Chapter 258

The host immediately exclaimed: "Wow! A box office result more explosive than 'Pirates of the Caribbean' and 'The Lord of the Rings,' Wu, are you really that confident in 'Spider-Man'?"

Last year's "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "The Lord of the Rings" were already the top three films at the annual box office.

"Why not? 'Harry Potter' broke 90 million in its opening weekend based on its popularity foundation. In fact, Spider-Man's popularity is no worse than Harry Potter's. I have a premonition that it can break the opening weekend box office record just set by 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone'!"

Wu Yuchen's confident remarks about "Spider-Man" were naturally also applied to its publicity.

After the program recording ended, Wu Yuchen hurried back to "The Hours" crew, without even time to spend with "Spider-Man" female lead Anne Hathaway, as the other party was also busy running publicity for "Spider-Man" everywhere.

Regarding this "bold statement" Wu Yuchen made, in fact, the "Spider-Man" crew was also half-believing. What they believed was that it might achieve high box office like "Pirates of the Caribbean," and what they didn't quite believe was his saying that it would break the 90 million opening weekend box office record of "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone."

After all, how could such a record just set be so easy to break? And it was still leading the second place by a large margin. Usually, it would have to be maintained for a few years before being refreshed. But they didn't know that Hollywood was about to welcome a new era.

"Then please go somewhere else to express it, thank you!"

Saying that, he pointed to the child sitting next to him: "My son and I are both loyal fans of 'Spider-Man'!"

"Thanks to Wu Dao Yuchen! I just want to urge Wu Dao to produce 'Spider-Man 2' as soon as possible!"

"No way! 'Spider-Man' is ten times, a hundred times better than 'Pirates of the Caribbean'!"

Now the newspapers outside were reporting on Tobey Maguire, who played Spider-Man, at the first opportunity, but they knew that the initiator of the "Spider-Man" project was none other than the magical man in front of them right now!

"That's right! But this time I think it shouldn't let us down, 140 million big production, Wu Dao Yuchen, plus advanced film technology, I hope it can show the Spider-Man in my imagination!"

Wu Yuchen himself didn't pay attention, but some reporters even ran to "The Hours" crew specifically to interview him about this.

The influence stirred up by "Spider-Man" was very large. In these few days, everything related to it was dug out by the media and reported extensively, and readers were also reading with relish.

"Yes, Tobey Maguire played it brilliantly; I give him ten points!"

"Hey, brother, we are in the 'Spider-Man' forum here, not the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' forum!"

"I agree with that guy; I'm looking forward to 'Pirates of the Caribbean' more! Compared to 'Spider-Man,' which has already been seen in comics, the mysterious and unknown world of 'Pirates of the Caribbean' is more attractive, and there's also the interesting Captain Jack~"

After Wu Yuchen hung up the phone, he found that Nicole Kidman and Jennifer Connelly, the two women beside him, were looking at him with shining eyes, and asked with a smile: "What's wrong, sweethearts?"

These words of Stan Lee had both sincerity and the intention to please Wu Yuchen. After all, Wu Yuchen was now the big boss of Marvel. And he also hoped that Wu Yuchen could develop more successful Marvel films. You have to know that every successful superhero film could bring him, the original creator, quite a few green US dollars!

This statement of Stan Lee was naturally passed on to many fans. Naturally, it triggered a large group of "Spider-Man" fans to spontaneously thank Wu Yuchen.

In the cinema, there were countless fans like them, all holding expectations, watching the film begin.

"Of course, I've been reading 'Spider-Man' comics since I was in junior high 30 years ago!"

"Thanks to Wu Dao Yuchen! This 'Spider-Man' perfectly filled the fantasy I once had about Spider-Man!"

Just like that, a war of words suddenly broke out on the internet due to "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Spider-Man." Fans from both sides went down to participate in the debate, and in the end, it even made it to the newspapers.

Moreover, after 9/11, terrorists had already walked into the minds of all American citizens. At such a time, a superhero who fought bad guys and protected the safety of citizens walked out, giving the public great comfort and vent in their hearts, making them feel safe.

