Hollywood Tycoon [US Entertainment + Business War]

Jed didn't notice Madonna's eyes that seemed to be eating people, but Jed really didn't think he could help Madonna in the movie.You must know that Madonna is one of the typical female artists that film critics unanimously dislike. If such a female artist sings obediently, film critics will naturally have nothing to do with her.But if Madonna dares to cross over into the film industry, I fear that critics will send her movies directly to the landfill.

The reason why "Madame Peron" is still well received is that the director played a "music and dance movie" edge ball. There are a lot of singing and dancing links in the movie, so it is worthy of the name to let Madonna play the leading role.But in the future, unless Madonna is willing to dawdle in musicals, it will be difficult for her to get a chance.But Madonna is definitely not such a mediocre woman, she is going after the Oscar queen.For Madonna's expectation, Jed thought he could not achieve it.

As for digging Madonna to transfer to my newly established New Century Records, that is simply a joke, not to mention that I and David Geffen have no guts to turn against Warner Music, even Madonna is not stupid enough to be a singer Come on with a company that doesn't have any?Jed is also aware of the "enemy-enemy relationship". Obviously, because of Redstone and Murdoch's appreciation and support for him, News Corp. and Viacom are typically his friends; Warner, Disney and himself have some cooperation, It can be regarded as an ally; MGM is a typical neutral party; although he has a good relationship with NBC, he has offended Universal Films very badly, so Vivendi, the parent company of NBC Universal, absolutely hates himself; of course, Sony itself is own enemy.

Jed is well aware of the development trend of music records in the future. Since Universal Music acquired Polygram Records in 1998, music records have entered the last prosperous moment. At that time, there were five major records in the world: Universal, Sony, EMI, Warner and BMG.However, after entering the new century, with the popularity of MP3 and WMA formats, music piracy has become more and more rampant.Therefore, the five major record companies can only survive at a loss. First, Sony ate up BMG, and then joined forces with Universal to carve up EMI.

Jade's new century music obviously does not have the ability to be distributed globally, so it is bound to only cooperate with three survivors.With Sony or Universal is obviously impossible, so the only record company that Jed can choose is Warner.The Madonna in front of him is the queen of Warner. Jed would not stab his ally in the back even if he was black-hearted, so he can only be greedy for a while.

At the party after the Golden Globe Awards, Madonna was seen smiling and approaching Jed with a glass of red wine.This made Jed a little dumbfounded. He didn't expect that sometimes, troubles would come to him by themselves.Madonna deserves to be known as the number one sexiest idol in the United States, killing all the male creatures present with a frown and a smile.

"Mr. Sherman, I wonder if I have the honor to have a drink with you?" Madonna asked very directly.The people around Jed naturally dispersed, and it was obvious that these two people had something to say.

Although everyone is gossip, basic social etiquette must be followed.

"Ms. Madonna, why are you looking for me?" Jed showed an expression that I didn't know anything.

"I don't know how Mr. Sherman evaluates the movie I starred in? What does he think of my acting skills?"

Although Madonna was annoyed that Jed was deliberately pretending to be confused, she also knew very well that the man in front of her was a top-tier producer, director and screenwriter in Hollywood.If I can get the appreciation of this person, then my movie dream is completely within reach.

"Mrs. Peron" is indeed an excellent work, and you also acted very well in the film, especially the song "Don't Cry For Me Argentina". I believe that this film will be forgotten soon. , but this song will definitely become a classic." Jed's words were also quite subtle, just reminding Madonna that you are still suitable for singing, and you can only play occasionally when making movies.

Where did Madonna fail to understand the meaning of Jed's words?A movie can only be remembered by its theme song, one can imagine how failed this movie is.Madonna, as the leading actor in the movie and the lead singer of the theme song, she doesn't know whether this is a compliment or a mockery for her.

However, Madonna was unwilling to give up just like that. She paused and said, "I know that Mr. Sherman and Mr. Geffen partnered to open a New Century Records record company. It seems that three girls are currently being trained. But an unknown Who cares about a new guy from a record company? If Mr. Sherman can make me a movie, I'm willing to switch my record contract to New Age Records. How about it? Mr. Sherman, don't you think about it ?”

"No, I refuse." Jed responded, "Ms. Madonna should know that the international distributor of New Age Records is WEA Records under Warner Music Group, right? And I have to tell Ms. Madonna that you are really not suitable for movies. I think it's better to sing your own songs than to waste time looking for a director to make a movie for you. Excuse me, if you are really interested in acting, you might as well make a few music videos for yourself, which are actually miniature It's a movie."

