Tinseltown Temptations Love, Scandals, And The Publicist's Dilemma
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00:00In this town, it's Oxygen, Niles Gilmore, Hollywood's biggest action star and my top
00:13client.
00:14But once he's sober and on time, I publish a stream.
00:19For a star, priming is everything.
00:26Sophie Miller, fresh face, on the verge of something big if she makes all the right moves.
00:32Stand tall, this is your life.
00:40Knowing your handiwork?
00:41Late as usual.
00:42Not late, just perfectly timed.
00:46Ethan Prescott, Niles' agent, the guy I've known longer than anyone, dependable, intelligent,
00:52and annoyingly charming.
00:55Nice dress.
00:56Nice bowtie.
00:57Just needs a little adjustment in there.
01:02How's our golden boy?
01:03Is he behaving himself or are we in prison shanties?
01:06He's playing nice.
01:08Give it an hour.
01:13What the hell man, you can't just hit someone!
01:17Or less.
01:21Man, you can't just hit someone!
01:24Niles?
01:25Niles?
01:26What happened?
01:27This loser shoved this camera in my face.
01:28He's on my bad side.
01:29I didn't even touch him, he's being dramatic.
01:30You hit someone in front of a hundred cameras?
01:31We need to fix this.
01:32Just don't say anything.
01:33Let's not make this a bigger deal than it needs to be.
01:34We can solve this quietly.
01:35How about $1000 if you're helping?
01:36$5000.
01:37I'll pay along.
01:38$1000?
01:39Yeah, I'll pay.
01:40I'll pay.
01:41I'll pay.
01:42I'll pay.
01:43I'll pay.
01:44I'll pay.
01:45I'll pay.
01:46I'll pay.
01:47I'll pay.
01:48I'll pay.
01:49I'll pay.
01:50I'll pay.
01:51I'll pay.
01:52I'll pay.
01:53Damn honey, you're good at this and I'll pay along.
01:57Fine, you're a mother fu**er.
01:58You better be good for it or else I'm going straight to the press.
02:02It'll be him.
02:04Oh man, I dropped my camera again!
02:07I'm so clumsy.
02:08Thank you for helping me pick it up.
02:10Niles Gilmore.
02:12Oh, wow.
02:14So sweet.
02:16Great work.
02:23That was impressive.
02:24In Hollywood, connections are currency.
02:26Without me pulling the strings, even the brightest stars burn out.
02:29But I keep them shining.
02:39Ethan?
02:41What are you doing here?
03:12Good morning, Ms. Harrington.
03:14Your schedule's been moved around slightly.
03:16There's a last-minute addition of attention in the client meeting.
03:18Liam Sterling.
03:20Liam Sterling?
03:22That hot guy from the new rom-com?
03:24He's looking to revamp his image.
03:26Interesting.
03:28When does he arrive?
03:41Mr. Sterling.
03:53Welcome to Harrington PR.
03:55I am...
03:59Call me Liam.
04:05Heard a lot about you.
04:07I'd say you're the best one to visit.
04:09I'd like to think that I'm good at what I do,
04:11but flattery won't get you any discounts.
04:14No, no discounts necessary.
04:17I'm here because I need a real change.
04:19Go on.
04:21I'm sick of being the guy who's shirtless more than he's acting.
04:24I mean, the heart-rob thing, it's been fun.
04:27But it's not who I am.
04:29I want substance.
04:31And all the girls I've really challenged.
04:33If you're serious about this, it's not gonna be easy.
04:37And it won't happen overnight.
04:39Are you ready for that?
04:42Sounds easy with you by my side.
04:45Alright.
04:47We'll have to change your public persona.
04:49No more sexy magazine covers,
04:51and no more feeding into that heart-robber bitch.
04:54We'll focus on redefining you as a serious actor,
04:57and you'll have to be selective about the projects you take.
05:00Taking roles with...
05:02depth.
05:03Range.
05:04That's exactly what I want.
05:06I've been waiting for somebody to tell me
05:08that it's okay to say no to the next rom-com
05:10where I spend more time in the gym
05:12than with a script.
05:14Well, consider this your f***ing relationship.
05:17But this is a partnership.
05:20You'll have to trust me.
05:22It's an honor.
05:24I trust you, though.
05:27You're the person I've been looking for.
05:32We'll make it happen.
05:34I'm all in.
05:39Brooke?
05:43Sorry, I didn't mean to interrupt.
05:46Uh, you weren't interrupting anything.
05:48Is this your boyfriend?
05:49I, uh...
05:50God, no, um...
05:52This is my close friend, Ethan.
05:54Oh.
05:55Well, nice to meet you.
05:56I'm Liam Sterling.
05:57I know who you are.
05:58I work closely with your agent.
06:00Brought you a coffee.
06:01I'll just sleep with Margaret.
06:02Thanks.
06:05He's a nice guy.
06:07You sure he's not your boyfriend?
06:09I'm single, Mr. Sterling.
06:11Uh, Liam.
06:12Remember?
06:13Liam.
06:14I have a feeling this is gonna work out really well.
06:17Um...
06:19I'm sure it will.
06:20You know, I think this is the start
06:23of a beautiful relationship.
06:28Hello?
06:32Who's there?
06:33I'm armed.
06:39Don't shoot.
06:40Liam?
06:41Thought I'd surprise you.
06:43I'm sorry.
06:44I'm sorry.
06:45I'm sorry.
06:46I'm sorry.
06:47I'm sorry.
06:48I'm sorry.
06:49I'm sorry.
06:50I'm sorry.
06:51I'm sorry.
06:52I'm sorry.
06:53I'm sorry.
06:54I'm sorry.
06:55I'm sorry.
06:56Thought I'd surprise you.
06:59With wine and flowers?
07:03I have to butter you up
07:04because I didn't make an appointment.
