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With David's strange eyes, it was hard for Daniel not to feel guilty, but if he hadn't let go quite simply, David wouldn't have improved so much, and Daniel introduced him to Voight, Peter , even a big producer like Jerry, that's something no one else would even think about.

Thinking of this, Daniel walked with confidence again. Fortunately, David couldn't see what he was thinking, otherwise he might have picked up a chair and slapped him hard.

The reason why Daniel hurriedly left DD Films and returned home was because of two visitors.

Identity is very strange.

However, he can guarantee that these two must have decided to visit him after they got the box office data of The Bourne Bourne on the first day.

Kevin Feige, Breonna Smith.

The former is an executive producer at Marvel Comics, while the latter is an executive co-operating officer at independent studio Lionsgate.

Although the equivalent of DD Pictures is completely incomparable to that of Marvel and Lionsgate, DD, which has just invested 35 million in "Pirates of the Caribbean", is not so unconvinced, because the two senior executives also visited Understandable. However, without the slightest contact and notification in advance, he suddenly came to the door, which was somewhat impolite.

But Daniel doesn't care about that.

Fox recently made a superhero blockbuster, Daredevil, starring Ben Affleck, Jennifer Garner and Colin Farrell. Halfway through the filming process, people from Fox and Marvel came to Daniel, and the proposer was Kevin Feige, who is sitting here today. I am very active in the process of getting involved in filmization. But whether it's "Dream Man" or "Spider-Man" that was transferred earlier, Marvel actually doesn't make much profit, because they just transferred the rights to adapt comic characters, compared to giants like Columbia and Fox. , In the comics industry and DC, Marvel did not have the confidence to ask for more benefits at the beginning. Out of satisfaction with its thousands of comic characters, Marvel did not care so much when selling characters.

But obviously Kevin is very dissatisfied with this, so this time he chose not to cooperate with the particularly powerful Lionsgate Films. The launch of "The Punisher" means that Marvel is trying to get more returns from the rich film industry. Instead of handing over your wealth to companies like the Hollywood Seven. Especially this time "Spider-Man" was a great success, breaking 100 million in the first week, and so far the North American box office has risen to 380 million, which deeply stimulated the hearts of everyone from top to bottom in Marvel.

They certainly don't think that most of this is due to the wisdom of Columbia and the film team, but more that they feel that if this is run by themselves, they will also achieve this kind of success. But Marvel is a fairly conservative company, and is easily reluctant to get involved in the comics business. This inertia cannot be completely changed by a single stimulus.

Therefore, even if Kevin tries his best to fight for it, Marvel's rights and interests in "The Punisher" are quite small, and Lionsgate is a help. However, it was a small step.

But what does all this have to do with Daniel?

The relationship is very big!

Coincidentally, both the Spider-Man of Colombia, the role of Tobey Maguire, and the Daredevil that Fox is now filming have all made an offer to Daniel. Of course Daniel knew that Spider-Man had unprecedented success, but he refused. The real reason is that it is not yet the era of the Marvel Universe. Even Toby has not become a top Hollywood star because of this big explosion. What's more, the hero who was sold to Colombia cannot enter the Avengers League, even if we talk about the return later, It is also difficult to be consistent with the original role, which is also a big shortcoming for Daniel. What's more, he can't play Spider-Man for more than ten years in a row. As for Ben Affleck's Daredevil, Daniel was not impressed, but he refused even Spider-Man, so naturally he couldn't take Daredevil.

He rejected two superhero blockbusters in a row, especially when there was an unprecedented super outbreak in May this year before the appearance of "Spider-Man", Daniel was really ridiculed a lot. Tobey Maguire is now in good shape, in many Questions about Daniel **** in interviews are also often black-faced. Or because there were "Legal Pretty Woman" and "The Fellowship of the Ring" before, and then there was the best actor in Cannes, and "The Bourne Bourne" sold very well, so it wouldn't be thrown into the woods, after all, the box office of the comic book movie is not as good as it is. Mainstream movies are so "valuable" -- after all, you're standing on the shoulders of a nationally known comic book character.

It is not without reason that major companies are so optimistic about Daniel. Movies based on comics are definitely inferior choices for actors who advocate art films, because they can only compete for awards such as Saturn Awards and Teen Choice Awards, which everyone has fun with. Of course, it does not mean that everyone is going to the Oscars to be able to make a movie, but it is harmful to their screen image to appear in this type of movie that is absolutely blocked by the Oscars. So to a certain extent, it is still difficult for comics to find some convincing actors.

At this time, the age is suitable, and Daniel, who has a strong interest in comics, is of course one of the best choices.

But that's not the most important reason.

