Many Hollywood studios have North American distribution capabilities but can't afford to distribute films overseas, and Polygram Pictures is the opposite.

Founded in the early 90s, this UK-registered film company initially focused on making films, and it was not until 1993 that it really had the ability to distribute films, and the scope of initial film distribution was limited to the United Kingdom.

Thanks to PolyGram's mature record distribution system, PolyGram Pictures has been able to establish a film distribution channel very quickly, and by the time Polygram was acquired by Seagram Group, PolyGram Pictures already had the ability to distribute films in Europe, Australia, East Asia, Southeast Asia and Latin America.

But PolyGram Pictures has no distribution channels in North America, and the North American film market is the most exclusive film market in the world, and it is too difficult for foreign companies to break into the North American film market, even for British companies.

In the past few years, Polygram Pictures has relied on two companies in North America, Sony Columbia Pictures and Gramercy Films, to distribute its films.

In the conference room, Garcia asked, "Those people in PolyGram's distribution department are very familiar with Sony Columbia Pictures?"

Ronan took out a document, handed it over, and said, "Sony Columbia has released a total of seven films for PolyGram. ”

After reading the information, Garcia gave it to Robert again, saying, "We don't know anyone from Polygram, and this will be a big obstacle. ”

Ronan agreed with what he said: "It's much easier to have someone you know to introduce you." ”

Robert immediately answered: "Sony Columbia Pictures?"

Ronan nodded and continued: "Judging from the information collected, the distribution department of Polygram Pictures is headed by Alan Albert and Danny Donald, Alan Albert is the director, and Danny Donald is his deputy. ”

"We have a distribution channel in North America. Robert said, "The Middle East's words...... There is also Africa, where these two local markets are smaller and can be built on the basis of the original. ”

Garcia reminded: "If we can get our hands on it. ”

Ronan looked serious: "That's right. If Universal Pictures does lay off Polygram Pictures' personnel, this group of people will probably attract some people's attention. ”

Companies like DreamWorks and Lionsgate dream of having overseas distribution channels.

In particular, as long as DreamWorks establishes its overseas distribution capabilities, it will really have some capital to compete with the six major companies.

Ronan asked Garcia, "How's your inquiry at Universal?"

"News inside Universal. Garcia replied: "As you get the same information, what Universal really wants is PolyGram Pictures' film library, and it has no interest in employees who need a lot of human capital, and Universal's overseas distribution system is much more complete than PolyGram, and it doesn't need the channel that Polygram has just built." ”

Ronan asked, "Have you heard that other companies are interested in Polygram?"

Robert and Garcia looked at each other, and the latter said, "Not yet." ”

Ronan knows the appeal of distribution channels to studios that want to go big, saying, "Ask a little bit more about that, especially DreamWorks and Lionsgate." ”

Most of Hollywood's production companies are engaged in production in An'an, and there are actually many companies that want to become bigger, but very few of them are really implemented.

Funding and risk alone can stump 99 percent of small companies.

Relativity Entertainment is now more well-funded, and even counting the distribution of Embassy Pictures, "Blair the Witch" has a large amount of revenue.

The North American box office revenue was $79.5 million, the sequel rights were sold for $12 million, the first week of videotapes and discs was $7 million, plus the revenue in the following months is now $9 million, all overseas rights are $50 million, the first round of TV broadcasts is $3 million, and the next two rounds are $1 million.

The total revenue of the film is currently $161.5 million, and the TV broadcast and videotapes and discs will continue to generate revenue.

Of course, there are not so many pure profits, such as videotapes and discs have to be given a cut to the channel, and so on.

As for those people in the tax bureau, Ronan never wanted to take the initiative to provoke, tax avoidance is also a legal means, and investment tax deduction is the best way.

At present, "The Grim Reaper" is still being released in North America, with a total of $65.5 million at the North American box office, and it won't be long before this film can also bring in a lot of money.

With funds in hand, Ronan has the confidence, otherwise he can't even meet the salary of others, how can he poach people?

Ronan called Dinah and the investigators in London to help collect more and more detailed information, and if Universal Pictures really did what he knew, he would be able to make a targeted plan and attract people more easily.

Even Ronan got the news from Polygram Pictures, and of course these situations are also on the desks of some bigwigs in the circle.

In a small conference room on the top floor of DreamWorks Pictures, the Big Three gathered, along with several other core executives of the company.

