Chapter 301: The Last Banner of the Original Movie

Three days later, Ronan signed a formal contract with Christian Bale on behalf of the "Pirates of the Caribbean" crew.

The signing location was in the office building of Warner Studios, and the media was not invited to participate. The crew just released an announcement on the official blog.

Compared with Johnny Depp, Christian Bale is much less famous, and correspondingly, his pay is also lower.

Christian Bale also signed a trilogy contract with the crew, with a first film fee of $1 million.

In the office, after the two parties signed the contract, Ronan shook hands with Christian Bale: "It's a pleasant cooperation."

"Happy cooperation." Christian Bale shook Ronan's hand vigorously.

Ronan said directly: "I hope you can join the crew this week."

Christian Bale said: "No problem."

Ronan sent Christian Bell and his agent Patrick Whitesell away, returned to the office, and saw the weight gain and muscle gain plan formulated by the crew nutritionist and fitness division based on Christian Bell's physical condition.

As we all know, sudden obesity and sudden thinness will hurt the body, so a scientific plan must be formulated.

According to a nutritionist, Christian Bale's stomach has shrunk due to weight control during the filming of "American Psycho" and he needs to adjust his diet as soon as possible.

After entering the crew, Christian Bale needs to eat five meals a day, and the food is mainly high-calorie foods such as pizza and ice cream.

For most people, gaining weight first and then building muscle is definitely a very painful process.

Before signing, Ronan talked about this with Christian Bale. Bell said that he really wanted to challenge himself to see if he could do it, and he was very addicted to the process.

Ronan believes Christian Bale can do it.

In his previous life, because of the "Batman" trilogy, he had seen news reports on this.

At that time, Bell took over the filming of "The Mechanic". The character in the play asked to "look as if he hadn't slept for a year." Relying on hunger and a lot of physical exertion, Bell lost 63 pounds in 2 weeks. He originally planned to lose 63 pounds. Lost 100 pounds, but the doctor warned him that if he lost any more weight, he might die young, so Bell stopped the terrible body-building training.

Just after finishing his extreme challenge, Bell received the role of Batman. As a superhero without superpowers, Batman needs to keep his physical fitness at its peak at all times, which means that in the shortest possible time, Bell To transform from a weak sick man into a muscular superhero...

As for the result, anyone who has seen "Batman" knows it.

That afternoon, the agent of a small company contacted by Brian Lord brought dozens of ordinary actors to the Warner Studios. Ronan took the time to go and see for himself. He was very satisfied with the efficiency of CAA. The actors are all crooked, and their appearance is very distinctive.

Originally, she has a unique appearance, but when she puts on make-up and styling during shooting, it is absolutely unforgettable.

Pirates who stay at sea all year round must be dirty and smelly.

With a handsome appearance and fair and delicate skin, is he still called a pirate?

Ronan deliberately arranged for the styling department to have some of them audition in makeup, and the results were pretty good.

Not only are these people outstanding in appearance, but they all have a prosperous beauty. Most of them have been in Hollywood for many years, and their acting skills are also good.

Ronan arranged for an associate producer to discuss cooperation with the other party in detail. As the pirate actors on the Black Pearl, he also asked them to sign a trilogy contract.

In this way, a group of very distinctive pirates can be guaranteed.

However, the skin of these actors is still too fair and delicate.

Ronan had already thought of a good way. After the contract was signed, when these actors were preparing, let them go around in the studio's huge sandy open-air studio, and it must be under the sun.

Exposure to the sun for several months is guaranteed to make their skin darker and rougher.

Also, you can say hello to Gore Verbinski. When filming, the actors' costumes will be worn in the sun on the open-air set for three days. No one is allowed to take them off or wash them. You are not allowed to take a bath during the day.

Guaranteed to be all stinky.

Such a typical first-line costume production must conform to the background of that era.

In the era when Pirates of the Caribbean were rampant, it was difficult to take a bath every day, take a shower every day, shave and blow your hair. Is that still a pirate? Who expects a group of pirate outlaws to smile with eight teeth so dazzlingly white?

Not just clothing, but styling as well.

The stylist had submitted a plan and report to Ronan long ago. Pirate makeup is not about covering up flaws on the face, let alone smooth and fair skin, but highlighting rough and tough lines, showing the most masculine and wild beauty that men should have.

The reason why Hollywood movies do this is actually consistent with the aesthetics of the entire society. Ronan read a very famous book on film modeling and said that so far, the aesthetics of Westerners is still the atmosphere of the industrial age. Adoration to the raw charm full of wildness.

