Naturally, there were those in Hollywood who didn't want Su Yu to do well.
Why didn't Su Yu bring them along when he made money this time?
Disney and MGM, responsible for distribution, did almost nothing and spent little on promotion, yet they got such a large piece of the pie. How could other Hollywood companies not be envious?
So, after hearing the complaints, some media outlets from the opposing side started to cause trouble.
Originally, with a budget of 100 million, 50 million went to Robert for his salary. Would there be enough left for filming?
Before Su Yu could even speak, Robert directly answered the question!
"To correct you, I only took 5 million for my role in Director Su's film, not 50 million! If I didn't have a team to support, I would have taken zero salary this time! Because the script is simply too brilliant! When it's released, you'll understand why I say this! Director Su's talent is truly beyond your imagination!"
Robert's words truly left the media reporters dumbfounded.
Robert is a top Hollywood male star, isn't he?
He actually lowered his salary to star in a film by Su Yu, a Chinese person? It's simply incredible!
Are all the other big directors and screenwriters in Hollywood dead?
And you directly lowered your 50 million salary to 5 million? If you said Su Yu had some dirt on you, we'd believe it!
Robert, if you're being kidnapped or threatened, just blink, and we'll save you!
However, all of this was real, without any fabrication.
The persistent reporter continued to press: "Su Yu, Kerry has collaborated with you twice. Why aren't you using him this time? Have you two fallen out?"
Fall out with your grandpa! Kerry cursed inwardly upon hearing this question!
"I can't be suitable for every role! When Robert and I auditioned for the role last time, it was clear he was a better fit! You'll understand when the film is released!"
Kerry also directly retorted to the reporter.
With these two on either side, guarding Su Yu in the middle, it really felt like he had two protectors.
"Whether it's Kerry or Robert, they are both excellent actors, and their acting skills are highly commendable! My films won't stop at this one; we'll have many more opportunities to collaborate in the future!"
Su Yu finally spoke, patting both their shoulders.
Su Yu's "a promise is worth a thousand gold" had already spread abroad.
So, even overseas media reporters knew the weight of Su Yu's words!
Kerry was very touched. Actually, it wasn't Su Yu who owed him anything; it was he who owed Su Yu!
the truman show helped him successfully transition, and this man comes from blue star brought him both fame and fortune!
Kerry knew that many people could have played the role of John Oldman.
It was just that he happened to be in China at the time and appeared at Tianxing Entertainment's press conference.
And he shouted that line: "I'll act!"
So, he was very grateful to Su Yu! He wouldn't be dissatisfied just because the Poirot role wasn't given to him.
It wasn't some shady deal; his image simply wasn't suitable.
"Su Yu, have you seen Director Stewart's "demon slayer"? What do you think of this film? Is it really not as good as your this man comes from blue star?"
A reporter, seeing that the salary issue couldn't be used to create a buzz, asked a question he had prepared earlier.
"I haven't seen it, so I can't give an evaluation! However, I believe in the judgment of audiences worldwide. If a film is good enough, it certainly won't be buried! Of course, if it's a bad film or a shoddy one, then don't blame the general audience for treating it like trash! If you don't respect the audience, don't expect the audience to respect you! This reporter friend from Lionsgate Films, you need to be strong yourself to strike iron. Don't you agree?!"
Su Yu looked at the other party, answering each word clearly.
Looking at the sharp gaze Su Yu cast, the Lionsgate Films reporter was momentarily truly intimidated by Su Yu's aura.
He even had the illusion that if he said one more word, he would be thrown out!
But he came with a mission, so he bit the bullet and continued to ask: "Director Stewart said that your film is actually taking shortcuts, that it's a crooked path! That it's not truly hard-core sci-fi! His "demon slayer" is the real sci-fi film! What's your take on this?!"
He spoke with increasing conviction, almost shouting by the end.
At this moment, he felt like a warrior, an unyielding warrior standing before a demon!
"As early as the 1960s, there was a sci-fi subgenre called soft sci-fi, and that's not some crooked path. Also, the Director Stewart you mentioned, I don't know him, and I don't care what he said. However, regarding the hard-core sci-fi you mentioned, I do have plans to shoot it, and the reason for shooting is because I want to try it and I like it, not to compare it with anyone else's work! If there are still such uninformative questions, this reporter, you don't need to ask them. Don't waste everyone's time."
"I don't know him, and I don't care what he said" — that line was truly a slap in the face.
However, for Su Yu at this moment, who would dare to call him arrogant?
They were more interested in the hard-core sci-fi Su Yu mentioned, and when it would be filmed!
And the Lionsgate Films reporter, with egg on his face, retreated from the crowd, his old face flushed red.
What else was there to ask? If he asked more, the other media reporters would probably beat him up.
Anyway, he had done his best. As for the unsatisfactory result? It wasn't his fault!
"Director Su, have the other main actors for murder on the orient express been finalized? Is it convenient to reveal them?"
"Director Su, will you invite Scarlett Johansson to play the female lead? You two seemed to have a great chat last time, and she also seems very eager to work with you."
"Director Su, do you have a favorite Hollywood actress? Kailina, Taylor, which one do you prefer?"
"Director Su..."
Then a series of endless questions came pouring in.
There were questions related to the film, and naturally, gossip.
After all, Su Yu's film was still selling well, and his momentum was unparalleled at the moment.
No one would overlook his next film, especially one collaborating with Disney and Robert!
And Su Yu's relationship status was also a key focus for major media reporters.
Although they saw the wedding ring on Su Yu's ring finger, that didn't stop them from gossiping!
In Hollywood, second, third, and fourth marriages were commonplace!
Moreover, Su Yu was so outstanding.
God knows how many Hollywood actresses Su Yu had become the dream lover of at this moment.
Even if they couldn't truly be together, spending a night together would be quite nice.