Movie tycoon

Chapter 717

These days, Industrial Light & Magic's computer special effects business is booming. As the founder and leader of the company, Lucas the Bearded won the Best Special Effects Award at the Oscars. It made his waistline bigger again.

Just when Mr. Lucas finally turned off all the entertainment and started to concentrate on his work, he sneezed three times in a row.

Who is thinking about yourself? !
doubt.

At this moment, someone said that the big star Lafite Chen was looking for him.

"Ah, it's him?!" Lucas was taken aback.

During this period of time, it is said that Fox, a subsidiary of Magic Shadow Entertainment, has been struggling financially, so it has been making small-scale productions of low-cost movies. As the investor of Magic Shadow Entertainment, Industrial Light and Magic has been asking for money from it all the time. Could it be that Said that the other party is going to withdraw the investment?

Oh god, if that's the case, it's terrible, I'm working on new computer effects!

Lucas's head spun rapidly.

In the office, Chen Xiaotang held a cup of coffee in his hand and looked at the bearded Lucas in front of him in a panic.

"I don't know dear Chen, what are you doing today?" Lucas asked tentatively.

Chen Xiaotang chuckled, "Don't be nervous, I'm not here to divest the capital. Now that Light & Magic is developing so well, how can I be willing..."

"Of course, now the development prospects of Light & Magic can be said to be clear at a glance, extremely broad, not to mention other things, we can't finish orders for computer special effects alone, and there are many film companies chasing after us to invest in us, but I rejected them all. Already..." the bearded man boasted.

Chen Xiaotang didn't know that the business of Light & Magic had improved a lot recently, but the money he received was not enough for a bearded man to waste on research and development. Let me ask, who would dare to invest in this bottomless pit.

"So have you considered taking this opportunity to be a director?" Chen Xiaotang asked with a smile.

Lucas froze, "What, director?"

"Yeah, are you interested? It's a sci-fi drama that requires a lot of special effects..." Chen Xiaotang deliberately seduced him.

Lukes the Beard wouldn't pay attention to normal dramas, but he had a soft spot for sci-fi movies, especially movies that required special effects.

Take a deep breath, "Tell me, dear Chen, what are you talking about?"

"Look for yourself!" Chen Xiaotang handed him the prepared script outline.

The bearded Lukes picked up the script suspiciously, it’s okay not to read it, but he took a look, "Oh, God, are you going to shoot "Superman"?!"

Lucas looked surprised.

Chen Xiaotang nodded, "And it's a revised version of Superman!" After speaking, Chen Xiaotang spoke out his idea.

Lucas opened his mouth wide when it was said that Superman would no longer wear underwear outside this time!

When it comes to Chen Xiaotang playing the role of Superman himself, Lucas's eyes are broken!
"Damn, this is crazy!"

At this time, Lucas didn't know what language to use to describe Chen Xiaotang's unbelievable "creativity", so he had to swear.

Is this still Superman? !
What the hell is this without underwear, without pure American blood? !

Chen Xiaotang seemed to see Lucas' worry, and said with a smile, "What, are you scared?"

"What, why am I afraid? I was never afraid when I was filming "Star Wars", how would I be afraid of this?!"

Lucas said bluntly, "However, your adaptation is too big. You directly beat our American super idol to death with a hammer, and turned into a Chinese hero like you. I'm afraid the audience won't accept it!"

As expected of Lucas, he saw Chen Xiaotang's original intention of using "Superman" to change his bloodline.

"It's because the changes are too big, so I thought of you. May I ask, who else in Hollywood has such fearless courage except you, Director Lucas?" Chen Xiaotang casually threw a hat to the bearded man.

"That's true." Lucas nodded frequently, stroking his beard.

"Then are you willing to accept the offer?" Chen Xiaotang said aggressively, "If you don't dare, I'll hire someone else!"

"Don't, I see that no one dares to shoot this movie except me, even if it does, it won't be good!" Lucas slapped his chest, "So, I took it!"

