America achieves both fame and fortune

Chapter 344 The Proposal of the World News

The film's story takes place in New York, and the production team specifically chose New York for the premiere of "Limitless".

On the day of the premiere, the weather turned bad, and it snowed heavily in New York.

In front of the Metropolitan Theater at Lincoln Center, the red carpet quickly turned into a white carpet. The staff sent by the event organizers hurriedly put up a canopy and, learning from the Oscars' experience, erected an extra-large tent in the waiting area.

By the afternoon, the snow showed no signs of letting up, making it impossible to cancel the premiere, which had already been prepared at great expense.

In the moving Cadillac, Louise curled her fingers and wiped the condensation off the car window. Looking at the heavy snow falling outside, she said with some concern, "It's snowing all over the Northeast right now. If the heavy snow continues into the weekend, it will affect many people's travel."

Martin, on the other side, was also looking out the window: "The weather forecast predicts snow for the next few days, and even after the snow stops, there will be a widespread drop in temperature."

The metropolitan areas of New York and Boston in the northeastern United States are important box office markets for Hollywood movies.

Louise pushed up her glasses and said, "I hope your influence is strong enough."

Martin looked up at the skylight, where a vast expanse of white stretched out beneath the dark, oppressive sky: "Leo and Jack should come."

Louise didn't understand: "What are you sending your bastard brother for? To bring another cow?"

Martin said, "They have a secret weapon; maybe if they fire it into the sky, the snow will stop?"

Bomb him with a Gatling gun.

I remember in his past life, in his hometown, there was a general who prayed for rain. He dragged a cannon to the top of the mountain and fired it into the sky. It is said that the rain came down very quickly.

The car entered Lincoln Center, waited briefly, and then arrived at the Metropolitan Theatre.

Martin straightened his suit slightly, flashed his most radiant smile, and immediately struck his best pose for a photo as he got out of the car.

The flashes of light illuminated the gloomy sky.

Martin walked along the wet red carpet toward the Metropolitan Theatre.

At the same time, he smiled and nodded to his surroundings, looking for the fan club and the followers of the Cola Cult.

Near the media area, Martin saw a large crowd of people wearing red T-shirts and holding his custom-made posters.

These people deliberately wore oversized Coca-Cola Cult T-shirts over their thick coats.

"Hi Martin, it's Ted!"

A young man in a red T-shirt shouted, "I'm one of the leaders of the New York fan club..."

Martin did his homework: "I remember you, the lucky viewer of 'The Hills Have Eyes'."

"It's me! It's me!" Ted was extremely excited and quickly handed Martin a pen to sign, pulling up his red T-shirt.

Martin signed his name directly on the T-shirt, and others followed suit, asking him to sign theirs on Cola Cult T-shirts as well.

Bruce then handed over a can of Coke, and Martin raised his glass to the people on both sides of the red carpet.

This has become an essential ritual for Martin to walk the red carpet.

Wherever the leader of the Coca-Cola cult goes, the legend of Coca-Cola will surely follow.

As Martin walked up the steps into the media area, director Danny Boyle was being interviewed by reporters.

He praised Martin highly: "Martin is a very dedicated actor. No matter how difficult the shot is, he will do his best to complete it. He will do his best in any job he gets his hands on."

As with any film crew, mutual flattery is an inevitable part of promotional activities.

Martin later gave an interview.

"This is an extremely important film in my acting career because the character's experiences are similar to my own. When this character appeared in front of me, I was very excited..."

After praising himself, Martin didn't forget to praise his co-stars: "Robert De Niro gave me a lot of great advice on my performance. It's amazing to have a legend personally guiding me; I still get excited thinking about it now."

"Danny is a versatile director whose cinematography is psychedelic, sharp, and unconventional."

Finally, Martin spoke of Aniston: "The first time I watched Friends, Jane became my idol. I was just a little kid then, and Rachel filled the empty spiritual world of a poor boy. She was my goddess. Do you know what it feels like to act with your goddess? A dream come true!"

Suddenly, shouts rang out from both sides of the red carpet. Two women who had just walked the red carpet had figures that outshone all the female guests at today's premiere.

Karolina Kurkova and Angela Lindwall accepted Martin's invitation to attend the premiere.

The wet red carpet felt like a catwalk as they walked it.

Hollywood actresses are generally reluctant to take photos with supermodels, especially those Victoria's Secret models with athletic builds.

Things like body shape and fashion sense are easily overshadowed.

The main cast and crew arrived, took a group photo in front of the sponsor's backdrop, and then entered the theater together.

The Metropolitan Theatre's lounge is large enough that the cast, crew, and guests will stay there until the general audience enters before proceeding to the screening room.

After Martin went inside, someone came over to greet him.

