But everything is not over yet. After the second week, according to the box office statistics, the box office trend of "Small Island Cry" did not show any downward trend, and even showed a slight increase in the box office in the first few working days.
"It's very simple, because of the suspense!" In the banquet hall of the Sunset Tower Hotel, facing Jonathan Demme's curious inquiry, Eric said: "In "Small Island Cry", I set up enough suspense, such as Ge The fog in Ruisi’s house, such as the dream that Grace had at the beginning of the scene, and the deep meaning hidden in many lines. The most important thing is the unexpected ending of the reversal of human and ghost at the end. Fans who want to find out the truth go into the movie theater repeatedly. You know, human beings are the most curious animals. In addition, I specially advise Disney, guide them in newspapers or TV programs, and maximize the curiosity of movie fans. From then on, this is how it is now.”
"Then, if there are enough analyzes of the film's plot in the newspapers, and all the suspense is gradually resolved, does that mean that the film's box office potential will come to an end?" Jonathan Demme asked again.
Eric shook his head and showed a sly smile: "It is inevitable that this kind of analysis will appear in film reviews, but don't worry, this kind of situation you mentioned cannot happen. Because of many problems Controversy ensues by the end. Like why Grace killed her two children, even in the three-hour cut at Venice, there's no clear answer, only specious hints in the characters' speech .According to these hints, some people may think that it was because the Nazi soldiers occupied the island. In order to avoid the enemy's capture, Grace blindfolded her two children so that they would not make a sound. As a result, she made a mistake and killed her own children. Some people will also say that according to the hint, Grace killed the child probably after the war, so she is probably crazy to kill the child, or there are other reasons. All in all, it is difficult to have a unified answer, and in order to find more evidence to convince the other party, some people will read it again.”
Jonathan Demi seemed to understand something and nodded. Immediately, he asked again: "Eric, when filming this movie, I almost memorized the script, but I really didn't find out why Grace killed her two children, you must know, right?" ,what is going on?"
"This. I don't know either."
Jonathan Demi looked at Eric in disbelief, raised his voice and asked in surprise, "You too... you don't know either?"
"Yeah. Because I never thought about it. In the first place, I didn't think about why Grace would kill two children. I just wrote this story. In the story, Grace killed two children. her two children, and then everything in the mansion."
Jonathan Demi laughed, and suddenly realized: "No wonder you didn't worry about anything just now. I think it's not just about this matter. Maybe there are many suspense in it. You don't have the correct answer, right?"
"Bingo!" Eric smiled and snapped his fingers.
The two laughed badly together, and Jonathan Demme said again: "By the way, Eric, Miss Murdoch contacted me about the script of "The Silence of the Lambs". I heard that you are optimistic about it." , I agreed."
Eric was stunned for a moment, thinking that Jonathan Demi would definitely not bring up this matter for no reason, and asked, "Is there any problem?"
"Yes," Jonathan Demme nodded, "That's right, Miss Murdoch said, you recommend Jodie Foster to play the heroine. But after reading the script a few times, I think maybe Michelle Pfeiffer would be a better fit."
Eric recalled it, and quickly remembered the information of this woman.
Although Michelle Pfeiffer has good acting skills and was nominated for several Oscars in her previous life, she has never had any masterpieces. Moreover, the temperament of this blonde beauty is similar to that of Clary played by Jodie Foster in "The Silence of the Lambs" Silk doesn't have much in common.
Although Eric really hopes that Jodie Foster will play the leading role, if Jonathan Demme insists, he will not intervene too much. After all, Eric still feels that this film has nothing to do with him relation. Because of Xiao Nizi's deliberate concealment, Eric realized that the last time he saw Xiao Nizi's credit card information, he found that the few sums of money spent to acquire the adaptation rights were a little bit too much, but he didn't know that Xiao Nizi would hide it from himself. Think about it in the direction of 3 million dollars, and even if he finds out, he will just hold Xiao Nizi down and spank her ass. Therefore, he still doesn't know that Drew has a 30% stake in TG Films.
"Why do you think Michelle Pfeiffer is suitable?" After thinking for a while, Eric pushed the question to Jonathan Demme.
"I've seen a few of Michelle Pfeiffer's films, especially Dangerous Liaisons, which got her an Oscar nomination last year, and with Jack Nicholson, Cher and Susan Sarandon In "The Witch of East Town", Michelle Pfeiffer's acting skills are sufficient, and she plays a variety of characters. She is a very malleable actress. I think she will definitely be able to shape the role of Clarice better. Perfect."
Eric nodded, because of the success of "Small Island", Jonathan Demme has become a first-line director. Although he knows that if he expresses his position, Jonathan, who is still grateful for giving him the opportunity, will definitely compromise. But he's not a producer now, meddling in this will only be offensive
Moreover, maybe we can also see if the heroine of "The Silence of the Lambs" is replaced by Michelle Pfeiffer, will the same effect be performed, it is quite interesting to imagine, isn't it
According to Jonathan Demme's style, then this movie must be almost the same as the previous life. If the heroine is changed, it can be verified again whether the role makes the actor or the actor makes the role.
"Then do it according to your own ideas. I believe you will be able to make this movie well. As long as you can convince Liz, it doesn't matter who you cast as the heroine."
Jonathan Demi nodded confidently, exchanged a few words, and the two separated.
Eric was socializing among the people at the party. When he passed by a dining table, he overheard a few people getting together and seemed to be talking about something, which seemed to be related to "Small Island Cry", so he leaned over curiously. (To be continued..)