Chinese Entertainment: Academic Director

Chapter 338: Recognize
On the way back, Wang Quan'an appeared very excited.

He kept talking to Yu Nan the whole way, as if he had endless things to say, completely ignoring Yu Nan's feelings.

Back in his hotel room, Yu Nan suddenly said, "Is there a good chance of winning the Golden Bear this time?"

Wang Quan nodded without hesitation, laughed, and said, "There is a very good chance. Xi'an Film Studio is already working on it, and many officials from the film festival have agreed to help."

He patted Yu Nan's hand and said excitedly, "Cao Yang also promised that the jury will only submit 'Tuya's Marriage' to the Golden Bear nominee list."

Yu Nan had just been testing the waters, but she hadn't expected Wang Quan'an to completely disregard her feelings, offering no comfort and no remorse whatsoever.

Most importantly, this man she had been with for eight years made his decision without consulting her or even waiting another night.

Yu Nan stared blankly at Wang Quan'an, who was dancing with his hands and feet. He was a little dazed and unfamiliar. Was this the man he had been with for more than eight years?

I think I'm pretty sure I'll win the Golden Bear, right?
Otherwise, why would he have given up his Berlin Best Actress award so easily?

Still clinging to a sliver of hope, Yu Nan couldn't help but ask again, "Can you be 80% sure?"

80% certain!

This is Yu Nan giving himself a way out.

If you're 80% sure, it's worth giving up the Berlin Best Actress award for the Golden Bear, right?
Regarding this question, Wang Quan thought for a moment and said, "Director Cao said that there are too many factors to consider in determining who will win the Golden Bear, and there's probably no chance of being 80% sure, but maybe 60% or 70%?"

After that, he considered it very seriously for a while, then laughed and said, "Xi'an Film Studio said they are 30% or 40% confident, and with Director Cao's support, I think we are at least 60% confident."

To have a 60-70% chance of success with 22 films is already quite an achievement, definitely worth the gamble.

Yu Nan forced a smile, but felt a chill run through her heart, followed by an intense sense of loss.

I'm 60% sure!

very impressive!

Congratulations! I hope you get what you want.

Yu Nan comforted himself, thinking that with a 60% chance of getting to know someone properly, he could consider it a win, right?
Even so, she still wished the man well, hoping he would get what he wanted.

"Come on, let's go take a bath together since we're happy today."

Wang Quan'an said with a smile.

Yu Nan pursed her lips, trying to make her smile more natural, and said, "I'm tired. The film festival opens tomorrow, and I have to get up early, change clothes, walk the red carpet... There's a lot to do. I should go to sleep early."

Wang Quan thought about it and realized that was indeed the case.

"Yes, yes, get some rest. You absolutely cannot make a mistake on the red carpet; it's extremely important."

The 57th Berlin International Film Festival opened on February 8.

Many big names from Hollywood attended the opening ceremony of this year's Berlin Film Festival.

Angelina Jolie, Robert De Niro, Matt Damon, George Clooney, Tobey Maguire, Cate Blanchett, Jennifer Lopez, Antonio Banderas...

All of them have come.

With the addition of Depp and Charlize Theron, it's safe to say that Hollywood's biggest stars have gathered here.

As a result, the opening ceremony red carpet was exceptionally lively, with a large number of movie fans who had received advance notice coming, and the media presence reaching a peak not seen in the last decade or so.

Seeing the massive crowd, Berlin Film Festival director Dieter Kosslick couldn't stop smiling. He truly believed that inviting Cao Yang to serve as the jury president was an incredibly wise decision.

The influx of Hollywood stars brings more than just an increase in movie fans and media; most importantly, it brings broadcasting rights and higher viewership.

Cao Yang, along with all members of the jury, made an appearance at the film festival opening ceremony, and he also delivered a welcome speech together with Dieter Kosslick, the president of the Berlin Film Festival.

The judging panel will appear to be quite busy in the next few days.

