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Cooperation doesn't mean that you can't have fun without anyone. For Wang Yaocheng, even if he doesn't invest in DreamWorks, he will acquire movie companies or start from scratch to establish his own Marvel Studios.
As long as you have money, you can recruit senior professional talents, establish film distribution channels, and establish a film production framework. Directors, scripts, and behind-the-scenes personnel can all be found in Hollywood. This is not a problem at all.
in turn,
For Spielberg and others, Wang Yaocheng's bulging wallet is what they need. The establishment of a new company requires a large amount of financial investment.
As long as the funds are in place, you can quickly set up the framework, recruit troops, purchase high-tech recording equipment, build a studio, editing room, sound studio, special effects production workshop, and recruit industry leaders to join you. Everything will become much easier.
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after a while
Spielberg and others came back, sat down and said, "We have discussed it and the boss's opinion is correct. We are willing to accept your opinion and establish a film distribution channel from scratch.
From now on, the investment in the new company will reach 550 million US dollars. The opinion of the three of us is to hold 51% of the shares. What do you think?"
Wang Yaocheng said with a smile; "The basis of cooperation is sincerity. I promise that DreamWorks will be the only designated partner of Marvel Animation during the cooperation. I am not pursuing controlling rights, but participation. Mr. Arnold Schwarzenegger can follow
You can buy shares with your own ideas, and I will take over the rest of the shares."
This was said very grandly and won a burst of applause from everyone present.
Arnold Schwarzenegger thought about it and said with a wry smile: "I can't afford more funds, so investing 22 million US dollars and holding 4% of the shares is already my maximum ability."
Indeed, as the highest-paid A-star star in Hollywood, although Arnold Schwarzenegger received a salary of 20 million US dollars for his role in "Terminator 2", after deducting federal and state taxes and agent commissions, it ended up being in his hands.
Only $11.5 million.
He has only received such a high salary once since he started acting, so it is quite difficult to invest more than 20 million US dollars.
"Boss King, Arnold, our partner Mr. Spielberg can't afford that much cash, so he is willing to merge his Amblin Entertainment Company into DreamWorks. When Caribbean Company acquired it, it offered 186 million U.S. dollars. Everyone can see this price.
How about it?"
"Haha, let me emphasize that after an audit by a professional company, Caribbean Company paid a 30% premium when it was acquired. The real value of Amblin Entertainment is US$130 million. Of course, I have no objection if everyone accepts it."
Wang Yaocheng said something like a thief and kicked the ball to someone else.
He himself is wealthy anyway, so if everyone agrees, Wang Yaocheng will naturally have no objection.
Sure enough, there is no need for Wang Yaocheng to come forward for this kind of thing. When his own interests are involved, good friends have to figure it out clearly and will never let Spielberg pay such a premium easily.
Who is so stupid?
After some discussions, Amblin Entertainment was merged into the newly established DreamWorks for US$142 million.
As a result, Spielberg's company undercalculated by 40 million U.S. dollars and had no more money to invest in DreamWorks Pictures. The shares were accordingly reduced, and the remaining part was taken over by Wang Yaocheng.
After negotiation, the equity structure of DreamWorks is:
Chairman Wang Yaocheng, who holds 49% of the shares, needs to invest US$269.5 million.
Mr. Jeffrey Katzenberg, the executive director and president, also serves as the animation production department, holding 10% of the shares and requiring an investment of US$55 million.
Mr. Spielberg, director and director of film production, holds 29% of the shares and needs to invest US$159.5 million. In addition to Amblin Entertainment's merger into the newly established DreamWorks for US$142 million, another US$17.5 million needs to be paid.
Mr. David Geffen, director and director of music production, holds 6% of the shares and needs to invest US$33 million.
Arnold Schwarzenegger, director and chairman of the supervisory board, holds 4% of the shares and needs to invest US$22 million.
Mr. Pan Shiyi, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, holds 1% of the shares and needs to contribute US$05.5 million.
Mr. Zhao Feng, Vice President and Director of Film Distribution, holds 1% of the shares and needs to invest US$05.5 million.
Since then, everyone has been happy.
Caribbean Company under Wang Yaocheng's acquisition of Amblin Entertainment Company never achieved its goal. As a result, it saved the country through a curveball and acquired it, which gave him a good start in his film career and saved 40 million US dollars.
He does not require complete control of DreamWorks Pictures. The purpose of entering Hollywood is to open the door to success for Marvel Animation IP, establish film distribution channels and video tape distribution channels, and control the interests of popular films.
This time they cooperated to establish DreamWorks. After Wang Yaocheng provided the money, he became the boss. Pan Shiyi and Zhao Feng were placed in DreamWorks, so there was no problem in safeguarding their own interests.
From now on, some people will continue to be added to learn the Hollywood film production process, while at the same time, their influence will be deepened into every link. This is the meaning of the title.
