Hollywood Hunter

Roland Emery's "Stargate", another translation, is also called "Stargate".

On the original timeline, the "Cosmic Adventure" released in 1994, not only achieved a very good box office, but also like Paramount’s "Star Trek", with the main idea of ​​the "Star Gate" in the film, forming a The ever-growing series of science fiction movies and TV series has produced more than ten seasons of related TV series and a large number of sequel movies.

Simon once watched the original "Space Monster" and some "Stargate" series TV series. According to his personal standards, the story of "Space Monster" is not excellent. The key is to apply the concept of wormhole to the film. Very novel.

As a sci-fi action movie, the original action movie is also very rough, and it is really terrible compared with Hollywood's later action blockbuster.

Simon made Michael Bay the director this time, also to make up for some of the original flaws.

Michael Bay is good at "booming-banging-banging banging -", in terms of the standard of popcorn movies, it is actually very pleasing.The subsequent complete collapse of the "Transformers" series is mainly due to the plot, and in the final analysis is probably due to Michael Bay himself's tired of repeatedly directing a series. Paramount lacks the courage to change the director, which is one of the reasons.

"Regarding the shaping of the character, Lieutenant Colonel O'Neill is a tough and tough soldier. This is no problem, and Dr. Jackson's settings are a little vague." In the office, Simon remembered the performance of James Spade in his memory. And the thin portrayal of Dr. Jackson in the script, said: "As a more important actor than Lieutenant Colonel O'Neill, I hope his character can be more distinct. You can refer to "Jurassic Park" in this point. The performances of Sam Neal and Jeff Goldbrunn."

Although it is a standard commercial film, in "Jurassic Park", Sam Neal and Jeff Goblen have successfully portrayed two completely different personality scholar images.One is gentle and rigorous, the other is unruly.

By comparison, James Spade in "The Universe" is not so much a doctor of archaeology and linguistics as it is a poor middle school teacher who actually gives people a "sex, lies and videotape" The feeling of a downcast youth.

After all, James Spade is more suitable for acting in literary and artistic films.

Roland Emmerich apparently considered this question, and said, "So, Simon, how do you feel about having Jeff appear in Dr. Jackson?"

Simon immediately understood Emery's meaning, his expression a little strange, and said, "Do you plan to copy Dr. Malcolm?"

Roland Emmerich nodded, but shook his head again, saying: "Of course there will be some changes."

If Jeff Goldbrunn is used in this "Space Monster", then the next "Independence Day" will be a bit troublesome.

Levinson in "Independence Day" copied the Malcolm in "Jurassic Park" to a great extent. The same unruly and equally talented, perhaps, also somewhat dismal.

Shaking his head, Simon denied Emmerich’s thoughts and said: “In this case, the emotional line of the script needs to be adjusted a lot, and Jeff is too old. Moreover, copy a'Dr. Malcolm', It’s okay to do this. Jurassic Park is still in theaters. Even next year, the audience should be more sensitive about it. I think that Jackson can become a Ph.D. since he is very young 'S nerd personality is a little simple and wooden, but it's erudite enough."

Michael Bay, who listened carefully most of the time as an apprentice, said: "Simon, two male protagonists, one serious and one dull, the film will definitely look dull when filmed. According to the traditional brother movie model, the two protagonists The character should need to show an obvious contrast."

Simon heard this and nodded, "This is indeed a problem,

With that said, noticing that both of them had thought expressions, Simon looked at the time and said, "Forget it, you will discuss this matter in private again, come up with a revised opinion, and then we will make an appointment. ."

The two agreed, and everyone discussed some details about the setting. Roland Emmerich and Michael Bay got up and said goodbye.

After sending the two away, Simon also rushed to another meeting room in the office building.

There are already a lot of people waiting for him here, including Robert Rem, who is now president of Paramount Pictures after a few twists and turns.

Others are mainly the creators of the "Mission Impossible" series.

In addition to the long-established "Mission Impossible" series actor Nicholas Cage, the project has already started cast selection since the second half of last year.

The original version of "Mission Impossible", at least in the first few episodes, is entirely based on Tom Cruise. Although the film has a good team prototype at the beginning, but with Tom Cruise's strong personality, he does not Allowing anyone to compete for their own light in a movie is also due to considerations such as pay, and does not allow stars similar to Cruz's.

It wasn't until later that Liang Tang's appeal to the audience was not so strong, the "Mission Impossible" series paid more attention to other team members, and successively introduced'Eagle Eye' Jeremy Rainer and'Superman' Henry Cavill, Used to enhance the box office appeal of the film.

This time, frankly, Nicholas Cage still lacks a lot of box office appeal than Tom Hanks. Therefore, Simon intends to adopt a relatively cunning team model from the beginning.

Of course, in order to consider the sequel pay, the team members will not be completely fixed, but the computer master Luther played by Wen Reems and Benjamin, like Simon Peggy, who can add laughter to the auxiliary clown, will Fixed from the beginning.

Taking into account the freshness factor, the heroine needs to be replaced.

This also gives the project a lot of room for operation.

In the original version, because of Tom Cruise’s various principles, the heroine is basically not a first-line, absolutely can not suppress the radiance of the hero, and the height can not be too high, these'taboo', of course, Cage does not need.

Therefore, compared to the first edition of the original version of Emmanuel Bea, who has a low reputation in North America, Daenerys Entertainment intends to launch a first-line actress this time.

As of now, except for Nicolas Cage, the director has already decided that because the original version of Brian de Palma is going to shoot "The Dawn of the Lovers", Simon also feels that the other party is not suitable.

After several searches, the Australian director Philip Noyce, who has just directed "Midnight Bell", succeeded in obtaining the guide. The Australian director has directed Harrison Ford's "Patriot Game" and "Burning" on the original timeline. Eyebrow Pursuit" and Angelina Jolie's "Agent Schott".

