Hollywood Road

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Every Hollywood star will never lack gossip and gossip around him, like James Franco, N versions of love stories about him and Lily Collins are circulated in tabloids and the Internet, similar to the plot of the uncle seducing the little loli It's endless, so his reputation is not much better than Murphy and Robert Downey Jr. and a few others.

In addition to these, James Franco in life is not a person who is particularly dedicated to acting career, otherwise he would not only have the current achievements.

How would you rate your friends? Murphy knew exactly what to say, "The star is just Franco's usual mask to face the world of Hollywood, and what is hidden under this mask is the personality of a literary youth who is always tirelessly pursuing his hobbies." heart."

The following questions are almost all related to the movie, mainly to create a topic effect with Murphy as the center, and then promote and promote the movie.

As the interview draws to a close, Gretchen Carlson turns the topic to the movie that's in theaters.

"Murphy, what did you think of your performance on The End of the World?" she asked.

"It's okay, I tried my best." Murphy spread his hands, "I think it's a huge improvement over "The Hangover."

Gretchen Carlson joked, "Is that because the show on 'The Hangover' was so bad?"

Murphy nodded directly, "I admit that."

The two laughed at the same time, and Gretchen Carlson asked again, "Are you still going to be in the movie as an actor?"

"I really want to, but I don't think many directors are willing to use me." Murphy said helplessly, "So, I can only continue to work with my good friends."

As long as the schedule is right and conditions permit, he will also star in movies with other Stanton party members.

Finally, the recording came to an end with a few minor problems.

Going back to the dressing room to remove the makeup, Murphy left the studio and returned to Beverly Hills by car. He first went to Rodell Avenue to pick up the ring he ordered last month from a jewelry center, and then went to Century City Meet Gal Gadot and have dinner with Kara Firth.

During dinner, the two sides specifically discussed the promotion and distribution of "Diego Ross".

Thanksgiving is coming soon, and the screening in mid-December is not too far away, and the promotional work of this film is also starting.

"There is basically no problem with the MPAA."

In the Italian restaurant on the first floor of the Fox Building, Kara Firth sat by the window seat and said to Murphy and Gal Gadot, "It is estimated that the rating of the film will come down next week, and it must be an R rating. .”

Gal Gadot put down the knife, took a sip from the water glass, and said, "That's good, it won't delay the screening of the film."

"I propose not to hold a trial screening," Murphy picked up a napkin and wiped his mouth, "What do you think of the inside of Twentieth Century Fox?"

Kara Firth also put down the knife and fork, "There is no need for a trial screening, but the company has specially prepared a screening room for film critics and media for the film, and it will be screened together with other screening sites."

"Has the invitation list been finalized?" Murphy asked.

"Basically all the major media have been invited." Kara Firth thought for a moment and said, "As for the film critics, Todd McCarthy, Kenneth Turan and other professional film critics in the Los Angeles area have been invited. Some well-known film critics in other regions are professional film critics who have rated you highly in the past."

She sighed, "It's a pity that Roger Ebert is seriously ill. He has always liked your style. If he writes a highly praised film review for you, we will have more capital to hit the awards season."

Murphy shrugged, "It's impossible."

According to his vague memory, the famous Pulitzer Prize winner didn't seem to live long.

Gal Gadot said at this time, "Can't you send a copy to Roger Ebert?"

If she remembers correctly,

In the past few years, Roger Ebert's physical condition was very poor, and Murphy's films always sent copies to Chicago.

"He didn't accept the copies of my two films recently." Murphy shook his head, "It seems that there are no new film reviews."

Kara Firth answered, "The copy of Twentieth Century Fox will still be sent to Chicago, whether Roger Ebert will receive it or not is beyond our control."

Indeed, with Roger Ebert's current physical condition, no one can guarantee that he can accept the copy of the movie. Murphy is also very aware of this, and he asked again, "What about the movie theater?"

"It will be screened in five theaters first." Kara Firth has already made a detailed screening plan, "Three in Los Angeles and two in New York."

This is also the most commonly used screening strategy for niche films that hit the awards season. A certain entry threshold is set up, so that passers-by audiences can be discarded as much as possible in the early screenings, and negative reviews can be reduced, thereby gaining a higher reputation. Under the impetus, expand the scale of the screening.