07:06I mean, I guess this works.
07:16So, what's the occasion?
07:21Some say I'm cutthroat.
07:23Do they?
07:25I don't know.
07:26You don't look so cutthroat to me.
07:28Appearances may be deceiving.
07:31And yet,
07:33here I am with you.
07:35Well, someone's gotta keep you out of trouble.
07:39Maybe.
07:41Or maybe you're just avoiding
07:42what's really going on here.
07:44And what would that be?
07:46When the real chemistry's right here.
07:49Between us.
07:51I don't know what you're talking about.
07:55Sure you don't.
07:58This wine is great.
08:00Great taste.
08:03So, are we gonna do something about this?
08:04Or are you just gonna sit here
08:05enjoying the wine?
08:09Okay.
08:12I'll let you get some rest.
08:14No.
08:17Stay a little longer.
08:20I'll stay as long as you want.
08:25Okay.
08:43This is so unprofessional.
08:44I'm not gonna fire you.
08:46Are you gonna fire me?
08:48No.
08:56Shit.
09:00Shit, shit, shit, shit, shit.
09:05No good morning kiss?
09:07I don't think so.
09:09Come on.
09:13Last night was a mistake.
09:15Fun, but still a mistake.
09:19Yeah, I don't think I agree.
09:21You're my client.
09:23I'm supposed to be helping your career,
09:24not helping you.
09:26You know.
09:29You were great last night.
09:32Now, can you please just get dressed?
09:36If anyone caught us,
09:37this could ruin my career,
09:38not to mention what it could do to your rebrand.
09:40Do you still want to be known as the slutty heartthrob?
09:44Well, I wouldn't say slutty.
09:50Everyone else would.
09:51I mean, what serious actor sleeps with their publicist?
09:56The sooner we move past this,
09:57the sooner that I can get you and Lena
10:00and your career moving forward.
10:03Sound good?
10:07No.
10:09But if that's what you want,
10:10then I guess I don't have a choice.
10:14Is that what you want, Brooke?
10:17Yes.
10:19That's what's best.
10:21Whatever you say.
10:22I'm sorry.
10:24At least we got it out of our systems.
10:26I'll call you later.
10:42Last night was amazing.
10:44The movie sucked.
10:45Aside from my scene,
10:46I met this guy at the after party.
10:47He's a bit older.
10:48A screenwriter?
10:49Oh, come on.
10:52An old screenwriter?
10:54You are Sophie Miller.
10:56You can do so much better.
10:58I know that look, Brooke.
10:59You're up to something.
11:00What makes you think that?
11:02You love playing matchmaker.
11:03Admit it.
11:04You're trying to set me up.
11:06Half of Hollywood's power couples
11:08owe their happiness to me.
11:10You can be one of them.
11:12Well, what about you?
11:13When are you going to find your someone?
11:16Oh, I'm happy being single.
11:19Plus, I got enough on my plate
11:20managing everyone else's love lives.
11:23You've never thought about it?
11:27Of course I have.
11:31But then I remember all the drama
11:32that comes with it, and...
11:35I like the way my life is.
11:37Dramatically.
11:39I think you're the only person in this town
11:41who doesn't crave drama.
11:44All right, drama queen.
11:46We have a party to get ready for.
11:54This is quite the party.
11:56Only the best parties put you out on the sofa.
11:58You'll have my hat.
12:07So, whose party is this anyway?
12:10Dylan's.
12:11Dylan Parker's?
12:12You were serious about setting me up.
12:14When do I say anything just for fun?
12:17I thought this would be a good opportunity
12:18for you two to meet.
12:19You're playing matchmaker again, aren't you?
12:21Trust me.
12:22You'll thank me later.
12:24Hi, Dylan.
12:26Meet Sophie.
12:28Yeah, no, I know Sophie.
12:30We met at that Kim read for the horror flick, right?
12:32You remember that?
12:34How could I forget?
12:35And damn, Brooke.
12:38You gotta warn me when you dress like this.
12:41Sophie's the real star here.
12:43You guys should get to know each other.
12:45Hi, Sophie.
12:46Let's grab a drink.
12:49Find a quiet place to chat.
12:50That'd be great.
12:59What the?
13:02What the?
13:03Oh my god, your dress.
13:05You bitch.
13:06This dress is sponsored.
13:08Watch where you're walking.
13:09Who the hell are you?
13:11Just a crazy fan sneaking into a Hollywood star house?
13:15You better pay for this.
13:17Otherwise, I could ruin your career with a single thing.
13:20I'm sorry.
13:21I'll cover the thing for you.
13:27Oops.
13:28Accident.
13:29I'm sorry.
13:30Your ugly thrift store dress looks even worse.
13:35I guess some people still haven't learned that in Hollywood, there are cameras everywhere.
13:41Wait, is that Liam Sterling?
13:43I just watched his movie yesterday.
13:45Damn, he looks even hotter in person.
13:48And if anyone's career is getting ruined, it won't be Brooke Harrington's.
13:51She's an A-list publicist.
13:53Ruining reputations is her job.
13:55So if I were you, I would watch my mouth around her.
14:01Take this.
14:03Um, I didn't expect to see you here.
14:07I wasn't expecting to see you here either.
14:09You, uh, looking for somebody to put on your matchmaking list?
14:12Hmm, depends what you had in mind.
14:16A girl who's smart, strong, independent.
14:21Maybe she runs her own business.
14:23That's her way around Hollywood.
14:25Sounds like she's hard to find.
14:29Almost impossible.
14:34Actually, there is someone that you should meet.
14:39Who's that?
14:40Lena Turner.
14:41She's one of my clients.
14:43She's one of the best directors in the business.
14:45I'll introduce you two.
14:48Could be good for you.
14:49Is that so?
14:50Mm-hmm.
14:51Lena!
14:52Meet Liam Sterling.
