Prestige (3)

 

‘World Disney Pictures’. It was such a famous distribution and film company in Hollywood that it was difficult to find someone who didn’t know about it. It boasts a very long history and is one of Hollywood’s ‘Big Five’. As everyone knows,  animation films exert unrivaled power, but at some point they began producing movies by converting  animations into live-action films.

Because Phantom was so popular not only in Korea but also around the world, the live-action movies were a huge success.

Of course, ‘World Disney Pictures’ did not only produce live-action films. They produce and distribute general movies, and the number of hit works is too numerous to list them all.

Because it is such a huge place, there are many cases where movies are produced simultaneously.

They are assessing Kang Woo-jin in a conference room at ‘World Disney Pictures.’

“If Kang Woo-jin is on the casting board, how many candidates will there be in total?”

“Six people. However, like Kang Woo-jin, there are three actors who can sing both ‘vocals’ and ‘piano.’”

In the conference room of ‘World Disney Pictures’, ‘vocals’ and ‘piano’ were often mentioned as the main topics.

“Kang Woo-jin seems to have the best piano skills.”

The reason was simple.

Movies produced by the mega-film company ‘World Disney Pictures’ require actors to have singing skills. Whether it is a live-action animated movie or just a movie, many songs are included in the movie.

It was safe to say that it was the signature of ‘World Disney Pictures.’

Of course, there were also a lot of OSTs for movies that they produced that took the world by storm. There are many Disney fans who say, ‘I listen to the OST of ‘World Disney Pictures’ movies.’ Therefore, it is natural for ‘World Disney Pictures’ to test their vocal or musical abilities before casting actors.

and.

“Let’s contact Woojin Kang as quickly as possible.”

Now Woojin’s name is on ‘World Disney Pictures’.

However, ‘World Disney Pictures’ was not the only company where Kang Woo-jin’s name was mentioned in LA. At the same time, there were quite a few film companies in LA targeting Woojin. It was because of the awareness that had been built up little by little but firmly.

“Kang Woo-jin used to run a restaurant in LA?”

“No, I didn’t run it myself. “It was filmed for a Korean TV show.”

“You played a chef on that TV show?”

“yes. But his cooking skills were so outstanding that I didn’t even know the customers were actors. “I also organized it and included it in the materials we distributed.”

“Hmm-what is this? “An actual local chef praised Kang Woo-jin.”

That recognition exploded with Miley Cara and the Cannes Film Festival. Woojin’s declaration of war as a ‘Nopaku’ also played a role in his acceptance speech. It was natural that Hollywood, where the possibilities were endless, would take notice of him.

“······You actually develop your own cuisine and sell it as a product in Korea and Japan?”

“yes.”

“what? “Did you cook before becoming an actor?”

“It’s not exact, but with this level of skill, it might be so. However, there are many vocal-related videos on YouTube other than cooking. It might have been a hobby.”

“Huh – the chef-level cooking skills from the videos you’ve seen so far are your hobbies? “What is your identity, that actor?”

A global illusion. Misunderstanding is world star level.

Nevertheless, one thing that is clear is the various abilities imprinted on Kang Woo-jin.

“······Whatever it is, it’s clear that he has the cooking skills that our movie needs. “Unconditionally, please contact me.”

It was that he was exerting his power in Hollywood.

backwards.

Monday ended and Tuesday the 9th began. This morning, Kang Woo-jin is having a meeting regarding ‘Kang Woo-jin’s side character’ before filming ‘Beneficial Evil’.

“The end of the year is just around the corner, and if Woojin spends more time overseas starting next year, he will probably need to keep a lot of saved videos.”

“Huh, I guess I’ll try to rub it in somehow. I’ll break the schedule down a bit more. Woojin, are you okay?”

“It doesn’t matter.”

“Well, you don’t have to worry… but if you have any problems with your body, tell me right away.”

“Yes, CEO.”

“And speaking of overseas, in order for things to proceed smoothly, I think it would be good for the ‘Kang Woo-jin alt-character’ team to have a studio in LA as well.”

“Yes, yes?? “Is it LA??”

Domestic movie theaters were still enjoying an unprecedented boom. The number of visitors exceeded twice the normal number. For reference, a few weekends ago, every movie theater that existed was crowded.

『[Music Video IS] Thanks to the box office hit ‘Leech’ and new movies, theaters are smiling, crowds flock to movie theaters on weekends/ Photo』

『No. 1 in advance reservation rate, ‘Leech’, endless sold-out procession』

The biggest reason was ‘Leech’, which caused a box office sensation, but new movies released this week also played a part.

