Entering the Chinese entertainment industry is like entering a deep sea

Chapter 63 Moment of Glory
The guests at the scene and Li Chen applauded the winners.

Li Chen and Li Xuejian hugged each other and said sincerely: "Congratulations, Teacher Xuejian."

"Thank you"

With just two simple words, Li Xuejian turned around and walked steadily onto the podium.

Received the Golden Branch gift box and certificate from Penelope Cruz.

Li Xuejian seemed unusually calm when giving his acceptance speech.

“Thank you to the director and the jury for their recognition.”

"I hope more and more Chinese actors can come to Cannes in the future."

"Thank you"

After saying that, Li Xuejian slowly walked down from the podium.

Wan Qian whispered in Mei Ting's ear: "Sister Ting, do you think there will be more prizes later?"

Mei Ting didn't turn around and whispered, "It's hard to say."

Not only Mei Ting couldn't tell, even the Danai brothers standing next to him couldn't tell for sure.

Until the last moment, the Palme d'Or could go to anyone.

It’s just that Shoplifters won the Best Actor award.

Then the possibility of winning the Palme d'Or is smaller.

The Best Actress award went to Israeli actress Ana Ras.

Mei Ting and Lu Ying had a premonition after Li Xuejian won the award.

Following the Best Screenplay award presenter, Zhang Ziyi and jury chairman Emile took the stage together.

The moment Zhang Ziyi came on stage, Li Chen had a feeling that it was definitely not him.

As expected, the best screenplay was given to "Three Funerals" by Eskar.

The Best Director award was given to the Dardenne brothers. Li Chen felt relieved, but his mind was in a mess.

Now comes the two most anticipated awards.

He and the Dardenne brothers all won awards for the three highest-rated films.

Could it be that these two big prizes will be won side by side? Will Broken Flower definitely win one?
The first award was the Grand Jury Prize, and Li Chen unconsciously glanced at Jarmusch and the Dardenne brothers.

All three of them stared at the podium intently.

At this moment, Li Chen no longer paid attention to what the award presenter looked like.

A pair of eyes were fixed on the mouth that was presenting the award.

Just hearing the English words read out immediately made Li Chen lose a lot of his spirit.

Broken Flowers, Jarmusch.

There was applause at the scene, and Li Chen also applauded.

The Danei brothers applauded and glanced at Li Chen at the same time.

It was exactly the same action as Li Chen's just now.

Now it’s time for the most exciting Palme d’Or.

Two Oscar-winning actors and actresses took the stage as award presenters.

The guests at the scene all focused their attention on the Dardenne brothers.

A few people also looked at Li Chen.

If Jarmusch won the Grand Jury Prize, he would definitely miss out on the Palme d'Or.

But Li Chen still has a chance.

This is how Li Chen felt in his heart at this moment.

It's like a gamer using cheats encountering a top professional player.

Who wins and who loses will depend on the results.

Li Chen didn't hear a word of the nonsense uttered by Oscar-winning actress Hillary Clinton and Oscar-winning actor Morgan Freeman.

Until we get to the point.

All members of the thief family held their breath.

The winner of this year's Palme d'Or is
"Shoplifters"

Han Sanping, Wu Yusen, Hou Hsiao-hsien, Zhang Ziyi, Wang Xiaoshuai, and Gao Yuanyuan stood up and applauded for Shoplifters.

“I won?”

Li Chen looked relatively calm.

But how fast his heart was beating, probably only he, the person involved, knew.

At this moment, it seemed as if everything around me had disappeared and everything was white.

Still excited, Han Sanping gave Li Chen a big hug, bringing him back to reality.

Han Sanping patted Li Chen's back vigorously: "Good boy, you are amazing!"

Han Sanping really didn't expect that Li Chen would actually win the gold medal and shine in Cannes.

He is already in his fifties, but he couldn't help but be very excited.

He also made great efforts to help the thief family pass the trial.

