~： Two hundred and thirty-one - the return of the core team

"Joker's Soul" has been listed in the overseas theater market one after another, and it has also caused a lot of controversy. This film is not as well received as "Joker", but has aroused more and more doubts.

Because there are a lot of sensitive elements in the film, such as paternity, puppy love, sexual fantasies, etc. appearing on children, for some conservative areas, these appearing in entertainment images are unacceptable.

These controversies are very powerful. In addition to the criticism from many film critics, the propaganda team of the crew also encountered protests from extreme fans for a time.

This also allows the actors who are promoting overseas to speed up the pace in various regions.

Unlike those extreme movie fans and media critics, it is relatively easy for mass movie fans to accept everything in the movie. This kind of controversial movie has always been the most curious kind of movie for young people.

After the film encountered many boycotts, the box office did not drop but rose, which was beyond the expectations of many people. It seems that the fiercer the argument, the more attention it will attract passers-by. These passers-by can't help but walk in curiously. the theater.

However, these turbulent debates did not affect Wayne, who is far away in Los Angeles. No matter how ironically criticized him by those overseas media and film critics, it would not affect him across the sea.

The time seems to be at the end of September, and "The Clown's Soul" has also passed its hottest stage. Wayne has also put his energy and preparations into new projects. The undetermined supporting roles must be determined as soon as possible, and the preparation problems must be checked at the end.

It means that he has just finished his last job, and he will immediately devote himself to the next job without stopping. This kind of work attitude can be regarded as a workaholic.

Among the famous directors in Hollywood in recent years, Wayne's film output efficiency is definitely one of the highest. The production speed of one project a year can no longer be described as a fast shooter.

The normal behind-the-scenes staff in the circle will choose a good place for vacation whenever they finish a job, and will not start a new job until they rest for a few months or a whole year.

The more important the position in the crew, the more time off will be required. Every time a new project starts preparations, the core production team is instantly under heavy pressure. This kind of pressure that exists all the time will become heavier and heavier with the deepening of the work.

Until the production of the film is completed, or after the film is released, or even after the film is down, these huge work pressures will not be released in an instant.

Most people choose to take a vacation to relax after finishing their work, especially directors and producers, who are under the heaviest pressure. This vacation generally has no time limit, and will not start the next project until they feel better. Work.

Of course, some people deal with work stress in different ways, and Hollywood's lavish parties are definitely one of the favorites of high-pressure people.

However, these are all choices for successful people. The successful people in this circle are basically not short of money, and naturally they will not feel distressed when they squander it.

Of course Wayne has a vacation plan for himself. The original plan is always to find a favorite place for a few months after filming a movie, but the fact is that in a few years, he only went to one place in Australia for vacation. .

Therefore, his image, whether in the mouths of major media, or in the collaborators or everyone around him, is a workaholic. After all, he is not short of money to become famous, and young people who are willing to work hard are too rare.

This time it was the same. When the popularity of "Joker's Soul" that was being released passed a little, Wayne immediately summoned his directorial team and let them enter the Warner Bros. Studios one after another to start the pre-shooting preparations for "Batman".

In addition to the props group, which has been busy on the studio's soundstage for several months, Lighting Supervisor Steve Wilson, Associate Director and Casting Director Schwartz Bob, Cinematographic Supervisor Robert Carlos, Set supervisor Mia Clegg, and even this time editor Dwayne Scott, joined the crew early.

The investment in this film is too large, and Warner Bros. does not want to make a mistake. The editor joins the crew to work with the crew, and can also understand the director's intention early in the morning, which is of great benefit to post-production.

In addition to Zack Snyder and Luke Simmons, who were already busy, DC Comics also attached great importance to the film and sent an executive of the company, Digg Harris, to the crew to work as a part-time producer. Helping the crew communicate things like DC Comics.

"A lot of people are now staring at your new project, and my phone has been blasted, all of them are agents with human relationships in various circles."

Warner Bros. Studios, in the office of the big studio for "Batman", the casting director Schwartz said to Wayne with a helpless face. "Especially the main supporting roles that have not yet been determined. There are many agents of famous stars who have called."

