"Sean Connery's history of domestic violence?"
Seeing the eye-catching headline in the newspaper, Duke couldn't help but smile slightly. Sean Connery's son and wife had surprisingly called a press conference on Monday, exposing Connery's scandal. This was simply a source of great satisfaction. The media was almost overwhelmingly reporting related news, going so far as to describe Connery...
"Crash…"
With a crisp sound, a chair fell onto the glass coffee table, which immediately shattered into countless pieces. Despite this, the owner of the room, Sean Connery, was still filled with rage and picked up another chair to smash the television screen that was broadcasting news about his scandals into fragments.
"Bastard!" he kept cursing.
On the other side, his wi...
As mid-April approached, Duke completed all post-production work and, according to Warner Bros.'s plan, accepted an interview with the entertainment section of the *Los Angeles Times*, which took place at Rock Studios. Aside from the routine promotion of *The Rock*, many of the topics discussed revolved around John Mason and Christopher Lee, as agreed upon beforehand.
"It is said that yo...
In trailers and promotional posters for 'The Rock,' John Mason is portrayed as a former British agent."
Facing the cameras of Fox Television, Sean Connery showcased his usual gentlemanly demeanor. "Warner Bros. and director Duke Rosenberg have both invited me, and I'm very interested in this role. We were in substantial negotiations, but Duke changed his mind and hired a lesser-known old...
"This is the new business Santa Fia has taken on," Mrs. Leah said, adjusting her glasses after hearing Duke's question. "For the next five years, Santa Fia will be responsible for Victoria's Secret's brand promotion and will take a commission from their additional sales. If things go well, the Rosenberg family may step into the ranks of billionaires."
"Is there a specific plan?" Duke ask...
"Hey, Jones! Allen!"
Sitting on the couch of the rented apartment, Kunitz called out towards the kitchen, "Halftime is here, the most exciting part is about to start! Hurry up!"
"We're coming!"
Jones and Allen ran out one after the other, each holding a beer and popcorn, and sat down next to Kunitz, asking, "Has Michael Jackson come on yet? This game has been so dull; the ...
"Go ahead, tell me," Charles Rowan gestured for Duke to continue. After all, it was one thing for Duke to suggest an idea, but whether Warner Bros. would adopt it was another matter entirely.
"Super Bowl halftime ads!" Duke quickly stated. "Sending a 30-second teaser for the film during the Super Bowl halftime show would be an incredible promotional opportunity. The viewership is…"
...
"Mike, let's use high-speed slow motion for the opening scene."
Standing in the editing room of Rock Studios, Duke stared intently at the footage on the monitor. "Fade in between shot seven and shot eight, insert shot twenty-three of the explosion…"
After Mike Dawson directed two assistants to complete the edits, Duke crossed his arms and watched for a while before saying, "The ...
The sky was faintly brightening, and a conference room at Warner Brothers was brightly lit. After learning about the fire at the Warner studio, many high-ranking officials, including Jeff Robinov, rushed over to listen to the preliminary investigation results alongside the crew's management.
The preliminary report from the fire department was straightforward, without convoluted technical...
"Naomi, call for help..."
It was rare for Duke to curse, but he spat out a string of expletives as he sprinted out of the studio, racing across the wide asphalt road. He grabbed a fire extinguisher, which was mandatory in the warehouse area, and dashed to the warehouse door.
The smell of burning grew stronger, and small sparks could be seen seeping through the gap at the bottom of...
"Why are we holding the party in the studio?"
Sitting in the golf cart, Sophia asked Duke, who was in the driver's seat, "Wouldn't it be better to rent out a hotel banquet hall or a nightclub?"
"I'm not sure either."
Waving his hand behind him, Duke said somewhat helplessly, "Robin and Charles, the two production managers, consulted a lot of people from the crew before maki...
"Making sure the audience enjoys the film is the first thing I consider when making a movie," Duke answered naturally.
"Like explosions?" the reporter asked.
"Yes, explosions," Duke replied.
"What are you planning to blow up next?" the reporter inquired with curiosity.
"I think the White House is a good target."
This was a joke-filled award ceremony, so no one...
An elderly man with neatly combed white hair stared straight at them, his sharp gaze like that of an eagle. Duke met his gaze without fear, his expression calm and indifferent, as if facing nothing more than an ordinary post on the dock.
"Young man," Sean Connery stepped closer. "Confidence must be matched by talent; otherwise, it becomes arrogance. This is Hollywood. Remember, it's easy...
The MTV Movie Awards, established last year—1992—by MTV Global Music Television, are an international film award. Due to the trophy being designed in the shape of a popcorn bucket, a staple for moviegoers, the award is also referred to as the "Golden Popcorn Award."
The awards are characterized by the fact that the winners are determined by audience votes, making the MTV Movie Awards...
"Since childhood, everyone has let you down repeatedly. Now, you must think for yourself, Naomi!"
Sitting in the driver's seat of a red Ford, Naomi Watts stared at her reflection in the rearview mirror. Her snow-white face was as smooth and firm as a freshly boiled egg, her pink lips as tempting as a newly bloomed rose, and her exquisite makeup enhanced her already striking beauty.
