I was immediately mistaken as a monster genius actor - Episode 446
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assurance? The bald-headed executive of Columbia Studios narrowed his eyes at the answer that was so firm. Other executives also became more agitated. However, there was no significant change in director Ahn Ga-bok's stern expression..
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He just stares at the bald-headed executive with an old-timer’s face. As the impressive producer Nora Foster also looked at him in surprise, the executive who was sweeping his bald head asked quietly in English..
“We are aiming for the ‘Academy Award’ this time. Director, it's good to see you confident, but isn't it impossible given the timing??”
Other executives also joined in..
“I think so too, if you estimate that the crank-up of 'Clierrot: Birth of a Villain' will be around September... it's beyond the point of overdoing it..”
“that's right. It's not that it's difficult, it's impossible..”
“Don’t you know enough, director??”
Nora didn't open her mouth, as if she was just watching. Instead, the bald executive crossed his legs and spoke again..
“I understand if this is a statement of the director's confidence. But if you are really thinking about this ‘Academy Awards’, please let me know what you think..”
The eyes of everyone in the conference room fell on Director Ang Bok. Director Angabok looked into Nora's eyes for a moment, then turned his head to one of the executives who spoke to the bald man..
“I know that it is impossible for ‘Clero: Birth of a Villain’ to participate in this year’s ‘Academy Awards’ due to the timing. But it's not like there's no way at all, right?.”
“There is a way left?”
“There's just one.”
The bald-headed executive narrowed his eyes again, as if a sudden thought had crossed his mind..
“Director, no way - what you think.”
“Probably right.”
After answering, Director Anga Bok took a deep breath and continued speaking softly..
“‘As everyone knows, ‘Cliller: Birth of a Villain’ starts cranking up in September. It was originally scheduled for the end of September, but thanks to the hard work of the actors, it will be pushed back a little. And this ‘Academy Awards’ will be held in April next year..”
For reference, the world's most prestigious film awards ceremony, the 'Academy Awards' or 'Oscar Awards', generally have similar schedules every year, but there are times when they change. Works from February this year to February of the following year will be selected, and nominations will be finalized, screened, and announced from March to early April..
The process is also complicated.
The selection and evaluation of candidates and nominated works is done by the 'Academy Awards' members distributed around the world. These members number in the thousands and act as judges. The fields are diverse, including directors, actors, officials, and key staff..
Then, the film festival will be held on a grand scale from mid to late April..
The problem is the conditions for obtaining a ticket to compete for the ‘Academy Award’. There are many conditions, but the most basic one is that the work must be released and screened at a movie theater in Los Angeles, USA, for more than one week within the selection period. If you don't meet this, you can't even take on the challenge. This was the part that executives said was impossible..
Of course, veteran director Anga Bok knew very well..
“In order to be included in the nominations, the film must be released in LA movie theaters at least in February, so the editing of 'Cierrot: Birth of a Villain' must be completed in January. This is not impossible, as the 'leeches' were much tighter..”
Although the systems in Korea and Hollywood are different, it was possible to finish editing by January if the director risked his life. But Nora joined in as if that wasn't a problem..
“Director, editing will be completed by January and released in February. This in itself is not an easy task, but even if it were done, it would be impossible to schedule a worldwide release in about a month..”
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“As you may know, 'Clierrot: Birth of a Villain' is scheduled to be released in about 40 countries in total, not only in the United States but also in Korea and Japan. The work related to promotion, marketing and distribution in those countries alone takes over several months. It's a wall of reality that can't be overcome with spirit..”
She was right. Releasing a movie in as many as 40 countries is an enormous process. Especially if it is released around the same time. A preparation period of at least 3 months to more than half a year is required. That's why Columbia executives and Nora said it was impossible..
The wall of reality is always huge.
The executives nodded as if that was what I said. But for some reason, Director Ang Bok's calm expression did not change much. Then he opened his wrinkled mouth..
