Chapitre 679: Chapter 679: Those Who Fail to Keep Up.
In the vibrant banquet hall of Buena Vista Castle Hotel, the air crackled with excitement. The success of "John Wick 2" had drawn a crowd ranging from crew members to Disney executives.
Robert Egger mingled amongst the attendees, his presence adding to the buzz. "The film's North American screening went off without a hitch, and the box office numbers are holding steady," he remarked to Martin over drinks. "I'm proposing we throw a celebration party for the next release in North America to drum up momentum for the DVD sales."
Martin grinned, impressed. "You've thought this through. While the box office numbers alone are promising, a successful DVD release could significantly boost our profits."
Egger nodded. "I'm eagerly anticipating 'The Martian'."
Confidence radiated from Martin as he declared, "The film won't disappoint Disney."
Alan Horn joined the conversation with a chuckle. "Martin's film is currently topping the box office charts. Count on it."
As a multi-layered cake was wheeled in to commemorate their success, Martin, Alan Horn, and Robert Egger stepped aside to cut it, symbolically sharing the achievement with their creative team.
Chad, Bradt, Chen, and Marcus led the charge, slicing into the cake adorned with colorful cream displaying the impressive box office figures: $242.6 million for North America and $587.8 million globally, marking the triumph of "John Wick 2."
Amidst the celebration, Mene arrived fashionably late, accompanied by a mysterious woman. Marcus contemplated giving him a playful jab for his tardiness until he spotted Celine Dion accompanying Mene.
Apologies spilled from Mene's lips as he introduced his guest. Celine Dion gracefully stepped forward, explaining her impromptu visit to Los Angeles and her reliance on Mene for transportation.
Martin waved off Mene's apologies with a smile. "No harm done."
As Mene introduced Celine to the assembled guests, she graciously greeted each one, recognizing Robert Iger and Alan Horn among them as Mene's Hollywood associates.
While Celine engaged in conversation with Robert Iger, Martin turned to Mene with a curious expression. "Are you two going public with this?"
Mene shook his head. "Just among friends. Celine wanted to surprise me with her visit to Los Angeles, and when she heard about the party, she insisted on joining."
Martin chuckled. "It's clear she cares about you."
Mene scratched his head sheepishly. "It's a big change after all these years of being single. Takes some getting used to."
Chad, overhearing the conversation, interjected with a smirk. "You're living the dream, man."
Martin subtly redirected the conversation as Celine approached, ensuring Mene's comfort. Celine exchanged pleasantries with Martin and Chad before turning to Mene with a proposal, eager for his opinion.
Celine Dion's eyes sparkled with excitement as she addressed Martin and Chad, her voice carrying across the room, "This weekend, let's throw a party and invite all your friends in Los Angeles. What do you say?"
Mene, caught up in the enthusiasm of the moment, found himself unable to resist. "Okay," he agreed with a grin.
Turning to Martin and Chad, Celine Dion's smile was infectious as she asked, "Would you two be interested in joining us?"
Martin's response was immediate and genuine, "It would be my honor."
Following the night's festivities, a press conference was scheduled. Chad, Martin, and Mene took center stage, facing a sea of eager reporters. It was here, amidst the flashing cameras, that the official announcement of the DVD launch for "John Wick 2" was made, adding fuel to the already blazing fire of excitement.
In the days that followed, the crew of "The Martian" delved deeper into their work, focusing on scenes involving supporting characters. Martin temporarily left Disney Studios to attend the DVD signing event for "John Wick 2" alongside Chad.
At the signing event, the atmosphere crackled with energy as fans clamored for autographs and photo opportunities. Amongst the crowd, banners and posters proudly proclaimed, "Never mess with Martin's dog!" - a phrase that had morphed into a worldwide meme, symbolizing the film's immense popularity.
With each signature, Martin was reminded of the film's global reach. Despite variations in overseas sales due to copyright laws and piracy efforts, the DVD sales in North America alone soared to a staggering $48.5 million in the first week, marking a significant milestone in Hollywood's disc sales history.
As the week drew to a close, Martin returned to Los Angeles, ready to immerse himself once again in the filming of "The Martian." The crew shifted their focus to a studio specifically outfitted for scenes involving Wia.
Throughout the day's shoot, Martin donned a bulky white spacesuit, suspended by wires in front of a green screen. Ridley Scott's pragmatic approach to directing emphasized efficiency, utilizing a blend of live-action and CGI to create stunning visuals.
During breaks, Ridley Scott engaged in discussions with Martin and others about the evolving landscape of film technology. Despite being labeled as a conservative in the industry, Scott emphasized the advantages of digital filmmaking, citing its versatility and cost-effectiveness.
Martin nodded in agreement, adding, "Not to mention the convenience of distribution."
Jessica Chastain, intrigued by the conversation, interjected, "Is there a significant cost difference between the two?"
Their discussion delved deeper into the intricacies of film production, highlighting the ever-present tension between tradition and innovation in Hollywood's quest for cinematic excellence.
Martin shared an anecdote, his voice animated with enthusiasm, "Remember when 'The Dark Knight' hit theaters? It used traditional film prints, costing around $1,500 per copy. Then along came 'Watchmen,' directed by Zack Snyder, using digital copies, which were just a fraction of the price - about one-third cheaper than 'The Dark Knight.'"
Jessica Chastain nodded thoughtfully, her mind already calculating, "Given the global release scale, that cost difference could translate to tens of millions of dollars."
Ridley Scott chimed in, his tone matter-of-fact, "So, even Kodak can't escape the march of progress. They failed to adapt and got left behind."
Martin added, "I've heard Nolan mention that Kodak still has a hefty stockpile of film, enough to last Hollywood quite a while."
Ridley quipped, "Because there aren't many directors left who insist on shooting with film."
Laughter rippled through the group as Ridley checked the time, prompting, "Let's get ready to roll."
Martin and Jessica Chastain left the rest area, suited up in bulky white spacesuits, and prepared to shoot the space rescue scene once more.
As filming commenced, Martin spun gracefully through the air, his movements controlled yet fluid. After several seconds, he paused, needing a brief respite before continuing.
Over an hour later, Jessica Chastain joined him on set, the two tethered together by safety belts. As they floated closer, their helmets collided with a dull thud, momentarily forgotten in their shared excitement.
Joined hand in hand, they rotated through space, the vibrant seat belts adding a surreal beauty to the scene.
Ridley's voice echoed from behind the director's monitor, "That's a wrap!"
Standing up, Ridley declared, "I hereby pronounce 'The Martian' officially wrapped!"
In the makeshift set, Martin and Jessica Chastain descended slowly as the stunt team moved in to dismantle the wires.
With a flick of a switch, the green screen retracted, revealing a cascade of confetti and streamers, showering the set in a colorful flurry.
Martin and Jessica Chastain removed their helmets, basking in the celebratory atmosphere. Martin plucked a handful of ribbons from the air, tossing them playfully onto Jessica Chastain's head, eliciting a delighted smile from her.
As they exited the set, Martin retrieved a set of suitcases, prompting Jessica Chastain's curiosity, "Martin's famous wrap gifts?"
Opening one of the cases, Martin retrieved a carefully wrapped box, presenting it to her with a smile, "This is for you."
Each member of the cast and crew, including Ridley Scott, received a personalized gift from Martin to commemorate the completion of filming.
With "The Martian" in the can, the crew, led by Martin, gathered at the nearby Castle Hotel for a raucous celebration.
As the festivities wound down, Martin and Jessica Chastain found themselves lingering, eventually retreating to the luxurious suite on the hotel's top floor.
And thus, the story of Snow White and the Prince began anew.
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