As an investor in "Iron Man 2", Matthew will certainly not miss the premiere of this film, but he seems relatively low-key. He walked through the premiere red carpet and didn't even stay in the interview area and went straight to the theater.

Now, "Iron Man 2" no longer requires him to promote it hard.

This film is definitely one of the most anticipated movies in the summer of 2010.

Looking back at 2008, the superhero movie "Iron Man" that was not noticeable unexpectedly achieved a global response, and finally won nearly $800 million in box office results. By the way, it also made Robert Downey Jr., who had been in a career, turn over and become a popular Hollywood star again. Now two years later, "Iron Man 2" will be presented to the audience again. Like all sequels of big-name movies, it can naturally attract the audience's attention.

"The success of this movie may be a surprising surprise. "Iron Man" is a comic that I have read for many years. In fact, I haven't considered it too much because this comic is just one of the many comics I read back then."

When passing by in front of the interview area, Matthew heard the voice of Robert Downey Jr. being interviewed next to him, "I prefer Batman than Iron Man, but it seems that Christian Bale won't give me this opportunity to steal his role..."

Matthew glanced at Robert Downey Jr., and compared to a few years ago, Robert Downey Jr. can really be described as a salted fish turning over.

Robert Downey Jr. contributed great contribution to the success of this series, and of course, market factors are indispensable.

Tony Stark is so unique under the continuous bombardment of those superheroes who have hidden their heads and tails.

There may not be any superhero who is more free and easy than Tony Stark. "Batman" and "Spider-Man" not only have to deliberately hide their identity, but also have a lot of troubles like the shadow of childhood that covers them. Tony Stark acts high-profile, is unruly, and is better at integrating with society.

He was not afraid of revealing his identity, even if he suffered many difficult problems, and this somewhat awkward temperament was very consistent with Robert Downey Jr.

Robert Downey Jr. is equal to Tony Stark. As long as "Iron Man 2" is successful, this cannot be changed.

They have too many similar temperaments, so Robert Downey Jr. makes the character Tony Stark perfect.

Matthew entered the VIP room at the theater, where there were already many people.

Now that "Avengers" has been launched, Marvel Studios' plan is no longer a secret, and more and more people realize that Marvel's value is not ordinary.

"It is said that Matthew Horner bought a lot of Marvel shares from some small shareholders a few years ago, and now it seems that he has made a lot of money."

Walking in the VIP room, greeting people, Matthew could hear some of the discussions around him.

"I have a friend who works at Marvel headquarters. He said that it's just one movie, "Iron Man", and Matthew Horner earns at least $70 million!"

"What? $70 million? I've been a producer for almost ten years, and the profit from making movies in the past ten years is not $70 million!"

"Matthew Horner also made a deal with Walt Disney with Marvel shares, and is now a shareholder of Disney!"

A voice full of envy and jealousy surrounded Matthew wherever he went.

"Even I'm going to be jealous of you." Kevin Feige also heard a lot of talk about Matthew, "Do you know what those people say about you? God's favorite!"

Matthew shrugged, "What's there to be jealous of me?" He reminded, "Don't forget, you are the one who led Marvel Studios to succeed."

Kevin Feige smiled and said, "You and Disney are bosses, I'm just a job."

After hearing this, Matthew could guess what Kevin Feige meant, "What happened?"

"I need Disney, and your support," Kevin Feige whispered, "Marvel Entertainment's creative committee is increasingly interfering with Marvel Studios, and they require that movies must be more consistent with comics."

Matthew frowned, "Don't they understand that movies and comics are completely different carriers?"

Kevin Feige sneered, "People who only see the immediate interests will not care about these."

"Let the comics makers interfere in the film production at will." Matthew's position is very clear, "Marvel videos may become niche fans."

Although Marvel Studios is so tired of watching too many routines, he cannot deny that the films produced by Marvel Studios in the same assembly line mode are really profitable.

His investment in Marvel is not to change the B model of Marvel Studios, but to make profits.

Having said that, if anyone is idle, investing tens of millions or even hundreds of millions of dollars to venture into innovation in superhero films, even if the money is blown by the strong wind, it is a brainless act.

Superhero movies are derived from comics, but they must not be limited to comics.

