The prototype of the character Tony Stark comes from Howard Hughes, the protagonist of the "Flyer". Simply put, this is a rich and powerful character who acts boldly, unrestrained, and romantic. After reading Howard's biography, people often think that this is a fictional novel, but he is real. Many times, reality is much more exciting than novels.

In his last life, Robert Downey Jr. played Iron Man, played by many movie fans, won the love of many movie fans. Robert's temperament is very special. He is not a typical handsome guy. He is not particularly outstanding due to his height and temperament. However, he has the comic and retro look of a comedy star in the silent film era. This is also an important reason why he was chosen to play "Chaplin". He may not be an excellent acting actor, but he is very good at using his own characteristics to give unique vitality to the role.

It can be said that Robert is a type actor. His performance routine is relatively single. He can almost say that he plays the same role. However, if he finds accurate positioning, his performance routine will shine in a specific role - Iron Man is one of them, and Guy Ritchie's version of Sherlock Holmes is also one of them. This is why after "Iron Man" succeeded in 2008, it can be said that Robert basically only played these two roles, and his limitations are far greater than Johnny Depp.

Robert gave the character Iron Man a kind of approachable and funny attributes and a sense of fragility that no one can be perfect, especially a serious humorous feeling, which made the character lively. It can be said that Robert's version of "Iron Man" later became the foundation for the style of the entire Marvel work.

So what if Tom Cruise plays Iron Man?

Putting aside "killing with a knife", Tom's screen images are mostly based on justice, vitality and toughness, but Tom is more malleable. His breakthrough in character image can be seen in works such as "Night Visit Vampire" and "Magnolia Flower". Although Tom showed his passionate traits in the "Mission: Impossible" series, Tom is not suitable to play the kind of merciless playboy. His appearance is not convincing and his performance cannot reach such a high level.

However, Tom can give Iron Man more evil/charming/temperament, the dangerous aura of wandering on the edge of morality, especially the courage and courage to dance on the boundary between justice and evil, which will undoubtedly become a major highlight. Tony Stark is a weapon manufacturer on the one hand, and his company itself is closely related to war; on the other hand, he is a superhero trying to save the world from water and fire, so in him, the aura of decisiveness can be seen. For the sake of most people's future, this kind of righteousness and evil temperament will undoubtedly make this character more three-dimensional and deeper.

If Tom plays Iron Man, his humorous temperament will undoubtedly be reduced, but the depth of the story will be more meaningful.

This is the first time that Lance has really begun to consider the work "Iron Man". But "Iron Man" is not that simple, because it is the first cornerstone of the formal construction of the Marvel Universe. The style of the work will have a profound impact on the subsequent situation and will also become an important beginning for Marvel to establish herself in Hollywood. Choosing Robert or Tom means a change in style. At the same time, Lance must also think about other options - what if his script concept is far from his previous life?

However, Lance's question was finally answered. Why did Robert be so proactive yesterday and even break into the studio directly? He obviously heard about Tom's intentions. Compared with Tom, Robert now has almost no advantage, not to mention that he has to consider Tom's personal relationship with Lance. If Robert wants to get the "Iron Man" project, he must take the initiative.

Thoughts circled around in his mind, and Lance smiled, "The rumors in the circle are indeed not quiet." This time he sighed, but the meaning is different. This time he was obviously complaining, and the wind leaked too quickly. Tom couldn't help laughing, "But I mean it," Lance continued, "I haven't made a decision yet. I have two projects waiting to be selected. I shouldn't be in a hurry to make a decision before the end of the summer vacation." What's more, Theo and Ian have not been idle recently. They are actively preparing for the next negotiations, so everything is done step by step and can't be too rushed.

"Universal Pictures?" Tom actually heard the wind. Looking at the corner of Lance's pursed lips, Tom chuckled, "Every move about you is coming, now there is a steady stream of news." However, Universal Pictures' news has been closed a lot. At present, only know that they have contacted Lance, but there is no clue in the specific project.

