Chapter 240: Movie hegemony in hand

The purpose of actively looking for Kodak is of course to monopolize and then monopolize. No business is more profitable than monopoly. Sheffield Film Patent Company has a large number of patents in the film industry. But it is not impeccable. It is appropriate to use Rockefeller Jr. as an example of the steel battle between Rockefeller and Carnegie.
Carnegie believes that iron ore is not as precious as coke, so of the two important raw materials, it pays more attention to coke, and feels that iron ore is not a weakness. But this weakness was discovered by old Rockefeller, and eventually became the trump card to break the Carnegie Steel Kingdom.
In the end, the two reconciled, and Carnegie secretly lifted the hatred from the Rockefeller family. Otherwise, it may be a few years in the morning, the steel king has replaced, and simply can not wait for this time Morgan to launch an offensive.
In terms of film patents, Sheffield Film Patent Company is impeccable, but film shooting requires film, and now the most suitable film is in the hands of Kodak. In 1884, Eastman Dry Plate and Film Company was established, and the company changed from a partnership to a joint stock company with $ 200,000 in assets and 14 shareholders. Launched Eastman Negative. Mr. Eastman and colleague William H. Walker invented the negative photo paper roll.
In 1885, the first transparent photographic "film" of Eastman American Film was introduced. This film was used in the 21st century. Kodak also opened a wholesale office in London, England.
If you want to establish a dominant position in the film industry, the only place that can still be clamped right now is on the film film. After learning that Carnegie was almost overturned in the gutter, Sheffield was more cautious and scrutinized her own industry. What are the omissions?
"That Olympic champion's movie also has Kodak's credit." Sheffield spoke slowly, looking at George Eastman. "Although it seems that the relationship between film and film producers is not direct, as a Successful businessman, George Eastman should understand that the development of related industries will promote the same development of the original industry. For example, the steel industry, only iron ore and no coke technology, the steel produced will not necessarily be accepted. "
George Eastman nodded, admitting that Sheffield's words made sense and praised, "If Harry knew his son had such a pattern, he would definitely be very happy."
"Well, don't mention my father's affairs. If he is willing to work harder, I won't bear everything that is not my age, and go forward with weight!" Sheffield heard the old man mentioned, the face was slightly There was such a little embarrassment, continued, "So my purpose is simple. The film patent company and Kodak Films cooperate to dominate everything in the film market. I don't know what George Eastman thinks of this proposal?"
The difference between the leading monopolists is how easy it is for new entrants to enter. If Coca-Cola raises its prices sharply, gross profits will increase, and investors in other industries will be able to get a slice of the cake. In fact, if Coca-Cola's pricing strategy has some ideas: selling at a slightly loss-making price for small and medium-sized beverage vendors, so that few competitors can compete with it.
Kodak is now in such a position in the film field. It is already the leading company in the field of film. Naturally, there will be a partner to come to the door. The first person is Sheffield, which is quite normal, because his film patent company, It is related to the film industry.
For Sheffield, the field of film is a very fulfilling career. After all, feeding can only be me. The sense of accomplishment is extraordinary. Once hegemony in the field of film is achieved, subtlety can change many things. The class is brainwashing, it is really not possible to learn Korean counterparts, you can find a Korean movie, the chaebol is the biggest villain, and finally the chaebol goes to jail and the group collapses?
On the contrary, most chaebols are positive characters, and even the negative characters are individual. The chaebols in the eyes of ordinary people are the ordinary people in the eyes of real chaebols.
For Kodak, the benefit is that Kodak can extract some additional benefits from the film industry.
Sure enough, George Eastman is very interested in this. It can be said that he now has a sense of happiness hit by the pie. Someone actively invited money, is there anything more happy than this?
Surrounded by a huge sense of well-being, George Eastman even felt that as long as there was a patent fee, all this was not a problem. He said, "It ’s surprising that Mr. William volunteered to mention patent fees. If our country is all William An honest businessman like Mr., the country will definitely develop better. "
Say more if you can talk! Sheffield ’s compliment of George Eastman ’s compliment was still not enough. He boasted,
Everyone knows that the United Company has always been a model of compliance in the business field. We are incomparable to knowledge. Respect, knowing that every patent is condensed with the sweat of many developers, how can it be ignored? Besides, the joint company is a large company, which has the role of leading the social trend, and it is not afraid to make mistakes on this issue.
