China Entertainment: I am a big boss in the industry

Chapter 854: Voting for the final winning work
Lin Gao looked out the car window and saw posters and slogans lining the streets, as well as movie fans and reporters from all over the world.

The whole city became bustling with the arrival of the film festival.

The car finally stopped in front of a luxury hotel.

This is the exclusive hotel arranged by the Cannes Film Festival for jury members and some important guests.

Lin Gao got out of the car, looked up at this building with a French romantic atmosphere, and felt a little relieved.

"Do we need to wear formal attire tonight's welcome dinner?"

Lin Gao asked Wei Lianlian half-jokingly.

Wei Lianlian smiled and nodded.

"Of course, this is a formal occasion."

"I have prepared the most suitable dress for you."

Lin Gao smiled helplessly.

"Okay, I'll listen to you then."

At seven o'clock in the evening, Lin Gao changed into a black suit and tied a tie.

He stood in front of the mirror, looking at his neatly dressed self, and felt an unfamiliar sense of nervousness in his heart.

Although I have participated in countless film premieres and award ceremonies, this is my first time attending a dinner as a jury member.

"Are you ready?"

Wei knocked on the door, poked his head in and asked.

Lin Gao nodded and walked out of the room.

The two took the elevator to the hotel's banquet hall.

The atmosphere of the dinner was elegant and noble.

Men and women in formal attire chatted back and forth, and the air was filled with the aroma of French wine.

As soon as Lin Gao entered the banquet hall, he was led by a staff member to the exclusive area for the jury.

Other jury members have arrived and are greeting the festival organizers and the media.

Lingao met Jean-Pierre, a French director known worldwide for his unique style.

"Lin Gao!"

When Jean-Pierre saw him, he smiled warmly and took the initiative to walk forward and shake his hand.

"Nice to meet you. I've heard of you a lot."

Lin Gao smiled and shook his hand back.

"I am also a fan of yours and it is an honor to work with you."

The two exchanged a few pleasantries, and then Lin Gao met several other members of the jury.

Everyone has made great achievements in their respective fields. Although they come from different countries and cultures, they share a common passion and pursuit for film art.

After the dinner started, the organizer gave a brief speech, thanking each jury member for coming and expressing his expectations for the upcoming film festival.

Lin Gao listened carefully in his seat.

He knew the next few days would be intense.

The jury's job is not just to watch films, but also to conduct detailed discussions and vote to decide the final award-winning works of the film festival.

After the dinner, Lin Gao briefly exchanged greetings with other jury members and returned to his hotel room early.

He knew that tomorrow would be the beginning of a long journey.

The next day, the official schedule of the film festival began.

Lin Gao and the members of the jury sat in an exclusive screening room to watch the first participating film.

This is an independent film from Argentina, the story is full of dramatic conflicts and emotional tension.

Lin Gao watched the film carefully, not missing a single detail.

As a member of the jury, he must remain absolutely impartial and professional.

After the film, the jury members began to discuss.

“I think the emotional handling of this film is very good and the director’s approach is very mature.”

Jean-Pierre was the first to express his opinion.

Martha Craig said: "I think the plot is a bit bland. Although the actors' performances are excellent, the overall pace is a bit slow." After listening to their speeches, Lin Gao thought for a while.

"I agree with Martha. The movie is emotionally well done, but the plot is a little lackluster."

“Especially the scenes in the middle, they feel a bit repetitive.”

Everyone was talking at once and a heated discussion broke out.

Lin Gao found that this kind of discussion not only allowed him to see the film perspectives from different cultural backgrounds, but also made him think more deeply about the essence of film.

After a day of screenings, Lin Gao felt a little tired, but also full of a sense of accomplishment.

As a member of the jury, he is not only judging films, but also exchanging ideas with the world's top filmmakers.

When they returned to the hotel in the evening, Wei Lianlian noticed that Lin Gao was tired.

"how are you today?"

She asked with concern.

Lin Gao smiled.

“Very fulfilling.”

“Every movie makes me re-examine my own film concepts.”

Wei nodded repeatedly.

"That's good. Don't be too tired. The next few days are still long."

Lin Gao leaned back on the sofa, closed his eyes and rested for a while.

“I know this is just the beginning.”

In the following days, Lin Gao and the jury's work gradually got on track.

They watched several of the competing films each day and then discussed them in detail.

Every movie represents the director’s hard work, and Lin Gao dare not be negligent in the slightest.

He often had in-depth discussions with Jean-Pierre and other jury members, and gained a lot of new ideas from their perspectives.

One of the French films left a deep impression on Lin Gao.

This film is set against the backdrop of World War II and tells the story of a pair of brothers' separation and reunion during the war. The emotions are delicate and moving.

After reading it, Lin Gao didn't speak for a long time.

As the other jury members began their discussion, Lin Gao spoke slowly.

"The film's emotional portrayal is very delicate, and the director uses subtle lens language to show the character's inner struggle."

“Especially the last scene, it completely shocked me.”

Martha nodded in agreement.

“It’s an exceptional piece of work, with a perfect combination of emotion and history.”

Everyone gave the film a very high rating, and Lin Gao had a feeling that this film had a good chance of winning an important award at the film festival.

As the film festival progressed, Lin Gao gradually adapted to the rhythm of judging.

He is learning and absorbing film creation concepts from all over the world every day, which gives him a deeper understanding of film art.

Every day in Cannes is full of surprises and challenges.

Whether it was the film screenings or the discussions with the jury members, Lin Gao felt that his horizons had been greatly broadened.

Finally, the last day of the film festival arrived.

The jury members will vote to select the final winning works.

Lin Gao sat in the conference room and looked around. Everyone's expressions seemed particularly solemn.

Everyone knows that the next decision will affect the fate of countless filmmakers.

After several hours of discussion and voting, the jury finally reached a consensus.

When the results were announced, Lin Gao breathed a sigh of relief.

He knew that this was not only a fair result, but also the highest tribute to the art of film.

At the closing ceremony of the film festival, Lin Gao and other jury members stood on the stage and witnessed the exciting moments of the winners together.

(End of this chapter)