Chapter 780 We must fight back
The white supremacy extremist hatred culture with the color of "voice of hatred" has a large number of fans in the United States. The white supremacy movement not only exists, but also spreads beyond people's imagination. These white supremacy believers use more online virtual space to connect with each other and spread hatred. In more complex reality, they do not publicly reveal the identity of their extremists. {
Under pressure from Disney, the FBI raided several notorious white extremist groups without finding any relevant clues, as if the incident had no connection with the white extremist groups.
On the other hand, Miramax did not publicly respond to the hacker's request, and the promotion and marketing of various films is still in progress, especially the upcoming "I Grown Up in Iran", which will be released in October, has occupied a prominent position in the coverage of mainstream media, driven by many interest groups across the United States, and has even been listed as a must-see movie in October by many traditional and online media.
The United States has significant interests in the Middle East, while Iran is a thorn in the Middle East. It is something that many interest groups are happy to see.
Miramax has shown his attitude and will not compromise easily.
Ryan and the FBI are waiting for the latest changes in the incident, and the other party has not asked them to wait too long.
The same gossip website, the "Broiler" from the back garden of South America, hackers exposed the detailed script of "The Suppression Room" released during the Halloween schedule. This movie jointly produced by Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tastino has exposed the entire plot before it was released.
Although the website quickly deleted the content related to the script with Ryan's strong intervention, the spread of online information is amazing. This electronic script has fallen into the eyes of many movie fans, and the future box office of "Shengfang" will inevitably be affected.
This is just a part of it. The hacker also released emails from two Miramax executives, full of ridicule of black actor Chris Tucker - like a dirty and cheap sensation from Africa...
Needless to say, such racial discrimination will definitely attract dissatisfaction and protests from many people.
In fact, remarks against black celebrities are very normal in Hollywood where racial discrimination are serious. Executives of major companies often joke about them in private, but it doesn’t matter if they say it privately. If someone catches the evidence and exposes it, it will be quite troublesome.
Miramax had no other choice than to issue an apology statement.
In Ryan's words, Miramax is now passive and its stock price is even plummeting. There are even investors who want to withdraw their investment, and even the Weinstein brothers have been shaken, believing that appropriate concessions and compromises should be considered at this moment, otherwise Miramax may become the biggest joke in the United States.
"It's a joke to give in."
In Harvey Weinstein's club, Ryan said to the brothers seriously, "Many times, we choose to compromise, but in this matter, we have to stick with it. We..."
He pointed at himself and again at the Weinstein brothers, "We are not soft-boys who take the initiative to give in when they encounter threats."
"Harvey." Ryan looked at the fat man solemnly, "How is the matter I asked you to count?"
"There are no more overdone words or pictures," Harvey Weinstein said confidently. "No matter how bad it is, it will not be worse than Richard's sexual, scandal and racism."
"Okay, let's stick with it."
"However, many investors are considering withdrawing their investment..."
Bob Weinstein's businessman nature broke out, and Ryan directly reached out to interrupt him. "Nicole and I were expected to lose at least $200 million in this incident. I don't care about losing more money. I want to see what their purpose is. And who they are!"
With his eyes swept through the Weinstein brothers, Ryan said slowly, "If anyone wants to withdraw money and want to jump out of this game, I don't object, but... I won't."
"Neither we will." Harvey Weinstein is a smart man.
“My foundation provides low interest loans to Weinstein Pictures.”
Seeing the Weinstein brothers expressing their opinions, Ryan nodded, "If anyone wants to withdraw their investment, they are welcome to leave at any time."
The only thing that was withdrawn was a few irrelevant small investors. Just like the identity of the Weinstein brothers, most of Miramax's shareholders had clear Jewish traces. With the encouragement and surroundings of some people, these people will continue to persevere in the short term.
Of course, Ryan's statement is also their confidence.
Although racial discrimination was exposed by hackers, mainstream media and websites did not pay too much attention to this. Many media represented by Disney have packaged Miramax as a serious victim of the hacker incident and advocated that they should not bow to threats from extremist organizations.
Public opinion cannot be controlled, but it can be guided, which is what the media is best at.
The hacker group did not have the next move and seemed to be silent. Time slowly entered October. When "I Grown Up in Iran" was released in ten days, they finally made the loudest voice since the Miramax incident.
