Hollywood New Century

From yachting in San Francisco Bay, then the thrills of Las Vegas, to shopping spree in Los Angeles.

Simon took Tong Liya over a perfect New Year's Day. At the same time, Stephen Chow's team also came to San Francisco to start the final film preparations with the help of Xinghai Films.

"Is the risk a little high if we do this?" Ashley Brax, who is currently in charge of Venus Films, asked. After all, he is a Chinese actor. This kind of investment must have a certain market in North America and Europe. Relying on China's current market will definitely not work.

"Yes, yes, but I am very confident, and this is also our attempt to enter the huge Chinese market. Anyway, we are also cooperating with Chinese capital. The focus of Xinghai Entertainment is also on distribution," Simon is of course somewhat confident. , but I don't know what the final result will be.

"By the way, I heard that Darren Aronofsky has an adaptation of "Black Swan" and we invested in it?"

Ashley Brax nodded and explained: "The cost is not high, and Darren Aronofsky has long persuaded Natalie Portman to play the heroine, I have read the original script, I talked to him again, and I think it's good, and it's still very artistic."

"Let Blake Lively try that supporting actress!" After all, Simon agreed to Blake Lively's and wanted to say something.

Ashley Brax was stunned for a moment, then nodded quickly.

"At present, I want to manage the Asian market, especially mainland China, and Venus Pictures can spend some time in this area to increase film exchanges between the two sides," Simon said calmly, leaning back on his chair.

"The development there is very fast, there is a huge population base, and there is no shortage of market. If you find a film project that fits their culture, we will get unexpected results in the future!"

"I understand that the current Xinghai International Cinema Company under Xinghai International Pictures is also aware of the joint venture project of building a cinema in mainland China," Ashley Brax nodded in response.

"Moreover, there is also the Asian Film Fund of Xinghai International Films Asia Branch, and plans to support new types of films. I think these are also helpful for us to enter the local market, but it will take time."

After all, compared with the Big Six, the earlier one or the Big Seven, their long history has created a strong brand influence and has a great advantage in the world.

Xinghai Pictures is too young, and its sudden rise in recent years has indeed increased its influence, but the previous overseas distribution of films was also distributed by the six major networks. It will take time to catch up now.

"Well, Ms. Zhou Lixian over there is still very experienced. She also knows more about oriental culture. You can communicate with her more, and cultural integration is not so easy!" Lax left the office.

The arrival of 2009 marked the start of a new round of Oscar PR activities in Hollywood. The party was already in Los Angeles, but this time it has intensified. Even the financial tsunami has no impact on many big Hollywood stars, and the remuneration is still high.

Media promotions, film promotions, fashion parties, charity evenings, business receptions, etc. never stop.

A large charity appreciation dinner is being held at the Roosevelt Hotel on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

"Mr. Pike, the White House sincerely invited many friends from the Hollywood entertainment circle to attend the presidential inauguration on the 22nd. This victory, Hollywood's credit cannot be erased," Mario's chief of staff Lu Peining and Simon stood in the corner of the hotel lobby chatting.

Mario was elected as the new president of the United States on 11.4 last year. Simon looked at this second-generation Chinese immigrant and is now Mario's cabinet secretary.

"God bless America, I hope the new president can lead everyone to move forward, and let America continue to move forward steadily on the road of freedom and democracy," Simon said.

"By then, I think Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., will be packed with Hollywood platform stars."

Hollywood's support for the Democratic Party is huge, and the stars on each platform are definitely not a few.

"Thank you for your support. Mr. Mario also said that he is very much looking forward to meeting you again. As a representative of the new generation of American dream, all Americans are very concerned about your future and plans," Lu Peining also said. He said with a smile, although the United States under the financial tsunami has blood from all over the world, it has been greatly affected after all.

Young people like Simon Parker and Mark Zuckerberg are all positive examples of propaganda, the American dream, not a dream.

"I don't know much about other aspects, but I have some ideas about the entertainment industry, but I can discuss it with Mr. Mario," Simon's previous strong support certainly needs to be repaid, after all, this is the rule.

"That's the best. Hollywood is the window of the American cultural industry to the outside world. Simon, your Xinghai Entertainment has become more prosperous in recent years. You are more professional than all of us in this regard, and Mr. President will definitely listen to your opinions," Lu Peining said. laughed,

"I wonder if there is anything I need to convey to Mr. Mario now?"

Simon smiled calmly, thought about it and said: "The conglomeration of the entertainment industry is inevitable now, and the Paramount Act is a fact, there is nothing to say about these aspects, as for the overseas market, there is the MPAA. There is no problem with the operation, as long as the government provides support,”

"Actually, I'm thinking, if the entertainment industry is conglomerated, if it is a large-scale merger and acquisition, will it lead to a new monopoly?"

Lu Peining smiled and said, "Recently, I also heard that Doncaster Group is proposing the acquisition of NBC Universal Entertainment Group to the Federal Trade Commission, but this kind of large-scale merger is not so fast. The antitrust subcommittee definitely needs to investigate market impact and volatility."

"So, in the spirit of free and fair competition, progress can only be achieved if there are opponents," Simon smiled and said casually,

"Actually, Xinghai Entertainment is also interested in Vivendi's 20% stake in NBC Universal Entertainment!"

Lu Peining nodded. He had received hints from Simon's team before, and now he said it face to face. Obviously, Xinghai Entertainment himself is interested in NBC Universal, but with the huge size of the Doncaster Group, Simon Pike has no confidence, or he is not ready.

"The Federal Trade Commission will investigate in accordance with legal procedures!" Lu Peining said and deliberately emphasized the pronunciation of the words "legal procedures".

Whether the snake can swallow the elephant, or if the time is too late, it is up to Xinghai to entertain himself, and the reward has already been given back.