As time gradually entered March, after temporarily handing over trivial matters to Nancy Josephson, Duke and editor McDaoson regrouped at Warner Studios to start the post-production work of "Save Private Ryan". In addition to the necessary post-production staff, he also brought Zack Sneider and Sophia Coppola who had finished their short vacation.

These two people are also quite willing to participate in the post-production of the film, after all, they can accumulate experience for their future.

In fact, Duke knew very well that he could not keep Zach Sneider and Sofia Coppola for a long time. Anyone who entered this circle and wanted to become a director, few people were willing to serve as other people's assistants forever. As long as there was a suitable opportunity, they would definitely go solo.

This is something that neither James Cameron nor Steven Spielberg could avoid. Duke could only prepare for the future, let Nancy find a suitable replacement, and also let Sofia release a recruitment. Although Zach Sneider and Sofia Coppola will not have a very suitable opportunity in the short term, they always have to give newcomers some time to exercise and run-in.

At the beginning of this month, Duke finished another thing and paid a certain fee and officially became a member of the Directors Association. The reason why he has been delayed until now is not another reason, but that he forgot it.

Although George Lucas also angrily withdrew from the Directors Association and did not join or become a director of the School of Film Arts and Sciences in Hollywood, Duke did not learn George Lucas' meaning, and the benefits of joining the Directors Association are much more restrictive than being subject to.

It's like not going to touch the cult. Duke never thought of staying away from mainstream movies.

In the editing room, Duke brought McDaoson, Sophia Coppola, Zach Snyder and several other assistants together to prepare for a brief meeting.

Duke first reiterated the idea of ​​editing. This is completely different from the past.

"Abstain from the fast and sharp editing method completely! Cut the camera with traditional techniques! There will be a large number of long shots in the film, and the shooting is a lot of hand-held photography. I want the nearly real lens shaking feeling, and we want to treat it as a documentary war documentary!"

If the editing method of the first three films is also used, the film will inevitably turn into a disaster.

With the addition of Zach Sneider and Sofia Coppola, Duke was relatively relaxed. In the next ten days, several people worked together under Duke's leadership to complete the initial sample for up to 5 and a half hours. Then they carried out more tedious fine-cut work.

At the same time, special effects outsourced to Industrial Light and Magic have also begun to be produced.

Since more than 99% of the film's shots use real-life shooting, there are extremely limited areas where computer special effects are needed. The Industrial Light and Magic special effects team did not join until then to complete few computer special effects scenes.

In terms of soundtrack, Duke found John Williams, who did not want to cooperate with him. After all, Duke's movies were not very suitable for the old man's appetite, but after reading the movie script and the rewards offered by the studio, and his long-term partner was busy opening a DreamWorks, John Williams still signed a contract with pleasure.

Determine the editing concept and have a team that cooperates well with a tacit understanding. The special effects production and soundtrack are both responsible by the top people in the industry. The entire post-production is much smoother than "Day", which has been delayed for more than four months.

The relatively smooth work also made the atmosphere in the studio much easier. During rest, you can sit together and talk about gossip in the circle.

"Have you heard of it, Duke?"

While sitting together to taste afternoon tea, Zach Sneider suddenly squeezed his eyes at Duke, "Sophie Marceau has come to Los Angeles. I heard that she wants to turn her career focus to Hollywood."

"I've seen her once."

Putting down the teacup, Duke nodded. "It seems to be two weeks ago."

The other three, including the new assistant Tina Fei, looked at him. As a person in the circle, he seemed to know Duke very well.

"Don't look at me with this kind of look."

Duke turned a blind eye to them, "I just met PwC and chatted for a few casually."

"Is it possible?" Sophia expressed doubts.

"I think it's very likely."

The person who defended Duke turned out to be Zach Snyder, who explained, "It is said that Sophie Marceau will sign a contract with Caa, and her main agent will be Martin Bob."

No wonder! Duke muttered in a voice that he could only hear. When did Sophie Marceau, who had always wondered about his boldness, became a virtuous woman with a loyal marriage? It turns out that the problem lies here.

It is no secret that his misconduct with Caa is in Hollywood. I believe Sophie Marceau has regarded Caa as a helper for his development in Hollywood and does not want to get too close to his caa's enemy.

"I think it's her loss!"

McDawson used a completely joking tone, “Is it right, Duke?”

“Everyone has the right to choose, doesn’t they?”

