Before Thanksgiving, the USC Film Academy alumni association, led by Ronan, George Lucas, Long Howard and Robert Zemekis, held a party at the Beverly Hills Club.

One thing that has to be said is that whether on this side of the Pacific or the other side, a person's position in the alumni association is always closely related to his social status and cannot be divided at all.

Therefore, although Ronan is not very experienced, he has become one of the directors of the Alumni Association.

The expenses for the party are entirely borne by Ronan personally and are held in the situation of a cocktail party. The main purpose is to facilitate the communication between alumni.

Alumni of the USC Film Academy have always been a major force in Hollywood.

The first time since George Lucas brought Lang Howard, Steven Spielberg and Robert Zemikis, the organization has been moving towards the direction of group development.

Today, whether it is Spielberg's DreamWorks, Ronan's Relativity Entertainment, or George Lucas' Lucasfilm, there are many graduates from the USC Film Academy.

"In fact, use the power of USC alumni well."

Walking inside the banquet hall, Jessica Felton whispered to Ronan: "It will also be helpful for the Oscars."

Ronan said: "I have long thought of this. Helping each other within my ability is one of the tenets advocated by the Alumni Association."

Jessica Felton said: "By the way, I just saw David Ellison."

Luo Nan nodded slightly: "Although he has dropped out of school, he is also an alumnus of the University of Southern California. If someone helps introduce him, it is normal to come here."

Jessica Felton turned to look at Ronan: "I remember you are also a member of the dropout army."

"There's no way." Luo Nan said helplessly: "I didn't drop out of school and took over Shahai Entertainment, and I would go bankrupt."

The two came together to a small circle. Ronan greeted George Lucas, Lang Howard and Robert Zemekis one by one, and then introduced Jessica Felton to them solemnly.

Compared to Ronan, Jessica Felton is a genuine graduate of the USC Film Academy and is a technical background. He has many common topics with George Lucas and Robert Zemekis.

Jessica Felton, dressed in a dress and wearing evening dresses, is born with a strong capital, and is also quite famous in the industry, which has attracted a lot of attention.

"Is this your official girlfriend?" Lang Howard obviously misunderstood: "Ronan, she is very compatible with you."

Ronan explained gratefully: "I am a good friend, not a girlfriend."

Lang Howard understands: "I heard many people in the academy mention Jessica, a very capable woman, which is rare in Hollywood."

Ronan was too lazy to say anything, and looked at Jessica Felton, who was talking to George Lucas and Robert Zemekis about computer CG technology.

These technicians seem to have endless things to say together.

"CG production is inseparable from editing synthesis." Jessica Felton said of his own experience: "Using editing synthesis technology can effectively reduce the cost of cg production..."

She noticed Ronan's gaze and turned her head and smiled.

Robert Zemikis said embarrassedly: "When I talk about new technologies, I always forget anything else."

George Lucas said seriously: "Jesse, I hope you can go to Industrial Light and Magic recently, and your theory can help Industrial Light and Magic."

Ronan interrupted, "George, do you want to poach people in front of me?"

George Lucas smiled and said, "Don't worry, I hired Jesse to teach theory to Industrial Light and Magic."

Jessica Felton said: "It's my honor."

Ronan just joked and said deliberately: "Jesse, I hope you can dig back from Industrial Light Magic to several experts in special effects production."

Several people couldn't help but laugh.

George Lucas asked: "I heard you got the copyright of those fairy tale animated feature films from Disney?"

"Yes." The agreement has been signed, and there is no need to cover it up. Ronan said, "I have always thought that this is a very valuable asset. Unfortunately, I can't get the copyright of those classic animated feature films."

George Lucas said: "That's the foundation of Disney, they can't sell it."

Lang Howard asked curiously: "Will there be a market for those cartoons to make live-action movies?"

"Computer special effects are developing rapidly, and it can be said to be changing with each passing day." Ronan replied: "Even with the current CG production technology, it is not difficult to realize the magnificent world in fairy tales."

Jessica Felton added: "The production cost will be very high."

Ronan nodded: "But these cartoons have a huge influence, affecting more than one generation, and bringing a huge potential audience. Just like Robert's "Alice in Wonderland", as long as it can create a real and dreamy fairy tale world, I believe many consumers are willing to pay."

George Lucas said: "You have no match for your vision in filmmaking, and I believe you will succeed."

