new kung fu king

Chapter 351 Focus at the Oscars

After the "Time" magazine ended, Wang Xiaohu stayed in the office for half a day, because the "Time" reporter Sal's words touched him, and he couldn't help but reflect deeply.

The threat of Hollywood movies to Chinese movies comes from the strong background of American national power and "modernization" culture, from the experience of the American capitalist film industry mechanism in the past century, and from its years of cultivation of the international film culture consumer market. Of course, it also comes from its extensive absorption and integration of film talents, funds, and technology by using its own advantages.

Wang Xiaohu still remembers that in the face of this threat, China adopted various administrative measures to support the production and distribution of domestically produced films and limit and control the quantity and distribution of imported films, and adopted institutional changes in the production, distribution, and exhibition industries and large-scale At the same time, many Chinese filmmakers are trying to find the survival path of local films through the choice of film culture in the limited space of Chinese ideology: or, through internationalization strategies Expand the living space of movies, such as the films of Zhang Yimou and Chen Kaige; or produce consumer entertainment movies through local industrialization operations, such as Feng Xiaogang's "New Year's Movies"; or provide a kind of Local humanistic care, highlighting the siege of Hollywood, maintaining a national perspective in the process of globalization, such as Huang Jianxin's urban films...Obviously, just like the title of the first column of the second issue of "Film Art" in 2000, an important academic journal sponsored by the China Film Artists Association, "Enhancing the competitiveness of Chinese films in the face of wto" has become a reality test for Chinese films.

In the context of globalization, Chinese films are trying to enter the international film market, but they are struggling.In Wang Xiaohu's memory, it seems that only Ang Lee's "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" was really accepted by Westerners. It was from that time that the second round of Kung Fu craze started around the world, followed by "Hero" and "The Promise". Liu also wanted to hitch a ride, but unfortunately the effect was not good, and "The Promise" was directly rejected by some Western countries.

It can be seen how difficult it is for Lao Mei to accept Chinese culture. There is no good way for Wang Xiaohu to hold his chin and sigh for a long time.After all, this is not a situation that he can turn around alone. To achieve this goal, more outstanding talents are needed to join and improve, and fully tap the Chinese cultural heritage.

The 46th Academy Awards ceremony was held on April 1974, 4 at the Music Center in Los Angeles, California, USA. During these two days, people were guessing who would be the lucky one.

Wang Xiaohu knew in his previous life: the biggest highlight of the Oscars is watching the stars walk the red carpet. On this day, the handsome men and women in Hollywood will dress up more brilliantly than their own weddings, because this kind of opportunity is unique. If your clothes Dressing up to be voted most impressive and memorable by The Hollywood Journal will be a rare promotional opportunity.If he is rated as the worst impression, then he will be hit hard in the next year, and even his career as an actor will be affected to some extent.

Different from other actors who dressed up solemnly, when Wang Xiaohu, Zhao Yazhi, and the main creators of "Rocky" appeared on the red carpet, they immediately attracted surprised voices from the reporters present.

Originally, Wang Xiaohu was going to appear in a red Tang suit, but after thinking about it, he still put on a Chinese tunic suit, while Zhao Yazhi next to him was wearing a rose red Chinese cheongsam, which was more suitable to show her impressive looks on this occasion figure.

Zhao Yazhi is holding her husband's arm like a bird, with a very comfortable smile on her face. The young couple appeared in such a dress and immediately murdered a large number of films, which made many people walk past or prepare to walk on the red carpet The female stars are quite jealous, because Zhao Yazhi did not attend the Oscars with nominations for leading actress and supporting actress, but received a higher return rate and attention rate than them.

"Who is that oriental woman?" An actress in a bare-chested evening dress asked her companion in a low voice.

"It seems to be Tiger Wang's wife, she looks like an oriental woman!" Another actress dressed in peacock green said, "That outfit seems to match my figure, and I will ask someone to order it later. All in one."

The red carpet was crowded with many media reporters and movie fans, many of them Chinese and black came to cheer and cheer for Wang Xiaohu. In their memory, this was the first time a Chinese appeared on the Oscar red carpet. As Chinese, their faces They kept shouting the name "Wang Xiaohu". For these banana people holding American green cards, Wang Xiaohu and Zhao Yazhi greeted them with smiles.

"Tiger, how does it feel to walk on the red carpet?" At the end of the red carpet and about to enter the main entrance of the Los Angeles Music Center, the editor-in-chief of "Los Angeles Daily" Ben Fortes rushed over and held a long microphone and said: "A lot Anyone who walks the red carpet for the first time hopes that this road will never end, do you have such an idea?"

"No, I haven't at all!" Wang Xiaohu's answer surprised everyone, and then he said with a smile: "If there is no end, I may go on this road forever, don't I eat or drink? If that's the case , I would rather this road be shorter, as long as I work hard every year, I will often meet you here!"

"What a big tone! Who does he think he is, and he wants to attend the Oscars every year!" There was such a whisper from the crowd, and Wang Xiaohu heard it all. He didn't explain anything, but hugged Zhao Yazhi and walked into the room slowly. Music centre.

The Los Angeles Music Center has become the culmination of the Oscar awards in recent years. As soon as he walked in, Wang Xiaohu suddenly felt a burst of jewels in front of him. The actresses in the venue were wearing dazzling gold, silver and diamond jewelry on their necks and ears. Looking over at Zhao Yazhi, she said with a smile: "My lady, it seems that I have to change some outfits for you to go out. You see, the diamond necklace on the neck of that black actress is twice as big as yours."

Zhao Yazhi smiled lightly and said: "Only in this way can she show her uniqueness. You should know that I am not very keen on these, but if you take the initiative to buy it for me, I will not refuse."

