Heads Up Hollywood

Of course Nina Jacobsen knew the reason, so she couldn't help but smile wryly.

There was really nothing she could do about this young boss. Tang En was good at everything, but his temper was too harsh and irritable!

That's Disney. It's not shameful for you to admit defeat and be soft. Is it necessary to get stiff?

"Disney asked me to come forward and clarify to Bruce Willis, otherwise I will be taught a lesson." The corners of Tang En's lips curled up slightly, and a sneer crossed his face, "Even the Gold Club was convicted, a mere Bruce Willis Willis, do you still want to get out of the matter?"

David Heyman opened his mouth wide. He knew about the rift between Tang En and Bruce Willis, but he didn't expect that the giant Disney was behind it.

"What do you want me to do?"

Nina Jacobson sighed.

Tang En asked, "What do you think of Nat Shyamalan?"

Nina was a little puzzled, "Fortunately, he was born in India, but he has been raised in the United States. He graduated from the film department of New York University. He is a very talented director."

Tang En raised his eyebrows slightly, "I remember you said that if it wasn't for you, his project "The Sixth Sense of Spirituality" wouldn't have been approved?"

"That's true. Before that, Miramax helped him produce a movie "A Basket of Little Ghosts", but it failed disastrously at the box office, with only more than 200,000 US dollars. It was not even released overseas, so he was abandoned by Miramax Later, many producers of his "The Sixth Sense of Spirituality" were afraid of his criminal record and did not dare to invest in it. I passed the review and gave him this opportunity."

Before Nina Jacobson finished speaking, she suddenly understood something, opened her eyes wide, and looked at Tang En in disbelief, "You...you don't mean to..."

"Why not?" Tang En smiled strangely, "Didn't Disney want to teach me a lesson? It's not my character to wait for death."

"No, Twain, you can't do this! Disney's live-action movies have been sluggish these years, and they have finally found a director who sells well at the box office, and they will definitely be firmly in their hands." Nina Jacob Buson frowned and said sternly.

Twain certainly knew how much Disney valued Nate Shyamalan.

Historically, Nina Jacobson discovered Nate Shyamalan and formed a great partnership. Until the "Water Banshee" project in 2006, Nina thought that the film's prospects were not good and refused to invest.

As a result, Nat Shyamalan found Warner Bros. with the project and invested in the filming. Disney was furious and directly fired Nina Jacobson, who was already the head of the production department and the chairman of Bowei Group.

Twain also liked the suspenseful thriller filmed by Nat Shyamalan very much. It was very good-looking, but this Indian director did not have the ability to direct A-level large-scale productions, so he failed at the first shot.

"I understand what you mean, but I, Twain, am not a character to swallow!" Twain said loudly, Disney's behavior is different from that of Warner Bros.

At least Warner didn't tear his face, everything is hiding the blade under the smiling face.

Even Tom Rothman repeatedly played tricks on Tang En's back, but he always greeted him with a smile and kept the basic face between each other. Tang En would not tear his face away with him, everyone was just fighting secretly.

But Disney went too far, it was slapping Tang En in the face.

Nina Jacobson frowned and said, "Twain, maybe...Disney is just a threat. Think about it, you are no longer a fledgling rookie, you have a decisive influence in Hollywood, even if it is Disney, it is impossible If you teach me a lesson, I will teach you."

Listening to the conversation between the two, David Heyman was terrified. He really didn't expect that this young director would challenge Disney and dare to stumble behind his back. He nodded and said: "Yes, yes, Nina is right. , Disney may just say that, with your current strength, even Disney should have some scruples."

Tang En waved his hand indifferently, "It doesn't matter if it's true or not, if Disney dares to say such a thing, it's embarrassing to me, Tang En! One breath of life, the dignity is greater than the sky!"

dignity?

Nina Jacobson and David Heyman looked at each other and shook their heads secretly.

In Hollywood, the last thing you need is dignity.

Even superstars have to bow their knees for the sake of their roles.

Not to mention actresses, they often let producers and directors choose "love", and even have to swallow their breath when they are seriously violated. After becoming a first-line star, the situation is better, and I have some power to refuse, but it is only a little.

