Donn was filming in Boston.

But there are assistants by his side.

He is also keeping an eye on some of the company's interests in the company.

For example, the casting of "Iron Man".

For example, Marvel Studios' new plan.

With the release of "Daredevil: Time to War", the word of mouth became popular, opening a new chapter in the comic book film - epic dark style.

The logo of "Dark Marvel" has also quickly extended into the hearts of fans with this film.

It was a sudden accident.

It's a good thing.

But it also disrupted some of Donn's original deployments.

He originally planned to launch two big series, "The Avengers" and "Mercenary Army", to dominate the entire superhero film market.

The "Avengers" series is progressing well, no problem.

But the "mercenary corps" is very problematic.

First of all, this organization is too small in reputation and illegal.

What's more, now the logo of "Dark Marvel" has been played out, deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, and quite well received!

At this time, Marvel Studios strongly recommended that Don cancel the original construction of the "Mercenary Army" and mainly create some films with the theme of "Dark Marvel".

The superhero characters in "Mercenary Army", some are particularly jerks, some lack characteristics and have little potential for adaptation, and some are not dark enough and have many shortcomings.

If you use "Marvel Dark" as a symbol to create a series of individual superhero movies, it is much simpler and more logical.

Just imagine, how nondescript it would be to put the civilian "Daredevil" and the almost invincible "Ghost Rider" in one organization to work and fight together?

In this case, it is better to separate them and not interfere with each other, so that you can create boldly with confidence.

There are more than 5,000 superheroes under Marvel's banner, and there are too many dark characters, and even superheroes such as "Spider-Man", "Captain America", and "Iron Man", which represent justice, have all been blackened.

"Now that you've got it in mind, let's arrange it like this. Dark Marvel ...... It's also a good idea to bring villains like Blade, Black Bolt, Deadpool, and even Venom and Red Skull to the big screen in the future. ”

Don was in his suite, explaining to Kevin Feige, who had come to report on the trip.

"Venom?Red Skull?" Kevin Feige couldn't help but be stunned, "this kind of villain...... Can you make independent films?"

Tang En smiled: "After watching the role of justice, the audience will definitely have new expectations." When the time comes, anti-hero movies may not have no market. Isn't the TV series "The Punisher" that you produced about to be broadcast? A few trailers have been released, and the effect is good. ”

Kevin Feige nodded.

There are some surprises, and some doubts.

Can you really use the villain as the protagonist to create a movie? This is probably another major innovation in comic movies.

Don changed the subject, "How's Iron Man going?"

Kevin Feige said pitifully: "Mr. Diller's implementation of cost control within the group has greatly affected even Marvel Studios, which has a lot of revenue. ”

"Huh?"

"Iron Man" is about the life of the super-rich, and the characteristics of this superhero also determine that there will be more special effects shots. You approved the $150 million budget, but Barry Diller approved it and asked for $15 million to $20 million in compression, which caused us a lot of trouble in the casting process. ”

It dawned on Donn.

It's no wonder that Nina Jacobson sent Kevin Feige over.

The significance of reporting "Dark Marvel" and the casting of "Iron Man" are fake, and finding a backer to complain is true.

As we all know, Marvel is a treasure in Donn's hands.

It was the key to his fortune.

He can't "see death without saving", right?

Don was silent.

It is impossible for him to change the strategic decision of the entire group of companies for the sake of a small Marvel Studios.

For the past few years, he has managed Towne Pictures, with few rules, and many projects have been overspent in order to unite people under the crackdown of big companies.

It has caused a lot of waste of expenditure.

Now, New World has grown and is not afraid of any repression. Especially after Barry Diller took power, he started a series of reforms, in addition to personnel changes, the most important thing is the strict control of the budget of the film project!

This was a key element in his role in bringing Paramount back to life and becoming Hollywood's No. 1 studio.

"Controlling the budget, I know. Tang En nodded, his face indifferent, "Since the group has launched a policy, it will be done according to the rules." ”

"But ......"

"Enough!"

Kevin Feige didn't speak, and Don interrupted him very unceremoniously, "There are many film companies under New Universal, and they should be treated equally. It is precisely because Marvel Studios is the old team of Donn Pictures in the past that it should set an example instead of being a maverick!"

Kevin Feige's face was red and embarrassed, and he resigned, "Yes...... Yes, actually, that's what we think. ”

Tang En waved his hand, "Okay, let's talk about "Iron Man", who did the director choose?"

Kevin Feige gave him a cautious look, "We were going to invite the Wachowski twins to direct, but they just experienced the success of The Matrix, and the salary was as high as $12 million, which ...... Not up to our budget standards. ”

Don frowned, "Then give up, when will the director have a decisive alternative for Hollywood movies?"