In other words, the mainstream of society still likes those muscular wild beauty.

In fact, it can also be seen from the situation of Hollywood's first-line stars, regardless of men and women, the rough type occupies the vast majority, and the delicate and beautiful ones are rare.

At the end of a busy day, Ronan left the office and walked up the stairs to the lobby on the first floor. He was about to visit the studio again, but he met a very familiar person in the lobby.

This man was about thirty years old, with golden brown hair combed into a big part. At first glance, the hairstyle looked a bit like Liu Kuisheng.

Ronan's eyes fell on the other party, and the other party also noticed him.

Now that they met, Ronan took the initiative to walk over and asked, "Are you director Christopher Nolan?"

"I am." Christopher Nolan didn't know Ronan, and looked at him suspiciously: "Excuse me, are you..."

Ronan introduced himself: "Ronan Anderson, a producer."

Christopher Nolan was moved instantly, and said quickly: "Hello, Mr. Anderson. I have seen your productions of "Death Comes" and "Human Purge Project."

Ronan shook hands with Christopher Nolan and said: "I also saw your filming of "Memento."

Christopher Nolan said: "It's my honor." He looked at Ronan: "I didn't expect Mr. Anderson to be so young."

Ronan smiled: "Director Nolan is also young and promising."

In his early thirties, being able to direct and shoot a movie for theaters definitely deserves this praise.

Christopher Nolan had heard about Ronan, and said modestly, "It's no match for Mr. Anderson."

There were not many people in the hall. The two stood near the door and chatted for a while. Ronan said: "Memento left a very deep impression on me. The narrative technique in it is a stroke of genius. After I watched the movie, , I've always wanted to get to know Director Nolan, but I didn't expect to meet him here today."

Christopher Nolan thought of Ronan's identity as a producer and the owner of the film company, and said with a smile: "I will be at Warner Studios recently, and we may meet often in the future."

Ronan asked at the right time: "Are you busy working in the studio? A new film project?"

Christopher Nolan replied: "In the later stages of a new movie."

Ronan tentatively asked: "Can you know what project it is?"

Christopher Nolan thought about it for a while, and said: "A suspense film, about a murder case in Alaska, adapted from an old Norwegian movie."

Ronan has seen all Christopher Nolan's films, and upon hearing what he said, he immediately guessed that it should be "White Night" adapted from the old Norwegian film "Insomnia".

"When will it be completed?" Ronan said deliberately: "I hope to see this film sooner."

Christopher Nolan received such great support from Legendary Films and Warner Bros. in his previous life. In addition to his own talent, it is also an aspect of being a human being. He immediately said to Ronan: "When the film is completed and the audition is held, Mr. Anderson is welcome to participate. "

Ronan replied, "I'll definitely be there."

Christopher Nolan hurriedly asked, "Your contact information..."

Ronan took out his business card, handed it to Christopher Nolan, and said, "This is my personal phone number."

Christopher Nolan solemnly put it away, and also handed Ronan a piece of his personal business card, saying, "I will notify you when the film is finished."

Ronan nodded slightly, and said, "Director Nolan, I really like the style you expressed in "Memento". I hope we can have opportunities to cooperate in the future."

Christopher Nolan said very politely: "I also hope to cooperate with Mr. Anderson."

Having said that, Ronan basically achieved his goal. Before leaving, he said again: "Director Nolan, if you encounter difficulties in your future film projects or lack of funds, you can call me at any time."

There are multiple film companies and multiple paths. Christopher Nolan, who is still a young director, attaches great importance to Ronan's words and said: "I will. Thank you Mr. Anderson for your love."

He is full of talent, and if he wants to turn it into an image on the big screen, he needs a lot of money and the full support of the film company.

Christopher Nolan knows very well that getting acquainted with such a rich film company owner will not do any harm to his future career.

Ronan nodded with a smile, said a few more polite words, and left the studio building first.

It was a pleasant surprise to meet Christopher Nolan here.

In his previous life, Christopher Nolan's most important partners were undoubtedly Legendary Pictures and Warner Bros. Warner Bros. is currently incomparable, but Legendary Pictures...

The former Christopher Nolan is undoubtedly a top commercial film director. In Hollywood, where adaptations and sequels are popular, he has even become the last banner of original big-budget films.

If we can establish a stable cooperative relationship with Christopher Nolan, it will be of great help to Sandsea Entertainment.