Chapter 208 The Butterfly Effect
From any point of view, "Murder by Numbers" is far from a success, and Richard Crystal's career as a producer has officially come to an end— —
This is a mainstream movie produced by Warner Bros., with an investment of 50 million US dollars, and released widely in North America. The film company naturally expects the movie to be profitable.
However, the movie actually only earned 56 million U.S. dollars at the box office. After deducting distribution and promotion expenses, the film company, distribution company, and theater chain then divided the box office dividends. In the end, Warner Bros. lost nearly 3,000 U.S. dollars. million dollars.
Although the loss of 30 million US dollars is a drop in the bucket for a company of Warner Bros.'s level, don't forget that Richard Crystal has been producing independent films and TV series, but his first mainstream film suffered a huge loss. A disastrous failure, and his prospects in Hollywood were suddenly cut off.
However, for the audience, the awareness of "Murder by Numbers" is on another level, and the three actors Sandra Bullock, Ryan Gosling and Michael Pitt are treasures.
Look back to the present moment.
Richard Crystal, Sandra Bullock, Ryan Gosling, each name fits together, pointing to the work "Murder by Numbers" in every aspect.
Does this mean that Brad Renfro has really encountered a once-in-a-lifetime project?
Judging from the timeline, "Murder by Numbers" should be Sandra's choice of work before "Beautiful Girl" became a hit at the box office, demonstrating her ambition to transform. Later, the success of "Beautiful Girl" made Sandra La delayed the transformation plan, but "digital murder" is still a possibility, proving Sandra's different possibilities.
Therefore, after "Murder by Numbers", Sandra still tried slowly step by step, from "Crash" to "Notorious" to "Weakness", three steps in ten years, achieving Sandra's best Oscar A major achievement for the actress, she became the highest-paid actress in Hollywood at the age of thirty-eight.
The importance of this step in "Digital Murder" is evident.
And it is worth mentioning that this movie successfully brought together Sandra Bullock and Ryan Gosling to fall in love. This couple with a sixteen-year age difference really attracted a lot of attention, although The two did not achieve success, but this work has always had special meaning to Ryan.
This is how Anson learned about the work "Murder by Numbers".
Now, Brad Renfroe has entered Richard Crystal’s sight?
If Brad stars in this work, even though the movie is not successful, it can bring him into the public eye and reopen the door to Hollywood. Does this mean that Brad's career will also usher in a second spring, completely overcoming the haze of the past? Leave it behind?
So, which role does Richard think Brad is suitable for, Ryan Gosling's or Michael Pitt's? If Brad starred in this work, could it change the fate of the movie? Will it change the fate of the actors and enter an earth-shaking parallel universe?
Has the influence of Anson, this little butterfly, finally begun to radiate to other friends around him?
Of course, it’s too early.
Not to mention that Brad has not yet won the role, he was even "abandoned" by Richard, hanging in mid-air without getting up or down, falling into confusion and panic——
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In Hollywood, this is the norm, waiting, waiting, and then...no more.
Even if Brad has successfully won the role, it does not mean that he can become the second Ryan Gosling or the second Michael Pitt.
They need to calm down and take it one step at a time.
So, what should we do now?
Thoughts were raging in his mind for a short moment, Anson looked at Brad again, "Take a deep breath, Brad, take a deep breath, the opportunity has not slipped away."
"You just said that the producer needs to visit another actor?"
Brad nodded.
Anson showed a smile, "Then let us look for them together."
Brad was stunned, "Then what?" Anson lightly shrugged, "Then let's start the fair process openly and honestly. Competition. No, it’s not competition, it’s just socializing and ordinary conversation. Everyone has the opportunity to talk to the producer and director, and everyone has the opportunity to make an impression and prove that they are the best choice.”
Brad blurted out, "But, in front of other actors?"
Auditions for independent films are often one-on-one with the director or producer. They will not hire an audition company, nor will they invite a group of actors collectively Audition.
There is not even an audition. The director likes a certain actor and hands the project plan or script to the actor through the agent. If he is interested, both parties can sit down and talk.
Brad has always been accustomed to this mode, and suddenly he has to actively promote himself, and he seems to be in a hurry.
Anson believes that things are not that complicated, just change the angle, "You should think of it this way, other actors may not be competitors, maybe they are your partners, standing in front of the producer or director, Show the chemistry between you and other actors and inspire.”
"Perhaps, it was just a project on paper originally, but because of the spark between you, the project has been given new vitality and gained more attention and support. Even investors have more hopes for the project and are willing to increase investment. It's all a good thing."
Involuntarily, Brad was stunned. He could clearly feel that his tense nerves had relaxed, and his thoughtful expression had clearly started brainstorming.
Anson patted Brad's arm lightly, "Hey, I'll think about it later. So, where is that Richard Crystal?"
Anson knows this. The memory of the name is also very vague, and I have no idea about the face. Brad still needs to find the target.
Brad looked a little confused.
Anson wasn't nervous either, "Which sofa were you just chatting on?"
Jeff Robinoff's villa is very big, very, very big. Before they even had time to look around, they already felt the space occupied. The area is vast, but it doesn't matter. Those are the places where people gather. Leaving aside the private space, you can always find clues.
First go back to the starting point, and then search in the direction Richard left. Coupled with Anson's social skills, he briefly talked with the guests and waiters to search for clues and details, which took less than fifteen minutes. , Brad saw Richard with a focused and intoxicated expression under a palm tree.
Another bald head.
This is already the second one tonight, but unlike Jeff, Richard looks very short and thin. Even among the women coming and going, he is completely swallowed up. He is completely lost in the crowd. At first glance, it's a bit like a hobbit breaking into the elf world. You might miss it if you don't pay attention.
The bald head, on the other hand, plays the role of a light bulb and can easily position itself in the crowd.
It can be seen from the movements of Richard's hands that he is a comedy character. Because his appearance is not an advantage, he needs other skills to survive in Hollywood, just like a jester.
However, even if you miss Richard, you won’t miss Ryan Gosling standing opposite him.
Fourth update.
(End of this chapter)