Rebirth In Hollywood

After entering April 2010, everything in Disney seemed to be back on track. James Cameron easily won three lawsuits, proving the innocence of "Avatar" with the law; Come out, clarify that Disney did not underreport the box office receipts of the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy, and look forward to the birth of the "Hobbit" trilogy. ? top? point? novel x.

Most importantly, Twentieth Century Fox withdrew from the competition for Lucasfilm, and Disney quickly reached a preliminary agreement with Lucasfilm. Disney will use a total of 3.96 billion US dollars in cash and stock, Acquired 100% of Lucasfilm.

Of course, the target of the stock exchange is limited to the shares in the hands of George Lucas.

At the same time, Crete Disney was removed from the Disney board of directors, and the Disney family has no other relationship with the Walt Disney Group except for a small amount of shares.

And the director position he vacated will be taken over by George Lucas.

Ryan's partner for many years, the famous Hollywood female producer Katherine Kennedy will serve as the co-chairman of the new Lucasfilm.

Those in the industry understand that Disney has won a crucial battle.

The joining of Lucasfilm also made up for Disney's last shortcoming. Walt Disney owns the world's most powerful film special effects company--Industrial Light and Magic!

It was under such circumstances that Ryan received phone calls from the head of the New York branch of the National Jewish Association and Summer Redstone. On a yacht off the coast of California, a visitor was welcomed——Rupert? Murdoch.

"This is Yuqian Longjing from China..." Ryan waved to Taylor, "It has its own advantages from the black tea we are used to."

This is the top deck of the yacht. Taylor, who came here to watch the "lively", temporarily acted as a waiter. She came over with a celadon teapot and served Ryan, Summer Redstone and Rupert Murdoch one by one. Filled it up, and sat next to Ryan, royal blue eyes. Always revolve around Murdoch.

"I heard Nicole say..." Summer Redstone put down his teacup and said to Taylor, "Are you planning to quit the showbiz?"

"There is such a plan."

Taylor looked very polite, but his tone was a bit strange, "I'm learning to be Ryan's assistant."

"Your father is a business genius." Summer Redstone laughed, "I believe you will do well."

"Thank you..." Taylor also smiled,

"It can't compare to Mr. Lei Shidong."

"Summer, don't listen to her." Ryan looked at Taylor and shook his head, "She hasn't played enough yet. Even if she quits the showbiz, it will be a few years later."

After saying hello, Rupert Murdoch didn't say much. Looking at the girl who is called "Disney Princess" opposite him, he understood that his current situation had a lot to do with her. If it wasn't for combining her with another With the little girl involved, the situation facing News Corporation may be much better.

His eyes turned to Ryan again, and the other party gave him the same feeling as a year or even a few years ago, without the arrogance of a winner. There was no smugness about getting the upper hand, nor did his attitude seem to change, as if the events of recent months had never happened.

Murdoch knows it's just one side of Ryan Jenkins, the other side. He had felt it enough these days.

If you go back in time, will you still compete with Walt Disney for Lucasfilm?

At this moment, Murdoch had some regrets, and he thought he valued Ryan enough. But this lack of attention has finally led to the bitter fruit of today.

The topic went back and forth, and Ryan never took the initiative to mention News Corporation-related matters. Since Murdoch is here to seek peace, he must show a little sincerity. If he doesn't even have the consciousness to speak first, there is no need to talk about the conditions later.

He can continue to wait, do Murdoch and News Corporation have so much time?

"Let's be honest, Ryan."

Probably tired of Ryan and Taylor tacitly talking about the topic, Murdoch finally couldn't help it. After all, the stock of News Corporation was falling every minute. "What do you want?"

Hearing Murdoch speak, Lei Shidong instantly recovered his silence. He could act as a middleman, but he would not get involved.

"Twentieth Century Fox holds all the copyrights of the "Star Wars" series and the equity of the Hulu website." Ryan put away the smile on his face, and said very seriously, "Disney and my foundation will buy them at market prices. "

"Can."

Before coming, Murdoch had expected it, and this was not what he expected.

"Anyone who hurts my sister and daughter will be punished accordingly." Ryan didn't care whether Murdoch agreed or not, and said to himself, "I know you have deals with film critics, expose them."

Murdoch was a little surprised, just these conditions? Does he seem too generous?

"I heard that you have always wanted to split the print media and film and television industries under News Corporation?" Ryan didn't mean to ask Murdoch to answer, "Rupert, I think the split into News Corporation and Fox Group will be A great choice."

