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In a black jumper, dark jeans, plain sneakers, and a pair of disc glasses, Steve Jobs looked like any Silicon Valley geek or programmer.

But Ronan knew very well that Steve Jobs was definitely a hero. Talking to such a person, being 120% energetic and 200% vigilant would not do any harm.

Mr. Anderson, I've heard a lot of people talking about you. Steve Jobs said with a faint smile, I didn't expect you to become one of Apple's investors.

Ronan replied politely: It's just to find a place for the idle funds on hand.

Although there would be no expression on his face, Ronan was very wary. People like Steve Jobs must not be chatting with him, and they must have a certain purpose.

In his previous life, Ronan might have been very excited to see Gang Leader Qiao, but the years of tempering in Los Angeles have made him calm enough.

In his eyes, Steve Jobs is the helm of the enterprise, an outstanding operation expert, and he has already left the category of idol.

This meeting was just because he became a shareholder of Apple?

Ronan believed it was not that simple.

Still maintaining a faint smile, Steve Jobs said, Welcome to be one of Apple's shareholders.

Ronan nodded slightly: You're welcome.

At Apple's shareholder meeting this year, I hope to see Mr. Anderson. Steve Jobs reminded: If you don't come to attend, you must also appoint a proxy.

Ronan said, I will.

Steve Jobs said again: You are already a relatively large individual shareholder in Apple, and I hope to support Apple's development.

Ronan smiled and said, Mr. Jobs can notify me as soon as possible if Apple raises funds to expand its shares.

Mr. Anderson is optimistic about the future of Apple? Steve - Jobs asked.

Ronan seemed serious and said, I'm optimistic about Mr. Jobs.

Steve Jobs has been up and down in the business world for many years, and he will not take such words that sound true or false seriously.

He said casually: If Apple wants to expand its shares, I will notify you.

Ronan nodded slightly: Thank you.

Of course, the more shares of Apple in the past few years, the better. Although Steve Jobs has almost no shares in Apple, no one can deny that he played an important role in Apple's resurgence.

As early as the 1980s when he was kicked out by Apple, Steve Jobs cashed out all his Apple shares in a fit of anger, and later returned to Apple to get another share, but until his death, the shares in his hands were only 100%. A few o'clock.

To be precise, Steve Jobs didn't really become a billionaire until Pixar Studios went public in 1995.

Today, most of Steve Jobs' net worth is also brought by Pixar studio.

It's no surprise that Steve Jobs cared deeply about Pixar's business.

Mr. Anderson, I heard that you have a film distribution company in Hollywood? Steve Jobs' topic quickly turned to businesses related to animated films: Do you also have global distribution capabilities?

Of course, Ronan would not deny this well-known thing in the Hollywood circle: Embassy Pictures can distribute films in more than 100 countries and regions.

Although many small markets cannot directly distribute films, they have established business relationships with local distribution companies and can sell distribution rights.

Steve Jobs clearly has ulterior motives: DreamWorks Animation's Shrek was released overseas by Embassy Pictures?

That's right. Ronan said confidently, This animated feature film has achieved great success in North America and overseas.

Steve Jobs pushed down his disc glasses and said, So your Embassy Pictures has the ability to release feature-length animated films.

Ronan smiled: There is no doubt.

Steve Jobs stopped suddenly and didn't speak anymore, but seeing Ronan calm and calm, as if he didn't understand what he said, he couldn't help frowning slightly.

Doesn't Pixar Studios attract distribution companies at all?

As the owner of Pixar Studios, even if the company goes public, he still holds more than 50% of the company's shares. Steve Jobs has a considerable understanding of Hollywood, so he learned that the boss of a Hollywood distribution company became Apple's CEO. After investors, it is inevitable to have some ideas.

Good idea for his Pixar studio.

But it was a little surprising that the other party didn't seem to be very interested in Pixar Studios.

Ronan actually thought very simple. He was not generally interested in Pixar Studios, but it would not bring any benefit to be too eager in front of an old fox like Steve Jobs.

Steve Jobs didn't want to waste too much time, so he asked directly: Pixar Studios wants to cooperate with a new distribution company. I wonder if Mr. Anderson is interested?

Embassy Pictures releases Pixar Studio's animated feature film? Ronan tentatively asked, Is Pixar Studio not going to cooperate with Walt Disney?

