Chapter 1020: The Dragon Ball

"Remember that before Relativity Entertainment was established, there was only Sand Sea Entertainment."

In the reception room, Kevin Tsuhara recalled the friendship between the two companies: "We were cooperating at that time, and many of your films were shot and post-produced in Warner Studios."

Ronan smiled and said, "That's right, Sandsea Entertainment pays Warner Bros. a large amount of venue and equipment rental fees every year."

Indeed, Shahai Entertainment had been cooperating with Warner Bros. in the early days, but Shahai Entertainment used various facilities of Warner Bros. not for free, but as a commercial transaction that paid real money.

Kevin Tsuhara heard the meaning of Ronan's words and said: "In any case, Warner Bros. and Relativity Entertainment have a good cooperative relationship."

"That's right." Ronan never denied this: "So, the two of us have been cooperating until now, and I hope we can continue to cooperate."

These words made Kevin Tsuhara frowned indistinctly, and continue to cooperate? What are you cooperating with? The Batman movie series?

Seeing that it was useless to test and build a relationship, Kevin Tsuhara simply gave up and said directly: "Ronan, "Batman" is a key project of Warner Bros. and DC Comics, and further development will be carried out in the future. May invest in this project for a long time, so..."

Ronan said naturally: "From the very beginning when I first contacted Charles Rowan, my attitude was very clear. Kevin, Sandsea Entertainment attaches great importance to the cooperation with Warner Bros. You can consider quitting the "Batman" series, whether it is facing Charles Rowan or you coming here in person today, my attitude has never changed."

Kevin Tsuhara knows it's not that simple.

"Sand Sea Entertainment and even the entire Relativity Entertainment Group have invested a lot in the "Batman" movie series." Ronan said naturally: "We can't withdraw unconditionally."

Hearing this, Kevin Tsuhara simply said: "The remake copyright of the two old movies, plus 30 million US dollars in compensation."

Ronan said: "Anyone with a discerning eye can see that "The Dark Knight" is bound to usher in a commercial explosion, and the subsequent sequels will become popular for a long time. Warner Bros. is not sincere enough under such conditions, and I can't help it." Up and down the theory of relativity entertainment."

Kevin Tsuhara looked gloomy, thinking that you are the boss of Relativity Entertainment, do you need to explain to others?

But he also knows,

This is not much better than the conditions Ronan offered to Charles Rowan back then. Today is different, and the same conditions are difficult to impress the other party.

"As for me, I am here on behalf of Warner Brothers." Kevin Tsuhara said, "Ronan, tell me about your conditions."

Ronan said slowly, "Kevin, Relativity Entertainment doesn't want $30 million in compensation."

As soon as these words came out, Kevin Tsuhara was slightly taken aback, and instantly understood that the other party did not want the 30 million US dollars, and I am afraid that the conditions for asking for it were far more than the 30 million US dollars.

Sure enough, Ronan said unhurriedly: "I like DC comics very much. I am a fan of DC comics. There are two superheroes that I am very interested in."

Kevin Tsuhara had a bad feeling, but he held back and said, "Which two specifically?"

Ronan said calmly: "I remember that in the early 1990s, in order to enrich the role of the Joker, DC Comics created a female companion for him called Harley Quinn. Later, Harley Quinn also joined the Suicide Squad."

Kevin Tsuhara didn't answer, and Harley Quinn was just a marginal person in the creation of DC Comics, including the entire Suicide Squad, all of which belonged to the small roles of DC Comics.

"There is one more." Ronan was testing the bottom line of Warner Bros., especially Kevin Tsuhara: "Wonder Woman Diana, this is my favorite comic book superhero."

Kevin Tsuhara's face immediately changed: "This is impossible!"

Ronan shrugged slightly and emphasized: "These are just two female superhero characters."

"Wonder Woman is one of the three giants of the Justice League. I think you know how important it is." Kevin Tsuhara seems to have no room for negotiation: "Warner Bros. will not transfer the copyright of Wonder Woman, any None of the conditions."

Ronan still wants to fight for it as much as possible: "The successful "Batman" series, and the uncertain future of Wonder Woman..."

Kevin Tsuhara simply interrupted Ronan: "Don't talk anymore, if you are in such a condition, then we don't need to talk anymore."

"Okay." Ronan said directly: "Let's maintain the status quo."

If you don't talk about it, you won't be in a hurry for relativity entertainment.

Seeing Ronan's attitude, Kevin Tsuhara's face became gloomy again.

The interview ended on a bad note.

Ronan basically saw it clearly. He wanted to use the follow-up investment rights of the "Batman" series as a condition to win the copyright of "Wonder Woman". The possibility is infinitely close to zero. After all, Wonder Woman is important to the entire Justice League. is the central figure.

