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The 2005 summer vacation has been going on for four weekends, and at least one high-profile commercial film has been released on each weekend, but the fate of the four films is completely different. The opening weekend of "Kingdom of Heaven" and "Escape from Clone Island" announced flop, while Bourne Bourne 3 and Despicable Me were big hits.

Then, everyone discovered one thing, that 50% of the success belongs to relativity entertainment.

The media began to widely report about Relativity Entertainment and Ronan, but the circle fell into a brief silence.

A powerful film company integrating production, publicity, distribution and peripheral operations has stood in front of everyone in Hollywood.

The most important thing is that this company has a nearly complete film and television industry chain system, and it is very difficult for other companies to restrict it.

Besides, the other contenders in Hollywood never really came together.

This situation, coupled with the value that Relativity Entertainment continues to demonstrate, and the rumors in the financial market that Relativity Entertainment's subsidiary Netflix is ​​about to go public, etc., have caused Ronan to attract widespread attention.

This kind of attention has already transcended the entertainment industry and even entertainment-related industries, and has spread to the entire business circle in North America.

After contacting Ronan several times, the reporter of "Forbes" magazine Belen Reinas finally won the opportunity to interview Ronan after unremitting efforts.

This exclusive interview was placed in the VIP reception room of the Relativity Building.

Belen Reynas came to the reception room early in the morning to make arrangements, and "Forbes" attached great importance to this interview.

Although Belen Reynas is one of the top reporters of "Forbes", the magazine specially sent her former boss to be the guidance behind.

"This opportunity for an exclusive interview is rare." Michel told Beren Reynas: "Since Ronan Anderson left school to start a business, this is the first time he has accepted an exclusive interview with the media."

Belen Reynas looked at the question draft he had drawn up and was making final preparations: "I understand."

Michelle also said: "One thing must be noted, don't measure Ronan Anderson with a single identity, he is a gold medal producer in Hollywood, a golden hand in developing film and television projects, and a Entrepreneurs and stars in the Internet industry, according to the estimates of the financial industry, when Netflix goes public, Ronan Anderson will become the youngest billionaire in the United States."

Belen Reynas is in his thirties,

There is no lack of drive, and I have accumulated a wealth of life experience, and I have made sufficient preparations for this.

She knew what kind of character she was about to face.

Amazing talent? A genius? Lady Luck's favorite?

None of these descriptions are appropriate. Belen Reynas has never seen such an outstanding young man as Ronan Anderson in his career of more than ten years.

As the scheduled interview time approached, the cameraman had already finished preparations. Belen Reynas took the time to have a final exchange with Michelle, and then went to the lounge next to him to touch up his makeup and tidy up his clothes.

This is respect for others as well as respect for yourself.

At 9:30 in the morning, Ronan entered the reception room on time and met Belen Reynas.

This is a middle-aged brown-haired woman with a relatively ordinary appearance, but she looks shrewd and powerful.

"Hello, Mr. Anderson." Belen Reynas took the initiative to take a step forward and shook hands with Ronan: "It's very nice to see you again."

Ronan shook hands with her and said with a smile, "It's my honor to be interviewed by Miss Reynas."

After Belen-Renas briefly introduced the "Forbes" staff present, Ronan said: "If possible, let's get started. In the afternoon, I will go to the premiere of "Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith" Mode."

The two sat opposite each other, and Belen Reynas quietly gestured to the cameraman, and at the same time turned on the recording pen in front of him, as if chatting with old friends, and asked: "Do you like the "Star Wars" series very much? "

Ronan smiled and asked back: "How many people in America don't like Star Wars?"

Belen Reynas acted accordingly and asked following Ronan's words: "A lot of people are criticizing, saying that George Lucas' Star Wars prequel movie ruined the Star Wars series?"

Ronan shook his head slightly: "The prequel trilogy, like the main story, is a great masterpiece. Personally, I very much hope that this series can continue to be filmed and see the world of Star Wars continue to expand."

Belen-Renas asked immediately: "Is it also because of this that Relativity Entertainment has produced so many series of movies?"

"The biggest use of movies is to bring joy to people." Ronan was not troubled by this small problem: "As long as the audience likes it, there is a need for many movies to exist, and I am not only a producer, but also a businessman , the film invested can not only be liked by the audience, but also bring profits, isn't it the best of both worlds?"

