Four Hundred and Eleven - The Last R-Rated Movie!
The red carpet in front of the Chinese Theater in Hollywood was crowded with people on both sides. Unusually for Wayne, he did not choose to make his final appearance. Instead, he took the lead through the red carpet and brought Naomi Watts to the interview area early. .
Compared with his previous films, the biggest difference between "The Departed" and "The Departed" is the powerful cast.
In the past few years, strictly speaking, Wayne's films are all commercial films. The principle he follows has always been to avoid using famous actors. On the one hand, it is to reduce unexpected situations during filming. On the other hand, it is not to choose big stars every time, so as to be able to A large amount of production funds were saved and used in the production of the film itself.
This time it's different. Regardless of how much money the three male protagonists received less, their fame is indeed big enough.
Needless to say, Christian Bale, the new "Batman" who has just become popular all over the world, is a typical example of fame. It is not an exaggeration to say that he is a new national idol.
And Brad Pitt's popularity is not much different from the former. The last movie he starred in was the hit "Seven". This movie with David Fincher allowed him to gain both It has received a lot of positive reviews from fans and professional reviews.
In fact, among the three, the one whose acting skills made Wayne feel most comfortable was Jack Nicholson. This veteran actor did not like to follow the rules as soon as he entered the set. He also had a strong reputation among movie fans.
Now that these three big names have made their grand finale appearances to attract popularity, Wayne simply prepared to enter the theater early and prepare to welcome some big names coming to the stage.
"In order to play this role well, Christian Bale went to the Los Angeles Police Department, put on a police uniform and joined a patrol unit to experience life. He patrolled with the police officers and participated in the "contraband" inspection operation. For more than two months, Trainee police officers are trained in work and taught most of the professional skills.”
When a reporter asked about the performance of the film's leading actor, Wayne faced the cameras and countless recorders and poured out his praise for Christian Bale without hesitation. "When I was filming "Batman Begins," I discovered Christian Bale's dedication.
I am aware of the outside world’s speculations and rumors about our relationship. Here I can give a clear answer. When faced with a dedicated and hard-working actor like Christian Bale, every director will be willing to work with him. He has good professional standards and self-discipline. Sex will bring more convenience to the difficult filming work of the film. "
"Director Greenberg." A reporter asked as soon as he finished speaking: "As we all know, your next film will be filming Batman Part II, which also means that you will start a fight with Christian Bale. The third collaboration, does this mean that you will have a relationship similar to that between Tim Burton and Johnny Depp?"
"very possible!"
Facing the reporter who asked the question, Wayne made a mocking application and said: "I didn't say there are only two Batman series. In fact, if nothing else happens, Chris will start a series with me in the next few years. Collaborate frequently.”
A person from Time Warner's TV station then came up, raised the microphone with the station logo to Wayne, who was talking to reporters, and said: "Wayne, Ms. Watts, first of all, congratulations on having a lovely angel. . Can you talk about why you delayed the filming of Batman Part 2 and instead produced such a large-scale gangster movie?"
Naomi Watts, who had been standing next to Wayne and smiling, smiled and nodded at the reporters who asked questions, but she did not say anything. Everyone knew who the protagonist was today.
When he heard the reporter's question, Wayne immediately reacted. The other party must have been arranged by Warner Bros. to ask such a question.
Although everyone knows that his purpose in filming "The Departed" is for Chi Luoluo to win the statuette that everyone wants, there are some things that he cannot say to the public and fans, so he has to find a high-sounding reason. Always necessary.
Wayne faced the camera and considered it for a moment, then said into the microphone: "Film fans who are familiar with me know that I have been studying the film noir genre since I was a freshman. After that, there were "Happy Death Day" and "Escape". The birth of films such as "Death Town" and so on.
Of course, it is entirely because of the support of fans that I am qualified to continue filming one film after another. It was probably around the beginning of 1995, when "Batman Begins" had just finished filming. One night I suddenly had this idea. Why not make a summary of everything I learned in college?
After shooting those films one after another in the past few years, while working continuously, it also brought me extremely valuable shooting experience. Therefore, I feel that with my current experience in making noir films, it is time to make a collection I have all styles of works, and thus, "The Departed" was born. "
In fact, a considerable part of these words are his true feelings in his heart. After the filming of "The Departed", his work plan for the next few years will be centered on the DC comic series, and he will start shooting this type of movies. The probability of the film can be said to be infinitely low.
