Rebirth In Hollywood

Time has entered March, and "Monsters, Inc." has been released from major theaters in North America one after another. The final North American box office stayed at the figure of 308 million U.S. dollars, becoming the second North American box office movie in 2000 to break through 300 million U.S. dollars. , and the global box office has accumulated more than 500 million U.S. dollars. watermark ad test watermark ad test

In the envy and amazement of countless people, Pixar's market value gradually approached 7 billion US dollars, and once again became the focus of financial and entertainment media.

However, some media suddenly broke the news, among which the conflicts among Pixar executives that have been rumored recently have become the focus.

Even, "USA Today" also interviewed a manager who had just left Pixar.

"After "Toy Story 2", many audiences are waiting for the news of "Toy Story 3". Pixar Studio has cultivated a large number of loyal supporters for itself with continuous excellent works. These people also believe that "Toy Story" "Story 3" will be like "Toy Story 2" and completely surpass the previous one."

"However, such a wait may be delayed indefinitely due to the decision of Pixar's top management...Ricky Darinois, who has just resigned from Pixar, revealed some inside information about Pixar to this newspaper. The following content comes from His interview transcript."

"When Monsters, Inc. came out last year, John Lasseter, one of the founders of Pixar, put his arms around Andrew Stanton's and me's necks in his office, yelling , 'It's time for Toy Story 3! Hey, let's do it now!'"

"For the next month, our discussions centered around Toy Story 3, a series that fulfilled Pixar's dream and we all wanted to keep it going, but now we have to stop it. Toy Story 3 3 was opposed by the studio's largest shareholder."

"Yes, this person is Ryan Jenkins. The new project he decided for Pixar studio is "Finding Nemo", which is the story about the sea and clownfish in his story collection. For this reason, the whole Pixar had to change its thinking. to realize his new ideas."

"I admit that the Pixar studio can have today's brilliance. Ryan Jenkins has played a role that cannot be ignored, but these roles are more from the support of stories and funds. In fact, all the top leaders of Pixar have a consensus. Computer animation is too amateurish. None of the related suggestions are reliable.”

"Is there any conflict between Ryan and Pixar's management? The answer is yes. At the beginning, he promised not to directly intervene in Pixar's daily operations. In the past year, he has intervened more and more times, even turning Wall Street The introduction of capital into Pixar Studios led to a sharp drop in the management's shareholding ratio. Also, this new animation feature project caused dissatisfaction among most of the management.

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"The Pixar studio now has 600 employees. It can produce two animated feature films at the same time. What is needed is a modern management system. The two parties are looking for common ground to ease their relationship. For this reason, Ryan Jenkins agreed to a A new project called The Incredibles, but if he doesn't rein in his growing desire for power, Pixar's top brass will be torn apart..."

Later, when Ryan went to Jenkins Films, he was blocked by reporters at the door. His answer was as formulaic as most people expected, "We have differences on the new animated feature film project, which is limited to work... "

Soon after, John Lasseter, one of the core members of Pixar, was also asked these questions by reporters.

"Ryan's support is critical for Pixar to be where it is today."

After finishing the routine, he expressed his dissatisfaction cryptically, "I hope Ryan can continue to support our work as in the past."

How are the interviewee's words sometimes interpreted by the media? Many people in Hollywood must have personal experience. If a huge pusher is added behind the scenes, it will definitely develop in an uncontrollable direction.

"The conflict between Pixar's controlling party and the management is sharp, and the future is facing great uncertainty..."

"The rising animation giant is likely to be destroyed by civil strife!"

"Ryan Jenkins is becoming a tyrant of power, and Pixar may become a victim of his inflated desires."

A large number of remarks unfavorable to Pixar Studios appeared on the pages of many media, and the most direct adverse reactions brought about by these remarks were reflected in the stock market.

Pixar's stock stopped its upward trend since the release of "Monsters, Inc.", and immediately fell. In just five days, the market value evaporated by more than 500 million US dollars. The market value that was originally infinitely close to 7 billion US dollars returned to 60 Less than $500 million.

"We must do everything we can to bring down Pixar's stock price!"

This is an order from a luxurious office in the Disney headquarters building.

Then, the person who gave the order left Burbank and flew directly to Australia by plane, and his destination was Sydney.

