Burbank, Universal Studios.

Two cars stopped outside the special studio for the Victoria's Secret Show, one in front and one behind.

The driver of a luxury Cadillac SUV in front got out of the car and opened the door. Madonna stepped out of the car, and a white man in his thirties who got off the BMW convertible behind him walked over.

Madonna walked to the studio with the man and said, "David, whether it's successful or not, you must remember to owe me a favor. If I hadn't called Simon, he wouldn't have agreed to see you. Many people were staring at this project. Although "Alien 3" was ruined, as long as you can do this fashion show and leave an impression on Simon, it would be easy to gain a foothold in Hollywood."

The man next to Madonna is named David Finch.

Like many famous Hollywood directors, David Finch has been interested in movies since he was a child. With some connections, he found a job at Lucasfilm at the age of 19 and participated in the behind-the-scenes production of "Star Wars: The Jedi Counter" in 1983.

However, Hollywood is not that easy to enter.

Throughout the 1980s, Finch served as the director of music videos and commercials, but he quickly made his mark in the industry. He not only produced Nike commercials, but also filmed MVs for top musicians such as Smith Spaceship and Madonna.

Just last year, Finch finally got the plan to direct a movie for the first time, and it was Fox's heavyweight "Alien" series sequel "Alien 3".

However, this directing experience is like a nightmare.

The script was demolished and rebuilt, Fox urged to rush the construction period, the creative differences with the producers, the overspending of the movie budget, etc., and the situations that often occur during Hollywood film production were almost all encountered by David Finch.

Although the movie was finally completed, the result was not good.

"Alien 3", released on June 19, relied on the popularity accumulated by the "Alien" series and Fox's spared no effort to promote and promote, and won a box office of US$26.84 million in the first week of the opening, which seems pretty good.

However, because of its poor reputation, the box office drop in "Alien 3" reached an astonishing 58% in the next week, which is almost the largest weekly box office dip in this summer.

In the fourth week just passed, the single-week box office of "Alien 3" has only $4.09 million left, and the cumulative box office is only $47.96 million. Considering the production budget of "Alien 3" is as high as $50 million, Fox will definitely not be able to recover the cost in the short term.

After this incident, David Finch originally felt that he should be silent for a few more years in the advertising and MV fields, but suddenly another opportunity appeared.

Simon Westeros is looking for a director to create a fashion underwear show recently.

And he happens to be a director who is good at advertising films and MVs.

For practitioners who are interested in entering Hollywood in the MV circle, this is simply a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Even though he had already stepped into Hollywood, David Fincher contacted the Victoria's Secret project team as soon as possible and tried to help explain the connections he had accumulated over the years.

Hollywood is a circle of favors, and help can often lead to twice the result with half the effort.

David Finch was able to work at Lucasfilm at the age of 19 because one of their neighbors happened to be a producer under Lucasfilm.

Speaking of which, if David Giller, the producer of the Alien series, could come forward, he would definitely be more confident.

David Giller was one of the three nominal producers of Simon Westero's famous work "Running Rolla" and was grateful to the young man. Moreover, while producing the "Alien" series for Fox, Giller was also a contracted producer under Daenerys Entertainment.

However, although the two sides are very "familiar" because of the cooperation of "Alien 3", the relationship is very bad, and they are the kind of person who doesn't want to deal with each other anymore. Directors and producers with differences in their creations are born enemies, and it is obviously impossible to get Giller to help.

Fortunately, in addition to David Giller, David Finch also knew another person who was said to have a very good relationship with Westeros, which was Madonna beside him at this time.

David Finch has served as the MV director of several Madonna songs a few years ago, and the relationship between the two sides is quite good.

After trying to contact him, Madonna responded quickly that Westeros wanted to see him, which is today.

The two entered the studio with laughter and a staff member came over and said that Simon was already waiting for them.

Walking through the corridor separated into different work areas, there were busy figures on both sides, and Madonna was also attracted by the dazzling array of angel wings in a compartment. If Simon wasn't waiting, she would have almost tried it in.

Originally, the work areas on both sides of a corridor were already busy enough. When we arrived at the end of the corridor, there was a crowd of people in the open space where a catwalk was placed.

Being in this circle, both of them could see that camera lighting and other shooting props are being arranged here.

Madonna saw a young man at a glance, and Simon was standing with another tall, long-haired man, pointing and saying something.

The staff took the two to the rest area, said a while, and walked towards Simon.

Someone brought coffee, Madonna thanked her, held the cup casually and continued to look at Simon for a few times, turned to David Finch, but found that his expression was a little strange, so she asked, "What's wrong?"

David Finch hesitated, pointed to the man beside Simon and said, "That's Michael Bay."

Madonna was still a little confused: "Hmm?"

David Finch still explained with a strange look: "Bay, like me, has worked in Lucasfilm. I remember it very clearly that in 1980, he was only 15 years old. Moreover, Bay is also the most popular music video and commercial director in the industry in recent years. He shot the commercial that Coca-Cola two years ago."

After a pause, Finch added: "Bei's style is indeed more suitable for this fashion show than me."

Even so, Finch's expression did not have much loss.

Westeros has obviously chosen the director of the Victoria's Secret show, and even Finch himself has to admit that Michael Bay's shooting style is more suitable for directing this show than himself. Then, it would be natural that Westeros would choose the other party.

However, since Westeros has chosen the director and has asked himself to come to see him, this obviously means another opportunity.

Madonna was not stupid either. She turned her head and quickly understood, and smiled and said, "It seems that the favor you owe me is a little bigger."

The two waited for a while, and Simon finally came over, wearing Michael Bay next to him.

