Heads Up Hollywood

Tang En's words expressed two attitudes: one was the copyright issue, which was unquestionable;

This is obviously not in line with the prevailing norms of Hollywood. Here, even if it is two companies that are falling out, as long as it is profitable, there is the possibility of cooperation.

But the young Dunn Walker obviously prefers behaviors that harm others but not himself.

He is different from most people in Hollywood. When he makes movies, he pursues status, power and influence, and he also has a kind of love from the bottom of his heart.

As for making money, that is the lowest level.

For Twain, his ingenuity in making money is enough to make him the world's richest man in a dozen years. How big is the movie market?

Tang En's words made the atmosphere in the meeting room a little serious.

George Paxton found the right time, and said in a deep voice: "Last year, when we were promoting "Titanic" in London, we happened to discover "Harry Potter" that had just been released, bought the film copyright, and settled it for Ms. Rowling. It is urgent. But after only one year, he was threatened with forced palace, which is very disappointing!"

Alan Horn immediately explained, "This is all a misunderstanding. Once again, on behalf of Warner Bros., I apologize for the trouble this has caused Tang En Pictures and everyone."

Tang En had a good attitude towards this boss, "Mr. Horn, you are being polite. You have given us great face by coming here in person."

Alan Horn said with a smile: "The main thing is to reach a cooperation."

"Of course, this is also my expectation." Tang En showed a smile, finally relaxing the tense atmosphere.

David Heyman followed the trend, "Mr. Walker, I think "Harry Potter" has great potential for adaptation. I believe you also think the same way. Why don't you cooperate in the development?"

"Yes, with the strength of Warner Bros., within a year, through a powerful publicity machine, this book will definitely become popular in the United States, and the film adaptation will be a matter of course." Lionel Wigram quickly added.

Tang En sat with a smile on his face, "You two gentlemen, are you questioning the strength of Tang En Pictures?"

David Heyman said sternly: "Twain Films has director Walker, and its strength will definitely become stronger and stronger. However, it may be difficult to develop a movie series as large as "Harry Potter" in a short period of time."

Alan Horn waved his hand and stared at Tang En with cloudy eyes, "Since it is a cooperation, it must be in the common interests of both parties. Tang En, you will direct, you will publish rights and part of the funds, and Warner Bros. will provide most of the investment and publicity." This is the real win-win situation.”

Tang En applauded softly, "Mr. Horn, you are so right!"

Warner's negotiating team all showed a smile, thinking that Tang En had given in.

Unexpectedly, Tang En immediately changed his tone, "It's just that I have a good relationship with Bill McNick, and I have always had a good cooperative relationship with Twentieth Century Fox. I just want to ask Mr. Horn, why is my partner not a Fox movie?" industry, but Warner Pictures?"

Alan Horn's face was slightly stern, "Of course Warner can offer better cooperation terms!"

Tang En smiled and shook his head, "You all know that the fundamental reason why I made a career at such a young age was that 20th Century Fox chose me as the director of "Titanic" in spite of the world. I will never forget this kindness, nor will I ever forget it!"

"Hehe, in the capital market, profit comes first." David Heyman interjected intentionally or unintentionally.

Reese Witherspoon smiled, her sweet smile made the whole meeting room warmer, "I'm sorry, Mr. Heyman, the core value of Dunn Films is 'Loyalty comes first, interests come first'. You I'm afraid we don't agree with that."

David Heyman's face froze, and he was speechless in embarrassment.

Alan Horn took a deep look at Tang En, and felt that the young man in front of him was not simple.

Once upon a time, didn't Hollywood also follow the concept of "art first, capital less"? Chaplin, the master of the generation, put United Artists in crisis several times because of his obsession with film art, so why not Warner and Fox?

Alan Horn shook his head, and suddenly felt that he was thinking too much, but looking at Tang En with a smile on his face, he always felt weird and had a feeling that he couldn't see through.

"Twain, in your opinion...there is no possibility of cooperation between us?" Alan Horn frowned slightly.

"Of course not. It's an honor for Dunn Pictures to cooperate with Warner Bros." Dunn waved his hand, "However, you have to come up with a reason why 20th Century Fox can't find fault with me."

Alan Horne said with a smile: "What reason do you need?"

"It's very simple. The copyright ratio, investment ratio, dividend ratio and many other aspects are all simple and can be discussed slowly. What I want to talk about now is another matter."

"Oh? What is it?"

Tang En looked at David Heyman, "This requires Mr. Heyman's help."

David Heyman's production company is basically a shell, which belongs to the type of copyright reselling. If he wants to participate in the production of "Harry Potter", he must rely on Warner Pictures and Tang En Pictures.

Hearing what Tang En said, David Heyman's eyes lit up. He knew that as long as he helped him, he would get a producer position in the "Harry Potter" series.

"As you wish!"

Tang En said slowly: "At the beginning, because of the insistence of JK Rowling, the bookseller's agent, I only got the film rights of the first three "Harry Potter", but as far as I know, this set of books, she Will write seven or eight books."

David Heyman raised his eyebrows, "You mean... you want to get the copyright of the entire set of books?"

"Exactly!"

"It's hard!" David Heyman shook his head, his tone serious, "Mr. Walker, is it necessary?"

Everyone is optimistic about "Harry Potter", but who can guarantee that it will be a success after it is made into a movie?

In the eyes of David Heyman and others, it is enough to buy the copyright of the first three books. If the movie is successful, we will talk about copyright issues later; if the movie fails, just abandon the project.

Now that the future of the movie is unknown, how much will it cost to buy the copyright of the entire book at one go? Regardless of money, the key is time, energy and favor.

"No, I have to get the copyright, otherwise I will never start this movie series!"

Tang En's attitude was very firm.

Alan Horn was very puzzled, "Twain...are you worried that after the movie is successful, the author of the novel will open his mouth?"

Tang En smiled noncommittally.

Alan Horn shook his head, "Actually, there's no need. She's just a writer of popular novels. No matter how big her appetite is, she can't be serious with Warner."

Tang En almost laughed.

This Alan Horn is really confident!

Do you know how popular "Harry Potter" was when the movie was made?

"Star Wars" is the largest IP in the United States, and "Harry Potter" is the largest IP in the world!

For JK Rowling, the maker of this fantasy kingdom, not to mention the pressure from Warner Bros., even the entire Hollywood, she will not compromise.