Chapter 269 Ready to Begin

Although the Lord of the Rings doesn't have much investment, according to the original version, each one does not exceed 100 million, which is not enough compared to the blockbuster investment of one or two hundred million after entering the 21st century, even if it is replaced by Adrian Production and directing have only increased the total investment of 50 million, and each of them is in the early 100 million, which is still incomparable with those big productions in the future.

However, the word of mouth and box office obtained by the Lord of the Rings trilogy is definitely one of the few in the same category. The Harry Potter series has far exceeded the box office, and the surrounding profits have also been much greater than it, but in Word of mouth, no fantasy work can surpass it. Therefore, this is a well-deserved masterpiece, so Adrian chose to be responsible for these trilogy.

As early as 1994, he had already been given the right to adapt the film of The Lord of the Rings. Negotiation was a difficult task. The right to adapt the trilogy was not in the hands of Tolkien's son and the trust agency. In the 1970s, the novel was adapted into animation and radio dramas, so the film rights were in the hands of Hollywood producer Sol Saz.

Sol Saz was also considered a personal character in Hollywood, and Adrian was far less powerful than he is now. Although he had gained a lot of fame at that time, and the acquisition and acquisition were expanding, it was delayed until 95 years later. Adrian became the youngest and best director of the Oscars before he took the film rights of The Lord of the Rings into his hands.

This is the case. He didn't get all the film rights of The Lord of the Rings. Although Sol Saz has adapted The Adventures of The Hobbit, the distribution rights are in the hands of United States and not him. However, it doesn't matter. Adrian has reservations about the previous pass, so people can talk slowly. Anyway, Lianmei and MGM have merged, and they have robbed MGM ’s film library. They have some relationship with each other, so they can. Talk slowly.

Of course, all terms must be detailed, and profit sharing is the most important thing. Don't appear in the future that all parties will file a lawsuit because they feel that the sharing is unfair. Although with his current powers, those people would not casually litigate against him, and he did not have any worries about lawsuits, but once this happens, it will make people unhappy after all.

After getting the film rights of "The Lord of the Rings", Adrian hid it in the snow. Until Universal Film was acquired by the media, the film and television production was basically stable, and then the first monument as the foundation was thrown out.

"Although it takes about a year to shoot, it doesn't really need that much. What I'm best at is to squeeze time." Adrian continued with a humorous smirk.

"I believe this." Hugo Weiwen said so. Among the actors who sat, apart from the women, only he and Adrian had cooperated.

"Great, does that mean I can go home now? I'm also very good at squeezing time." Ian McLaren asked in disguise and Zhou laughed again.

"I am very supportive of you, Ian. I want to play Gandalf more than Saruman." Christopher Lee, who was sitting next to him, said solemnly, the smile became bigger and the atmosphere in the conference room was more harmonious.

Adrian nodded with satisfaction secretly. Ian McLaren is a very interesting old man. He always maintains humor, humor and optimism, is infectious, and quite regulates the atmosphere. Identity was sealed as jazz by Elizabeth II. Basically, he uses the original team, played as Gandalf's McLaren, played Saruman's Lee, and played the role of King Elon's Viven. Needless to say, Ilya Wood, Vigo Mortson, Carl Urban, Shawn Austin, Shawn Binn, etc. are all in this room, Blanchett and Liv can't escape.

But change is not without, Adrian is not interested in using all British actors. Besides, isn't Liv an American actor in the original version? So it was Silver Phoenix who played Elf Prince Legras.

He had already decided over a year ago, and intentionally told Silver to practice archery. Silver, who suffered a lot of setbacks in music, also found an archery teacher, although archery is much less common. Okay, but the posture is already quite different. In addition, the accent is also in place. At least when I talk to Mortson and others, I can't hear any difference. Still, this guy is very talented in acting, but he wants to make music. Really. Makes people laugh.

As for Orlando Bloom, who cares about his death.

Of course, this is not the only change. Another important figure, King Rohan's daughter Io, also changed the actress to Gwennis.

Earlier, after appearing in "Shakespeare" and "Elizabeth" with Blanchett, the media pushed her to the opposite side of Blanchett intentionally or unintentionally. After being nominated for the best actress in the Oscars, both said "opponent" It's also a hustle and bustle, but both women have performed very well and intimately in public, and the media have not caught the opportunity to make a fuss.

But what made Adrian determined was that Gwennis and Blanchett co-produced a movie last year, "Genius Ripley" directed by Anthony Minghella. Despite knowing that the slow-paced storytelling style of Mingra is not very pleasing, it may feel good to watch it once, and it will be boring after more. Adrian still asked Miramax to make this movie, box office No, then earn a reputation.

