classifiedscript Chapter 129 is scheduled for release.
Chapter 129 is scheduled for release.
Chapter 129 is scheduled for release.
The screening room wasn't too dark, and everyone was sitting in the front row. Ernst and Kate Winslet, however, stood apart from everyone else, sitting quietly in the center of the last row, as if separated from the crowd by an invisible barrier.
The tactile sensation of the leather seats is exceptionally clear in the quiet, and the subtle breathing sounds intertwine with the light and shadow emanating from the screen to create a delicate atmosphere.
At this moment, the classic scene that countless people remember is playing out on the screen, with Leonardo DiCaprio's Jack picking up his paintbrush and carefully depicting Rose's beautiful figure.
As the light and shadow shift, Lu Si on the screen exudes the composure and openness of that era, her eyes sparkling with a longing for freedom.
Off-screen, Kate Winslet's cheeks flushed slightly, a hint of pleading and shyness in her eyes. She quietly squeezed her legs together, her body involuntarily leaning into Ernst's arms.
"Please, no." Her voice was as soft as a feather brushing against the heart, with a slight, almost imperceptible tremor.
Ernst smiled knowingly and slowly withdrew his hand, the warmth of his touch still lingering on his fingertips.
Amidst the other party's ingratiating gaze, he preserved the last shred of dignity for this British actress who was about to shine. "Then you'll have to repay me properly later, thanking me for showing mercy today." His tone carried a hint of mockery. The movie continued to play, each frame precisely hitting the points in Ernst's memory, not a second more, not a second less.
As the end credits faded and the lights suddenly came on, the air seemed to still carry the sorrow of the Titanic's sinking.
Ernst stood up, Kate Winslet's cheeks still flushed, like the sky dyed by the sunset. The two walked side by side toward the area where the crowd had gathered in the front row, their footsteps echoing softly in the empty screening room.
"Tell me, what do you think of this movie?" Ernst's voice broke the silence, his gaze sweeping over everyone present.
The MGM staff seemed to be connected by invisible threads, looking at each other with hesitation and deliberation in their eyes, and no one spoke first.
Finally, Robert Iger broke the silence. He cleared his throat and said with a touch of solemnity, "From an artistic point of view, this is a rare and excellent film. The love between the male and female protagonists in the film is like a gem that has been tempered in the long river of time, making people empathize and unable to extricate themselves for a long time."
Ernst instantly understood that, whether from an artistic standpoint or from the overall quality of the film, Titanic was undoubtedly a masterpiece worthy of being recorded in history.
But this is a disaster movie! How much money can a romance movie make, and how much of a stir can it create?
In other words, as a romance film, they must worship it.
However, for a disaster film that cost two hundred million dollars, such praise sounds more like a subtle expression of concern; perhaps describing its market prospects as a disaster would be more accurate.
Ernst didn't care; it wasn't until Titanic was released that the world realized Cameron's greatness.
What is the film's rating?
Robert Iger responded to the "PG-13 rating" by saying, "Titanic has some violent scenes, a little bit of swearing, and Kate Winslet's nude scenes, but the nude scenes are handled in a more artistic rather than pornographic way, and some of the violent scenes are based on historical context, so it meets the PG-13 rating standard."
Ernst breathed a sigh of relief. For an ambitious blockbuster, elements of violence and sex were almost unavoidable, and a PG-13 rating was the best possible outcome.
"Let's talk about the schedule." Ernst's gaze swept over the group again.
「5月23有那只大恐龙，华纳的《蝙蝠侠与罗宾》与定档在6月20号上映，7月份有《黑衣人》
With two big-budget films like "Air Force One," are you really planning to release this movie during the summer season?
This is the summer movie season. If we have to rank them, the summer movie season is definitely the most important period in the North American film market, surpassing any other period.
Because this period is too long, from the first Friday of May to the end of August, a full four months.
Every summer movie season is packed with blockbusters, and this year the competition is even fiercer. With the romantic film "Titanic" vying for a spot in the summer season, Robert Iger is worried that the giant ship will be torn to shreds by a giant dinosaur or Batman once it arrives.
Even James Cameron couldn't help but offer his advice: "Titanic's themes are family, love, and sacrifice, and its emotional core and epic quality may be more suitable for the Christmas holidays when families reunite."
No one expected that even the film's director would implicitly admit that this was not a disaster film in the traditional sense, but rather a romance film.
His remarks made the faces of several MGM executives even more unpleasant, as if a shadow had been cast over them.
Ernst's gaze remained unwavering, as steadfast as a rock. "I have complete confidence in this film and think it should be released during the summer season."
He knew very well that the appeal of *Titanic* wasn't the sinking of a century, but rather the cross-class romance between the male and female leads.
A love story of mutual devotion through life and death.