Although the conversation between Jed and Madonna was a bit unhappy, it still made many people think about it. Could it be that Madonna, the first sister of Warner, wanted to vote for another family?Didn't it say that Jed and Geffen have set up a record company?Could it be that the first sister of Warner is going to the record company run by these two Hollywood tycoons?

Although this rumor was not reported, it was still circulating in the record circle, which made Warner Music very nervous. First, it went through Warner Bros. Records to appease Madonna, and Warner Music CEO Stephen Cooper immediately hung up. Remember to call. "Mr. Sherman, I heard a very bad rumor recently. I think we are still partners?"

Jed rubbed his forehead, thinking that this bad news is still spread far and wide. "Mr. Cooper, Mr. Geffen and I have always been Warner Music Group's allies and partners, and we will never do anything against Warner Music Group."

Hearing Jed's reassurance, Cooper's heart was still half relieved.Although intrigues in business matters are normal, but with Jed's affirmative answer, Cooper felt that he could at least trust a little bit.Since it was a misunderstanding just now, it is natural to immediately give a consolation, "I am very glad that Mr. Sherman can trust me so much in Warner Music Group. I heard that Mr. Geffen is about to launch a newcomer. Distribution channels will be your allies."

For Cooper's kindness, Jed naturally agreed.Jed has already written (qie) their future title songs for the three (piao) of New Century Records. Jed's original (chao) creation (xi) ability surprised Geffen, and even suggested that Jed Do music creation with peace of mind, don't bother with movies.

But Jed didn't listen to Geffen's lies to confuse the crowd, but prepared the promotion plan of the three of them.According to Jed's plan, Jessica Simpson will be the first to debut. He has prepared two singles for Simpson, "I Want to Love You Forever" and "I Want to Be in Love with You".Geffen and Jade agree that Simpson is a typical American sweetheart, so it is natural to debut with this girly love song.

Naturally, Britney used "First Confessions of Love" as her debut single. Although the positioning overlaps with Simpson, Simpson is the fresh and pastoral version of American Sweetheart, while Britney is obviously the sexy version of American Sweetheart.Fortunately, the remaining Christine Anguilera is a typical singer, so there is no need to mess with these things.Jed decided to let her debut with the single "Reflection", but Jed needs to work with Disney to see how to turn this single into the theme song of the animated movie "Mulan".

After the Golden Globes, Jed and the others could rest for a while, but Meribo had to make a trip to Utah because the Sundance Film Festival was being held.Mai Ruibo is mainly to see if there are any high-quality independent films, and see if he can buy a few for distribution.With the arrival of February, Hollywood's awards season has reached its peak.First of all, Meribo took "The English Patient" to Europe, because "The English Patient" won 13 nominations for the "BAFTA" and double nominations for the "Berlin Film Festival" Golden Bear Award and Silver Bear Award.

When the nominations for these two awards were announced, everyone has already said with certainty that "The English Patient" is the most popular Oscar this year.And Jade will take "Independence Day" and other commercial films to participate in the Saturn Awards, which is the highest award given to fantasy films in the United States.Whether it is science fiction or fantasy, or fantasy or thriller, all can participate in the competition for the Saturn Award. "Death Island" and "Mission: Impossible" both took nominations for best action and thriller film, while "Death Island" also took an additional nomination for best music.However, "Independence Day" was a bumper harvest, with a total of 11 nominations.

Although in the end the double insurance of "Brave to the Deadly Island" and "Mission: Impossible" did not work, and eventually lost the trophy for the best action and thriller movie, but "Independence Day" won the best science fiction movie and the best movie. Three awards for director and best special effects.Meanwhile, The English Patient took home Best Picture, Best Supporting Actress, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Editing and the Anthony Asquith Award (for Best Film Score) in the UK; In Germany, although "The English Patient" lost the Golden Bear Award, it took away the Silver Bear Award for Best Actress.

"Four films, 1996 important film awards, the 1997 Galaxy Film once again showed the world the rise of a new Hollywood giant with their unparalleled production and distribution capabilities!" The Hollywood Reporter, who is a "die-hard fan" of Jed " without hesitation sent its own praise, "Then we have reason to expect that the [-] Galaxy movie will be even better!"

"This is the depravity of Hollywood! In 1996, three of the top ten films in the annual box office list came from the same company, and two of them were top five winners. What happened to our film company?" "Variety Show" still did not forget Hei Yi Put Jade, "We must call on the relevant departments to investigate Hollywood. Is it possible that some companies have monopolized the relevant film sources?"

"Galaxy Films is just a production company, and Bowei International is in charge of distribution. It should be said that five of the top ten films at the box office are Bowei International." Jed decisively threw Bowei International out. .