That year Huayu

"It's really, really ridiculous."

In the afternoon, an entertainment gossip spread in Hollywood.

To be precise, the news spread among the domestic media circle who came to attend the Oscars ceremony and a small number of Chinese-speaking filmmakers.

This news content made everyone dumbfounded and felt like it was ridiculous.

Huang Shengyi and the Juli Pictures team issued a bilingual press release in Chinese and English and accepted an interview with Sina's Hollywood reporter.

They cried aggrievedly, saying that at one or two o'clock this morning, the villa where the group lived was stolen.

Among the stolen items, the most valuable was a large suitcase.

Inside is the dress prepared for Huang Shengyi to wear when attending the Hollywood Independent Film Festival and the Academy Awards.

These dresses are all high-end dresses provided by brand sponsors and are valuable.

"Is this kind of thing just for tricking ghosts? Do they think everyone is a fool?!"

Lin Nan was basking in the warm sunshine of the afternoon, watching the entertainment gossip, and couldn't help but curse again.

"It's a bit...unbelievable."

Liu Yifei was lying on the beach chair next to Lin Nan, wearing sunglasses, biting a straw in her mouth, and drinking juice.

She was also a little confused and surprised by this.

"This is Hollywood, and they rent a top-notch villa! Is the security system a decoration? Or is it that a group of people drank too much and fell asleep to death?"

Lin Nan mocked and shook his head.

"Um?"

Miss Liu pulled her sunglasses up the bridge of her nose and looked at Director Lin with a cute expression, her eyes filled with shock and disbelief.

"Lin Nan, what do you mean?"

As she spoke, she had already taken the tablet Lin Nan handed her.

“Look at the domestic entertainment information at the moment, it has already dominated the headlines of major portal websites and hot searches on Weibo.

I estimate that the popularity of this news will last at least throughout the Spring Festival. "

Lin Nan's tone was slightly sarcastic. After hearing this, Liu Yifei looked through the information on Weibo.

At this time, domestic time happened to be morning, and the Internet was already in an uproar.

"What about those lackeys who say that public security abroad is good? This is good security? It was stolen at night!"

"...The security in wealthy areas, high-end residential areas and top-end villa areas is indeed very good! There are even police patrols..."

"I just want to ask, if your dress is stolen, how can you go on the red carpet? Are you naked?"

"Stop fussing, just accept your fate as a has-been actress. If you can't return to the A-list celebrity position, God will not agree with it, because your moral character is not worthy of it."

"As long as everything is fine..."

"Huang Shengyi, hold on!"

"I just want to say that I deserve to be stolen. I don't have any works or influence, so why should I go and embarrass myself?"

…

"Then what to do next? Holy Clothes, did you call the police?"

"Will it affect the red carpet and award ceremony? I wonder if it will be possible to re-send the dress in time? Where is Mr. Yang?"

"It's really not easy for domestic actors to be invited to attend the Oscars. As an insider, I support Shengyi and Juli, come on..."

…

Liu Yifei returned the tablet to Lin Nan, picked up the juice again, and couldn't help laughing and said: "Juli's side, it's quite... funny?"

"Isn't that right? He recorded the video and issued the press release in a serious manner, as if he was determined to fight the 'evil forces' to the end and never admit defeat. It's exactly the same as when he was bullied by Guang Guang."

Lin Nan also found it funny that Yang Zai actually responded to the theft of Huang Shengyi's dress via video:

"...Thanks to many friends, netizens and fans in the circle for their concern. Huang Shengyi's team called the police immediately after the incident, and Juli also contacted the brand sponsor as soon as possible to coordinate new dresses .

Several sets of new dresses have been chartered and are on their way to Los Angeles... Huang Shengyi will not be delayed from attending the red carpet and awards ceremony of the Hollywood Independent Film Festival and the Academy Awards to be held on the 22nd, Los Angeles time..."

Lin Nan glanced at the gossip information that was still refreshing, and then turned off the tablet with a smile.

"Sissi, let's clean up. Didn't you ask me to accompany you to the fashion show in the evening? You can prepare in advance. The assistant will be here soon."

