When I was in Reply 1988

Chapter 761 "Joint Security Area"!

"Wings of Desire" won the Best Director Award at Cannes.

"A World Away" won the Cannes Jury Prize.

The following films were even awarded the Honorary Golden Bear Award for Lifetime Achievement by another international film festival.

Li Renyong has not seen many of his movies, but he has a very high status in the film industry.

The host of the Cannes Film Festival is not fixed. It is different every year and is selected from the previous award-winning list.

Of course, self-recommendation is also possible.

"Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the annual Cannes Film Festival awards ceremony. This year, I saw many old faces and many new faces. This annual event, things have changed, but the light and shadow remain the same."

There was laughter in the audience and applause for the veteran.

"Now, the 42nd Cannes Film Festival Awards Ceremony officially begins. Before we begin, let us welcome a special guest."

Then, a large screen on the stage suddenly spread out, and images were projected on it.

It was the image of the middle-aged man who had just greeted Li Renyong and his companions.

The entire venue stood up and applauded loudly.

Li Renyong didn't know him, but everyone seemed very excited.

A few people followed the crowd, stood up and applauded.

"Who is this?"

Li Renyong asked in a low voice.

Zheng Nanzhu shook her head, indicating that she was not sure.

Ma Richeng whispered, "That's French President Francois."

Li Renyong asked in confusion: "Is the standard of this film festival so high? The president is here."

Ma Richeng glanced at him and said, "Normally he would not come, or send someone else. This time he probably came on a whim. His coming here only represents one thing, and that is the Legion of Honor."

Hearing this, Li Renyong immediately became excited.

He came here just for this medal!
This requires us to talk about how the Cannes Film Festival was originally established.

At the beginning, in order to counter the Venice Film Festival which was influenced by the Italian fascist regime, France decided to establish its own film festival.

The outbreak of World War II brought preparatory work to a halt.

In 39, Germany tore up the Soviet-German Treaty, the war broke out, and the situation was extremely serious.

It was not until 46 that it was re-founded by the French Association for Action Artisticis with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Education and the Film Federation.

The Cannes Film Festival is supported by the government and represents the spirit of fighting against fascism.

The French Legion of Honor was first created in 1789.

Divided into five levels.

Knight's Medal!

Officer's Medal!

Commander's Medal!
Senior Officer Medal!

Knight's Cross!
The award of the medal requires an order signed by the President.

Every medal represents honor.

Since World War II, the Legion of Honor is no longer limited to nationals.

No matter what country you are from or what industry you are in, as long as you can contribute to France, you will get it.

In 94, even all veterans of World War I were awarded low-level knight medals.

People like Li Ka-shing and Wong Kar-wai have received this medal.

Of course, there were also many who refused to accept it.

Regardless of what people in other industries think, it is a great honor for filmmakers to receive a medal of honor.

François praised the filmmakers present and congratulated the opening of this session.

At the same time, I hope all filmmakers will continue to work hard to make films that reflect their country’s culture and spirit.

Li Renyong complained inwardly.

Can "Hands Up" be considered as promoting French culture?

"What I want to say is that this year's movies are very exciting. As an ordinary audience, I like movies about peace. Because God loves us, peace is the most precious thing in this world. There is nothing else. Movies like "Joint Security Area" are about understanding, cooperation and peace. As long as there is hope and light in our hearts, we can get out of the darkness. This is the best of times and the worst of times. God bless France!"

Lee Chang-dong and others were laughing happily.

He started by mentioning the name of the movie he made, which was good. Francois mentioned "Joint Security Area" in his speech, which caused a commotion among many people at the scene.

But movies are movies, and they have little substantive relationship with politics.

Next, it’s time for dinner.

After the speech, the award ceremony officially began with a burst of music.

Who will laugh last will be revealed soon.

The first award announced was Best Actor.

James Spader, Sex, Lies, and Videotape.

When Wim revealed the list, there was applause.

Some are disappointed, some are happy.

This award is quite important.

The second award is Best Actress.

Meryl Streep in "Someone Called Me".

Many people may not know the name alone, but if you mention "The Devil Wears Prada", everyone will know it.

Awards were presented one by one, and time passed slowly.

Li Renyong began to get nervous and his right leg began to shake unnaturally.

"Ayong, are you nervous? Would you like a drink?"

Her bag contained a lot of snacks and drinks that were easy to carry.

Li Renyong shook his head and said, "No need..."

Before he finished speaking, the host said, "Who will win the Best Screenwriter Award?"

After whetting people's appetite, he said, "Li Renyong's "Joint Security Area"!"

There was thunderous applause.

Zheng Nanzhu clapped her hands until they turned red, and she felt happier than if she had won the award herself.

"Ayong, you won the award, come on stage quickly."

Li Renyong stood up and walked towards the stage.

The host first made a good-natured joke about his age, and then asked about his creative experience.

After that, Li Renyong began to thank this and that.

After a set of procedures, he walked off the stage.

Next is the Grand Jury Prize, the second-best award after the Palme d'Or.

A total of three films won the award.

"Cinema Paradiso" / "You Don't Deserve Her" / "Sex, Lies, and Videotape"

Li Renyong likes to watch Cinema Paradiso and once cried while watching it.

In the end, only the Palme d'Or remained.

The lights in the hall suddenly dimmed, leaving only a beam of light in the center of the stage.

The scene was so quiet that one could almost hear people's heartbeats.

Whether you can be exempted from military service depends on this moment.

Zheng Nanzhu beside her clasped her hands together and prayed.

"Finally, the winner of this year's Cannes Film Festival Palme d'Or is..."

The host's voice echoed in the silence.

"Lee Chang-dong! 'Joint Security Area'!"

The applause exploded like thunder, and the whole hall was boiling in an instant.

Li Renyong stood there in a daze until Zheng Nanzhu gently pushed him.

Everyone on the crew had a different situation.

Lee Chang-dong's eyes turned red, and Song Kang-ho and several other actors jumped for joy.

As a new actor, he won an international award for his first film.

No matter where you go, there will be no shortage of film offers.

(End of this chapter)