At the party on the eve of the week, no one was destined to talk directly about the next day's awards ceremony, some people were more confident, others knew that there was no hope of winning the award, not to mention, there were guests who did not receive any nominations. Whether it's a smart organizer or a qualified party attendee, they'll try to make most people happy.

The chat with Pearson and Solzberg was somewhat boring, and while both the Academy and the New York Times Group had a full interest in Daniel's social networking empire, tonight was clearly not the right place to talk about it.

"Let's go play with the young people." Pearson patted Daniel on the shoulder, "I can understand your feelings, forty years ago I was also impatient to talk to the old man, it was boring and irritating. ”

Daniel laughed at Pearson's self-deprecation, raised his glass, and walked away from them. Kusa. Damon had just waved at him, and the one next to him seemed to be Marvel Studios Kevin. Figo. In fact, the contact with Marvel has always been ongoing, but the enthusiasm for Marvel's cooperation is not very high, not only for DD Pictures, but also for Paramount, and Brad's plan to release Marvel works has not yet made concrete progress. According to Daniel, some of the more radical forces within Marvel seem to want Marvel itself to dominate the Marvel universe's superhero movies — producing and choosing co-distributors, just like other smaller studios, rather than selling characters and packaging to give up distribution rights. As the leading figure in the cinematization of the Marvel world, Kevin actually does not support this idea, in his opinion, superhero movies with a budget of one or two hundred million yuan at every turn are easy to make Marvel hurt, and it is not good for them to take too big a step. For Marvel, the most important thing now is to create the brand and credibility of Marvel movies, as well as to make a profit. It's not unacceptable to give away some benefits for the time being, after all, Marvel has thousands of comic book heroes, and this treasure trove allows them to come up with a few as a price for opening up new territories.

Daniel, though, was stopped halfway through.

"Hey, Tom."

"Hello, Daniel, do you have time, let's talk for a while?"

Daniel gestured to Kusa in the distance and nodded.

Tom. Sadiak. His long bubble noodle hair is quite recognizable, and he is also a well-known comedy director in Hollywood. Kerry always coincides, so there is still some lack of convincing. Daniel and Tom actually have the opportunity to work together, and when Universal filmed "The Fake God", the first person to choose was Kim. Carrey, the director is Tom. Sadiak, alas, later Universal and Kim. Kerry didn't reach a partnership and Tom seemed intent on working with Kim. Kerry marched together -- of course. Nor is it entirely his subjective will. If Kim. Carrey doesn't star, so Universal will be very cautious about choosing Tom as the director.

Later, "Fake Gods" was a box office hit, and it was given to Kim. Carrey and Tom have a conversation. When they and Daniel meet after the release of "The Impostor", they often start their conversation with this intersection.

"Is there a schedule for this year?" Tom asked bluntly, but he might not have wanted to do that. But for Daniel, too many tricks are unnecessary. Daniel, who owns DD Pictures and MGM Pictures, is very familiar with everything in it, as for the salary or something. That's not Tom's strength at all.

Daniel was a little surprised.

At various parties in Hollywood, especially before and after the Oscars, for many directors, screenwriters, producers, and investors who are mixed in Hollywood, there is an important job to invite people to participate in their ideas. This kind of "participation" is varied, from inviting actors to star, inviting bosses to invest, and inviting discerning industry authorities to measure the profitability of the project - Daniel encounters the last one the most, and the first one very little. It's not hard to see why, Daniel, who has the buff of "never failing" on his head, has one of the most authoritative criteria for judging prospects in Hollywood - although Daniel has never given anyone a clear attitude. As for why no one invited him to star in a movie at a party, it was entirely because in recent years, Daniel has rarely starred in other movies except for his company's investment, and Daniel, who owns the two super commercial series "Spy" and "Pirates of the Caribbean", can't spare much time to shoot other scenes, which is about one or two other projects a year. Outside of an attempt at a collaboration with Fox like Night at the Museum, there were few other projects that struck him.

So, Tom's inquiry came as a big surprise to Daniel, who was clearly asking if he would be willing to join a new program.

He thought about what Tom's most likely plan was to promote at this time, but unfortunately, he didn't know much about the director.

"There are two more in the back, and there may be no time this year."

"What about early next year?"

""Pirate 3" has to be filmed next year, Robert is in a hurry, he originally wanted to shoot this year, and the others are not available for the time being. Do you have a plan in hand? ”

Tom had a little hope in his heart that there was nothing left at this time, and he hesitated for a moment before sighing, "A script from a long time ago, quite interesting." ”

"Comedy?"

"Well," paused, "homosexual." ”

"Huh?" Daniel was really surprised at this time, since he quit "Brokeback Mountain", the outside world generally thought that he would not take on movies with this kind of theme. Although he subsequently stood on stage for "Brokeback Mountain" several times, it did not change this impression. Basically, he was not considered to have any discrimination against the homosexual community, but he stayed away from it - which of course many people in the field regretted.

Tom knows this, and he will find him, and it seems that this is not a literary film that can win awards.

"The content has a bit to do with "Greek Wedding" and "The Hangover", and it is also a wedding story."

Gay, weddings.

Daniel suddenly remembered a film, "My Grand Gay Wedding", Adam. Starring Sandler, a film from Universal.

