Entering the Chinese entertainment industry is like entering a deep sea

Chapter 60 Star-studded Premiere

Sina Entertainment News

Yesterday, all members of the Thieves family made a stunning appearance on the red carpet of the Cannes opening ceremony.

The dress, a combination of Chinese and Western styles, fully demonstrates the eclectic style of the Thief Family.

Director Li Chen and the two leading actors are teachers Lü Ru and Li Xuejian.

They all appeared on the red carpet in Zhongshan suits and cheongsams, which represent Chinese characteristics.

Received unanimous praise from local media.

The Qinghong crew of another mainland film in the main competition unit was absent from the opening ceremony red carpet.

The reporter called Qinghong director Wang Xiaoshuai.

Director Wang Xiaoshuai bluntly stated that lack of funds is only one aspect.

More importantly, the opening ceremony is not important, leave it to those who want to show off.

When Yang Siwei saw the news, he immediately became furious.

Netizens made jokes.

"I really need the rent for those few days. I'm so embarrassed that I'm leaving the country."

"Qinghong shines in Cannes without attending the opening ceremony red carpet!"

"What a weird director, what a weird reason. This is the first time I've heard of someone not attending because of lack of money."

"Boss, do you think Wang Xiaoshuai is thinking before he speaks?"

"You didn't attend, but you implied the crew who did." Yang Siwei was furious and said angrily.

Li Chen also felt uncomfortable, but was hindered by the presence of Lu Ruo and Li Xuejian.

Still holding back: "Forget it, don't worry about them."

If we care about it now, we will just be making a fool of ourselves in front of foreigners.

The Chinese haven’t even received their award yet and they’ve already started to quarrel among themselves!

Starting the next day, films began to be screened in the non-competitive section.

The first one is Black Widow’s “Match Point”.

Li Chen's crew also received an invitation to the premiere.

But Li Chen didn't go. If he had gone, Old Han would probably have torn him apart.

I would rather watch the premiere of a non-competitive film than come to Wuji's promotion meeting.

There was Wuji's promotion meeting in the evening, and Han Sanping called him and asked him to come over.

Li Chen had reason to refuse.

Besides, those who go there are the film producers, so what is there for him to do?

No matter what Han Sanping said, he refused to give in.

Li Chen asked Yang Siwei to inform everyone to have a good rest today.

Get enough rest so that you can prepare for the premiere of Shoplifters on the 15th.

He doesn't care what Han Sanping does.

This time, Li Chen used all the connections he could.

Yang Shoucheng helped him contact Southeast Asian, European and American film producers who wanted to purchase the copyright of New World.

Big Brother Long’s company is backed by Yinghuang, so naturally he will come to support.

Including Warner, Paramount, CJ and Toho, which had previously been in contact with Li Chen.

As for the Chinese directors and film and television company bosses who come to Cannes, no one will disrespect them as long as Han Sanping is there.

Early in the morning on the 15th.

Han Sanping gathered all the members of the thief family together.

The Wuji promotion conference was a great success.

This allowed Han Sanping to finally focus his attention on the thief family without any pressure.

Chen Kaige and his wife gained both fame and fortune.

The president of the Cannes Film Festival personally received Chen Kaige.

Chen Hong also relaxed and strolled along the beach.

Domestic media interviewed Chen Hong.

According to her, The Promise created a new record for domestic films going overseas.

Therefore, even if the thief family ran away, Li Chen estimated that Han Sanping would not care.

With an investment of 20 million, it is impossible to lose money as long as you enter the main competition unit.

"Sister Lu, Xuejian, today is not going to be easy. You two should be mentally prepared." Han Sanping said with a smile.

After exchanging a few pleasantries with the crew members, Han Sanping left.

"Shall we set off too? Thank you two teachers for your hard work today." Li Chen said in high spirits.

"Let's go, then. Will my old bones be able to walk the red carpet one more time?" Lu Ying joked with a smile.

Li Chen also smiled and said, "Teacher Lu, I'm afraid you will have to go one more time besides this time."

"Director Li is right. There is also the closing ceremony red carpet. We will definitely win an award." Mei Ting continued. The Thief Family is the focus of today.

From the film screening in the morning to the press conference at noon.