"okay."

…………

The Academy Awards are about to reveal the answer.

In terms of influence and popularity, it is not inferior to the three major European film festivals.

And almost the entire domestic film industry is paying attention to Lin Nan, even more so than the Berlin International Film Festival a week ago.

Because so far, no mainland film director has won the core Oscar awards, namely Best Foreign Language Film, Best Director, and Best Picture.

Publicly and privately, officials hope that Lin Nan can achieve a breakthrough based on last year's Best Original Screenplay Award.

As for the industry? It must be a mixed bag. I hope Lin Nan wins some awards, and I hope he gets nothing, and more!

"Tomorrow morning, will the movie channel still be live broadcast?"

"Yes, they have already arrived in Hollywood. I just don't know if they will visit Director Lin's home before the red carpet like they did at the Golden Globe Awards."

The secretary answered La Peikang's question.

During the Spring Festival, there are almost no employees at China Film who take long vacations. After all, there are too many things in the film and television industry, and there are many meetings to attend. Leaders, in particular, are even busier.

La Peikang nodded and said nothing.

An hour ago, after the film bureau's meeting ended, he was detained for a while because of Lin Nan's matter.

The people in the association couldn't handle it, and they were a bit frustrated.

Years ago, they simply gave up and "complained" to the superiors, making it seem as if Lin Nan had bullied them.

So much so that today, the first meeting after the new year, Tong Gang left him behind.

After a moment, La Peikang smiled disdainfully.

"Go and contact Director Han and see if he has time to go back to China Film Academy in the next two days. I have to talk to him."

"Okay, La Dong."

La Peikang was helpless. Originally it was only the association's task, but now it has become China Film's.

Just as the secretary was about to go out, he was suddenly called again.

"Forget it. Director Han has retired, let him spend the Spring Festival at home. I told him on the phone, the same thing."

La Peikang was the only one left in the huge China Film Chairman's office.

At this moment, Han Sanping was "teaching" Han Jianu a lesson. Because the latter was going to leave on the seventh day of the Lunar New Year to find some materials.

"After the Lantern Festival, I won't stop you."

"I don't want to have to stare at you for a few more days at home... Hey, don't get angry. I have a cell phone."

Han Sanping glanced at the caller ID on his cell phone, his expression suddenly became more serious, and after glaring at his daughter, he walked into the yard.

Ten seconds later, the call was connected.

"La Dong, don't tell me that you called me to pay New Year greetings? Haha..."

"Director Han, happy Spring Festival. I have business to attend to and had a meeting in the morning. Before, we just wanted Lin Nan to attend the Golden Rooster. Today, it has become a mission..."

Hearing this, Han Sanping was stunned and instantly understood Paikang's mood.

“He usually has a good temper and is easy to talk to, but sometimes he can be very tough, like this issue;

Although my method is a last resort, it is effective. We have a 30% share and can sign up on behalf of the crew... In addition, China Film Group has the right to ignore some rules... When the rice is cooked, I will compensate him afterwards. He should..."

"Director Han, I'm not going to use your method. You were too tough when you were in charge, so that all the methods you came up with were so tough. If you do this, I guess I will have to say goodbye to Lin Nan in the future. I'm going to show off Come on, wait until he comes back and have a good talk with him..."

La Peikang interrupted Han Sanping. The biggest difference between him and the old leader was his handling style. Han Sanping is vigorous and resolute, too fierce and domineering in everything he does, while he is much more restrained, just the opposite. He felt that Lin Nan should be able to take soft food, but he would never take hard food!

There was an eerie silence on both ends of the phone for a moment.

Finally Han Sanping sighed, "Then, do it your way first. If it still doesn't work..."

After a few minutes, hang up the phone.

Looking at the phone screen, Han Sanping's expression was a little solemn, but he smiled again the next second: "I actually feel a lot more relaxed?"

"Old Han, are you too ruthless? You look too much like a villain... It almost affected my relationship with Senior Brother Lin. I am planning to ask him to film my movie script in the future."

Han Jianu, who had been eavesdropping for a long time, complained about her biological father without paying any attention to Han Sanping's look of "cleaning up the family".

