Chapter 88: 1 old fox
Of course Avi Arad and Ike Patum understood Dunn's intention, but they couldn't stop it.
The reason why they were able to capture Marvel at the hands of many Wall Street tycoons was because they found a new way to break into Marvel and completed a management buyout, which blocked Wall Street's wolves.
Now, Dunn has obviously gained more trust from the management, no...it's all the trust!
They are the core team of Marvel, even if Avi Arad and Ike Patum fully control Marvel, they cannot shake their positions.
Unless they want to overturn the table and break up in one shot, completely destroy Marvel.
But losing everything is not in their interests.
Dunn looked at the worried faces of Avi Allard and Ike Patum, and the corners of his mouth curled slightly. After planning for a year and a half, he was finally able to close the net.
"George, take out the file and show it to everyone."
George Paxton stood up immediately, took out a thick stack of copies of documents from his briefcase, and distributed them one by one around the round table at the venue.
"In November last year, Dunn appointed me to go to Germany to negotiate with Constantine Pictures, intending to acquire the copyright of "Fantastic Four" in their hands."
George Paxton said as he walked, with a bit of arrogance in his tone, "After negotiation all winter, Dunn Pictures finally reached a consensus with Constantine Pictures to acquire " Copyright to Fantastic Four."
Including the two shareholders of Marvel and all the management, they all showed surprised expressions after seeing the copy.
The difference is that after being surprised, the management showed excitement!
After the two shareholders were surprised, they were more panicked.
A nuclear bomb, definitely the ultimate nuclear bomb!
Dunn Pictures has acquired the Fantastic Four, which has been abroad for nearly 20 years. This is very exciting news for Marvel.
New boss, new journey!
Avi Arad and Ike Patum looked at each other with a solemn expression, unable to speak.
Dunn has shown in action that his determination to Marvel is unquestionable, and he can even spend a lot of money for the copyright of superheroes!
By comparison, what about Avi Allard and Ike Patum?
Under the pressure of debt, in order to maintain Marvel's survival, Avi Allard recently even proposed to sell the humanoid to Lionsgate, Spider-Man, Ghost Rider and Wonderman to Sony Pictures, and the Green Giant, Aquaman Namor sold to Universal Pictures.
Fortunately, Ike Patum disagreed, and because there was Dunn Walker, the management did not want to sell the copyright, so they gave up.
In contrast, Dunn's behavior is too noble!
This is definitely true love!
Constantine bought the copyright of "Fantastic Four" for a mere $100,000!
Don't say anything else, Dunn Pictures took out $5 million to recover the copyright. This sincerity alone is enough to move all Marvel employees.
The situation is set!
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On March 1, 20th Century Fox allocated a large sum of money to Dunn Pictures.
Including the remaining box office split of $44 million, paid PPV split of $9.5 million, North American TV revenue of $15.6 million, and overseas TV revenue of $4.8 million, a total of $73.9 million!
Counting the $50 million previously advanced, Dunn Pictures has already earned nearly $134 million in the film "My Big Greek Wedding".
Excluding the nearly $2 million at the end of the year, "Wedding Crowder" invested $18 million and related taxes and fees of $2 million, "Fantastic Four" copyright $5 million, and employees invested $1.3 million, "My Big Greek Wedding" Dividends to unions and staff of $8.2 million, repayment of Dunn's debt of $10 million, plus various miscellaneous expenses, Dunn's total balance of $76 million.
Of course, this does not include the corporate income tax of up to 43.84%. Unlike personal tax, corporate tax can be deferred for a variety of reasons.
In terms of Marvel, the two shareholders have agreed to sell all the shares in their hands, but they are asking for a price of 100 million US dollars!
For such a small company with 35 million debts and many internal crises, this is undoubtedly a sky-high price. But Dunn was in a good mood, at least the other party finally made a final choice.
As for the price negotiation, it is all left to CAA for operation.
Dunn is very busy, he has to take care of the post-production of "Star Wars" and "Wedding Cracker".
At the same time, he has to find a way to obtain funds.
Negotiations with Marvel are coming to an end soon, and the price wrangling won't take too long.
However, Dunn Pictures has only 76 million US dollars in balance, and Dunn has nearly 15 million US dollars of funds, which is the director's salary for Star Wars, and will soon pay more than 7 million in personal tax in mid-April.
Considering the "Spider-Man" movie plan that will be launched immediately after the acquisition, funds are tight!
"Wedding Crashers" can't be counted on, and the money back is too slow.
"My Great Greek Wedding" will be released on DVD and video soon, and there will be no revenue for half a year.
15% of the global box office of "Star Wars: Episode 1: The Menace of Ghosts"? It will take at least half a year to get into the account.
"Is it really only possible to sell stocks?"
Tang En's heart is like a drop of blood.
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Seeing that the day of the Oscars is getting closer.
Dunn finally saw the power of the awards season.
Since "Saving Private Ryan" received 11 Oscar nominations, the weekly box office in North America has been 4.9 million, 4.7 million, 3.1 million, 2.2 million, 1.6 million, 1.3 million...
Like the madness of movie fans, the reviews in North America are almost one-sided, and everyone thinks that "Saving Private Ryan" will definitely win the best film of the year!
Major media, newspapers, magazines, and television can always see the adoration and love of "Saving Private Ryan" by experts and film critics.
Dunn suddenly understood a little bit. If he was an Oscar judge, he would definitely not vote for "Saving Private Ryan".
Too much!
The unanimous voice of the United States is a bit similar to the kidnapping of Oscar.
Especially after last year's "Titanic", after the Oscar compromised once, the academy and the jury will definitely clean up the atmosphere, and must not let outside opinions affect the judges' votes.
This kind of atmosphere is very wrong!
Regarding the long-term authority of the Oscars, it is not too much to sacrifice a "Saving Private Ryan".
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On March 21, the 71st Academy Awards were held at Dorothy Chandler Hall.
Dunn did not receive any nominations, but "My Great Greek Wedding" won two nominations for best screenplay and best actress. As a producer and director, Dunn deserved to attend the ceremony.
Because 20th Century Fox didn't have the main event~www.wuxiaspot.com~ Bill McNick was not present, but Tom Rothman, the second-in-command, came to the scene. After seeing Dunn, he enthusiastically took the initiative to shake hands.
"Dawn, if it weren't for "My Great Greek Wedding", 20th Century Fox would not even get a single nomination!" Tom Rothman looked grateful, and could not see the past rift between the two.
Dunn couldn't understand the other party's reaction, but he was used to the entertainment on the scene, "Mr. Rothman, you are too polite, if you hadn't looked up to me, "My Grand Greek Wedding" would not be released in what year. "
Tom Rothman laughed, "I heard your new movie is about to be finished?"
"Yes, the director has completed the first cut."
"What is your name?"
""Wedding Overcrowder"."
"Well, very good subject matter!" Tom Rothman said with a smile as if approving, "It will definitely be released by Twentieth Century Fox, right?"
Tang En said with a smile: "Of course, as long as you agree."
"Dawn Pictures and Fox Pictures are old partners, I'm sure there is no problem here!" Tom Rothman's eyes were deep, if he had a deep meaning, "I will pay attention to it personally, your movies will never disappoint. "
"Thank you very much then."
Tang Enpi didn't smile.
When Tom Rothman left, Nicole Kidman came over and whispered, "Aren't you two in a bad relationship?"
"It's just a scene."
Dunn looked very indifferent.
Nicole looked at the back of Tom Rothman leaving, frowning slightly, "I don't think he's talking casually."
Tang En sneered, "An old fox, whether it's deep or shallow, I'm too lazy to deal with it!"
