Heads Up Hollywood

The relationship between Tang En and Disney can be described as twists and turns.

In the beginning, it was an absolute hostile relationship.

Later, the conflict was gradually eased, and even became an ally for a time.

The Harvey Weinstein incident this summer was a joint effort between New Universal and Disney.

However, in the final analysis, the two parties are just interests.

Twain is not a shareholder of Disney, and Michael Eisner has no shares in New Universal.

The dark hand competition between each other has never stopped.

This is fundamentally different from the relationship between Tang En and Michael Ovitz.

The Harvey Weinstein thing... went big.

Then, Michael Eisner chose to retreat to protect himself.

It may be because the rise of the new Universal has seriously threatened Disney's major industries, it may be because of the box office failure of "80 Days in the World" this summer, or it may be because Michael Eisner wants to get a profit from Twain .

In short, Michael Eisner and Tang En worked together to kill Harvey Weinstein. But after the incident, Michael Eisner chose to back down and no longer stood on the same front as Tang En.

His reasons are also very good.

Suppressing Harvey Weinstein is mainly to solve the hidden dangers of "Fahrenheit 9/11". On the other hand, it can also save a high termination fee.

As for playing tricks and tricking Hollywood, it was all done by Twain.

That kid is a fighter for justice and a feminist.

Nothing to do with Disney.

It can be said that after this incident, the friendly cooperation between New Universal and Disney, which lasted for more than two years, completely disintegrated.

The main reason is that the commotion this time was too loud.

This is a high spec that hasn't been seen in decades!

Hollywood collectively mobilized to suppress Tang En.

Even if he has three heads and six arms, it will be very difficult for him to pass the test.

Otherwise, with the alliance relationship between Disney and New Universal in the past few years, Michael Eisner would have called Dunn himself to reveal the truth...

It wouldn't be a critical moment. The MPAA official contacted Tang En and only gave him three days to prepare, so he was caught off guard.

So, hearing that Michael Eisner had called, Tang En was still a little surprised.

Tomorrow, the mpaa meeting will start.

Calling at this time, what is he going to do?

I'm afraid it's not a good thing!

Michael Ovitz is also a bigwig in Hollywood and will attend tomorrow's meeting. Inside Hollywood, he is Tang En's true ally.

Tang En didn't shy away from him, and directly turned on the speakerphone, and started talking with Michael Eisner.

Sure enough, after the simple exchange of pleasantries, Michael Eisner released his fangs and sighed: "Twain, Disney's live-action movie...is in big trouble. "Around the World in 80 Days" must at least $120 million loss!"

Tang En said disapprovingly: "You can't say that, isn't the box office performance of "Dumbo" very good? "Kuila" will be released next year, and the project of "A Lantern" has also started. The live-action cartoon The adaptation will become a big trend."

"Even so, it's far from enough. It's impossible for a media empire like Disney to produce only one movie a year... oh no, it's half of it. This kind of adapted movie is a collaboration between Disney and Rose Films." Michael Eisner's tone was very painful.

Tang En said lightly: "It goes without saying, this is an agreement signed in the past."

Michael Eisner said with a smile: "Of course, I have never meant to breach the contract. In the past few years, the cooperation between New Universal and Disney has been very pleasant. Recently I heard that you have encountered some troubles? Why don't you deepen it?" Some cooperation, we're here to tide you over."

Deepen cooperation?

Dunn was not stupid, of course he understood what Michael Eisner meant.

New Universal wants to take out some benefits and share the profits with Disney.

Then, at tomorrow's MPAA meeting, Michael Eisner will stand by Tang En's side, so that he will not be so embarrassed and become the target of public criticism.

Tang En curled his lips and asked lightly: "Oh, I don't know... how do you want to deepen the cooperation?"

Michael Eisner said: "The golden age of comic films has arrived, especially Marvel, which has achieved such brilliant achievements in just a few years. It is really gratifying. In comparison, DC will pale in comparison. This year's "Catwoman"...I just watched 10 minutes and couldn't take it anymore."

"you mean?"

"Marvel's comic book structure is too big, and there are too many heroes. I heard... there are more than 5,000? There are so many comic heroes, and Marvel Pictures alone can't arrange them. They just leave it alone..."

"etc!"

Tang En immediately interrupted him, "You seem to have made a mistake, right? Marvel's superhero movies are not just Marvel Studios. The adaptation rights of the "X-Men" series are all in the hands of Twentieth Century Fox Woolen cloth."

"Yes, that's what I want to say!" Michael Eisner quickly responded, "Marvel's current brand value is so high and its reputation is so great, not only because of the promotion of Marvel Pictures, but also because of 20th Century Fox. Help! Although the "X-Men" series is not as good as "Spider-Man" and "Ghost Rider" at the box office, it is also a rare successful masterpiece! It brings strong peripheral income and derivative income to Marvel. This point, I don't need to say more, you must understand."