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 also a small profit. Daniel's mind raced through it. It should be no problem to press the budget, and the launch of the series as a series of "Greek Wedding" should also be a little stimulating to the box office.

"Universal's "Fake Gods 2", will you direct it?"

The second part of "The Fake God", Daniel does not star, Jennifer. Aniston also doesn't star, Seth. McFarlane also won't direct - and then only "God" Morgan will be left. Freeman, basically, is a rehash. I don't know what Universal thinks, Kim. Carrey was reluctant to star, and Tom seemed to agree to the invitation - in recent years. He and Carrey also have no new opportunities to work together, and the success of "Detective Plane Head" and "The King of Words" has faded, and it is attractive to know a big sequel to him.

Tom certainly wouldn't be surprised that Daniel knew the news, although Universal hasn't made a public announcement yet, after all, a sequel with a different cast is somewhat lacking.

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

Tom was a little disappointed to get the final answer he expected.

"Okay, I will, thanks."

"Have a nice day."

……

After saying goodbye to Tom. Daniel's pace quickened and he walked towards Kevin's side, and some people who wanted to come over naturally stopped their feet.

"Long time no see, Kevin."

"Yes. Nice to meet you, Daniel. ”

Since The Punisher, he and Kevin have been on the phone. But it really hasn't happened again, after all, Marvel hasn't advanced its own movie project, and it rarely comes out to 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's a new plan, we're going to make a superhero movie, are you interested?"

"The Punisher kind?"

Kevin shook his head repeatedly, "No, no, we have learned a lesson, special effects are indeed the lifeblood of superhero movies, and Marvel recognizes this." Of course, celebrities are also an important factor. Daniel, we want to have you to star. ”

"Kusa should have told you, I can't get a schedule this year, it's a shame, Kevin."

Kevin. Figo has been in Marvel for many years, but Daniel's number of segments is not lower than him. Daniel could tell that Kevin's willingness to invite him was not strong, and more ideas 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", which one do you think is appropriate, as long as you open your mouth, we will shoot."

Kevin smiled and spoke, his eyes kept looking at Daniel.

"Marvel should take this step, you are the most familiar with your heroes, and you can tell the story of the Marvel world the best. But what I'm saying is true, after the end of "Museum", it will be "Unstoppable" immediately, and there will be "Spy Shadow 3" in the second half of the year. The MGM and DD affair has overwhelmed me. What's more, I still have to study, and I have missed a lot of classes this year. ”

Daniel's expression was flat, and there was nothing in his eyes.

Kevin didn't say anything more, and seemed to understand that it was not so easy to test Daniel. I said hello and went somewhere else.

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

The starring role of "The Incredible Hulk", isn't Edward?

"They seem to be planning to make 'Iron Man', and you're optimistic about this hero, aren't you?" Kusa is also looking at Kevin. Figo, "Still, is it a hint of him, or Avi. What Arad means, I'm not sure. But they don't seem to have a good relationship. ”

"It's no secret." Both Daniel and Kusa quickly turned their attention away, "Arad was a conservative before, but the shareholders believe that the movie era is irreversible, so he needs to win the initiative from Kevin." It is not difficult to understand why this has become more radical. What's more, Kevin has always had his own plans, and Arad is always worried that he will impress the board, so maybe one morning when he arrives at the company, he will find that he has already taken a new seat. In such a situation, how can they maintain a good relationship? ”

"But based on previous understanding, Arad seems to be more inclined to push for a sequel to The Incredible Hulk than a new hero."

This is no secret in the industry.

Arad is still a conservative at heart, unwilling to challenge the position, and An Lee's "The Incredible Hulk" failed at the box office, but it did not receive much bad reviews, and the value of the hero was not harmed. On the contrary, it caused some comments in the critics, thinking that if the shooting method was changed, it would become a classic.

It's just that the people who posted similar comments have forgotten that An Lee'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 Ahn Lee's strengths and then making the new Hulk movie into an intense action movie is ludicrous, and the sequel to Hulk won't have everything Ahn Lee has given Hulk without a doubt. So when they see "The Incredible Hulk", they will understand that the hero of the Hulk itself is not suitable for making a single-hero movie, he is suitable to appear in "Avengers", appearing fragmentally, showing his invincible violence and strong power, but it is difficult for people to only stare at it for two hours.

This is the "original sin" of the Hulk!

Unfortunately, at this time, no one knows.

Arad was strong enough to influence the situation, believing that by dodging the pitfalls of Ahn Lee's version and pandering to the views of commentators, he could maximize his chances of success.

Kevin may not see the reason for this, but he is obviously more interested in "Iron Man", "Captain America" and "Ant-Man", and the important thing is that Kevin is a tough person at heart, and the copyright of "Hulk" returned to Marvel three years after Universal abandoned the production of a sequel, that is, last year. But the right of first refusal is still in the hands of Universal, and Kevin obviously lacks recognition of this.

"They're going to make 'The Incredible Hulk.'" Daniel poured the wine from the glass into his mouth and said to Cusa in an affirmative sentence.

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

"Let's be prepared to change our strategy."

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

PS: The collection has gone up and down for a month, and now it's exactly the same as it was a month ago