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Chapter 732 A Thousand Miles a Day

The filming of "Knives Out" was not complicated. In fact, because the actors were in good condition, the filming speed was very fast.

"During the script writing process, I drew on a lot of classic suspense works, such as the 1972 suspense film "Footprints."

During a break in filming, Clint Eastwood asked Gilbert Jr. how he came up with such a brilliantly original screenplay.

Little Gilbert began to deceive people, and his deception was quite skillful.

“The overall artistic style of the film was based on the movie Footprints, and the plot setting was based on a lot of Agatha Christie’s works.

Especially "Murder on the Orient Express", this script can be said to have certain similarities.

Every character is full of secrets, and everyone has a motive for murder. The audience follows the detective step by step to investigate the case, reason and think, and finally find the real murderer. This is the most enjoyable process of watching this kind of movie. "

In terms of the main storyline, Knives Out is very similar to Agatha Christie's debut novel Styles.

In the same manor villa, the hostess, Mrs. Emily Agnes Inglethorp, died of poisoning in her room, but the door of the room was locked from the inside.

"Knives Out" undergoes an original anti-Agatha-style deconstruction of the story timeline and narrative logic. The film uses the first third of its length to lay the background of the heroine Marta, allowing the audience to care about this character.

However, the truth about the wealthy Harlan is revealed in less than half the time, giving the audience an all-knowing God's perspective.

Perhaps life and death are accompanied by these outstanding actors. Jessica Alba's condition is getting better and better, and the crew's filming progress is faster.

After Christmas and New Year's Day, the filming of the entire film was more than half completed.

Because the time from shooting to release was a bit tight, the film started post-production while it was being shot.

The soundtrack was also being worked on at the same time, by Hans Zimmer, a composer who often collaborates with Gilbert Jr.

On New Year's Day, Gilbert Jr. edited a 30-second pilot trailer to attract audiences in order to meet the needs of publicity and promotion.

The trailer received quite a good response, and the cast of Tom Cruise and Gilbert Jr. is almost a guarantee of box office success.

The trailer also has the feeling of a suspense film from the golden age, very retro and nostalgic.

Nostalgia is a well-utilized element in Hollywood movies, and it can also attract some nostalgic movie fans to the cinema.

In terms of shooting techniques, Gilbert Jr. also used retro and nostalgic styles, learning from the suspense film master Hitchcock and using many of Hitchcock's shooting techniques.

In addition, another task is the awards season public relations for "The Dark Knight".

It’s no secret that not only the Oscars, but virtually all superhero movies are discriminated against during awards season.

"The Dark Knight" ranked first in the IMDBTOP9.4 with a high score of 9.3, surpassing "The Shawshank Redemption" with a score of 250.

IMDB users are relatively experienced movie fans. Although there is interference from water armies, they can still show the quality and artistic value of a movie relatively objectively.

However, these values ​​seem worthless in front of the label of superhero movie, and major awards will obviously not give any recognition to "The Dark Knight".

In fact, this is indeed the case. At the 2009th Golden Globe Awards for American Film and Television held on January 1, 11, "The Dark Knight" only won the Best Supporting Actor award.

This is because the Joker played by Heath Ledger was so outstanding that he was hailed as the best villain in film history, so he won this award.

After communicating with Heath Ledger's agent, Warner Bros.' public relations department began to do public relations for the Oscar nomination, hoping to win an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor.

But Heath Ledger is not dead, so it would be difficult for him to even get a nomination, let alone win an award.

Of course, Oscars can be promoted. If Warner Bros. and Heath Ledger himself are willing to put in the effort, the film still has hope.

After winning the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor, Heath Ledger did not forget to visit the set of "Knives Out" to express his gratitude.

"I don't know how to begin, little Gilbert, how grateful I am to you."

Gilbert Jr. smiled and said, "You're welcome, Heath. This is all the result of your own hard work. I also want to thank you for your wonderful performance and for bringing us such an outstanding role as the Joker."

There are still people arguing online that it was the Joker who won, not Batman.”

It is hard to say who will win or lose in the battle for hearts and minds between Batman and the Joker in The Dark Knight. On the contrary, the discussion will be hot, and everyone will have different opinions based on their own understanding.

In a way, this is a way to maintain the popularity of the film.

"The Dark Knight" has grossed over $13 billion worldwide, and it has to be said that such discussions have contributed to this to a certain extent.

After this film, Christian Bale, needless to say, has entered the $20 million club, and Heath Ledger has also gone from being an art film actor to a hot new star in commercial films.

He received many script invitations, but Heath Ledger still wanted to work with Gilbert Jr. again.

"Can I star in your movie? The pay doesn't matter, I just want to work with you again."

Heath Ledger spoke sincerely and strongly expressed his wishes.

Tom Cruise on the side shook his head and said, "Heath, you are going too far. We all want to work with little Gilbert."

"Yes!" Meryl Streep also laughed and said, "Actresses from all over the world who want to work with Gilbert can line up from Los Angeles to New York."

This statement is a bit exaggerated, but it does illustrate how popular Gilbert was.

After all, starring in his movies means a huge increase in commercial value. This is why Tom Cruise is willing to reduce his salary and star in "Knives Out".

"Stop making fun of Heath."

Gilbert Jr. came to Heath Ledger's rescue: "He's a great actor. Look, if there's a suitable role, I'll call you."

The trajectory of history has changed, Heath Ledger did not die, and Hollywood seems to have undergone significant changes.

Shortly after Heath Ledger visited the set, on January 1, the nominations for the 22st Academy Awards were announced.

This day was also the day when the filming of "Knives Out" was completed, and the production progress of the film was very fast.

After 38 days of shooting, this film, which was very easy for Gilbert Jr., was completed and entered the post-production stage.

"I heard that you are going to work with Leo on a movie, an action science fiction movie."

Tom Cruise chats with Gilbert Jr. at the post-filming party.

"Leo is such a big mouth, he can't keep any secrets."

Gilbert Jr. complained, then admitted: "Yes, it is a 007 movie that belongs to me. But it adds some science fiction concepts and time elements.

I plan to tell you the story in my dream, what? Are you interested? "

"The story in the dream?" Tom Cruise was curious.

Generally speaking, the stories in dreams are mysterious. This type of movie represents obscurity and is not liked by the audience.

But when Tom Cruise thought about Gilbert Jr.'s abilities, he felt that he would not be bad.

"How about I be the male lead?"

"Are you sure you have time? And I've already promised Leo."

Tom Cruise thought for a moment and said, "I really don't have the time. I can only express my regret."

(End of this chapter)