Hollywood Director 1992

"No! That statement is one-sided."

"Oh?"

Hearing Link say this, everyone perked up, wanting to see how he would fabricate a story.

"I admit that before the release of 'Paranormal Activity,' we released some recent paranormal events through the media to pique public interest in such occurrences.

Our publicity department staff released about thirty news articles, planning to promote it for two weeks.

However, during the promotion, the media discovered that the public was very interested in these news reports, and the sales of media outlets reporting these stories soared.

Therefore, after our promotion began, many media outlets followed suit and released similar news, reporting hundreds or thousands of times more than we did, which also led to the media being filled with paranormal news during that period.

This shows that it's not us promoting paranormal events, but that everyone is very interested in these things and actively seeks out such reports.

Seeing everyone's interest in this type of news, our confidence greatly increased, which is why we dared to invest a large amount of money in promoting the film in the early stages."

"Is what Link is saying true? Did your newspaper receive benefits from Guess What Films for reporting paranormal events, or were you just following the trend?"

At the Edison Bar, Al Simmons, a reporter for the Los Angeles Times, turned to look at several colleagues.

"Initially, it was indeed public relations, but later many tabloids saw that reporting paranormal events could increase sales, so they also followed suit and reported similar news. During that time, opening the newspaper meant seeing ghost stories everywhere. Such promotional power couldn't be achieved by public relations alone."

Thomas Miller, a reporter for the Tribune, said.

"So, Link is indeed lucky."

Michael Ferguson, a reporter for USA Today, said.

"Even if this wasn't Guess What Films' doing, the other two definitely were. Let's see how this guy denies using the 'Murrieta Murders' to market the film."

On TV, Link continued to the second point.

After admitting that the promotion of paranormal events was Guess What Films' doing, Link denied using the 'Murrieta Murders' to tie-in market 'Paranormal Activity.'

"Boo!"

Hearing his denial, many people in front of the TV booed, not believing that this matter had nothing to do with him.

Even in the recording studio, some audience members shouted in disbelief.

"Haha, Link, people don't believe your statement. How are you going to convince them?"

Billy Crystal laughed.

"This is true, and I will use a year to convince everyone to believe this."

Link confidently said, holding up his index finger.

"Oh?"

"Let me first say why it's true. I completed the first draft of the 'Paranormal Activity' script in March and started filming in April, while the unfortunate case in Murrieta City occurred in May, which means I couldn't have drawn inspiration from that case.

Secondly, more than a month after the release of 'Paranormal Activity,' Ms. Tina Vorstedtton issued a statement claiming that 'Paranormal Activity' was similar to her personal experience.

And we all know that 'Paranormal Activity' does have some similarities to what happened at Tina Vorstedtton's house.

As the person involved, Ms. Tina Vorstedtton may have suddenly recalled what happened that night after watching the movie, substituting herself for the female lead Katie and her husband for the male lead Micah, mistakenly believing that 'Paranormal Activity' was filming what happened at her house.

It is said that Ms. Tina Vorstedtton was in poor mental condition after experiencing those terrible things, and her sense of substitution was even deeper after seeing the movie, which is why she filed a lawsuit in court.

We consulted with psychological experts, who believe that Ms. Vorstedtton's mental state makes such a situation more likely than for ordinary people.

This is also why I decided not to sue Ms. Vorstedtton after being slandered.

Finally, I hope Ms. Vorstedtton recovers her health soon."

Link said.

Clap clap clap!

There was a round of applause from the audience.

Billy Crystal also clapped his hands, "Link, what do you mean by saying you'll use a year to prove it?"

"Billy, don't worry, please listen to my third point first."

Link waved his hand and said, "Not long ago, there was an accident in Fowler County, New York, where a viewer died unexpectedly while watching 'Paranormal Activity.' According to the court's determination, it was a sudden heart attack. I was very surprised to hear this news and saddened by the person's experience.

After the incident, I immediately contacted several theaters and asked them to ensure the safety of the audience, preferring to sell fewer tickets rather than causing another accident due to negligence.

Although I made these arrangements, I also expected that 'Paranormal Activity's' box office performance would definitely be affected by this incident.

Director Quentin Tarantino called me after seeing the news and told me that 'Paranormal Activity's' good luck had run out and that no one would watch the movie anymore."

"Quentin, is this true?"

Lawrence Bender asked in front of the TV.

"Fake. Don't believe a word Link says on TV."

Quentin said, pursing his lips.

On TV, Link continued, "I told Quentin that it didn't matter, as long as such an unfortunate thing didn't happen again, it would be acceptable for the movie's box office to stop growing.

At that time, not only Director Quentin Tarantino thought so, but many media outlets also said in a mocking tone that my good luck had run out, 'Paranormal Activity' was finally going to stop its box office rampage, and other movies could breathe a sigh of relief.

Billy, have you seen this kind of news last week?"

Link stopped his rambling and looked at Billy Crystal, who hadn't spoken for a long time.

"Yes, I've not only heard it, but also said it on the show. I said that this incident was unfortunate for Dr. Holt and his family, and unfortunate for 'Paranormal Activity,' but fortunate for the movies released at the same time. Without 'Paranormal Activity' competing, everyone could successfully earn back some box office."

Billy Crystal shrugged and said, "But I didn't expect that in this situation, 'Paranormal Activity's' box office performance would not fall but rise, achieving a box office reversal in the tenth week, which is indeed very surprising."

"Yes, I originally thought that watching 'Paranormal Activity' would cause heart attacks in viewers, causing others to be afraid to watch it again.

But what was surprising was that movie fans were bolder than expected. Some people deliberately went to see 'Paranormal Activity' when the theater was empty to experience the best viewing experience.

Some people even launched a 'Coward Challenge Game' to see who wouldn't be scared while watching 'Paranormal Activity,' and so on.

With the support of many movie fans, 'Paranormal Activity's' box office performance did not fall but rise.

Not only you were surprised by this, but I and everyone else were also surprised, and the media was also surprised.

Also, because of the movie's box office reversal, many discordant voices began to appear in the media, claiming that this incident was a hype by Guess What Films, using other people's misfortune to make money.

I can't deny it, because the movie's box office increased, I can indeed earn more money."

Link spread his hands, revealing a helpless expression.

"So this thing can't be your hype."

Billy Crystal said.

"That's right, 'Paranormal Activity' currently has a box office of $280 million. I made a movie for $20,000 and got so much box office. What's not to be satisfied with? Moreover, hyping at the end of the movie's release is very uneconomical. The income is lower than the cost, and no one would do such a stupid thing."

Link said with a serious expression.

"Is what Link said true? These recent news about hyping the 'movie killing incident' have nothing to do with him?"

Bob Weinstein of Miramax Films asked.

"Fake. Without a promoter, this matter would not have attracted so much attention."

A producer said.

Bob Weinstein looked at his brother Harvey.

Harvey took a puff of his cigar, exhaling smoke, "Regardless of whether it's true or false, Link made money, and being scolded is what he deserves."

"It is said that this guy earned more than 200 million US dollars with 'Paranormal Activity.' 20,000 turned into 200 million. He is really good at making money."

Bob Weinstein gnashed his teeth in envy.

"No need to envy. Hollywood is the territory of entertainment capital. It's not that easy for a Chinese to swallow 200 million alone. Someone will soon ask him to bleed. If he doesn't want to, hum, don't even think about gaining a foothold in Hollywood."

Harvey stared at the handsome young man on TV and sneered.