v2 Chapter 916： Collapse

More than an exclusive interview, after the dialogue between the reporter named Gao Fangfang and Duke, he also went to Lucasfilm to visit. The national TV station on the other side of the Pacific also broadcast related special programs, and there are also texts on the Internet. Publicity reports on pictures and videos have aroused considerable attention from Chinese audiences.

In addition to the report submitted by Warner Greater China, Duke will also enter the Greater China Area Network to see the reactions of fans and netizens on the other side of the post work of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens".

In the living room of the Duke’s Manor, Duke, who had changed into a formal dress, sat in front of the computer, flipping through the comments on the interview report on the opposite network, while waiting for Scarlett Johansson in the dressing room to put on makeup and gowns.

Although he was going to the Skywalker Manor in Los Angeles to attend George Lucas' wedding, Duke made full use of the waiting time. After all, women make up and change dresses in hours.

Looking at the replies from fans on the other side, Duke can also grasp the dynamics of some first-line markets.

"I don't know Skywalker in my life, even calling it a hero is in vain."

Obviously, this is a standard Star Wars fan, probably because of Duke. The comments here are generally good.

"As a kid born in the 1980s who was shocked when I was a child, I must go to watch; as an uphold: movies are an important part of life, this belief, watching Star Wars is also a compulsory course; specifically, do you look good? When has K. Rosenberg disappointed!"

Duke will not belittle himself, knowing that he has a strong appeal on the other side of the Pacific.

"The domestic box office should not be bad, because there are many loyal fans born in the 70s and 80s, and there are also many followers born in the 90s and 00s. It is recommended that those who have not watched or have not watched this movie make up before watching this movie. Look at the three prequels first, and then the old three! This way, you won’t be confused when watching Star Wars VII!"

Not only Star Wars fans, but passersby are also paying attention.

"Not a Star Wars fan. I saw the old version of the trilogy a few years ago, and I feel that the shots are still good. Of course. The staff is a bit old, the rhythm is a bit slow, the plot is a bit clichéd, but I can't fault it. The story is very solid, and the special effects are much better than fifty cents. There is no wood. But in the era when few people have seen computers, R2-D2 has turned over. This Star Wars is escorted by Duke. It should be a pastime. I don’t feel like a waste of time."

There are also people who do not dwell on the previous work. ""Star Wars" represents more than just a few movies. Now the word has become a cultural symbol. Everyone knows about Star Wars. Wearing a Star Wars T-shirt, whether you have seen the original film or not, it doesn’t affect your liking. Star Wars World. So why bother about whether you can understand every detail, just have fun watching a "Star Wars."

Similarly, there are people who don’t know anything about this series, "I am weak and ask, is "Star Trek" related to "Star Wars"?"

Duke heard the familiar sound of high heels falling on the floor. Turning off the computer and looking back, Scarlett Johansson, who is dressed up, has walked over with her handbag.

Seeing Duke standing up in front of the computer, Scarlett couldn't help asking curiously, "What are you doing?"

"Nothing." He took Scarlett's hand and walked out of the villa, "Time is almost up, we must hurry."

This is George Lucas’ wedding, and Duke’s mother rushed over there to help early in the morning. With the relationship between the two families, they couldn’t arrive too late.

Wait for Duke and Scarlett to get in the car. Rolls-Royce, waiting in front of the villa, started to accelerate and drove slowly away from the Duke’s Manor.

More than half an hour later, the car drove directly into the Skywalker manor that George Lucas bought specifically for the marriage. Duke and Scarlett got off the car. Armed hands to walk to the lawn of the villa, also saw George Lucas.

First greeted the nearby mother, Duke walked over and gave George Lucas a light hug, "Congratulations, Uncle Lucas."

"Thank you." George Lucas patted Duke on the arm, waiting for Scarlett to say hello. Said, "You two do whatever you want, I won't greet you specifically."

Duke nodded, and you were welcome, and led Scarlett Johansson to his mother's side.

The wedding kicked off soon, but it was quite brief. Sitting on a lawn bench, Duke could find Scarlett Johansson next to him, staring at Maddile Hobson in the wedding dress, holding it in his arms. The hand of his arm is also tightening subconsciously.

Roughly guessing Scarlett's thoughts, Duke also thought it might be time to prepare a ring.

In any case, the relationship between the two of them is extremely stable, and they did not have any thoughts of changing this relationship, and it is natural to go further.

And Duke also glanced at Mrs. Leah on the other side. His mother didn't like Hollywood stars, but her goddaughter was definitely an exception. She also hoped that she and Scarlett could finally get together.