Then there are the media interviews in the afternoon and the red carpet premiere in the evening, so it can be said that the schedule is full.

At the promotion reception, all major film producers, especially those in Southeast Asia, were unanimously optimistic about Shoplifters, which made Han Sanping somewhat pleasantly surprised.

Many important figures also attended the reception.

Among them are the presidents of the Berlin and Venice film festivals and the editor-in-chief of Time magazine.

Several people were amazed at Li Chen's youth.

I don’t know if Li Chen was overthinking, but he always felt that the editor-in-chief of Time magazine looked at him as if he had met his sweetheart!
In the group photo, Li Chen's young oriental face appears even more eye-catching.

After the movie was over, the producers Li Chen and Han Sanping were surrounded by the film producers.

Local and domestic media rushed to grab the material.

The reporter from Sina excitedly told his colleagues: "Director Li's promotional event cannot be compared with the scale of Wuji."

"But the number of film producers and their enthusiasm are no worse than Wuji!"

After finally getting rid of the film producer's entanglement, Han Sanping said happily: "You always surprise me."

"From now on, don't worry about anything else. I'll go talk to them."

The main creative staff also had happy expressions on their faces, even though they didn't get a penny from the deal with the film producers.

But doesn’t the fact that it’s favored by most film producers better illustrate the film’s audience reach?
Li Chen was also happy in his heart, but he did not agree with Han Sanping's statement.

"Director Han, wait a minute. There's no rush to trade."

Han Sanping was a little surprised. He raised his eyebrows and glanced at Li Chen and said, "Do you want to wait for the result?"

Li Chen did not hide it and nodded, "If I can win the prize, the price will not be the current price."

Han Sanping certainly knows this, but can he win the prize?
"You should think carefully. If we don't win the award in the end, the film company's share will be almost full."

"By then, the price will definitely be lowered!"

According to Han Sanping's idea, now that someone is bidding, it is the best time to trade.

If it really comes to the award ceremony, no one would dare to gamble, especially a newcomer like Li Chen.

No one can tell the pulse of the Cannes Film Festival.

Li Chen said seriously: "I've made up my mind, Mr. Han."

"Just listen to me. You can make as much money as you want, but you won't lose anything."

"But if there is a prize, then I will gain both fame and fortune. This deal is worth it!"

Han Sanping was silent for a while before he said, "Well, I didn't expect you to be so ambitious!"

Li Chen laughed and said, "Director Han, a soldier who doesn't want to be a general is not a good soldier."

What's more, in Li Chen's mind, now is indeed not the best time to make a deal.

The press conference at noon, facing media interviews.

Li Chen talked and laughed freely, showing none of the nervousness and excitement of a newcomer.

"Director Li Chen, the promotion meeting held this morning received a strong response, and the film producers are all optimistic about Shoplifters."

"But it seems that there has not been a single transaction so far. Can you explain why?"

A French reporter asked the first question in English.

Li Chen replied with a smile in Chinese: "The reason is very simple. After entering the main competition, who wouldn't want the Palme d'Or?"

"I don't want my film to be devalued before it even competes with other great films from around the world."

"Wouldn't it be a clear signal to the world that the Palme d'Or is hopeless if the deal was made early?"

Real-time information about the Thief Family’s launch and press conference was transmitted back to China that evening.

Netizens applauded.

"Director Li is very generous. Compared with the face of the Chinese people, he doesn't lack that little money."

"Unlike some people, who have never seen money in their lives! The room fee has become a fucking reason for not attending the opening ceremony."

When Wang Xiaoshuai saw these comments, he felt as sick as if he had eaten a fly.

Soon it was the evening premiere, after a day of fermentation and Han Sanping's hard work.

Surprisingly.

The premiere of Shoplifters was even more star-studded than the opening ceremony's red carpet.

Han Sanping spoke, and all the people in the circle in Cannes came to show their support.

Zhou Xinchi, Cheng Long, Chen Kaige and his wife, Wang Zhonglei, Zhang Ziyi and others all showed up at the premiere.

The young and hot Black Widow also appeared with the Match Point crew.

Other crews from the main competition unit also came here to participate

Many big names from China and abroad gathered at the scene.

Everyone wants to see what is so special about this family of thieves that has become a hot topic today.

　Please read on, family members.
　　
　
(End of this chapter)