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Chapter 164 Chapter 164: The Times

Chapter 164 Chapter 160 Four: Time Magazine
York was right. The news that Shanhe's "Parasite" won the Best Novel Award from the National Book Critics Association of Country M was widely reported in various media in Country M the next day.

The National Book Critics Circle Award is aimed at all English-language novels in the North American book market. Unlike the other two major literary awards in the United States, which are only awarded to writers of Chinese origin, the Book Critics Circle Award has a wider scope of awards, and non-Muslim writers also win awards. possible.

But it is only possible. In previous years, most of the Book Critics Association awards were monopolized by M writers. This time, Shanhe, as a Chinese writer, won the most valuable honor of the Best Novel Award, which indeed attracted a lot of attention. .

The New York Times reported on the front page the list of winners of the Book Critics Circle Award with the title "Chinese genius writer breaks unspoken rules and wins Book Critics Circle Award for Best Novel".

The report praised the fairness of the Book Critics Association, and Shanhe and "Parasite" were once again touted.

The Washington Post's headline read: "Parasite" Lives Up to Its Title, and Young Hill Makes History.

"The New Yorker": "Parasite" strikes again, and the movie of the same name is about to be released.

"Los Angeles Chinese News": Shanhe made history, the Book Critics Association Award went to Asia for the first time, and Shanhe is the honor for people of the yellow race.

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The happiest thing about Shanhe's award is not him himself, but Disney Pictures!
The movie "Parasite" is about to be released, and Shanhe's award is like a fuse, detonating Disney's publicity plan.

Posters of "Parasite" can be seen everywhere on the streets of big cities across the United States. Newspapers, magazines, radio news, and TV news all reported on the award-winning novel "Parasite" and the release of the movie "Parasite".

The reputation of mountains and rivers once again swept the whole M!

Shanhe's Hollywood itinerary became more intensive, and various interviews came from chrysalis.

Disney Studios held a small press conference for Shanhe.

Shanhe and Bruckheimer dealt with reporters' questions on stage.

"Yu, how do you feel about being the first Asian author to win the Book Critics Association Award?"

"Have you watched the movie of the same name as "Parasite"? Are you satisfied with it?"

"Ni's award has increased the media's box office forecast for "Parasite" by 30.00%. Do you agree with this forecast?"

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"Mr. Bruckheimer, Disney and Yau have collaborated on three films, and the first two have been successful. What is your box office forecast for Parasite?"

"How long can the cooperation between Disney Pictures and Shanhe continue? It is said that Time Warner is trying to facilitate a meeting with Qiu. What do you think of this kind of competition?"

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After being bombarded with questions for more than an hour, the press conference finally came to an end. Compared with Shanhe's tired face, Bruckheimer was full of energy.

"Qiu, why are you performing worse than me, a little old man in his 50s? You still need to practice more." Bruckheimer laughed and teased Shan Hedao.

Shan He leaned on the sofa and glanced at Bruckheimer, "Jerry, do you need me to recap the itinerary for you? Every time I come to Hollywood, I feel like I'm being driven away, the pace is too fast."

"This is Vanity Fair. There are so many films released in every schedule in Hollywood. Competition is the norm, and competition for publicity is the most important thing. Every film company is vying for publicity resources. Qiu, you have always been our lucky star!" Bullock Haimer responded.

Shanhe stood up and moved his limbs a few times, "Jerry, what is your box office prediction for "Parasite"? How true are the media's questions just now?"

"Qiu, your award this time, I estimate that it can bring "Parasite" a box office increase of more than 20.00%. I have good news for you. Disney Pictures is discussing increasing your North American box office share, although there is only one point, If the total box office in North America exceeds [-] million, your share will be worth a lot." Bruckheimer replied with a smile.

At this time, Qu Ling came out from the backstage, just in time to hear Bruckheimer's answer.

"So Disney's forecast for the North American box office of "Parasite" is [-] million US dollars? Is it too optimistic!" Qu Ling questioned Bruckheimer.

"Qu, under normal circumstances, the North American box office of "Parasite" is less than [-] million. After all, it is not an entertainment blockbuster, but this is the Oscars season. If "Parasite" can win enough awards at the Oscars, "Parasite" A film suitable for long-term screenings like Parasite can last for a long time, and tens of millions more box office can't be more normal!" Bruckheimer explained to the two.

Qu Ling then asked: "Disney has so much confidence in "Parasite", can it guarantee that it will win at the Oscars?"

Bruckheimer also stood up, unscrewed a bottle of mineral water, and took a sip, "Qu, you don't know the preferences and selection rules of the Oscars. Disney Pictures has invested a lot in this awards season. Globe Awards, the Oscars a month later, and "Parasite" will all shine, I'm sure!"

After listening to Bruckheimer's passionate words, Shanhe gave him a thumbs up, "You are awesome!"

"What, what does awesome mean?" Bruckheimer lamely repeated Shanhe's words.

Shanhe glanced at Qu Ling next to him, and whispered an explanation in Bruckheimer's ear.

Bruckheimer was confused by Shanhe's explanation. It took a minute or two for him to react, and then he let out a burst of laughter.

"fuck, this word is so interesting, you Chinese people are too imaginative, I have to remember, Qiu, you are awesome too! Haha..."

Qu Ling looked at the two of them with disgust and disdain, then walked backstage calmly.

Three days before Christmas in the West, Qu Ling received an appointment call from Time Magazine. Shanhe would be the cover character of the next issue of Time Magazine and receive an exclusive interview.

After getting the news, York even opened a bottle of champagne in the car to celebrate, "Qiu, not everyone can be on the cover of Time. Qiu, this means you are already a real big shot. Congratulations! "

"Thank you!" Shanhe raised the champagne in his hand, "Aunt Qu, when will Time Magazine come for an interview?"

