Chapter 221： deny

Once upon a time, the stomping of Michael Ovitz made Hollywood tremble three times!

He led his friends to create a caa agency, broke the monopoly of wma, and brought together big stars such as Tom Hanks, Tom Cruise, Nicole Kidman, and Julia Roberts.

Not only that, he also challenged the giants, broke the balance of interests of the six major companies, and won more remuneration for the actors. It was his push that led to the emergence of the "$20 million club" in Hollywood.

At his peak, he successfully operated Sony to acquire Columbia Pictures and Panasonic to acquire Universal Pictures, so he was elected as the most influential person in Hollywood for three consecutive years.

In 1995, Michael Ovitz accepted the invitation of Michael Eisner, left his caa, sought new challenges, became the president of Disney, and worked again, helping Disney to acquire the abc group.

However, Michael Ovitz, who has always been accustomed to vertical and horizontal, couldn't stand Michael Eisner's bossing at all, and a fierce conflict soon broke out between the two.

Ultimately, just a year later, Michael Eisner spent $120 million in liquidated damages to kick Michael Ovitz out of Disney.

After leaving Disney, Michael Ovitz did not lose heart. After returning to caa to no avail, he started a new business and created a new economic company - amg artist management company.

amg economic company is just a new company, the strength is still very weak.

However, compared to the five giants in the industry, caa and g are the brokerage companies that really dare to work hard with Disney!

Because Michael Ovitz holds a grudge against Michael Eisner and hates it!

If it weren't for Michael Eisner, then Michael Ovitz would still be the head of caa, standing on the top of Hollywood, overlooking the world, not the entrepreneur of a small company now.

The enemy of the enemy is the friend.

Dunn is looking forward to working with Michael Ovitz.

Not only because of his extensive connections and hatred of Disney, but also because of his outstanding ability, he successfully operated Sony's acquisition of Columbia Pictures, Panasonic's acquisition of Universal Pictures, and Disney's acquisition of ABC.

Dunn has always been obsessed with Universal Pictures, but to operate such a large acquisition, it is necessary to have professionals with outstanding abilities.

Without a doubt, Michael Ovitz is the best candidate!

Brian Lord...

When Dunn acquired Marvel Entertainment, it was Brian Lord who operated it and succeeded, but Dunn couldn't be satisfied. The process was long and the cost was high, and Dunn also found Endeavor and Warner to help, which was equivalent to three insurances.

Brian Lord was Michael Ovitz's assistant at the time, and his ability was indeed lacking.

Dunn made a special trip to caa.

In recent years, the relationship between Dunn Pictures and caa has been good. Brian Lord's warm hospitality to Dunn has not changed at all because of Disney's ban.

Of course Dunn wouldn't say some words, he sighed, "Brian, I want to apologize to you about the ban."

Brian Lord waved his hand in disapproval, "No need! Disney... hum, in my opinion, Michael Eisner will definitely be dismissed by the shareholders meeting after a few years of tossing like this!"

Tang En raised his eyebrows, the process of history seems to be like this.

"Brian, we are old friends, and it is impossible for me to affect caa's work because of this incident." Dunn looked upright and dignified, "I know that Disney has given caa a final notice, I don't I'll watch you get caught between me and Disney, and you'll be in a dilemma."

Brian Lord said sternly: "Don, you don't have to worry about this at all! In fact, our cooperation with Disney in recent years has been very limited, and their ultimatum has little impact on us."

"No matter how small the influence is, it's still an influence, right?" Tang En shook his head frequently, "Although my director's appointment is on caa, in fact you know that in the next few years, I will only be able to make my own company's films. In terms of remuneration, It must be a nominal charge, which is not very beneficial to caa.”

Brian Lord said with a smile: "Dawn, you are too arrogant! Do you think caa really cares about your commission for the director's appointment? You are Dunn Walker, the world's highest-grossing director, we value it. It's your influence."

"Influence? That was in the past. As soon as Disney's ban came out, I am afraid that my existence is not attractive, but avoidable?"

"Since it's a partner, of course there are difficulties to face together! Dunn, you don't have to worry about caa, just focus on dealing with Disney."

Tang En shook his head and said, "No, this matter started because of me, how could I just sit back and ignore it? After the personnel changes that year, caa has only recovered in recent years, and I can't repeat the same mistakes because of me. Brian, you are responsible for the caa shareholders."