What Hollywood values ​​is status, fame, interests, connections, and the least important thing is dignity.

What is dignity? Can it be eaten as a meal?

Tang En's statement was obviously unexpected.

"What do you think I am working so hard to run the company? Fame? My current fame is no less than Mel Gibson! Status? My current status, even if it is not comparable to Spielberg, is still considered a first-line director. ? Interest? This is even more ridiculous, I don’t like the odds of the movie market!”

Tang En narrowed his eyes, turned his back and walked to the window, looking into the distance, "What I want is respect! You all know my past. I had no one to rely on since I was a child, I didn't finish high school, and I was bullied and insulted by many people. Ridicule. I want respect, respect from all of Hollywood!"

Talking about the past, talking about bitterness, and talking about previous tragic experiences is the best way to impress people. This is not only a reality show routine, but also a common method on the negotiation table.

Sure enough, Tang En's words resonated with Nina, "I'm sorry, Tang En, I deeply regret what happened to you in the past."

Tang En smiled and waved his hands, "It's okay, my biggest wish right now is to give Disney a big punch!"

Nina said bitterly: "Nate Shyamalan is now the director that Disney is focusing on, and it's not easy to snatch him over."

"Aren't you on good terms with him?"

"But this is not enough to change his career plan." Nina shook her head and said slowly, "I heard that Disney invested in another movie for him, and the investment was double that of "The Sixth Sense". Disney attaches so much importance to it, I am afraid that any director will not think of changing jobs."

"The investment has doubled?" Tang En's mouth twitched slightly, "Nina, we are not in a hurry. His new film is called "Undead", and Bruce Willis is the starring role. This time... he will not be like "Supernatural" The Sixth Sense" so lucky."

"You mean?"

"With the spring breeze of "The Sixth Sense of Spirituality", it is unlikely that "Undead Tribulation" will lose money, but if you want to make a lot of money, it is absolutely impossible!"

Nina Jacobson blinked her eyes and pondered for a long time, "If that's the case, we don't have a chance."

Twain laughed loudly, "Nina, then I'll be waiting for your good news! For the next movie, I hope Twain Films can cooperate with director Nate Shyamalan!"

...

The 45-second trailer has been edited by Twain's assistant director, Abel Smith, and is waiting for his review.

"It's too restrained. Delete the scenes of being bitten by spiders and fighting in the ring, and put in the explosion scenes in Times Square and the rescue shots of the Manhattan Bridge. This is a trailer. What we need to show is the shock and vision of a commercial blockbuster. feel!"

Tang En watched the trailer and suggested revisions, "By the way, when Spider-Man comforted Mary Jane, he gave her the scene of delivering the book. Add it in, five or six seconds is enough. Remember, to give Harry Potter And the book Philosopher's Stone is a clear demonstration!"

The Super Bowl is the most-watched program in the United States, ahead of the Oscars and Grammys.

Twain will definitely launch the "Harry Potter" series of movies, it's time to do some publicity to make this set of books completely popular.

"But for the scene in Times Square, the special effects have not been finished yet, and the scenes are not connected."

This scene is divided into two parts, one part is the real scene shooting in Times Square, and the other part is the set shooting in the factory, which is perfectly connected through computer synthesis in the later stage.

Tang En frowned, "Then only show the thrilling part of the explosion, and don't give the long-range shots. Trailer, ignite it for me!"

After dealing with some work matters, Tang En came to the rest area, and saw Nicole Kidman looking at him brightly, "Tang En, tell me, how about I go to Cannes to walk the red carpet?"

"Cannes?"

Tang En didn't react for a while.

Nicole chuckled and said, "It's "The Girl Who Moved Soul". Sam intends to send it to the Cannes Film Festival to participate in the exhibition, and asked me if I am interested in showing up. Of course, I mainly ask you."

"This Sam Mendes, why don't you contact me directly?" Tang En laughed and shook his head, "Going to Cannes is also very good, let Nat go with you. Nicole, you have a lot of knowledge and experience. , take care of her when the time comes. Nat's French is pretty good, maybe she can be your interpreter."

"Got it, I'll take care of your little girlfriend."

Nicole gave him a blank look, her face was full of longing, as if she was already fantasizing about being the best actress in Cannes.