Chapter Nine Hundred and Sixty IX Not Afraid at All

Before the first weekend in November, the Kodak Theater on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was crowded, and many celebrities in the industry were invited to attend the grand premiere held by DreamWorks.

The premiere this time is extraordinary. It is the first time that DreamWorks Animation Studio has returned to the DreamWorks system after the separation of DreamWorks Animation Studio and DreamWorks.

DreamWorks finally ushered in the situation that Spielberg and Jerry Katzenberg strived to create, with DreamWorks animated feature films produced and distributed entirely by DreamWorks.

The cartoon that will premiere today is called "The Wanderings of the Rat Country", which is the highest-budget animated feature film ever produced by DreamWorks Animation Studios, and the final public production cost is as high as 150 million US dollars.

An ally on the same front as DreamWorks and former publisher of DreamWorks Animation, Ronan also received an invitation from Spielberg and Jeff Katzenberg to co-sign.

"You are welcome, Ronan."

In the front hall of the Kodak Theater, Jeff Katzenberg was the first to greet Ronan and hug him: "DreamWorks Animation Studio can be today, thanks to your help."

Ronan said politely: "This is too outlandish. Jerry, the main reason is that DreamWorks Animation Studio has the strength."

Jeff Katzenberg laughed, a particularly hearty smile.

It seems that after returning to DreamWorks and reaching a potential balance of power distribution with Spielberg, the animator who has been resentful since leaving Disney Animation Studios has gradually calmed down.

Spielberg came up to shake hands with Ronan at this time: "Ronan, it is an honor for DreamWorks to have you here."

The other party spoke politely, and Ronan would not lack manners: "Steven, we are partners, and even allies on the same front. Of course, we must come to support."

In the early years, Spielberg had a bad impression of Ronan, but it has gradually changed in the past two years. Although the two sides are not friends, they have never been enemies.

"I have read the first draft of "Lincoln"." Spielberg mentioned the cooperation between the two parties: "I think it can be delayed for a year or two, and wait for the affirmative action..."

Ronan understood what he meant, and also knew that if this kind of film wanted to make a profit, it had to take the award route, so he nodded immediately and said, "Yes."

After a little deliberation, he said, "Steven, I can wait for you to finish "Raiders of the Lost Ark 4"."

Spielberg and George Lucas are back together, and Indiana Jones is about to make a comeback.

"Okay." Spielberg nodded and said, "We'll discuss the details."

Ronan was about to enter the VIP room of the theater. Before he left, he thought of something and said, "Steven, Martin's new film will have a premiere in a while. This is Martin's return to the theme of gangsters. If you have time, you can come to attend. premiere."

Spielberg immediately said: "I will definitely go."

The four major directors in Hollywood in the 1980s were inextricably linked, and they had a close relationship with each other. There are some things that Ronando doesn't need to say.

As long as Martin Scorsese's film is above the standard, Spielberg will definitely support him.

As soon as Ronan entered the VIP room, he saw the other three of the four directors, George Lucas, Martin Scorsese and Francis Coppola formed a small circle.

"Hi, three." Ronan walked over directly: "What are you talking about? The discussion is very lively."

George Lucas is very familiar with Ronan: "Old friends meet,

Of course I am happy. "

Francis Coppola said: "Ronan, the film you and Sofia collaborated with this year is very good."

Ronan said: "If several people support, Sophia might still get an Oscar nomination for best director."

Martin Scorsese said: "Sofia did a great job, and "Juno" fully deserves a best director nomination."

George Lucas said, "Martin, how confident are you this year."

Martin Scorsese did not answer, but looked at Ronan: "This kind of question, Ronan's answer is more appropriate."

Ronan couldn't help laughing: "The film will be released soon. As long as you have watched the premiere, you will know that "The Departed" is definitely worthy of an Oscar for Best Director."

George Lucas said with a smile: "Unfortunately, I am not a member of the academy and have no voting rights."

This is the truth. George Lucas simply withdrew from the directors' union when the opening title of "Star Wars" did not meet the requirements of the directors' union. He also automatically lost his membership of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Since then, he has never return.

Francis Coppola said at this time: "We must watch the premiere, and we should support Martin."

Martin Scorsese smiled at the two old friends and said directly: "This is my biggest regret."

Ronan didn't say any more, and he and George Lucas broke away from this circle and chatted about "Raiders of the Lost Ark 4".

As we all know, Lucasfilm has two treasure troves - "Star Wars" and Industrial Light and Magic

The "Raiders of the Lost Ark" series can be said to be the third largest treasure trove of Lucasfilm.

