As soon as the sun hangs on the east sky, carrying the main cast and crew of "Save Private Ryan", the Hilton Hotel in Washington, DC, and heads along the wide road, passing through the Lincoln Memorial Hall, crossing the Atton Bridge on the Potomac River, and heading towards the Arlington National Cemetery centered on the Arlington Hills.

Because today is Memorial Day, there are special events held by the federal government in Arlington Cemetery, and there are a lot of cars on the road. When there was a traffic jam in the middle, Tom Hanks moved to Duke's car.

"I have been flying around these days, and I haven't had time to say congratulations to you."

What appeared on that honest face at this moment seemed to be sincere. Tom Hanks smiled and said, "Congratulations, Duke! "Save Private Ryan" created the best first-week box office result this year!"

"Thank you!" Duke smiled faintly, "Your credit is also found in it, Tom."

Tom Hanks made a polite sentence, while chatting with Duke and observing his reaction, Duke was very calm and dull, as if "Save Private Ryan" was a big hit in the first week, and in his eyes it was just an ordinary thing. Such achievements did not seem to be worthy of his excitement or pride.

"He is indeed qualified to be calm!" Tom Hanks sighed in his heart.

[√ This morning when he saw the newly released first-week box office results, he couldn't help but wave his fists hard, $20.54 million on Friday, $21.14 million on Saturday, $17.56 million on Sunday, $59.24 million on the first three days. This is the best first-week opening result since "Day" last year!

Even looking at the history of film, $59.24 million can rank second in the first week's box office record, and the first place is also the works directed and produced by young directors around you!

According to the forecasts of many forecasting agencies, the North American box office of "Save Private Ryan" is likely to reach 2.5 billion or even 300 million US dollars, and Duke Rosenberg will create another successful glory.

In addition to his surprise and admiration, Tom Hanks also felt lucky. He was very glad that he did not refuse the audition invitation. He has won the Oscar for Best Actor twice in a row. Last year's "Forrest Gump" had a box office of over 300 million yuan in North America. If "Save Private Ryan" can also exceed 300 million yuan, he will also cast an unprecedented record--the box office of two consecutive starring works exceeded 300 million US dollars in North America!

In this way, when everyone looks back on the future, when everyone mentions the 1990s, the first Hollywood actor that comes to mind must be him Tom Hanks!

All of this comes from this collaboration. Tom Hanks knew very well that without Duke Rosenberg, there would be no classic character John Miller and the classic film "Save Private Ryan". His footsteps of the number one male star in Hollywood would have to be much slower than now.

While talking and laughing, Tom Hanks' eyes swept across Duke's face again. He made up his mind to have a good relationship with him because the other party is not just a successful director.

Compared to "The Speed ​​of Life and Death" which was not valued at first, Duke Rosenberg's three subsequent films won in fierce competition. He had heard of some of his suggestions and plans behind it. The other party seemed to be born to suit the Hollywood atmosphere, always grasped the favorable situation, and tried to stand out from the encirclement and suppression. Some of the methods used were more sophisticated than Spielberg.

Especially this time, his pre-determined rival, "Brave Heart", had no chance of performance in the competition with "Save Private Ryan".

Thinking of the box office of this film, Tom Hanks felt that he attached too much importance to "Brave Heart". In terms of acting skills, Mel Gibson could surpass Duke twenty streets, but when it comes to directorial skills, especially in the production of commercial films, Mel Gibson was as far away from Duke as half a Pacific Ocean.

Tom Hanks knew that if the media said this, Mel Gibson's fans would definitely not agree, but in Hollywood, the data is the most powerful proof.

How much box office was "Brave Heart" in the first week? It seems that it was $2.75 million on Friday, $2.33 million on Saturday, $1.78 million on Sunday, and only $6.86 million in three days. Not to mention comparing to "Save Private Ryan", even the $17 million of "Die Hard 3" released for two weeks can easily crush it!

In terms of directors, what does Mel Gibson take with Duke Rosenbergbee?

Perhaps there is still a competition for the Oscars next year? Tom Hanks has vaguely heard that "Brave Heart" will hit the Oscars, and the co-producer of Warner, Disney and Fox will definitely not give up on the opportunity to be the 50th anniversary of the victory of World War II!

The two films will inevitably have a confrontation in the future, and the biggest advantage of "Brave Heart" over "Save Private Ryan" on the road to hit academic awards may be that the box office is low enough.

The convoy parked outside the cemetery. Duke and other members of the crew got off the car and walked into the Arlington Cemetery. The camera of the Fox TV station, which had already been ready, immediately followed. The reporters around also noticed their group. While looking at attention, they kept pressing the camera shutter.

