Rebirth In Hollywood

"Alan, it is impossible for a movie to completely copy the setting of the game."

Walking in the factory of Industrial Light and Magic, Ryan said to Blizzard President Alan Adham who came here specially, "This film is derived from novels and games, but it will only become a disaster if it is copied from the game. .”

"But in the script..." Alan Adham was obviously not satisfied with Ryan's script, "Not only did the tribe become a complete villain, they didn't even participate in the final battle of Icecrown Fortress."

"It's a movie!"

Ryan has the urge to cover his forehead, no wonder some people always say that the Horde is Blizzard's own son, "The length of the film is limited, it is impossible to cover everything, and the protagonist is Arthas? Menethil, the focus is on the Kingdom of Lordaeron With the story of the undead from natural disasters, it is impossible for us to spend a lot of space to shape the characters of the tribe."

"All right."

In fact, Alan Adhan also knows that he is just a layman when it comes to movies, but he is not reconciled to the fact that the tribe is just playing soy sauce.

Even if Alan Adhan came to see him in person at Industrial Light \u0026 Magic, Ryan would not change his mind. As he said, it is impossible for movies to cram so many heroes in one brain like novels and games. The protagonist of this film is Alsace, and the supporting roles other than the protagonist are mainly used to shape the people around Alsace.

Instead of letting a completely face-made tribe come out to make soy sauce, it might as well just serve as the background.

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"Alan, this is just the beginning of the movie."

When he walked into the prop warehouse, Ryan continued to say to him, "If the trilogy can be successful, we can make it into a series like "X-Men". Continue to grow."

"If the trilogy can be successful." Alan Adhan said hastily, "I very much hope that Thrall can go to the big screen."

Sure enough, the Horde is Blizzard's own son.

Hear what the other person has to say. Ryan can only sigh in this way, but these are all things in the future. If the current trilogy cannot be successful, the so-called extension is just a delusion.

"Here are all the props designed by Industrial Light and Magic for the movie."

The huge warehouse is full of swords and armor, and there are even some 'skeleton racks', Ryan pointed casually, "Alan, you can look around, most of the designs are borrowed from the weapons in the game,

But not so cumbersome. "

Those gorgeous and messy weapons can appear in the game. But if it appeared in a movie, it would be a disaster. While maintaining the characteristics of the game props, the designers of Industrial Light and Magic simplified it to a certain extent, making it look more like a combat weapon rather than a gorgeous one. decorations.

"Hi, Nat."

Asking people from Industrial Light and Magic to accompany Alan Adham, Ryan went straight to the innermost part of the warehouse and found Natalie who was checking the props. "How does it feel?"

"Well, it's not bad." Natalie put down the helmet of dominion in her hand, "Seeing these props, here I am..."

She pointed to her forehead. "A lot of pictures are automatically generated."

"How's your shot draft going?" Ryan took his weapon from the shelf and tried the weight. Although it wasn't very heavy, it didn't feel light. "Do you need my help?"

Natalie shook her head, "Don't worry, the movie won't be delayed."

The preparation period of the film lasted for half a year. Whether it is Natalie as the director or Industrial Light and Magic who contracted the special effects, it takes time to prepare for the filming.

This is a super giant production with a production cost of up to 150 million US dollars, not a small production with an investment of tens of millions or even millions of dollars.

Although successful video game movies are rare, Disney still has a huge budget for the movie.

Wielding the power of Menethil in his hand, Ryan put it back, and then picked up Frostmourne from the other side. It was made of aluminum alloy, and its weight was far less than it seemed.

Of course, this is just a concept version, after all, the sword will not appear in the first part of the film.

Today's Industrial Light and Magic is completely owned by Walt Disney. Although its profitability can only be considered average, it is an indispensable and even a key part of film production. After the acquisition of Lucasfilm, it also makes up for the After breaking the last shortcoming of the entire group, Disney's future films can be completely self-produced and sold.

When they came here this time, Ryan and Natalie checked the preliminary preparation progress of Industrial Light and Magic. After checking the props, they went to the special effects production department. After the general idea, Industrial Light \u0026 Magic has already started the preliminary design.

In general, ILM's preliminary preparations were very reassuring. Ryan and Natalie didn't stay long, and left San Francisco by car.

"In order to make a snow scene in Northrend..."

