I’m a Director, I’m Not Bad

Chapter 348: 346. Curtain ended

Chapter 348 346. Ending

Xi Film Studio has put a lot of effort into the Golden Rooster Awards.

Xu Xin knew this.

After losing money in "Li Chun", when Xu Xin was still fiddling with the Olympic Games, the factory urged him to play "The Wind", so he put forward his own request.

I want to win a prize, you have to help me.

Actually, this is not a shameful thing.

Award public relations exist in any film awards.

Including three major.

Including the Oscars.

Many people don’t even understand that Oscar has never been an award that simply depends on the quality of the film to determine the final award.

There are more than 9,000 old American Academy of Film Award judges who are eligible to vote. They come from many countries and regions around the world. Just like elections, a large number of film and television distributors will launch public relations around the shortlisted works every year. It can almost be said to be a Beautiful scenery.

And the fanciness of this kind of public relations activities is beyond the imagination of movie fans.

For example, "Robot Story" released in 2008, before this year's Oscar awards ceremony, on the basis of mailing DVDs to Oscar student judges, a complete set of Wall-E and Eva was prepared for the family members of these judges. .

For another example, when the Coen Brothers' "No Country for Old Men" was competing in the Olympics, there were various celebrity receptions almost every day.

The purpose is to increase the impression points in front of the judges.

Many people may not understand that for some distribution companies, the Oscars or the Golden Rooster Awards are nothing more than awards for practitioners. Why do they have to fight for a false name... But in fact, just take the Oscar as an example .

The Oscars have never been a traditional award, but more like a business.

For example, "No Country for Old Men", the total box office of this film in North America is 74 million US dollars.

And the regions where it was released are only the United States and Australia.

During the period from November 2007 to January 2008, only these two countries released the film.

But after the announcement of the Oscar shortlist in January 2008, No Country for Old Men, which was nominated for 8 awards, has been registered in more than 40 countries one after another.

Especially at the end of the Oscars, after winning the Best Director and Best Screenplay, No Country for Old Men's global box office climbed directly from more than 74 million to more than 180 million.

Not to mention an extra 100 million US dollars at the box office, its DVD sales raked in nearly 150 million US dollars in revenue in various countries.

And its cost is only 25 million US dollars.

But with the Oscar competition, the cost of 25 million has earned a gross profit of nearly 350 million US dollars.

Although after the division, it will definitely shrink significantly.

But with the multi-million-dollar dinner they spent at the Oscars, this business was a touch-and-go-winner.

So, for filmmakers, these film festivals are not just an affirmation of their artistic contributions.

is a business.

Although the influence of the Golden Rooster Awards is not as good as that of the Oscars.

But... there are so many people in the Celestial Dynasty.

Most of them have never consumed in their own movies.

If you know your movie through the Golden Rooster Award, buy a DVD to watch it...even if the piracy is rampant in China...but no one will have trouble with money, right?

Money is one thing, fame is another.

When he can gain both fame and fortune, Xu Xin doesn't know what other people think.

He certainly won't miss it anyway.

It has nothing to do with being snobby or not.

I have worked hard, why can't I get rewards?

While Xiying Film Studio has this ability and platform, if "The Wind" wins an award, it will be a win-win situation.

It's just a pity...

Although holding the idea of "pad equipment", looking at "Iron Man" on stage to accept the award, Xu Xin couldn't help but said to Guo Zhengyi next to him:

"Director Guo...it doesn't matter, let's work harder next time."

Guo Zhengyi smiled calmly when he heard this:

"Director Xu, I already have three."

"..."

have to.

You old man pretended I didn't say anything.

Sorry for being sloppy.

Xu Xin shook his head.

The following awards ceremony was uneventful.

Under the auspices of Zhang Guoli, it was proceeding in an orderly manner.

Whether it’s a digital film, or best sound recording, or best screenplay, it’s not about The Wind.

The best recording was given to "August 1st", the best music was given to "Assembly", the best photography was also "Assembly", and the directorial debut was given to Li Dawei from "We'll See". The best children's film went to "Walking to School".

One award after another is going on.

Finally, after "Best Supporting Actress" was won by Yue Hong, Xu Xin subconsciously tensed up when he saw Yue Hong holding a certificate and trophy on the stage, delivering his acceptance speech while crying.

Next, it's the turn of "Best Actress".

