In late September, Sid's main focus in the UK was still spent on preparing for "Harry Potter", although there were dedicated talents in each department to lead the way, and the logistics were supported by Henry's team of producers. Pen & Fun & Pavilion www.biquge.info

But whether it is from the set of the scene, or the costumes and special effects of the characters in the film, etc., they all need Sid's full supervision, plus this is the first A-level blockbuster of Fire Lion Pictures, in order to be perfect, Sid has strict requirements in all aspects. Even in many ways, it is built on a level that surpasses the original film.

Just for the panoramic view of Diagon Alley, Sid had the set department create a complete interior for each of the magic shops, "Even if there is only one side in front of the camera, you have to create the whole scene." Sid said solemnly to his colleagues in the crew.

Due to Sid's strict requirements, it took more than two months to set up for each magic shop, as all the small posters, props, etc. had to be remade.

The same applies to the costumes of the actors, not to mention. The different styles of clothing for the students of the four Hogwarts houses, as well as the wizarding robes of the adult actors, each has to be shaped not only in a sophisticated way, but also in response to the characteristics of their characters.

Both the design team and the production team have spent a lot of thought and effort.

"Boss, they're coming. An assistant producer on the production team trotted all the way to Sid after he finished his discussion with the crew.

"Oh. Sid nodded, "Then let's go over." ”

With that, Sid and his assistant walked through the studio area of Pinewood Studios to their rest office building, where several suiters in leather shoes were waiting. As soon as they saw Sid and them, the other party immediately stood up.

"It's a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Leon. One of the leaders said in English with some accents, "I'm Basil, Airbus' marketing manager for Europe. ”

"Oh, hello. Sid nodded slightly to the other party, then sat down, coming to the UK for nearly a month, his continuous work every day, Sid was a little tired physically and mentally.

"Do you want to see me today?" asked Sid after sitting down, it turned out that this meeting was initiated by Airbus.

The people in charge of the other party looked at each other, and then it was Basil who spoke: "That's right, Mr. Leon. Recently, your company's TV station sent us a request to buy an old aircraft. ”

Oh, that's what I did.

Sid immediately understood it, and after the other party chattered about the reasons why they were better and better than Boeing, he said: "This matter is the job of the TV department, they will naturally make the best choice, I will not interfere with the work of my subordinates." ”

The Airbus crowd couldn't help but be a little discouraged when they saw Sid's resolute attitude, but Basil rolled his eyes, and then asked: "Mr. Leon, I don't know if you came to the UK by private jet or charter flight?"

"England?" Sid curled the corners of his mouth, vaguely knowing what the other man meant, which made him admire Basiler's ability to improvise.

"I came here as a Gulf Stream. Sid said: "The crew of the crew chartered a few planes to come over. ”

"The Gulfstream 5 is truly a fantastic private jet. Basille smiled and said, "But don't you think that the Gulfstream plane is too small for a rich man like you?

Basiler's words made Sid shrug his shoulders, "If you say so, the Gulfstream is so small that people with space phobia don't dare to sit down." ”

Basille immediately seized the opportunity and said: "So I think a young hero like you should travel on our Airbus private jet to show off your unique taste and, of course, be more comfortable." ”

"Oh. Sid laughed, "Do you Airbus also make private jets?"

Prior to 2000, the choice in the global private jet market was drab, with only a handful of small private jet companies such as Gulfstream and Bombardier. And whether it is Airbus or Boeing, they only build large passenger aircraft.

"We have been designing the world's first large private jet, the ACJ319, since 1997. Basil said enthusiastically, and then he beckoned, and his subordinates immediately presented the brochure that had been prepared.

Sid had nothing to do, and when he opened it, he saw that the large fuselage, which was not much different from a normal airliner, did look much larger than a small aircraft such as the Gulfstream. Then there is the display of the interior of the aircraft, although it is only a computer-generated display map, but it can be seen that the interior space of the ACJ319, which is nearly 12 meters high and nearly 4 meters wide, is very wide.

