Chapter 362 Marvel Enters the Pit

At the party on the eve of the night, it was destined that no one would directly talk about the awards ceremony the next day. Some people were more confident, while others knew that there was no hope of winning the award. What's more, there were guests who had not received any nominations. n∈ Whether it is a smart organizer or a qualified party participant, they will try their best to make most people happy.

Chatting with Pearson and Salzberger was a bit dull, and while both the Academy and The New York Times Group had ample interest in Daniel's social networking empire, tonight was clearly not the right place to talk about it.

"Go and play with the young people." Pearson patted Daniel on the shoulder, "I can understand your feelings. Forty years ago, I was very impatient to chat with the old man. It was boring and annoying."

Daniel laughed off Pearson's self-mockery, raised his glass, and walked away from them. Cusa Damon just waved his hand at him, and the person next to him seems to be Kevin Feige from Marvel Studios. In fact, the contact with Marvel has been going on all the time, but the enthusiasm for cooperation with Marvel is not very high, not only for DD Pictures, but also for Paramount. Brad hopes that the plan to release Marvel works will come to an end There is still no concrete progress. According to Daniel, some of the more radical forces within Marvel seem to want Marvel itself to dominate the superhero movies in the Marvel universe - producing and choosing co-distributors, just like other slightly smaller studios , instead of selling characters and packaging to give up publishing rights. As the leading figure in the filmization of the Marvel world, Kevin does not actually support this idea. In his opinion, a superhero movie with a budget of 100 to 200 million can easily hurt Marvel, and the steps are too big Does them no good. For Marvel, the most important thing now is to create the brand and credibility of Marvel movies, as well as to obtain profits. It is not unacceptable to temporarily sell some benefits. After all, Marvel has thousands of comic heroes, and this treasure house allows them to use a few as the price of opening up new fields.

However, Daniel was stopped halfway.

"Hey, Tom."

"Hello, Daniel, do you have time for a chat?"

Daniel gestured to Kusa in the distance and nodded.

Tom Sadiak. He is quite recognizable with his long hair of instant noodles, and he is also a well-known comedy director in Hollywood. However, his success and Jim Carrey always overlap, so his persuasiveness is still somewhat lacking. Daniel and Tom actually had a chance to work together. When Universal cast "Fake God", the first candidate was Jim Carrey, and the director was Tom Sadiak. Unfortunately, Universal and Jim Carrey failed to reach an agreement. Cooperation, Tom seems to intend to advance and retreat with Jim Carrey - of course. It's not entirely his subjective wish. If Jim Carrey does not play the role, then Universal will be very cautious in choosing Tom as the director.

Later, "Fake God" sold well at the box office, and gave Jim Carrey and Tom a talking point. When they and Daniel meet up after the release of "Fake Gods," they tend to start their conversations with this encounter.

"Is there still a schedule this year?" Tom asked bluntly, but he might not be willing to do so. But for Daniel, too many gimmicks are unnecessary. Daniel, who owns DD Films and MGM Pictures, is very familiar with everything in it, as for the salary and so on. That was not at all to Tom's advantage.

Daniel was a little surprised.

At various parties in Hollywood, especially before and after the Oscars, for many directors, screenwriters, producers, and investors who have been in Hollywood,

It is an important job to involve people in their own thinking. This kind of "participation" is diverse, some invite actors to play, some invite bosses to invest, and some invite industry authorities with unique vision to measure the profit prospects of the project - the last one that Daniel encounters most is the first one. are very few. The reason is not difficult to understand. Daniel, who has the buff of "never fail" on his head, has one of the most authoritative standards for judging prospects in Hollywood - although Daniel has not given anyone a clear attitude. As for why no one invited him to act in a movie at the party, it is entirely because in recent years, apart from the investment of his own company, Daniel has rarely appeared in other movies, and he is sitting on two superstars of "The Bourne" and "Pirates of the Caribbean". Daniel in the commercial series can't spare too much time to shoot other movies, about one or two other projects a year. Apart from an attempt to start cooperation with Fox like "Night at the Museum", few other projects can impress him.

So Daniel was very surprised by Tom's inquiry, which was obviously asking him if he would like to join a new project.

He thought about what plan Tom was most likely to promote during this time period. Unfortunately, he didn't know this director very well.

"There are two more in the future. I may not have time this year."

"What about early next year?"

""Pirate 3" has to be filmed next year, and Robert is almost in a hurry. He originally wanted to shoot this year, but there are no other ones yet. Do you have a plan in hand?"

A little hope in Tom's heart that there is nothing left at this time, he hesitated, and then sighed, "A script from a long time ago is quite interesting."

"comedy?"

"Well," paused, "gay theme."

"Huh?" Daniel was really surprised at the moment. Since he resigned from "Brokeback Mountain", the outside world generally believed that he would not accept movies of this type. Although he later stood on the stage for "Brokeback Mountain" several times, this impression did not change. Basically, he is considered not to discriminate against the gay community in any way, but to stay away from him - which of course makes many people in this field feel sorry.

Tom knew this, and would still find him. It didn't look like this was an award-winning literary film.

"The content is somewhat related to "Greek Wedding" and "The Hangover". It is also a wedding story."

Gay, wedding.

Daniel suddenly remembered a movie, "My Big Fat Gay Wedding", starring Adam Sandler, a Universal movie.

This film is a comedy, but the budget is quite high, 85 million, which is definitely a big deal for this type of film. The final box office was 120 million in North America and 180 million worldwide, which is considered a small profit. Daniel ran through his mind quickly. It shouldn't be a problem if the budget is under pressure. As a series of "Greek Wedding", it should also stimulate the box office.

