Chapter 119

After receiving the pen, and with countless screams, Duke signed his name on several posters, turned and returned to the red carpet. After two consecutive movie sales, he is no longer an obscure director, nor No one knows who will pass by the fans, at least in the eyes of action movie fans, he is already a very good director.

Moreover, looking at the entire Hollywood, it seems that there are only a few directors who can direct the production cost of hundreds of millions of dollars.

However, Duke did not do too much interaction, just under the advice of Warner public relations staff, they routinely signed a few names. The director is not a star. Especially in this era, if the work is not good enough, these people will not be like fans. Supporting idols, but also paying for his movies.

Entering the interview area, Nancy Josephson, who was waiting here, walked behind Duke without a trace, so as to make prompts during the next interview.

Behind every public figure, there is always the support of an entire team. In an era of more and more fluid information, an inappropriate sentence is likely to be magnified to an extremely troublesome level by someone with a heart.

The light of his eyes was taken back from Nancy. Duke did not say anything. Although he is not particularly experienced in dealing with the media, he knows what to say and what not to say, and he will not jump out some nonsense, even if he encounters ◆ , Can't answer the tricky question, just shut up and stay silent.

A reporter from Fox Television, who was broadcasting the premiere, immediately greeted him. The media that frantically discredited him at the same time last year showed the most friendly attitude.

The interview is more of a routine, under the reporter's question. Duke praised Warner Bros. and Twentieth Century Fox and the crew from producer to actor next to each other, and praised a few words for his movie.

"Director Rosenberg, this is a story about resisting the brutal invasion of aliens."

Towards the end of the interview, a reporter from Fox TV asked one last question, "As a screenwriter and director, what was your original intention of creating?"

"Mankind has created a glorious civilization. When our civilization is about to collapse, what should we do?"

Talking about ostentatious things is the most important thing to do in this situation. Duke looked serious, "I think mankind should put aside disputes and unite. Save the common destiny and interests."

Some words, even if they feel disgusting, are extremely disapproving in my heart, but as long as they can attract audiences across the United States. Duke will still speak without hesitation.

"As shown in the trailer. The United States is the world's top power, and it should be responsible for leading this battle against aliens."

Resisting the urge to vomit, Duke waved to the surrounding camera, fully displaying the image of a native 'Great American' in front of the public, and then turned and walked towards the drama group's filming area.

"It's great, Duke."

Nancy hurried to chase after her, praising from behind. "The last sentence is likely to help the film increase the box office of millions of dollars. If it is the awards season to hit the awards, this kind of words can help you increase the chance of winning."

Even though he was uncomfortable in his heart, Duke knew very well that in what position he was standing, he had to consider what he said to be best for him.

To a certain extent, he is also the spokesperson of certain capital in the foreground, and the interests of capital must be considered.

After greeted the actors and several producers one by one, Duke stood in the crowd, after completing the routine group photo, turned around and walked towards the theater. Naomi was standing there when the gleam of his eyes swept the side. Watts is enjoying the star treatment.

Naomi Watts' smile is brighter than the Australian summer sun. Duke roughly understands the minds of these actresses. After so many years of hard work, they finally usher in the moment of popularity. Under the spotlight, they really care about it. Where.

When he walked into the Shrine Grand Theater, all the disturbances outside were thrown behind by Duke. Because of the delay of a lot of time for the crew to take photos and interviews, when he came in, most of the people had already entered the main hall of the theater, waiting for the screening to begin.

Two production managers also walked in afterwards.

"Warner Bros. and Twentieth Century Fox have secured the largest possible number of theaters."

The topic of the three people is naturally inseparable from the upcoming movie. Charles Rowan stood opposite Duke and said softly, "2885 theaters, this is the best number of theaters to open this year."

"We have no strong competitors in the same period." Robin Grande continued, "Duke, your first two works have established a strong enough brand for yourself. The films released this weekend are basically under 10 million dollars. It's impossible for "Independence Day" to have an impact on "Independence Day."

"And the hottest "Lion King" in June has been released for more than two weeks." Charles Rowan seems to be in a good mood. "It has passed the hottest stage of the box office. Although the box office of Forrest Gump is stable, It has never exploded, and the highest weekend box office score is not higher than 25 million US dollars. The two works that sold in June will not pose a substantial threat."

