Something like Mel Gibson, not to mention that Ronan's position is already opposite to him, even the past collaborators are silent.

Mel Gibson offended not a single person or company, but the Jewish community, which had enormous resources at their disposal.

It is conceivable that Mel Gibson's career will be at a standstill for many years to come, waiting for time to fade away.

There are too many stars in Hollywood who die, and this can be said to be a very classic way to die.

In this kind of troubled water, how can Ronan and Relativity Entertainment go to it?

It doesn't matter what you think or say in private, but once you say it publicly, it's a big trouble.

Mel Gibson's incident fully deduces what it means to be called a curse from the mouth.

If nothing else, even Mel Gibson's agency has cut it off with him.

Robert Downey Jr. is a lover who was cared for and supported by Mel Gibson when he was in distress, and now Mel Gibson is unlucky, and he also wants to help.

But Ronan's direct refusal also made Robert Downey Jr. understand that in the face of this social trend, individuals simply cannot resist.

"I'm sorry. Robert Downey Jr. smiled sheepishly, "I'm causing you trouble." ”

Ronan patted Robert Downey Jr. on the arm and said, "It's okay." Donnie, give your friend a piece of advice, apologize seriously, and keep a low profile. ”

Robert Downey Jr. thought for a moment and said, "I see, thank you." ”

Other than that, there doesn't seem to be a good way to do it.

Ronan vaguely remembers that Mel Gibson's downfall was ten years long.

David Ellison walked over at this time, congratulated Ronan, and said, "Relativity Entertainment's achievements in the film business are really outstanding. He asked tentatively, "Ronan, how much can the Minions merchandise sell?"

Ronan smiled and said, "The profit is a little higher than the box office." ”

David Ellison said, "You're too modest. ”

"It's not modesty. Ronan said seriously: "With the increase in marketing expenses, the profit margin of a single film has been declining. ”

David Ellison was not a rookie when he first entered the circle, nodded slowly, and said: "The current movie, the investment in publicity and distribution is too high. ”

For example, he said: "You were running 'Blair the Witch,' which cost tens of thousands of dollars to produce, and I was like, 'That's a lot of money, isn't it?' and then I learned that you invested $20 million in publicity and distribution in North America alone. ”

Ronan said honestly: "Behind any film that seems to be a low-budget and high-grossing film, there is a huge amount of publicity and marketing expenditure. ”

David Ellison shook his head slowly: "It's a pity that Disney doesn't want to invest more in my movies." ”

Ronan asked curiously, "How are you and Ryan doing at Disney?"

Hearing Disney, David Ellison instantly came to his senses: "Ryan and I are all on the board, plus Dick Cook, Maple Leaf Pictures has occupied three seats on the Disney board, but we are still far from getting a controlling stake......"

Ronan said: "The situation at Disney is complicated, and you guys are doing a good job. ”

Ryan Kavanaugh and David Ellison knew about the chaos at Walt Disney when they first traded, and that's exactly what they valued.

Because without Disney in civil strife, they would not have had a chance to control it.

David Ellison added: "Maple Leaf Pictures has a lot of money, and Ryan and I are waiting for an opportunity to make Michael Eisner and Roy Disney look good when the time comes. ”

Ronan nodded slowly and said, "I wish you all a speedy fulfillment of your wishes." ”

"Definitely. David Ellison appeared very confident: "Now that we have joined the Walt Disney game, Maple Leaf Pictures is going to be the final winner." ”

He then said: "My new film 'Air Combat Heroes' will be released next week, so remember to come to the premiere. ”

Ronan answered: "No problem. He then asked, "Disney's release?"

David Ellison said: "The announcement was very dissatisfying. ”

Ronan didn't answer, he had also watched the former "Air Combat Heroes", as far as the movie itself is concerned, don't talk about it.

However, given the good relationship with David Ellison and Ryan Kavanaugh, Ronan took time out to attend the premiere of "Air Combat Heroes" the week after the celebration party.

At the entrance of the premiere theater, five vintage propeller planes from the twenties and thirties of the last century are arranged, not model props, but genuine vintage airplanes from Larry Ellison's collection.

David Ellison and Larry Ellison, father and son, are avid airplane enthusiasts.

The Ellison family's passion for airplanes is on full display in this air combat movie.

At the premiere, in addition to David Ellison, Ronan chatted with Ryan Kavanaugh for a while.