These are all real achievements that need to be recorded in the book of merit, and the term of office will be changed in a year.

Li Chen's winning of the gold medal was a great boost to him.

The members of the thief family were ecstatic and hugged each other in greeting.

All the guests present gave their warmest applause to this most special family.

The director is in his early twenties and the actors range from 65 to 10 years old.

Everyone gave a wonderful performance.

"Don't just stand there, come up to the stage and receive your award." Han Sanping said with a smile.

Li Chen nodded, pulled the corner of his clothes, and stepped onto the podium.

The two award presenters hugged Li Chen one after another.

Hillary, whose white skin was so bright, spoke in English as she kissed him cheek to cheek.

Congratulations, you mysterious oriental director.

Li Chen hadn't even said thank you yet.

Hillary kissed him on the cheek.

Li Chen was a little slow to react to the opponent's sneak attack.

Hillary smiled brightly: "Congratulations again, to the talented young director from the mysterious country of the East."

"He is so young and so attractive. Please forgive me for not being able to help myself."

Hillary's kiss brought the atmosphere to a climax.

The reporter from Sina said excitedly that this material was going to be a hit.

I later wrote an article with the title "Oscar-winning actress couldn't help but kiss director Li."

It was Li Chen's turn to give his acceptance speech.

Li Chen had thought about what he would say if he won the award, so he was not panicked.

Holding the certificate and the gift box containing the Palme d'Or, he leaned forward slightly and said.

"Thank you to every member of the Thief Family. Thank you for making the Thief Family complete."

"Without your wonderful performance, there would be no Shoplifters. Thank you."

"I would also like to thank the producer of Shoplifters, Han Sanping, for his strong support and my teacher Tian Zhuangzhuang for his hard work behind the scenes."

"Thank you!"

An awards ceremony made Li Chen's name famous in Cannes and the world film industry.

Li Chen became the youngest winner of the Palme d'Or.

Agence France-Presse and Xinhua Daily reported the news of Li Chen winning the gold medal in Cannes as soon as possible.

Just returned to the hotel, the members of the thief family were still immersed in the party.

Even Lu Ru and Li Xuejian were infected.

Han Sanping will hold a grand celebration banquet in Cannes tomorrow, which is the pride of Chinese films.

China Film Corporation, where Han Sanping works, is one of the only two producers.

With Han Sanping's personality, he would have loved to hold the celebration party on the Eiffel Tower.

Han Sanping had been on the phone and just hung up.

Han Sanping smiled and said, "Li Chen, guess who called me just now."

Li Chen smiled and said, "Boss Han, I can't guess that."

Han Sanping laughed heartily: "It was the editor-in-chief of Time magazine, asking me for your contact information."

As he was speaking, Li Chen's phone rang.

After hanging up the phone, everyone stared at Li Chen.

Han Sanping asked, "What do you mean?"

Li Chen was a little undecided.

Hesitantly, “Time magazine wants to use my photo as the cover of their next Asian edition.”

“Still want to interview me”

Everyone in the room was happy for Li Chen. Yang Siwei said with a smile, "Boss, this is a great thing."

"Why, why do I feel like you are still a little reluctant?"

Li Xuejian and Li Chen have been together for nearly half a year, and he probably understands Li Chen's thoughts.

"Li Chen probably doesn't want to be in the spotlight."

Li Chen smiled bitterly and said, "Teacher Xue Jian still sees things clearly."

Han Sanping said unhappily, "How can this be called showing off?"

"This is an honor. There is no need to hesitate. I will make the decision for you."

"I'll call him now."

Han Sanping made a decision for Li Chen quickly and efficiently.

Five minutes later, Han Sanping came back and said, "It's agreed that the interview will be held at the celebration banquet tomorrow."

"Don't think this is a small matter, kid."

"I just want to say that last year, the person who appeared on the cover of Time magazine was Liu Xiang!"

"You decide for yourself."

(End of this chapter)