14:54Liam Sterling.
14:56It's so great to meet you.
14:57I've admired you and your work for years.
14:59The feeling's mutual.
15:00Congratulations on the horror film.
15:02You two should work together.
15:04We are working on a new direction for Liam.
15:07Something more serious.
15:08That would be amazing.
15:10I'll leave you two to chat.
15:11Thanks for the introduction.
15:12Anytime.
15:21Well, that was fast.
15:23There's a lot of interaction.
15:24Yeah.
15:29Of course.
15:32Wow.
15:35You look beautiful.
15:36Ethan, shouldn't you be holed up in an office somewhere working late as usual?
15:40Don't look so bummed.
15:42Agents get invited to these things, too.
15:44It's not always just the pretty people.
15:46Speaking of pretty people.
15:50You look jealous.
15:52Why would I be jealous?
15:54Speaking of jealous, what made you run out so quickly this morning?
15:58What made you run out so quickly this morning?
16:00Oh, I didn't want to get in the way of you and, um...
16:03What was it?
16:04Liam.
16:05He's just a client, Ethan.
16:09You alright?
16:10Huh?
16:11I asked if you were alright.
16:13Yeah, just a little overcrowded.
16:16Well, let's get out of here.
16:18I promised Sophie I'd stay with her.
16:22Looks like she'll be okay on her own.
16:25Alright.
16:26Whisk me away, then.
16:27That's the spirit.
16:34Who would have thought that ten years later we'd be so successful?
16:37I knew we would be.
16:39I didn't.
16:40When we came out here right after high school, we had zero plan.
16:43You still wanted to be an actress back then.
16:45Hey, don't make fun of me.
16:47You knew how good I was in Romeo and Juliet.
16:49Oh, who could forget?
16:52But...
16:53People change.
16:55They grow up.
16:57I don't think you're that different.
16:59Liar.
17:01Hey, take that back.
17:03Okay?
17:04I'm super different.
17:05No.
17:06I still feel the same way with you as I did when we were kids.
17:12And how do I make you feel, Ethan?
17:15Uh...
17:16Um...
17:17Well, you're, uh...
17:20You're infuriating.
17:21And...
17:24You're like sunshine all at once.
17:26I will fuck you up, bro!
17:31Fuck you up, bro!
17:33Is that our actual movie guy?
17:34Yeah, it's the one that keeps beating up people for no reason.
17:38Niles!
17:39Niles, stop!
17:40Everyone, stop filming!
17:41Move, Lee.
17:42You're gonna get in the way.
17:43Hey!
17:47Oh my god, are you okay?
17:49Fuck, he got me, huh?
17:51Doctor, come.
17:55Well, he's not gonna get very far.
17:57For action stories, I'd be really sorry.
18:05Let me see it.
18:06It's broken. I know it.
18:08Well, we won't know unless you let me look.
18:14What do you think?
18:17I don't think it's broken.
18:19I think you're gonna be just fine.
18:23You're always taking care of me.
18:26Well, someone has to.
18:28You always get yourself into trouble.
18:31Why are you always the one who has my back?
18:33I guess...
18:35You mean a lot to me.
18:37That's why.
18:39You sure it's not just because you lack control?
18:41I might be a control freak, but that's not why I stick around.
18:48Then why do you?
18:49Ethan?
19:01We can't.
19:05Why not?
19:07We can't.
19:08We can't.
19:10Friends don't do this for friends.
19:13I didn't realize friendship had so many rules.
19:16Hey, you're loopy and I'm tipsy.
19:22How many of those pills did you even take?
19:24I don't know, maybe two?
19:26Or should I take more?
19:30The dosage is one.
19:32You're high off your ass right now.
19:34Oh my god.
19:37Okay.
19:39Alright.
19:40Now time to get sleep before anything gets too crazy.
19:44What's so wrong with things getting out of hand?
19:46Come on, live a little.
19:47Alright.
19:49Good night, Ethan.
19:50Worked out fine.
19:52What?
20:02Oh my god, Niles!
20:05I didn't even know this got leaked.
20:07Seems to be an ongoing trend with Niles.
20:12Thanks for bailing me out, guys.
20:14Real warm reception.
20:16What's the deal?
20:18Whatever.
20:19Can we just go grab something to eat?
20:20Niles.
20:21I'm going to have to let you go.
20:24I'm sorry.
20:26You're a liability.
20:28You're joking, right?
20:30You hit me in the face.
20:32I would've hit anyone in the face.
20:34It wasn't because it was you.
20:35Bro, it was in the moment.
20:37That's almost worse.
20:38Way worse.
20:39No, this is bullshit.
20:41Okay, I hired you as my publicist to deal with this.
20:43Okay?
20:44So make it go away.
20:46I'm a publicist to the stars.
20:48I get clients brand deals and magazine covers.
20:51I make them movie stars.
20:52I can't make criminals look good.
20:54This is so unfair.
20:55Ethan, tell her she's being insane.
20:58I'm dropping you too, Niles.
21:00The studio pulled out of your three-picture deal.
21:02No one wants to work with a serial assaulter.
21:04Now, fuck this.
21:05Fuck you, and fuck you too.
21:08Okay, you're going to pay for this, I swear.
21:14Well, he took that one.
21:16Yeah, he's going to pay for my nose job if this doesn't heal right.
21:22Your nose is fine.
21:24Perfect, even.
21:25Mind dropping me at the office?
21:27You have a car.
21:29I'm all hopped up on pain medication.
21:31Trust me, you don't want to drive.
21:39Are you sure you're good to go in?
21:41I am more than good.
21:43I am incredible.
21:46Okay, thanks.
21:47Hey, seriously, how am I going to explain this to the team?
21:50Tell them you found an action star.
21:52They'll understand.
21:54That's actually really badass if you think about it.
22:07It's not my problem anymore.
