The Best Actor in the Vase of Meiyu

Chapter 1865 Everywhere
The emergence of "Spider-Man" brought a fresh perspective to comic book superheroes.

The success of "Spider-Man 2" truly propelled comic book superheroes into the mainstream.

Perhaps people still harbor prejudices, perhaps they still cover their eyes and ears and refuse to admit it, perhaps they still pontificate from a high position, but the global box office of $1.853 billion is a testament to the general public's acceptance of comic book superheroes.

Comics are no longer a niche reading material hidden in a corner.

In a commodity society, profit is king. Those who can create profit and generate traffic are the kings, and all eyes will be drawn to them.

Even Frank Pearson was no exception, his stomach burning as he read the news, with nowhere to escape.

Spider-Man 2 was just one step away from breaking the two billion dollar mark at the global box office, which was a great pity; but in fact, 2004 was definitely not a slow year.

With top stars and big-budget productions emerging one after another, and even with the Oscars being held a month earlier than usual, Hollywood film companies have been making a concerted effort, pushing noteworthy and noteworthy works in the market to a new peak. It's not a slow year at all; it can definitely be called a big year or a bumper year.

"The Day After Tomorrow", "Ocean's Twelve", "National Treasure", "I, Robot", "The Bourne Identity", "Troy", "King Arthur" and a series of other works.

Furthermore, there's the highly anticipated collaboration between Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese, known as "The Aviator."

In fact, Martin Scorsese has never been a commercial film director, and his works have never achieved the same box office success as James Cameron. This time, his work is still a biographical film aiming for the Oscars.

But there is no doubt that the production cost of over $110 million and the publicity expenses of over $50 million attracted Hollywood's attention early on. In addition, with Leonardo DiCaprio in the lead role and a star-studded cast, people have every reason to have high expectations for the market performance of "The Aviator".

However, in the end, he still failed to live up to his loyal heart.

With a box office performance of $100 million in North America, $100 million overseas, and $200 million worldwide, it was disappointing.

Amidst the surging criticism and attacks, a new voice emerged in Hollywood: the differential treatment of Leonardo DiCaprio and Anson Wood.

To date, only one of Leonardo DiCaprio's films, "Titanic," has achieved a box office explosion. His other films have struggled to break the $100 million mark at the North American box office. Of course, people understand the fervor surrounding "Titanic," and Leonardo DiCaprio's far-reaching global influence is undoubtedly at the very top.

But Anson is no less impressive. The craze for "Spider-Man 2" continues to rise, and the box office success of his other films further proves Anson's appeal.

What's more, there's also "Warm Inner Light".

Who could have imagined that "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" would have a global box office that was comparable to "The Aviator," and ultimately ranked twenty-sixth on the year-end charts, only two places behind "The Aviator."

Breaking into the top 30!
Whether it's the film's investment, style, or Charlie Kaufman's unique imagination, this movie breaks all the constraints and writes a box office legend. The partnership between Anson and Kate Winslet becomes a unique spectacle, to the point that the market returns and profits of "The Aviator" pale in comparison.

In every respect, Anson has proven that his appeal has far exceeded expectations.

So why be so harsh on Anson?

Is it simply because Anson is just a pretty face?

Leonardo DiCaprio was known as a prodigy when he rose to fame at a young age. In "What's Eating Gilbert Grape," he completely stole the spotlight from Johnny Depp and won an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor. After the idol-like glory of "Titanic," he returned to the race for the Oscars.

Is this the reason for treating Leonardo and Anson differently?

but!

The problem lies precisely here: Leonardo DiCaprio has "abandoned" the box office market and resolutely pursued the Oscar, while Anson continues to shine in the commercial market. Shouldn't film companies focus their attention and expectations on Anson?

A rumor has been circulating in Hollywood that Anson had tried his best to win the role of "The Aviator," but Martin Scorsese ultimately chose Leonardo DiCaprio.

Now, the question arises: if Anson Anson had been chosen as the lead in "The Aviator," would the film have fared better or worse at the box office? And are there significant differences between Anson's and Leonardo DiCaprio's performances? Is Leonardo DiCaprio still the leading man in Hollywood, or should Anson Anson take over? The debate has become a lively and heated discussion.

Not only the Los Angeles Times, but also two authoritative Hollywood magazines, The Hollywood Reporter and Variety, have focused on Anson.

It's rare to see two professional magazines choose Anson for their covers, yet each one showcases a completely different temperament and charm of Anson.

Frank Pearson was somewhat frustrated.

Anson. Anson. Anson. Still Anson. Anson again. Everywhere. Inescapable. Overwhelming, the whole world is Anson.

Frank Pearson didn't want to see Anson. He knew he couldn't ignore Anson's existence, but the thought of Anson's past grievances with the Academy...

All of this occurred during his tenure as president of the college.

Frank felt a lump in his throat, unable to spit it out or swallow it down.

Frank knew they should invite Anson. The Oscars needed Anson; his continued absence would be a blow to the show's ratings. And right now, the Oscars desperately needed a boost in viewership to continue attracting sponsors.

but……

Anson is a real headache.

Frank didn't want to think about Anson's problem for the time being, at least not today; the good mood he had at the start of the new year had been completely ruined by that guy.

Taking a deep breath, Frank ignored the front page headline of the Los Angeles Times and flipped to page six, only to see that name again.

"Anson Wood made history by turning the tide and saving the music market."

Frank: ...

How could he forget that Anson also released his first solo album? Damn it!
Grass.

He shouldn't forget that the Grammys deserve the most credit for the Oscars' awkward position; if it weren't for their interference last year, they wouldn't be in such a sorry state.

Clearly, Anson was encouraged and recognized.

Even ignoring the Oscars, there are other major award ceremonies willing to support Anson, and even offer him top-notch treatment. So why would Anson go to the Oscars to fawn over the Academy? Outside of acting, Anson's presence extends to more and more fields, with no scruples whatsoever.

Therefore, in 2004, Anson not only swept the film market, but also the record market.

"Sunflower" is also the theme song for "Spider-Man 2"! How could Frank not know that the powerful collaboration between film and music has once again sparked a frenzy of discussion?

But where does the talk of "salvation" come from? Can Anson's album sales really outshine the movie box office?

Frank himself didn't realize that a spark of curiosity had crept into his mind.

The Los Angeles Times wasn't making things up; Anson truly did save the North American record market, and this wasn't even referring to digital audio.

Physical album!

(End of this chapter)