Chapter 204

Chapter 204 Music Taylor Swift and Avril Lavigne

The figure is 1.2 billion USD.

Honestly, even Spielberg was moved.

That's right, Spielberg is actually one of the highest-earning directors in Hollywood.

In 1993, Spielberg earned an unprecedented $250 million in box office receipts and other profit shares with the film "Jurassic Park."

But "Jurassic Park" is a special case. For example, Spielberg earned less than $20 million from 1998's Saving Private Soldier.

Spielberg believes there will be few opportunities to make money like "Jurassic Park" in the future.

$400 million in six years was already impressive for Spielberg.

In addition, the US$250 million of "Jurassic Park" was achieved almost ten years later.

is the number that adds up all shared profits from selling peripherals, DVs, etc. over the years, in addition to participating in box office profits and director's fees.

All of this combined makes this number exaggerated.

Now hearing Abel's offer of 1.2 billion US dollars, Spielberg was very moved.

The initial mentality of not being able to sell was immediately shaken.

Plus, his two remaining partners were even more excited about this offer. This is why David Geffen and Jeffrey Katzenberg.

One of the reasons why wanted to sell DreamWorks.

Price is too high.

Of course.

There is another reason why these two giants want to sell DreamWorks. The reason is because, since its founding 6 years ago, DreamWorks has been openly and covertly overthrown by Hollywood giants.

Don't think that there is no way to get along internally because of six or eight Hollywood bigwigs.

It's wrong.

Once encountering a new challenger or outsider that harms everyone's common interests.

The Hollywood giants were initially challenged. Faced with new challengers, they will unite with each other by tacit understanding to deceive everyone.

DreamWorks has been miserably screwed in recent years.

The Dreamworks movie is out. Filming is blocked, advertising is more expensive than other movies, behind-the-scenes is also more expensive than other movies. Everything is more embarrassing than others. All big and small problems happened afterward.

exhausted the Big Three.

Spielberg is fine, he just needs to get serious about making movies.

Jeffrey Katzenberg and David Geffen are different.

The two partners in charge of running the company have to endure more pressure and work.

The dream of starting a business earlier was crushed by the giants.

It can be said that there are not many left.

Even Spielberg himself.

After founding DreamWorks.

Spielberg also felt that those Hollywood giants were hostile to him. Be more realistic.

From an economic perspective.

Spielberg's income over the past six years is not even half of what he earned from "Jurassic Park."

When he was an independent director, all of Hollywood welcomed Spielberg.

After becoming the Big Three of DreamWorks, except for actors who wished to appear in DreamWorks' works. Everyone is hostile to Spielberg.

Time and space are parallel.

The Big Three eventually began selling DreamWorks in 2002 after operating it for two years.

This was because they were more expensive, after all DreamWorks was the first independent film company at the time.

There is also a very strong DreamWorks animation division under its umbrella. It was sold until 2004 to the parent company of Paramount, one of the giants of Hollywood.

Viacom Group eventually bought all of DreamWorks for $1.6 billion.

Now, two years later, Abel meets David Geffen.

He sent someone to contact David Geffen and Jeffrey Katzenberg and arranged to meet with both of them.

After these two were installed, I went to contact Spielberg. This action can be considered as directly forcing Spielberg.

That's another reason why it's $1.2 billion and not $1.6 billion.

Because at that time DreamWorks Animation was not that strong.

We will have to wait until DreamWorks releases "Shrek" this year, which was a huge success.

People around the world recognize the power of DreamWorks Animation, which has greatly increased the value of the entire DreamWorks company. It is now 2001.

The listing of 1.2 billion USD is already a good number for DreamWorks.

But money is something no one feels lacking.

After a long period of silence, Spielberg opened a new award.

"$1.4 billion," Spielberg said. "DreamWorks will soon release a very high quality animated film. Its box office will definitely be very good. 1.2 billion US dollars is not the real price of DreamWorks."

In fact, 1.4 billion USD can also be accepted by Abel.

It's just that you can buy it cheaper, so why shell out the extra $200 million?

Two hundred million dollars, wouldn't it be good to use it as a new starting point to buy some land or luxury houses? Negotiations continue.

"Come on, Steven. We all know the upper limit of animated films. Do you think DreamWorks can compare to Disney and Pixar when it comes to animated films?"

"Furthermore, my original quote was only 1 billion US dollars. It was your two good friends who forcibly increased the price to 1.2 billion US dollars."

"I've backed out twice, can you make me back down again?"

After listening to Abel, Spielberg looked at David Geffen. The latter shrugged and said nothing.

If it were Spielberg, he could negotiate successfully.

If you sell a little more silver then David Geffen can make a little more, of course he's happy.

Spielberg again proposed a price: "US$1.38 billion. This is six years of our hard work and it is not for sale."