"Uh...... We're looking at a new director. ”

"Who?"

"Jon Favreau. ”

"Huh?"

Don was a little surprised.

In the original version of "Iron Man" in his previous life, the director was Jon Favreau.

Because Marvel was very poor at that time and couldn't afford to hire big-name directors, it invited Jon Favreau, a low-cost director who failed to shoot "Legend of Brave 2" at the box office, and spent more money on filming and picture production.

This made the $140 million investment of "Iron Man" a success.

Could it be that because of Barry Diller's "cost control" policy, Marvel Studios has also been forced to an old road of "excavating" new directors?

That's interesting.

Jon Favreau is not well-known, and Kevin Feige explained to him: "He is an actor who has made two small-budget comedy films, and the results are not bad." Last year, New Line Pictures invested in his new project, "Christmas Elf," a fantasy comedy with some special effects shots. We intend to examine the film, if appropriate...... He will be hired to direct. ”

"Christmas Elf?" Donn raised his eyebrows, "Is it released?"

Kevin Feige said: "Not yet, it will be on the Christmas stall." However, we can communicate with New Line Pictures through internal channels to watch the finished film in advance and evaluate it. ”

Tang En thought for a moment, then waved his hand, "No need, sooner rather than later!

"Christmas Elf" is a very successful film, the film invested $33 million and got $220 million at the box office, which is a model of small and big.

If he waits for the release of the film and then negotiates with Jon Favreau, I am afraid that he will use this as an excuse to raise his value.

Maybe there will be a salary of $10 million.

That's the trouble.

It's better to do it in advance.

Kevin Feige's eyes widened, "Boss, you...... You know him?"

"Well, he has some ideas for comedy movies that can be used. However, Marvel Studios has to master the rhythm and content. ”

"Oh, that's fine. ”

Kevin Feige nodded happily.

He has an unconditional trust in Donne.

Don said that if Jon Favreau is qualified for the role of director of "Iron Man", he will definitely be competent!

"What about the actors?"

Mr. Diller personally recommended Tom Cruise, he said...... He said Tom Cruise had been removed from New Universal's blacklist. ”

As he spoke, Kevin Feige carefully observed Donn.

Everyone knows that the key to the contradiction is the big boss.

He has an inexplicable and inexplicable relationship with Tom Cruise's pre-Nicole Kidman.

Tang En waved his hand and said indifferently: "I'm not going to embarrass a little actor, since he has been honest in the past few years, there is no need to target him." What, he said yes?"

Kevin Feige shook his head and said: "No, he said that the style of superhero movies was too low, and he didn't even talk about the salary, so he directly rejected us." ”

Tang En was quite sarcastic, "It's the backbone of some superstars." Forget it, is there anything else?"

"Nicolas Cage. ”

"Oh?

Don was curious.

Last year, Marvel Studios invited Nicolas Cage to star in "Ghost Rider", but this guy was ambitious at the time and didn't want to play a superhero and imprison his image.

However, with the box office fiasco of "Wind Whisperer", his career has encountered a serious crisis and has begun to decline.

Fortunately, this year, the film "National Treasure" produced by Donn Pictures and directed by the great director Ron Howard invested 100 million US dollars, and the global box office reached 310 million US dollars in 5 weeks of release, and the career has rebounded.

But that's not enough.

Could it be that Nicolas Cage would agree to play "Iron Man"?

Kevin Feige said: "He agreed in principle to play the role, but ...... We can't meet his salary requirements. ”

"He asked for $20 million?"

"Yes. ”

Donne's face was pale, a little displeased.

Sometimes, he knows that this is the market, and he is not very accustomed to the "mercenary" business relationship of Lao Mei.

He helped Nicolas Cage so much, and as a result, this guy still ended up with a fixed price of $20 million, which is somewhat unkind.

In this regard, foreign actors do much better.

Especially Australian actors.

When it's time to back down, even Mel Gibson will take the initiative to back down.

Nicolas Cage's acting skills are better than Robert Downey Jr., with higher appeal and better physical condition. He has a sense of comedy, an aura of an action star, and a stronger personal image than that addict.

In every aspect, Nicolas Cage seems to be more in line with the movie positioning of "Iron Man" than Robert Downey Jr.

The only drawback, the salary is too high!

At this time, there was a knock on the door.

Don went to open the door, and when he opened it, he saw Gal Gadot standing delicately outside the door.

She had obviously just taken a bath, her hair had not yet dried, and she was wearing a cool white dress, which had the amazement of a fairy palace saintess.

Her facial features are delicate and delicate, and her fair skin exudes a kind of dewy redness that is translucent from white to red.

It was her first time in Donn's room.

After a little surprise, Don's heart immediately became hot.

He remembered.

The agreed two days...... It's here!

It's time to make a decision.

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