Just as Shao Shuaijun was preparing to have dinner with Katzenberg, the three-day North American weekend from March 4 to March 6 ended, with four new films released this week, "Rango", "Destiny Planning Bureau", "Beastie Boy" and Summit Entertainment's literary film "Weakness".

The literary film "Weakness", which originally did not have great expectations, brought a lot of surprises, with $34.12 million over the three days of the weekend, second only to "Rango" with $38 million. In addition to the box office, the word-of-mouth is even better, and the blockbuster is applauded.

swept away the bleak and gloomy low-budget films in January and February, and started the box office offensive of Summit Entertainment this year.

After having dinner with Katzenberg, Shao returned to San Francisco. Katzenberg is bald, wears glasses, and looks more scholarly than businessman, but after all, he is the chairman of Disney Studios, and his eloquence is very good.

Shao Shuaijun felt that he was not well organized, so he persuaded Katzenberg. It is just a bit of an explanation of the status of Dream Catcher Entertainment in China, and it is also said that Dream Catcher Entertainment spans the Internet and the entertainment industry, and based on these two industries, it has the ambition to become one of the top big studios.

At the dinner table, I couldn't see that Katzenberg was interested in Shao Shuaijun's words, but at the end, Katzenberg seemed to ask politely: "Does Director Shao think animated films have a future?" ”

"I don't think animated films will fade with time, but in the future. Animated films will have a larger share of the film market, as well as a larger share of the movie peripherals. Shao Shuaijun replied.

Then, he didn't say anything more, and said goodbye politely.

Lying on the bed at home, Shao Shuaijun was still thinking about whether DreamWorks could buy it.

After a while, Li Xiuxiu walked in in her pajamas.

"My son gave it to his mother?" Shao Shuaijun asked.

"Yes."

Putting aside the company's affairs, Shao Shuaijun became interested: "So, the long night is long, let's do something......"

On March 8, Shao Shuaijun, who had been flying around, finally stabilized. Flew to Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA. The crew of "The Avengers" is already waiting here, and as soon as Shao Shuaijun is in place, it will start immediately.

This time it was launched, and it was also Shao Shuaijun's years of filming movies. A boot-up ceremony with the highest specifications. It's not just Avengers that is famous. As a superhero, the team has long been on fire. It's not just the joining of big-name stars. What's more, the total investment of this film is more than 200 million US dollars, which is the largest cost of Shao Shuaijun's shooting. It is also the largest investment film ever produced by Summit Entertainment.

For this "Avengers", Marvel Comics and Summit Entertainment can be said to spare no effort to promote and promote.

In the first trio of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, The Avengers was formed, the Women's Federation was the last film and the one that integrated all the previous films. The Marvel Cinematic Universe is a revised comic book story, with only a general thread running through all the movies, and the specific movie content needs to be perfected by the screenwriter.

As early as after the acquisition of Marvel Comics, Shao Shuaijun began drafting the script for "The Avengers".

The movie will take over the previously released "The Incredible Hulk", "Iron Man", "Iron Man 2", as well as "Thor" and "Captain America", which are about to be released. Therefore, there will only be six heroes in this Women's Federation, Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Hulk, Black Widow and Hawkeye.

The script is simple.

It tells the story of a sudden and powerful evil force that poses a deadly threat to the earth, and no superhero can resist it alone. S.H.I.E.L.D., which has long been committed to protecting global security, was caught off guard by its commander "Nick. Fury realizes that he must create the strongest alliance in history, bringing together superheroes from all walks of life to save the world from the forces of darkness.

So by the six superheroes "Iron Man" Tony. Stark, "Thor" Thor, "Captain America" Steve. Roger, Hulk, Bruce. Banner, "Black Widow" Natasha. Romanoff and "Hawkeye" Clint. The Avengers formed by Patton came into being. Together, they have finally defeated the forces of evil and ensured the safety of the earth.

On the set in Albuquerque, Shao Shuaijun and the cast and crew finally met.

"Hey, are you all okay?" Seeing that the cast and crew of the crew were gathered together, Shao Shuaijun had the demeanor of a leader inspecting, waved his hand, and almost said that he was good comrades.

"Good director." Everyone giggled and greeted each other scattered.

Shao Shuaijun nodded, and then cleared his throat: "I was delayed for a few days because of some trivial matters before, I'm sorry." We're going to be interviewed by reporters later, so let's get acquainted with each other for now. I, Shao Shuaijun, I believe you all know that I am the director of "Inception" and "Rise of the Planet of the Apes", and I am also the participant and maker of the Marvel Cinematic Universe project, and we will spend the next four to five months together. I'm a good talker, and my directing belief is to enjoy every moment of the shoot. I don't care what you do in private, just be in front of my camera, just put in. Okay, which of you comes first, Iron Man? ”

Iron Man is Iron Man Tony. Stark, played by Robert Jr., who has been famous for the past two years. Downey.