This is true.

Marvel is now popular all over the world!

Much fiercer than dc.

In addition to Marvel Pictures, 20th Century Fox's contribution is not small.

With the strong promotion of New Universal and 20th Century Fox, DC Comics is indeed not an opponent relying on Warner Bros. alone.

However, Michael Eisner's words are really suspected of being a bit sophistry.

Without Twentieth Century Fox, would Marvel not be popular?

Don't forget, "X-Men" is just an auxiliary, and it is "Spider-Man" and the "Avengers" series that really make Marvel's movies popular all over the world!

This kind of putting the cart before the horse could not convince Tang En.

Presumably Michael Eisner knew it too.

These words are just an excuse to get off the donkey.

The real reason is tomorrow's mpaa meeting.

"The "X-Men" was given to 20th Century Fox a long time ago. Even if I want to take it back, it's impossible. You don't mean to play the "X-Men" idea?" Tang En asked calmly.

Michael Eisner said with a smile: "Didn't Disney acquire Sillywood Animation Studios? That's when I found out that the first work of Sillywood Animation Studios... turned out to be an adaptation of Marvel's cartoon " Fantastic Four"."

Tang En's heart skipped a beat!

Good guy!

Big appetite!

Back then, Tosca Musk founded Sillywood Animation Studio, because she changed her career from Silicon Valley, Dunn asked her to make a set of cartoons to practice her hands first.

Tosca Musk also lived up to expectations, and produced the first all-CG animation in history, and the effect is very good. Because Tang En wanted to give in to Redstone at that time, this cartoon was handed over to Viacom's Nickelodeon Channel for broadcast.

Unexpectedly, Michael Eisner actually came up with the idea of ​​"Fantastic Four"!

Tang En pretended to be at a loss, ""Fantastic Four"? Is Sillywood Animation going to launch a sequel? Oh, no problem, you can directly discuss cooperation with Marvel."

"No, no, no, it's not a cartoon, it's a live-action movie." Michael Eisner finally opened his mouth wide.

Tang En held back his anger and flatly refused: "This is impossible!"

"Why? Disney took over the "Fantastic Four" series project, so that it can further enhance the brand value of Marvel! Besides, I have never heard that Marvel Studios has a plan to develop this series." Michael Ai Sina said eloquently.

Tang En said: "Marvel's brand value is enough to have Marvel Pictures. In fact, I will take back the copyright of "X-Men" sooner or later! At this time, it is impossible for me to come up with any superheroes. The copyright is handed over to other film companies. If it’s an animation, it’s easy to discuss. If it’s an animation or a live-action movie, it’s absolutely impossible.”

Michael Eisner's tone was a little displeased, "Twain, I think your decision is too hasty. As far as the current situation is concerned, if New Universal and Disney can deepen their cooperation, it will be beneficial to both parties. !"

"Like the cooperation in dealing with Harvey Weinstein?" Tang En sneered a little mockingly.

Michael Eisner was at a loss for words.

Tang En said firmly: "Marvel...it can only be Marvel! The "X-Men" series is a problem left over from history, and this is just a special case! If Disney wants to make a comic-adapted movie, it might as well cooperate with DC. Presumably now At this stage, Warner really hopes to have Disney's help to enhance the brand value of DC..."

Michael Eisner's face darkened.

dc?

What a joke!

The failure of "Catwoman", even within Warner, avoided DC.

Barry Meyer and Alan Horn were on the verge of a gun duel.

Disney will go to hold stinky feet at this time?

Besides, even if he wanted it, would Warner give it?

At this time, he would ask Tang En for the copyright of "Fantastic Four". Isn't it because he saw that Tang En was in crisis and planned to take advantage of it?

In the past few years, Tang En has taken advantage of Disney's crisis, but he has done a lot of ruthless slaughter!

Disney gave up half of the rights to live-action adaptations of Disney’s classic cartoons and handed them over to Rose Films.

Sillywood Animation Studio even sold for a sky-high price of 2.2 billion US dollars!

As long as Tang En keeps taking advantage of Disney, Disney can't bite back?

Why?

Michael Eisner was very reconciled, but he was very confident, and said with a smile: "Don't make a hasty decision, the words just now are still valid. Whenever you figure it out, you can contact me at will."

In his opinion, Tang En will definitely not be able to withstand the criticism scene at the MPAA meeting tomorrow!

At that time, it is necessary to take the initiative to ask Disney for help.

After the call was over, Tang En and Michael Ovitz looked at each other, with a hint of indifference and mockery on their faces.

Thinking about Fantastic Four?

wishful thinking!

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