(Arthur's POV)
I can't help but feel a surge of satisfaction as I watch the audience being pulled into my film's story. The scene where the human director wakes up to find his favorite unicorn's head in his bed is playing out, and the reaction is everything I'd hoped for.
The director's shriek echoes through the theater. "Ahh!!!" His hands and clothes are covered in blood, adding to the horror of the mont.
I hear whispers from the audience around :
"That's very horrible..."
"I couldn't even imagine my favourite pet's head on my bed bleeding..."
"That is such a lowly thing to do..."
A smile tugs at the corners of my mouth. They're discussing the story, debating the thods of the Corleone family. Whether they approve or not doesn't matter - they're engaged. The plot has captured their attention, just as I'd intended.
***
(Major Pictures CEO??? POV)
Okay, I'll admit it. As a human, I ca here expecting a trashy demon film. What I'm watching instead is not just good - it's remarkable.
Sure, the film isn't over yet, so I can't make a final judgnt. But so far? It's doing a hell of a job keeping - and probably everyone else - entertained.
And let tell you, keeping entertained by a demon film for 30 minutes is a miracle in itself.
Even "Pure Succubus," from that major demon studio, couldn't hold my interest for more than ten minutes, despite its surprising premise.
But this? A film made by an infamous, supposedly trashy demon prince of history? And I'm actually invested in the story? It's nothing short of miraculous.
As I watch the shocking scene with the unicorn head unfold, I find myself genuinely affected. The gasps and murmurs around confirm I'm not alone.
Well, well. Looks like this little excursion to the so-called "trashy" demon film festival wasn't a waste of ti after all.
As the CEO of the major film distributor in Southern Archipelago, I'm starting to see so real potential here. This "Demonfather" might just be worth picking up.
The story unfolds before , and I find myself unexpectedly still engrossed. There's a scene where Connie, daughter of the oh-so-powerful Don Corleone, is being abused by her half-demon, half-human husband, Carlo. It's brutal, uncomfortable, and... surprisingly nuanced.
Connie, bless her demonic heart, keeps it all from her family.
It's a clever bit of storytelling, really. Shows us that the Corleones, for all their supposed power and influence, aren't as untouchable as we were led to believe. Carlo's contempt for the family is palpable. I'm starting to see layers here.
I munch on my popcorn, finding myself more invested with each passing scene. The pacing is spot-on, I'll give them that.
Then cos the assassination attempt on Don Corleone. The old vampire's buying oranges, of all things, when bang! He's down.
The theater erupts in gasps and chatter.
"Is that powerful guy about to die with just that gun that only had basic magic?" soone asks incredulously.
Another voice chis in, "He is old. Looking he is a vampire, he is probably already hundreds of years old - so it's understandable."
Fair points, both. But then soone raises a question that's been nagging at too:
"Isn't the Corleone a rich and powerful family? Why is the Don not wearing magical protection for sothing like that?"
"Well, maybe the Don and the Corleone family is very confident that no one will attack them. That took them by surprise. And besides, with the Don seemingly a powerful old demon, he must have survived that attack," cos the reply.
"Oh... That makes sense..."
Does it, though? I'm not entirely convinced. Why such a sloppy assassination attempt? Why such useless guards? But you know what? I'm too engrossed to care about these nitpicks right now.
Truth be told, even if this film ends up disappointing in its final act, I'm already set on acquiring the distribution rights for Southern Archipelago. It's slightly flawed, sure, but it's also compelling in a way I never expected from a demon production.
Ti slips away unnoticed as I'm completely absorbed in the film, absentmindedly munching on popcorn and sipping my drink.
The scene where Michael visits his unguarded father at the hospital grabs my attention. It quickly escalates into an intense sequence that has my heart racing. Michael's frantic call to Sonny, followed by the hurried transfer of the Don to another room, is riveting.
A dwarf nearby can't contain his excitent. "Oh ho, this scene is getting intense. I bet there's about to be so serious action!"
His outburst is t with a chorus of angry "Shh!"s from the audience. I smirk as he shrinks back in his seat. Serves him right for breaking the tension.
The scene continues to build as Michael stands guard at the door. The sound of approaching footsteps has on the edge of my seat. Is it an assassin coming to finish the job?
But no, it's just Enzo, a civilian demon paying his respects to the Don.
A collective sigh of relief echoes through the theater, but the tension isn't over.
Michael and Enzo stand at the hospital entrance, with Michael instructing, "Hands in your pockets. Act like you have a gun."
Enzo's nervous tension is palpable as they stand there. A car passes by, causing Michael and Enzo to tense up, but it just drives on.
I find myself sighing in relief along with Michael and Enzo.
Just when I think it's over, the police arrive and interact with Michael and Enzo. One officer even slaps Michael across the face.
"Co on, Michael. Fight back!" the elf beside hisses angrily.
I can't bla him; I feel angry on Michael's behalf too. But Michael just stands there, humiliation and anger in his eyes, without retaliating.
I smile slightly. That's right, Michael. Don't fight back. I'm glad he didn't act rashly. It's not the right move for his family.
"Tsk. He should've summoned the biggest fireball ever to put that police officer in flas," the elf grumbles.
I shake my head slightly. Sure, there might be others who agree with the elf, who want to see so flashy demon vengeance. But I bet there are just as many who appreciate Michael's self-control, who understand that sotis, for the good of the family, you have to swallow your pride.
As the scene ends, I find myself more convinced than ever that this film is sothing special. It's not just about demon power fantasies or cheap thrills.
There's real depth here, real understanding of power dynamics and family loyalty.
I make a ntal note to contact my lawyers first thing tomorrow. We need to secure the rights to this film before soone else snaps it up.
As the film progresses, I find myself increasingly impressed by Michael's self-control. It's a refreshing change from the typical demon characters we see in cinema, all fire and brimstone with no restraint.
But I'd be lying if I said I wasn't itching to see so payback. Michael's composure is admirable, sure, but a part of - the part that's been conditioned by years of flashy action flicks - is eager for that mont of sweet revenge. If not from Michael, then maybe from the hot-headed Sonny.
And then it happens. A scene unfolds that can only be described as... well, a masterpiece.
Michael ets with Sollozzo and that sa police officer who had the gall to slap him earlier. The tension is palpable as Michael excuses himself to the bathroom, retrieves a hidden gun, and returns.
What happens next is unlike anything I've ever seen in demon cinema. No flashy spells, no over-the-top action sequences. Just Michael, a gun, and two clean shots to the head as a train roars by, masking the sound.
The theater erupts in cheers. The elf beside is on his feet, fist pumping the air. "Yes! That's it! That's what I'm talking about!"
I'm almost deafened by the reaction, but I can't bla them. This scene... it's sothing else. There's a simplicity to it, a brutal efficiency that sends chills down my spine. It's not about magical prowess or demonic strength. It's about decision, action, consequence.
As the implications of what we've just witnessed sink in, I can feel a wave of stunned appreciation ripple through the audience.
I lean back in my seat, a mix of emotions swirling inside . Excitent at what I've just seen. Anticipation for what's to co. And, if I'm being honest, a touch of fear. Not of the violence on screen, but of the impact this film could have.
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