a time in prison for murder.

Is this good?

Okay, Tom.

Do you kind of sense where the character's going?

What his intentions are?

Yeah, yeah.

I do. I really do.

Go ahead. Try it again. You can feel comfortable.

Everybody take five.

Why don't you bring it over on that 2K for the experience?

Paul. Yeah.

Talk to me a second.

Hold that thought.

I see what's going on between you and her, okay?

And I don't want to have to fire a first -time director, but I'm the producer

and I'm responsible.

Let me assure you, it's purely professional.

I'm doing my job.

Okay, let's keep it that way. Nothing's going to happen.

That's why it's tough to see. All right.

Good.

Why don't you bring in the dolly tracks for that two shot?

Did you see the look on his face?

Yeah, he's got the hots for you, Cleo.

Don't ask me, Joel.

Listen, let me know when that track's laid down so we can do the next shot.

Well, well.

In the flesh.

Listen, Cleo, um...

I just want to apologize for what happened back there. That was...

What for?

Well, for Klimchak's comments. It was rude, obnoxious, totally uncalled for.

You know, I don't expect him to be completely correct.

But I see that you are.

I like that.

Listen, I just wanted to tell you that, okay? Thank God you're cute.

Ruby, good... Get the hell out of here.

Come on in.

You sure? Come on, yes.

Shut the door behind you.

You know, I really liked your reading with me today.

You really bring something special out of me.

That's ridiculous.

No, I'm serious. I really mean it.

Most directors will only give you their own interpretation of what they want

from you.

And it sucks. I mean, it's really pathetic.

But you, it's almost like you generate something inside me.

Generate something inside you.

Well, I've never had anybody tell me that before.

Well, I mean it.

Track's up, Ben. We're ready to roll.

Listen, I gotta go. They need me on the set.

Huh? What?

You know, we never played the next part of the scene.

What part was that?

The part where you kissed me.

That wasn't in the script.

It's in mine.

Now, pan slowly.

Open your body.

Slowly.

so tender and soft.

Have

you

ever made X -rated movies?

No, why?

Maybe you ought to.

Thank you.

I'm not leaving without you.

I can't live without you.

I need you.

I can't leave here.

I'm sorry.

This is my home. I belong here.

Cleo, great, fantastic. Tom, I need more emotion, okay? I'm not believing this.

I need more emotion. I want you to look at her and say, I waited my entire life

for you, okay? I waited my entire life, and here you are. You're the person for

me. Let's get the fuck out of this fucking town, okay? I love you.

Do you understand that? I love you. I will do anything for you. I'm not

that. I'm not hearing it in your breath. I'm not believing it in your tone. I'm

not believing it in your eyes. So let's do it again. Make believe it. Show some

emotion. I need to see it again. Let's do it again.

She's coming along.

She's starting to open herself up a little bit more. You don't want to

It's good.

It's what I need.

Good.

I don't like that kind of talk. I don't like it at all.

Can you believe these lines?

What, are you saying you don't believe it?

What did I just say?

Are you saying I don't know how to act?

I don't need to say anything.

It's pretty obvious.

Did you hear him? Did you hear him? I cannot believe what he just said. That

totally unprofessional. Honey, you just went way over the top. I can't believe

it. that woody woodpecker what the hell did you just call me you heard what i

called you a woody woodpecker guys knock it off all right now guys

now guys aren't you gonna stand up for me cleo i'm not gonna take sides on this

matter oh what the hell have you been doing for the last 32 hours huh oh shut

you're just jealous because you're not getting any of this oh fuck you no fuck

you no fuck you no fuck you knock it off let's try to be professionals here

As long as you know how to have a good time.

Well, I'm a quick study.

I'm sorry.

Son of a bitch.

Chill out, Cleo.

Doing fine?

I think she deserves it.

Tom, you are exactly right. She thinks she can do anything, anytime.

I know her too well.

About time someone pulled her off.

You know, she's still hung up on Powell.

Another case of a leading lady mesmerized by the director.

It's not that shit went out a couple of decades ago.

You really need to relax.

That's good.

Yeah, don't let her get you down. She'll choose a minute.

Mark my words, I won't be around for long.

Yeah, she doesn't know what she's doing.

God, you are good looking.

They told me pretty little redhead.