…………

Hollywood nights are brighter than ever, as if it's time for the Oscars.

At the fashion show, Lin Nan and Liu Yifei were not happy. They received a lot of overtures from people, all actors and celebrities.

Regardless of whether they know each other or not, the other party will always recognize them and say hello and introduce themselves.

"Director Lin, Yifei, happy New Year. I didn't expect to meet you again tonight."

When Zhang Ziyi and Wang Feng came over to say hello, Lin Nan and Liu Yifei, who were about to leave midway, were a little surprised.

"Happy New Year. But we are going back, so I won't disturb you to continue watching the exhibition."

Lin Nan responded quickly and said naturally.

"Yes, Director Lin and Yifei are important members of the red carpet and awards ceremony tomorrow, so they need to rest in advance."

"goodbye."

Liu Yifei smiled and waved, and walked toward the exit with Lin Nan's fingers intertwined.

Looking at the two people walking away, Zhang Ziyi said pointedly:

"Director Lin is the biggest director in the industry. Directors Zhang and Chen are both very old... In the future, everyone will put a lot of thought into Director Lin."

Zhang Ziyi knows very well that the current and future development trends of the domestic film industry are very clear, especially when it comes to big directors and capital.

And the "everyone" in her mouth refers to big flowers like them.

But if we break it down, it seems that the only big flowers that have a good relationship with Lin Nan Pictures and have collaborated with them several times are Zhou Xun and Fan Bingbing. Without her!

…………

One night passed, and the time finally came to the 22nd.

The entire small town of Hollywood has completely entered a state of boiling and restlessness.

Since 6:30 in the morning, Lin Nan and Liu Yifei's mobile phones have received calls from time to time, all of which are business matters.

The two of them also got up early to prepare for today's trip.

Tom personally brought breakfast over at seven o'clock, showing great attentiveness.

And he also gave himself extra food and had breakfast with Lin Nan and Liu Yifei.

"I specially set the alarm clock and brought you food. Lin, it's up to you today. Try to win the Best Director Award or the Best Picture Award. This way the company will be more influential and profitable."

Tom never strayed from his true feelings. He was just a stingy and stingy fat man!

"Tom, it's not as easy as you think, and you set a goal for Lin Nan!" Liu Yifei took a sip of milk and complained with a smile.

"Crystal, I'm just cheering him up, come on. How do you say that idiom? Well, now that I think about it, maybe what I said was a 'prophecy'?"

"Get out of here, uncle! If you don't know how to use idioms, don't use them."

Lin Nan swallowed the bun in his mouth and cursed angrily. Tom, this guy, specializes in derogatory words!

Liu Yifei was choked and coughed, and pointed at Tom, "You, are you going to laugh me to death? Haha..."

Tom looked at Lin Nan and Lin Nan in confusion, "Did I say the wrong thing?"

"The words in your mouth will only be used when bad things are said."

Lin Nan glared at Tom and explained. This guy is very easy to learn, but he always only learns halfway.

"Huh? Then, just pretend I didn't say anything." Tom smiled awkwardly, trying to fool himself.

Different from the last Golden Globe Awards, Liu Yifei started her makeup in the afternoon, so she just had to finish it before four o'clock.

Today, she had to start putting on makeup and styling in the morning. Because after she was done, she had to meet up with the crew of "Interstellar" and head to the Oscars red carpet together.

"What time will the team arrive?"

"Assistants, bodyguards, makeup artists, stylists, and several brands will come over around 10 o'clock."

When it came to business, Tom suddenly became more serious and looked at Lin Nan and Liu Yifei.

Lin Nan glanced at the watch in his hand:

"It's already half past seven. Sissi, after breakfast, you should take the time to rest for a while. Today will be more tiring than the Golden Globe Awards."

"Well, I'm prepared." Liu Yifei nodded confidently.

The three of them ate slowly and quickly finished their breakfast. Then Tom left the villa to meet the brand's people.

…

Near nine o'clock, Lin Nan and Liu Yifei, who were sitting on the sofa recuperating, were "disturbed" by a sudden phone call.

