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Chapter 35. I Have No Dreams
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"But this is just my original idea. Now, I think this idea is a bit too radical," Pucci added.
After all, before this, he never imagined that Phantom Blood would become popular so quickly. Even though he did his best in every aspect of the filming, even luxuriously casting actors for extras with only one or two lines, doing your best in all aspects doesn't necessarily mean it will become popular.
It might even happen that, despite everyone's best efforts, the costs cannot be recovered. This kind of thing is not uncommon in the industry.
So, even if this statement is somewhat biased, tragedy has a deeper impact on people's hearts than comedy, as long as it is not a comedy like Stephen Chow's, where "comedy is tearing apart the worthless things in life for people to see."
Thus, in the industry, it is indeed the case. The core of tragedy is more likely to cause a large-scale sensation among the audience, allowing their little-known studio and the work Phantom Blood to become famous more quickly. Just like the most memorable arc in Gintama is not its usual funny plot, but the first movie adaptation, the serious and tragic "Red Cherry Blossom Arc."
The death of Zeppeli is the most important scene in Phantom Blood. Pucci's initial idea was naturally to make good use of this plot.
But now, Phantom Blood no longer needs these means to boost its fame. Although this key plot will not change, how to film this scene without affecting their current popularity requires careful consideration.
So...
"...!?"
Jolyne Cujoh realized something was wrong. Was Pucci, the guy with thick eyebrows and big eyes, also going to back down?! Although she felt that Pucci's caution and retreat were more in line with industry norms, she didn't want this kind of common sense!
"Pucci, is your original intention in creating these works just to please the audience?!"
It seemed like she had come to the set of Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma and was intoxicated by the magical food there, but she quickly recovered her expression and returned to a serious one.
She stretched out her hands righteously, tightly grasping Pucci's shoulders, pulling him to her level, and looking at him, said: "Answer me, Pucci! Is it because of money, fame, honor... these low-level interests that you want to be a supervisor?!"
"I..."
-- That's exactly what I think.
Well, these thoughts were just what Pucci thought in his mind. He would never really say them out loud, nor would he write them down in his diary. So, here, Pucci, who didn't know what Jolyne Cujoh was thinking, could only answer her question with silence.
Fortunately, Jolyne Cujoh was anxious and did not give Pucci time to answer this question. After asking this question, she continued to answer herself: "No, no!"
"Pucci, you are definitely not the kind of person who has not gotten rid of vulgar tastes!"
-- I still haven't gotten rid of my vulgar tastes, I'm really sorry.
By the way, this is also something that Pucci would never say.
-- However, do I really have such a high and noble impression in Jolyne Cujoh's eyes?
-- I don't know?
Pucci wondered doubtfully. But to be honest, it feels good to be trusted by others.
Jolyne Cujoh continued: "It was from the script of Phantom Blood that I saw your ideals, different from others, Pucci, and that's why I chose to recruit you to be the general supervisor of Green Dolphin Studio!"
Well, after all, nowadays everyone likes family-friendly dramas. Pucci, who was able to write a script where almost all the protagonists were killed, is truly a rare talent... a talent that will arouse the anger of the audience and help Jolyne Cujoh lose money.
"So go for it, Pucci!" Jolyne Cujoh patted Pucci's shoulder vigorously and said, "Just do as you planned from the beginning. Don't let secular perspectives constrain your infinite potential!"
"How can you see the rainbow without going through the storm?"
"Do you want to see Phantom Blood completely turn into a mediocre work that looks very popular?"
"Or will it become a masterpiece that will be remembered by all the audiences?!"
"For most people, choosing the former is enough to satisfy them. But..."
She paused for a moment, imagining how much money she would get from the system after Phantom Blood lost money. If it didn't lose money, she would only be able to watch the money slip away from her in vain. She was happy one moment, sad another, sometimes smiling and crying together. She looked weird but determined and regretful, speaking to Pucci in a way that made people fear her.
"I'm not satisfied!"
"Phantom Blood is the first work of our Green Dolphin Studio and also my favorite work. If I choose to compromise here, should we also consider the audience's emotions and choose to compromise in future works?"
"And then gradually become mediocre like most works in this world, like most studios?"
"Even if the end of this road is hell?" Pucci said after a moment of silence.
Outside the window, the sound of the wind swayed. Inside the house, Pucci looked at Jolyne Cujoh, wondering what she was thinking.
"This is what you, Pucci... no, it should be said that most creators have forgotten." Jolyne Cujoh smiled firmly and said, "The works of our Green Dolphin Studio should never compromise!"
"..."
This is probably the reason why Anasui fell in love with Jolyne Cujoh and tried her best to help her. This woman is really capable. If he was like Anasui, confused about life, or like those creators who had forgotten something, as Jolyne Cujoh mentioned, perhaps he would also be attracted to her at this time.
But unfortunately, he, Pucci, has no dreams! Jolyne Cujoh's words had absolutely no effect on him.
But...
"Ah, ah, I really lost to you." Although he has no dreams, he can protect the dreams of others.
Anyway, the only money that would be lost in the end would be Jolyne's own money...