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Hi maina9 - wow, probably never ran into you here before, but the theory of many longs "waiting & watching" is so true (obviously). Thanks for the commentary
We should not let this silence be construed as submission. The weeks leading into November will speak volumes on it's own...
It's unfortunate, but there is an odd strategy for the many whom have "stepped away" but are still here. Let these folks bicker and post nonsense. New eyes can go back to previous posts to see what we hold. The longs will be back with a vengeance as we have by far not given up! Much respect goes to those still fighting the good fight....
To me, spending hours of time researching and sharing with many just here to shoot it down or capitalize on minor flips is not worth it, IMO. Although, I haven't stopped data gathering. Good to see the longs come out periodically to just show "we're still here" and our day is coming!!!
More to come...just watch.
GLTY / GLTA
$REDG
You're right 37. We've done a lot of DD and just awaiting the weeks leading into November. All some individuals will do here is tear apart while there is building going on. I look for a time where the longs stay away for a few weeks and let those who ramble do so amongst themselves for a while. No fun in that for them, Lol, and eventually they'll turn on each other. Either way, the longs are still here. I just sit back, continue my DD and smile. They don't deserve to see it...
GOG is a litmus test for non-traditional characters and how popular they can be. Comparing it to WSL is applicable, IMO, for that fact alone. Lin Pictures is no drop in the bucket either and will look to compete with the likes of Marvel/Disney and they are looking for something different - like WSL.
Doesn't have to be posted directly under Lin Pictures as all of his works aren't: http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=104006565
TTYL Justafy......mission completed. Doing well and just working on my other venture. All with REDG in mind.....Take it easy my friend.
I believe there will be more to the TRU deal than just the comics. Magika is a strong possibility.......we shall get PR's on Banda-Namco, one Movie update and then the Factoring confirmation --- all in that order....all in my opinion.
Good night all.
$REDG Long
Hi Gimme - we will be in better shape mid-term, IMO. Review my posts, I've called for significant news in July and we got the TRU announcement, the Bandai-Namco update and ended the month with the Shareholder's video with many vital updates (namely roughly 50% of ads sold, factoring, etc.). I also realize we got the horrid notes right after (which were somewhat anticipated - with a resolution coming soon). In any case, come November, I bet we'll all be pleasantly surprised where we start heading. I won't predict pps cause I just don't; nor will I elaborate on why I believe November will be the case (I've somewhat done that already). Please don't let the occasional "visitors" get to you. It's been like that around here lately. I know how you feel about many things, so no need to reiterate it -- just saying as a long standing member to keep the faith and not waiver. I don't think it'll take "much longer" (meaning I anticipate great things to come between now and November - with that month becoming a major launching point to better things to come). Mark it.
Have a good night/day....I don't stop by as much (for a reason) and I have a ton of DD to share; but it's just at times not worth putting so much work into it and posting here so it can be picked apart or aimlessly 'bashed' (not by you). I will keep it for another time. Let the sharks that are growing around these waters, sniffing for any signs of blood, spar amongst each other for a while. It's actually ridiculously entertaining when you know what you hold. I shall silently throw chum in the water and hook them later for the "big catch" that YOU an I (and a select few others) will be rewarded with for our patience. For what it's worth - hang in there...brighter days ahead my friend. IMO.
GLTY...
$REDG
RIP Robin Williams....
He might be referring to the letter of intent from last year in Brazil (Elemental Studios) on the Last Blood game app. If Bandai-Namco adopts it though, this would be a much better deal for us (being a movie coming and a game out is a win-win).
Thanks Coop - sounds reasonable.
We'll hear of the official Bandai-Namco "deal" PR'd soon. Meaning something 'etched in stone' announced...IMO.
That would be the "golden chalice" of PR's....would take that one too.
Bandai-Namco PR coming this week, IMO.
GLTA...
Hi Tlsmd...along with what TonyStart provided "in print", here's another angle to consider:
http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=104006565
Have a good rest of the week...
$REDG
I'm hopeful to get the Bandai-Namco deal officially PR's this week or early next week. It'll be the start of a PR/media frenzy (IMO) between now and November....
GLTA
$REDG
Good point Tlsmd.