Comics have a huge number of fans, and these people are one of the biggest target groups for comics. Obviously, these people also know that they are good meat, so they often recommend their favorite heroes. On the official website of Marvel, there is such a topic all the year round, who will play Spider-Man, who will play Daredevil, who will play Come play Captain America and more.

Daniel, on the other hand, is always number one in this type of election.

Ever since he started making his mark in Hollywood.

Fans have chosen him as the most suitable actor to play a comic hero, as long as anyone who pays a little attention knows this. The formation of this situation is also normal. Daniel is young, with amazing acting skills, handsome, proud and popular. Moreover, on his blogger homepage and later MB personal account, it is indicated that he is also a person inside the second dimension.

On **** charts, Daniel also regularly tops the charts. Although the two are completely different, they have some similarities.

So, Kevin and Brenner from Lionsgate would come to the door, so it was normal.

After all, Daniel is the one who rejected even "Spider-Man", and it is even rumored that Daniel will not play any comic superhero. If you don't show more sincerity, it's basically impossible to get Daniel's approval. He has no shortage of movie scripts now, compared to a year ago.

By the time Daniel got home, Cusa was already there, chatting with Brenner, and Kevin was admiring the stacks of manga figurines in his window—he was really interested in it, not for the sake of it. planning what.

"Sorry for making you wait for a long time."

"Hello, Kevin." He shook hands with Kevin Feige, who came over first, and then Brener, who smiled gently, "Nice to meet you, Brener."

"If Andy isn't at home today, I'm afraid you'll have to stay behind closed doors."

After sitting down, Daniel made a joke, and the two uninvited guests were somewhat embarrassed.

After a few chats, Brenner got to the point. Now everyone is very busy, and they really don't have time to play tricks.

"Daniel, this time Kevin and I are here to invite you to join Lionsgate's new superhero movie The Punisher."

"Frank Castle?"

Before that, Daniel actually didn't know what Lionsgate was going to shoot, and he didn't notice this movie in his previous life, so he must have hit the streets very hard.

The Punisher, Frank Castle, is an unorthodox Marvel hero, very much like a Chinese Water Margin character. His wife and daughter were harmed by others. After he could not obtain justice through formal legal channels, he decided to punish these criminals in his own way, and Frank, who had the force of "level ten agents", fought with blood instead of Super powers to fight - this is very different from most Marvel heroes.

In fact, Daniel really appreciates this role. The arrogant style of killing one person in ten steps and not leaving a thousand miles is very cool. He doesn't know why the Lionsgate movie didn't end well in the end. Could it be that Frank was so **** that he was caught by the parents. Did you conflict?

However, this didn't change his decision - he still won't act.

Although Brenner offered his terms very sincerely, if Daniel appeared, they would raise the budget to 50 million and pay 15 million + five points of omni-channel sharing as Daniel's salary.

"So, your original budget was 35 million?"

For a superhero movie, this kind of investment is indeed a bit stretched.

"Do you want to make a movie like "The Fast and the Furious"?"

"Fast and Furious" was a success, but it actually received a lot of criticism, mainly focusing on being rough and stingy. Because the whole film is too limited, it has not been high enough to reach the highest point. But Universal is making this kind of movie for the first time, and it is difficult to ask them to invest a lot of money. The investment of "Fast and Furious 2", when I chatted with Mayer last time, Mayer told him that it should be around 80 million, which is 20 million higher than the first "Bourne Bourne", and even more so. More than twice as fast as the first part of Fast and Furious.

"Batman invested 140 million and Daredevil also invested 80 million. Do you plan to invest only 35 million in Punisher?"

Daniel felt that he might know why the movie had a good hero, but it was reduced to silence.

Although Daniel expressed his refusal, as a fan of comics, Kevin was happy to talk to him about movies.

"That's not the case. Unlike other superheroes, Frank has no special abilities, so there is no need to do a lot of special effects, which can save a lot of investment." Kevin explained.

Regarding comic changes and special effects, Stan Lee, who is currently arguing with Marvel, is quite convincing. The former chairman of Marvel is now contracting for some of the benefits that Marvel did not bring from the "Spider-Man" movie. Hand it over to him for a lawsuit. As the main creator of the Marvel universe, Stan Lee once made it very clear that the comic book movie should be fully promoted after the special effects technology is more mature.

Daniel very much agrees with this.

He was amazed by Breenner and Kevin's point of view.

