Chapter 598： High-profile publicity

As early as 1997, the then President Bill Clinton deleted the incident from the confidential files. On the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the Central Intelligence Agency, it was completely declassified. Later, there were some related news in the media. The content has never been officially announced.

After entering October, the "Los Angeles Times" published a report on the rescue incident that year on an important page.

"The attack on the embassy can be said to have shaken the whole world. No one knows how to respond to the situation and current situation of the detained hostages, especially those who escaped and went into hiding. Their problems seem to require It’s more subtle techniques, because it’s impossible to rescue them through diplomatic channels."

"Every day, their risk of being discovered increases by one point. In the end, the burden falls on the special agent Antonio Mendez who is responsible for fleeing the enemy camp. He will find a way to bring them back to the United States. This former legendary agent, and several friends in Hollywood, jointly established a production company called Studio Six. As a Canadian producer, he entered the crisis-ridden Tehran under the pretext of framing sci-fi movies... "

Although there have been some news circulating before, the public is basically in an unknown state about this incident. After the report was released, Antonio Mendez became the focus of many media attention.

This retired legendary agent enjoys the feeling of being a celebrity, and the CIA after 9/11 desperately needs an excellent spokesperson.

Subsequently, under the joint instigation of the CIA and Walt Disney, Antonio Mendez entered the TV station and accepted an interview with Antonia Kidman on the "Annie Talk Show" program, sharing with the public the incredible things that year. experience.

He said, "This is a rescue story that few people know about. It represents a relatively difficult period in history-people only know that six Americans escaped safely with the help of Canadians at that time, but It wasn’t until this classified document was completely unblocked a few years ago that everyone realized that it turned out to be manipulating everything behind the scenes, and through an unusually bold plan to find a safe return home for six Americans. the road."

"I was a good friend with a famous make-up artist in Hollywood, so I learned that the people who make movies travel around the world in this way, so that I can check and evaluate different locations and choose the right one for my film. The shooting location. This is obviously a very feasible idea and opportunity, so it is to save the compatriots trapped in Tehran. I think it is completely feasible to adopt such an escape plan that no one has thought of before."

"This is a game without any rules. We have to take huge risks for it. The most uncertain part here is that we have to work with a large group of volatile Iranians and try to hide from them, and then Stay away from them-if we are unfortunately arrested, we can't predict what will happen to ourselves, including those hostages. We are bound to be implicated."

"I have never felt that there is anything unusual about connecting with Hollywood, because for agents like me, sometimes a plan is implemented. In fact, it is a wonderful drama. Fortunately, we It succeeded, although it seems a little weird."

This interview is not just to create a legendary hero. It was also to promote the adaptation of the film, and the topic afterwards naturally turned to the film aspect. Antonio Mendez also talked about this aspect.

"When the representatives of Ryan and Disney Pictures found me. My first reaction was...what? My deeds would be made into a movie? Or would the famous Ryan Jenkins produce it? Wouldn't he want to appear in it? Me? It turned out to be better than I thought. Ryan not only had to play me in person, but also named the movie after the fake movie. Even the crew office was renamed No.6 studio……"

"The Sixth Studio is the film company that was established. Although it has only existed for a few weeks, it has received scripts from many people, some of whom are still major directors now..."

After the program was broadcast, it caused a strong response from the public. The mainstream media in North America followed up on the secret rescue incident that year, and set off a wave of enthusiasm.

At the same time, many senior people in Hollywood were also asked by reporters about the original situation of the Sixth Studio. Many of them still have relevant memories.

Especially Steven Spielberg, facing the reporter’s camera lens, not only said that he remembered that “Vanity Fair” and “Hollywood Report” had promoted “Argo” and the company behind it, but also mentioned that he had once reported to the sixth system. The studio has delivered the script of the past.

"Argo" has not yet officially launched, it has attracted the attention of countless people.

As a typical cultural and entertainment product, movies require massive publicity. Ryan has never spared any effort in publicity, and those off-the-wall publicity methods may occasionally succeed, but they are destined to never become the mainstream of the market.

Frequent in and out of Warner studios, Ryan will inevitably meet reporters, and he also accepted interviews.

"In fact, for the past few years, I have been looking for a great story. Now, I know I have found it, so I did not hesitate to decide to put this event on the big screen."

This is to promote his movie. Ryan didn’t hesitate to say, “After reading the draft of Mr. Mendez’s memoir, I was really attracted by it, especially for Antonio Mendez. His interest-what I want to know is what kind of person he is, after making such a plan, and then implementing it."

"If I were to complete this script with an original concept, I think everyone would say,'No one would believe that these things really happened.' But Mr. Mendez succeeded in persuading the federal government to work together. What I tried was an imagination crazier than Hollywood itself."

"I know that this incident sounds really absurd, even ridiculous, but it is also an indisputable fact-but I can understand this situation better, because all this sounds so untrue. There is no place to be trusted, it is too dreamy and incredible."

Ryan naturally understands how to be welcomed by mainstream voices, "Behind these very heroic and bold acts is actually a legend full of humanity-even if these people are in a desperate situation without any hope, they are They won’t just wait and see, they are still trying to do their best to reverse this disadvantage.”

"This is also one of the most proud places in our country!"

Of course, when the reporter asked the film director, Ryan did not forget to brag for George Clooney.

"George Clooney has an amazing talent for grasping the story, especially his understanding of the working principle of the camera. It can be said to be a very extreme point... In addition, as a filmmaker, he The perspectives and viewpoints taken by the plan also have a strong sense of presence. I think this is the most important talent. He has his own style and cognition."

Soon after his interview was reported by the media, George Clooney, as the director, used the same vigorous publicity in the interview.

"That was what happened when I was eighteen years old. I still clearly remember the hostage incident, but it was not until I saw Ryan's script outline and Mr. Mendez's memoirs that I realized the truth behind the incident. It looks like this, I think all of this can definitely make a compelling movie story-I immediately feel that I have an obligation to make it reproduced in the form of images, and Ryan's thinking is obviously the same as mine!"

"Yes! Very honored! I am very happy to be able to work with such a great actor and producer as Ryan. This work is an enjoyment for me. I believe that "Argo" will become a movie based on facts. classic!"

The news about Ryan and Ryan’s movies has never lacked attention, and there is almost no need to do deliberate public relations. The major media will treat it as the headline of the entertainment version, and Disney’s brand extends from the Internet to the TV station to the print media , And keep releasing some latest reports about the crew at the right time.

In particular, the makeup videos of several main actors of the crew were released. Robert Downey Jr., who just got rid of the drug vortex, wore a large toad mirror and long beetle hair. Typical American costume in the 70s.

The most interesting thing is Ryan. His style completely obeyed the advice of Antonio Mendez. His light brown hair was dyed dark brown, and he also had a thick beard...

On the message board below the video, there were thousands of messages in just two days, and most people expressed their expectations for "Argo".

"Playing a legendary hero by a legendary superstar is simply perfect, this is a role tailored for Ryan!"

"The uncle that Captain America turned into in an instant, Ryan once again challenged the difficult role..."

"This is a story that records history, and every past is worth remembering! Looking forward to reviewing this legendary past with Ryan!"

In the vigorous publicity and the expectation of the media and the public, the "Argo" crew officially opened in front of the Beverly Hills Hilton Hotel in mid-October, and actors including Ryan appeared in the first scene. , Has attracted countless reporters. (To be continued...) ()