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Chapter 323 Thirty Years in Hedong...
🕑 Added 2025-05-05 15:15:57 +0000 UTC"The director of Fate?"
There are very few Japanese who have made it in Hollywood, so when his agent said this, Johnson reacted immediately.
"Yes."
Johnson's agent nodded vigorously.
"I remember he was the producer of Iron Man, right? It's not surprising that he's here."
"So, this is what I want to say next." The agent said mysteriously, "I also saw the costumes and props you will need for the audition later, a set of Greek-style armor and a dagger."
"Real?!"
Johnson's eyes lit up immediately. If it was just an ancient character, it would be nothing, but when this name was linked with Kiryu Nanaya, it would trigger a wonderful chemical reaction.
"I remember that the filming of Fate has already been completed, right?"
Johnson's voice trembled slightly when he said this, and it was obvious that he was suppressing his inner excitement.
Compared to the uncertain future of "Iron Man", playing a role in the already popular Fate is obviously more in line with Johnson's expectations.
In fact, not many people in the circle are optimistic about "Iron Man".
The reason why Marvel can now smoothly advance the progress of "Iron Man" is not only because of the new financial sponsor Washimine, but also because the well-known director Nanaya Kiryu serves as producer.
Relying on this name, Marvel managed to trick quite a few actors and practitioners into joining the "Iron Man" project.
Johnson heard that before Nanaya Kiryu took on the role of producer, Marvel couldn't even find a screenwriter, so no screenwriter dared to take the job.
This is also a common problem in Hollywood - it only pursues successful people.
But in the final analysis, compared to a godson like Iron Man, a biological son like Fate will definitely receive more attention from Nanaya Kiryu.
If given a choice, Johnson believes that most of the "Iron Man" crew members would abandon their own projects and join Fate.
"Isn't it decided that the second half of the Fate movie will be released in early May this year? Maybe it's a brand new project of Director Kiryu?"
Johnson said in a self-comforting tone.
"Such a hit will surely not only sell one copy, right?" The agent saw it more clearly. "It's not a movie adapted from a real event like Titanic. How can such a fictional story not be serialized?"
"Yeah, it's like the Star Wars series." Johnson nodded.
"That's right. You must perform well later. You know how popular Fate is right now, don't you?"
The agent said with great joy: "Think about Mark Ruffalo. He only played a supporting role in the film, but now he has been offered many film contracts. You should know that before this, he was a small supporting actor."
Uncle Mark has become the representative of ruthless characters in Hollywood thanks to the role of Uncle B.
Even though the Hercules played by Uncle Mark is just a motion capture character, it still can't stop the enthusiasm of fans.
This is what makes everyone yearn for big-budget commercial movies, not only because of the extremely high pay but also because it can quickly increase the popularity of the actors.
"Dwayne, I've always believed that you can become a big star, it's just that you're unlucky." The agent patted his client on the shoulder and encouraged him, "We were unlucky when we made The Scorpion King. You must seize the opportunity this time!"
"I see."
Johnson nodded carefully.
At this time, the makeup artist came in with costumes and props.
"Well, it looks like you don't need to touch up your makeup." The makeup artist was very satisfied. "Come on, put on this dress."
With the help of a makeup artist, Johnson put on this ancient Greek armor.
Because his muscles are too big and the audition clothes are not custom-made, Johnson feels that the clothes are very tight.
"A bit breathless."
"Just make do with it. If you get the role, I'll definitely make a costume specifically for you."
The makeup artist said with a smile, he also thought that Johnson looked a little funny with his whole body being tied up.
"Thank you for your good words."
Johnson gave a friendly smile. Obviously, a man with his body shape would look scary when he smiled, but the makeup artist felt a sense of intimacy instead.
"Come on. Here are your props."
The makeup artist handed over a dagger.
Johnson took the dagger and examined it carefully. He had no knowledge of history and did not know which legend this simple-looking dagger came from.
It is also possible that the crew just picked up an ancient-style dagger. After all, it was just an audition and not a formal filming.
"What do you think of me?"
Johnson struck a pose wielding a dagger.
"Very handsome, just like a majestic general."
The agent gave a thumbs-up.
"Then I'll go."
Johnson felt like a student about to take an exam, and couldn't help feeling a little nervous.
Johnson didn't feel this way when he auditioned for The Scorpion King.
[How long has it been since I was this nervous? I think it was during my first wrestling match.]