"That's right, I can't wait to see 'Spider-Man 2'! Thanks to Wu! Praise Wu!"

The cinema was full of viewers holding popcorn, from adults in their forties or fifties down to children a few years old.

Therefore, its outbreak is very reasonable!"

"Hehe, 'Spider-Man' itself is a superhero known to all Americans. Compared to 'Superman' and 'Batman,' which have already had many successful films, Spider-Man hasn't had any very successful films born, so in fact, it itself is a treasure with huge potential, but it has never been developed."

Looking at Wu Yuchen talking eloquently, both women were in a state of worship. These analyses of Wu Yuchen were not important to them; even if he was talking nonsense, they would believe it. 90 million box office in 2 days, this report card alone could make people climax just by hearing it!

At the same time, Nicole Kidman was full of excitement in her heart at this time. Accompanying Wu Yuchen before wasn't just because of the Oscar run for "The Hours," but also because of Wu Yuchen's successive successes in these few years.

In fact, to put it bluntly, for an actor, doesn't the Oscar run ultimately have to be converted into commercial value to help oneself go further in one's career?

On Sunday, "Spider-Man" achieved another box office result of 40.23 million. In the first three days of the opening weekend, "Spider-Man" set a shocking box office result of 130 million!

For this result, Sony was simply crazy with joy. You have to know that their initial expectation was that they would be very satisfied if they could reach half of this result, which was 65 million. They didn't expect such a big surprise!

Wu Yuchen had been communicating with the "Spider-Man" team in the past two days besides shooting. In his past life, although the opening weekend box office of "Spider-Man" also set a record, it wasn't actually that high, probably 114 million, while now it was about 16 million more in opening weekend box office.

A middle-aged man was chatting familiarly with a stranger sitting next to him:

At this time, the creator of "Spider-Man," the father of Marvel, Stan Lee, also stood up to accept an interview. With the success of "Spider-Man," he seemed to have a second spring. Facing questions one by one, he didn't hesitate to answer:

"Yes, I am very happy! In fact, I knew there would be such a day. Peter Parker is so loved; this is the treatment he deserves!"

"Oh, 'Spider-Man' is good, but to be honest, I want to see the sequel to 'Pirates of the Caribbean' sooner. Wu Dao, you should shoot 'Pirates of the Caribbean' first!"

"The trailer is very exciting, and I heard Wu Yuchen created a trilogy story for this, so it must be guaranteed!"

"Thanks to Wu Dao Yuchen! Heaven knows how many years I've waited for 'Spider-Man'!"

"'Spider-Man' sets a shocking opening weekend box office record!"

He knew very well that in fact, this is a major feature of fan films: the opening weekend box office result is super high. 90% of the box office for many fan films in the opening weekend is supported by fans. Once the opening weekend is over, it collapses directly.

And the Wu Yuchen in front of her could not only run for the Oscars, but also had successive successes in commercial films in these few years. The key is that not only is he powerful in directing and shooting films, but as a producer initiating projects, he could actually achieve such shocking results. How could this not make Nicole Kidman happy?

She knew that Wu Yuchen still had many scripts saved. As long as he was willing to help her, even if she couldn't win the Oscar for Best Actress, as long as the commercial film could succeed, she would still sit firmly as an A-list actress in Hollywood!

Therefore, the most important thing now is to maintain their intimate relationship with Wu Yuchen. She now fully understood Jennifer Connelly's thoughts; choice is far greater than effort!

Thinking of this, Nicole Kidman actively entangled herself with Wu Yuchen again, erupting with more intense enthusiasm than ever before!

This is not only the exclamation of many Hollywood practitioners, but some media even shouted it out directly!

This terrifying box office result further aroused the public's curiosity and desire to watch. Even if many people were not fans of Spider-Man, they all wanted to see why this film was so powerful. People have a herd mentality.

"Hey, brother, are you also a fan of Spider-Man?"

"The first North American opening weekend 100-million-dollar film is born!"

"'Spider-Man' sets off a crazy wave of movie watching! Can it break the 'Titanic' box office record?"

"'Spider-Man' has finally waited for the man most important to him. No, I'm not talking about Tobey Maguire, but Wu Yuchen!

