Five Hundred and Six - Cramp Properties

"There is a phenomenon that may interest you."

While facing Wayne another folder, Jimmy said in a mysterious tone: "Stan stayed on the island in the book for a full week for the film and television rights of this game called "Resident Evil" , he discovered a strange phenomenon."

"What phenomenon?"

After confirming that the authorization document was OK, Wayne closed the folder, relaxed his upper body on the back of the office chair, "clicked" and leisurely lit a cigarette, preparing to listen to the brokerage company partner's adventures in the island country remember.

He knew that despite just looking at that country, the entertainment industry there was actually extremely prosperous, and it was quite different from the entertainment industry in most countries and regions in the world.

"The negotiations with the game company called Capcom did not encounter any setbacks, and the copyright buyout fee was only more than 1 million US dollars. What makes Stan strange is that your reputation can be said to be the best in this book. It’s a household name, it’s a little abnormally tall, and it’s even more popular than in North America!”

"Aha?"

Naomi Watts looked away from the TV, turned around and said something suddenly. "I know why. I heard that in that market, perverted movies are popular. Thinking about Wayne's work style, I think it must be because of these."

I originally wanted to refute the Australian actress, but when I think about my early films, they were full of violence, gore, dark and depressing elements, as well as social problems, tests of human nature, and toying with them. Because these elements hit a certain point of excitement among the audience.

"Stan has learned about it carefully." Faced with Naomi Watts' teasing, Jimmy smiled and shook his head, and continued: "Your influence is even higher than many Hollywood stars, and you are also the most famous person on the island. Hollywood directors, some of them said they have never heard of Steven Spielberg, but they must have heard of your name. You know, in that market, the influence of live-action films is far less than that of animated films!"

This is what is surprising. Usually in the entertainment industry of other countries, film workers are generally higher than TV workers, but in this market it is just the opposite. It is a world of TV dramas and animations, and movies are the opposite. To the one with a lower status.

Jimmy was obviously very surprised. There was a bit of weirdness in his tone, and he said directly: "You know? The movie you are most famous for over there is not "Joker" or DC Comics superhero at all, but "Escape". The video tapes of this film that are available to the public are terrifying."

"Okay, stop gossiping." Wayne felt an inexplicable chill and reached out to pat the two documents. As long as the copyright was bought back, he breathed a sigh of relief and turned to look at the TV where the awards were being presented. "Let's take a look at the results of the Golden Globe Awards."

He has just seen it. The release dates of these two games were a few months ago, that is, in the middle and late 1996. This may also be one of the factors causing the low price. These two games from a female perspective should be It hasn’t attracted the attention of other companies yet.

Compared to the previous "Tomb Raider", he actually valued the original "Resident Evil" more. This thing is in his memory, but he has filmed countless movies, and the earning power can be imagined. In the end, for My impression of "Resident Evil" is from "The Finale", which I personally screened, and the box office was not low in my impression. Even by the end of the film series, it has become the sentiment of many young and middle-aged people.

"The 54th North American Film and Television Golden Globe Awards, the winner of the Best Director is..."

Edward Norton, the presenter who was standing on the stage to present the award, seemed to be stunned when he opened the envelope for the first time, and his expression instantly changed to something wonderful. The camera lens that zoomed in clearly recorded all the changes in his expression.

A full four or five seconds probably passed in the middle, and people subconsciously thought that Edward Norton was showing off in a routine way. It wasn't until his eyes slowly grew larger and filled with incredible emotions that everyone saw that this was not the case. I'm not trying to show off, but I was shocked by the results in the envelope.

"The winner of the Best Director is Milos Forman, "Book Tycoon". Congratulations, Milos!"

After Edward Norton's voice fell, the entire scene fell silent for a while. No one expected this result. In the entire lobby of the Four Seasons Hotel, except for the crew of "Book Tycoon" who were cheering, after a few The buzz was so intense that it was like an explosion. No one expected that the reporters at the Golden Globe Awards would dare to play like this.

When Milos Forman walked onto the stage with his acceptance speech in hand, the crowd finally came to their senses and started to burst into applause.

"F**K, this is shady!"

A sofa cushion suddenly flew towards the TV, and at the same time, Naomi Watts' sharp, disbelieving swear words resounded throughout the office.

Those acting awards and technical awards have nothing to do with "The Departed". Naomi Watts was already mentally prepared. She originally thought that it was because of these things that Wayne refused to attend the Golden Globes dinner. Now it seems , she is obviously a little too naive.

"Hey! Hey! Nami."

