One Hundred and Seventy Six - Bring in Tim Burton

During the preparatory meeting, Bruce Rosenblum had been observing silently. Like most Hollywood crew members, the professional level of this team was excellent, and the director had complete control over everyone.

After the meeting, Wayne stayed with the casting director again and gave him a few more words. "Schwartz, your main purpose is to select young actors with aura. It doesn't matter if they are a little older. We can solve it through makeup and post-processing. By the way, call Li Guohao and ask him to participate in the clown role. Audition.”

"No problem!" After seeing what he said, the casting director nodded to the producer and left the conference room on his own initiative.

"Bruce." Wayne said as he and he walked out: "The location and the funds are all left to you, but one thing is very important. The contracts signed by everyone on the crew must have anti-drug clauses!"

This was the point that made him vomit blood the most. Not only the behind-the-scenes managers who had just participated in the preparation meeting, but also many basic employees liked to take a few sips. However, there must be some means of restriction. It is impossible to completely eliminate it. We can only use contracts to maximize restrictions.

Walking into the elevator, Bruce Rosenblum nodded silently. Not only the behind-the-scenes staff, but also the contracts of actors and actresses had to go through his hands and be signed on behalf of Warner Brothers.

"This film is different, Bruce." Wayne looked at the ascending elevator and said uneasily: "The main actors are all children. If damn contraband appears on the set, the union and the National Children's Protection Organization will take action. If the crew puts it under a microscope, the work progress will definitely be greatly delayed."

The young director had a serious look on his face, and Bruce Rosenblum finally spoke. "I understand, you don't have to worry about this!"

"Um."

When he came to the Warner Building this time, he was also going to check out the review progress of the "Batman" project. After all, this was the future direction he had chosen. He still had plenty of time, and the main thing was to find out Warner's attitude.

When Wayne knocked on the door of the president's office with his assistant and producer, not only Kevin Tesuhara was waiting for several people, but there was also a surprise that surprised everyone.

"Hi, Tim." The unexpected surprise was Tim Burton. He hugged the gothic director enthusiastically. They hadn't seen each other for a long time and said with a smile: "You have something to talk to Kevin about." ?Do you need us to wait outside?"

Tim Burton patted him on the back and they walked to the dugout. "I'm waiting for you too!"

Turning to look at him in confusion, Wayne made a phone gesture with his hand. "You have something to do with me? You can call me directly. By the way, has "Ed Wood" been produced?"

After everyone sat down, Tim Burton shrugged his shoulders. He was still wearing a neat suit and messy hair. "Kevin told me that someone robbed me of the new project I planned. I even threw "Ed Wood" aside and came here to wait for you."

"What? Batman?"

"Of course! I directed the first two movies and TV shows. Although the reputation of the second one was not very good, I still planned this "Batman". I didn't expect you to also focus on Bruce Wayne."

At this moment, he couldn't help but feel strange in his heart. This director's head is really strong! It's impossible for him to remember everything. He didn't expect that the subsequent Batman film was also planned by Tim Burton. As expected, he changed his identity and became a producer.

"The audience may be tired of the Gothic Batman. This time I was going to ask Joe Schumacher to direct, but the project proposal was returned. Wayne, are you going to direct it yourself?"

Glancing at the silent CEO, Wayne understood that since Tim Burton's project proposal had been rejected, it meant that his plan had officially entered the review process, and maybe Warner Bros. had already started market survey.

"Yes, I'm going to direct it myself!" There was nothing to hesitate about, he gave the answer directly. But Wayne suddenly had a new idea. "Maybe we can work together, Tim. How about you being the producer?"

"Me? Well..."

Not only did Tim Burton not expect this proposal, but even Kevin Tetsuhara, who had been silent, was shocked. However, if you think about it carefully, it is not impossible.

The genius director Tim Burton was the first to make Batman into a film and TV show. Regardless of the issue of audience reputation, he is definitely one of the most familiar with this aspect. He has been studying the film and TV version of Batman for several years.

Inviting him to be a film producer to control the market direction is absolutely no problem in terms of ability. What Kevin Tetsuhara is worried about is whether there will be discord if these two powerful directors collide into a team.

"I have to go back and think about this matter." Tim Burton put his hands on his shoulders and leaned on the sofa, thinking as he said: "Before the film "Ed Wood" is finished, I will give you an accurate estimate. reply."

