I'm the director, I'm not bad

West Film Studio has put a lot of effort into the Golden Rooster Awards.

Xu Xin knew this.

After "Li Chun" lost money, when Xu Xin was still playing with the Olympic Games, the factory urged him to play "The Wind", so he put forward his own request.

I want to win a prize, you have to help me.

In fact, this is not something to be ashamed of.

Awards PR exists in any film awards.

Including three.

Including the Oscars.

Even many people don't understand that Oscar has never been an award that simply depends on the quality of the film to determine the final award.

There are more than 9000 old American Academy of Film Award judges who are eligible to vote. They come from many countries and regions around the world. Just like elections, there will be a large number of film and television distributors every year. The public relations around the shortlisted works themselves can almost be said to be a beautiful landscape.

And the fanciness of this kind of public relations activities is beyond the imagination of movie fans.

For example, "Robot Story" released in 08, before this year's Oscar awards ceremony, on the basis of mailing DVDs to Oscar student judges, a complete set of Wall-E and Eva was prepared for the family members of these judges. .

Another example is when the Coen Brothers' "No Country for Old Men" was competing in the Olympics, there were various celebrity receptions almost every day.

The purpose is to increase the impression points in front of the judges.

Many people may not understand that for some distribution companies, the Oscars or the Golden Rooster Awards are nothing more than awards for practitioners. Why must they fight for a false name... But in fact, the Oscar alone is an example Bar.

The Oscars have never been a traditional award, but more of a business.

For example, "No Country for Old Men", the total box office of this film in North America is 400 million US dollars.

The regions where it was released are only the United States and Australia.

Between November 2007 and January 11, only these two countries released the film.

However, following the announcement of the Oscar shortlist in January 2008, No Country for Old Men, which was nominated for 1 awards, has been registered in more than 8 countries one after another.

Especially at the end of the Oscars, after winning the best director and best screenplay, No Country for Old Men's global box office rose directly from more than 400 million to more than 8000 million.

Not to mention an extra 1.5 million US dollars in box office, its DVD sales raked in nearly [-] million US dollars in revenue in various countries.

And its cost is only 500 million US dollars.

But with the competition for the Oscars, the cost of 500 million won the gross income of nearly 3.5 million US dollars.

Although after the split, it will definitely shrink significantly.

But with the multi-million-dollar dinner they spent at the Oscars, the deal was a switch—a win.

Therefore, for filmmakers, these film festivals are not just an affirmation of their artistic contributions.

It's more of a business.

Although the Golden Rooster Awards are not as influential as the Oscars.

But... there are so many people in the Celestial Dynasty.

Most of them have never come to consume in their own movies.

If you know your movie through the Golden Rooster Awards, buy a DVD to watch it...even if the piracy is rampant in China...but no one will have trouble with money, right?

Money is one thing, fame is another.

When he can gain both fame and fortune, Xu Xin doesn't know what other people think.

He certainly wouldn't miss it anyway.

This has nothing to do with being snobby or not.

Why can't I get rewarded for my hard work?
And West Film Studio has this ability and platform, if "The Wind" wins an award, it will be a win-win situation.

It's just a pity...

Although holding the idea of ​​"pad equipment", looking at "Iron Man" on stage to accept the award, Xu Xin couldn't help but said to Guo Zhengyi next to him:

"Director Guo...it doesn't matter, let's work harder next time."

But Guo Zhengyi smiled calmly when he heard this:

"Director Xu, I already have three."

"..."

have to.

You old man acted like I didn't say anything.

Sorry for being sloppy.

Xu Xin shook his head.

The awards ceremony that followed was uneventful.

Under the auspices of Zhang Guoli, it proceeded in an orderly manner.

Whether it's a digital film, or best sound recording, or best screenplay or whatever, "The Wind" has nothing to do with it.

The best recording was given to "August [-]st", the best music was given to "Assembly", the best photography was also "Assembly", and the directorial debut was given to Li Dawei from "We'll See".The best children's film went to "Walking to School".

One award after another proceeds.

In the end, after "Best Supporting Actress" was won by Yue Hong, Xu Xin subconsciously tensed up when she saw Yue Hong who was holding a certificate and trophy on the stage, delivering her acceptance speech while weeping.

Next, it's the turn of "Best Actress".

He instinctively glanced at Liang Bingning who was sitting next to him.

Sensing his gaze, Liang Bingning also turned her head and said:
"It's our turn."

"……Um."

Xu Xin responded.

And Liang Bingning didn't say much, just covered her mouth and yawned, trying to get rid of her fatigue, and adjusted her state to prepare for that... She didn't know how likely it was.

