I’m in Hollywood

Eric sat up slightly and said, Mr. Eisner, please speak.

Michael Eisner, who was about to speak, had a slight hesitation. During the conversation between the two just now, not only did Eric have a very good sense of him, but also Michael Eisner had a good impression of Eric. He didn't feel like he was with a young man. Conversation is like a chat among peers.

Thinking of Eric's amazing achievements in such a short period of time, Michael Eisner doubted that he accepted Columbia's conditions. It might not be a good idea to partner with Eric. This young man is only eighteen years old, and his future is limitless. If he and Eric become enemies because of this incident, the chances of cooperation between the two parties in the future will definitely be slim.

As a high-ranking man, Michael Eisner is without a doubt a decisive man. Thinking of Blunt Cohen's offer, Michael Eisner made up his mind again.

The success of Home Alone is completely an anomaly. Whether the young man in front of him can achieve such a dazzling success is not to be said, even if he is still outstanding in the future, Michael Eisner feels that in the face of sufficient interests, the two sides are still very likely. For cooperation, many opponents who were once mortal enemies can make peace again, not to mention that the main one who pits Eric is Colombia?

Eric, Disney is very interested in the overseas distribution rights of Home Alone. Disney's main focus is on movies for teenagers. We have an advantage over other film companies in the distribution of such movies. If Home Alone is distributed By handing it over to Disney for distribution, I believe that overseas will be able to achieve better results than North America.”

Eric asked calmly, Mr. Eisner, may I know Disney's offer?

12% of the overseas box office share, what do you think?

Eric's expression changed slightly, and he asked: Don't Disney want to buy it out?

Michael Eisner shook his head and smiled: Eric, you'd rather sign a gambling agreement with Columbia than accept a buyout. So I won't waste time on this.

Eric nodded: If that's the case, the price is very reasonable. Colombia only gave me 8% of the overseas share.

So, Disney is very sincere, and I hope we can cooperate in the future. Michael Eisner continued with a smile: Then, Eric, if you agree, I want to sign the licensing agreement as soon as possible. Overseas release is not as easy as in North America. After signing the agreement, it will take at least a week for the films to appear in foreign theaters one after another. With the current popularity of Home Alone, if it is released one day later, the total box office may lose several million dollars.

Eric, who was listening quietly to Michael Eisner's lobbying, quickly analyzed a series of clues in his mind, and a clear smile suddenly appeared on the corner of his mouth. He gradually understood Columbia's tricks, although it was not very clever, but, But it is very effective, and you may fall into the trap if you are not careful.

After thinking about this, Eric finally relaxed, picked up the coffee cup in front of him, rubbed the delicate ceramics lightly, raised his head and asked Michael Eisner, Mr. Eisner, if I agree, we will When are you signing the contract?

Although Michael Eisner noticed that Eric's expression was a little different, he was still overjoyed when he heard his words, and said, Of course, the sooner the better, I will let someone draft the agreement as soon as possible, and the contract can be signed this afternoon.

Putting down the coffee cup, Eric stared at Michael Eisner and said, So,

Mr. Eisner, do you see things like this.

Huh? Michael Eisner was a little puzzled.

Eric said: Colombia was not reconciled to the gambling agreement, so it found you and offered some conditions that you could not refuse. Maybe because of interests, maybe because you and Mr. Blunt Cohen are good friends, so you agreed Because I don't know when you will be able to convince me. Just to be on the safe side, Columbia compresses the screen to 1,500 in the second week, at the cost of an extra 100 screens for the next release.

When Michael Eisner listened to Eric's words, he was stunned at first, then showed a wry smile, still underestimating the young man in front of him.