He smiled: If I remember correctly, your contract with Disney has not yet expired.

Steve Jobs said, I can activate the release clause.

Ronan didn't play around in circles either. Steve Jobs was great, but he wasn't stupid either.

Mr. Jobs, as far as I know, there is something wrong with the cooperation between Pixar Studios and Disney. Ronan said unhurriedly: There is a huge difference between you and Disney on the profit sharing of animated feature films. Michael Eisner negotiating a new publishing deal.

Steve Jobs glanced at Ronan a little unexpectedly, because these are very intimate contacts, and few people except the highest level of Disney know.

Ronan said again: Mr. Jobs, if Pixar Studio really wants to cooperate with Embassy Pictures, I welcome it at any time.

Having said that, how could Steve Jobs not understand, Ronan saw through his mind.

Walt Disney has too many advantages in animation distribution and operation. Pixar Studio’s first ideal cooperation target is still Disney. There are no plans for Pixar to discontinue its relationship with Disney.

Negotiating distribution with other companies is more to put pressure on Disney in order to strive for more favorable conditions for Pixar Studios.

We can talk first. Steve Jobs' face has long been cultivated in the ups and downs of the business world for many years, even if Ronan saw through his intentions, he still said as if nothing happened: Pixar studio is not necessary for Disney.

Ronan had no further interest in talking, and said: In this case, I am very much looking forward to discussing cooperation with Pixar Studios in Los Angeles.

He stood up and shook hands with Steve Jobs: I am very much looking forward to working with Mr. Jobs.

Of course, Steve Jobs could hear the politeness in these words. He smiled politely and said, I am also looking forward to working with you.

Ronan didn't stay at Apple anymore and left soon.

Frankly speaking, he is very interested in Pixar Studios, but he knows that the current Pixar Studios cannot be eaten by Relativity Entertainment.

The market value of Pixar Studios is billions of dollars, and Ronan has to face people like Steve Jobs, who has no ability to swallow elephants for the time being.

As for the so-called cooperation, it was just used by Steve Jobs and Pixar studio as a weapon.

It is impossible for Ronan to foolishly approach him just because the other party is Steve Jobs, who is the god in the eyes of thousands of fruit fans.

This is not in line with the interests and needs of Relativity Entertainment, nor is it suitable for the development needs of Relativity Entertainment at this stage.

Walt Disney is about to be in chaos. At this time, a foreign enemy suddenly appeared. Is it to make the two major factions of Disney temporarily suspend the upcoming war and turn their guns to the outside world?

Ronan will not blindly overestimate the strength of his company.

Relativity Entertainment will have a chance when Disney gets into a complete mess and when the conflicts between Steve Jobs and Michael Eisner become irreconcilable.

It will also take time for Relativity Entertainment to continue to grow and develop.

Pixar Studios can only watch at this stage and stay in the future plan.

Ronan didn't think about it anymore, and stayed at Netflix for a few more days to continue to understand the situation of Netflix, then left San Francisco and took a flight back to Los Angeles.

The time is approaching May 2002, and the new summer season of the North American film market is about to kick off.

The two films released by Embassy Pictures this year are still making a lot of money in the market. Resident Evil DVD was released for ten days, and the sales of all channels exceeded 15 million US dollars, although it is far behind last year's Spy Shadow. Heavily hits and The Lord of the Rings, but in the mid-to-low budget category, it's pretty good.

From its launch in February to the end of April, the film has grossed a total of US$159.6 million at the global box office. Including peripheral channels, it has brought Relativity Entertainment more than US$70 million in revenue from all over the world.

The screening of another Underworld is still going on, and it is currently spending its third weekend in North America, with a cumulative North American box office of 42.9 million US dollars.

Overseas, because it was released in the first week, the overseas box office is only 15.72 million US dollars for the time being.

The old movies released in the past are also continuously generating various incomes for Relativity Entertainment. For example, the movie Bourne Shadow has been ranked first in the North American disc rental list for dozens of consecutive weeks since it was released on DVD.

In just these few months of rental revenue, Relativity Entertainment earned nearly $23 million.

If there are no major accidents, Bourne Shadow must be the champion of the North American film and television rental rankings in 2002!

And based on various data analysis, the offline revenue of this film will far exceed the online screening.

As soon as May entered, Ronan got tickets to the premiere of Spider-Man held by Sony Columbia Pictures through Chris' invitation.