The main cast and crew of Iron Man walked the red carpet: director Jon Favreau, lead Robert Downey Jr., Kate Beckinsale, Don Cheadle, Scarlett Johansson, and others.
Even Marvel executives based in New York, like Avi Arad and Stan Lee, were present.
However, the man who attracted the most attention on the red carpet was Gilbert. He and Naomi Watts walked quickly down the carpet, briefly interacting with fans before giving interviews.
"Since acquiring Marvel Comics in 1998, I established Marvel Studios. I've been discussing with Marvel executives the idea of building a vast Marvel Universe.
Iron Man is the starting point of this universe. We wanted to create a superhero unlike any other: a playboy, a genius, a billionaire, sharp-tongued, with many flaws.
But I assure you, he is still a traditional superhero, fighting evil and promoting justice."
Although he wasn't the director, Gilbert didn't take up the time that belonged to the main creators. After a short interview, he went to speak with sponsors and take photos.
The film had many sponsors. Dior sponsored all the suits, including Kate Beckinsale's professional outfit, which was custom-made.
Tony Stark's Audi, his watch, shoes, as well as the phones and computers used in the film, were all sponsored by Apple.
The sponsorship fees alone amounted to $30 million, and the sponsors promised bonuses if the film reached certain box office targets.
Most major film premieres have similar arrangements in terms of events, with minor differences in details.
Since there was still time before the screening, after attending to the sponsors, Gilbert went with Naomi Watts to the VIP lounge to rest.
Watching Kate Beckinsale and Scarlett Johansson competing for attention, Naomi Watts said, "A few days ago I went to a party and ran into Megan Fox."
"Really?" Gilbert raised an eyebrow. "What happened?"
"Nothing major. She talked to me about your films and said she's a fan, that she really likes your work."
Naomi Watts added, "I think that's standard nonsense. Any actor wanting to work with you will say they're a fan."
Gilbert laughed. "I bet hearing that Andrew Garfield got the lead in Edge Runner got her interested too, right?"
"Possibly," Naomi Watts speculated. "But she may also have seen what happened to Andrew Garfield. Seeing him succeed and break away, she might want to emulate that."
"Isn't she David Ellison's girlfriend?"
Naomi Watts rolled her eyes. "You have five wives and countless little flings like Ivanka!
Gilbert muttered, "Countless? Where's countless?"
"What?"
"Nothing. Keep going."
Naomi Watts continued, "Megan Ellison fears that one day David Ellison will tire of her and treat her like a toy to be discarded."
Gilbert agreed. "True, if it's some seventy-year-old man, you still have to pretend to be happy. And if another pervert comes along, someone into twisted games, what then?"
"Maybe she likes it herself?"
Mainstream philosophy is generally divided into three schools: innate goodness, innate evil, and Gilbert's preferred view—neutrality of nature.
This perspective holds that people are not born with a defined character; their life is shaped by education and environment.
In Hollywood, a world of constant indulgence, prolonged exposure inevitably has an influence. For example, at an open party, someone new might initially be overwhelmed and feel out of place.
But after attending several times, seeing everyone else participate, you gradually join in comfortably.
Leonardo DiCaprio was like this. At first, he was brought along by others, but eventually he became immersed, even wanting to drag Gilbert into it.
Thus, DiCaprio became the least welcomed guest at the Melon Estate. Whenever he arrived, the women rarely showed him much warmth.
Of course, considering that DiCaprio once shielded Gilbert during the Madonna public confession incident, he was still received warmly whenever he visited the Melon Estate.
This illustrates that most people change with their environment, while only a few can remain true to themselves.
If Naomi Watts' prediction holds, Megan Fox's future was, in all likelihood, predictable.
But to be honest, Gilbert was not a savior. He could not rescue all the wayward young men and women, and ultimately, the choice was theirs.
Whether to quietly work hard and carve out their own path, or to shortcut success by climbing into the beds of certain powerful figures, it all depends on personal choice.
If Andrew Garfield had not actively sought help that night, Gilbert would certainly not have intervened, even though Garfield was a good person.
After a brief rest in the VIP lounge, it was time for the screening to begin.
At that moment, Ivanka arrived with someone and introduced, "This is Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and Space Exploration Technologies."
"Hello, Mr. Musk." Gilbert shook hands with Elon Musk, later nicknamed the real-life Iron Man.
Musk seemed a bit nervous, perhaps because it was his first time meeting Gilbert.
Previously, Ivanka had been the main point of contact with Tesla, and Gilbert had only concerned himself with the investment. Once he learned the investment succeeded, he didn't follow up, only reminding Ivanka to continue adding investments.
Clearly, Musk had matters to discuss with Gilbert. Gilbert said to Naomi Watts and Ivanka, "You two go ahead!"
After the two women left, Gilbert and Musk chatted in the VIP lounge, mainly discussing Tesla's development.
However, Musk's real interest was clearly not Tesla, but Space Exploration Technologies.
"I'm curious, Director Gilbert, what are your thoughts on colonizing Mars?" Musk asked eagerly.
Gilbert replied, "Elon, you know I'm a director, a creator. My strength lies in imagining. In fact, I've explored ideas about the future before."
"Like The Matrix?" Musk laughed.
"Exactly," Gilbert continued. "In my view, humanity has reached the pinnacle on Earth. Earth is our mother, but she is now overburdened.
Humanity's future should lie in space. Space is our new hope."
Musk brightened at this. "Yes, that's exactly my thinking, which is why I founded Space Exploration Technologies.
I hope one day to achieve colonization of Mars and even other planets, though many call me crazy."
"People always harbor biases against geniuses," Gilbert said, scribbling an address for Musk. "Come visit the Edge Runner set sometime. We can talk in detail."
Musk was thrilled. "Absolutely, I can come anytime."
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