Heads Up Hollywood

Of course Avi Arad and Ike Patem understood Tang En's intentions, but they couldn't stop them.

The reason why they were able to win Marvel in the hands of many Wall Street tycoons back then was because they found another way, broke into Marvel, completed a management buyout, and blocked Wall Street's wolves and tigers.

Now, Dunn has obviously gained more trust from the management, no... it's all trust!

They are the core team of Marvel, and even if Avi Arad and Ike Patham completely control Marvel, their position cannot be shaken.

Unless the two of them want to flip the table, break up with each other, and completely destroy Marvel.

But losing everything is not in their interest.

Tang En looked at the worried faces of Avi Arad and Ike Patem, and the corners of his mouth curled up slightly. After planning for a year and a half, he was finally able to close the net.

"George, take out the file and show it to everyone."

George Paxton immediately stood up, took out a thick stack of photocopies from his briefcase, and distributed them one by one around the round table.

"In November last year, Tang En appointed me to go to Germany to start negotiations with Constantine Films, intending to acquire the copyright of "Fantastic Four" in their hands."

George Paxton said as he walked, his tone naturally revealed a bit of arrogance, "After negotiations throughout the winter, Dunn Films finally reached a consensus with Constantine Films to acquire " Fantastic Four."

After seeing this copy, including the two shareholders and all management of Marvel, they all showed surprised expressions.

The difference is that after the surprise, the management team showed excitement!

After the two shareholders were surprised, they panicked more.

Nuclear bomb, definitely the ultimate nuclear bomb!

Tang En Pictures acquired the "Fantastic Four", which had been out for nearly two decades. This is such exciting news for Marvel.

New boss, new journey!

Avi Arad and Ike Patem looked at each other, their faces were solemn, and they were speechless.

Twain has already shown with his actions that his determination to Marvel is unquestionable, even for the copyright of superheroes, he can spare a lot of money!

How about Avi Arad and Ike Patem in comparison?

Under the pressure of debt, in order to maintain the survival of Marvel, Avi Arad recently even proposed to sell humanoids to Lionsgate, sell Spider-Man, Ghost Rider, and Wonderman to Sony Pictures, and sell Green Giant, Neptune Namor sold to Universal Pictures.

Fortunately, Ike Patham disagreed, and because Dunn Walker was outside, the management did not want to sell the copyright, so they gave up.

In comparison, Tang En's behavior was too noble!

This is definitely true love!

Constantine bought the copyright of "Fantastic Four" for a mere $100,000!

Without a word, Tang En Pictures paid 5 million US dollars to take back the copyright. This sincerity alone is enough to move all Marvel employees.

The general trend is set!

...

On March 1, 20th Century Fox transferred a large sum of money to Tang En Pictures.

Including the remaining box office share of US$44 million, paid PPV share of US$9.5 million, North American TV income of US$15.6 million, overseas TV income of US$4.8 million, a total of US$73.9 million!

Counting the previous advance of 50 million U.S. dollars, Tang En Pictures has earned nearly 134 million U.S. dollars from the movie "My Big Fat Greek Wedding".

Excluding nearly 2 million US dollars at the end of the year, "Wedding Crashers" invested 18 million US dollars, related investment taxes and fees were 2 million US dollars, the copyright of "Fantastic Four" was 5 million US dollars, and the staff capital was 1.3 million US dollars. "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" Dividends to trade unions and staff amounted to US$8.2 million, repayment of Tang En's debts of US$10 million, plus various miscellaneous expenses, and Tang En Pictures had a total balance of US$76 million.

Of course, this does not include the corporate income tax which is as high as 43.84%. Corporate tax is different from personal tax and can be postponed for various reasons.

In terms of Marvel, the two shareholders have agreed to sell all the shares in their hands, but they are asking for a sky-high price of 100 million US dollars!

For such a small company with 35 million debts and many internal crises, this is undoubtedly a sky-high price. But Tang En was in a good mood, at least the other party had finally made his final choice.