The black limousine had just approached Mason Street when it had to stop due to the road ahead being temporarily blocked. George Lucas opened the door and stepped out, standing at the edge of the crowd, looking ahead. He saw a camera hanging from a tall crane and heard the roar of car engines and the screeching of tires on the road.
Calling over his assistant, he instructed him to negoti...
"Turn left, the villa ahead."
Under Shania's direction from the passenger seat, Duke turned the steering wheel, guiding the car down a quiet tree-lined path, coming to a gentle stop in front of a teal villa.
"Is this the place?" Duke asked, glancing at Shania.
"This is the house my agent rented for me," Shania replied, unbuckling her seatbelt. "He thinks I should have a pla...
"Miss Twain, I hope you can manage your phone!"
Hearing Duke's cold words, Shania Twain's agent snatched the phone from her hand, quickly removing the battery cover. "Sorry, Director Rosenberg."
Duke's eyes remained fixed on Shania. She was not inexperienced, and after revealing a slightly embarrassed smile, she said, "I'm really sorry…"
Although he had come close t...
"Hans, here's a segment I filmed."
Making a gesture to the other side, Sophia walked to the television at the front of the meeting room, inserted a tape into the VCR, and turned on the TV. Duke continued, "Let's watch the opening scene of a film…"
This was not a production made by Duke or Mike Dawson, but rather a rough cut of some footage Sophia had developed after printing som...
Sitting in his luxurious office, Martin Bob quickly flipped through the script outline in front of him, tilting his head in thought before setting it aside. Mel Gibson clearly wanted to venture into directing, but now was not the time. CAA had only just managed to secure him two leading roles; everything would have to wait until he fulfilled his acting contracts.
After a brief phone call...
"The situation isn't good."
In the office of the studio, Charles Rowen supported his chin with one hand. "The actor has a fractured radius in his right arm and will definitely have to withdraw from the production."
Accidents are inevitable when shooting action scenes, and Duke understands this. What worries him is another matter. "Will this affect the upcoming shooting schedule?"<...
"This is the set, Naomi."
Catching the familiar scent, Duke knew who it was without even lifting his head. "I remember you don't have any scenes today, right?"
"I just wanted to have lunch with you."
When Duke finally looked up, Naomi Watts had an expression that was perfectly timed, and her petite figure easily conveyed a sense of fragility and vulnerability.
The burning cigarette emitted thin wisps of smoke, faintly obscuring Ed Harris's figure. In the mirror, his determined face was filled with anger...
"Cut!"
Watching the scene on the monitor, Duke called for a stop, then turned to the other side and said, "Dim the lights a bit more. I want to show the dark heaviness of the human heart. Yes! The lighting should bring a sense of oppr...
Outside San Francisco's Fairmont Hotel, the atmosphere was buzzing with excitement. Under the white columns forming the grand entrance, the place was swarming with reporters. The production's press officer was holding a microphone, trying hard to maintain order, but the crowd remained chaotic.
Standing behind the three leading actors, Duke answered a few questions himself, but just as wi...
"Joss, I'm looking forward to working with you."
After leaving his office, Duke shook hands with a bald middle-aged man. "In my eyes, you and your team are the perfect choice."
After an on-site evaluation, Duke finally found his ideal pyrotechnician. The pyrotechnics team, led by Joss Williams and recommended by George Lucas, largely met his requirements. Once Warner Bros. confirm...
Overall, the Hollywood film production process can be divided into five main stages: review and development, pre-production, filming, post-production, and distribution. As September approached, "The Rock" was still in the initial pre-production phase.
During this stage, the Rock Studio needed to prepare extensively for the actual shooting, which included hiring actors and crew, building ...
"The global box office for *Speed* is approaching $300 million."
In a CAA office, Martin Bob seemed to be talking to himself, or perhaps to Lovett across from him. "As the film's box office rises, Warner Bros. will increasingly recognize Duke Rosenberg's value, which will reduce our leverage."
He lightly tapped the table, considering for a moment. "Duke Rosenberg has left Fox, but...
Although Duke had a bad feeling, he remembered that in the previous production team, the first choice for the role of John Mason was Arnold Schwarzenegger. However, after the governor dropped out due to scheduling conflicts, Connery was brought in as a last-minute replacement. Still, the production team sent an invitation to CAA, as it was difficult to find a more suitable candidate than Sean C...
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Facing numerous reporters, Duke maintained his calm demeanor, responding to their questions in the most appropriate way. "Why choose Warner Bros.? Because Warner Bros. is my favorite film company. They have a long history, mature concepts, and ...
Carrying her briefcase, Nancy exited the elevator, turned into the corridor, and arrived at Duke's door, gently pressing the doorbell.
The door opened to reveal a blonde woman's face, and Nancy frowned, "Why is it you?"
"Hello, Nancy."
After greeting her agent, Naomi quickly stepped aside to let Nancy in. "You're here to see Duke, right? He's on a call in his study; I'll go...