Although the influence of Dr. Indiana Jones is not comparable to that of "Star Wars", he is also a figure in the history of photography, and even influenced a whole generation of movie fans.

However, what is more troublesome is that the copyright of the "Raiders of the Lost Ark" series is shared by Lucasfilm and Paramount Pictures, the distributor of the year.

Ronan has heard a lot about "Raiders of the Lost Ark 4". For example, Spielberg is really a good godfather. Relativity Entertainment didn't use Shia LaBeouf to star in "Transformers". He stuffed his godson into it. The "Raiders of the Lost Ark 4" crew as a supporting actor, that is, the son of Indiana Jones.

Its purpose is obvious, after all, Harrison Ford is old, and Indiana Jones needs a successor.

If the series can be filmed smoothly, Shia LaBeouf will become the new leading actor in the "Raiders of the Lost Ark" series.

It's a pity that this one really failed Spielberg's love and can be called the male version of Lindsay Lohan.

At the end of the conversation with George Lucas, Ronan met many of the main creators of "The Wanderings in the Rat Country".

As a top-level animation production with an investment of up to 150 million US dollars, the dubbing lineup can also be said to be strong enough.

The voices of the two protagonists in the cartoon are performed by Kate Winslet and Hugh Jackman.

Kate Winslet and tonight's male companion Leonardo DiCaprio also took the initiative to say hello after seeing Ronan.

Ronan looked at Leonardo and said bluntly: "Leo, I haven't seen you for a while, you look a lot fatter."

Leonardo rubbed his face and said, "Maybe I haven't paid much attention to my diet recently."

Kate Winslet revealed with a smile: "He did it on purpose and wanted to be a veritable acting school."

Ronan said nonsense seriously: "Isn't Leo originally an acting school?"

Both Leonardo and Kate Winslet laughed. The relationship between these two people is not so good with Ronan, but there is no conflict of interest, and they can talk and laugh together.

Seeing the two holding hands together, Ronan asked half-jokingly, "Kate, Leo, are you together?"

"No." Kate Winslet denied: "Leo and I have always been good friends."

Ronan sighed intentionally: "The biggest regret I had watching "Titanic" back then was that Jack and Ruth couldn't get together."

Leonardo said: "It is difficult to make up for the regrets in the movie outside the movie."

Ronan nodded: "That's right." He saw Tom Cruise and Will Smith, and pointed to the two of them: "I won't bother you."

When walking over there, Ronan turned his head and took a look. Leon Ando was tall and fat, and Kate Winslet was getting richer and richer. The two really should get together.

The most romantic thing in this world is that you are fat and I am fat too?

"When did you come?" Tom Cruise asked Ronan.

"It's been a while." Ronan said casually, "I chatted with George Lucas and Leonardo for a while."

Will Smith said, "Ronan, you should come to my rave party."

Tom Cruise deliberately tilted his head and looked at Will Smith: "You guy, are you really not scared at all?"

"What are you afraid of?" Will Smith said plausibly, "All the female guests I invited have the latest inspection certificates."

He lowered his voice: "Don't even think about it. With the current atmosphere in the circle, those people still want to do business. They must release the resources in their hands to reassure customers. This is actually the safest time."

Tom Cruise was directly defeated by Will Smith's heresy: "You are still amazing, you can't admire it."

Will Smith turned to Ronan, "You're not intimidated, are you?"

"Don't be too scared." Ronan looked very calm: "But the body is his own, so you can't take risks in this regard. After all, once you get hit, you're finished."

Tom Cruise was surprised: "You seem to have changed your mind?"

Ronan patted Will Smith on the shoulder next to him: "At St. Mary's Hospital, one of my best friends was frightened and collapsed on the sofa, and I was right in front of you. Do you think I won't feel it?"

Will Smith quickly denied: "Where am I afraid?"

Ronan smiled, not arguing with Will Smith on this kind of issue, but said: "In short, my head has been a bit messy recently, and there are many issues that need to be thought about."

Tom Cruise immediately grasped the key to Ronan's words: "I see. Ronan, do you want to calm down?"

Will Smith put his arms around Ronan's shoulders: "No way? My brother! You want to give up the entire forest for a tree? It's too much to think about!"

Ronan didn't deny it either: "So, I have to seriously think about it."

Tom Cruise said: "A person who escaped from the cage of marriage reminds you, don't go in easily."

Ronan smiled: "I understand." He didn't want to get entangled in this topic anymore, and suggested: "Let's go, let's go into the main hall and enjoy the movie."