Chapter 787： human spirit

Head to head Hollywood 787 author Qian Duxue Full text 3470 words

One-on-one Hollywood Chapter 787 Human Essence As the first masterpiece of the New Universal Group this year, there were many heavyweight guests at the premiere of "Ghost Rider". In addition to Marvel's superheroes, almost all of them were present, and many New York social celebrities were present. This is for Dunn's face. Everyone who is smart, everyone understands the prestige, strength and potential of Tang En in this era! This year's "Forbes" list of the world's richest people has been officially released! Dunn's personal assets, as high as 60.5 billion US dollars! In this list, far ahead! Even Bill Gates, the world's richest man in the past decade, is worth $13.3 billion behind! You know, Dunn is only 26 years old! This year, Google, which Dunn directly holds, will be listed, and many Asian Internet companies indirectly held by the Scott Swift Foundation will also be listed one after another. It is conceivable that in the next few years, his personal wealth will enter a period of explosive growth. Man said to be celebrities in the entertainment industry, social elites from all walks of life, at this moment, they all have to curry favor with Tang En. In Tang En's identity, entertainment stars do not need him to entertain in person, and most of the business elites in New York are nodding acquaintances. However, there is one person Dunn must personally receive - Comcast's president and chief operating officer Steve Burke. It was a real surprise that he could come to the premiere in person. "Yo? Look at your look... NBC Group's acquisition is about to end, right?" Tang En walked over with a smile and shook hands with him enthusiastically. Steve Burke cautiously pointed to the corner next to him, avoided many people at the reception, and whispered, "It's troublesome!" "Isn't it?" Dunn said with a face of disbelief and half a smile. , "NBC has been looking for a partner for many years. Can they refuse Comcast?" Steve Burke shook his head, hesitated, and said bluntly: "Our boss... is a bit demanding." Oh?" "He is not satisfied with 49% of the shares, and he insists on taking 51%." "Directly take control of NBC?" Tang En was slightly startled, and then nodded, "Well, this ambition is like Mr. Roberts. In the past two years, they were clamoring to buy Disney." Steve Burke looked slightly embarrassed, and said embarrassingly: "Disney... just a test, in fact, we all know that it is impossible." Tang En waved his hand, glanced at him meaningfully, and said with a smile: "It's easy to get 49% of the shares, but if you want to gain control and buy 51% of the shares in one go, this transaction...isn't it difficult? ?" Steve Burke said bitterly: "It's not just difficult, GE and NBC have refused to negotiate at one point." "Let's make some more chips." "We've already offered $9.5 billion in cash. That's it! In addition to the 5.5 billion US dollars of debt that needs to be undertaken, the total quotation has reached as high as 15 billion US dollars!" "15 billion US dollars?" Dunn looked surprised, "They don't agree to this condition?" Steve Burke shook his head Said: "They don't want to give up control of NBC at this time." Dunn narrowed his eyes slightly, but he could understand. After Jack Welch resigned from GE, GE...seems to have lost its backbone, its stock price has been falling over the past few years, and product sales have declined. At this time, GE is also looking forward to promoting its image and advertising its products through NBC's influence. Naturally, control will not be handed over easily. Of course, in the case of capital mergers and acquisitions, there is no business that cannot be negotiated. "What do you need me to do?" Tang En stared straight at the other party, already seeing the purpose. Steve Burke was able to come over in his busy schedule, and he also specially attended the reception after the premiere, which is obviously a conspiracy. Sure enough, he said frankly: "Tomorrow, I will take the team to visit NBC. If you are free... Can you come with us?" "Me?" Dunn gave him a deep look, his face indifferent, "The schedule is all arranged. It's full, I'm afraid I can't go wrong." Of course Tang En understood what the other party meant. Following the Comcast team and visiting NBC together is equivalent to giving Comcast a platform. It is equivalent to telling GE and NBC in disguise that Dunn supports Comcast to get control of NBC! Dunn didn't even need to say a word, as soon as he appeared, he could solve a lot of trouble for Comcast. This is the face of the supreme in the industry. If the people at the bottom want to have a better life, they must give up their face and even their dignity to look for opportunities. For example, female stars will rush to climb into Tang En's bed. But at the level of Tang En, face is often priceless. GE and NBC executives aren't as dumb as Quentin Tarantino. Tang En himself called and told him not to participate in "Fahrenheit 911", but he still dared to refuse? The brain is flooded, it can't be so stupid, right? This kind of mistake, the bosses of NBC will certainly not make. You know, New Universal Group is the largest TV program