411 - The last R-rated film!
There were crowds of people on both sides of the red carpet in front of the Hollywood Chinese Grand Theater. This time, Wayne did not choose to make the finale, but instead took the lead through the red carpet and brought Naomi Watts to the interview area early.
The biggest difference between this "Walking Walker" and the movie he directed before is that the cast is powerful.
In the past few years, Wayne's films have been strictly considered commercial films. The principle he followed has always been to avoid using famous actors. On the one hand, it is to reduce unexpected situations during filming, and on the other hand, it is to not choose big stars every time, which can save a lot of production funds and use them for the production of the film itself.
This time it's different. Regardless of how much money the three male actors have paid less, their reputation is really big enough.
Needless to say, the new "Batman" Christian Bale, who has just become popular all over the world, he is a typical example of becoming famous, and it is not an exaggeration to say that he is a new national idol.
Brad Pitt's popularity is no less than the former. The previous film he starred in was the popular "Seven Deadly Sins". This film, which collaborated with David Finch, has also won a lot of praise from fans and professional praise.
In fact, what makes Wayne feel most comfortable with the acting skills among these three people is Jack Nicholson, an old actor who doesn't like to abide by the rules as soon as he enters the set, also has a strong reputation among movie fans.
Since these three big names have made their final appearance to attract popularity, Wayne is simply preparing to enter the theater early and prepare to welcome some big names to the platform.
"In order to play this role well, Christian Bale went to the Los Angeles Police Department, changed into a police uniform and joined a patrol team to experience life. He patrolled with police officers and participated in the inspection of "contraband". He trained in police work for more than two months and was taught most of his professional skills."
When a reporter asked about the performance of the film's starring actors, Wayne was facing the camera lens and countless recorders, and threw out his praise for Christian Bale without hesitation. "When I was filming "Batman-War Moment", I discovered Christian Bale's dedication.
I know the outside world’s speculation and rumors about our relationship, and here I can give a clear answer. When facing a dedicated and hard-working actor like Christian Bale, every director will be willing to cooperate with him. His good professional level and self-discipline will bring more convenience to the difficult filming of the film.”
"Director Greenberg." A reporter asked immediately as he finished speaking: "As we all know, your next film will be filmed Batman's second, which also means that you will have a third collaboration with Christian Bale. Does this mean that you will become a relationship like Tim Burton and Johnny Depp?"
"Very likely!"
Facing the reporter who asked the question, Wayne showed a joking application and said, "I didn't say there are only two Batman series. In fact, if nothing unexpected happens, Chris will work with me frequently in the next few years."
One of Time Warner's TV stations then came up and raised the microphone with the logo to Wayne who was talking to the reporters, saying, "Wayne, Ms. Watts, congratulations first on having a cute angel. Can you talk about why you postponed the filming of Batman's second film, and instead produced such a large-scale gangster film."
Naomi Watts, who had been standing next to Wayne and kept smiling, nodded at the reporter who asked the question, but she didn't say anything. Everyone knew who the protagonist was today.
When Wayne heard the reporter's question, he immediately realized that the other party should have been arranged by Warner Brothers to raise such questions.
Although everyone knows that the purpose of his filming and production of "The Walker of the Infernal Affairs" was Chiloro for the little golden man that everyone wants, some words cannot be said to the public and the fans, so it is always necessary to find a high-sounding reason.
Wayne thought about the camera for a moment, then said to the microphone: "Fan fans who are familiar with me know that since I was a freshman, I have been studying the genre of film noir. Then there were the birth of films such as "Happy Death Day", "Escape from the Death Town" and so on.
Of course, this was entirely due to the support of movie fans that I was qualified to continue filming one movie after another. It was probably in the early 1995, when "Batman: The Moment of War" had just finished filming. One night I suddenly had this idea. Why not give me a summary of everything I learned in my college life?
After filming one after another in the past few years, while working continuously, I also brought me extremely valuable shooting experience. So, I think with my current experience in making black films, it is time to make a work that combines all my styles, so the birth of "The Walker of the Side".