Soon, amidst the applause, Yue Hong stepped down from the stage.

After a group of dancers came to the stage to perform a dance full of modern technology, Zhang Guoli stepped onto the stage again.

First, he teased Wu Wu and Deng Wei, and then said:

"Okay, let's continue with the awards."

The voice fell, and the passionate music sounded along with the narration:

"The next one will be presented: "Best Actress". Please invite the presenters: Zhang Yu and Tao Hong."

Zhang Yu, who became a well-known star in "Love on Lushan Mountain" in the 80s, is also the first best actress of the Golden Rooster Awards.

And Tao Hong achieved the title of Queen of the Best Actress at the 2002nd Golden Rooster Awards in 22 by virtue of "Life Show".

The two came to the stage hand in hand and greeted each other:

"Hi everyone, I'm Zhang Yu."

"I'm Tao Hong."

Tao Hong gained a lot of weight.

Now that she is forty, in Xu Xin's opinion, she should have received a lot of hyaluronic acid and water light injections on her face.

A little bloated, no longer the pure image of the past.

As for Zhang Yu...

have to admit.

It is still the same as before.

Xu Xin didn't have time to listen to the awkward chat between the two, but was thinking in his mind...

What is my sister thinking now?

……

"Is this the award?"

In the room, Xu Daqiang glanced at his daughter-in-law and asked.

"Um……"

Yang Mi stared straight at the TV screen, her eyes a little dazed.

She regretted it a little.

If only I could go to...

Is there a greater chance of winning?
"...Girl, here it is."

Yang Dalin peeled the apple and handed it to her.

But Yang Mi didn't answer.

just watching tv...

Subconsciously clenched his fists.

……

"The No.20 Best Actress nominations for the [-]th Golden Rooster Awards are: the movie "Li Mi's Conjecture" and Zhou Xun."

"Whoa, whoa, whoa..."

Amid the applause, the movie "Li Mi's Conjecture" appeared on the screen.

A small window also appeared on the screen, which was the weekly newsletter sitting with Cao Baoping and Deng Wei.

"The movie "Painted Skin", Zhao Wei."

"The movie "Blooming", Yao Xingtong."

"The movie "Mei Lanfang", Zhang Ziyi."

"The movie "The Beginning of Spring", Jiang Wenli."

"The movie "The Wind", Yang Mi and Liang Bingning."

The clips and small shots of the six films were all displayed on the big screen.

Everyone was smiling, including Xu Xin and Liang Bingning.Everyone is quietly waiting for Tao Hong and Zhang Yu to reveal who will get the answer to the mystery.

on the stage.

Zhang Yu opened the envelope and took out the list of winners from inside.

Unfold.

Handed it to Tao Hong.

The two pinched the list together.

After a glance, Zhang Yu spoke to the microphone first:
"The winner is... "The Beginning of Spring", Jiang Wenli."

Xu Xin's heart thumped instantly.

Jiang Wenli's award...does that mean "The Wind"...

He didn't have time to think, but his hands and feet suddenly became cold.

Immediately afterwards, Tao Hong was seen speaking into the microphone:

""The Wind", Yang Mi, Liang Bingning. Congratulations!"

"Whoa, whoa, whoa..."

"Oh!!!!!"

I don't know who cheered, Xu Xin instantly felt that someone was grabbing his shoulder, and he shook it hard.

……

Inside a rental house in Yanjing.

Bao Wenjing and Bao Beier looked at the TV screen, which was Xu Xin who was being grabbed by Yu Qiang and Huang Xiaoming behind him and shaking his body crazily...

Bao Beier was silent.

And Bao Wenjing murmured:
"That's... so... just... sealed?"

Hearing her words, Bao Beier responded:
"Otherwise? Who do you think it would be?"

"...I thought it was Zhou Xun and Jiang Wenli."

"It's impossible for Zhou Xun. The director of "Li Mi's Conjecture" Cao Baoping was almost banned because of the "Glorious Wrath". How could she be given such an important award."

After Bao Beier finished speaking, he turned to his girlfriend and said:
"Yang Mi is not yet confinement... Let's go shopping and visit her tomorrow, shall we?"

Although I don't like to bow my head in front of others, I don't want to see my husband bow his head in front of others.

But today's Bao Wenjing rarely refuted.

Instead, he nodded slightly:

"……Um."

……

Hengdian.

"Ah!!!! Mimi has won an award, Mimi has won an award!!!"

