Chapter 35: Reject them all

In fact, it's no wonder that Ryan knew nothing about the situation of "Home Alone". You know, for the filming of "Terminator 2", he didn't even attend the premiere before Thanksgiving, and it also attracted Carter Eisner. Had a lot of war of words with James Cameron.

  When he learned that the box office on the opening day was as high as 18 million US dollars, he was completely relieved and threw the movie behind him.

  Besides, although the movie was a success at the box office, critics mercilessly criticized him, saying that the movie was indeed a wonderful and funny movie for all ages, but he, the screenwriter, lost the role of "The Sixth". As sharp as "Sense", the new work not only lacks humanistic care, but also does not bring people anything worth thinking about. The plots in it are just for the sake of being funny.

  Moreover, as the lead actor, his acting skills are not even half as good as those in "The Sixth Sense".

  Please! You also know that this is a funny movie for all ages. Isn't this kind of movie just to make everyone happy during the holidays? think? Humanistic care? What it is!

  Ryan really wants to find a place to argue with these film critics who are too full to do anything. What good can be said about a movie like "Home Alone"? Even a first grader knows that it is possible for a child to defeat two adult thieves? It's a shame that they dared to shout so shamelessly.

  There are also those tabloids that, in order to stimulate people's attention and sell sales, have endlessly promoted his image as a monster. Moreover, they have never stopped publishing articles that suspect that he has a gunman.

  Of course, not many people would believe this kind of news. After all, anyone who is not a fool would know that a moneyless and powerless orphan could have such a successful gunman or creative team? Don't be kidding, do you really think everyone is the Zentraedi star with water in his head in his work?

  Even if it's not for your own beautiful soul, you still have to consider it for your eyes, right? Ryan took the initiative to stay away from newspapers and magazines from the day after the premiere. Anyway, he could write scripts for fun and play guitar and compose music for fun.

  "Jamie, take Ryan to see those reporters and get rid of them immediately." James Cameron looked at the spokesperson of the crew and had no intention of pushing the boy into the fire pit.

  "Hey, Jim, you can't do this," Ryan naturally protested.

  "I am the director and producer, and I have the final say on all affairs of the crew, now! Immediately! Go hold a live press conference, if you don't want to do each shot thirty times!" After the threat was over, naturally it was The temptation was, "Ryan, as long as you get rid of those annoying guys, I promise to give you three days off for Christmas."

  "Three days off? It seems very good." Ryan followed the spokesperson and several assistants of the crew towards the set. When I walked out, I didn't notice that the people around me could hardly hold back their smiles.

  Finally, when he walked out of the set, he realized that Christmas was supposed to be a three-day holiday, okay?

  "Quiet! Quiet! You are such a mess, we can't hear anything!"

  After seeing someone from the crew coming out, the flies became louder, and Jamie had to shout loudly.

  Seeing that the real owner was on the opposite side, these guys finally calmed down, and people scattered in other places also gathered around. Ryan took a quick glance, and there were dozens of reporters.

  "Ryan, is this your look in Terminator 2?" Ryan's temperament and expression are completely different from those in "The Sixth Sense" and "Home Alone". If it weren't for that somewhat familiar face, they would all be suspicious. Is it someone else who is coming?

  "No wonder some film critics say what he looks like in his acting!" A reporter muttered to his companions in a low voice.

  Ryan showed a cunning smile, "It looks like you are here for "Terminator 2"?"

  "Cunning brats!" The reporter muttered, quickly shook his head and asked, "'Home Alone' "The box office has exceeded 150 million US dollars, and there is still a long time before it is released. Do you think it can surpass "The Sixth Sense"?" "

  Sorry, this question needs to be asked to audiences across the United States."

  "Some film critics said that your acting skills have declined a lot. In Home Alone, you can do nothing but be funny and cute. What do you think?" "

  Please! Home Alone is just a funny movie, okay? I'm not going to be funny in it. Do you want to be as gloomy and lonely as in The Sixth Sense?" Ryan gave him a look that looked like you were a fool.

  "It is said that many film companies are interested in other stories in "Ryan's Stories" and want to buy them at high prices. Is it true?" "

  Sorry, I have not received any invitations or quotes."

  "Ryan, still Remember me? I'm Mick Taylor from the entertainment section of the Los Angeles Times." A reporter finally squeezed into the front row. Ryan looked at it and saw that it looked familiar. Then he remembered that he and Harvey The reporter with whom Weinstein had some contact.

  "Hello, Mick, long time no see."

  "According to the news I got, Universal Pictures has made an offer to your agent to purchase the film adaptation rights of "Jurassic Park". Can you tell me?"

