Four hundred and ninetieth chapters like-minded
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In late September, Matthew received a notice from Marvel that the crew of "Iron Man" finalized the male lead. Robert Downey Jr. passed the audition and signed a formal actor contract with the crew. He will play Tony Stark for a long time in the future, and the two parties signed a long contract.
Originally, Marvel Studios wanted to sign seven movie contracts with Robert Downey Jr., but Robert Downey Jr. disagreed.
He was in a bad situation. Except for following George Clooney to play soybeans in film and television dramas, he couldn't get a good chance. Almost everyone was skeptical of him.
But Robert Downey Jr. is not stupid. He knows that this opportunity is rare, but he cannot be completely tied to Marvel's ship. There are too many contracts for seven movies. After some bargaining, an agreement was finally reached.
In addition to "Iron Man", Robert Downey Jr.'s contract also includes three other films that require the official appearance of Iron Man.
Of course, before those three projects are launched in the future, both parties can sit down and discuss the pay.
However, with this agreement, Robert Downey Jr.'s pay will inevitably be subject to certain restrictions.
As for whether Robert Downey Jr. will burst out all his desire to pay after the contract expires, then he will not do Matthew's business. It is estimated that his investment agreement with Marvel will expire by then.
By that time, even if he still wants to invest, Marvel probably won't be able to beat him.
The male protagonist is sure that Robert Downey Jr., and Matthew reads the final version of the script again. The story is similar to that in memory, so he puts the Marvel incident aside for the time being. There are professionals in the crew of "Iron Man" that don't have to worry about it. Moreover, Bella Anderson will also go to the crew from time to time to see the specific progress.
Matthew turned back to Warner Studios. Since late September, he has reported on Warner Studios almost every day. On the one hand, he is understanding the post-production of "The Three Hundred Warriors of Sparta", and on the other hand, "I Am a Legend" will start filming soon.
“The publicity effect is very good, even better than expected.”
In the cafe in the post-production studio, David Ellison picked up the coffee and took a sip, looked at Matthew sitting opposite him, and said, "Everything in North America is discussing...well, discussing our trailer and promotional poster."
David Ellison didn't know how to describe the popularity caused by this wave of publicity. Matthew was just a red cloak and red trousers, which caused discussions among many people, especially some women, who were almost crazy.
"That, Matthew." He put down his coffee cup and asked tentatively, "There is an advantage in that aspect. Is it particularly easy to hook up with beautiful women?"
Matthew was stunned for a while, and then shook his head for a long time before he said, "It shouldn't be a big deal. Before I became famous, no actress or female model had ever taken the initiative to talk to me. Even if I wanted to talk to them, they basically ignored me."
He shrugged and said, "The halo of stars is the real and effective weapon."
David Ellison continued his words, "Just like most women come to hook me up, because I have money?"
Matthew nodded slightly, "It's almost the same. Anyway, the actresses or female models I have dated are more interested in my star status than me."
Speaking of this, he pointed to his face again and said proudly, "Of course, a look like me is definitely one of the reasons for being popular."
David Ellison couldn't help laughing and suggested, "This year's Victoria's Secret Show is held in Los Angeles. Why not let's go together and compete with more female models."
"Confirmed to be held in Los Angeles?" Matthew always remembers the Victoria's Secret Show.
"It's OK." David Ellison obviously paid attention to it, "it was held at the Kodak Theater."
Matthew also became interested and said, "Okay, David. We will compete with who will have more models at that time."
David Ellison was full of confidence, "Those female models value fame and fortune more than actresses. With our wealth and fame, we will definitely gain."
Two rich and famous men, when they get together, they will definitely discuss such high-end topics as the Victoria's Secret Show and the Victoria's Secret Angels.
In this regard, Matthew and David Ellison have similar stinky tastes... No, they are like-minded.
The Victoria's Secret Show will be until December. The two chatted for a while, and David Ellison asked about Matthew's investment.
"You borrowed money from me to invest in Marvel's superhero movies?"
Matthew couldn't deny it at this time and said, "Yes, Marvel Entertainment has established a Marvel Studios subsidiary and is preparing to adapt the "Iron Man" movie. I wanted to find me as the male lead some time ago, but I refused."
His investment in Marvel has been reported by the media all over the place. David Ellison will know just by understanding it a little.