22:16This is Brooke?
22:17You might hold all the power in Hollywood right now,
22:19but I'm coming for you, Brooke Harrington.
22:25Who is this?
22:27Someone who could make your life a lot more difficult if you don't start to play nice.
22:40Oh, Sophie.
22:41Hi, it's you. What's up?
22:43I had the best night with Dylan.
22:45He is so charming.
22:46We really clicked.
22:47You were so right.
22:48That's good.
22:50I told you so.
22:51Yeah, but there's one tiny red flag.
22:54He kept bringing you up.
22:56Me?
22:57Why?
22:58Don't know.
22:59It just felt like maybe there was something between you.
23:01Dylan and I? No, no, no.
23:03He's nothing more than a client.
23:05Okay, I just didn't want to step on any toes.
23:08I really like him.
23:09You're good. He's all yours.
23:11Great.
23:12Are we still going to the launch party tonight?
23:14Um, I think I'm just going to sit this one out.
23:18It's been a lot lately.
23:19Saw Niles mugshot.
23:21Not his most flattering look.
23:23Definitely not.
23:26Can I bring Dylan as my plus one?
23:28Uh, yeah. That's a good idea.
23:31You guys should walk the carpet together.
23:34So soon?
23:35Everyone does it. It's Hollywood.
23:38You are the best, Brooke.
23:47Brooke, you came.
23:49This is crazy. I can't believe you booked this movie.
23:52Well, they had another actress, but she had a total meltdown,
23:55so Dylan just threw my name into the ring and they booked me.
23:59Why are you thanking me?
24:00Well, if I would have never met Dylan, then I would have never booked this movie.
24:03You're basically better than my agent.
24:05I'll have to agree with you on that one.
24:08Speaking of agents...
24:10Um, Ethan reps Dylan Parker.
24:13You two seem to be spending a lot of time together recently.
24:16What's up?
24:17It's work. The usual.
24:18Dealing with Niles stuff. You know how it is.
24:20Mm-hmm. Just work.
24:22He's cute, though.
24:24I'm serious. It's nothing more than that.
24:27He's like my oldest friend.
24:29Whatever you say.
24:30But you have to introduce me to him soon.
24:32I need a new agent and I've heard great things about him.
24:34He is the greatest.
24:36Anyway, I have to get to my wardrobe trailer.
24:39Wish me luck.
24:40You are going to do great.
24:45You finally showed up.
24:47Well, I don't want to miss it all.
24:49How's it going?
24:51It depends. You come here to check on Sophie or me?
24:54It better be me.
24:59Well, of course. How's set?
25:02Well, you know, the usual.
25:04Long hours. A lot of takes.
25:06But Sophie, she is just killing it.
25:08I mean, if her looks aren't going to make her a star, her acting definitely would.
25:12I always knew she had it in her.
25:14I've been chatting with some of the producers and they're buzzing about the early dailies.
25:17Sophie's performance is top notch.
25:19You should take her on as a client, Ethan.
25:22Her agent sucks.
25:24Well, it seems like you just want to share all your clients with me, don't you?
25:29You know, between you and me, you're the real secret weapon here, bro.
25:34I didn't know I was directing this film.
25:36You might as well be.
25:38You know you could be in charge of this.
25:40Alright, well, if you're going to take all the credit, I'm going to go make some calls.
25:43But don't let this guy sweet talk you too much, alright?
25:47Yeah, I did want to chat with you.
25:50Run some things by you. Some PR stuff.
25:53Alone.
25:58I'm kind of busy right now, but what did you have in mind?
26:01Yeah, um, I mean, the PR strategy is good.
26:04I just feel like I could use a little more...
26:06personal attention.
26:08You have weekly check-ins on a whole new film right now.
26:11We need some one-on-one time.
26:13Together.
26:14I mean, you are impressive and like...
26:16beyond hot, rookie.
26:18Um...
26:20Dylan, let's focus on your career.
26:23That's what we're here for, right?
26:25I think we could make magic together.
26:28Don't you?
26:32I'm Niles.
26:34Call me.
26:38Who is this?
26:40Have you realized your wrongs?
26:45Wrongs?
26:47What are you talking about?
26:49The sooner you bring Niles Gilmore back to glory, the safer you'll be.
26:54Niles, is this you?
26:56Look, I'm not bringing you back on as a client.
26:59This isn't Niles.
27:00Niles, that's exactly what you would say if it was you.
27:03This isn't fucking Niles.
27:05Then who are you?
27:07Someone who would do anything for Niles Gilmore.
27:10And I won't stop until you pay for his downfall.
27:16Hey, Nathan.
27:18Have you been getting weird phone calls?
27:20No, just the regular actors being desperate and trying to become movie stars.
27:25What's wrong?
27:28Psycho fan is trying to get back at me for firing Niles.
27:32Back at you? How?
27:34I don't know yet. They're being really vague, and it's really annoying.
27:37Just block their number.
27:39I tried, and then they called me back on a new one.
27:42You actually seem kind of worried. Do you want me to do something about it?
27:47What exactly are you going to do, Ethan?
27:50Hey, I am a big, strong guy.
27:53I can beat him up, or give him a chokehold, or something.
27:57You're acting like I didn't just watch Niles Gilmore kick your ass the other night.
28:01No, I think you're thinking of someone else.
28:04Yeah, I'm Frank.
28:06Want me to hang out with you for the day? Keep you company?
28:09Let's see.
28:13You know, I have to get downtown for a magazine cover shoot for Liam.
28:17But I'll let you know if I get any more creepy calls.
28:23You're going to be okay. Just call me if you need anything else, okay?
28:27I forgot you were a hugger.
28:29Thanks, though.
28:38Sexier! Gimme sexy, sexy man!
28:43No! The camera's appointed to here!
28:48How's everything going?
28:49Not well. They're not interested in the new Liam Sterling.