"Hehe, let's buy one bigger than hers later." Wang Xiaohu rarely showed the demeanor of a nouveau riche. If people who don't know come here and think that there is a jewelry display here, it shows how much everyone attaches importance to Oscar. , On the other hand, I feel a little "shabby".

Stallone and Lucas then came in with their female companions. Stallone's female companion was "Rocky" actress Talia Shire, and Lucas' female companion was his wife.

The Oscar organizers arranged Wang Xiaohu in the front position, because Wang Xiaohu's team is not a minority. In addition to the male and female leading actors of "Rocky", there are also Pete Young (old boxing coach Mickey), music creator Bill Kang Mention, photographer Xie Dongchen, Li Qingsheng's master and apprentice, a total of seven or eight records are buckled on Wang Xiaohu's head, the youngest director, the most nominated for one time, the first Chinese director, the creator of the American box office miracle, in short He's the biggest man of the night right now, and even if he doesn't pick up any awards, there's no denying his influence.

"Tiger, don't be so careless, okay? It would be the best thing if you win an award, because from the perspective of box office, if a film can be nominated, it will increase your social status in the Hollywood circle, It is conservatively estimated that your next film will increase the box office revenue by 2000 million, and if you finally win the Oscar, it will be an increase of at least 3000 million!" Sitting next to Wang Xiaohu, Lucas chatted endlessly about Wang Xiaohu's Oscar. The rookie acts as the narrator.

"Really?" Wang Xiaohu suddenly became interested. He never thought that getting a nomination would increase the box office. He had never heard of such a good side effect. He smiled and said, "Your "American Graffiti" was also nominated. Is it, then I want to congratulate you for harvesting 2000 million, and I must treat you later."

"Dude, please be serious, look at those people who are sitting in jeopardy or wanting to sell themselves, don't you think it's easy to get nominated?" Lucas rolled his eyes depressed and said: "Although the films are getting nominated After the nomination, the Oscar review committee had the opportunity of "internal screening", but no one has ever watched every movie from beginning to end. Therefore, major film companies have published advertisements and introduced their own in a humble tone. Film. A video tape was sent to each judge. The stars also tried their best to put on a show one after another to impress the committee members. The Oscar statuette is like a magic spell. Some are bored. Some are disappointed again and again. And some demur."

"For example?" Wang Xiaohu asked.

"If you are far away, you may not have the impression. Last year, the premiere night of "The Godfather" horrified the Hollywood film giants. Its grandeur was definitely no less than the premiere of "Gone with the Wind" in 1939. Lian Kissin Gerry and many members of the House of Representatives were present to support him. Brando's extraordinary performance was rewarded. He was nominated for another Best Actor Oscar after 15 years of silence. However, on the eve of the awards show, he broke the news: Not only did he reject the Best Actor Golden Globe awarded by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, he also threatened: "In this country.No honor at all. "This move made the academy very nervous, and they hurriedly called to find out his attitude towards this award, but Marlon Brando mysteriously disappeared."

Later, Wang Xiaohu got the answer through the newspaper, because at this time the venue suddenly became quiet, and the four hosts walked onto the awards stage hand in hand. After Lucas' introduction, Wang Xiaohu learned that the hosts were John Houston, David Niven, Bute Reynolds, Diana Ruth.

"Ladies and gentlemen, it's a pleasure to spend a wonderful evening with you all. I'm glad that I can stand here again to host the world's film festival, which shows that I am not old-fashioned." John Huston's humorous opening remarks It drew everyone's applause: "Then, let's enjoy an exciting piece of music first. You must be familiar with this piece of music!"

John Huston made a fool of himself, the red curtain of the awards stage slowly opened, and Bill Conti in a black dress stood at the front of the band with a baton in his hand. Behind him stood six players holding trombones, The trumpet and saxophone players, as soon as they appeared on the stage, Wang Xiaohu immediately understood that "Gonna-Fly-Now" became the opening music of the 46th Academy Awards ceremony, no wonder Bill Conti sneaked away just now.

As for the six people standing behind Bill Conti, Wang Xiaohu also had an impression. They were the backbone of Mena Ferguson's band. They had made guest appearances in "Home Alone", so they were unexpectedly invited.

"It's Bill and the others!" Stallone exclaimed, belatedly realizing what the music was about.

While the others were still in the mist, Bill Conti bowed to salute everyone, then turned around and waved the baton in his hand, and saw Mena Ferguson immediately put the trumpet to his mouth, and there was a burst of dull The long sound of the trumpet was heard in the venue.

"OMG, it's Rocky's episode!"

"God, hearing this uplifting music again, it always makes me go crazy every time I hear it!"

"It's Rocky!"

From time to time, someone in the seat came to their senses, yes, no wonder the host just said that he was familiar with it, isn’t this exhilarating music from “Rocky”, which broke the box office record of “The Godfather” last year?On this occasion, does appearing in such a way mean that "Rocky" will be the big winner tonight?And will the oriental Tiger King also be the protagonist tonight?
After the music accompaniment, the Oscar ceremony opened. The President of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences delivered an opening speech, thanking the guests together and praising the great achievements of American film artists in the past year. In the final speech, the old President turned his attention to Wang Xiaohu, Said in a very excited tone: "If there is anything that surprised me in the past year, it should be Tiger Wang, the director from Dongfanghong China. He made me see the flourishing development of Chinese movies. He has made great contributions to the Oscars on behalf of Chinese filmmakers, and I believe China will become a member of the Oscar family in the future."

As soon as this remark was made, the audience was in an uproar, and everyone's eyes were focused on Wang Xiaohu's stage. The cameraman of the Los Angeles TV station in charge of the broadcast ran over with the camera on his shoulders and gave Wang Xiaohu a close-up from far to near. Said that the awards have not yet started, Wang Xiaohu has become the protagonist of the party for the second time.——
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