Fooling Huayu for Thirty Years

Chapter 120 International Film Queen? Just a trophy!
"Please respect yourself!"

"I'm sorry, I went too far."

Ma Xun admitted that his sudden leg touching was a very greasy behavior.

But he did it on purpose.

As an international film queen and top actress like Gong Li, she definitely has many very appropriate ways to handle things.

Instead of directly scolding with words.

This fully illustrates the point.

Her heart was already in a panic to a certain extent!

So Ma Xun took advantage and ran away.

“I don’t think there’s any need to watch this movie.”

"you……"

"I'll go my own way, you can continue."

Gong Li didn't say much, but when Ma Xun left, she left too.

"The Assassination of Qin" has not ended yet, and many viewers still want to curse it a little more.

Most of the people who came to watch the movie were international students, and everyone was really looking forward to this movie.

What a great thing you said before.

Who would have thought that they would trick us into coming in and kill us.

Many viewers have only one sentence in their minds.

Director Chen! You deserve to die!
After coming out of the cinema, Ma Xun was not in a hurry to leave.

Gong Li was calling for a taxi.

But she seized the moment when the two were about to go their separate ways.

"Are you waiting for her?"

"of course."

"It seems that Chen Hong has developed very well in the past two years."

"Ms. Gong Li, are you trying to say that her success is due to me?"

"Did you help her?"

When Gong Li asked this question, he stared at Ma Xun.

She felt that if the previous situation continued, Ma Xun probably would still not tell the truth.

"Of course!" Ma Xun was very direct this time.

At the same time, he also gave the international film queen a smile.

Who else could it be but me?
At this moment, Gong Li felt suppressed by the opponent.

Fortunately, the car she called arrived.

Ma Xun looked at the car going away and a playful smile appeared on his face.

This woman has been trying hard to cover up and to act cool.

I always want to maintain the dignified and graceful aura of a movie queen.

It’s a pity that many flaws have been revealed in front of me.

If we say that the relationship between the two was acting before.

Ma Xun's acting skills are indeed not as good as Gong Li's.

He admitted it, he was the suppressed party.

But now, offense and defense have changed!
It's more like a game of cat and mouse, and Ma Xun is the cat.

Not long after, Sister Hong came out of the cinema.

"Is the movie over?"

Ma Xun vaguely remembered that this "The Assassination of Qin" took quite a while, especially the current version.

Sister Hong gave an expression that said, "What a crappy movie! I just can't stand it any longer."

Ma Xun smiled, "Do you have enough confidence now?"

When it comes to this confidence, Sister Hong certainly understands, but her answer is very conservative.

"If this movie can win an award, then there must be something fishy going on, but..."

She didn't say the next "but what".

But of course Ma Xun understood.

Sister Hong still thinks that this movie "The Assassination of Qin" will achieve something at the box office.

Only professionals would think this way.

The more professional you are, the more you know that there are many factors that affect the box office of a movie.

There are many bad movies that end up with high box office.

Apart from anything else, the investor of this "The Assassination of Qin" is Kadokawa Shoten.

It is also a powerful force in Japan.

With such a huge investment, there will definitely be many theaters scheduling screenings.

Our film "That Mountain" was only released in one theater.

If we compare the box office, it’s no wonder that Sister Qing lacks confidence.

Of course Ma Xun just smiled and said nothing.

The two of them just go back.

Taxis in Tokyo are very expensive, but there is no other way, they can only take a taxi.

Not long after getting on the bus...

"Ok?"

"what happened?"

"Tell me the truth, did you run into that bitch Gong Li?"

"How did you know?"

It was obvious that Ma Xun didn't deny it.

But Sister Hong got angry immediately.

"I knew it! You smell like her!"

When she was angry, she really looked like a little girl with all her energy.

Ma Xun smiled nonchalantly, "Why is your nose so good? Are you born in the year of the dog?"

There was nothing wrong with this remark, it was just a joke.

But it seems like Sister Hong just can’t take a joke this time.

"Ma Xun! I'm telling you, I'm angry!"

After saying that, she crossed her arms and didn't look at him.

Ma Xun felt so helpless.