He instinctively glanced at Liang Bingning who was sitting next to him.

Sensing his gaze, Liang Bingning also turned her head and said:

"It's our turn."

"…Um."

Xu Xin responded.

And Liang Bingning didn't say much, just covered her mouth and yawned, to get rid of the fatigue, and adjust her state to prepare for that... She didn't know how likely it was.

Soon, amid applause, Yue Hong stepped down.

After a group of dancers came to the stage to perform a dance full of modern technology, Zhang Guoli stepped onto the stage again.

First teased Wu Wu and Deng Yi, and then said:

"Okay, let's continue with the awards."

The voice fell, and the passionate music sounded along with the narration:

"The next award is: "Best Actress", please present the guests: Zhang Yu, Tao Hong."

Zhang Yu, who became a household star in "Love on Lushan Mountain" in the 1970s and 1980s, was also the first best actress of the Golden Rooster Awards.

And Tao Hong achieved the title of Queen of Actress at the 22nd Golden Rooster Awards in 2002 by virtue of "Life Show".

The two came to the stage hand in hand and greeted each other:

"Hi everyone, I'm Zhang Yu."

"I am Tao Hong."

Tao Hong gained a lot of weight.

Now that she is forty, in Xu Xin's opinion, she should have received a lot of hyaluronic acid and hydrating injections on her face.

A little bloated, no longer the pure image of the past.

As for Zhang Yu...

have to admit.

It is still the same as before.

Xu Xin didn't have time to listen to the awkward chat between the two, but was thinking in his mind...

Sister, what are you thinking now?

…

"Is this the award?"

In the room, Xu Daqiang glanced at his daughter-in-law and asked.

"Um…"

Yang Mi stared straight at the TV screen, feeling a little dazed.

She regretted it a little.

If I can go to participate...

Is there a greater chance of winning?

"...Daughter, here it is."

Yang Dalin peeled the apple and handed it to her.

But Yang Mi didn't answer.

Just watching TV…

Subconsciously clenched his fists.

…

"The nominees for Best Actress in the 27th Golden Rooster Awards are: the movie "Li Mi's Conjecture" and Zhou Xun."

"Wow la la la la la..."

Amid the applause, the movie "Li Mi's Conjecture" appeared on the screen.

And a small window appeared on the screen, which was the weekly newsletter sitting with Cao Baoping and Deng Ting.

"The movie "Painted Skin", Zhao Wei."

"The movie "Blooming", Yao Xingtong."

"The movie "Mei Lanfang", Zhang Ziyi."

"The movie "Li Chun", Jiang Wenli."

"The movie "The Wind", Yang Mi and Liang Bingning."

The clips of the six films and the small shots are all displayed on the big screen.

Everyone is smiling, including Xu Xin and Liang Bingning. Everyone is quietly waiting for Tao Hong and Zhang Yu to reveal who will get the answer to the mystery.

on the stage.

Zhang Yu opened the envelope and took out the list of winners from it.

Expand.

Handed it to Tao Hong.

The two pinched the list together.

After taking a look, Zhang Yu spoke into the microphone first:

"The winner is... "The Beginning of Spring", Jiang Wenli."

Xu Xin's heart hiccupped instantly.

Jiang Wenli's award...does that mean "The Wind"...

He didn't have time to think, but his hands and feet became cold all of a sudden.

Immediately afterwards, Tao Hong said into the microphone:

""The Wind", Yang Mi, Liang Bingning. Congratulations!"

"Wow la la la la la..."

"oh!!!"

I don't know who cheered, Xu Xin instantly felt that someone was grabbing his shoulder, and he shook it hard.

…

In a rental house in Yanjing.

Bao Wenjing and Bao Beier looked at the TV screen, which was Xu Xin who was being grabbed by Yu Qiang and Huang Xiaoming behind him and shaking his body crazily...

Bao Beier was silent.

Bao Wenjing murmured:

"Just... so... just... sealed?"

Hearing her words, Bao Beier responded:

"Otherwise? Who do you think it would be?"

"...I thought it was Zhou Xun and Jiang Wenli."

"Weekly news is impossible. The director of "Li Mi's Conjecture" Cao Baoping was almost banned because of that "Glorious Fury". How could she be given such an important award."

After Bao Beier finished speaking, he turned to his girlfriend and said:

"Yang Mi hasn't confinement yet... Let's do some shopping and go see her tomorrow?"

