"What's the situation in China?"
"Except for the occasional promotional news for Skull and Bones, the promotion of other movies in China is terrible. Arrival, which was originally scheduled to hit Andorra in September, is doing even worse in China. No matter how much money Paimon invests or how many methods it uses, the promotion of Arrival in China still can't make any waves. It's not even in the top five on the China Film Network. At the same time, the attendance rate is very unsatisfactory."
"What, there is such a situation?"
"Yes, today Hollywood movies generally perform poorly. When they come to China, their performance is not like before when we wreaked havoc on the Chinese film industry. Instead, it's like..."
"Like what?"
"Huaxia Film and Wolverine are attacking us from both sides!"
“…”
Columbia Corporation.
When Wilson took the report prepared by Allen and looked at it carefully, he suddenly had an extremely absurd feeling.
There are three rows of data on the report, one row is popularity data, another row is attendance data, and the third row is influence data!
The top three in these three data are "Batman", "Wolverine", and "Superman", and the fourth is "Skeletal", and as for the fifth, it is just "Arrival". This is not the most outrageous thing. The most outrageous thing is that the data of the top three are not far apart, but the fourth-ranked "Skeletal" is a world apart from the third-ranked "Superman", and the fifth-ranked "Arrival" is almost the same as some low-cost science fiction films. The data is so pitiful that Wilson suspects that this movie was not shot by Jackson Jr.
After reading these data, Wilson widened his eyes in disbelief.
It's worse than seeing a ghost!
This report is exactly the same as the previous scenes of low-budget Chinese films entering Hollywood.
This is exactly the opposite.
Although "Arrival" and "Skull and Bones" are not Columbia's films, Wilson still felt a burning sensation on his face.
"What's the reason?" Although Wilson had already guessed it, he still looked at Allen and asked.
"Lu Yuan's influence in Hollywood may not be as great as other superstars, but his influence in China is extremely crazy, and 'Remote' released three movies at once. I used to find it strange that there are idiots in the world who would compete with their own movies, but now I understand. They are completely focusing on their own movies... We in Hollywood are attacking Lu Yuan's movies, and in China, Lu Yuan is also attacking our movies!" After saying this, Allen looked out the window with great solemnity, and added, "Although Chinese movies in August were ravaged by Hollywood, that was because he was not involved..."
"China..." Wilson closed his eyes.
The silly look of Lu Yuan emerged in his mind. When he thought of this, he remembered the movie "America in 1900". Then, all kinds of feelings surged into his heart at the same time, and finally turned into a bitter feeling.
Lu Yuan, the opponent!
It's so scary.
"Arrival in China failed, but I think Paimon will seize the resources in Hollywood. I heard that Paimon is preparing to hold a large-scale program event in Hollywood to promote Arrival, and is also preparing to use various media resources to increase the popularity of the film. They will definitely find a way to increase the popularity of the film internationally... After all, the two movies Batman and Superman are also very popular in the United States..."
Alan suddenly stopped halfway through his speech.
For some reason, at this moment, the sense of absurdity in his heart was so strong that he even felt ridiculous.
Why does he have a feeling that Chinese films are invading Hollywood?
how……
Are these also the other way around?
"I just saw a message..." Wilson's phone vibrated, and when he took out his phone and saw a message, his expression changed drastically!
"What news?"
"McVis is here to join in the fun..."
“…”
…
"I just watched the movie Batman, it was very enjoyable. At the same time, I also watched Superman. If you ask me to make a prediction, I don't know about it in China, but in the United States, I think Batman can make over $200 million at the box office!"
"This movie is very profound and contains many foreshadowings. There are many stories to be explored in these foreshadowings. I personally think that this Batman may become one of the most popular superhero movies in American history..."
"Compared with King Kong? Well, although Director Andor has joined 'Remote' and also filmed 'Wolverine', but, if you really let me say, I think 'Batman' will surpass 'Wolverine'! As for whether it can surpass 'Wolverine', I don't know... After all, I haven't seen 'Wolverine' yet..."
"Other movies? 'King Kong', 'Arrival'? Sorry, I only recommend 'Batman' and 'Superman'. I haven't seen the others..."
“…”
“…”
In the video, the world's number one pop dance king and pop superstar smiled and promoted "Batman" like a loyal fan when facing the reporter's interview. He talked about the plot, including the framework structure, and even showed off the comic book he just bought.
Just like a "brainless fan".
The reporters couldn't believe it!
They never dreamed that Maxvis would appear in the cinema, and what they didn't expect was that Maxvis didn't dodge or show disgust in front of the camera like before, but...