Gave me the flight number, but no airline.

Not very good communication.

Lady, you don't want to know. Like the tail wagging the dog, if you ask me.

Of course, I'm just a PA.

Every cog in the wheel is important.

Tell that to the director.

The only one that can get a rise out of him is that female lead of his. You

know, the... What's her name?

Theo Lane.

Yeah. Yes, ma 'am.

She's got his number.

It's like the rest of us don't even exist.

Can't say that I blame him.

What part are you playing?

I'm not an actress.

Oh, no?

So what do you do?

Just call me part of the sports staff.

Ah, there you go.

So, uh, what do you got there? Treats for the crew?

Funny -looking donut.

Looks a little dry.

You should try Winchell's next time.

They got chocolate ones, the glaze, the sugar, the ones with cream inside.

On Mondays, they got that deal.

You can get 13 for the price of 12.

Hello?

Fine. Just call me when you need me.

I'm wondering, sir, if we might go over my lines.

You are, uh... Jan?

Jan, you have no lines.

I thought that's what we might go over.

I'll get back to you on that, okay?

Take a number, honey.

Got a checkbook?

What?

Got your work cut out for you now, kid.

There you go.

What is it that's supposed to mean?

Your wife just arrived.

Ann is here?

That's right. Where?

Found back by the crafts table.

Good luck.

Excuse me.

Is this where they're shooting the movie?

Shooting a movie? Not quite.

I don't understand.

I'm not going down there.

Shooting a movie doesn't seem to be fun.

What do you mean?

Paul's so cute, every girl in this place has made a play for him.

But nothing's happened, I'm sure.

Wrong. He went for the big one, the Queen Bee herself.

The Queen Bee?

Star of the movie, former rock star, idol of millions.

Wait, wait, wait, wait.

What do you mean, took on?

You like a graphic, don't you?

Well, let me tell you, they're lovers.

Ever since the first day of rehearsal, they've spent more time in his hotel

with her trailers than they have on any set, studio, or location.

Are you talking about Powell, the director?

It's not like it's a common name. Who are you anyway?

Ann.

Honey, hi.

Darling.

I'm so happy to see you.

I miss you. Yeah?

I can't wait.

It's peaceful.

Could you have someone bring us some champagne?

Yeah.

Can you get a beer?

you know you drank during the day i'm celebrating i've missed you oh

better

make that two beers

why

don't you slow down slow down

What's the matter, darling?

Hmm? There's nothing wrong.

I just want to savor this moment, I would say, you know? Why don't you share

with Eve?

Listen, I don't like this new you.

Oh, yeah?

I don't like it.

Just a minute.

Come on in.

You're so... Howdy, partner.

So you're right on time with those lone stars?

It's the cores, man.

Whatever.

What the hell do you think you're doing?

Here, here's a dollar. Go back to the room. Thank you.

Close the door behind you.

Why are you embarrassing me like that?

Don't be so shy, pal.

I'm not.

You know what?

I have to reshoot a scene today. I'm going to go. I'll meet you back here

Sure, honey.

This is the part, this is the scene where your character has changed.

She's crossed the line of ethical behavior, so to speak. This is where she

being a victim and starts becoming an active participant in the fact of

violence.

Where your character shifts from being a victim.

And how's life?

Huh?

Tom, keep your hands off.

All right, I want everybody to settle in the set. We're going to do a rehearsal.

Okay, Cleo, you take control here.

You ready?

It's a rehearsal.

Action.

On your knees, asshole.

I'm going to call the law, lady.

We're rehearsing here.

Keep it down.

Settle means quiet.

Let's try it again.

Action.

All right, on your knees, asshole.

Look, I'm going to call the police. I said on your knees.

You know, I kind of like this.

I kind of like holding a gun.

Blanchard was right. It's a turn -on. It's like sex.

How do you like it? Huh?

Where does the cold steel pull against your throat?

Just take the money and go. Take anything you want. I don't care. I don't

the money.

I want to see the fear in your eyes.

That's what keeps me going, the fear.

There's 200 bucks in there. Please, just take it. Go.

Open your mouth, motherfucker. Put your lips around it and cover the barrel.

Uh, that's not in the script.

Don't fuck... Look with me, motherfucker.

I'm in control here.

Cut, cut, cut.