David Ellison looked at Matthew, "I've heard of this project for a long time, but most people don't like them, and I think the risk is too great."
Matthew smiled, "I just want to have a gamble."
In fact, he could see that David Ellison has matured a lot in the past two years. Although he is still far away from an outstanding investor, he is no longer the blind and impulsive boy before. He will be cautious when it comes to large investments with extremely high risks.
David Ellison spent $80 million in "The Three Hundred Warriors of Sparta" and also invested in another project. "I personally can't afford $40 million. I've put $60 million in "Air War Heroes" and it won't be released in February next year."
Matthew then remembered that David Ellison invested in such a movie two years ago. At that time, David Ellison was completely different from now. It is said that he made the investment decision just because there were many planes in this movie...
"Have the production of "Air War Heroes" been completed?" Matthew asked curiously.
"Not yet, but it's too soon." David Ellison suddenly felt a little depressed. "The effect of the film is much worse than "The Three Hundred Warriors of Spartan", and I don't think it's optimistic."
Matthew is standing on the same front with David Ellison, thinking for a while, and saying, "Rise up a few more previews, adjust them appropriately according to the response, and do work with those critics and Rotten Tomatoes, so that the relevant ratings can be delayed until the film is released before the ban is lifted."
"Well." David Ellison responded first, and then said, "I have thought about it carefully. Other movies should be invested properly. My main investment target is you. I will follow you in the future and invest in the movies you star in."
He looked at Matthew, "You won't have any objection, do you?"
Matthew pointed at him and said with a smile, "I'm not happy with a financial supporter like you, so how could I have any objections?" He lighted the table with his fingers, "But we have to make one thing. If you really invest, no matter what happens in the crew, you have to stand on my side."
In the past two years, he can be said to be smooth sailing, but he inevitably blocked some people's path and might encounter some unexpected situations.
"Don't worry, Matthew," David Ellison said confidently, "we are friends."
Judging from the response of the trailer of "The Three Hundred Warriors of Sparta", the chances of success of the film are higher than the possibility of failure. With the success of the films that have been successful in the past, he basically confirmed one thing. Matthew obviously has something unique about choosing a movie project that others don't understand.
Also, his box office appeal is really strong. There are several films with poor ratings and reputation, but they can achieve huge profits. The role of starring stars is extremely obvious.
If this "Spartan Three Hundred Warriors" can also be a great success, some of his investment choices will no longer be exhausted, just follow Matthew.
Matthew chatted with David Ellison for a while, and then went to meet Zach Schneider. Perhaps because of his busy relationship recently, Zach Schneider lost weight.
Staying in the editing room, Matthew watched all the post-production clips for a while, regardless of the style of the picture or the high-speed slow motion, which evoked his memory of the same movie he had seen.
Zach Schneider is Zach Schneider, and his unique style has not changed at all.
"I think this may be the highest peak of my career."
Standing next to Matthew, Zach Schneider looked at the footage on the monitor and said, "I will never be able to take this feeling again."
Matthew patted his arm lightly and said, "This is just beginning."
It is estimated that after this film, Zach Schneider will be closely linked to Warner Bros. In a few years, Christopher Nolan will recommend Horner to engage in the DC Universe and "Justice League".
If that's the case, it's quite interesting that he and Zach Schneider are on Marvel and the other are on DC.
Of course, the relationship between DC and Marvel is not like fans who are fine. These two companies have good relationships in recent years, and have close contact in private, and have countless imitations and references. It is not uncommon for the heroes of the two companies to visit or compare in comics from time to time.
He still vaguely remembers that the various tricks of the Internet between DC Cinema Universe fans and Marvel Cinema Universe fans on the other side of the Pacific were even more exciting than the combined DC and Marvel superhero movies.
Fortunately, superhero movies were not the hottest Hollywood movies on the other side of the Pacific. Otherwise, every time a DC or Marvel movie was screened, a group of characters like Luo Da Shield and Pancake King would be fucked with red panties and big bats, and the big scissors would show their power directly.
I had lunch with Zach Schneider at noon, and Matthew went to the crew of "I Am Legend" at the same Warner Studios in the afternoon, and met and chatted with Aziva Gosman and Gilmod Del Toro for a while. The sci-fi doomsday movie is very close to the beginning of filming.
Chapter completed!