This producer knew how to speak very well, and quickly grasped Cruise's psychology, and said enthusiastically: "Tom, don't hesitate, you know the results of Phantom after taking over Universal. And Columbia is not Universal's opponent at all.
If you film a movie with Colombia and it fails, it will not be easy to maintain your worth in the future!"
Cruise was a little excited. He had to admit that after several years of development, Universal has gradually become one of the first-tier distribution companies in Hollywood. Just when other companies are struggling to achieve good results, Universal's films are generally able to obtain
Good results, and such a company with the support of a super empire is obviously not so easy to refuse.
Therefore, after hesitating for a moment, this handsome guy in the East, known as Liu Hua in the West, quickly nodded and agreed. Even if he didn't want to agree, his agent would definitely persuade him in order to get more money.
However, Universal obviously had no intention of signing a contract with this handsome guy right away, and Columbia's top executives found out about it a few hours later. They were so angry that they slapped the table and stared. But they also knew that Columbia was not good enough for Universal.
Fighting, currently the only one that can compete with Universal is Warner.
After thinking for a long time, Nobuyuki Idei, who is also the president of Columbia, was thinking about what to do. This movie is still in preparation. Without Cruise, I am afraid it would lack a box office selling point. An assistant next to him looked at the new director gently.
The new president, who has been in two years, said: "Mr. President, Universal can raise prices, why can't we? They have other choices, but our choice is only Cruise, and we cannot accept this loss!"
Nobuyuki Idei is a very remarkable person. Not long after he took over the position of president of Sony, he immediately drove away the two prodigal sons of Colombia. Now he thought about it and quickly decided on this approach. This is understandable, as it was originally
Xiao Ran was just taking advantage of the rising price trend in Colombia and adding a few more bricks to the already high level.
Soon, Colombia reacted and bought Cruz back for 40 million. Obviously, no one will have trouble with money. As mentioned before, even if Lao Ke doesn't agree, the agent will be very happy to get more compensation.
.Thus, Wei Dongling easily achieved his goal through Sony.
When he was wondering whether Xiao Ran was fighting with Soros, Xiao Ran looked at Guan Xin, who was gradually looking older, with a leisurely expression: "Master, on the night of the 30th, you must control the underworld and never let them go out.
Make trouble and cause trouble!"
"I know, the superiors have told me!" Guan Xin shrugged, looking very indifferent. He was getting older, but he still had the same cold demeanor as when Xiao Ran saw him ten years ago.
"I guess so!" Xiao Ran chuckled, rubbed his nose and said, "What are you going to do? Don't tell me that you're killing people again. That's not good! It's better to do this. I talked with the chief on the phone and we agreed that there's no need to rush.
Come and eradicate the underworld forces."
Guan Xin listened quietly to Xiao Ran's speech, and took a sip of red wine from the glass from time to time. As he got older, it was time to enjoy it. Xiao Ran also thought clearly that eradicating the underworld forces was not something that could be done in a day or two. It required all aspects of the environment.
cooperation.
This time, as long as the underworld is properly controlled, everything will be fine. This is exactly what Xiao Ran is least worried about. The underworld is no longer a threat, and the national security authorities have not notified him to be wary of the British. His energy is mainly focused on Hollywood and silent media.
Doc and Soros, they know they are taking risks, but if they don't take risks, where will the benefits come from.
"On the 30th, we need to track down the whereabouts of all the club members. At seven o'clock in the evening, we will bring them and their backbones to a place to keep an eye on them. Without these backbones giving orders, nothing can happen below." Xiao Ran quickly said.
A method for Guan Xin is given. If you want to simply and quickly prevent trouble at night after returning, this method is very direct and effective.
"However, we must not let the people below get into chaos!" Xiao Ran blinked his eyes and said with a chuckle: "Master, you personally take charge of the situation, control those key elements, and let them control the lower-level guys remotely!"
Guan Xin nodded, he likes direct and effective methods: "You mean there is no need to kill people!"
