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"Director Tian, ​​I've been shortlisted, hehe."

Hearing Huang Bo's fawning laughter, Tian Xiaole asked in an annoyed tone:
"Nominated for what?"

"【Cow】has been selected for the Venice Film Festival, Horizons section."

"Just leave it there? Don't disturb my sleep!"

Tian Xiaole glanced at the time; it was only 10 a.m., so she could still take a nap.

Hi~
Guess what?

can not fall asleep.

"This damn thing, with just one Horizon Unit, is trying to disturb my sleep."

Tian Xiaole got out of bed in a huff, touched her still relatively firm back, and sighed with emotion.

It's said that career is a woman's aphrodisiac, and as the box office of "Lucy" continues to rise, Tang Yan is going crazy.

The way to repay Tian Xiaole is to offer up the best version of myself.

It was great, but after a few days, it started to get a bit too much.

After washing up, I glanced at the news about the Venice Film Festival's nominees.

Two Chinese-language films were nominated for the main competition, but mainland China suffered a complete defeat this time.

[Accident], directed by Soi Cheang, is a crime thriller.

Directed by Taiwanese director Yang Fan, "Prince of Tears" tells the story of how the island fell apart due to politics during the martial law period.

The other sections feature four Chinese-language films, including "Cow" starring Huang Bo and Yan Ni.

Tian Xiaole had no hope for this year's Venice Film Festival, as Li An was known as the judge who was least likely to tear up awards.

The most outspoken critic has to be Zhang Yimou. When he was the chairman of the jury and a judge, all the nominated Chinese-language films won awards.

The most outrageous one has to be Wong Kar-wai, who aimed to offend no one and turned Cannes into something like a wholesale market.

The Best Actor award was given to five people, and the Best Actress award was even more outrageous, given to six people.

The double-yolk egg of the golden rooster is nothing compared to it.

This directly lowered the prestige of Cannes, scaring other film festivals away from having him serve as a jury member.

Recalling this amusing incident, Tian Xiaole stroked his chin, thinking that he might be able to do something similar himself.

With his current status, he might one day be invited by a film festival to be the jury president.

"No, no, that would be too unethical."

Tian Xiaole dismissed the unreliable idea and started browsing movie news.

The box office results for the second week of "Lucy" are out, and it remains the hottest topic in the industry.

"[Lucy] has grossed 1.25 million yuan in 10 days since its release. Tang Yan's cool action scenes are highly sought after and have become an industry benchmark."

"Lucy" grossed $4130 million in its second week of release in North America, making her the first Chinese actress to break into the US box office.

"Tang Yan's film contracts and endorsement fees have skyrocketed, and she is expected to become the highest-paid actress in China."

The success of a female-led film has benefited Tang Yan the most, with the advantages being self-evident and her market value skyrocketing.

The only film or television series that can rival its popularity is undoubtedly "My Love from the Star".

Two episodes are airing daily, the plot is already halfway through, and its popularity continues to rise.

It truly achieved a high-profile start and a rapid expansion, reaching a level of nationwide participation.

The most discussed topic is whether Liu Yifei's character in the drama being blacklisted reflects real-life rumors.

In the TV series, the Wang brothers are the owners of a film and television company.

In the film and television industry, he achieved a level of absolute control.

Liu Yifei, a popular female celebrity, became their target.

He promised her many benefits and wanted to invite her to join the company.

After being rejected, she was subjected to various rumors, targeting, harassment, accusations of falsifying her academic credentials, and being a transgender person...

The plot and Liu Yifei's experiences are like a replica of reality, making it almost like a semi-autobiography.

The female protagonist was so helpless and pitiful in the face of the overwhelming negative rumors.

He drowned his sorrows in alcohol in the house, crying and laughing loudly.

It really tormented a wave of fans.

The internet is full of messages of sympathy.

"Senior Brother Tian, ​​thank you."

As Liu Yifei scrolled through the supportive comments online, her eyes welled up with tears as she recalled the various grievances she had suffered.

"Sisi, ask Director Tian if he has time."

Liu Xiaoli handed her daughter a tissue; her eyes were also red.

It was Tian Xiaole's support that broke the situation of being targeted by the industry.

"Mom, what are you trying to do?"

"Silly child, Pacific Rim brought you to the big screen, and My Love from the Star let the whole country know the truth about the slander against you. Of course you should thank them properly."

Liu Xiaoli tapped her beloved daughter's forehead, feeling a sense of relief that her grievances had been understood.

"Senior Brother Tian is very busy, I guess he won't have time."

Despite saying that, Liu Yifei still took out her phone and found that familiar number.

After carefully considering his words, he finally made the call.

Based on the timeline, she will be subjected to various forms of criticism for several years, after which she will fade into obscurity for a period of time.

She was unfairly maligned. Her father, An Shaokang, returned to China from France and, through family connections, invited cultural leaders to dinner.