Wayne nodded casually and asked, "Who is it? We have target candidates for most of the roles, don't those people know?"

In addition to the earliest audition for the audition-style male lead in this project, after Christian Bale was confirmed, there was no large-scale audition. Basically, Tim Burton directly found Wayne's target candidate, and the other party's agent. people communicate directly.

Moreover, as early as the male lead audition period, the crew had publicly announced that all actors would not be paid too high. This made it clear that low-paid crews were less attractive to famous actors. In this commercialized circle, there were no stars. Willing to lower their value, unless it is for the prize.

"The role of the female prosecutor, Nicole Kidman is very interested, her agent Pat Kingsley called me a few times and wanted to talk to you."

Schwartz looked at his face and said. "Tim Burton also got a call from Jon Voight to get his daughter to audition for the role. Also, Demi Moore's agent called.

In addition, there are many male actors who are interested in Officer Jim Gordon, and some of them are already famous..."

Wayne understands that most of the reason why these people want to audition is not for the salary, but because of the influence of the "Joker's Soul" that is currently being released, the main purpose is for his appeal.

This in itself is a project with a production cost of hundreds of millions, and it is also the new work of Wayne, a fiery first-line director, who is born to be the focus of media attention.

As long as you participate in such a work, without the official release of the film, the name will be frequently reported by countless media, and will also be mentioned by Warner Bros. Become the target of the paparazzi.

However, for most of Wayne's roles, he has a favorite candidate, and the audition is only a walkthrough after negotiating the conditions. As long as there are no catastrophic mistakes that make him a director who feels incompetent for the role, there will be basically no substitutions. .

Moreover, these people he picked have more or less a lot of performance experience, and they are not all newcomers in the circle. Their work experience and some inherent appeal can effectively reduce the troubles encountered in shooting.

"That Demi Moore directly refused, she is not suitable at all, as for Nicole Kidman..."

Wayne reached out and scratched the stubble on his chin lightly, considering whether it would be too blunt to refuse directly, but thinking of Jon Voight's daughter, it is impossible to be unkind anyway, at least go through the motions.

"In this way, a small-scale audition is arranged, but the first person is Naomi Watts. Hasn't her agent already negotiated the salary? After the audition, immediately sign a contract with her agent."

Schwartz also felt that this was the best way to deal with it. Everyone around Wayne knew that this only female role with some weight must be reserved for Naomi Watts.

But it is impossible to ignore those favoritism calls. This is how this circle is. In order to protect everyone's face, it is best to have a small-scale audition and go through the scene, and it can also save everyone's face.

"Clang, clang, clang!"

After the door was knocked, Nina looked at the two who were talking. He walked in and whispered, "Liam Neeson and his agent are here, waiting for you in the producer's office."

"Okay, I'll go over there." Wayne nodded, stood up and walked out, and said to the audition director: "You inform the daughter of Nicole Kidman and Jon Voight, Let them audition in the studio tomorrow afternoon."

"No problem," Schwartz said.

When you leave the director's office, you can see Christian Bale who is training on the field. Compared with more than half a year ago, he has completely changed, and he has become a much smaller Schwarzenegger. .

But this is exactly the effect Wayne needs Only the talent in body shaping, coupled with the actor's self-disciplined character, are definitely the type that the director likes.

At this time, Christian Bale was doing simple kung fu training. He was trained by a black old man. Don't be surprised, this black old man is also a legend. He is Bruce-Lee's apprentice Jesse. He can also be regarded as the pioneer of the United States. Disciple, this is what Li Guohao found through his relationship.

However, Wayne is not very demanding in this regard, as long as Christian Bale can play a few times, it is not realistic to want him to learn kung fu in a few months. The movie doesn't show much about this either, it's enough to convey to the audience all the fighting skills that Bruce Wayne has.

When he passed by with Nina, he nodded to several people who were training, especially the black old man Jesse. Wayne was very interested in him and wanted to find a time to chat with him.

On the way, the assistant lady said as she walked: "Liam Neeson and his agent seem to be inclined to take on this role, and they should have heard that many people are interested in this role."

Wayne nodded. "That's the best."