Chapter 717 "Kung Fu Panda" is a hit
In fact, Warner also had reasons to say about Nolan leaving Warner.
Nolan had to put "Tenet" in theaters at that time, and ended up losing money. We at Warner are doing streaming media to make up for your losses. Why are you so ignorant?
Of course, after Nolan made "Oppenheimer" and the global box office grossed 952 million US dollars, Warner Pictures regretted it.
Going back to the matter of decoupling from Melon Studios, Warner Pictures will definitely regret it. But the atmosphere has reached this point, and no one can look back and can only continue.
Back in the summer, "Kung Fu Panda" produced by Pixar Animation Studios and written and produced by Gilbert Jr. will be released on June 6.
Compared with the previous DreamWorks Animation Studio version of "Kung Fu Panda," Gilbert Jr. made certain changes to the script and story structure.
If it were a story with a purely Chinese core, it would probably be difficult to attract the audience. Therefore, while catering to the audience, "Kung Fu Panda" also tries to have a stronger Chinese flavor.
The Chinese and English soundtracks of this animated film are both surprises. Cheng Long participated in the Chinese and English dubbing of Jin Hu, and the English dubbing was done by Hollywood big names.
For example, Dustin Hoffman, who had collaborated with Gilbert Jr. in "Warriors", was invited by Gilbert Jr. to voice Master Raccoon.
Old friend Sir Ian McKellen voices the disabled leopard, and Angelina Jolie voices the fierce tiger. It can be said that it is full of sincerity and full of surprises.
For Chinese dubbing, some of the most popular stars in the Chinese entertainment industry have been invited. Huang Xiaoming, Bing Bingfan, Chen Kun and others all participated in the dubbing work.
Perhaps because this is the first animated film to feature a cute animal like the giant panda, and because Kung Fu is a familiar subject to North American audiences, the film earned US$60.23 million in North America in its first week.
The film's reputation is also quite good. Many media rated it and gave it an average score of 89, which is quite good.
What’s more important is the peripheral products. Soft and adorable Po dolls, ornaments, doll toys and other peripheral products sold US$7.3 million in the first week.
Adding up the rest of the merchandise, sales have exceeded $15 million.
As the movie continues to be released, the surrounding areas of the movie will continue to work hard and continue to contribute to sales.
But this is not the most surprising thing, with the film being released on a large scale around the world. The cute and naive Po is very popular and has achieved good results all over the world.
The first part at the beginning is very important. If the first part is successful, then you can continue to make this movie.
In fact, the most surprising thing is the Chinese audience. A Hollywood animated film is about the national treasure giant panda, which of course arouses the curiosity of many people.
Especially parents, who are usually reluctant to go to the cinema, can take their children there this time.
Only after arriving at the movie theater did parents discover that animated movies can be so exciting and do not represent childishness or youthfulness.
Some people have had a slight change in their views on animated movies, and it seems that adults can also watch such animated movies.
Disney actually has an animated film adapted from an ancient Chinese story called "Mulan", which also achieved good results.
One characteristic of Disney's animated films is that they like to make live-action versions.
After seeing the good results of "Kung Fu Panda", Disney revived the idea and wanted to make a live-action version of "Mulan", and also wanted to invite Shu Chang to star.
However, from the animated version to the live-action version, some things that are acceptable and understandable to North American audiences have changed.
Gilbert Jr. rejected this proposal. The animated version of "Mulan" is already good, and there is no need to continue to make a live-action version.
The most important thing is that if Disney really wants to make a film that tastes like that, it's fine, even if it's nondescript and unflattering to both sides.
Little Gilbert himself wasn't sure, let alone anyone else.
Another thing is Tom Cruise. The results of "Mission: Impossible 3" are not good, but Tom Cruise does not want to give up his signature series.
So he found little Gilbert and wanted to discuss it. "Tom, I am not suitable to take over this film. If possible, I can recommend a suitable director to you."
"That animation director you're talking about? Brad Bird?"
Tom Cruise frowned: "Can this work?"
"Of course, if you are interested, I can help you make an appointment to see it." Little Gilbert said.
Tom Cruise hesitated and said, "I'll think about it again!"
Today's Tom Cruise is different from his previous life. He and Nicole Kidman have a happy marriage, and the two have a son and a daughter.
His career has also progressed quite well, and he won an Oscar for his role in "Chicago". Later, he collaborated with Little Gilbert on "Warriors" and "The Last of Us", both of which achieved good results.
While Mission: Impossible 3 wasn't a success, Tom Cruise wasn't as dependent on the series as he was with the original Chrono, so he wasn't in a rush.
Gilbert Jr. later communicated with Brad Bird, who was very interested in directing live-action movies, especially action movies.
In order to prove his ability, he also drew some concept drawings for little Gilbert, which were very whimsical designs for animated movies.
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Gilbert Jr. gave these concept drawings to Tom Cruise. Tom Cruise took them seriously, so he and Brad Bird had a meal together and had a chat.
Although it has not been finalized that Brad Bird will direct, the two have a good conversation and it is estimated that they will still reach a cooperation.
Tom Cruise also asked Gilbert Jr.: "When can we make another movie together? Like "Warriors" and "The Last of Us."
"Tom, if there is a suitable role, I will find you." Little Gilbert said.
Obviously, Tom Cruise has tasted the sweetness and wants to continue to work with Gilbert Jr. in movies. He should be regarded as the big-name star who has collaborated with little Gilbert in the most movies, and he feels like a royal actor.
After thinking about it, Little Gilbert said: "Of course, if you can reduce your salary and star in a small-budget suspense comedy, I would welcome it."
Tom Cruise frowned: "Are you going to make a suspense film? Or a comedy?"
"The combination of the two, this is an original script story." Gilbert Jr. replied.
Tom Cruise thought about it and said: "We are friends, and I can't lie. This is not a film for awards. Reducing the pay will damage my commercial value."
"I understand. Otherwise, you can make a decision after reading the script. I guarantee that this will be as exciting a story as "Warrior" and "The Last of Us."
"I'll think about it again!"
There is speculation that Gilbert Jr. may strike while the iron is hot and continue directing "Batman" movies. However, Gilbert Jr. believes that the current influence of "The Dark Knight" is too great, and the sequel will have to wait several years.
This year's work is very busy. In addition to being an artistic consultant for the Olympic Games, I also have to deal with the financial crisis.
This prevented little Gilbert from focusing on film production, so little Gilbert came up with an original suspense comedy film with a low cost.
This movie is called "Knives Out". It is a good movie that appeared in a situation where Hollywood is becoming more and more homogenized and original movies are almost extinct.
With this movie, Gilbert Jr. plans to once again solidify his reputation as Hollywood's top original film director.
Most importantly, this movie is great enough.
(End of chapter)