Chapter 729： cultural conflict

It is generally consistent with the mainstream society and safeguarding the interests of the interests of the class. This is something that almost all the rich in the United States will do. Ryan is no exception. In his current position, Iran is the enemy, not to mention the slander of Iran. Obtain huge benefits.

In North America’s condemnation of Iran, the Jenkins Film Foundation under his name announced that it would invest in two Iranian-themed films, directed by the Iranian cartoonist and illustrator Marga Satabi, who is now living in Paris. "I Grew Up in Iran" and "A Parting" by Iranian director Askha Farhati who was expelled by the Iranian government.

As for the subject matter of the movie, it must be closely related to the reality of Iranian society.

The former reveals through the eyes of a precocious and outspoken girl that during the Islamic Revolution in Iran, the fundamentalist's control of power led to the destruction of Iranian hopes. Women were forced to wear veils and tens of thousands of people were thrown into prison. She I was finally forced to leave my hometown to go to France to pursue an optimistic and bright future.

The latter will show contemporary Iranians' entanglement in family affection and religious life, insinuate and criticize Iran's hierarchical religious society, and will especially pay attention to the situation of Iranian women.

In addition to the Jenkins Film Foundation, Warner Bros., Disney Pictures and Paramount Pictures will all participate in the investment, production and distribution of the film. The federal government will also apply for a special sponsorship to cover part of the expenses for these two films. Pay the bill.

As early as the mid-1990s, Ryan had chosen his position, even for the benefit of him and the entire group represented by him, he would continue to discredit Iranian propaganda.

As a well-known Iranian director who was imprisoned first and then deported, Askha Fahati was even put on the Oprah talk show by many forces behind him, telling the world about the dangers of insisting on creative work in Iran. .

"Mr. Fahati, you were banned by the Iranian government after filming "About Elli", and you were thrown into jail for a while, and you were eventually forced to leave your hometown. You should know very well what kind of movie subject matter cannot be touched in Iran of?"

"There are many themes that are not allowed, such as cultural and political dissent, violent themes or films with sexual scenes. This is why it is difficult for Iranian films to develop. Iranian filmmakers are always looking for suitable ways of expression. We can’t beat the review system, we can only insist on creating in the cracks."

"When you are in Iran, would you rather risk being imprisoned to make movies freely?"

"I'm not a hero, nor a politician, I'm just a filmmaker. I only hope to speak through the film when I have something to say. If I choose, I prefer to create freely without taking risks. . But in Iran, this is obviously impossible."

same. Marga Satabi has also accepted many interviews with Western media, and some of these words have been repeatedly hyped up by the North American media.

"I just want to pass this work, I hope people will not forget those Iranians who lost their lives in prison, suffered under various tyranny rules, or were forced to leave their relatives and motherland in order to defend Iran's freedom!"

For the Western media, the other words of the two Iranian artists living abroad are not important. Just these two paragraphs are enough to make them prove to the people in the West what a terrifying country Iran is now.

Although the topic triggered by the movie has shifted to current affairs and politics, "Spartan Three Hundred Warriors", like "Argo", is definitely one of the biggest winners of this storm.

By the end of August. The film still maintains a weekly box office revenue of nearly 15 million U.S. dollars. The North American box office is gradually approaching 250 million U.S. dollars, and the global box office is infinitely close to 450 million U.S. dollars, with such a development momentum. The final North American box office is expected to hit 300 million U.S. dollars, and it is almost inevitable that the global box office will exceed 500 million U.S. dollars.

In the words of the media, as an investor, Nicole Kidman can lie on the floor full of dollars and count banknotes.

After the first US$50 million share of the North American theaters, Nicole set up a trust fund for Sandy. She clearly told Ryan that she hoped that her daughter could grow up and live happily in the future, instead of being like her father. Often distressed by interest entanglement.

Regarding this, Ryan did not express any opinions, and her daughter's future path must be chosen by herself in the future.

Similarly, he also set up a trust fund for Sandy, and transferred the shares and future dividends of several IT companies such as Apple and Microsoft, which are only in single digits under the name of another foundation, to this trust fund. .

The international situation is turbulent, the gunpowder kegs in the Middle East tend to explode again, and Iran faces sanctions from the international community. These are almost the themes of August.

Perhaps it was the sanctions imposed by the international community, or the growing opposition in the country, or perhaps it really wanted to change the image of the country. After September, the Iranian government gradually calmed down. Not only did it hope to restart the six-party talks, the North American upper class also There are rumors that Iranian diplomats in the United States implicitly stated to the federal government that Ahmadinejad would like to visit the United States officially next year to ease the cultural and ideological conflict between the two countries.

