King of Hollywood Chapter 255: The most profitable person
Chapter 255 The most profitable person
"Schindler's List" was finally officially released at the end of 1993. After a lot of preliminary publicity has been done and countless people's attention has been received, it has suddenly received countless praise.
"Spielberg once again demonstrated his amazing talent. He used a black and white film to do what the color film did not, and let those who question him shut their mouths." Los Angeles Times
"Heavy, depressive, and hopeful, this is a masterpiece of humanitarianism. Spielberg is no longer childlike, but he gives the audience an uncomfortable work that has to be watched." The Hollywood Reporter
"Saving one person is like saving the whole world. Adrian, who is the producer of "Schindler's List", is indeed right. Although I still insist that Schindler's motivation in history is not so simple, I agree that this is the Ministry Masterpiece." Chicago Lun Altar
Including the sharp words, no matter how good the film is, the film critic Roger Albert who likes to lose two sentences, also praised the film in his own column and gave his thumbs.
"Since the beginning of the age, the film has been colored. Although the black and white film has not completely disappeared on the screen, it has also completely reduced to a performance place. The directors make black and white films more to show their own Unique tastes, because the more colors can express the richer things.
But Spielberg has now broken through this. Although "Schindler's List" only has two colors, we can see more colors than black and white. When the one-armed old man was killed on the snow, there was a strong contrast between the blood flowing out and the snow; when the women in the concentration camp had to make their pale faces look rosy, to avoid being picked out by the Nazis, they had to When you pierced your fingers and smeared blood on your face; when the children in the concentration camp hid in the pit under the toilet in order to avoid the Nazi search; when the women ran in circles in the concentration camp with their bodies naked. Although there are only two colors, the shock and impact caused us to see more, and the heavy color cannot bring.
The Spielberg-style montage is used throughout the movie, full of simple but meaningful metaphors. For example, Aymon pulled a Jewish worker out, pointed at his head and even shot a few shots because of There was no problem and no bullets were fired. Even so, he continued to pull the trigger without giving up. The destructiveness of the human body can be seen here.
However, the most admirable is the whole film. The only girl who walked through the Holocaust with colors. Using such a bright red color to represent the symbolism of the slaughter, people couldn't help but want to get up and applaud. However, Spielberg personally admitted that this very Spielberg idea was not his own idea, but was provided by his friend Adrian? Kewell, and Kewell not only helped him a lot in this movie, but also provided After investing in the entire movie, I have to say that this young man deserves the title of “miracle director”. "
Of course, there are criticism articles, but most of them are not painful. The more well-known media, the more so, most of them criticize from the shooting techniques and angles, and at the same time they all praise this part. A great work full of humanitarianism. After all, anti-fascism is politically correct no matter where it is, and there are a large number of old guys behind it, even the most extreme anti-Semitic elements dare not openly raise objections.
Because of this momentum, the family theater line was obtained before the release, and then expanded to the home immediately after the release. But that's it. Although the old guys hope more people can enjoy the movie, they can't violate the market rules unless they completely monopolize the cinema.
It doesn’t matter, this kind of start is relatively good compared to other art movies. Adrian made up his mind for a long-term screening from the beginning. As long as the current momentum continues and gradually rises, the cinema owner must also abide by market rules. of.
In short, from the end of 1993 to the beginning of 1994, the film most discussed by Americans is "Schindler's List", and various praises have emerged. The Jewish communities in major cities across the United States have held The grand mourning event, even Clinton yelled at a news conference: "I urgently ask you to see this video."
Whether he really thought that he still wanted to please voters, or had a deal with some people, it is unknown. In any case, this is another addition to the "Schindler's List" with firewood, making it more and more vigorous in the United States. Three weeks later, not only did the number of theaters increase to the home, but the total box office in North America also received 20,000, and this momentum has not weakened. Probably, Jewish families in North America have gone to watch this movie.
The situation in Europe is even hotter. After all, it is the main victim of Jews. When the film was released in European countries, many Jewish families took the initiative to promote it, plus the unprecedented Jews who were ravaged after World War II. Unity, the old guy on the American side just contacted a little bit, and German Chancellor Cole appeared at the German screening of "Schindler's List."
