Heads Up Hollywood

Barry Diller snapped: "Whoever has the loudest voice doesn't make the company strong!"

Tang En was at the side, seeing that Michael Eisner did not express his opinion at this critical moment, he began to quarrel, sneered, shook his head and said: "In my opinion, within three years, Disney's market value will surpass that of Via... Come, become the third largest media group in the world!"

"Disney?" Redstone stared at Michael Eisner with fire in his eyes.

This time, it was impossible for Michael Eisner to stay out of it. He gritted his teeth and said, "Disney's prospects are vast and beautiful. This is obvious to all."

Seeing that the situation was developing in an uncontrollable direction, the host Barry Meyer quickly stood up, "Okay, everyone, let's take a step back. Mr. Lei Shidong, your condition just now...is a bit too much. Don Well, calm down, it’s true that Paramount’s current situation is not good, but Viacom doesn’t have countermeasures.”

In fact, Barry Meyer's bowels turned green.

He originally thought that he could use this opportunity of the celebration reception to resolve the conflict between Lei Shidong and Tang En by acting as a peacemaker.

As long as Tang En, the powder keg, doesn't get involved, no matter how big the quarrel between Viacom and Disney is, it won't cause too much trouble.

In the entertainment circle, it can still maintain stability on the large scale.

But I didn't expect that this meeting would have such a strong smell of gunpowder!

Tang En's attitude remained firm, and Barry Diller refused to budge. What's even more outrageous is that Lei Shidong is too exaggerated, right? I'm really a bit old and confused, didn't I take New Universal seriously? Do you really think you can hold Tang En in your hands?

If he knew it was such a trouble, he would not have arranged for today's game.

Even if Lei Shidong has enough face to invite so many "helpers", is Tang En the kind of weak and fearful person?

This kid is notoriously tough!

Seeing Tang En's strange expression, he glanced at him and asked indifferently, "Countermeasures? Are you referring to Blockbuster?"

Barry Mayer nodded heavily.

A California congressman sighed and said, "My daughter rents movies from Blockbuster, which is a big company."

A producer said: "It's not just a big company? It's definitely a giant in the DVD rental market!"

A vice president of Paramount said: "82.5% of the videotape and DVD rental market is controlled by Blockbuster. In North America alone, there are more than 10,000 stores, and in Europe, there are more than 3,000 stores. Front shop."

Brian Roberts patted Tang En on the shoulder, "Let's take a step back. There's no need to cause mutual harm. Harmony makes money. Blockbuster is as important to movies as movie theaters."

Everyone said something to me, saying that Blockbuster said that the heaven and the earth are the only ones who are the only ones.

It seems to be invincible.

Looking at Lei Shidong again, his expression is also proud.

Tang En suddenly realized.

No wonder!

No wonder Lei Shidong was so arrogant just now, he didn't pay much attention to Disney and New Universal. It turned out that he regarded Blockbuster as his trump card.

He thought that with Blockbuster in his hand, he could seize Tang En's life and force him to sign many unequal treaties.

With a half-smile expression on Tang En's face, he asked, "Mr. Lei Shidong, what do they mean... Blockbuster will ban the rental of New Universal's movies?"

Lei Shidong snorted coldly, "As long as you know!"

"Oh." Tang En nodded heavily, "Then have you decided?"

"Decided what?"

"Is it forbidden?"

Lei Shidong looked at Tang En with the eyes of an idiot, "That depends on your attitude. If the negotiation is satisfactory, that is, the few conditions I just proposed, and you accept it, I will naturally not make things difficult for you .”

Tang En shook his head again and again, "Forget it, this is too troublesome."

"trouble?"

Not to mention Redstone, even Barry Diller and Michael Eisner are at a loss.

On the contrary, Natalie knew Tang En very well, and a ridiculous thought flashed through her mind, and she was immediately dumbfounded.

Tang En said lightly: "You should decide directly. It's too troublesome to ask and talk about it!"

"Um?"

Lei Shidong's cloudy eyes were full of confusion, and he didn't react for a while.

On the contrary, Barry Meyer, Barry Diller and others couldn't help but change their faces.

This Tang En...can't you?

Sure enough, Tang En waved his hand lightly, as if he was very helpless, "Forget it, I'm a junior after all, so I don't want to embarrass the old man. How about this, I will help you make a decision! From now on, Blockbuster will No more renting videotapes and DVDs of all film and television programs under New Universal!"

Lei Shidong reacted instantly, staggered and almost fell over, "You... what do you mean?"

The corner of Tang En's mouth curled up, his eyes were full of disdainful ridicule, and he said coldly: "What do you mean? Then I'll just say it straight! From now on, any industry under New Universal, whether it's movies, TV dramas, or even Games, books, and comics will not be licensed to Blockbuster! That is to say..."

He paused, looked around, and said word by word: "From now on, New Global will block Blockbuster!"

When Lei Shidong heard this, his blood surged, and he almost had a heart attack.

