Cao Kun flipped directly to the box office data section, took a look, and laughed.
Saw III topped the daily box office with $10.88 million.
Dead Silence ranked fifth with $4.82 million.
Needless to say, "Saw III" recouped its costs in a single day.
For a low-budget horror film like "Dead Silence," with a production cost of only 20 million yuan, the opening day box office performance is not too bad.
However, Cao Kun found the reviews for this film to be quite negative.
The most common phrases people use to describe the film are "scaring for the sake of scaring," "unoriginal plot," "lacking depth," and "terrible ending."
The most vicious comment was, "This is a Frankenstein's monster of knock-offs of various famous works."
Cao Kun didn't expect "Dead Silence" to receive such poor reviews in the US.
in the country, this movie actually received decent reviews and is considered a classic by many horror fans.
Unfortunately, horror movies cannot be shown in the country.
"Look at your smile, you've made a fortune again, haven't you?" Angelina said with her full lips, stained with milk, after taking a sip of milk.
Vinona: "You should be happy. If he makes a mistake, we'll be worried."
Angelina nodded: "That's true. Let me see how much you've earned."
Cao Kun pushed the newspaper towards her, and Angelina glanced at it: "Over ten million in a single day, another blockbuster. However, it probably won't surpass the first two films."
That's for sure, no need to say more.
Unless, he takes the jigsaw out for another spin.
But that guy's body was already rotten.
"Hmm? It's not impossible."
"I can use the power of dreams to create another Jigsaw."
Cao Kun thought about it and realized that this method seemed to be feasible.
However, he needs to plan carefully.
Cao Kun looked at Wei Nuona: "You've taken on 'Ocean's Eleven'?"
Viona: "I accept. Filming will start next year."
Angelina asked, "When next year?"
Viona: "Maybe in March."
Angelina said happily, "That's perfect. Filming for Tomb Raider will start next March, so you won't be able to bother us."
Vinona: "It's not like I don't have weekends."
Angelina: "I'll take Cao out to have some fun this weekend, so you won't be able to find me."
Vinona: "If you're not afraid of it being rotten, then so be it."
Angelina suddenly felt a little scared as she thought of something: "I'll find some helpers locally, so Cao can have a taste of something new."
Vinona pointed her finger at Angelina's dotted point: "Listen to what you've become."
Angelina: "As long as you're happy."
Cao Kun shook his head speechlessly, but Angelina's suggestion did indeed tempt him.
Two days later, Sofia called, full of doubt, and asked, "How come 'Dead Silence' is so similar to my family's situation? Could it be adapted from my family's story?"
Cao Kun thought to himself, "It's your family's situation, based on 'Dead Silence'."
However, no one would believe such a thing if you told them.
Cao Kun: "James Wan probably heard it from other people and then adapted it."
Sophia sighed and said, "Alas, too many people know about this; a secret can't be kept forever."
Thankfully, the explosion at the cemetery in the background wasn't captured in the shot, otherwise far too many people would have known it was my family's property.
Cao Kun: "I'm hanging up now, nothing else."
Sofia: "I'm planning a night out this weekend, are you coming?"
Cao Kun: Let me check the time.
After hanging up the phone, Cao Kun continued planning the vertical saw project.
This is something he definitely needs to do in person.
Moreover, it can't be placed in Los Angeles, otherwise it would be too deliberate.
He can't travel by plane, as it would expose his connection to Jigsaw.
But none of this mattered to him.
However, there's no need to rush this matter, as Saw III is currently performing well at the box office.
The next day, November 3rd, evening.
The premiere of "Charlie's Angels" is currently underway.
This film, which brings together two Oscar-winning actors, an Eastern female action star, and renowned producer Cao Kun, and is adapted from a well-known TV series, garnered a lot of attention from the very beginning of its announcement.
The premiere was now a star-studded affair.
Guests invited by Columbia Pictures and guests invited by the main actors all made an appearance.
When Angelina Jolie and Winona appeared on the red carpet, each on one side of Cao Kun, with Li Ruotong by their side, the media present frantically pressed their shutters.
It seems they wanted to use a flash to blind these two scoundrels.
Of course, Cao Kun was probably their primary assassination target.
"Damn, this kid is really lucky with women."
A paparazzi spoke for many people.
In the theater.
Steven Sommers walked over and shook hands with Cao Kun: "Congratulations, 'Saw III' is a huge hit again. There are also high expectations for 'Charlie's Angels,' and I heard the pre-sale box office is very good."
Cao Kun nodded slightly and asked, "How's 'The Mummy 2' coming along?"
Steve: "The script is finished, and we're looking for actors and filming locations."
Filming is expected to begin between early and mid-next year.
Is this time okay?
Cao Kun had told him last time that next year would be the best time.
Steven was quite obedient.
"No problem," Cao Kun readily agreed.
At that time, he was probably filming Tomb Raider, and it's uncertain whether he could keep track of their situation.
However, if something really happens, they will definitely look for him, and he can simply ask for leave to go there.
More acquaintances came in.
Even Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman were there this time.
However, they came separately.
He walked the red carpet alone, with several people between him.
Cao Kun thought of the recent news about them, saying that they had already finalized their divorce.
I don't know if it's true or false.
Sure enough, Nicole Kidman arrived shortly after, and her first words were: "Damn, I'm divorced."
Cao Kun's face darkened: "So what?"
Nicole Kidman: "There's no 'so,' I'm just letting you know."
Before Cao Kun could say anything, Angelina, who was standing next to him, suddenly brightened up: "Nicole, I have something important I want to talk to you about."
With that, she pulled Nicole Kidman aside and began to discuss things in hushed tones.
Cao Kun knew perfectly well what Angelina wanted to say to Nicole.
He couldn't help but look to the other side, at Tom Cruz, who was chatting with someone, and wondered, is this really a good idea?
Splash...
After the movie ended, thunderous applause erupted.
For professional filmmakers, this movie is just average.
But it's definitely a decent popcorn movie.
The three leading ladies' good looks and the exciting action scenes alone are worth the ticket price.
Whether it will be profitable remains to be seen and will be determined by the market.
The film cost $100 million to produce and $50 million to market.
The box office needs to reach 300 million to break even.
It has to be said that this is a considerable amount of pressure.
Therefore, Colombia attaches great importance to this.
The next morning, Cao Kun, Li Ruotong, Weinona, and Angelina huddled together to watch the day's Hollywood Reporter.
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