As for the price negotiation, it is handed over to CAA to operate.

Tang En is very busy, he has to take care of the post-production of "Star Wars" and "Wedding Crashers".

At the same time, he has to find a way to obtain funds.

Negotiations with Marvel are coming to an end soon, and the price wrangling won't take too long.

However, Tang En Pictures' remaining funds were only 76 million U.S. dollars. Tang En had nearly 15 million U.S. dollars in his hands, which was the director's salary for Star Wars, and he would soon have to pay more than 7 million yuan in personal taxes in mid-April.

Counting the "Spiderman" movie project that will be launched immediately after the acquisition, the funds are tight!

"Wedding Crashers" is hopeless, and the return of funds is too slow.

"My Big Fat Greek Wedding" will soon be released on DVD and videotape, and there will be no income in half a year.

15% of global box office for "Star Wars: Episode I: The Phantom Menace"? It will take at least half a year to enter the account.

"Is it really only possible to sell stocks?"

Tang En's heart was bleeding.

...

The day of the Oscars is getting closer and closer.

Tang En finally saw the power of the awards season.

Since "Saving Private Ryan" won 11 Oscar nominations, the North American weekly box office is 4.9 million, 4.7 million, 3.1 million, 2.2 million, 1.6 million, 1.3 million...

Like the madness of movie fans, the reviews in North America are almost one-sided, and everyone believes that "Saving Private Ryan" will definitely win the best film of the year!

All major media, newspapers, magazines, and TV can always see the pursuit and love of "Saving Private Ryan" by experts and film critics.

Tang En suddenly understood a little bit. If he was an Oscar judge, he would definitely not vote for "Saving Private Ryan".

Too much!

The unanimous voice in the United States is a bit like kidnapping Oscar.

Especially after last year's "Titanic", after the Oscar compromised once, the Academy and the jury will definitely clean up the atmosphere, and we must not let outside reviews influence the judges' votes.

This kind of atmosphere is very wrong!

Regarding Oscar's long-term authority, sacrificing a "Saving Private Ryan" is not too much.

...

On March 21, the 71st Academy Awards ceremony was held at the Dorothy Chandler Hall.

Tang En did not receive any nominations, but "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" won two nominations for Best Screenplay and Best Actress. As a producer and director, Tang En deservedly attended the ceremony.

Because 20th Century Fox didn't have a major event, Bill McNick was not present, but the second in command, Tom Rothman, came to the scene in person. After seeing Twain, he enthusiastically went up to shake hands.

"Twain, if it weren't for "My Big Fat Greek Wedding", Twentieth Century Fox probably wouldn't even get a single nomination!" Tom Rothman looked grateful, and he couldn't see any past rift between the two.

Tang En couldn't figure out the other party's reaction, but he was used to socializing on the scene, "Mr. Rothman, you are too polite, if you didn't think highly of me, I don't know when "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" will be released. "

Tom Rothman laughed, "I heard your new movie is about to be finished?"

"Yes, the director has finished the first cut."

"What is your name?"

"Wedding Crashers."

"Well, it's a good subject!" Tom Rothman said with a smile, as if approving, "I'm sure I'll get it to be released by 20th Century Fox, right?"

Tang En smiled and said, "Of course, as long as you agree."

"Twain Films and Fox Films are old partners, and I'm sure there's no problem here!" Tom Rothman's eyes were deep, and if there was any deep meaning, "I will pay attention to it personally, your movies will never disappoint. "

"Then thank you."

Tang En's skinny smile didn't make any sense.

When Tom Rothman left, Nicole Kidman came over and whispered, "Aren't you on good terms?"

"It's just a scene."

Tang En looked very indifferent.

Nicole looked at the back of Tom Rothman leaving, and frowned slightly, "It doesn't feel like he just said it casually."

Tang En smiled coldly, "An old fox, whether it's deep or shallow, I'm too lazy to talk to you!"