“1After completing monthly editing, how about releasing it only in the U.S. instead of releasing it worldwide? Focusing on LA.”
“······Released in the US?”
“is it so. If promotional marketing is kept to a minimum and the film is released in the US for 2 to 3 weeks before the end of February, it will be able to meet the Academy Award's requirement for the film to be released for at least 1 week in the US..”
From America. In fact, the idea was to focus the release on LA and release the rest of the countries later, meeting the Academy Award requirements as soon as possible. Director Ahn Ga-bok spoke out powerfully this time..
“‘Clown: Birth of a Villain's promotional marketing in the U.S. is necessary, but the firepower is already hot thanks to Kang Woo-jin's performance. So even if you shorten the time a little, it is not a big problem..”
“Even if you overdo it-”
“What if ‘Cierrot: Birth of a Villain’, which took the risk of bleeding, achieves good results at the ‘Academy Awards’? Then, it will create an explosive advertising effect that will exceed the current effect several times..”
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Nora, with a serious face, closed her mouth. Because what he said made sense. In fact, 'Clierot: Birth of a Villain' was already highly recognized due to Woojin's influence. Even if it were opened in this state, it would be quite a hit..
‘If, really, anything comes to fruition at the ‘Academy Awards’... the explosive power will be beyond imagination..’
It was the ‘Academy Award’, the dream of filmmakers all over the world. And the male lead in ‘Cliller: Birth of a Villain’ is Kang Woo-jin. I had no idea that if this plan went well, a truly unique work would be created. Nora swallowed hard and organized it..
“So, the director's plan is to crank it up in September, start editing right away, finish editing in January, and release in February after proper promotional and marketing. However, it takes as short as 2 to 3 weeks, and after meeting the conditions, it is eligible for the Academy Award. ' challenge. The worldwide release will follow later. Is that correct?”
“It's accurate.”
When I thought about it, it was absurd. Nora sounded a little embarrassed..
“···Like I said, it's a hell of a schedule. If even one thing is wrong, it is a failure..”
“i know. However, as I said before, the 'leech' was more urgent and I am confident, so if I mess up and fail, I should calmly accept it. I thought there was no connection with this ‘Academy Awards’.”
“hmm.”
“And you need the help of the entire staff, and of course you have to spend more money..”
Several executives furrowed their brows and immediately joined in. Even if you just listen, there is a big risk involved in taking on the challenge..
“money? Spend more money here?”
First of all, the biggest reason is money issues.
together.
“Isn’t that all when things went well? If the plan fails, the funds that will be destroyed are funds, but even if you try, the nomination itself is uncertain. Even if you get nominated, how will you handle it if you lose miserably at the Academy Awards??”
“I agree. If you go too far, the entire release schedule for the film will be shattered, and what will you do if it is released worldwide after a crushing defeat at the Academy Awards? The damaged image may cause major setbacks in box office success..”
There were many problems that could arise. That’s right, this is a scenario where all the suggestions made by director Ang Bok were perfect. It was natural for executives at major Hollywood film companies to point out realistic aspects. There is no reason to leave the paved road and go on a rough unpaved road..
Director Anga Bok then nodded as if he understood everything..
“I was convinced and made an offer. Of course you have to make the decision..”
backwards.
Even after Director Gabok Ang's suggestion, the meeting barely ended after more than an hour of discussion. No, this is over. It was ambiguous to express it. Hollywood places great emphasis on systems for such a big deal, and more than anything, it costs extra money. In addition, the future of ‘Clierrot: Birth of a Villain’ was at stake, so a decision was not made right away..
‘Well, I didn't think it would work out right away, but it's better to push on than to regret..’
Therefore, after Director Ang Bok left, the executives held another serious meeting. It means that you are taking it very seriously. It was ‘Columbia Studios’ that was betting on the vast ‘Cinematic Universe’. Just getting this much of a reaction was a huge success for director Anga Bok..
