Hollywood Starts with Animation

April 17.

On this day, the film "Scorpion King" starring Dwayne Johnson, produced and distributed by Universal Pictures, officially landed in major theaters in North America. With the title of the prequel of "The Mummy", the film achieved a high volume of films once it was released, attracting a large number of Mummy fans to watch the film.

Universal Pictures' generous announcement made the movie full of exposure, and the beloved daughter of another world presented a very popular scene.

April is Hollywood's traditional off-season?

Yes!

But not absolutely, at least the April schedule in 2002 is absolutely lively.

As of noon, the "Scorpion King" movie had grossed $3.55 million at the box office.

"It's quite an outstanding achievement!"

Lionsgate boss Gusta: "According to the feedback from major theater chains, Nielsen Data Corporation has also given a box office forecast. If nothing else, the first day of "The Scorpion King" will definitely exceed $8 million at the box office. , the three-day opening weekend will not be less than $25 million."

"The most important thing is... "The Scorpion King" can still achieve such a high box office when Wald Pictures' new film "The Saw" is so popular!"

"Tsk tsk tsk~"

"Wouldn't the box office of "The Scorpion King" be higher if it hadn't been a spoiler for Wald Pictures?!"

I don't want to know, but after an analysis, Rao is Gusta, the big boss of the banking industry, was also shocked at the moment.

He guessed it right!

In the original time and space, there was no "Chainsaw" by Wald Pictures to spoil the game, and the "Scorpion King" movie starring Dwayne Johnson, but it achieved box office results of more than 38 million US dollars in the first three days of the first weekend, and created a record in one fell swoop. Hollywood's all-time record for the April schedule.

But now what?

He has no chance...

It wants to win the box office of 38 million US dollars in the first weekend and three days, and break the film history record in April. It also depends on whether Zhu Ke agrees or not!

......

In the evening that day.

In a ballroom of a luxury hotel somewhere in Los Angeles, a grand movie celebration is being held at the moment.

Active party: New Line Cinema.

Title: Celebrating the film "The Lord of the Rings: 1," which grossed over $300 million in North America and over $700 million worldwide.

(The film is still in theaters in some global film markets, and the film grossed more than $870 million worldwide.)

The main crew of the cast, bearded director Peter Jackson, starring Ian McKellen, Elijah Wood, Viggo Mortensen, Sean Austin, Orlando Bloom and Sean Bean, etc., are also all turn up.

Director Peter Jackson from New Zealand, needless to say now, since the release of "The Lord of the Rings", he has become the hottest director in Hollywood.

At the 74th Academy Awards just past, many people thought that "The Lord of the Rings" should win the Best Picture Award.

However, it unfortunately failed!

But everyone in Hollywood has a consensus: "Once "The Lord of the Rings 2" and "The Lord of the Rings 3" are released one after another, and the word of mouth is good, then Peter Jackson will be able to win the two awards of best director and best picture. .Well, the kind without any suspense."

Finally in 2005 it was all proven!

Ian McLean, the melee mage Gandalf and the famous Magneto. It is no exaggeration to say that he is one of the best actors in the world today;

Elijah Wood the Hobbit, Viggo Mortensen, the son of Gondor, Orlando Bloom, the elf prince, and others, with the explosion of "The Lord of the Rings", are now very hot and sought after in Hollywood. actor.

"Hi, Mr. Kevin Feige, you're welcome!"

Kevin Feige, president of Wald Pictures, was invited to participate in the film celebration banquet. As soon as he arrived at the scene, he was warmly welcomed by Shay, the owner of the organizer, New Line Pictures.

Shea: "Kevin, isn't Mr. Wald coming today?"

Hearing this, Kevin Feige said apologetically: "You know, oss is a very busy man, and he has basically devoted himself to the movie "The Day After Tomorrow" recently."

"That's such a pity."

Shay pretended to be distressed, and laughed again in a flash: "However, Kevin, I am also very happy that you can come in person. Compared with Mr. Wald, a rich man with a net worth of more than 20 billion US dollars, I am also very happy. I personally prefer to chat with you, Kevin."

He is in a good mood today.

First: "The Lord of the Rings 1" was painted in North America, and achieved a North American box office of more than 300 million US dollars, and the global total box office is also more than 700 million US dollars;

Second: Today is the release date of Universal Pictures' film "The Scorpion King".

"I can't help but feel excited when I think of the release of The Scorpion King and the huge blow to Wald Pictures' film The Saw!"

The little coursing in Shay's heart.

really.

At this moment, Shay couldn't help but say: "Kevin, I just got news from the theater party that by the evening, the box office of "The Scorpion King" had exceeded 5 million US dollars; , which made more than $2 million at the box office today.”

"The difference is a bit big~"

"How, do you need my help? As long as you speak, I will definitely help. You know that I have always been righteous. Of course... I guess it is useless for me to shoot."

After speaking.

Shay's eyes were fixed on Kevin Feige.

"Ha ha!"

Kevin Feige said indifferently: "Don't worry, we at Wald Pictures don't have the habit of sitting still."

"yes?"

Shay's eyes were not good.

After some gossip, Shay left to entertain the other guests who were visiting today.

"Shay this guy is such a hypocritical bastard!"

At this moment, a voice sounded behind Kevin Feige.

--Gavin O'Connor.

He is one of the vice presidents of Wald Pictures and the director of the company's production department. Of course, he is also the director of the movie "Warrior".

"Why, are you angry?" Kevin Feige said indifferently.

"certainly."

Gavin O'Connor blurted out: "There are many people I hate, but the one I despise the most is him. You said, he is also a Hollywood man who has been in Hollywood for decades. It is reasonable to say that he has a temperament or something. It should have stopped a lot. But since he became famous as our OSS, he has slandered behind his back more than once! And when OSS is face to face, he is an extremely flattering guy."

"I don't like this kind of person!"

"Today too, listen to what he said!"

The voice fell.

Kevin Feige couldn't help laughing and patted O'Connor on the shoulder: "Don't say this in front of Shay, after all, we will be working together on The Chronicles of Narnia in a few months. ."

Gavin O'Connor nodded.

For Shay, Zucker often feels speechless.

When face to face, he was always respectful to Zu Ke, which could be called flattery;

When he was in the queen, this guy was jealous that Zucker could repeatedly gnash his teeth jealously;

As the saying goes: the words are not rough.

Although Shay's remarks have a sarcastic connotation, as far as the current situation is concerned, Universal Pictures' film "The Scorpion King" has the upper hand, suppressing Wald Pictures' film "Chainsaw".

The situation is very bleak.

"If we don't do anything, Chainsaw's box office is going to be really bad."

Kevin Feige couldn't help thinking.