Seeing this situation, which seemed to be a fight to the death, they tacitly decided to back down.

In addition, since Enlight Media had just entered the film production business, they took the opportunity to invite Liu Yifei to play the role of Wuqing.

That's how he restarted his acting career; otherwise, he would have had to work in the Hong Kong entertainment industry.

As for the resources William Monis provided, they were intended to help Liu Yifei enter the domestic market, and none of them were good opportunities.

With Tian Xiaole's revisions to the script of "My Love from the Star," the growth experience of the female lead played by Liu Yifei is basically a reflection of her own life.

Therefore, Liu Yifei felt that Tian Xiaole understood her and made her feel the long-lost fatherly love.

Huayi, in the president's office.

The Wang brothers had gloomy faces, their brows furrowed, and their ashtrays were piled high with cigarette butts, indicating that they were preoccupied with something.

"Big brother, what does Tian Xiaole mean? Is he implying something about us? The Wang brothers sleeping with women and playing around with men, isn't that referring to me..."

"Shut up! No one was named, what business is it of ours?"

The king kept interrupting his silly younger brother who was eager to claim him. This kind of mess, whether you explain it or not, is just as messy as it is, so you can only suffer in silence.

"Are we just going to do nothing? People online are saying it was Huayi who did it, which will affect the company's listing prospects."

Xiao Wang was a bit irritable. He had never had to suffer this injustice before. It seemed that ever since Tian Xiaole started his business, he had become like a blue sky over their heads, and they would be targeted no matter what they did.

"Going public is the most important thing; we can just guide public opinion online."

"Hmm." Xiao Wang didn't dare to contradict his older brother, since he didn't have as many shares as him.

"Let's announce the release date of 'The Message'. As long as we're associated with Tian Xiaole, online opinions won't affect us."

The king gave the order, and the prince nodded in agreement.

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"Okay, send me the time and location on my phone."

"Well, see you later."

When invited by two beautiful women, one older and one younger, and since he had nothing else to do, Tian Xiaole naturally agreed.

Seeing the message I received, I realized I had plenty of time before the agreed time, so I browsed online for a while.

China Film Group has announced the release date for "The Founding of a Republic," which is scheduled for mid-September.

This timing is a bit delicate. The source code is from the end of August, and half of that time was overwritten.

Anyone who encounters this tribute film is destined to become cannon fodder.

However, Tian Xiaole has no plans to change gears.

A film like "Source Code" is considered quite successful if it performs well at the box office within two weeks. Meanwhile, Huayi Brothers announced the release date for "The Message," emphasizing that it's a tribute film co-produced with Xiaole Pictures.

The release date is set for the end of September, aiming for the National Day holiday period.

The film was released only ten days after "The Founding of a Republic," so close together. What were the Wang brothers thinking?

This movie will definitely receive various preferential treatments, such as private screenings, extended release dates, and preferential treatment in terms of screening schedule.

Thinking that the Wang brothers weren't fools, Tian Xiaole didn't bother to ask any further questions.

I glanced at the time on the webpage and set off with a sense of anticipation.

The location is quite sophisticated; it's a Chinese restaurant converted from a traditional courtyard house, giving people a sense of tranquility and prestige, with a high degree of privacy.

"Director Tian (Senior Brother Tian)."

The beautiful young women stood up to greet them, their faces beaming with smiles, showing great enthusiasm.

"Ms. Liu, Xixi, please have a seat."

Tian Xiaole greeted the beautiful woman and wanted to pat the young woman's head, but the occasion was inappropriate, so he gave up the idea.

After the three sat down, Liu Xiaoli started the conversation, explaining the purpose of the dinner:
"Thanks to Director Tian for giving Xixi the opportunity. After the broadcast of Pacific Rim and My Love from the Star, there was much less negative information about Xixi online."

Liu Yifei sat beside her mother, obediently nodding. The long-term cyberbullying had suppressed her lively personality for a long time.

"Ms. Liu, I've heard about your affair with Huayi. It's just that you're the one who started the day, and others are the ones who will follow suit. That's perfectly normal."

Tian Xiaole smiled, noticing Liu Xiaoli's embarrassed expression, and continued:
"I invited Sisi to star because she was suitable for the role. If you really care about her, you have to follow the rules of the industry."

If your background isn't strong enough, you can't compete and you can only suffer.

It's perfectly normal to get targeted for using underhanded tactics.

"I was really confused about this matter with Huayi."

Liu Xiaoli, with her strong personality, rarely admits her mistakes, and her attitude is so sincere.

The flood of negative information online made her realize that if you don't have the ability, you'll be at the mercy of others.

They used to be able to rely on Chen Jinfei to throw money at them, but now they can't even take care of themselves.