Chen Xiaotang didn't expect to be able to convince Lucas so easily. With this sci-fi madman and super director, the movie he prepared will definitely be more effective with less effort.

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The news that Fox under Specter is preparing to shoot the blockbuster "Man of Steel" spread like wildfire throughout Hollywood.

It is conceivable that Chen Xiaotang's version of Superman, the Superman without red underwear, will cause such a big disturbance.In an instant, the entire entertainment industry exploded.

"Although I like Lafite Chen very much, but this time he did it too unnaturally. How can he play our American superhero?"

"It's hard to imagine, is Superman still Superman without the red underwear?"

"Resolutely resist Fox's nonsense!"

"Give me back Superman, give me back my idol!"...

There were waves of opposition and protests.

At the same time, Warner Films, which is starting to shoot "Superman 4", even played the banner of "We are the authentic", waving the flag and shouting, "Protect our American heroes and resolutely resist foreign invasion!"

For a time, the entire Hollywood movie world was in chaos.

Hollywood is the focus of the world's movies, and the chaos here immediately caused a global shock.

Except for Asia, Europe, America and other regions expressed their "not optimistic" attitude towards Chen Xiaotang's unprecedented move.He thinks he is playing with fire, playing with fire and setting himself on fire. What is not good to shoot, but he wants to shoot Superman, and he plays the role himself, even throwing away Superman's signature underwear. Isn't this courting death? !

It is really hard for you to imagine, in that era when American heroes were admired, if you had the audacity to "spoof" the hero into this appearance, how much shock would it cause.

At this time, Chen Xiaotang also felt that what he had done before was a bit idealistic. This was not the era when he came. This practice of breaking taboos is obviously rejected by everyone.

Of course, not everyone is not optimistic about this drama, at least in Asia, everyone is very excited,
Some movie fans even said excitedly to the camera: "Thanks to Lafite's innovation, we finally have our own Superman!"

"Why can't Superman be Chinese? Chen Xiaotang, I love you!"

"Support Lafite, support his bold initiative!"...

In the eyes of many Asians, Chen Xiaotang is the pride of Asians. His every move shows an innovative spirit and a fearless spirit.In particular, the filming of "Superman: Man of Steel" this time illustrates this point even more. Let me ask, who dares to risk the world's dissatisfaction and make American Superman look like this? !

No matter what the disintegrating public opinion said, Chen Xiaotang started working vigorously.

As an actor, Chen Xiaotang's acting skills are absolutely undeniable; as a director, George Lucas's handling ability is even more top-notch.Such a strong combination makes the filming of this drama very fast.

And the entire crew of "Superman: Man of Steel" was also driven by this emotion, regardless of the outside rumors, they just kept their heads down on their work.

Two weeks later, Chen Xiaotang's scenes were almost finished, so he got out to take care of his record.

It turns out that since the Oscars, Chen Xiaotang has been shouted by fans to release records or hold concerts.

Chen Xiaotang directly handed over these tasks to Sony. Sony had just been brought under the banner of Moying, and handing them over to them would prove the strength of this side.

Sony is indeed a leader in the record industry. In just three days, they helped Chen Xiaotang compose three songs, including the theme song of "Superman: Man of Steel".

According to the original plan, it was to release a record, but as Chen Xiaotang's drama became less and less popular in the outside world, Sony was afraid that it would affect the sales of the record, so they asked Chen Xiaotang himself to see what he thought.

How could Chen Xiaotang not know what Sony was thinking. After all, Sony was the one who made the most of it, and if the record was smashed, it would lose face.Although Chen Xiaotang is the big boss, it's better not to blame this kind of scapegoat.

Doesn't Chen Xiaotang know this truth? Considering the current situation, it's really not a good idea to release an album.Therefore, Chen Xiaotang decided to postpone this for the time being and wait and see what happened.

It soon came to the beginning of July 1987. Seeing that the Hollywood summer vacation was coming, the bigger film companies were trying their best to promote their new films.

