Chapter 652: Time Warner's Invitation

In the VIP room of the theater, as soon as Ronan chatted with Christopher Nolan, Zack Schneider came over, and in the face of such a high-end premiere, the British director, who has not yet released any film works, seems a little restrained.

After all, it is always embarrassing to be unrecognized and ignored.

Zack Schneider was introduced to Christopher Nolan, who in turn said to Ronan: "Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale are training with magic, and I chose Miss Scarlett Johansson ......for the heroine."

In terms of interpersonal communication, Christopher Nolan is equally good: "By the end of October at the latest, "Deadly Magic" can start filming. ”

Ronan nodded lightly and said, "I have confidence in you. ”

Zack Schneider watched Ronan and Christopher Nolan talk, but couldn't interject, somewhat helpless.

There's no way, it's really hard for a small person who has not become famous to speak in front of a big person.

Ronan ended the conversation with Nolan, saw Zack Schneider's embarrassment somewhat, and said to him, "Let's go, Zach, I'll take you to an old friend." ”

Walking through the crowd, countless people enthusiastically took the initiative to greet Ronan.

For most people, Ronan just smiled and nodded.

Zack Schneider has a more intuitive understanding of Ronan's status and influence in the Hollywood industry.

"Hi Ronan. ”

Before he got closer, Charles Rowan came over and took the initiative to greet Ronan, and then shook hands with Zack Snyder, unabashedly admiring: "Zach, welcome to the premiere." ”

Zack Schneider hurriedly smiled and said, "The premiere was an eye-opener for me. ”

Ronan said at this time: "Charles, Zach is not very used to the environment here, I still have something to ......"

Charles Rowan hurriedly answered: "Ronan, hand over Zack." ”

Ronan nodded, and said to Zack Schneider, "Call me if there's something." ”

Zack Schneider needs to be more close to Charles Rowan to be appropriate.

Charles Rowan served as a producer representing Warner Bros. and DC Comics in Nolan's Batman: Time to War, and if nothing else, Charles Rowan will certainly continue to play that role in the next two Batman films.

Originally, Charles Rowan was Warner Bros. the best and most famous producer, coupled with the effect bonus of the new "Batman" movie, Charles Rowan will inevitably be the preferred producer of Warner Bros. and DC Comics to open up the "Justice League Universe" in the future.

Not far away, two people were observing Ronan's side.

Kevin Tsuhara gestured to Ronan with his eyes: "Stephen, this is Ronan Anderson. ”

The middle-aged man named Stephen looked over there with interest: "Younger than the pictures in the media newspapers. ”

"Young, but powerful. Kevin Tsohara, as the head of Warner Bros.'s film business, seems to be deeply touched: ""Time to War" has four test screenings, won unanimous praise, and the North American first-weekend advance box office exceeded $15 million, which can almost declare the commercial success of the film, and Batman is about to be resurrected. But this repechage, Ronan Anderson is key. ”

Stephen smiled, "I've heard of it too. Director Christopher Nolan was strongly recommended by Ronan Anderson, and the plot choice to borrow "The Dark Knight Returns" was also promoted by him, and it is said that Warner Bros. had no intention of rebooting the Batman movie at the time, and it was Ronan Anderson who persuaded you. ”

Kevin Tsuhara still has the characteristics of an island man to some extent, and he is not embarrassed, but admired: "Without Ronan Anderson, there would be no resurrection of Batman on the big screen." ”

His voice changed abruptly: "It's a pity that Ronan Anderson is now the master of Marvel." ”

"That's not a bad thing," Stephen said. ”

Kevin Tsohara was puzzled at first, then came to his senses and tried to ask, "Is there something in mind from the head office?"

Stephen didn't answer, and pointed over there, "Help me introduce Ronan Anderson." ”

The two quickly came to Ronan.

"Stephen, this is Ronan Anderson, Hollywood ace producer. Kevin Tsohara was quick to introduce both sides: "Ronan, this is Stephen Case, the CEO of Time Warner. ”

Although it was a little strange for the CEO of Time Warner Group to appear in front of him, Ronan politely shook hands with Stephen Case: "It's a pleasure to meet you." ”

Stephen Keys laughed and said, "Me too." He said, "Mr. Anderson has brought a masterpiece to Warners." ”

"You're welcome, Relativity Entertainment accounted for more than half of the investment in this project," Ronan said. ”

Kevin Tessohara looked at Ronan curiously, and then looked at Stephen Keys with a little confusion, not understanding why Stephen Keys was faintly targeting Ronan.

Stephen Case's words obviously treat Ronan as a producer hired and subordinate by Warner, while Ronan's words emphasize that the two sides are investment cooperation.

