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BBC News cuts, Isis Prisons Museum, the perils of press junkets

The Media Show

CHAPTER

The Rise and Fall of MGM: A Waiter's Legacy

This chapter delves into the documentary 'The Man Who Definitely Didn't Steal Hollywood,' which explores the unexpected rise of Giancarlo Peretti from waiter to the owner of MGM UA for $1.2 billion. It examines the intricate web of financial dealings in Hollywood during the late 80s and early 90s, the evolving ownership dynamics, and their impact on storytelling in today's tech-driven film landscape.

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