Chapter 826： Overthrow

In the conference room, on the white curtain, the screen projected by the projector was displayed, which was a conceptual picture of Optimus Prime.

Industrial Light & Magic’s project director Hank pressed the remote control, the picture changed, and Megatron’s concept picture also appeared on the white screen.

Then, there are bumblebees and red spiders.

Next, the following pictures show the design details of the back and specific body parts of the four transformers.

Although it is only a picture, not a dynamic video, everyone present, including Ronan, can see the design intentions of Industrial Light & Magic.

Hank said at this time: "This is the preliminary design plan. We have integrated the first version of the conceptual draft of the design opinions."

Ronan looked at Optimus Prime and Megatron on the white curtain, frowned slightly, and did not speak.

Hasbro's Brian Goldner rubs his chin, wondering what he is thinking.

Hank continued: "According to our design philosophy, Transformers will be made up of countless pieces of mechanical originals. For example, Optimus Prime will consist of nearly 12,000 pieces of mechanical originals. In order to enhance the sense of reality, we have abandoned animation and toys. On the one hand, the square and block shape of Transformers is replaced by a robot shape with a large number of detailed parts."

He looked at the crowd, saw no one talking, and said: "During a deformation process, thousands of components of the robot will move at the same time, thus avoiding the size and mass of the Transformers in the Transformers cartoon from being reduced at will. The phenomenon of getting bigger is more difficult to explain with daily physics. The changed shape of Transformers also highlights the fundamental characteristic that they are from aliens."

Ronan listened carefully to each sentence and said: "Your design concept is very correct. Transformers are not simple machines. They cannot be stacked in a deformed way like cartoons and toys. They are alien life forms. The carbon-based structure is different from that of humans."

Hank said quickly: "Yes, we understand that too."

Brian Goldner interjected at this moment: "The idea is correct, I fully agree." He took the laser pointer and pointed to Optimus Prime and Megatron in the screen picture: "Optimus Prime is okay, but you Make sure others can recognize Megatron?"

Hank said: "Live-action movies are not cartoons and toys."

Hasbro has never really participated in the production of live-action movies, and Brian Goldner has no experience in this area.

Michael Bay did not participate in the discussion, because the final decision was only in Ronan's hands.

"Industrial Light & Magic's design concept for Transformers is very correct, and it is also suitable for live-action movies." Ronan got the relevant design drawings yesterday, specially prepared, and gently placed his hands on Connie, and Connie stood in the projection Before the ceremony, the projector was connected to her notebook. He continued: "As we all know, there are fundamental differences between live-action movies and cartoons and toys. The concept of cartoons and toys is not suitable for live-action movies. Moreover, the times are changing. Transformers, as a living body, cannot be simple. The square combination, which is shown in the movie, is not convincing."

Brian Goldner scratched his head, as if thinking.

Hank was very calm. As an experienced special effects director of Industrial Light & Magic, he really has a deep understanding of movies.

Connie adjusted the projector. After re-opening, the new picture appeared, the familiar Optimus Prime model and the latest Optimus Prime conceptual drawing designed by Industrial Light & Magic put together, forming a sharp contrast.

Ronan picked up the laser pointer and pointed to the screen: "This is Optimus Prime. Whether it is an old or newly designed concept drawing, anyone who is a little familiar with the Transformers series can recognize it as Optimus Prime. "

He gestured to Connie, and when Connie put it on the next page, the laser pointer pointed at Megatron's concept map: "If you don't say that this is Megatron and let it go alone, how many people would think it is Megatron?"

Brian Goldner kept nodding his head. This is what he thinks is the biggest problem with the preliminary design.

Connie continued to turn the page. When the Hornet appeared, Ronan said, “The design of the Hornet is very distinctive, especially the puppy-like eyes, which are very cute and attractive, but the same problem is the same as the original appearance. The difference is too big."

Hank already understood what Ronan wanted to express, and just about to speak, Ronan raised his hand to stop him: "Listen to me first."

Connie turned to Starscream's page.

Ronan said directly: "On the left is the old version of Starscream, recognized as the most handsome robot in Transformers. On the right is the new Starscream..."

Brian Goldner took the call, and said unceremoniously: "Even if it’s someone from Hasbro, if no one tells me, I can’t believe this is Starscream! This is the ugliest Transformer ever. !"

Hank is only in charge of the design, and did not insist on his own views. The customer’s needs are the only standard. He said: "This is just a draft, and it’s for discussion."