In the room, Liu Zhishi, who watched the live broadcast of the Golden Rooster Awards together with Li Minnian, cheered, then took out her mobile phone without thinking, and quickly sent Yang Mi a message that had already been edited, and everything was waiting for the dust to settle:

"Wow wow wow!!! Mimi! Congratulations to the empress!!! You won! You won!!!!"

……

"Who...? Who are you talking about?...Is it Mimi?"

Yanjing, Liu Xiaoli watched TV, and asked her daughter uncertainly:

"Mimi won the award?"

"……Um."

Liu Yifei nodded:

"I won the award. The Golden Rooster Queen, although I don't know if she is the youngest or not. But... Mimi is the queen."

After finishing speaking, she took out her mobile phone and sent Yang Mi a message with envy in her eyes:
"Congratulations!!"

Compared with her envy, Liu Xiaoli's eyes are full of complexity.

Obviously three years ago... She was still a little girl.

But now...

"Ugh."

She let out a long sigh.

……

All the people who were watching the live broadcast ceremony at the same time had various emotions in their eyes.

Someone is a blessing from the heart.

Some people can't believe it.

Some people were so shocked that their expressions were dull.

Some people are jealous beyond recognition.

However, for people in the circle, when "The Wind" and "Lichun" both from Xiying Film Studio won the title of Best Actress.

They all really realized one thing.

The once used to being taken advantage of, the fallen king, the late Xiying Studio...

This time, it seemed that he really raised his head completely.

came back.

Seeing Xu Xin who walked onto the stage arm in arm with Liang Bingning amidst the applause, a hint of deep thought appeared on the expressions of many people.

This young man...

Is it really that great?
……

"Ah."

Zhang Yimou chuckled and stood up.

"……dad?"

Zhang Mo asked suspiciously:
"Don't watch?"

"Well, there's no need to read it."

He shook his head.

Zhang Mo was puzzled.

"...Why? There are three awards for leading actor, director, and film."

"The upper limit of "The Wind" is not that high."

Watching Xu Xin who crossed hands with Jiang Wenli on TV, although his eyes were filled with joy, he still explained to his daughter:

"This year's leading actress, the competition itself is not too big. First of all, you have to understand one truth, that is, our country's awards are not just for simple movies. It pays attention to the right time, place and people and three elements are indispensable.

Both "Lichun" and "The Wind" belong to the three. The people of "The Wind" are in the box office and in the subject matter.And "The Beginning of Spring" is the best actress at the Rome Film Festival.

The reason why Zhou Xun, who was very popular before, did not win the award was not because her acting skills were poor.On the contrary, although the types of films are different, in these few films, I think they have played their roles in the script to the extreme.The same is true for Mimi.

However, Zhou Xun's mistake was caused by Cao Baoping.It is no exaggeration that his "Glorious Wrath" was banned.But at this time, other people have the right time and place, but he lost the time, so this time "Li Mi's Conjecture" is destined to be fruitless.

But if you look at it the other way around, the factory won the Best Actress.Two films are enough for the media to render Xiying Film Studio as the biggest winner of the night.Everything cannot be exhausted, and so is the Golden Rooster Award.The three movie queens have achieved the status of the three generations of actresses in the factory, but the latter...whether it is "Assembly" or "Mei Lanfang" all have a battle with "The Wind".

Don't think that the Golden Rooster Awards will not compromise, on the contrary, they are the ones who can compromise the most.Therefore, the Golden Rooster Award for "The Wind" is over. "

As the record holder with nine Golden Rooster trophies in his hand, he shook his head.

While he was speaking, after meeting Jiang Wenli, many people, including him, witnessed a very symbolic scene.

Male left, female right.

The area of ​​the crew of "The Sound of the Wind" is on the left side of the scene.

The crew of "Lichun" is on the right.

When everyone came to the stage, with Jiang Wenli's arrival, Xu Xin happened to be caught in the middle.

In the camera, Liang Bingning, who has just won the first three best actress trophies, is holding Xu Xin's arm, and Jiang Wenli, who is walking over, also extended her hand with a smile on her face.

Seeing this, Xu Xin stretched out his left hand.

Jiang Wenli put her hand on Xu Xin's left hand.

And Liang Bingning also let go of him, and when he stretched out his right hand, he also rested on it.

Just like that, Xu Xin held the hands of the two actresses, and the three of them walked up to the stage step by step.

"Ha~"

Seeing this, Zhang Yimou couldn't help but let out a chuckle.

Eyes full of remembrance.

The people in the factory won such a heavyweight award...

This scene……

Really haven't seen it for a long time.

And with his chuckle, Zhang Mo murmured:
"After Mimi writes like this... who can stop her in the future?"

"Do not."

