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Chapter 451

Escape from Devil Island Premiere

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Although Charlize Theron and JJ Harris took their involvement in "The Escape from Devil Island" very seriously, Charlize's role was actually a minor supporting character with only a few scenes, so it shouldn't have received much attention from the outside world.

So JJ Harris's strategy, rather than trying to get media coverage and make more people aware of Charlize, was to cultivate relationships within the industry. They were there because of Sean Conner, a senior figure in the film industry who had been kind to them.

Henry's attendance was due to his connection with the CEO of Stark Studios, not his own abilities. However, Charlize wasn't there to accompany him on the red carpet; Henry entered the premiere venue discreetly through another entrance.

Charlize Theron walked the red carpet with her on-screen father, Sean Conner. The veteran actor spared no effort in supporting Charlize during interviews with reporters and hosts.

Charlize, of course, didn't forget to return the favor, constantly praising Sean for his guidance and care during filming. She also thanked the other producers, directors, and actors for their help, almost turning her red carpet appearance into an acceptance speech.

Logically, the reporters' indifference towards someone with no topic of conversation should be quite obvious. However, Henry, observing from a distance, noticed that the atmosphere was somewhat different.

The reporters' enthusiasm for Charlize Theron was clearly different from her current commercial value. The spotlight was flashing non-stop.

This exposure wasn't something she got by linking arms with Sean Conner. Many reporters specifically called out Charlize's name, hoping she would look at their cameras.

One name that was mentioned several times was "Tiger Beauty"; some even called her "Belle." This puzzled Charlize Theron, who asked the reporters, "Why are you calling me that?"

With the girl linking his arm with his, Sean Conner asked in surprise, "Don't you know what's going on?"

Charlize, considering the only possibility, asked, "Is it related to Cruella de Vil's...?"

A reporter quickly chimed in, "Yes, Theron Cruella de Vil DeWei's eponymous clothing brand, GG, has already aired in England and caused a huge uproar."

According to designer Dewi, the Tiger in GG is a real Tiger. No editing techniques were used; you personally performed all the intimate scenes. Is that true?

Sean Conner, standing nearby, also asked, "Yeah, I'd like to know too. Was that really Tiger? Did you really go out onto the grasslands to film?"

Charlize Theron honestly stated, "We filmed in front of a green screen. The grassland scenes were added in post-production using Stark Studios ' computer-generated imagery. But the Tiger was a real Tiger; it was my boyfriend, Henry Brown's, personal pet."

Hollywood scandals can boost a star's fame. So, as long as it doesn't involve illegal activities, including extramarital affairs by married individuals, most people won't deliberately hide their relationships with men.

So Charlize spoke up openly. Even Sean Conner chimed in, praising, "Ah, it's that talented kid. He's a young man I admire."

Although not much was explained, a responsible journalist would naturally dig into "Henry Brown's" identity to make their little story more interesting.

However, Charlize Theron didn't talk about anything unrelated to the film or only about herself on the red carpet at the movie premiere.

Henry and JJ Harris both warned her about this matter. They told her that if she wanted to use the fame of a veteran star like Sean Conner, she had to give him full respect.

This is a movie starring someone else, so things unrelated to the movie should be kept to a minimum.

Therefore, Charlize only answers questions at length when Sean asks her a question. When reporters inquire, she simply deflects them by saying, "I hope everyone will focus more on the movie."

Sean Conner, having lived to this age, was a shrewd man. He couldn't be more pleased with the young woman's respect.

So he asked a few questions on behalf of the reporter, questions unrelated to the movie but which he himself was interested in, as a way of helping her out. Feeling that the time was right, the two of them headed to the next location together.

At the formal ceremony, Sean Conner calmly guided Charlize Theron through each question from reporters, maintaining the focus on the film while appropriately praising this promising young talent.

Once inside the banquet hall before the premiere, there were no more flashing lights from reporters, only networking among industry insiders. Sean Conner led the girl toward her boyfriend, Henry Brown, who had been watching them from afar.

Upon seeing the veteran star approach, Henry was the first to extend his hand and greet him, "Good day, Mr. Conner."

"Henry." He shook hands warmly, displaying the impeccable manners of Charlize- in-the-Law, a true English gentleman.

However, Sean Conner still leaned closer and asked in a low voice, "You really have a Tiger?"

"Um..." Henry chuckled awkwardly, then insisted, "Actually, it was a Tabby Cat, just a rather large one, about five or six hundred pounds."

What kind of cat can grow to 500 or 600 pounds? You couldn't raise it like a pig or force-feed it water.

But looking at the young man in front of him, with that cheeky, raised eyebrow look, Sean Conner knew exactly what he meant. So, he tacitly went along with it and said, "Oh, Tabby Cat."

At this time, another big-name actor, Nicholas Cage, the nephew of the great director Francis Ford Coppola, is one of the few members of the Italy group in Hollywood who can rival the Jews.

Full of confidence, he approached Henry and affectionately patted the Stark Studios CEO on the shoulder. "Do you really Tiger at home? I'd like to visit your place sometime."

Such behavior might be somewhat impolite to strangers, but it's a sign of intimacy between friends. Henry wouldn't stoop to disrespecting this big star, especially since the other party was an actor he admired before his transmigration.

Henry raised his hand in response to the greeting and said, "I have Tabby Cat! But you're always welcome. Just remember, it's a top predator in the animal kingdom. Don't come looking like you're looking delicious."

Nicholas Cage, who was about to leave after exchanging greetings, returned with a worried look and asked, "Does it bite?"

"It's just a cute big cat, how could it bite? It just has a few sharp teeth and a big mouth," Henry said cheekily.

"Haha, you got me. You've got me hooked," Nicholas Cage said with a laugh. "I'll keep you company another day. Oh, and by the way, Charlize, your performance was fantastic, very photogenic. Keep it up."

The man left in a flurry of activity. Watching his cheerful demeanor away from the camera, Henry couldn't help but wonder if this man's future bankruptcy and tax evasion was a scheme orchestrated by the Jews to ruin the successor of this Italy gang.

Because the daughter of the great director Coppola simply couldn't inherit her father's connections. This nephew, although not a director, is the most capable of the new generation of Coppolas.

Even after going bankrupt, he was able to humble himself and take on five or ten films a year. Even when they were criticized as terrible, they helped him turn his life around and return to glory.

Just based on this resilience alone, he deserves to be called a true man.

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