From Flower Vase to Film Emperor in Hollywood

Robert Ebert is undoubtedly an indispensable part of the current film review scene. Not only do ordinary viewers consult his reviews and opinions, but other colleagues are often very willing to exchange opinions and engage in discussions.

During last year's summer blockbuster season, Robert ruthlessly attacked "The Princess Diaries," showing no consideration for Julie Andrews' feelings and even less mercy for vase-like idol actors. Although the film still achieved box office success, Robert's "calm objectivity" was like a sharp sword, making every film in the summer season tremble with fear.

However!

This year, as the summer blockbuster season kicks off, Robert is taking a new look at Anson's performance in "Spider-Man." Is this really happening?

The answer is yes, definitely.

"Without a doubt, Anson Wood infuses Peter Parker with life through his delicate, full, rich, and layered performance. He not only makes the character believable but, more importantly, makes him charming."

"Every frame he appears in makes this young hero special. Audiences are willing to follow in his footsteps to explore the character's destiny."

"Anson's personal charm is the biggest discovery on the big screen this summer."

Praise, praise, 100% praise—

Even Anson himself was surprised, never expecting such high praise from someone of Robert's stature.

The entire hall was silent, with all eyes focused on Anson. Then, Anson raised his head and met their gazes.

"Eighty-five points."

Wow!

Jack was the first to raise both hands high and spread them out suddenly, "Hooray!"

Immediately afterward, everyone else raised their hands, stood up, cheered, screamed, and embraced, immersed in unbelievable joy.

Eighty-five points, not ninety or one hundred, but coming from Robert Ebert, and for a popcorn commercial film, it was enough. Who could have imagined that after a series of mediocre and disappointing reviews, they would be greeted with such a dramatic turnaround?

It wasn't until James shouted loudly, "What else is there? What else is there?"

James nimbly jumped over the sofa, rushed to Anson, grabbed the laptop, quickly scanned the screen, and then his eyes widened in shock.

"This!"

The crowd paused their celebration, and all eyes turned to James.

"It's actually real!"

"Robert, I am very disappointed in you, very disappointed. Such a perfect Apollo is right next to you, and you choose to ignore him. Alas, from today on, your authority is greatly reduced in my eyes. I have reason to question your aesthetic sense. I will never trust you again."

Tsk. Tch.

Hisses arose from all around.

Chris even covered his mouth with his hand, deliberately shouting loudly, "James sucks, James get out."

Laughter erupted.

Anson, however, immediately looked at Kristen, without apology, but with open arms, revealing an expression of "I'm just so popular, naturally beautiful and hard to abandon."

Kristen burst out laughing.

As mentioned before, Kristen chose to star in "Spider-Man" because of Anson. She hoped Anson could add some different colors to the film.

In the script, Mary Jane is just a vase, responsible for screaming and waiting to be rescued, which is the typical existence of female protagonists in current Hollywood commercial films.

However, during the filming process, Kristen, with Anson's help, slowly explored and tried to dig out Mary Jane's own psychological arc within the script framework.

It was an interesting shoot that lived up to Kristen's expectations. Even in a commercial film, actors can still carve out the edges of a character.

However, Kristen also admitted that not hearing her own evaluation in the reviews, whether good or bad, Mary Jane seemed to be an unimportant vase, even too lazy to mention, she was still inevitably slightly disappointed. Seeing Anson's expression at this moment, the loss and bitterness accumulated in her chest quietly dissipated—

At least, the collaboration was pleasant, right?

Kristen doesn't regret it.

Then.

Anson took the computer back from James and continued reading for a while, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, and he made a gesture towards Kristen.

"Wait. Wait!"

"Wood and Dunst's performances inject a unique temperament into the film. Their eyes, their interactions, their every encounter is convincing, not just a naive high school first love, but also a kind of growth and a kind of dream, which is also the most fascinating quality of the film. It is real and moving."

Jack was already restless there, but Anson looked at Jack and stopped him with his eyes, continuing to finish speaking.

"'Rolling Stone,'" wow, "Ninety points." Wow!

Cheers, finally unable to control anymore.

Immediately, Jack stood up and howled strangely, the 'ao wu ao wu' shouts making everyone laugh.

Kristen jumped three feet high, clenched her fists like King Kong, and slapped her chest hard, "I knew it, hey! I knew it!"

Only James held his head in his hands, his knees softened, and he fell directly to the ground, letting out a wail, "No! This is what happens when movies become reality, Jesus Christ."

This appearance made people's laughter and complaints rise to another level. Both in and out of the movie, James was completely reduced to a supporting role.

Obviously, James's heart was directly broken and he collapsed.

Seth scrambled forward and began to perform CPR on James. The surrounding laughter was thunderous, and everyone was staggering, extremely lively.

Kristen was immediately drowned in the noise, covering her ears with her hands, looking at Anson with a smiling face—

Not much is needed, a little progress is enough, at least she was seen too.

From Robert Ebert to "Rolling Stone," good reviews, one after another, after the darkness, praise once again took the upper hand.

Moreover, this time the throttle was pressed to the end, and the overflowing praise swept the screen, unable to stop, completely igniting the morning in Los Angeles.

Unbelievable, but everything is indeed unfolding.

"The New York Times," one hundred points, "In a daze, I can't remember the last time a summer blockbuster genre film was so satisfying and easily exceeded expectations."

"The Los Angeles Times," one hundred points, "The terrible computer effects are simply a disaster, smeared all over the face; however, this film unbelievably possesses a true heart—a heart that has almost disappeared in commercial genre films. Anson Wood undoubtedly shines on the big screen."

"Variety," ninety-five points, "Reminds us once again how fascinating a movie experience can be. We immerse ourselves unreservedly in this gentle and heartbreaking story, sometimes soaring into the clouds, sometimes falling into the abyss, and when the movie ends, we feel excited and want to run wildly in the night wind."

"The Hollywood Reporter," ninety-five points, "A perfect balance, photography, scheduling, story, characters, everything achieves an excellent state of harmony; and Anson Wood's performance makes Peter Parker have real flesh and blood. He is a real person, not just a narrative tool."

The four major authoritative media outlets appeared, with consistent views.