It is possible that other financial buyers show interest, though we think given the leverage likely required by an acquisition and the lack of a clear exit strategy, it would be difficult to justify the purchase.

While the studio's performance in the quarter will look dreadful, we don't think it reflects a significant negative turn in Disney's film business.

Disney's operating momentum is still the best of all the large entertainment conglomerates.

Disney's operating momentum is still the best of all the large entertainment conglomerates,

Even though that is three years away, we believe that the net present value for such a revenue stream is currently not priced into the stock.

Adding Harvey Weinstein to the board, one of the most influential people in Hollywood, is one way in which Mr. Snyder can at least ensure that he will 'get a meeting' with key Hollywood insiders and immediately be plugged into the entertainment industry.