Chapter 54: new director

"Saw" was a big hit, and Ryan became well-known in Hollywood. If the box office of "The Blair Witch" was counted, it was already comparable to some well-known directors.

The identity of the director of "The Blair Witch" is no longer a secret in Hollywood.

However, Ryan is very clear that the success of "The Blair Witch" is just an opportunistic promotional trick, and "Saw" is a horror movie.

Neither is likely to be mainstream in Hollywood

From another aspect, it can be seen that during this period of time, Helen has received invitations from many film companies, including the seven major Hollywood film companies.

However, almost all want to invest in the next "Saw", or shoot other horror films, none of which are commercial blockbusters.

Faced with these cooperation or directing invitations, Ryan refused without hesitation, and he even refused to direct the next "Chain Saw".

The reason is very simple, he doesn't want to be labeled as a horror film director by the film company.

In desperation, Twentieth Century Fox could only agree to find a new director.

In fact, the most suitable director for "Saw 2" is none other than Darren-Lynn-Bousman.

In his previous life, several "Chain Saw" directed by him were very popular.

Among them, "Chain Saw 2" has a North American box office of 87 million U.S. dollars and a global box office of 147 million U.S. dollars.

"Chain Saw 3" only had a three-day opening weekend in North America, earning as much as US$34.3 million, with a North American box office of US$80.23 million and a global box office of US$164 million.

"Chain Saw 4" has a North American box office of $63.3 million and a global box office of $139 million.

The average cost of each film is only more than 10 million U.S. dollars, but it has achieved a box office of more than 400 million U.S. dollars.

Such a dazzling achievement.

Since Darren Lynn Bousman left the "Saw" series, the next few "Saw" movies have obviously become somewhat eclipsed.

When it came to "Chain Saw 9", he had to be invited back to direct again.

It is enough to see how extraordinary his achievements in "Chain Saw" are.

But now Darren Lynn Bousman, probably not yet twenty years old, obviously cannot direct a movie with an investment of millions of dollars.

Of course, in his previous life, he succeeded in "Chain Saw" and failed in "Chain Saw", and he never escaped the title of director of fear in his whole life.

So Ryan didn't want to go on to direct the next "Saw".

Fortunately, Hollywood has never lacked good directors. For example, Gregory Hoblit recommended by Twentieth Century Fox is a very good choice.

Now he has only filmed two series "Hill Street Blues" and "Latin American Law", facing the cooperation of 20th Century Fox, he naturally cannot refuse.

According to the trajectory of his previous life, his screen debut "Level One Fear" will have a North American box office of 56 million US dollars and a global box office of 103 million US dollars. He is considered a good director of horror films.

There is also a very good point, Gregory Hoblit's director's salary is very low, and he even signed four contracts in one breath, and the total salary of all the films is less than 1 million US dollars.

Of course, in the future, if the movie becomes a big hit, there will inevitably be some salary increases.

As for Ryan, he also served as a producer.

In addition to preparing for the next "Saw", I also took time to meet Cameron's second wife, Jill-Anne-Hurd.

From the first meeting, Ryan felt that Jill-Anne-Hurd was not simple, or very shrewd, and would never be willing to stay in the independent film circle.

Not only agreed to the invitation of the producer of "Leaving Las Vegas", but also tentatively asked Ryan about his next film plan, just to seek the position of producer.

For several of Ryan's films, the position of producer is either taken by himself or by Sofia or Helen. At least there is no plan to find a producer right now.

In addition, I took the time to rent a single-family apartment. The design of the three-story building is exquisitely decorated, which is much better than the previous apartment.

As for the last apartment, or the murder scene, it was used to shoot the "Chain Saw" series of films.

To be honest, living in a murder scene for a long time, even if Ryan didn't feel anything, no one would dare to be a guest.

At least Monica Bellucci didn't dare.

In desperation, he could only change an apartment.

After looking at the time, Ryan drove away from the single-family apartment he had just rented, and stopped at a coffee shop near Hollywood Boulevard.

As soon as he entered the door, he saw Monica Bellucci who had come a step earlier. There was a thick stack of video tapes on the coffee table, and she was holding a textbook similar to actor cultivation in her hand, and she was reading it very seriously.

Ryan went straight to Monica Bellucci and sat down, glanced at the video tape on the table, and said, "The Godfather?"

"Very good instructional video."