"So you came to me today for the sake of 'Iron Man'?" Lance avoided the Universal Pictures issue, which involved the plans of the entire Marvel Universe. Lance would not easily leak the news.

Tom nodded and admitted, "If you can work with you again, it would be better. I can't wait, of course, I'm willing to wait till the end of summer."

This time, Lance did not answer immediately, but thought about it carefully. To be honest, Lance needed to make a choice between "Iron Man" and "Invincible Hulk", but it did not mean giving up another work. If nothing unexpected happens, Lance plans to direct one of them and the other one will serve as the producer. He will still check the quality of the film and ensure that the entire Marvel Universe can be connected.

So, if Tom wants to play "Iron Man", Lance can still give some advice.

"About this project, I only have a little frame-based conception. I hope to create the style of the whole work more relaxed and lively, or even more funny. This means that the character Tony Stark will also be slightly changed, becoming more...slicker, or more humorous." Lance simply expressed his thoughts. Seeing that Tom seemed to have something to say, Lance raised his right hand to stop him, and then said, "During the performance, since this is not a comedy performance, it is more relied on lines to complete, so it is not a problem. But during the publicity process, I hope that the actors can put down their airs, be more humorous, more intimate, and even occasionally be stupid."

Lance does not refer to the role of Iron Man, but to the promotional strategy of the entire Marvel Universe. In the subsequent works of the Marvel Universe, every actor participated in this way. In cooperation with media promotion, he did not hesitate to be self-destructive, funny or funny. Through the image creation of real life, people can automatically connect actors with the brand of Marvel movies, and even confuse the boundaries between characters and actors. When seeing the role on the big screen, you will naturally think of the actors’ spoofs during publicity. The sense of humor achieves equality between virtual and reality, and truly evolve the character image into a part of the actor’s image.

The box office of Marvel movies is becoming more and more stable, but the development path of actors is becoming narrower. In fact, this is why. Except for Mark Ruffalo and Scarlett Johnson, other actors are like this: there are many works outside of Marvel, but few are left with traces.

Tom's role as Iron Man is not a problem in itself. It mainly depends on Lance's script setting, and then decides to choose Tom or Robert; but during the publicity process, Tom's idol baggage will undoubtedly become a shackle. Even if Lance has no idea about the "Iron Man" script, this problem can be foreseen in advance.

Tom pondered for a while, "So, you mean, I hope to extend the character image into real life, and I hope I can be more open, humorous, and even sometimes embarrassing."

Lance shrugged. During the promotional period of "Borrowing a Knife to Kill People", Tom was a little excited during the interview, so Wade began to control himself anxiously. Therefore, it was definitely not that easy to break the image constraints of THOM for twenty years. As for the unusual performance of "Borrowing a Knife to Kill People" - it is one thing on the big screen, and another in real life.

"I think you should go back and discuss with the team." Lance did not intend to advise Tom. "If you plan to be the producer of Iron Man, you can also refer to my opinions. However, don't worry, the post-production of "Rampage Road" will take two weeks to complete. After that, I will start to frame the script. As for when to start writing, I don't know at the moment."

Tom's eyes flashed slightly. He probably understood what Lance meant, and the lines had been confirmed. If nothing unexpected happens, "Iron Man" has been tied to Lance, but if Tom plans to go to this style, he really needs to discuss it with the team. "The post-production is completed so quickly?" Tom followed Lance and changed the topic. "When will the fourth wave of viral video be uploaded? I watched the effect on the spot today, and I can't wait to see the reaction of others."

"I'm not sure, it should be the first week of April." Lance's words also relaxed. The promotion effect of the previous three waves of virus videos far exceeded expectations, so Chaos Pictures is not in a hurry. The official promotion will be fully launched in April. After the fourth wave of virus videos is released, the trailer will be released accordingly, and the mystery will be unveiled layer by layer.

"Will the trailer be released this time?" Tom asked curiously. After receiving a positive answer from Lance, he laughed. "Now everyone's appetite is suffocated. If the trailer is not released, everyone will probably be suffocated to death. But even if there is no trailer, I can assert that this will be a wonderful movie."
Chapter completed!