Made in Hollywood

The black chariot rammed like a prehistoric monster, unstoppable, the dark body and the thick line design made people feel cool, and then the picture turned, the black figure stood alone on the tall building, overlooking his love and protection In this city, with countless bats finally jumped down and unfolded the cloak soaring in the dark night sky.

"It seems...it seems pretty good."

Sitting in front of the computer, Martial watched the trailer of "Batman: Hour of War" just released on the instant sharing website, and said to himself, "Much better than "Batman and Robin"."

Martial is a standard Batman fan. He likes Bruce Wayne very much. Although the trailer is less than two minutes, it feels much better than the terrible "Batman and Robin". , At least not like that bad movie, made into an indoor costume show.

Joe Schumacher's two Batman, especially "Batman and Robin", Martial dislikes very much. Even if you count all the comics, cartoons and TV series, they are also his most hated Batman works.

After watching the trailer, he naturally had an idea, maybe Duke Rosenberg can really save this series on the big screen?

It is said that there will be a screening of Batman next week?

∟↖, Suddenly, Martial thought of the news he had received from a friend who was also a Batman fan, and couldn't help picking up the phone and starting to dial, hoping to get a few spots for the trial screening.

A week before the film screening, Duke completed all the post-production of "Batman: Hour of War". After nearly three months of hard work, the new Batman series is about to embark on its journey.

In addition to cooperating with Warner Bros.'s announcement and arranging film auditions, Duke also called on crew members to participate in high-profile activities. Create momentum for the release of "Batman: Hour of War".

Liam Neeson, Anne Hathaway and Christian Bale frequently attended various events and appeared in public. In the face of the media and reporters, they would inevitably talk about "Batman: Hour of War".

In an interview with "Premier", Christian Bale released two photos of his skinny when he starred in "The Mechanic" and two photos of his strong body when filming "Batman: Hour of War", and exposed his crazy fitness in the media Weight gain plan. And how to endure the cruel training like hell.

Liam Neeson also talked about how amazing and wonderful the second cooperation with Duke was, saying it was an extremely enjoyable process.

Anne Hathaway used the tactics used by actresses, constantly pulling her Italian boyfriend to show her affection, and taking up a high-profile appointment as a director of the Boyfriend Foundation, which also attracted a lot of attention.

For cultural symbols with a long tradition like Batman, publicity does not need to be too surprising. Duke only participates in some routine publicity activities. While paying attention to the promotion of the Internet, he will also accept media interviews in a timely manner.

"How can one change the world?"

This is what Duke said in an interview with the Los Angeles Times. "Compared with comic heroes such as Superman and Spiderman, Batman is a relatively ordinary one. There is neither a superman-like birth of an extraterrestrial nobleman, nor a Spider-man-like genetic mutation. He can become a super weapon with his body. Real people on Earth have no talents and need solid training."

"He was not born as Batman. It is not that he suddenly became Batman. He has gone through a long process of becoming Batman. "Batman: Hour of War" is about the process of Bruce Wayne becoming Batman. He Why did he become Batman, and his psychological identification with Batman."

In fact, this is the biggest difference between Batman. He is different from heroes who passively possess various abilities after encountering various changes. He is not passively becoming a hero. Instead, he actively chose the embodiment of fear.

In addition to the busy promotion of "Batman: Hour of War", Duke also went to Marvel Studios in Burbank. This production company has been established for several years. After long-term preparation, it has formulated a thorough plan for the Marvel Universe. s plan. The first step of the whole plan is especially critical. If there is an accident in the opening work of "Iron Man", it will undoubtedly hit the progress of the entire series.

Therefore, Marvel Pictures and even the entire Marvel comics have strongly invited Duke to direct "Iron Man". As the largest shareholder of Marvel, the success or failure of the series is also related to Duke's own vital interests. Fan considered that as early as last year, he decided to be the director of "Iron Man".

This is a superhero movie that is completely different from the Batman style. Whether it is the overall style of Marvel comics heroes or Tony? Stark’s personal style in the comics, they are not suitable for shooting with realistic methods. Man, it's unimaginable.

If Captain America or other heroes use realistic methods to shoot, the problem is not too big. Tony Stark’s cheerful and humble character is seriously at odds with the realistic style.

