David Ellison is first and foremost a filmmaker.

I knew him well in the beginning of his career.

His motivation to build his company wasnt monetarily opportunistic.

David Ellison and Skydance acquire Paramount

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He built his company so he could make the movies and television shows that inspired him.

So, he could tell stories.

David is as brilliant as they come as an executive but hes no bean counter.

Paramount and Skydance Media

Hes a creative first.

Hes a fan, hes an artist, and hes a builder.