The Best Actor in the Vase of Meiyu

Chapter 1893 Play hard to get
Anson looked at Kevin quietly.

Twenty years later, Kevin Feige, now standing at the top of Hollywood's pyramid, has demonstrated his ability and skill, but he still appears somewhat green.

They have plenty of strategy, but lack experience.

Step by step, they were drawn into Anson's trap.

Anson raised an eyebrow slightly. "If that's the case, I can understand, but I'll be disappointed."

Kevin finally came to his senses. "Understand? Why?"

Anson said calmly, "I'm not Franklin, loved by everyone. You should know that even gold is considered dirt by some, let alone me."

"However, it would be irrational for you to refuse cooperation with Forest Pictures just because you don't like me; it would be tantamount to ruining your own future."

Kevin sat up straight, adopting an aggressive stance. "Why? Because you made Spider-Man?"

His words were barbed, revealing his fangs; Kevin's thoughts, which he had been hiding and restraining, were suddenly exposed.

Anson was very satisfied with the results, but he didn't let his guard down. "Yes, because I made Spider-Man."

Upright and confident.

Kevin was completely speechless and stood there stunned.

Anson continued, "In the eyes of the general public, this is the truth, so when I continue to work with comic book superhero adaptations, a natural sense of trust has been established."

"However, from a professional perspective, we need to be realistic. The real unsung hero behind Spider-Man is Sam."

Kevin didn't believe it. "The whole of Hollywood is talking about how you revise the script and breathe life into the characters."

“Ha.” Anson chuckled. “That’s because I’m Anson Wood.”

The confidence that emanated from her understated demeanor was not at all off-putting, which left Kevin somewhat frustrated.

Kevin didn't respond, so Anson continued.

"That's because 'Spider-Man 2' was a success. You should know the rules of the entertainment industry: if a movie is a success, then every move you make becomes a template for success; if it fails, I will become the target of everyone's criticism, and no one will show any mercy."

"But what is the truth?"

"Indeed, I participated in the revision and adjustment of the script, and I demanded the creative decision-making power and final approval right for the third installment of the series."

"I trust my judgment, I trust my vision, and I believe I can create something special with Sam."

With an open and sincere expression, Anson looked into Kevin's eyes, confident yet not arrogant, his words conveying a powerful sense of conviction.

"But at the same time, I know my strengths. I am an actor, and I am just an actor. The real unsung hero behind Spider-Man is actually the director."

"I've always been a director."

"It is Sam who insists on focusing on growth as the main theme, it is Sam who wants to focus on Peter Parker's growing pains, and it is Sam who wants to write about the dilemma faced by a real high school student."

"These core creative ideas are the key to the film's success."

"I'm not sure what others think, but I firmly believe that to adapt a comic book, you first need to understand and love comic books. Because the essence of comic books is not about superheroes, but about every ordinary person's understanding of life and dreams. Only by truly understanding the attractive core of comic books can the characters on the big screen be truly captivating."

This was also key to the success of Marvel's Phase One films in the previous life.

Indeed, those movies are about superheroes, but at the same time, they are also about people. Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, and so on, their struggles and choices between superpowers and ordinary people are the key reason why these movies attract millions of ordinary people.

Later, as the Marvel Cinematic Universe entered its second phase, they were unable to continue exploring the origin stories of superheroes and instead turned to the Hollywood formulaic "hero saves the world" narrative. The film genre changed, which resulted in the loss of the relatable quality that comic book adaptations evoked.

The scenes became increasingly grandiose, with characters not content with simply saving Earth and the universe, but venturing into parallel universes. However, these stories became increasingly detached from reality, with the figures saving the world on screen appearing as two-dimensional, almost cartoonish, tools, not much different from "Transformers." According to Anson, the success of "Spider-Man" stemmed from Sam Raimi's love for the original comics; similarly, the brilliance of the first phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe also originated from Kevin Feige's passion for comics.

All those words came from the bottom of my heart.

Kevin felt this sincerity and was completely unprepared for Anson's attitude.

But upon calming down and thinking about it carefully, it was similar to the rumors, yet different from them, which made Kevin wonder if he had been blinded by his own prejudice.

Or perhaps it's his selfishness?

Kevin looked at Anson, "Wait, you don't like comics?"

Anson shrugged slightly. "It's no secret at Sony Columbia that I've never read the original Spider-Man comics."

Kevin gasped.

The sound of him inhaling was so obvious that Anson couldn't help but chuckle. "So, I am indeed willing to offer some advice on the project, but I won't be the one truly in charge."

"I don't want to be the culprit who ruined a whole series of superhero movies."

Kevin's heart started racing. "You mean..."

Uncontrollably, Kevin's mouth went dry and his heart pounded like a drum.

Anson, puzzled, looked at Kevin with a questioning look, waiting for him to continue.

Kevin swallowed hard. "If we partner with Forest Pictures, aren't you going to get involved in the creative strategy?"

Anson: "No."

Concise and straightforward.

Kevin immediately stopped breathing.

After a pause, Anson added, "In fact, Luca wants me involved. After all, I'm the only brand that Forest Films can boast right now, and I understand that; but to be honest, I don't have that much time and energy."

"Comic book superhero movies are certainly something to look forward to, but I've already played Spider-Man, and I don't want to play another superhero anytime soon. I also don't want audiences to go insane seeing Peter Parker transformed into another superhero."

“I have a lot of ideas now. I hope to try different roles and different types of characters. In my opinion, an actor’s career has countless possibilities.”

A deafening roar filled Kevin's ears, as if his entire heart and soul were about to burst forth.

Kevin swallowed again. "Of course. Of course, of course. I can tell the whole of Hollywood is talking about it. I personally love 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind'. Oh, by the way, I heard the filming with Alfonso Cuarón in the UK went very smoothly. Are you planning to go to Cannes?"

Everything suddenly became clear.

Kevin felt like a fool, blinded by selfishness and fear. He was spinning in circles like a trapped beast, oblivious to the truth before him.

Now, with a little guidance from Anson, the clouds dispersed and the whole world became clear in an instant.

Does this mean Marvel Entertainment no longer needs to take out a mortgage? Does this mean that "Iron Man," after so many twists and turns, can finally start filming?

calm down!
Kevin tried to control himself, because there were still many problems to face in cooperating with Forest Films, and things were not so simple, but his wildly beating heart just wouldn't calm down. All the turmoil and frustration of the night vanished at this moment, and his ambition was rekindled.

Kevin heard his own voice booming in his ears, "Perhaps we have a chance to sit down and formally discuss the collaboration between Forest Pictures and Marvel Entertainment?"

Anson's smile blossomed in the night. "Of course."

(End of this chapter)