Ace Hollywood

Disney has had heated discussions about whether to join the battle to acquire Marvel, and Robert is a supporter. ◎

He almost impassionedly stated on the board of directors that it is impossible for Disney to continue to rely on the existing style of movies. Cartoons, G-rated movies, and Disney must have new growth points. They don't always have Pirates of the Caribbean. Kind of lucky. He elaborated on his optimism for superhero movies.

In fact, Robert's vision was quite precise. He analyzed that with the advancement and development of technology, superhero movies will be able to restore the visual stimulation of the comic world to a greater extent-the difference between the so-called five cents special effects and 50 million US dollars special effects is technical in the final analysis. However, Lucas' Industrial Light \u0026 Magic, Daniel and others' Weta Digital have established their own reputation in the industry, and the fierce competition from special effects companies has also prompted them to continuously invest in technology research and development, which itself is the result of rapid technological progress fundamental motivation. In fact, James Cameron's own special effects company is currently in a state of floating losses. Whether it's sharing the same cake, or just a small macaron, neither company cares. In addition, Weta Digital is backed by DD Films, and even co-produced films such as Pirates of the Caribbean and Night at the Museum were won by it. As a super figure in the industry, George Lucas has a deep network, and he has more advantages in the projects of the six major studios.

The brutal competition of special effects companies is a good thing for studios like Disney. Firstly, with competition, prices will be controlled. Secondly, technological innovation will accelerate, which will help realize more movie ideas.

It has to be said that Robert's assertion is very convincing.

especially. His reorganization of Miramax and the purchase of Pixar are still very successful operations, which guarantees his personal credibility.

The representative of the Disney family on the board of directors, Roy, is considered to support Robert's faction, but his attitude on this matter is unpredictable.

There were not many tendentious expressions on Roy's face.

Bob, I don't have any doubts about the rationality of acquiring Marvel, Roy always called Robert Iger Bob. This reflects their relatively close relationship, I just have some doubts about whether we are going to compete with DD Films, or Daniel Sandler. They have been preparing for a long time, and you also know that Marvel and DD have been negotiating— -since dd films wanted to get some hero adaptation rights. So, we have absolutely no idea how far they have gone. We all know that Plutos is now the most cash-rich company in the US, but no one knows What they want to do, now it seems that the acquisition of Marvel is obviously one of the things they will do. Under these premises. I am not sure, we spent a lot of time, energy and cost to start negotiations with Marvel. Does it make sense?

If Marvel means enough to Disney. Then of course it all makes sense.

Another director said, and then looked at Robert Iger.

This is a director who doesn't get along well with him, and he obviously wants Robert to promise something, such as how much more box office for Disney. Or revenue or something. If it cannot be done in the future, this is a reason to attack. Too many people are coveting Disney's position.

Robert had to be more cautious. He did not respond directly to the director.

I think that based on the current analysis,

At least enough to get us started negotiating with Marvel.

The board of directors did not make a decision right away. This is the disadvantage of large and established companies. Once the authority is exceeded, problems are likely to occur on the board of directors. What they care most about is the company's stock price. If it falls, their net worth It will shrink and rise, and they will make money. So for every important decision, board members are naturally cautious.

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It may be too late to say the previous sentence, but the latter is still procrastinating.

Robert and John Lasseter, the Pixar duo, enjoyed a quiet afternoon of zero cocktails at their mansion, but the conversation wasn't so upbeat.

Robert is complaining about Disney's board, which is ineffective, indecisive, and contradictory.

It's unavoidable, isn't it? Lasseter said indifferently, But Daniel is really non-stop. MGM and DD Animation are only getting a firm foothold, and they are about to acquire Marvel. Valuation At least more than 3 billion, right?

Maybe not that high. The Incredible Hulk has dealt a considerable blow to Marvel. If I were Daniel, this is of course a good opportunity for expansion. He doesn't have to worry. There is a Plutos behind him. The acquisition of Marvel is just a It's just a small move, and the income from reducing mb holdings is completely enough to pay for it.

Lasseter's voice suddenly rose, full of inquiry, How much share do you think Daniel has in Plutos Investment Company? Now Forbes is hesitating how to calculate his wealth, if the entire Plutos Toth belongs to him, and he can almost enter the top ten of the world's richest list.

This is impossible!

That's true, but the people behind him really trust him. I read the financial news, and they are analyzing Plutos' actions recently, and there are not a few people who laugh at them for being cowardly.

Whether it is Robert or Lasseter, most of their wealth is placed in the stock market, and of course they are very concerned about the financial sector.

... After hesitating for a while, Robert sighed, If I had been working with Daniel from the beginning until now, I would trust him, at least until he encountered a failure. Therefore, those people have no reason not to believe him ,Is not it?

The subject became too dull for the two of them, and Lasseter returned to the previous question.

Will Disney make a move?

It should still be possible, don't underestimate the greed of the pigs on the board of directors. However, I think the possibility of success is really small-think about it, Disney and DD Pictures will be at a disadvantage in competition, God, this Only a few years? I can't believe it's real.

The established forces in Hollywood are now more and more aware of the competitiveness of DD Films. Sometimes, when they face DD Films, they even feel powerless.

At this time, everyone's mood will be bad.

It's like a child that you watch being born, and your head is dizzy with a hammer! (To be continued.)

ps: I'm going home today. . .