November 17, 9:00 am.
Page Films.
As the head of Paramount's overseas distribution department and the liaison between Paramount and Worldwide, Jordan naturally rushed to Worldwide Pictures as soon as he learned about the first weekend box office performance of "The Sixth Sense".
"Hi, Jordan!"
"Hi, Kevin!"
That's right, the person responsible for receiving Jordan was Kevin Feige, vice president of Marvel Studios.
As for CEO Victor, he is busy with the promotion of the movie.
Where is the time to greet him?
Besides, Victor is not only the CEO of Page Pictures, but also the CEO of the parent company, Golden Dawn Entertainment. He has many things to do, big and small, so of course these things are left to Kevin Feige to handle.
"Kevin, I think you should understand why I'm here, right? That's right, I'm here for the overseas release of 'The Sixth Sense'."
While Jordan was speaking, he was actually feeling deeply moved.
Once upon a time, when Jordan first contacted Page Pictures, it came with the goodwill of a big company, and the person he contacted was Kyle himself;
In the subsequent collaborations, even if it was not Kyle who was in charge, it was Victor who was in charge.
But now?
Page Pictures has really grown a lot!
With a distribution network across all major US states, Page Pictures has already established itself as a second-tier Hollywood studio. Once its distribution network covers Canada and Mexico, thus possessing a comprehensive North American distribution network, Page Pictures will undoubtedly become a leader among Hollywood's second-tier studios.
Not only that, the parent company, Golden Dawn Entertainment Group, has subsidiaries including television, animation, music, Internet companies, peripheral chain stores, etc.
It is like the prototype of a media empire.
In this regard, if we put aside the six major Hollywood studios and a few second-tier top film companies such as DreamWorks and Touchstone, Page Pictures is already one of the strongest ones under them.
The most important thing is that Kyle himself and Page Pictures have come to where they are today step by step under Jordan's eyes!
"Talents emerge in every generation!"
That's why Jordan sighed.
The rise is too fast!
"Jordan, our "The Sixth Sense" has only been released for three days. Are you so anxious?" Kevin Feige laughed.
Hearing this, Jordan laughed and said, "Kevin, how can I not be anxious? After all, your company's film, 'The Sixth Sense,' won the weekend box office championship. Looking at all the major Hollywood studios, it's a household name. Tell me, should I be anxious?"
After saying that, he added, "Don't forget, we at Paramount and Page Pictures still have overseas distribution contracts for several films."
The sooner it is done, the sooner it can be released overseas.
Paramount will be able to earn wealth from overseas countries faster, these are all achievements!
You say, how can Paramount not be anxious?
"Jordan, it would be fine if you didn't mention it. Speaking of contracts, I'm reminded of our company's last movie, 'The Purge.' It seems your company didn't even make a single profit in our accounts."
Kevin Feige said calmly.
Jordan: "…"
Haha, Jordan seemed a little embarrassed at this moment.
In fact, as Kevin Feige said, the first share of the overseas box office profits of "The Purge" should have been deposited into Page Pictures' account long ago, but there has been no movement. For this reason, the company's finance department has repeatedly contacted Paramount to make requests, but they have been given the cold shoulder.
Kevin Feige added: "You Paramount guys are so dishonest!"
Jordan said calmly: "Don't worry, when I return to the company,
I'll help you urge it on."
Kevin shook his head and said, "The first overseas box office share of 'The Purge' has arrived. We are discussing the overseas promotion and release of 'The Sixth Sense'. It's settled."
Jordan was speechless and cursed his company's finance department repeatedly in his heart.
"I'm trying my best to generate revenue for the company, and you guys are holding me back."
In fact, this is the usual nature of big companies!
Withholding box office revenue share from other companies is a common tactic used by big companies. It blocks your cash flow and makes it clear to you who is the boss.
Is it shameless?
Haha, big companies all do this. Even if it's a lawsuit, relying on their powerful legal team, they can drag you through for a few years, which is not a big deal.
Every year, one of the six major Hollywood studios faces at least a dozen lawsuits over unpaid box office revenue.
What?
You say big companies have no shame?!
You are right, compared to face, they value practical interests more!
....
Paramount represented Jordan's departure.
It didn't take long, just a few hours.
During this period, representatives from three companies came to Page Pictures one after another.
Two of the companies were Wall Street investment banks that wanted to invest in Page Pictures and buy a portion of the shares for their employees.
Of course, there is also a film company from Denmark whose attitude is extremely arrogant.
"You are the person in charge of Page Pictures. Haha, quickly call your boss and tell him that the representative of Denmark's Wikilok Company has arrived."
"What is it? Of course, I'm negotiating to acquire your company!"
"Don't worry, our Wikilock Company is a big company, and the bid will definitely not be low."
"Feel the mercy of God!"
"For a small film company like yours, Page Pictures, to be favoured by our Wikilock Company is definitely a blessing that you have earned in several lifetimes."
The man who came was a middle-aged man with a moustache. He kept talking incessantly and had an arrogant attitude. His posture was extremely proud.
Oh shit!
I've seen arrogant people, but I've never seen such a stupid person!
Kevin Feige suppressed his anger and said, "Then tell me how much money you want first, so I can talk to our boss, what do you think?"
The middle-aged man with a small moustache said with great satisfaction, "I'm optimistic about you. Our Wikilock Company is large. This time we are fully acquiring you for $10 million!"
Puff~!
In an instant, not only did Kevin Feige almost vomit blood, but everyone around him from Page Pictures also burst out laughing.
$10 million to acquire Page Pictures?
You must have drunk too much.
"Hey, man, have you investigated the situation of our company?" Kevin asked, trying hard to suppress his smile.
"Certainly!"
The man with the moustache said loudly, "Your company is just a small film company. $10 million is definitely enough. If your boss heard this, he would definitely be ecstatic."
Investigation?
What the hell are you investigating?
Where did this idiot come from?!
....
Soon.
Kyle, who was on Wall Street, learned this information from a phone call.
Kyle also burst out laughing on the spot!
I have to say that although Kyle has met many idiots, at this moment he is still willing to call this person the strongest idiot!
Where did this funny guy come from?
"I make tens of millions of dollars from a single movie. How did this idiot even investigate? And where did he get the guts to say he'd buy my film company?"
Kyle laughed so hard that his stomach hurt.
"Boss, the speed at which the Korean won is completely beyond our imagination! In just a few hours, we've made a profit of $11 million!" Henry from Gale Capital said excitedly.
Suddenly, Kyle's expression froze.