Last year, he was caught committing financial fraud and lived there for free for six months. After his release, his net worth shrank significantly, and he lost his former glory as one of the top ten richest people.

Liu Yifei quickly tried to smooth things over: "Senior Brother Tian, ​​see if there's anything you'd like to eat."

"Just bring a few of our specialty dishes."

While waiting for the food, Tian Xiaole and Liu Yifei chatted, while Liu Xiaoli listened in and occasionally chimed in.

"Director Tian, ​​is there any progress on the sequel to Pacific Rim?"

Liu Xiaoli asked curiously, and Liu Yifei looked over, also wanting to know.

"The project will start around the end of the year."

Tian Xiaole's next steps, besides working on the post-production of "Shoplifters," include starting a sequel to "Pacific Rim."

This time, the scenes will be much grander, incorporating mechs from other countries, and filming will take place in various locations around the world.

Having the experience from the first film, I'll be much more adept at this one.

"Okay, okay~ Sisi will reserve the time in advance."

Liu Xiaoli nodded excitedly. Liu Yifei was in an awkward position. She had countless hit dramas in her hands, but the scripts handed to her were all nonsense.

"Isn't there an idol drama that needs to be filmed? Is there enough time for it to be completed?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Xiaoli and Liu Yifei were both stunned.

The movie "Love Announcement" features Liu Yifei as the female lead, which is a relatively good film resource, and China Film Group is involved in the investment.

I just said that integrity is the most important thing in this industry, and here I am, having run into this mess.

"Director Tian, ​​Xixi hasn't signed the contract yet, what do you think..."

"Oh, I see. Then let's just turn it down. It would be embarrassing for me, the leading lady in a movie, to act in this kind of role."

Liu Xiaoli was embarrassed again; this was a role she had taken, hoping to work for China Film Group.

Liu Yifei kicked Tian Xiaole under the table, leaving the latter looking bewildered and confused.

She spoke so directly that she embarrassed her mother several times.

Tear~
Still not satisfied, he was stepped on twice more.

Tian Xiaole looked up and wrinkled her nose arrogantly, making a face.

Damn!

That little rascal really doesn't appreciate kindness.

But Tian Xiaole couldn't stand it any longer and stepped over it with her size 43 foot.

It even rubbed against me a couple of times.

Liu Yifei's acting skills are indeed mediocre. She only touched her leg twice, and her cheeks turned red and she glared angrily.

Tian Xiaole ignored her and chatted with Liu Xiaoli calmly.

"【Love Announcement】China Film Group is involved in the investment; would it be inappropriate to directly refuse...?"

"It's okay, I'll go and tell them."

Tian Xiaole looked at Liu Yifei and said, "The intensity of this filming is no less than that of the first one. Be prepared to join the crew and start training in advance."

"Huh, got it."

Liu Yifei pouted; the image of her tall and imposing senior brother was beginning to crumble.

It was just a couple of stomps, why are you being so petty? Not only did you get stomped back, but you also gained extra legs.

What a scoundrel!

I was surprised that I even felt my father's love.

Is it going to become deformed?
"How dare you talk like that, child?" Liu Xiaoli frowned, about to scold her daughter.

"Kids have tempers, that's normal. Just give them a good talking to when they get home."

Tian Xiaole smiled, enjoying the spectacle and ignoring the angry Xiao Liu.

"Don't try to sow discord. My mother has never hit me."

Liu Yifei seemed a little unsure of herself, so she clung to Liu Xiaoli's arm and said in a flattering tone.

"I was just kidding, you're still a very good girl."

Seeing Xiao Liu's guilty look, Tian Xiaole said a good word for her.

"Hmph, of course I'm obedient."

Liu Yifei silently ate her meal, feeling utterly miserable. They had just bullied her, and now she had to pretend to be a good person.

Liu Xiaoli looked at her strange daughter, somewhat puzzled, and could only keep urging Tian Xiaole to eat.

After the meal, the guests were all gone and the host was leaving.

Before parting, while Liu Xiaoli went to get the car, Liu Yifei shook her little pink fist as a possible threat.

"I've trained, if you keep doing that I'll beat you up."

"You're the one who started this by accusing the bad guy first. It was clearly you who provoked him."

Tian Xiaole shrugged, indicating his helplessness.

"I'm stepping on your feet, you're doing that, how can you be the same?"

"Ah! That's not what you meant. I misunderstood." Tian Xiaole chuckled.

Xiao Liu felt angry and wronged. He had clearly gotten the better deal, but he was acting like he had been taken advantage of.

The image of the mighty senior brother has completely collapsed.

That last trace of fatherly love has also vanished.

Beep beep beep~
"Hmph, I'm ignoring you."

Seeing the car approaching, Liu Yifei retaliated by stomping on Tian Xiaole's foot before jogging to get into the van.

Tear~
This little girl is so strong.

That's really holding a grudge. (End of Chapter)