Belen-Renas question becomes poignant: "But a lot of people are saying that Relativity specializes in bad movies, or a series of bad movies."

Ronan said slowly: "It's impossible for a movie to please everyone. Every movie has its own audience. Even if it's a well-received movie like the "Bourne Shadow" series, some people still hate it."

"Have you ever imagined that in the future, you can make a good movie that everyone likes?" asked Beren Reynas.

Ronan spread his hands: "Movies are not dollars."

Belen Reynas couldn't help laughing, and the topic tended to ease: "When the media and entertainment circles mention you, they can always think of a long list of movies, such as "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Bourne Shadow" and so on, but very Few people know you personally, as far as I know, you were once on the verge of bankruptcy?"

Ronan thought for a while, and said: "The situation at the time, I messed up the first official feature film in my life, most of the employees of Sand Sea Entertainment Company left by my father resigned, including me, in fact, only There are four people left, if the new work cannot attract investment, the company can only go bankrupt and liquidate, fortunately we have found a new investor, and the new film we produced is also a success."

Belen Reynas asked again: "Is Shahai Entertainment the most precious legacy your father left you?"

"Strictly speaking, no." Ronan said nonsense seriously: "Father taught me to have confidence and be good at discovering, so that I can overcome difficulties."

Belen Renas asked keenly: "It's like everyone thinks that the theme of pirate movies has declined, but you discovered "Pirates of the Caribbean" from it?"

"Actually, this movie is different from all pirate movies, and it adds a lot of supernatural elements." Ronan just said simply: "I would like to quote the words from articles by Hollywood reporters and professionals to explain: "Caribbean The box office miracle of "Pirates" stems from its fresh plot and unique ideas. More importantly, it transcends the thinking of selling sex and violence as a selling point of pirate films, and the film is completely suitable for audiences of any age."

Belen-Renas asked again: "As we all know, you are not only the producer, but also the owner of the film company. Does the management company need to disperse your energy in film production?"

Ronan smiled and said: "I have a very good team, they raise the flag for us, they will consult with me and help me do some work, they do it, not me, I just need to work with talented people work together."

The interview went very smoothly according to the scheduled process, and the topic soon came to Netflix.

"Mr. Anderson, Netflix has been preparing for the IPO." Beren Reynas asked: "There are a lot of rumors about Netflix now. It is said that a large number of investment institutions want to invest in Netflix. Once Netflix goes public, you You will become a billionaire, are you ready?"

Ronan said calmly: "After Netflix went public, it is actually no different from what it is now. I think Netflix's greatest value is its ability to be recognized by the market and users."

Belen Reynas added: "The youngest billionaire..."

Ronan isn't going to dwell on the issue: "Netflix isn't public yet, not yet, is it?"

Belen Reynas laughed and didn't continue to ask about this aspect. Instead, he asked: "Just like you are the boss of Netflix, I find that the outside world doesn't know much about you."

Ronan spread his hands and said, "I always thought I was famous."

Belen Reynas sneered, and continued to ask: "Most of the young rich in the United States have formed families early, and the facts have proved that a stable family life is conducive to starting a career. Have you ever considered this? "

Ronan had a serious expression: "I have, but I have never met the right person. Maybe when that day comes, I will get married as quickly as possible."

The atmosphere of the interview was basically friendly, and after the end, I took a lot of photos about Ronan.

On the next issue of "Forbes" magazine, Ronan will appear as a cover character.

This is also the first time he has been on the cover of a heavyweight magazine.

In fact, Ronan is very clear that after Netflix goes public, everything will be different, and he will inevitably receive more attention. Even like Gaizi and Jobs, every move may become news.

At noon, Ronan, as the host, hosted a banquet for Belen Reynas and his party.

Netflix is ​​about to go public, so it is necessary to build a good relationship with financial and business media such as "Forbes".

After seeing off the "Forbes" group, Ronan changed into a formal dress and headed to the Hollywood area, preparing to attend the premiere of "Star Wars Episode: Revenge of the Sith".

This is a personal invitation from George Lucas, and it is also a plan related to the future of Relativity Entertainment.

It is completely different from what he said in the interview. Ronan has a general sense of the Star Wars series, but this does not conflict with the business plan. The company has achieved a certain level, and he will not simply use personal interests as the criterion for judgment.

Besides, this is recognized as the number one IP in the film industry.