Ronan nodded and didn’t mean to blame. This design is meant to be continuously improved. He just said, “I’ll emphasize it again. Hank, your concept is not wrong. Use your concept to redesign Transformers. However, the appearance of the designed Transformers must be close to the classic version of the 10s, so that people who know or have heard of Transformers can associate the image with the specific character name at the first glance. ."

Hank said, "I understand that we will make changes and redesign the appearance."

Ronan emphasized: "Don't ignore the appearance. The image of Transformers and the influence it already has is the basis for the success of live-action movies. Feelings are the focus of our promotion and marketing, although the film adaptation is bound to destroy the beautiful childhood memories of many people. , But the overall appearance is more in line with memory, but it can arouse their feelings."

Brian Goldner said: "The appearance can be different. For example, the red and blue paint in the conceptual design is very suitable for Optimus Prime, and it will also help us launch new peripheral products, but it must be able to People recognize who it is."

Ronan agreed: "This is very important. All the concept designs are overturned and started again."

In fact, Ronan emphasized these at the beginning of the project, but film creation is not a job that can be done by one person. It requires the coordination and cooperation of multiple teams. Each person's creative concept will be different and can only be solved through continuous communication and coordination.

Michael Bay, who has been silent, said at this time: "The necessary changes are still needed. My ideal action scene is the close fight between Autobots and Decepticons, because they are mechanical bodies and cannot be touched with blood. But parts and pieces can fly all over the sky, highlighting the visual effect."

Ronan laughed: "Michael's idea is very good, the fighting in the action scene, the scattered parts can also highlight the intensity."

Hank took this down.

Michael Bay is undoubtedly very good at action scenes. His words suddenly reminded Ronan of one thing. Once the Transformers fight scenes were intense, tense, and even bloody. The director of Michael Bay did a very good job, but there was one thing. It's not very good.

The second and third parts are slightly better, and this is most evident in the first part.

There is no action scene where Optimus Prime and Bumblebee participate. Transformers are fighting together. It is always difficult to tell who is who, or even which is Autobot and which is Decepticon.

Even the Decepticon mark is extremely rare.

Ronan thought of this and reminded: "Also, the signs of the Autobots and the Decepticons are not obvious enough."

Hank said: "The main difference is in the eyes. Autobots have blue eyes and Decepticons are red."

Ronan shook his head: "In the intense action scene, this is not enough, and it is also difficult to distinguish. The marks on both sides must be reflected on the physical appearance. The difference between the two transformers should be obvious. The difference between them must also be obvious."

He looked at Michael Bay again: "We should also pay attention to this aspect when shooting and production, so that the audience can easily distinguish who the Transformers are participating in the battle."

Michael Bello thought about it and said, "I will think of ways and focus on design."

Facing the request of Ronan, the producer, others can only cooperate. Hanke also said: "We will focus on this part of the secondary design."

Ronan looked at Brian Goldner and asked, "Do you have any other ideas?"

Brian Goldner smiled and said, "Ronan, you think more comprehensively than me."

Today, when this meeting is over, Brian Goldner is more confident about whether "Transformers" will be successful.

Ronan consulted other people and said, "Let’s end today’s meeting. Let’s keep in touch."

George Clint announced that the meeting was adjourned. It was late, and everyone left the meeting room.

Ronan and Scott Swift came together.

"How is the financing going?" Ronan asked, "I need a lot of money in the next stage."

Scott said softly: "Don't worry There is no problem. Our overseas financing channels are becoming wider and wider. At present, we have entered the Oriental market to raise funds with the help of Embassy Pictures."

This was a bit unexpected by Ronan, but it did not mean to stop it. He just reminded: "Pay attention to reputation, pay attention to credibility, this is the foundation of our financing."

Scott promised: "The foundation has always attached great importance to it." He said: "There are a large number of wealthy people over there who rely on resources to make their fortunes. They are very interested in overseas investment."

Ronan nodded, "You are still responsible for the details, but you must not violate laws or regulations, and don't talk nonsense."

Scott understood Ronan's meaning: "Don't worry, as I specifically emphasized, the manpower sent over was also carefully selected."

Talking about the foundation problem, Ronan and Scott went out of the Theory of Relativity Building together. After returning to the manor, he received a call from Candice Swanepoel.

Candice Swanepoel said that she is very interested in the exotic landscape of India and wants to see a different cultural landscape.