Is this kind of plot supposed to happen in their relationship?
Young couple having conflict?

They weren’t a couple originally!

Isn’t it a cooperative relationship that is frequently connected because of interests?

"It was just a chance encounter." Ma Xun felt that this explanation was enough.

As for the fact that I later watched a movie with Gong Li, let’s not talk about that.

If we include this as well, then the more we explain, the more unclear it becomes.

Unexpectedly, Sister Qing was acting very strange today.

"Humph!"

A cold snort, and then it was gone.

Ma Xun really didn't understand the situation, but he wouldn't explain any more.

You should be clear about what our relationship is.

I have to admit that this guy is really as hard-hearted as iron.

That's how it was. After returning to the hotel, there was still no connection.

……

"Ms. Liu Xiaoqing, what do you think of the movie "The Emperor and the Assassin"?"

"I won't say anything now, so you better stop interviewing me."

"Ms. Liu, you seem to be in a bad mood."

"I'm not talking to you."

"What is that for?"

"Oh, don't ask any more questions."

Of course the judges will go to watch the screening.

After the movie was over, Liu Xiaoqing was surrounded by reporters.

In fact, this kind of behavior is very bad.

But this time, quite a few domestic journalists came, and they really had a sense of lawlessness.

As a result, Aunt Xiaoqing was annoyed.

But is this a slap in the face to them?

It's really not for them reporters.

It was obvious that Liu Xiaoqing had just watched a terrible movie, and she couldn't leave early.

I can’t say much about this now. She is a judge and has to keep it confidential.

It's so painful.

These reporters immediately started to think divergently.

You, Liu Xiaoqing, are targeting us!
You, Liu Xiaoqing, have read our previous reports, in which we exposed your ugly deal with Director Chen!

My goodness, the following report is simply unbearable to watch.

But no matter what, the screening of "The Emperor and the Assassin" has already taken place, and the first wave of film reviews are about to come out.

……

"The scene is extremely grand! The shaking of the camera gives people a strong sense of oppression..."

"I felt like I was being punished for more than three hours!"

“What’s the point of this movie?”

"Why? Why on earth? I just can't understand this movie."

Of course, the judges cannot express their opinions directly, but Director Chen is a well-known director.

Many Japanese directors have expressed their opinions on this film.

There are indeed people who flatter!
But, there is no problem with the grand scene.

Japanese movies have always been more detail-oriented and aesthetic.

Let’s just say it’s also a big-scale movie.

"Kagemusha" by Akira Kurosawa and "Heaven and Earth" by Haruki Kadokawa.

Even if he is a very excellent ghostwriter.

But the big scenes weren't shot very well.

Especially Akira Kurosawa, it is said that he collected all the horses in Japan for the movie "Kagemusha".

Many wealthy people have loaned out their beloved horses.

But it was quite chaotic during the shoot, and the horse battle was a mess.

Kurosawa was not satisfied, but Toho was about to cry.

Many horses were injured. Once a horse is injured, even if it does not die, its value will be greatly reduced.

The wealthy couldn't stand it and denounced Toho and Kurosawa in various ways!

Finally a lawsuit was filed.

The film "Heaven and Earth" is more aesthetic.

Having learned from previous mistakes and at the request of some others, this film contains almost no blood or gore.

That is to say, neither of these two films has that sense of grandeur.

The opening scene of "The Assassination of Qin" includes the chariot battle and other scenes.

There is something that should be said.

But, that's all there is to it.

As for the rest, it's really confusing, and the plot is very confusing.

No one may understand it till now.

With such reputation, how does Director Chen react?

"Teacher Chen, there aren't many good reviews nowadays."

Gong Li is still very active. She is considered one of the first victims.

She had seen the movie herself, and it completely overturned her worldview.

I never thought that a famous director could make such a messy movie.

Director Chen snorted coldly, "What do they know!"

When Gong Li heard this, he felt bad, but he still tried his best.

"Teacher Chen, we should move around. If the judges can't understand, then we should..."

This was meant as an advice.

But Director Chen interrupted directly, "If they don't understand! Then they are not qualified judges! They don't understand movies at all!"