In fact, a considerable part of these words is his true feelings in his heart. After the filming of this "Walking Walker", his work plan for the next few years will focus on the DC comic series, and the probability of shooting this type of film can be said to be infinitely low.
As a major shareholder of Warner Bros., he has long been part of this media group. Even for his long-term profit, he still has to produce a PG13-level superhero, and the movie audience will become an objective factor that must be considered.
Therefore, it is not an exaggeration to say that this movie is Wayne's recent stage of film noir. Of course, the first goal of making this movie is the little golden man who makes him salivate.
"Wayne, does this mean that after this "Walking Walker", you will not make similar large-scale R-level films in a short period of time?" The reporter immediately asked after hearing his answer.
Nodding happily, Wayne shrugged and said in a teasing tone to the microphone: "You can say that, maybe this will be my last R-rated film, and no one can tell."
The reporter got what he wanted and grinned at him. Wayne's last R-rated film had a big enough gimmick. I believe that countless movie fans would ask friends to go to the theater again after hearing the news he said in person because of some emotional effect.
This is the marketing strategy produced by Warner Bros. Distribution Department. When the film's starring lineup is strong enough and has eye-catching gimmicks, Warner Bros. believes that there will definitely be fans who have no plans to watch the movie, thinking that there are various reasons to buy tickets to watch the movie.
Wayne gently patted Naomi Watts's hand. After answering this question, he took the Australian actress and left the media interview area and walked into the Hollywood Chinese Theater.
Facing the words said by the camera, especially admitting that this is the last R-level film, Wayne has no psychological pressure to lie and tells lies with his eyes open. It can be said that it is the traditional ability of a Hollywood director. Anyway, he is not much more.
To put it bluntly, the hype gimmick of the last R-level film is all for the box office. He remembers it quite clearly that when "Transformers" in his previous life was passionate and harvesting the box office around the world, Michael Bay told the media more than once that this would be his last "Transformers", and fans also gave the movie enough enthusiasm.
Then when "Transformers" was released again, Blast Bay seemed to have forgotten what he said. When facing the subsequent interviews from all over the world, he once again swears that this will be the last "Transformers" he directed. Then the fans were just as forgetful, and lined up to enter the theater to contribute the box office again.
There are so many similar things. As long as it can be beneficial to the box office of the movie, the bottom line of Hollywood film practitioners is equivalent to not being there.
Every time the plucky Quentin Tarantino shoots a movie, he emphasizes his life when promoting it. He can only shoot ten movies and retire to a writer when filming and drinking. In fact, "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" has begun to be released in full swing. For movie fans, the director can just listen to these words.
Because Wayne came quite early this time, before entering the theater, he deliberately observed the Chinese Grand Theater carefully.
Looking at this so-called landmark building that combines East and West, if you look at it from the perspective of an oriental soul, it will definitely be inappropriate.
This theater, built on May 18, 1927, is next door to the Dolby Theatre. One of the main reasons why this theater became famous is that it has held many Oscars.
Another famous landscape in front of the Theater Square is the seals of the superstars on the cement floor. This cement floor contains the handprints and footprints of the world's best filmmakers. These "imprints" represent the highest honor and eternal commemoration of those who have outstanding achievements in the world's film and entertainment industries. They are hailed as "the most precious honor in Hollywood."
This era is still good, and there is still some value in the left seal. In a few years, it will become a world-famous tourist destination. If you want to leave your mark in front of the Chinese Grand Theater, it will become much simpler and completely evolve into a commercial act.
When you walk into the Hollywood Chinese Theater, the first thing you have to pass is two huge red pillars. The middle part of the two red pillars is a stone-carved Chinese dragon.
On both sides of the theater gate are two big stone dogs. It is said that this was transported from the ancient Eastern country in the early stages of the theater construction.
Wayne once held a premiere here, but in the past he went in just a quick look. After a careful visit, he found that these so-called Chinese elements are just elements that Westerners think of themselves. The combination of East and West is quite strange in his eyes.
Chapter completed!