Harvey looked at Daniel in surprise, and something automatically connected into a thread in his mind.

The theatrical meeting of "Greek Wedding" and the post-screening meeting of Oriental Cinema and the special screening of "The Pianist".

"DD Pictures wants to be a movie theater?"

"No, DD is a law-abiding studio, we can't break the law, it's just a little new investment for me, how about it?"

"It's not good, cinema is not a sunrise industry."

Harvey clearly expressed his disapproval of Daniel's new investment, and it is also true that the total number of screens in the United States has not changed much over the years, and even in the next decade or so, there will be no special improvement, simply put, the market is saturated, and the number of screens cannot increase without an increase in population.

Daniel disagrees, though, saying, "I don't know why I'm talking about it in the first place, but there's nothing wrong with a simple conversation. Harvey, do you remember the "Fantasia 2000" produced by Disney two years ago? IMAX feature-length films, despite its poor performance, have a larger screen and clearer picture quality, which is a good direction. Digital and 3D, and the wonderful spark between them will have a big impact on the future of movie-watching, and I don't think it hurts to touch it now. What's more, neither I nor Mr. Cooper, the owner of this theater, have any intention of becoming a theater giant, we just want to have something to do and have a say in this field. ”

For Japan or the United States, it has been decades since 3D movies were truly born. It's not a new thing, but due to the limitations of film playback equipment, 3D movies have never been able to become mainstream. And with the development of the film industry over the decades. Audiences in these parts of Europe and North America have a higher appreciation for movies, so they are not so keen on more exciting 3D movies.

And when it comes to this concept, we have to mention James. Cameron's later super-masterpiece "Avatar", a 3D blockbuster that couldn't make every round of 3D blockbusters make the concept popular in North America for a few years before it quickly cooled down. The rich texture of 2D films is still the most important feature for movie fans.

IMAX really began to develop with "Fantasia 2000". The first IMAX animated feature film, the time is still very short.

In Daniel's view. Geographically, North America and Europe are more suitable for digital 2D, while China and emerging countries are interested in IMAX+3D. In terms of subject matter, literary films are of course more suitable for 2D. And special effects blockbusters are undoubtedly more enjoyable on 3D and IMAX screens. As a producer and with a VFX studio like Weta Digital, it was only natural for Daniel to try to drive the trend forward.

Moreover, Daniel does not want to be a theater only.

For so many years, the three major cinema chains have controlled more than 40% of the screens, and the addition of new forces will only make this already saturated market bleed, and both sides will lose.

When he decided to invest in Oriental Cinema, he and Exxon described the concept of making Oriental Cinema a center of cinematic interaction.

There will be the latest technology here. The hottest movie stars, the most interesting interactions -- all in all, it's going to be cool and trendy.

However, Harvey lost interest in the topic. In his opinion, Daniel may just be looking for a regular premiere spot for the films he has invested in.

"Okay, let's get back to business." Harvey smiled, "It's great, Daniel, your performance in there is simply breathtaking." I suggest you can do your best for your first Oscar. ”

"Do you think the academy will give an actor to me who is only 23 years old the next year?"

"Why not, nothing is impossible. Because your performance is eye-catching enough. And the subject matter is really likable, which is a big plus for you. ”

Daniel, of course, knew what he was talking about, and there was a lot of Jews among the people who voted.

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The hesitant Daniel team, with Xavi's professional assurance, decided to give it their all for this Oscar.

Trever, of course, is the main force, and Kusa Melissa and others also need to be joined.

"It's a project!"

Daniel still remembers the frenzied look of Trick as he preached it all, and his short demagogic speech, and Daniel assured that the hairs on the top of his head stood up with excitement, and that it was Trickor who stroked it several times before he got down.

What is more rewarding than publicizing an Oscar winner.

Daniel couldn't have imagined.

However, he is now going back to Burbank to continue the filming of "Pirates of the Caribbean", because "The Two Towers" and "The Pianist", he has fallen behind a lot, and there are some critics' awards that have already begun, and Daniel has to be helped by Nia Franca and others.

In fact, in the coming awards season, Daniel is thought to be likely to be buried with trophies.

The media has long predicted on this topic, and in the past and upcoming part of 2002, Daniel contributed one of the most popular supporting actors, Legolas in "The Two Towers", and the leading actor in a comedy box office miracle "My Grand Greek Wedding", which is not the end, and he also has the charming and popular Jason in "Spy". Agent Bourne, who now performs in "The Pianist," is bound to reshuffle the awards season.

These four movies go from comedy to plot, from supporting roles to protagonists, from popularity to acting skills, from teenagers to the elderly, from women to men, and truly achieve all-round no dead ends.