As the major shareholder of Warner Bros., he has long been part of this media group. Even if he wants to produce PG13-level superheroes for his own long-term profits, the movie audience will become an objective factor that has to be considered.
Therefore, it is not an exaggeration to say that this film is Wayne's latest stage and a summary of film noir. Of course, the first goal of making this film is the statue that makes him salivate.
"Wayne, does this mean that after "The Departed", you will not make similar large-scale R-rated films in a short period of time?" The reporter heard his answer and immediately asked.
Nodding happily, Wayne shrugged and said in a teasing tone into the microphone: "You can say that maybe this will be my last R-rated movie, no one can say for sure."
The reporter got what he wanted and grinned at him. The gimmick of Wayne's last R-rated movie is big enough. I believe that countless movie fans will invite their friends to go to the theater together again because of some kind of sentimental effect after hearing the news from him.
This is the marketing strategy created by Warner Bros.'s distribution department. When the film's starring cast is strong enough and has eye-catching gimmicks, Warner Bros. believes that there will be fans who have no plans to watch the movie for various reasons. Buy tickets to watch the movie.
Wayne gently patted Naomi Watts' hand. After answering the question, he turned around and left the media interview area with the Australian actress and walked towards the Chinese Theater in Hollywood.
What he said in front of the camera, especially when he admitted that this was the last R-rated film, Wayne did not have any psychological pressure to lie. Telling lies with his eyes open can be said to be a traditional skill of Hollywood directors. Anyway, there are many He doesn't have many.
The hype gimmick of the last R-rated movie is, to put it bluntly, all for the sake of box office. He remembers quite clearly that in his previous life, "Transformers" was a sentimental movie that was wildly reaping box office success around the world. Michael Bay told the media more than once that this would be his last "Transformers" and fans also gave the movie enough enthusiasm.
Then when "Transformers" was released again, Blastboy seemed to have forgotten what he had said. In the face of subsequent interviews from all over the world, he once again swore that this would be the last "Transformers" he directed. Then movie fans seemed to be equally forgetful and lined up to enter the theater again to contribute to the box office.
There are countless similar things. As long as it is beneficial to the box office of the movie, the bottom line of Hollywood film practitioners is basically zero.
The ruffian Quentin Tarantino, every time he finishes shooting a movie, he will emphasize that he will only shoot ten movies in his life when promoting it, and he will retire after filming and drinking to become a writer. In fact, "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" has started its theatrical release in full swing. For movie fans, just listen to what the director said.
Because Wayne arrived quite early this time, he carefully observed the Chinese Grand Theater before entering the theater.
Looking at this so-called landmark building that combines East and West, if you look at it from the perspective of an Eastern soul, it is definitely neither fish nor fowl.
This theater was built on May 18, 1927. Next door is the Dolby Theater. One of the main reasons why this theater is famous is that it has hosted many Oscar Awards ceremonies.
Another famous sight in front of the theater square is the superstars’ imprints on the cement floor. This cement floor contains the handprints and footprints of the world’s best filmmakers. These “imprints” represent outstanding achievements in the world’s film and entertainment industries. The highest human honor and eternal memorial. Known as "Hollywood's most valuable honor."
It’s okay in this day and age, and there is still some value in leaving a mark. In a few years, this place will become a world-famous tourist destination. It will become much easier to leave your mark in front of the Chinese Grand Theater. It has completely evolved into a business activity.
When entering the Chinese Theater in Hollywood, the first thing you have to pass are two huge red pillars. In the middle of the two red pillars is a Chinese dragon carved in stone.
On both sides of the theater door, there are two large stone tengu statues. It is said that they were brought from the ancient oriental country in the early stages of the theater's construction.
Wayne had held premieres here before, and had only gone in with a quick glance. After a careful visit this time, I discovered that these so-called Chinese elements are just what Westerners think of as elements. The combination of East and West is quite strange in his eyes.
"Boss, there are several famous film critics up there. They came in through the employee passage early in the morning." Nina, who was waiting in the theater, saw them coming in and immediately came over to them. "Would you like to say hello first?"