Although I have always disliked bowing my head in front of others, I am even less willing to see my husband bowing his head in front of others.

But today's Bao Wenjing rarely refuted.

Instead, he nodded slightly:

"…Um."

…

Hengdian.

"Ah!! Mimi won the award, Mimi won the award!!"

In the room, Liu Zhishi, who was watching the live broadcast of the Golden Rooster Awards with Li Minnian, cheered, then took out his mobile phone without thinking, and quickly sent Yang Mi a message that had already been edited, and everything was waiting for the dust to settle:

"Wow wow wow!! Mimi! Congratulations to the empress!! I won! I won!!"

…

"Who...? Who are you talking about?...Is it Mimi?"

Yanjing, Liu Xiaoli watched TV and asked her daughter uncertainly:

"Mimi won the award?"

"…Um."

Liu Yifei nodded:

"I won the award. The Golden Rooster Queen, although I don't know if she is the youngest. But... Honey is the queen."

After finishing speaking, she took out her mobile phone and sent Yang Mi a message with envy in her eyes:

"Congratulations!"

Compared to her envy, Liu Xiaoli's eyes are full of complexity.

Obviously three years ago...she was still a girl.

But now...

"well."

She let out a long sigh.

…

At the same time, all the people who were paying attention to the live broadcast ceremony had various emotions in their eyes.

Someone is a blessing from the heart.

Some people can't believe it.

Some people were so shocked that their expressions were dull.

Some people are jealous beyond recognition.

However, for people in the circle, when "The Wind" and "Lichun" both produced by Xiying Studio won the title of Best Actress.

They all really realized one thing.

The former habitually taken advantage of, the fallen king, the twilight Xiying Studio...

This time, it seemed that he really raised his head completely.

came back.

Watching Xu Xin who walked onto the stage arm in arm with Liang Bingning amidst the applause, a hint of deep thought appeared on the expressions of many people.

This young man...

Is the ability really that great?

…

"Ah."

Zhang Yimou chuckled and stood up.

"…dad?"

Zhang Mo asked suspiciously:

"Don't watch it?"

"Well, there is no need to read it."

He shook his head.

Zhang Mo was puzzled.

"...Why? There are three awards for leading actor, director, and film."

"The upper limit of "The Wind" is not that high."

Watching Xu Xin, who was crossing hands with Jiang Wenli in the middle of the TV, although his eyes were filled with joy, he still explained to his daughter:

"The competition for this year's heroine is not too big. First of all, you have to understand a truth, that is, our country's awards are not just for simple movies. It pays attention to the right time, place and people and the three elements are indispensable.

"The Beginning of Spring" and "The Sound of the Wind" are all three. The people of "The Wind" are in the box office and in the subject matter. And "The Beginning of Spring" is the best actress at the Rome Film Festival.

The reason why Zhou Xun, who was very popular before, did not win the award was not because her acting skills were poor. On the contrary, although the types of films are different, in these few films, I think they have played their roles in the script to the extreme. The same is true for Mimi.

However, Zhou Xun's mistake was caused by Cao Baoping. It is no exaggeration that his "Glorious Wrath" was banned. But at this time, other people have the right time and place, but he lost the time, so this time "Li Mi's Conjecture" is destined to be fruitless.

But if you look at it the other way around, the factory has won the Best Actress. Two films are enough for the media to render Xiying Film Studio as the biggest winner of the night. Everything cannot be exhausted, and so is the Golden Rooster Award. The three film queens have achieved the status of the three generations of actresses in the factory, the old, the middle and the young, but the ones behind...whether it is "Assembly" or "Mei Lanfang" have some battles with "The Wind".

Don’t think that the Golden Rooster Scholarship will not compromise, on the contrary, they are the ones who can compromise the most. Therefore, the Golden Rooster Award for "The Wind" is over. "

As the record holder with nine Golden Rooster Awards in his hand, he shook his head.

While he was speaking, after meeting Jiang Wenli, many people, including him, witnessed a rather symbolic scene.

Men left, women right.

The crew area of "The Sound of the Wind" is on the left side of the scene.

The crew of "Li Chun" is on the right.

When everyone came to the front of the stage, with Jiang Wenli's arrival, Xu Xin happened to be caught in the middle.

