How did I become famous?

Once back in his seat, the other celebrities stopped paying attention to him.

Ultimately, the truly prestigious awards are still Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Supporting Actor and Actress.

At most, I'd add a Best Screenplay award.

Awards like photography are like appetizers or desserts before the main course, and can also be considered as awards to set the mood.

Unfortunately, Fang Bie's films were not nominated for any of the aforementioned awards, nor is it possible for them to be nominated.

After all, his movies were only shown in a few small places in the United States.

If it weren't for this, he wouldn't even have received a nomination; he might have been nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at most.

While others might not care, the viewers in the domestic live stream were quite amused.

"666! This is probably the shortest Oscar acceptance speech in history!"

"Haha! The funniest thing is that group of celebrities below. They all look completely bewildered and didn't understand what Director Fang was saying at all."

"Nonsense! Nobody's ever spoken Mandarin when accepting an Oscar before. And has anyone ever accepted an award without speaking English?"

"I don't know, but I don't recall it."

"Director Fang's 'Captain China' has received several nominations. Do you think it will win any awards?"

"This... I'm afraid that's impossible, after all, this is the Oscars."

Xu Kuangfu, watching the live stream, sighed: "This Fang Bie is so disrespectful to the Oscars! If they want to go international, how come they can't even speak English? How are they going to communicate in the future? This old man can speak fluent English."

"But Director Xu, it was Director Fang who won the Oscar. Why don't you go to the awards ceremony and give him some guidance?"

Xu Kuangfu's face darkened: "This is for Best Cinematography, not Best Picture. If you gave me his top Hollywood team, my film could also win Best Cinematography."

"So here's the question, Director Tsui, why didn't you hire a top Hollywood team?"

Xu Kuangfu fell silent.

He wants to find it, but is it even possible?

They completely ignored him.

He began to feel jealous of Fang Bie.

So what if they have the Su Group backing them? It's nothing special.

With us around, you'll never win any domestic film awards!

............

"That's all you have to say?!"

"What else? I never expected to win an award."

"No way... at least try to use a couple of English phrases!"

"What did you say? I'm fine, thank you. And you?"

"...That can't be that simple...You're probably the first person to give an acceptance speech in a language other than English at the Oscars."

"What can I do? I didn't want to either. Who knows if they've lost their minds, actually giving my movie an award. I just casually made this movie."

"..."

Zhang Luo felt like he was about to become completely withdrawn.

Look at that! Look at that!

Is this even human language?

You don't want to either?

You didn't expect that either?

You just took some random photos?

You think you can just casually take a picture and win an Oscar?

Do you know how many people never win an Oscar in their entire lives?

Let's not even talk about those guys in China who aren't even qualified to be nominated.

Zhang Luo has only won Best Foreign Language Film in Europe, but this is his third Oscar nomination for Best Foreign Language Film.

Unfortunately, I never won it.

So, your side casually got nominated for several awards and even won some?

The thought of Fang Bie's age made him even more distressed.

Then I remembered he said the average monthly salary for crew members was three thousand...

Someone earning a monthly salary of 3,000 won an Oscar...

Why haven't I ever met such an idiot?

Seeing Fang Bie's lifeless eyes, casually tossing the little golden statue to Su Mulin while he himself yawned and seemed about to fall asleep, Zhang Luo was so angry he felt like he was going bald.

He felt like hitting someone.

Wu Kai, standing beside him, looked at him with sympathy.

There was even a hint of barely perceptible schadenfreude in his eyes.

He would be very depressed if he were the only one who got so angry.

Seeing others doing the same thing as him, strangely enough, he even felt a little smug...

Yang Yu's eyes also changed.

She even extended her hand, revealing a graceful smile on her beautiful face, which was virtually flawless thanks to makeup: "Director Fang, I haven't had a chance to get to know you yet. I'm Yang Yu."

Fang extended his hand and gave her a light handshake, smiling, "Hello, hello. Actually, I've always been a fan of yours; I've watched every single one of your movies."

Yang Yu's eyes lit up: "Could we exchange contact information? If there's an opportunity for collaboration..."

Fang smiled and said, "Let's talk about it after the awards ceremony. Director Zhang has my phone number; you can ask him for it."

Yang Yu smoothed her hair, her smile bright and charming: "Then thank you, Director Fang!"

Zhang Luo's face wasn't as dark anymore.

An actor from their own film openly asked another director for his contact information...

It's not that it's impossible, but isn't this just embarrassing me?

However, Fang Bie's handling of the situation was alright; Fang Bie's anger towards him had subsided considerably.

This young man is quite polite.

Maybe he wasn't showing off, but was genuinely unprepared.

Sitting back down, Su Mulin tightly gripped the little golden figure in her left hand, while her right hand quietly reached for Fang Bie's waist and tapped it.

Fang turned her head and gave her a questioning look.

Miss Su met his gaze and gave him a cold look.

This girl was all smiles just now, why is she suddenly acting all aloof now...? Fang Bie leaned closer and whispered, "Are you on your period?"

Su Mulin frowned, gritted her teeth, and whispered, "Your period just started! Are you really going to give that actress her contact information?"

Fang Bie pouted: "Give me nothing, you even got my hands covered in powder just from shaking hands."

He discreetly reached out and rubbed his hand against Su Mulin's evening gown, then, ignoring the young lady's murderous glare, casually asked, "By the way, what movies has she been in again?"

His words were just polite formalities.

