Hollywood Hunter

Overall, "Following" is largely a fusion of Nolan's first feature film, "Memento," once on the timeline, with both stories about a man accidentally caught up in a homicide in search of the truth.

This phenomenon is actually quite common in the circle.

The first few films of many directors are often a collection of various ideas accumulated over the past years, and some film styles will continue to last from the beginning, throughout their careers, the most typical is Quentin, and Nolan is actually No exception.

on the big screen.

Through the continuous pursuit of the male protagonist Bill, various episodes and flashbacks began to appear in the film, and the timeline gradually became distorted and chaotic. At the same time, Bill seemed to be getting closer and closer to the truth.

At the end of the story, it is also Nolan style, and the mystery is not fully revealed.

The surface of the story is that the gang boss instructed his subordinate Cobb to kill his mistress who had evidence of his crime, and hired Bill as a scapegoat, but he was killed by Bill instead.

However, the seemingly simple results, a little combing, will find many inconsistencies in the details.

The key is Cobb.

And, why was Bill chosen, intentionally, but purely coincidentally? Cobb was dispatched to do this dirty work, but he was not implicated in the end, but the gang boss was killed by the protagonist. Why is this? Also, whether the male protagonist has a real intersection with the lost woman, or whether everything is imaginary, also becomes suspense.

It can be said that in this debut Nolan, through deliberately confusing interspersed editing, the director's later praised 'brain-burning' style is vividly displayed, so that most audiences only watch it once, and it is difficult to deduce a complete picture from it. but this is definitely not the stream-of-consciousness style of David Lynch. .

Inside the lobby of the Egyptian Theatre.

After the movie was played, the main creators took the stage and began to talk about the various behind-the-scenes scenes of the film and interact with the audience. Simon did not participate, but wrote down his opinion on the release of "Follow" on the memo handed by the girl in the audience.

After all, it is only a small film costing 3 million US dollars, and there is no place that makes people feel amazing at a glance. Therefore, "Follow" will not arrange a popular schedule. It is expected that Sundance will end, and after some publicity, it will log in in February. Cinema.

For the release of this film, since there are successful examples ahead, Simon does not need to take any detours, and directly finalized two words: brain burning.

As long as it can arouse the curiosity of the audience, the film will succeed for the most part.

After the interaction here, the premiere of "Following" ended perfectly, and Simon, Robert Redford and others moved their positions together.

At noon is an official Sundance reception, which mainly entertains the jury team of the film festival, the main creators of the shortlisted films and some other entertainment celebrities who came to Sundance.

As the main competition film, the main creators of "Follow" also came, and Simon also greeted Nolan and others face to face.

"It's a great movie, Chris, I've already told Highgate Pictures that it will be released, and I believe there will be a good movie."

"Thank you, Mr. Westeros."

"Now that "Following" has come to an end, Chris, I'm looking forward to your next work, any ideas?"

"Not yet, Mr. Westeros," Christopher Nolan always showed some modesty and restraint in Simon. He is 26 years old this year, but he is only two years younger than Simon, but in front of this legendary young tycoon, there is no A few people were able to keep calm, and after speaking, they quickly explained: "Actually, it was mainly because all my energy in the past year was spent on "Following", and I didn't have time to think about other things."

"Oh, of course it's okay, focus is a good habit."

The reception scene at the Sundance Institute headquarters.

Simon gave Nolan a few words of encouragement, and couldn't help but think of the filmmaker's follow-up arrangements.

Speaking of which, Nolan's career line will definitely change a lot this time, and it's very similar to Tim Burton.

In the original time and space, with the success of the "Batman" series, Tim Burton can be described as one of the hottest directors in Hollywood in the 1990s. This time, Burton lost the chance to direct "Batman" because Simon personally dominated the entire DC movie universe, and he was not at all interested in the style of Burton's "Batman" series.

The result is that Burton's popularity in recent years is far less than it used to be. If it wasn't for the popularity brought by last year's "Sleepy Hollow", Burton might gradually become quiet.

Besides Nolan, if the "Batman" trilogy after the new century has not made Nolan famous, the other party may not be able to get the opportunity to make "Inception" and "Interstellar".

This is the situation that Nolan will face next.

Not to mention that the dc movie universe series has been very successful. For many years to come, as long as the dc movie universe is not over, "Batman" is unlikely to be restarted, and even if it restarts, with the tone set by the dc movie universe, Nolan will not. Perfect for directing this series.

