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In the afternoon, Denis Villeneuve came to Davis Studio.

The Canadian director has been preparing for filming with Graham King since signing the contract for "Prince of Thieves" two months ago.

"The preparations are going very smoothly. Graham has already led some people to Boston." Villeneuve came to see Martin today. The main purpose was not to give feedback on the crew's progress: "Have you coordinated the schedule? Martin, I need to be clear. schedule and then plan the shoot based on your time.”

Martin asked directly: "Based on the preparations, when will the filming start?"

Villeneuve replied: "Under normal circumstances, shooting will start in June and the shooting may last from 45 to 60 days, because a large number of street scene scenes will be shot, so there is a certain degree of uncertainty."

According to the original plan, Martin planned to leave the three-month period in June, July and August to Nolan.

However, the progress of "Interstellar" was not smooth. Many large companies jointly invested in the production. Instead of bringing convenience, they frequently argued with each other, resulting in slow preparation progress.

Warner Pictures, in particular, was furious because Jon Berg was sued by Nolan.

This CEO, who is considered a genius most of the time, might not want to teach Nolan a lesson.

Martin thought for a while: "There is no problem with my schedule. You can make a shooting plan according to this time. It is best to arrange my scenes in the front."

Villeneuve confirmed: "I will make a shooting plan as soon as possible and transfer to the studio."

He was about to leave, and before leaving, he specifically reminded: "Martin, use firearms, especially AK series firearms..."

Martin gave him reassurance: "I have a fixed time to practice every week."

Villeneuve found that working with an actor like Martin was really worry-free.

After discussing the schedule with Martin, Villeneuve left immediately and will attend actor auditions in the next few days.

The heroine has basically been determined, and Martin directly recommended someone to join the cast. The actress from New York, Alexandra Daddario, will play the heroine, and there are even candidates for the supporting actress.

This project was originally produced by Davis Studio, and Martin had the greatest say in the selection of actors.

Villeneuve auditioned mainly for supporting actors and other actors.

In the office, Martin called Nolan's phone to inquire about the progress of "Interstellar".

"I'm fed up with this kind of copyright dispersion, with multiple major producers participating in investment projects." Nolan complained on the phone: "Various situations emerge one after another, and every time they occur, the project has to press the pause button."

Martin asked: "The problem is still with Warner Pictures?"

Nolan said: "I'm fed up with Jon Berg and his team at Warner Bros. They always have a lot of creative ideas, especially Jon Berg, who wants to cast him in "Giant" The successful production experience of "Jack the Catcher" was introduced into my crew."

The news was so shocking that even Martin was stunned when he heard it.

The Warner team won’t even let Nolan go?

At this point, Nolan couldn't control himself and swore: "I'm going to kill his whole family. If he dares to do this, I won't resign as director!"

Martin asked: "'Jack the Giant Catcher' is still some time away from being released, and Jon Berg can't wait to promote his successful experience?"

Nolan calmed down: "He thinks the film will be successful."

Martin understood that the president of Warner Pictures wanted to create a miracle by combining the best of multiple cuts.

Nolan said: "Spielberg is taking the lead and a producer coordination meeting will be held soon, and the results are expected to be available soon."

"Chris, you are busy first." Martin hung up the phone proactively.

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Warner Studios and the "Interstellar" studio were established as early as the beginning of this year.

But project preparations are progressing slowly.

Initially, director Nolan was busy with the final production of "The Dark Knight Rises" and had no time to think about anything else.

Later, the Nolans and his wife joined the crew, and Warner Pictures came up with genius ideas one after another, which was overwhelming.

Warner Pictures president Jon Berg clearly wants to take control of the project.

This genius feels very good about himself, but in the eyes of onlookers, after Jon Berg took office, almost all of the medium and large-scale investment projects he personally grasped, such as "Pharaohs and Gods" and "Dark Land", failed.

In other words, we have made some profits from a few small-investment projects.

Spielberg, one of the producers and investors and the initiator of the project, convened this coordination meeting.

The project has huge investment and the producers have high hopes. The heads of Paramount, DreamWorks and Warner Pictures were all present, which is why Spielberg is so proud.

In addition, the Nolans also participated in the meeting.

"We must have the final cut rights. This is finalized when the director agreement is signed." Emma Thomas said it strongly, because Nolan has enough confidence.

She crossed her hands on the conference table and looked at Jon Berg diagonally across from her: "This is a super-production with a production budget of up to 180 million U.S. dollars, not an experimental film!"

Jon Berg could hear that these words were directed at him, and he subconsciously wanted to speak.

