Chapter 232: The Beginning of the Counterattack
This is the same as playing politics, you can arbitrarily bully a certain competitor and search for black materials. But if the black material involves more people, not only can it not be made public, but it must also be covered up!
The scandal must not be allowed to spread to the entire industry, otherwise the huge vicious influence will erupt, and no one can bear this responsibility.
Of course, Donn wants to get rid of Disney and directly establish the status of Down Pictures in Hollywood.
But you must not ruin the reputation of the industry!
Disney is the originator of cartoons, suppressing the animated films of other film companies, and women and children are well known in the circle.
But it can't be made public!
Even DreamWorks didn't dare to publicly say that their cartoons were suppressed by Disney, and Don dared to wade into this troubled water?
Tang En's face returned to normal, and he said lightly: "Hollywood is a fair circle, if this place is full of bullying, then there will not be so many excellent film companies, right?"
Tony Duvall frowned, "But I've heard that Hollywood is very competitive. ”
Tang Enzheng said: "Hollywood has a healthy market, and where there is a market, there is competition, which is normal. It's as if the movies of Donn Pictures and Disney were released at the same time, and Disney vomited blood at a loss. It's a healthy competition that will promote the mutual growth of the two companies, and I'm sure Disney is looking forward to seeing that kind of competition. As for the vicious competition you are talking about...... I don't know about other industries, but Hollywood is a typical market that complies with laws and regulations. ”
Tony Duvall pursed his lips secretly, and when he saw the way Don was sitting precariously, he knew that he was cautious and would not communicate much on this topic.
"Hehe, let's go back to the movie, "Spider-Man" has been released for almost two months, and its popularity has declined, but at present, it seems that "Soul Girl" has failed to dominate the box office. I heard that there is still a movie released by Donn Pictures in September, called "Memory Fragments", can this film take over "Spider-Man"?"
Donn laughed, "Even if it's Disney, there's no guarantee that every movie will be a big hit, right?"
Tony Duvall glanced at the document in his hand and hurriedly said: "On August 25th, Disney will release a comedy "Fox Dog Party", and on September 15th, "Ten Thousand Styles" will be released, which will be released on the same day as "Fragments of Memory". Will Down Pictures' films be able to beat Disney at the box office this time?"
The corners of Tang En's mouth hooked slightly, and he said lightly: "No one can say anything about the box office." But...... This summer, "Spider-Man" has stepped on three Disney movies in a row, although "Soul Shifter" and "Memory Fragments" are not typical commercial films, but on behalf of Down Pictures, it is not impossible to step on Disney twice. ”
Tony Duval's eyes lit up, "Are you saying that ...... "Soul Shifter" will surpass "Fox Dogs" at the box office, and "Memory Fragments" will surpass "Charms" at the box office, right?"
"That's your understanding, I didn't say that. Don snorted, but soon he changed his tone, "In the past, Disney was just an animation studio, and it was because of the bankruptcy of Lianmei Pictures and Raiden Hua Pictures that it had a place in Hollywood, and their movies ...... It can be said that it is the weakest of the six majors. If Donn Pictures' films were to compete in the market, I would definitely choose Disney. ”
"Is it because Disney is easy to bully?"
"No, it's because several other film companies are too strong!"
……
Michael Eisner angrily slammed the newspaper on the desk, this Don really doesn't know how thick the sky is, it's such a dangerous moment, and he still wants to show off in front of the media!
He said that the other film companies are strong, so they can only compete with Disney, doesn't this understand that he is satirizing Disney's bottom six movies?
What's even more annoying is that in this guy's words, he sticks to the bottom line everywhere and maintains the dignity of Hollywood, and at the same time skillfully slaps the sycophants of several other major film companies, pointing the finger at Disney alone.
Is this his counterattack?
There's a fart!
What other role can it do in addition to being quick to talk and satirizing the poor quality of Disney's movies in front of the media? Can it solve the current crisis that Down Pictures is currently facing?
Wish for the moon!
And Donne's blatant provocation of Disney has undoubtedly deepened the contradiction between the two companies, and there is no possibility of resolving it.
Michael Eisner didn't believe that young Don could cope with the current predicament, but he smeared Disney's image in front of the media, which was too much!
Look what these newspapers are saying -
"Donn is ambitious and wants to kill Disney's films five times in a row at the box office!"
"Disney Movies Are Bad?" Down Pictures issued a declaration of challenge. 》
"The richest man director speaks again, Disney's movies are all garbage!"
"Keep up the good work, Donn Pictures continues to crush Disney!"
"Down Pictures swept Disney, and the six members are afraid of being replaced. 》
If these headlines Michael Eisner can still tolerate them, some gossip tabloids that are afraid that the world will not be chaotic made him almost vomit blood-
Disney Chairman Michael Eisner Gets on His Knees and Begs for Mercy from Donne!
