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But Director Wei actually doesn’t have a big appetite.

Director Wei rejected another proactive proposal from DC executives.

"Wei, about the actors..."

Director Wei said directly: "You guys are responsible for that, I will only control the filming and investment in actors. You know more about it than me.

We are still the same as when we filmed Wonder Woman, each of us is responsible for our own areas, so that the cooperation can be more enjoyable."

The smiles on the faces of DC executives became more genuine.

"Wei, you are such a professional director. It's a pleasure to work with you."

They knew that Director Wei had a strong desire for control.

But Director Wei is very sensible, which they like very much.

Never cross the line.

So if we are stronger in filming and can bring more advantages to the box office than Director Wei, that won’t be a problem.

In fact, if Director Wei insists, DC will also make concessions in other aspects.

Because they can't resist money.

It’s just that Wei Jun thinks it’s possible, but not necessary.

Anyway, the original cast of "Aquaman" was already successful.

Why would he change them for no reason?

Queen of the Sea... you can flirt with her anytime you want.

Director Wei is not in a hurry at all.

Of course, Director Wei also revealed some of his own thoughts.

"Have you chosen anyone for the Queen of the Sea?"

"Amber Heard, do you know anything about her?"

Just as Wei Jun thought, DC actually already had the actors chosen.

This is not surprising.

Amber Heard was not confirmed to play the Queen of the Sea in "Aquaman". The filming and release of "Justice League" were both before "Aquaman".

In "Justice League", Amber Heard is already playing the role of Aquaman.

So there is no need for Director Wei to go to such lengths.

He just needs to go with the flow and everything will fall into place.

Director Wei nodded and said, "Of course, she's Johnny Depp's ex-wife, but she doesn't seem to have a good reputation in the United States and the entire Western world."

This is real.

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's divorce is a hot topic.

Most Western netizens stand on Johnny Depp's side.

Even though Amber Heard sued Johnny Depp for domestic violence.

But Amber Heard herself has too many black spots.

Too much can't be washed away at all.

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's divorce has been called "the biggest libel case in Britain in the 21st century."

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard threw mud at each other in and out of court, doing as unseemly things as a couple could do.

Amber Heard sues Johnny Depp for domestic violence.

Johnny Depp said that Amber Heard fabricated his domestic violence and affected his career. Johnny Depp's lawyer pointed out that Amber Heard has always been the aggressor in the relationship and portrayed herself as the victim. She is very concerned about her public image and enjoys playing this role. She was even accused of acting with her own life.

Johnny Depp's sister Christidembrowski also testified in court, saying that they had suffered domestic violence from their mother in childhood and described Johnny Depp as a loving and polite son, brother and father until he met Amber Heard, which made him become much more depressed.

She pointed out that the woman had humiliated Johnny Depp many times. For example, when he was shooting a Dior advertisement, she mocked him as a "fat old man" and "having no taste" and expressed her confusion as to why the brand chose him to shoot the advertisement.

In short, in the end, there was no winner on either side of this incident, and their public image was close to collapse.

In this case, DC's decision to cast Amber Heard as the Queen of the Sea...actually goes against market rules.

It was also boycotted by many Johnny Depp fans and even by many passers-by.

It's just that DC doesn't care at all.

The arrogance of capital knows no national boundaries, not only in the country.

When domestic capital promotes young and handsome men, many netizens will be indignant, and some even say that it is the same abroad.

Amber Heard's reputation among the public is very average now, and she is boycotted by many people. Normal people would think that capital will avoid her.

But capital just wants to support her.

public opinion?

In the eyes of capital, it is nothing.

So what if I don’t have audience appeal?

Whoever has money has the final say and can decide who plays the superhero.

Wei Jun was not surprised at all by this.

There are a lot of rich people like this in China. They never care whether the audience likes it or not. It’s enough for them to like it.

Wei Jun simply asked casually, "With such a large investment, aren't you worried about failure if you use a heroine with a blemish on her reputation?"

The DC executive shook his head and said, "The heroine in a superhero movie is never important. What matters is the explosive special effects and a decent plot. The heroine just needs to be pretty enough."

Wei Jun: ...professional.

There's nothing wrong with it.

Wei Jun fully agrees with this point of view.

After all, "Aquaman" in the original time and space created a new box office record for DC superhero movies. Facts have proved that Amber Heard's poor audience appeal is not really a big problem.