Even if he thought about it, he didn't expect such a result!

He originally thought that with the sharp weapon of Blockbuster in his hand, he would be able to make Tang En use his weapon.

But he didn't expect Tang En to be so courageous and confident that he would directly declare his position strongly and want to block Blockbuster!

This time, Lei Shidong almost wanted to cry but had no tears.

New Universal's ban on Blockbuster is destined to reduce the income of New Universal's film and television programs in the rental market of video tapes and DVDs. At the same time, Blockbuster's revenue will also decrease.

You know, the more than 20 films produced by Twain in recent years are very popular in Blockbuster's rental market!

After the acquisition of Universal Pictures, the family property has grown even bigger. There are more than 3,600 movies in the inventory, and there are more than 30,000 episodes of various TV series!

This is also a big loss for Blockbuster!

The reason why Lei Shidong didn't make a decision was that he couldn't make up his mind.

He wanted to punish Tang En, but he didn't worry about affecting the performance of Blockbuster.

That's how today's game came about, trying to force Tang En to submit.

Unexpectedly, he couldn't make up his mind, and Tang En made a decision in the blink of an eye!

bold!

sharp!

And decisive!

When Tang En's words fell to the ground, Lei Shidong was immediately supported by someone.

Barry Diller's eyes showed a gleam of surprise, Michael Eisner's expression was also admiration after surprise, Barry Meyer gasped, and Brian Roberts was very meaningful...

After a short moment, someone immediately jumped out to dissuade him.

This is very close to Paramount, and it is even rumored to replace Shirley Lansing as the new chairman and CEO of Paramount's veteran producer Brad Gray.

"Twain, with your reckless decision, New Universal will lose at least 500 million US dollars every year!"

"500 million U.S. dollars?" Tang En curled his lips, disdainful, "After the reorganization of New Universal, the annual profit can easily exceed 3 billion U.S. dollars. A mere 500 million U.S. dollars, I don't think much of it."

Brad Gray was momentarily at a loss for words.

No one can do anything about meeting such a freak who doesn't take money as money.

Unexpectedly, Tang En didn't finish his sentence. He turned to look at Michael Eisner and asked, "What does Disney mean?"

"ah?"

Michael Eisner was taken aback.

Tang En said indifferently: "Does Disney still plan to continue to cooperate with Blockbuster?"

Michael Eisner hesitated for a while, laughed twice, and said decisively: "Since Disney and New Universal are co-rental partners, of course they share the same honor and disgrace, and advance and retreat together! New Universal banned Blockbuster, so why not Disney?" ? With so many friends here today, I will publicly express my opinion. From now on, Disney’s film and television works will all reject Blockbuster!”

The reason why he can agree so quickly is that Disney itself can't make much money from Blockbuster.

Disney's film library is less than 500 in total, which is not at the same level as New Universal.

Among them, there are more than 100 cartoons.

These cartoons have never landed on the rental market of video tapes and DVDs, and have never even been broadcast on public television networks.

If you want to watch Disney cartoons, there are only three channels: buy tickets to go to the cinema, buy expensive DVDs and video tapes, and subscribe to Disney cable channels.

This is the result of Michael Eisner's hard work from Roy Disney.

Going back 20 years, Disney cartoons can only be watched in cinemas.

Sacred doesn't feel like a commodity at all.

Since Disney can't make much money through Blockbuster, it's better to sell Twain a favor and agree to it.

It can also show to the industry that he is no less decisive and courageous than Twain.

Besides, New Universal owns Netflix.

Dunn can't let his allies lose too much.

Michael Eisner's statement made Lei Shidong's expression even more gloomy, his face turned pale, his lips trembled, and he couldn't speak.

He is 80 years old, too old.

"Mr. Lei Shidong, you... are you okay?"

Tang En greeted with concern.

But it sounds like I always feel a little gloating.

Everyone can see that Lei Shidong's condition is very bad. New Universal and Disney successively blocked Blockbuster.

It's just that due to the old man's face, everyone can only pretend not to see it.

Tang En's words directly pointed out his embarrassment, as well as his helplessness and struggle after failing in the game.

"No...it's okay." Lei Shidong pulled himself together, and with a wave of his hand, he got rid of the person who was supporting him. His eyes were fixed on Tang En, and the corners of his mouth seemed to tremble uncontrollably, "Young man, you are very good."

"Thank you for your compliment." Tang En smiled slightly, then glanced left and right, "The result has already been released, should we all leave? Everyone has worked hard."

Brian Roberts nearly vomited blood.

Barry Meyer also smiled wryly.

Where is this the celebration reception of "The Lord of the Rings 2: The Two Towers"?

It is completely a one-man show performed by Dunn Walker himself.

Talking about warring heroes?

Playing with Lei Shidong?

Going to the meeting alone to turn the tide?

Fortunately, there were no reporters present.

Otherwise, tomorrow's entertainment report, I don't know how much shocking news will be written.