I am a historical film director in the entertainment industry.

Chapter 169 Envy
Cheng Sheng smiled slightly. Of course he knew what Da Tian Tian was thinking. She wanted to know if the movie could participate in the three major European film festivals. If it could be shortlisted for the main competition, then she, as the female lead, would have the opportunity to walk the red carpet.

Jing Tian is probably even thinking about whether she can win the Best Actress title.

"Who knows? If you want a chance to walk the red carpet, you'd better focus on making good films first," Cheng Sheng said.

Upon hearing Cheng Sheng's words, Da Tiantian's eyes lit up and she said, "That means if I do a good job filming, I'll have the opportunity to go to the three major European film festivals!"

After saying that, he pulled Wang Zhi away.

Cheng Sheng was completely dumbfounded. He hadn't said that before!

Oh no, if this movie doesn't get nominated for a film festival, Princess Sweetie will definitely come after him.

Cheng Sheng really wanted to chase after her and explain, but seeing her happy back, he lowered his raised hand.

Forget it, let's make her happy first, and we'll deal with what happens later.

With the enthusiastic promotion from the two cheerful young women, Da Tian Tian and Wang Zhi, the news that "Buried Alive" had been shortlisted for the main competition at the Venice Film Festival quickly spread throughout the film crew.

The news that Wang Zhi, as the leading lady, was going to Venice could not be kept secret.

"Wang Zhi is truly lucky."

"Yes! It was Director Cheng who gave me the idea to film Director Ning Hao's movie, which gave me the opportunity to participate in the Venice Film Festival."

"I heard that her next film will also be directed by Ning Hao. I wonder if I will have that opportunity."

"You? Forget it! Compared to Wang Zhi, you might as well be cannon fodder like us!"

A bunch of extras were incredibly envious of Wang Zhi.

Previously, Wang Zhi was similar to them, playing insignificant roles. But it was because Wang Zhi could ride a horse that Cheng Sheng noticed her, allowing her to stand out and be recommended to Ning Hao by Cheng Sheng.

Now they've become an overnight sensation.

"How's the information gathering going?"

Chen Daoming asked his assistant.

Upon hearing that "Buried" had been selected for the main competition at the Venice Film Festival, he immediately asked his assistant to inquire about the film.

"I've already asked around. Ning Hao's new movie is directed and written by Cheng Sheng, and stars Li Naiwen. I heard that the film was only shot for about half a month, and the set was very simple. There's only one main actor. I didn't expect that this movie would be nominated for the main competition at the Venice Film Festival," the assistant said.

"Li Naiwen!"

Director Chen didn't care much about how long the film took to shoot or how simple the set was; he only cared about the male lead.

"Was he nominated for Best Actor?"

Upon hearing Chen Daoming's words, the assistant said, "It's been nominated. In addition to Best Actor, 'Buried' is also nominated for Best Screenplay."

"Venice Best Actor! If Li Naiwen can win this award, he will truly soar to new heights." Director Chen's eyes showed a hint of envy.

As the top male artist in China, he has won numerous awards.

In 99, he won the Best Actor award at the 20th Golden Rooster Awards for his role in "My 1919".

In 89, he won the Best Actor Award at the 9th Flying Apsaras Awards for Television for his role in "The Last Emperor".

In 90, he won the Best Actor award at the 11th Flying Apsaras Awards for his role in "Fortress Besieged," becoming the first actor to win the award twice.

He also won the Golden Eagle Award for Best Actor at the 7th Golden Eagle Awards in 1989 for his role in "The Last Emperor".

In 2002, he won the Audience's Favorite Actor Award at the 20th Golden Eagle Awards for his role in "Kangxi Dynasty".

The Huabiao Film Awards.

He won the Best Actor award at the 6th Huabiao Awards in 1999 for his role in "My 1919".

He was also selected as one of the "100 Outstanding Actors and Filmmakers in 100 Years of Chinese Cinema" in 2005.

It's safe to say that no male actor in the country can surpass Director Chen.

Unfortunately, Chen Daoming has won numerous awards in the country, but he has never won any awards abroad.

Although Chen Daoming's acting skills don't require recognition from foreign awards, it would be a lie to say he isn't envious when he sees other domestic actors winning Best Actor and Best Actress awards abroad.

If given the chance, he hopes to win the Best Actor award at one of the three major European awards.

"Teacher Chen, Director Cheng Sheng is truly remarkable. His first film won Best Actor, Best Film, and Best Newcomer. Now, he writes screenplays and has also produced a nominee for Best Actor at the Venice Film Festival and a nominee for Best Screenplay. Should we try to build a good relationship with Director Cheng Sheng? Perhaps you'll have a chance in the future too."

Hearing his assistant's words, Director Chen nodded and said, "Director Cheng understands Europeans' tastes very well. Filming his movies might give us a chance to win awards."

"Yes! Do you think this film, 'The Yellow Turban Rebellion of the Three Kingdoms,' has a chance to compete in next year's three major European awards?" the assistant asked excitedly.

Upon hearing this, Chen Daoming was secretly delighted.

If "The Great Tang Dynasty" can win awards, why can't "The Three Kingdoms"?

Thinking of this, he felt a little excited. He thought that he must make this movie well. If it could be nominated for the three major European film festivals next year, then as the lead actor, he would have a chance to win the Best Actor award.

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The three major European film and television awards have always attracted the attention of domestic film and television professionals, especially directors and actors, who often take them as their goal.

They all hope to win awards at the three major European film festivals.

At the start of the Berlin Film Festival in February, director Gu Changwei won the Grand Jury Prize, also known as the Silver Bear, for his debut film, "Peacock".

When Gu Changwei became the first Chinese director to win the award, the news caused a sensation throughout the entertainment industry in China.

Before this, Gu Chang studied photography and served as the cinematographer for Zhang Guoshi's first film, "Red Sorghum." Gu Chang used his lens to showcase the grand scenes that director Zhang Guoshi pursued, and also achieved a strong expression in color.

The overall feel of the film is full of passion and fearlessness, perfectly capturing the film's theme.

Gu Changwei's meticulous design of lighting, color, layout, angles, and other aspects helped "Red Sorghum" become a classic in the history of Chinese-language films.

After that, he also collaborated with Zhang Guoshi on "Ju Dou", with Chen Kaige on "Farewell My Concubine", and with Jiang Wen on "In the Heat of the Sun" and "Devils on the Doorstep".

These films, directed by him, have become classics in the history of Chinese-language cinema and even hold a significant position internationally.

In particular, his collaboration with Chen Kaige on "Farewell My Concubine" not only won the Palme d'Or at the 46th Cannes Film Festival, but also received nominations for Best Foreign Language Film and Best Cinematography at the 66th Academy Awards!

This is a source of pride for Chinese-language cinema and a tremendous achievement for Gu Changwei as a cinematographer.

In the future, Gu Changwei's achievements in photography earned him the title of "100 Outstanding Photographers of the Century" selected by Eastman Kodak, and he was once hailed by the media as "China's No. 1 Photographer".

(End of this chapter)