Entertainment 2000: Supporting female stars will bring you a hundredfold return

Chapter 162 Blame Me for Being Too Excellent (Subscribe)

Shanghai International Film Festival.

As its name suggests, internationalization is very serious.

The sixteen films participating in the competition come from twelve countries.

If it weren’t for Tang Wen’s sudden emergence, he would have been nominated for two movies, "Coffee Time" and "Hidden in the Dust".

So there are actually only two domestic films shortlisted.

One is "Life Show", the other is "Facing Life"

The same number of films as South Korea were nominated.

The chairman of the jury, director Li Qiankuan, stated in advance during an interview with the media: "There will definitely not be a double yolk in the Golden Goblet Awards."

At the award ceremony, Tang Wen dealt with the enthusiastic female stars.

Together with Tang Wei, Zhou Xun and Zhao Benshan, I sat in the second row.

Except for Tang Wen who looked relaxed, the other three were all a little yearning for the award and looked nervous.

Among the hosts on stage was Zhang Guoli, with whom Tang Wen had worked before.

The two became acquainted on the show "A World Without Thieves", and Tang Wen became famous again.

Zhang Guoli couldn't help but want to interact with him.

"Director Tang, are you nervous? Your crew has been nominated for major awards."

Tang Wen signed up for two movies early on.

Best Actress, Best Actor, Best Director, Best Film.

Nominated for four awards.

Among them, Tang Wei and Zhou Xun are still competitors for the Best Actress award.

The staff handed over the microphone, and Tang Wen smiled and said, "It would be a lie to say I wasn't nervous. But how nervous I was, Mr. Guoli, you will know in the future."

Questioning and interaction is a temporary link.

No correct words.

After hearing what Tang Wen said, many people became a little curious.

Zhang Guoli's partner, the famous host Dong Qing, took over the conversation: "Director Tang Wen means that he thinks that Mr. Guoli will be nominated for the Golden Goblet Award in the future?"

"Sister Qing is right." Tang Wen took the opportunity to advertise: "Teacher Guo Li and I collaborated on A World Without Thieves. Teacher Guo Li played the thief king in it. His performance was quite amazing."

Zhang Guoli joked: "Director Tang, when you say that, it seems like I am very suitable to play the role of the thief king."

Dong Qing smiled and asked, "Is it suitable?"

Tang Wen hesitated for a moment and said, "It's not a question of whether he is suitable or not. Teacher Guoli is a rare... Well, Sister Qing, you are so close to Teacher Guoli, please keep an eye on your phone and wallet."

"Hahahaha"

There was laughter from both the stage and the audience.

"Director Tang is really humorous."

Zhang Guoli smiled bitterly: "Dong Qing, I really don't have this habit. Don't be fooled by Director Tang's handsome appearance, he is actually a bad guy!"

Dong Qing looked at the handsome Tang Wen in the audience, and then at Zhang Guoli who looked sincere beside him.

With a slight sense of caution, he took half a step away from Zhang Guoli.

Zhang Guoli covered his heart, looking hurt.

Everyone laughed.

Dong Qing had good control over the situation. He did not explain, but asked the entertainment industry crowd and the audience who bought tickets to enter the venue: "Who do you think I should believe? Director Tang Wen or Teacher Guo Li?"

People in the entertainment industry just smiled and said nothing.

The audience in the back row shouted in unison: "Trust Tang Wen, trust Director Tang."

Dong Qing spread his hands and said, "Look, Mr. Guoli, this is the voice of the masses."

Zhang Guoli sighed, touched his face and said, "Compared to Director Tang, I am at a disadvantage on the face."

"Haha, you're at a disadvantage then."

After the joke, the place became lively.

Officially entering the award ceremony,

The best music went to the Japanese.

In the blink of an eye, it was time to present the Best Actress award.

Tang Wei, Zhou Xun, Tao Hong, and several other nominated actresses were all nervous.

Tang Wen's hand was so painful from being gripped by Tang Wei.

"Zhou Xun!"

"Congratulations Zhou Xun!"