The performance in "The Godfather" is worth learning for all actors in Hollywood, and even many big stars have seriously imitated it.

"Recommended by an acting teacher."

Monica Bellucci put down the textbook in her hand, showing a delicate face, "Ryan, you are late today."

During this period of time, the two would get together from time to time, or relax.

"There is some traffic jam on the road."

Ryan made a helpless gesture, and then took out a file bag, "This is the script of "Leaving Las Vegas", you can discuss it with your private acting teacher."

In fact, the script of "Leaving Las Vegas" has been completed long ago, but Mike Figgis is a little dissatisfied with some details, and has been perfecting the script until yesterday, when the official script was delivered.

Monica Bellucci took over the script and flipped through it a few times, "I'm even more curious about when your next work will be approved."

In comparison, she is more curious about what type of film Ryan's next work will be, which will make him give up the opportunity to continue directing "Chain Saw".

"The script has been written a long time ago, but recently I want to acquire an animation studio and the copyright of some comic superhero characters, so I can only wait for a while."

Ryan did not hide this, anyway, it is no secret that he wants to acquire Blue Sky Studios, as well as the copyright of some comic superhero characters.

The acquisition of Blue Sky Studios and the copyrights of some comic superhero characters during this period is obviously a very good investment choice.

Furthermore, instead of depreciating tens of millions of dollars in the account to pay taxes, it is better to invest early.

"Which Blue Sky Studio and Marvel Comics characters copyright?" Monica Bellucci was a little puzzled.

Blue Sky Studio is not unknown to Hollywood, but it is not famous for its animation technology, but for its special effects.

The superhero characters of Marvel comics are deeply rooted in the hearts of every American.

"That's right, that studio has the copyright of some Marvel superhero characters." Ryan asked the waiter to order a cup of coffee.

"If the acquisition is successful, the studio may produce its first animated feature film next year. Once the box office is not satisfactory, I am afraid I will face bankruptcy."

Half-joking tone.

The production of 3D computer animation feature films not only takes a long time, but also requires a lot of money.

Once the box office is not satisfactory, bankruptcy is out of the question, but at least tens of millions of dollars will be lost.

"I believe in you."

"By the way, when will the filming of "Leaving Las Vegas" start?"

Monica Bellucci didn't mean to worry at all. She knew that as long as the "Chain Saw" series could be filmed, Ryan would not face bankruptcy.

"Probably around Christmas."

"It doesn't conflict with your shooting time of "Saw 2". You should still have some time to prepare." Ryan calculated the time. "Leaving Las Vegas" is expected to be released in October next year, so the shooting plan There is no rush.

"Before this year, I really couldn't believe that I would have the opportunity to star in a film that hit the Oscars." Monica Bellucci was a little emotional, UU Reading www.uukanshu. com Regarding the Oscar for Best Actress, she didn't dare to have the slightest hope, and being nominated was already considered a blessing.

"That's why you have to take advantage of this opportunity. Maybe you will get a statuette at the next Oscars dinner." Ryan said half-jokingly.

The Best Actress Oscar has always been one of the most competitive awards. In addition to acting skills, qualifications, and connections, it also requires huge capital investment.

With Monica Bellucci's reputation, there is almost no chance of winning the Oscar for Best Actress.

Of course, the Oscar jury has always been unexpected, and no one dares to say that there is no possibility.

However, Elizabeth Su, who had good acting skills in her previous life, did not win the Oscar for Best Actress in the end.

"Instead of looking forward to the Oscars, it's better to look forward to the Golden Globes." Monica Bellucci knew very well that it was almost impossible for her to win the Oscar for Best Actress, but she could try the Golden Globes.

Golden Globes!

Ryan nodded and said, "I will discuss it with Fox Searchlight Pictures at that time."

The release of "Chain Saw 2" was handed over to Twentieth Century Fox, and the release of "Leaving Las Vegas" was handed over to Fox Searchlight Pictures, which can be regarded as a balance.

"As I said, you don't have to." Monica Bellucci's mood suddenly became a little complicated.

Even if it is only the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress, not an Oscar, it still needs a lot of investment.

"This is just one aspect of the film's publicity plan." Ryan said truthfully.

Since "Leaving Las Vegas" was aiming for awards, he would naturally not miss the Golden Globe Awards. He just did it by the way, at most adding some promotional efforts for the heroine.