Good guy, really good guy.

Gong Li was totally at her wit's end. She knew how stubborn this famous director was and it was useless to try to persuade him.

But there is still the movie box office to take care of.

"Teacher Chen, our film has started to be screened. We should go out more often and meet more fans."

That should be fine.

As planned before, the Tokyo Film Festival will be the premiere, and now the premiere is over the public screening has begun.

We, the main creators, should meet with fans more often.

It's good for the box office.

But unexpectedly, Director Chen remained stubborn and unyielding.

"What's there to see? I can't get along with them!"

This... Gong Li is totally helpless.

You keep this piece of junk for yourself!

But just as he was about to leave, Director Chen stopped Gong Li and said, "Have you thought about that? If we get together, it will definitely shock the world."

Gong Li certainly knew what "that thing" he was referring to.

But looking at the conversation between them just now, where is the slightest bit of affection?

At this moment, Gong Li even felt like vomiting.

"Let me think about it again."

After all, this is Director Chen, he has resources and fame.

It is true that Gong Li is a movie queen, but she is just an actress.

Comparing the two, Director Chen has the advantage.

But do you really consider it?
Go to hell!
……

Ten days later.

The Tokyo Film Festival has come to its closing ceremony.

After all the film screenings are over, the program guides will give ratings and film critics will write reviews.

A lot of them were also done.

What movies are likely to win awards?

Those who are knowledgeable about this probably see it clearly.

In fact, the quality of movies released this year is much higher than that of last year.

For example, Guy Ritchie's Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels.

This movie has received very high reviews so far, and people really like the black humor in it.

There are some interesting details as well.

For example, the girl was wearing clothes that looked similar to the sofa and she curled up in the sofa.

It's really hard to notice.

Later, this girl had a big outburst that affected the direction of the plot.

Interestingly, the audience did not find it offensive.

Because we are also surprised when we watch movies.

Huh? There's another person here?
This design is very reasonable and interesting.

And there's another really good movie.

"Open Your Eyes", a co-production between Spain, France and Italy.

The heroine is Penelope Cruise.

After watching this movie, Ma Xun felt that it was indeed a movie with something to offer.

It tells a story about a dream.

It's like a dream within a dream.

But it was packaged as a mental illness treatment and also had a sci-fi twist.

It is easy for Ma Xun to think of the later "Inception" and "Shutter Island".

This movie is difficult to understand. When you watch it for the first time, you might think that it is just a love dispute and a handsome guy is cheating on his wife.

Later, this handsome guy became disfigured and became mentally ill.

Let’s not talk about these anymore.

Now it’s the closing ceremony, which means the time is up!

"Sister Hong, I don't need to teach you what to do."

"of course."

The relationship between Ma Xun and Sister Qing has been quite interesting during this period.

They seem to be in a cold war.

Anyway, no one cares about anyone else.

But Ma Xun is not used to bad habits.

If you don't talk to me, I won't talk to you.

Sister Hong has such a bad temper...she can take it out on others.

And so it has come to this day.

And now...

"Ma Xun, you are too hard-hearted!"

Sister Hong still had some complaints, but obviously, she had given in.

Ma Xun joked again, "You know me. I am much harder than my heart."

After hearing this, Sister Hong burst out laughing.

"Just be bad!"

After saying that, our director Chen embarked on his journey.

She will attend the closing ceremony of the Tokyo Film Festival today.

You also have to dress up.

Today is her good day.

From today onwards, she, Chen Hong, may very well be the real Director Chen!

Ma Xun looked at this quiet and dignified beauty.

I couldn't help but pinch his butt.

"Congratulations in advance, my great Director Chen!"

“Does this count as popping the champagne in advance?”

The two of them burst into laughter.

……

On the red carpet.

International film queen Gong Li walks with confidence.

She was wearing a bright red deep V long skirt today, with a mink shawl over it.

Matching her figure and expression.

Grand and noble.

It was like a queen inspecting her subjects.

But she knew it in her heart.

Today's award ceremony is really...

Forget it, Gong Li has tried his best.

And when she finished walking on the red carpet, she immediately discovered that there was a woman behind her.

