Chapter 187: Invite (subscribe!)

The Seine River at night has a unique charm. It is very magnificent under the background of the lights. Duke walked quickly along the river bank. When he came to the riverside, he could overlook a cafe in the Louvre. The cafe is not very big, and has two parts. , Indoor part, outdoor part, outdoor part facing the Seine.
The cafe’s layout is very warm and casual, there are no bright neon lights, no strong music, only very light piano music is played slowly, Duke’s eyes swept over a dozen tables outside, facing directly On the other side of the TV, I saw the familiar figure of Victoria and walked over.
"A latte, thank you."
Speaking to the waiter in extremely jerky French, Dukla opened the chair and sat opposite the girl who had been chuckling, "I'm sorry, I'm late."
"It's okay." Victoria pointed to the watch, "I came early, and there are still ten minutes before the agreed time."
"It is very rude to let a beautiful princess wait."
Picking up the coffee that the waiter brought, Duke raised it to the other side, then took a sip, and said with a smile, "Can you forgive my impoliteness, Your Highness?"
"Of course!" Victoria also took a sip of coffee, pressed a smile, and said in a very serious tone, "I forgive you!"
After speaking, she laughed herself first, and Duke also showed a bright smile in time.
Drinking coffee and chatting between the two of them, they would laugh heartily from time to time. The princess, who is about to turn eighteen years old, has not completely escaped from the category of innocence. Under Duke's intentional guidance, her expression becomes more and more. Relax, seem to regard Duke as a friend with many common topics.
"I also have a brother and sister."
Before she knew it, Princess Victoria even said something about her family situation, "My brother really likes your "Cruise to Death Island" and this "Saving Private Ryan". It's a pity that I am studying in the UK."
"There is always a chance to see it."
Even though he said that, compared to this young princess, Duke had no interest in the royal family at all.
"Duke, look here." Victoria motioned to the TV on the lower side, "I'm introducing your movie."
Turning his head, Duke looked at the TV screen. From the pictures above and the few fragments, it can be seen that this program is indeed introducing "Saving Private Ryan". It seems that there is still some on-site investigation, but it is a pity that he does not understand the fast-spoken French.
"You don't understand French?" Victoria probably saw it. "I'll translate it for you."
"thank you very much."
The two pulled the chairs at the same time and moved closer. In fact, without a Victorian translation, Duke could roughly guess that it was similar to a North American movie recommendation program. Using the method of interviewing fans, the audience's praise and praise will stimulate more audiences' desire to watch the movie.
However, Duke and Princess Victoria got together, one seriously said and the other listened carefully, like the lovers in love everywhere on the Seine.
Especially the words of praise from fans, translated from a princess, even with Duke's mentality. It is inevitable to be a little complacent and airy.
"Nothing to say, my favorite war movie. I watched it so many times, I really like it, every time I watch it is as thrilling as the first time!"
A young French fan is being interviewed in front of the camera lens. Duke can tell from Victoria's translation that he has watched it many times.
There were also many French movie fans' words, which were translated by Princess Victoria.
"In addition to shock, there is only shock. Duke Rosenberg is unique. "Saving Private Ryan" fully displays the documentary and must be praised!"
"Very classic war film. War is not the theme. The director is rendering humanity. In the face of death, everyone is small and treats their lives well..."
"I have always disliked war films. I was dragged by my friends to watch "Saving Private Ryan". It felt like a worthwhile trip. The war in the film is cruel, but with warmth, care and wisdom, what kind of courage does the director need to produce Make such a movie? Why can't Europe make such a beautiful movie? I think that young director has unlimited potential!"
"Although I don’t understand why I want to save Ryan, it doesn’t prevent me from starting to look at Duke Rosenberg differently. He is not just a simple and rude popcorn director. The scenes of "Saving Private Ryan" are well scheduled. It is also quite in place, and the dramatic conflict is also very prominent."
After drinking a cup of coffee, at Duke’s suggestion, the two left the cafe and walked slowly along the river bank, enjoying the gorgeous night view along the river bank and feeling the romantic atmosphere of Paris. A couple of France appeared on the river bank from time to time. Lovers, no one else is kissing in a French romantic style, and occasionally a pair of old men, holding hands, sitting quietly on a wooden bench by the Seine.
Since the Swedish royal princess came to France to study, she naturally tainted a lot of French art cells. As a director with systematic learning experience, Duke's accomplishment in this area is actually not bad.