28:52All they want is a sexy, sexy man!
28:54It's okay. I'll take care of this.
28:59Hi, Enzo.
29:01I'm Brooke, Liam's publicist.
29:03So, we're going for a new direction with Liam.
29:07More serious, less sexy.
29:10So, why don't we try this?
29:12The magazine wants a sexy, shirtless, sweaty, sensual...
29:16Unfortunately, that is not what I agreed upon with the creative team.
29:20So, we're either going to have to use the suit,
29:24or you're going to have to find a different cover star.
29:26At the last minute?
29:28This is how it's going to have to be, Enzo.
29:30Ah, cazzo!
29:32Fine. Suit, change, hurry!
29:36Mamma mia!
29:41Ben fatto!
29:44Bravissimo!
29:46This is way cool.
29:48It was so fun to see him in the zone.
29:50Liam, what are you doing here?
29:52He invited me to see him in action.
29:53Did he really?
29:55That's so sweet of him.
29:57He really is a sweetheart.
29:59It's not often you meet a guy that handsome that isn't also a total douchebag.
30:02That's definitely rare in LA.
30:06Okay! Great job! We got the shot!
30:09Bravo!
30:13Made it.
30:14Thanks for having me.
30:15You were great out there.
30:19The suit worked out nicely.
30:23Yeah, thanks again for that.
30:25I don't know what I'd do without you.
30:27Neither do I.
30:28What time is the dinner?
30:30Dinner?
30:34Yeah, it's at 7.
30:36We're going to go check out the new sushi spot on Sunset.
30:38I heard the sashimi is to die for.
30:40Liam got us reservations.
30:42Super cool. That sounds fun.
30:44Right?
30:46Thanks again for introducing us, Brooke.
30:48Liam is amazing.
30:50Of course. That's my job.
30:52You guys have fun.
30:54Sashimi!
30:56Thanks, girl.
31:00What the hell are you doing?
31:02He's your client.
31:04You don't like him.
31:06You're a professional.
31:08Stop.
31:16You're a strong, independent woman.
31:20You don't need him.
31:25Good morning, Brooke.
31:27You have back-to-back meetings today, and Liam Sterling is on the line.
31:29He said it's urgent.
31:31Can you call him while I call him back?
31:39We position Liam as a modern, thoughtful, leading man.
31:43He's pushed past this heartthrob phase
31:45and now we need to highlight his depth.
31:47His next role will be key in redefining his public image.
31:50I like it, but don't you think this shift is too sudden?
31:54His fan base may not be ready.
31:56They want apps.
32:01Don't worry.
32:03I have a plan for that.
32:05As you can see here...
32:11There you are.
32:13I've been trying to reach you all day.
32:18Um, I've been in meetings.
32:20What are you doing in my office?
32:23Margaret...
32:25Brooke, I needed to see you.
32:27We have to talk about the other night.
32:29Liam, we can't.
32:31Not now.
32:35We can't just ignore the chemistry between us.
32:44Okay.
32:46The other day was intense,
32:48but we need to keep things professional.
32:50You have a rebrand to focus on,
32:52and I have a company to run.
32:54I just don't want things to be weird between us.
32:57And I don't want that either.
32:59But we need to cool it for both of our sakes.
33:02And I don't want that either.
33:04But we need to cool it for both of our sakes.
33:17So, Dylan asked me to be his girlfriend.
33:20We're hard-launching on social media.
33:22That's great, so?
33:24You seem happy.
33:25Oh my god, I heard the funniest rumor this morning.
33:28People are saying you and Liam Sterling are in a thing.
33:31Ahem.
33:35Me and Liam?
33:37What?
33:39You know how people talk.
33:40I told them it's ridiculous,
33:41but you two do spend a lot of time together.
33:44Liam is just a client, nothing else.
33:46Right.
33:47LA people love to gossip.
33:49Anyway, I think Dylan is really serious about us.
33:53Come on.
34:00Who was that?
34:01Just work.
34:02Always something.
34:04You're still coming to set tonight, right?
34:06I have that huge scene.
34:08I wouldn't miss it.
34:23Shh.
34:28Ahh!
34:34Hey!
34:38I'll show you this.
34:40Cut!
34:43Dylan, I said cut!
34:45Stop punching.
34:49I didn't even realize Lena was directing this film.
34:52Brooke, she said you're a client.
34:54It's hard to keep it from you lately.
34:57Are you okay?
34:58You're not your usual obnoxiously organized self lately.
35:04Okay, I'm going to tell you this just because I trust you not to repeat it,
35:08but I am beyond overwhelmed.
35:11Did you get any more of those weird calls?
35:13Yeah, I got a message today,
35:15and that on top of work and some other stuff that I'm dealing with.
35:23I think you should get some rest.
35:25I can't.
35:26I promised Sophie I'd stay for her scenes.
35:29She's nervous.
35:33She's lucky to have you.
35:35She's like a little sister to me.
35:38Plus, if I left now, I wouldn't get any sleep anyway, so...
35:42Do you want me to stay over?
35:44Sleep on the couch, just so you're not alone.
35:46Like a sleepover.
35:47That actually sounds really nice, Ethan.
35:50Thanks.
35:51I owe you.
35:53Moving on to the next scene.
36:03Dylan, what are you doing here?
36:05It's the woman's dressing room.
36:07You know what I'm doing.
36:11I literally don't.
36:13You know you want to see what it is.
36:15You don't have to pretend anymore.
36:18You know what?
36:19I'll see Dylan in the parking lot.
36:22No!
36:23Ew!
36:26I don't want any part of you, Dylan.
36:28You're my client. I'm your publicist.
36:30Not to mention you're dating my best friend.
36:32Yeah.
36:33Yeah, she's chill as fuck.
36:35Then act like it.
36:37Because she really likes you.
