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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, Kim Kardashian, Keanu Reeves and More Attend LACMA Art + Film Gala https://t.co/YQrQk1M1B0
— People (@people) November 5, 2023
Photos from the 2023 LACMA Art+Film Gala: Jennifer Lopez, Blackpink's Rosé, Elliot Page and more stars https://t.co/MeWNHgn1ON
— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) November 5, 2023
David Fincher Calls for Hollywood to Get "Back to Work," "Very Soon" at LACMA Art+Film Gala https://t.co/Wul1u8WjMI
— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) November 5, 2023
Conversations often centered on the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike and whether it is about to resolve, a subject broached by Fincher in his speech from the stage. “We must get these supremely talented people back to work. We have to very soon,” said the director, who was introduced by Pitt, who has starred in three of Fincher’s films.
Pitt joked about the exacting standards of Fincher when shooting. “Here’s some things you will hear on a David Fincher shoot: ‘Let’s shoot this now before we all lose interest in living.’ ‘OK, we have the out-of-focus version. Now let’s try one that’s in focus.’ ‘That was shit through no fault of my own.’ And a personal fave: ‘I want you guys to enjoy yourselves, but that’s what Saturdays and Sundays are for.'” The actor went on to praise the director, saying, “Working with him, you will know what excellence feels like. His films — they’ve always challenged our sense of safety. As he says, ‘If we’re not out there juggling chainsaws, we’re doing ourselves a disservice.’” He also touted Fincher for “the countless technical advancements he’s brought in our industry,” for helping advance the careers of numerous cinematographers and for all the career advice that he’s generously given to “aspiring young directors.” Added Pitt, referring to a popular Netflix feature, “He even created the ‘Skip Intro’ button you’ll probably use tonight.”
All the official photos at the event were from Getty. There were no photos of Brad accompanying the above articles because Getty didn't have any available. Getty posted a photo where he can be vaguely seen behind Fincher after giving his introduction but his head was bowed, his image darkened, and he was not ID'd.
The only photos online of Brad right after the event were low-res cellphone photos taken by other attendees. They show that Brad was much more clearly visible onstage than Getty made him appear.
This is highly unusual. If it was a special request from Brad, there was presumably a promise to help Getty recoup the lost revenue elsewhere. Quid pro quo. As reporter Omid Scobie wrote previously
Predictable noise coming from Pitt's side (who in 2016 promised all sorts to certain outlets in exchange for ignoring Jolie's story). The fact all children remain close with their mother and Zahara has advocated for the renewal of the Violence Against Woman Act says a lot more. https://t.co/m1H0i630ub
— Omid Scobie (@scobie) October 5, 2022
He had a lot to hide after September 2016. It took a long time for him to understand the therapeutic process and what he needed to do. While he was emotionally reeling from what he had wrought and dealing with alcohol withdrawal, his reps likely took complete charge of crisis management. Their actions as described by Scobie could not have helped Brad's cause with the children. Scobie states the obvious: PEOPLE will lie for a price. They lied for Brad's team in 2016 and they're lying again for him now.
Getty isn't lying but it's very curious why all his official, hi-res photos at an event to honor one of his best friends, where he appeared onstage in a prominent role, and to benefit an institution he has long supported were suppressed.
Four days after the event, Getty posted one photo of Brad with Fincher and gala co-chair Eva Chow.
This is the 2nd fête after the César Awards ceremony last February that Brad was asked to introduce Fincher. Brad also avoided walking the red carpet at the César Awards but Getty posted photos of him onstage.
Ines de Ramon was with him at the César Awards after-party and she was seen again at the LACMA after-party. There was no sign of her at the LACMA gala ceremony and it appears that in both the Cesar and LACMA she only showed up at the after-party. Aside from the photo above, Brad posed for several selfies inside the gala.
This time last year a press release via People claimed she was at the Babylon after-party, "the two mingling with guests, occasionally with their arms around each other." None of the numerous photos taken of Brad at the after-party showed anyone who looked like Ines. No one at the after-party reported seeing them together.
A video from the LACMA after-party shows them entering while Lenny Kravitz was performing onstage.
It was dark and the floor was sloping down towards where people were gathered in front of the outdoor stage but Brad did not offer Ines his arm or otherwise try to help or guide her. As it was in videos from other appearances notably the British Grand Prix, his hands were tucked away while they walked at times a foot or more apart. He then strode ahead of her towards the floor, bopping to the music, without glancing back at her. This is far from how he normally behaves (e.g. with Angelina). But this is apparently the agreed-upon code of conduct between him and Ines. It includes a no-touch clause.
Their actual behavior provides a counterpoint to the alternate reality they have PEOPLE print. They invite you to draw your own conclusions --- as many including deuxmoi readers did.
The stories may be a concoction but unlike all the others, it is their concoction, not the tabloids'. She's been around for a while. He's not looking. That is the message. Especially useful in public gatherings. Like after-parties.
Brad Pitt and Girlfriend Ines de Ramon Are 'Hot and Heavy,' 'Very Happy' Together (Exclusive Source) https://t.co/MXR3TH9kvR
— People (@people) November 7, 2023
Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon are enjoying their time together.
After the pair attended LACMA’s 12th annual Art+Film Gala in Los Angeles Saturday, a source tells PEOPLE they're going strong. "They are hot and heavy," the source says, adding that the two are "very happy and very much together."
"They enjoy each other's company and had a great time at the gala together," the source adds of Pitt, 59, and de Ramon, 33.
Two sources confirmed the couple's public appearance together on Saturday night. While they did not pose for photos together, "they were super loving, laughing and joking with everyone around them," one source said.
“They seemed to be having a good time," the latter source said.
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Salma's arms are not crossed.Salma Hayek listening to Brad Pitt and David Fincher. Who are you in your math class?
— D.K. (@TheJolieMagic) November 6, 2023
1. Crossing your arms and leaning back in your chair
or
2. lean forward? pic.twitter.com/9cfvYC8gQ8
You can see part of Salma's shiny gown in the space between her left upper arm and her body. The slight bulge by her left shoulder is her left wrist. Her arms are in front of her not across her body. But she undoubtedly found Fincher's call for Hollywood to get back to work far more interesting than Brad's jokes.
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