In the camera, Liang Bingning, who has just won the first three best actress trophies, is holding Xu Xin's arm, and Jiang Wenli, who is walking over, also extended her hand with a smile on her face.

Seeing this, Xu Xin stretched out his left hand.

Jiang Wenli put her hand on Xu Xin's left hand.

And Liang Bingning let go of him, and when he stretched out his right hand, he also rested on it.

Just like that, Xu Xin held the hands of the two actresses, and the three walked together, step by step onto the stage.

"Ha~"

Seeing this, Zhang Yimou couldn't help but let out a chuckle.

Eyes full of reminiscence.

The people in the factory won such a heavyweight award...

This scene…

It's really been a long time since I saw it.

Following his chuckle, Zhang Mo murmured:

"After such a letter from Mimi...who can stop her in the future?"

"No."

Hearing what his daughter said, Zhang Yimou corrected her thoughts again:

"The movie "The Wind", the person who won the most is not her, nor Xiao Xu. It is Liang Bingning."

"Liang Bingning?"

Zhang Mo was taken aback.

Zhang Yimou nodded:

"Yes, she is the biggest winner."

"..."

Zhang Mo showed a puzzled look again.

But Zhang Yimou didn't explain.

You can’t keep teaching, it’s bad if you keep teaching and develop the habit of not being able to do it without yourself. Therefore, the daughter also needs to learn to think independently.

Think about why Liang Bingning is the biggest winner.

…

Not only him, but also Chen Kaige in the audience, including many people in front of the TV.

Looking at the three people on stage, there was more or less sigh and emotion in their eyes.

Even some more emotional people, even if they are watching the TV, their eye circles turn red.

I haven't seen this scene for a long time.

It’s been so long that I don’t even remember, when was the last time I saw this kind of scene.

But that's okay.

Their eyes were fixed on the three "young people" on the stage.

More or less, under empathy, together, we saw a bright future.

…

"Ding Dong."

Short messages kept pouring into the inbox.

But Yang Mi didn't pay any attention.

I just stared blankly at my brother who had received the certificate for me...

There was nothing in my mind.

She couldn't remember what it was about being crowned queen, winning an award or what.

Even she didn't know what mood she was in now.

Happy?

Joy?

Ecstasy?

Extremely happy?

have no idea.

I just feel my mind goes blank.

Then inexplicably, she remembered the Nanma wonton shop that evening.

The elder brother who is not yet a husband asks himself:

"Are you going to win Best Actress first, or should I win Best Director first? You choose one."

Obviously just a joke.

Yesterday's joke...

But now, the dream has come true.

But it seems so unreal...

I…

Get the actress?

…

"Thanks to the Golden Rooster Award and the judges for their encouragement, for entrusting this honor and trust to me. I will work harder in the future to bring you better film works...Thank you."

Jiang Wenli's acceptance speech was quite brief.

Immediately afterwards, he took a step back and left the microphone to Liang Bingning and Xu Xin.

After Liang Bingning looked at Xu Xin, she was the second to go up.

"Well…"

The deputy head of the actor troupe of the West Film Studio, holding the Golden Rooster Award and certificate in his hand at this moment, on the loose dress, is a picture that no longer sees any fatigue, but is replaced by a kind of... from the heart joy expression.

"Thank you. Thank you to the jury of the Golden Rooster Awards, thank you."

As she spoke, she stuttered and looked at Xu Xin again:

"I would also like to thank Director Xu Xin for giving me this trust. This cooperation with Director Xu Xin is the most enjoyable film journey in my life. It is his clear-cut film thinking and directing style full of artistic imagination, Lead me, step by step to stand here.

I would like to thank him, and also thank Mimi who was unable to come to the scene. I don’t know if you’ve been watching it...but the cooperation with you, the sparks we collided with, and our private discussions, all let me see an actor who is really studying the characters and acting skills with his heart. You are great and you deserve it.

Finally, once again, I would like to thank all the fans who love me. It is my greatest happiness to have your company along the way. thank you all! "

After speaking, amidst the applause, she covered her chest and bowed.

Then when Xu Xin was about to come up, he suddenly opened his hand and gave Xu Xin who was caught off guard a big hug.

Xu Xin was stunned for a moment, patted her with a smile, and then stood in front of the microphone that was attracting everyone's attention.

The flickering of the spotlight made him somewhat unable to see the expressions of the people in the audience.

But that's okay.

At this moment, there is no social fear.