Warner's "Superman 4" and Fox's "Superman: Man of Steel" are obviously the most eye-catching. After all, it is a ring fight, and it is very lively both on and off the stage.

Of course, other film companies are not to be outdone. Disney launched a summer animation blockbuster, MGM came up with an adventure movie, Universal took the route of love, and Columbia came up with a police action movie.

In short, the entire Hollywood film industry is full of flowers, and major companies are waiting to win the box office championship.

Of course, Chen Xiaotang will not be idle anymore. Although his film has been considered by many people as a "super bad movie", Chen Xiaotang has devoted all his efforts to it.

On this day, Chen Xiaotang brought Fatty Wang Jing to visit the crew.Director Lucas is busy doing demo tape editing, and other actors are resting in the tree farm.

Seeing Chen Xiaotang approaching, Lucas directly pulled him to discuss how to design the computer special effects shots.During this period of time, Chen Xiaotang, as the leading actor of this play, gave director Lucas a lot of ingenious suggestions.This made Lucas very interested, thinking that if Chen Xiaotang did not become an actor, he would definitely have a better future as a computer special effects technician.

Here, Fatty Wang was a little bored, so he went to chat with the actors.

When it comes to chatting and farting, the fat man is definitely a master, especially during this period of time, he has been constantly running between Sony and Fox, no matter whether it is the grassroots or high-level on both sides, he handles everything well, with a small mouth, and he can talk people well. dizzy.Therefore, it didn't take long to have a hot fight with those newcomers.

Among these actors, there is a Hollywood action movie star, who, Steven Seager.This gentleman plays the role of the big villain "General Zuo De" in this play this time.

Although this fellow is an American, he is of Mongolian descent. In his previous life, he planned to star in "Genghis Khan", but unfortunately he failed.However, he is well-known in the field of Hollywood action films. Monk Gravin Dunn and Lundgren are known as the "Three Great Men" of Hollywood action films, and his status is second only to top stars such as Stallone and Bruce Reeves.

This time he was invited by Fox to star in "Man of Steel". To put it bluntly, it is still up to the face of the great director Lucas.

Who is Lucas?
The father of "Star Wars", how many Hollywood superstars want to cooperate with him, but now he is invited to play the villain, which is enough to save face.As for this movie that was regarded as a bad movie, Steven didn't care much. He only cared about, first, being able to cooperate with the action superstar Rafi Chen, and second, being able to star in the film directed by Lucas.

Having said that, Steven Seager is very curious about Chen Xiaotang, especially full of doubts about Chen Xiaotang's incredible skill.

Can he fight? !

Steven is deeply skeptical.

But on the first day he joined the crew, Steven knew the answer, and he knew it "by himself".

Not long after starting the machine that day, Steven went to Chen Xiaotang to exchange kung fu, wanting to learn two moves, and said that he is a double black belt in aikido and karate, and his shots might be heavy after a while, so he told Chen Xiaotang to be careful.

At that time, Chen Xiaotang's reaction was that it's okay to make gestures, but it can't hurt the friendship. It's better to discuss behind closed doors.

After being in martial arts for so long, Steven still understands "combat behind closed doors", that is, to give each other face, to compete kung fu together, and no one will see if you lose, so you don't feel ashamed.

Steven Seager thought Chen Xiaotang was "cowardly" and "scared" when he said this.What's more, in terms of weight class, I am big and round, with a thick back and a burly waist, and I have the domineering figure of a Mongolian. Looking at Chen Xiaotang, although he is tall and straight, and his body is also very fit, he is still a little worse than himself.

Shaking his head, in order to take care of the Chinese star's face, Steven "reluctantly" agreed to discuss with him behind closed doors.

Then, under the watchful eyes of everyone, Chen Xiaotang and Steven walked into the temporary set-up room set up by the crew, refusing everyone to watch.

As a result, when Steven Seager and Chen Xiaotang came out together, they were as affectionate as brothers. As for who will win and who will win, I don't know.