Of course, such achievements and such a great momentum can be achieved, which is not related to the outstanding performance of the movie. As Adrian said a long time ago, the reason why "Schindler's List" will be favored will be sought after will be favored by those old guys, the key lies in its entertainment ng, or more close to the feelings of ordinary people.
Whether it is "Warsaw Street" or "Anne Diary" or "Bare in the Wolves", either time is too long, "Warsaw Street" is a 49-year work; all have narrow perspectives, "Anne Diary" And "Nudity in the Wolves" is from a person's perspective, describing a family or several family affairs.
And "Schindler's List" has three perspectives, and shows the history in an all-round way. More importantly, Spielberg knows what kind of plot and what kind of characters viewers prefer to see. "Lee's List" has to get a good box office in Germany. In addition to the self-reflection of the Germans, the protagonist is one of the reasons why the Germans are not bad.
The audience will naturally be touched and shocked by these, and the Jewish people will naturally find out what role this movie can play in publicity, and "Schindler's List" will naturally be hotly sought after. .
Because of this movie, Spielberg’s position in Hollywood is more stable. You must know that at least half of the founders of the seven major film companies are Jews, and the other half are more or less related to Jews.
Similarly, Kingsley also received more admiration, and the situation of Nissen and Fiennes in Hollywood also opened up. In particular, Nissen had to dress up every time he traveled during the film release, otherwise countless people would watch around no matter where he went, and sometimes he would meet the people who used the film as reality to thank him as Schindler over and over again.
Fiennes is not so lucky. Who made him the villain? However, there are still a lot of filmmakers come to the door, but this British child is not here, he seems to prefer to make British movies. Of course, Hollywood movies with good scripts will also be picked up, but all have been verbally reserved for Adrian.
However, it is not them who made the most money from this movie.
"You are an amazing young man, Ed, who has both a mind and a vision, and is so talented." Among the people in a circle of suits and trousers, a slightly fat old man in his early days said to Adrian.
"Yes, Steven personally said that without you, this movie might be a lot eclipsed." Another old man with a short stature said, and his words led to a consistent nod.
"Overwhelming, this is the result of everyone’s joint efforts." Adrian said with a smile, and then he looked up and raised the cup in his hand: "Although it is not suitable on this occasion, I still want to invite You guys..."
"It's okay, it should be." One of them also raised his glass and became serious.
"Respect those who lost their lives in suffering, and rest in the arms of the Lord." Adrian said so.
After a drink, he said a few more words, and Adrian immediately left and came to the father and son who were talking.
"Already finished talking?" Benedict looked at his godson with a smile.
"Yes, Godfather." Adrian nodded, "It's a good chat."
"You are excellent, Ed," Benedict patted his shoulder, "I can think of such a method."
"It just so happens that if you don't meet Steven, you won't have the situation now." Adrian said modestly.
"No no no, Ed, there are not so many accidental things in this world, all things are for a reason, if you don’t cheer up, don’t make a movie, don’t get so much easier, even if you meet Stie The text will not be without the current situation." Benedict smiled gently, "So you are very good."
"Dad." Claude couldn't help shouting.
"Okay, son, you are also excellent," Benedict burst out laughing, "You two are excellent, I am proud of you, very proud."
He patted the two of them hard again~IndoMTL.com~ and then said seriously: "But I want to remind you, Ed, those are all old foxes, friendship is friendship, business is business."
"I know, godfather, don't worry, although I am not good at this, but a smart guy is helping me." Adrian smiled and looked at Claude, and the two immediately punched.
"That's it, don't disturb your conversation." Benedict smiled and left.
"I never thought that a movie would have such power." Claude said after his father left.
"It just happened that they just needed such a movie, and naturally they spared no effort." Adrian shrugged, then looked at him and asked, "Is it done?"
"It's done," Claude lifted his chin to an old man in the circle who was still talking. "Mr. Bloom helped out, and the other party sold his shares very readily."
Speaking of which, he exhaled and smiled triumphantly: "There are fewer and fewer chips in Ted's hands."