The box office hit "Midnight Bell" also proves that the personal film produced since childhood was a versatile director similar to George Miller's film, enough to support this project.

The roles of hacker master Luther and colleague Benjamin have also been determined.

Luther is still played by the original version of Reims. Simon and Reims have collaborated in "Pulp Fiction". Simon is well aware of the outstanding performance skills of this black actor.

Simon Peggy is still an unknown pawn, so Benjamin's role can only be replaced, and finally chose Dana Carvey, who partnered with Mike Myers in "Fighting Stars", although the actor's comedic talent is not as good Mike Myers, but it appears to be just right in a commercial production like Mission Impossible.

The Franz played by Jean Reno in the original version was basically cut off this time.

As a European movie star, Jean Renault will not always be a supporting role in a Hollywood movie project. The original version uses Jean Renault and Emmanuel Bea. In addition to being cheap, it should also consider Europe. For the sake of the market.

Simon is not worried about this.

Hollywood movies already have a sufficiently strong output attribute, and do not need to deliberately enable local actors to gain market favor.Even, sometimes it is forced to say so, but it will make the movie look nonsensical.

The heroine is still in the final discussion stage.

Both Paramount and the creative team are more inclined to Famique Jensen, the "Wonder Woman", as the heroine of the first part.

Famique Jensen's performance in the first "Wonder Woman" in the summer file last year really impressed the audience and confirmed the image of her first-line actress and action big man for the first time.

Simon hesitated.

Originally on the timeline, "Eagle Eye" and "Super" joined "Mission Impossible" one after another, because on the one hand, Eagle Eye was not the core in the Marvel movie universe series, on the other hand, the ups and downs of the DC movie universe The twists and turns made it impossible for Warner to restrict Henry Cavill from choosing another action movie.

The current DC movie universe is different.

For Daenerys Entertainment, the DC movie universe must be a priority.Simon will never allow DC movie universe actors to appear in other movies in roles similar to their own superheroes, thus consuming the popularity of the DC movie universe.

In recent years, the female in the DC movie universe, "Catwoman" Valerie Galino, has developed very well outside the superhero series, but the corresponding characters, such as Xiaojia Biyu in "Peach Trade" last year, and " The sexy and hot catwoman setting in the Batman series is completely two concepts.

In this "Mission Impossible", Simon hopes that the heroine has enough personality, not just a vase. Simon doesn’t even worry that she will suppress the leading edge of the actor Nicolas Cage. It’s easier for the hero and heroine to sparkle. Excite the audience.

If Famique Jensen is used, the actress who has just become famous with "Wonder Woman" will play a "beating woman" in an action film, and the character will inevitably be directed to Diana Pring Sim closes, which Simon absolutely does not want to see.

In the conference room, everyone discussed the preparations for "Mission Impossible" for more than half an hour, and finally it was inevitable to talk about the heroine.

Simon didn't hesitate anymore. He didn't want this matter to be too muddy. He directly denied: "Famique, let's talk about other people. Well, don't even think about Valerie, I don't want to appear in the film. The second catwoman. In addition, you can casually contact other first-line actresses. Of course, I want to remind everyone that you only have one month."

According to the plan, "Mission Impossible" is expected to be turned on in late February. If there is no accident, the shooting will be completed in a later period of six to seven months. It will be completed in late September at the latest, and the schedule will be directly locked at the end of the year.

If you can’t find the heroine when you start shooting next month, you can only shoot and find things. This kind of thing is very common in Hollywood, and the first heroine’s scene is not too much.

For action movies, of course, it is more appropriate for action actresses.Not only the character image, but also the shooting experience. Actresses who have participated in action movies are definitely more suitable than actresses who have not participated in similar movies.

Simon directly passed the team's favorite Famique Jensen and Valerie Gallino. Everyone was a little depressed, but the work continued.

Robert Rem said: "So, Simon, do you think Miss Nicole Kidman is okay?"

Simon smiled and shook his head: "Nico has no schedule."

Next summer's "Batman: The Dark Knight" will start shooting in the first half of this year.

Nicole Kidman is a well-established poison ivy actress. With a girlish temperament, it is indeed more suitable for "Mission Impossible".

Rem didn't give up immediately, saying: "I know, but it should be fine to adjust."

Simon once again dismissed Reim's idea: "I hope Nicole can concentrate on the modeling of Poison Ivy."

Ok.

Everyone looked at each other.

In recent years, the Hollywood blockbuster has just risen, and there are not many actresses suitable for action movies.

Simon gave PASS a few actors who are more optimistic about the team, but he couldn't find a more suitable candidate for a while.

For the time being, skip this topic, and everyone will start discussing others.

It's so busy at noon, lunch is still a working meal, as usual with a female assistant, in addition to Amy Pascal and Danny Morris, the head of New World Pictures.

In the restaurant, briefly discussed with Amy the progress of the company's financial audit work for Daenerys Entertainment in 1992. Simon turned to Danny Morris and asked about some of the projects that New World Pictures has recently paid more attention to.

There are mainly three scripts.

A vulgar comedy called "Detective Aircraft Head".

On the original timeline, "Detective Aircraft Head" was released earlier than "Dumb and Agua", and it was Kim Carey's famous work.

The other two scripts, one is called "The Haunted Morgue in the Mortuary", and the other is called "Soul".

Just listen to the name and know that these are two horror movies.

In the original timeline, "Haunted Mortuary in the Mortuary" and "Soul" were filmed after the new millennium. However, both stories were changed based on real events in the United States, such as "Soul", originally produced in 2013. Before this project has been fully prepared for 20 years."The Haunted Mortuary in the Mortuary" is also a real story written on American newspaper news more than ten years ago.