It was a pleasure to communicate with the creators of "When Happiness Knocks on the Door", everyone has very similar ideas and almost the same understanding of the movie. They even had time for Will, who was training for the new film as far away as New York. Smith made a phone call - the new film is a post-apocalyptic sci-fi action movie, and after a brief transformation, Will is back to the Warner Bros. action movie, and it's clear that after leaving the action genre, Will is a little apprehensive and uneasy.

Daniel's endorsement appeased everyone, including Gabriech, who was focused on the summer box office whirlwind set off by MGM and DD.

"Bad Teacher" 130 million, "Youth Musical" 180 million, "Magic Mike" 54.42 million, and "Pirates of the Caribbean 2", which is currently 210 million - this is all North American box office, and all of them are in theaters, even "Bad Teacher", there is still nearly 2 million on weekdays, and it is not very difficult to exceed 16 million a week. As for "Youth Musical", it is currently predicted that its final number will exceed 200 million, which is already an accepted opinion, whether it is 250 million or 280 million - and it is impossible to reach 300 million, how far can it expand the miracle? "Magic Mike" still performs well against the invincible whirlwind of "Pirate 2", which shows that it will eventually break 100 million is also a high probability event.

Don't think that breaking 100 million is an easy task.

In the whole year of 2005, there were only 21 works that exceeded 100 million at the box office in North America - and there are more than 21 production companies in North America, not to mention that these 21 films are all affiliated with Hollywood's six major studios except MGM, DD Pictures and DreamWorks, if you count Warner's independently operated new line, then it is 9.

Now the small cost of MGM's three films with an investment of less than 20 million has all exceeded 100 million, especially "Youth Musical" even exceeded 200 million - the annual box office in North America easily accumulated to more than 400 million! Considering that MGM still has the only masterpiece "007" series of new films on the market at the end of the year, it is not a big problem for the North American box office to reach 7-800 million throughout the year, and this number is completely on the top seven of Hollywood. What's more, as more projects are launched, especially with the launch of this batch of small-cost sequels, MGM's prospects are predictable.

Therefore, MGM's amazing performance in the summer file is worth mentioning in any case.

……

When you arrive in the cave town by car from Tiangang Airport. It was 1:40 p.m., 50 minutes before their agreed time.

This allowed Daniel to take a leisurely look at the scenery of Phoenix. Founded 25 years ago, the city is the fifth-largest city in the United States, although it has only 1.5 million people. The climate is dry and hot - that's why it's called Phoenix. As the capital of Arizona, Phoenix is not far from Los Angeles, after all, California and Arizona are adjacent to each other.

But this is indeed Daniel's first time in this inland city, and his actions are extremely secretive, and most of the people who follow him should be following his Mercedes car to DD Pictures - when the car drives directly into the underground garage. No one knows if there is anyone or no one in there, and Daniel's office is so unique that ordinary DD Pictures employees can't know for sure whether Daniel is in the company or not, and they don't have anything to communicate with Daniel directly - as for David, Ferguson, and Melissa, if they can be bribed by reporters, then Daniel won't have to do these ridiculous cover-ups.

Mel and Christian, along with their three children, welcomed guests at the door.

Daniel is dressed casually. and Melissa stepped out of the car one after another.

Love and career are the two magic weapons that maintain a woman's brilliance, and this sentence is definitely good for Mel. Daniel only glanced at it. The stay-at-home mom in her 30s with three children is much younger than most of her peers - not because of how good her figure is and how tender her skin is, but because you can feel that she is full of breath - full of hope and enthusiasm for life.

"Wow, happy family."

Daniel reached out and shook hands with Christian first. Then he hugged Mel, then crouched down and touched Mel's three children, and the youngest, Airy, hid behind his mother, grabbed her by one foot and peeked at Daniel from the side.

"Welcome. Daniel. ”

The host family was clearly proud of Daniel's personal visit.

Both Mel and Christian were intrigued and awed by the superstar of fame - and now when he arrived at their residence and had his eye on the novel they possessed, it was an indescribable experience.

The home is very warmly furnished, and it can be seen that Mel is not relaxed to take care of her little family because of writing, even though she is now the most profitable person in the family.

"Taste, this is the coffee beans my friend sent me."

Mel places a few cups of coffee on the coffee table.

