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Hanging up the call from Helen Herman, Matthew went to the living room, quickly turned on the TV, and switched to n news station, which is a TV station with important news constantly rolling. After waiting for a long time, he saw Helen- Major news events Herman said.

Matthew scratched his head, this "911" was really an unusual day for Lao Mei.

At about 10 p.m. local time on September 11, the US consulate in Benghazi, a big city in eastern Libya, was attacked by heavy fire, including but not limited to air-dropped bombs, fires, fierce gun battles, and more.

Until 2 am on the 12th, the Libyan security forces rushed to control the situation. The attack lasted for four hours, resulting in the death of four people, including the US ambassador to Liberia, Stevens.

It was the first time in 33 years that a U.S. ambassador abroad was killed in an armed attack.

There is no doubt that another **** black "9?11" is deeply etched in the American memory.

Matthew turned off the TV, called Helen Herman, exchanged views on the incident, and then borrowed equipment from the hotel to hold a remote video conference with the crew and Warner Bros.

As more and more detailed news emerges, it is not difficult for Matthew and these people to determine that this terrorist attack will touch the nerves of Americans who are very sensitive to terrorist attacks. Movies that are clearly anti-terrorist in the genre may profit from them.

Movies have never simply existed, and are deeply affected by the current social situation.

The 9/11 attack on the US consulate in Benghazi will undoubtedly affect American Sniper and many viewers.

However, Matthew, the crew and Warner Bros. did not intend to use this to make a large-scale publicity hype. That is a very stupid act, and the publicity must be moderated.

Sure enough, as the news spread, the incident caused an extremely strong response from the American public.

For those who have not experienced the "911 Incident", it is difficult for Americans to imagine the emotions of Americans facing another terrorist attack on the "911" day, and it is also difficult to imagine their hatred for terrorist attacks.

The public will not care about the deep-seated reasons behind the terrorist attack. Even though there are many media reports that the terrorist attack may be a **** conflict caused by the large-scale protests triggered by "The Ignorance", they only pay attention to one point - We suffered another terrorist attack.

In just half a day, the attack on the U.S. consulate in Benghazi seemed to have fallen into a drop of oil, detonating all social classes in the United States.

In the afternoon, the "American Sniper" posters on many billboards and media bulletin boards were quietly replaced, and a striking sentence was added on the new posters - when a terrorist attack comes, I choose to protect my family!

The whole incident has already detonated the United States, but it is far from the impact of the "911" incident, and the attack did not take place in the mainland, and it will not cause panic, and it will definitely not bring the film market.

After professional analysis, Warner Bros. believes that this incident will stimulate the nerves of the public, causing them to hate terrorist acts even more, and related movies will generally receive more attention in the recent period.

Therefore, they also increased the resource investment in "American Sniper".

Matthew got the news that Warner Bros. not only increased the investment in the publicity and distribution of "American Sniper", but another film "Escape from Tehran" that was closer to the terrorist attack was even placed by Warner Bros. as the number one seed of the awards season. important location.

It is conceivable that under the influence of the nationwide shock caused by this incident, "Escape from Tehran", which is also the theme of the embassy attack, is very likely to become one of the winners of the awards season as long as the quality of the film is guaranteed.

Hollywood movies are deeply influenced by the social situation and have never been separated from politics.

Even, with the addition of the attack on the US consulate in Benghazi, films like "Escape from Tehran" may win the best film Oscar.

After hearing the news, Matthew discovered that he was not the only one lucky, Ben Affleck was luckier than him to a certain extent.

Who would have thought that such a film by Ben Affleck could happen to encounter such an incident?

To apply the views of some people who like conspiracy theories, there must be something involved...

Of course, a fool would think so.

All I can say is that it was a coincidence.

The project "Escape from Tehran", which Matthew heard about three years ago, was adapted from the autobiography of a legendary agent. It was determined to be directed and starred by Ben Affleck two years ago. Who would have thought at that time Did someone launch a terrorist attack on the US consulate in Liberia on 9/11?

Matthew chose the weekend after September 11 for "American Sniper". Originally, he wanted to borrow the influence of the aftermath of the "911" commemoration in the United States to attract more people to the theater because of terrorism. Never knew such an event would happen.

