Full-time actor

Barry Manye became more and more excited as he thought about it.

Everyone knows that, given the current popularity of "The Dark Knight," if Chen Yu were to reprise his role as the Joker in the third installment, it would undoubtedly become the highest-grossing film worldwide.

By then, what matters will no longer be the success of the sequel, but the box office miracle that will be admired by the whole world.

Chen Yu has already infused the Joker character with his soul.

Whoever it was, they would probably face a boycott.

The group arrived at the office.

It was clear that everyone was warm and happy about Chen Yu's arrival.

The assistant had already prepared the coffee.

A rich aroma filled the office as Barry Manyer sat in a circle with a group of senior executives.

The joy on his face was already evident.

After exchanging pleasantries, Nolan got straight to the point.

"Ladies and gentlemen, The Dark Knight has grossed $6.9 million at the North American box office to date."

This number has struck a chord with everyone.

6.9 billion US dollars.

"This will absolutely be an epic moment."

"That's right, The Dark Knight has officially surpassed the $6.5 million record held by Titanic for ten years."

"Reached the throne of North American box office king".

Obvious.

The fact that The Dark Knight was able to surpass Titanic and dominate the global charts is enough to prove its strong market appeal.

This will lead to a powerful IP business.

The high box office of "The Dark Knight" will spur the development of merchandise and theme parks.

As for the Joker.

This has already sparked widespread social discussion.

To be precise, the commercial value and historical status of The Dark Knight have undergone a dramatic transformation.

A series of low gasps came from the crowd.

Despite his extensive experience and knowledge, he remained unperturbed by either favor or disgrace.

But as Nolan finished speaking, one couldn't help but sigh.

after all.

Titanic has long been a classic.

It not only conquered the box office, but also the passage of time, achieving enduring success.

Especially after its box office glory faded, it still managed to shine brightly.

"And there's more good news—"

Nolan's voice drew everyone's attention.

The box office success is enough to make them cheer. As for what good news will follow?

"On authoritative rating websites such as IMDb, The Dark Knight has a score of 9.6."

"It surpassed The Godfather's 9.5 rating."

"It has directly reached the top spot in film history!"

Nolan was quite emotional when he said that.

The Godfather!

The number one masterpiece in the hearts of the American people has been dethroned by a superhero blockbuster that has only been released for less than two months.

Box office king, critical acclaim champion.

The Dark Knight easily secured two number one spots, which is the best praise for a film.

Whether it's word-of-mouth or box office commercial success.

The atmosphere in the room instantly reached a climax, and everyone present was filled with pride.

The Dark Knight is the culmination of everyone's efforts.

Indispensable.

of course.

"This unprecedented popularity is largely due to Chan."

He spoke these words with utmost sincerity.

As the top executive of Warner, he was able to clearly understand everything.

Chen Yu is undoubtedly the heart of this film!
And then there's that seemingly casual yet threatening "Why so serious?"

This is absolutely the fundamental reason that propelled The Dark Knight to its peak.

Chen Yu smiled slightly and waved his hand modestly.

At this point in the conversation, Barry Manyer finally spoke his mind: "However!"

"There is still a problem: a large and active fan base is launching a sizable boycott."

"The entire internet is buzzing about why you, who plays the Joker, haven't shown up."

Chen Yu could probably guess that this was the problem.

after all--

When he was still with the Organizing Committee for the Olympic Games, he was already seeing similar topics frequently online.

However, the opening of the Olympics was enough to let the whole world know what he was doing.

The online discussion has become overwhelmingly one-sided.

Everyone expressed their complete understanding.

However, they still hope to see this person who brought them such a stunning performance.

At this moment.

All eyes fell on Chen Yu's position.

Everyone's expression was equally eager.

"The Dark Knight is currently aiming for $7 million at the box office, and many movie fans are looking forward to your appearance."

"Most people want to watch it a second or even a third time."

"Your achievements are entirely due to your abilities."

So much groundwork has been laid.

Chen Yu could probably guess their true thoughts.

have to say.

From obscurity to his current status, Chen Yu has fulfilled the dreams of many.

"The company hopes that you can attend a few key fan meetings or media interviews in the future."

