Chapter 472 Frontal Breakthrough
The performance of "Murder by Numbers" was far below expectations. Although it was only released for two weeks, the estimated loss may be as high as 30 million US dollars or even more.
It is precisely because of this that Warner Brothers does not like works with small and medium-cost investments. Once they fail, their losses will be huge. It is not as cost-effective as investing in large-scale works. If they win, they will win happily, and if they lose, they will lose miserably.
Anson had no way of knowing how Sandra Bullock felt about being the lead, but it was a heavy blow to Brad Renfro.
In recent years, Brad has been active in various independent films. He finally got this opportunity to return to the mainstream market, but the results were not satisfactory, which made Brad fall into In the deep pain, the nightmares of the past few years came back again.
And, no comparison means no harm.
Brad's last film, "Ghost World," won critical acclaim and, although it didn't win a nomination during awards season, it was invited to screen at different independent film festivals; but now "Murder by Numbers" is deeply Being trapped in the quagmire of negative comments and the panic of an uncertain future made Brad escape into darkness.
In the past two weeks, Chris Evans has been staying with Brad at home, while Anson and James have been busy with the promotion of "Spider-Man". Despite this, Anson still meets with Brad every now and then. Ladd Call——
It is not chicken soup for the soul.
Anson worked hard to make Brad realize that the success or failure of "Murder by Numbers" is not important. The real significance is to let the mainstream media see Brad again, and at the same time make Hollywood realize that Brad is still In terms of performance, the quality of the movie may be unsatisfactory, but the presence of the actors cannot be ignored.
Who knows, a bad movie might get producers to see Brad again.
Now it seems that although the situation is different, Ryan also has his own troubles, just like Anson tonight.
Aware of Anson's gaze, Ryan nodded slightly, "I'm thinking."
"Thinking about what kind of actor I want to be and what role I should play. You know, I'm not a typical handsome guy, and I definitely wouldn't be able to pass the audition for a role like 'Spider-Man.'"
That's the truth.
Now Ryan looks particularly thin, not only thin but also gloomy. This appearance does not conform to the mainstream aesthetics of Hollywood. Major film companies like tall, strong and handsome actors, while those skinny actors can often only be found in independent films. Scratching around.
Ryan Gosling in his early twenties and later the young Timothee-Chalamet are all representatives. Their physiques and images do not conform to the traditional aesthetics of Hollywood, and they often It's hard to get leading roles.
If "Call Me By Your Name" hadn't become so popular by chance, it would have been very difficult for the latter to become famous.
This is also the reason why Ryan started to work out later -
The "half Nelson" Ryan and the "crazy stupid love" Ryan are only five years apart, but they seem to be completely different of two people.
Anson raised his chin slightly, "So, you are trying to define your own sense of existence?"
Ryan glanced at Anson in surprise, "Yes..." There was a hint of hesitation in his words.
Anson said with a calm face, "Vasees also have brains. Many people don't believe it. In fact, Marilyn Monroe was very smart. She thought a lot about her acting career, but the environment at the time did not allow her to think. "
The smile on Ryan's lips rose, "I believe it."
After a slight pause, Ryan said honestly, "You are indeed different from what I imagined."< br>
"Friends"? "Princess Diaries"? "Spider-Man"? And fashion week shows?
To be honest, Ryan didn't think he and Anson could have any intersection, but now it seems that if you don't pay attention, prejudice may blind you.
Although Ryan clicked to the end, Anson could still hear the deep meaning in the words, "So, you have indeed imagined it?"
This ridicule directly stunned Ryan, and finally He couldn't help but give a thumbs up to Anson, "Haha, you." With this wit and eloquence, it's no wonder that Jay Leno can look at him differently, and it's no wonder that he can become the star of "The Tonight Show", "Hahaha."
The laughter can’t stop at all.
Shaking his head slightly, Ryan protested, "I'm trying to comfort you, but now it seems that someone doesn't need it at all."
Ryan thought Anson would continue to tease him back, but he didn't expect that Anson would Said, "Thank you." Ryan was stunned——
When he was serious, Anson was joking; when he was joking, Anson was serious.
This rhythm is completely out of sync and cannot be kept up with.
Ryan, "Huh?"
Anson's face was serious, "I said, thank you."
Looking at Ryan's astonished expression, Anson showed a smile in his eyes, "Tonight people Everyone is complimenting and praising, and I am so overwhelmed that I can’t tell the truth from the false. Now there is someone who is willing to calm down and listen, so thank you.”
“Ahem...” Ryan didn’t. Feeling comfortable, he coughed to hide his panic.
This made Anson laugh heartily, "Haha."
At this time, Ryan was still young and inexperienced. At first glance, he looked like a fledgling. His childhood experience in the Mickey Mouse Club could not help, but it was precisely because of this that Ryan was able to advance in his career. After completing those performances in the early stage, I really found my place.
Anson took the initiative to change the topic, "Are you also worried about the results of 'Murder by Numbers'?"
Ryan said softly, "Worried. In fact, this is also mine. The first work to be released on a large scale, I didn't even dare to look directly at myself on the big screen; but... judging from the current situation, there is no need to worry."
If nothing unexpected, "Digital. Murder" has no chance of recovery. Loss is inevitable.
Anson, "Are you worried about Sandra too?"
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Ryan's hands holding the steering wheel trembled obviously -
Fortunately, it was quiet in the night and there were no other vehicles on the street. Ryan quickly turned back to the steering wheel, with a face full of panic, "I, cough Hey, why should I worry about Sandra?"
Anson himself was stunned.
After a beat, Anson remembered the news from his past life. Ryan and Sandra fell in love while filming "Murder by Numbers" and the two dated for more than a year.
But for now, the paparazzi have not discovered this scandal, and it is still a secret.
Anson didn’t mean anything in particular, but Ryan himself had already been exposed.
A smile crept up on his brow, but Anson did not reveal it. Now it seems that Ryan and Sandra are not ready to make it public, "Because Sandra is the lead? It's like worrying about Brad, you're sure Are you worried about Sandra too?"
Ryan then realized that his fussing might have revealed something. "Oh, of course, I'm worried about Sandra. She's more stressed than Brad and I. Big. We both have nothing to lose, but Sandra is different."
Bah, bah, bah.
To explain is to cover up.
Ryan also realized that he was talking more and more. He took a deep breath and used an emergency brake to control himself, "I think no actor can be an exception."
"Tom Hanks , Tom Cruise, and Brad Pitt are all equally nervous about the release of the first movie and the release of the 100th movie. "
"Well, that's what I guessed."
The last sentence added seemed lacking in confidence, which made Anson laugh. Without breaking through Ryan's abrupt change of topic, he followed the words, "Maybe Nicolas Cage is an exception."
(End of this chapter)