Tony. Stark is the heir to Stark Industries, super rich, and his father, Howard, is one of the founders of S.H.I.E.L.D. During a kidnapping incident, Tony invented a set of super-powered flying armor made of molecularly reorganized crystalline iron reinforced with a magnetic field and covered with titanium. After putting on the armor, Tony transforms into an Iron Man who punishes evil and promotes good, invulnerable, and can fly.

Previously, Iron Man has appeared in the movies "Iron Man", "Iron Man 2", and "The Incredible Hulk".

Robert Jr. and Shao Shuaijun are not strangers, and after introducing themselves playfully. Shao Shuaijun asked again: "Who is next, Black Widow?" ”

Black Widow Natasha. Romanov is played by Scarlett. Johnson, the leader of the Shaw Brothers.

Black Widow was originally a Russian female agent of the secret organization S.H.I.E.L.D., with a graceful physique, a good face, a clear mind, quick movements, extraordinary skills, tough and fierce, and was an elite agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. Natasha was initially placed as an undercover agent inside Stark Industries, spying on Iron Man Tony. Stark, who later officially joined the Avengers. She is also the only female member of the Women's Federation that joined the army this time.

Previously, Black Widow had appeared in the movie "Iron Man 2".

After Scarlett introduced herself, it was Thor's turn. The actor is the general of the Shaw Brothers, Jack. Gyllenhill.

Thor is a non-Earth human member of the Women's Federation. He hails from the Asgardian world on the other side of the universe and is the heir of the Asgardian god king Odin, who was exiled to Earth due to his youth and recklessness. And regard the earth as their own guardian land. His primary concern. It is to maintain the peace of the universe. At the same time, deal with the relationship with the villain's younger brother.

Thor has not yet met the audience, but in May this year, "Thor" will be released.

After Gyllen Hill. It's the turn of Hulk Hulk to play the role of Mark Brown. Ruffalo.

The Hulk was originally a scientist, Bruce. Dr. Banner, who was accidentally injured by gamma rays during an experiment, discovered that when he was in a state of anger or fear, his uncontrollable heartbeat would transform him into a large, powerful, but uncontrolled green man. Dr. Banner was always looking for a cure for this "disease", and he was drafted into the Women's Federation because of his terrifying powers.

Previously, the Hulk had already appeared in the movie "The Incredible Hulk".

After Mark, he is played by Captain America, Chris Brown. Evans.

Captain America was originally an emaciated ordinary soldier during World War II, but because he participated in the "Super Soldier Rebirth Program", he was injected with super soldier serum, and became the only successful experimental subject and had physical fitness beyond ordinary people. He had made great achievements in World War II, but in the final battle to expel the villain Red Skull, Rogers was severely damaged and frozen in ice, only to wake up about seventy years later. Subsequently, he joined the Women's Federation.

Captain America has not yet met the audience, and in August this year, "Captain America" will be released.

After Chris introduced himself, it was the turn of the last superhero, Hawkeye, played by Jeremy. Leonard.

Hawkeye is an orphan who grew up in a circus and was killed by S.H.I.E.L.D. Commander Nick Brown. Fury had a discerning eye and joined the Women's Federation. Hawkeye moves quickly and resolutely, has a low-key and calm personality, hits every shot, and is extremely good at sniping. In the movie, Hawkeye has a little emotional entanglement with Black Widow.

Hawkeye will appear in Thor, but only in a small number of shots.

After the six superheroes introduced themselves, the villain Loki played Tom . Hiddleston began to introduce himself.

Loki is Thor's younger brother, but not his own brother, he was picked up by Odin on the battlefield, and in the process of growing up in search of father's love and fair treatment, Loki gradually loses his reason and balance, and his desire for power leads him to the path of rebellion. After being exiled, a large army was formed to attack Earth.

Loki will also be the first to appear in Thor.

After Tom finished speaking, it was the turn of S.H.I.E.L.D. Commander Nick. Fury, who is played by Samuel. Jackson.

Nick. Fury, also known as the One-Eyed Man, is also a product of the Super Soldier's rebirth program, but he is slightly inferior to Captain America, but he can also delay aging, and is the leader of S.H.I.E.L.D. and the convener of the Women's Federation.

Basically, these eight are the main actors of "The Avengers", and they are also several big names present today. Others like Iron Man's girlfriend Pepper played by Gwyneth. Paltrow, S.H.I.E.L.D. seventh-level agent actor Clark. Greg, the ninth-level agent played by Kobi. Smulders, because he didn't have their role and wasn't the starring role, didn't show up.

After the starring role, all the cast and crew gave a brief introduction to themselves.

Shao Shuaijun clapped his hands at this time: "Then, welcome to join the Women's Federation, and the task of defending the earth will be handed over to you!" Now, let's go to the interview with reporters and warm up the scene first. (To be continued......)