"We will do everything we can to help you win the Oscar!"

He blurted out Warner's demands all at once.

Everyone looked at Chen Yu.

As for the latter, of course there is no problem.

"can."

"I will follow your arrangements in this regard."

Chen Yu had no objection to this, and his attitude was very humble.

In fact, this work has achieved such great success.

It's not just the clown that originated from Chen Yu.

In Chen Yu's view, Nolan's direction and Warner Bros.' publicity are inseparable.

He wouldn't confidently take all the credit for himself.

With Chen Yu's words, everyone present was naturally very satisfied.

They had already anticipated this.

If Chen Yu agrees to show his face, it will surely cause a sensation.

"Go prepare the press release."

The most important thing now is to release the news; it will probably drive the entire North American region crazy.

Some insignificant people left the office.

At this point, only Barry Manyer, Nolan, Chen Yu, and Sue Crowe, the Warner Bros. public relations manager, remained in the room.

The atmosphere is much better now compared to the somber mood just now.

"There's one more thing we might need to talk about."

Sue Crowe carefully considered her words before speaking.

As the key figure responsible for global awards public relations strategy, she is considered one of the most powerful women.

Having worked at Warner for many years, his strong strategic capabilities and extensive network of contacts have made him a formidable figure.

As for Barry Manye, he remained seated, his gaze fixed on where Chen Yu was.

"I think everyone is aware of what's going on with next year's Oscars."

Chen Yu picked up his coffee and savored it carefully.

The rich and mellow flavor instantly filled his mouth.

He never showed his emotions, so much so that Sue Crowe didn't know how to continue the conversation.

"Please speak."

Sue Crowe smiled and finally said, "That's right, both the internal assessments and the external climate are highlighting a certain situation."

"The competition for the Best Supporting Actor Oscar next year will be extremely fierce."

"It even surpasses the Best Actor award!"

Seeing that Chen Yu did not respond, Sue Crowe paused.

After all, they had previously made it very clear that they could help Chen Yu win the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor.

But plans can't keep up with changes.

"We might need to be more realistic."

"Of course, the company will use all its resources to ensure you are nominated." "As for whether you can win the award, I can only say that we are under a lot of pressure."

Nolan remained silent as well.

He already had some prior knowledge of these situations.

This is also a situation they should be paying attention to.

It's just a pity that they can only leave many things to fate.

"One of the biggest competitors."

Sue Crook paused, looking directly at Chen Yu, who had a calm expression on his face.

"Philip Seymour Holf".

"I think you should know this Oscar-winning actor."

After hearing what Sue Crowe said, Chen Yu nodded in agreement.

They are more than just acquaintances; they have a deep connection and have worked together on Mission: Impossible III.

He won the Oscar for Best Actor just two years ago.

Now they're competing for an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor? It's like using a cannon to kill a mosquito—a huge waste of talent.

Their strength is indeed very strong.

Putting that aside, behind Philip Seymour Holfe is also a hot guy in Hollywood.

It's a veritable Oscar-winning machine.

Weinstein.

Of course, Chen Yu also knew Weinstein and had even collaborated on film distribution.

The film "Departures" was sold to him at that time.

"Weinstein's public relations skills are very strong, which is well known in Hollywood!"

"And this time."

"He's determined to win the Oscar, so Chan, you need to be prepared."

Sue Crowe is not exaggerating.

She rationally analyzed for Chen Yu that there were some things they needed to explain from the beginning.

We must not give them hope only to disappoint them later.

Actually.

Chen Yu was well aware of the difficulty of winning an Oscar.

The Oscars are essentially a stage for fame and fortune, where money and connections are the deciding factors.

Regarding networking.

Warner Bros. wasn't as shameless as Weinstein.

It has become a gray tactic that operates on the edge of the rules and even breaks them.

That's right.

Warner Bros.' Oscar PR efforts mainly consist of organizing screenings, placing advertisements, or associating with major media headlines.

At worst, they could conduct exclusive interviews with the actors and directors.

As for Weinstein...

In previous years, the most common practice was to send specific shopping vouchers to the judges, or to generate gray income under the guise of event appearance fees.

Everyone is well aware of this.

However, there is no way to stop this kind of trick.

