"Club Penton" - Ask questions to Hollywood insider "Penton-Man"

[scragham]

Originally Posted by Penton-Man

Long story short.
Last summerish, unbeknownst to the common public (well, at least nobody brought it to my attention as being discussed on the internet forums), a certain consumer elecTronics company (that is probably now spending more time selling refrigerators) approached the gate of the Lion with red suitcases and attempted to influence a content provider ala the Paramount pay-off.

Word has it that, Michael was so infuriated that this elecTronics corporation would have the gall to think that his studio was the weakest link in the Blu chain so as to offer them a pay-off that…… when he was interviewed by BusinessWeek and revealed that the rumor was WB was going Blu, it was an *in your face* to that particular consumer elecTronics company for misreading his studios fortitude concerning staying Blu.

hah. thanks for the story.

it's true! some people actually get really offended when you try bribing them!

<mocking laughter at toshiba>

[Robert Siegel]

Originally Posted by Penton-Man

That’s nice to hear and I respect your input.
If your sister is interested in becoming an official Paramount insider on this forum please have her PM me or one of the mods so that she can be vetted (undergo the credentialing process).

B.T.W., if she reads this thread, tell her we're not all pervos – just Blu-bloods with an unabashed appreciation for all things beautiful (outside and in).

Thanks Penton...I had worried about posting this stuff on your thread, didn't want to hijack it ...I am trying to get her to do just that, she would be a great insider, and if she doesn't want too, I can just keep posting although that doesn't provide any credentials. As for her thinking we're all pervos, no way, she's as much into this as we are. She is not a member here but does read this site and about 3 or 4 other forums. She is battling out issues for us, I can tell you that...like this time around using lossless sound on everything. She may be promoted this year to a position in which she could actually have a say on these decisions, so I can tell you that would be a big benefit for us here, because she's just as much a aud/vid and movie fan as we are. For the time being, she is passing along many of the comments she sees here (of course there have only been complains since last august, lol). Hopefully this year in the spring I will be going out there, and I love being on the lot. She is working to get me a position there, which means I would leave this frozen tundra of Minnesota.

Oh, and.....she doesn't have a hd-dvd player, but has 2 blu-ray players at home (lol). She did not follow her studio and defect, hehe.

[Razzy]

Originally Posted by Penton-Man

Long story short.

Great story Penton, thanks for sharing. It's good to know that some folks just can't be bought. Michael certainly rocked Toshiba's house to the foundation with that Warner rumor didn't he?

[jason_grumpy]

Originally Posted by Penton-Man

Long story short.
Last summerish, unbeknownst to the common public (well, at least nobody brought it to my attention as being discussed on the internet forums), a certain consumer elecTronics company (that is probably now spending more time selling refrigerators) approached the gate of the Lion with red suitcases and attempted to influence a content provider ala the Paramount pay-off.

Word has it that, Michael was so infuriated that this elecTronics corporation would have the gall to think that his studio was the weakest link in the Blu chain so as to offer them a pay-off that…… when he was interviewed by BusinessWeek and revealed that the rumor was WB was going Blu, it was an *in your face* to that particular consumer elecTronics company for misreading his studios fortitude concerning staying Blu.

I love these kind of stories. Are there anymore War stories that you can share with us that you might not have been able to before?

Also congrats on the Win! I for one welcome our new Blu Ray Overlords.

[coolmilo]

Originally Posted by Penton-Man

Long story short.
Last summerish, unbeknownst to the common public (well, at least nobody brought it to my attention as being discussed on the internet forums), a certain consumer elecTronics company (that is probably now spending more time selling refrigerators) approached the gate of the Lion with red suitcases and attempted to influence a content provider ala the Paramount pay-off.

Word has it that, Michael was so infuriated that this elecTronics corporation would have the gall to think that his studio was the weakest link in the Blu chain so as to offer them a pay-off that…… when he was interviewed by BusinessWeek and revealed that the rumor was WB was going Blu, it was an *in your face* to that particular consumer elecTronics company for misreading his studios fortitude concerning staying Blu.

Penton, what does that say about the studio with the mountains who took the red suitcase?

[juanleche]

Originally Posted by Jeff®

[Penton-Man]

Originally Posted by mntwister

Thanks Penton...I had worried about posting this stuff on your thread, didn't want to hijack it ...I am trying to get her to do just that, she would be a great insider, and if she doesn't want too, I can just keep posting although that doesn't provide any credentials..........

Sorry, you really shouldn’t continue posting *inside* information on this or any other insider thread without being properly vetted. Nothing personal.
That is the only true way for the administration here to maintain the standards.
You could however, offer cutting news/information on other threads in this forum.

Encourage your sister to contact us. She would be welcome.

[juanleche]

Originally Posted by BlueNeon

I appreciate the work of all the Insiders, but Penton has to get his due. NOBODY has worked harder than Penton-Man in this format war. I have no idea who Penton's boss is, but this dude (Penton) has to get a raise.
Amir Penton-Man.

I always got the impression that Penton was higher up on the food chain than we might think

[Penton-Man]

Originally Posted by coolmilo

Penton, what does that say about the studio with the mountains who took the red suitcase?

They changed their mind.
Apparently BD50 replication is no longer a problem.