Nor any other emotions.

He held the Golden Rooster trophy in his hand, and said directly:

"First of all, I would like to apologize to the organizers of the Golden Rooster Awards, the judges, and friends watching off the field and in front of the TV. Due to physical reasons, my wife cannot come to receive this honor, sorry."

After speaking, he took half a step back and bowed slightly.

Then…

Applause rang out.

"Wow la la la la la..."

Amid the applause, Xu Xin looked down at the Golden Rooster Award in his hand:

"I don't know how Yang Mi is feeling now. People say that husband and wife are of one mind. When I look at the trophy in front of me, I feel more strongly about its weight than joy."

As he spoke, he weighed the trophy.

"It is very heavy. Because this honor was jointly created by many outstanding actors. Now, among this honor, Yang Mi and Sister Bingbing have added a very inconspicuous stroke. I think this honor is by no means simple. The award is more like an encouragement. I hope we can continue to work hard and contribute better works to everyone. This is my current mood.”

Then he raised his head and looked at the only camera he could see:

"My dear, congratulations. Good job, I love you."

"Oh~~~~~"

"Wow la la la la la..."

Hearing his words of love, the audience laughed and applauded in good faith.

Amidst the applause, Xu Xin said:

"Thank you for the Golden Rooster Award, Xiying Film Studio, and Sister Bingbing. I also thank all the outstanding actors who participated in the competition for the award this time, as well as fans who love Yang Mi's performance. Everyone has worked hard, thank you."

Ends with his statement.

The three stepped down.

The "Best Actress" competition has come to an end.

Actually, if I really want to say it, Xu Xin still has a lot of words of thanks to say.

But after all, he is only accepting the "Best Actress" award on his behalf, and it is enough to say these thanks.

If it's Best Director or Best Picture, then he might say more.

But for now...enough is enough.

…

"My dear, congratulations. Good job, I love you."

Xu Xin's voice came from the TV.

"..."

Yang Mi was silent and speechless.

The corners of his mouth were raised.

For no reason, she thought of the time when she went to get the Golden Camera in Cannes for him.

He didn't come, he went by himself.

But now...he couldn't go by himself, he went.

It seems that as long as I and him receive awards from each other and stagger each other's time, we can always get some "good luck".

Coincidence?

Or inevitable?

She doesn't know either.

But…

At this moment, there was only softness left in her heart.

"I love you too."

Ignored the parents and Uncle Xu next to him.

She gave her own response to the camera.

Gentle yet firm.

And after hearing this, the three elders pretended not to hear it.

However, Xu Daqiang looked at his son who stepped down and asked:

"Wow later?"

"Yes, three awards: "Best Actor", "Best Director", and "Best Film"! We all have a chance!"

Yang Mi responded without turning her head.

"Uh... good."

Xu Daqiang nodded, sitting on the escort's bed, watching Zhang Guoli on TV, feeling the same feelings in his heart.

Smash it, Smash your mouth.

He kind of wants to smoke.

But I was afraid of missing my son's award again.

For a while, my heart was full of complexity.

Then he seemed to want to ask something again, but when he turned around, he found...

My daughter-in-law's eyes were already full of tears.

She seemed to be belatedly aware of it, and the emotion surged in her heart.

But the corner of his mouth is smiling.

And the bigger and bigger.

A low-pitched laughter gradually sounded in the room:

"Hey hey hey..."

But her tears were crackling and falling on the bed sheet.

Yang Dalin and Yang Chunling looked at each other...

They didn't say a word either.

Although they don't quite know what their daughter is thinking at this moment... But no matter what, they should be happy to win the award.

Crying with joy.

No need to be disturbed at this time.

After figuring this out, the couple sat silently on the side, watching the Golden Rooster Awards live broadcast on TV, and slowly, for some reason, their faces gradually began to turn red.

My daughter won the Best Actress Award.

this matter…

Parents have the brightest faces.

Well, my niece is awesome!

…

Soon, the next award for "The Wind" will be announced.

"The winners of "Best Actor" are: Wu Gang, "Iron Man". Congratulations!"

…

Next, Xu Xin, the best director who is as important as "Best Actress".

And when Xu Xin heard the winner's name...

"The 27th Golden Rooster Awards, the winner of "Best Director Award" is:... "Assembly", Feng Xiaogang."

"Wow la la la la la..."