From Flower Vase to Film Emperor in Hollywood

Musician?

Mike caught a key word, looking at Dustin with a face full of surprise—

Just a talk show and two original songs, and Anson has already earned such an evaluation from Dustin.

As expected!

Dustin is truly a madman, wholeheartedly devoted to music, oblivious to everything else, his entire world revolving around music.

Dustin noticed Mike's smile, "What?"

Mike didn't try to hide anything, "Musician?"

Originally, I thought Dustin would be embarrassed, but he wasn't.

Instead, Dustin glared back confidently, "Yes, you heard right. Although I don't know what kind of actor he is, I'm very sure he's an excellent musician."

"The arrangement of cello and bass? The progressive layering of instruments? Using the texture of the cello to interpret the emotions of the melody?"

"These are all talent."

"Yes."

"Even with 20% royalties?"

"Yes."

"Even if it's just one album?"

"Yes."

"Dustin, you really don't consider the commercial aspect at all."

"It's enough for you guys to consider it, do you still need me to worry about it?"

Mike was stunned, unable to refute.

Dustin had a completely matter-of-fact expression, then changed the subject, pulling it back, "We really shouldn't miss this, we'll regret it, one hundred percent."

Then, Dustin added, "We shouldn't let Universal snatch them up."

Mike chuckled, "Who said you don't understand the commercial aspect?"

Warner Records is trying to change the landscape of the music market, and Universal Music is undoubtedly the biggest competitor. If Universal Music is also trying to get Anson and them, then from a strategic point of view, Warner Records does need to be more proactive—

Every inch must be fought for.

This time, Dustin showed a hint of embarrassment, because he wasn't sure if this statement would work, but his mouth still refused to admit defeat, "I'm telling the truth."

Mike nodded slightly, "You're right."

Dustin, "What?"

Mike repeated again, "You're right, I also think we shouldn't miss them."

Happiness came suddenly, Dustin couldn't believe it, and was stunned for a moment.

Mike watched Anson's receding figure, he had a bold idea, maybe it's precisely because of Anson's identity as an actor that they should sign this contract—

Not because of the possibility of an EGOT, nor because of what Dustin said about being a musician, but because of Anson's personal charm.

Actor. Musician.

Different identities, different colors, Anson really showed different possibilities. If you think back carefully, his eloquence on "The Tonight Show", his fashion sense at Paris Fashion Week, even though Anson is not yet twenty years old, he has gradually shown the public his diversity and potential.

So, does this mean that there is more to be discovered in Anson?

Maybe the name "Anson Wood" has more possibilities, not just a simple actor or musician, but eventually becoming a unique existence.

If that's the case, then Warner Records' plan may have to be completely overturned and restarted. Different expectations, the plan naturally needs to change.

Most importantly, Warner Records can also differentiate itself from Universal Music and develop a comprehensive layout around Anson. Who knows, this may become a key to changing the battle.

Of course, this is just an inspiration, an idea, taking root and growing rapidly during the face-to-face conversation with Anson. I still need to hold a meeting with the company to discuss it later; but even if there is only a prototype, Mike can't help but feel excited.

Mike believes that this "Spider-Man" can be an important reference—

As an actor, what kind of appearance can Anson show? After all, the spotlight was not on Anson in the previous stages of "Friends" and "The Princess Diaries".

Thus.

Things are slowly becoming interesting.

On this side, Warner Records' attention quietly gathered on "Spider-Man", and gazes from outside the film industry gradually fell on the summer档.

On the other side, the rolling heat wave that was fully launched around Anson, under the intentional guidance of Sony Columbia, all surged towards the summer档.

Finally—

Summer is here.

This is the first summer档 after the "9/11" incident. Not only Hollywood, but all walks of life in the entire North American market are closely watching.

The sluggish economy, the dull atmosphere, and the suppressed environment have been waiting for the day to sweep away the haze, but no one knows when it will come.

Before the summer档 officially arrived, Hollywood had been testing, brewing, and laying the groundwork.

"Panic Room" directed by David Fincher and starring Jodie Foster and Kristen Stewart, "Ice Age", "Blade II", a series of medium-sized works with a certain appeal appeared one after another.

Finally, "The Scorpion King" served as the final finale of the summer档 preheating, marking the end of the spring档. This movie is a spin-off of the blockbuster movie series "The Mummy", with an investment of 80 million US dollars, led by Dwayne Johnson. Even if it is placed in the summer档, it will not be out of place.

One step, then another, trying to awaken the vitality of the market.

However.

The situation is not optimistic.

Among a series of works, the performance is mixed. "Ice Age" and "Panic Room" had a small hit, and the production costs, which were controlled within a reasonable range, made the revenue figures particularly bright.

The performance of other works was unsatisfactory. From word-of-mouth to box office to market feedback, everything fell short of expectations. The always sluggish spring档 seemed to be swept into the cold current and continued to sway in the wind.

In particular, "Blade II" and "The Scorpion King", under the highly anticipated attention, the box office results did not detonate the market energy as expected—

It's not a complete flop.

"Blade II" with a box office of 80 million US dollars in North America, and "The Scorpion King" with a box office of 60 million US dollars in two weeks after its release, such results can only be regarded as mediocre. Coupled with overwhelming negative reviews and lukewarm market feedback, there is no sign of market recovery, which makes the entire film industry uneasy and on tenterhooks.

The scene in front of me is like the end of the warm-up performance of the concert's warm-up guest, and the scene is still cold, so that the singer preparing to appear is also nervous. All signs indicate:

The performance may be ruined.

The rolling heat wave that has been fully launched around "The Tonight Show" and Anson in the past period is more like a self-entertainment of a small group of people in Hollywood. Ordinary people's lives do not care at all; the haze seems to still cover the sky, no vitality can be seen, and the sun cannot break through the layers of dark clouds and fall down.

Now, all hope rests on "Spider-Man".

A work adapted from comics, a work rooted in niche otaku culture, a thin and weak high school student civilian superhero, is it really reliable to rely on such a work to change the downturn of the entire film market?

However, it is too late to regret now. Whether you are willing or not, and no matter what the outcome, the arrow is on the string and has to be launched. Even if the hope is slim, you can only bite the bullet and keep up—

The summer檔 officially kicks off.