Chapter 43

This point depends on the needs of the big boss behind MGM, whether to cash out a part or continue to be optimistic about entertainment stocks.

Chapter 68 The deal is reached, Kevin's plan goes smoothly

The two were drinking coffee in Robinoff's office, waiting for news from Time Warner.

After about three hours of discussions, Time Warner finally agreed to buy a 20% stake in MGM.

As media giants, they do not dislike having too many film companies under their control, especially a film company with a long history like MGM.

That means an extremely thick film library, which can greatly benefit their core, the TV station.

It's just that they can't always find a place to lobby for a purchase before they get the real news of the sale.

And now that MGM is taking the initiative to deliver it, Time Warner certainly cannot miss it.

After confirming the result of the acquisition, Time Warner immediately sent someone to notify Robinoff, the president of Warner Bros.

…

In the office, upon hearing the news from the secretary, Reiter and Robinoff smiled at the same time, and Robinoff took the initiative to say to Reiter:

"Happy cooperation!"

Leiter nodded, and also replied with a smile:

"Happy cooperation!"

In this regard, MGM and Warner Bros. were completely tied together and became a part of Time Warner.

….

Three days later, after Time Warner agreed to the acquisition, Leiter immediately notified Kevin, and Kevin made a down payment of $20 million, and the remaining $70 million was credited within a year. Conditions, successfully obtained a 10% stake in MGM.

Plus the 0.5% donated by minority shareholders.

Kevin acquired 10.5% of MGM's shares at this time and was successfully promoted to MGM's third largest shareholder.

Under the proposal of Time Warner, today, three days later, a press conference is being held at MGM.

...

The news that MGM and Time Warner had reached a share acquisition silently spread throughout Hollywood in the past three days.

As a joint venture between two of the top ten film companies in Hollywood, it has undoubtedly attracted major attention in Hollywood.

What is even more remarkable than this attention is the news that Steve Kevin, the up-and-coming director, has purchased a 10% stake in MGM at a low price of 90 million US dollars.

Pure director reputation, although Steve Kevin's reputation in the circle is not small, but it is still far from those real famous directors, Spielberg and other directors.

He also lacks the fame and awards he has gained over the years.

But since he became a major shareholder of MGM, all this has changed, and his status in the circle has increased sharply.

Through his brilliant achievements, people have added a variety of identities to him, such as a gold medal producer, a gold medal editor, a famous director, and a major shareholder of MGM.

One of these identities alone may not be outstanding enough, but all identities are superimposed together, and Kevin has become the hottest God of Wealth in Hollywood.

People have found that it seems that as long as they can invest in the films he makes, they can make almost 100% of their money.

If it weren't for the lack of projects on hand, Kevin would have set up a fund and used the fund to invest in his films.

In this way, he only needs to pay a small interest to pocket the profits of the film.

Of course, it's still the same sentence. At present, Kevin's foundation is not solid enough, and he needs to share benefits to earn more.

The fund will definitely do it, but not now.

...

Steve Kevin, Reiter, Robinoff, and several other MGM executives stood together on the podium at the press conference.

Countless reporters waited and watched, and as soon as the press conference started, they put the microphone into Leiter's mouth.

Leiter took a step forward, facing all the reporters, and said:

"After the unanimous opinion of MGM's executives, as well as future strategic decisions, starting today, MGM will cooperate with Warner Bros. in the closest possible way."

"MGM sold 20% of its shares to Time Warner. In the future, MGM's 007, Tom and Jerry will all be broadcast on Time Warner's TV, and the two sides will also reach other in-depth cooperation."

In the face of Time Warner's support and the acceptance of Kevin as a general, all of this made Wright feel the hope of MGM's return to glory.

Now, of course, he is very happy.

A beautiful blond female reporter rushed in front of Leiter and quickly asked with the gesture of shoving the microphone into Leiter's mouth:

"Excuse me, is director Steve Kevin the key person behind this collaboration?"

"I heard that director Steve Kevin has a special relationship with all the heroines in his films, is that true?"

Before Lett could answer, he saw several reporters crowding in at the same time. Nine of the ten questions asked were Kevin's gossip, and a few were asking Kevin how he had so much money to buy MGM. the issue of tax evasion and tax evasion.

Seeing that everyone's attention was on Steve Kevin, Leiter quickly picked up the microphone in his hand and said:

"Since everyone cares so much about Director Kevin, let Director Kevin answer your questions."

Having said that, Reit took a few steps back and handed the microphone in his hand to Kevin.

Kevin took the microphone without stage fright. Here, it was actually his first time participating in a press conference in the true sense.

The previous opening ceremony did not invite reporters to come, and the propaganda of Mission Impossible was handed over to Tom Cruise. He did not go, just showed up and left without answering any questions from reporters.

Today, it is his first time to attend a press conference.

The reporters were even more excited when they saw Kevin come forward. The three movies, Chainsaw, Escape from the Dead Town, and Mission Impossible, well explained his road to fame.

People are eager to find out how he succeeded.

Of course, the reporters were more interested in his tidbits.

"Director Kevin, according to Chainsaw's crew, you used the director's authority many times to be the heroine of Chainsaw. Do you have any explanation for this?"

