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The word of the trailer of Avatar being released was everywhere.
"People are so curious about Avatar. I mean, more than half of the reviews are based on how surprising and good the trailer looked. I wouldn't be surprised if Avatar hit one million box office numbers in a day. Like, that is how good the movie did." Niko was talking with Raelynn.
Their offices were the closest among the others.
"Ian is very smart. The focus was already on Crazy, Stupid, Love. And then, this brought even more attention. I'm genuinely surprised and shook by how these reviews are," Raelynn said while scrolling down her tablet where many reviews were about the movie release.
"Yeah, see this one!"
The trailer at the end… When I thought the movie couldn't get any better. And, that looks really fantastically fantabulous. I can't wait till its release. Ian Renner was that one very needed person in the industry of Hollywood for how much he had done to the industry. And the trailer looked extremely fresh, and as a movie editor, I myself can't wait till I get to taste the entire movie. Looking forward, really.
"This was not the first one by people in the industry, you know. Like, there were already many comments from directors, actors…Ah, the names just kept getting better. But, Avatar… I know it's going to be special."
"Yeah, the movie is fresh. Like animated cartoons do exist, but an animated movie… The technology we used, that's a very fresh idea. Things just keep getting better—" Niko said while his palm was placed on his cheek. " —Can I please get two cups of coffee? Plain and Iced."
"Coming right up," The woman from the other end of the intercom replied.
"Isn't Ian dating? I mean, he is successful in every way. Is there any glimpse or a hint about him having any sort of affair?" Raelynn asked looking directly at Niko.
"Are you interested?" Niko asked back with a smile curling up on his face.
"What? No," She chuckled. "I'm just curious. Like, he is successful yet—"
"The thing is Rae," Niko cut her off shortly. "He IS successful. Yes. But still, according to him, there's more to achieve. Ever noticed how original and fresh his ideas are?"
"I appreciate them ALL the time."
"Exactly. And this is barely the start. He has so many plans to do with this studio, and his own career as well. A love interest would be a distraction, and I'm not saying Ian is goal-oriented, but until he reaches where he wants to go with his career, there's a high possibility he won't settle."
"That explains a lot… No chance for me then," Raelyn wiped fake tears.
They both laughed together and were interrupted by their coffee.
"Here you go, and here." The worker who brought the coffee said with a pleasant smile.
"Thank you" "Thanks"
"Anyway, back to the main topic. What do you think about the script Ian gave in the morning? He was planning to get another director to work on it, but we can talk about it right?" Niko said while taking a sip from his coffee.
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"No dude, I'm not into romance or some shit. But many fans are taking up on the fact Ian's new movie trailer is at the post-credits of the movie. And, that movie, is a collaboration with Goofy."
"Huh, say what?!" The guy wearing a black coat was clueless.
"Don't tell me you didn't read the reviews before coming to nag me about being a lovesick puppy,"
"What more can I even say—"
"It's not even what's important. Many say the VFX team of Goofy did a GREAT job with the movie. The trailer spoke a lot. And from what I know, Goofy's VFX team is one of the best in the world. I mean, every banger Goofy has ever released has a huge part to do with VFX and CGI."
"Using your analytical skills, huh?"
Both the men were from an analytical department in a certain company. The breaks they get from time to time were rare. And even during them, the first thing the 'guy' who knew about the trailer wanted to discuss was the new craze shining over the heads of Hollywood fans.
"It was pretty simple, to be honest. And, I was really hoping that it's worth the time. Not like we get full weekends off. My cousin was talking about the trailer non-stop."
"Yeah well, dude… Let's watch the movie this weekend."
The other guy just nodded.
He was a huge fan of movies. It was mainly because how movies were an escape from the rough reality.
His job was not easy, all he had to do was spend time analyzing and processing data.
What more could help such a person other than a good movie and popcorn?
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Savannah Theatre, Santa Monica, California.
"It was a rocky road by the way," Tracy said on the large screen in front of the audience.
"No!"
As they were joking and arguing about what flavor the ice cream was, the camera pulled back.
Off to the side, Robbie stepped away from his friends and watched them enjoy one another's company.
He smiled.
The camera faded out.
THE END
"Oh wow…"
"That was gooooood!" Another person yawned.
"Ah! It's over!" Another person put their hands up above his head and yawned.
"Dude, drop the hands, the show is not over!" One man behind the rows shouted at the man.
"What?!"
_Intense movie playing on the screen_
Every pair of eyes turned to watch the screen. Some were dumbfounded, and some were anticipating.
"Jake Sully?"
A rough voice came through the speakers, as the man on the screen opened his eyes.
"I'd like to talk to you about a fresh start, in a new world," As the words were narrated in the background, a handsome man in a wheelchair was shown making his way through people.
"We're making a difference."
A man in a suit was talking.
"...I told myself I can pass any test…"
The entire story started to unravel through its mind-blowing scenes. The scenes that Ian thought would grab attention, started to play in little clips.
The music was intense and made hearts beat faster.
"...You should not be here!" It was Zoe's character.
"Fuck!"
"Man…!"
"Look at that…!"
People whispered among themselves.
"Goosebumps for god's sake!"
FROM IAN RENNER
The name Ian appeared in a mysterious blue color, zooming outside the focal point.
THE DIRECTOR OF
HOME ALONE
BATMAN BEGINS
LA LA LAND
Many people were clutching their own hands. It was intense. The entire audience was paused while the names came to the screen in a blink with scenarios of aliens, fighting, guns, running, growling….and whatnot.
"They've sent us a message! That they can take whatever they want!" The voice narration echoed yet was clear.
"AND WE WILL SEND THEM A MESSAGE!"
"THAT THIS… THIS IS ALL OURS!"
The music kept getting louder and louder.
Finally, Jake's Avatar jumped to one of the dragons while it carried him away with a loud wind-gushing noise.
AVATAR
The music dropped.
Written and directed by,
Ian Renner
In cooperation with,
Goofy. Inc.
July 1st.
Avatar movie. com
The screen blacked out. The lights of the theatre turned out. Everyone was in the same spots as they were before, yet their minds were 'literally' blown away.
This was the first time any director had ever introduced another movie by the release of a movie.
Some were already waiting for it, and others were simply shaken by it. A good kind of shook.
"Wooooooooo!"
"That was so good!"
A cheer erupted in the crowd. People clapped and some were already recording the trailer from the movie's end.
"I can't believe it! The technology…. Wow!"
"Shivers! Shivers! Shivers! Fuck!"
"Man…. Aliens! Oh my God!"
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The goofy company, the office of the CEO.
"I can't believe this is working so well!" Jeff Sanson was talking to his assistant.
The assistant just nodded at his words.
Jeff stood up from where he was and walked around the office. The numbers in the box office for Crazy, Stupid, Love were hitting their peak.
And the word among the general public about the trailer of Avatar was already doing an amazing job.
"Sixty-nine-thirty three… It got into the top 5 movies at the box office. The director was talking about how he'd like to have a word with you tomorrow, should I schedule it?"
Sixty-nine-thirty-three was a thriller movie that was distributed by Goofy. Although the director was different, team B of VFX had a huge role in the movie.
Nevertheless, it was right behind two positions where Crazy, Stupid, Love was. But the real deal would be when the thriller movie takes over Crazy, Stupid, Love considering how Goofy already made plans to buy extra screenings for the movie.
"Ah, sure. Do it…" He said with his eyes on the standing library in his office. He was thinking. "Ian Renner… This is something I should have expected." He talked to himself. "Seeing the man's debut, his ideas are very…."
"Original," His assistant completed the sentence.
"Yeah, original."
Jeff said and smiled to himself.
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