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      "text": "Content: Networks and Filmed Entertainment are naturally aligned operating units. The movies and the original programming produced by Warner Bros., New Line Cinema, WBTV and HBO enjoy wide access to the consumer, in part, due to in-house distribution capabilities. Each of the networks provides the creative arm of Filmed Entertainment with possible means of accessing the consumer and consequently, gives it leverage in discussions with other networks and distribution channels. Networks also benefits from access to the in-house content when negotiating with other content providers. The inherent volatility of the Filmed Entertainment business is also mitigated within the larger Content unit. The combined businesses are growing robustly and have relatively modest capital requirements (though the film studios do have working capital needs) and generate high free cash flow. An independent Content would likely trade at a higher multiple than most of the other diversified media companies.",
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