Reborn Tech Maniac

Chapter 267 The Hidden Ultimate Move After Cutting Hu

Seeing that Spielberg did not object, Tang Huan continued: "As for the method of remuneration, whether it is fixed or divided into calculations, the choice is free."

It is no exaggeration to say that Tang Huan's corporal courtesy is close to the extreme.

This is something that can’t be helped. Spielberg has the capital to go back to Sid Schinberg and Universal for help. If he wants to poach people, he can’t be small.

Moreover, blue-chip stocks like Spielberg naturally have to be held for a long time, and it is impossible to just do a one-shot deal.

"In addition, you have the right to make decisions about the peripheral production of movies and video game adaptations. You must abide by the principle that the highest price wins, but the company under my name should be given priority. For example, video game adaptations should have been handed over to EA, but if someone is willing If EA pays 3000 million U.S. dollars and EA has no intention of following up, EA will lose the right to adapt video games. This is just an example, and the specific rules will be stipulated in detail later." Tang Huan looked at Spielberg with a smile, "What else do you have? If you need anything, just say it directly.”

Spielberg has been listening carefully, and he already understands that Tang Huan is trying to win him over.

Although he saw this, Spielberg could not refuse this plan, which seemed to be all good for him. He was even embarrassed to say "I will go back and think about it" as a buffer.

Seeing Spielberg nod his head in agreement, Tang Huan smiled gratifiedly. It was really not easy for him to successfully complete the first step of his revenge.

You know, Spielberg has been in Hollywood for many years, and he has already understood the rules and become a veteran in the industry, especially when there are successful examples like George Lucas around him for reference.

During the filming of "Star Wars", George Lucas gave up the salary he could get in exchange for directing and owning the film.

This decision netted him billions of dollars in royalties directly from all the game, toy and collectible franchises.

In the original time and space, Forbes Online once estimated that the revenue generated by the "Star Wars" franchise during George Lucas's lifetime was close to 200 billion US dollars.

So far, two "Star Wars" movies have been released, and facts have proven that George Lucas's business method of controlling movie ownership is extremely successful.

Therefore, Tang Huan spent a lot of thought on not only releasing the bait to win over Spielberg, but also achieving a balance of benefit distribution.

Now that a consensus has been reached, Tang Huan still has to sit in person and supervise its implementation to avoid long nights and nightmares, and Sid Sheinberg and Universal discover the signs.

In order to speed up the progress, Tang Huan specially gave up his Learjet 8, a small business jet that can take 35 people, for the purpose of picking up Spielberg.

As a result, a film company called Amblin Entertainment was quickly established. Its name comes from the short film "Amblin" shot by Spielberg in 1968, and its location is near the United Artists headquarters.

In addition, Spielberg brought in two partners, Kathleen Kennedy-Kathleen Kennedy and Frank Wilton Marshall-Frank Marshall.

The former was appreciated by Spielberg when Spielberg was filming the movie "1979" in 1941 and served as Spielberg's secretary.

The latter worked with Spielberg during the filming of "Raiders of the Lost Ark."

According to the historical development, these two will become a famous husband and wife team in Hollywood, especially Catherine Kennedy, who is one of the few gold medal producers.

Although Tang Huan valued Spielberg, he couldn't keep his eyes on Amblin Entertainment, so he launched his own agent and asked Lin Qingxia to serve as the director.

In Tang Huan's view, Lin Qingxia's so-called reading now may not be able to learn any real materials. It is better to learn from practice. Didn't he invest 1000 million U.S. dollars in the production of "ET"? With this convenience, let him hang up a false job, just watch but not talk, and have a good experience.

The establishment of Amblin Entertainment and the establishment of the "ET" project announced that Tang Huan had succeeded in intercepting Hu, the revenge action had come to an end for the time being, and the hidden killer move was ready.

If the other party dares to swallow that bait, then it will destroy itself according to the historical trajectory. Otherwise, EA will take it and make money honestly.

As a technology tycoon in Silicon Valley, Tang Huan naturally wanted to lead the members of Amblin Entertainment to visit his base camp.

"Although Industrial Light and Magic is unique in the field of film special effects, my personal computer may also be able to help." Tang Huan proudly introduced the graphics, image, sound and other multimedia processing technologies that are still in the incubation stage. It made Spielberg and others curious, and at the same time opened their eyes.

"I got advertising sponsorship for this movie, EA, Fangyuan Computer, Zheru, and Shisi Candy, etc." After the visit, Tang Huan handed Spielberg a form, " You decide which ones are available."

Spielberg took a closer look, and at the same time he understood that Tang Huan wanted to hitch a ride to advertise in a subtle way. Fortunately, these products are still very reliable in sci-fi movies.

