Chapter 419

After the premiere, Adriaan left with Kate. Although he had provided the outline of the script, most of the content was done by the company's screenwriters. At most, he played a role in supervising the direction of the film. Therefore, in the subtitles of the movie, his name was listed at the end of all the screenwriters, so he did not have to attend the press conference.

There were many differences between this version of Ghost Horse and the one in his memory. Of course, this difference was due to the control of the camera language. It was normal for such a deviation to occur. Even the same director producing the same movie could not be completely the same — except for the crazy Adriaan.

Even so, there was no need to worry too much. Brad Seberning still had a good grasp of the main plot. Laughter was incessant throughout the screening. Caspar gave up the opportunity to resurrect to Katie's father. Although he got the opportunity to become a boy and successfully date Katie, he changed back after midnight. This made many sentimental people sigh.

In addition, the image of Caspar and the three ghosts was quite attractive. The film crew spent millions of dollars to skillfully move the animated image into the movie. It not only retained the flavor of the animation, but also did not make people feel awkward. The ghost images of the dead actors were quite interesting. Therefore, when the movie finished screening and the lights in the hall were turned on, there was an immediate round of applause.

This movie was also very well received in the eyes of the media. Empire magazine declared that "this is the best movie suitable for the whole family to watch since the beginning of the summer"; Hollywood Reporter also said that "this is Brad's most humorous and warm work. Disneyland's family movies are always very attractive. If you want to spend a happy weekend with the whole family, then this is a good choice."

Although the film critic Jon Riley commented on the actors' acting, he was not too harsh on them. "Everyone did their job, but the most eye-catching is still Karpas as the ghost. He is clever and interesting, just like in the animation. Fortunately, Sarah Michelle Gellar, who plays the daughter Katie, is also quite bright. She is smart and a little gloomy. Otherwise, it would be terrible if the actors in real life lost to the computer animation. "

Adriaan agreed with this review. In his opinion, Sarah's performance in the movie was better than the original Christina Ricci. Perhaps this opinion was a little subjective, but so what?

In short, after the movie was released, there was a lot of applause. This was because this kind of PG-rated movie was not worth arguing about. It also had something to do with Disneyland's image and marketing strategy. After all, this type of movie was their signature. Therefore, in the first week of release, Ghost Horse Fairies topped the North American box office with a box office of 22 million. Looking at the momentum, it was likely to lead for a period of time.

Seeing this, Adriaan turned his attention to other areas and began preparing to return to London to start the post-production of Howard Manor. However, the day before he left, a sudden piece of news forced him to postpone his trip. Although he had expected this, Adriaan could not help but sigh when he received the news. This guy is really anxious. Fortunately, I came prepared. It's time to play my trump card.

Spielberg flipped through the documents in his hand and frowned even deeper. He threw them away impatiently and began to search on the table. After flipping through the documents for two or three minutes, he had exchanged more than a dozen documents and materials. Many of them were thrown on the floor, but he still did not find what he was looking for.

After snorting in annoyance and dissatisfaction, Spielberg gave up on the documents on the table and walked to the bookshelf. Finally, after throwing away a few documents, he finally found the information he was looking for that was covered in black and white images.

After letting out a long sigh, he turned around and was taken aback. Only then did he realize that his simple and bright office had been occupied by all kinds of scattered documents.

With a slightly bitter smile, Spielberg put the materials he found on the coffee table next to him and began to tidy up. After a few times, he sighed and covered his forehead. He had always been a person who didn't care about trifles. His office was often messed up, and every time, it was the secretary who tidied it up. So, for him to sort out these scattered documents was as difficult as asking him to fly out of the window.

"Damn, Steven, you're really something. You can't even do such a small thing now." Spielberg took off the glasses on the bridge of his nose and muttered to himself while wiping them with the corner of his clothes.

At this time, the intercom on the table sounded: "Mr. Steven, Mr. Adriaan is here."

Stunned, Spielberg immediately reacted and walked over to press the intercom button: "Thank you, Melissa, invite him in. Also, please pour us two cups of coffee."

After saying that, he glanced around. He was too lazy to tidy up those things. Anyway, all the materials he needed were on the desk — although they were also scattered. So Spielberg picked up the first document he found and sat back in his chair.