伱 You can buy it now. But

You must add money!

"1.3 billion USD, acquisition price. Steven, you know this price is very sincere."

Abel made his final offer.

Spielberg seems to be able to see that this is Abel's nature.

The great director was silent for a moment, then finally said softly:

"That's $1.3 billion. We hope it's cash."

"Of course~" Abel said with a smile: "I always buy things with cash."

Spielberg also smiled for the first time, he stood up and shook Abel's hand:

"I hope you treat DreamWorks well. This will definitely help you earn a lot of money.

Abel stood up and shook hands with Spielberg and David Geffen.

"DreamWorks will become one of MGM's independent companies and will receive the same treatment as the Marvel movies."

But Abel actually appreciated DreamWorks' animation department more.

Dreamworks Animation is now almost a part of the American media industry.

This is the cheapest, highest quality animation the company can afford.

Even the purchase price of 1.3 billion VND is at least half for Dreamworks Animation. As for DreamWorks itself, the production team, distribution channels, copyrights... MGM actually doesn't need much.

But it also has some merit. And thanks to famous musician David Geffen, DreamWorks also owns the music company DreamWorks, which also has a certain value.

More importantly, the contract stated that DreamWorks had priority investment and signing rights over Spielberg and the other Big Three.

Meaning, if DreamWorks wants to make movies in the future, Spielberg and the other Big Three must prioritize signing contracts with DreamWorks. Or if Spielberg wants to make a movie, DreamWorks has the right to invest first.

Of course, prices and remuneration must follow the rules of the market.

Spielberg's directing ability and the working ability of the other two giants.

This is also part of the value of DreamWorks.

All of this is now worth $1.3 billion. If we exclude these channels, animation companies and music companies will be left out.

If there is still the possibility of the Big Three.

Dreamworks is essentially worthless to the Hollywood giant.

Once this big event is over, the atmosphere for the next discussion will be much more relaxed.

Abel also signaled Derek Wright and Scarlett Johansson to come. Let Scarlett deliver the documents to Spielberg and David Geffen.

"This is the transaction contract. Please take a look. If there are no problems, I will give it to your lawyer. I hope to complete the transaction within a week." » Abel said smiling. Right now.

Derek Wright and Scarlett.

That's when I learned that the document sent was about MGM's acquisition of DreamWorks.

Derek Wright is fine, but Scarlett is feeling a little lethargic.

DreamWorks changed hands and was acquired by MGM. This kind of super earthquake in the entertainment industry, the source of its shock was actually in my hands just now.

This gave Scarlett a great sense of participation, as if she too had become a major Hollywood star.

Spielberg reviewed the contract and found nothing unusual.

The great director intended to take it and show it to his lawyer.

Besides, Spielberg is still a bit uncomfortable with the "betrayal" of David Geffen and Jeffrey Katzenberg at the present time. The great director did not want to be there and continued to confront Abel and David Geffen.

Spielberg said:

"I want to take it home and have a lawyer look it over for me. Try to sign the contract as soon as possible, is that okay, Mr. Smith?"

Abel raised his hand: "Please go."

Spielberg stood up, took the contract and nodded to Abel and David Geffen. As he was about to leave, he nodded to Scarlett and Derek Wright as a greeting.

This made Scarlett a little excited.

Spielberg, great director, hello!

Xiaomengxin, who had complete status in the circle, showed no resistance when facing the boss. David Geffen hasn't left yet, he and Abel have been friends for a long time.

During the last cruise organized by Ovitz, the two communicated quite well.

David Geffen looked at Derek Wright and Scarlett and said to Abel:

"You won't mind, will you?"

Abel shook his head, he didn't know why Derek Wright and Scarlett were here.

At this time, Scarlett was still too young, her face had not yet fully opened.

Except that this number is far beyond its age and scale. There is no parallel time and space, the appearance of the widowed sister who is 1.6 meters tall and has a temperament of 1.8 meters.

If it's not suitable, he plans to raise it first and then eat it.

Right now, it's more important to convince David Geffen.

"David." Abel said gently:

"Jeffrey will continue to run DreamWorks Animation. Spielberg can continue to make his movies. What is your plan?"

David Geffen's abilities and personality are very good.

This is a challenge to LGBT, not ZZZQ.

ZZ even had the wrong age, and a fat guy publicly announced his sexual orientation.

He is one of the most profitable people in Hollywood with investment vision.

The most important thing is that David Geffen is very good at music. Abel's current media layout falls in the middle.

There is even a TV channel but no reliable music or record company.

He originally wanted to buy an existing company, but he never found the right target.

This time they just bought DreamWorks, which has its own music company.

I have a good relationship with David Geffen. Abel's idea was to fool David Geffen.

Let him first support and develop the DreamWorks music company or record label himself.

In fact, according to the contract just signed, David Geffen is the same as Spielberg.