The chaotic life of his youth was far away from Duke, and he was not prepared to return to that state of life.

However, it is not the time yet. He has to be busy with various tasks in Star Wars. Scarlett is preparing for "Avengers 2" and always has to wait for them to finish this time.

Thinking of this, Duke's gaze fell on Maddile Hobson, like Scarlett.

Frankly speaking, like a considerable number of people present, he did not expect that George Lucas and Madile Hobson, the black-and-white love pair, would eventually enter the marriage hall.

Of course, no one thinks that Madile Hobson is not worthy of George Lucas, after all, she is also a recognized elite.

In addition to serving as the chairman of DreamWorks Animation Department, Madile Hobson is also the famous Chicago investment company Ariel. The president of Investments and the chairman of the Ariel Mutual Foundation, as well as the sponsor of ABC’s "Good Morning America" ​​column.

She also created her own investment and financial management program. Not only did her career span all major fields, but she was also particularly passionate about the film and television industry. Before dating Lucas Lucas, Madile Hobson was unmarried. It was also the first time she entered the marriage hall.

The wedding went smoothly, and there were no unimaginable plots of dog blood, and George Lucas and Madile Hobson also received the blessings of Lucas’ children.

After the wedding, it is naturally a typical Western celebration party.

Because Scarlett Johansson was taken by his mother, Mrs. Leah, to meet some friends and expand his network of contacts, Duke could only act alone. In addition to George Lucas’s relatives and friends, there are also some Medilo Hobbs. Sen's relatives and friends.

For example, Jeff Katzenberg of DreamWorks Animation Studios.

After promoting the collaboration between Warner Bros., Twentieth Century Fox and DreamWorks Animation Studios in "Kung Fu Panda", Duke once wanted to acquire some shares of DreamWorks Animation Studios. After all, the market value of the entire DreamWorks Animation Studios was only one billion US dollars , It’s not a particularly big deal.

Although he has always wanted to be a part of a large group company, Jeff Katzenberg didn’t want to sell his shares to Duke. He knew Duke’s character very well and knew that once Duke got involved in DreamWorks Animation In the affairs, one's own right to speak in them will inevitably be affected, and even DreamWorks Animation Studios will change their surname to Rosenberg in the future.

Marvel comics are a lesson from the past.

Duke didn't care much about Jeff Catzenberg's refusal to buy. It is impossible that any good things will fall on him, and it is even more unlikely that others will sell him what he wants.

A polite greeting to Jeff Katzenberg, Duke joined George Lucas’ circle of relatives and friends. The center of this circle is undoubtedly Steven Spielberg and Francis? Coppola.

These veterans in the film industry are obviously discussing something. Duke found Sophia Coppola from a group of people and asked in a low voice, "My dear, what are they discussing?"

Sophia Coppola turned her head and glanced at Duke, then said in a low voice, "Steven is talking to people about the future of Hollywood blockbusters."

Hearing what she said, Duke became interested, took a step forward, stood beside Sophia Coppola, and pricked his ears.

"Hollywood is betting every year on high-budget blockbusters that meet the interests of the public, but it is losing audiences who watch movies through the Internet and TV."

The speaker is Steven Spielberg. As the owner of a studio, he has an in-depth study of the entire industry. "This kind of Hollywood bet will burst sooner or later, leading to the entire The industry has suffered a devastating blow."

"The whole Hollywood is spending money to make blockbuster movies." Francis Coppola obviously agrees with Spielberg's view, "but this model will not work forever, as a result, their focus will become narrower and narrower. . People will abandon them, and they will become at a loss what to do and don’t know what to do.”

There was a lot of discussion around, including famous directors such as Duncan Jones and Ron Howard.

Spielberg spoke again, and the surroundings became quiet. His words were not high, but clearly audible, "The reason why this happens now is because many forms of entertainment are competing with movies for the audience's attention, and movies The studio would rather spend $250 million to make a movie than to do some small personal projects."

He sighed, "In the end, the film industry will face a massive collapse. There will be an'implosion' in this industry, and by then there will be three, four, or even five or six major production movies. Fall to the ground."

"I also agree with Steven."

Today's groom George? Lucas didn't know when he was here, and he obviously heard Spielberg's point of view, "I think the cinema industry will evolve, and it will soon become similar to Broadway."

When Lucas's voice fell, Sophia Coppola couldn't help turning her head and asking Duke, "What do you think?" (To be continued.)