Therefore, it is actually difficult to say which step Nolan can go this time.

Simon will give each other opportunities, but not unlimited support.

Excavating Nolan, and even many other filmmakers in Simon's memory, is more out of the need to control Hollywood. The more excellent filmmakers Daenerys Entertainment trains, the more choices will be available, and the more stable the dominance will naturally be.

After a few chats with Nolan, Simon didn't snub the rest of the "Follow" crew, especially the woman who played the murdered woman in the movie.

Star, Natasha Richardson.

The actress was once known as Liam Neeson's wife, but unfortunately Hollywood history has changed. Liam Neeson, who is also a famous Hollywood playboy, is not associated with Natasha Richardson. After Schindler's List", even the "Hurricane Rescue" series, which made him popular later, was adapted by Simon and then stuffed to Jet Lee, and even Am Neeson has not only wandered around in recent years.

In addition, Natasha Richardson is actually a famous second generation in the European film circle. Her father is British New Wave director Tony Richardson, and her mother is Vanessa Ray, who has multiple Oscar nominations. Degrave, including grandfather Michael Redgrave, is also a famous British actor, once won the best actor in Cannes, and his family background is even more prominent than Gwyneth Paltrow.

With such a family background, Natasha Richardson did not lack resources at the beginning of her career, but unfortunately it has not been able to become popular. This is very similar to many second-generation Hollywood, so that she needs to work in small films such as "Follow". cameo role.

After all, whether it is the European film circle or Hollywood, in the final analysis, it is capital control. If your film can sell well, it will naturally continue the glory of the family. Otherwise, investors will not care who your son or daughter is.

"I didn't expect you to make a cameo role, Nata, may I call you that?"

"Of course, Mr. Westeros, in fact, the main thing is that I like the script very much, and my agent also thinks the story is great. Although Chris is a newcomer, his professionalism has exceeded my expectations."

"Oh, actually, I still remember that you played "Patty Hearst" back then, except for "Following", Nata, what have you been busy with recently?"

"Mainly on Broadway."

"It's really a pity, you are so good, you should come to act in the movie."

"I think so too, but unfortunately, "Following" is the only movie I auditioned for in the past year."

"In that case, Nata, if you want, I'll keep an eye out for you."

"Oh, Si...Simon, thank you so much for that."

"you are welcome."

In fact, to fight for a female character in "Follow" who died very quickly at the beginning, it was mainly Natasha Richardson's agent who found out that this was a project that Simon Westeros personally paid attention to. Richard Mori didn't expect that it could really attract the attention of Westeros.

And this time.

Feeling the man looking at her, Natasha Richardson is not a baby, her eyes swayed slightly, the goblet originally held in the right hand was quietly changed to the left, and then she raised it to her mouth and sipped lightly, her eyes Also welcome in the past.

I wonder if he noticed the blank space on his left ring finger.

She is 32 years old this year and has had a marriage, but unfortunately the result was not very good. Although there is no shortage of suitors, there is no boyfriend who has officially established a relationship. If... even if she knew that the man in front of her was a playboy, she felt that it would be a good idea to have sex with such a man.

Simon was not in a hurry to send out any invitations, mainly because he ate too much last night and needed to be restrained, but he gave the woman a knowing smile. He was about to leave to entertain other guests when he suddenly remembered something and asked, "Yes. Now, Nata, do you like skiing?"

"Of course, this is a hobby of mine since I was a child, and I take some time off every year for skiing vacations," Natasha Richardson nodded, her eyes greeted: "Simon, do you want to invite me to ski, the snow here at Sundance The field is also very good?"

"No, I mean, um, I don't know what to say?"

Natasha Richardson felt the flash of confusion in the man in front of her, and the corners of her mouth curled up: "What can't you say?"

I really don't know what to say.

In memory, Natasha Richardson died in a ski accident in 2009 at the age of 45.

Although Simon does not believe that under the influence of his big butterfly, certain things will still happen, just like the former Disney president Frank Wells, who should have also died in a ski accident in 1994, but is still alive this time. However, since I remembered it, I couldn't help but remind it.

Looking at the intellectual face in front of him, which actually fits his aesthetics very well, Simon suddenly smiled and said, "Do you know the rumors about me being a psychic?"

