Heads Up Hollywood

Before "9.11", there were almost no restrictions on the dissemination of information in the United States, and the public could express any point of view, except for unconstitutional speech such as racial discrimination.

After the "9.11 Incident", Congress passed the "Anti-Terrorism Act", which greatly restricted the space for freedom of speech. But, as long as it's not too much, it's fine.

However, for all walks of life, especially the entertainment and communication industry, there are great industry constraints.

Not only official requirements, but also industry self-regulation.

Industry constraints on television and radio are in the hands of the Federal Communications Commission (fcc). FCC restricts their broadcast content by granting licenses to TV stations and radio stations.

It is mainly aimed at public TV stations, restricting them from broadcasting pornographic and obscene images and language during the day and in the first half of the night. All swear words should be beeped out, so as not to poison young people.

For cable television, there are no content restrictions. TV stations can voluntarily classify according to the rating standards, and then target targeted user groups.

The film industry's binding power is mainly in the hands of the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA).

The six members of the Motion Picture Association of America are Warner, Universal, Paramount, Twentieth Century Fox, Disney and Sony Pictures. The monopoly of the right to speak has determined the current structure of the six giants in Hollywood.

Therefore, this membership quota is very important!

According to the regulations of MPAA: if all votes are passed, new members can be admitted; if all votes except the parties pass, old members can be dismissed.

Of course, it is impossible for all members to pass unanimously and become new members without transcendent influence in the industry.

Even DreamWorks, which owns the big three of Steven Spielberg, Jeffrey Katzenberg, and David Geffen, doesn't even have the threshold to enter the MPAA!

The last new member who was unanimously approved by MPAA members and successfully joined was Turner Entertainment in the early 1990s.

The big boss is Ted Turner!

It was President Bush Sr. at the time!

Only by killing both the official and industry lines can Ted Turner be qualified.

However, not long after Turner Entertainment became a new member, it merged with Time Warner.

It is impossible for Turner Entertainment to coexist with Warner Bros., and it will be removed immediately.

Tang En had to attend the MPAA meeting this time and come up with some explanations.

Otherwise, the membership of Universal Pictures may not be guaranteed!

At the beginning of the year, New Universal acquired MGM, resulting in the New Universal Group owning two members, Universal Pictures and MGM.

Then, MPAA held a meeting and removed MGM's membership.

If after half a year, Universal Pictures also loses its membership, something will really happen.

Losing the right to speak, New Universal's film industry will inevitably fall to the bottom.

Not to mention other things, just the rating of the movie can be severely squeezed.

There is no way, two fists are no match for four hands.

Even though Twain was already the richest man in the world and possessed a transcendent social influence, he still had to bow his head in front of the power of the Hollywood collective and go to the appointment.

He knew that this MPAA meeting was equivalent to a criticism meeting.

It may even be a place where interests are divided.

I'm afraid everyone is envious of New Global's interests, waiting to eat a piece of meat and drink two mouthfuls of blood.

Michael Eisner wants the film rights to the Fantastic Four series, and others can't do without it!

The CEO of New Universal, Barry Diller, will accompany Tang En to attend this meeting.

"The last time I came here was 15 years ago." Barry Diller said with some emotion as he watched the mpaa building getting closer and closer in the distance in Tang En's special car.

Tang En smiled, "Is everything right?"

"Things are right and people are wrong?" Barry Diller looked a little mocking, "It's not like, in the past few decades, MPAA has been controlled by the same group of people."

Compared with the ever-changing Silicon Valley, the changes in Hollywood are too small.

The six giants have basically existed for nearly a hundred years.

Tang En narrowed his eyes slightly: "The matter came a little sooner. If it was postponed for another 3 months, we would be safer. I have already heard the tone of the White House. It will be very complicated to deal with it."

The current chairman of MPAA, Jack Valenti, has been in charge for 38 years and can be described as highly respected.

However, mpaa has never been a single industry organization.

There is no Ministry of Culture or Propaganda in the United States, and in many cases, MPAA has to undertake this part of its responsibilities.

Just like the Fed.

How can a simple private enterprise be so simple?

This summer, the Fahrenheit 9/11 affair spiraled out of control.

As a result, the White House was very dissatisfied with Jack Valenti.

It is conceivable that his chairmanship is coming to an end.

Barry Diller shook his head, "Jack and I have known each other for 30 years, and I know him well. Between politics and Hollywood, he is more willing to protect the interests of Hollywood. The loss of control of "Fahrenheit 9/11" is probably because he realized that Harvey Weinstein's industry clout."

"Be cautious, isn't it because you are afraid of taking responsibility and losing your reputation in your later years?"

