The King of Directors 2000

Zhang Manyu won the award, and the entire awards venue was much livelier.

People who pay attention to movies immediately realized that after Juliette Binoche, another actress has won the Best Actress Award at the three major European film festivals.

Such a feat is undoubtedly worthy of publicity.

The host came on stage, waited for the discussion in the audience to subside slightly, and immediately talked about this matter, which again attracted a burst of warm applause.

After a full two minutes, the scene became slightly quiet, and then the next award was announced.

There are only three awards left at this awards show, namely Best Director, Jury Prize, and Best Film.

Next is the Best Director, and the award guest is Michael Haneke.

This is the director of "White Ribbon", "The Piano Teacher" and "Love", one of the best directors in Europe.

He is seventy-one years old this year. He is tall, has white hair, and still looks energetic.

"I finished filming "Love" and then stopped working. I didn't think of a good subject for the time being. I didn't know what to film. In order to find inspiration, I even became an actor."

Haneke glanced at Lee Sheng-yao and then said: "Lee and I met in Cannes before. After he made a wonderful film, he quickly devoted himself to the creation of a new film, and the new film is still very exciting.

This is the advantage of young people. They are very active and can easily accept all new things.

I really envy him that he can quickly find interesting stories. "

There was a burst of applause at the scene.

Haneke smiled and continued: "I'm just sighing, Li, I haven't read the envelope yet, so don't think I'm implying anything."

Li Shengyao nodded with a smile.

On the big screen at the scene, the camera was facing Li Shengyao, almost staring at his face, showing all his expressions.

Dapeng glanced at the big screen and was filled with envy. He wondered when he would have such a moment.

Chen Kexin and Wu Junru sat on the other side. Chen Kexin frowned and looked at the big screen.

"Isn't this guy going to win another prize?"

Lee Sheng Yew refused to write a script for him. Peter Chan was very disappointed and was inevitably a little resentful towards Lee Sheng Yew.

He really doesn't want Lee Sheng Yew to win the award.

Haneke didn't know what everyone in the audience was thinking. He straightened his back.

"Guys, I'm going to open the envelope."

That's what old people are like. As they get older, they like to nag and talk.

As he spoke, he opened the envelope, unfolded it, and soon showed a look of surprise on his face, then raised his voice and said: "The best director of the [-]th Venice Film Festival - Li Sheng Yao."

Haneke's Mandarin was not very standard, but everyone understood him.

Haneke just joked that Lee Sung-yew won best director.

Li Shengyao also did not expect to win the award.

Really a surprise.

"Three Billboards" is definitely a classic movie. "Three Billboards" was ranked second among the top ten movies evaluated by Cahiers du Cinema in 2017.

The film lost to "Moonlight" at the Oscars that year. Many film critics believed that the film lost not on quality but on political correctness.

However, it’s really hard to say whether Lee Sung-yao’s excellent films in his previous life can become even better or maintain their standards now that they have been translated into Chinese.

Now it seems that he is lucky. The adjustment of the heroine's character is an adaptation that is more in line with the aesthetics of the Venice Film Festival judges.

Li Shengyao then stood up, tidied his suit, and hugged Zhang Manyu, Simon Yam and his three apprentices one by one.

"Master, if I really won the prize, I said there is still a prize. My left eye flashes money, which means I must have good luck."

Dapeng was very excited.

"you guessed right."

Li Shengyao smiled and then strode towards the stage.

He came to the stage and there was warm applause.

Haneke gave the trophy to Lee Sheng-yew and then said to the microphone: "'Three Billboards' is a very mature and complete film. From the script, to the performances, to the editing and dubbing, all aspects are impeccable. It is very Perfect.

This film truly demonstrates Lee's control over his films and is something all young directors should learn from. "

After finishing his words, Haneke took two steps back and gave up the stage to Lee Sheng-yao.

Li Shengyao was in a very excited mood, his heart was beating loudly, and his whole body and pores were exuding excitement and happiness. He almost couldn't help but jump up on the stage.

Fortunately, he reacted and then smiled: "Thank you very much to the judges and the fans who supported this movie, thank you.

As well as the production crew, crew, and actors of "Three Billboards", thank you, this honor belongs to you. "

After the words fell, he turned around and went back.

Li Shengyao was naturally greeted with warm applause.

Two Palme d'Ors and one Best Director in Venice.

Needless to say, Director Li has taken another step forward in the ranking of world directors.