"We have warned Miramax Pictures before that we will not give up if we do not receive a response. We already have all the online data of Miramax, including employee secrets and various high-level secrets. If we do not comply with the requirements, we will make all the data public."
"Immediately give up the release of "I Growing Up in Iran" and "A Farewell" that undermines regional security and world peace! This is the attack launched by the Jews against the Islamic world. All Islamic brothers should unite and work to eliminate the Jews and completely drive the Jewish forces out of Hollywood!"
"Milamax and the FBI, you can't find us. We are perfect and indestructible. Only wise decisions and actions can save Miamax Pictures!"
These people also warned theaters - if there are theaters that show "I Grow Up in Iran" and "A Farewell", please think about the 911 incident in 2001!
Some of Miramax’s employees and executives received an email – all we’ve done so far is a small part of the plan. If you don’t want to suffer more, sign the email address below to oppose Miramax Pictures’ actions. Otherwise, you and your family will be in danger.
The incident took an astonishing change, but Ryan had some vague speculation. The hacker group that quickly renamed the "Aryan Country" to "Maintaining Peace in the Middle East" threatened Miramax to cancel the release plans for the films "I Growing Up in Iran" and "A Farewell", otherwise it would launch a terrorist attack similar to "9.11" in the United States.
At this point, the hackers finally revealed their true colors. They came for these two films.
The United States, which has just experienced the 9/11 incident, is sensitive. Almost all North American theaters have expressed concerns about the possible terrorist attacks. Several theater companies, including Amg, have also announced the temporary suspension of the upcoming screening plan for "I Growing Up in Iran".
Then, several theater companies announced that they would give up their screening plans, as if "I Grown Up in Iran" was about to end.
Miramax faces an unprecedented dilemma, and giving up "I Growing Up in Iran" and "A Farewell" is almost the best choice.
"Will it have anything to do with the Iranian government?"
It’s no wonder Nicole thinks so. In recent years, there has been constant friction between Hollywood and Iran, and even has caused the Iranian government to lose face all over the world.
The bright lights dispelled the darkness of the night and shone the garden in the slightest. All the servants were sent to the vestibule by Ryan, and even the temporary waiter was Nicole. Their conversations with the Weinstein brothers and others tonight must not be spread.
“It’s hard to say.”
Bob Weinstein, who had been seldom talking, took a sausage from the long dining table, sat next to Ryan, and said while cutting, "Even if it is not the Iranian government, they tend to be their organization."
“They are very good at disguising.”
Catherine Kennedy, the producer of "I Growing Up in Iran", put down his knife and fork, "I thought it was the attacks launched by white supremacy groups against Richard and our Jewish people at the beginning."
Holding his own coffee cup, Ryan didn't speak, and waited until the discussion on the dining table stopped before putting down the cup.
"No matter whether the Iranians are involved in this matter," he said slowly. "The blame must be brought to the Iranian government."
"They are indeed the most suitable ones." Harvey Weinstein nodded in agreement.
"It's time now..." Ryan crossed his hands and placed it on the table, setting the tone for the incident, "This is an attack by the Iranians on the Jews and the entire Hollywood. What they provoke is our freedom, the freedom of Hollywood production, and I will put pressure on the federal government, the FBI and the Homeland Security Agency. The hackers will leave it to them to investigate."
Everyone looked at Ryan, completely centered on him.
“We have to fight back and regain Miramax’s image and our losses in terms of funding.”
"I'll contact the theaters." Bob Weinstein ate the last piece of sausage, "and as planned as possible."
"Harvey, Bob, Kate." Ryan's speech was not fast, but he was extremely clear. "The main position of freedom of speech in Hollywood movies was made by Hollywood again and again in the Supreme Court lawsuits, and it was hard-won."
"This is a land with the concept of freedom that is deeply rooted in people's hearts. When freedom is threatened by terrorism, the public will burst into the greatest enthusiasm. Don't forget that these two films have received full support from the federal government..."
After talking about the general plan, everyone had no objection. Regardless of whether this matter had anything to do with Iran or not, the Iranian government was taken down.
Even if they don't do it, the federal government and the FBI will definitely throw this on the head of Iranians.
In the past, present and future, the whole United States will not give up throwing dirty water on hostile countries.
Chapter completed!