“But Wei, what you said does make sense. After all, she is just an insignificant heroine.

If you have other candidates you would like, you can also recommend them to us and we will seriously consider them.

The male lead cannot be changed, and it doesn’t matter who the female lead is.”

DC executives were very direct in their words.

For "Aquaman", the actor who plays Aquaman is crucial, and Director Wei cannot play a decisive role.

But they don't mind listening to Director Wei about who Haihou chooses.

Because in their eyes, this is a trivial matter, at least it happened to Director Wei, it is a trivial matter.

Director Wei laughed and said, "Don't worry, I said I'm not interested in the casting, I was just asking casually.

After all, I might shoot Aquaman, and I don’t want this movie to fail, even if there is a slight possibility, I will try my best to eliminate it.”

Director Wei stopped there.

It turns out that Americans are not short of smart people.

At first they didn't react.

But after hearing what Director Wei said, a senior executive of DC came to his senses.

Director Wei doesn't seem to be rejecting Amber Heard.

But... playing hard to get?

This is a typical standard practice of a superior hinting to the beautiful woman under him to throw herself into his arms.

Think about Director Wei’s previous reputation.

Relationship with Gal Gadot.

Plus the scandal with Ana de Armas during this period.

DC's senior management guessed Director Wei's true intention.

This did not make them feel disappointed or contemptuous, because Director Wei's behavior is very common in Hollywood and even around the world, and they have long been accustomed to it.

They just frowned slightly and reminded: "Wei, do you know Elon Reeve Musk?"

Wei Jun chuckled. "Of course, the founder of Tesla, a leader in the new energy vehicle field, one of the most powerful rising stars in American business, and a madman who wants to build rockets."

"I didn't expect that you, Wei, know so much about the business figures in our country."

DC's top management was a little surprised.

Wei Jun smiled and said, “I am also half a businessman, and my wealth is not necessarily less than Elon Reeve Musk.

Musk became the richest man in 2021.

In 2017, he might not be as rich as Director Wei.

Director Wei himself doesn't know how much money he has now.

Anyway, you can definitely spend all your money as much as you want in your lifetime.

Although Tesla has already gained a reputation, it will take another two years for it to truly establish its dominant position and allow Musk to soar on the rich list.

For Director Wei, Musk now has no connection with him. He tries not to offend him if possible, but if he really offends him, he will not ignore him at all.

He cannot interfere with Director Wei and cannot influence Director Wei.

Director Wei couldn't interfere with him and couldn't influence him.

So Director Wei didn't have any respect for him.

Director Wei was too lazy to be humble in front of the Americans.

Chinese people like humility, but Americans don’t. If you keep being humble, they will think you are afraid of them.

Hearing Director Wei say this, the DC executives immediately understood what Director Wei meant.

They concluded with a reminder: "Wei, Amber Heard and Elon Reev Musk are now dating."

"I know."

Director Wei thought to himself that if she had nothing to do with Musk, I wouldn't be interested.

The richest man’s woman… is much more attractive than an ordinary sea queen.

"I have great respect for Mr. Elon Reeves Musk, and I have great respect for Amber Heard, but as a director, I think it should be okay for me to get to know the leading lady of a potential movie I might direct, right?"

"No problem at all."

The DC executives have already reminded everyone that they should, but Director Wei still said this, so they naturally understand what he meant.

So they created opportunities for Director Wei.

But before that, Director Wei made a big move.

He first hooked up with Elon Reeves Musk.

It has nothing to do with collaboration in the entertainment industry.

A very normal business cooperation.

A collaboration that surprised both Wall Street and the Chinese business community, but felt like a powerful alliance.

It is very rare that after Hollywood praised Director Wei, Wall Street also began to praise Director Wei.

Because Director Wei... no, Boss Wei and Elon Reeve Musk, arguably the strongest rising star in American business, have formed a powerful alliance.

"Wei, you are truly a visionary."

Elon Reeve Musk took the initiative to treat Director Wei to a big meal, and then hugged Director Wei with a big laugh in front of reporters.

He has every reason to be happy.

Because Boss Wei gave him a big gift.

Of course, Boss Wei also has enough reasons to be happy.

"You too, I believe our cooperation will be very pleasant and will become a model for Sino-US cooperation."

"I believe too."