Chapter 477: Solo Feature Film

Chapter 477: Chapter 477: Solo Feature Film

These words were direct and presumptuous, not only arrogant and rude, but also a blatant disregard for Adelaide and Fox.

Adelaide’s expression sank slightly, but due to the occasion, it was inconvenient to lash out, so she could only endure it in silence.

Irene knew very well that she had to uphold Adelaide’s dignity and Fox’s position at this moment; their collaboration on Pirates of the Caribbean was releasing next month, and she would absolutely not allow the other party to humiliate her partner in public.

Her smile remained unchanged, but her tone carried a clear sense of boundaries.

She politely yet firmly refused, quietly helping Adelaide steady the situation and turn the tables.

"Mr. Allen, you flatter me," Irene said in a calm and well-measured tone.

"My collaboration with Fox and Mr. Griffin has always been very stable, pleasant, and long-lasting."

"We trust and achieve each other, and our cooperation model, resource docking, and creative atmosphere are highly compatible."

"The best collaboration in the industry is never the most generous treatment, but the most solid trust."

"All my current project plans will still prioritize deeply cultivating the Fox system, and I have no plans to change my cooperation platform for the time being."

"Thank you very much for your high regard, and I look forward to the opportunity for positive project linkage and communication between us in the future."

Her words were gentle yet powerful.

They did not completely burn bridges, giving Universal’s senior management plenty of face, while firmly safeguarding Adelaide’s dignity and their cooperative relationship.

With effortless grace, she defused the other party’s arrogant poaching attempt, displaying a calm aura and grand vision.

A trace of surprise flashed across Allen Gray’s eyes before he reined in his ambition and smiled politely.

Just as he was about to continue beating around the bush, Irene keenly caught sight of Hugh Jackman’s tall and handsome figure walking slowly toward the lounge entrance.

Dressed in a sharp suit, Hugh Jackman exuded an elegant temperament and a tall, upright posture.

The charm of a mature man and his screen aura hit one full-face.

Having just finished red carpet photo shoots and media interviews, he was preparing to enter the lounge to rest.

Seizing the opportunity, Irene cleanly terminated her conversation with Allen Gray, nodded calmly in acknowledgement, and turned to walk straight toward Hugh Jackman.

Compared to the deep-seated and capital-calculating high-level games, she was clearly more willing to communicate with a grounded, dedicated, outstanding, and high-integrity powerhouse actor.

Furthermore, no one could refuse top actor Hugh Jackman, who would become a Hollywood legend in the future, portrayed the most classic X-Men Origins: Wolverine in history, and gained global fans for decades.

"Hugh, congratulations on the smooth premiere of your new work."

Irene stepped forward, her smile sincere and natural.

Seeing Irene, Hugh Jackman had a modest and polite attitude, showing completely no airs of an A-list male lead: "Irene, long time no see. Thank you for making a special trip to show your support."

"I have watched every single work of yours, and I deeply admire your creative vision and producing ability."

Adelaide also stepped forward smoothly, shaking hands and exchanging pleasantries familiarly with Hugh Jackman.

The two already shared a deep origin and close cooperation.

As the helmsman of Fox Pictures, Adelaide managed the development and production of the X-Men series throughout, making her Hugh Jackman’s most important cooperative investor and producer.

The three of them naturally stood in the lounge area and began chatting casually, the atmosphere relaxed and harmonious.

Adelaide spoke up first, smiling as she brought up the progress of the latest project: "X-Men: The Last Stand will officially start filming this month."

"Next, we will have to trouble you to plant yourself in the crew and sprint all out for the filming."

Hugh Jackman nodded slightly, his tone steady and serious: "I have already cleared all my schedules in advance and prepared for full combat throughout."

"I hope to deliver a satisfactory final conclusion to the audience."

"As the final Chapter of the series, I also feel quite reluctant to part with it in my heart."

Irene quietly listened to the two people’s conversation, as the complete film and television context of the X-Men series from her past life flashed rapidly through her mind, and she had already grasped the whole picture in her heart.

As the traditional final Chapter of the series, X-Men: The Last Stand seemed to have a successful conclusion, but in reality, it left a huge market blank space.

X-Men Origins: Wolverine’s ultra-high popularity still had a lot of room waiting to be tapped, and a large number of complete and full life stories, character arcs, and independent plots would all be filled in one by one in the future.

Thinking of this, Irene could not help but speak up, tossing out a brand new idea that would affect Fox’s superhero layout.

"Adelaide, I have a question."

With bright eyes, Irene looked seriously at Fox’s helmsman: "Since X-Men: The Last Stand is the final game of the entire series, do you have any subsequent related spin-off development plans?"

Without waiting for the other party to reply, Irene continued: "In my opinion, in the entire X-Men series, the one with the highest popularity, the widest national recognition, and the most unique character charm is definitely the X-Men Origins: Wolverine played by Hugh."

"His character image is three-dimensional and full, with distinct personality, clear-cut love and hate, and a tortuous background."

"He possesses an extremely complete life narrative line, a super strong character arc, and a huge fan base."

"He can completely jump out of the shackles of the series ensemble and be singled out—X-Men Origins: Wolverine’s popularity is enough to support a solo feature film."

"After the main trilogy ends, you can completely develop a ’X-Men Origins: Wolverine’ solo feature film, deeply exploring his past background, growth experiences, and independent stories, which will definitely detonate the market."

These words were like a sudden enlightenment, instantly waking up Adelaide Griffin, who had always been limited to the thinking of the main series.

She shuddered all over, her eyes suddenly shining blindingly, her eyes filled with extreme surprise and excitement.

The whole person instantly became excited, completely unable to suppress the wild joy in her heart.

She took half a step forward, looking closely at Irene with a rapid and expectant tone: "What you said is so right! How could I have never thought of this point!"

"X-Men Origins: Wolverine’s popularity truly far exceeds all characters, fully possessing the ability to independently carry the box office!"

She asked impatiently, full of expectation: "Since you proposed this idea, do you have a corresponding script idea?"

"Do you have any intention to personally participate in the production, personally direct or executive produce this movie?"

"If you are willing to take over, Fox will unconditionally cooperate with all its strength, and all resources, permissions, and schedules will be prioritized toward you!"

Looking at the other party’s instantly hyped-up and extremely eager appearance, Irene could not help but smile helplessly to herself, sighing silently in her heart.

She had merely casually tossed out an avant-garde IP development idea, purely wanting to reach a long-term cooperation with Hugh Jackman, but she never expected Adelaide’s reaction to be so fierce, directly finalizing the cooperation intention on the spot.

The pace of advancement was so fast that she was completely caught off guard.

She could only helplessly slow down the other party’s rhythm and gently comfort her: "Adelaide, do not be in such a hurry, calm down a bit."

"This is just a creative idea that temporarily came to my mind, and there is no detailed, complete script at present."

She paved the way securely, reserving sufficient buffer space: "However, if you trust my aesthetics and creative ability enough, I can take time to help you polish and improve the subsequent script."

"But the schedule and form of cooperation cannot be determined at present. Everything will have to wait until you successfully finish filming X-Men: The Last Stand and successfully conclude the main series before we slowly refine and implement it."

But at this moment, Adelaide had long been filled with enthusiasm by the excellent IP prospects, completely recognizing the huge potential of the "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" solo movie, and simply unwilling to let go of this opportunity easily.

She immediately finalized the subsequent connection: "No need to wait for later, it is settled!"

"Tomorrow I will personally go to your office to find you, and we will sit down to chat in detail, finalizing the planning, script, production, and cooperation model of the ’X-Men Origins: Wolverine’ solo movie as soon as possible!"