『[Movie Talk] “Wait for the leech!” With the new movies being released one after another, can we stop the bulldozer ‘leeches’?

It was so explosive that the media visited movie theaters on the weekend and reported the situation vividly. It was to the point where the expression of falling apart was appropriate. Meanwhile, ‘Leech’ was firmly maintaining the top spot in advance reservation rates, and the public who went to the movie theater were excitedly talking about the areas of their choice.

-Why is it fun to see leeches twice??

-The thing that gives me goosebumps is that Kang Woo-jin’s acting feels different every time I see it.

-LOL There are over 20 million crazy leeches LOL.

-I saw it three times.

-Oh, just suck it up hahahaha, it’s just a no-nonsense jam.

-Even if Island of the Missing is re-released with over 20 million leeches, the 1st and 2nd most popular Korean movies of all time are both Kang Woo-jin haha. It’s like shit.

-But Kang Woo-jin is tired of acting, so why is he not in Hollywood???

-Does Hollywood look like a nursing home that just goes there just because it wants to go lol?

-Since it won the Best Actor Award at Cannes, it may already be in the process of being coordinated.

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This situation was the same in Japan. No, since Japan has a larger population than Korea, it was more noisy. Japan’s ‘Unfamiliar Gisaeng’ was also ranked first in advance sales like ‘Leech’. However, the overall atmosphere was still very different.

Still, changes were gradually taking place in Japan.

『“Unfamiliar Parasite” is endlessly amplified by the audience, and the attitude of public opinion, which was full of complaints, is changing / Photo』

If there were complaints, curses, and controversy in the beginning, now the media and public opinion are gradually starting to acknowledge the ‘unfamiliar parasite.’ What stood out the most was the public who could not bear the criticism and controversies of being labeled an ‘unfamiliar gisaeng’.

Various media outlets in Japan did the same.

“At first glance, ‘Unfamiliar Gisaeng’ may seem to have mixed positive and negative reviews, but that is an illusion.”

“Is it an illusion?”

“yes. Only a few people swear at ‘unfamiliar parasites’. It’s like the media that we often mistake for being a part of public opinion. Of course, they are not a small number, but they are a part of the whole. And they can’t accept change.”

“You said you fell behind?”

“no. They’re scared. On the other hand, the public, excluding them, recognizes ‘unfamiliar parasites’. This is proof of the frighteningly soaring audience numbers for ‘The Unfamiliar Parasite.’”

“hmm-”

“And the fact that the momentum of ‘unfamiliar parasites’ continues to soar is proof that most of the public is tired of Japan’s obvious content.”

Film critics and directors who appeared on the news and entertainment shows explained the unexpected explosive power of ‘The Unfamiliar Parasite’.

“Of course, the public was surprised. However, I am cheering for ‘Unfamiliar Parasite’ because I am already tired of Japan’s repetitive and boring content. Director Kyotaro Tanoguchi cleverly pointed out that point. “I think he probably fully intended it.”

“Then do you think ‘Familiar’ will continue to be a box office hit?”

“of course. “This trend will become even more intense, and no matter what the conclusion is, Japan’s content market will probably change significantly before and after ‘Unfamiliar Parasite.’”

Two days passed like that. Thursday the 11th.

The momentum of audiences flocking to theaters has slightly diminished from the initial explosive power of the film’s release. However, it is a natural phenomenon. New movies are constantly being released, and there are not many viewers who will watch movies they have already seen.

But there was nothing to worry about. It was still the peak season for movie theaters.

At this time, there were many familiar figures in the Japanese film company ‘Toega’, which produced ‘The Unfamiliar Parasite’.

Writer Akari, director Kyotaro, and many others.

Everyone seemed to be waiting for some kind of result. Eyes full of tension and anticipation. Although this is not the same place, all the characters related to ‘The Strange Gisaeng’ were the same. Even actors other than Chairman Hideki.

At this time, a shout rang out throughout the ‘Toega’ film industry.

“Director!! “The results are in!!”

Everyone stared at the large TV in front. The majestic figures of ‘unfamiliar parasites’ are printed.

-[Number of viewers for ‘The Strange Sacrifice’ as of November 10, 2021]

-[The Strange Sacrifice of a Stranger/ Release date: October 26/ Cumulative number of viewers: 15,928,755]

It exceeded 15 million in the third week. No, even if it was 16 million, there was no big problem.

Meanwhile.

Around late morning, a Korean film studio was also crowded. It was ‘Oullim Film Company’, which produced ‘Island of the Missing’, currently the number one film of all time in Korea. Not only the head of the film company, but also several executives and a familiar master director were seen.