Tang En showed a bit of mockery.

In the first few years when he took office, Jack Valenti can be described as a drastic reform, withstood strong pressure, and brought a new look to Hollywood. The introduction of the film classification system and the replacement of the "Hayes Code" are his greatest achievements.

However, in recent years, he has been lying on the credit book and waiting to die.

I will never do anything that offends others.

Enjoy your old age in Hollywood all day long.

It has long been corrupted by the spirit.

In recent years, there have been more and more pirated digital movies, which is why the Film Security Bureau under the MPAA has not done its work. Obviously, it does not want to have conflicts with the technology giants.

Like Michael Eisner, he blatantly bombarded Apple for piracy, but Jack Valenti will no longer do it.

Barry Diller smiled, "It's okay to be cautious..."

Tang En also smiled and nodded.

The more cautious you are, the more afraid you will be of greater trouble.

The Harvey Weinstein affair is messed up enough.

Mr. Valenti's current thought must be to calm things down as soon as possible.

...

Tang En has been to MPAA many times.

Mainly when I was filming "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" and "Spider-Man".

He has never been in the meeting room on the 5th floor of the mpaa headquarters building.

big!

The hue is dark red.

There is an old school old Hollywood feel to it.

The people present... are even more bigwigs!

As stated on the list, Redstone, Ted Turner, Howard Stringer, Michael Eisner, Barry Meyer, Tom Rothman and others are all here.

There are also representatives of Jeffrey Katzenberg and Spielberg's two major DreamWorks, as well as Jon Ferremy of Lionsgate Films, and even Bob Weinstein of Dimension Films. up.

He's Harvey Weinstein's brother!

A lot of old school actors were there too.

All men.

All have industry influence.

Tang En saw Michael Douglas at a glance.

In order to beg for mercy from Tang En, this defeated general of the year even obediently gave away his wife.

At this moment, his face was full of red, full of ambition.

It's like winning the lottery.

Jerry Bruckheimer, another defeated opponent of Twain, chatted enthusiastically.

The meeting hasn't started yet.

All the people who arrived early were chatting with gangs, a bit like the atmosphere of an industry party.

However, as soon as Tang En appeared, the lively atmosphere seemed to suddenly cool down.

Countless pairs of eyes were fixed on him.

Some hate, some feel emotional, some sympathize, some are angry, some are curious, some are cynical, some are watching a good show...the list goes on and on.

Tang En looked very free and easy, turning a blind eye to all this, and entered the arena with a smile on his face.

With his hands behind his back, his head held high, he would nod his head and greet his acquaintances when he saw them.

How can there be a sense of urgency to be attacked?

It's like coming to receive an award.

"Arrogance!"

"Ignorant child!"

"See how long you can go crazy!"

"Today, I'll call you back to your original form!"

Seeing this scene, I don't know how many people cursed fiercely in their hearts.

The total market for movies is that big.

The more shares Tang Enzhan seized, the less chances they would have.

Even a good old man with a good reputation on weekdays will inevitably feel jealous after seeing Tang En's rocket-like rise.

Tang En didn't care what they thought, he walked up to Michael Douglas and Jerry Bruckheimer with a smile, "What are you talking about? It's so lively?"

Michael Douglas' face froze, and the panic in his heart still accounted for most of it. He said in a friendly voice, "We're talking about movies."

"Movie?" Tang En twitched his lips, pretending to be surprised, "What? Could it be that "King Arthur" hit a turning point and suddenly sold well at the box office?"

As soon as these words came out, Jerry Bruckheimer almost spit out a mouthful of old blood.

It's really a pot that can't be opened!

The "King Arthur" he supervised suffered a serious box office fiasco, which directly led to the abortion of Redstone's painstakingly planned "Revival of Paramount" for many years.

He is Paramount's sinner!

If he hadn't volunteered this time and was willing to take the initiative to challenge Tang En, there would still be some effect. Lei Shidong might have already waved his hand and wiped him out.

Jerry Bruckheimer held back his anger and said with red eyes: "Tang En, don't be too complacent! Don't even think about today's test!"

Tang En sneered: "Does this have anything to do with you? Are you qualified? It's ridiculous!"

With a sarcasm, he turned and left.

"you!"

Jerry Bruckheimer flushed suddenly.

Michael Douglas hurriedly comforted him, and said in a low voice: "Don't worry, this year's test... Even if he has the means to reach the sky, he will not be able to pass!"

A sinister look flashed across Jerry Bruckheimer's eyes, and he said coldly, "I hope he can keep his back straight when he leaves!"

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