Like a different person.
This wave of interviews itself is a huge hit!
In terms of influence in the American and even global pop circles, there is really no one who can compare to Michael Weiss.
Are you talking about Lu Yuan?
Lu Yuan may have a lot of fans across categories, and he is unrivaled in the piano world, but in the pop circle, Lu Yuan really cannot compare to Michael Weiss. But at least for now, Lu Yuan is still a little behind.
after all……
McVis has influenced the memories of a generation, and some things have been deeply imprinted in people's hearts, but Lu Yuan has been in the industry for less than three years, has only released one album, and has not even held a formal concert.
Although the influence in all aspects is increasing dramatically every day, it really takes time!
Mcvis recommends this meal...
What does this mean?
Represents...
"Batman" is about to explode in popularity!
Going crazy!
…
Paimon Corporation.
When Andrew, the helmsman, saw the video, he subconsciously touched his bald head and looked at the "Advent" promotional plan in the United States that Jackson Jr. had just submitted.
In this project, there are many Hollywood superstars helping to promote it!
This could have created a lot of hype, and he even thought that as long as the title came out, the hype would explode.
but……
Now he just felt irritated!
The situation of "Arrival" in China is very bad, and according to his investigation, he found that no matter what kind of publicity means China uses at this moment, it cannot cover up the fact that the three "Long-Range" movies have stood out from the siege, and from the perspective of the movies themselves, whether it is "Batman", "Superman", or "Wolverine", they can compete with "Arrival"!
With the same resources and popularity, several movies can compete with each other, but if the popularity is completely one-sided, then...
How to spell?
After an emergency meeting, Paimon Company decided to hype up the situation in the United States first...
At least!
To suppress the influence of these three movies in the United States, right?
After all, here in the United States, the three movies also had a huge impact!
But……
When such news came out, Andrew suddenly realized that the publicity campaign might be bad!
Even Michael Weiss personally predicted that the box office of "Batman" would exceed 200 million US dollars. With such popularity, how could it not become a hit?
Then, he clicked on the American movie website and looked at the ranking of new movies in September. As expected, "Batman" surpassed "Arrival" from the fourth place at the beginning, and then directly ranked second. Judging from this trend, it won't be long before the influence of "Batman" will top the list!
What is first?
It is Andorra's "Wolverine", and the movie "Skull and Bones", which should have been ranked second, dropped directly to third place!
The situation is very bad!
When he saw this, Andrew took a deep breath.
Hollywood stars may have great influence, but they are no match for a terrifying nuclear bomb like Michael Vess.
Can they compare?
I can only try it first!
Maybe it will be useful.
Andrew could only comfort himself in this way.
However, this comfort did not last long, as he received another call from his assistant, Rick.
"Mr. Andrew..."
"What?"
"I think you need to have a good talk with Jackson."
"Is it a problem with the movie promotion? I know Jackson tried his best..."
"no."
"That is..."
"I suspect Director Jackson is working with 'Remote'!"
"Cooperation? How is that possible? He..."
"Director Wei Wuji from 'Remote' secretly sent a bunch of gifts to Jackson's wife this morning..."
"Um?"
“Mr. Andrew, don’t you find it strange at this time? Wei Wuji has no intersection with Jackson at all, why would he send a gift?”
"Impossible! Jackson is not that kind of person. I am assured of that!"
"Oh, Mr. Andrew, I'm just reminding you. Although Lu Yuan's influence in China is indeed great, Jackson suddenly said today that he would strengthen propaganda in the United States. There is a meaning of temporarily giving up China in his words. Don't you think this is strange? And McVis suddenly appeared, and the meeting was just accepted and the propaganda had been arranged. Don't you think this is a coincidence?"
"Shut up! Rick! Just do your job! I treat Jackson like a brother!"
“…”
Andrew scolded Rick on the phone for a while, then shook his head.
He didn't take it seriously.
After making the call, I hesitated for a moment, but ultimately decided not to terminate the promotional work.
He rubbed his eyes and looked at the sunset in the distance.
In a few hours...
The first day box office figures will be out soon.
Although the performance in China is not ideal, Hollywood's "Arrival" should not be worse than "Batman"!
Jackson will betray me?
How is that possible.
I treat him like my own family, so I guess Rick is just overthinking this.
right.
Andrew smiled indifferently.
but……
What he himself didn't even know was that a seed had been planted in his heart at some point.
Just some water, or maybe some more sunlight.
This seed might actually sprout!