I am a historical film director in the entertainment industry.

After Giovanna stepped down from the stage, the host told a few lame jokes and then announced the award presenters.

The award presenter walked up from backstage, holding an envelope, and stood in front of the microphone, smiling as he said, "Hello everyone, good afternoon..."

"I know everyone is very excited, and I'm also looking forward to seeing who the winner will be today. Okay, look at those guys below, their eyes are wide open."

Several people were mentioned by the award presenters; they were the ones competing for Best Actor.

When Lee Nae-moon saw the camera pointing at him, he immediately gave a gentlemanly smile and waved at the camera.

Actually, he was very nervous at that moment, as this was his first time stepping onto the international stage.

His heart was racing, his palms were sweating, and his mind went blank. Fortunately, as an actor, he was very good at controlling his emotions.

That's how I avoided embarrassing myself on camera.

"Are you OK!"

The camera was too far away to capture Li Naiwen's expression at that moment, but Ning Hao, who was sitting next to him, could sense it.

"It's...nothing, I'm just a little nervous."

Ning Hao looked at the large beads of sweat on Li Naiwen's forehead and understood Li Naiwen's feelings at that moment very well.

Because it was his first time on the international stage, and his performance was similar to his.

"Director Ning, do you think Naiwen can win the award?" Wang Zhi asked in a low voice.

Li Naiwen and Wang Zhi are both graduates of the Central Academy of Drama. They quickly became friends while filming "Buried Alive".

“I believe Naiwen has the acting skills to win an award,” Ning Hao said.

"Director Ning, you flatter me too much. The other actors with me are just as good as me."

Li Naiwen was very nervous, after all, he had seen all the selected films, and he had to admit that the actors were really talented.

"Believe in yourself..."

Ning Hao encouraged him.

Before he could finish speaking, the presenter announced the winner: "Let's congratulate David..."

David!

Upon hearing those two words, Li Naiwen looked disappointed.

Ning Hao and Wang Zhi also showed expressions of regret.

Cheng Sheng, Li Heiniu, and Da Tiantian, who were watching the live stream, also showed expressions of regret.

"Who is this David? I don't even think he deserves the award!" Da Tian Tian complained.

In her opinion, the movies related to Cheng Sheng are the most impressive. If such movies don't win awards, then she won't accept it no matter who wins.

Cheng Sheng remained silent because he recognized the award winner.

David Strathairn, American actor.

This actor is incredibly talented.

In 1978, he starred in his first film, "The Return of the Seven from Sicaco."

In 1984, he starred in the drama film "Iceman: Forty Thousand Years".

In 1988, the drama film "My Brother, My Brother" in which he starred was released.

In 1992, he starred in the suspense thriller film "The Great Thief".

In 1994, he starred in the action thriller film "The Wild River".

In 2002, he starred in the drama film "The Blue Car".

At this time, he starred in the drama film "Good Night and Good Luck," for which he was nominated for Best Actor at the 78th Academy Awards and won Best Actor at the 62nd Venice Film Festival.

"Sweetie, don't talk nonsense. If someone hears you, they'll think you're ignorant," Cheng Sheng said calmly.

"Did I say something wrong?"

Seeing Da Tian Tian's puzzled look, Cheng Sheng sighed inwardly. It seemed he had to educate him, so he said, "He's an Oscar-winning actor."

"Oscar-winning actor!"

Upon hearing this, Li Heiniu immediately showed a shocked expression. Anyone who can become an Oscar-winning actor is no ordinary person.

Da Tian Tian also showed a surprised expression.

He never expected that the old man who looked almost sixty years old would actually be an Oscar-winning actor.

Yang Mi's four-person dormitory at Beijing Film Academy.

"It's a pity that Li Naiwen didn't win the Best Actor award."

Seeing that Li Naiwen was not the winner, Zhang Xiaofei looked disappointed.

“Although Professor Li Naiwen didn’t win an award, he’s already won just by being selected,” Yang Mi said.

Having the opportunity to participate in the Venice Film Festival is a huge opportunity for many people, but as for winning an award, that depends on individual fate.

"That foreigner is awful! He talked so much nonsense. Let's stop watching and go out to get something to eat!"

Jiao Junyan flung her hand, intending to shut down the computer.

When Yang Mi and Zhang Xiaofei heard Jiao Junyan's suggestion, they both clapped their hands happily and said, "Great! Let's go have a big meal, it's just time for dinner."

"Yanyan, wait a minute."

Just then, Yuan Shanshan shouted.

"what happened?"

Upon hearing this, the three women all looked at Yuan Shanshan.

"Look."

Yuan Shanshan pointed at the computer and said, "There's a twist."

What turning point?

The three women looked confused, but they all instinctively glanced at the computer.

"Wow ah ah..."

Hearing the foreigner speak on the live stream, the three women all screamed with delight...

China Film Group.

Xu Xiaozhong was slightly disappointed when he heard that Li Naiwen had not won the award. If Li Naiwen had won, it would have been an honor for the Central Academy of Drama.

"Although I haven't seen the movie 'Buried,' the fact that Li Naiwen was nominated for Best Actor clearly shows that his acting skills are excellent. If he doesn't get it this time, he'll have another chance next time. Lao Xu, don't be disappointed."

I don't know if Master Han was trying to comfort me or not!

For an actor, attending the Venice Film Festival even once in their lifetime is already an extremely difficult feat.

He wants to go a second time? He must be so lucky!

It wasn't that Master Han looked down on Li Naiwen, but rather that such opportunities were rare and hard to come by.

After all, to participate in the three major European awards and be shortlisted for the main competition is absolutely one in a million.

Every year, more than 3,000 films are submitted for the European Grand Prix, and to select the films that make it into the main competition, only the best of the best are chosen.

Moreover, the three major European film festivals each have their own unique characteristics in their film selections.

What they all have in common is that they have a long history and lofty artistic pursuits.

It can be said to be one of the most prestigious film awards in the world.

The three major European film festivals have very similar eligibility criteria and judging systems, all of which are self-selection film selection models where participation is open to anyone who registers.

There are absolutely no restrictions based on country or region.

Therefore, the three major film festivals emphasize "uniqueness," and there is only one choice among the three major film festivals, not to mention the other smaller film festivals.

The requirements for submitting films for the festival are only those that meet the requirements. The festival organizing committee will select shortlisted films from the submitted films and screen them in different sections such as the competition section and the non-competition section.

Every film invited by the organizing committee to participate in the official selection will receive a certificate of participation.

Since the selection is made worldwide, being shortlisted is itself a great affirmation.

The three major European film festivals all adopt a similar jury system. The jury for the feature film competition consists of renowned figures from various countries, including highly respected directors, actors, screenwriters, film critics, and composers, with one member serving as the chairman. (End of Chapter)