Rebirth of the Tech Madman

According to Hawkins' idea, he plans to observe United American's attitude towards the club first, and then go to Pan Am to test the tone.

As a result, after waiting for a long time at Lianmei, Hawkins met a person in charge, and during this period, he found that the entire office atmosphere of Lianmei was a bit old-fashioned and lacking in vitality. Compared with his own ea, it was simply It's one underground and one heaven.

Although United Artists president Andy Albert could be seen in a bad mood just by looking at his face, when he met Hawkins, he still maintained his demeanor and apologized for the rudeness of keeping the guests waiting for a long time.

Ea's Xiaobawang game console, I bought it at home, all kinds of games are really fun. Albert showed an inquiring look on his face, However, what is the relationship between games and movies? Mr. Hawkins came here in person I'm here, maybe I want to talk about business.

In fact, the relationship between games and movies is not as far away as it seems. The success of either party can be adapted by the other party and provided to customers in different forms. Hawkins answered seriously, and then the conversation began Zhuan, I came to visit this time, mainly to ask for some experience in film investment.

Hawkins' humility and politeness, of course, may also be the word investment, which made Albert's enthusiasm significantly increased, and after chatting for a while, he turned to inquire about EA's strength.

Nowadays, the scale of investment in movies is getting bigger and bigger, but sometimes the benefits may not be as expected, and the risks involved can be imagined. Is EA very rich in terms of capital operation?

As early as last year, the shipment of Xiaobawang game consoles in the United States exceeded 500,000 units. The sales also exceeded 100 million US dollars. The performance of other regions around the world has not been included. Hawkins smiled lightly. The profit margin of high-tech products, hehe, is quite impressive. Now ea is a hen that lays golden eggs in the eyes of investors. Within a few days, I can easily raise tens of millions of dollars.

Albert secretly took a breath of air, and said, Then EA does have the strength to diversify its operations, while secretly playing small things in his heart.

Since being acquired by Pan American, a financial group in San Francisco, United Artists has been doing well. From time to time, excellent works come out, and while reaping considerable box office, they can also win Oscars.

However, the owner of Fanmei has always wanted to replace the brand of Luenmei with its own group name, Panmei, namely Fanmei.

As a result, fierce conflicts broke out between the two parties, which eventually led to the departure of many key personnel including the president of United Artists in 1978. Orion Films was also established.

According to the historical development,

Also very competitive. Launched many popular and blockbuster films, such as the classic horror film The Silence of the Lambs, which won Jodie Foster two Oscars and won Best Actor, Best Director, and Best Film at the same time. The film and the best adapted screenplay can be described as fame and fortune.

This shows how stupidly Pan Am has self-destructed its roots, but it also reflects how deep Hollywood's waters are.

However, it was precisely because of this that Albert got the chance to be promoted and climbed to the position of president.

In 1979, United Artists, which had undergone a major change in management, performed well, and four films were successful, so everyone came to a big production with great ambitions - Heaven's Gate with a budget of 11.5 million US dollars.

However, as the budget continued to increase, Albert became more and more disturbed.

Not all companies are as lucky as Universal. After investing 30 million US dollars in Jaws 2 in 1978, they can still achieve good returns, but there are more precedents of failure.

Just before Hawkins' visit, Albert had just read the report on the filming process of Heaven's Gate. The figure of more than 40 million US dollars made him feel a big stone in his heart, and it would be strange if he looked good.

If Heaven's Gate fails, Albert's position will definitely not be guaranteed, and the situation in the previous life is the same.

Albert has only been the president for a year, how could he be willing to fall into desperation so soon? In his opinion, EA who took the initiative to come to him may be a life-saving straw. important.

It was precisely based on this kind of psychology that Albert's enthusiasm increased by another octave, but he didn't know that it aroused the vigilance of the young but mature Hawkins.

Does EA want to adapt the game into a movie, or has it already seen a good script? United Artists has always done a good job in investing in movies, and the same is true for distribution. MGM's distribution is our agency. Albert said nicely Promoted United Artists.

It seems that you don't get along well with United Artists and the headquarters of the group, so you haven't considered changing employers? Hawkins didn't answer Albert's question directly, but instead tried it out without any concealment.

Oh, it's really rich and powerful, and the plans are not small. Albert, who muttered in his heart, looked at the young man in front of him again.