"David and I have done a lot of hard work at Disney. Ryan Kavanaugh said to Ronan: "With some of the distribution resources of Disney Pictures and Broadwell International, Maple Leaf Pictures' film distribution is no longer a problem. ”

Ronan said: "Walt Disney's distribution channels are among the best in the industry, and if you use it well, Maple Leaf Pictures will have a good opportunity to grow. ”

Ryan Kavanaugh sighed very emotionally: "If you don't enter this industry, I don't know, the top resources of distribution have already been divided, if you didn't give Maple Leaf Pictures the opportunity to enter Disney, we may have to worry about the distribution channel for many years to come, and we may also pay a huge price." ”

Ronan smiled and said: "Nowadays, whether the film is successful or not, the proportion of publicity and distribution even exceeds the production itself, and Relativity Entertainment is lucky, and it has established a global marketing channel that belongs to the company itself early." If it were a few years later, it would have been difficult for Relativity Entertainment to find an opportunity. ”

The civil unrest at Walt Disney may be sad for many, but Ryan Kavanaugh has always seen it as an opportunity: "Walt Disney is the only chance for Maple Leaf Pictures to get to the top of Hollywood. ”

For him and David Ellison, joining the Hollywood game certainly wanted to climb to the top.

Ronan said calmly: "I wish you all the best in taking control of Disney soon." ”

It is conceivable that Walt Disney, one of the six major Hollywood companies, will have fierce internal battles in the future.

As for Walt Disney's long-term plans, Ronan has not heard Ryan Cavanaugh and David Ellison mention it, perhaps these two are all focused on fighting for control of Disney for the time being, and after they get the power of Disney, they will talk about the future development.

But without a long-term plan, Disney will inevitably fall behind.

For some future plans, Relativity Entertainment has eliminated a strong competitor in advance.

David Ellison came to Ronan's side with a middle-aged man and introduced, "Father, this is Ronan, my friend. Ronan, this is my father, Larry Ellison. ”

Ronan shook Larry Ellison's hand and said, "It's nice to meet you." ”

Larry Ellison is usually arrogant, but in front of Ronan, he is still polite enough, and said with a smile: "Ronan, I'm glad to know you." ”

In terms of net worth and company influence, the two are about the same status, and they do not have a conflict of interest like Oracle and Microsoft, so they have a basis for peaceful coexistence.

After a few pleasantries, Larry Ellison said, "I heard you're working with Steve Jobs?"

Ronan didn't mean to deny it: "I bought Jobs' Pixar Studios, and he became one of the majority shareholders of Netflix Networks. ”

Larry Ellison asked, "Why don't you consider working with Oracle?"

Ronan responded: "If the opportunity is right, Relativity Entertainment welcomes every partner. ”

Larry Ellison grinned, "I'm a better partner than Jobs." ”

Ronan laughed, Larry Ellison really can't compare to Jobs in this regard!

Steve Jobs won't be hanging in a few years and won't pose much of a threat in itself, but Larry Ellison seems to have a long way to live.

This is arguably Steve Jobs' greatest strength.

Larry Ellison extended a warm invitation: "You're welcome to Oracle sometime, and we'll talk about it at that time." ”

Ronan seemed to be very serious and said, "I will definitely make a special trip to visit another day." ”

Many of Oracle's software are widely used in many industries, such as some systems of the Netflix network, which are also based on Oracle's software development and design.

But when it comes to traditional Hollywood film and television production, cooperation between the two sides is unlikely.

Ronan then walks into the premiere theater, accompanied by Ryan Kavanaugh.

Due to Walt Disney's limited investment in publicity and distribution, the premiere of "Air Combat Heroes" was not large, and the number of guests who could attend the premiere was also limited.

Ronan meets James Franco and chats with him.

The young actor, who has made a name for himself as the little Green Goblin, is also currently working with Relativity Entertainment, and James Franco will play the leading role in "Teddy Bear", which is being prepared by Shahai Entertainment.

To be precise, the supporting actor who should play the Super Pariah.

Ronan remembers very clearly that James Franco has a lot of funny talent, and he has starred in many-pee-fart comedy movies in the later stage, which is quite interesting.

For example, James Franco and Seth Rogen have worked together many times.

But on this movie, the performance of James Franco, the leading actor, can only be said to be very average.

When David Ellison invested in "Air Combat Heroes", he once made a bold statement that every additional plane in the film would increase the budget by $1 million.

However, the background of World War I makes the air combat scenes look a bit unbelievable, or the highlights are lacking.

Movies are movies after all, not history, after all, this is a commercial entertainment film, as long as the audience is willing to buy it, these problems are not a problem.

But David Ellison's road to Hollywood was not smooth, and "Air Combat Heroes" grossed only $6.03 million in its opening weekend in North America.