"Disney movies are bloodbathed, and Michael Eisner is in danger of resignation. 》
"Donn is angry with Disney, and Mr. Eisner kneels and begs to be spared." 》
"Down Pictures made consecutive shots, and Michael Eisner was seriously ill and hospitalized. 》
Donn Stepping on Eisner's ......
……
Michael Eisner has been in Hollywood for more than twenty years, when has he ever been insulted by such a name?
Also kneeling on the ground begging for mercy, kneeling fart!
To kneel, it's also Donn Walker's stinky boy, Michael Eisner has set up a net formation, which has made him obediently admit it.
With only a few movies selling at the box office, do you really think that Down Pictures will be able to gain a foothold in Hollywood?
A bunch of idiots!
Michael Eisner's anger was stored in his chest, and he called the production department directly, """Soul Shifter Girl" is released, you know?"
Joe Ruth felt bitter in his heart, "Well, I know. ”
"I remember that "Fox Pack Dog Party" is a comedy, and it was screened 10 days later than "Soul Shifting Girl", and it surpassed "Soul Shifting Girl" at the box office, no problem, right?"
In the face of Michael Eisner's aggressive questioning, Joe Ruth stammered: "Although "Fox and Dogs" is a comedy, there are no stars to join, "Soul Shifter" is starring Nicole Kidman and Natalie Portman......
"A commercial comedy, can't even a niche literary film win?" said Michael Eisner, in a stern voice.
Joe Ruth couldn't have said how bitter it was.
If it was usual, he would definitely dare to pat his chest and promise. But behind "Soul Shifting Girl" is Don En, who has already suffered too many times from this young man, and he really doesn't dare to make judgments.
"Uh...... This one...... It's hard to say......"
"Rubbish!" Michael Eisner roared, paused, and then asked sharply, "What about "All Kinds of Charms"? I remember that this movie starred Gwyneth Paltrow, she was an Oscar-winning actress, and it was released at the same time as "Fragments of Memory", so it's no problem, right?"
Joe Ruth said wryly: ""Ten Thousand Kinds of Feelings" is a literary film with ...... box office competitiveness I'm afraid it's not high. ”
"Huh?" said Michael Eisner, angrily, "Isn't 'Soul Shifting Girl' a literary film? Joe, are you playing double standards with me?"
"No, it's not!" Joe Ruth was bitter and wanted to cry without tears, "Boss, it's really not like this, the movies produced by Donn Pictures, we can't look at them with conventional eyes. ”
Michael Eisner's teeth were clucking, and anger burned like fire in his heart.
Joe Ruth took a deep breath and hurriedly said loudly: "Boss, I still say the same thing, November's "Immortal Tribulation", I promise to make the company raise its eyebrows!"
"November?" Michael Eisner gritted his silver teeth and was furious, "There are still 3 months, is Disney going to be sarcastically derogatory by that bastard kid all the time in the past 3 months?"
"This ...... This ......"
Joe Ruth squeaked and couldn't say why.
"Rubbish!"
Michael Eisner hung up angrily, and after a long while, he slammed his desk and made a "bang" sound.
He really didn't expect that a newcomer who had just entered the industry for three or four years could cause him so much trouble.
Especially now, he has made a move, leading the entire Hollywood to target Donn Pictures, he is not an honest man, and he dares to risk the world's condemnation to make wild words, I really don't want to mix up?
Michael Eisner shook his head and sighed after reading Donn's interview with the Los Angeles Times again.
It's a pity that Donn's remarks, sticking to the bottom line, are only aimed at Disney and himself, not the entire industry. If you want to stimulate the thunder of the MPAA, it is not very feasible.
The MPAA, or Motion Picture Association of America, sounds official, but it is actually a non-governmental organization organized by the six major film companies to safeguard the common interests of Hollywood.
However, because of Hollywood's strong connections, the entire association has an unparalleled influence. If an overseas country infringes on Hollywood copyrights, you can even contact the White House and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to use diplomatic means to ensure everyone's interests.
This is true even for the state, let alone a small studio within Hollywood.
Once you start in the name of the MPAA official, then no matter how famous Don is, he will have to change his career!
But this kid's attitude is really cautious......
At this moment, Robert Iger, the president and chief operating officer of Disney and the chairman of ABC Group, approached his office with a solemn face.
"Michael, it's serious!"
"What's wrong?"
Michael Eisner was stunned.
Robert Iger said in a deep voice: "The five major brokerage companies have sent notices, and Towne Pictures has also issued a ban order on Disney!"
"What?!"
Michael Eisner was startled, but after blinking, he burst out laughing.