Master Zhou covered his mouth and his eyes instantly turned red.

After the movie!

The Golden Goblet Award in Shanghai, the best actress at an international A-class film festival.

I got it!

It was as if something had hit my heart.

The surrounding noise and cheers turned into a huge buzz in her ears.

Until Tang Wen patted her hands, stood up and hugged her.

Zhou Xun came back to his senses again.

"Is it really me?"

Tang Wen leaned close to her ear and said, "I've given you the title of International Film Queen. Don't ask me for it again."

Zhou Xun shuddered, completely regaining his former spirit, and repeatedly denied: "No, that doesn't count. I want the three major European awards, and Oscar is fine too."

"I think you look like Oscar!" Tang Wen glared at her secretly.

When the camera panned over, he quickly regained his serious expression.

He smiled and clapped, looking happy for his good brother.

Tang Wei shook his body slightly, let go of Tang Wen's hand, and tried to make his smile more natural.

Cai Yinong, who was sitting in the back row, sighed and leaned heavily on the chair behind him.

It would be great if I could win another Best Actress award.

Zhou Xun hugged several people in succession, then walked onto the stage with his head held high.

Tang Wei leaned lightly on Tang Wen's shoulder, and did not hide when the camera came over.

Tang Wen would not hide. As a director, isn't it normal for him to comfort the beautiful actress who is feeling sad?

The main reason was that he was afraid that if he hid, Tang Wei would bite him to death at night.

On the stage, Zhou Xun received the trophy, tears in her eyes due to excitement.

Offstage, Tang Wen put his arm around Tang Wei's shoulders, looking like a boyfriend comforting his girlfriend.

Many female stars looked at the new film queen who was promoted by Tang Wen on the stage.

Then he looked at the Tokyo Film Queen in the audience who was being comforted by him with her arm around her shoulders. For a moment, he didn't know which one to envy.

"Isn't Zhou Xun the second best actress promoted by Director Tang?"

"Why not?"

"Director Tang really has the box office to his name and the awards to his name!"

He is rich, talented and so handsome that it makes people unable to close their legs.

Which female star wouldn't want to get close to a director like this?
The award ceremony was broadcast live on television.

In the crew of "Empress Dowager Cialis", Jia Jingwen was jealous when she saw Zhou Xun winning the award.

After thinking for a while, I edited the text message and sent it: "Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations to the actress you supported behind the scenes for winning the Best Actress award!"

She didn't know the relationship between Zhou Xun and Tang Wen, but she understood men.

Zhou Xun is beautiful and passionate, it would be strange if Director Tang could control himself.

As for Zhou Xun having a boyfriend.

Hi!
Jia Jingwen understands so well.

Sometimes, for some people, having a boyfriend is a plus.

What, why does she know so much?

"Well," Jia Jingwen said, "I have a friend."

Huo Siyan, who was in the same crew, was much more direct:

"Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations, Your Majesty! Can I bring back the Queen's phoenix robe and crown next time?"

Her desire to improve couldn't be more obvious.

All I can say is that every maid in the harem actually wants to be the queen.

Yu Feihong watched the live broadcast, curled her lips and posted: "Congratulations to Director Tang for winning another Best Actress!"

She knew that Tang Wen and Zhou Xun had nothing to do with each other.

But we also know that Tang Wen is most likely related to the Tokyo Film Queen whom he hugged to comfort her.

Think about myself. I have been in the industry for a longer time, but I don’t have any major awards.

I couldn't help but say a few more sour words.

Zeng Li is still in the crew. Her role is relatively scattered, so she will stay longer.

She was talking on the phone with her best friend Hu Jing while watching the award ceremony.

Hu Jing's voice came from the phone: "Wow! Director Tang is really amazing. Zhou Xun is not much older than us, right?"

Her tone was full of envy.

When Zeng Li saw Tang Wei leaning on Tang Wen's shoulder, she inexplicably felt uncomfortable as if a thorn had been stuck in her heart.

What's their relationship?
It's not good to be so intimate...

"Li Zi, Li Zi, what are you doing? I've called you several times."

