There isn't much to discuss about the film "Wrong Turn." It's merely the tale of a group of young individuals engaging in reckless behaviour who end up being preyed upon by cannibals in the woods.
This type of film falls into the horror blood-thriller genre. The fact that "Wrong Turn" has been made almost ten times is enough to demonstrate its appeal in America and even globally, particularly within the DVD and VHS markets.
On set, when Adriana Lima, who would soon become one of the top ten supermodels worldwide, stripped down to a bikini beside a stream in the wilderness, the air was filled with the sound of people eagerly gulping.
What a stunning figure!
Of course, she's destined to be a star; how could her figure not be impressive?
"Ahem~, assistant director, please remind everyone to remain focused. We're on location," Kyle quietly instructed the assistant director.
The assistant director immediately nodded.
Kyle added, "Also, tell them to avoid bothering Lima while we're filming. It could lead to complications. You know what I mean."
"Don't worry, I get it," the assistant director replied with a knowing glance.
"You have a bright future ahead," Kyle complimented him.
How could the seasoned assistant director not grasp Kyle's underlying thoughts?
Essentially, any average man would feel tempted when encountering a striking beauty, especially a wealthy and youthful individual like Kyle. It's only natural to have desires!
After the shooting wrapped up that day, Kyle made a point to chat with Lima for a bit, and they even swapped phone numbers.
Indeed, Kyle purchased a mobile phone!
While it was an outdated model with very basic features, in 1996, it was considered quite advanced and compact enough to carry in a pocket.
For the following days, Kyle eagerly engaged with Lima.
Such thoughtfulness!
"Lima, you look stunning today!"
"You performed so well!"
"Oh my goodness! Forget about modelling, you belong in Hollywood!"
"Honey, you've got me all wrong. I'm a genuinely nice guy, a very, very nice one!"
....
Anyone with even a slight sense of observation could tell that Kyle had feelings for Lima.
Nevertheless, while on set, Kyle didn't cross any lines!
Oh my goodness!
Adriana Lima was just 16 years old and not yet of legal age. If Kyle were to act too boldly, he might end up in a tricky situation!
The kind that comes into play a few years later.
Of course, Lima's physique is extremely mature, far from what one might typically expect from a 16-year-old!
.....
Although Kyle had never married in his past life, he had experienced love several times. While he wasn't an expert in relationships, he was still quite experienced.
Dining out, watching films, shopping—under Kyle's charming style and occasional surprises, Lima ultimately succumbed!
"Kyle, I'm your girlfriend now, but you must never lie to me again, or else..."
Before Lima could complete his sentence, Kyle cut in: "Goodness, don't you realise who I am? I'm a person of integrity. If you doubt me, ask the folks at Page Pictures—have I ever had a romantic partner? Have I ever engaged in flings at bars or anywhere else?"
"Humph! You are truthful."
Lima feigned annoyance before joyfully kissing Kyle.
In truth, Lima was somewhat aware of whether Kyle had ever behaved poorly.
Since his arrival in this world, Kyle genuinely hadn't enjoyed much of a romantic life and had very few female acquaintances. The only attractive female friend he had was Charlize Theron, but their relationship was strictly platonic. Of course, if Charlize did not hold the standard of "boyfriends resembling fathers" that repulsed Kyle, he might have already become intimate with her.
Intimate!
Well, that's nearly a grievance Kyle harboured since moving to this time!
"I'm on the verge of sparking something while lifting weights!" Kyle lamented internally.
Although the laws vary from state to state in the U.S., there are still explicit rules to protect underage girls. Nonetheless, during their school years, due to hormonal urges, many young boys and girls engage in sexual activities. As long as it doesn't end up in court, it typically isn't considered a major issue.
Lima is youthful, attractive, and has a curvaceous figure. She hardly appears to be a 16-year-old. If someone claimed she was 20, it would be hard to argue against it. Kyle has been admiring her physique for quite some time.
However.
Kyle hesitates!
This might stem from the cautious mindset of a time traveller.
....
On June 15th.
On this date, "Run Lola Run" was officially withdrawn from theatres in North America, raking in a cumulative box office of $16.82 million. After accounting for the cinema's share, copy fees, and so forth, World Pictures ultimately secured $7.2 million in box office earnings.
Certainly, this was also due to the lack of other distribution companies participating in the release of "Run Lola Run" in the Bimei region; otherwise, a portion, or a significant amount, would have had to be shared with the distributor.
The film generated a profit of $4.5 million from the $7.2 million box office revenue, alongside additional earnings of $2 million from the sale of overseas rights to Paramount, not including the filming costs of $800,000 and marketing expenses of $500,000.
Ultimately, Page Pictures achieved a total profit of $12.4 million solely from the movie "Run Lola Run"!
Earning money through filmmaking!
It's no exaggeration to say that thanks to the profits from "Run Lola Run," page Pictures' financial report this year would undoubtedly surpass that of many smaller Hollywood companies.
"Pretty good," Kyle remarked as he gazed at the figures, smiling.
Certainly! Here's the reworded text:
Naturally, he's not the basketball player Jordan but Jordan Davidman.
"Mr. Page, I'm reaching out today to share the overseas box office figures for 'Run Lola Run' from its opening weekend. I can hardly believe it!" Jordan's excitement wavered.
"How much did it make?" Kyle asked, eager for details.
"$19 million! And this is just the initial weekend box office after its major overseas premiere. Can you believe it, Kyle? We at Paramount have decided to concentrate on international marketing and aim to boost the earnings of 'Run Lola Run' even further!"
Jordan's endless enthusiasm was starting to make Kyle feel unwell.
Oh no!
Damn those greedy vampires at Paramount!
I sold the foreign rights to 'Run Lola Run' for a mere $2 million! Now, even if it earns over $100 million internationally, it won't have anything to do with Kyle, and Kyle is even more frustrated.
Kyle was initially reluctant to part with "Run Lola Run" at such a low price.
Yet, they lacked the means to distribute abroad! The reason the Big Six Hollywood studios are considered titans is due to their powerful global distribution networks!
Is Spielberg's DreamWorks impressive?
It is!
But in comparison to the Big Six in Hollywood, it doesn't stand a chance!
"Jordan, your Paramount is cashing in on me this time. The next time you release one of our films, you've got to offer me a bigger cut!" Kyle shouted into the phone.
"Haha, no problem Kyle, you know that as long as the film is high-quality, I will certainly pay more."
In the time that followed, Kyle and Jordan had a productive conversation.
At this point, "Run Lola Run" was no longer connected to Kyle, but that didn't stop him from fostering a closer relationship with Paramount. There's always room for growth.
Issued!
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Issued!
This has become yet another source of resentment for Kyle!