The famous director Spielberg, veteran producer Jeffrey Katzenberg and music producer David Geffen have joined to ensure the success of Marvel animated superhero films. This is a win-win result.
DreamWorks can be said to control the entire industry chain of a film, from the selection of directors and producers, to music and post-production, to film distribution, video rental, and product licensing.
In this way, the interests of investors can be protected.
As long as there is a good script and the existing facilities of Amblin Entertainment are used, the film can be put into production immediately, which is much more efficient.
After discussing the intention to cooperate, everyone toasted to celebrate.
At this time
Shay, the boss of New Line Cinema, and Harvey Weinstein, the president of Miramax Pictures, walked over together. When they heard the news, their faces suddenly darkened.
Shay's mentality was broken at this time. Didn't he agree to acquire my company? Why did he change his mind again?
His abacus was very good. He used the acquisition offer from the boss king to pressure Turner, the big boss of Time Warner, to increase the price. In turn, he forced Caribbean Company to increase the price and reaped the benefits for himself.
He was not satisfied with the offer of US$580 million. The ideal offer was more than US$700 million. The so-called lack of confidence in people's minds meant that Shea was too shrewd and treated others as fools, and ended up going off the rails.
He never thought that everything would change in the blink of an eye. How could Shay be happy about this?
Shay's anger was simply uncontrollable; "Boss King, you...fxxk, you dishonest yellow boy, Hollywood is a place with rules, and we will never let you do whatever you want."
"You are saying that I have violated the rules, please explain clearly." Wang Yaocheng did not accept his blackmail at all, and said with a look of disgust; "You rejected the acquisition plan proposed by Goldman Sachs. We have no new offer, and the merger and acquisition negotiations are over.
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"It doesn't matter what you said, New Line Cinema's merger negotiations have not ended. Your behavior today is betrayal, which is absolutely unforgivable."
Seeing Shay yelling with arrogant teeth, Mr. Merck was very unhappy; "Just wake up, Shay, we are not children. American laws were not made for you, and Hollywood will not revolve around you, except for the most influential ones."
There are seven major film companies, more than 50 second-tier film companies, and hundreds of small film companies. It is not up to you to decide whether to acquire them or not. Who can you influence?"
These words were like a bucket of cold water poured on his head, making Shay's face turn pale and his whole body trembling with anger;
"Shameless, simply so shameless. This is a conspiracy, damn Judas-style betrayal, let God curse you all to hell."
As soon as these words came out, Blackstone fund managers Steve Schwarzman and Mr. Spielberg and senior producer Mr. Jeffrey Katzenberg all turned black. These words deeply hurt them.
According to the teachings of the New Testament, Christ and his 12 disciples were all Jews, and Judas was also a Jew. Most of the Jews belonged to the tribe of Judah.
European Christians firmly believe that Judas was a traitor and have historically been ostracized against them. For the Jews, this is a very sensitive trauma that is deeply buried in their hearts.
Shay's unscrupulous insults were tantamount to pointing his nose at his ancestors and insulting the Jews. The dirty words were too sensitive and opened up the bloody scars in their hearts.
"Mr. Xie, please leave, you are not welcome here." Wang Yaocheng spoke righteously, secretly feeling happy in his heart.
Damn, I've offended people a lot now.
You must know that the big boss of Time Warner, Mr. Turner, is also a Jew, and the people behind the scenes in Hollywood are all Jewish. Shea has offended people so badly this time, and he will definitely not have a good life down there.
Sure enough, Miramax President Harvey Weinstein wisely stood aside and resolutely drew a clear line with him.
This lunatic doesn't care about the situation when he speaks, and he's going to be in bad luck soon.
"You are really disgusting, get out of here!" Harvey Weinstein stepped on him hard again.
"Uh... I'm sorry! I said the wrong thing. This was not my intention. I like Judas..." Shay's face turned even paler, realizing that the matter was serious.
It was too late. Steve Schwarzman and Mr. Spielberg walked away sullenly, followed closely by Mr. Jeffrey Katzenberg. Neither of them wanted to hear Shea's explanation. This man made
They are disgusting.
Soon, the concert hall was empty, leaving only Shay's lost figure.
A loud voice came from the banquet hall, announcing the establishment of DreamWorks Pictures. This big news instantly caused a sensation in the banquet hall and received warm applause and cheers from everyone attending the party.
Such a large investment means that DreamWorks Pictures, second only to the seven major Hollywood film companies, will surely occupy an important position in the film industry, and at the same time bring more opportunities and money to the A-list celebrities attending the party.
The bosses of major film companies are undoubtedly at the top of the food chain in Hollywood, and top-tier movie stars also have to look at their faces to act.
From today on, Wang Yaocheng walked to the center of the stage. This gorgeous appearance stunned everyone, and naturally received full applause. Flattery and flattery followed, and he was overwhelmed in the blink of an eye.