"Anything that is set up for male stars, Daniel will be the most powerful winner."

In fact, because of his busy schedule, he was able to attend very few in person, except for the Golden Globe and Oscar general nominations, which will not be absent, Daniel is now confirmed to be present only at next year's "People's Choice Awards", because the award is open to audience voting on Fridays and Saturdays, so Daniel is unbeatable on the Internet. Called on by his own fans to participate. And the significance of this award - representing the hottest stars - is enough to make Daniel decide to take a trip.

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Like him, there is also director Rob . Marshall. Miramax's blockbuster "Chicago" was released on the 10th. A few days ago, because Rob was going to attend the premiere of the movie, Daniel was invited to participate in it. Renee. Zweig didn't see any signs of unpleasantness in front of him, but Daniel thought she might have endured it harder.

Because during the casting of "Pirates of the Caribbean", Renee ended up losing to Kayla, no matter what. There must be something in my heart.

At that premiere, Daniel communicated a little directly with Harvey. The Weinstein brothers agreed to take on work on The Pianist, however, their own Chicago was also this year, and it was clearly ambitious. At the Golden Globes. Of course, there is no problem with that, because "Chicago" is a musical comedy, and "The Pianist" is a drama. But once it comes to the Oscars, it's a big smash brawl, and all kinds of films will be mixed, just look at the three movies starring Daniel in "The Pianist", "Greek Wedding" and "The Two Towers", you can know how messy and fierce the competition is.

Harvey gave him a very simple answer, "Tim understands all this, and Richard. Kiel will not PR the Oscars. ”

Yes. "Chicago" focuses on their two heroines, Catherine. Zeta. Jones and Renee. Zweig, the latter is a little more ambitious than the former. Of course, Locksh is more of a heroine than Velma.

This is indeed the most powerful and direct answer.

"The Pianist" is not a work of DD Pictures. How Miramax would coordinate the two films, of course, was to get Tim. Roland's approval. Richard. Kiel was not in Daniel's concern in the first place, and his worst enemy was undoubtedly Jason, who lost to him at the Cannes Film Festival. Nicholson, the actor in "About Schmidt", is of course limited by the rating system of Cannes, and Daniel is not clear. Between Jason and him, is there anyone else. Now know Richard from Harvey's mouth. Kiel's lack of an Oscar show that the other side is either determined to spend their energy and resources on the Golden Globes, or simply thinks that they will have to work hard to get an Oscar nomination, either way, which is good news for Daniel.

After the official release of "Chicago", Rob as a director, he will have less work, although of course there is a promotional itinerary after the release, but Miramax itself is a subsidiary of Disney, and the coordination between the two sides is very smooth, of course,

Above all, a new director, not so essential. If "The Pianist" were Miramax's work, then Daniel would really have to scratch his head.

There are more than 40 large and small films launched in December, of course, most of them are a round of theater tours, one screen or no more than 10.

And since mid-December, it has been an intensive time for major movies to be launched. Spielberg's blockbuster, Tom. Hanks and Leonardo starred in "Cat and Mouse", alas, Daniel did not win the role, he tried, but failed. And then there's Robert. Marshall's Chicago, followed by The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, Warner's The Lover, and then Martin. Scorsese's "Gangs of New York", this film is also starring Leonardo, if anyone can share the glory with Daniel this year, Leonardo will be a choice. Steven and Martin's two blockbusters are indeed top-notch resources. In addition to these, of course, there are essential cartoons, such as Nickelodeon's Lisa and Her Friends, Disney's The Lion King.

In general, the Christmas schedule is more crowded than the trains in Tokyo, and there are no fewer people who want to play some "idiot" tricks in it.

But Daniel doesn't have to worry too much, his "Greek Wedding" swept 400 million in the summer, and it has nothing to do with these guys who grab food, as for "The Two Towers", not to mention the Time Warner behind it, even if it is New Line Pictures, it is also a big independent studio known as Hollywood hooligans. Coupled with the boost of the previous work, it should be the movie that you don't have to worry about in the entire Christmas file.

The remaining "Pianist" is only screened in Los Angeles, and the official release will not be until March next year, and it seems that by then, whether it is Paramount's "Decameron Love" or Fox's "Daredevil Man", it will be a month, and the others have no advantage compared with "The Pianist". What's more, the expected goal of the good machine for "The Pianist" is only 20 million to 30 million, and with Daniel's name, this number cannot be called too much pressure. (To be continued)

ps: Thank you Huwei for the monthly pass, my eyes hurt a little and my brain is a little dry. >