He pointed to these guys, Duke was too lazy to pay attention to their teasing words, and he didn't have that kind of thing - if you don't stand on my side, you stand on my opposite side - his thoughts and don't have a halo of mental retardation on his body. It is normal for Sophie Marceau to choose a caa that looks more beneficial to her future development.

None of these actresses, especially those who have worked hard for many years, are simple people. Perhaps they will go to bed with others because of their favorable feelings, but when they touch on their own interests, they will definitely choose the most favorable side for themselves.

Under Duke's intentional guidance, several people's topics turned away from women and discussed the upcoming Oscars.

"Unfortunately, the one sitting here," McDaoson joked in a very serious tone, "I am the only one who has won an Oscar nomination."

"Tsk!" Zach Snyder waved disdainfully.

"Don't forget, Zach!" McDaolson stretched out his two fingers and shook it in front of Zach Sneider, "I've been nominated for the best editing twice."

Everyone laughed. McDaoson was indeed the only person in this team who had won the Oscar nomination. He won two best editing nominations for "Life and Death Hour" and "Brave the Deadly Island", but they all returned empty-handed in the end.

As for the others, let alone the Oscar Little Golden Man, I have never even touched the nomination side.

"If we complete this movie well." Sophia's eyes seemed to have lit up a lot. "Will she get a few Oscar nominations? She even gets back with a few Oscars? This year is the 50th anniversary of the end of World War II!"

"The film should be made more in line with the taste of the academy." McDaolson seemed to have some experience, "to reduce explosions and war scenes. Increase shots that show personal emotions and narratives, and it is best to slow down the pace."

"No. We won't do this!" Duke shook his head and rejected, "This is a war commercial film. No matter what the awards season is, it must first meet the needs of the summer movie viewing period. My narrative rhythm has been slow enough. If it slows down, it will seriously affect the movie viewing effect."

"I agree with Duke!"

In this regard, Zach Snyder and Duke obviously share more of the common language, "If our film market is not influential enough, we will soon be eliminated by Hollywood!"

“But the Oscar is the most authoritative award in the industry!”

Sofia raised her voice a little, Duke shook her head and changed the subject, "You'd better say you'd like to win the award."

Differences in ideas are difficult to reconcile. This kind of controversy has always existed.

McDaolson had a very tacit understanding and immediately said, "I think Forrest Gump will be the biggest winner."

"I'm also optimistic about Forrest Gump." Sofia echoed.

"I think the possibility of "Forrest Gump" winning a great victory."

Everyone's opinions were surprisingly consistent. Zach Snyder added, "I think Quentin Tastino's "Pulp Novel" is also good."

"Where are you, Duke?"

"Forrest Gump!" Duke said.

This can be said to be the view of most people in and outside the industry on this year's Oscars. "Forrest Gump" is definitely the biggest hit. Even the most cautious prediction agency believes that "Forrest Gump" will win two to three heavyweight awards.

"Why is no one optimistic about Shawshank Redemption?"

The person who asked was Tinafei, who had never spoken much. She blinked her curiosity-ridden eyes, "This video has won nine nominations after "Forrest Gump."

Duke did not answer. Instead, he looked at Sofia. As a senior from a film family, Sofia Coppola explained briefly.

"There is a surprise possibility this year's Oscar, but the unpopularity will never be in "Shawshank Redemption". Even the award-winning "Pulp Novel" as a gangster film may be greater than it! Yes, "Shawshank Redemption" tells the college's favorite theme of freedom and hope, but it chooses to tell this theme in a least likable subject and way!"

After drinking a cup of black tea, Sofia said slowly, "It will not have any advantage in the eyes of the judges of the academy, just like taking Duke's "Day" is as unreliable as comparing the Academy Awards nomination in the awards season."

She smiled apologetically to Duke and continued, "I think that even if it is not in this class, even if there is no big hit "Forrest Gump", "Shawshank Redemption" is postponed or appears at the Oscars a few years in advance, the biggest possibility is to run with you."

Tinafei made a sudden enlightenment expression, and McDaoson and Zach Snyder nodded in agreement, obviously both agreeing with Sophia's view.

Duke took the light from the corner of his eyes from Tinafe. This was a very clever woman who knew how to please these seniors and was also actively integrating.

This is also good. If Duke finds a fool as an assistant, he will not be able to stand it first.

After looking at the watch, the rest time was almost over. Before entering the editing room, Duke remembered another thing, "I will have a party after I move this Sunday afternoon."

"We will not be absent." (To be continued)

ps: I've been a little busy lately. I have to go to other places these two days, so I can only update automatically, and I will update twice a day!
Chapter completed!