Although it was a little strange that Ryan would know his thoughts, Murdoch nodded. This is indeed his plan for the future News Corporation.

Ryan is aware of this, and it is natural that the former News Corporation has embarked on this road.

However, this is not the point, Ryan said slowly, "Rupert, if I remember correctly, you are almost eighty years old, and it is time to retire."

As soon as the words came out, Murdoch immediately changed his face.

If he loses all his positions in the group, the two split companies will definitely not be completely under his control. Even if his son and daughter succeed him, there is no guarantee that they will be of one mind with him, not to mention that he prefers his youngest son, James Murdo. As we all know, James is now facing protracted lawsuits and even jail time, and it is almost impossible for him to take over.

How about the eldest son and how many daughters?

Their relationship with him can only be said to be average, but they are closer to their ex-wife, and the internal conflicts of the Murdoch family are quite sharp. When he controls News Corporation, he can also suppress the conflicts between his children. , the next few years will inevitably be a battle for production.

And in order to protect themselves, they can also influence News Corporation. The two new group companies must not be handed over to one person, so in the future...

These will be two companies that go further and further apart.

Turning his eyes slightly, Murdoch looked at Lei Shidong. Ryan's condition is not only in the interests of Disney, but also in the interests of other media groups. Don't even think about it, those people will definitely support Ryan on this. News Corporation, which is no longer a behemoth, is certainly something other competitors would like to see.

He wanted very, very much to say no. It's just the situation with News Corporation today...

Who else can they rely on?

help yourself? If he could save himself, he wouldn't come here.

Those politicians in Washington? In the face of such an unprecedented crisis, it would be nice for those politicians not to add insult to injury.

Wall Street? Those vampires only want benefits, and they don't care who is helping them benefit.

Now News Corporation's market value has fallen by one-third. If it continues, it is not impossible to drop by half. At that time, I am afraid that the vampires on Wall Street will unite with the current major media groups to tear up the media empire he created. Then they are all divided up.

at that time. All his enemies will stand up.

Ryan didn't expect Murdoch to give an answer right now. If he agreed immediately, he would really doubt whether the person sitting in front of him was Rupert Murdoch who built News Corporation.

The two sides talked about other things and reached consensus on some other issues.

The meeting didn't last too long. Summer? Redstone and Rupert? Murdoch soon left by helicopter.

"Do you think Murdoch will say yes?"

Stretching for a long time, Taylor leaned on the table and asked, "If it's me, I'd rather fight Disney and lose both."

"What is he trying to compete with Disney now?" Ryan shook his head, "The White House, Congress, the FBI, Scotland Yard, No. 10 Downing Street, and the British royal family are all staring at News Corporation. If we can take advantage of the current opportunity , to gain some benefits from it, they will definitely not let it go."

"There are also Wall Street and other media groups." Taylor raised his chin. "I heard from my father that Wall Street has long wanted to drive Murdoch out of office."

"Because he's not one of us."

It is true that this is a country of immigrants, but Rupert Murdoch and the entire Murdoch family are still outsiders compared to the 'pure' American identities occupying Wall Street and Ryan and others.

In addition, News Corporation's unlimited eavesdropping has already violated the interests of Congress and the White House. If the federal government, surrounded by some people, is determined to attack a certain group, it will be a very terrifying thing.

While the federal government has a dirtier ass than News Corp, it's not a 'you can do it' kind of thing.

Frankly speaking, Ryan has the determination to completely bring down News Corporation, but more of it is only in the imagination.

First of all, it is more difficult. Now is the period of rapid development of Disney, and doing so will definitely have an impact on Disney's business.

Second, if it really turns into a war that cannot be compromised, the person who will benefit the most will definitely not be Disney. Very reasonable.

A week later, new news came from New York. In the name of retirement, Murdoch resigned from the various companies of News Corporation. News Corporation also announced an optimized reorganization. After the reorganization, it will be divided into two parts, News Corporation and Fox Corporation. They are run by Murdoch's eldest son and eldest daughter respectively.

At the same time, Disney quickly settled the negotiations with Twentieth Century Fox and bought out the copyright of the "Star Wars" series in their hands at an ultra-low price of US$100 million, paving the way for the restart of the series.

The foundation under Ryan's name bought 45% of the shares of Hulu, the second largest video website in the United States, from 20th Century Fox.

Of course, those who follow News Corporation and continue to break the law will also be severely punished by the law.

In particular, Anthony Pellicano, who provided photos of Taylor and Sandy for the New York Post. (To be continued..)\u003c/dd\u003e

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