This is a subsidiary of Universal's subsidiary, specializing in the production and distribution of low-cost films, and is keen on overseas gold mining, such as the distribution of Jet Li's "Fearless".
In addition, works such as "Blood Splattered on Precinct 13", "The Devil", "Shaun of the Dead", and "Danny the Wolf Dog" starring Jet Li, etc. are also works produced or distributed by them.
These movies are about making big bets with small things.
The first category is naturally the works that have achieved excellent box office in theaters. If the box office is not very good, it doesn’t matter. It can be converted into DVDs and sold to TV stations, paid channels in hotels, overseas film producers, etc...
Hollywood's powerful distribution system allows small companies under these major studios to also make money.
Generally speaking, Rogge Films is a small and capable high-quality industry.
Boss Goulden has been extremely busy lately.
During the global financial crisis, Hollywood is aware of its situation. Universal is cutting back on clothing and food. It wants to reduce operating costs and divest non-essential assets. Rogge Pictures has been selected.
There are no more or less buyers, the negotiation is about price.
Global's expected line is US$150 million, but at this critical juncture, not many companies can come up with US$150 million in cash.
"We have a strong film library, with 30 films in production, 25 projects in planning, and a number of profitable distribution channels.
These are packaged and sold for only 150 million, and we are already doing a good deed!"
At this moment, Goulden was talking to a new buyer on the phone.
The other person is not a movie maker. He has some spare money and wants to come in and have some fun. He has seen many of these guys who yearn for Hollywood's lavish lifestyle and glamorous actresses. They are amateurs and nouveau riche. He is very annoying, but he still explains patiently.
:
"Sir, if you want to own a simple production company, the price is definitely not expensive. Even if you want to buy Disney or Paramount, it's no problem, but you have to know that the value of a movie company is not here.
Its value lies in the gleaming signboard, in the film library copies full of time scars amidst the long history, in the wonderful projects and creativity, and in the ability for movie fans across the United States and even the world to appreciate us.
The distribution network of the work…”
Goulden was very eloquent. After talking a lot, he smiled and said, "Okay, of course you can consider it. I'm waiting for your good news!"
He hung up the phone and then spat: "Redneck!"
Anyone with a little knowledge knows that the most valuable things in Hollywood are two things: film library and distribution network.
Needless to say, distribution, the film library demonstrates the company's heritage and IP development. For example, the famous horror film series "Friday the 13th" created the image of the famous murderer Jason.
The first part was in 1980, and the twelfth part was in 2009.
That’s right, twelve films were filmed!
This is an old trick in Hollywood. They keep making sequels, and when the audience finally gets tired of watching them, the company hides them, and then brings them out again every few years to make new versions, which can also play the nostalgia card.
There are also various derivative TV series, animations, peripherals, etc., and one IP can be eaten to death.
After all, Rogge Pictures has several works that have received good responses, and they can be used for IP development, so the value is certainly very high.
After Goulden hung up the phone asking about the price again, the assistant knocked on the door and walked in, saying: "Another buyer has come to the door. Do you want to meet him?"
"How can I have so much time to meet everyone! Who are they?"
"..."
The assistant looked strange and said: "They are from China."
"China?"
Goulden was taken aback, and his first reaction was very surprised: "Are the Chinese so rich?"
…
at the same time.
Dimension's "Scream" owned by Weinstein Pictures, and "Resident Evil" owned by Sony's Screenshots, both received a team from China.
Their reaction was exactly the same as Gulden's, Nani? Are the Chinese so rich?!
…………
"Although Dimensions and Mubao are also looking for money, they are not very willing to sell. The acquisition cost is expected to be more than 200 million US dollars. Rogge's attitude is relatively positive, but they don't seem to think that we have the ability to acquire."
"How much is the quote?"
"$180 million!"
"Ha! Do you think I'm a big injustice?"
Yao Yuan was happy and ordered: "Continue to negotiate, don't give the lowest price yet, listen to my instructions."
"OK!"
After a brief report at the hotel, Yao Yuan took Cheng Wei and an assistant out and drove to another hotel in San Francisco.
Entering the restaurant, a bald man was already waiting there, it was Yuri Milner.
"Yao!"
Milner immediately stood up and opened his arms in a welcoming gesture.
"Good evening, see you again!"
"I've been looking forward to meeting you. You were very successful in hiding it. I almost missed a great opportunity."
Milner had obviously done some research and was extremely enthusiastic about this one of China's leading Internet giants. He said: "My investment company is a start-up and is not ready to enter the Chinese market. I am very lucky to have met you."
"I'm equally lucky. Luck is also part of strength, isn't it?"
"Of course!"
Both of them smiled. One wanted money and the other wanted to give money. They didn't even need foreplay, they just took off their shoes and got on the kang.
Milner was naturally concerned about social games. After chatting for a while, he asked: "We are very clear about each other's intentions. We might as well speak frankly. Does your game company have any financing plans?"
"If you want to develop in the United States, you will definitely need funds, but it is not necessary at this stage. I have many industries. In addition to the game studio, I am currently talking about another project. Is there any interest in cooperation?"
"What project?"
"Acquire a Hollywood movie company!"
Yao Yuan can afford Rogge Pictures himself, but there are ready-made wealthy people here, so why not look for them.
"movie company?"
Milner was not interested when he heard it and said: "We have no plans to enter the entertainment industry. Which company did you choose?"
"Roger Films!"
Yao Yuan briefly introduced the situation, and Milner shook his head: "If it is a large company, I can still consider it, but the United States is very strict about large companies. There is no need for small companies, the potential is limited, and the risks are too high. I need a long-term
Stable project.”
Milner's current funding comes from a Russian mining tycoon.
Some tycoons in Russia have been mobilizing their assets, using both clean and dirty methods. One of the important channels is to invest in overseas industries. This is what Milner does.
So he gave money to Facebook, because relatively speaking, investing in Facebook means long-term stability.
But the movie company doesn't meet the standards.
"No, no, no, the acquisition of Rogge is just part of the plan. It is to have a foothold in the United States and make foreign language films..."
Yao Yuan tried to persuade the other party, then changed his voice and asked: "I have a big project that meets your requirements. Do you think the video website has potential?"