Famous quotes by Michael Lynton:

"The changes in technology and consumer interests demand that we be innovative and visionary in our approach to home entertainment. The digital market has evolved to the point where it has earned its own place in our home entertainment business. Digital distribution and high definition have evolved from a theoretical concept to a new retail business, and that's why we're making the strategic moves necessary to ensure that we aggressively market this business in the months and years ahead. And it all begins with people -- putting the right people in the right place at the right time."

"I believe that we can bring a dynamically developing industry to an absolutely new level in coming months and years."

"Jeff Blake is not only one of Sony's greatest assets, but I think he is recognized industry wide as one of the best in the business. As the marketing landscape changes and becomes more and more fragmented and the exhibition community faces the challenge of converting to digital cinema, there is no one better to guide us than Jeff Blake. He is truly second to no one and he inspires those around him to do their best work. We couldn't be more proud to recognize his extraordinary contributions with this promotion."

"Jeff Blake is not only one of Sony's greatest assets, but I think he is recognized industry wide as one of the best in the business, ... As the marketing landscape changes and becomes more and more fragmented and the exhibition community faces the challenge of converting to digital cinema, there is no one better to guide us than Jeff Blake. He is truly second to no one and he inspires those around him to do their best work. We couldn't be more proud to recognize his extraordinary contributions with this promotion."

"I have every confidence that they will raise the money they need."

"Part of this is the fact that the movies may not have lived up to the expectations of the audience, not just in this year, but in years prior,"

"This is a terrific acquisition for Penguin. The two businesses complement each other extremely well in terms of both authors and people, and will create great opportunities for the future. It is a marvelous way to start at Penguin."

"I do believe that recent incidents have dramatically changed the landscape that we live in and that this, among other things, warrants changing the title of the film."