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The Talent Agency Business and Antitrust Price-Fixing: A Historical Record of the Rise and Fall of TV Packaging
HOLLYWOOD HUSTLE {Part1} takes us into the seedy underbelly of Hollywood. It exposes, step by step, the mind-blowing saga of the rise and fall of TV Packaging – a highly profitable industry that generates over $4 billion a year in Packaging Fees & Profits for Talent Agents. All this easy money is fleeced from the Creators of the TV Series and the People who work tirelessly on their shows, thanks to the ruthless handiwork of a secret Cartel of just four powerful Uber Agencies operating behind the scenes.
Editorial Reviews
“Lenhoff’s revealing blow-by-blow saga of the rise and fall of TV packaging in Hollywood — which allowed uber agencies UTA, ICM, WME and CAA to poach his clients by forgoing the usual 10 percent commission charged to clients in favor of packaging fees – is a study in hubris. Having revealed a price fixing conspiracy among the big Hollywood agencies with his failed legal effort, Lenhoff got the last punch in when the Writers Guild of America used his data and guidance to prevail in its own TV packaging antitrust litigation. In a brisk, no-nonsense account, Lenhoff makes no apology for leading with his chin as he recounts bringing down TV packaging in Hollywood, with the help of the WGA.
Oh, Lenhoff isn’t done, as he has Hollywood Hustle (Part Two) in the works…” By Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter
“The intro, timeline, and beginning of the narrative have captured my attention. I am definitely motivated to continue and see how this all unfolds. Lenhoff’s writing voice is authoritative, honest, clever, and convincing. I am impressed.
What we see is what we believe. Lenhoff exposes how the Hollywood Godfathers of talent agencies have made billions controlling what we see, on our big and little screens. They have unscrupulously decided what gets produced and locked out competitive talent and ideas. The question is, are we ok with allowing them to keep the keys of this kingdom? Let’s see . . .” By Michelle Brown, Public Educator
“What I love about Charles Lenhoff and his story is the diligence and tenacity in his fight for the underdog. He roots out corporate overreach and puts HIMSELF on the line to fight for what is right and fair inside an industry known for corruption, backstabbing, and coercive control. Unlike the fear-filled majority of Hollywood insiders, Lenhoff has the courage to not only speak uncomfortable truths, but to scream them from rooftops.” Lisa Wiegand, ASC
“I love the rawness of it.” By Dreux Moreland, Hollywood Screen Writer
“Hollywood Hustle’ takes you deep into the insider story of the movie industry, with ups and downs, and is fascinating. This book is known for its vivid characters and gripping plot and is a masterpiece not to be missed!” By Michael Chen, Chinese Business Mogel
“A scintillating read for industry and non-industry alike. It’s a reminder to all of us who have fought the good fight à la David versus Goliath, or aspire to do so, that there are other courageous folks with a moral compass that they cling to with pride. I especially enjoy the brutally honest “tell it like it is” personal voice that is all Lenhoff!” By Kathleen A. Griffith, Flying Goat
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