Satisfied with Michael Eisner's response, Eric continued: Columbia is paying such a price to delay Home Alone's $50 million deadline to buy you more lobbying time. Because of our gambling agreement, if the final box office is less than 50 million US dollars, all copyrights of Home Alone belong to Colombia, and now the box office has not reached 50 million US dollars, all other copyrights of Home Alone still belong to the gambling content. If I If I rashly signed a licensing agreement with Disney, then I am the first to breach the contract, and Colombia can rightfully tear up the gambling agreement on the grounds that I violated the content of the gambling contract. Are you right?

If the whole thing had nothing to do with him, with Michael Eisner's character, he would definitely applaud when he heard Eric's wonderful analysis. Now, Michael Eisner can only show a slightly embarrassed smile.

Eric stood up: I don't think we need to continue talking, Mr. Eisner.

Michael Eisner also got up and said: It's really unnecessary, Eric, but I still have to say that it was a pleasure chatting with you before, and I hope we can have the opportunity to cooperate in the future.

Maybe. Eric nodded. Since the other party didn't cheat him, Eric would not turn his face with a movie giant: Mr. Eisner, can you tell me what conditions Columbia offered you?

Michael Eisner shook his head: Eric, this is a trade secret.

Eric was noncommittal and said, Then, Mr. Eisner, can the driver take me back?

Of course no problem, Michael Eisner waved to the assistant not far away and instructed a few words.

Eric just walked out of the Hilton Hotel, and more than a dozen reporters who were waiting outside quickly gathered around. They had learned through various channels that Eric had just met with Disney President Michael Eisner, so they were looking forward to interviewing him. The meeting between the two.

Seeing the reporter rush over, Hilton's security guard quickly protected Eric. Michael Eisner's driver was about to protect Eric to the parking lot, but Eric stopped.

The reporters were separated by security. They thought Eric would leave silently again in disappointment. Unexpectedly, Eric stopped, and the reporters quickly raised their cameras and recorders.

Eric, what did you talk about with Mr. Michael Eisner?

Is it related to Home Alone?

Eric, your two current films are aimed at teenage audiences, which are in line with Disney's business objectives. Are you going to join Disney?

Eric...

...

Eric didn't answer the reporters' questions. He pressed his hands to signal everyone to be quiet, and then said, Everyone, will you listen to me?

Since Eric Ken took the initiative to speak, the reporters quickly quieted down.

Mr. Eisner invited me to dinner just now. We did talk about some things. As for the specific content, it is inconvenient to disclose to everyone here. But we had a good chat, and there may be the possibility of cooperation in the future.

Seeing that the reporters didn't get what they wanted, they became restless again, and Eric quickly said: Don't worry, in fact, I want everyone to help me make a statement.

The reporters were a little puzzled, but a few smart reporters keenly sensed that Eric's next words would be big news, so they hurriedly cheered up and raised the recorder in their hands further forward.

First of all, I'm grateful to Columbia Pictures for helping release my movie Home Alone. But...

Eric's face became serious: I want to say that because of the gambling agreement I signed before, the expected share of my income will be much higher than Columbia, but that's what I should get, and I have a clear conscience. Moreover, if the agreement is implemented seriously, Colombia will still receive nearly 50 million US dollars in North American box office share, which accounts for half of Colombia's annual box office profit enough to be envied by many people. Therefore, I solemnly warn some people , please put away your greed, stop using some inferior means to try to tear up the gambling agreement, and continue to release Home Alone in strict accordance with the content of the agreement. If Colombia violates the gambling agreement again, I don't mind going to court with you丨See you. Although I am still weak in your eyes, I believe we are equal before federal law. If you think the success of Home Alone and Back to Seventeen is not enough to prove anything, then , we'll see you in the next movie, and that's all I have to say, so you can do it yourself.

Just as Eric finished speaking, the surrounding reporters were roaring.

Eric, can you be more specific?

Eric, you already have plans for your next movie, can you talk about the subject matter?

Eric, is your meeting with Mr. Michael Eisner related to Columbia's attempt to tear up the agreement?

Eric...

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After Eric finished speaking, amid the noise, escorted by the security guard silently, he went directly to the parking lot and got into the car.