However, Minghella hoped that Adrian could persuade Gwennis and Blanchett to play, and to modify the script according to his wishes, Adrian agreed, and then gave birth to them to direct themselves. The idea of ​​acting together in the movie. Now that he's got Gwennis and Blanchett together, whether it's life or business, it's also fun to have them make a movie together.

Besides, when they were shooting "Shakespeare's Love" and "Elizabeth", they were already making movies together, so Gwenis could not be more suitable.

"Please come here, mainly to let each other meet, and get to know each other and communicate with each other, so the crew will arrange your schedule."

"I had people go to New Zealand to collect information long before that, and before sending you an invitation, some of the people in charge had already set up the scene."

"As for why New Zealand is considered, it is simple, the environment is suitable, and then labor is cheap."

Adrian answered the questions of the actors eagerly.

Although he temporarily hid after obtaining the copyright of the movie, in the following years, he arranged for many people to go to New Zealand and go to the places he remembers, such as Queenstown or Tongariro National Park to collect relevant information. , And began preparations early, so when he is now ready to start, the various scene settings and character settings are already very complete.

Since there is an original version for reference, Adrian does not need to go elsewhere to find a suitable place, it will only be difficult to please, besides, New Zealand's labor is indeed cheap and can save a lot of costs.

"Thank you for taking the time to come. Don't worry about it by the middle of this month at the latest, please be prepared." Adrian concluded today's meeting with this sentence.

The miracle director's name is now known, especially since he was nominated for three best directors at this Oscar, so no one refused after the invitation was issued, and Gwennis just played a small temper.

"I just don't think it's fair. Why can Kate play the Elven Queen, but I'm just a queen girl?" After the meeting, Gwennis, who walked behind, asked Adrian this way, and that was her dissatisfaction.

"Because Ed thinks you are fit." Blanchett, who followed her, grinned.

Gwyneth rolled her eyes but said nothing, and although Liv at the end looked a little unhappy at them, she was also thoughtful.

Although "The Lord of the Rings" has already set the agenda, there is still some time before the actual shooting, Adrian has to arrange other things, such as the late editing of "The Beautiful Legend of Sicily"-this need not be urgent, the movie at least It will not be released until the end of the year, and there is enough time for him to slowly edit to the group number-or the arrangement of some movies, how to pass some information to him in the first time, and the schedule of other women.

You know, Adrian has to take at least a few months in New Zealand, and there is a considerable time difference and an upside down climate. Although it is convenient to return to Los Angeles, it must not be too frequent, so how to effectively convey information, How to get women on vacation in New Zealand, etc., need to be planned, but fortunately he has a competent female secretary.

Of course, in addition to these, there are some things that require his own initiative to arrange.

"New Zealand? At least ten months?" At Julis's house, Avril opened her eyes wide after hearing about it.

"Yes, a very large production, I need to stay there for a long time to guide the shooting." Adrian nodded.

"Oh, that's too bad. I still have a lot to ask you for advice." Avril didn't hide her annoyance and loss.

"I heard that you make a movie very quickly. It takes up to two months for someone else to make a movie in your hands for two months. Why is it so long this time?" She asked again.

Avril Lavigne is a lively girl. Within a few weeks of coming to Los Angeles, she became acquainted with a group of kids who played rock and roll. She also devoted great enthusiasm to her training in the company. Norton praised Adrian more than once, she has great potential in pop rock.

Adrian often took the time to chat with Avril Lavigne and discuss music topics. The girl was surprised when she knew that Britney and Cristina had written several popular songs, but Adrian did not fully admit it.

"I just have a lot of ideas, such as a few melody coming out of inspiration, and humming out is no problem, but it is not so easy to write a complete song, so the real credit is Eric's." He said so .

Yes, it is not fully acknowledged, but the half-hiding is fully used, so Avril must be curious and even worshipped. But more often, it was Avril speaking, Adrian listening, listening to her talk about those things when she was a child, listening to her complaining or boasting, and then a sentence at the right time.

Therefore, it is normal for Avril to feel lost when she learns that Adrian is going to New Zealand for a long time.

"This is a trilogy, that is to make three movies at a time, even if each takes two months, that is half a year, not to mention the large scale of this movie." Adrian explained briefly , Then reached out and touched the girl's head, "But don't worry, if you want, you can come and see me."

"That's the way to go," Ai Weier called immediately, for fear that his horse would repent.