Kevin Feige had no idea of ​​concealing it, "Those who work on comics' creative committee have already started to reach out to Marvel Studios. Matthew, you and Disney are investors in Marvel superhero movies, and I hope you can support me to cut off their hands."

This involves a power struggle within a company. Generally speaking, outsiders like Matthew are not suitable to mix in, but Marvel Studios involves his cumulative investment of hundreds of millions of dollars now and in the future, which may be worth billions of dollars in revenue.

Moreover, he has heard of some of these fights, so it is impossible for him to stand by and watch.

After struggling in this industry for ten years, Matthew knew how to choose the most favorable one.

"Kevin, I'm on your side."

As a Hollywood professional, Matthew is naturally on the same side as Kevin Feige. "You don't have to worry about me, the focus is on Disney."

Kevin Feige nodded slightly, "I understand."

Matthew said again, "I will talk to Robert Eiger on the phone and talk about this."

"Thank you very much," said Kevin Feige.

Matthew smiled, "You're welcome."

Both of them then moved to the movie. In fact, he and Kevin Feige knew very well that as long as "Avengers" were successful, all problems were not a problem. As the head of the Marvel superhero film project, Kevin Feige would definitely be the winner of the internal power struggle.

To put it bluntly, as long as you can make profits, you are successful people, and you cannot make profits. Not to mention the head of a Disney subsidiary like Kevin Feige, even Robert Iger will step down.

"Hi, Duke!"

A hoarse female voice suddenly rang out, "So you're here."

Matthew looked at him in the voice, and Scarlett Johnson was walking over quickly.

Kevin Feige said with a wink and said, "We'll talk about the rest of the matter another day, I'll leave first."

After saying that, he said goodbye and left.

Scarlett Johnson opened his arms, hugged Matthew, and asked curiously, "What are you talking about with Kevin?"

Matthew said half-true, "Agent Natasha Normanoff's independent film."

"Really?" Scarlett Johnson didn't quite believe it.

"Really," Matthew said with a smile, "Your character is very popular."

Just now, he and Kevin Feige did talk about the topic of female superhero movies. Although Black Widow is very popular, Marvel Studios has no plans to make Black Widow's independent movies for the time being.

In fact, Marvel Studios has great concerns about female superhero movies, which is also related to the failure of Warner Bros. "Catwoman" back then.

Scarlett Johnson shrugged and leaned into his ear and asked, "Do you have time tonight?"

"Of course." Matthew understood the meaning behind this, "I must have time for the beautiful and sexy Miss Johnson."

He thought for a while and said, "The premiere is over, I'll wait for you at the back door of the theater."

Scarlett Johnson squeezed his eyes at him, "See you."

Matthew and Scarlett Johnson made an appointment to go to Horner Manor to count the stars in the evening. They were about to enter the screening room when they saw Helen Herman coming. The one with her was Clint Eastwood, who hadn't seen for a long time.

"Hello, Clint." Matthew stepped forward and shook hands with Clint Eastwood. Clint Eastwood smiled at Matthew and said, "I haven't seen you for a long time, Matthew."

The two shook hands and exchanged greetings for a few words. Matthew looked around. Most of them went to the screening hall. There was no one around. He said directly, "I just bought the copyright of a movie and wanted to invite you to be the director."

Clint Eastwood asked, "You're the lead actor?"

Matthew nodded, "Yes." He said roughly, "a movie of autobiographical nature, about soldiers and snipers."

Clint Eastwood thought for a while and said, "Where is the schedule?"

"I guess preparations will start next year or the year after." Matthew didn't go around the circle, "I don't have a schedule this year."

He winked at Helen Herman, who opened the briefcase he carried with him and handed the book "American Sniper" to Clint Eastwood.

After Clint Eastwood took over the book, Matthew said again, "This is the original work."

Clint Eastwood opened and looked at it, without saying nonsense, "I will talk about it after I finish reading this book."

Matthew smiled and said, "Yes."

This matter is not urgent. If Clint Eastwood does not agree, he can find another director.

Before coming here today, Matthew knew that Disney had invited Clint Eastwood, so he specially asked Helen Herman to come too.

I had a preliminary talk with Clint Eastwood about "American Sniper", and he entered the screening room with Helen Hermann.
Chapter completed!