As long as the DreamWorks trademark exists, David will continue to work for DreamWorks.

In other words, when Abel bought DreamWorks, he wasn't just buying DreamWorks itself. There are also the souls that make up DreamWorks, the three powerful moguls of Hollywood.

Including David Geffen, according to market price, DreamWorks has priority in signing and investing in all three.

Unless the DreamWorks label one day disappears, the rights will continue.

The limit is twenty years.

This is one of the reasons why DreamWorks' value will reach $1.3 billion. "If you need me. Or if DreamWorks needs me. Then I'll continue to be my producer." David Geffen said.

This is his strong point.

"If you or DreamWorks don't need me, I can buy a newspaper and try to become a newspaper tycoon."

David Geffen in alternate time and space. After selling DreamWorks.

He truly became her press tycoon.

Initially, David Geffen offered to buy the Los Angeles Times for $2 billion.

The latter was slow to accept the offer and is negotiating a takeover with other sellers. The acquisition project has ended.

Later, David Geffen bought a large amount of "New York Times" stock, but this acquisition also encountered twists and turns.

The Sulzberger Family Love Inn was unwilling to let go, eager buyers lined up.

David Geffen has no hope of success.

"How about helping me?" Abel said with a smile:

"How about being the person in charge of the music sector in my media group? I know you are an excellent record producer, the real music emperor."

David Geffen looked hesitant. David Geffen achieved great success in the music and recording industry in his early years. Right.

But now he is no longer interested in music.

It's just that David Geffen paid more attention to Abel as a friend, and Abel was the tallest among his friends.

Additionally, David Geffen has a contract with DreamWorks there. After thinking about it, David Geffen quietly replied:

"Okay, but I want a deadline. Three years. No, five years."

"I just worked for your music company for 5 years and during that time I was able to start my own company."

"Of course."

David Geffen emphasized his assurance: "I will never delay the development of your music company. How?"

"No problem, let's make a deal." Abel smiled and shook her hand.

In this way, Abel felt he could begin to develop his musical territory. David Geffen says:

"DreamWorks music company is just a small label. Before that, they mainly produced soundtracks, dubbing and music for animated films."

"If you want to scale up and get into the recording industry, you need to continue to hire staff, add new equipment and new office space."

"You are an expert in this field." Abel said frankly:

"I will let DreamWorks Music become independent and invest another $100 million."

"Then I'm fine." David Geffen said with a smile.

"David, do you have any ideas for growing a music company?" » Abel said gently.

"Discover new singers and open new channels." David Geffen replied

"Of course. You're so rich, if we want, we can also like Jackson, Madonna or Britney."

Abel nodded, he also understood the truth. Actually, to put it bluntly, a new music label has emerged.

Nothing more than finding new people or digging into the big names.

These two things are not easy to dig deep into.

Finding someone new requires a bit of luck and forethought.

To find big names, you need a lot of money. Few people can do the former, few can do the latter.

But in comparison, the latter solution is easier to achieve.

At least you only need money to be able to hunt any big guy.

But if you have money, you may not be able to find a good new singer.

But Abel is different from the others. Abel said to David Geffen, "David, have you ever heard of Arista Records in New York?

David Geffen thought for a moment and said uncertainly: "It seems like there is such a company, just a small record company."

Abel nodded and said:

"I was in New York before and happened to hear this demo from Arista Records, a young singer who hadn't debuted yet. I thought it sounded really good, maybe I could buy it and tap into this new potential. "

David Geffen does not think that Abel has much talent for discovering music as well as the ability to perceive music.

But Arista Records is just a nice little record company.

According to David Geffen's plan, Music DreamWorks itself must also acquire and merge the labels of a number of small and medium-sized record companies to expand its scale and channels as quickly as possible. The acquisition of Arista Records is also within the acceptable range.

At the same time, it also meets this small request of Abel, David Geffen thinks it is very simple.

David Geffen nodded: "I will send someone to contact Arista Records as soon as possible."

Abel smiled and nodded with satisfaction.

Like Rene.

Of the American singers, Abel could only remember two. One is Taylor Swift, Taylor Swift.

The other is Avril Lavigne.

Taylor Swift, Abel only vaguely remembers that she was born in 1989.

Now at most they are only eleven or twelve years old, debuting at such a young age is impossible.

This made him want to search, but in a short time he couldn't find it. But it seems Avril Lavigne is in New York.

In the encyclopedia he read before his reincarnation, the name Avril Lavigne Records was also mentioned.

At that time, he glanced at it and then forgot about it.

After being reborn, his past life memories became especially clear.

Like a file stored on the computer's hard drive. As long as he can remember things before reincarnation.

He can also remember this life very clearly.

Taylor is so young but Avril Lavigne is sixteen or seventeen years old.

You should be able to find it.

(end of this chapter)