Natasha Richardson turned her head slightly and looked at the man in front of her: "I know, Simon, heh, I think this must be a joke, very interesting."

"Actually not," Simon suddenly restrained himself and said solemnly, "If you are willing to believe it, then, starting today, stop skiing."

Natasha is still puzzled: "Why?"

"Because you could die on the ski slopes."

"..."

Simon also knew that the answer was too straightforward. He held a glass of champagne and spread his hand slightly, made a believe it or not gesture, and said no more, turned and left.

"Hey Simon, what were you talking about with Natasha just now?"

"Bob, are you familiar with her?"

"That's not true. It's actually Natasha's mother, Vanessa Redgrave. I watched her "Peerless Beauty" many times."

"Actually, I prefer "Zoom"."

"Oh, of course, that's a great movie too, with Jane Platinum in it," Robert Redford said, introducing a man in his thirties beside him: "Simon, this is Peter Berg, the screenwriter of the "Bad Stuff" script that everyone is talking about recently, by the way, he is also in the role

Stallone's "Police Empire" last year, if you have an impression? "

"certainly."

Simon said, stretched out his hand and shook it.

Peter Berg, obviously, was also a Jew.

This is a natural advantage.

In addition, Simon also knows more information about the other party. In the original timeline, the Hollywood filmmaker has directed films such as "Total Superman Hancock" and "Super Battleship". As for "Bad Stuff", Simon also has an impression.

The former Roger Ebert called "Bad Stuff" the worst movie of the year.

Color is visible.

Coincidentally, this story is also about a group of friends who went to Las Vegas to hold a pre-wedding bachelorette party and ended up in a mess. Later, some people thought that "Bad Stuff" was the inspiration for "The Hangover", which is impossible. According to research, it is a later "A Night in Silence" starring Scarlett Johansson, which is more similar to "Bad Things".

Both are bachelor party themes.

"Bad Stuff" kills a call girl, and "One Night" kills a stripper.

Then all kinds of mess.

In fact, as a very famous tradition in the West, the subject of pre-wedding parties is actually very common, so it is impossible to say who imitates who.

The difference is only success or failure.

The success of "The Hangover" is a miracle. The fact that "Bad Stuff" can be rated as the worst movie by the judges at the end of the year is also a kind of "strength". Because of the worse movies, many media disdain to evaluate them at all.

Back to "Bad Stuff".

The story follows a group of long-time friends who head to Las Vegas for a bachelorette party for their soon-to-be-married Kyle, only to have too much fun, leading to the death of a call girl. It was originally just an accident, but because of various scruples, the brothers decided to hide it, dismembered the body of the call girl, and buried it in the desert.

Immediately back to Los Angeles, began to prepare for the wedding.

It's just that this incident can't be regarded as not happening at all, so the brothers collapsed one after another, triggering a series of mutual suspicions and even murders, and finally almost the entire army was wiped out.

Also, in the original "Bad Stuff", the male and female protagonists were Jon Favreau and Cameron Diaz.

In short, because the style of the film is too mixed, comedy is not like comedy, crime is not crime, and black has not been able to black out, the result is neither embarrassing nor embarrassing, and it becomes a failure.

Now the question is very interesting.

Once again, the saying that a movie is a gamble, no one can know whether a movie is good or bad until it is actually made into a movie.

Peter Berg has been in Hollywood for many years. After participating in "Police Empire" last year, his career improved slightly, so he took out a script that he had prepared for a long time, that is, "Bad Stuff", and signed up for the director training of Sundance Institute. , intends to move from actor to director.

Compared with the worst reviews of the year in history, as a paper story, "Bad Stuff" has received a lot of praise, and the script spread quickly at the beginning of the year, and even became some kind of existence at the Hollywood script blacklist level. It's so sought after, and studios are vying for it, even Daenerys Entertainment.

Simon didn't actually interfere too much with this, but when he chatted with Redford in the morning, Redford took the initiative to bring Peter Berg to Simon at noon.

Compared with Nolan's modesty just now, probably because he has been sought after by too many people recently, Peter Berg seemed quite confident and calm, and after greeting Simon, he was able to talk eloquently: "Mr. Westeros, first of all, I It must be stated that for the script of "Bad Stuff", I hope to direct the film myself, and if Daenerys Entertainment can't accept it, I can only say sorry."