  Ryan shrugged. He shrugged, "I don't know. Pat only comes to see me once every Friday, and then I get the news." "

  Then do you intend to sell?" Mick Taylor asked.

  "Well..." Ryan drawled for a long time, "It's a secret!"

  After all, the other party was a media member who was friendly with him and had never attacked him. The boy hooked his fingers and when Mick came over He whispered, "Of course it depends on the conditions!"

  The questions that followed had long gone beyond the scope of Home Alone, asking about everything, how the next episode of Harry Potter was being written, and what would happen after Terminator 2 Is there any plan to take over the film...

  The most amazing thing is, someone asked about Nicole's news, saying whether she would find an adoptive father for him?

  "I say it again, Ms. Nicole Kidman is my sister!" Ryan gritted his teeth and emphasized. There were ten million voices in his heart telling him that he must not let such ridiculous things be detained by these guys. On the head.

  "Ryan, do you have a girlfriend, have you ever dated a girl?"

  Ryan only glanced at the paparazzi's dog tag and, with the support of several assistants, turned around and returned to the set.

  Everyone present glared at the paparazzi. Ryan Jenkins was the hottest topic recently. He was finally willing to stand up and answer questions. You idiot, you actually provoked him away with such a stupid question. It's clear. It means becoming the public enemy of everyone.

  "Why are you looking at me like this? The public has the right to know." The paparazzi was still angry.

  "Idiot! Wouldn't you leave this kind of question until the end?"

  Anyway, after this messy interview, although there were still many people milling around the crew, it became a lot quieter. Besides, no matter what Whether they are reporters or paparazzi, they usually maintain a tacit understanding with the film crew. When the crew starts filming, they must keep quiet, otherwise they will become the public enemy of all Hollywood film companies.

  "Ryan, these are two movie offers."

  After closing the door of the trailer, Kingsley handed over the two movie offers first. Ryan just glanced at them, "Big Daddy" and "Invincible". He had never heard of it before, so he said without hesitation, "What kind of movies are these? Push them." "

  And this, an advertising contract."

  Ryan simply didn't answer the question, "I'll just listen to what you say." ."

  "Children's cough syrup, Pizza Hut pizza, and an endorsement invitation from Asprey."

  "I'm new to this, what do you think? And what is Asprey?"

  "There's nothing about children's cough syrup. If necessary, Pizza Hut can consider it. Asprey wants you to be their children's clothing spokesperson."

  "What's your suggestion?" Ryan looked at the agent.

  "Don't agree to anyone yet, wait until Home Alone's box office exceeds 200 million." Through two movies, Kingsley has realized the boy's potential beyond writing.

  "No." Ryan shook his finger, "Wait until the film academy announces the Oscar nominations."

  "Are you so confident?" Kingsley naturally understood what he meant. After all, she and Harvey Weinstein were working on this. Full PR.

  "I have confidence in you and Harvey, and of course, even more confidence in The Sixth Sense." Ryan smiled brightly, "I think if nothing happens, Nicole and I will each get a nomination. "

  Since this movie in the previous life was able to receive several Oscar nominations, why can't it be done now? What's more, this movie is not inferior to the previous movie, and is even slightly better in some aspects. The only problem is that the pace is a bit slow, but Will this be a problem for Oscar judges?

  Which of those literary and artistic films is not so slow-paced as to make the viewer drowsy? The old guys at the core of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences have always loved this film. Even though "The Sixth Sense" is a thriller, it embodies The family, family ties, communication between people, etc. are all in line with the mainstream values ​​of the United States.

  Besides, this is an ethical thriller, not a science fiction film.

  "Are you still delaying the purchase of the adaptation rights?" Kingsley asked.

  "Pat, there are many works that are not suitable for adaptation now. Film special effects and post-production technology are a big problem." Ryan tapped his fingers, "What conditions did Universal offer?" "

  You can be the screenwriter yourself for two million dollars. Plus 2% of the North American box office share."

  "Pushed."

  Although he didn't know how much the previous person sold, Ryan refused without thinking. After all, this is a big gold mine, "Pat, Before 1992, no matter who he was, he rejected everyone."

  How to maximize benefits and unite his team is a question he has been considering for a long time. If he just wants to be a rich man, he can completely remove General Ha Write the Lipot series, and then wait to die.

  But after all, this life is not the same as his previous life. In his previous life, he was confused for half his life and ended up alone. Now that he has come to Hollywood in this life, he must leave his own star in the most conspicuous position on the Avenue of Stars.