Zeng Li blurted out: "What do you think is the relationship between Tang Wen and Tang Wei?"

"Relationship? It doesn't matter, right?" Hu Jing said carelessly, "If it does matter, you shouldn't be shy when the camera is looking at you. This is obviously to comfort people. Lizi, why do you care about this? Why, are you also fascinated by my boyfriend?"

Zeng Li: "...Ah, yes, yes, I am counting how many rivals I have."

"There's no rival in love, he has remained chaste for me!
Zeng Li sighed silently: "I wish I were as happy as you."

"What do you mean? Li Zi! Are you saying that I'm heartless? Humph, wait until you come back and see how I'll deal with you." Zhou Xun walked down with the trophy in his arms, hugged Tang Wen openly, and gave him a big hug.

She was wearing a dress, revealing a patch of snow-white chest.

After hugging for a while, Tang Wen felt no emotion at all.

I patted her shoulder, and it still felt a little uncomfortable.

"Eat more. You're so thin."

"What do you know? Looks good on camera."

Tang Wen shrugged and let her go.

It doesn't hurt me anyway, so only those who feel the pain know it.

"The winner of Best Actor is Colin Farrell for Hart's War"

Wow.

There was some commotion in the venue.

Some people have seen this movie, and those who have seen it think that Colin's acting skills are not as good as Zhao Benshan's performance in "Hidden in the Dust".

Those who haven’t seen it may be surprised. How could this foreign actor’s role be better than that of Ma Youtie who played Zhao Benshan?

Tang Wen glanced at Lao Zhao, but instead of offering any comfort, he simply frowned undisguisedly.

No one even pretended to applaud.

He also felt that there was something wrong with the way the award was given.

Zhao Benshan won the Venice Film Festival Best Actor Award for his performance in "Into the Dust".

He plays a farmer.

He himself was born into a peasant family and has rich experience and knowledge of rural life.

Who can beat him in the field where he excels?
How good must Colin Farrell's acting skills be to have stepped on him to get to the top?
Zhao Benshan had seen many big scenes, so he did not show any sense of loss.

Seeing that Tang Wen didn't applaud, he quickly reminded Zhou Xun: "Brother, I'm content whether there is a prize or not. We have to congratulate our foreign friends."

Tang Wen then patted it a few times perfunctorily.

Next was the Best Director award, which was given to David Caesar from Australia.

When he went on stage to receive the award, the audience was buzzing with discussion.

This director started out as a documentary filmmaker. His international fame cannot be said to be small, but it can be said to be almost non-existent.

He actually beat Tang Wen, who had two works shortlisted.

It's really surprising.

Tang Wen didn't care.

If President Han was not on the jury, it would not matter whether he came to the film festival or not.

He calmly called the system in his heart.

After Zhou Xun was banned, does it need to return profits again?
The system was silent for a long time.

As if fixing a bug, he responded coldly:

[In view of the fact that female artist Zhou Xun won the Best Actress Award at the A-level film festival for "Hidden in the Dust", and comprehensively judging the current influence of the film festival, a one-time cashback of 500 million will be added]

Even if you don’t get the prize, it’s okay to get the money.

Just a little less money.

I remember that when "Hidden in the Dust" was taken off the screen, Zhou Xun brought in a cashback of 40 million.

Now that I have won the prize, the cashback is only one eighth of my original amount.

This amount of money, converted into US dollars, is less than one million.

After a quick calculation, Tang Wen gave up the idea of ​​participating in more film festivals to earn gold coins.

Influential film festivals don’t give out awards casually.

Small regional film festivals are also protected by the local area.

The awards ceremony will definitely give priority to local films.

Participation does not guarantee winning of a prize.

It's not worth it to get a reputation as an award-grabber just for the sake of a little money!

"…The Golden Goblet Award Special Jury Award goes to the film Coffee Time, directed by Tang Wen. Please welcome Director Tang Wen."

There were voices of congratulations all around.

Tang Wen stood up, hugged the two girls beside him, and shook his head secretly: Isn't the meaning of dividing the cake too obvious?