[MrXpress]

Originally Posted by Penton-Man

Long story short.
Last summerish, unbeknownst to the common public (well, at least nobody brought it to my attention as being discussed on the internet forums), a certain consumer elecTronics company (that is probably now spending more time selling refrigerators) approached the gate of the Lion with red suitcases and attempted to influence a content provider ala the Paramount pay-off.

Word has it that, Michael was so infuriated that this elecTronics corporation would have the gall to think that his studio was the weakest link in the Blu chain so as to offer them a pay-off that…… when he was interviewed by BusinessWeek and revealed that the rumor was WB was going Blu, it was an *in your face* to that particular consumer elecTronics company for misreading his studios fortitude concerning staying Blu.

Hmm. Is it safe to assume that the BDA 'you're welcome to join' speech for The reMaining HD DVD companies wasn't exactly fully endorsed by all the BDA members? As much as I would like one, I'm sure not holding my breath for a Blu-ray player by one of those companies menTioned.

[juanleche]

Originally Posted by Penton-Man

Long story short.
Last summerish, unbeknownst to the common public (well, at least nobody brought it to my attention as being discussed on the internet forums), a certain consumer elecTronics company (that is probably now spending more time selling refrigerators) approached the gate of the Lion with red suitcases and attempted to influence a content provider ala the Paramount pay-off.

Word has it that, Michael was so infuriated that this elecTronics corporation would have the gall to think that his studio was the weakest link in the Blu chain so as to offer them a pay-off that…… when he was interviewed by BusinessWeek and revealed that the rumor was WB was going Blu, it was an *in your face* to that particular consumer elecTronics company for misreading his studios fortitude concerning staying Blu.

[DaViD Boulet]

Long story short.
Last summerish, unbeknownst to the common public (well, at least nobody brought it to my attention as being discussed on the internet forums), a certain consumer elecTronics company (that is probably now spending more time selling refrigerators) approached the gate of the Lion with red suitcases and attempted to influence a content provider ala the Paramount pay-off.

Word has it that, Michael was so infuriated that this elecTronics corporation would have the gall to think that his studio was the weakest link in the Blu chain so as to offer them a pay-off that…… when he was interviewed by BusinessWeek and revealed that the rumor was WB was going Blu, it was an *in your face* to that particular consumer elecTronics company for misreading his studios fortitude concerning staying Blu.

Wow.

Penton, what do you think about starting a "insiders verterin thread" for "war-fall-out" stories just like this? It would be cool to see them collected togethe if there were enough to assemble into a nice novella...

[juanleche]

Does anyone have a picture of a retired insider bbq-ing crow?

[Blu As Hell]

Originally Posted by Penton-Man

Long story short.
Last summerish, unbeknownst to the common public (well, at least nobody brought it to my attention as being discussed on the internet forums), a certain consumer elecTronics company (that is probably now spending more time selling refrigerators) approached the gate of the Lion with red suitcases and attempted to influence a content provider ala the Paramount pay-off.

Word has it that, Michael was so infuriated that this elecTronics corporation would have the gall to think that his studio was the weakest link in the Blu chain so as to offer them a pay-off that…… when he was interviewed by BusinessWeek and revealed that the rumor was WB was going Blu, it was an *in your face* to that particular consumer elecTronics company for misreading his studios fortitude concerning staying Blu.

Michael Burns is my new hero!!!!!!! You know Paramount could learn something about loyalty and honor from Lionsgate.

[MrXpress]

Penton (and sorry about the barrage of questions)-

I actually had a quick question about Profile 1.1/BD Live features and such. I was wondering if you had any information about how well these features (PiP commentaries, interactive stuff, etc.) have been received by the Blu-ray buying public so far and if we'll be seeing a bigger (or lesser) emphasis on this in the future. I personally enjoy features like that, but it doesn't seem like many people care too much, and I hope they don't vanish away due to a lack of interest.

[Josh]

Originally Posted by Penton-Man

Long story short.
Last summerish, unbeknownst to the common public (well, at least nobody brought it to my attention as being discussed on the internet forums), a certain consumer elecTronics company (that is probably now spending more time selling refrigerators) approached the gate of the Lion with red suitcases and attempted to influence a content provider ala the Paramount pay-off.

Word has it that, Michael was so infuriated that this elecTronics corporation would have the gall to think that his studio was the weakest link in the Blu chain so as to offer them a pay-off that…… when he was interviewed by BusinessWeek and revealed that the rumor was WB was going Blu, it was an *in your face* to that particular consumer elecTronics company for misreading his studios fortitude concerning staying Blu.

Wow. Just wow.

[Paradiso]

Thanks PM for all the hard work and time.

[bassbone57]

Originally Posted by juanleche

Does anyone have a picture of a retired insider bbq-ing crow?

Jeff?

-K

[PaulGo]

Penton - Congratulation on a long hard fought win!

I hope Blu-ray does not fall into a sense of complacency. It's still a nasty world out there and competitors will alway be looking for ways to screw Blu-ray. Probably the best way to think of it is to pretend HD-DVD still exists and stay lean, mean and focused on a Blu-ray success over DVD and digital HD transmission.

[ps3andlovinit]

Originally Posted by The Don

it must be cold in that room

I like to believe it's actually warm.