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Compared with California, South Wales, Australia has huge advantages in terms of taxation and labor costs, which has attracted many Hollywood crews to shoot here, and the studios in the suburbs of Sydney have also become busy places.

Nicole is too familiar with this place. Sydney is not only her hometown, but also filmed the "Matrix" series here a few years ago. Standing in the studio where "The Matrix" was filmed, the opposite turned into the The splendor and luxury of early Paris.

Back in the dressing room, with the assistance of several assistants, Nicole first took off her wig and the complicated clothes of the showgirl, and changed back to her favorite attire. Then, surrounded by bodyguards, she left the set and took a The car came directly to a famous restaurant in downtown Sydney.

Entering the agreed private room, the light blue eyes became thin and long, and the person who greeted him was very familiar. Strictly speaking, he used to be a very pleasant partner.

"Hello, Michael."

Gently shaking the other party's hand, Nicole sat down with no expression on her pale face, "I didn't expect you to come to Sydney in person."

"It should."

There were only two people left in the private room, and Michael Eisner said directly, "Nicole, I'm here on behalf of Disney's greatest sincerity."

"Sincere?"

Nicole put a slight sarcasm on the corner of her mouth, "The recent decline in Pixar's stock price has something to do with you, right? I don't feel your sincerity, but it is an indisputable fact that the stock in my hand has shrunk by $60 million."

She seems to be the same as all rich people, she has a natural pursuit of profit.

"It's just a normal business method." Michael Eisner rolled his eyes, and the woman across from him had the right to bargain with him, regardless of his wealth or status, "If we can cooperate, the benefits we can bring Make up for your current loss."

His people have already contacted the other party several times. From the beginning of the rejection without hesitation, to now there is room for discussion. This woman's position is obviously changing with the changes in some aspects of Ryan Jenkins.

Of course, as a figure who has been in charge of Disney for decades, Michael Eisner understands that profit is the best tool to impress people.

"Nicole, how are you thinking?" The two parties had talked privately several times, so he asked directly.

"Why should I cooperate with you?" Nicole slowly turned the coffee cup on the tray with her right hand, her long red and golden eyebrows slightly raised, "If Disney annexes Pixar, you can re-establish your position, and even ..."

Some words are too clear to be said, her eyes swept across the other person's face, and she said slowly, "What's the good for me?"

"Natalie Portman and Charlize Theron..."

Hearing these two names, Nicole's already pale face instantly turned morbidly pale, and the hand that was placed on the table was clenched tightly, and the long red-painted nails almost sank into the palm of the hand.

"Don't mention these two names in front of me! There is another name!" The voice was cold, with trembling that was not easy to detect, "Also, Michael, if you want to continue talking, let your people Keep your mouth shut forever!"

"I swear!"

Those unknown secrets are sometimes more effective in the hands. This is what Michael Eisner wanted to understand later.

"I only have less than 15% of the shares in my hand." Nicole's face was ugly, and she seemed to be a little crazy.

"Disney will do the rest of the work." Michael Eisner seemed extremely confident that there must be something wrong with Pixar's management, "You just need to agree to Disney's acquisition plan at the Pixar shareholder meeting in June. "

"Acquisition?" Nicole said with a hint of sarcasm on her face again, "Pixar's market value exceeds 6 billion U.S. dollars, and it is impossible for the rest of the small shareholders to transfer their shares without a bid of 7 billion U.S. dollars. Disney can come up with Or raising seven billion dollars in short-term funding?"

"Besides, I'm not short of money."

Regardless of Disney's current market value of 36 billion US dollars, even if it offers half of the price of 3.5 billion US dollars in a short period of time, its capital chain may be broken, causing a crisis for the entire group.

Michael Eisner is still full of confidence. He has led the merger and acquisition of TV networks and knows how to swallow a listed company.

"Disney is currently raising funds. This is a long-term plan." Whether it was his expression or his words, he seemed extremely sincere. "If you are willing to push, we will adopt the method of cash transaction plus stock replacement."

"I'm not interested in cash. You should know that I don't need this money."

Those thin and long eyes suddenly widened, with unconcealable ambition in them, "Exchange my Pixar shares for Disney shares, and then..."

She stood up, "I want a Disney board position!" ()