He started making movies not long after he transmigrated, and has been busy ever since after finishing filming.

A domestic film queen? Who knows what movies she's acted in.

Moreover, having experienced the trials of winning awards in China in his previous life, Fang Bie was completely indifferent to this title.

After all, in her previous life, she was a contestant who could eat on camera without putting the prop food into her mouth.

With this level of skill, how dare she win "Best Actress"?!

What else is impossible?

He felt he could have done it himself.

Su Mulin's lips twitched slightly as she tried to suppress a laugh.

Although she managed to hold it in, the joy in her eyes was unmistakable.

Fang Bie found it amusing; after all, she was still a young girl who couldn't keep anything to herself.

"Alright, winning an award makes the trip worthwhile. Nie Fang is finally going to make a name for himself."

Su Mulin tilted her head slightly: "Shouldn't we get a raise?"

"Go ahead and raise the price. You're the boss, you call the shots."

Anyway, it's only three thousand, even if you double it it's only six thousand.

Miss Su made a fortune from "Captain China," so let her be.

............

"He got carried away by winning the Best Cinematography award, which had nothing to do with him. I hope Fang Bie won't become another example of a prodigy who failed to live up to his potential in Chinese cinema."

Inside the live stream, Xu Kuangfu, who already harbored resentment towards Fang Bie, was making sarcastic remarks again.

"Director Xu, could you please shut up? I can practically smell your sour grapes through the screen! If you're so capable, why don't you go head-to-head and beat Director Fang in your next film!"

"Stop talking nonsense! Don't get in my way while I'm looking at the pretty girl! By the way, who's that girl flirting with Director Fang? She's so beautiful!"

"Are you dumbfounded? She's a genuine heiress, a pianist who's performed in Vienna, the younger sister of Su Shi and Su Zhe, the heiress of the Su Group, and an investor in 'Captain China'!"

"Stop talking, I'm jealous too..."

Xu Kuangfu snorted twice and pouted, saying, "My next film is an art film. I'm not the same kind of director as him who makes popcorn movies. There's no comparison."

Ultimately, he wasn't sure either.

Although his movie did well at the box office, ranking third in the Lunar New Year box office battle, it was still 200 million yuan behind Zhang Luo, who ranked second.

Zhang Luo's box office revenue is 400 million yuan less than Fang Bie's, who ranks first...

Is there any comparison between these?

So he decided to lay low for his next film and make an art film instead.

By then, he'll have won all sorts of domestic awards, while you won't have any awards at all. Won't I still be one step ahead of you?

Regardless of what the public thinks, that's how he feels.

The awards ceremony continued.

After the Best Foreign Language Film award was presented, Xu Kuangfu laughed and said, "I knew that relying solely on the team's technical skills wouldn't be enough. How can a film win an award if it doesn't have any substance?"

............

Zhang Luo was very disappointed.

His film was defeated by a French film.

He originally thought his chances of winning were quite high, but unfortunately, his opponent used a powerful move.

Fang Bie's words of comfort only made him more disappointed.

Especially after he saw the little golden statue in Su Mulin's hand...

Fang Bie didn't care much; even if the award were given to him, he wouldn't bother to accept it: "Director Zhang, you didn't lose unjustly. The opponent used a trump card, and no one could do anything about it."

That French director really pulled off a killer move in his film.

First of all, it's an art film about humanities.

Fang Bie felt it was simply outrageous that the film didn't win an award!

If it were an American film, it probably would have won Best Picture!

The film tells the story of a Black woman who is a victim of domestic violence and struggles to overcome her tragic fate. She eventually escapes her abusive Asian husband, takes to the streets, joins a boxing movement, and gets involved in animal rights. In the process, she meets a white woman, and the two discover that they are true love and end up together.

Fang Bie was shocked when he saw the film.

It's absolutely outrageous that they didn't get an award!

Therefore, Zhang Luo's loss was truly deserved.

Zhang Luo sighed, composed himself, and forced a smile: "I know, when I encounter a film like this... I deserve to lose."

He came to terms with it; if he didn't win an award, so be it. After all, he had already seen the Best Foreign Language Film award at the three major European film festivals.

Furthermore, he was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the Oscars three times.

No other director in China has even received a single nomination yet!

Fang comforted him, saying, "Director Zhang, there's nothing wrong with your film. You'll make it back next time. I believe you'll win Best Foreign Language Film someday."

He then made a self-deprecating remark: "I'm different. I'd be satisfied if I could help the crew win Best Cinematography. I probably won't even have the chance to come to Hollywood again."

After all, he'll be completely free once the next movie is finished.

The smile on Zhang Luo's face was no longer forced.

Yes, I'm sure I'll have another chance to try my luck at winning prizes in the future.

However, Xiao Fang will probably have to wait many years.

After all, he has already won an award this time. Judging from the way the academic judges are, once they have defined someone, it is very difficult for them to change their minds.

"Yeah, let's relax. After the ceremony, we can head home. To be honest, I'm really craving barbecue and beer!"

"No problem, I'll treat you when we get back! We may not have much else, but we have plenty of wine and meat!"

"Then it's a deal!"

Just as the two were having a pleasant conversation, a sudden gasp came from the surrounding area.

Then countless cameras were pointed at Fang Bie's face.

Su Mulin smiled and said, "Go up and accept the award. This time it's Best Editing."

Zhang Luo's smile froze.

P.S.: Ahem, my writing about entertainment might be a little different.

I don't know what you guys think, but I feel pretty good about venting.

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