36:39And if you're not serious about her, it's gonna hurt.
36:42I'm only dating her for the publicity.
36:44I'm gonna drop her ass as soon as the movie comes out,
36:46and then you and I can finally be together.
36:49You and I?
36:52We are never going to be together.
36:54I'm not even remotely interested in you.
36:56If you try this shit again, I'm dropping you as a client.
37:02Motherfucker.
37:04What the fuck, babe?
37:09Brooke, did you see that? This is so much fun.
37:12Um, is everything okay?
37:15I'm just not feeling too well.
37:17Oh, no. I hope you're not coming down to something.
37:19Um, probably just overworked.
37:22Well, go home. Get some rest.
37:24Are you sure?
37:25I'm positive. I really appreciate you coming,
37:28but I need you well-rested so that we can party this weekend, okay?
37:31Okay, fair. But do you have a ride home?
37:34Dylan's driving me. I'll see you.
37:40Ready to get out of here?
37:41Beyond ready.
37:42Okay.
37:44Let's go.
37:53I'll just drive. Let's get out of here.
38:00Alright, the windows and doors are locked and the alarm system's on.
38:04Thanks for checking.
38:06You're safe.
38:07Of course, leaving those messages is just playing a really bad prank,
38:11but it's Niles being childish again.
38:13You really think so?
38:15I do.
38:17But it's okay to be scared.
38:19I'm here for you.
38:22I don't know how much you mean to me.
38:25Goodnight.
38:26Can you please sleep here with me?
38:28Sure.
38:30I'm positive.
38:31I'll always be here for you.
38:41Goodnight.
38:50Can't sleep?
38:52No.
38:54You either?
38:58There's something that's been on my mind.
39:00There's something I've been wanting to do.
39:12I've wanted this for so long.
39:16Me too.
39:18More than anything.
39:19Goodnight.
39:49Goodnight.
40:10Good morning.
40:11I made the coffee unbearably strong just the way you like it.
40:14Amazing.
40:16So you feeling better now?
40:17Huh?
40:19After what?
40:20From a full night's sleep?
40:21Oh.
40:22Yeah.
40:23I slept great.
40:24Thanks for staying with me.
40:25I finally felt a little safe.
40:27No problem.
40:28Plus, your bed's infinitely comfier than mine.
40:30That's sad, Ethan.
40:33Hey, mind if I shower real quick before work?
40:36Yeah, you can use the guest bedroom.
40:37Cool.
40:41Ethan?
40:42You need a towel.
40:50I forgot to...
41:00Wait, we stuck the towels.
41:03Thanks.
41:04Wanna jump in with me?
41:07Shut up.
41:11I should probably go get that.
41:12Want me to check it out?
41:13No.
41:14No, it's okay.
41:15You shower.
41:16I'll be quick.
41:19Okay.
41:26Liam, what are you doing here?
41:28You've been ignoring my calls.
41:30We're supposed to be distancing.
41:32I'm over that.
41:33Look, can I come inside?
41:34No.
41:37No, I don't think that's a good idea.
41:39You're being really weird.
41:40No, I'm being cautious.
41:42Okay?
41:43People can't see us together.
41:45There's already rumors swirling.
41:47So let rumors be rumors, especially if they're true.
41:52No one has to know that.
41:54So what if we're attracted to each other?
41:57So what if I want to see you, Brooke?
41:59I don't care, alright?
42:00I like being around you and I want to explore our connection.
42:06I can't do this, okay?
42:09Brooke, come on, wait!
42:10I'm sorry.
42:17Your shower head's incredible.
42:19Gotta guarantee your designer's contact info.
42:21Yeah, they're great.
42:22I'll give it to you.
42:25Who's at the door?
42:28Um...
42:30Just some girls selling cookies.
42:34Do you want to get breakfast?
42:36No, I'm just gonna head to the office early.
42:39I already turned down breakfast.
42:41I'm just not hungry.
42:43See you later.
42:51So why'd you call me here?
42:52You want to offer me representation again?
42:55I'd rather eat glass, Niles.
42:57I want to know why you're leaving me these insane messages.
43:04This isn't for me.
43:06Don't bullshit us, Niles.
43:07Tell the truth.
43:09I won't be mad.
43:10I didn't send you this.
43:11What about the creepy voice calls?
43:13The voice changer didn't fool me.
43:15What phone calls?
43:16Brooke, look, I don't have time for this, okay?
43:18Why don't you just admit it?
43:20Look, I'm sorry that I dropped you, but I have a business to run.
43:23Okay?
43:25Did you do this or not?
43:27Brooke, let me tell you something.
43:29I have court dates, no movie deals, and two excessively large mansions
43:34that I'm trying to figure out how to pay for to keep out of foreclosure.
43:37So no, I didn't have time to deliver pranks that you're dealing with.
43:41Okay.
43:43Do you believe him?
43:44I do.
43:46So can I go?
43:47Or are you going to try to accuse me of something else I didn't do?
43:49No, you can go.
43:51Sorry.
43:56We should call the cops, right?
43:57Get an investigation going?
43:59No, not yet.
44:00Thanks, partner.
44:04Okay.
44:09The customer you're trying to reach is not available.
44:12Please call back.
44:16Hi, I question Niles.
44:19Please call me ASAP.
44:21I'm sorry.
44:32Sophie, what's going on? I got your text.
44:34What's the emergency?
44:40He broke up with me, Brooke.
44:42What? When? When did this happen?
44:44After our last scene. He said it was because of you.
44:47That you didn't think I was good enough to be with him.
44:49What?
44:51I would never say that. He's lying.
44:53Then why would he blame you?
44:55I don't know. I guess he's using me as an excuse.
44:58I feel so stupid. I really liked him. We even got these matching bracelets.
45:04You're not stupid, okay? Dylan messed up. You deserve better.
