Ring! Ring!
“Hello?” Eileen answered like a perky school girl.
“Hey, ‘Leen, " Trish greeted the actress with girlish glee.
“Hey, glad to hear from you. Uh, havin’ the best time here at the spa. Just got a mud bath, pedicure and now I’m at the pool wearing this cute bikini I got at Fredericks of Hollywood…at $2,000 it better be cute. What’s up?” Eileen inquired excitedly.
“Just got a call from the studio and they have a part for you. I know you just wrapped on a film with some A-Listers and I’m working on getting you a supporting role with some of the same people, but….”
“What is it?” Eileen asked as she prepared herself for disappointment.
“Well, it’s not exactly the romantic comedy you just shot, but it sounds very high profile. Well, it’s the lead role in the newest remake of the movie - get this - Attack of the 50 Foot Woman,” Trish finished with a cringe on her face.
An awkward pause ensued.
“Hello?” Trish asked over a quiet cell phone.
Then Trish heard laughter.
“OK, let’s get this straight - you got me, Ms. girly girl, Ms. Go-to-the-spa weekly…and I might add Emmy-Award winning actress .... playing a giant woman? Are you crazy!?”
Trish smiled.
“I felt the same way but hear me out: the screenplay and storyline have been completely revamped and overhauled. It will be nothing like the others. It’s actually an interesting story and your character gets to do some amazing things as the 50 Foot Woman. Most importantly, you and only you are the star. This is A-List material, ” Trish said with reassurance.
Eileen let her guard down.
“Alright, so who’s directing?” she asked.
Trish was awash in excitement and anticipation.
“Get this - the directing and special effects will be overseen by George Stevens himself. Isn’t that awesome!?” Trish exclaimed.
Eileen’s skepticism seemed to melt in the sun. George Stevens' latest sci-fi movie had made back double its budget on its opening weekend alone! The merchandizing rights had made him insanely rich almost overnight. A number of people attributed the success of the movie to its incredible special effects. His production company boasted the latest technology and the most realistic effects, most of which they had invented themselves and owned exclusively. Of course, a greater part of his success was his skill as a director. He had already won two Oscars, along with some of his cast. George was something of a perfectionist and had a reputation of being a bit hard to work with. But if she could finally get the recognition she deserved from the Academy....
"That does sound pretty awesome. When can you send me the script?” Eileen replied as she took a sip of her fruity cocktail and adjusted her designer sunglasses.