Pokémon, but cultural invasion.

While the three of them were each lost in thought, the scene on the screen suddenly paused.

The lights in the screening room gradually came on.

"what's the situation?"

"We were enjoying the movie, who turned on the lights?"

"Isn't this just causing trouble?"

Just as they were getting to the exciting part, the interrupted audience members were very unhappy and began to complain.

Only Carl in the back row looked up, wondering if the movie was about to end.

The engrossed audience may have forgotten that this was a preview screening.

What kind of logic is it to show the entire film at a preview screening?

Xiaoxia was the second to react; she had a bad feeling when the lights came on.

When preparing for the Hualan stage play, Quanshu liked to use his little tricks.

The half-finished version of "The Little Mermaid" was updated on social media, and while it was met with a barrage of criticism, it did bring in a large audience for the first day of performances.

But this time the situation is different.

She glanced back at the film critics and reporters, all of whom had dark, sullen faces.

These trolls really know how to spew profusely when they start, even in the golden age.

If anyone dares to interrupt their writing, Quanshu will be attacked and called an idiot!

The audience was already making a ruckus, especially the fans who had come through the raffle for Izumi Tree; they were practically in a state of panic.

"Izumi dares to use the same trick twice!"

"I can't stand it! If you can't let me watch half of it, you might as well just kill me!"

When something exciting is interrupted, it feels like Mai-sensei is crawling all over your body.

Even the usually well-mannered Karl couldn't resist writing in his notebook.

"This is the first time I've ever seen a film screening end at such a crucial moment. Young directors are really daring!"

If it were when he was younger—would he dare to break it like that? Did you buy your driftwood wholesale?

They've been using foul language for a long time.

Chapter 69 Tell Your Sister Xia the Truth

The lights in the screening room came on.

Izumi, who was rarely dressed in a formal suit, walked in front of the screen and cleared his throat:

"Dear guests, the screening of 'Night at the Museum' is now temporarily concluded."

"You may have noticed that there is a questionnaire in the recessed area on the right side of the audience seats. We hope that everyone can write down their most honest feelings."

"Your feedback and opinions are crucial to the entire production team..."

As he spoke, he looked down at the sea of ​​people below the stage.

Quanshu noticed something was wrong—why did everyone have such dark faces and look so sullen?

Please, this movie was classified as a fantasy comedy in its previous life. Could it be that something went wrong during the localization process?

He began to wonder if he had stepped on some landmine that outsiders didn't know about, but then he thought that the crew members during filming hadn't noticed any problems either.

Quanshu forced a smile and said, "Later, we will also have some exquisite little gifts related to the movie, which will be distributed to everyone by the staff."

Suddenly, someone in the crowd asked a question in a low, brooding tone.

"Director Quan, is there really no second half to the movie?"

This is undoubtedly a foolish question at a movie preview screening; if filming is already complete, it should be called a premiere.

However, some viewers couldn't help but ask about the lingering sense of melancholy that remained in their hearts long after the film ended.

"It's a pity that the film's production was not completed. I also hope that the full movie can be released to everyone as soon as possible."

These words made the audience's already slumped faces look even more aggrieved.

The film was not completed; objective facts cannot be changed by human will. Even if you force Izumi to produce the whole film, he still cannot.

This made them even more frustrated.

The film critics in the back row were writing furiously, while the junior journalists sitting with them were frowning.

This film exhibited characteristics completely different from those of the mainstream media, which had previously consistently criticized it, much to the dismay of journalists.

Is it because they trust the judgment of professionals and are pessimistic about the future of "Night at the Museum"?

I'll trust my gut feeling and gamble on whether this movie will really be a hit.

They sighed as they watched the film critics freely wielding their pens.

At preview screenings, film critics only need to write down their feelings, but media reporters have many more things to consider.

Everyone filled out the questionnaire absentmindedly.

Seeing that things were going well, Quanshu handed over the wrap-up work for the preview screening to other staff members.

What no one noticed was that three people had already quietly slipped out of the audience.

They walked directly from the outer perimeter into the backstage area of ​​the venue.

"Wouldn't it be inappropriate for us to go in without permission?"

Xiao Gang, the most honest of the three, was timid and hesitant, and his body was half a head shorter than his own.

Xiaoxia retorted, "What are you afraid of? We're Quanshu's friends, what's wrong with us just coming in?"

When the backstage staff saw the three dojo masters walk in openly, they knew they had been invited by their director, so they all nodded in greeting.

Izumi, who was about to leave work, saw this scene and laughed in exasperation.

Xia rushed over to him, covered her mouth, and whispered, "Tell your sister Xia the truth, has the movie already finished filming?"

"Wait until the audience leaves, then show us the second half later. Don't worry, I promise I won't leak the plot details."

"If it really leaks, Xiao Gang is at your mercy."

Still speaking, the Savage Bass from Hualan City.

Quanshu said irritably, "What I said on stage was the truth. A movie can't be made that quickly. Editing and post-production also take time."