Don't cut me. I'll read the script the way I want to read it. I want this

motherfucker to choke on me.

Get away from me, you stupid bitch.

I've got it, pal. I've got it. You want it acting?

Well, this is acting.

Somebody call the police. No police.

Yeah, call the police. Call the FBI, the CIA.

Oh, call the National Guard.

Get her away. Just get her the fuck away.

Look at him sweat.

Now this is a real actor, pal.

Maybe you should have given him a bigger part.

Give me the gun, Cleo.

It wasn't loaded anyways.

Anybody see my wife?

No.

The fuck is my wife?

Ah!

Well,

well, well.

Looks like the director's wife has got something going for her afternoon.

I can see what Posse's in here, can't you Tom?

Yes.

Yeah.

Split. Scram.

So, where's our fearless leader now?

I guess he couldn't take the pressure.

I knew he didn't have to.

You know, I've seen some amateurs in my day, but this guy, unbelievable.

She's just as bad as he is.

You know they deserve each other?

Powell!

Powell, wait!

What do you want from me?

What's that?

It means that these people are full of crap.

They don't care about you.

They'd fill you down the river without even blinking an eye.

They don't even care about your movie.

All they care about is fucking each other, fucking you.

I know we saw time.

We can catch that last flight tonight.

Look.

Look.

I know you've had some hard times.

I felt them too.

I see how this business has done to you. And I don't like it.

And I want you to quit this business.

Can you do that?

Oh my God.

I've got too many people that are relying on me. I can't do it. I'm

Powell, if you go back to that set tomorrow morning, that's it. I've lost

patience. I'm leaving you.

I can't.

Call me a cab, Powell.

Hey, Jerry, how's the best PA in the business? Morning, sir. Thank you. Good

see you.

Hey,

Tom, it's been a pleasure working with you, man.

Bite me.

Bite you?

What'd they put in the coffee this morning? Oh, God.

Hey, how's it going, Brent?

Oh, listen, Jan, I think that I could possibly put some lines in for your

I think that can work. Can we talk about it at a break?

Oh, God.

Great. Fantastic. Hey, how's it going there, Jan?

Oh, what?

I gotta talk to you. Not right now, not right now. I'm ready to make movie

magic. I've got it. I saw the light. It's great.

Fantastic.

Oh, God. Hey, uh, excuse me, but, uh, you're in the director's chair.

I'm aware of that, mate. Name's Johnny. How you doing?

Johnny, uh, yeah.

I'm Powell.

I'm the director.

There, but sorry. You'll have to get off the set.

This is a joke, right?

That's a nice accent. Those voice lessons really paid off. Who is this

What the hell's going on here, okay? I'm ready to make a movie, folks.

Please get off the set.

We're trying to work here.

We'll have you thrown off.

Thrown off?

You've been fired.

I've been what?

You've been replaced by Johnny.

Sorry, Mike.

This fucking Limey guy?

I've been fired?

Get rid of him.

What do you mean, get rid of me?

This is me you're talking about. It's my film. I'm Powell.

Get off me. I'm going to tell you one more time to get out of my chair right

now. Let go.

Like, what are you going to do, mate?

Get off!

It's pathetic.

You broke my fucking wrist!

I'm going to fucking sue you and the production company!

Get off of me, you fucking assbag!

Fucking get out of here!

All right, everybody.

Back to work.

Action.

like a voice in my head telling me to do the deed to take that step that leap i

gotta tell you okay you take that step all right you become that criminal you

that job you are the criminal are you ready to handle that all right it's up

you

I just want to find myself.

Girl,

what do you picture?

Girl, girl.

That makes total sense.

Yeah.

Danny Richland, please. Paul Moran.

No, no, no, no. Tell him to take my call. It's very important.

Put me on hold. I don't care.

Danny.

Danny, listen.

Paul Moran.

No, listen, listen. I didn't fuck up. No, I know I fucked up, but I didn't

up. It was Klimchak's fault.

I had nothing to do. He was rude and obnoxious. I totally... I know, I know.

know I lost you a lot of money. I got the idea. I got the big one. This is the

one Hollywood's been waiting for.

Come on, just let me tell you. One half second of your time, please.

Okay, you ready? Are you listening, babe?

Are you listening?

Are you listening?

Girl...