Reborn Action Star: Starting in Hollywood

Chapter 283: Counterattack First Punch

May 2003, 5, four days before the official release of "The King of Spy Wars".

In Beverly Hills, Lin Yuan, Depp, Vin Diesel and director Cohen were drinking coffee in Lin Yuan's study.

Of course, Lin Yuan always prefers sweet milk coffee.

"Are you not worried at all? 'Bad Boys 2' grossed $1400 million on its first day and is expected to reach $4800 million in its first weekend," director Cohen asked.

"It seems that Will Smith's box office appeal is really good. The quality of that movie is very good. It has an IMDB score of 6.7 points, which is a very good reputation for an action movie." Lin Yuan said.

The global box office of "Bad Boys 2" reached 2.7 million US dollars in the previous life, and the production cost was only 2300 million US dollars. It is a movie like "Fast and Furious" that made a lot of money with a small investment.

Columbia Pictures released 2003 films in the entire year of 17, a production volume that Lin Yuan envied.

If his film company could also produce such output, why would he worry about money?

Unfortunately, quality is king over quantity.

Although Columbia Pictures produced 17 films a year, most of them were unprofitable.

"Bad Boys 2" is one of the few movies that made a lot of money, but it's a pity that it was ruined by Lin Yuan.

When Lin Yuan’s "The King of Spy Wars" is released in 4 days, the two movies will face off.

After hearing Lin Yuan's answer, Director Cohen said dissatisfiedly, "I'm asking if you're worried. 'Bad Boys for Life' premiered a week earlier than us. Given its good reputation and box office, it will suppress our film even more."

After watching such an action-packed movie, audiences will experience a certain degree of aesthetic fatigue, which is also very disadvantageous to us."

Lin Yuan smiled and replied, "Director, you filmed The King of Spy Wars, don't you have confidence?"

Director Cohen complained, "It's because I know it's great! I'm upset that we haven't put any effort into promoting it yet. Our movie is so good, but look at what people are saying about us online."

Director Cohen pushed the laptop screen in front of Lin Yuan:

"When I tried to book tickets for 'The King's Avatar,' I found they were $20 each, while 'Bad Boys for Life,' which was showing at the same time, was only $2. Is Lin Yuan crazy about money?"

"I also think the ticket price for 'King of Spy' is too high. Although I like Lin Yuan very much, it doesn't mean I can accept double the price."

"I believe Lin Yuan. He said this is the most exciting movie ever, so even if it's a little more expensive, it's definitely worth it."

Some netizens also expressed their support for Lin Yuan, but a large number of opposing comments immediately appeared below. These comments appeared almost at the same time, and seemed to be an organized attempt to guide public opinion.

"Look at the trailers that have been released so far. Which one do you think is worth it?"

"You're a girl, right? Haha, then indeed, just looking at Lin Yuan's handsome face will satisfy you to the point of flying into the sky."

"Didn't you see that major theaters only gave 27% of the screening time? This shows that theaters are not optimistic about this movie either."

"Yeah! Why are there so few screenings? I tried to book a reservation but found out there's no suitable showtime. So I'll have to give up on it for now."

Lin Yuan glanced at the comments and said, "I heard that they also signed a box office betting agreement with the cinema?"

"Of course. If they didn't sign the schedule, they'd give it to us. They wouldn't want to see that happen," Director Cohen replied. "I heard MGM and Columbia ended up signing a 2x bet? How bold! Even bolder than me!" Depp also spoke up.

"If I had the same courage as you, I would never dare to sign the agreement," Vin Diesel complained.

"After the agreement is signed, they have no way out, and it's time for us to make an effort. Take a look at this promotional advertisement that was just released today." Lin Yuan said, clicking on a video.

In the video, the crew of "Lord of Spy Wars" was seen at the top of the Burj Khalifa.

Meng Tao held a camera and filmed everywhere:

The shooting scene was full of cameras and staff, which showed that it was a real shooting on site, not a post-production in a studio.

When Meng Tao pointed the camera directly downwards from the edge of the window, the cars and trees on the ground, which were as small as ants, immediately made his legs and feet feel weak.

Coupled with the whistling sound of the wind in my ears, it is simply dizzying.

The camera showed the scene from above for more than ten seconds before returning to Meng Tao's face: "This is the filming site of the Burj Khalifa. We are on the 135th floor, 600 meters above the ground."

"Let me ask you a question first. At this height, would you dare to climb outside the building to film?"

After saying this, Meng Tao paused, as if he was keeping someone in suspense.

After a few seconds, he said, "That's crazy, isn't it? But Lin Yuan is doing it!"

Then he turned the camera and aimed it at Lin Yuan who was climbing outside the building.

At this time, Lin Yuan was filming the scene of cutting glass with laser.

Suddenly, the cutter in Lin Yuan's hand flashed, and he tumbled down from a high altitude...

Then the screen went black, and a string of subtitles appeared on the screen:
Want to know what happens next? Watch "King of Spy" on May 5th!
"F*ck! This trailer is absolutely amazing! If I were a viewer, I would be so excited that I wouldn't be able to sleep for days!" said Vin Diesel.

"Yeah, just like when I saw Amber, I was horny and thirsty." Depp said: "Show me what the netizens say!"

Director Cohen took Lin Yuan's mouse and opened the comment section:
"What happened next? Falling from such a high place, it must be so scary! I really want to know how Lin Yuan coped with it!"

"This is absolutely insane! What is Lin Yuan doing? Climbing over 600 meters in the air to film an action scene for us?"

"Just for this shot, isn't the $20 ticket worth it? If anyone dares to say it's not worth it and goes to shoot a scene like this, I will immediately throw the money in his face!"

"I told you Lin Yuan wouldn't lie to us! He said this is the most exciting action movie ever, so he must have produced a sincere film. Now I completely believe him!"

"Why did I see this video? I'm going crazy thinking that it's another four days before I can see this movie! If you don't believe me, I have to go pre-order my tickets quickly, otherwise they won't be available soon!"

"Haha, now compared to that, Bad Boys 2 is pure garbage."

Seeing these comments, Lin Yuan smiled and said, "Public opinion should be reversed. Now put the pressure on the other side and see how they struggle."

(End of this chapter)