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Chapter 664 Press Conference, Chinese Mythology
DC fans are now in high spirits.

The only regrettable thing is that Aquaman is not really outstanding in the heroic world of DC (American comic giant).

As one of the seven giants of the Justice League, as other members become cooler and stronger, Aquaman's reputation is gradually declining. He has even become the object of ridicule by the media and comic fans, and passers-by know very little about him.

And many people think that Aquaman is most famous for his weak skill of "talking to fishes".

Because whenever there is an overall global crisis, if DC does not specially design part of the crisis to take place in the sea, Aquaman will have no place to use his skills.

But it's too awkward to put the events in the sea into the big crisis every time. So Aquaman often gives people a useless feeling in DC.

By 1971 he had stopped writing books of his own, though he still published stories of his own from time to time, but after the early s he was almost completely forgotten.

It’s not that DC hasn’t thought about reshaping Aquaman. It has tried many times since 1985, but all failed.

It wasn't until 1994 that screenwriter Peter David finally created a best-selling Aquaman series.

Peter David first changed the appearance of Aquaman. In the past, Aquaman was very neat, but Peter David gave him long hair and a full beard, making him wild and rough.

The bigger change was that he caused Aquatic Arm to lose one arm, and from then on his left hand was equipped with a harpoon.

Li Mu planned to use Peter David's rough bearded version as the model for the movie version.

The news about Warner was quickly reported back to China through the media.

The major media outlets then realized that Li Mu had quietly been preparing to direct another A-level production.

You should know that in recent years, Chinese film capital has been stepping up its overseas layout, and Chinese companies have frequently participated in the integration of the world's top entertainment resources, either through acquisitions, investments, or joint ventures, constantly deepening Hollywood's "Chinese imprint."

But let alone participating in the production of top IPs, just the investment share and the right to speak during the participation process are very few.

It was because of the acquisition of Legendary Pictures that Wanda added its own company's name to films such as "Warcraft" and "Godzilla".

“I thought Mengying Media wasn’t planning to expand overseas this year!”

"It's not Dream Films, it's Crystal Films, but it doesn't make a difference."

"Li Mu is still good at overseas investment. Many overseas investments seem to have lost a lot of money this year!"

People in the industry are still secretly sighing.

Netizens were gobsmacked.

"DC superheroes, is that the Batman series? Awesome!"

"It seems that DC can't sit still anymore. Marvel is almost riding on its face and outputting. Finally, they are planning to invite the big Buddha. Li Mu will be the superhero director. Just thinking about it is exciting enough."

"Okay, since DC has hired Li Mu, I can contribute some of the ticket money for this movie. To be honest, what the hell is Batman v Superman? Damn, it's a complete waste of money!"

"It has to be Li Mu. He can direct a $2 million production at will. In mainland China, only Zhang Yimou and Li Mu can handle a production worth more than $ million. Others can't do it."

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Netizens are very interested in the superhero movie directed by Li Mu.

There are indeed many superheroes in recent years, and Marvel has frequently used killer moves, but DC is not without resistance, and it also has a large number of heroes. Netizens all want to see Li Mu give Marvel a heavy blow after directing.

Proving that the superheroes directed by Chinese are just as good as those directed by your local directors is a competition in itself.

But today, Marvel fans in North America are still defending their beliefs and criticizing DC.

"If Lee directed Joker, we might still be afraid. What kind of person is Aquaman? A person who can only command aquatic creatures to obey him is more like a laughing stock."

"DC's superheroes are powerless. Without the ocean, Aquaman is nothing. He can't beat anyone. As long as a monster is out of the ocean, he is powerless."

"Believe me, Iron Man can blast Aquaman into pieces!"

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"The fans of both groups are pretty crazy. I'm afraid they will be hard to deal with at the press conference."

Liu Yifei leaned in Li Mu's arms and browsed the discussion posts on major social platforms. Because of Li Mu's directing of DC superheroes, DC fans and Marvel fans are now in a big fight.

“That’s how you feel about your accomplishment, isn’t it?”

Li Mu gently stroked Liu Yifei's falling hair. If there was no difficulty at all, how could it be challenging?

These Marvel fans might even change sides in the end.

"Yeah!" After Liu Yifei finished speaking, a deep longing flashed in her eyes, "I miss Xiao Baozi, I don't know if he has eaten enough."

"Don't worry, everyone in the family treats her like a baby!"

Li Mu felt that if this continued, the little kid would be spoiled sooner or later, and he would need to be properly educated when he grew up a little.

"Well, after attending Jingying's wedding, we will fly back on the same day."

