From Flower Vase to Film Emperor in Hollywood

The most special thing about the movie "The Butterfly Effect" is that it's not just limited to time travel. It clarifies those connections and framework based on psychological changes, meaning everything has a root cause.

Precisely because of this, Mackie and Eric are particularly disgusted when other laymen point fingers, because they don't understand anything.

Also because of this, when Anson approached the topic from the root and motivation, Mackie and Eric were involuntarily drawn into it.

However, Anson doesn't have in-depth research on psychology, and he's not too sure. He can only throw out a possibility and wait for a brainstorming session of clashing ideas.

"Perhaps, we should leave a clue."

"For example, even though Evan is currently in a relationship, he is not happy; also, Evan always feels that something is missing from his life, and he is easily stunned and dazed, but he can't find the reason."

"Also, for example, he can retain some of the purest and simplest beautiful memories, or habits. This action or state can be linked to Keller, connecting to the past from a psychological level."

"Many people believe that first love is irreplaceable. There are many possible reasons, and a major part of the reason is the simplicity of the original love, without any interests or life troubles, a pure relationship, so people easily equate first love with ultimate happiness, just like we desire to return to childhood."

"Precisely because of this, Evan believes that realizing first love can make life complete."

"In the first act of the movie, we don't need too much, just leave a thread, a memory, a habit, a connection from Keller, which can become the key to opening the story later."

Anson is also working hard to give the character room for extension and expansion as much as possible without affecting the script's framework and narrative rhythm.

In fact, for genre films, actors only need a small space to perform, not too greedy or too ambitious, just right.

What Anson wants to avoid most is breaking the film's own narrative rhythm—

That would be a real disaster.

Therefore, Anson didn't give specific information, telling Mackie and Eric what to do, but threw out an idea and then returned the initiative of creation to the two screenwriters.

So, what was the result?

Even though Anson had been extra cautious, even though Anson naturally cut to the point through a series of arrangements, even though Anson had firmly grasped the attention of the two screenwriters, and was about to successfully reach the high ground.

At the last moment, he still alarmed Mackie.

"Are you teaching us how to write a script?"

With one sentence, the atmosphere immediately cooled down.

Mackie: ???

Anson did not avoid it, and looked at Mackie frankly.

"No, I'm not teaching you how to write a script, I'm participating in the creation of the movie as an actor."

"You should know that the creation of a movie, in addition to the screenwriter and director, also involves actors, as well as photographers, lighting engineers, and others, right?"

Mackie muttered, "Sophistry."

That posture was not friendly.

But Anson wasn't angry, but found it interesting—

Just as he and Edgar said, he and Mackie and Eric are in similar positions. He understands their mentality and their persistence and resistance; but the difference is that he has a choice, while Mackie and Eric are standing on the edge of a cliff.

"Mackie."

"You know, I have a choice."

"I can make a request from the standpoint of a producer. You must modify it this way, otherwise the cooperation will fall apart."

Anson noticed that Mackie was about to speak, but this time, he took the lead.

"Of course, you can refuse. The negotiation ends here. We don't need to waste each other's time. You continue to look for the next investor, and I will continue to choose the next project."

"But, I didn't."

"After going around in circles, I and you are fighting wits and courage to promote it. It's definitely not because I have too much time. I would rather lie in Cancun and bask in the sun than sit here and watch your faces; it's because I like this project, agree with your ideas, and sincerely hope that we can complete the creation of this project together."

"You can say, get lost, you have spent seven years on this script, and you know the details of this script better than anyone else."

"At the same time, you must also admit that those involved are confused, and perhaps the perspective of a third party can often open up a new way of thinking for creation."

"So, the story goes back to the origin."

"Put down your prejudice, you can think about whether our discussion just now has value."

Anson was carefully considering every word—

He didn't discuss right or wrong, didn't condescendingly point fingers, and didn't sarcastically ridicule, always insisting on his cooperative stance.

Obviously, Eric was tempted. He looked at Anson, then at Mackie who was unmoved, and eagerly called out "Mackie," but Mackie didn't respond.

Anson wasn't surprised. He showed a smile, "I think today's discussion ends here. If you are interested, you know my agent's phone number."

After speaking, Anson picked up the soda, took a sip, then looked at the price list, took out his wallet, and left the cash for his soda.

Under Eric's bewildered gaze, Anson slowly and unhurriedly finished this series of actions, then nodded, got up and left.

Eric's gaze frantically went back and forth between Anson and Mackie, watching Anson leave the coffee shop, and encountering two fans at the door. Anson gentlemanly refused the photo request but gave them each a hug, causing whispers and screams from the people around.

Eric couldn't bear it anymore, turned to look at Mackie, and called out.

"Mackie!"

Mackie had to use all his strength to control the urge to turn his head.

Eric was very depressed.

"Mackie, he is already the perfect choice, even if it's not a perfect score of 100, it's already 99."

"He is right."

"Those ideas and inspirations of his completely shut us both up. He not only knows the project like the back of his hand, but also has research on the characters and the script, and he can also bring us investment. What else are you asking for?"

Mackie was also a little angry, "That's exactly why he's dangerous. Either know nothing and just be responsible for acting; or be proficient in everything, and be able to give professional advice not only on production, but also on distribution, publicity, etc."

"It's those half-baked guys like him who think they're so great who like to point fingers during the cooperation process, that's a disaster."

Eric didn't care, "So, do you think there is any producer or actor we have met so far who doesn't point fingers or think they know everything? Is there anyone better than Anson?"

"At least, Anson is trying."

"So, what else are you asking for?"