Huayu Entertainment: Tianxian really wants to improve

Chapter 251 Bruce, do you want to make a Spider-Man movie?

Gu Bei quickly realized that,

This is a case of the drunkard's heart not being in the wine.
Amy Pascal must have had more to do than just attend the film screening; there must have been other things coming her way.

No matter what happens, it's always best to remain unchanged in the face of change!
Gu Bei thought of this,

His expression returned to calm as he stepped forward to welcome the two: "Ms. Pascal and Michael, welcome. Our screening is ready."

"Bruce, Michael highly recommends you!"

Amy shook hands with Gu Bei, "Because of your Whiplash, Sony Classics has already achieved one-third of its target for this year."

"We've made each other successful. It's mainly because Michael was willing to place the bet, and we also have to thank you for your recommendation back then."

Gu Bei responded with a smile.
Despite Whiplash only grossing $1850 million at the North American box office,

But one film, Whiplash, is enough to support almost half of Sony Classics.

Last year, their total box office revenue in the North American market was just over $4000 million, which includes the box office revenue of Whiplash in 2007.

And this $4000 million in box office revenue came from the 24 films they released.
On average, each film grosses less than $200 million at the box office, which is the true state of independent films.

The reason why the Big Six are the Big Six is ​​because each of them has a total box office revenue of at least $10 billion in the North American market, and the Big Six together account for nearly 80% of the North American market!
This year, Summit Entertainment, with Twilight,
It would be able to sweep aside all six major second-tier labels and a host of small and medium-sized publishers.
It rose to eighth place in the North American market, behind only the Big Six and Lionsgate.

Could this be related to the Twilight series?

“Your Palme d'Or trophy is far more valuable than my recommendation!” Amy said, turning to Leonardo beside her. “Long time no see, Leonardo!”

Amy and Leonardo exchanged a cheek kiss and then chatted enthusiastically, clearly indicating that they were quite familiar with each other.

Gu Bei then moved closer to Michael and inquired, "Ms. Pascal, what's the matter?"

Michael gave a mysterious smile: "Don't worry, it's definitely a good thing!"

Subsequently,

No matter how much Gu Bei inquired, he refused to reveal any more information.

After the group entered the theater,
This film screening for artists has begun.

"I never expected the final result to be like this!" Leonardo DiCaprio, sitting next to Gu Bei, couldn't help but be surprised when he saw his own performance in the movie.

The negatives that Gu Bei took were actually in color.

All the characteristics of silent films come from post-production.

It seemed to truly transport people back to that golden age.

"Your performance this time was fantastic!" Gu Bei said with a smile. "The academy will definitely recognize your hard work!"

"Hopefully!"

Leonardo sighed softly.

He's been quite tired these past two years trying to win an Oscar.

The movie ended quickly, concluding with Leonardo DiCaprio and Marion Cotillard on stage.

As soon as the movie ended,

Marco Müller, the Venice film selector, then came over.

He said to Gu Bei with great enthusiasm, "Bruce, you have once again delivered a stunning work. I really love the cinematography in this movie!"

My favorite scene is the one where the male and female leads meet on the stairwell, one going up and the other down.

One is a former superstar abandoned by the studio, the other is a rising star just beginning to shine.
The male protagonist had to look up at the female protagonist because of the stairs.
The contradictions of our times are perfectly embodied in individuals!

Marco was very excited.
Ordinary viewers may find it difficult to understand the historical currents reflected in artists.

But as filmmakers, and especially those who pay attention to the development of film, we are most able to resonate with the characters in the movies.

"Did you notice the light inside?" Gu Bei said with a smile.

“Of course!” Marco nodded. “Use bright lighting to show the male lead’s early life as a silent film star, and then use backlighting to show his downfall.”
You've pushed the use of lighting from the silent film era to its limits!

Gu Bei was happy to discuss these things with him: "Thank you. These techniques are from old movies I used to watch. Even if the lighting is a bit off, they have a kind of beauty that doesn't belong to this era."

Especially for actresses from the golden age, soft-focus lenses were often used by lighting technicians.

This made them seem to be enveloped in a halo of light, truly as beautiful as goddesses!

Gu Bei, though getting quite excited during the discussion, managed to restrain himself.

Actually,
They are now at a turning point in history.

From the film era to the digital era,

This transformation, however, was not as dramatic as the era of silent and spoken communication.

However, compared to films made after 2010, especially after 2020, they clearly lack the texture of film images from this era.

"aweason!"

Marco excitedly grasped Gu Bei's hand, "You absolutely must come to Venice!"

On behalf of Venice, I welcome you. Now I will take your copy back to the selection team!

"Thank you, Mr. Muller."

Gu Bei smiled faintly.

Subsequently,

Amy walked over: "Bruce, you've made another really good movie."

I feel that even ordinary viewers can enjoy this silent film in the cinema.

"I have tried my best to simplify the story so that everyone can understand it, just so that ordinary viewers can also understand it."

Gu Bei said with a smile.

"Shall we find a quiet place to talk?"

Amy looked at Gu Bei and began to reveal the real purpose of her visit today.

"no problem."

Gu Bei led Amy deeper into the room, into a small reception room.

The purpose of most film screenings is to facilitate copyright transactions, so a meeting room is always prepared to ensure privacy for discussions.

Throughout the journey, Gu Bei pondered the possibility that Amy had come for the Twilight series.

Before collaborating with Peak Entertainment, it wasn't that the other six entertainment giants hadn't extended offers to him, but they all demanded at least shared copyrights and a 50/50 split of investment, which Gu Bei rejected.

Gu Bei didn't think Amy could offer any better terms.

Right inside the reception room,

Amy said to Gu Bei, "Bruce, do you want to make a Spider-Man movie?"

It's not Twilight.

Or is it Spider-Man?
Gu Bei admitted that he was a little tempted.

This is Spider-Man, Marvel's biggest superhero IP, and also Sony's adopted son, the kind that's even more precious than their own son.

Since the beginning of the 21st century, even with three Spider-Man series already produced, the franchise remains incredibly popular.

but……

Spider-Man 3 was just released last year!
Gu Bei pondered for a moment: "What about Sam Remy?"

(End of this chapter)