As for Harley Quinn and the Suicide Squad, there is some hope.

In fact, Ronan's asking price is too high. Warner Bros. will definitely pay back the money on the spot. Relativity Entertainment can give up the rights and interests of the follow-up "Batman" series, but Warner Bros. and DC Comics must also give enough compensation.

Before the first weekend of the summer break, Kevin Tsujihara and Ronan met again, and both sides agreed to start negotiations.

Warner Bros., led by DC Comics executive Diego Harris, formed a small negotiating team and began negotiations with Relativity Entertainment, headed by Robert Lee.

The two sides quickly reached an agreement on one point. Relativity Entertainment acquired the remake copyrights of Warner Bros.'s old movies "Return of the Clown" and "A Star Is Born", which is the basis of this deal.

The rest will be discussed slowly.

You know, what Relativity Entertainment has to give up is not only the investment rights of "The Dark Knight Rises", Warner Bros. also plans to continue shooting sequels.

In addition, once the deal is concluded, it also means that Relativity Entertainment will give up the long-term income rights of the "New Batman" series.

According to Warner Bros.'s plan, the benefits that Relativity Entertainment will give up may be calculated in units of billions, and Warner Bros. will certainly have to pay a sufficient price.

The possibility of getting Wonder Woman is too low. Ronan's request is to win the film and television adaptation copyright of "Suicide Squad" as much as possible. If it is not possible, ask Warner Bros. to pay a high enough one-time monetary compensation.

With the arrival of the summer vacation, the first weekend to release, although it is a Marvel superhero movie, is "Spider-Man 3" produced and distributed by Sony Columbia Pictures.

The first two "Spider-Man" movies were big hits, and this one is the end of the trilogy. Naturally, no movie wants to hit it head-on.

Whether it's Relativity Entertainment's "The Hulk" or Twentieth Century Fox's "Pharaohs and Gods," it's all dodging this weekend.

In this version, the bitter and bitter Peter Parker is tortured by love and hatred.

Director Sam Raimi was almost unanimously accused by Spider-Man fans, and the entire movie led by him was heavy and depressing.

Ronan heard Chris mention that during the filming and production of "Spider-Man 3", Sam Raimi and the senior executives of Sony Columbia Pictures repeatedly broke out violent conflicts because of the plot.

Sony Columbia Pictures wanted the film to be lighter, but Sam Raimi insisted, and in the end Tobey Maguire's already bitter face became even more bitter.

This also led to a break between Sony Columbia Pictures and Sam Raimi. Originally, Sony Columbia had plans to continue filming the fourth film, but after the conflict with Sam Raimi intensified, Sony Columbia decided that this would be the end of the trilogy. Then when the time is right, restart this superhero series.

Almost all of the entanglements between Sony Columbia Pictures and Sam Raimi are reflected in this movie.

The film is sometimes very brainless, such as Harry and his butler, the inexplicable transformation of the Sandman, etc., and sometimes emotionally heavy, making people feel that Spider-Man seems to be carrying a lot of things.

This also brought about the worst part of the series audience and media reputation.

Fortunately, this is the "Spider-Man" movie. The first two movies have laid a solid foundation for the audience, and the movie has enough exciting special effects.

In addition, the final chapter of the trilogy is also a huge gimmick to attract the audience.

"Spider-Man 3" made a good start for the summer of 2007 amidst the criticism. In the first weekend of its release in North America, it earned $151.11 million in three days.

Such box office figures undoubtedly make Sony Columbia Pictures very pleased.

Regardless of the controversy with Sam Raimi, the film was at least a commercial success, and Peter Parker remains one of the most beloved superheroes in America.

Ordinary is also a key factor in the popularity of this version of Spider-Man.

There is also the theme of greater responsibility and greater ability, which is also very suitable for the social environment after 9/11.

Someone said that after the 9/11 incident in the United States, the whole society gained unprecedented confidence and strength because of the "Spider-Man" movie. This is the most positive feedback that a superhero role can have on the real society.

Although this is somewhat exaggerated, it can somewhat reflect certain facts.

In fact, many people are asking, why is it Peter Parker? Probably just because of his ordinary.

Although Spider-Man possesses great power, his growth environment, education level, and even his way of thinking are still no different from an ordinary person.

As shown in the movie, the most terrifying enemies of Spider-Man are not the Green Goblin and Doctor Octopus, but when the landlord collects the rent.

The later Spider-Man was no longer Tobey Maguire's heaviness or hatred.

It can only be said that the times have changed, and the audience of the film has also changed.

The release of "Spider-Man 3" kicked off the success of this summer. Every weekend in May, there are well-known big-budget movies released.

In the following weekend, "Pharaohs and Gods" produced and distributed by 20th Century Fox and directed by Ridley Scott will enter the North American film market.

Dragon Ball is here!

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