When he lived on the other side of the Pacific Ocean, was there an attack on the US consulate in Benghazi? For him, who paid more attention to entertainment gossip than current affairs news, like many ordinary people, the life and death of foreigners is a matter for him?

So, Matthew doesn't know at all.

But this kind of coincidence happened, and it is really too bad for my investment not to use it.

In the days that followed, American Sniper's propaganda revolved around terrorism, low-key and targeted.

Perhaps stimulated by this incident, the pre-sale of the film's box office broke out again, and the amount of box office pre-sale in a single day increased by nearly 30% compared to the previous average.

This event will inevitably make some films become winners in the market.

On the Internet, "American Sniper" has also received more attention, especially the latest short video of the actor sniping at terrorists released by the crew. In just one day, the number of views exceeded 5 million.

Matthew temporarily changed his schedule and stayed in New York for a few more days. On the one hand, he was in line with the needs of the film's new publicity strategy. On the other hand, he received a call from Ronan Farrow who wanted to meet him.

For Ronan Farrow's request, Matthew did not refuse, and no one has noticed that Ronan Farrow is involved with him.

In addition, Ronan Farrow is not in the spotlight except for the identity of Woody Allen's son.

Matthew met the young reporter in a reception room at the Waldorf Astoria.

Compared to two years ago, Ronan Farrow looks a lot more mature.

"How's the investigation going?" Matthew didn't talk nonsense and went straight to the point.

"Things are bigger and more complicated than I thought." Ronan Farrow is like a detective who has discovered the truth behind the scenes, "I have contacted nearly forty women and have convinced more than twenty of them to come forward, Some key audio and video evidence was also obtained."

Matthew asked, "Do you think that's enough?"

If he could, he would use all the power at his disposal, and within a few months he would be able to unleash an operation against Harvey Weinstein.

Ronan Farrow shook his head, "I need more evidence and witnesses."

Matthew frowned slightly, "Isn't that enough?"

"It's really not enough." Ronan Farrow said very seriously, "The more I investigate, the more I discover the huge network of connections woven by Harvey Weinstein, which will become his umbrella, we need enough More evidence and more people to sideline those involved with Harvey Weinstein."

He thought for a while and said, "I tested it once some time ago and sent a very marginal material to a newspaper, but the news spread quickly, someone called the newspaper and warned them, and the newspaper decided to suppress it. Don't send."

Matthew nodded slightly, "This kind of thing is very common."

Ronan Farrow asked, "Matthew, do you know who the caller is?"

"Who?" Matthew was curious.

Ronan Farrow said two big names, "Ben Affleck and Matt Damon!"

Matthew rubbed his chin. "They've always been friends with Harvey Weinstein, and that's what a lot of people in Hollywood know."

"It's just that I posted some very marginal material in the name of a certain victim, and as a result, someone stood up to wipe Harvey Weinstein's ass." Ronan Farrow said helplessly, "If there are more If something appears, are there more powerful people coming out to speak for Harvey Weinstein?"

"There will definitely be." Matthew said lightly.

Ronan Farrow is not frustrated, "No matter how much resistance there is, I will not give up!"

How well Matthew knew about Hollywood, he suddenly smiled, "Ronan, when the evidence you put out is too strong to be refuted, guess how people like Ben Affleck and Matt Damon will react?"

Ronan Farrow understood what Matthew meant. "It must be wonderful."

Matthew nodded, "The conscience of this circle has been buried for too long."

Ronan Farrow clenched his fists. "I've started putting together a report, trust me, Matthew. I'll change the situation."

Matthew calmly said ~www.readwn.com~ If you need it, feel free to contact me. "

"I will."

Ronan Farrow didn't stay here much, and after chatting with Matthew for less than an hour, he left.

Matthew also looked at the materials left by Ronan Farrow. Harvey Weinstein used to force women beyond his count with both hands, and many of them stabbed the existence of the media and the judiciary, but they were all suppressed.

Things like money, power, and connections still play a powerful role in a so-called liberal democratic society.

Among the materials collected by Ronan Farrow, Matthew saw Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson and Meryl Streep among others, and they all came forward. Help Harvey Weinstein deal with the media or the victim.

These people, in order to win the Oscar statuette, have a much lower bottom line than his famous Hollywood scumbag.

Having met Ronan Farrow, Matthew leaves New York and returns to Los Angeles for the premiere of American Sniper.

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