"Hey, I don't even know what to say? Are you still addicted?"

Looking at the incoming call reminder, Lin Nan smiled silently.

"Who?"

"Movie channel."

Hearing this, Miss Liu obviously understood: "Are we going to record behind-the-scenes again? But we haven't started yet."

At this time, Lin Nan had already answered the phone, "Hello?"

"Director Lin, happy New Year, I'm here to disturb you again.

…Can we come over and visit the class this morning? You know, the industry is paying attention to your Oscar this time..."

Liu Yifei looked at Lin Nan with a smile on her face with a joking expression of "staying out of it" and "it's none of my business".

Director Lin was speechless and said directly to the other end of the phone:

"Today Yifei and the crew of "Manchester by the Sea" will be separated, and she will be with the crew of "Interstellar". After Leonardo and the others meet, they won't stay in the villa for too long, so."

After hearing this answer, the people at the movie channel didn't know how to deal with it for a while. They came just for the makeup time.

The last live broadcast of the Golden Globe Awards was very good. Liu Yifei was doing makeup there, and Lin Nan and others were chatting nearby. The ratings were particularly high!

"Can you do an interview with Director Lin before the red carpet? As you know, you are the first mainland director to compete for the Academy Award for two consecutive years."

"Then... then you can come over at two o'clock in the afternoon. We will set off at about four o'clock. I will leave you an hour in the middle, which should be enough, right?"

"Enough, enough..."

There was obvious excitement on the other end of the phone. You still have to find your own people!

After hanging up the phone, Lin Nan spread his hands helplessly:

"I actually wanted to refuse. It affected your makeup a bit last time. But they actually changed their mind and asked for an interview! But fortunately, by the time they arrive, you will probably have joined the "Interstellar" crew."

"It doesn't have much impact, it's just that most of the shots are taking pictures of me, hehe..."

Liu Yifei is very arrogant, and her smile is full of confidence.

At ten o'clock, the makeup artist, stylist, Lin Nan and Liu Yifei's assistants, bodyguards and others rushed over on time.

Tom also arrived in Beverly Hills with people from several brands, suitcases, and safes.

Liu Yifei's makeup has officially begun.

…

Domestically, the media's preparations are even earlier than the last Golden Globe Awards.

Although it was early in the morning, the most popular entertainment information on major portal websites and Weibo already had special reports on the Academy Awards.

In addition, there are also media people working the night shift who are constantly updating and releasing relevant information from Hollywood.

"There are less than six hours until the red carpet of the 87th Academy Awards..."

"Director Lin Nan brings the film "Manchester by the Sea" to compete for six Oscars; the awards ceremony will officially start at around 11 a.m. domestic time!"

"At this Oscar ceremony, Liu Yifei will walk on the red carpet with the crew of "Interstellar" and will not go with director Lin Nan..."

…

Lin Nan leaned on the sofa and yawned, occasionally glancing at Liu Yifei who was surrounded by four makeup artists and stylists in front of the dressing mirror.

The two of them just made eye contact through the dressing mirror, which was quite fun.

"Lin, Leon is here."

"So early?"

Lin Nan exclaimed. It's only 12 o'clock now! For the previous Golden Globe Awards and last year's Oscars, Leonardo and others only came here at one or two o'clock in the afternoon!

In just two minutes, Leonardo, dressed in a suit and leather shoes, with a slicked back hair and high energy, came in with his assistant.

Looking at it like this, I'm afraid you've been so excited that you haven't slept much since last night, right?

"Leon, sit down."

"Lin, will Crystal go to Nolan's side soon?" Leonardo asked, sitting next to Lin Nan.

"Well, Tom will bring someone with her."

As soon as Lin Nan finished speaking, a text message from the crew of "Interstellar" was sent, asking Liu Yifei to meet up at around two o'clock.

"How much longer?"

"Director Lin, it will take about half an hour to forty minutes. Yifei's hair is still a little rough, so the ends of the hair must be styled."

"Well, I have enough time, and I can eat something to fill my stomach."

