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CROM, A "CONAN" FILM "PARADOX"! Paradox acquires Conan rights! Reported By: René de Jong Wednesday, October 2, 2002 Gamespot.com reports Paradox Entertainment has acquired 20 percent of Conan Sales Company, which holds all rights to the Conan franchise made famous by the Conan the Barbarian and Conan the Destroyer movies of the '80s and the Conan television series of the '90s. The deal means that Paradox will play a part in on-going licensing partnerships, including a film deal with Warner, a games license for TDK, and a book publishing agreement with TOR. "The potential in the Conan character, stories and fan base is huge. We plan to increase licensing activities immediately in all media, including newly written books, comics and computer games," said Theodore Bergquist, CEO of Paradox Entertainment. "We could not find better, more astute, or more creative hands to guide the Barbarian's future," said Arthur Lieberman, representing the sellers. A wide range of international companies has been working with Conan over the years. Current licensing deals include a feature film option with Warner Brothers, computer games license with TDK, and a publishing license with TOR-books. "We've got two major challenges: The first is to be true to the great Conan fan base, and the second is to elevate the Conan brand and its characters preparing the property for another sixty years in the entertainment industry. We feel that Paradox is well suited to take on such tasks," concluded Mr Bergquist. About Conan Sales Company: CSC holds all intellectual property rights in and associated with the character Conan created by Robert E. Howard in the 1930´s and hailed as the greatest fantasy hero in the world. Millions of people worldwide have enjoyed the books, comics and movies about the life and adventures of Conan. Interest peaked in the eighties when Arnold Schwarzenegger played the hero's part in two feature films. ---------- |