Wayne came out a few steps from behind the desk, pushed the Australian actress to sit on the sofa, shook his head, and said: "Didn't I tell you before? The best director and best film selected by those reporters , and the Oscars are two different things, don’t get excited, they are the biggest joke. If there is no cramp-like controversy, it won’t be the Golden Globe Awards.”

Obviously, it was not just Edward Norton who showed incredible emotions, it was not just the guests at the Golden Globe Awards dinner, and it was not just Naomi Watts. I am afraid that there are a large number of viewers in North America who are watching the TV right now. Some of them used foul language. Whether it is the publicity and promotion since the beginning of the awards season or the acquisition of major and small awards, "The Departed" can be regarded as the biggest winner this year. At least it has not lost the best director award. The most important thing is that even Milos Forman, who won the award, had an expression of surprise. It must be that he himself did not expect to win the award, let alone others.

In any case, the Golden Globe Awards were still broadcast live to all of North America. During the award ceremony, after Mills-Forman thanked him, there was still a burst of warm applause.

Just as Wayne thought, not only the best director, but also another heavyweight award later, the best motion picture and television drama award, was also given to "The English Patient" by the Golden Globe Awards organizing committee. The award ceremony has almost nothing to do with "The Departed".

Looking at Harvey Weinstein's complacent look on the TV, this result was beyond most people's expectations.

The moment the biggest suspense was revealed, this year's Golden Globe Awards fell into an absolute whirlpool of public opinion. Compared to Wayne, who was still hiding in Warner Studios and busy working on "The Dark Knight" with a calm mind, he was His voice of dissatisfaction became the mainstream of the media in a short time.

Even if they think about it, no one would have thought that the Golden Globe Awards would divide the pork like this. Obviously, although "The Departed" is not Wayne's most representative work, in terms of its influence this year, it is definitely not "Xing Book". Tycoon" and "The English Patient" can be compared.

Even if the two most important awards were awarded to the Coen brothers' "Fargo", it would not be so controversial.

The Golden Globe Awards banquet has just ended. When the specific news spread throughout North America through live broadcast, the entire Hollywood was in a boil. Although the Golden Globe Awards are always full of controversy, this time they obviously went too far.

Almost all media outlets in Greater Los Angeles, whether they are authoritative major newspapers or third-rate tabloids that make a living by gossiping, all have the consciousness to work overtime today. The editors-in-chief of newspapers are roaring at their reporters.

"Listen, I don't care what you do, you gotta get Wayne Greenberg's opinion on the Golden Globes results! It's more than eight hours until dawn, and he must be back at the estate from Warner Bros. , if you can't get the information, then you can go to the Greenberg Manor and follow him 24 hours a day. Don't make excuses. Remember, no matter what method you use, I only want to know about Wayne Greenberg and Breaking news about the Golden Globe Awards!”

Unlike the Academy Awards, the Golden Globes dinner ends quite early, and if you drive a little faster, you can even get home in time for dinner. But just after this year's dinner, hundreds of reporters and paparazzi, large and small, blocked the entrance of Greenberg Manor. The paparazzi's cars and motorcycles lined up in the middle of the street.

Without being able to see Wayne personally for the time being, some smart reporters looked for other ways. Almost anyone who had a cooperative relationship with Wayne or was a close insider became the target of their interviews, and all of them were criticized. Treated like a star.

Even Warner Bros. executives became interviewees for reporters. Jeff Robinov’s car, which had just come off work not long ago, was blocked by reporters at the entrance of the parking lot. Faced with more than a dozen recorders, he had to Expressed some of his own opinions.

"Everyone knows the cramped nature of the Golden Globe Awards, but they really went too far this time. This is disrespectful to Wayne. I have never seen a film that has been praised repeatedly throughout the entire award season. I have never seen a film that received nine heavyweight Oscar nominations be so ignored by a fair and just awards ceremony!"

fair and just? The dozen reporters present almost laughed out loud. The meaning is self-evident, and public opinion will definitely explode tomorrow.

"Mr. Robinov, are you questioning the fairness and authority of the Golden Globe Awards on behalf of Warner Bros.?"

A reporter asked loudly to the car that was preparing to leave before the car's glass was completely raised.

"No, no, no! Warner Bros. has always respected the Golden Globe Awards organizing committee and the more than 90 journalist friends who make up the organizing committee, but impartiality! Oh, the North American TV and Movie Golden Globe Awards still have authority. Say something?!”

After saying that, he didn't care whether his remarks would cause greater controversy. After the car windows were completely closed, the car left the parking lot smoothly and drove towards his home.