Chapter 492 some small episodes(1/2)
"The Matrix: Reloaded" is released and its global box office total exceeds US$1.2 billion, almost US$1.3 billion!
It is a pity for some movie fans that the total global box office of "The Matrix 2" is not as good as "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest".
In the eyes of many science fiction movie fans, the "Matrix" series is better than the "Pirates of the Caribbean" series. It can be said to be a classic of science fiction films. The action scenes are more exciting than "Pirates of the Caribbean" and the science fantasy is stronger than "Pirates of the Caribbean".
But in terms of box office, "The Matrix" is still not as good as "Pirates of the Caribbean".
Some people analyze that "Pirates of the Caribbean" is more in line with popcorn movies than "The Matrix".
"The Matrix 2" is a blast, the fighting scenes are classic, and the bus station chase scene on the highway is also a classic.
But one problem with the "Matrix" series is that it's not brainless enough.
Even if there are such details in the "Pirates of the Caribbean" series that you can't understand or understand, it won't affect everyone's appreciation of the stories and jokes in it.
The "Matrix" series has no jokes, but more thoughts. There is some hidden philosophy and thinking, but it hinders the box office of the "Matrix" series.
Such situations are not uncommon.
Some films have even been blocked due to too much thinking and too much philosophy.
In this country, director Nakata was called in for a lecture.
"Hasn't the second part of "The Ring" been filmed long ago? Why isn't it released?"
The newly appointed president of the film company angrily rebuked Nakata. He was just a director, and he was really reckless if he dared to change the company's release plan.
This "life or death" is really life or death.
This country is different from other countries in that the status hierarchy is very serious. There are only two other countries that can be compared with it.
The Nakata of the past would have been scared to death at this time. But the Nakata of today is no longer the Nakata of the past. The Nakata of today, backed by the big tree of Wu Long, is not afraid of the president of a film company.
"Brother Long's "The Matrix 3" hasn't been released yet. If our "Sadako Haunted" is released, it will compete with Brother Long for the audience, which is not allowed."
"If that's the case, why was it scheduled to be released at this time in the first place?"
"Normally, "The Matrix 2" will be released in the New Year this year, and "The Matrix 3" should not be released until next year, just like the "Pirates of the Caribbean" series. Even if "The Matrix 3" is released this year, it should be after June. I
I never expected that Brother Long would let "The Matrix 3" be released so early."
"But, if you postpone the release without authorization, what will happen to the other films? If you do this, it will disrupt the company's overall plan! I order you now to immediately agree to release "Sadako Haunted". Otherwise, the company will bypass you and directly press the button
Scheduled to be released!”
"You can't do this. You will offend Brother Long. We will not be able to get the sequels of "The Ghost Call" and "The Grudge"."
"Don't threaten me with Wu Long. Wu Long won't care about such a trivial matter! "Sadako Haunted" is a script we bought the copyright to write ourselves, not a script written by Wu Long. Giving him a share is already the biggest preferential treatment!"
"I'm not threatening you with Brother Long. This is out of respect for Brother Long. In this country, Brother Long is the God of War. Many people are willing to die for Brother Long. If you anger them, they will kill you!"
"Nakata, how dare you stir up trouble and kill someone with a borrowed knife?"
The new president clapped his hands and two people came in.
"Take Nakata away, keep a close eye on him, and don't let him contact the outside world!"
"Hai!" The two men picked up Nakata and left.
The new president looked at Nakata being dragged out and smiled proudly.
Who doesn't know and can't offend Wu Long?
However, if this responsibility is put on Nakata, what will be the result?
Of course Wu Long no longer trusts Nakata.
In this way, he can put aside Nakata and meet Wu Lung directly. He will replace Nakata and become Wu Lung's agent in the film industry of his country.
Then he will use this name to unify the film and television industry of Benzi Country and establish a film and television kingdom that belongs to him below Wu Long and above the film and television industry of Benzi Country.
If Wu Long was the great emperor in the global film and television industry, he would be Wu Long's Tibetan king in this country.
The film and television industry in Benzi's country will become his land. He can have the wind and rain, and he can do whatever he wants.
"What, "Sadako Haunted" will be released as originally planned?"
Mitsushi Shiraishi is just a small person. Although his wish is to be a director, no one invests in him, and no film company invites him to make a film. Now I heard that "Sadako Haunted" will be released according to the film company's original plan. This is different from Nakata
The saying is different.
