Chapter 234

The production cost of spider man is as high as 140 million US dollars. Looking at Hollywood as a whole, it is also a first-line commercial production of category A. of course, we should be cautious about the director.

"Boss, I think Cameron is very suitable. As we all know, he is a big fan of Spiderman. " Old Bill suggested.

As early as 1990, Cameron announced that he would direct the "Spider Man" live action film.

For this reason, he personally started to write the script and prepared for it for five months.

However, due to various copyright disputes between several production companies, Cameron lost the opportunity to direct spider man.

Kevin Fitch vetoed: "I don't agree. I don't deny Cameron's directing ability. Titanic's achievements have attracted worldwide attention. But Bill, do you think our production cost of 140 million dollars is enough for him to make it

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Old Bill browed and gritted his teeth: "you also said that he is good enough. I firmly believe that Cameron is the most suitable person. There are not many people in Hollywood who can be better than Cameron in science fiction movies."

Don't forget, the science fiction film terminator series is Cameron's masterpiece.

But!

Zucker shook his head immediately.

James Cameron is indeed a master director, but his ability to spend money like running water is also shocking.

The most important thing is his film making cycle. It's too slow!

Titanic lasted for four years from the start of the project, to the preparation, shooting, later stage, until the release;

The production cycle of avatar is as long as 6 years;

"Where do I have so much time for Cameron?"

"Even if I am willing to give him such a long time, mountain capital, Carlos foundation and other investors are absolutely not willing to wait so long."

Zucker had a bit of brewing in his mind, and said in a deep voice: "gentlemen, let's not mention whether Cameron is the best candidate. What price should we pay to make him willing to be a director? "

"Er

Old Bill and others were stunned.

"That's right!"

"Cameron's price is too high for us to afford," he said. You know, only 20% of the box office bonus in North America is enough to minimize our profits. "

A "Titanic", Cameron accounted for 15% of the box office bonus, let him make 115 million dollars!

"No Cameron, he's too expensive!" Zucker struck down old Bill's proposal.

He's too expensive!

Zhuke, a stingy man, is absolutely not willing to give this huge sum of money, even if he is very strong!

Moreover, at this stage, Wald film's financial situation is not as good as expected.

Old Bill added, "Kevin, who do you recommend?"

As the words fell, everyone's eyes immediately focused on Kevin Fitch.

Although Kevin Fitch is young, since he joined Wald pictures, his outstanding ability has been unanimously affirmed by the public. His label is young and promising. Moreover, he is also the second leader of Wald pictures, with huge power.

"I recommend two people."

"And they are very good directors."

"One is our old friend Zach Schneider, whose post production" Sparta 300 warrior "is extremely excellent. We can fully believe in his ability."

"The second is Stephen Sommers. Some of the people present may not have heard his name, but he is an excellent director who has been concerned for a long time. He is also competent for directing spider man."

Stephen Sommers?

As Kevin Fitch's voice dropped, many of the people present had never heard of the name.

Stephen Sommers, who is he?

"It's him

Others may not have heard of Stephen Sommers, but Zucker really knows him!

The famous Mummy series is the masterpiece of Stephen Sommers. In 2009, he directed "special forces: the rise of Cobra" which is a blockbuster movie.

"Zadao is really excellent. I agree with Mr. Fitch's recommendation."

"I've seen a lot of uncut clips of 300, and Zhadu's scheduling of colors is excellent."

"Secondment!"

There is no doubt that for Zach Schneider, who has cooperated with Wald pictures for many times, the executives present are willing to cooperate with him again.

"I don't agree!"

Old guy bill mcnick retorted: "you guys, don't forget that spider man is a science fiction superhero movie. Zadao doesn't have experience in this field. The production cost is 140 million dollars. We can't take risks."

"This..."

For a moment, many people present hesitated.

The production of 140 million US dollars should not be missed!

Can't you see that many film companies have gone bankrupt because they blindly make high-cost films and the directors have chosen the wrong ones?

Wu Baige's "the Whisperer" failed miserably at the box office.

Let the old MGM, on the verge of bankruptcy;

Ang Lee's shooting of the Hulk, a good superhero film, added too many humanistic factors and philosophical thinking, resulting in the film fiasco, he also completely lost the favor of the front-line commercial blockbuster.

In his last life, as a member of the Chinese Empire, Zhuke knew them very well.

Therefore, in the selection of director for spider man, Zhuke is very cautious.

Old bill, Kevin Fitch, and a group of senior executives have their own opinions and recommendations. No one can convince anyone. In the end, it's Zhuke who will make the final decision.

——Sam Remy!

"I recommend Sam Remy as the director of Spiderman!" He said solemnly.

Suddenly, everyone was surprised.

Old Bill: "if I remember correctly, he seems to be the director of the thriller series of ghost players."

Kevin Fitch: boss, is he OK

Can't help doubting?

Can a director who often makes horror movies be qualified as the director of spider man?

It's human nature that everyone will first make a question mark.

However... They don't know that Sam ramie is the director of spider man in the original time and space.

He did quite well!

In fact, in the beginning, he thought about letting Zac Schneider direct spider man.

But when he thought of Superman: the body of steel, the catcher and so on, he didn't think he was suitable.

Zach Schneider is the kind of director who has a very strong directing style and has a tendency of "darkness".

How can Toby's spider man Peter Parker become a "dark" hero next door?

Therefore, Zhuke had to bear the pain to put aside the love general!

In addition, let Sam rami, the "original" director, direct spider man, can also guarantee success to the greatest extent.

The most important thing is that he charges cheap!

"The first watch" is presented.