Chapter 255: Megan's Little Awkwardness

In Ex's office, Lin Mingyang finally knew the reason why Lei Shidong left in such a hurry.

Spielberg and Jeffrey Katzenberg, two of the DreamWorks Triumvirate, abruptly announced their departure from Paramount and plans to set up a brand new DreamWorks with the help of an Indian entertainment company, while DreamWorks' film distribution was ready to be handed over to Universal Pictures.

Lei Shidong was also discussing the filming plan of "Transformers 2" with Lin Mingyang on the plane, and in the blink of an eye, Spielberg announced that DreamWorks and Paramount, a subsidiary of Viacom, had officially separated. This news was hyped on major news portals for the first time, Lin Mingyang didn't expect that the speculation on the plane would become a reality so quickly, but the speed of development of things far exceeded his imagination.

"The copyrights of many DreamWorks movies are under Spielberg's name, and Jeffrey Katzenberg leads the animation studio under DreamWorks, as soon as these two people leave, Paramount's DreamWorks will become a veritable empty shell, Lei Shidong will find you so quickly, it should be helpless, but judging from today's situation, Spielberg did not pass through with him in advance, otherwise he would not be so leisurely on the plane to take a bath with you." After synthesizing various sources, Ex came to such a conclusion.

"It has nothing to do with us how to deal with this issue within the Viacom Group, but it is obvious that this matter will speed up the process of Lei Shidong's cooperation with us" Lin Mingyang put his legs on Ex's desk, half leaned back in his chair, and quickly calculated the impact of this incident in his heart.

Ex leaned against his desk with his hands folded, "Do you think Lei Shidong will accept your terms?" ”

Lin Mingyang said confidently: "I have never felt that my offer is outrageous, if Lei Shidong's vision is long-term enough, he should realize that this is a very good deal." ”

Ex shrugged noncommittally: "In my opinion, this is half likely to succeed and half to fail." Now Spielberg has caught Lei Shidong off guard, and it will take a while for Viacom to make adjustments... And our priority is how to profit from what we are doing."

A trace of doubt flashed in Lin Mingyang's eyes: "You mean to persuade Spielberg to move closer to us?" ”

Ex nodded, and then said the plan: "DreamWorks will definitely have to start a new business after breaking away from Paramount, but in the current economic situation, it is unlikely that they will go it alone, so the best option is to find another strong company to work with." At this time, you can step in and make a move, maybe we can get this great director in our pocket, and at the worst of all, we can also bring Jeffrey Katzenbergra into our camp."

Lin Mingyang shook his head: "My intuition tells me that Spielberg will not accept our kindness"

Although there was an instinctive fear of Lin Mingyang's tried-and-true intuition, Ex still needed a reasonable reason.

Lin Mingyang said mysteriously: "Because I am the chairman of the board of directors of MGM Pictures." ”

Puzzled, Ex asked, "Is this necessarily related to the topic we just discussed?" ”

"But let's not forget that I'm also a director, and this identity determines that I can cooperate with Spielberg, but I definitely can't become that kind of close partner with interests and weal and woe... Spielberg is the target I have always wanted to surpass, and if he suddenly becomes my subordinate, this feeling is not only awkward for me, but also difficult for him to accept."

Receiving such an explanation, Ex snorted angrily: "In the end, it's your vanity that is at fault."

Lin Mingyang shrugged, "I don't have an opinion if you understand me like this, but I'm not the only one who has vanity, even if I can let it go, some people probably can't let it go... But I'm interested in Jeffrey Katzenberg and his animation design team, and if he joins MGM, it will make up for our shortcomings in the animation market, and he has the quality animation source we need."

Compared with Spielberg, who has been concerned by all parties, Jeffrey Katzenberg, who is also one of the Big Three of DreamWorks, is relatively unpopular. What Exx smacked from Lin Mingyang's words was: Spielberg is just a dispensable character, but Jeffrey Katzenberg has become Lin Mingyang's inevitable target.

Ex laughed: "Okay, so you're going to dig Spielberg's corner."

Regardless of the external environment and management factors, the failure of DreamWorks seems to be determined by the different temperaments and directions of the three founders. Can you imagine what it would be like for these three people with different temperaments to have breakfast together? Spielberg is clearly an idealist, while Jeffrey Katzenberg is an out-and-out doer, and David Geffen is openly gay and has always come across as mildly simple, and it's hard to say that this is a perfect team, at least it's missing some of the key success factors."