Robert Zemikis said: "Technology is the key to the success or failure of this type of film."

Ronan looked at the people around him and said, "I have never been worried about this. When it comes to technical control, I have Jesse."

"I've heard of it," said Robert Zemikis. "Jesse is a tech crazier."

Jessica Felton said modestly: "I still need to learn from you."

Several people got together for a while and went to other places. Ronan talked to several screenwriters about their scripts.

These are basically screenwriters who have been in the industry for a long time but have not made a single one. They are currently working hard to create their own script projects.

Ronan can give a green light appropriately, but will not give too many preferential treatment. He will directly send the electronic version of the script to his work email. No matter what the result is, he will reply to them.

Then, Ronan saw the belated Steven Spielberg.

Although he did not graduate from the USC Film Academy, Spielberg has always regarded himself as an alumnus of the USC Film Academy and has even donated many donations to the USC Film Academy.

Ronan still remembers that Spielberg once donated a building to the USC Film Academy.

"Long time no see, Ronan." Spielberg immediately found Ronan.

Ronan shook hands with him: "Steven, you're too busy lately."

Spielberg asked in a low voice: "I heard Jerever Carsonberg talk about something about Disney, what are your plans?"

Ronan certainly won’t tell the truth, saying: “It’s profitable to work with Disney.”

"Is that?" Spielberg didn't believe it very much: "Why do I feel that your purpose is not simple?"

Ronan laughed: "What can I do? I just want the company to make a profit."

This sounds very reasonable, and Spielberg is not good at asking anymore, but instead says: "Jerry V. Carsonberg is a little disappointed that you support Michael Eisner."

Ronan understands the grudges and hatred between Katsenberg and Michael Eisner: "I can only say sorry for this."

It is related to the major interests of Relativity Entertainment, and even the space for survival and development in Hollywood in the future, Ronan cannot harm himself just because he takes into account someone's feelings or ideas.

But Ronan also had doubts. Spielberg specifically mentioned what this means?

Spielberg seemed to have just mentioned it casually, as if there was no other purpose, and instead said: "Relativity Entertainment has been authorized to so many Disney classic animated movies. Are you interested in cooperating with DreamWorks? We only participate in investment and do not have copyright or dominance."

Ronan did not expect that as soon as he got the authorization, someone came up to get a share of the pie. It can only be said that Spielberg is worthy of being the best director among businessmen and has a very sensitive sense of smell.

"Thank you for your kindness in DreamWorks." Ronan certainly would not agree and talk nonsense: "These projects are jointly developed by Relativity Entertainment and Walt Disney, which is the leader, and I have no right to decide to accept new investors."

After all, the news that Disney and Relativity Entertainment collaborated on a live-action film project, Spielberg believed it a little and said, "I will talk to Disney when I have the opportunity."

Luo Nan said with a smile: "Yes. The three companies can cooperate and share risks."

These scenes were spoken out of his mouth without any obstacles.

Spielberg asked, "By the way, we have a director contract. Do you have a suitable film project?"

At that time, Relativity Entertainment and DreamWorks Animation Studio modified the agreement and after "Monster Shrek 3", it gave up releasing the release of DreamWorks Animation Studio's feature films.

Spielberg directed a film about relativity entertainment, which is one of the conditions.

Luo Nan shook his head slightly: "Not yet. If there is a suitable project, I will send it to you as soon as possible."

Spielberg nodded: "Okay." He pointed to the other side: "I'll go talk to George for a while."

This DreamWorks boss has been committed to revitalizing DreamWorks recently and seems to have restored his ambitions.

Of course, the process is not very smooth.

Especially the relationship with Jerefer Carsonberg has always been bumpy, and the power struggle between the two has not been extinguished because DreamWorks got back on track.

Ronan had a lot of contact with Jerefer Carsonberg before, and could guess some of his thoughts. He had been kicked out of Disney by Michael Eisner back then. Jerefer Carsonberg could not give up his power, especially the dominance of the animation studio.

Even if the other party is Spielberg, a famous old good man in the Hollywood circle, it is not possible.

When it comes to major interests and power disputes, there is no difference between good and bad.

In the past six months, there have been rumors in the Hollywood circle that DreamWorks Animation Studios have been in a relationship with Universal Pictures, as if Jerever Carsonberg was ready to abandon Spielberg at any time.

It has developed to the point where there are many rumors, and this kind of thing cannot be completely fake.
Chapter completed!