In addition, he would even personally contact judges he was on good terms with during the voting process.

They are dedicated to cultivating personal relationships, and they will stop at nothing to achieve this.

He would also launch a relentless campaign, sending a large number of the films he supported to all the judges during the voting period.

What's even more sinister is that during this process, he would constantly smear his fellow actors.

can only say.

All his actions were utterly shameless.

Thinking about this, Sue Crowe already had a headache, and could only say that Weinstein's moves were really hard to control.

She really didn't expect to run into him at this year's Oscars, to encounter such a formidable opponent.

Chen Yu, on the other hand, was very familiar with these situations.

"The Oscars are still several months away, I'll try to figure something out."

As the saying goes, things will work themselves out when you reach the bridge.

This matter can't be rushed; there will always be a way to resolve it.

Upon hearing Chen Yu's words, Su Kro breathed a slight sigh of relief.

After all, The Dark Knight has achieved such great success this time, the Joker deserves an award.

Unfortunately, some things cannot be achieved simply by wishing for them.

Chen Yu turned his gaze to Barry Manye. Most of the matter had already been revealed, and now it was time for him to offer his personal thoughts.

Barry Manye looked up, probably noticing Chen Yu's gaze.

“Mr. Barry, I have an idea.”

After hearing Chen Yu's words, Barry Manye sat up straight.

At present, the influence brought by Chen Yu is already immeasurable.

To be precise, as long as it does not harm his own interests, some of his ideas can be adopted.

"I think the Joker is no longer just a supporting character as seen in The Dark Knight."

"It's more like a standalone chapter."

Oh?
Upon hearing this, Nolan and Barry Manye looked over.

"Perhaps we could create a solo film for the Joker character, specifically to explore his inner world."

Barry Manye never expected this.

"this…"

He paused subconsciously, after all, this had never been part of their consideration from the beginning.

Warner Bros.' next project they are particularly interested in is "Batman 3".

A villain's solo film?

This is rare in the superhero genre, and it even disrupted their original plans.

Barry Manye completely failed to see the merits of this road.

Let’s not talk about anything else for now.

Will the market accept a solo film featuring a villain?
The casting of Chen Yu had already caused a great deal of trouble.

He does not deny the impact of the Joker.

However, after weighing the pros and cons, it was clear that this matter was not as easy as it had seemed.

Chen Yu did not wait for Barry Manye's response, but continued speaking on his own.

"This is something I wanted to do when I was playing the Joker."

"In my opinion, this character has a lot of potential for development; it could actually be like Marvel."

"Starting with Iron Man, let's create a series of movies about superheroes."

"Marvel is also known as the Marvel Universe."

Barry Manye fell into deep thought, his gaze slowly shifting away.

The brain is already working at lightning speed.

The feasibility of this idea is also being weighed.

It can be said that Marvel is now the biggest rival to Warner Bros.' DC Comics division, and Marvel is well aware of the other's plans.

of course.

He also knew perfectly well that Chen Yu in front of him was the owner of Marvel.

If what Chen Yu said is true, then it means merging these two major IPs into one.

If that day ever comes, it will inevitably create an unprecedented popular culture.

Even in the future—

"We can work together to create a universe that combines DC and Marvel superheroes!"

"Two heroes engage in a chaotic battle!"

Chen Yu's layered analysis is a work that has always been highly marketable in later generations.

As for now.

It's just about accelerating this situation as quickly as possible.

Barry Manye felt like his head was in a knot.

To be precise, he was indeed very optimistic about Chen Yu's statement.

However, even as the president of Warner, he couldn't always do things his own way.

"I need to discuss this with the marketing department."

Success or failure is not something he can control.

If it were just him, he would be very much looking forward to this collaboration.

"Ok."

"There's no rush for this. After all, The Batman 3 hasn't been released yet. I hope to take advantage of the hype surrounding The Batman 3 to release a Joker solo film series."

"and--"

"I'll direct it; I want to try making a commercial film."

What?

Barry Manye then realized what was happening.

Yes, Chen Yu is a director.

If someone were to direct and star in their own clown role, that would definitely be a huge sensation.

It's guaranteed to be a huge hit once it's released! (End of Chapter)