"Dwayne."
The agent reminded Johnson when he opened the door: "Don't ask questions that you shouldn't ask! Just do whatever they say."
Although people are naturally curious, everything should be done in moderation.
It would be a huge loss if you lost your role because of your talkativeness.
"I know, this isn't my first audition. Just wait and see how I perform."
Johnson winked at his agent.
In the audition room, Nanaya took advantage of the break between auditions to discuss matters related to the MCU with Kevin Feige.
"So, Universal still won't let go?"
The news given by Feige made Nanaya feel not very good.
After the "Iron Man" project was on track, Nanaya and Marvel began the early planning for the second project "The Incredible Hulk".
The reason for starting "The Incredible Hulk" is also a helpless move, because the copyright of the character has not yet officially returned to Marvel.
Even if Marvel wanted to film it, there was nothing they could do.
As for an 18th-tier hero series like "Guardians of the Galaxy", even Nanaya would not choose to start the project before the Marvel brand is established.
In the end, Marvel chose the character of Hulk after much deliberation, just like the original world.
The reasons are very simple. One is that the character of Hulk is very popular. The other is that Hulk's personal movie just experienced a failure in 2003, which will make it easier for Universal, the copyright owner, to negotiate.
In fact, not only Hulk, but also X-Men and Spider-Man, the popular characters in Marvel comics, Marvel has also applied to the copyright holder, hoping to borrow the IP to shoot movies.
But without exception, these requests were rejected.
It’s normal to think about it. After all, when your store is doing well, if someone proposes to borrow your best-selling products to open a branch, most people will choose to refuse.
There is no need to talk about Sony.
Columbia currently has only a few film series that it can show off. How could it possibly give up Spider-Man, its most successful series?
However, Sony still gave up on the copyright of Thor, because the "Thor" project could not be continued after it came into Sony's hands.
In Sony's eyes, using this useless project to extract some cash flow from Marvel is not a loss.
Compared to Sony, which communicates well, Fox is going too far here.
It is said that Marvel's past lobbyists were severely ridiculed by them, and they even brazenly stated that if "Iron Man" failed, they were willing to spend $1 to buy all the remaining character copyrights in Marvel's hands.
"Anyway, by then, your company's roles will be gone even if you give them to others."
Feige was using a vivid expression to show Nanaya the face of the Fox executive.
"Anyway, that Japanese guy named Kiryu won't be able to be so proud for long. Next year, his ridiculous movie will be crushed by X-Men!"
After Feige finished saying this with a very arrogant expression, his face immediately turned serious.
"That's what the guy said."
"Fuck you, you old fox. Do you think I'm easy to bully?"
Nanaya slammed his fist on the table hard.
If it wasn’t the wrong occasion, Nanaya would really like to say “Thirty years in the east, thirty years in the west, don’t look down on the young and poor.”
"There's nothing we can do. Those petty people still hold a grudge against the Fantastic Four. They think that without your fate, the movie would have been a success."
"Success is his mother! That kind of rubbish movie..."
Nanaya shut his mouth awkwardly in the middle of cursing.
Because he remembered that if he hadn't interfered, "Fantastic Four" would have been a success.
Otherwise, how did "Fantastic Four 2" come about in the previous life? It was because they saw that this project made money.
"Old fox, remember this." Nanaya gritted his teeth and said, "Don't let me find the opportunity..."
Nanaya remembered very clearly that the Murdoch family sold its film industry due to various problems a few years later.
If there is a chance at that time, Nanaya plans to persuade Shion to buy Fox, and then send all those executives to clean toilets.
In this way, not only will Washimine Entertainment become more powerful, but Marvel will also be able to obtain the copyright of the X-Men characters and vent its anger.
This is absolutely a matter of great benefit with no harm at all.
As for what those Fox executives think, who cares?
When they annoyed the time travelers, their fate was already determined.
The last male idol who went against Nanaya is still paying off his debts by pole dancing for rich women in nightclubs.
"It's decided. Let's set a small goal for ourselves first!" Nanaya clapped his hands and said, "Let's buy Fox! Wahahahaha!"
Nanaya's crazy behavior scared the assistant who was in charge of taking notes.
"That...Producer Feige?"
Kevin Feige had long been accustomed to Nanaya's intermittent brain nerve short circuit style, and he said to his assistant: "Please invite the next audition actor in. When the person comes in, Director Kiryu will return to normal."