For 20th Century Fox, this basic award season screening strategy is not too difficult, and word-of-mouth marketing is also a customary award season promotion method.

Murphy nodded, he was confident enough about 20th Century Fox, and asked, "What about the publicity?"

"Except for the pre-roll advertisement on "The End of the World." Kara Feith is the direct person in charge. "At present, the film is mainly promoted through the Internet and print media."

She looked outside the window and said, "After the film is released, we will use newspapers and magazines to hype the topic; then we will expand the screening to a certain scale, and when the academy starts mailing Oscar nomination ballots, we will conduct high-level discussions on TV and radio. Concentrated spread of intensity."

These are established plans.

"Don't ignore the Internet and social media." Murphy reminded, "As far as I know, many college judges have registered social network accounts, and some of them are more active."

"Yeah." Kara Feith nodded, "I'll let someone in charge of this work."

The three talked about "Diego Ross" for a while, and gradually changed the subject.

"By the way, Murphy." Kara Firth asked suddenly, "Are you going to the Murdoch family's New Year's party?"

Murphy shook his head, "I don't have time."

He turned to look at Gal Gadot, "We're going to negotiate with Boston..."

The advantages of making friends with the Murdoch family far outweigh the disadvantages, but the time is wrong now, and he does not want to involve himself in the power struggle within the Murdoch family.

Kara Firth knew Murphy well and didn't say much.

Murphy added, "I also have to talk to Netflix, and Stanton Studios may cooperate with them on a series of political dramas."

As early as several years ago, Netflix had invited him. At that time, the timing was not very ripe. He didn't directly agree, but he thought of a political novel written by Michael Dobbs, and someone bought the right to adapt it. So Now working with Netflix is ​​also good.

Netflix (li) is an Internet media company established in 1997. The movie DVD rental business carried out by the online subscription model is flourishing and attracting attention. Now the company has developed rapidly and has begun to participate in film and television production. Currently Actively preparing to shoot TV series and movies.

It is Netflix's strategy to attract big directors and big stars to join with super high prices.

For the cooperation in political dramas, Netflix is ​​very tempted, and the possibility of cooperation between the two parties is also very high.

Of course, Murphy is busy with work, and it is impossible to direct this series in person. Even if he directs it himself, it will only be one episode at most. If the two parties cooperate, he is going to hand it over to Paul Wilson. "Game of Thrones" is about to end up.

Having filmed a series full of intrigue and political struggle like "Game of Thrones", Paul Wilson should not have much difficulty taking over this series.

Thinking about it now, I am afraid that he will still be very busy in the next few years. Such a TV series cannot be handled by a screenwriter. It is definitely necessary to hire a screenwriter team, but also come up with a story outline and main character settings.

A busy life is more suitable for him. Murphy can't imagine how he would spend his days with a lot of money to eat and die. How boring and terrifying it would be.

In fact, there are other advantages to working with Netflix, which can avoid hanging on the tree of 20th Century Fox.

The collaboration between Stanton Studios and 20th Century Fox is a pleasure, but Murphy knows that the world is constantly evolving, and the future is anyone's guess.

"I'm going to the bathroom." Gal Gadot stood up and left.

"Do you have time for Thanksgiving?"

Seeing Gal Gadot walking away, Murphy said to Carla Firth, "I'm going to hold a party on Thanksgiving and only invite friends."

Kara Firth was puzzled, "What are you going to do?"

From what she knew about Murphy, he was obviously planning something.

Murphy smiled, "I just got a custom-made ring."

"Are you going to propose to Gail?" Kara Firth immediately understood what he was going to do, "Did I guess right?"

"Yeah." Murphy didn't need to deny it, "So, I'm going to prepare a small engagement party on Thanksgiving."

Kara Firth tilted her head and looked at Murphy, "Do you think Gale will agree?"

Murphy shrugged, "Isn't it?"

He saw Gal Gadot walking back, and said to Carla Firth, "Don't tell Gal, keep it secret for me."

"No problem." Kara Firth laughed, "Remember to tell me the result as soon as possible."

After Gal Gadot came back, Kara Firth did not mention this matter, and the three chatted for a while, and after Murphy paid the bill, they left the restaurant together and left Century City by car.

Murphy drove a black off-road vehicle all the way, and soon returned to Wave Manor.