Filming for the movie is nearing completion and is expected to wrap up within a week.

When it comes to editing and post-production, Digital Alloy is the fastest way to make money.

"Ok."

Xiaoxia was very disappointed, partly because she couldn't see any further developments that piqued her curiosity.

On the one hand, she couldn't take advantage of her proximity to the source, and on the other hand, she was hoping to show off to her sisters after learning the plot.

"But if you really want to know, I can tell you verbally."

"No, no, no, forget it!" Lijia shook her head repeatedly.

Any film or television work, when narrated, will collapse into a mess due to the narrator's limited language organization skills.

Rather than letting her curiosity and anticipation fade, she decided to go see the movie in person on its release day.

While the group was talking, some fans who had been following the giveaway finally got their update in the comments section of Quanshu's post.

"Figs with rum: @I won't change my name until I become a champion, has the preview screening ended? What was the movie like?"

"No championship, no name change: We're still in the questionnaire stage, but the test screenings are over. First, I can confirm two things. First, Izumi is definitely a genius director; second, he's definitely a prodigy."

"The King of Taking Leave Who Can't Get It By: That's so true, that's exactly how Izumi is. I feel relieved to see your comment."

"I won't change my name until I become a champion: Due to a confidentiality agreement, I can't reveal too much, but the movie is absolutely fantastic, unlike any movie I've ever seen before. I can't say too much, but those who know, know."

"I won't change my name until I become a champion: Sometimes I really envy you guys who didn't get a chance to watch the movie. You don't have to feel as uncomfortable as me when the plot is cut short at the climax. Arceus, is this also a test you gave me?"

"Captain's Surprise Attack: Is this guy showing off?"

"Adult Slippers: Absolutely. I'm actually more concerned about the movie's release date because I need to grab tickets in advance."

"Forest Ranger: There are no movie theaters in remote towns in the Johto region. If you want to watch a movie, you have to take a bus to Goldenrod City. Sigh."

As the screening ended and the audience dispersed, film critics and journalists left with their notes.

The following day, after a night of careful consideration, news about the preview screening began to circulate.

Smaller media outlets that had sent representatives to the preview screenings began to shift their stance.

The wording is no longer as harsh as before, leaving considerable room for interpretation in the film's evaluation.

A very small number of media outlets lavished praise on the matter, completely disregarding the possibility of a boomerang effect, and went all in.

Several movie-watching blogs that hadn't been updated in a long time have also started operating again online.

Of all the film critics, Carl is undoubtedly the most watched.

His lengthy review attracted a huge audience.

Perhaps it's because the new generation of young people truly has ideas, but in my long film-watching career, I've rarely seen such a unique work.

Although I didn't see the ending of this film, its unique imagination captivated me and the audience in the theater.

[Due to the frustrating interruption during the movie, I had intended to write a deliberately negative review, but unfortunately, I can't fool myself, much less everyone else.]

[In closing, I want to tell you: Go see a movie.]

Whether it's the beginning of a new era or a final burst of life at the end of an industry, I invite all film fans to witness it with me.

Chapter 70 Poor Sister Zhulan

"Cattleya: Do you think they're accepting Pokémon?"

"Gardelia: It's hard to imagine that after a test screening, the media reporters and film critics who attended would turn against the mainstream opinion."

In a group chat with only three people, messages were flashing.

Wanlong: Xiaojia, you're thinking too badly of everyone. Is it possible that the audience was moved by the movie and that their views changed?

"Cattleya: In my experience, there is no way to synchronize everyone's thoughts in a common direction except through hypnosis."

"Cattleya: In my opinion, this screening is just as illogical as Team Plasma's speech on the streets of Unova."

"Cadelia: There's no way you can change everyone's mind with just one movie or one speech."

"Gardelia: @Cynthia, what do you think, Orchid?"

Wanlong: She hasn't received any messages. I heard she went down into the ruins. I don't know when she'll be back.

...

A week later, Cynthia emerged, weary from her journey, from some ruins in the mountains near Baidai City.

After returning from Ripple Town, she was first bogged down in matters related to the champion, and then plunged headlong into the work of a mythologist.

Reintegrating into society through the internet, Cynthia replies to messages from various parties on the Navigator.

She was in a good mood, with no scheduled tasks for the next few days, giving her valuable rest time to relieve fatigue.

After handing over the work to the archaeological team, Cynthia rode on Garchomp's back and returned to Canalica.

When she's not working, she usually spends her time in the quiet Watervein City Library.

With the wind whistling, the barrier erected by Garchomp allowed her to safely browse various news broadcasts and learn what had happened on this land while she was away.

"Night at the Museum" is scheduled for release on September 25th, and will be shown in theaters across the country. See you there!

Cynthia was slightly taken aback when she saw the news.

The title of this movie... seems to be something Wanlong recommended to her a long time ago?

I didn't expect it to be scheduled for release so soon.

Cynthia felt as if she had been transported to another world, and couldn't help but marvel at how quickly time had passed.

The 25th, which means the day after tomorrow?