A master at keeping things balanced.

He didn't particularly care about the Special Jury Award.

To put it nicely, it's called the second grand prize.

It's actually a consolation prize.

As expected, the next Best Picture award will have nothing to do with Tang Wen.

The chairman of the jury came on stage and announced that the final winner was "Life Show"

Tao Hong, Pan Yueming and others surrounded director Huo Jianqi and cheered.

The grand prize went to "Life Show", which was a recognition of all the performers.

Tang Wen had no interest in attending the following party.

After saying hello to Han Sanping, he left early with Tang Wei.

The two returned home and played a racing game.

The neon lights of the Magic City are dazzling.

Even late at night when there are few cars on the road, the lights will not be turned off.

From the first half of the night to the early morning, Tang Wen had a great time.

Tang Wei also completely got rid of the regret of not winning the award.

Before going to bed, Tang Wen opened the text messages and checked them one by one.

The text messages from his family expressed happiness, encouragement, and pride in him.

Only the second sister secretly reminded her younger brother to take care of his health at the end of the text message.

Tang Wen replied to a group of women with whom he had a close relationship, just like flipping through cards.

Fatty Fan: "Brother is the best."

He replied: "Thank you, sister. I will help you win awards in the next one."

Then there are Gao Yuanyuan, Dong Xuan, Li Xiaoran...

You also have to reply to text messages from ordinary stars.

However, group messaging is fine.

Anyway, their congratulations are all the same clichés.

If the winner tonight was not Tang Wen, but some other director, these people's words would not change much...

The next day.

Shanghai Film Group.

Mr. Han, Mr. Ren, and Tang Wen were drinking tea in the office.

Mr. Ren: "You, Zhao Benshan didn't win the award yesterday, and you looked unhappy. This morning, many media outlets were talking about this."

"It's really surprising!" Tang Wen took a sip of tea.

Han San commented: "Lao Zhao's acting was good, but his image as the king of sketches is too deeply rooted in people's hearts.

In addition, this movie won him the Best Actor Award at the Venice Film Festival, so the jury had concerns.

I was afraid that if I gave him the Best Actor award, the media would say we were following the trend of Venice and had no opinions of our own.”

Tang Wen smiled and asked, "What did the media say today? Did they scold you?"

"Of course I scolded him. I felt sorry for Lao Zhao. I said the judges were masters of dividing pork and keeping balance."

"Since we'll be scolded anyway, we might as well give the position to Lao Zhao."

It is not difficult to understand the thoughts of the film festival jury.

It's nothing more than wanting the Golden Goblet Award winner to step on the Venice Golden Lion Award winner to reach the top.

To some extent, it can be said that the judging criteria of the Golden Goblet Awards are even higher than those of Venice!
Of course, they thought so.

I am afraid that few filmmakers at home and abroad would recognize this point.

Tang Wen didn't say anything harsh. After all, the influence of the Golden Goblet Awards was just that.

Winning the award or not doesn't make much difference to him.

Changing the subject, the three began talking about the film reform policies that were being implemented.

Specifically, it is good for Tang Wen and the producers.

First, private capital is allowed to invest in cinema chains.

In addition, the share that theaters give to producers will increase by several percentage points.

From less than 40% to about 45%.

Big directors like Tang Wen have more advantages and can negotiate profit sharing with theaters individually.

After all, his movies are box office hits.

"That's great," Tang Wen said with a smile, "A World Without Thieves and Infernal Affairs 2 have been edited and are about to be released."

"Uh, are you planning to release both films at the same time?" Han Sanping put down his teacup.

"Let's go one step ahead."

Han Sanping smiled bitterly and shook his head: "I'm afraid that won't work."

"What?"

"Of course I want you to be in it, too. But these two are big movies. If they are squeezed into the summer season together, other movies will have no chance of selling tickets."

As the future head of China Film, he has to take the overall situation into consideration.

I can only say that Tang Wen is simply too good.

Being too good is sometimes a sin.

Easy to be envied.

(End of this chapter)