2127.Chapter 2127 2127 The Six Senses of the Supernatural
No one will doubt that the script of "The Sixth Sense" must have its own characteristics, otherwise Hugo would not have nodded and agreed to star in this work. But even so, when Hugo, Toni Colette, Kate Beckinsale, Haley Joe Osmon and other leading actors thought that "this is not a horror movie", all reporters were surprised.
originally thought that the premiere was just a routine, and so many reporters who came to the scene came for the possibility of "Hugo and Charlize" walking on the red carpet together, so when they saw this pair of Hollywood golden boys and girls walking the red carpet hand in hand, most of the reporters were already satisfied, and they were more dispensable for the subsequent development of the film - if it weren't for Hugo's face, it is estimated that many media would have to leave halfway through - of course, there is also an advantage of staying is to watch the jokes of this horror movie.
But now things are a little weird, Toni repeatedly emphasized, "This is a movie about family love, not a horror movie at all", and that categorical attitude left reporters confused: So what's going on? Could it be the crew's PR strategy? In order to attract more audiences who "refuse to go to the cinema because it's a horror movie", let go of their prejudices? But this doesn't make sense, because "The Sixth Sense of the Supernatural" is a horror movie, which is officially certified by Bowei Pictures!
After the premiere, everyone started to move towards the middle. The National Theatre flocked in, and the audience and reporters who got tickets to the premiere couldn't wait to get a glimpse, while those who regretted passing by the premiere were still reluctant to leave, hoping to wait at the door and learn about the film from the audience first.
Nicholas found Hugo in the middle of an encirclement - he was signing autographs for a group of rabid fans, and it was clear from the few words that these were the Honor to Death fans, who were all starting to miss the band and asking when the fourth album of Honor to Death would be released. Hugo talked with everyone very patiently, and the atmosphere was very lively.
waited until near the opening time of the premiere before Hugo said goodbye and left, and Nicholas hurriedly followed. Hugo glanced at him, "You're here to get me and Charlize exclusively?" ”
Nicholas glanced at Hugo helplessly, "If yes, are you willing to give it?" Hugo smiled silently, Nicholas couldn't be clearer about this answer, in fact, Hugo and Charlize attended the premiere together today, which is already the biggest limit, which is a huge surprise, so Nicholas can't ask for more, "No, I'm here to ask you, what's going on with this movie?" ”
Hugo was a little surprised, and cast a surprised look at Nicholas, "I mean really, why did you take this script?" And you keep saying it's not a horror movie, what the hell is going on? Nicholas further explained.
Hugo thought about it seriously, "Let's put it this way, the horror films that appeared in the second half of the eighties began to be more 'scary', but before that, horror films were more about exploring psychological thrillers and darkness, and frightening was only an incidental effect." Nicholas nodded, "Say 'The Shining,' say 'The Exorcist.'" This answer made Hugo nod again and again, showing a smile, "Strictly speaking, 'The Sixth Sense' is more of a retro horror movie, horror is just a medium, pouring in to convey different stories. ”
Hugo's answer was simple, but clear, and it made Nicholas wake up. If it is a work like "The Shining", then it is as if Jack Nicholson was made in the first place, and Hugo's joining will not seem shocking.
Suddenly, Hugo seemed to think of something again, and said seriously, "Remember, you must be sure, have you read carefully?" ”
Before Nicholas could react, he saw Hugo leave quickly, and then saw Hugo and the crew converge and walk quickly towards the screening room. Nicholas just ran two steps forward, he could only give up and chew carefully, but he still didn't have any clue, what is called "you have to be sure, have you watched carefully", did he watch the movie carefully enough?
Unlike the average viewer, as film critics and professional journalists, they must watch the film carefully in order to ensure that the articles they write are meaningful and not made up. So, even if it's a popcorn movie, even if it's a big bad movie, they have to watch it carefully. So, why did Hugo specifically explain this? And it's a horror movie!
Could it be that there are details like "The Shining" in the movie? Or is there a tribute to the "Shining" in the movie? God, if you watch a horror movie with all your heart, it is estimated that the fright is multiplied...... Could it be just Hugo's prank?