"No no no, Brenner, Kevin, that's absolutely not the case, there are no superhero movies that don't need special effects. If you just make a **** fighting movie, what does it have to do with superheroes? What is a superhero? He must be It is higher than life and beyond the reach of ordinary people. If Flack is just a **** wrestler in WWE, then why do they go to the cinema to watch it? Not to mention the original fans, they see the righteous hero they love. , is now a fighting reckless man, do you think this will be recognized?

Flack does not have any special skills, but this definitely does not mean that he cannot do special effects. Even if it is difficult, he should ask a professional to add attractive special effects to him, instead of not doing it. "

Kevin and Brenner obviously had some thoughts about Daniel's words, but this is not something that can be changed all at once.

Daniel also has no intention of concealing his intentions. If he doesn't say it today, perhaps this large paragraph may be misunderstood by Kevin.

"Brenna, what I said before this was all from a fan's opinion. Next, I'm talking about Daniel's opinion, if you decide to change the way you make "The Punisher" and you don't have enough money, DD Films industry can join.”

Obviously, this proposal surprised both of them.

He was stared at by two pairs of eyes.

Daniel looked calm, "I hope you don't misunderstand, I didn't make an alarmist because I joined the plan, I think you can do an independent investigation, what do the fans of "Spider-Man" love him, and the comics of "The Punisher" Fans want to see what kind of Frank Castle."

Honest and direct communication can actually avoid many misunderstandings. Although Kevin and Brenner may not believe it, they at least vehemently denied that they doubted Daniel's intentions.

After saying goodbye to the two of them and leaving.

Cusa, who hasn't spoken much, looked at Daniel, "Are you going to invest in comic book movies now?"

He once discussed the comic book movie with Cusa, quite early, but he came to the conclusion that at least 2005 will not be the time to change the comic book movie. Now Daniel's intervention seems to have changed his original idea. It is still relatively rare on his body. In Cusa's view, Daniel really has a magical forward-looking and firm attitude, whether it is taking over "Pretty Beauty" or fighting for Legolas.

"Are you inspired by the success of Spider-Man?"

Daniel shook his head. His original estimate was based on memory. Starting from the promised "Batman", to a series of heroes in the Marvel universe, and the beginning of the superhero era, this process has not changed, although after 9/11, In the process of finding a way out of the severely affected film career, the superhero film "Spider-Man" fired its first shot, but it is still in the path-finding stage.

"Any estimates are for the whole object. The era of superhero comics is still a few years away, but it doesn't prevent us from trying to make such films first. Marvel and Lionsgate have their own advantages. DD can Before the times come, there is no harm in discussing with them, what’s more, Weta Digital should open up a new direction, otherwise it will be difficult to adapt.”

Cusa nodded, "This movie, if they agree to join DD Pictures—"

"Next year, and at least in the second half of the year, the filming will start. Marvel's internal fear of failure is quite serious, and independent studios like Lionsgate are also very cautious."

"OK."

Right now, there is no need to do anything about this matter, at least until Marvel and Lionsgate agree to join, otherwise watch them die. Presumably Marvel will treat Daniel differently at that time, until their attempt to show a little toe has completely failed.

"How about "Fake Tenjin"? Does Universal think it's not worth it?"

Kusa also laughed when he heard the words, "Donna told me today that the world is moving so fast that she feels at a loss."

After Daniel was crowned Emperor at Cannes, Universal, which had been slowly tilting towards Daniel under Meyer's operation, added a heavy weight to it~www.novelmt.com~ has basically been determined and invited Daniel to replace Kim Kay Ray in this interesting film - wouldn't it be more fun for someone like Daniel to play a loser? But after the box office of "The Bourne Bourne" broke out on the first day today, it means that it is no problem to break 50 million in a single week. The box office on Saturday and Sunday should not be lower than the first day, which is 55 million, and it will be released next week. It has been a month and a half that "Spider-Man" will release part of the screen. With the performance of "Bourne Bourne", Universal will have no problem getting a part. So after the next full week, "The Spy" will be able to touch 100 million at the box office. Of course, this is all predicted according to the normal trajectory, if it suddenly dives, there is no way to say. But based on the current reputation of the movie, that is unlikely, unless there is another terrorist attack that blows up the Chinese Theater or the Kodak Theater or something.

Daniel's single-minded movie has such a performance, and it is no longer possible to get Daniel's contract at the original price.

So today, Cusa directly raised Daniel's offer, and Donna, who approached him, would complain like that.

"I told him that for the next movie of "The Spy," we will definitely register for 20 million. As for "Fake God", the original price of 12 million will either add five points to the North American box office, or mention 1,000. Five million. They're negotiating."

"Fifteen million is obviously a lot cheaper."

"No, they may propose 10 million + 5 points, or even 8 points, to ease investment pressure. There are a lot of recent projects in Universal."

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