Nolan first said: "If you can't trust me, I can resign from the director position."

Bob from Paramount Pictures quickly said: "I always believe that you are the most suitable director."

Spielberg, who looked like a good gentleman, said at this time: "It is best to leave the shooting and production of the project to professionals."

"Okay, the final editing rights can be given to Chris." Jon Berg took a step back and became tougher: "But as for the male lead, I don't agree with the choice of Martin Davis."

Nolan argued rationally: "Martin's acting skills, image, and market appeal are all top-notch in Hollywood. He is the most suitable actor."

Jon Berg reminded: "Don't forget, his salary is also the top in the industry! The 20+20 model will drain our profits. And in this film, who is the leading actor is the key?"

Bob chose neutral on this issue. Martin Davis is a suitable option, but not a necessary option.

Paramount Pictures has created classic and commercially successful series in cooperation with superstars, but it has also experienced the troubling experience of half of a movie's profits being taken away by superstars.

Yes, he was thinking of Tom Cruise and the "Mission: Impossible" series.

Paramount Pictures once became a wage earner for superstars.

Spielberg has always liked to cooperate with big-name stars in commercial blockbusters, saying: "Superstars can bring huge buzz, advertising and publicity effects, especially superstars like Martin, who have extremely strong market appeal. "

Although Jon Berg objected for the sake of objecting, he prepared sufficient reasons and excuses: "Have you forgotten which movie Martin Davis won the Oscar for Best Actor for? It was also a space drama. He also played an astronaut! He played a similar role in two consecutive films..."

"First of all, this male protagonist is not an astronaut, but a father!" Nolan directly interrupted Jon Berg: "Secondly, this film will not be released until 2014 at the earliest, during which Martin will have With multiple movies released, the so-called role overlap is not a problem at all.”

Jon Berg was interrupted, looking a little ugly, and said: "But there are still huge risks. The project production budget is as high as 180 million US dollars. Why are we still discussing preparation issues today? Because the risks must be eliminated as much as possible !”

Of course he has made preparations: "If you insist on hiring a superstar to play the leading role, I think Tom Cruise is more suitable. At least he has a daughter, has established a family, and knows how to be a father and take care of the family. Responsibility!"

Even Spielberg found these latter words reasonable, because the theme of the film is not about space at all.

Nor is it about exploring black holes, exploring the mysteries of time and space, etc.

These are all on the outside, but inside they are all the same routine that has remained unchanged in mainstream Hollywood movies for more than 20 years.

Spielberg said matter-of-factly: "Tommy would be a good fit, too."

Hearing the name of Tom Cruise, Bob couldn't sit still. Although Paramount Pictures had just collaborated with Tom Cruise on "Mission: Impossible 4", it resisted all objections and added Bran in it. In this role, the plan is to let Jeremy Renner, who has a small hand and is more obedient, replace Tom Cruise.

However, it is true that the effect is not good. The audience still only recognizes Tom Cruise and Ethan Hunt. Paramount Pictures can only pinch its nose and continue to cooperate with Tom Cruise.

This doesn't mean Paramount Pictures wants to work with Tom Cruise on other big-budget movies.

Summer Redstone, the real boss of Paramount, personally jumped out to step on Tom Cruise a few years ago. If Cruise hadn't been rich in blood, he would have been trampled to death.

Bob immediately spoke out: "I think Tommy is not suitable. His understanding of family and father-daughter relationships is completely distorted because of Scientology. Not only can these not help him shape his character, but they will also become a drag." .”

Spielberg is older and has a relatively good temper, and acts as a lubricant: "How about this, we invite Martin and Tommy to audition for this role."

"I don't agree." Nolan objected directly. He has never worked with Tom Cruise, but he knows that Tom Cruise is very difficult to deal with on the set.

Martin collaborated with him twice in succession. The two of them worked together tacitly. They often knew how to act and shoot just by looking at each other.

Nolan looked at Spielberg: "Steven, when we signed the director's contract, I said that Martin's starring role was one of the prerequisites for me to direct this project. You agreed at that time!"

Jon Berg said: "I am opposed to using Martin Davis. If he takes on the leading role, Warner Pictures will withdraw from this project."

Warner Bros. is one of the rights holders, and Warner Pictures' withdrawal means the project will be shut down.

Spielberg, who presided over the meeting, had a big head and three heads. During the meeting, he also proposed that DreamWorks acquire the rights from Warner, but Jon Berg rejected it.

Towards the end of the meeting, no agreement could be reached.