"I really like this script, so I spent time thinking about it. What should this alien look like? Finally, I drew it." Tang Huan took a painting with a smile and unfolded it for everyone to see.

When Katherine Kennedy and Lin Qingxia saw such an "ugly" alien, they both showed disapproval on their faces. Lin Qingxia even said bluntly, "It's so ugly."

"No way, I used the faces of Carl Sandburg, Albert Einstein, and Ernest Hemingway for the facial design of aliens." Tang Huan made a haha ​​awkwardly. There is indeed a time gap in aesthetics.

"This is such an ugly thing that only its mother will love it." Spielberg muttered to himself as he read the annotations on the painting, and couldn't help being dazed thoughtfully.

At this time, the subordinates reported to Tang Huan that a manager of MGM requested a meeting, and claimed to represent the owner Kirk Kerkorian to discuss business.

"Even if he has business, he shouldn't have come to me directly, he should have contacted Lianmei." Tang Huan muttered puzzledly, then waved his hand, "Invite someone over here."

It has been several years since MGM's publishing work has been entrusted to United Artists. The two companies have close business contacts, but so far, they have not communicated at the boss level.

Seeing Spielberg staring at the painting, Tang Huan joked, "My painting skills are pretty good."

"Don, you are a veritable man of many talents." Spielberg gave a serious compliment, then pointed to the painting and said, "Seeing the alien you drew, I was suddenly touched. Would you like to give me this painting to study?"

"Of course there is no problem." Tang Huan laughed, thinking that of course you will be touched. The reason why I drew the appearance of ET is to save you the time and money wasted in choosing the ET model.

Everyone was discussing the painting, and the MGM guy was brought in.

"Can you arrange a separate place to talk?" The other party looked at Spielberg and others with a look of hesitation on his face.

Tang Huanxin said, how can I do that? I just want to use this form to convey trust and respect to Spielberg.

"If you have something to say, just say it clearly, here are all our own people." Tang Huan waved his hand grandly.

"Then... well." The other party nodded helplessly, "My boss, Mr. Kirk Kerkorian, believes that MGM and United Artists have long-term cooperation, complement each other's strengths, and they have a tacit understanding. It is better to merge the two into one." Alright, is Mr. Tang willing to buy MGM?"

Originally, in the office, Spielberg was admiring paintings, and Lin Qingxia was explaining in a low voice to Kathleen Kennedy and Frank Marshall the various cultural relics and ornaments collected by Tang Huan. The atmosphere was relaxed and harmonious, but at this moment it suddenly became solemn and serious. When I got up, it seemed so quiet that I could even hear a needle drop on the ground.

Hearing what the other party said, Tang Huan couldn't help frowning. Even if the fire at the MGM Grand Hotel last year caused heavy losses, it wouldn't make Kirk Kerkorian unable to survive and sell MGM.

You know, in the original time and space in 1981, MGM bought United Artists from Pan Am for $3.5 million. posture.

But after thinking about it, he couldn't tell.

According to media reports, Kirkkorian has now completely separated MGM Hotels and MGM Films into two independent parts.

The significance of doing so is self-evident, so as not to drag each other down.

Before the fire broke out, Kirk Kerkorian naturally didn't care too much about the loss of money from MGM's toy, but isn't the hotel and casino business suffering a serious setback now?

If he hadn't bought United Artists, MGM would have taken United Artists under his account, which is equivalent to picking up the previously abandoned distribution business and adding the cash cow of "007".

But now that there is no United Artists to make up for its shortcomings, MGM Films seems to be unable to find a way to break through the decadent situation, and Kirk Kerkorian also lost patience, so he came up with the idea of ​​simply selling.

After a quick analysis in his mind, Tang Huan slowly asked, "May I know how much Mr. Kirk Kerkorian priced for MGM?"

"About US$10 billion." The other party observed Tang Huan's expression and answered cautiously.

Tang Huan nodded secretly, thinking it wasn't too dark.

In 1986 in the original time and space, Kirk Kerkorian sold MGM and United Artists to Turner Broadcasting System for US$15 billion - Ted Turner, the owner of Turner Broadcasting Company - Ted Turner.

The latter founded the world's first TV news channel, Cable News Network, in 1980, CNN. Needless to say, he has a business vision, and he is interested in MGM's huge movie library.

But after the transaction was completed, Ted Turner, a clever man, immediately sold United Artists back to Kirk Kerkorian for US$4.8 million.

So from that perspective, it seems like MGM is worth the price.

But Tang Huan was not moved. United Artists was being digested and integrated smoothly. He did not want to be dragged down by the bottomless pit of MGM, and he did not have the spare money. The funds obtained from EA financing were not only used to deal with possible In addition to industry risks, it is also planned to invest in new areas.

"Sorry, I don't have the financial resources to buy MGM, so I can only live up to Mr. Kirk Kerkorian's kindness." Tang Huan shrugged.