“hmm-”

It was the warm-faced director Kwon Ki-taek, who directed ‘The Island of the Missing.’ Perhaps because it was a period of rest, my body gained weight. Anyway, all the key characters of ‘Island of the Missing’ have gathered together. Director Kwon Ki-taek and everyone were looking at their tablets, and the results of a movie were being displayed on the screen.

It was ‘Leech’, not ‘Island of the Missing’.

View audience count on November 10, 2021]

[Daily domestic box office]

1. Leech / Release date: October 27 / Number of screens: 1354 / Cumulative number of viewers: 15,016,082

‘Leech’ also exceeded 15 million viewers.

The expressions of those gathered at ‘Oullim Film Studio’ darkened considerably. It was natural. Although ‘Island of the Missing’ was still the number one Korean film of all time, a crisis arose not long after breaking the record.

“······‘Leech’ is faster than ‘Island of the Missing’.”

“I expected it to be powerful – so quickly.”

“If ‘Leech’ loses its power, the ranking of all-time movies will soon change.”

“I feel strange. Although I acknowledge the ‘leeches,’ I had no idea the crisis would come so quickly.”

Just as the CEO and executives of ‘Oullim Film Company’ were making comments one by one as if they were confused, the information displayed on everyone’s tablets changed.

There were faint sighs here and there.

[Korea’s all-time box office]

[All-time movie rankings (combined)]

-One. Island of the Missing/ Cumulative number of viewers: 20,321,451

-2. Naval Battle/Cumulative audience: 16,715,955

-3. Force Majeure/Cumulative number of audience: 15,557,118

-4. Leeches/ Cumulative audience: 15,016,082

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Because the ‘leech’ with insane speed chased me right up to my chin.

Same time. A hotel in Seoul.

Hundreds of reporters gathered in front of the famous hotel. In front of it, vans, vans, and luxury sedans lined up and stopped. Several celebrities got out of the car. Celebrities, of course, celebrities, etc. The reason was simple.

Soon, there will be a year-end party for an overseas luxury brand at this hotel.

Celebrities invited to the party waved moderately to reporters and then posed for photos in a photo booth located right next to the hotel entrance.

-Pababababak!

An intense flash of light explodes.

It was at this time.

-Tung!

A man with neatly slicked-back black hair and an indifferent face wearing a navy suit from a luxury brand got out of the black van that had just stopped. As soon as they saw him, reporters shouted.

“Kang Woojin!! Kang Woo-jin!!!”

“Woojin!! Woojin, this way!!”

Kang Woo-jin was a man whose influence was growing in Korea, Japan, and even overseas. The reason he appeared was because he was the ambassador of this luxury brand. Woojin waved to the hundreds of reporters gathered in front with a silent expression.

At this moment, reporters were foaming at the mouth and asking questions.

“‘Familiar’ was a huge hit!! Do you think it will exceed 20 million??!”

“Even ‘leeches’!! ‘Leech’ also surpassed 15 million views! “How many total audiences do you expect?”

“Woojin!! Were there any love calls from Hollywood after the Cannes Film Festival?!”

“iced coffee! I think there was definitely a casting offer from Hollywood!! “Please just give me a little hint!!”

“Are you attending all the domestic film festivals at the end of this year??!”

“There are rumors going around that I will be making a serious attempt at Hollywood next year! “Is this true?!”

But Kang Woo-jin has a strong poker face.

“······”

He just waved his hand without replying in particular. His expression was more solemn than ever.

‘Wow, my ears are popping!’

At this time, a female reporter standing close to Woojin shouted as best she could.

“Woojin!! Kang Woojin!!! Miley Cara is appearing in ‘Beneficial Evil’! Isn’t that it??! “It’s nonsense!”

Of course, this time too, Kang Woo-jin remains silent. However, his gaze was focused on the reporters in front of him. Still, he didn’t open his mouth. It looks like he probably has no intention of answering until the end. Hundreds of reporters did not know this, but they did not give up.

Several reporters who were infected with her asked additional questions.

“Oh that’s right! That photo is spreading through social media and communities!! “Isn’t the blonde woman just a staff member?!”

“Miley Cara’s appearance in ‘Beneficial Evil’!! Everyone is dismissing it as a rumor! But Woojin, please give me a clear answer!!”

Kang Woo-jin, whose expression did not change, suddenly opened his mouth.

“That’s right, Miley Cara, the blonde woman in the photo from the ‘Beneficial Evil’ Bangkok filming location.”

Woojin spoke again in a low tone.

“We have already finished filming Miley Cara’s part.”

At that moment, the hands of hundreds of reporters who were frantically pressing the shutter stopped.

“······to?”