America Tycoon: The Wolf of Showbiz-Chapter 926 - 866 Raised to the Altar

Chapter 926: Chapter 866: Raised to the Altar

Chapter 926: Chapter 866: Raised to the Altar

Hollywood original movies struggle to survive; even an original sci-fi movie by Nolan and Martin finds it difficult to make a huge splash in the market.

“Interstellar” midnight screening box office returns were only half that of the hit sequel, “John Wick: Chapter 3.”

Martin didn’t take any significant action because he knew that Nolan, a master of movie marketing, was well-prepared.

Nolan’s Syncopy Films, in conjunction with Warner Bros., Paramount, DreamWorks, and AMC Theatres, launched the $34.99 “Interstellar” unlimited viewing service.

This means that movie fans who buy a ticket for $34.99 can watch the film an unlimited number of times, as long as it is still playing in theaters.

This created a hot topic on social media, attracting the attention of many people.

In this way, the film’s producers were hinting to both regular moviegoers and passers-by that “Interstellar” was a film worth watching repeatedly.

If you don’t understand it after one viewing, it’s okay; you can watch it several more times.

During the promotional interviews, Nolan repeatedly emphasized the unlimited viewing ticket: “This is a film that feels better every time you watch it.”

Aside from praising his own work, Nolan also enlisted his personal relationships; some famous directors also voiced their support for the film.

Spielberg, who invested in the film, publicly exclaimed, “Can I just say? ‘Interstellar’ is unbelievably good!”

British director Edgar Wright said, “This film has immense artistic impact and an unparalleled approach to filmmaking; I must pay my respects to Nolan.”

Indeed, just like Martin, when someone is continuously successful, they are always surrounded by good people.

Martin has always collaborated with Nolan, and aside from Nolan’s undeniable directorial talent, his proficiency in promotion and marketing hype is also key.

The gods of Hollywood are never self-made.

Although movie reviews were average, the movie’s word-of-mouth marketing did very well.

By Friday, “Interstellar” fully premiered in 4180 North American theaters, and under the influence of heavyweights Nolan and Martin, the film’s occupancy rate climbed, garnering $26.75 million on that day.

Seeing this figure, Martin in the sculpture studio heaved a sigh of relief.

Lily, seeing his expression, put down her chisel, changed out of her work clothes, and asked Martin, “Should we celebrate?”

Martin put down the figurine he was holding and asked, “How do you want to celebrate?”

Lily looked towards Elizabeth Olsen: “Liz, what do you think?”

Elizabeth pondered and said, “The hotpot you made last time was delicious; shall we have it again for lunch?”

Over the years, many Chinese have arrived, and hotpot restaurants are not uncommon in Los Angeles; various adapted forms of hotpot are also quite popular here.

Martin said, “No problem, I’ll call and have the ingredients delivered.”

Lily glanced at the stone dust on her body, “I’ll go take a shower first.”

Martin made a call to the Butler.

The butler contacted the supplier, and by noon, a large batch of fresh ingredients and sauces had been delivered to the Davis Estate.

After Martin prepared everything, he looked at the time and said, “Let’s wait for Old Cloth; he’ll be back soon.”

Lily asked curiously, “What has Old Cloth been up to in Europe lately?”

Martin simply said, “Some business he needed to handle.”

Lily understood and did not probe further.

Elizabeth said, “Let’s wait for Old Cloth to start the meal.”

Before twelve o’clock at noon, the bodyguard picked up Bruce from the airport and brought him back.

After Old Cloth had washed up, together with Thomas, who had also come to join the fun, the five of them had lunch together.

After the meal, Thomas had work to attend to and took his leave.

Martin and Bruce went to the study to talk.

On this trip to Europe, Bruce stayed for more than ten days.

Martin asked directly, “Did the negotiations go smoothly?”

“Everything is basically settled,” Bruce described in detail what happened in Europe.

Martin said, “You will continue to handle this matter.”

Bruce’s shell company had already been established, and the corresponding preparations had also begun; it was only waiting for the final arrangement.

Martin then went upstairs, spending the afternoon with Lily and Elizabeth. They temporarily had no events to attend; they would start promoting the overseas release of the movie next Monday.

The online buzz for “Interstellar” remained high.

Many of Martin’s fans were also spreading the word about the film through social media.

On Saturday, “Interstellar” maintained good occupancy rates, bringing in $27.87 million in one day.

Compared to the success of adapted or sequels, this result against the $180 million investment could only be considered average.

But for an original hard sci-fi movie, it was genuinely commendable.

“Avatar” had only made over $70 million on its opening weekend.

Over the weekend, with massive promotional and marketing efforts, “Interstellar” took in $78.65 million at the North American box office, surpassing “Transformers 4,” which premiered over the Independence Day holiday and topped the North American box office charts.

After the new week began, Martin joined the cast’s team and headed straight to Rio de Janeiro to kick off the overseas promotion.

A North American blockbuster, especially a large-scale sci-fi production, was sure to perform well overseas.

Especially since it featured the combination of Nolan and Martin, who brought their own heat.

Emma Thomas stayed in Los Angeles, representing Nolan to meet with Daniel to discuss matters of Nolan’s new project collaboration with Warner Bros.

Daniel, who had already reviewed Nolan’s new project “Dunkirk” proposal and script outline, said, “Isn’t Chris best at sci-fi? He has been making science fiction films these past few years, and the market response has been good.”

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