Robert Maxwell fails in News of the World takeover bid
Robert Maxwell loses News of the World. The shareholders hold a poll which rejects Mr Maxwell's takeover bid in favour of Rupert Murdoch's plan. ENGLAND: London:
general view of hall
Zoom in on Maxwell seated amongst shareholders
Maxwell/Murdoch seen speaking to shareholders
Interview with Maxwell on losing. Ext general views of shareholders arriving. INT. Interview with Rupert Murdoch. Murdoch states he was called "...a moth eaten kangaroo..." by Maxwell. Murdoch asked if he had plans to take over any more UK newspapers. Says no. Then asked if he would like a London based daily paper. Said he would if the right one came along but he didn't "...see one around."
