I am a literary giant in Europe

Chapter 344 The Cannons Fire

The director is waiting for the screening of "Hero".

But he noticed a problem: in the past two days, a new topic of discussion had suddenly emerged.

Amos's acting skills!

He knew that Liu Jin was filming in Berlin.

After all, Liu Jin is a celebrity.

Moreover, he had been keeping an eye on Liu Jin.

only……

It seems that many people have suddenly developed a strong interest in Amos's acting skills.

However, the Imperial Advisor was not familiar with those people, so it was not appropriate for him to ask them.

I'd like to go and join in the fun, but I have so many things to do that I can't get away.

Fortunately, there was an acquaintance of Liu Jin in the crew.

Maggie Cheung!
Originally, she had no intention of participating in the exhibition, and she didn't even show up at the opening ceremony.

She lives not far from Berlin, just in Paris.

In her words, she hated seeing a certain person.

But on the 7th, the day after the opening ceremony of the Berlin Film Festival, he came to Berlin again.

Especially after the 8th, on the 9th, 10th and 11th, she kept running out and didn't attend any events with the crew.

At first, the Imperial Advisor didn't care.

But I later heard that she went to work on the set of "Before Sunrise".

Every time he comes back, he's all smiles, but he doesn't really interact with anyone else.

Maggie is currently studying French in Paris, preparing for a project called "Cleaning".

Therefore, she remained completely detached from the "Hero" film crew, which not only displeased Zhang Ziyi and Zhen Zidan, who had accompanied the crew, but also made Liang Gezi somewhat unhappy. Furthermore, Zhang Dapao, the director's assistant, was even more dissatisfied.

"What's so great about someone who writes a book? Making a movie and stirring up trouble."

Yimou, you need to go back and talk to them. Some young people in our country become arrogant and look down on everyone once they achieve something.

You're a senior figure, after all.

Our hero film, after all, broke domestic box office records. As a Chinese person, he should at least come and congratulate you.

He dared not provoke Zhang Manyu.

His status is what it is; it's not his place to point fingers.

But a young author...

Zhang Dapao couldn't help but complain.

The Imperial Advisor glanced at him and said indifferently, "Stop complaining. You don't know the situation, so don't gossip."

Did I say something wrong? Was what I said incorrect?

"They don't develop their businesses domestically."

"So what if he doesn't develop his career in China? Unless he's not Chinese."

"Cannon, shut up!"

The imperial advisor was getting angry.

However, his personality is rather soft.

Although Zhang Dapao said nothing more, he was seething with anger inside.

The 12th marked the film festival premiere of "Hero".

Zhang Manyu gave the national director face and didn't skip work, obediently following along with the publicity.

Everything was fine at first.

Unexpectedly, Zhang Dapao suddenly launched an attack: "Some people in our country don't care about the development of domestic films at all."

Hero was released last year and broke the box office record for domestic films.

But some people completely disregard them, acting arrogantly and domineeringly in their small circle, without even offering a single word of blessing… I feel that some people, while claiming to be Chinese, are no longer truly Chinese!

The Imperial Advisor was exchanging pleasantries with the guests.

Upon hearing Zhang Dapao speak, his expression immediately changed.

Before he could speak, Zhang Manyu turned hostile, "Mr. Zhang, are you referring to Amos?"

Originally, everyone was wondering who Zhang Dapao was implying.

As soon as Zhang Manyu spoke, everyone immediately reacted and turned to look at Zhang Dapao.

"I do not have……"

“If you’re talking about Amos, I can tell you that he is a genuine Chinese.”

I've seen his passport, and I know him better than you do. He's in Berlin filming this time, and his schedule is extremely tight; he's on set all day and hasn't had a chance to come out at all. Regarding your well wishes, he asked me to convey them to the National Preceptor. You can't just spout nonsense and slander a writer with such immense global influence. You're only bringing shame to China.”

“Don’t talk nonsense… Maggie, I know you’re friends with him, but you can’t take his side just because you’re friends.”

“Maggie, I think Mr. Zhang is right. He was indeed a bit rude.”

Liang Gezi stepped forward.

However, he was speaking up for Zhang Dapao.