Mokrich, the editor-in-chief of the World News, stood in front of Martin: "Long time no see, Martin. Your article is unexpectedly brilliant."

When Martin was secretly photographed by three reporters from the News of the World in Washington, he was compensated with the payment for the articles. However, Martin was not capable of writing a good article, so he left the burden to Thomas.

Thomas did a good job.

Martin replied with a smile, "We can reach a new agreement, and I wouldn't mind continuing to contribute to the News of the World."

"If there's a chance, we can," Mokrich said abruptly, "let's have a few words alone."

Martin nodded: "Okay."

The two found a secluded spot, and Mokrich asked, "I heard you and Harvey Weinstein don't get along?"

Martin, of course, wouldn't admit it, scrutinizing Mokrich.

Mokrich vaguely replied, "I have some information about Harvey and would like to find someone in Hollywood to help verify it."

Martin's first thought was that the World News had received a tip from Ivan and had found something.

How could someone like him easily trust a media outlet like the World News, which has a conscience and professional ethics? He immediately said, "I've only been in Hollywood for three years, and all my energy has been focused on my work. I know too little about the industry, and I'm afraid I can't handle it."

Mokrich, however, said, "You may not know Harvey. He is a very domineering person. Every actor who has had a conflict with him in the past has been retaliated against by him."

Martin knew this was true and said, "It's alright, Warner will mediate."

Mokri then realized that Warner Bros. had a hand in every one of Martin Scorsese's films.

He stopped pressing the issue: "Good luck."

Bruce came up from behind.

Martin asked, "Pay close attention in New York; the News of the World has been operating here for years."

Bruce said, "Don't worry, I've upgraded the equipment. Those multi-talented reporters won't have a chance."

"Multi-talented?" Martin thought for a moment. As a reporter for the World News, interviewing skills didn't seem to be the key.

Supermodels Carolina and Angela came to us.

Martin recalled something; he had invited Georgina Chapman to the premiere, and while greeting the two supermodels, he asked Bruce a question.

Bruce quickly located Georgina.

Martin led the two of them over there: "Let me introduce you to a friend in the Los Angeles fashion circle."

Angela spotted the tall Georgina and leaned closer, whispering, "You're not the person you often play games with, are you?"

Carolina naturally understood what a game was, and said with a smile, "Who doesn't like Martin? He's good-looking, useful, and fun to play."

Martin said seriously, "Be serious."

When Georgina came over, Angela and Carolina quickly transformed into standard supermodel faces.

Martin introduced them to each other; Georgina recognized Angela and Carolina, but the two supermodels did not recognize her.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Martin quickly steered the conversation towards fashion and clothing.

With him acting as a mediator, the two sides quickly became acquainted and exchanged contact information.

Georgina gave Martin a subtle wink, her expression conveying gratitude.

Martin smiled, said nothing more, and quickly left.

He won't concern himself with what happens next.

On the other hand, he saw his old friend Menée accompany a middle-aged, robust woman into the lounge.

Menez spotted Martin immediately and led Emma Thomas over: "Hi Martin, let me introduce you to a friend."

This was Martin's first time meeting Emma Thomas in person. She was pretty much as he remembered her, though much fuller-figured than the wives or girlfriends of other Hollywood directors.

As far as I can remember, she and Nolan did not divorce, which is quite rare in Hollywood.

Menez clearly had a good relationship with Emma, ​​introducing her as, "Martin, this is Emma Thomas, a very remarkable female producer."

Martin shook her hand and said, "Last time, we almost managed to work together."

Because of Menez, Emma had a good impression of Martin and said with a smile, "I think there will be opportunities in the future."

Emma Thomas only had a brief encounter with Martin before heading off with Menez elsewhere.

Georgina, Angela, and Carolina got along quite well. When the guests in the lounge headed to the screening room, the three of them found Martin and said they decided not to go over and stay there to continue their conversation.

Martin walked behind, and Menez was waiting for him outside.

"Boss, I have definite news that Jonathan Nolan has finished the script for the new Batman sequel." Menez has been in frequent contact with Emma Thomas recently and has learned quite a bit of information: "He'll probably submit the script to Warner Bros. next month."

Martin slowed his pace, asking as he walked, "Is Bale still playing the male lead?"

Menezes said, "Warner Bros. has spoken with Emma, ​​and given the failures of previous Batman films and the success of Spider-Man films, they require that Bale star in the sequel."

Martin nodded. "I understand."

Replacing the male lead in a sequel is a major taboo. Replacing Michael Keaton with the eternal Batman caused a decline in popularity, and fans were very dissatisfied with Val Kilmer.

When it came to Batman and Robin, and George Clooney took over, the film became a complete disaster.

Warner Bros. has a history of making baffling decisions when it comes to adapting DC movies.

(End of this chapter)