Chen Hong!

This little slut is pretty awesome too.

It must be admitted.

Chen Hong is also very beautiful.

It is exactly the opposite of Gong Li.

One is the majestic beauty of the north, the other is the graceful beauty of the south of the Yangtze River.

Both styles are top beauties.

But now they collided in Tokyo.

What kind of sparks will be created?
"Sister Gong Li."

"younger sister."

“Congratulations in advance on your winning.”

"Thank you very much, but I have to remind you that sometimes it's better to act less. Your acting skills are really bad."

The two spoke in low voices, just enough to make sure the other person could hear them.

But when Chen Hong heard these words, she laughed.

She has a very beautiful smile.

Didn't even fight back.

But the more she did this, the angrier Gong Li felt.

Gong Li understood that she was the one who lost.

She broke down first.

But no matter what, we still have to get through this closing ceremony.

Gong Li was prepared, but she never expected it.

The closing ceremony of these several hours is also the award ceremony.

It’s much harder than I imagined!

……

Ma Xun did not attend the closing ceremony.

But he knew the result.

Usually there is a cocktail party after the film festival.

It is to allow participating film producers to come and discuss business.

Ma Xun drove a car today.

He rented this a few days ago.

It's too expensive to take a taxi all the time, and renting a car is much more convenient.

If you have a driver's license, you can drive in Japan as long as you have a notarized translation.

And this car, of course, is not prepared for Sister Qing.

She is attending an international film festival this time, so she has to rent a luxury car.

Ma Xun parked his car near the cultural center of Shibuya.

He was actually waiting for his prey.

After the award ceremony was over, many people left, and some time passed...

Prey appears.

Gong Li walked on the streets of Shibuya, holding a pair of high heels in one hand and looking tired.

failure!

A complete failure!
The movie "The Assassination of Qin" did not win any awards.

She still clearly remembers Director Chen's expression.

This idiot still has an angry look on his face, and must be thinking: You guys don’t understand my movie!
Gong Li couldn't help feeling sick when he thought about this.

This is more than the first or second time she has worked with Director Chen, so she actually has a good idea of what kind of person this guy is.

So, this guy is hopeless.

Of course, she had no interest in the cocktail party that followed because she could see that woman Chen Hong... Oh, right.

The current Chen Hong is the real Director Chen.

It's really fun.

As I was thinking, suddenly there was a car next to me.

A very ordinary family car.

"Do you want me to take you back?"

It’s Ma Xun.

Gong Li glared at him and said, "Buy me two dozen beers."

Ma Xun smiled, "Do you want me to prepare some snacks for you?"

……

Not long after, in Gong Li's room.

The actress drank too much.

"That guy is just a stubborn bastard!"

"I tried to persuade him, but he didn't listen!"

"Everyone worked so hard on the filming, but the final product is just garbage!"

As the ancients said: Truth comes out after drinking.

Gong Li drank too much and spoke a lot of truth.

It seems that she has long been fed up with Director Chen.

That’s right, we can’t call him Director Chen anymore.

Director Chen is already Chen Hong.

And Ma Xun acted as a good listener.

Just when Gong Li was about to finish his words, this guy took action.

"You, what are you doing?"

Ma Xun pushed Gong Li onto the carpet very decisively.

"Ah? Why do you ask this question?"

"Shouldn't I ask?"

Gong Li looked surprised, while Ma Xun looked amused.

"My queen, let me remind you that you lost the bet. Did you remember?"

"But, what is our bet?"

At this moment, Gong Li knew in his heart that he was cheating.

It’s a pity that she met Ma Xun.

"Don't you know what the stakes are?"

"I, I don't know!"

Ma Xun simply tore open her dress.

"It doesn't matter if you don't know. I'm going to enjoy my spoils anyway."

"You, wait a minute...how will you treat me in the future?"

Gong Li was making her final struggle, although she actually didn't move at all.

Ma Xun smiled when he heard this question.

"You are not an international movie queen now. You are just a trophy. You are not qualified to negotiate terms."

After Ma Xun finished speaking, he began to enjoy his spoils...

(End of this chapter)