"Universal's "Fake God 2", will you direct?"

In the second part of "Fake God", Daniel will not star, Jennifer Aniston will not star, Seth MacFarlane will not direct either - after that, only "God" Morgan Freeman will be left, basically Reinvent the wheel. I don't know what Universal thinks, Jim Carrey is unwilling to play, and Tom seems to agree to accept the invitation-in recent years. He and Carrey have no new cooperation opportunities. The success brought by "Aeroplane" and "Liargian" has gradually faded. Knowing a sequel to a hit is attractive to him.

Of course, Tom would not be surprised that Daniel knew the news, although Universal has not publicly announced it. After all, a sequel with a replacement of the original crew is somewhat lacking in confidence.

"Tom, I probably won't act. But I'm interested in this project. If you haven't found investment yet. Try talking to Melissa."

Tom was a little disappointed when he got the expected final answer.

"Okay, I will, thanks."

"wish you happiness."

...

After saying goodbye to Tom. Daniel quickened his pace and walked towards Kevin. Some people who wanted to come naturally stopped.

"Long time no see, Kevin."

"Yes. Nice to meet you, Daniel."

He's been on the phone with Kevin since The Punisher. But I have never encountered it again. After all, Marvel has not yet promoted its own movie project, and it is rare to come out to participate in similar parties. Seeing him here now, there is no doubt that Marvel Studios should have made a decision.

"What have you been up to lately?"

Daniel glanced at Kusa, who lowered his eyelids with an unpredictable expression.

"There is a new plan, we plan to shoot a superhero movie, are you interested?"

"The Punisher kind?"

Kevin shook his head again and again, "No, no, we have learned our lesson. Special effects are indeed the lifeblood of superhero movies, and Marvel has realized this. Of course, stars are also an important factor. Daniel, we want you to play in it."

"Kousa should have told you, I don't have a schedule this year, it's a pity, Kevin."

Although Kevin Figo has been in Marvel for many years, Daniel's rank is not lower than him. Daniel could hear that Kevin didn't have a strong desire to invite him, and more thoughts should be outside of this topic. Perhaps, they still lack confidence and hope to find some kind of comfort from Daniel.

""Captain America", "Iron Man", whichever you think is suitable, as long as you ask, we will shoot."

Kevin spoke with a smile, keeping his eyes on Daniel.

"Marvel should take this step. You are the most familiar with your own heroes and can tell the story of the Marvel world best. But what I said is true. After the end of "Museum", there will be "Indomitable". There is "Bourne Shadow 3". The matter of MGM and DD has already made me breathless. Besides, I still have to study, and I have delayed many courses this year."

Daniel's expression was flat, and nothing could be seen in his eyes.

Kevin didn't say any more, and seemed to understand that it was not so easy to test Daniel. He said hello and went elsewhere.

Daniel looked at his back, and gradually approached Edward Norton, with a smile on his lips.

Isn't the starring role of "Invincible Hulk" Edward?

"They seem to be planning to make "Iron Man". You are optimistic about this hero, aren't you?" Cusa is also watching Kevin Figo, "However, whether it is his trace or Avi Allard's meaning, I don't know. Too sure. But they don't seem to be on good terms."

"It's no secret." Both Daniel and Cusa quickly averted their gazes, "Allard was a conservative before, but the shareholders believe that the film era is irreversible, so he needs to win the initiative from Kevin. By It is not difficult to understand why he has become more radical. Besides, Kevin has always had his own plan, and Allard is always worried that he will impress the board of directors. They are newcomers. Under such circumstances, how can they maintain a good relationship. "

"But based on previous understanding, Allard seems to be more inclined to promote the sequel of "Hulk", rather than a new hero."

This is no secret in the industry.

Allard is still a conservative at heart, unwilling to challenge the position. Although Ann Lee's "Hulk" failed at the box office, it did not receive many bad reviews, and the value of the hero was not harmed. On the contrary, some comments have been aroused in the critics, who believe that if the filming method is changed, it will become a classic.

It's just that people who made similar comments forgot that An Li's advantages are not cheap. Pictures, stories, humanistic feelings, etc., are not something that anyone can shoot if they want to. The idea of ​​keeping Lee's strengths and making the new "Hulk" movie an intense action movie for granted is ludicrous, and a sequel to "Hulk" won't undoubtedly have what Lee has endowed. Everything about the Hulk. So when they see "The Incredible Hulk", they will understand that the hero Hulk itself is not suitable for shooting single-hero movies. Invincible violence and powerful power, but it is difficult for people to just stare at it for two hours.

This is the Hulk's "original sin"!

Unfortunately, at this time, no one knows.

Allard, who is enough to control the situation, believes that by avoiding the traps shown by Ang Lee's version and catering to the views of critics, the possibility of success can be maximized.

Kevin may not be able to see the reason for this, but he is obviously more interested in "Iron Man", "Captain America" ​​and "Ant-Man". The important thing is that Kevin is a tough person at heart. The rights returned to Marvel last year, three years after Universal gave up making a sequel. However, the priority distribution rights are still in the hands of Universal, and Kevin obviously does not agree with this.

"They will shoot "Hulk." Daniel poured the red wine in the glass into his mouth, and said to Kusa in affirmative sentences.

Not far away, Kevin Figo and Edward Norton had a happy conversation.

"Get ready to change our tactics."

Kusa looked at Daniel hesitantly. This is not an easy joke. The amount of funds involved and the impact on the entire system are dramatic. But he didn't say anything in the end. (To be continued..)

ps: The collection has been up and down for a month, and now it is exactly the same as it was a month ago