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Chapter 565 Who is Indra Sinha? (Please vote with monthly tickets and subscribe!)
Liu Jin didn't take Jacob's invitation too seriously.

Just a judge!

It's not like he's never done it before.

As for replacing Zhang Ziyi...

To be honest, he quite liked her portrayal of Gong Er.

But that's about it.

I don't even know them, but I've already upvoted!

He's incredibly busy and really doesn't have the energy to think about these things.

Besides, it's not like I volunteered to be in this position; it was the organizing committee's decision. What does it have to do with me?
He then immediately devoted his energy to writing Les Misérables once again.

……

In early April, the Cannes Film Festival organizing committee announced the list of films selected for the festival, totaling twenty films.

Six of them are from France.

Liu Jin vaguely understood why the Ministry of Culture had brought him up.

I'm guessing it's MFGA?

Probably, Liu Jin didn't think too much about it.

However, there were no Chinese elements at this year's Cannes Film Festival.

Apart from "Summer in Jiangcheng" from China, which was featured in the "Un Certain Regard" section, there were no other Chinese-language works.

That's normal; it's the same old story over and over again.

I reckon even the foreigners are getting tired of it!
As for Wang Chao...

It's not Wang Chao from the TV series "Dragon and Snake Romance," but a Chinese director who spends most of his time at the three major European film festivals, yet rarely appears in the main competition.

Liu Jin had seen this name multiple times at the three major European film festivals.

But what about his works?

But I don't remember it.

He doesn't seem to be very famous in China. I guess most Chinese movie fans don't know this director or what works he has made.

content?

It seems that his films are basically about rural and urban changes, focusing on people at the bottom of society.

Anyway, Liu Jin had never actually read his work.

Soon, Liu Jin found the Audrey Tautou work that Jacob had mentioned.

"Sleepless in Paris"

A film adapted from the works of French female writer Anne Gavardda. Gavardda was a well-known French writer whose works mainly revolve around love, focusing on the city of Paris and telling stories of joy and sorrow.

Her works have become very popular in the past two years.

Besides "Sleepless in Paris," there is also "Parisian Gold Digger."

Coincidentally, both films starred Audrey Tautou as the female lead and were both written by Anna Gavarda.

It seems that Tautou has fallen into a strange cycle since "Amélie".

Most of his works are related to 'Paris' and 'love'.

Tatu had emailed him about this. She had also tried very hard to change her image and leave this industry, but the problem was that her artistic face made it difficult for her to do so.

In the original timeline, even though she had starred in "The Da Vinci Code," she still failed to transition her career.

By 2015, her roles were still revolving around purity, kindness, and understanding, and she had never been able to shake off the shadow of 'Emily'.

Amélie made Tautou a star, but it also limited him.

Liu Jin had read the novel "Sleepless in Paris".

To be honest, she still hasn't shaken off the shadow of 'Amélie' from "Amélie".

Therefore, even though he hadn't seen the movie yet, Liu Jin already had a judgment in his mind.

Tatum will likely leave empty-handed again this time.

Besides the film Tatu, what attracted Liu Jin the most was the Spanish film "Volver".

The female lead is also a familiar face, Penelope Cruz.

Liu Jin had watched this movie many times in his previous life. After his rebirth, he even considered turning it into a novel.

As far as I remember, this movie won Best Picture.

However, things have changed.

Liu Jin remembers clearly that the actress who played Paula, the granddaughter in this movie, was not Michelle Jenner.

And now...

This must be fate's arrangement.

Michelle Jenna was Liu Jin's classmate at the University of Barcelona.

I attended the farewell party that Havel held for Liu Jin.

That's probably why Michelle replaced the original actress.

After all, the female lead in this movie is Penelope Cruz!
Liu Jin scanned the list but didn't find any other works that interested him, so he stopped paying attention.

He continued writing, but it seemed that his thoughts were flowing much more smoothly.

……

Liu Jin didn't pay attention, but it caused a sensation outside.

When the list of judges was announced, many people were surprised, but then they realized that it was reasonable.

Last year, Cannes invited American writer and Nobel laureate Toni Morrison.

So inviting Pulitzer Prize and Renaudot Prize winners to serve as judges this year doesn't seem wrong at all.

Moreover, this guy has a very close relationship with the French film industry.

However, it's far away in China.

Zhang Ziyi, however, flew into a rage.

"Didn't you say you'd invite me? Why did you change your mind? Don't the French have any integrity at all?"

Over the phone, Deng Moudi said with a wry smile, "This is not Gilles' fault; it was the opinion of the French Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs."

As you know, although Gilles is the chairman of the organizing committee, he still largely follows the government's instructions. I've received information through various channels that cultural exchanges between China and France will be further enhanced next year.

Therefore, the Ministry of Culture hopes that one of the judges for this year's film festival will be a representative figure from both the Chinese and French cultural circles.

Zhang Ziyi fell silent!

She is an actress who is very successful in Hollywood.

But so what?

They said it refers to a person who can represent the cultural circles of both countries.

That alone puts her out of the game!
In other words, Wang Jiawei was more famous in Europe, and he was also a director, so they didn't touch him.

otherwise……

"Wendy, could you have someone contact Amos and get him to refuse?"

As soon as the words left her mouth, Zhang Ziyi regretted them.

Is it possible for her to say such things?
On the phone, Deng Moudi remained silent.

After a moment, she whispered, "Ziyi..."

"Okay, never mind... I lost my mind and said such things."

Zhang Ziyi smiled wryly.

Deng Moudi also breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Amos now has a lot of influence in Hollywood."

Last year's achievements at Beautiful Life stunned everyone.