45:09Are you sure you didn't tell him to break up with me?
45:11I swear, okay? He's just avoiding accountability. He's a douche.
45:15How am I supposed to finish this movie with him?
45:19Sophie, you're a professional. Don't let him ruin this for you.
45:25You're right. Yeah. Okay.
45:30One second.
45:31It's Ethan.
45:36Ethan, what are you doing here?
45:38Sophie and I have a meeting.
45:39You haven't been answering any of my calls.
45:42Busy day.
45:43Sophie.
45:45What's wrong? Are you okay?
45:47Dylan broke up with me, but I'm okay.
45:50I'm so sorry to hear that.
45:52Do you want to reschedule the meeting? Because I totally understand.
45:54No, no, no, no. Absolutely not. I've been waiting to talk to you.
45:57Great. So have I.
46:02Brooke, I will see you after I wrap here tonight.
46:05Can you just shut the door on your way out?
46:07Yeah, sure.
46:09Ethan, call me back whenever you can, okay? It's really important.
46:12Yeah, okay.
46:23Oh, what's good? It's Big Deal.
46:25Damn.
46:26You fucking liar.
46:27What are you talking about?
46:28Why the hell did you lie to her?
46:32You made it very easy for me.
46:34What are you talking about?
46:35Why the hell did you lie to her?
46:39You made it very clear that you were never going to sleep with me.
46:41I was only dating her to get close to you.
46:43You're disgusting.
46:45I'll make sure your career crashes and burns if you don't admit that you lied to her.
46:48I didn't lie to her.
46:51Okay.
46:52I lied. I lied.
46:54I'm sorry.
46:56I'll apologize to her tonight, okay?
46:58You trying to kill my star?
47:01He's a fool when stars clatter.
47:03Can we talk?
47:04In private.
47:10Wow, nice outfit.
47:11Sit down.
47:14Lena, what's wrong?
47:15Did something happen on set?
47:17You tell me.
47:18Because from where I'm standing, something's definitely going on, just not on my set.
47:22I don't understand.
47:24I'm talking about you and Liam.
47:26Liam?
47:28You introduced us, pushed us together, and all the while you were sleeping with him?
47:33No, it's not like that.
47:35Bullshit!
47:36Everyone's talking about it.
47:38You and Liam sneaking around behind my back.
47:40You think I'm dumb?
47:42Lena, I didn't mean for this to happen.
47:44There is something going on between us, but...
47:46What? You didn't expect to fall into his bed?
47:49You set us up like pawns in your game and now you want him for yourself?
47:52No, I truly wanted you two to be happy.
47:55You don't care about me.
47:57You only care about your selfish matchmaking games.
48:00You didn't care what this would do to me.
48:02That's not true, Lena.
48:05I'm sorry.
48:06You're sorry you got caught.
48:07Luckily I'm over him.
48:09He really is just a shallow, pretty boy.
48:12Even with your shitty PR, you're great.
48:14We're done.
48:16Get out.
48:25Get out.
48:44Sophie, I said seven. It's almost eight.
48:46Sorry, we got distracted.
48:49Is that so?
48:50He's so funny.
48:51You have to tell Brooke about the story of your dog in the summer house.
48:54You mean my dog eating the lasagna that his mom made for dinner?
48:58I know that one.
49:00I was there.
49:06Hey, can you go stir the pot on the stove?
49:08I have to talk to Ethan about a shared client.
49:10You made dinner? On it.
49:15So, I talked to Niles and he swear it wasn't him.
49:18I don't know if we should believe him, but...
49:20I mean, I kind of believe him because I have other suspects in mind.
49:23What do you think?
49:24I don't know, Brooke.
49:25Some people are good liars, even those you wouldn't expect.
49:28Yeah, but Niles isn't that good of an actor.
49:31No, he's not.
49:32But clearly you are.
49:34What are you talking about?
49:36I don't want to get into it right now, Brooke.
49:38I'm just dropping off Soph.
49:40Soph?
49:42Since when do you two do nicknames?
49:44We have a lot in common, okay?
49:45And she sees me, Brooke.
49:46Sees you?
49:47What does that even mean?
49:50I...
49:57I was just throwing Niles when this flew through the window.
49:59It wasn't me, I swear.
50:01What is it?
50:06I knew it.
50:07Knew what?
50:11What are you talking about?
50:13Oh my God.
50:17I want to see.
50:20Holy shit, Brooke.
50:22I lied.
50:23You lied to me about the rumors.
50:24You said it was nothing.
50:27I...
50:28I didn't mean to.
50:29I wasn't trying to lie to you.
50:30You weren't trying to lie to me.
50:32We're supposed to tell each other everything.
50:33We're best friends.
50:34I didn't know how to tell you, Sophie.
50:36So what was I, Brooke?
50:38Just a backup?
50:40Someone to keep you around while you were sneaking off with Liam?
50:42No, Ethan.
50:43It wasn't like that.
50:44I didn't...
50:45You knew exactly what you were doing.
50:46What?
50:47I thought we were finally...
50:50going to admit how we felt about each other.
50:53More than friends.
50:56Ethan.
50:57I didn't mean to hurt you.
50:59You hurt us both, Brooke.
51:01I defended you when everybody was talking behind your back.
51:04I know.
51:05I just...
51:06I didn't want it to be real.
51:07I thought that if I ignored it, it would just go away.
51:10Well, it's pretty real now, isn't it?
51:13I thought we had something, Brooke.
51:14Can't you feel it too?
51:16Brooke.
51:17You need to figure out what you want.
51:19You can't keep playing with people's emotions.
51:21They're not a game, no matter how much you'd like them to be.
51:26I deserve better than this, Brooke.
51:28Ethan, I don't understand.
51:29I thought we were just friends.
51:30I didn't...
51:31Bullshit.
51:34After all these years, I figured you'd realize that what we had is special.
