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Chapter 612 Expanding Ambition

“Just this past weekend, it was released by Disney, produced by Marvel Studios, and produced by the famous director Gilbert Jr.

The blockbuster "Iron Man", directed by Jon Favreau and co-starred by Robert Downey Jr., Kate Beckinsale, Don Cheadle, Scarlett Johansson and others, earned $1 million in its first week box office.

This movie is also the first movie produced by the newly established Marvel Studios. It is reported that Marvel Studios intends to create a Marvel Universe..."

"After Spider-Man, X-Men, Fantastic Four and other Marvel superheroes appeared on the big screen one after another, Iron Man, an early Marvel superhero, finally showed his skills on the big screen."

"Marvel Pictures' decision was a wise one, as it was clear that the golden age of superhero movies was coming. To ensure success, they brought in Gilbert Jr., who is well versed in the film business.

Now it turns out that this is a very wise decision. Gilbert Jr. has integrated his expertise in big scenes and hot action scenes into this movie, and coupled with the top special effects, it has created a very good movie to watch. "

Not surprisingly, after Iron Man grossed over 100 million in North America in its first week, Marvel Studios instantly became the focus of Hollywood.

Anyone with a little vision knows that with Marvel's huge copyright library, the rise of Marvel Studios is unstoppable.

Inside Sky Studios, David Ellison, Michael Ovitz, and Mel Gibson remained silent.

After a long while, Michael Ovitz broke the silence: "Andrew has signed a contract with Cantaloupe Studios and is currently in training."

Mel Gibson looked a little angry: "Michael, you knew it, why didn't you stop it?"

Michael Ovitz was blunt: "This is the actor's own choice. Why should I stop him? Andrew is not an underage actor. The agency has no right to make decisions for him."

The relationship between actors and their agencies is a cooperative one. Generally, actor agencies can bully them. Originally, Andre Garfield belonged to this category, so he was forced to sell his ass.

But after Gilbert Jr. extended an olive branch, the situation was different, and Andrew Garfield had a choice. And Andrew Garfield, who got the male lead position, would also be targeted by other brokerage companies.

That little bit of liquidated damages could not stop the enthusiastic agency.

Mel Gibson was still dissatisfied: "The protagonist of the next Transformers can use this as a threat."

"Okay, Mel," David Ellison said, "Don't be so narrow-minded and make a fool of yourself."

Mel Gibson was silent immediately, but he was still very unhappy. He was really unhappy because Gilbert Jr. had made another success, even though he didn't direct it himself.

But everyone in the world knows that Marvel is Gilbert Jr.'s company. Seeing Gilbert Jr. making money is more painful than Mel Gibson losing money.

In fact, they have thought of ways, such as using Robert Downey Jr.'s past experience to hype it up. But Robert Downey Jr. did not shy away from his previous problems, but instead acted like a prodigal son who had turned over a new leaf.

If Iron Man had not been successful, there would have been no reason for the prodigal son's return. But Iron Man made over 100 million yuan in its first week, which instantly made Robert Downey Jr.'s return to the prodigal son valuable.

People tend to be very harsh on a good person, but are extremely forgiving of someone who did a bad thing and turned around, which is how Robert Downey Jr. was forgiven by the public.

The success of "Iron Man" also brought Robert Downey Jr. back to the mainstream of Hollywood. However, after so many years of decadence, this guy seems to have learned something. When he was promoting the film with the crew, he was not only humorous, but also gave the main credit to other creators.

Robert Downey Jr. was particularly grateful to Gilbert Jr. and said publicly: "As long as Director Gilbert Jr. needs me, even if I play a supporting role, I have no complaints."

Of course, not only Robert Downey Jr., many Hollywood actors want to play a supporting role in Gilbert Jr.'s project just because it can bring rich rewards.

Because he and his wife returned to Long Island, New York on Saturday, Robert Iger was not aware of the distribution of "Iron Man". He only learned about the news that "Iron Man" had grossed over 100 million yuan in North America in its first week through a call from his assistant.

After returning from New York, Robert Iger rushed to the company in the afternoon, and his assistant also delivered the final data of "Iron Man" last week.

"It was a pleasant surprise overseas, taking in a total of $1 million. Together with the North American box office, Iron Man successfully topped the global weekly box office with $2360 million."

Robert Iger was not surprised to hear this data: "He succeeded again. He always succeeds."

Someone asked Robert Iger about the secret of running Disney. Robert Iger only said one sentence: "Trust Gilbert Jr. and follow his footsteps."

Robert Iger knew Gilbert Jr.'s specific plan for the Marvel Universe. He thought for a while and said, "Call Cook, Richard, and Solomon."

Soon, Disney's core decision-makers gathered in Robert Iger's office, and the topic they discussed was naturally Marvel Studios.

"We have signed a distribution contract with Marvel for three films. Judging from Iron Man, we must negotiate with them as soon as possible to obtain the remaining distribution rights," Cook Dick suggested.

As the head of the distribution department, Richard supported this decision: "Yes, Bob, Marvel Pictures has great potential. I heard that they are preparing two movies internally, and other distribution companies are eyeing them."

Disney Vice President Solomon pondered: "Why don't we wait and see? What if the success of Iron Man is just luck?"

"It's not luck," Cook Dick disagreed. "It's mainly because of Gilbert Jr.'s watchful eyes that Marvel won't mess around. With Gilbert Jr.'s keen understanding of the film market, he will definitely let Marvel go in the direction he has set."

Robert Egger listened to the argument between the three people but did not participate. His mind was thinking about other things.

As the helmsman of Disney after Michael Eisner, Robert Iger looks smiling and like a good guy on the surface.

But those who know him understand that Robert Iger is a very ambitious person and his dream is to bring Disney to the position of the first media group.

To become the first media group, there are many factors required, and today's Disney is not enough.

Robert Iger came up with a bold idea: since Disney can be the agent for the distribution rights, why not acquire Marvel completely like Warner?
But this also brings up a new problem: if this is really done, Gilbert Jr.'s shares in Disney will increase significantly.

It is impossible to acquire Marvel with cash flow. Gilbert Jr. does not lack that money, and he will definitely ask for shares in exchange.

Although Robert Iger supports Gilbert Jr., he is still very cautious about controlling the company. What if Gilbert Jr. becomes ambitious? How should he deal with it?
The discussion quickly produced results, and everyone reached a consensus that the distribution rights of Marvel Studios must be kept in their hands.

(End of this chapter)