This can be said to be the best time to release. There were no strong films in the first week and lack of competitors in the same weekend. The film with the most investment next weekend is destined to be a hit, and Warner Bros. and Twentieth Century Fox have joined forces. , Duke really can't think of a reason for the film's failure, not to mention that he also strengthened the production of special effects.

If he still rushes to the street like this, his first two movies would really be made in vain.

"As long as we have a good box office this weekend." Robin Grande said again, "Next week there is still the possibility of expanding the scale of theaters. There are so many theaters in North America. As long as we maintain enough theaters, It can squeeze the living space of newly released films and reduce their competitiveness!"

The actors who stayed outside walked in one after another. Duke tilted his head at the entrance of the main hall, "Then let's start this battle now."

After speaking, he walked towards the main hall first, and the people behind followed one after another.

Before the screening, there were some routine small activities. Duke basically became a stealth man, giving up his position to actors who desperately need fame and popularity, and spent most of the time standing aside to observe.

The media, guests, and fans constitute the main body of the audience for this premiere. Since the screening will not invite film critics, Warner Bros. and Twentieth Century Fox will naturally not be so stupid to invite film critics at this time, and the premiere will not Provide free ticket service for film critics. Professional film critics who want to enter the venue have to pay for tickets like ordinary fans.

However, according to Duke's estimation, those film critics who are used to being aloof and always pointing fingers at the entire film industry, but without any substantive suggestions, will not lower their positions for the time being and go to the crowded crowd to line up to grab tickets.

Indeed, few film critics participated in the premiere. When the organizer did not provide free tickets and travel expenses, these people did not bother to compete with ordinary fans for the already very short premiere tickets.

The public relations expenses saved by Warner Bros. and Twentieth Century Fox were all invested in advertising. Judging from the feedback data, the effect of this part of the funds is quite satisfactory.

Did not participate in the trial screening, did not invite the organizer to participate in the premiere, but they could not stop the film critics from entering the theater themselves. They would not let go of the opportunity to criticize or praise such a masterpiece. A commercial masterpiece means that there may be a wide audience. Basically, film critics will see more people, and the influence will be further expanded, in exchange for more benefits.

Although they always show their tastes different from those of the public and highlight the elegance of their appreciation level, film critics are not fools. They also understand that the film industry and ordinary fans are the basis of their existence. If they have no influence among fans, they will definitely Abandoned by the film company and the media he worked for.

The premiere in Los Angeles was a bit long. While it was still in progress, the famous film critic Roger Albert walked into a Chicago theater to watch the midnight scene of "Independence Day" so that tomorrow could be written.

Entering the front hall of the theater, Albert found that there were a lot of people here, so he asked his assistant to find out at will. More than 90% of them were waiting to watch "Independence Day" at midnight. As a celebrity in Chicago, many movie fans Many of them came to say hello when they met him.

Having dealt with these people, Albert did not go to queue to buy tickets. As a prominent professional film critic, as long as he is not blocked by the publishing company, he has the right to free admission. The film crew of Independence Day did not cancel theirs. privilege.

While sitting in a lounge chair and waiting, Roger Albert's eyes hidden behind his glasses were faintly shining with thoughts. Since his fame decades ago, he has gradually become a leader in this industry. He can't remember how long he has not. I came to the theater to watch a film in person like today. In the past, the distributor, even if he did not invite him to participate in the preview or premiere, would often send a special copy early...

While Roger Albert was waiting, David Denby, the film critic of The New Yorker, also walked into a theater in the Upper East Side of New York. He has been following two female fans and occasionally heard The voice of their discussion.

"After waiting for a few months, I finally waited until "Independence Day" was released!"

It was a young girl with brown hair and long legs. "Anna, if the film is exciting enough, shall we watch the second time tomorrow?"

"Aileen, don't you have to go to work tomorrow?"

"Tomorrow is the weekend..." Irene took her friend's arm, feeling unspeakably uncomfortable behind her. When she looked back, she found that it was a bald and wretched middle-aged man who stared at him viciously and continued. "Although I still have to go to work, my mother and I took leave in advance!"

"Hurry up, Miss Lauder."

After getting the ticket, Anna took her to the theater. When she entered, she found that the bald middle-aged man who followed behind had also walked in, and was sitting next to Irene, who was also an "Independence Day" audience.

Later, Tom Cruise and his wife, hooded and sunglasses, armed to the teeth, drove out of the mansion in Beverly Hills and drove towards the nearest theater. They booked a box early in the morning. (To be continued...)