The two of them strolled along the Seine River, enjoying the water under the lights, talking about the Louvre, sculptures and oil paintings, talking about Notre Dame, Esmeralda and Quasimodo, talking about the Eiffel Tower and Versailles The palace and the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, etc., talked until very late...
Seeing Victoria started to look at the watch, Duke asked tentatively, "Where do you live? Why don't I send you back?"
"Or...no more." Her eyes looked back, and Duke had already noticed that someone had been following the two, it should be an entourage or bodyguard.
Victoria hesitated and asked, "When will you leave Paris?"
"Tomorrow afternoon's plane, I'm going back to Los Angeles." Duke's eyes drifted from her face invisibly, and said in a joking tone, "Does your Highness want to go to the airport to see me? Don't you know I have this honor?"
"Sorry..." Princess Victoria seemed disappointed, "I will be back to Stockholm early tomorrow morning."
"What a shame!" Duke immediately showed a frustrated expression, "Vickie, it's really rare to meet a speculative friend like you."
Perhaps it is because of the long time spent with Tom Hanks, Duke's acting skills are obviously good.
Turning around, the girl looked at the sparkling waves of the Seine. After a few seconds of silence, she said again, "Can you know when you will come to Europe next time?"
She turned her head and stared at Duke earnestly, with a look of inquiry in her shiny blue eyes.
Duke's heart moved, and his reaction was extremely quick, "I plan to take a vacation in July, maybe coming to Europe is a good choice?"
This seemed to be talking to himself, but the voice could be heard by the the opposite side. When Victoria’s eyes blinked quickly, Duke said in a timely manner,
That time period should be summer vacation, Wei Ji?"
Princess Victoria nodded quickly.
"Can I invite you to Ibiza, Spain for a vacation in July?" Duke's words were all sincere, "I wonder if I have this honor?"
"I...need to think about it." Princess Victoria showed a reserved and brilliant smile and temporarily found an excuse, "I also need to ask for the consent of my parents."
"I think they will agree," Duke gently shook the girl's hand that fell beside him. "Really, Vicky?"
"Then it depends on whether your invitation is sincere."
After that, Princess Victoria stopped staying, turned and walked towards her entourage, and at the same time turned her head back and waved to Duke, "Goodbye, this is a pleasant evening."
Seeing the prey disappearing from his eyes, Duke did not feel any frustration. After all, the other party is not a Hollywood actress who is drunk and dreaming. If you want to completely impress her, you can definitely not do it once or twice.
If the princess is really slutty like those female stars, why should he spend time and energy on her.
Duke also had a little expectation for the tentatively decided holiday in July.
The next day, before Victoria boarded the private jet of the Swedish royal family, Duke called the greeting at the right time. Although she did not give a clear answer about the vacation together, her verbal attitude was already inclined.
In the afternoon, Duke took a flight, left Paris where the crew was located, ended his propaganda trip, and returned to Los Angeles to handle some other tasks.
After nearly a year of screening, "Independence Day" was finally released from all regular markets around the world. The film's global box office remained at US$912.13 million, and ultimately did not exceed the US$914.7 million of "Jurassic Park". , Can only be ranked second in the film history box office.
In fact, the North American box office of "Independence Day" completely surpassed that of "Jurassic Park", and the overseas box office is obviously inferior. After all, the former's Great Americanism will still attract some people's disgust, and the overseas box office is not as good as the latter, which is normal. Happening.
Even so, Duke is enough to go down in history. He is the second member to join the 900 million dollar club, and only he and Spielberg have done this in the world. These are enough to become a huge halo.
Warner, Fox, and Disney’s media, while promoting "Saving Private Ryan", are also enthusiastic about the final box office of "Independence Day". This is also an effective means of publicity, especially for those who appreciate Duke's past. Fans who don't like war films in style, driven by this news, bought tickets into theaters, injecting a little boost into the sluggish box office trend of "Saving Private Ryan".
After the fourth weekend of "Saving Private Ryan" in North America, the North American box office officially broke through the 200 million U.S. dollar mark, reaching 217.71 million U.S. dollars.
In terms of overseas box office, the film has continued its popularity in Europe, and has been released in many markets such as the Far East and Latin America. The total overseas box office has exceeded 120 million US dollars!
As a competitor of "Saving Private Ryan" in the same period, "Brave Heart" not only did not perform well at the North American box office, but also encountered a lot of trouble in other aspects. (To be continued...)
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