“Now I'll have to wait.”
In fact, director Ang Bok thought it was more likely that Columbia Studios would not receive the offer. He has already spent a huge amount of money to build a ‘cinematic universe’. It may not be easy to choose a difficult or unreasonable path. However, the veteran's unique sense and instinct encouraged Director Anga Bok's actions..
and.
‘Because Kang Woo-jin is there, there might be a different ending..’
Woojin, who always presents a twist, will be clearly visible to the executives as well. Whatever it was, the results wouldn't come out for a day or two, and director Ang Bok immediately returned to the set where about a hundred foreign staff were lined up. Everyone was busy preparing for filming, and in the meantime, two actors were seen having a conversation about scene composition..
Woojin Kang and Chris Hartnett.
Recently, the number of two-shot shoots between the two has increased, so they are often seen together. Director Ahn Ga-bok then greeted the surrounding staff appropriately..
-Sigh.
I slowly approached the two actors. When people showed signs of popularity, Kang Woo-jin and Chris greeted each other, and Director Ang Bok asked Woo-jin a small question. It was Korean, not English..
“Woojin, do you think it is unreasonable for you to participate in this ‘Academy Awards’? I think the next Academy Awards will be better next year.?”
It was a random question, but there was no significant change in the expression of Kang Woo-jin, who had a strong poker face. Excessive doubt is just spreading inside..
‘What are you talking about all of a sudden? academy awards?’
Woojin made a pure calculation. Honestly, it's definitely better to sell first, right? It was his iron rule that he had followed since he was young. If you make a mistake, raise your hand as quickly as possible and get punished..
‘Since I've been mentioning the Academy Awards so far - of course, sooner is better, George or not..’
It could be ruined. But, that was that time. It was just this level of mindset. Kang Woo-jin laid down his voice like that..
“Next year is not in my plans..”
And director Angabok arbitrarily misunderstood..
“I see, it doesn't matter to you whether it's this year or next year. It's just a different timing, but you're confident that you'll win the prize in the end, right??”
Nope. I just said that faster is better. Woojin kept his mouth shut because it smelled vaguely like a misunderstanding..
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Then Director Ang Bok laughed and laughed..
“Could you convey your thoughts to ‘Columbia Studios’??”
When Chris, who had no idea what Korean meant, tilted his head, Kang Woo-jin, with an innocent face, answered simply..
“No problem.”
A few days later, Wednesday the 17th. 'spt studio in LA’.
5There were many buses and trucks and other vehicles lined up at the beginning of the set, which was over 10,000 pyeong in size. Additionally, hundreds of foreigners are running around. They were ‘World Disney Pictures’ employees and ‘Beast and Beauty’ staff..
And inside the set, around the largest and most majestic tree among the trees of the huge castle..
‘Wow, these clothes are so uncomfortable..’
Kang Woo-jin appears to have a classy demeanor. She wore a ball gown that was a mixture of white and gold, and her hair had turned light brown. The length is slightly longer and swept neatly to the back..
A nobleman that looks like something out of fantasy..
He looks innocent on the outside, but feels very awkward on the inside. About 100 staff members were watching Woojin and several cameras were filming him. He also had a lot of unknown devices. Directing is being done by general director Bill Lautner..
“Cut, Mr. Woojin. Shall we change our posture? arrogant and confident.”
“yes. Director.”
All of them were currently filming the first poster for ‘Beast and Beauty’. It started with Kang Woo-jin, who had the most work to do, and other actors also arrived and were waiting in the trailer..
Just one person.
‘That's great - dressing it like that gives it a different vibe, and it suits you well. It's different from that 'clown'.’
Kara, a blonde girl with a discreet smile and not yet wearing makeup, was watching among the staff. At this time, the director shouted to Kang Woo-jin..
“okay! Now let’s dress up as a ‘beast’!!”
The time for the first ‘Beast’ transformation has arrived..
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