Behind the Gilded Curtain: Universal 2030
Committee Description
Step into the boardroom of the oldest surviving American film studio as it faces a severe scandal, one that could bring Universal Pictures to its knees. This specialized agency focuses on the theoretical secrets and scandals engulfing the studio in 2030, right after the blockbuster release of The Last Shadow. However, Monkeypaw Productions, the production company that partnered with Universal to shoot and produce this horror film, had qualms about working with Universal. Monkeypaw executives appear to have discovered something that could turn the world against Universal. The Chairwoman of NBCUniversal Entertainment & Studios, Donna Langley, who oversees Universal Pictures, has been scrambling to ensure that this dreadful secret is not exposed to the public. To ensure the safety of Universal, Langley ended all partnerships with Monkeypaw Productions and withdrew Universal as a partner. This move forced Universal to return all revenue made from previous movies to Monkeypaw, resulting in a loss of over $1 billion. There is also intense public questioning about why Universal pulled out of a 13-year partnership for seemingly no reason. Delegates must decide whether to focus on calming the public and recovering from the huge financial loss, or investigating the huge secret that Langley desperately wants to keep hidden.
Topic A – Hollywood in Crisis
After the sudden end of the 13-year partnership between Universal Pictures and Monkeypaw, the studio faces devastating financial losses and a huge blow to their public image. However, it isn’t just Universal facing this issue. Executives of Monkeypaw and famous actors face widespread criticism as they are caught in the crossfire of accusations and distrust from the public. With reputations, careers, and billions of dollars on the line, delegates must regain the trust of audiences and prevent one of the world’s biggest studios from collapsing.
Topic B – Behind the Silver Screen
Behind Universal Pictures and Monkeypaw’s separation lies the appalling secret Langley is desperate to keep hidden. As suspicions around Universal intensify, only fragmented pieces of the truth are known. From suspicious decisions to overheard conversations, each delegate holds an important piece of the story. With powerful figures determined to keep the truth hidden, delegates must form alliances and navigate the circumstances that brought them together.
