That night, Peter Parker arrived on the set of a film. It was on top of one of the local theaters. The theater had to be closed temporarily so that production could take place. This was not just any film. It was a film that his girlfriend, Mary Jane Watson, was starring in. A couple of months earlier, she got her theatrical career back. More recently, she was offered a role in a movie. Peter walked over to her. She was wearing a beautiful dress.
"Hey Pete," she said.
"Wow. You look beautiful."
"Thanks. Can you believe it? I'm actually gonna be in a movie!"
"What's this movie called again?"
"It's called Mysterio. It is about a misunderstood man who disguises himself, falls in love with an actress, and creates illusions that terrify people."
"Part of that sounds familiar. I assume that you are the actress that he falls in love with."
"Yeah. But don't worry. I've talked to the guy who's making this movie. We're not gonna kiss. He is going to create the illusion that we are kissing. You have to meet him!"
Mary Jane brought Peter to the director of the film.
"Who is this?" the director asked.
"Quentin Beck, this is my boyfriend Peter Parker."
"Nice to meet you," Quentin said.
"Quentin Beck... Didn't you make some movies about zombies?" Peter asked.
"Yes. Mystery of the Dead. I also made a mystery movie called Mysterious Murder. I'm done with B-movies. This film is going to change my career. Pretty soon, everyone will know the name Quentin Beck. I mean, I know that you know my name but few people have heard of my other movies. I want to increase my fan base. I have done mostly everything in my other movies, but this movie will be a step up. I am the writer, the director, the actor playing Mysterio, and in charge of special effects. Let me show you something."
"Okay."
Beck led Peter and Mary Jane to a chest. He opened it and took out helmet that looked similar to a crystal ball.
"It's made out of pexiglass," Beck said. "It can also project 3D images. I believe that 3D can be the future of film-making. This ought to make me a lot of money. We are just about to film a scene if you wanna watch."
"Sure."
Beck put on a green suit, a red cape, and the helmet. Lights lit up. He looked at one of the technicians, who was in charge of electrical equipment.
"Is everything ready, Max?"
"Ready."
"Okay. Handle that stuff with care. That's advanced equipment. Action, everyone!"
Mary Jane looked around and looked surprised when she saw Beck as Mysterio.
"Did I scare you?"
"A little. I mean, I was surprised. What you are wearing looks most unusual."
"Would you believe me if I told you that I can do magic tricks?"
"I don't know."
A 3D image of Mary Jane was projected from the helmet.
"How did you do that?"
"Magic."
The sound of thunder emitted from the sky.
"Is it gonna rain today?" Max asked.
"It's okay if it does," Beck said. "Keep rolling, everyone!"
"What does a magician's face look like?" Mary Jane asked.
"Pucker your lips and I will show you."
Mary Jane puckered her lips. A 3D image of Beck without the costume was projected in front of Mary Jane, looking like it was kissing her.
"Amazing," Mary Jane said.
A moment later, lightning struck the electric equipment that surrounded Max. He let out a scream.
"Max!" Beck yelled.
Peter walked over to Max, who was lying down with his eyes closed. He checked for a pulse.
"He's still alive. But he's unconscious. Someone should take him to the hospital."
"Crap," Beck said. "Okay, everyone. Let's cancel today's scene and postpone it. We should wait for Max to recover."
"Oh my God," Mary Jane said. "I hope he'll be fine."