51:38You are special to me.
51:40Yeah, maybe when you're not falling into bed with some movie star.
51:42Ethan, wait.
51:44Save it, Brooke.
51:50Thanks.
51:56Oh, no!
51:57Did my brick end up in your perfectly pristine kitchen?
52:00Are you happy now?
52:01Not even close.
52:02You'll pay.
52:03Go to hell.
52:08I said go to hell!
52:12Whoa, wait.
52:13What did I do?
52:14Liam?
52:16I'm sorry. I thought you were someone else.
52:18Brooke, can I come over?
52:19I want to see you.
52:23Fine.
52:28Good old Hollywood rumor mill strikes again.
52:30It's not a rumor if it's true.
52:33It's a shame things between us had to cause so much drama.
52:35It's crazy.
52:36I can craft and control all of my clients with public images.
52:41Spin any story around.
52:44Make bad press good.
52:46Shape the way Hollywood sees them.
52:49But when it comes to people I actually care about, I'm powerless.
52:55I have this wall over everything.
52:58Everything's controlled.
53:00It looks easily managed.
53:02But no, in reality, it's such a mess.
53:06I spent so long creating these perfect lives for everyone else.
53:12I think it's just time for me to be honest about mine.
53:15You know, you can control everybody else's image.
53:17But when it comes to your own life, sometimes the spotlight burns too bright.
53:21I should have understood the consequences for everyone.
53:25For you.
53:27For Lena.
53:28For Ethan.
53:31You know, Ethan's not totally innocent in all this either.
53:35He's been keeping things bottled up for way too long.
53:37I should have just been honest with him.
53:39Now I'm afraid that I lost him for good.
53:41You won't lose me.
53:42To be determined.
53:44Maybe it's time to stop worrying about control.
53:46Just let things happen naturally.
53:55William, I'm sorry.
53:57You love Ethan?
53:59Yeah.
54:02I do.
54:04I understand.
54:06And for what it's worth,
54:07I think you should go get what you want.
54:08You're not upset?
54:10I am.
54:12But I would never want to stop you from following your heart.
54:22Hi, Ethan.
54:24Surprise, Brooke.
54:25It's you.
54:27Where's Ethan?
54:28Ethan and Sophie are with me.
54:30Let's just say they're safe for now.
54:32You have Sophie too?
54:34Where are you?
54:35Where are you?
54:37Oh, you'll know soon enough.
54:39But here's the thing.
54:40If you want to see them again, play by my rules.
54:42I'll do anything.
54:43Check your texts.
54:50Let's go.
54:51I'll drive.
55:01Wait.
55:02If things got out of control, you need to run.
55:04Okay?
55:05This doesn't involve you.
55:06I'm not leaving your side.
55:08Okay.
55:13Hello?
55:21Welcome to the final act, Brooke.
55:23I'm so glad you could make it.
55:25Let them go.
55:26Thanks for bringing another famous face to me.
55:28I'll make a great addition to my kill team.
55:30No one's getting killed tonight.
55:35No!
55:37Well, I guess it's time for the big reveal.
55:47Niles.
55:48You swore that it wasn't me.
55:50I'm a fucking actor.
55:52All we do is lie.
55:53You know, Brooke.
55:54For someone who thinks they hold all the power,
55:56you really are just another stupid, stupid Hollywood girl.
56:01You're insane.
56:02Tell me what you want so we can get this over with.
56:04What do I want?
56:06I want you all to feel like I felt when I was betrayed.
56:12You think you're untouchable.
56:14PR queen.
56:16Always in control.
56:18But Brooke, you're just like the rest of us.
56:21Dispose of me.
56:24This is all because of your stupid ego.
56:27Ego?
56:28No.
56:29Brooke, this is about you.
56:31The company.
56:32Liam.
56:33Sophie.
56:34Ethan.
56:36They stole your attention from me.
56:39But I'm taking it back.
56:41You're wrong, Niles.
56:42PR isn't about power.
56:44It's about helping people.
56:46And I tried to help you, but you're Beyoncé.
56:48Nope.
56:50Brooke, be honest with yourself.
56:52It's about control.
56:54Bending people to your will.
56:57Do you really think that you can play puppet master forever?
57:08You're quick.
57:09But not all you know.
57:14Go to hell.
57:15I don't think so.
57:18Ah!
57:25Show's over, Niles.
57:27I'm a fucking movie star, you can't kill me.
57:30I'm in control.
57:33Ow.
57:45Brooke, you really kicked his ass.
57:47Oh my god, you fucked him up.
57:49Brooke, I'm so sorry.
57:51No, this is all my fault.
57:53No, Brooke.
57:55I've wasted the last ten years of my life
57:57hiding the way I felt about you.
57:59I don't want to hide anymore.
58:01I'm so desperately in love with you.
58:03I don't want to spend another day of my life without you by my side.
58:05I will not stop fighting until I win you back from Liam.
58:08Ethan, Liam and I were nothing, okay?
58:10I'm in love with you.
58:12Okay? And I'm sorry that I've been hiding...
58:25I love you, Ethan Prescott.
58:27I love you, Brooke Harington.
58:31Guys, I'm... I'm still tied up.
58:39No, it's cool. I got it.
58:41Liam, I'm so glad you're okay.
58:45Hey, can I ask you something?
58:47Anything.
58:49I look like really heroic, right?
58:51I mean, until I got knocked out.
58:53Yes, um...
58:55It was fair.
58:58What do you say we get out of here?
59:00That sounds like a good idea to me.
59:02Um, guys?
59:04Where's Niles?
59:06He must have ran off.
59:08He won't be very far.
59:10He's not a very fast runner, huh?
59:28You did good, Brooke.
59:31Couldn't do it without you.
59:33What do you say we take to the carpet dance?
59:35I'd go anywhere with you.