Several days later.
According to incomplete statistics, since Page Pictures announced the establishment of "Spider-Man" and entered its preparation phase, the news attracted the attention of numerous investors from America and overseas within just a few days.
As of today, Page Pictures has received inquiries from a total of 12 investors.
After rounds of screening, four investors were selected:
The Carlos Foundation, held by Mexico's wealthiest family;
Cinemark, one of America's three major cinema chains;
Daimler AG from Germany; and
Mountain Capital, one of India's three major funds.
"Boss, having these four giant corporations participate in our 'Spider-Man' project will not only raise sufficient filming funds, but also allow our future films to rapidly open up overseas distribution markets," Alexander said, greatly excited.
He certainly had reason to be excited!
Let's not even mention the Carlos Foundation for now.
It is the family foundation of Mexico's wealthiest family, and with its renewed cooperation and participation, the distribution of "Spider-Man" in South and Central America will definitely no longer be an obstacle.
Moreover, it can greatly accelerate Page Pictures' establishment of distribution channels in Mexico and the entire South American region!
Giving up a portion of the profits to accelerate the establishment of overseas distribution channels.
The benefits outweigh the drawbacks!
The head of the Carlos Foundation directly stated: "To show our sincerity in cooperation, our Carlos family will ensure your Page Pictures' film distribution layout in South America. This is our commitment!"
...The second major partner is Cinemark, one of America's three major cinema chains.
This was also the result of discussions within the entire group!
Compared to the A and Emperor Entertainment cinema chains, Cinemark is arguably a bit weaker, but precisely because of its weakness, it can ensure that it will not overly interfere with the filming of "Spider-Man";
Furthermore, Cinemark's participation can ensure that "Spider-Man" will have a sufficient number of opening screens upon its release.
"The number of opening screens is an issue that absolutely cannot be ignored!"
After all, Page Pictures no longer has Paramount's backing.
A representative from Cinemark stated: "Bringing us into Page Pictures' camp will absolutely not be a loss for you. At least in terms of North American cinemas, your Page Pictures will not be held back by others in the future..." Daimler AG from Germany is the world's largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, the world's largest luxury car producer, and the second-largest truck producer.
Many people might find this name extremely unfamiliar.
However, when its car brands are mentioned, absolutely no one is unaware.
Mercedes-Benz is Daimler AG's most famous car brand.
It is particularly worth mentioning that just a few months ago, Daimler AG acquired Chrysler Group, one of America's three major car manufacturers, instantly becoming a leading automotive giant integrating research, development, and manufacturing.
"Please rest assured, everyone!"
"Since our Daimler AG is participating, we will cover the car sponsorships in the movie, and no matter how much other car companies offer, we will always bid one price higher."
"At the same time, aren't you Page Pictures looking to establish European distribution channels?"
"We can also help you with that!"
"Remember, this is not just empty talk; our side can even put it in writing!"
The Senior Vice President of Daimler AG personally visited Golden Dawn Entertainment Group,
and publicly made this commitment... Indian Mountain Capital also became the Mountain Foundation.
Initially, before "Blade" was released, Kyle sent representatives to seek their financial support, but they refused.
After all, DreamWorks had dug too big a hole for them!
Thanks to the excellent performance of "Blade," Indian Mountain Capital actively sought to join the cooperation with significant investment this time.
Actually, with Kyle's original hot temper, he didn't want to bother with Mountain Capital, since they had refused before, right?
However, Victor, as the group's CEO, persuaded Kyle.
"Boss, you cannot be willful!"
"I know you are very rich, but Mountain Capital has an extremely strong influence in Asia, especially in Southeast Asia, which has a huge impact on our overseas distribution channel layout and absolutely cannot be ignored."
"Therefore, I implore you to temporarily put aside personal grievances."
With Victor speaking to this extent, even if Kyle disliked the Indian Mountain capital, he could only reluctantly agree.
One move affects the whole body!
On the morning of October 3rd,
Victor, as the CEO of Golden Dawn Entertainment Group, personally attended the press conference and, in front of a group of media reporters, signed the investment agreement for the "Spider-Man" project with the Carlos Foundation of Mexico, Cinemark Theatres Group of America, Daimler AG of Germany, and Mountain Capital of India.
Carlos Foundation: invested $30 million;
Cinemark: invested $20 million;
Daimler AG: invested $40 million;
Mountain Capital: invested $40 million;
Page Pictures: invested $10 million.
This means that the total production cost for the "Spider-Man" movie is $140 million. This fund will be fully managed by Chubb Insurance, a giant in the American insurance industry.
As a third party, Chubb Insurance's involvement can maximize the reasonable use of funds.
After all, Spielberg and DreamWorks had tarnished Hollywood's reputation.
Everyone would be concerned about the use of funds.
Of course, the third party's involvement can only minimize this problem; if Kyle and Page Pictures wanted to play tricks, there would still be ways, but they would be more covert.
Capital is always exploitative!
At the same time... As the production company, Page Pictures, despite only investing $10 million, enjoys 5% of the final box office profits.
Did Kyle willingly give up most of the net box office profits?
Of course, he did!
Because in terms of box office, Kyle's Page Pictures, as the distributor of "Spider-Man," also enjoys a 10% box office share.
This figure is significantly higher than the typical 2-3% box office share for regular A-list productions.
However, compared to entities like the Hollywood Big Six, Kyle's approach was much more reasonable.
After all, not charging a 20% or even 30% distribution fee was already quite considerate.
Some Hollywood film companies would stop at nothing for profit.
For example: New Line Cinema!
The "Lord of the Rings" series and "The Hobbit" series accumulated nearly $6 billion in global box office, yet New Line Cinema, as the production company, brazenly falsified accounts, claiming the total box office was $3 billion.
This was entirely for profit, trampling morality and law underfoot!
"I am absolutely a conscientious entrepreneur," Kyle thought to himself.
Similarly, Kyle would absolutely not give up the offline profits and merchandising licensing profits from "Spider-Man," leaving only a very small portion for the four investors.
When facing outsiders, Hollywood film companies are just that powerful!
With this, all the filming funds for the "Spider-Man" project were in place.
Kyle was not in a hurry with the filming funds for "Harry Potter," as the books had only recently gone on sale and their influence had not yet fully spread.
Furthermore, the selected investors would certainly bring in new allies to maximize Golden Dawn Entertainment's profits.
Capital is always bloody and dirty!