I’m in Hollywood - Chapter 31

[Chapter 31 Statement]

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, and 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. Let’s not say whether this young man can achieve such dazzling success again. 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 If it is handed over to Disney for distribution, I believe that overseas will definitely achieve better results than North America.”

Eric asked calmly: “Mr. Eisner, may I know Disney’s offer?”

“12% What do you think about the overseas box office share?”

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

Michael Eisner shook his head and said with a smile: “Eric, you would rather be with Colombia signed a gambling agreement, and they are not willing to accept a buyout. So I will not waste time on this.”

Eric nodded: “If that’s the case, the price is very reasonable. Colombia only offered me 8% of the overseas share.”

“So, Disney is very sincere, and I hope we can still do it in the future. Cooperation.” Michael Eisner smiled and continued: “Then, Eric, if you agree, I want to sign the licensing agreement as soon as possible. The overseas release of the film is not as easy as in North America. After signing the agreement, it will take at least a week. Only then can movies appear in foreign theaters one after another. With the current popularity of “Home Alone”, if it is released a day later, the total box office may lose several million dollars.”

Eric’s mind was listening quietly to Michael Eisner’s lobbying. Zhong quickly analyzed a series of clues, and a clear smile suddenly appeared on the corner of his mouth. He gradually understood Colombia’s tricks. Although it was not very clever, it was very effective. If you were not careful, you might fall into a trap.

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 will the contract be signed?”

Although Michael Eisner noticed that Eric’s expression was a little different, he was still overjoyed when he heard his words, saying: “Of course, the sooner the better, I will let someone draft the agreement as soon as possible, this afternoon You can sign the contract.”

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

Mr. Eisner, do you think it’s like this.”

“Huh?” Michael Eisner said a little baffling.

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’ll be able to convince me. Just to be on the safe side, Columbia compresses the screen to 1,500 screens for the second week, at the cost of an extra 100 screens for the rest of the show.”

Michael Eisner Hearing Eric’s words, he was stunned at first, and 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 and 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 would be the first to breach the contract, and Columbia could justifiably tear up the gambling agreement on the grounds that I violated the content of the gambling contract, do you think I am right?”

If the whole matter has nothing to do with you, With Michael Eisner’s character, he will definitely applaud when he hears 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 is really unnecessary, Eric, but I still have to say , 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: “Ai Rick nodded. Mr. Sner, can you tell me what conditions Columbia offered you?”

Michael Eisner shook his head: “Eric, this is a business secret.”

Eric was noncommittal and said, “Then, Eisner Sir, 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 guards. 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?” “Does it have something to do

with Home Alone?”

“Eric, your two current films are aimed at teenage audiences. Disney’s business purpose is very consistent, are you going to join Disney?”

“Eric…”

“…”

Eric didn’t answer the reporters’ questions, 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 share with you here. But we had a good chat, and there may be the possibility of cooperation in the future.

” What I wanted, I 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 felt it. Eric’s next words will be big news, so he hurriedly cheered up and lifted the recorder in his hand further forward.

“First of all, UU Reading www.sonicmtl.com I am grateful to Columbia Pictures for helping release my film 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 in North American box office revenue, which is enough to make many people envious of half of Colombia’s annual box office profits. So, 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, so I’ll do it for myself.”

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, your meeting with Mr. Michael Eisner, and the Is it related to Columbia’s attempt to tear up the agreement?”

“Eric…”

“…”

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

[End of this Chapter]