manufacturer in the United States today! Although New Universal does not have such giant TV networks as NBC and CBS, New Universal can produce TV programs with huge ratings! In the past few years, in the TV program rankings of major public TV networks, in addition to the classic TV series such as "Friends" and "Seinfeld", there are also the most popular nighttime talk shows by American audiences, and the TV programs produced by New Universal Group almost dominate. List! "American Idol", "Truth or Dare", "The Bachelor", "Global Model Contest", "Wise and Brave"...Which one is not a reality show with a very high ratings? New Universal does not have a public television network business, which means that New Universal and the four major TV stations, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX, are not competitors. It can easily sell TV content products among the four major TV stations. Make money for yourself through other people's platform channels. Rather, it is a beautiful thing. Especially this year, after New Universal determined that it would not be involved in the public television network business in the short term, it began to change its development thinking, from channel expansion to content production. In addition to reality TV shows, many TV series including "The Office", "How I Met Your Mother", "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." and "Mad Men" have been put on the production agenda. Among them, NBC has preliminarily finalized the broadcast of two TV series, namely "The Office" and "How I Met Your Mother". Therefore, whether it is Dunn's wealth, status, contacts and influence, or the cooperation with New Universal, NBC should give him a face. Otherwise...if New Universal is no longer working with NBC, it will be an unbearable loss. Steve Burke knew that Dunn was talking about conditions, and said in a low voice: "We are willing to reduce the operating commission of the STA TV network by one percentage point." The STA TV network now has 24.5 million paying household users, of which Kang Custer accounted for 18 million. Previously, when Comcast operated exclusively, the operating fee was 8%. Later, New Universal cancelled the exclusive right to operate, and Comcast's operating fee naturally increased, becoming 10% of the industry's prevailing rate. If it can be reduced by one percentage point to 9%, it is also a good condition. 18 million paying users, the total annual subscription revenue will reach 1.7 billion US dollars! A 1% difference...that's $17 million! Tang En still looked embarrassed and said, "No, there is really something going on tomorrow, and an appointment has been made." Comcast relies on the STA TV network to make so much money in a year, and also solves such a big cash flow problem, giving new money to newcomers. Universal ceded some of its benefits, shouldn't it? This is the basic law of business. He won't be lured by this little money. Steve Burke went on to say: "The promotion of Discovery Communications ... we will do our best to use all resources, including business in Europe and Latin America." This is a good condition. Tang En nodded slightly, but still did not let go. "I heard...you're having some trouble in England?" Steve Burke finally threw the biggest bait. Sure enough, Dunn's complexion changed and he looked at him seriously, "You have a way?" Steve Burke smiled slightlyIs it the BBC? " Tang En narrowed his eyes, his face was slightly cold, "Your source of information... is really amazing. "Steve Burke didn't care and smiled: "Six years ago, Comcast acquired a TV operating company, including part of the British TV business. ""Um? " Dunn's face flashed a touch of disbelief, "It's not related to the BBC, right? ""There are some connections, including five channels such as sports and music, all of which have business transactions. ""it is good! sharp! Dunn couldn't help but give a thumbs up. Damn, they are all human beings! Murdoch's News Corporation was enough to shock him. Only then did he know that these powerful media empires are intricately connected and have a real background. Can't be underestimated." So, can you spare time tomorrow? Steve Burke looked at Dunn with a smile. Dunn was not embarrassed. The business relationship was originally a transaction relationship. He nodded and said, "Well, these three conditions are all very good. But...Steve, on the BBC, can you really talk? Don't pretend to be a big-tailed wolf! Steve Burke laughed, "If you have business dealings, you will naturally have the opportunity to speak. Besides, you don't really want to take action against the BBC, do you? A little trick to show some muscle is enough, right? In this case, the BBC always has to give Comcast a face. "Well, tomorrow... let's go to NBC together!" Dunn took a deep breath. No wonder Michael Eisner often told him in private that he did not regret missing Jeffrey Katzenberg and firing Michael Ovitz. Steve Burke is let go. He will be the best successor. When we met today, I really felt the same way. Comcast has Steve Burke, and it really wants to complete a TV giant to The transformation of the entertainment giant. Please remember this book's first domain name:. 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