"The ACJ319 private jet will be the world's first large luxury jet private jet. He was adapted from the Airbus 320 civil aircraft, and first of all, as you can see, it is absolutely spacious, comfortable, quiet and stable, and safe and reliable. Basil saw Sid's expression of interest and immediately said.

Then he added: "Secondly, it has a cruising range of up to 11,000 km, which can achieve a super long range from New York to Tokyo." This is also the only private jet in the world today that can do it. ”

"Our master cabin is basically divided into three areas, a common area, a private office area, and a private bedroom. ”

With the introduction of Basil, Sid looked through the promotional pictures of the corresponding parts one by one, and I have to say that the promotional pictures of these large companies such as Airbus are very beautiful.

"The public area combines the functions of three small areas for resting, meeting and dining, and this area is the largest, even if you want to have a party in the air. ”

Finally, Basiler added: "What you see now is a promotional sketch produced by our marketing department, and if you need it, we can determine any decoration style you want according to your requirements." ”

"Well, that's interesting. Sid looked through all the albums and said, "And what are your prices?"

"$87 million. Basil's answer made several of Sid's assistants secretly angry.

Sid blinked unmoved, "Can I only buy it?"

"Of course not. "Just like a Rolls-Royce car, you can rent it for a long time, and the cost is about one-fifth of the price a year." ”

"Where's the timing?" asked Sid, "is it available now?"

"In the first half of next year (2000), we will officially launch it on the market. Basile replied.

"Well-" Sid thought with a smile, "I can't decide whether or not to buy a private jet right now, so I'm going to France next month, and I'll see the actual model of the 319 when the time comes, how about it?"

"No problem. Basile agreed.

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In October, Sid finally set off for Paris, France, after completing the scheduled work, on the one hand, for the purpose of an agreement with Victoria and others, and on the other hand

When Sid had just arrived in Paris, an unexpected phone call hit his mobile phone, and Sid opened the phone with some confusion: "Hey, Steve? I haven't been in touch for a long time, why are you in the mood to find me today?"

Jobs was still as straightforward as ever, and he said on the other side of his phone: "Sid, Akio Morita passed away yesterday!"

"Who?" Sid didn't react.

"Akio Morita!" Jobs's voice was filled with irrepressible excitement.

"Why is this name so familiar?" Sid frowned, "Morita...... The one of the founders of Sony!"

"yes, you know what that means, right?" Jobs laughed.

"There's no one who can put a handle on the divisions within Sony. Sid's words hit the nail on the head.

Sony and Time Warner have some similarities, the same huge volume, the same hills, and many internal contradictions!

When the original founders Akio Morita and Daidai Ibuka were alive, they were able to calm the internal conflicts of Sony, but now, the last founder has passed away. The Sony Group, which was originally united and powerful, will inevitably erupt even more contradictions. This will be the turning point of Sony's transformation from prosperity to decline!

The turning point of Sony, the biggest enemy of Apple's iPod, will also give Apple itself a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to dominate the Mp3 Walkman market!

"So how is the development of the iPod going? or is it going to wait until 2001?" Sid asked with interest.

"Of course. Jobs couldn't help but laugh: "Do you think the ultimate version of our vision is so easy to realize? ”

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Although Paris Fashion Week is the grand finale of the fashion industry, where fashionistas from all over the world gather, it is not limited to people in the fashion industry, many celebrities from all walks of life will also attend here.

"Victoria, look this way!!" "David (Beckham), David, this way, please look this way!"

At the recent Saint Laurent fashion show, the disbanded hot girl duo Victoria and her husband, David Beckham, a heartthrob in British football, unexpectedly arrived, much to the excitement of the global media gathered in Paris.

The couple have been the most popular stars in the world lately, with Victoria's former Spice Girls being needless to say, and David Beckham, who just won the legendary treble for the Red Devils in the first half of the year, is even more popular, especially in Europe.

Whenever they appear, they always attract as much attention as the fashion tycoons, which not only makes the media happy, but also makes the major fashion brands treat them as guests.

Today was D&G's fashion show, and Victoria and David Beckham stood in front of the media wall for a photo, and the excitement of the media was almost blinding.