Lin Mingyang threw out the views in an article that he saw in later generations, and Ex's eyes suddenly lit up.

"So you're sure enough to convince Jeffrey Katzenberg."

Lin Mingyang winked at Ex slyly, "In fact, I haven't even seen his face, so where can I start?" ”

Exx, who was drinking water, choked on suddenly.

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The media began to report at length the news of the separation of DreamWorks and Paramount, and inside and outside the circle, a pair of eyes were paying attention to the latest developments here. The industry is concerned about the impact of this incident on the entire Hollywood film industry pattern, while ordinary movie fans are more concerned about the films in DreamWorks' hands that have been included in the shooting plan but have not yet been put to film, including the highly anticipated film "Transformers 2" during this time.

Unless director Michael Bay and producer Spielberg are ready to change the lead actors, it is impossible to shoot this film without MGM alone, and until DreamWorks has found a suitable home, it will be a good choice for both parties to complete the filming of this film by working with MGM.

Lin Mingyang thought that Spielberg was busy dealing with his "transfer" during this time, and the filming of "Transformers 2" would be put back for a while, but he didn't expect that the day after he returned, the director of the film, Michael Bay, came to the door.

From the eager expression on the other party's face when they met, Lin Mingyang could basically conclude that Spielberg, who did not come forward in person, should be more anxious than him at this time.

Lin Mingyang poured a glass of cold water, and Michael Bay, who was wearing a baseball cap, was not polite, and took a few sips and poured it down. At the end, he licked his lips unsatisfactorily, looking like he was enjoying it.

"Do you want another drink?"

Michael Bay hurriedly waved his hand, "I'm in too much rush on the road, so I'm a little thirsty... But one glass is enough."

Lin Mingyang sat on his desk with his hands and asked very casually: "When will "Transformers 2" start filming?" ”

"It was originally planned to start next month, but something happened..."Michael Bay glanced at Lin Mingyang with an embarrassed expression, "DreamWorks may not be able to afford to invest in this film right now." ”

Lin Mingyang turned his head to look out the window and said to himself: "For this film, fans have been waiting for a long time... It can't be delayed any longer. ”

Michael Bay reluctantly explained: "Mr. Spielberg and I both think so, but you know the situation now, we are very difficult. ”

Lin Mingyang was silent for a moment, "The funds for the shooting can be provided by MGM..."

"This is great" Michael Bay couldn't help but clap his hands in praise, he came in and waited for Lin Mingyang's words. "If you're willing to fund it, the global distribution rights of the film will all be handed over to MGM Pictures, which is what Spielberg promised me personally when I came."

"What about copyright?"

"DreamWorks can participate in the filming of this film in the form of copyright discount, and within three years, all the copyright income of the film will be shared, and after three years, the copyright will be owned by DreamWorks," Spielberg made it clear when Michael Bayer came, and he just relayed the original words.

"I can accept the previous conditions, but I have to add that in the future, no matter which film company DreamWorks chooses to form an alliance of interests with in the future, it will leave a collaborator seat for MGM Pictures when the sequel to the series is filmed" Lin Mingyang's request was not excessive, Michael Bay and Spielberg made a phone call, and they readily agreed.

"This matter is settled" Lin Mingyang clapped his hands, and then jumped off the desk, "To celebrate the cooperation again, let's go to the café below for a drink?" ”

"Wait" Michael Bay raised his hand to stop Lin Mingyang, "I suddenly remembered one thing just now, since you are willing to continue to play the leading role in this film, then Meghan must also continue to act, am I right?" ”

Lin Mingyang waved his hand nonchalantly, he thought it was a big deal, "This is for sure"

"The problem is that she seems to be in a mood lately, I called her yesterday, but she turned down my invitation..."Michael Bay glanced at Lin Mingyang, "I guess this is likely to be related to your recent scandal"

Lin Mingyang was stunned with a stunned face, no wonder he texted with Megan in the past two days, but there has been no response there, and the vinegar jar has been overturned.

Michael Baker didn't care about Lin Mingyang's embarrassed and embarrassed expression, "I have prepared the script of the film, this time the character creation will be more three-dimensional, and the emotional part between you and Megan will be very interesting, with all due respect, Megan has become a symbol in this film, her sexy and seductive body and the fierce mechanical King Kong are the pillars that support the excitement of male audiences... I know it may seem inappropriate to say that about your girlfriend, but Meghan is indispensable to this film, and you have to coax her back no matter what you do."

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