Rakow

He doesn't have a particular dollar figure or timetable in mind for his investment, Mr. Rakow said.

Kerkorian Preparing a Return to Movies Ethan Smith 2012

On the sidelines since 2005, Mr. Kerkorian is now on the hunt to buy a film studio, production company or other entertainment business, said Jay Rakow , an executive at Mr. Kerkorian's investment vehicle, Tracinda Corp., during an interview.

Kerkorian Preparing a Return to Movies Ethan Smith 2012

"In 2012 a traditional, brick-and-mortar studio isn't the only way to produce, market and distribute motion-picture content," Mr. Rakow said.

Kerkorian Preparing a Return to Movies Ethan Smith 2012

Mr. Rakow declined to say what companies his boss was eyeing but said Mr. Kerkorian sees opportunities in new forms of online distribution of films, and in emerging markets including China, India and Latin America.

Kerkorian Preparing a Return to Movies Ethan Smith 2012

In the current climate, plenty of small, nimble entertainment companies are attempting to avail themselves of the kinds of opportunities Mr. Rakow describes.

Kerkorian Preparing a Return to Movies Ethan Smith 2012

Mr. Kerkorian might buy a single entity or roll up several smaller ones, Mr. Rakow said.

Kerkorian Preparing a Return to Movies Ethan Smith 2012

Mr. Rakow said Mr. Kerkorian has "a completely open mind" about the kind of concern he might acquire.

Kerkorian Preparing a Return to Movies Ethan Smith 2012

Mr. Kerkorian "thinks the current environment provides opportunities and he believes the time is ripe to take advantage of them," Mr. Rakow says.

Kerkorian Preparing a Return to Movies Ethan Smith 2012

So Rakow packed up her medical files and flew to Singapore.

Holidays for Health 2009

Leopold and Rudolf began the process of creating their replicas by making highly detailed drawings: many of which are now archived in the Rakow Library at the Corning Museum of Glass in the US.

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