651 Director alternate
“By the way, do you have any thoughts about the director?？”
This seemed to be just a question in passing, but it exploded in Renly's ears like spring thunder. None of the conversations today were as shocking as this sentence: Why did the leading boss of the production department actually ask him about the choice of director? Opinions? He's not Tom Cruise or Brad Pitt.
Sensing Renly's undisguised surprise, Jeff couldn't help but laugh, "Ha, now I finally believe that you are only twenty-one years old." This joke made Renly come back to his senses, and the corners of his mouth also appeared. He smiled and said, "I'm just asking for your opinion. Just like we were discussing the script..”
Generally speaking, there are two forms of formal promotion of film projects, either with the protagonist as the core, or with the director as the core. Hollywood is a typical producer center, and they have the power of life and death of the entire crew; but when it comes to the work style, especially for commercial films, the first thing a producer does is to identify the leading actor or director, and then start follow-up work with them as the core.——
Can the first version of the script continue to be used? Or do corresponding modifications need to be made? So how extensive are the changes? Do we simply need to change the screenwriter? Do you need to cooperate with a big-name actor to adjust the role of the protagonist or supporting role?？
With the selection of actors and casts, can there be sparks between the male and female protagonists? Does their image setting conform to the director's presets for the film style, or conversely, does the director's style conform to the self-image requirements of big-name actors? How should other supporting actors be chosen? Do they need veteran actors to play with them, or should they exclusively choose second- and third-tier actors?？
Photographers, lighting engineers, art directors, etc., they all need to be selected according to the director's style. The requirements of Tim Burton and Christopher Nolan are definitely completely different, and the requirements of big-name directors and new directors are also different. Big-name directors all have their own supporting teams or stylistic tendencies; while some new directors have not even developed their own style, so naturally they do not have many requirements..
In addition, production costs must also be taken into consideration. Is the budget of $100 million too high or too low? Depending on the name of the director or star, will the budget be increased or reduced? How will the arrangement of the entire cast and crew be adjusted?？
“The preliminary work of "Edge of Tomorrow" is progressing very slowly. The main reason is that Jeff hopes to invite big names like Brad or Tom to star, and they will more or less have relatively familiar directors, such as Tom. Every step of the project must be approved by the director; Brad will also browse the director's waiting list and give his own opinions..
Therefore, so far, "Edge of Tomorrow" has not confirmed a director. Of course, while selecting the male protagonist, they are also looking for a director who is willing to take over "Edge of Tomorrow". Now, before the director, the male lead has been unexpectedly confirmed The protagonist is an accident, but not an accident.
To be honest, Renly is confirmed, but it also means that the entire cast will become relatively younger; moreover, Renly is not a first-line actor at all. Even among the second-line actors, he is still a fresh face. This also means that in the Directors will play a more important role in film production.
But Jeff is not an ordinary person. Because of "Memento", he signed an earth-shattering contract with Christopher Nolan for five works, including the "Batman Begins" trilogy. This courage is not ordinary. He could have it. In Renly, he saw something different. He felt that Renly's opinion might bring surprises..
“Or are you looking forward to Christopher Nolan? "Jeff's teasing made Renly come back to his senses and couldn't help but chuckle..
“To be honest, I really haven't thought about this problem." As Renly said, he is an actor, a pure actor, not a screenwriter or a producer. When writing scripts, his only perspective is that of an actor, at most Coupled with the audience's perspective. So, he is telling the truth..
Following the trajectory of the previous life, Doug Liman became the final director. It must be admitted that Doug completed an outstanding task..
Doug is a director with his own style. In works such as "The Bourne Supremacy" and "Operation Smith", his stylistic handling of fighting scenes is undoubtedly commendable, and his camera scheduling also has the speed, accuracy, and accuracy of commercial movies. Ruthless. His advantage lies in the scene scheduling, but his disadvantage lies in the narrative and characters. Such characteristics are also concentrated in the previous life's "Edge of Tomorrow".
There is no doubt that he is a good commercial film director, but what if someone else is found to helm "Edge of Tomorrow"? Is Doug the best choice? Renly had never thought about it, it was an interesting subject.
“First... Paul Greengrass." After a moment of reflection, Renly gave his first choice, the director of the second and third parts of "The Bourne Supremacy", the iconic handheld The photography style gives the film a pseudo-documentary and first-person perspective style, pushing the series to its peak.