"Tomorrow afternoon, Disney has arranged for us to be on the set, and the interview outline will be sent over tomorrow morning. Time Magazine is a very influential magazine with distribution channels around the world. You have to be careful and don't answer sensitive topics." Qu Ling said to This interview was both exciting and a bit worrying.

Shanhe held his wine glass and thought for a moment, then replied: "I will be careful, Aunt Qu, don't worry, I am no longer a rookie!"

In the morning of the next day, Shanhe received an interview outline from Time Magazine. The questions above were mainly about the Book Critics Association Best Novel Award, mixed with some questions about his growth experience and works, and the achievements of the film adaptation were also mentioned.

These are just general communications before the interview. The reporter's questions are very random. Even with the interview outline, Shanhe dare not take it lightly.

Time Magazine, also known as Time, was founded in 1923 and is one of the first news weekly magazines to appear in the past century.

"Time" is one of the three major current affairs weekly magazines in the United States. It has a wide range of content, including analysis and reports on international current affairs, as well as interviews with celebrities in various industries.

"Times" has a main country edition, an international edition, and European, Asian and Latin American editions.

Shanhe's interview this time is an exclusive interview with the cover character of the main edition of Country M.

In fact, when "Parasite" was released in M ​​country in the first half of the year, "Time Magazine" had the idea of ​​listing Shanhe as the cover character, but it didn't happen.

This time Shanhe came to M country, "Parasite" once again swept the United States, and the editor-in-chief of "Time" Walter Isaacson decisively set Shanhe as the cover character for next month.

In the afternoon, the three of Shanhe arrived at Disney's Los Angeles studio on time. In a large warehouse-like room, Shanhe met a reporter from Time Magazine.

There are five people from Time Magazine, a middle-aged female reporter, a photographer, a videographer, a lighting engineer and a make-up artist.

"Hello, Qiu, I'm Elizabeth Arden, a reporter from Time Magazine. It's a pleasure to communicate with you. I wish us a happy afternoon!" the middle-aged female reporter extended her hand to Shanhe and introduced herself.

Shanhe also reached out to shake hands with each other, looked at the blonde middle-aged girl and said: "I am Qiu Shanhe, and I am also happy to be interviewed by Time Magazine, we will have a pleasant conversation!"

Immediately afterwards, Shanhe began simple makeup, and the cameraman and photographer also prepared their equipment.

Ten minutes later, Elizabeth looked at the mountains and rivers opposite with a smile and said, "Shall we start?"

"can!"

"This is your second visit to country M. Can you tell me about the difference between your visit this time and the last time?" Elizabeth's first question got out of the outline.

Shanhe frowned slightly, and replied: "It's been more than a year, country M hasn't changed much, but I'm an adult, and I have to face more people and things, after all, the world of adults is more complicated. many!"

"Oh? Can you tell me what the adult world looks like in your eyes?"

Shanhe answered simply: "The adult world is a world where ideals and reality are constantly entangled!"

"Wow, well said! Let's get to the point. This time, you won the Best Novel Award from the Book Critics Association. Are you surprised? After all, you are a native of China."

"Before I came to country M, I didn't even know there was this award. I didn't underestimate it. I didn't have the ambition to win it. I didn't know much about literary awards. I didn't know about it. I was very surprised that I won the award, and I also thank the Book Critics Association As for being from Hua Country or M Country, it has nothing to do with the award, everyone is speaking with their works!"

"Parasite is a realistic novel about the black community at the bottom of M country. The authenticity of this novel resonates with many people of color. How do you go beyond your identity in the process of writing to tell about a black family What about tragedy?"

Shanhe thought for a while, "All literary and artistic works are derived from reality, but they are different from reality. The solidification of class division is not unique to M country. I think this is a phenomenon that will occur in every society when it develops to a certain extent. My This novel is not written just for black people. The black family in the book is just a representative. During the more than a month of living in the black community in Country M, I felt that this kind of class opposition would become more and more obvious. Country M If it is not improved, once a fuse ignites it, extremely terrifying energy will explode!"

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"Your novel has achieved so much success in country M, have you considered coming to country M to develop, I believe you will get more money and honor here?" Elizabeth asked very straightforwardly.

"I am very happy to receive honors in Country M, but my family has given me the Chinese identity and bloodline. I cherish this heritage very much. While pursuing success and ideals, everyone must have their own persistence and bottom line. , If people are just profit animals, the world will become very scary!" Shanhe's answer was also very straightforward.

Elizabeth nodded and continued to ask: "China and M are very different. As a successful writer in both countries, how do you view this difference? How do you judge the future of the two countries? of?"

Shanhe frowned and thought for a while, "Different histories and environments have created different national systems and cultural values. The world has become rich and colorful precisely because of its complexity. Differences will bring more possibilities to human society. Now, The Internet is developing faster and faster, and exchanges between the East and the West will become more and more frequent. The complementarity between China and China naturally exists. I think the two big countries in the East and the West can put aside their differences. Cooperation is the development and evolution of mankind. Motivation!"

During the nearly one-and-a-half-hour interview, the two talked and discussed topics such as awards, novels and the country.

"Qiu, I'm glad I spent a pleasant afternoon with you. I saw a lot of things I didn't know about from your answers. I hope to go to China to experience it for myself one day!" Elizabeth greeted politely at the end of the interview. .

"You are welcome to visit China. Chinese people are very hospitable and have many delicious foods. They have different scenery and culture from Country M." Shanhe responded.

Elizabeth nodded with a smile, "I will go, Qiu, this interview will be published in Time Magazine next month, I wish you a happy stay in Country M, goodbye!"

"goodbye!"

(End of this chapter)

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