Chapter 150

During the media Q&A session, Xu Can, as the film's director, was asked the most questions.

"Director Xu Can, will the Avengers Alliance appear in future films mentioning S. H. I. E. L. D.?"

"Yes, the Avengers Alliance is part of our plan. Our superhero movie lineup is already rolling out—please follow Star River Entertainment and Marvel's upcoming live-action films."

"Director Xu Can, was the Iron Man armor filmed practically? Even the lightest prop would struggle to move as fluidly as in the movie."

"It was created using motion capture technology combined with digital effects. To ensure the effects felt authentic, I specifically assembled a new team, hoping to bring more surprises to the world in the future."

Xu Can's answer earned another round of applause from the entire audience.

Many people come to the cinema seeking thrills.

The aerial flight scenes, aerial combat sequences, and final boss battle in Iron Man—all these effects were incredibly realistic and thrilling, fully worth the ticket price!

Audiences naturally look forward to even more novel film effects.

And with technological advancements, previously unfilmable subjects are gradually making their way onto the big screen.

For movie fans, the future will become increasingly joyful.

"Director Xu Can, will Spider-Man 2 enter the Marvel Universe? Will Marvel reclaim the Spider-Man rights? When will the sequel be released?"

The media reporters' questions were sharp, landing directly on Marvel's most awkward point.

Beside him, Kevin Feige's expression grew slightly unnatural.

Fortunately, Xu Can remained calm and composed.

"You all want to see my Spider-Man so badly?"

"Yes!"

"Very much so!"

"Spider-Man! Spider-Man Spider-Man!"

There was no helping it—Spider-Man had always been one of Marvel's most popular characters, and Xu Can's first live-action Marvel adaptation had pushed Spider-Man to new heights.

In fans' hearts, he was the real little bug, the real Peter Parker.

With the sequel delayed for so long, fans and media alike grew increasingly anxious.

In the original timeline, Sony gradually returned Spider-Man's TV and merchandise rights to Marvel, but retained control of the film rights, only collaborating with Marvel on development.

Due to changes in the parallel world, Sony initially failed to profit from the Spider-Man IP and planned to sell the character back to Marvel.

According to the 2004 contract, the Spider-Man license expired on December 31, 2009, after which Marvel could reclaim it for free.

Hence, despite multiple project delays, Sony repeatedly attempted to restart filming.

Finally, it premiered at the end of 2006 and soared to unprecedented success.

Sony had already regretted it; in early 2007, they began bickering with Marvel executive Permutt, trying to buy the Spider-Man rights again.

Permutt nearly succumbed to the money, but then Xu Can suddenly became involved with a wealthy woman and acquired Marvel.

The negotiations were canceled; according to the contract, Spider-Man would officially return to Marvel after December 31, 2009.

Sony's executives were also growing anxious, eager to make a final big profit before the deadline.

Recently, they had been begging everyone they knew, pleading with Xu Can to return and shoot the sequel.

Director Webb has already begun preparing the crew and is ready to start filming.

Xu Can ultimately agreed: after finishing Love in the Time of the Moon, he would return to the Spider-Man set and begin shooting the sequel!

"Thank you all for your support. Here are two announcements. First, Spider-Man will indeed become a member of the Avengers Alliance…"

"Yeah!!"

"Amazing!!"

The entire audience burst into cheers at this point, only quieting when Xu Can lowered his hand.

"Second, filming for the Spider-Man sequel will begin in the first quarter of this year, and we aim to make the summer release window!"

"Ohhhhhhh—"

The entire Galaxy Theater erupted into wild celebration.

…

"Xu Can personally confirmed that Spider-Man filming will begin in the first quarter of this year…"

"Renowned young Chinese actor/director Xu Can announced at the Iron Man premiere a new film project in the musical genre…"

"Spider-Man sequel incoming! Scheduled for summer release! Whether it will arrive on time remains uncertain, but fan enthusiasm has been fully ignited!"

"We saw that after the premiere ended, fans refused to leave—they continued cheering and shouting outside the theater, turning Los Angeles' night into a carnival of celebration…"

"Musical? Ohhhhh, this Chinese guy has no sense of limits. Filming a superhero in a suit is one thing—but musicals were the hallmark of Hollywood's golden age. He's truly audacious…"

Xu Can himself never imagined that 80% of tomorrow's entertainment news would revolve around him.

He had once again found himself at the epicenter of Hollywood's storm.