Jeff gently retracted his chin and said, "Portable photography？”
“No, it's not." Renly shook his head with a smile, "I like his narrative style, which is steady but sharp, and blends into his own style. Of course, there is also the editing method..”
In addition to the second and third parts of "The Bourne Supremacy", Paul also filmed works such as "Flight 93", "Captain Phillips", and "Bloody Sunday", and was nominated for two Oscars and a Berlin Golden Bear Award. His narrative ability, rhythm control and connotation exploration have all demonstrated his ability, not just in commercial films..
Paul is a journalist, which gives his narrative perspective a special flavor. This is one of the reasons why Renly particularly likes Paul's works. Imagine the combination of "The Bourne Supremacy" and "Thriller Flight 93" in "Tomorrow" "Edge", which is really exciting.
“Then Edgar-Wright." Just after Renly said the name, Jeff showed a surprised look, and then Renly smiled and nodded in affirmation, "Yes, you heard it right..”
Edgar, the director of "Shaun of the Dead", "Hot Fuzz", "At World's End", and "Scott the Kid". To put it simply, this is a director with a distinctive personal style and full of black humor. He also maintains a naughty innocent heart. Edgar's shots are full of whimsy and unique humor. With him at the helm, the style of "Edge of Tomorrow" may be different from the previous one. It’s far, you can guarantee, the entertainment will definitely be booming.
Jeff laughed cheerfully, "I didn't expect you to have such great love for comedy style.".”
Just look at the list of Edgar's co-stars and you will know that his naughty slapstick style is something that top actors avoid because it does not fit in with their public image. But Renly personally He liked it very much. What he was most looking forward to was "Ant-Man" directed by Edgar. Unfortunately, Disney was not bold enough and interfered too much in Edgar's creation, which caused strong disagreements. In the end, it did not happen and the director was changed at the last moment..
Renly shrugged, "'Edge of Tomorrow' is not a comedy, so I have nothing to worry about. In fact, I once thought about what it would be like if I played the role of 'Scott the Kid'" appearance.”
Jeff was dumbfounded, Renly's version of a vampire is conceivable; but Renly's version of a nerdy otaku？
On the contrary, Renly became more and more excited. The same script was presented in different versions with the styles of different directors in his mind. The storyboards, lighting, editing, composition, and even the narrative method and details were all completely new. , and then substitute the actor's performance style, which presents a unique perspective. It's really refreshing.
Later, Renly named two more names. One was Matthew Vaugh, who directed "Kick-Ass" and then became the director of "X-Men: First Class", which later caused The hotly discussed "Kingsman: The Secret Service" is also his directorial work; there is also Francis-Lawrence, whose debut film was "Hell Detective", and later directed "I Am Legend" and "The Hunger" The second and third parts of "The Game".
Both of these directors have very distinctive directing styles. The former's use of fast splicing shots and the stimulation of color to the visual effects are commendable. The shortcoming is that the narrative is too straightforward. Renly's personal favorite is "X-War" "Police: First Class"; the latter's research on the tone and composition of the shot is very distinctive, especially the relationship between light and shadow effects and character foil. "Hell Detective" is impressive, but it is a pity that these characteristics were later used in "The Hunger Games" Everything is lost.
It is easy to shoot commercial works, but it is extremely difficult to shoot an excellent commercial work.
Renly couldn't guarantee that other directors would be able to do a better job than Doug Liman, but thinking about it at this moment, it was full of infinite possibilities. This feeling was quite strange..
Finally, Renly mentioned Doug's name, which made Jeff's eyes flash with surprise - because Brad also recommended Doug just now. If it was Doug, Brad would be interested in "Edge of Tomorrow" His interest also increased. It seems that the previous cooperation experience between the two people was very wonderful..
However, Jeff did not make a comment, but smiled, "Although you have not thought about the choice of director, it is obvious that your understanding of the script and understanding of the character is enough." After speaking, Jeff He stood up and said, "Let's go. We've been here long enough. The party is about to end. We haven't started enjoying it yet. There are many familiar old friends below. Let me introduce them to you.".”
Returning to the party, it was still a drunken carnival. No one seemed to realize that Renly and Jeff had left. Then, Jeff served as an introducer and brought Renly into today's afternoon pool party. Hollywood's top social circle opened a door for Renly for the first time.
That real feeling entered the body bit by bit, and his next work was determined, "Edge of Tomorrow". More importantly, the historical trajectory is shifting, this time "Edge of Tomorrow" and "Edge of Tomorrow" The version of the previous life will be completely different, so will the ending be the same?？
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