On the car back, Natalie was still discussing the work of the crew with Ryan, "The special effects team of Industrial Light and Magic went to Greenland and the North Pole to shoot scenes a while ago. I don't plan to shoot snow scenes on the spot. This part will be synthesized by CG."

"You are the director." Ryan didn't have the slightest objection. Compared with Natalie today, he can only be regarded as a layman in the directing industry. "You have the final say on the specific shooting."

"Morik has gone to Australia." Natalie mentioned the executive producer of the film, "Supervising the studio setting of Warner Bros. Movie World. If there is no accident, we can start shooting around February next year." gone."

"Um."

Ryan nodded, and suddenly thought of another important question, "Nate, where are the actors?"

"The special effects of the film are the focus of the cost." Natalie obviously considered it very clearly, "The crew has a limited budget in terms of actors' remuneration, and you have to pay 20 million US dollars. Therefore, in addition to the male and female protagonists, Julius and I I don’t plan to invite any more first-line actors.”

"It was a wise decision."

The era of relying on celebrities to attract box office has long passed. Just look at Depp's five consecutive pounces outside of "Pirates of the Caribbean". Ryan very much agrees with Natalie and Julius' ideas.

"The highlight of the film is not the performance of the actors, and we don't need high salaries to invite actors with excellent acting skills."

Having been by Ryan's side for so many years, Natalie certainly understands what the selling point of this kind of film is, "As long as their acting skills can pass the test."

"Then..." Ryan pinched his chin and asked, "Where is the heroine? I have auditioned twice, is there anyone I like?"

"have……"

Hearing Natalie's slightly hesitant voice, Ryan made a gesture of invitation.

"Jaina Proudmoore's candidate, Julius and I both agree with Gale."

Having said that, Natalie sighed helplessly, "Sylvanas? The role of Windrunner, Alison wants..."

"Her?" Ryan frowned, "Is she serious?"

"Of course!" Natalie gave him a pair of white eyes, "Although Alison's acting skills are very average, the three sisters of the Windrunners in the role setting are just vases, and Sylvanas doesn't have many roles, I miss her Should be able to handle it."

"If you and Julius agree," Ryan said that Taylor has nothing to do with it, and besides, it's not a role that requires acting skills, "I have no problem."

"I think Alison will be happy." Natalie suddenly sighed, "Although she never said it, I can tell that she has always wanted to cooperate with you."

"Is Gail's schedule suitable?" Ryan asked about the heroine again.

"The Avengers" was a great success, and Warner Bros. and comics are naturally not far behind. "Green Lantern" and the new "Superman" series are in production, and "Justice League" is also on the agenda. A successful film role, Wonder Woman will have a series of cameo work to tie the whole Justice League together.

"Gail has coordinated with Warner Bros." Natalie was clearly prepared, "Schedule is not a problem."

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The Rolls-Royce saloon drove directly to North Hollywood and soon stopped in front of Natalie's house.

"I'm getting out of the car."

Natalie kissed Ryan on the face, "I'm going to Australia tomorrow, if there is any problem here, Ryan, you can contact Julis."

"Honey." Ryan reached out to open the car door for her, "Why do I feel like you are the boss?"

"Because I'm the director!" Natalie got out of the car and waved her hand, "So you have to listen to me."

Saying goodbye to Natalie, Ryan didn't stop in North Hollywood, and told the driver to go back to the Disney Building in Burbank, where he picked up Sandy, who was with Taylor, from Disney Animation Studios.

"Dad, Dad..."

After getting in the car, Sandy leaned next to Ryan and kept talking, "I watched a movie with my sister, that princess is so beautiful."

"Elsa." Taylor on the opposite side explained.

"Well, it's her!" Sandy nodded hastily, "The castle she built and her skirt are so beautiful, I want them too."

Seeing how much his daughter liked it, Ryan seemed to see Taylor when he was a child.

Taylor pointed to a few handbags beside her, "These are limited edition products of "Frozen Adventure", and I specially ordered them for Sunny."

"Seeing Sunny..." Taylor hugged Sandy and kissed her forehead, "I thought of the old me."

"Before?" Sandy opened her big blue eyes and asked curiously, "What was my sister like when she was a child?"

"As naughty as you."

Reaching out to rub his daughter's blond hair, Ryan asked Taylor, "The movie will be released soon, remember to adjust the schedule."

"Black-hearted capitalist." Taylor muttered intentionally, "He won't even let his own sister go." (To be continued...)

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