In the future, Lee Sing-yew will definitely be a super boss like Berlutochi, one of those filmmakers that film festivals everywhere are begging to add to their glory.

Sooner or later, the three film festivals of Cannes, Venice and Berlin will invite Lee Seung-yew to serve as the chief seal of the jury.

This time the applause lasted longer.

The awards show then continued, with the Jury Prize awarded to "Outing" directed by Tsai Ming-liang.

Tsai Ming-liang is a master of Wanwan movies. There is no doubt that this movie will win the award.

It is worth mentioning that "Outing" and "Three Billboards" won the Best Actress, Best Director, and Jury Prize together.

Under such circumstances, they won three grand prizes in total, and they were definitely the big winners tonight.

There are many stars in the Chinese film industry this time, but they only won some inconsequential awards. Generally speaking, they are not as many honors as Chinese-language films.

Finally, the best film of this year's film festival was awarded to the feature-length documentary "The Ring Road."

The final grand prize went to a local Italian documentary, which is understandable.

After all, there are fewer entries for documentaries, making it easier to stand out. As for feature films, it’s really hard to say whether they can beat “Three Billboards.”

Lee Sheng Yew did not think that the Venice organizer was wrong. He could win two awards tonight and had already exceeded the task. He was very happy and contented.

Soon after, amid warm applause, the awards night of the [-]th Venice Film Festival ended, and Barbara announced that she would go to the hotel next door to attend the celebration banquet.

After Li Shengyao won the award, he naturally would not avoid the celebration banquet, so he rushed there with the rest of the "Three Billboards" crew.

……

For example, the celebration banquet of the Cannes Film Festival or the Venice Film Festival, whether it is the venue or the wine, does not require the film festival organizer to spend money. Naturally, there are hotels, famous wines, and food companies that want to promote it to compete.

This time the Venice Film Festival’s celebration banquet was held next to the City Theater.

Ninety-nine percent of the guests, celebrities, artists, directors, and producers watching the film festival award ceremony have passed by.

Chen Kexin and Wu Junru were among them. Wu Junru liked to eat Western snacks. She was quite happy when she heard that there was delicious food, and there was excitement in her eyes.

Peter Chan, on the other hand, is dull and silly, and seems to have an IQ below sixty.

At this time, during the celebration banquet, glasses were exchanged, and the crisp sound of clinking wine glasses could be heard from time to time. This voice slightly stimulated Chen Kexin, and his dull eyes became more thoughtful.

Wu Junru didn't notice anything unusual about Chen Kexin. She ordered a glass of wine for him and then put it to his mouth, "Try this, it's very sweet."

Chen Kexin subconsciously sipped a piece, but it felt very bitter and couldn't help but frown.

"Hahaha."

Seeing Chen Kexin's appearance, Wu Junru immediately laughed.

Her somewhat exaggerated and devilish laughter brought Chen Kexin back.

He thought about it carefully. He was stunned when he saw Lee Sung-yao winning the best director at the award ceremony.

He had said good things to Lee Sing Yew before and said he would win an award. Those words were the reasons he kept in his heart. In fact, he was not optimistic about Lee Sing Yew.

After all, you have won the Palme d'Or twice in a row. Do you still want to dominate the Venice Film Festival?

You think the Venice Film Festival is just a small fight in the village.

But it turns out that the quality of "Three Billboards" is indeed high, and Lee Sung-yao won the best director.

Peter Chan has been in the industry for almost [-] years and has made so many films that he has not received a single heavyweight award from the three major European film festivals.

The comparison is too tragic.

He didn't want to compare with Li Shengyao, and even his body consciously had a rejection reaction. He was stunned at that time and didn't think about it at all.

At this time, he came to the celebration banquet, and because of Wu Junru's laughter, he completely recovered.

But thinking about these things makes me feel even more uncomfortable.

Peter Chan subconsciously searched for Li Shengyao, and soon saw Li Shengyao in the center of the banquet hall.

At this time, Director Li's face was red and his smile was very dazzling among the crowd.

"Let our newest Best Director winner, Lee, say a few words for us."

The host at the scene did not know what Chen Kexin was thinking, and even called Li Shengyao to come to the stage to speak.

Li Shengyao stepped forward and told some interesting things related to the movie.

Wu Junru raised her wine glass and said, "Lee Shengyao is so handsome tonight."

When Chen Kexin heard Wu Junru's words, he felt even more irritated. He knew that this was not a dream. Li Shengyao had won the award again. He was really angry.