"I heard Mr. Anderson is working on a Marvel superhero movie?" asked Stephen Case.

Ronan said in a relaxed voice: "Iron Man, try to see the effect." ”

Stephen Keys further asked, "Are you very optimistic about the market prospects of these Marvel superheroes?"

Ronan was a little helpless: "I also think that what I am preparing is Marvel's first-line superheroes such as "Spider-Man" or "Fantastic Four", but there is no copyright. ”

"I have a better suggestion, and perhaps Mr. Anderson could consider it. Stephen Case's words are very jumpy: "Warner Bros. has more experience in the production and distribution of comic book superhero films, and Mr. Anderson can work with Warner Bros. more deeply. ”

Ronan was instantly vigilant, but his face remained silent, and he said, "Oh, can Mr. Case tell me more about it?"

Stephen Keys said lightly: "Warner Bros.'s current CEO contract is about to expire, Time Warner will not renew his contract, I don't know Mr. Anderson, you are not interested in the position of Warner Bros. CEO?"

This was completely unexpected by Ronan, and he didn't know how to answer for a while.

Kevin Tsuhara was almost stunned because he had been trying to compete for the position of the next CEO of Warner Bros.

Stephen Keys continued: "Mr. Anderson, you become the CEO of Warner Bros., Warner Bros. and Relativity Entertainment are one family, and all resources can be shared. ”

Ronan has understood that this seems to be a very special opinion, and in the final analysis, it is still Time Warner who wants to swallow relativity entertainment.

"I think that's a good idea. Ronan said directly: "Warner Bros. and Relativity Entertainment are one, and I want absolute control." ”

Stephen Case asked rhetorically, "Mr. Anderson thinks the value of relativistic entertainment is higher than that of Warner Bros."

Ronan is thick-skinned: "In my heart, that's exactly the case. ”

"I think ......," Stephen Keys meant, "relativistic entertainment is less than a third of the value of Warner Bros. ”

Ronan spread his hands slightly: "The differences are too big, it seems that I can't be the CEO of Warner Bros. anymore." ”

Hearing this, Kevin Tesohara interjected at the right time: "Ronan, you are doing a good job now, and it feels like the best fit for you." ”

Ronan laughed twice and said, "Makes sense. He didn't want to play this kind of temptation game with Stephen Keys anymore: "Kevin, Mr. Case, there's a director waiting for me, so I'll take my leave." ”

"You're welcome. "Kevin Tsuhara can't wait for Ronan to go.

Ronan called Zack Schneider and went into the theater together.

Sitting in the chair, thinking of Stephen Case's words, Ronan shook his head slightly, and more and more people and companies were eyeing Relativity Entertainment.

Perhaps, in the eyes of a media giant like Time Warner, Relativity Entertainment is an unusually delicious cake that you can't wait to swallow in one bite.

Fortunately, Relativity Entertainment has not been listed, and there will be no financial difficulties for the time being.

Otherwise, whether it is listed or raised through other channels, it will inevitably bring a lot of trouble, and if you don't get it right, Relativity Entertainment will change owners.

The Pacific Investment Fund, on its part, can still find investment from overseas to ensure the production budget, and each blockbuster film can be called a cash cow, bringing abundant liquidity and reserve funds to Relativity Entertainment.

Maybe when Netflix goes public, it can distract some companies and find new partners for Relativity Entertainment through financing.

Ronan's attitude towards Netflix is very clear, with a controlling stake in Netflix in the same way that Steve Jobs currently controls the already listed Pixar Studios.

Even if Pixar Studios goes public, Steve Jobs has always personally held close to 51% of Pixar's shares.

"The movie is about to begin. ”

I don't know who said this, and then the whole theater fell silent.

The first to light up is the opening of Warner Bros., followed by the opening of Shahai Entertainment, both of which show an eerie blue-black color, representing the darkening style of the whole film.

The first installment in the series necessarily needed to recast Bruce Wayne, determine the overall style of the film, and with enough information leaked in the advance publicity, "Time to Go to War" is about how and why Bruce Wayne became Batman.

Batman is not born to be Batman, nor is he actively incarnated as Batman, it is a painful and even darkening process, and Bruce Wayne's soul even undergoes a cleansing in the process.

Fear is undoubtedly the most important theme that the film begins to show.

From the very beginning of the film, the childhood Bruce Wayne falls to the bottom of a well, is attacked by a swarm of bats, and fear, this human instinct is ignited throughout the film.

In part, this fear indirectly killed his parents.

The hatred of the murderer, the anger in the heart, the depravity of the city, the confusion of the future, and the hatred of crime......

If a person wants to be strong, he needs not only the body, but also the same strong heart.