Zhang Manyu glanced at him coldly, snorted, and said, "Mr. Liang, if anyone is being impolite, I think it's you. Do you know who you're talking about? You're talking about a great writer nominated for the Médicis and Pulitzer Prizes. Have you considered how much trouble your irresponsible remarks will cause Amos? Also, while 'Hero' did break records, 'The Old Man and the Sea' was last year's global champion."

After saying that, Zhang Manyu turned and left. Zhang Ziyi and Zhen Zidan quickly chased after her, but they couldn't stop her.

Zhang Guoshi's face was gloomy.

The guests who came to support the event understood the reason for the event with the help of the translator.

Patrick Xiahou smiled and hugged Zhang Guoshi.

"Zhang, I'm sorry, but your partner seems to be making unreasonable demands in this matter. Please excuse me, I'll take my leave now."

He turned and left.

As soon as Patrick left, the French director and actors who had accompanied him also departed.

Liu Jin is indeed Chinese.

But he published his first book in France.

Deep down, they would still stand on Liu Jin's side.

Zhang Guoshi hadn't expected Patrick to be so resolute, leaving him no chance to persuade him to stay.

Not all French filmmakers gave him face.

But now...

Fortunately, the premiere began at that moment.

During the interviews, the reporters were clearly more interested in Liu Jin than in the film "Hero".

One reporter even asked: If Liu Jin becomes a French citizen, will he be punished by China?

The reporter is from AFP.

Old-school anti-China media.

Fortunately, the abbot was clever and announced the start of the premiere, which saved the national advisor from embarrassment.

As the movie began, the director grabbed Zhang Dapao and dragged him out of the theater, angrily growling, "What are you doing? What do you want to do? Do you think you can do whatever you want here in China? What are you thinking?!"

At this point, Zhang Dapao was also a little at a loss.

He asked, "Is that kid very famous?"

He really didn't know much about Liu Jin.

He knew Liu Jin was a writer, but because he was making a movie, Zhang Dapao instinctively assumed that it was a persona.

So much so that he only realized something was wrong when Patrick Château and other French filmmakers walked out of the theater.

"Of course it's big. A nomination for the Medici Award and the Pulitzer Prize, wouldn't you say that's big or not?"
I told you, he doesn't mingle in domestic circles. He works in Europe and America, and his books set a global sales record last year.

Why don't you go and find out the situation before spouting nonsense?
Do you know that his father is a soldier? Are you slandering the children of soldiers?

"I……"

"Also, Chairman Han from China Film Group will be coming over tomorrow to meet Liu Jin."

"What you're doing? Your question, 'Is he Chinese?' will put Chairman Han in a very awkward position. What will you do then?"

Zhang Dapao was a little confused!

With a single strategy in hand, I have the world at my command.

Relying on the reputation of the "National Director," he truly made waves in the Chinese film industry.

Forget about swearing, what good would it do to hit someone?

Who would dare not give Yi Mou some face?
But now...

It seems that Yi Mou's face is no longer of any use.

Among the French filmmakers who just left the stage was Herbert Bachan, one of the jury members at this year's film festival.

In other words, he may have offended the judging panel?

hiss!
Zhang Dapao gasped.

"Yi Mou, what do we do now? Chairman Han is here, you have to help me explain."

That's right, Zhang Dapao wasn't afraid of Han Shanping.

But that's because of the national director, Han Shanping, who values ​​the development of Chinese films more and has no interest in paying attention to him.

If he really angers Zuo Shandiao, Zhang Dapao won't get away with it either.

Even at this point, he still didn't take Liu Jin seriously.

In his mind, since he wasn't involved in the domestic film industry, it meant he had little influence there. What did I have to fear?

The Imperial Advisor looked at him, unsure of what to say.

In his position, he certainly knows more than others.

Yes, Liu Jin doesn't work in China.

He has never even published a single work in Chinese, but that doesn't mean Liu Jin isn't valued in China.

Liu Jin was indifferent to worldly desires, leaving those in China unsure how to help him, so they could only keep a close watch on him.

China is desperate to export its culture!

Next year, Confucius Schools will be launched in Europe to support the policy of promoting Chinese culture overseas.

As a Chinese man who can stir up trouble in the literary world of Europe and America, how could China possibly turn a blind eye to Liu Jin?

He could even imagine the uproar that would ensue if Zhang Dapao's question, "Is he still Chinese?" were to reach the rest of the country.

The Imperial Advisor is now somewhat at a loss...

(End of this chapter)