Chapter 408: Target 20 Million Club
After the filming of the two superheroes, I deeply felt the belief in Lao Mei's bones that she must save the world by herself.
Certainly not an abstract and rootless existence, this is an emerging nation of immigrants, the first generation of immigrants from Europe, mostly Puritans. This group of people was religiously persecuted in Europe, and they emigrated to the New World because they were so dissatisfied with the harsh reality that they tried to carve out a land and establish a nation.
When you first arrive in this unknown land, the conditions are extremely harsh, and it is quite difficult to survive here. At this time, there must be good, brave and wise people who can guide them and give them some way of living, at least on a spiritual level.
This may be the historical origin of the earliest heroism, with pioneers creating American territory and paving the way for the next generation. Pioneers are heroes.
Then World War I, the United States gradually became a great power. Despite their outward strength, there are still many crises, so there is a general sense of insecurity in the subconscious.
At that time, Superman appeared and completely became everyone's spiritual idol, born in the time of the financial crisis, and catered to the people's desire for a savior at that time, telling Americans who faced the crisis that man would conquer heaven.
In real life, especially when they lack the skills to return to heaven, people often rely on heroes with extraordinary abilities, expecting a hero to appear at the most dangerous moment and give the most favorable support and protection.
During this period of work, I realized the huge difference from my country. For example, on the set, the domestic stars are simply holding the moon, and even the director revolves around the back of the big star's buttocks.
And in Hollywood, although the big stars are also very awesome, all kinds of treatment are complete, but they have entered the work, what the role is, you are what you are, every trick has dignity, and there is trade union protection behind it, do you dare to scold and try?
Especially blacks!
Of course, there are also invisible dirty, but the overall environment is very professional and mature, especially the division of labor and cooperation between various departments, which is extremely efficient.
The personality characteristics of Americans directly determine the style of doing things in the whole country, and of course, they also deeply affect the development of the Hollywood industry. First of all, there is more independence and can choose everything on your own, including your own study, work, marriage, residence and future.
It is believed that the spirit is noble, that the individual will not be violated, and that only oneself has the right to govern oneself. Because this is a young country with no history of feudal social hierarchies.
In this free country, the idea that all men are created equal and free permeates their entire lives. Advocating individual efforts and struggles, we firmly believe that everyone can create a free and beautiful life with their own ability and bravery.
Independence is a key element of heroism, and heroes of all kinds are independent and not dependent on anyone. Like the traditional Chinese view, everything is inferior, but the reading is high, and there is no such thing in the United States.
Only survival of the fittest, survival of the fittest.
Because it is a society full of competition and opportunities, it has created countless world-renowned successful people in many fields. Driven by a sense of competition, a strong and efficient style of doing things is a must for Americans, which can be seen everywhere in Hollywood.
There is a big difference between Chinese audiences who are happy to see good defeat evil, and Americans who are happy to see heroes save the world.
The former forces of justice emphasize group unity and unity with the outside world, while the latter heroes focus on individual ability. It has something to do with the cultural soil, and China is accustomed to being ruled and managed under the norms of Confucianism for thousands of years, and is good at obedience.
On the other hand, the ideological moderation and introvertedness, and the idea of not wanting to be the first bird, personal merit has been educated as a part of the collective since childhood, so there is not much, and I dare not have a personal hero.
The United States, on the other hand, believes that all men are created equal and does not submit to authority. Even the national flag symbolizes courage, truth, justice, and is perfectly in line with the setting of superheroes.
And there is also a firm religious belief, people believe in God, isn't God the hero who saves the common people?
For the current self, shooting heroes is a shortcut to the top, in addition to the impression that has been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, such as Iron Man, Spider-Man, and even Batman, other new heroes can be accepted.
For example, Aquaman, who is a mixed race himself, does not have a strong racial positioning, as long as he is strong enough and fierce enough, the audience can watch it cool.
Venom is another style, taking the cheap and cute route, mainly funny, similar to Cheng Long's movie style, so it can be popular in Hollywood.
After all, there are cultural differences in the acting company, especially the huge contradiction between China and the West, which is not something that one or two people can handle.
Instead of being entangled, it is better to have a good journey, give full play to your muscle advantages, and build a strong personal brand.
One trick is eaten all over the world.
Cheng Long walks the comedy style,
The Emperor of Kung Fu has a glance,
I sell meat myself,
Play with comprehensive strength!
What Schwarzenegger Stallone?
Let's go back to the nursing home.
Do you want to say, not only in China, but also in the world, a large number of tough guys seem to be in their seventies and eighties?
Explain to Yao Zai, the first choice is superheroes, and the second is to be a tough guy, so he will rush into the 20 million club first.
No, it should be twenty-five million by now!
"The old cadre completely wants to open it?" The little girl listened to the latest script request, and said in surprise: "What did you do in bed?"
"Get out!" Yao Zai blushed and scolded with a smile: "The old lady didn't do anything!"
"After all, Hollywood is the world of commercial blockbusters, and those so-called literary films are just a fig leaf for a few academics, and the water in the middle is very deep. ”
The little girl nodded, for Oscar, the layman looks at the excitement, and the insider looks at the doorway. There is more than one so-called guide to the company, as long as they are willing to spend money, anything is possible.
To win the Oscar, when choosing a script before filming, you must choose those art film scripts that emphasize plot and depth, rather than to make money.
According to the Oscars over the years, if the script is a biopic, it is easy for actors to win acting awards when they play real historical figures, and the works of big directors are more likely to receive attention and have more quality assurance.
Realistic theme critical dramas, big heroine dramas, and all-black dramas are also different degrees of pluses.
When the script is chosen, you can use the script to find an acting school, not a commercial film, but an experienced director to start work.
Then take it to the film festival to try the word-of-mouth, and the awards season lasts from September to February every year, so the film festival around September is undoubtedly a good place to try word-of-mouth.
The Venice Film Festival, the Toronto Film Festival, and the Liuteles Film Festival are all home venues, so take the film to these festivals to see how the audience has a good reputation, how well the critics have a good reputation, and what the MTC score is.
If word of mouth is a big hit and the audience loves it, then congratulations, you're halfway into the awards season.
Next, you can go all out to spend money on public relations!