Daniel beckoned to Airy, who had relaxed a lot, and little Airy looked at his smiling parents, and squeezed to Daniel's side - it should be said that Mel's house was not a mansion, although it was not narrow, but the living room that was divided was not so large, and it was a little cramped for eight people, even with three children.

Hold little Airy in his arms.

"Honestly, Mel, I was very happy to hear that Paramount had given up on 'Twilight' - it might be a bit unkind, sorry."

"No, there isn't."

Mel apparently didn't care.

"Daniel, though, I didn't think you'd be interested in it."

"Of course, why not? So many readers love Isabella and Edward so much, and I certainly love them too. Daniel glanced at Melissa.

Melissa took a report out of her bag.

"We even made a simple plan for this, you can look at it."

Christian motioned for Mel to look first.

Above is the budget amount, the positioning of the work, the idea of script creation, and the expected results. It wasn't too long, and Mel read it and handed it to Christian, and it took less than half an hour in total.

"Truth be told, Mel, if it's not for 'Twilight'. I'm not going to be in Phoenix, because I didn't know you had three such lovely kids before I came. Daniel flattered little Airy in his arms, "I think it's a powerful story that hits the nail on the head of love and the vampire setting." Although it is not new, it can even be called old-fashioned. But in a movie that focuses on young love, it will definitely make Edward one of the most attractive male leads. I can almost assure you that young people will love it, and even go crazy for Edward. ”

Daniel personally went off the field and Stephanie. Mel talks about what DD Pictures will do with this remarkable work if he gets the rights to adapt it.

As a contented stay-at-home wife, money isn't the most important factor in impressing Mel. Because selling books has paid off enough for her, and she's really not an insatiable person. Now she wants her work to be better represented - and no one thinks she'll win "Twilight" for a million dollars, does she?

Mel remained calm until Daniel offered to have a group of ladies work on the film, when she got a little excited.

"Really?"

"Yes, except for the actors! The screenwriter will be you, and I will also invite an outstanding female screenwriter to help you, and the director will also be a lady. The producer will be Melissa herself. ”

"Oh no, no, the script should be written by a professional. I can be a part of it. Mel was visibly agitated, she wasn't a pure feminist. But the birth of this work is originally the self-redemption and awakening of a depressed married woman who doubts love - it would be so meaningful if it could be produced by a purely female team.

Christian patted his wife on the shoulder.

"Looks like you're on the same page."

Nearly 3 hours have passed since Daniel entered the house. Communication can be said to be quite adequate.

"What do you think, Chris, I think everything is great."

Compared to the more emotional Mel, Christian is much calmer, but it is worth the good news. He has no objection, "Frankly, I think there are pros and cons to giving 'Twilight' to big companies like Paramount and Universal, but some smaller studios may be more appropriate -- they will give more importance to the original book and Stephanie's opinion." They may also be investing more attention and energy than the big corporations – after all, compared to the sheer size of "Batman" and "Pirates of the Caribbean," the attention that "Twilight" might get worries us. But now I think DD Pictures is probably the best fit for us - you've made a lot of great small- and medium-budget productions over the last few years, and you've had a lot of experience and never tried it, which reassures us a lot. ”

"You won't regret your decision today, I promise."

"Daniel, I know it's unlikely, but I'd be excited if you could play Edward." Mel said suddenly excitedly.

Christian was stunned for a moment, and looked at his wife helplessly, "It's not easy, it was finally after we reached an agreement that she revealed her true nature." Daniel, she's a big fan of your movies – our bedroom has a Blu-ray DVD of all your work to date, as well as a ton of accessories. ”

"My elven prince!" Little Airy screamed suddenly.

It was supposed to be Legolas's figure.

Daniel and Melissa looked at each other, which was a surprise.

"Daniel, can you sign me a few names on the DVD later?" Mel is starting to become a real movie fan.

"Well, of course, no problem."

Melissa and Christian continue their consultations, while Mel leads Daniel upstairs into little Airy and his brother's room, where he catches a glimpse of Legolas' toy - and Mel walks in with a small suitcase.

"School Blues", "The Fellowship of the Ring", "The Two Towers", "The Return of the King", "Gladiator", "Legally Blonde", "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Spy" - indeed, all Daniel's productions are in it, whether it is the lead or the supporting role. He also saw quite a few films that DD Pictures produced, but he didn't appear in. (To be continued.) )

PS: There is always half a day every day, and all the data is motionless, which is the performance of no recommendation