But the next day, it was said that Mr. Steven Seager had asked for leave to celebrate his wife's birthday, but those who knew him knew that his wife's birthday would be on the eighth day of the next month, and during the leave, someone saw Steve Vin Seeger was wandering around a bone-and-batt clinic in Chinatown...

In any case, since learning Kung Fu, Steven Seager has become more diligent and diligent, and the role he starred in as "General Zuo De" has also been portrayed more vividly by him.

At this moment, Fatty Wang Jing saw Steven, and couldn't help thinking of Chen Xiaotang talking about this person to himself, and couldn't help sighing: "Ah, you are a sinister and vicious guy."

Who is Steven Seager? He felt a little angry when he heard it, and said to himself, what's wrong, this guy deserves a beating, right?But Fatty's tone seemed to be more envious and admiring, but it made him more curious than angry.

"You probably misunderstood, we are all good people." Another actor helped to speak.

"How can there be a misunderstanding? If you can't understand the connotation of sinister and vicious, how can you play the role of sinister and vicious?" potential. So I call you a sinister guy, you should take it as my blessing to you, I wish you a successful performance." After saying this sentence, the fat man said seriously: "I like sinister guys. "

Steven Seager was speechless.This fat man doesn't deserve a beating, he's just a pervert!

Besides, after Chen Xiaotang chatted with the bearded Lucas for a few words, Lucas said to him proudly: "Chen, are you interested in seeing the computer special effects I just designed?"

"Okay, I just wanted to see what new ideas you have come out." Chen Xiaotang smiled.

After getting in touch with the bearded Lucas during this period of time, Chen Xiaotang admired him the most.What is a lunatic, this one in front of him is, for one action, one shot, one animation, and one fit, he can stay up for three days and three nights, and can draw more than 1000 samples... In front of such a workaholic , even Chen Xiaotang, who looks like a good guy, is ashamed of himself.

Lucas seemed very proud of his piece of work, he called everyone to be quiet, then turned his head and said to Chen Xiaotang: "Dear Chen, just wait and see."

Then I snapped my fingers, and saw a blonde beauty standing up, proudly puffing out her chest, and then got busy.A projection screen on the wall appeared, and an animation began to play.

In the vast Milky Way, the stars are flickering, and the whole is peaceful.The opening animation showed the magnificence of the starry sky. No one in the room spoke, but the beautiful scene had already attracted them deeply.Then, the camera zoomed in, and finally a planet slowly appeared in the center of the screen.Everyone present was familiar with the script, and immediately realized that this is the Kryptonian planet that plays an important role in the entire "Superman: Man of Steel" story, which is Superman's hometown.

Needless to say, the appearance of Krypton has no traces of chiseling at all, and it seems to be as real as a documentary.If such a scene made everyone hold their breath, then the following scene made them exclaim.

When the image of Krypton just made everyone shout spectacularly, the camera turned and saw Superman's father put the baby into the aircraft. At the same time, from a corner of the screen, a large-scale army suddenly appeared, lined up neatly The formation is coming here in a mighty manner.

The scene that followed was even more thrilling. Soon they came to the front of the fort, thousands of guns fired, bursts of blinding white light flickered non-stop, and ammunition poured down on the fort like a torrential rain.

Under such fierce artillery fire, the white light dissipated, and the fortress was still safe and sound.Then, the fortress began to fight back. It was also a very powerful attack. A white light shot out, and the army that bore the brunt was immediately reduced to flying ash.

The fierce battle started. Through the animation, the tragedy and magnificence of the whole battle were vividly expressed. From the beginning to the end, everyone kept their eyes firmly locked on the screen, and couldn't care about anything else.

The fierce battle finally ended with the victory of General Zuo De, and the failed Superman had no choice but to die, but before that, he had released his own seed, the only naturally born baby on Krypton—Clark.

The picture freezes at the end, following a meteor shower, the spaceship crashes on a farm in the United States... The story begins here.

Looking at the crowd again, they still haven't recovered from the state of being shocked by such a spectacular scene.

(End of this chapter)