We know what's coming. The "investigators" will come back with "intel" that states that Benny and team are incognito. That'll be the next series of rants for the next week on this board -- so we should prepare for "see, the company is not even real". I use to want to post DD on something like this just to show how they work stream; but I'll sit this one out and let the ranting continue because it makes no difference anymore and it's almost comical (pun intended). BTW - that other guy must still be sifting through many months of PR's and "videos" to get the answer on his R/S prediction for this December. LOL.
Consequently, If we told people that in 2008, Marvel operated in an office above a car dealership with a 71 year old CEO wanting to serve potato chips to save money at the movie premier of IronMan - they wouldn't believe that anyway....
Thanks Coop. My overall intention is to ensure a fair view. We discuss the realities brought forth by many fine board members (good & bad). So when I sense an agenda to propagate false information or biased opinions; just want to ensure accuracy for those potential new eyes that are watching that may not dig deeper. A lot of tap dancing occurs when asked to provide sources/specifics. We have enough to contend with here and are reminded daily of our current situation with a lessened focus on the future (IMO there is a bright future).
Thank you and many others I've noted & thanked before for their fine work.
You randomly volunteered information about the R/S. You were asked a question by someone else and didn't really answer where you got that information. Somebody else then jumped in and provided inaccurate time stamps to try and help you/us. So nobody is saying you're lying, but just providing an answer (to the statement you initiated) would help clarify since you're so willing to show us the facts and not lend to any "hyping".
Since you did the math, you know he has two (2) shareholder's videos. So what was the time stamp (number-wise) in the FIRST video when he said an 'R/S was going to definitely be decided in December'? Since I missed it from "many months back", it would help me and others understand more. If it's not in any video, then where did you get this verifiable statement that we missed a few months back? We can then prepare for this December or call investor's relations and advise them we have a reliable source that states the R/S is coming soon.
I don't think many on this board have screamed this was going to the moon much, overall. Frankly, there hasn't been much celebration of pps at all. I think it's a fine mixture of 10% to da moon, 30% we're going to fail, 50% we'll be fine and 10% undecided.
The CPM rates and projections were done and discussed a few times by other members of the board (you can go back several weeks to look - you must have missed it ). So you can join in the team concept in having done the math on that one...
Not true.
The original insinuation I was attempting clarification on was:
Did you actually watch the video? Please share at which time spot in the video that he stated that he was considering an R/S and that he would decide in December? TIA.
I respect all opinions but I start to question those that come out and find every bit of negative they can find to elaborate on at opportunistic times...I will say one thing before I start to respond to your series of comments to say that I completely agree on your assessment that Red Giant should focus on the many thousands of libraries in the United States.
Using that excellent point you made about Libraries, Benny actually addressed in this video - but you provided no positive feedback on this in your assessment. He mentioned Medusa's Daughter and Wayward Sons Legends as examples in that business sector.
Here are just a few examples of circumstances listed to any progress made:
For instance here is an insinuation that bad cashiers at TRU will hamper this process and that using plastic bags in certain cities won't work due to city ordinances. I mean, I can find and stretch all circumstances for any business to say the same thing to try and squash any headway:
http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=104226509
GSL not conducive to TRU age ranges:
http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=104206593
You also predicted an "implosion" by the end of July for these reasons: http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=103429118
Using the same analogy & mindset, and straying from my normally positive outlook, I shall provide similar commentary from my view of the video:
-- Benny started the video off as if he was lost. He looked around and was aimlessly asking if anyone could hear him. For a person involved in the entertainment business with ties to studio productions (with Glasshouse Graphics) he could have had a sound technician or a member of his team giving him a thumbs up from another room to say he's being heard and "on air". That was just pathetic.
--- When providing CPM rate examples, he used the term "competitors" where in the 2013 Video, he stated that they don't look to compete but enhance the comic book industry. Another reason I don't trust Benny.
--- Benny used the term "Nepotism" in a shareholder's meeting. This is unacceptable and unprofessional.
--- Now for the big one....his tie was not becoming for his complexion. I had to stop watching!
Now for the Q&A Session:
I had to listen to it twice, live, the sound was garbled in a lot of places.
--- Yep, the live stream was of poor quality in certain portions. Way to start off. I didn't hear anything and could not watch it again because they never notified us in advance that they'd be recording it - and caused a major inconvenience and casted doubt amongst investors.
I'm not as impressed as everyone else.
Obviously not...tell us why?