Liu Yifei seemed to not want to waste even a moment and planned to fly to Italy to attend the wedding and then go back.

"Um"

Li Mu nodded slightly.

"."The press conference for the "Aquaman" project was held at Warner Hollywood Studios.

"Lee, we plan to turn this into the Aquaman theme area of ​​the DC Universe exhibition area. We are waiting for your movie."

Jeff Vieux said slowly after taking a look around.

Obviously, this plan has been put on the agenda, but its final implementation depends on whether "Aquaman" is qualified. After all, this is also a big project.

“Looking forward to the Sea World here!”

Li Mu responded confidently.

"It's time for us to show up. There are quite a few media outlets here today, about two hundred of them."

Jeff Bueckers stretched out his hand and gestured that Warner had mobilized a lot of media resources for this press conference.

When Li Mu, Jeff Bueckers and others appeared, the whole venue was flashing lights.

Because "Aquaman" is still in the early stages of the project, there is not even a poster, and the only thing that can be written on the back is the English name of the Sea King, but below it are the words "Director Li Mu".

Apparently all promotional tactics are the same.

“Thank you very much for your participation. In the DC Universe, Aquaman has a long history. He appeared in 1941 and is one of the few comic characters that survived the low tide of superheroes in the s.

He is one of the seven founding members of the Justice League, which constitutes his Big 7 status. For this reason, we invited Oscar-winning director Lee to direct Aquaman."

Jeff Bueckers recalled Aquaman's journey to everyone, and also wanted to emphasize Aquaman's status and importance in the DC Universe, but some media outlets scoffed at his words.

Who among you hasn’t watched DC and Marvel cartoons? They don’t know whether Aquaman is important or not, or whether he is popular or not.

"Lee, may I ask why you chose the role of Aquaman among DC's superheroes? This superhero is not very popular and is very different from Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman."

When it was the media's turn to ask questions, the media slapped Jeff Bueckers in the face. Although what he said was right, popularity is the foundation of the role.

“It’s simple, because Aquaman is more challenging, the beautiful underwater world is more attractive than the land, and the director wants to challenge himself.

"2012" I have destroyed the entire land, and it seems that only the ocean is left."

Li Mu spread out his hands, as if he had no choice.

The slightly humorous answer immediately caused laughter in the audience.

"Lee, Aquaman's comics always portray him as a 'weak' hero, who then defeats his enemies skillfully. We are tired of this kind of plot. Will Aquaman still be like the comics? Do you have any new ideas?"

The person who asked the question this time was a reporter from The Hollywood Reporter. The question might not seem sharp, but it hit the nail on the head.

After all, if it’s as boring as the comics, then what’s the point of this movie.

"I don't think you need to worry. Maybe you don't like the story of Aquaman, but China has a rich cultural heritage of 5,000 years. There are many myths and legends about the ocean, such as 'Nezha Conquers the Dragon King', 'The Magic Needle that Dinghai' and all kinds of 'shrimp soldiers and crab generals' in the Dragon Palace.

I will cleverly incorporate my favorite "Chinese mythology" into this "movie", allowing you to experience a different underwater world and a unique ocean story.

Of course, the adaptation is not a fabrication. In a sense, I will follow the original work."

Li Mu's simple words really gave the media a big surprise.

Obviously this is the response they want to hear, and only such a response will have huge traffic.

American superheroes + Chinese myths are huge topics no matter how you look at it.

"Li, are you sure you can grasp the relationship between the two and not make it into a Chinese version of Aquaman?"

"Lee, has someone been chosen for the lead role of Aquaman?"

"plum"

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The media were still asking questions frantically, but Li Mu answered them calmly. For some points that he could not answer for the time being, he cleverly changed the subject.

After more than an hour of press conference, Li Mu was indeed a little tired.

However, the media quickly published today's interview.

"Lee's Aquaman will draw on Chinese mythology to create a different kind of superhero!"

"What kind of sparks can be created between Western superheroes and Chinese myths? The success or failure of Warner Bros.'s gamble has already been decided!"

"DC Aquaman Challenges Marvel"

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This press conference attracted strong attention from fans in the United States. When DC fans learned that Li Mu would integrate Chinese and Western cultures, they were both excited and worried.

Of course, die-hard fans have been clamoring for Marvel.

Marvel fans are still pessimistic and mocking "Aquaman", claiming that it is an absolute failure and even Li Mu's come to save it will be of no avail.

However, Li Mu and Liu Yifei ignored the current huge controversy and hurriedly boarded a plane to Italy after the press conference.

(End of this chapter)