Because for all films nominated for the main competition, if it is their premiere, someone from the jury must be present.

The premiere of "Tuya's Marriage" is scheduled for February 10th, which is relatively early.

On the day of the premiere, a lot of people came. Cao Yang brought all the members of the jury, which seemed to give Wang Quan'an a lot of face.

The organizing committee also gave "Tuya's Marriage" a lot of face, arranging a large hall for over 800 people. Wang Quan'an didn't involve Cao Yang in this matter, presumably because Xi'an Film Studio's connections played a role.

Li Yu also brought Jiang Yiyan and Tong Dawei with her.

Yu Nan stood on the red carpet with Wang Quan'an, greeting everyone. She was smiling more naturally, probably because she had let go of the past and her heart had calmed down.

The premiere date for "Apple" was later, scheduled for February 16.

Compared to "Tuya's Marriage", Li Yu is much less impressive.

Originally, the organizing committee scheduled the premiere of "Apple" for 11:40 a.m., which was a very bad time slot, as it was lunchtime and the attendance rate would definitely not be high.

Li Yu didn't have many connections in Berlin. The only person she could ask for help from, and who could guarantee she could resolve the issue well, was Cao Yang.

Cao Yang asked the organizing committee to adjust the premiere time of "Apple" to 3 pm.

This is a very good golden time.

Li Yu was genuinely grateful to Cao Yang.

For the premiere of "Apple", Cao Yang brought all the members of the jury with him as usual.

Liang Jiahui and Jin Yanling also arrived before the film premiere. Li Yu, along with the four main actors, greeted everyone on the red carpet.

Wang Quan'an brought Yu Nan along. Li Yu went to support him, so of course he had to come.

Just like the rumors, Liang Jiahui is very humble. He shook hands with Cao Yang using both hands, but his Mandarin is a bit too ordinary.

After attending this premiere, there was only one day left until the film festival's closing ceremony.

"Director Li, can we wait for the notification to stay?"

Tong Dawei couldn't help but ask Li Yu.

Liang Jiahui and Jin Yanling perked up and looked over with anticipation.

Jiang Yiyan also looked at Li Yu with anticipation.

"Haha, I don't know either, everyone should just take it easy."

That evening, Li Yu was chatting with Jiang Yiyan in her room when she told her that the movie was likely to win an award.

Li Yu attributed all the credit to Cao Yang and, instead of letting her choose the awards, directly told Jiang Yiyan that the film was originally not going to win any awards, but Director Cao would probably try to get one for it.

Then, she mysteriously told Jiang Yiyan that Director Cao would probably give her a Silver Bear for Best New Actress because of her status as a graduate of the Beijing Film Academy.

Then, he jokingly teased Jiang Yiyan, "Yanzi, I don't need to tell you how to repay Director Cao, do I?"

Jiang Yiyan's heart pounded rapidly. She had a good relationship with Li Yu, so she jokingly teased Li Yu, "Sister Yu, if you had thought of this earlier and done it yourself, wouldn't you have had a chance to win the grand prize this time?"

Upon hearing Jiang Yiyan's words, Li Yu was taken aback. Thinking of Cao Yang's handsome appearance and excellent inner qualities, her heart skipped a beat.

Damn it, I'm not that old, only in my early thirties, not much older than Cao Yang. Maybe I could...

Pshaw, what are you thinking? Director Cao isn't that kind of person.

The two women were laughing and joking around, but unlike their relaxed demeanor, Wang Quan'an was filled with anxiety and uncertainty.

The film festival closing ceremony is in one day, and Xi'an Film Studio still hasn't given him any definite news.

Logically, the Golden Bear Award should have been decided by now, so why hasn't any news come out yet?

Even with Xi'an Film Studio's connections, they still couldn't get the news.

Wang Quan couldn't help but want to call Cao Yang to ask, but in the end he held back.

Making a phone call at this time would make me seem naive and lacking in shrewdness.

Forget it, I'll wait another day.

(End of this chapter)