The beginning of it made me want to gag. I really doubt, Benny and the board cares about shareholders, that much. It's like a CEO that says his employees are like family, but doesn't hesitate to lay people off to preserve profitability.
I'd rather him just say that he doesn't give a crap about us. He was just fake. I mean, he doesn't need us to invest because he's getting ready to retire and cash out all of his shares. He came across like the cut throat business man you described above. I certainly felt that as he exuded arrogance and a condescending "better than you" attitude. I'm sure many will agree with that too.
Before I get to far, Benny went , "umm" a lot. I don't think it was because he was nervous. It seemed to be in places he was talking about things that were uncomfortable. It hit me when he started talking about "Japan Needs Heroes", then the CPM rate. On watching it again, it becomes even more apparent. I'm not sure if it means anything, but it makes me wonder about the validity of the things mentioned at those points.
In any public speaking course, they will teach professionals how to speak. Saying Umm a lot is a sign of ignorance and uncertainty. Since he wasn't nervous - there's no excuse other than he's shifty and is hiding something, obviously. I like the subtle ties from Japan Needs Heroes over to CPM rates. You're right, he's going to screw us over on CPM rates like he did with JPH - even though JPN is being publicized on numerous occasions as a thorn and coming to closure. But I prefer to believe we'll get shafted on CPM like JNH
I really didn't need to hear how busy they are. It didn't add anything. Nor did I care to hear how penny pinching he is. I don't hear it from other CEOs, I don't need to hear it from him. My basic assumption is that they are working.
We constantly hear these demanding investors asking for updates. What are they doing? Where are they? Why are they spending our money and not letting us know what they're doing or where they're going?!? These same investors questions his integrity and wonder if they're just scamming us and spending these funds for other things, other than the business. Damn it, I don't need to hear how busy they are either. I expect them to work hard for us and will not get excused through pitty, nor need the long sordid sob story.
I'm skipping things like the Bandai mobil game, it is unlikely to make much money. Most Mobil games don't make much money.
I agree. Such a deal is really just "hype". I mean these games really don't make money at all: http://www.businessinsider.com/highest-grossing-iphone-and-ipad-games-2014-5?op=1 -- it's for certain though (yes, I'll cover it ahead of time here) that Red Giant won't create an IP that will draw that kind of money. No need to cover that now.
Benny seemed to work on his justification for the TRU deal as being big. I can certainly see his side. But, it seems they are handling more than 75% (maybe more than 80%) of the GSL. If anything makes this deal fall apart, the GSL is done. I don't dispute that much of the GSL needs to be distributed outside of comic book stores. I do like that TRU was handling much of the distribution. Still I would be nervous about TRU being able to cancel the deal with only 10 days notice. I had hoped they would not handle more than a third of the GSL (even that is a lot).
I agree, they should never have signed that deal with a 10 day cancel clause. Just shows desperation. My prediction is that they won't get the remaining ads filled in the next 1.5 months, and TRU will cancel this deal. I've seen this happen before and it's a disaster waiting to happen. I wouldn't worry about how good the distribution deals will go because when you factor in fuel and additional labor transport costs for additional "baggage" of this many books, it becomes a wash.
I don't know why Benny could not be more clear on the advertisers and CPM. He said about half the advertising slots were taken. Why not just say they have X number of advertisers taking up Y number of ad pages? Same with the CPM rate. They are competitive, low end $25 (no one signed at that rate) $35 on the high end. Would it have been hard to just average what they currently have? Not being clear makes me think he is trying to hide something, I'm not sure what.
He is hiding this; I mean if he says he has about 50% of the pages filled. I would assume he would want the other advertisers to know how much everyone else already paid on average. This would give him an edge on competitive pricing since everyone will know. I mean, this is a good business practice. Expose the rates, everyone gets a break in advance, and the shareholders know the truth. Red Giant then makes an average revenue stream - everyone wins.
It was positive to hear that their CPM is not lower than $25. Having half the ad slots filled, tells me getting advertisers is hard.
It was harder than he ever thought indeed. Especially since he has admitted it's a race against time to get the remaining 50% filled with only 1.5 months left and time ticking on the TRU 10-day clause. I mean, as he mentioned, FCBD ads took a whopping ONE WEEK to fill so this will be even harder now for GSL - especially after the bogus deals with Bandai-Namco and TRU - nobody will want the remaining 50% of the spots.