When the truth of these rumors is still unknown, the Ministry of Culture of Iran suddenly issued a statement, hoping to invite representatives of the American Film Association and Hollywood celebrities including Ryan, Spielberg, George Clooney, etc. to visit Iran and let them pass their own eyes. , To observe a real Iran.

"You don't really want to accept the invitation of the Iranian government, do you?"

Charlize Theron, who only came back from South Africa yesterday, put down the fashion magazine in his hand and looked at Ryan holding an invitation letter with some worry, "Middle East... Ryan, you'd better not go."

"I never said I want to go."

Putting down the invitation letter handed over by the Motion Picture Association of America, Ryan lay on his back in a rocking chair, looking at the stars above the terrace, and said, "The Motion Picture Association wants to organize a delegation, and Disney can send any representatives."

"I can rest assured that."

After taking a strawberry from the fruit plate on the table, Charlize threw it to Ryan, "What the real Iran is like has nothing to do with us."

"Bingo~"

Ryan snapped his fingers, stuffed strawberries into his mouth, and said vaguely, "Iran is now a dictatorship or a democratic society. It has no meaning to Hollywood. What Hollywood movies want to show will always be something that meets the needs of Hollywood's interests. Iran."

"Is it possible to change this situation?" Charlize simply dragged a wicker chair and sat beside him. "Judging from the current rumors, the Iranian government seems to be making some changes."

"Let's put it this way." Ryan took Charlize's hand and gently drew a circle on her palm. "If the Iranian market is open to Hollywood movies, it can bring more than 500 million US dollars in the box office every year. Hollywood movies The image of Iran in China will improve immediately."

"But in this case," he said again, "Iran is not what it is now."

"If I open the CT store to Iran..."

Charlize pulled the fruit bowl closer, took a strawberry, bitten off half of it, and stuffed the other half into Ryan's mouth. "My dear, can our fashion products gain a foothold in Tehran?"

"Charlie, don't forget, your brand is mainly aimed at women." Ryan raised a finger and shook it. "It's not during Pahlavi’s time. It’s impossible for Iranian women to appear on the streets in fashion. Even if you buy it back, you can only wear it secretly at home."

"Well, I just think about it." She shrugged. "Since the Islamic Revolution, Iran has become more adherent to Persian traditions."

"No, no, my dear." Ryan shook his head slowly. "Conservation has nothing to do with Persian tradition. Now Iran is extremely conservative. This is not the record of Persian tradition."

Seeing the South African diamond showing unusual interest, Ryan continued, “Pahlavi is indeed a bastard, and he is not a qualified ruler, but during his time in power, Iran’s traditional cultural characteristics were stronger, such as not adopting The mark of the red cross or the red crescent is adopted by the traditional Persian red lion mark, which has been recognized by the international community.

"This puppet ruler even wanted to restore the glorious culture of ancient Persia. In this regard, he made a lot of attempts at secularization, Persianization and de-Arabization, and achieved some results. Although Iran’s domestic conflicts were sharp at the time, there were still some cultural aspects. Build a tree."

"It is said that the status of women has been greatly improved at that time."

Hearing what Charlize said, Ryan nodded, "Unfortunately, Pahlavi is a puppet supported by the federal government. He has too many problems and can be easily overthrown."

"What about Iran now?"

"Today's Iran, apart from the Arabicized Persian language, actually has little contact with Persia."

Opening his mouth to bite the strawberry that Charlize had brought over Ryan chewed and said, “Also, from a different standpoint, there will be different opinions. From the perspective of our interests, the Iranian government It is a dictatorship that engages in terrorism."

As for the truth, how many people in the United States care about it?

"So..." Charlize's eyes rolled quickly a few times. "Spartan Three Hundred Warriors will have a sequel?"

"Not for the time being." Ryan shook his head, "Zach Schneider and Frank Miller accepted the invitation of Warner Bros. to prepare to make "Watchmen."

These two people can be said to be one of the people who have benefited the most from "Spartan Three Hundred Warriors." Zach Schneider showed his directorial talents to the whole Hollywood, and Frank Miller's comics became closely watched by various film companies. Selection of film adaptations.

"My dear, it's late." Ryan stood up and hugged Charlize directly, "We should go to rest."

"Aren't you crazy enough this afternoon?" Charlize took the initiative to kiss. (To be continued...) ()