"Of course." Adrian nodded with a smile.

Obviously, the girl had a very good impression of him and weighed heavily in her heart. This was a good start, but the other one was a little different.

"New Zealand? At least ten months?" Jessica opened her eyes wide, although she was a little surprised and frustrated, and at the same time a little envious and regretted. After listening to Adrian's explanation, she didn't save anything but wish him a smooth shooting Say what.

It wasn't until the party was over and Adrian was about to leave. Jessica took the opportunity to send him again and asked: "So, where do you stay until the end, or do you often come back?"

"I will take the time to come back, but not often. After all, jet lag is too much and too frequent, but it will affect efficiency." Adrian said.

Then Jessica sighed, "I really want to see what New Zealand is like."

Adrian raised an eyebrow and immediately said, "If you want, I can invite you to go on vacation."

"Really?" The girl revealed the surprised God again, but followed by the hesitant God, "But ..."

"In this way, I invite the entire crew of" Black Angels in the End of the World "to go to New Zealand for vacation. You can follow the crew alone or take your family," Adrian said.

Probably did not expect that the other party could see his own mind. Jessica grew her mouth, jumped up with joy, wrapped his neck around his face and gave a heavy sip: "Thank you, Ed"

Followed by the scream of another thought, his face also became a lot of red, and left Adrian like a panic bunny to get back home.

What a ... funny, contradictory girl. Adrian thought so touching his cheek that Jessica had passed. Although he had less contact with her than Avril, and most of the time he was on the set of "Black Angels in the Last Days", it was definitely a lot, and the relationship was quite harmonious. She also invited him to participate in several parties organized by her.

Jessica likes to host parties and invites a bunch of friends to come to play, but most of the parties are held in her home. She still lives with her parents and younger brother, so it ’s actually different from some party animals, so Adrie An will use contradiction to describe her. It's like a little butterfly who has not fully grown up, eager to break free from the cocoons, but has shrunk in from time to time for various reasons.

That's right. In a few months, Jessica was more beautiful when she first appeared in "The Last Angel", and was gradually approaching the image in Adrian's memory, but there was still a long way to go. . It's like a butterfly that hasn't broken the cocoon, so if you really want to do something, you have to hurry up. The effect of breaking the cocoon is not as large as the effect of the egg.

Well, not to mention these, it is getting closer and closer to the official start of the Lord of the Rings, and Adrian has also begun to set out to take action after planning something for a period of time.

"Why ask me to come here? Isn't it good in cafes, restaurants, or clubs?" Nicole asked after sitting down.

Despite her impolite words, there was no impatient **** between her eyebrows. On the contrary, she seemed quite relaxed, as if she had removed a big stone from her heart.

Of course, Nicole has a reason to relax, because there is no time limit on Cruise. The divorce case between the two has been delayed for almost a year, and now the dust has finally settled. According to the court's decision, Cruz gave her a mansion in Sydney and Beverly Hills in Los Angeles. She also paid $ 50 million. Note 2 After two days, after the signing of the divorce agreement, she could Get rid of that man completely.

In addition, her performance in "Muhland Road" has won praise from many film critics, and also won the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress. Yes, yes, in the Golden Globe Awards just passed She won the best supporting actress. Although she had won the Golden Globe Award for the best actress in a musical comedy three years ago, everyone knows the comfort of this best actress.

So although the acting evaluation is not as good as Naomi's ~ lightnovelpub.net ~, she is still slightly satisfied. After all, this is the first time that film critics have completely ignored her appearance, and Naomi has also obtained I was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress, but I didn't get it.

But Nicole also had a little anxiety and irritability at the same time, because she knew that everything she had now was given by the person in front of her. If it wasn't for this person to arrange for the media to do a good report for herself, if it wasn't for this person to send a sniper to detectives hired by Cruise, she would not have won so easily in this divorce case, and she would not only have received large sums of compensation. It also pushed most of the negative news to Cruz. Nicole has been in Hollywood for almost a decade, and has heard about the ability of Anthony Pelicano.

Similarly, if it wasn't for this man who directed "Muhran Road" and invited her to star in it, she would not have won the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress, and would have won praise before. And this man is still nominated by Oscar for three best directors in the same session, and his two women are also nominated for Oscar for best actress at the same time, which makes Nicole very contradictory.

After a complete break with Cruise, her mind was completely dedicated to her career, and the best actress of the Oscars is her main goal now. There is now a short cut, right in front of her, and she knows exactly what the other person wants, and Adrian never conceals her strong possessiveness when she looks at her.