nashuaworldcup Chapter 254 Activate the King of Bad Movies?
Chapter 254 Activate the King of Bad Movies?
Michael was full of doubts and didn't know why he was asked to go with him to meet a "bad movie" director.
Just when he was trying to analyze his boss's thoughts, Wang Lei suddenly asked him:
"Michael, have you ever gone to the cinema to see "Waterworld"?"
"I went to see Waterworld when it first came out, but I watched it with my girlfriend, and she fell asleep halfway through."
Michael smiled awkwardly:
"I watched it from beginning to end."
"To be honest, putting aside the outside world's evaluation of it, what do you personally think of this film?"
Michael immediately put away his uninhibited smile.
How could he not see that Wang Lei valued Kevin Reynolds?
But with his personality, he couldn't say anything casually to suit the boss's wishes.
He did not rush to answer this question, but simply went through the plot of the movie in his mind.
Slowly he spoke:
"Aesthetics aside, I think "Waterworld" is a masterpiece of apocalyptic movies.
I think Universal is primarily responsible for the box office failure. "
This was the first time Wang Lei heard such a conclusion. He asked calmly:
"Oh, why do you say that?"
"The biggest mistake Universal made was to use a romantic disaster movie to promote this film!"
“Originally I wanted to ride on the popularity of Titanic, but ended up causing public outrage.
People saw that the promotion was for handsome men and beautiful women, but what they saw was Beauty and the Beast. "
The reputation of Future Water World naturally encountered Waterloo.
At this time, there were no strong social networks, and various magazines, newspapers, and TV news were the biggest propaganda outlets.
Everyone said it was a bad movie, and God couldn't save its box office.
"So, are you willing to give Kevin another chance to show himself?"
Wang Lei looked at Michael with burning eyes. If the other party said he was unwilling, it meant that what he just said was meant for him.
If you say yes, the next thing will naturally be much easier to handle.
"Of course I am willing. His camera sense is very good, and there are not many directors who can shoot big shots in TV series nowadays. Kevin's talent is completely compromised when he comes to shoot TV series."
"The only thing I'm worried about is director Kevin's reputation. Our TV station is new and we can't afford any risks. If he comes to direct, I'm afraid our flagship series will be boycotted by the audience."
"Yes, this is why many people know that Kevin is very capable, but are unwilling to use him."
This situation cannot be changed by Wang Lei. For many directors, one film has a bad reputation, and all subsequent films, no matter how good they are and how diligent they are, have extremely poor box office results.
The two of them walked into the reception room one after another.
Kevin Reynolds sat on the sofa with a frown on his face, seemingly thinking about something. He didn't even notice anyone coming.
Wang Lei called him:
"Director Kevin?"
"Mr. Wang!"
Kevin Reynolds stood up hurriedly, not knowing where to put his nervous hands.
Looks like a newcomer who has just entered the workplace.
"It's okay, relax. I came to you this time just to offer you a job as a director."
Kevin Reynolds had not once fantasized about the reason why Wang Lei came to him, but when he heard the news, he felt nothing but ecstasy.
"But what we have to say in advance is that the position we will give you is a TV series director, and you can only hold the title of assistant director.
Are you okay with this? "
From a big-budget movie director to a TV series director, or still a nominal deputy director, the gap is not as big as usual.
But Kevin had no choice. If Paramount was not willing to give him another chance, he would now have no choice but to look for opportunities in the commercial film industry.
Being able to serve as the director of a TV series is already a very good perk.
He was only grateful for this, and tears couldn't help but flow from the corners of his eyes. He held Wang Lei's right hand tightly and shook it.
Michael knew in his heart that the boss had already made a stopgap measure. If they were named as assistant directors, they would suffer much less criticism.
Moreover, Kevin has rich production experience and is an expert in the field of commercial films. With him, he can help the TV series department cultivate more director talents.
If Paramount’s dramas are all shot like movies, then why are we still worried about the ratings not going up?
Naturally, he had no objections.
"Director Kevin, I am Michael, president of Paramount Television, welcome to join Paramount Pictures!"
"I'm very honored. President, don't worry, I won't make the same mistake twice. I will definitely cherish this opportunity."
Michael felt the sincerity of the other party and patted the other party's shoulder hard:
"It just so happens that my boss just gave me a script idea. I think it's very suitable for you to regain your glory. Come and take a look."
Of course Michael was talking about the script for "The Walking Dead."
Both the subject matter and the style of painting suit Michael very well.
Kevin didn't expect that he would come to work before the sofa was warm. He didn't dare to neglect and hurriedly took the notebook with both hands.
“The Sheriff was shot during an operation and again woke up in the hospital.
Discovering that the town has been occupied by bloodthirsty zombies, in a world where order has collapsed, he once again put on the police uniform, picked up a gun, and embarked on the road to find his family...
What he didn't know was that while he was in a coma, his wife had an affair with his brother and even became pregnant with a child...
The most dangerous thing in the apocalypse is not zombies, but the collapse of the moral order. "
If Michael only thinks the setting of this series is interesting, then Kevin Reynolds's expression can be described as ecstatic.
The Walking Dead has almost everything a post-apocalyptic drama should have.
He is very confident that The Walking Dead will become Paramount Network's flagship series.
"What a great idea, as if it was made just for me."
If Kevin still had doubts in his mind just now, all his worries and worries disappeared after seeing the creative idea of the script.
He firmly believes that with this drama, his career will usher in a second spring, and he can even wash away the stain of being the king of bad movies and return to the public eye.
Seeing Kevin's face return to its former self-confidence, he looked high-spirited.
Wang Lei nodded with satisfaction.
Appointing Kevin was a very bold attempt on his part. If Kevin remained sluggish, he would not mind replacing him in time.
Paramount is his carefully crafted publicity outlet, responsible for the important task of promoting the culture of Dragon Kingdom.
He planned to hand over the role of Glenn to Daniel Wu, who had just joined TVB. He was originally from San Francisco, so it would be suitable to play Glenn.
In the previous life, most people cursed and abandoned the show after Glenn's head was tragically shot.
With him here, the screenwriter will naturally not be allowed to write Glenn to death. In the same way, he will reduce the aura of the protagonist and make every member more flesh-and-blood!