Nicholas felt that his mind was full of question marks, and even though he knew it was a trap, he could only jump into it with a heavy heart.
I have to say that the "supernatural sixth sense" filled Nicholas with countless question marks from the beginning - and at the same time felt a deep chill, when he saw Leonardo shoot Hugo, Nicholas was so frightened that he almost jumped out of his chair: if Hugo's character died at the beginning, this is the biggest grating of the whole movie - everyone was deceived by the gimmick of "starring Hugo", and Hugo ended up appearing, then what else is there to watch about this movie.
Fortunately, Malcolm played by Hugo was saved, which made Nicholas breathe a sigh of relief, and the entire movie theater audience was as shocked as he was.
Then the story slowly unfolds, and to Nicholas's surprise, the real protagonists of the movie are Hugo and Haley. As we all know, there is a joke in Hollywood, "Never work with children and animals", because children and animals are completely uncontrollable, and often create too many accidents during the filming process, resulting in the quality of the finished film going unknown - either it is excellent or it is a disaster.
But the "sixth sense of the supernatural" actually boldly put Haley in front of Hugo - even an ordinary actor is now standing in front of Hugo, his feet are weak, let alone a child with almost no acting experience. It's no different from killing yourself.
However, the reason why Nicholas was surprised was because in the first thirty minutes of the movie, Haley's performance was simple but delicate, and there was actually a shocking power, even in front of Hugo, which was definitely a huge surprise.
In terms of the advancement of the movie itself, it really doesn't feel like a horror movie, thirty minutes have passed, there is no ghost, no blood, just a normal story, telling the story of Cole, who lives with his mother, and Malcolm, a psychiatrist, has a major problem with his wife, but he must focus all his energy on helping Cole out of the situation.
Nicholas can see why the actors have repeatedly emphasized that this is not a horror movie. Although the movie is permeated with an eerie horror atmosphere, it seems that something is always happening, but it is impossible to understand what is really happening, but it is still far from a "horror movie", not even a psychological thriller.
But...... As far as the story itself is concerned, there is not much new, just a simple movie to help children get out of their psychological difficulties. This disappointed Nicholas a little, but he still had to cheer up, because Hugo said, "Have you read carefully? ”
It wasn't until halfway through the movie that he looked into Cole's tear-filled eyes and whispered in a trembling voice, "I can see dead people." The indescribable fear made Nicholas shiver in an instant, and there was no way to stop, one by one, he looked at the big screen, Malcolm and Cole's slow and mysterious aura was slowly flowing, all the terrifying atmosphere and Cole's strange behavior were explained, everything was explained in an instant, and Nicholas's heart stopped beating suddenly.
The entire movie theater fell into a deathly silence, and everyone held their breath, unable to move at all. It was not until this moment that the terrifying veil of the "supernatural sixth sense" was slowly lifted.
Although Malcolm thinks Cole is hallucinating, moviegoers know that it's definitely not that simple. Sure enough, the next plot development is creepy, and the ghosts that are invisible but still exist around make the whole theater permeated with a kind of cold that penetrates deep into the bone marrow - you must know that it is the height of summer in August, but it is as cold as December Canada, and the biting cold makes the heart shrink.
Malcolm never believed Cole's words, and at the same time he found himself further and further away from his wife, and he even suspected that she was having an affair, which made him completely absent-minded. However, his distrust disappointed Cole, who looked at Cole with tears in his eyes and pleaded, "If you don't believe me, how can you help me?" This deeply touched Malcolm.
Malcolm remembered that Vincent's situation was almost exactly the same as Cole's, so he began to rummage through the tapes of his previous conversations with Vincent, and unexpectedly found that there was a soft whispering voice in the tape, which was in Spanish, constantly calling for help, "Please help me, help me, I don't want to see God." This made Malcolm understand everything.
Nicholas only felt that all the hairs on his back stood on end, because he understood the whole thing - Vincent and Cole could see ghosts, but no one could understand them, so Vincent was finally driven crazy and chose to understand himself, and now Cole is in the same situation.
Nicholas didn't even realize that his eyes were moist, and he was completely moved by Cole, completely shocked by Malcolm, completely substituted for the whole story.