Six Hundred and Thirty-Two - Competition Coming Early?

In recent years, the entire major Hollywood film companies seem to have a tacit understanding. At the beginning of the summer season every year, that is, from early May to mid-May, we try not to arrange our own top summer projects.

In other words, after many years of competition and victory in Tondo, Wayne has successfully nailed down his throne at the beginning of the summer season in May. With the increasing popularity of DC movies, it is obvious that This throne becomes even more unshakable.

However, there are always surprises. Some well-known big projects in the industry have a very high success rate. Therefore, the production companies that release these big projects will also choose to join the summer season to squeeze out the Wayne movie. Go forward.

Just like the previous year's "Jurassic Park 2", although it always had to face fierce competition from "The Dark Knight", Universal Pictures still barely achieved its expected results with this movie.

No one is stupid. Wayne has used his past achievements to single-handedly clear out other big projects at the beginning of the summer. When you have enough confidence in your film, it is inevitable that there will be people who want to take advantage of it.

To put it bluntly, it is a matter of choice. When studios are confident about their films, they would rather face the squeeze from Wayne. It is better to face competition from one film than to face competition from multiple films at a later point in time.

But there is a premise here, that is, it must be able to withstand the pressure of DC movies. Many film companies have specially studied Wayne's movies, and the biggest feature of his movies is that they are prone to one-size-fits-all scenes.

Once he cannot withstand the squeeze in the early stages of his movie's release, he is likely to face a situation of losing all his money later. The winner takes all, which is vividly shown in Wayne's movie.

Especially in the past two years, Steven Spielberg is the only one who has been able to face his movies and not only escape unscathed, but also successfully make a lot of money.

But there is a premise. "Jurassic Park 2" is not crazy and chooses to be released on a large scale on the same weekend and on the same day as "The Dark Knight"! Universal Pictures was smart enough to capitalize on the hot topics at the time to market its own film, while also slightly avoiding the sharp edges of "The Dark Knight."

"interesting,"

When the second half of the Super Bowl started to appear on the TV, Wayne had a cold smile on his lips, lit a cigarette with a kacha sound, squinted his eyes and muttered something. "It seems that Sony Columbia has great confidence in this book monster!"

The father of Star Wars obviously couldn't say much on this issue. He simply shrugged and joked: "Perhaps Sony Columbia, unwilling to be lonely, wants to replicate the success of Universal Pictures the previous year."

His words caused everyone in the living room to laugh. Everyone could see that this was a big monster similar to a Tyrannosaurus rex. The popularity of monsters caused by "Jurassic Park" in North America really contributed to the success of this "Goth" movie. "Pull" has laid a sufficient foundation for watching movies.

But one thing is very important. After several times in Hollywood, there are really only a few directors who are capable of confronting Wayne head-on. If you have to analyze it carefully, many people can choose directors of the same level as him, but Roland Emmerich is definitely not among them.

From the initial surprise to the relaxed atmosphere in the living room now, it is obvious that no one really believes that "Godzilla" can achieve the results of "Jurassic Park 2" the year before last after being released on the same day as "The Flash".

Roland Emmerich wants to compete face-to-face with Wayne, but he is already at a natural disadvantage due to the type of film and his own appeal.

"Boss, a call from Bruce Rosenblum."

After a while, Nina covered her mouth, put down her mobile phone, and under the gaze of everyone, she came close to Wayne and reported in a low voice: "He hopes that you can take time to go to the company and want to talk to you face to face. A few words.”

It is impossible for Warner Bros. executives not to pay attention to the movie trailer of DC's new movie. Obviously, while paying attention, they also saw the release schedule of Sony Columbia's new movie.

"do your stuff."

George Lucas glanced at the slightly embarrassed assistant and knew that he was here and there were some things it was not convenient for the other party to say. Shrugging, he stood up and said to Wayne in a teasing tone: "Then it's settled, Grammy, let's make a star, and go get the "Best Newcomer" gramophone together."

"ok."

The two smiled, hugged, and patted each other on the back.

In fact, regarding Grammy's ridicule, Wayne estimated that even if the organizer did not award this grand prize to these two people who were just playing for fun, there is a high probability that it would change now after extensive discussions in the media and the popularity across North America. Original idea.

As long as the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences is not stupid, it will never let go of this huge amount of attention.

In North America, there have always been big singers who can sing at the top of their game, and they have always been obsessed with Hollywood. Even if the movies they starred in often ended up in the street, this phenomenon has never changed.

