Chapter 528： old man, do it yourself

The current headquarters of the new Universal Group has only completed the construction of the first phase of the project, with only five buildings: the headquarters building, the Marvel Building, the Rose Building, the staff canteen and the auditorium.

The second phase of the project is much richer, including the No. 2 staff canteen, a coffee shop that can accommodate 3,000 people, Universal Television Building, Siliwood Animation Building, parking lot, helicopter pad, small artificial lake, and a large area of ​​green lawns, etc. Wait, expect to be back next summer for completion.

As for the third phase of the project, it is even richer, and it can completely make the new global headquarters a tourist attraction. Including the man-made mountain, as well as the viewing platform on the mountain, the No. 3 staff canteen, the orchard, a dedicated power station, a film museum, a large fitness center, a hospital, more film and television element sculptures and so on.

The current headquarters campus is a bit shabby.

Because the name was changed to "New Universal", a Universal logo in the shape of a "globe" should be erected in front of the headquarters building, but it is not as rich as Universal Studios, which is a famous tourist attraction after all.

On the day of September 5, Hollywood finally ushered in the first press conference of the new Universal Group in anticipation.

The conference was held in the auditorium.

This auditorium hall is large enough to accommodate 1,000 people. It is a multi-purpose hall. It can be used as a conference center, a party ceremony, a movie screening hall, and an imax theater!

Here, Dunn officially announced his acquisition of Universal Pictures, Universal Music, usa TV network, Blizzard and other assets, and reorganized and merged with the assets of the original Dunn Pictures to form a new Universal Group.

However, the news has already spread throughout Hollywood.

Now, what everyone is interested in is, will Barry Diller, the entertainment mogul who has made a name for himself in Hollywood for the past 20 years, will really return to Hollywood?

This is probably the blockbuster news that can make Hollywood qualitatively change!

Next, Dunn announced that the two commercial blockbusters "The Day After Tomorrow" and "Ghost Rider" officially started filming, and explained that "Mad Max 4" is also under planning. It is expected to be in December, when the temperature is moderate. , you can go to Africa to shoot.

He also claimed that he would invest 100 million US dollars to shoot a TV series based on Dunn's comics, and the director was the well-known Frank Darabont in the industry!

However, in the question-and-answer session of reporters, everyone generally lost interest in movies and TV series.

Is it strange that Dunn Walker is investing heavily in movies?

Only the "Hollywood Reporter" reporter asked a question about the hugely-funded TV series, asking what kind of comics Dunn is? When will it be listed?

Dunn didn't hide it, and said frankly: "The comic was completed by me and a signed comic artist of Marvel. The name is "The Walking Dead". It is a zombie theme that wanders in realism and apocalyptic plots. At present, it is only completed. A small, first issue of comics will be published by Marvel Entertainment in early November."

More media reporters are still paying attention to the issue of Barry Diller.

"Excuse me, who is the head of management of the New Universal Group? Is it really the rumored Barry Diller?"

"Mr. Walker, are you really contacting Barry Diller to put him at the helm of New Universal? If he did come, what position would you take? What position would he be?"

"There are reports that you had a very nice meeting with Mr. Barry Diller in Denver 3 days ago, through Mr. Jack Welch's matchmaking. Can you tell us how you convinced him?"

There are many similar questions. Tang En is neither humble nor arrogant. He has long been accustomed to this feeling of being the focus of the news, and said lightly: "I don't think this is a topic that can attract widespread attention."

"The audience cares about the content of the product, not the managers behind the product, whether it's Barry Diller or anyone else, it's a company-level decision. New Universal Group has not gone public and has not disclosed these trade secrets to the public. obligations."

"Of course, I'm not denying it!"

"Yes, I'm going to invite Mr. Barry Diller to join me in running the New Universal Group! He is clear-headed, thoughtful, and candid, and I think he is the perfect candidate for the New Universal Group CEO. And His past achievements in Hollywood are also enough to prove his ability!"

"Barry Diller has been away from Hollywood for ten years. This is a loss for the entertainment industry and a pity for Hollywood. This time, I will warmly invite and bring this legendary figure back! Open the thought of memories and welcome Hollywood The new era! Finally, say the company's slogan: New Order, New Model, New Power, New Universal, New Hollywood!"

...

The press conference will last about 2 hours, but Dunn only showed up for half an hour, and then returned to the office.

The time is short, but the explosion is enough!

The establishment of the New Universal Group is the biggest topic in the entertainment industry, and the return of Barry Diller will undoubtedly cause even greater shocks.

Dunn is used to being the focus, and is willing to be the focus at this time.

Because this can make the concept of "New Global" popular in the United States and spread all over the world at the fastest speed!

Unexpectedly, as soon as the front foot returned to the office, the private phone rang.

Tang En's expression was rather strange, a little funny, "This old guy is really fast!"

I just don't know what choice he will make.

Tang En did not spit out the matter of "Six Feet Under 2"; Tang En also chose to insist on the matter of "Wise and Brave".

This time, Dunn is going to bring Barry Diller back to Hollywood.

How can Redstone react?

Tang En answered the phone, his voice was a little careless, "Mr. Lei Shidong? Any advice?"

"You really want to hire Diller?"

On the other end of the phone Lei Shidong's voice was obviously deliberately suppressed, very low.

The corner of Tang En's mouth twitched, and he said slightly sarcastically, "What? Mr. Lei Shidong still wants to interfere in the affairs of the New Universal Group?"

"I don't care about your collaboration with Disney, it's over like that. Six Feet Under 2. But Barry Diller, he can't go back to Hollywood!"

Even if it was deliberately hidden, Lei Shidong's voice showed a bit of uncontrollable anger.

"Ha ha ha ha!"

Tang En laughed uncontrollably, "Mr. Redstone, you really know how to joke. I heard... You were a good Barry and an old friend back then."

"This is not a joke!" Lei Shidong shouted angrily.

Tang En frowned and said coldly, "I'm not in the mood to joke either!"

There was a sudden silence on the other end of the phone.

Redstone heard the decision from Dunn's voice.

This is something Dunn has never shown in the past.

"Young man, the wings are hard, are you going to start challenging us old guys?"

After a long while, Lei Shidong's indifferent voice came from the other end of the phone.

Dunn sneered with disdain, his tone was calm, "challenge? I never meant to challenge. From the first day I founded Dunn Films, I have been making movies honestly. But there are always some people who think young people It's so easy to bully, smack your nose and face! I have made concessions along the way, and I have admitted to being a coward. I have been a grandson, and I have lost a smile. But from now on, I! Dunn Walker! Never again!"

Lei Shidong pondered for a long time, without a trace of emotional fluctuations in his voice, and said: "Okay, very good! Young man, you can do it yourself."

Tang En did not give an inch, and replied indifferently: "Senior, you can do it yourself!"

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(Sanqi Chinese)