Furthermore, he even helped Leslie Cheung win the Oscar for Best Actor… You know, Hollywood is actually a very closed circle. The fact that he was able to bring such an honor to Leslie Cheung shows that he had deep connections in Hollywood.

I think you should call and congratulate him.

Building a closer relationship with him will be a significant advantage for you in Hollywood in the future.

"Okay, I will!"

Zhang Ziyi hung up the phone, feeling a headache coming on again.

She did want to contact Liu Jin.

But Liu Jin's contact information... was indeed difficult to obtain. He had a fixed circle of friends: Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Kate Winslet, David Lynch, Spike Lee... and once such a circle was formed, it would be extremely difficult for outsiders to join unless they were introduced by someone.

Suddenly, she felt a little regretful!

At the 02 Berlin Film Festival, if she had been more proactive...

It seems that Liu Jin met Leslie Cheung and the others around that same year.

In just four years, Leslie Cheung became an Oscar-winning actor.

It's just that this guy spends most of his time in France and rarely goes back to China; otherwise, he'd be living a very glamorous life.

Or should I go to France too?

Zhang Ziyi immediately shook her head with a wry smile.

Her future lies in Hollywood; what's the point of going to France?
However, we still need to find a way to contact Liu Jin, as it is an opportunity to get closer to him.

But who should we turn to?
The Imperial Advisor? Jiang Wen? Or perhaps, Leslie Cheung?

The relationship between these three people and Amos...

Wait, Mei Ting!
She also starred in "Life Is Beautiful".

Thinking of this, Zhang Ziyi immediately picked up the phone and started looking through her contacts.

……

The Italian general election concluded on April 11.

Romano Prodi's center-left "Unity" coalition defeated the center-right "House of Liberty" coalition led by then-Prime Minister Berlusconi and was successfully elected as Italy's new Prime Minister.

Liu Jin received a call from Mara.

She was a little down.

And some self-doubt arose.

Am I not suited for politics?

Now, people all over Italy are using my picture to speak for themselves.

"That means you've made them aware of your presence."

Liu Jin was watering the flowers inside the house. As he watered the flowers, he said, "The thing that politicians fear most is a lack of exposure."

You need to face all of this with an open and honest attitude.

After all, taking those photos wasn't a pleasant experience, was it? It was just a means of survival... Besides his lackluster performance over the past four years, the most important reason for Berlusconi's failure this time was that interview he gave at the beginning of the year.

That's way too damn high-profile!
The public cannot empathize with his large villa, nor with his luxury cruise ship.

Mara, you need to immerse yourself in the lives of ordinary people, to gain their empathy… Politicians aren't afraid of stains; the important thing is to transform those stains into public sympathy. By the way, I remember Carla Corso was the founder of the Women's Rights Commission, right? She's a member of the House of Representatives now; think about why.”

"Amos, what have you been busy with lately?"

"Me? I'm writing!"

"Can I come to you?"

"Of course!"

Mara's tone immediately became much more relaxed.

"Then it's settled. I'll come to Toulouse to see you in a few days."

Liu Jin scratched his head and did not refuse.

……

The fourth part of Les Misérables has ended.

The fifth part, Jean Valjean, was then put into creation.

Eight volumes in total...

As the work entered its final stages, Liu Jin increased his speed.

It was written very smoothly.

Mara Carney secretly came to Toulouse, stayed at Liu Jin's house for three days, and then left in high spirits.

Her condition had clearly improved, and before leaving, she told Liu Jin, "I am preparing to run for the position of Secretary of the House of Representatives."

"Isn't he the secretary-general?"

"Hehehe, that's not impossible."

"Don't rush, take it one step at a time... I estimate that Prodi won't be in the prime minister's position for long."

Berlusconi won't give up so easily; he still has ambitions. Moreover, he controls Italian Channel 5, which is essentially his mouthpiece. Prodi's influence in this area is too weak, and Italy as a whole is regionally right-leaning; he'll likely run into trouble soon.

"Amos, are you truly a prophet?"

"Maybe!"

Before leaving, Mara kissed Liu Jin and gracefully departed.

Liu Jin stood at the doorway, one hand on his waist.

What a charming little enchantress!

He couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

……

Perhaps it was Mara's arrival that sparked her inspiration.

Liu Jin's performance exploded.

Therefore, writers cannot live without women, just as the West cannot live without Jerusalem.

The existence of the muse is the inspiration of the writer.

He wrote with divine inspiration, and finally finished writing "Les Misérables" ahead of schedule at the end of April.

Cosette and Marut knelt down, flustered and choked with tears.

They leaned on Jean Valjean's hand, but that solemn hand was already cold.

He leaned back, and two candles shone on him.

His white face was up, and Cosette and Marut desperately kissed his hand, but he was already dead.

The night was dark, and there were no stars.

Total darkness.

In the darkness, there may be a standing angel, spreading its wings, waiting for the soul that is about to arrive.

……

Many years ago, someone wrote four lines of poetry here with a pencil.

However, after being washed away by rain and dust, it has gradually become difficult to see clearly.

But today, they have all disappeared.

He lived, despite his many misfortunes.

He rests in peace, his eyes closed only after the angels have been lost.

To be born and to die is the natural law of human life.

The same principle applies to the passing of day and the coming of night...

After Liu Jin finished writing the poem, he sat at the table in the living room, lost in thought.

I felt completely blank, as if my mind had gone completely empty.

Then, the phone rang.

He frowned slightly and picked up the phone.

Actually, he was a little unhappy because this phone call had ruined his melancholic and sentimental mood.

"Who?"

"Amos, what have you done now?"

It was Ottilie calling.

She asked, "Why did Indra Sinha suddenly attack you in Le Figaro?"

"Who?"

Liu Jin was momentarily stunned. "Who is Indra?"

……

(End of this chapter)