There are only a handful of singers like Will Smith who have both won Grammy Awards and become successful in Hollywood. Under normal circumstances, no matter how successful you are in your music career, once you enter this stage, you must be prepared to be criticized by film critics, the media and the public.

In the past ten or twenty years, this is the first time that a top Hollywood celebrity has been able to personally participate in Glyme. What is even more eye-catching is that these two people are not big stars standing in front of the stage, but two big directors whose works are marketed in the world. The organizer will basically not miss this opportunity.

"Tell me what else Bruce said."

After seeing George Lucas off, Wayne asked in a low voice while putting on his suit jacket with Nina's help. The assistant lady just made it obvious that there are some things that are difficult to say in front of the father of Star Wars.

"Bruce said that the reason why Sony Colombia dared to do this must be based on something, and it may even have been prepared for a long time."

After helping her boss adjust his shirt collar, Nina patted the man's back with satisfaction, smoothed out the non-existent wrinkles, and responded in a low voice: "He hopes to meet and talk with you. The Warner Bros. distribution department needs to work with you." Meaning, make corresponding plans.”

Wayne frowned, of course Wayne was not without his brain. Although everyone thinks that Roland Emmerich's monster disaster movie is definitely not comparable to his own DC movies in terms of appeal, he knows better than anyone that when capital stands behind the other party and decides to do this , there must be a certainty that you will not lose money.

This is Hollywood, which is what countless people call "the place where miracles are born." There are many examples of big projects produced by big directors and big stars overturning on unknown people. What's more, Roland Emmerich has never They are not unknowns, they are professionals who have proven their abilities in the industry.

The Rolls-Royce Phantom drove out of the manor smoothly. Something surprising happened. The moment the car just left the house, three cars and five or six motorcycles appeared. They didn't mean to hide themselves at all. followed them.

"F**k, I have to say that the sense of smell of gossip entertainment tabloids is always the most sensitive!"

Since they had drank together in the living room, Sergey reluctantly gave up the driving seat to another security guard at the manor. He spat forcefully out the car window, cursed, and looked back at the paparazzi following the car.

Just like Wayne would never call a Russian-American a fool, at most he would call him a fool. In fact, this big man's brain is definitely smarter than many ordinary people. The moment he saw the paparazzi, he I just want to understand the reasons behind it.

During this period, my boss is also one of the topics in the media, and it is a time when attention is high. If "Godzilla" suddenly appears on the same schedule and is released at the same time, the media will definitely swarm around it like flies, hyping up the competition to start the summer movie in advance.

You know, hyping this topic is definitely much more valuable than hyping a great Hollywood director and getting nominated for the Grammy for Best Newcomer.

"Boss, do you want me..."

The baffle connecting the driver's seat to the back opened, revealing Sergey's big head. He pursed his lips toward the rear of the car without any scruples, and whispered for instructions.

As soon as they saw the playful smile on the corner of the Russian bear's mouth, Wayne and Nina knew that this guy definitely had no good intentions. If this former special forces instructor wanted to play with the paparazzi behind him, most of them would fall. Very bad.

"Forget it, let them be."

Wayne shook his head. He didn't care about the disgusting paparazzi reporters at all. Now he wanted to know where Sony Colombia got the courage to think they could fight with him.

"Jingle Bell......"

When the car just drove out of Beverly and drove smoothly towards Burbank, the media capital, a phone rang. Seeing that her boss had been thinking with his eyes closed, Nina covered her mouth and answered the call. A personal phone that doesn’t ring often.

The moment the call was connected, a look of surprise appeared on the woman's face. After chatting in a low voice for a few words, she thoughtfully put the phone into her briefcase.

"Boss."

Wayne opened his eyes and asked, "What's wrong?"

"That actress you met in the capital." Her expression became quite strange, and she looked at him and said, "It's the lady in purple who you said is very ambitious. She just called."

"Ah ha?" Wayne was stunned for a moment and said casually: "Yes, this is a very ambitious girl, and her ambition is very admirable."

The assistant lady curled her lips. She knew her boss's values ​​very well. The more ruthless a woman is to herself and the more she will do whatever it takes to pursue success, the more likely she will be appreciated by her boss. She has known this for a long time. "She said on the phone that she would come to Los Angeles for a trip during her recent vacation."

"When she comes, help book a better hotel."

Nodding, Wayne didn't take it too seriously. He did appreciate this kind of ambitious girl, but he also knew very well that he and the other party were still just a transaction, and that girl had never been a simple person.