Wayne could see that he was moved by this proposal. The other party's obsession with Batman was definitely enough, it just depended on the final result. His purpose is very simple. If he can recruit this genius director to do the preliminary preparations, how much work can he save!

And with Tim Burton watching over the preparations, he can absolutely rest assured that he can make new films. This high-quality labor must be brought to him.

Thinking of this, Wayne smiled and said: "Tim, the preparation time for "Batman" is very generous. It is expected that it will be used as long as it can be made in time. I'll wait for you!"

"I'll call you when "Ed Wood" is finished!"

Tim Burton raised his eyebrows and stood up, shaking hands with Wayne and others. It could be seen that although this man was unkempt, he was very well-educated. Even his assistant Nina and Kevin Tesuhara's secretary , greeted them all one by one, then turned and left.

"For Batman, Warner Bros. will pass the review as soon as possible, but the investment in the film..." coe Kevin Tetsuhara pondered for a while. Such a high investment amount is definitely considered a masterpiece in Hollywood.

"Are you sure it must cost hundreds of millions of dollars? If it weren't for the production cost, just based on your past achievements, the review work for this film would be much easier!"

In the plan that Jimmy submitted to Warner Bros., it was stated that this would be a three-part series. Although only the script and plan for the first part were included, Wayne's final production cost was as high as $120 million!

There are some things that you can't save money on, especially in this day and age. Just the stunt models that need to be made in advance are a huge expense. And although the film is mainly dark and realistic, it still has the most expensive special effects.

"Kevin, this is a three-part series!" Wayne began to explain where the money was being spent. "Most of the props and items can be used for three consecutive films! For example, Bruce Wayne's Batmobile and the redesigned Batsuit can be reused and can be used for filming the next two films. Save big bucks!

As for the more expensive special effects synthesis, in the design, we have tried to avoid this aspect of the scene, but this is Batman! Some things are unavoidable. US$120 million is not generous compared to the entire project. "

"OK!" For this kind of film that must have special effects, every film is a big spender. Kevin Tesuhara understands it very well. Just looking at the investment figure is still very scary.

"I will promote the review of the film as soon as possible, and the company will also conduct overseas financing as soon as possible. You don't have to worry about funding."

In a movie, there are many ways to deceive the audience's attention, but there is only one thing that cannot be deceived, and that is the special effects. You get what you pay for. The effect of 10 million US dollars and the effect of 20 million US dollars are completely different when presented on the big screen.

"Okay!" Wayne also stood up and was about to say goodbye. "I hope that before the filming of "The Return of the Clown" is completed, the preparations for Batman can begin!"

Just as he was about to open the door and go out with his assistant Nina, Bruce Rosenblum suddenly said: "Wait a minute, Wayne. What is the approximate production time of "The Return of the Clown"? I need to communicate with the publicity department in advance. , they also need to communicate with the school in advance to arrange the schedule, after all, this is Wayne Greenberg’s new film!”

"production time……"

He thought for a while and said: "If the filming of the film goes smoothly, it will be completed before February next year. However, considering that we have to take into account the work of Batman, the completion time will most likely be delayed. Let's do this. Put the film in September and give up the summer schedule.”

Bruce Rosenblum nodded. "I will communicate with the publicity department."

After leaving the Warner Tower, Wayne was still thinking about this matter. Next year's summer season will be full of competition. This time, he has plenty of time, just in time to avoid those masterpieces.

Of course, he is by no means afraid of so-called competition. Since he is in this industry, every film released will inevitably be accompanied by various competitors. But since he has plenty of time, there is no need to fight with the box office bomb.

From "Forrest Gump," "The Lion King," to Trucker's "True Lies," this year's summer release is simply a battle royale. Many classic films that will be passed down in later generations will come from next year's summer release.

Sadly, Warner Bros. will almost be completely wiped out next year and will have no outstanding works. By then, Wayne will feel that his weight will be even heavier for Warner.

This is why he told the negotiating team to buy shares in Warner Bros. not to be too anxious. Time is on his side.

"Boss!" The assistant pushed up his glasses and pointed to the roadside outside the manor. "Do you want me to call her back?"

In the direction leading to Beverly Park, Charlize Theron was holding two golden retrievers alone and walking slowly forward. She probably wanted to walk her dog in the park.

"Tell her to come back and tell her not to go out to walk the dog! Damn it..."