"Hello, Steven …" Adriaan was obviously surprised when he came in with a briefcase.

"Sorry, Eide." Spielberg made a gesture. "As you can see, because I am doing the final preparations, it is a bit messy here."

"It's okay, sometimes I am like this in the office." Adriaan smiled, walked to the desk and sat down. He picked up the scattered documents on the ground and neatly put them on the other side of the desk.

Spielberg looked at the young man in front of him with a slightly complicated expression. Just like before, he always gave people a good first impression. But to this day, he still did not like him very much. He was too utilitarian, a bit impatient, always wanted to produce the best thing in the shortest time, and his private life was not that good.

In Hollywood, there were some things that could not be kept secret. Even if the person involved did not say it, it was enough to determine what had happened based on some leaked information. Of course, it was fine as long as he was aware of these things. Only an idiot would spread it around. Besides, no matter what, Drew Barrymore was still his goddaughter.

But from another perspective, Spielberg admired him. He dared to do and think, his mind was full of unexpected ideas, and every time he did it well, his works would win praise and box office. Not everyone could win the Palme d 'Or at the Cannes Film Festival at the age of 24. Even Spielberg did not win it.

"In that case, let's not talk too much." Adriaan coughed and interrupted Spielberg's thoughts. "If I remember correctly, the post-production of Jurassic Park has not been completed yet, right? Why are you in a hurry to start the new film? "

Spielberg smiled and said, "How is your new film? A lot of people are waiting to see you make a fool of yourself, especially the British. "

"Well …" Adriaan laughed, looking a little helpless and self-deprecating. It seemed that a lot of people had been asking him this recently. But he quickly came back to his senses and understood what Spielberg wanted to say.

"This is different, Steven. I always start preparing for the next film after the previous one is completed." Adriaan shook his head and did not agree with his idea.

Spielberg shrugged and suddenly asked another question, "Why do you want to bring 'Howard Manor' to the big screen, Eide? You have never directed this type of film before, have you? "

"Because … I think I should do this." Adriaan hesitated and finally sighed.

"Don't worry, I have handed over all the post-production work to Lucas. As one of the people who knows me best, he understands what I want. When I need to make a decision, I will contact him. "Spielberg sighed and said," I have waited for too long. "

"I know." Adriaan tapped his fingers back and forth on the desk and said, "So, is there anything else? If it's just the funding, I don't think I need to come over, right? "

Spielberg nodded and said, "Yes, I believe you have read the script. As the best screenwriter in Hollywood, maybe you can provide some advice?"

"The best screenwriter in Hollywood? I don't deserve that. " Adriaan smiled and didn't take it to heart. His expression didn't seem to be fake. "Well, I don't have many suggestions for the script. You have done a good job, especially the Krakow Ghetto scene. By the way, I remember you said that you planned to use black and white film to make this film?"

"Yes, I think color film can't express that kind of heavy feeling," Spielberg said and looked at him without blinking.

Adriaan acted as if he didn't see it. He took out the thick script from his briefcase and flipped through a few pages before saying, "I have no opinion. You are the director, so naturally you have the final say. But, to be honest, how do you plan to change Schindler? There must be a more logical explanation or a more shocking scene. Otherwise, it will be easy to be unconvincing. "

"I know, I deliberately arranged for him to see those people being shot. There were many children among them. I plan to give those children … some close-up shots." Spielberg nodded and hesitated before saying, "But I still think it's missing something."

"Is that so …" Adriaan rubbed his chin. A few seconds later, he suddenly thought of something and asked, "By the way, when I was collecting relevant information, I read a biography called 'The Girl in the Red Dress: An Autobiography.' The author was Roma Ligonka, one of the survivors of the concentration camp. She seemed to be related to Roman Rolansky?"

"Is that so?" Spielberg showed a puzzled expression. He didn't understand what Adriaan was trying to say.

"I think, maybe you can set it up like this. When Schindler witnessed the massacre, he saw a little girl in the red dress shuttling through the crowd and finally hiding in a house. She crawled under the bed and covered her ears when the gunshots rang out. That bright red stung Schindler's eyes, and then he began to change! Until one day, when the Nazis dug up the bodies of the dead and burned them, he saw that bright red again on the wooden cart that transported the bodies! Do you understand, Steven? The only bright red in the black and white, a very symbolic bright red! "