"No, of course not. It's best not to have any cases appear on this day!" Xiao Ran gave the answer without thinking. He obviously had a countermeasure very early: "Of course, if something really happens,
If necessary, Master, you can adapt immediately."
Murdoch is currently in the United States. He just arrived a few days ago. On the surface, it seems that he is here to complete the acquisition himself. However, he knows very well that the so-called acquisition is just a smoke, or perhaps it is better to say it is a trick.
A way to advance and retreat.
At this moment, he was in the office thinking about how to obtain Shuxiang's subsidiary worth four billion US dollars. Maybe it was not impossible to get Shuxiang. He had been waiting for such an opportunity for a long time, and the huge empire of Phantom finally finally
Falling into unprecedented difficulties.
However, this seems to be inevitable. Who makes Xiao Ran, an idiot, go against the state speculators without overestimating his capabilities? After thinking about Xiao Ran's character, he felt that Xiao Ran did not seem to be the kind of person who takes the world as his own responsibility, so he
I always felt that it was unlikely that Xiao Ran would do such a stupid thing to protect the financial system of Hong Kong and Asia.
However, it is obvious that Xiao Ran is already doing this, and as of now, he has spent more than 60 billion US dollars and suffered losses of more than 3 billion US dollars. This has nothing to do with the conspiracy in any case.
If a huge foreign debt cannot be repaid, then...
Thinking of this, Murdoch couldn't help but smile. He has been waiting for such an opportunity. For an empire as huge as Phantom, it is definitely not easy to get a subsidiary in Shuxiang's hands. Therefore, he has been holding back.
I just hope to have a similar opportunity.
But now, Phantom is dragged into the quagmire of the financial market. No matter from any angle, Phantom has little chance of turning around. After all, Xiao Ran needs to face a huge fund of 200 billion US dollars. As long as this time, he
Being able to take the initiative, I believe that Phantom will not be able to do anything, and even whether he can protect himself is still a question.
Under such circumstances, it may not be impossible to acquire Shuxiang Media. However, he immediately realized that Shuxiang Media has a market value of up to 20 billion US dollars, which is not something he can acquire with his financial resources. This may not matter, as long as he proposes
The bankers would immediately pounce on the purchase of Shuxiang, and they would be able to raise such a sum of money by then.
Of course you can. Just imagine that in history, Li Zekai, with a net worth of less than one billion US dollars, was able to acquire Hong Kong Telecom with a market value of more than 30 billion US dollars. This is the method he used. He came up with plans and plans to gain the trust of banks and consortiums, and then refinanced
Acquisitions also have a high chance of success.
Thinking of this, his ambition gradually grew. If the acquisition can be successful, News Corporation will be the world's largest media group. At that time, not to mention Asia, the media industry in the world will belong to him, Murdoch.
However, he thought it was necessary for him to think it over carefully. He had investigated and studied the two rivals, Xiao Ran and Bai Pengfei. Bai Pengfei was a business rival, while Xiao Ran was a strategic rival. In his opinion, Bai Pengfei's biggest weakness was
He didn't look far enough at the strategic level. He really couldn't figure out Xiao Ran's weakness. But he was sure that Xiao Ran was good at strategy.
Strategy is what the Chinese are best at. It is conceivable that Murdoch is afraid of Xiao Ran. Therefore, he thinks that he must find out whether this damn guy Xiao Ran has set up any conspiracy. He does not want to be like the Haile Group and others.
Xiao Ran took it away inexplicably.
However, this time, he really couldn't see any hint of a trick in it. He thought, if this was still a trick, then he would admit defeat. Moreover, Xiao Ran and Phantom had indeed fallen into a deep crisis.
, it’s impossible for this international speculator to be playing tricks on Xiao Ran!
If Xiao Ran wants to pull out of this quagmire, what will happen? First, the international speculators must stop attacking. This may be Xiao Ran's defeat or withdrawal, or the failure of the national speculators. However, 200 billion U.S. dollars is really
So easily defeated?
He thought he could make a decision. After making this most important expansion decision related to the future of News Corporation, he felt relaxed all over. At this moment, the secretary told him that Turner and Michael had asked him to talk.