Hearing his daughter's words, Zhang Yimou corrected her thoughts again:

"In the movie "The Wind", the person who won the most is not her, nor Xiao Xu. It is Liang Bingning."

"Liang Bingning?"

Zhang Mo was taken aback.

Zhang Yimou nodded:

"Yes, she is the biggest winner."

"..."

Zhang Mo showed a puzzled look again.

But Zhang Yimou didn't explain.

You can't teach it all the time, and it's bad if you get into the habit of not being able to do it without yourself.Therefore, the daughter also needs to learn to think independently.

Think about why Liang Bingning is the biggest winner.

……

Not just him, but also Chen Kaige in the audience, including many people in front of the TV.

Looking at the three people on stage, there was more or less embarrassment and emotion in their eyes.

Even some more emotional people have red eye circles even if they are watching the TV.

I haven't seen this scene for a long time.

It's been so long that I don't even remember the last time I saw this kind of scene, when was it.

but it does not matter.

Their eyes were fixed on the three "young people" on the stage.

More or less, under empathy, together, we saw a bright future.

……

"Ding dong."

"Ding dong."

"Ding dong."

Text messages kept pouring into the inbox.

But Yang Mi didn't pay any attention to it.

He just stared blankly at his brother who had received the certificate for him...

There was nothing in my mind.

She couldn't remember what it was about being crowned queen, winning an award or what.

She didn't even know what mood she was in right now.

Happy?

joy?

ecstasy?

Very happy?

do not know.

I just feel like my mind is going blank.

Then inexplicably, she remembered the Nanma wonton shop that evening.

The elder brother who is not yet the husband asked himself:

"Are you going to win Best Actress first, or should I win Best Director first? You choose one."

Obviously it was just a joke.

Yesterday's joke...

But now, the dream has come true.

But it just seems so unreal...

I……

Got the actress?

……

"Thanks to the Golden Rooster Award and the judges for their encouragement, and for entrusting this honor and trust to me. I will work harder in the future to bring you better film works...Thank you."

Jiang Wenli's acceptance speech was quite brief.

Immediately afterwards, he took a step back and left the microphone to Liang Bingning and Xu Xin.

After Liang Bingning looked at Xu Xin, she was the second to go up.

"Uh……"

The deputy head of the actor troupe of the West Film Studio, holding the Golden Rooster Award and certificate in his hand at this moment, on the loose dress, is a picture that no longer sees any tiredness, but is replaced by a kind of... joy from the heart expression.

"Thank you. Thank you to the jury of the Golden Rooster Awards, thank you."

As she spoke, she stammered a bit, then looked at Xu Xin again:

"I would also like to thank Director Xu Xin for giving me this trust. This cooperation with Director Xu Xin is the most enjoyable film journey in my life. It is his clear-cut film thinking and directing style full of artistic imagination, Lead me, step by step to stand here.

I want to thank him, and also thank Mimi who couldn't come to the scene.I don't know if you've been watching... But the cooperation with you, the sparks we collided with, and our private discussions, all let me see an actor who is really studying the characters and acting skills with his heart.You are great and you deserve it.

Finally, once again, I would like to thank all the fans who love me. It is my greatest happiness to have your company along the way.thank you all! "

After speaking, amidst the applause, she covered her chest and bowed.

Then when Xu Xin was about to come up, he suddenly opened his hands and gave Xu Xin who was caught off guard a big hug.

Xu Xin froze for a moment, patted her with a smile, and then stood in front of the microphone that was attracting everyone's attention.

The flickering of the spotlight made it difficult for him to see the expressions of the people in the audience.

but it does not matter.

At this moment, there is no social fear.

Nor any other emotions.

Holding the golden rooster trophy in his hand, he spoke directly:
"First of all, I would like to apologize to the organizers of the Golden Rooster Awards, the judges, and friends watching off the field and in front of the TV. Due to physical reasons, my wife cannot come to receive this honor, sorry."

After speaking, he took half a step back and bowed slightly.

then……

Applause broke out.

"Whoa, whoa, whoa..."

Amid the applause, Xu Xin looked down at the Golden Rooster Award in his hand:
"I don't know how Yang Mi is feeling now. People say that husband and wife are of one mind. When I look at the trophy in front of me, I feel more strongly about its weight than joy."

As he spoke, he weighed the trophy.

"It is very heavy. Because this honor was jointly created by many outstanding actors. Now, among this honor, Yang Mi and Sister Bingbing have added a very inconspicuous stroke. I think this honor is by no means simple. The award is more like an encouragement. I hope we can continue to work hard and contribute better works to everyone. This is my current mood.”

