Chapter 72： Preconditions for cooperation

Tang En's remarks expressed two attitudes: first, copyright matters, which cannot be doubted;

This is obviously not in line with the Hollywood norm. Here, even if it is two companies that are in trouble, as long as they are profitable, there is the possibility of cooperation.

But the young Dunn Walker obviously prefers detrimental behaviors.

Unlike most people in Hollywood, he makes movies, chasing status, power and influence, and also has a heartfelt love.

As for making money, that is the lowest level.

For Dunn, his skill in making money is enough to make him the richest man in the world in more than ten years. How big is the film market?

Dunn's words made the atmosphere in the conference room a little serious.

George Paxton found the right time and said solemnly: "Last year, when we were promoting "Titanic" in London, we happened to discover "Harry Potter" that had just been released, bought the film rights, and solved it for Ms. Rowling It's urgent. But after only one year, I was threatened by the forced palace, which is very disappointing!"

Alan Horn immediately explained, "This is all a misunderstanding. I once again express my apologies on behalf of Warner Bros. for the trouble it has caused to Dunn Pictures and everyone."

Tang En had a good attitude towards this boss, "Mr. Horne is very polite. You have already given us a great face if you can come 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, letting the tense atmosphere finally relax.

David Heyman followed the trend, "Mr. Walker, I think "Harry Potter" has great potential to be adapted. I believe you have the same idea. Why not cooperate in development?"

"Yeah, with the strength of Warner Bros., within a year, through a powerful propaganda machine, this book will definitely be popular all over the United States, and the movie adaptation will be a matter of course." Lionel Wigram quickly added.

Tang En sat smiling, "Two gentlemen, are you questioning the strength of Tang En Pictures?"

David Heyman said sternly: "Dawn Pictures has Walker as director, and its strength will definitely become stronger and stronger, but it is difficult to develop a movie series as big as "Harry Potter" in a short period of time."

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

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

Warner's negotiating team showed a smile, believing that Dunn was resigned.

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

Alan Horn's face turned pale, "Of course Warner can offer better conditions for cooperation!"

Tang En smiled and shook his head, "You all know that the fundamental reason why I started a career at a young age was that 20th Century Fox chose me to be the director of "Titanic" at the time when 20th Century Fox took the plunge. I will never forget this kindness, and I will never forget it!"

"Hehe, in the capital market, interests come first." David Heyman interjected intentionally or unintentionally.

Reese Witherspoon smiled, and the sweet smile made the whole conference room feel a lot warmer, "I'm sorry, Mr. Heyman, the core value of Dunn Pictures is 'faith first, interests first'. You I'm afraid we would disagree."

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

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

Once upon a time, Hollywood also followed the concept of "art first, capital light"? A generation of master Chaplin, because of his obsession with film art, put United Artists into crisis several times, so why not Warners and Fox?

Alan Horn shook his head, and suddenly felt that he thought too much, but looking at Dunn with a smile, he always felt strange and incomprehensible.

"Dawn, 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 work with Warner Bros." Dunn waved his hand, "However, you have to come up with a reason why 20th Century Fox can't fault me."

Alan Horn smiled and said, "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 thing."

"Oh? What is it?"

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

David Heyman's production company is basically a shell, and it belongs to the type of reselling copyright. If you want to participate in the production of "Harry Potter", you must rely on Warner Pictures and Dunn Pictures.

Hearing what Dunn said, David Heyman's eyes suddenly 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!"

Dunn said slowly: "Because of JK Rowling's insistence of the bookseller's agent I only got the copyright of the first three films of "Harry Potter", and as far as I know , This set of books, she will write seven or eight."

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

"Exactly!"

"It's hard!" David Heyman shook his head and said solemnly, "Mr. Walker, is it necessary?"

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

In the eyes of David Heyman and the rest of the public, it is enough to buy the copyrights of the first three books. If the movie is successful, we will discuss the copyright issue later; if the movie fails, just drop the project.

Now the prospect of the movie is unknown, and it is necessary to eat the copyright of the whole set of books in one go. How much does it cost? Money aside, the key is time, energy and favor.

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

Dunn's attitude is very firm.

Alan Horn didn't understand very much, "Dawn... Are you worried that after the success of the movie, the author of the novel will open his mouth?"

Dunn smiled noncommittally.

Alan Horn shook his head, "Actually, it's unnecessary. She's just a writer of popular novels. No matter how big her appetite is, she can't be more serious than Warner."

Dunn almost laughed.

This Alan Horn is really confident!

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

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

As for JK Rowling, the maker of this fantasy kingdom, let alone the pressure from Warner Bros., even in Hollywood, she will not compromise.