As he spoke, Lin Nan picked up the candy on the table and walked over. Under Liu Yifei's playful eyes, he fed it to her. The makeup artist and stylist looked on with smiles.

…

What a rarity today.

Matt Damon and Jessica Chastain also came early, looking eager and excited.

But what is surprising is that Jessica is not wearing a dress today, but a pink women's casual suit. But don’t tell me, it looks really eye-catching.

"OMG! Is Crystal leaving? I just arrived!"

"Well, Director Nolan is urging me to leave early. And it's very congested in Hollywood today."

Liu Yifei held up the hem of her skirt and said with a smile, then looked at Lin Nan.

"Let's go, I'll take you to the car."

Lin Nan held Liu Yifei's hand, helped her hold her handbag, and walked out of the villa surrounded by several assistants and bodyguards.

Tom followed closely; Leonardo and others also followed.

"Lin Nan, see you on the red carpet. If I can't see you on the red carpet, then I'll see you at night."

Originally, he wanted to kiss her, but remembering the embarrassment at the Berlin Film Festival awards ceremony, Lin Nan endured it. His actions made Liu Yifei laugh.

"Okay, see you tonight. Leon, Matt, and Jessica. See you tonight."

"See you tonight, Crystal."

…

The three cars just drove out of Beverly Hills.

Half an hour after Liu Yifei left, the people from the movie channel came over on time.

Not seeing Miss Liu, the Sixth Princess was still a little disappointed.

However, seeing all the cast members of "Manchester by the Sea" there, a group of people instantly became excited again. This is the main goal of this trip.

"Director Lin, can we start?"

"Can."

Leonardo, Jessica Chastain, and Matt Damon were sitting on the sofa, watching Lin Nan's interview with interest.

"Director Lin, how confident are you about tonight's awards ceremony?"

"There is not much certainty. This is Hollywood, this is the Oscars. Thousands of judges vote, it is difficult to control. Unless it is some special subject matter. For example, which one is correct!"

Lin Nan made a joke, and the host, lighting, photography and other staff couldn't help laughing.

"If, I mean if."

"Well, you tell me. I can accept what if."

Lin Nan smiled and nodded. He didn't have as much airs as Director Chen and couldn't hear any "bad" sounds. So much so that Liu Yan still has a psychological shadow to this day.

"If you don't get the award you want this time, or simply come away empty-handed. Will it affect your mentality? Will you come again?"

Lin Nan frowned:

"I have already achieved the best results at the Golden Globe Awards and the Berlin International Film Festival. Even if I don't win an Oscar, I can still accept it. At most, I will be in a bad mood for a while, which is just a bit regretful.

As for what’s next? I had a plan before and I won’t be competing for prizes in the short term. This is much more tiring than shooting a commercial film and consumes a lot of energy. Well, I will make a commercial film in the first half of the year. "

After hearing Lin Nan's last words, the people at the movie channel suddenly became excited. This is first-hand news, there is no rumor at all!

Facing reporters who asked for details about the movie, Lin Nan decisively shook his head and clicked through.

After nearly an hour, the interview ended successfully.

While the movie channel team was packing up the equipment, a call came in, to the team leader.

Lin Nan and the others only saw his expression, ranging from disbelief to doubt, shock to disbelief, and finally some incoherence, with their eyes wide open the whole time!

Two minutes later, the leader of the movie channel hung up the phone. Looking at Lin Nan's curious look, he couldn't help laughing and said:

"Director Lin, this is truly a wonder in the world. Guess what?"

"What's wrong?"

“As the red carpet of the Oscars ceremony was about to begin, word spread among the media circles on our trip:

It was said that Huang Shengyi had just fainted in the dressing room and was unconscious. He had been rushed to the hospital.

Just say, isn't it funny? No movie script would dare to write this! "

Lin Nan was also stunned. Is this probably just according to the script?

Ten minutes later, the people from the movie channel left.

Lin Nan then looked at Leonardo and the others, "Leon?"

"What's wrong, Lin?"

"Did you know if Tom Hanks was at the Oscars today?"

"No!"

Before Leonardo could answer, Matt Damon spoke first.