Benny probably got the "Factoring" financing idea from this board, as we have talked about it (not with that name) for sometime. I'm a little confused why he hasn't talked to financing people about it, yet. That tells me that financing the GSL isn't a done deal, and could still cause problems.
I agree, Benny gets all of his ideas from this board. This is how he became the youngest writer at Marvel and became the head marketing writer for Priceline and was the global marketing writer for IBM. Benny has admitted to getting these skillets, ideas, terminologies and concepts from this board and similar boards. He's just skating by as a con artist riding on the backs of others.
I think we all know that convertible notes are a last resort, and they are not a good form of financing. The stock price when you sign the papers doesn't matter. There was no justification for Benny to say otherwise ( one of the reasons I don't trust everything he says, putting a $1 share price, out there, is another).
Bad Benny. He took out notes and nobody does that. He promised no more notes and did. He tries to explain the progress and what he did with the money, but we don't want to hear how hard he works, we expect that. We also expect a small company to generate millions through traditional financing - just like everyone else out there. I think he's also pumping his own stock with the $1.00 projections. Heck, he even said higher than a dollar technically. I would have just said .80 cents to be more accurate and quit while I was ahead. This company won't ever organically break sub-pennies again.
On "Last Blood", I wondered why he didn't just repeat what has been made public. Why didn't he do that? It also seemed to be the case, he did not want to say, they haven't started filming, yet.
He didn't break public news because it's all rumor. There are no actors nor screening in a Canadian Film Festival. He did say "it leaked" which to me is suspicious since this isn't really happening. Or if it is happening - he knew it leaked and kept it from us. I'm sure he's not tied down to any legalities or non-disclosure agreements or anything on this film. He didn't even mention any upcoming announcements. He should just start taking about things of substance and not beat behind the bush or insinuate like many others do...
I also initially thought it was positive when Benny said that they might be profitable, right out the gate, or at least break-even. I guess you have to take into account the costs of Factoring and taxes (probably on the full advertising take).
I initially thought this was positive too but upon further thought - what you listed here is a deal breaker and makes me reconsider how positive this really is. I just can't believe how clever Benny is to insinuate this - and certain he got this idea from this board.
I'm still guessing "Plan B" for financing includes an increase in the authorize share limit and more notes. I'll have to look up when their fiscal year is over. He didn't mention any of that.
I agree. He seemed very willing to issue more notes and increase shares. He didn't even cover the Reverse Split potential. I can't believe you didn't ding him on that? I mean, that's a big one that he just glossed over - which means he will increase authorized shares AND do a R/S whenever he gets a chance too in the near future.
It wasn't as bad as I expected, well Benny was still stiff. It wasn't even close to being as good as I hoped.
I agree. I would also not wear a white long sleeve shirt in the summer. I think a short sleeve alternative would be more appropriate. He would not have been so stiff and uncomfortable in that and would have been more apt to identify with the working class. This was not what I wanted to hear as well and there were almost no positives to draw from this alleged "live" video.
Nice job putting this together Penny_Island...
OH MAN! During the question portions (more towards the end) Benny practically read off my entire set of questions. I was so excited that I kept yapping about it and missed some of the responses - LOL. I'm going to go back and watch the whole video again...
In just scanning our board here and on Twitter - the sentiment is HIGH right now. Thanks to all of you whom have taken such extensive notes and are in the processes of absorbing and elaborating on the key points. It'll be a sheer pleasure to ride this onward & upward with everyone here who are tried & true!!
See you all later....
I could not have said this better myself Gimme. I know we'll all have our interpretations on what we each believe to be positive or negative. I do feel the same as what you wrote though.
Should make for some interesting conversation....
My goal is to see further progress....I also anticipate a barrage of PR's between now and November thereafter.
I'm leaving work early for once today - I'm not missing this!
GLTY/GLTA!!!
Hi LittleGiant88...I rarely post on pps projections or when it will move. I do post on when I believe events will impact us based on research, momentum and at times "gut feeling". I've said in the past that July was going to be a big month regarding news. In my opinion, it has been to date and with today being the last day in July, the irony is that we may get even more to put this month to a close.