At this moment, the crew seemed to have even stolen the limelight of the Federal President Zipperton who was preparing to lay flowers to the cemetery.

That's right, Duke appeared here not to mourn the sacrificed warriors and martyrs. He had no interest at all. The crew appeared in this grand occasion and appeared in front of countless reporters and camera cameras just to steal the limelight, news, and attract attention to the film.

Wearing a black suit and black sunglasses, Duke walked to the position that the producer had contacted long ago, and posed with Tom Hanks in the most pious position, allowing media reporters to take a photo at one time...

As for that series of commemorative activities, for him, it was just a formality.

Just like when "Day" was promoted, Duke didn't mind taking the PR promotion in person for the film's box office and his own income.

As long as the profit is large enough, Duke can consider even if he has a fake relationship with a female star.

Although the crew came here to gain attention, combined with the film "Save Private Ryan", it did achieve its goal, but the center point of the commemorative event was still on Zipper Dun. When he walked to the edge of the memorial tower to prepare flowers, everyone's eyes naturally turned around.

Duke stood there, still with a serious face, like the most devout believer. If there are any rude actions in such occasions, they will inevitably become the focus of public criticism.

But Duke didn't expect that after the event, they went to the parking lot to leave. When they met Zipper Dun, the other party looked here and actually came over and said hello.

"Director Rosenberg, I like your movies very much."

In the surroundings of media reporters, Bill Clinton held Duke's hand, "Especially the human brilliance and humanistic care reflected in "Save Private Ryan" have always been what I advocate!"

"Thank you, Mr. President!" Duke showed a formulaic bright smile.

In recent days, "Save Private Ryan" has been unanimously praised by mainstream media. Bill Clinton praised the movie on such occasions, and it is not without the intention of taking advantage of the situation. Compared with Hollywood big names, politicians know how to take advantage of every opportunity they can take advantage of.

The two of them talked a few polite words, and Bill Clinton finally said, "I hope I can see you at the White House reception dinner next year."

"I hope there is such an honor." Duke said politely.

Among the flash pressed by many media reporters, Duke ended his first close contact with a country manager. If it were the past, he would be so excited that he could not fall asleep. Unfortunately, his experience has been decades since he had seen through many things.

Bill Clinton and his group were leaving, Duke was still looking at them, as if looking for something.

“It’s time to get on the bus.”

Tinafei came over to remind him. When she saw Duke's eyes, she couldn't help but ask curiously, "Duke...what are you looking at?"

"Nothing. Let's go!"

Shaking his head, Duke withdrew his gaze, turned around and walked to the car, got in, and looked through the window glass to look like the presidential convoy in the distance. Then he quickly turned back.

Well... I don't seem to have seen a White House intern?

Compared to other things, this was the most regretful thing for Duke, but before his evil taste continued to occur, Tinafei, who was in the co-pilot, turned her head halfway and told him some things at work.

"There is the latest announcement from the theaters."

Hearing the female assistant's words, Duke nodded and signaled her to continue.

"From today, the North American theater alliance has significantly reduced the screening scale of "Brave Heart", and its theater number has dropped to 1,225."

Seeing this number, Tinafei was also a little amazed. The box office of "Brave Heart" was too bad, and the theaters were cut in half. "Our theaters have increased, and the latest statistics are 2,895! And... The theaters of "Die Hard 3" also rebounded."

Duke smiled on the corner of his mouth, and the effect of working with the three companies was undoubtedly revealed. This film, due to DreamWorks, has been difficult to expand rapidly in the scale of theaters, which directly led to the film not fully bursting out in its hottest stage.

He is not DreamWorks and Spielberg. Although he is also encircled by Caa and Paramount Pictures, he has the support of equally powerful companies.

The number of theaters has been cut in half, the box office of a single museum is extremely poor, and the audience's reputation has declined rapidly. "Brave Heart" will not pose a substantial threat to "Save Private Ryan" in the future. It seems that the main competitors in this period should have been transferred?

"Tina, notify Nancy." Duke did not hesitate at all, "let her contact with the partner as soon as possible to discuss how to suppress "Die Hard 3" next!"

"Brave Heart" declined early, meaning it has essentially withdrawn from the competition, and during the weekend when new films were released, "Save Private Ryan" and "Die Hard 3" will be the most direct competitors.

Memorial Day is about to pass, and Duke and the main cast members have begun their North American publicity journey. As a statutory holiday and the first day after the expanded release, Memorial Day will also reveal the trends behind the film. (To be continued...)

ps: The fourth update is completed! All kinds of requests! There will be a chapter after midnight. Tomorrow will be the fourth update. We will fight to the death~~~~ I don’t want the waist and hands that are thrust forty anymore...
Chapter completed!