Later, the American Film Association requested a meeting to coordinate some conflicts between the companies.
These two guys! Murdoch snorted softly. He had never seen these two guys so enthusiastic before. This time, these two old guys must have some plans, maybe they intend to get some benefits from him.
He thought so, but he still had to go. Just like that unknown film association meeting, even though it was boring to listen to people arguing, but because they designated the president or CEO to go in person, he still went. This is
Power and rules. Unless you can master the power to transcend the rules or make rules like Xiao Ran did, it is difficult to avoid it.
When he rushed there and opened the door of the conference room, he was immediately surprised. Because what appeared in front of him was not only Turner and Michael, but also the presidents of the other three major companies.
After being slightly startled, he immediately calmed down and laughed loudly: "Hollywood giants, are you here because of the coup in the United States?" He is not stupid. All the Seven King Kongs are here, except that there is no one in the world.
It seems clear what it means to be present.
After Murdoch sat down, Michael stood up with a solemn expression, looked around and said: "What we are talking about here today is the most confidential matter. If it is leaked, then our reputation will be tarnished. Please forgive me."
Sew your mouth shut and don’t let it talk nonsense outside!”
Everyone shrugged indifferently. Michael obviously liked the feeling of being looked up to. He thought he was very powerful and said: "Before we officially start, I want to ask you a question, one that must have a true answer."
Question! What are your thoughts on Xiao Ran and Phantom?"
An idea quickly came to Murdoch's mind, and it was indeed aimed at the Phantom Group. Others obviously knew the meaning behind these words, and they didn't say anything about it for a while. Pierce, who came from the Mafia, was a good person.
He is an old guy with a relaxed and interesting expression, and does not show any trace of the irritability that should belong to a gangster.
Who is able to appear here? Isn't that an old guy over fifty years old? It's just such a group of old men seriously discussing an issue together. This scene is really interesting. I just don't know what they will discuss next...
As Michael's temporary ally, Turner obviously didn't want to be silent. He glanced around and saw that no one had spoken. He couldn't help sighing at Xiao Ran's intimidation, and immediately said: "The Phantom Group has entered
It has only been in Universal for a few years, but it has very rapidly encroached on the market that originally belonged to Warner, causing Warner's annual sales to gradually decrease a lot. I swear to God, I absolutely do not like Xiao Ran and Phantom."
Michael glanced at Turner slightly, then glanced at the others. Unexpectedly, the second person to speak was Murdoch, a cunning and very resourceful guy. Murdoch knew very well that this was another
It was an opportunity. No matter what Turner and Michael wanted to do to Xiao Ran and Phantom, it was another opportunity for him, which increased his chances of winning.
"I admit, I don't like Xiao Ran and Phantom either. They are too strong!" Murdoch didn't even notice that he used the word "strong" to describe it. He said with a look of hatred: "If I give it to you again,
In his three years, Hollywood belongs to Xiao Ran and Phantom, and I will never allow this to happen!"
Turner and Michael were both slightly surprised. They thought that the old fox Murdoch would choose to speak after everyone else expressed their opinions, but they didn't expect him to be so positive. However, Murdoch hadn't finished speaking yet, and they saw this
The old guy stood up excitedly and waved his hands: "A few years ago, I chose to establish a strategic cooperative relationship with Phantom. This was the biggest mistake I have ever made in my life. I will choose to make up for the mistakes I made!"
Bullshit! It’s all bullshit! Everyone here who experienced the Phantom’s takeover of Universal in 1993 secretly cursed Murdoch for being shameless. If Universal hadn’t helped Fox, Fox would have lost money today.
Now that he’s selling underwear, it’s Murdoch’s turn to act here!
Murdoch obviously didn't take it seriously. He knew that other people must be scolding him for being shameless. However, in the shopping mall, who is not shameless? Ask anyone here who dares to say that he has not done anything more shameless.
"The reason why Columbia chose Universal a few years ago was because Akio Morita made a wrong decision." Shinichi Idei looked at the others seriously and said, "Today, I will never make such a mistake!"