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The cost of "The Evil Invasion 2" was as high as 23 million U.S. dollars, and the box office in the first weekend was less than 3.5 million U.S. dollars, which was far from 20th Century Fox's expectations, and it received rave reviews.

Whether it is the professional word-of-mouth of the media and film critics, or the audience's word-of-mouth, it is so poor that it makes people speechless, and there are almost no good reviews.

In contrast, "The Evil One" which was released in the summer of last year easily won a box office of 1.1 million US dollars at midnight, 5.5 million US dollars on Friday alone, 6.48 million US dollars on Saturday, and 6.48 million US dollars on Saturday. It once again earned $5.98 million at the box office.

In the three days of the first weekend, it earned a box office of 19.06 million US dollars.

A very dazzling three-day box office performance in the first weekend.

Because of this, 20th Century Fox has the confidence to let Gregory Hoblit direct "The Evil Dead 2".

Even if the box office reputation is not as good as the first one, at least it can make a fortune, which is a good start for the summer vacation.

However, the reality is far from what 20th Century Fox expected.

After three days of the first weekend, the box office of "The Evil Spirit 2" began to decline sharply. The theater company expects that the final North American box office of the film will hardly exceed 20 million US dollars.

Colette Singer, as the head of the 20th Century Fox distribution department, felt a little tingling for the first time. The failure of "The Evil Invasion 2" brought more than just a failed film, and it was difficult to take it back. As a result of investment costs, it may ruin a series of film shooting plans.

With the failure of "The Evil Spirit 2", the next series of filming plans related to "The Evil Spirit" can only be stopped, or even stay on paper forever.

Colette Singer sighed. Maybe 20th Century Fox should have temporarily frozen the project since Ryan Gosling refused to continue directing "The Evil Dead 2" instead of letting Gregory Hoblitt. Filming of The Evil Within 2 was rushed.

It should have been a joy to be in the same position as Gregory Hobright, who is working with 20th Century Fox for the first time and directing a sequel to a blockbuster.

But the box office in front of me,

But it clearly told him that this is a film that is bound to fail, and it is impossible for 20th Century Fox to recover its investment through the North American box office.

"Gao Li, you have to cheer up." His manager persuaded him from the side: "The Evil Spirit 2 is a thing of the past, you need to forget about it for a while."

"The most important thing right now is to make Paramount believe in your directing ability and continue the "Level One Fear" project."

The failure of "The Evil Spirit 2" will inevitably affect whether Paramount will continue to prepare for the filming of "First Fear".

Just like all Hollywood directors, Gregory-Hoblit also imagined that every film he directed would sell well at the box office and become the top horror film director in Hollywood. ranks.

However, the facts in front of him, like a blow to the head, completely woke him up, let alone becoming a first-line commercial director in Hollywood, whether he can keep the "Level One Fear" project is now a problem.

After all, he is not Ryan Gosling, who can create box office miracles one after another.

"It's hard for Paramount to trust a horror director who just failed." Gregory-Hoblit shook his head, and there was little he could do about it.

"No, Gao Li, you still have a chance." The agent said in a firm tone, "As long as you continue to serve as the director of "Saw 4", you will have a chance to stand up and even prove yourself to Paramount."

""Saw 4"!" Gregory Hoblit was a little silent.

Having directed two "Saw" series of films in succession, according to the normal Hollywood rules, he already has enough confidence to ask the producer for a remuneration and box office share in line with his status.

But according to the directing agreement he signed at the beginning, he can only get a pitiful basic salary.

"Gao Li, now is not the time to hesitate." The manager raised his voice and continued, "You need to continue the "Level One Fear" project instead of worrying about the salary."

"As long as "First Fear" is successful, you can enter the ranks of the top horror film directors in Hollywood, just like Ryan Gosling did. Find the right project to transform and become a commercial director."

First become a top horror film director, and then transform to a mainstream commercial film director.

This is the road that Ryan has traveled, and it is also a shortcut.

For "The Evil Spirit 2", Ryan didn't pay attention at all, or he didn't bother to pay attention.