Lee Sing Yew was not willing to write scripts for him before. Now that Lee Sing Yew has won the award and has more things to do, he is even less willing to write scripts for him.

Chen Kexin sighed, feeling disappointed.

Sandra Ng didn't know what Peter Chan was thinking, and went on to say: "Lee Sing-yao also has a nice speaking voice. It's a pity that he is not an actor."

Wu Junru's subconscious words were like a bolt of lightning streaking through the night, opening a path to heaven.

Peter Chan got some inspiration.

He looked at Li Shengyao with much hotter eyes, and then quietly observed Li Shengyao.

Directors, actors, producers, film producers, singers and even some rich women from all over the world are waiting to chat with Lee Sung-Yew.

These people tried their best to show off their strengths, hoping to impress Director Li.

Finally, when the celebration banquet was about to end, there was no one around Li Shengyao. Peter Chan quickly came to Li Shengyao in two steps.

"Director Li, congratulations."

Li Shengyao paused slightly and said, "Director Chen, you're welcome."

"Director Li, you were very handsome when you received the award at the City Theater and when you just went to the stage to give your speech. I have never seen a director as charming as you. Every time I see you, I feel that you have such spirit. The condition is suitable for appearing on the big screen."

Li Shengyao didn't understand what Chen Kexin was thinking, so he didn't answer.

Peter Chan immediately continued: "Director Li, you have made guest appearances in some film and television dramas before. In fact, with your appearance and figure, you can play the leading role. With your popularity, the movie will definitely attract attention."

Li Shengyao looked at Chen Kexin with some suspicion in his heart.

Chen Kexin continued: "Director Li, I have a script here that tells the story of the Chinese volleyball women's team. The male protagonist in it is very charming. Are you interested?"

Hearing this, Li Shengyao looked over in surprise.

Wasn't Chen Kexin talking about "Chinese Women's Volleyball"? This movie portrayed the characters very poorly, especially the male characters in the show.

It was originally an excellent subject, and it could cause a big sensation when it was filmed. However, after it was released, there were constant quarrels and the box office was far less than expected.

In Lee Sheng-yew's previous life, when "Chinese Women's Volleyball" failed to perform well, Peter Chan fled the mainland, complained about mainland film censorship, and even cooperated with Netflix to produce a TV series that would be popular around the world.

It's a pity that this guy has a lot of ideas, but it's hard to implement them. The TV series he prepared with Zhang Ziyi has been waiting for year after year, but there has been no news of it being finalized and released.

He thought for a while and then said: "Since it is "Chinese Women's Volleyball", the real protagonist must be the girls of the women's volleyball team. The male roles in it are not important. I am not interested."

Peter Chan is not discouraged.

"I have another theme here, which is also about sports and patriotism. Do you think a movie about the female tennis master Li Na would work, with you playing the heroine's husband?

Don't worry, Director Li, the salary will definitely be among the best in the country.

Don't you think it's interesting? Don't you want a challenge? "

The movie "Li Na" was even worse. It was shelved after filming and was not released at all.

Li Shengyao thinks that it will never be released in the future.

There is no benefit in playing a role in a movie like this.

As for the remuneration of first-tier movie stars, Lee Sheng-yew is even more disdainful.

Needless to say, he will also produce "La La Land" next. After "La La Land", the Berlin Film Festival and the Cannes Film Festival are waiting for him.

"Director Chen, I have no idea of ​​acting. If I want to act in the future, I will come back to you then."

Chen Kexin understood clearly that Li Shengyao was just talking for the occasion.

Seeing that Li Shengyao rejected him again, he felt even more unhappy.

I invite you to write a script, but I don’t want to.

I'm still not happy to invite you to act in a movie.

This is obviously because he doesn't like Chen Kexin.

"Director Li, I'm serious. I think it's really a loss for the Chinese film industry that you don't act.

You can think about it again.

Ask other people, you might have a different answer. "

This guy just wants to gain popularity, and he talks so nicely.

Li Shengyao glanced at Chen Kexin speechlessly, "Director Chen, no, I don't have this idea. It's okay if I make a guest appearance for a minute or two, but being a starring role is not okay. I don't have the time, and I'm not interested."

Chen Kexin wanted to continue to persuade, but at this moment, Barbara and Bellutucci came over with wine glasses.

The two Venice Film Festival bosses came to chat with Lee Sung-yew, and Peter Chan had to shut up and step aside.

He noticed that the three of them were talking and laughing, and he even wanted to guide Lee Sheng Yew to make a movie and gain popularity.

(End of this chapter)