Then he raised his head and looked at the only camera he could see:
"My dear, congratulations. Good job, I love you."

"Oh~~~~~~"

"Whoa, whoa, whoa..."

Hearing his words of love, the audience laughed and applauded in good faith.

In the applause, Xu Xin said:
"Thank you Golden Rooster Award, thank you Xiying Film Studio, thank you Bingbing sister, and thank all the outstanding actors who participated in the competition for the award this time, as well as fans who love Yang Mi's performance. Thank you for your hard work."

With his speech ended.

The three stepped down.

The "Best Actress" competition has come to an end.

In fact, if I really want to say it, Xu Xin still has a lot of words of thanks to say.

But after all, he is only receiving the "Best Actress" award on his behalf, and it is enough to be able to say these thanks.

If it's Best Director or Best Picture, then he might say more.

But for now... enough is enough.

……

"My dear, congratulations. Good job, I love you."

Xu Xin's voice came from the TV.

"..."

Yang Mi was silent and speechless.

The corners of the mouth are raised.

For no reason, she thought of the time when she went to get the golden camera in Cannes for him.

He didn't come, he went by himself.

But now...but he couldn't go by himself, he went.

It seems that as long as I and him receive awards from each other and stagger each other's time, we can always get some "good luck".

Coincidence?
Or necessarily?

She doesn't know either.

but……

At this moment, there was only a softness left in her heart.

"I love you too."

Ignoring the parents and Uncle Xu next to him.

She gave her own response to the camera.

Gentle yet firm.

After the three elders heard this, they had no right to hear it.

However, Xu Daqiang looked at his son who stepped down and asked:
"Wow for a while?"

"Yes, three awards: "Best Actor", "Best Director", and "Best Film"! We all have a chance!"

Yang Mi responded without turning her head.

"Uh... well."

Xu Daqiang nodded, sitting on the escort's bed, watching Zhang Guoli on TV, feeling the same feelings in his heart.

Smash it, smash it.

He kind of wants to smoke.

But I was afraid of missing my son's award again.

For a while, my heart was full of complexities.

Then he seemed to want to ask something, but when he turned his head, he found...

The daughter-in-law's eyes were already full of tears.

She seemed to be belatedly aware of it, and the emotion surged in her heart.

But the corner of his mouth is smiling.

And it gets bigger and bigger.

A deep laughter gradually sounded in the room:
"Hey hey hey..."

But her tears were crackling and falling on the bed sheet.

Yang Dalin and Yang Chunling looked at each other...

They didn't say anything either.

Although they don't quite know what the girl is thinking at this moment... But no matter what, they should be happy to win the award.

Weeping with joy.

There is no need to be disturbed at this time.

Having figured this out, the couple sat on the side silently, watching the Golden Rooster Awards live broadcast on TV. Slowly, for some reason, their faces gradually began to flush.

The daughter won the Best Actress.

this matter……

When parents, the face is the most glorious.

Well, my niece is awesome!
……

Soon, the next award for "The Wind" will be announced.

"The winners of "Best Actor" are: Wu Gang, "Iron Man". Congratulations!"

……

Next, there is Xu Xin, the best director who is as important as "Best Actress".

And when Xu Xin heard the winner's name...

"The 27th Golden Rooster Awards, the winner of the "Best Director Award" is:... "Assembly", Feng Xiaogang."

"Whoa, whoa, whoa..."

Among the applause, he who was also nominated gave a warm applause.

At this time, he heard Liang Bingning next to him ask in a low voice:
"Are you okay?"

"……fine."

Seeing Feng Xiaogang who came to the stage to accept the award, Xu Xin smiled naturally.

But Liang Bingning looked Xu Xin up and down... as if she saw something.

After thinking about it, she whispered:
"Compared to the wind, "Assembly" is indeed true this year..."

"Miss Bingbing."

She was interrupted by Xu Xin before she finished speaking.

In Liang Bingning's eyes, the young director's gaze has just the right amount of calm and concealment:
"I'm really fine."

"..."

Liang Bingning nodded subconsciously:

"Ah."

Xu Xin didn't answer, but leaned his back completely on the chair.

ended.

he said to himself.

……

Immediately after:

"The winning films of "Best Feature Film"..."Assembly Number", "Mei Lanfang", congratulations."

"The Wind" missed the last award again.

Xu Xin, who looked normal, applauded, sat up straight again, and prepared to leave.

It's finally coming to an end.

After more than three hours of live broadcast, sitting in the seat and maintaining an expression is really tiring.

then.

"Whoa, whoa, whoa..."

Amid applause, the No.20 Seventh Golden Rooster Awards came to an end.