Tang Huan refused so cleanly that the other party couldn't help being a little stunned, "Now the media say that you are the richest man in the United States. Isn't it a trivial matter to buy MGM with casual financing? At that time, you will be the only The bosses of two Hollywood Big Eight companies."

Hearing the other party's obvious persuasion, Tang Huan laughed noncommittally.

It is estimated that the myth of wealth deliberately created and whitewashed by Wall Street has made most Americans take it for granted that they can really do everything they want, and they can buy whatever they want.

And maybe some people will come to the conclusion that he can't get rid of the common problems of being young and frivolous, and being overjoyed. As long as he grasps this point, he can succeed in sucking blood.

The other party saw that Tang Huan was there and seemed to have no intention of making an acquisition, so he couldn't help being anxious, "One billion US dollars is only a preliminary price, and there is still room for negotiation, and the transaction method can also be flexibly combined, such as cash and stocks, both are acceptable. of."

"No matter what the media says about my wealth, I know in my heart that I really don't have the strength to buy MGM. Please convey my thanks to Mr. Kirk Kerkorian for me." Tang Huan didn't accept the call and said politely Send the other party out of the door personally, and apologize repeatedly.

When Tang Huan returned to the office, Spielberg and others, who watched a gossip up close, stood up and said goodbye.

"No matter what difficult difficulties the "ET" project encounters, you can contact me directly." Tang Huan made an unmistakable endorsement in front of Spielberg, "If there are other good ideas for new scripts, You can also contact United Artists, I believe everyone will be satisfied.”

Spielberg, Katherine Kennedy, and Frank Marshall nodded in agreement, and the three were genuinely happy. They felt that they had really met the best benefactor who was generous and considerate.

When the car of the three people disappeared from sight, Tang Huan smiled confidently, and everything was under control.

"I used to live a very simple life between school and home. I could occasionally participate in charity activities organized by the Shennong Foundation to enrich my life. But now you have dragged me into the water in a daze and taken over the responsibility of my freshman year. It's about the stall. Now, everything is as you wish." Lin Qingxia rolled her eyes at the man beside her.

"I'm also helping you plan for the future. If you can't break the performance bottleneck for a while, just re-examine the industry from the perspective of film production." Tang Huan answered lightly.

This time, taking advantage of the opportunity of arranging Lin Qingxia to Amblin Entertainment, he naturally had more excuses to date the other party, which can be said to serve multiple purposes.

Of course, this has gradually formed a clear situation. The women beside Tang Huan have all been exposed to fields other than their own work, and the benefits brought by this can only be said to be self-evident.

Lin Qingxia was still not used to behaving intimately with Tang Huan in public, so she quickly walked away a few steps to keep a distance, "You should be busy, I'll go back and get ready, working with Hollywood people is a lot of pressure. "

"Relax, don't forget, your man is the real boss." After Tang Huan comforted and encouraged him, he asked someone to drive Lin Qingxia back to San Francisco.

……

Not long after Tang Huan sat down in his office, the Florida lawyer handling the treasure reported the news that Vice President Bush would visit the museum the next day.

In other words, this will be a very obvious signal to resolve the treasure dispute, and Tang Huan must show up.

The proceeds from the treasure this time were distributed to Florida [-]% more than the previous two times, so the other party firmly stood on Tang Huan's side both in terms of law and in action, otherwise the fleet would not have started salvaging so recklessly. acted.

At present, all kinds of treasures are displayed in the museum for a limited range of visits, and many of them are members of various levels, even members of the Senate and House of Representatives.

Under the condition that the federal government can take [-]% of the proceeds, American politicians have gradually reached a tacit understanding that this huge wealth should be kept in the country. As for Spain, which is still actively gaining international recognition and paying for the mistakes of World War II If you feel it, you can only haha.

Don't forget, this is the era of the Cold War, and the strong are respected. Boss, I need this money to save the world. Otherwise, how can I resist the danger from the east for you.

Tang Huan naturally hoped that this matter would be resolved quickly, and with this precedent, he would be on his side in terms of legal principles when encountering similar situations in the future.

So after getting the news, Tang Huan prepared to leave for Florida without saying a word.

At this time, Chambers came over with a wry smile on his face.

It turned out that Zheru had been relatively smooth in the process of selling his system to Wal-Mart, but he was stuck on the price of the entire project. Sam Walton——Sam Walton is famous for his budget, this old man Trying his best to lower the fee, Chambers is at his wit's end. He hoped that Tang Huan, the ultimate boss, would come forward and PK with the other party.

In fact, although IBM has been harassing the second-generation Fangyuan computer with patent lawsuits, the second-generation Fangyuan computer has long been silent, and has achieved a monthly shipment of 8000 units in the US market.

(End of this chapter)