If Albert, who had just taken office a year ago, would have rejected it directly and firmly after hearing this, but now, with the previous group of elites who left as examples, there is no need for him to be a loyal minister and filial son. Keeping your position as president is the most important thing.

Everyone wants to be happy, but it depends on the mood of the owner. Albert pretended to smile wryly, and talked to Hawkins for a while.

Although United Artists is the smallest of the eight major Hollywood companies, its value is also very considerable. Even if Pan Am is willing to let go, does EA really have the strength to take over?

After all, Albert was still skeptical about EA's strength. After all, United Artists, founded in 1919, was an old company, and EA's history didn't seem to be as long as his time as president.

Just like I don't understand Hollywood, you don't understand Silicon Valley. The ability to create wealth there can be described as a myth. Hawkins smiled confidently, Do you know who my boss is?

I haven't had time to ask for advice yet. Who is it? Albert asked cooperatively.

The 500 million-dollar underwater treasure that has been talked about in the United States recently was discovered by my boss Tang Huan. But he didn't care much about the money. It was directly invested in a foundation organization for public welfare. And Tang Huan It is itself a representative of the Silicon Valley myth, and in less than a year, the sales of the company under its name reached hundreds of millions of dollars.

Speaking of this, Hawkins imitated Tang Huan's tone and asked Albert, How much is Lianmei worth now? Can't you get it with 400 million?

Albert rolled his eyes at the words of the little Silicon Valley tycoon. Judging from Pan Am's disappointing attitude towards United Artists, it is very likely that he will be won by this price. Even if there is a discrepancy, the difference is tens of millions of dollars.

Although he admitted this fact in his heart, Albert felt very ashamed, so he retorted: Your Silicon Valley and our Hollywood are both highly professional fields. Even if EA can buy United Artists, as a layman, It may not be managed well, and MGM is a ready example.

Hawkins laughed old-fashionedly, That's true. But you are in charge of United Artists, professional things. Let professional people do it well.

Hearing this, Albert felt relieved. Now the position of president is a little dangerous, but if he changes his employer, and the professional things are done by professional people, obviously he is still the boss of this three-acre land. How to choose? Needless to say.

It seems that you have thought it over carefully before coming here. However, this matter is important and troublesome, and we both need to learn more and increase trust. Albert made a gesture with a smile on his face, The time for dinner is coming soon. , I am hosting a private dinner for Mr Hawkins.

The next two brothers can imagine their closeness. One brags about EA's ability to absorb money and has unlimited prospects, and the other subtly expresses his power demands. As for the recent situation of United Artists, they are also open and honest.

After listening to Hawkins' report, Tang Huan smiled, Then let Albert continue to be the president of United Artists. Anyway, we need time to adapt to the rules of Hollywood, and I'm even mentally prepared for continued losses in the next few years. gone.

At this moment, Madonna came over, Tang Huan played with the bulge on the other's chest, and continued to say: From the current situation, in order to avoid alarming the enemy, you don't need to go to Pan Am to test it out. , It is enough to keep in touch with the United States. Especially this Albert, he should be closer. It would be better if he can do something to make Pan Am lose confidence in the United States. But this is not necessary, I I believe that after Heaven's Gate is released, it will definitely make Pan Am vomit blood, and then put it on the market after learning from the pain.

Hawkins agreed. Although he didn't understand why Tang Huan was so pessimistic about the unfinished Heaven's Gate, he also admitted that United Artists is currently walking a tightrope with all their eggs in one basket.

At present, Albert and I are sincere in our friendship. When I find some time, I will invite him to visit the company headquarters in Cupertino to see our strength. The win-win effect will definitely be better. Hawkins suggested road.

Your idea is really good, let's do it like this. Tang Huan greatly appreciated Hawkins' intelligence.

Seeing that Tang Huan hung up the phone, Madonna pressed the man's hand and asked, Tang, don't you want to buy Hollywood's United Artists?

Shh, it's still in secret operation. If the news is leaked, it will be your responsibility as a witch. Tang Huan put a little force on his fingers, and the cherry deformed accordingly.

Oh, I don't dare. Madonna called out charmingly, Do you have a date tonight?

The offer is also about you. Tang Huan smiled brightly.

Tang Huan has an apartment in Cupertino, taking advantage of the rare opportunity to fool around, he brought Madonna there, but when he was having a high night, he was interrupted by a sudden phone call.

Tang Huan estimated that no one would be so ignorant at this time, basically the Asian side, especially his secretary who played a little prank from time to time. (To be continued..)

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