No one can say this, and the countries of the Soviet system can even come up with two sentences. Sheffield is of course a self-praising expert. Obviously, he fell in love with Edith Rockefeller ’s body curve. He must be said to be burdened. Forward.
"I plan to use the 1% box office of the profitable film as a royalty, hoping that Kodak will support the film industry as a newly emerging industry, while excluding other competitors from appearing." Sheffield said with great awe, "Movie The industry is an emerging industry. At this stage, the profitability is not high, and some protection is required. Perhaps the current patent fees are not much, but considering the bright prospects, Kodak is not at a disadvantage. "
What was the total box office of the entire Hollywood last year, which was four million US dollars, which means that Kodak can obtain a patent fee of 40,000 US dollars according to last year's box office, which is actually not achieved, because many movies do not make money at all. What Sheffield said is that the box office of profitable movies is divided, and most movies are lost money, which means that Kodak can also charge less than 20,000 US dollars in royalties.
In terms of Kodak's current position in the film field, this number is really not much. Compared with the cameras sold, it is a little bit of a salary.
Sure enough, as soon as George Eastman heard the number, the joy in his heart was diluted a lot. Now he has not saved a few years of wages. When he started a business with 3,000 US dollars, 10,000 or 20,000 US dollars is a huge sum for ordinary people, but for Kodak, it is not particularly large. Profit is better if there is, and nothing if not.
"For the support of emerging industries, I am also reasonable, this is not impossible to talk about." George Eastman groaned, and suddenly looked up at this is Rockefeller Manor, even thinking about the royalties, this is where it belongs Who forgot, then Feng Feng replied, "Okay, just conclude the contract with Mr. William's mention, which is my own optimistic about the development of the film industry."
"Mr. George Eastman, thank you very much. I must say that the prospects for the film industry are very good." Sheffield said no matter what George Eastman thought in his heart, he said, "With Kodak film Support, this little tree will grow into a towering tree one day and give you a generous return. "
Although he doesn't look at Hollywood's hegemony very much, the world's first national strength and economy, and the best treatment offered, of course, will attract talents from many countries to come to this country for development.
Everything is a reason for money, and under the reward, there must be a brave man. Hollywood has such a country as a backing, and of course it should become the overlord of world movies. In Sheffield's eyes, the various changes in Hollywood in the 21st century are relatively declining compared to the era of classic movies.
This is also inextricably linked to the economic problems of the United States, but now, it is the rising period of the United States, Hollywood will only grow more and more, attracting the whole country, and even the whole world, holding the handsome men and women who have become famous overnight.
Among the Rockefeller estates, Sheffield and George Eastman signed a contract on behalf of Sheffield Film Patent Company and Kodak Company regarding the exclusive use fee for film. While using Kodak film, additional usage fees are provided on condition that Kodak cannot provide equal treatment to other filmmakers and Hollywood movies.
After the contract is signed, both parties are very satisfied with it. This is another contract between consumers and users.
Now Sheffield can say that the film industry will become his most powerful industry, but he will not be exhausted. It is best to make money with movies. Nothing is nothing. The biggest benefit of movies is still subtle for citizens. The guiding role, his understanding has never changed.
"You seem to be very happy!" Edith Rockefeller saw Sheffield return with a smile, and guessed that the negotiation was very smooth. "Why, are you going to Arlington or Los Angeles now?"
"Let's talk about it! I still send you back to Chicago, and it's not impossible!" Sheffield said with a smile. "I am actually more interested in emerging industries than traditional industries. The film industry is like this, and now I finally In an industry, it has reached an unparalleled position. Although this industry is still very small, I believe that the future is in my hands. "
After the contract with Kodak, movie hegemony is already in the hands of Sheffield. This is his first industry to be impeccable. If there is any weakness, that is the weakness that any capitalist should avoid, greed! Don't rely on monopolization and fishing.