In fact, if it weren't for Wu, Marvel and 'Spider-Man' would both be in a very bad situation now. It was he who changed our destiny; he formulated the film trilogy plan for 'Spider-Man' and personally initiated this project, which is why everyone sees everything now!

Peter Parker and I both want to thank him from the bottom of our hearts!"

Under such circumstances, the next day, Saturday, "Spider-Man" set a single-day box office record of 48.48 million again. In fact, it wasn't that it couldn't be higher, but it was limited by the number of opening cinemas and the number of copies, so it could only be this much!

This situation made Sony crazy! The number of more than 3,600 cinemas was enough in North America, and they thought the number of copies was completely sufficient. They had never thought that such a situation would happen!

"Fuck! Who could have thought that such a situation would happen! I have never encountered such a thing since I entered the industry; it's too crazy! Wu, do you think we need to produce another batch of copies now?"

"Spider-Man Tobey Maguire becomes the most popular man!"

"Spider-Man" has a history of nearly 40 years since its birth. Although its current fame cannot compare to "Batman" and "Superman," which are killing it in the film and television industry, in fact, it has also accumulated a large number of fans over these decades.

"So what? I like both films; I'm just expressing my opinion."

Regarding this question, Wu Yuchen laughed it off: "Of course, I like both. However, it's best for everyone not to urge me; I hope to complete them on the premise of ensuring quality."

However, fortunately, the "Spider-Man" film is not in this category. The quality of the film itself is guaranteed; at least it is a top-notch popcorn blockbuster that can stand the test.

"Wu Yuchen makes a trilogy plan for 'Spider-Man'!"

Just when Wu Yuchen returned to "The Hours" crew during the shooting period, on May 3, "Spider-Man" ushered in its release under the gaze of everyone after overwhelming publicity.

Subsequently, the man said: "I remember twenty years ago, 'Spider-Man' also launched some TV movies. I watched them with great expectations at the time, but it was truly disappointing!"

Wu Yuchen shook his head: "No need, it's just today. Wait until tomorrow, the number of viewers will decrease, and the number of copies will be completely sufficient."

"Hehehe, 'Pirates of the Caribbean' was directed and shot by Wu himself, while he handed 'Spider-Man' to someone else to shoot. Compared to his own son 'Pirates of the Caribbean,' 'Spider-Man' can only be considered Wu's godson; which is more important is clear at a glance!"

Just one day later, after the opening day box office result of "Spider-Man" was released, it shocked the entire Hollywood, because it only took 1 day to harvest 41.62 million in box office!

This is not the 3-day opening weekend, but just the box office result for Friday! You have to know that many films can't even reach 40 million in their 3-day opening weekend box office!

"My god! Is this world crazy?!"

After getting the investigation report from Sony, Wu Yuchen also roughly understood the reason. Among the reasons for viewers choosing to watch "Spider-Man," the reason of walking into the cinema because of his name, Wu Yuchen, actually ranked in the top five of viewing factors.

Wu Yuchen said to the phone with a smile: "Hey, Hamel, I reminded you to make full preparations!"

Jennifer Connelly on the other side simply said directly: "Wu is God!"

In other words, his, Wu Yuchen's, appeal added 16 million to the opening weekend box office of "Spider-Man." This is already quite a lot; this is adding 16 million on the basis of 114 million. Among Hollywood directors now, there are probably not many who can have this kind of appeal.

"Oh, I've heard of it; that's really garbage!"

"Wu! Are you God's illegitimate son? 90 million US dollars in box office in two days, how did you do it? This is simply unbelievable!" Nicole Kidman hugged Wu Yuchen and exclaimed.

"Wu Yuchen's bold words come true! 'Spider-Man' box office breaks record!"

Anyway, he wouldn't give out the specific shooting plan. "Pirates of the Caribbean" was still negotiating with Depp, and the success of "Spider-Man" here just happened to wake Depp up, letting him know who the real person "Pirates of the Caribbean" couldn't do without was.

As for "Spider-Man," it has just been released now. After Sony is busy with this wave, I believe they will come to contact him to talk about the sequel plan.