Even if he continues to direct "The Evil Spirit 2", there is no guarantee that the film can recover its investment, unless 20th Century Fox can temporarily freeze the shooting of "The Evil Spirit 2" according to his ideas and wait for a few years.

Waiting for the word-of-mouth of the public and the media to become a kind of nostalgia, waiting for the rise of feminism in North America, and then preparing for the filming of "The Evil Spirit 2", maybe a different result will be obtained.

Too bad 20th Century Fortes won't do what he wants.

In contrast, the rest of the film companies in this summer's file are much more prosperous.

A film "Tornado" jointly released by Warner Bros. and Universal Pictures, won a box office of 41.09 million US dollars in three days in the first weekend.

There is also "Mission Impossible" released by Paramount and starring Tom Cruise, which won a box office of 45.43 million U.S. dollars in three days in the first weekend.

Disney's "Ransom Storm" also took in a box office of 34.21 million US dollars in the first three days of the weekend.

Twentieth Century Fox seems to have missed the summer feast once again, and the only anticipated "Independence Day" is still facing some big and small troubles.

In the studio, Ryan frowned, looking at Heidi who had just made a cameo appearance in front of him, "I want to come to Hollywood after graduation!"

Heidi moved forward and asked with great anticipation: "How is my acting talent? Do I have the potential to become a first-line star!"

Potential to be an A-list star!

Ryan looked at her speechlessly, and then said unceremoniously: "Sorry, Heidi, I didn't see this talent in you."

"Of course, if you want to become an actor, I would welcome it very much. After all, there will be no shortage of background cloth in every crew."

"Background cloth?" Heidi stared wide-eyed, unable to believe that it was just a background cloth.

Of course she knew what the background cloth meant, even worse than some senior extras.

"Just now, Jonathan praised me." She tried to argue.

Ryan was completely speechless this time. He looked around and saw that no one was paying attention, and said in a low voice, "Most of the shots Jonathan took were just supplementary. As for editing, it's hard to say whether they will be used."

"And, for a backdrop, you're really talented."

"Okay." Heidi was obviously shocked.

After quite a while, she finally asked: "Then if I want to learn acting, who should I ask for advice?"

"Charlie or Arnold are good study objects." Ryan quickly gave advice.

"Are you sure?" Heidi asked, blinking.

"Very sure." Ryan nodded vigorously.

"Hey, it seems that I am still suitable to continue my studies." Heidi became dejected.

Charlize Theron, who is simply a lunatic, is covered in bruises all over her body, but she continues to hang on the wire and shoot every day like a normal person.

She doesn't want to be like Charlize Theron, working hard all day for filming.

As for Arnold Schwarzenegger, his status is too high, and Heidi is too embarrassed to approach him.

After sending Heidi away, Ryan continued to sit behind the monitor, looking at the shot that had just been shot, and whether there was anything that needed to be revised.

After a while, Arnold Schwarzenegger came over, holding an invitation, "Ryan, you should see this."

"A small fashion show held by a lingerie and pajamas brand." He deliberately lowered his voice, "Blonde, tall, model, it suits your taste."

Ryan took a look and saw a very familiar name, "Victoria's Secret?"

"Unfortunately I don't have time for now."

For the famous Victoria's Secret catwalk in his previous life, he has long been eager to see through.

The invitation in front of me, although not an annual show, is just a small catwalk, which is also very attractive.

It's a pity that he can't spare the time for the time being, nor is he in the mood to hunt for beauty.

Even if he needs to relax, right now he has several very attractive bodies to choose from, so he doesn't need to look for a model.

"It's a pity." Arnold Schwarzenegger shook his head regretfully, and said, "You lost a chance to get close to the beautiful angel."

"In the future, there will be opportunities to approach angels." Ryan didn't care. Anyway, the faces of the current Victoria's Secret angels are somewhat unfamiliar to him, far from the sense of conquest and accomplishment brought by those familiar faces in previous lives.

Lima, Tangtang, Lily and others who are really fascinating, they seem to have not joined Victoria's Secret yet.

He has enough time to get close to the angel, and he is the most charming angel, let Xiao Lizi get out.