No film is made by the director as he wants. Moreover, "Iron Man" not only has a production budget of 150 million U.S. dollars, it is also the beginning of the entire Marvel series.

Don't forget, this is not an original movie. Although a large number of adaptations are necessary, it cannot be completely separated from the comics.

Moreover, movies that are close to the family fun style are easier to succeed in business. The market volume of pg-13 and pg-17 movies is not at the same level at all.

Of course, "Batman: Hour of War" has not yet been released. Duke came to Marvel to discuss some preliminary preparations.

"Robert Downey Jr?"

Upon hearing Duke’s proposal for Tony Stark’s actor candidates, Kevin Fitch, the producer, was a little confused, "Is he not suitable?"

Although it is said in Hollywood that Robert Downey Jr. has given up drug addiction and intends to return to the prodigal son, there are undoubtedly many uncertainties in using such an actor.

It's been a while since entering Hollywood. Kevin Fitch knows very well that, in private, only the people around them know to what extent the glamorous and decent Hollywood actors have been corrupted in private.

Robert Downey Jr. said everywhere that he was struggling with drug addiction, but no one knew whether he was still taking drugs.

Duke understood that Kevin Fitch was worried about this. After thinking about it, he said, "Kevin, he is just one of the candidates. Even if he can be selected, we can come up with many conditions to restrict him."

The current Robert Downey Jr. was not the most beautiful time in the early 90s. The coffee position had already fallen. If it were not for the existence of the Downey family and the connections formed in the circle, it would be a bit reluctant to say that it is a third-line actor, almost No big production is willing to start him, and Robert Downey Jr. has no confidence in production.

Moreover, he will face a director of Duke's level.

"If he can pass the audition..."

Robert Downey Jr. is the primary candidate, but not the only one. If he really has serious drug addiction, Duke will never use him. "We can sign a restrictive contract with him and start shooting in the film. Before, he was only paid a quarter or less of his salary, and the rest would be paid after the film was down. If he violated the contract by taking drugs..."

Having said this, Duke shrugged.

"This is indeed a good way." Kevin Fitch nodded.

As long as Robert Downey Jr. can pass the audition, just like Christian Bale, Duke will definitely let Marvel sign a long-term contract with him, and the restrictive contract will accompany Downey’s all cooperation with Marvel, even if he Become a super A Grade star in the future.

No one can say whether this prodigal son will continue his addiction and gentleman career in the future.

In today's infinitely fast and infinitely wide-ranging information flow, scandals by major actors often have a negative impact on movies.

Correspondingly, if the main actor appears in a situation that can attract the audience, such as suddenly hangs up, the producer and distributor only need to make use of it, which will also give a huge boost to the film.

"Where is the heroine?" Kevin Fitch is entirely Duke-based, "Do you have your favorite choice of Pepper and Black Widow?"

"Black Widow I have found a more suitable actress."

Duke thought for a while, and said, "Little Chili should wait for the formal preparations to start and hold a large-scale audition."

The setting of Pepper itself decides that too young actresses cannot be used. This is a mature female assistant. The most suitable one is an actress who was born in the seventies. Duke does not intend to use the original Gwen. Niss Paltrow, the other party's temperament is really good, but beautiful but not to mention that he has no friendship with the Paltrow family.

In fact, according to his idea, Charlize Theron is the most suitable actor candidate, but with the salary and status of the South African diamond, it is impossible to play such a role.

Although after winning the Oscar for Best Actress in "The Devil's Head", Charlize Theron, like other actresses, was cursed by the queen, and the two movies she starred in were mediocre, but she is still a Even one of the super actresses, the commercial film's salary is as high as 20 million US dollars.

For the just-starting Marvel movies, such actors are too extravagant. Duke and Kevin Fitch can reach an agreement on Robert Downey Jr. In addition to restricting him, the other party’s plummeting value is also important. the reason.

Even if Duke had the intention to invite, Charlize Theron would not be able to drop the pay to star in such a commercial masterpiece. The actor's pay is not only related to herself, but also a large group of people around her, from assistants to public relations to agents. .

After a brief discussion with Marvel, Duke returned to work on "Batman: Hour of War". The film had three trial screenings in succession in late April, with mixed reviews. (To be continued...)