Regardless of its release date, the emotional core that resonates deeply with audiences will remain unchanged.
Moreover, the summer box office market is even larger, and Ernst believes that the miracle created by this big ship may be even more glorious.
Ernst already said that trying to persuade him any further would be tactless.
However, at this time, no one dared to set a release date, fearing they would be blamed later.
Robert Iger went so far as to throw this difficult question back at Ernst: "What date do you think would be suitable?"
When Ernst looked at him in silence, Robert Iger understood that he was being asked for his opinion, so he had no choice but to bite the bullet and say, "Jurassic Park 2: The Lost World is in May, and Batman & Robin is in June. If we have to release it during the summer season, I think the end of July would be a good time."
He paused for a moment, then continued his analysis: "Compared to the first two sequels, Men in Black and Air Force One, although they are also big productions, are definitely less popular with audiences."
"But that would clash with 'There's Something About Mary'." Robert Iger changed the subject, revealing a worried expression. "We also planned to release 'There's Something About Mary' at the end of July. If 'Titanic' is scheduled for release in July, there will be a conflict."
During the four months of the summer movie season, August is usually a relatively quiet period, and no production company chooses to release a major film in August.
Basically, the last wave of blockbuster releases is concentrated at the end of July, in an effort to seize the last box office bonus of the summer season.
"If Titanic is scheduled for July, then There's Something About Mary will have to be moved up in the release date," Robert Iger concluded.
After listening for a while, Ernst only understood one sentence: in the end, it was still a lack of confidence in the box office performance of "Titanic".
"No need. The release date for 'There's Something About Mary' remains unchanged," Ernst said decisively.
All the preparations for "I'm Crazy About Mary" were carried out around the end of July, and the release date has already been announced.
If the schedule is changed rashly, all related matters will have to be changed, from publicity plans to actors' promotional tours, which will be disrupted, triggering a series of chain reactions like dominoes.
"What do you think about releasing 'Titanic' on May 3rd?"
Upon hearing this, not only Robert Iger, but everyone present stared wide-eyed, their faces filled with disbelief.
May is practically a challenge to the might of that giant dinosaur in the world!
Before the release date of "Jurassic Park: The Lost World" was announced, the entire Hollywood was watching its lead, and no film dared to schedule its release earlier, simply because they didn't want to go head-to-head with this dinosaur.
Spielberg's movies, needless to say, have enough appeal on their own.
Moreover, the giant dinosaur is a sequel, and it has a large fan base.
Most importantly, the first "Jurassic Park" was such a success that many Hollywood media outlets speculated whether this sequel could break the box office record of its predecessor, which shows its popularity.
But Ernst? He actually dared to confront them head-on.
In terms of release dates, Titanic was released three weeks earlier than Jurassic Park: The Lost World, but everyone knew that it would be difficult to attract a large audience in the first week.
Although the summer vacation period starts from the first Friday of May, most universities and colleges begin their vacations in mid-May or later.
The earliest schools to start summer vacation will not start until after the 10th, while the vast majority will start around the 15th.
This means that Titanic only has one week to truly reap the box office rewards before it crashes into that giant dinosaur.
However, Ernst had his own plans, which was to build a good reputation.
In Hollywood, where special effects blockbusters dominate, romance films don't really have much of a market anymore.
Historically, Titanic rose to fame through word of mouth. People who had seen it watched it four or five times and recommended it to more friends, which led to its subsequent popularity.
"But isn't this too rushed?" Robert Iger frowned. Even if he agreed to release Titanic during the summer season, May 3rd was still too hasty.
Today is April 17th. If Titanic is scheduled to be released on May 3rd, there will only be half a month left for the film's promotion.
Robert Iger wondered if things were a bit too rushed, too hasty?
Ernst said casually, "If we spend all our advertising budget in half a month, and our GG is everywhere, the effect might be even better."
He glanced at the crowd and countered, "Besides, doesn't *Titanic* need any buzz?"
The crowd was speechless for a moment, unable to refute it. From the moment the project was conceived, this film has never lacked buzz, as if it were born with a halo, constantly attracting the public's attention.
First, during the casting and project approval stages, the fact that such a large investment project used two actors who were practically newcomers was controversial and sparked a lot of discussion.
Then came the repeated over-investment, and related reports never stopped, like a drama that was constantly unfolding, keeping the outside world paying close attention to its progress.
After the film was finally completed with many setbacks, voices of skepticism from experts emerged, followed by a love triangle between Paramount, 20th Century Fox, and MGM.
Although Titanic didn't spend a single penny on promotion, it appeared in front of the public more frequently than most films that spent huge sums on promotion.
Seeing the silent expressions on everyone's faces, Ernst knew that he had to make this decision himself.
"Then it's settled, it will be released on May 3rd."
>