readease Chapter 41 received rave reviews.
Chapter 41 received rave reviews.
After the red carpet event, the audience entered the venue and took their seats; the premiere of "The Man from Earth" was about to begin.
As the lights dimmed and the large screen lit up, the room fell silent instantly, with everyone's eyes focused on the giant screen in front of them.
The story is actually quite simple: a 35-year-old Harvard history professor named John claims to be immortal and has lived for 14000 years.
To avoid being discovered by humans, he would move and change jobs every ten years. At his resignation farewell party, his colleagues noticed that he showed no signs of aging and had an extraordinary understanding of ancient artifacts.
The group began to talk about John's past.
This is a science fiction film without any science fiction scenes. In order to make the film more refined and excellent, Ernst interspersed some scenes showing that John was a caveman who participated in the Ice Age and migration.
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Beverly Hills.
Built against the mountain, the mountain breeze blows into the bedroom through the floor-to-ceiling windows leading to the terrace. On the large bed, Ernst felt a slight chill and instinctively reached out to find something to cover himself.
A soft laugh reached his ears, which made Ernst slowly open his eyes. The chaotic memories of last night quickly flooded his mind.
The premiere was a great success, and as the plot unfolded, almost everyone was completely immersed in the wonderful world created by the film.
When the lights came on again, the entire audience erupted in thunderous applause that lasted for a long time.
The creative team took to the stage to share stories and insights from the film's creation process with the audience. The interactive session further heightened the atmosphere, with audience members and reporters eagerly asking questions, which the creators patiently answered, filling the theater with laughter and joy.
After the premiere, a banquet was inevitable. Champagne, fine wine, and exquisite food filled the tables, and amidst the clinking of glasses, it was all about social etiquette and networking.
Besides thanking the film crew and guests, the most important purpose of this banquet was to curry favor with the reporters, hoping they would say a few "fair words" in their subsequent reports.
Ernst, the boss and screenwriter, was naturally the biggest contributor. He accepted every toast offered and ended up going back to Connery's house in a daze.
Standing naked in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, the view of the entire city of Los Angeles unfolds before my eyes.
"I didn't expect you to be such a wealthy woman. Does this mean I'm being kept by someone?"
According to Ernst's estimate, although this mansion does not offer a clear view of the entire Los Angeles, the size of the master bedroom and the huge terrace and swimming pool outside the window suggest that this villa is worth at least four or five million US dollars.
A voice echoed softly in my ear.
"No matter what, I've been in the industry for so many years, so I still have some merit."
He moved around to the front, and with a flirtatious flick of his fingers, he lifted Ernst's chin, just like a playful brothel owner from ancient times.
"Since you know you're being taken care of, you should be prepared to accept it."
Ernst felt the fresh blood in his body stirred by the early morning energy, and he squinted his eyes.
With their hands resting on the huge glass, the two enjoyed the beautiful view of Los Angeles in the morning light, though the floor-to-ceiling windows suffered.
Breakfast was a typical white meal: oatmeal porridge with milk and juice, bread, jam, and a few slices of fried bacon.
Connery placed the newspaper he had subscribed to on the dining table before sitting down, picking up a piece of bread, and taking a small bite.
"It seems this movie will do well at the box office; many film critics gave it extremely high praise last night."
"The Man from Earth" is not a traditional commercial blockbuster; it lacks spectacular scenes, cool special effects, and sophisticated filming techniques.
This is a film that wins entirely through its script and language; simple conversations can evoke a lot of resonance.
At last night's premiere, Connery heard many viewers join in the discussion as the film progressed, as if they were part of the story, playing a role within it.
A successful film is one that can draw the audience in.
Just look at these newspapers on the table, and you'll know that a great movie was born.
"This Man from Earth Redefines Science Fiction Cinema" — The New Yorker
"There are no alien spaceships, no time machines, not even a single window showing the outside world, yet we have witnessed the collapse and rebirth of human civilization in this wooden house."
"When John said, 'I painted rock art during the Ice Age,' I suddenly realized how ridiculous those expensive space operas are. Real science fiction isn't about spaceships and cannons; it's about making you sit on your living room sofa and question the meaning of life."
The Hollywood Reporter's headline was even more profound: "When Philosophy Explodes into Science Fiction Technology."
"This story not only involves history, science, and religion, but also sparks profound reflections on the coexistence of science and religion, the nature of humanity, and moral concepts."
"Through the dialogues and interactions between the characters, the film showcases the clash between knowledge and faith, as well as humanity's curiosity and fear of the unknown."
"It's hard to believe that this is a script written by a 24-year-old. No matter what kind of person he is or how many ridiculous things he has done, it cannot overshadow his talent as a genius writer."
Connery found it amusing, and his little mouth twitched as he read it.
Ernst suddenly felt that the food in his mouth tasted like wax. The food was already unpalatable, and now it was a blow to both his physical and mental well-being.
Commenting on a movie is fine, but why resort to personal attacks?
"A movie that everyone should definitely watch" is a review from a science fiction magazine.
"We've spent decades exploring what aliens look like, but we've forgotten to ask what stories they would tell if they were sitting across from us having coffee."
Of course, there were also criticisms.
Some media outlets have said that this movie has nothing to do with science fiction at all, and is a case of false advertising and deceiving consumers.
However, most of the criticism was directed at Ernst, with many questioning the authenticity of the script and doubting his ability to write such a thought-provoking piece.
Regardless, this topic has generated tremendous buzz, and its exposure has skyrocketed.
Ernst stopped what he was doing, looked up at Connery, and smiled, "Are you thinking that 'There's Something About Mary' might be just as successful?"
The film is still in production, and it also has a script by Ernst. Now, it seems that "The Man from Earth" is far exceeding expectations. How could Connery not be eager to make a comeback?
After being labeled a "pretty face" for so long, she's long wanted to shed that label and prove her acting skills and box office appeal.
"Don't worry, as my personal accessory, how could I let outsiders question me?"
"But before that, you should think about the consequences of losing the bet."
Connery instantly remembered the $200 million global box office bet he had made with the other party last night, and a blush instantly crept onto his cheeks. He gave a soft snort and said, "You win first, then we'll talk."