"This……"

Brian Lord had an embarrassed look on his face.

Tang En secretly sighed in relief, and said very easily: "Well, Brian, since my existence can only bring side effects to caa, then I don't need to stay here, let's cancel the contract."

"Huh?" Brian Lord looked surprised.

Dunn waved his hand, "Brian, I've already thought about this matter. It's good for you and me. You don't have to face Disney's resistance, and I can draw more support."

"You mean..." Brian Lord was very smart, and he quickly guessed a few points with a turn of his mind, "Is it Michael Ovitz?"

Throughout the five major Hollywood brokerage companies, they must have received notices of Disney's ban. At this time, in order to maintain a good cooperative relationship with Disney, Dunn will definitely be declined.

It's true that the movies produced by Dunn Pictures are all very good, but so what? How many movies does Dunn Pictures produce in a year? Disney produces at least 20 movies a year, and this does not include various talk shows, TV series, cartoons and other programs.

Brokerage firms make money from commissions.

It's not that the better the quality of the movie, the more they earn. Their income must be linked to the quantity.

The only accident is the newly established brokerage company amg. The founder Michael Ovitz is an old enemy of Disney, and he will definitely welcome Dunn.

Dunn didn't hide it, "Yes, it's Mr. Michael Ovitz. Disney's energy is too powerful. I have to win over all the colleagues I can win and accumulate more power."

Brian Lord sighed. At this time, he terminated the contract with Dunn and felt a little guilty, "Okay, Ovitz, I can introduce you. Even if we interrupt the contract, Dunn, you want to Remember, caa will always be your friend, if you have a problem, just speak up. Disney...I really don't care!"

Dunn laughed and said, "Don't worry, Brian, when it's time to ask you for help, I will definitely not be polite. Don't forget, Nate's actor appointment is still in caa."

Speaking of this, Brian Lord felt a little more guilty.

Natalie Portman was originally an actor under WMA, but because of Dunn, she changed her contract to CAA.

Don't look now Natalie is just a second-tier star, and the roles she plays are supporting roles. But don't forget, there is Dunn behind her. Do you still need to think about her future development?

...

After walking out of the caa, I saw several reporters blocking the door.

The bodyguard quickly surrounded Tang En in the middle, and wanted to rush over.

At this time, Dunn heard a reporter shouting over there, "Don! Dunn! Director Walker, I heard that Disney has issued a ban on you. Is this true?"

Tang En's heart moved, and he was very alarmed.

However, he quickly reacted and breathed a sigh of relief.

Disney issued more than 100 ban orders in one go. Although they are all important figures in the circle, it is difficult to guarantee that one or two will not blunder and leak the rumors.

It doesn't matter if there is news, as long as everyone can agree to the outside world, twist it into a rope, and for the interests of this community, keep tight-lipped and deny it. At this time, whoever dares to admit it publicly is standing. The antithesis of the whole of Hollywood!

Dunn stopped and let the reporter come over and said with a smile: "You are a reporter from The New Yorker. I like this magazine very much. Let me give you a chance to ask a question."

The young reporter was so excited that he almost knelt down and quickly asked: "Mr. Walker, it is rumored that Disney has issued a ban on you, prohibiting you from participating in any Disney program. Is this true?"

It seems that this leaked news is somewhat deformed, and it is very far from the truth.

"Block order? What block order, I've never heard of it."

Tang En showed a confused expression, and then smiled, "Now is a free market economy, how can such nonsense appear. Indeed, Disney and I have had a little conflict in the past, but this is normal business. Competition. As for the ban you mentioned, I don't know, nor have I heard of it."

"But I heard that Mr. Michael Eisner, the CEO of Disney, was very unhappy with you. Is that true?"

"Hehe, can I ask, where did you hear this?"

"I... I'm also hearsay, come to verify."

Tang En said lightly: "I can't answer the second question, because I don't know. I have never had contact with Mr. Eisner, nor have we met. I don't know where your dissatisfaction comes from. But I believe that Mr. Eisner, who manages a company as big as Disney, must be an excellent manager with great minds, and it would be too embarrassing for him to not care about a small person like me."

After finishing speaking, Dunn waved his hand and walked away.

But doubts arose in his heart.

The reporter's question was directed at Michael Eisner. Could it be that... he leaked the news on purpose?

Things are getting more complicated.

(Sanqi Chinese)