Simon is wearing a casual T-shirt and casual pants today, but Michael Bay is neatly dressed in shirts and trousers, looking serious.

Seeing this situation, Madonna couldn't help but feel a joke that the more casually dressed, the more the boss was, but it didn't prevent her from getting up with a smile, and unceremoniously spread her arms and begging Simon for a hug.

Simon hugged Madonna helplessly, hugged her tightly for a few times, and smiled and said, "It's too small, it doesn't feel at all."

"Men are so greedy, mine is just right. Do you like silicone?"

Simon and Finch shook hands, introduced Michael Bay next to them, and then said to Madonna again: "I mean, you are too young."

Madonna caught a glimpse of several tall and hot models at the scene and understood that she was only 1.6 meters tall and did not have any competitiveness in front of these big fairies. However, Queen Mai was never a person who lacked confidence, and immediately said: "You don't know that, there are small benefits." As she said that, she licked her red lips teasingly, and said to Simon: "Simon, maybe we should really find some time to talk about this topic privately."

In front of Queen McGrady, Simon always felt that he was the target of hunting and collecting stamps.

This feeling was not good at all, so I simply ignored the Queen's words and signaled that Finch and Bee, who were standing next to me, sat down together.

Madonna sat next to Simon without hesitation and said, "Finch just said that he knew this Mr. Bet."

Simon didn't know the details of Lucasfilm, but it was not surprising.

Both of them are in the same circle, and they are not unknown people, so it is natural to know each other.

Since we all know each other, it is easier to explain some things clearly. Simon said to Finch directly: "I have seen you shoot a few MV samples. The overall style is dark and gloomy. Although it is very artistic, it is not suitable for this fashion show. So, I chose Be."

David Finch had no disappointed expression on his face and nodded, "I also think Mike is more suitable than me."

Simon looked at Finch a few times and smiled, "You probably guessed it. It is indeed another thing to ask you to come here today, a movie, I want you to try it."

David Finch couldn't help but cheer up.

Michael Bay, who was already a little proud of Finch because he got this opportunity, was surprised and couldn't help but feel a little envious. However, when he remembered Westeros' previous conversation with him, he was soon relieved. As long as he completed this show seriously, he was also expected to try the waters in Hollywood.

Simon didn't keep it a secret and quickly continued: "This is a crime thriller, telling the story of a serial murderer using the seven deadly sins in Catholic doctrines to kill people. The script will be given to you later. Let's talk about Alien 3 now. What do you think is your personal problem in this movie?"

David Finch doesn't want to mention "Alien 3", but when thinking about the relationship between Westeros and David Giller, if the other party wants to know, it seems simpler, and he has no way to hide it.

There are many reasons for the failure of the "Alien 3" project. Finch had previously complained about the studio and producers, but was reluctant to admit his problems.

After hesitating for a moment, Finch finally said: "I think it's mainly because I'm directing a movie for the first time, and I have some experience."

Simon smiled and shook his head: "It's not this problem. I know your qualifications and basic skills are very solid."

David Finch faced Simon's gaze, hesitated for a moment before finally saying: "Maybe, I'm paying too much attention to details."

Simon nodded this time.

In addition to the gloomy and cold style of the director himself, the biggest feature of David Finch's movies is the attention to details. In this regard, Finch is actually somewhat similar to Cameron. It is precisely because of his habit of tangling in details that the production cost of David Finch's movies has always remained high.

Similarly, detail controls creates classics.

David Finch is not very productive, but on the original timeline, he produced a series of classic films that are highly praised by movie fans, including "The Seven Deadly Sins", "Fighting Club", and "The Disappearing Love".

"In fact, paying attention to details is not a disadvantage. The key is to be restrained. You can only master the scale of this," Simon quickly said: "I like the style of your previous MVs. I have also watched "Alien 3". As a commercial film, it is not too bad overall, and the film also contains a lot of your personal unique understanding. Although the box office in North America is not high, according to the information I have obtained, the film's box office performance in overseas markets is actually good, and Fox will definitely be able to recover the cost."

For a film director, no matter how many fans win or how many awards he wins, he still has to rely on box office to speak.

David Finch was relieved to hear Simon say this.

If the cost can be recovered through global release, "Alien 3" will not be too big an obstacle to his continued development in Hollywood.

"For this "Seven Deadly Sins", I hope you can show your style in the MV and "Alien 3". As for the cost, after reading the script, you should think carefully and make a budget for yourself. My requirement for you is to complete the movie strictly according to your own budget." Simon said, with a bit of joke: "Of course, if you make a budget of $100 million, I don't think this project needs to continue."

"The Seven Deadly Sins" in the original time and space was released in 1995. In fact, the script of this movie was written by Hollywood screenwriter Andrew Kevin Walker last year, and the film copyright was successfully placed in the hands of Daenerys Entertainment.

Simon had already considered this project before and also noticed David Finch, who directed "Alien 3".

After planning for next year's film plans again in the near future, Simon decided to start the project ahead of schedule. If everything goes well, the schedule of "The Seven Deadly Sins" will be determined next year's Halloween.

In terms of main creators, of course, the original version is the best.

Director David Finch, Morgan Freeman, one of the leading actors, and Simon are not planning to be higher.

However, another male lead, Brad Pitt, Simon has already planned to replace him.

"Superman" has started filming and the schedule is next summer. According to the production plan, Pitt's schedule must be abundant.

However, once "Superman" is released, Brad Pitt's image as Clark Kent will be deeply rooted in people's hearts. This kind of character setting is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, even after many years, when it comes to this actor, it is easy for everyone to think of "Superman". On the other hand, during the role of Superman, Pitt's other movie roles were destined to be difficult to attract too much attention.
Chapter completed!