"You want to make a movie?" Eddie, seated at the desk in the studio, said in surprise. "Sorry, I'm not saying it can't be done. I just didn't expect you to have such ambition. Even Mutants suffering discrimination are only making short videos and things like that. A movie requires far more investment."
"Of course I know that." Strange nodded. "Mutants make short videos because that suits them better. Taking a down-to-earth approach makes it easier for ordinary people to empathize with them. But that doesn't work for magic. Magic is better suited to a more upscale route."
"On one hand, mages hardly undergo any changes in appearance. If anything, most mages have quite a good aura about them, and each has their own advantages in terms of image. They aren't like many Mutants with physical flaws, who are suited to playing up their misery. On the contrary, a mysterious air is more likely to pique people's interest."
"On the other hand, the most expensive parts of modern films are the sets and special effects, and we can handle those easily. No matter what kind of effects you want, we can conjure them up. That greatly eases the financial pressure and gives us more creative freedom. It's perfect for a film series. What do you think?"
"I think it sounds pretty good." Eddie nodded. "But I can only give you some advice. I can't guide the actual filmmaking."
"Why not?"
"First, I studied journalism and taught myself photography, but I don't know enough about professional camerawork. I have filmed documentaries and variety shows, but those are completely different from movies. Especially since you want to make a fantasy film—it requires a very high level of visual skill. I'm afraid I can't fully handle it."
"Besides, I'm a superhero myself... uh,