As everyone knows, Nakata changed his original plan and postponed the release of "Sadako Haunted". The reason was that he did not want to compete with Wu Lung's "The Matrix 3" for audiences. This was supported by many people who admire Wu Lung.
Shiraishi Mitsushi is one of them.
"No, it can't be released now. It conflicts with "The Matrix 3". Where is Nakata? Why didn't Nakata give the notice?"
Nakata has always worked on the films he collaborated with Wu Lung himself. Nakata does not leave this matter to others because he wants to ensure his own status.
Benziguo attaches great importance to status, and everyone understands Nakata's actions.
"This is Director Nakata's order. He has something to do, so he notified us to execute it."
"If it is Director Nakata's order, please ask Director Nakata to call us."
The other party motioned to his companion to make a phone call.
When the guard Nakata received the news, he immediately ordered Nakata to call Mitsushi Shiraishi and others, so that the film would be released as originally planned.
"Bah, you are dreaming. Even if you kill me, you won't do it."
"If you dare to offend Brother Long, just wait until you collect your body!"
"Crazy 88 will not let you go!"
Nakata was slapped twice.
"Asshole, there is no such thing as Crazy 88 in reality!"
"That's just fiction in the movie!"
"You're stupid for making movies!"
"If you hadn't had the opportunity to hook up with Wu Long, a fool like you wouldn't have the qualifications to become a big shot in the film industry!"
The people on Shiraishi Mitsushi's side were also very anxious.
"What should I do? I can't contact Nakata."
"Look for Chiba Kasui. He is familiar with Nakata and is also Brother Long's subordinate!"
"I don't have Chiba Kasui's contact number. Does any of you have one?"
Everyone shook their heads.
"How about contacting Nako Noguchi?"
"I think it would be better to contact Kuriyama Takako."
“Contact everyone!”
"But, they are so popular, and we don't have their contact information!"
Mitsushi Shiraishi quickly took out his mobile phone and dialed Noguchi Nako's number. When filming "The Ring", Mitsushi Shiraishi was working on the set and saw the mobile phone numbers of Nako Noguchi and Takako Kuriyama.
At that time, he knew that he was not qualified to call the two of them, so he secretly wrote it down. Unexpectedly, it would come in handy at this time.
Contact Nako Noguchi and explain the situation to Nako Noguchi. Ask Nako Noguchi to contact Nakata or Chiba Tosho.
After contacting Noguchi Nako, Shiraishi Mitsushi contacted Kuriyama Takako again. He told Kuriyama Takako the same thing and asked for Kuriyama Takako's help.
Not long after the call ended, the new president arrived in person.
"Why, you don't listen to Nakata, and you don't listen to me either?"
"You all, listen to me. Anyone who disobeys me will not be able to survive in the film and television industry!"
"Without you, wouldn't I be able to do it myself?"
The new president started calling theaters in front of Shiraishi Mitsushi and others.
"What? We want to show "Sadako Haunted" as originally planned? But didn't Nakata say that the screening would be postponed in order not to conflict with "The Matrix 3"?"
"Nakata has changed his mind."
"Nakata changed his mind? Why didn't he tell me?"
"He has something to do, and I will do it now."
"Is that so? Let me ask."
Several theater chains in a row did not immediately agree after receiving calls from the new president, but they all said to ask.
When "Sadako Haunted" was released, it really competed with "The Matrix 3" for audiences. Especially in this country, the audience likes to watch horror movies more than sci-fi movies like "The Matrix 3".
If it were a sci-fi film adapted from a comic book produced by the country itself, it would be a different situation.
Ordinarily, "The Matrix 3" is Wu Lung's movie, with the director and starring role, so there should be many Wu Lung fans to support it. But "Sadako Haunted" is also related to Wu Lung. Although it is not the director of Wu Lung, nor is it even the screenwriter, but
But it was authorized by Wu Long, and it is the second part of "The Ring". For many fans of "The Ring", they are more interested in "The Matrix 3".
If the two films are released at the same time, maybe "Sadako Haunted" will steal many viewers from "The Matrix 3".
Who knows if Wu Long would be angry if Wu Long found out that the theater chain in his country was doing this and using "Sadako Haunted" to steal the audience of "The Matrix 3"?
To be continued...