"I've worked with Universal Pictures for many years and just got in touch with Ron Meyer. "Spielberg's relationship with Universal Pictures is quite complicated," Ron Meyer confirmed, adding that Universal only has PolyWood's film library and nothing else is interested. ”

David Geffen held his bald head and asked, "Steven, can't you let Universal Pictures buy Polygram Pictures first and then transfer the distribution division to us?"

Spielberg showed a wry smile: "David, this is not possible, my relationship with Universal Pictures ......"

After all, David Geffen is engaged in the record industry, and he doesn't know much about some things in Hollywood, Spielberg knows this, but he doesn't want to explain it, his love-hate entanglement with Universal Pictures is really inexplicable.

In the early 90s, in order to finance the filming of Schindler's List, he had to accept the directorship of "Jurassic Park" under pressure from Universal Pictures, and since then his relationship with Universal has taken a sharp turn for the worse, which is one of the reasons why he decided to create DreamWorks.

Jereif Katzenberg said: "The rise of DreamWorks will touch the interests of the inherent forces, and the big six companies are the ones who are the least willing to see DreamWorks establish a perfect channel, and Universal Pictures will sell us overseas distribution channels?"

This was a little questioning, and David Geffen glanced at Jereif Katzenberg with an unhappy expression.

Jareif Katzenberg snorted softly in his throat and didn't seem to be very happy with David Geffen either.

DreamWorks has been established for five years, and the Big Three, which were still united at the beginning, have long been rifted by various interests and power disputes.

But in the general direction of the company, the three are still consistent.

Spielberg interjected in time: "Overseas distribution channels are very important to DreamWorks! He looked at Jereif Katzenberg first: "Cartoons in the animation division can also enter the global market through DreamWorks channels. Then he looked at David Geffen: "We can also learn from Polygram and build a global record channel based on the film channel." ”

David Geffen and Jerev Katzenberg both nodded their heads in support of Spielberg.

The triumvirate has been secretly fighting and compromising, and now Spielberg is in charge of live-action film and television and related industries, with Jared Katzenberg in charge of animation production, and David Geffen in charge of recording and music.

In a way, the Big Three stand on their own.

This may stabilize the power structure at the top, but a three-legged situation is not good for a start-up company.

Spielberg added: "Ron Meyerken leaked this news because of my personal relationship, and it is absolutely impossible for Universal Pictures to help DreamWorks." ”

Jerevifer Katzenberg asked, "Stephen, it won't be long before the news spreads, overseas distribution channels are too important for us to take it down as soon as possible." ”

David Geffen didn't speak, but he also looked at Spielberg with concern.

He is the one who is most familiar with the film industry here.

Spielberg said: "I haven't been in contact with PolyGram Pictures, and I'm not familiar with their management, and at the moment PolyGene Pictures people are all in London, England, and we need to send people to London as soon as possible to get the whole team in PolyWood's distribution department to join DreamWorks." ”

He looked at a deep-haired nose: "I have asked my acquaintances in London to find out about Polygram Pictures, and there will be news soon." Albert, you go to London, you have to take down PolyGram's publishing team. ”

Facing the Big Three, Albert said confidently: "You wait for my good news. ”

David Geffen advised: "The news has not yet spread in full swing, so be careful to keep it secret so as not to attract more competitors." ”

Spielberg also said: "Yes, be careful to keep it secret. ”

"Hmm. Albert nodded cautiously.

Spielberg is also more at ease with him, this is his confidant, and his ability may not be strong, but his loyalty is commendable, and he will never betray the interests of DreamWorks.

Due to his ability, Alberg's position is not very high, and if he can do this, he will be able to raise his position in a fair and bright way.

The details were discussed later, and after the meeting, Albert left DreamWorks to go home and pack his bags for the next morning to London.

As soon as I came to the front hall, an entertainment agent who knew him came over.

"Mr. Hoffman. The agent leaned over to Albert and whispered, "The character I said last time ......"

When Albert left the building, he said, "Let them all go to the Marina Hotel in the evening, and I will discuss the roles with them personally." ”

The meaning of these words could not be clearer, and the agent immediately said: "No problem, it will be delivered on time at seven o'clock in the evening." ”

Watching Albert Hoffman leave, the smile on the agent's face disappeared and he spit: this person is a pervert, and his appearance is too ugly!

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