Looking at the reporter with excitement on his face, Kevin smiled in his heart.

Chapter 69 The key interview to decide if the Pirates of the Caribbean show up early

The experience of being a director in the past life is not fake, he has been exposed to this kind of thing to some extent.

The female reporter in front of him directly confirmed his unspoken actress from the questioning. Regardless of whether he answered or not, these reporters can distort and edit the answer to what they want.

"Your so-called crew broke the news, may I ask who broke the news?"

"Can you come and confront me in person?"

Kevin directly avoided talking about unspoken things, and directly grabbed the witness in the reporter's mouth.

He knew that this so-called whistleblower was fabricated by reporters nine times out of ten.

Even if it were true, no one would dare to stand up and confront him.

That's the rule.

When the reporter heard Kevin's words, he immediately realized that Kevin was not the kind of director who was easy to deal with, and the sharp topic that he had prepared was instantly replaced by a serious interview.

"Director Kevin, have you played a vital role in the cooperation between MGM and Warner?"

"Is there a problem with the source of funds for your purchase of MGM shares?"

Kevin smiled lightly, picked up the microphone and explained:

"The cooperation between Warner Bros. and MGM was facilitated by me. As for the source of funding, every film I directed either got a share of the box office, or it was a part of my own investment."

"90 million dollars, I can take it out!"

A blushing instantly appeared on the face of the female reporter. Obviously, a handsome, capable, and rich man like Kevin was a high-quality man that women couldn't resist.

The female reporter's tone suddenly twisted and asked:

"Then Director Kevin, do you have a girlfriend?"

Kevin just smiled and turned to answer other reporters' questions.

Disappointing female reporters.

Relying on the memory of his previous life, Kevin avoided all the traps and answered their questions with ease when asked by a group of reporters.

In the end, until the press conference, the reporter was unable to dig out any scandal from Kevin's mouth.

Combined with the power of MGM and Warner Bros., most of the formal media eventually adopted positive coverage.

….

The next day, waking up from the bed and looking at Milla Jovovich next to him, Kevin touched the tip of his nose a little embarrassed.

Julie and Hayek both took up new dramas and went to shoot other movies. Kevin, who was not comfortable at home alone, called Milla Jovovich to accompany him.

Looking at Milla Jovovich sleeping beside him, Kevin couldn't help but scolded in his heart that he was a scumbag.

But scolding is scolding, and he will not change if he changes.

Then I made a simple American breakfast for Milla Jovovich, which awakened Milla Jovovich. As for why it was an American breakfast, of course, it was because it was too simple to make. Kevin is not one who knows how to make it. Man with rice.

"My dear, it's time for breakfast."

Kevin smiled and kissed Milla Jovovich before saying softly.

Milla Jovovich woke up lazily from her sleep. Looking at the man in front of her, she couldn't help but think of staying by his side forever.

In addition to being a playboy, the man in front of her is simply the most perfect object in her ideal, and she has been deeply infatuated with this man in front of her.

"OK."

Milla Jovovich got up, revealing the wonderful vest line that she had developed from regular exercise, stretched out in front of Kevin, and then got up and went to the table in the living room to eat breakfast.

Kevin picked up the newspaper sent by the housekeeper of this villa area and watched the news on it.

"Genius director to gold medal producer, to MGM's major shareholder, Steve Kevin's gorgeous growth path…"

"Representatives of the American Dream, from orphans, to talented directors, to MGM's major shareholders, explore Steve Kevin's path to success…"

"…"

Kevin nodded with a smug smile on his face.

Kevin obviously couldn't get tired of this kind of touting him.

And this kind of press release will implant the influence on the public that Kevin has never failed, which is undoubtedly a great benefit for a director to develop his own brand.

Kevin also hopes that one day, he can become the kind of director who can attract countless audiences with his own name.

Of course, now he's on the right track.

"Steve Kevin, the director of Playboy, heard that he had made female classmates pregnant many times during his school days…"

Seeing this kind of news, Kevin naturally skipped it.

Celebrities can't be without lace news, and arguing with them is undoubtedly adding fame to these small gossip newspapers. The best way is to ignore them.

Kevin silently canceled the newspaper subscription in his heart.

Then he raised his head, smiled and said:

"Darling, I'm going to MGM later, you can stay here for a few days first, there is everything in the refrigerator, just heat it up if you want to eat it, and I'll give it to you in my new movie after a while. have an important role in it."

Milla Jovovich's eyes lit up and nodded.

After the advance publicity, who doesn't know now that Steve's new film is expected to cost hundreds of millions of dollars.

It's unquestionably a big production, and it's been great to get a big role.

As for the heroine, Milla Jovovich didn't even think about it.

That's not what she should be looking for now, of course, if she can be Kevin's long-term girlfriend or his wife, then of course none of that.

"Kevin~, don't forget to come back early, I'll be waiting for you at home."

Milla Jovovich gave Kevin a suggestive look and licked his lips.

Kevin immediately laughed and left the house.

He is going to MGM today to formally interview the protagonist, and after confirming the specific candidates for the protagonist, he will talk about the investment share.

Whether Pirates of the Caribbean can win the audience's love ten years in advance depends on whether someone can restore the image of Captain Jack Sparrow in his mind.