To try and answer your question - we move after this evening's updates. Slowly but surely until November. While I'd rather wait until after the webcast to give my opinion, I do not believe this will be a negative interaction with the shareholders. I have a good friend (fuddyduddy88) who believes that November is the big month for major movement. He's been saying this to me for a few months (pre-news) and I agree with that. November is our breakout month as far as pps (if I can for once anticipate this - which I rarely imply). Between November 2014 and January 2015 we should become an impactful player in the industry (marketing, product, revenue projections, multi-media, gaming, movies), etc.. All just my opinion.
A lot of things can change this (just like any other ticker) but I have not lost confidence at all in this (even with a stagnant pps beyond today and into tomorrow). You have to make the best choice in the matter...
All the best to you.
Hi Palmach....I've pondered that question as well...
As far as benefit, I presume it refers to revenue (ultimately). So immediately, I don't believe so (but could be wrong). However, mid to long term, it's all about exposure. Meaning, the more movies and productions are tied into the Red Giant Entertainment brand name, the more notoriety and "street cred" is had by REDG.
Isen and Aimee work tirelessly to produce and involve themselves in the film industry. It was noted in Benny's 2013 video that those involved with ShockWave Darkside have approached Red Giant to help them develop this movie - and Isen & Aimee obliged and are connected to this film now. You are also correct that a comics series is tied into this to co-run with the movie release: http://redgiantentertainment.com/shockwavedarkside.html
In the end, the more TV and Movie deals we're tied into, the bigger the "credits" will become. Like an actor/actress skimming through roles and working their way up (some very famous actors have been in very bad movies along the way) but they keep working and eventually get the bigger role. So in the case of Isen & Aimee, they are doing that well, IMO. These kind of films along with the many others we've DD'd here will have an impact in leading to major productions (we're still awaiting status on Last Blood and Wayward Sons Legends as examples).
More to come I'm sure.
GLTY!
$REDG
Good post Haul.....Loving Tesla here!!!
You're right Tlsmd - that lightning had me mesmerized. So will tomorrow's shareholder's meeting! LOL.
GLTY!
TTYL...
Agree with both of you there as well. I think we get this thing done the hard way - organically. I'm willing to wait.
I'm hoping for a lot of updates tomorrow - then PR's to follow from those updates will help.
I'm kind of excited to be honest.....Hoping one of our questions (from the board members) gets asked so we can all talk about it. We shall see soon enough.
GLTA!!!
$REDG
Gotcha!!!
Good idea - just gave him some credit directly!!!
Liking this A LOT!!!!
Dear Board Members: it's our time to ask questions directly to Benny for this Thursday via:
info@redgiantentertainment.com
There is strength in numbers so I hope we all pitch(ed) in and give him a chance to provide feedback as he cares enough to open the door to communicate and offering opportunity for us to ask.
I doubt he'll be able to answer all of our questions 100%, but he can at least address some of the key points we've discussed over time here as he receives them and will know where we stand on common goals/questions/concerns and expectations.
GLTA
LOL Haul....great superimposed message!!! Needed that laugh.
DD on Bandai-Namco - NO JOKE!
Just like the talented ad rock star Kris Longo for $REDG: http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=104476930 - Mr. Colafransesco of Bandai-Namco exacts talents of his own:
http://ih.advfn.com/p.php?pid=nmona&article=63000419
Updated Markiplier Effect!
The exposure has gone up exponentially since yesterday on the "likes" on FaceBook RE: http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=104711499
$REDG
EXPOSURE (TV)
This Exposure project is 15 years in the making: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/323292623/exposure-volume-one
http://www.comicbookmovie.com/fan_fic/news/?a=54484
There is perhaps a driving force to keep the original artist’s name alive:
http://www.bleedingcool.com/2012/01/31/remembering-al-rio-by-david-campiti/
http://www.bleedingcool.com/forums/comic-book-forum/54722-al-rio%5Cs-last-interview-rodrigo-monteiro.html
http://www.comicsforsinners.com/red-giants-exposure-first-issue-debuts-strong-on-comixology/
Since this was PR’d 1 year ago: http://www.marketwired.com/press-release/producer-kevin-vanhook-to-develop-red-giants-exposure-franchise-for-television-1815729.htm
I'm tellin' you Coop - that's not farfetched at all for a smart, young 24 year old with fame and a love for gaming.
Check it out: http://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=104110618
This whole thing is interconnected....the whole business model. Amazing, IMO.
GLTY!!