Chapter 712

"Don't worry, in terms of publicity, Hollywood's mainstream media will definitely back Congress, everyone hopes this matter passes quickly," Charles said to Arianna Huffington.

"Charles, this time, Hollywood is different; Ted Turner controls CNN, and with you holding NBC, you've got almost half of Hollywood's publicity power," Arianna responded. "But you must know, the Jewish influence within the Democratic Party is significant, and we can't afford to destabilize the factions due to internal strife!"

Arianna Huffington was worried that Charles might take extreme measures against all the Jewish capital.

Charles smiled, "Don't worry, Hollywood is a stronghold for the Democrats, that's my base, and we have gradually encroached on the media power controlled by Jews. As long as they behave, they will remain top players in American society!"

Arianna nodded, understanding that Charles meant that the Jews could no longer act as they wished.

Above their interests, there was now another power group!

"Charles, they are used to being at the pinnacle, they won't easily give up their position," Arianna reminded.

"Don't worry, they will," Charles responded calmly, "Right now, the media power in Hollywood no longer belongs to them. Without their absolute publicity advantage, what do they have to fight us with?"

"If they don't comply, I won't mind continuing the reforms in Hollywood," Charles smiled, "There is quite a bit of anti-Jewish sentiment within Hollywood as well."

"Okay, just be careful," Arianna said. After all, she owed her rise to Charles, not to mention the influence of The Huffington Post, the leading political news website thanks to him.

Moreover, the politicians tied to West Pacific Union Bank's investment business were countless!

...

That evening, at the Hilton Hotel in Midtown Manhattan, Capet Pictures and HBO held a celebration for the fantasy epic series Game of Thrones: Season One.

Bruce Rosenblum, the president in charge of Warner Bros' television division, specifically invited Charles.

Bruce Rosenblum and Jeff Robinov, the president in charge of movies, had become Barry Meyer's right-hand men after Alan Horn left.

Now, Barry Meyer wasn't seen as a capable leader in the eyes of Time Warner chairman Jeff Bewkes. The next CEO of Warner Bros was likely to be either Bruce Rosenblum or Jeff Robinov.

This situation caused more direct competition between the two.

"Bruce, long time no see. I heard things at Time Warner are pretty unstable," Charles said as he clinked glasses with Bruce Rosenblum on the sofa.

Splitting AOL, changing major shareholders, struggling film business, and TBS just getting out of a power struggle...

"Charles, I should congratulate you. Capet's productions remain consistently strong," Bruce Rosenblum smiled. "This year belongs to Capet!"

"Unfortunately, Game of Thrones: Season One has such high ratings. I kind of regret partnering with HBO," Charles expressed his regret openly.

"Hey, Charles, George R.R. Martin has great faith in HBO's production abilities," Bruce shook his head, "Besides, HBO has the exclusive broadcasting rights for Game of Thrones, but Capet Pictures still owns the copyrights!"

Charles said nothing, changing the subject, "It looks like Barry Meyer hasn't renewed his contract with Warner Bros, has he?"

Bruce Rosenblum's eyelid twitched involuntarily, "Charles, you..."

Ted Turner had taken back control of TBS, and American Bancorp, a major shareholder of American Investment Group, was an important shareholder of Capet Group.

Charles Capet used American Investment Group to influence the Time Warner shareholder meetings and connected Ted Turner with the American Investment Group.

Although outsiders didn't know how much influence he had, the alliance between Ted Turner and Charles Capet in Hollywood was undeniable.

"I'm just one of the candidates," Bruce Rosenblum didn't hide anything, "Jeff Robinov has high support too. And he's in charge of the film division!"

"When Disney's film chairman Dick Cook left, it was Rich Ross from Disney's movie channel who took over, right?" Charles took a sip of his drink. "Besides, if Jeff Robinov doesn't show anything notable, it will be hard for Time Warner's board to choose him. The shareholders of Time Warner are quite complex! And have you forgotten about the Japanese investors in Time Warner?"

"Japanese investors?" Bruce furrowed his brow, recalling that Ted Turner had support from them too.

"Charles, what do you mean?"

Charles smirked and said, "Kevin Tsujihara, the president of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment is of Japanese descent, isn't he? He's responsible for Warner Bros' home entertainment and DVD sales, and his performance is noteworthy. You and Jeff Robinov have board supporters; why would Kevin Tsujihara not have any?"

"Kevin Tsujihara?" Bruce knew him well. The Japanese investors would definitely support him, and now Turner's faction likely would as well.

Charles smiled, put down his glass, stood up, and patted Bruce on the shoulder, "Jeff Bewkes' support is important, but the shareholder games behind it are what really counts."

Bruce was momentarily stunned and couldn't help but ask, "Charles, interested in collaborating? An alliance between Universal, MGM, and Warner Bros would be formidable!"

It wasn't a secret among the upper echelons that the Anglo-Saxon capital led by Charles Capet was vying for Hollywood's dominance against the Jewish capital.

Moreover, the Anglo-Saxon capital had gained the upper hand because Capet Universal's performance was too outstanding.

"I have no way to persuade Time Warner's shareholders. Besides, collaborating with Capet Universal benefits you anyway," Charles shook his head. "I have no say in Time Warner's internal matters!"

It wasn't that Charles didn't want to intervene, but he couldn't.

Unlike Ted Turner, Charles didn't hold significant power within the group. With an ally, it was much easier.

But for these guys, as managers, Charles just hoped Warner Bros' management remains chaotic!

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