Chapter 541: Berlin Opening (6k for monthly tickets)
"chen, "The Lord of Mystery" is only released to the second part now, will the third part be released this year?"
Reporters are still asking questions at Berlin Airport. "It will probably be in the second half of the year."
In fact, Chen Linfeng also writes on weekdays.
He is more attentive to "The Lord of Mystery" and try not to stop the rhythm as much as possible. One movie a year is not a big problem.
So I am very confident to say this.
"Some media called "The Mysterious Lord" 'Harry Potter' second'. Do you agree with this view?"
"Every writer does not want to be anyone's 'second' when creating a work."
"So you don't agree with this view?"
"So you don't agree with this view?"
Chen Linfeng blinked, "I think I have answered your question."
On the other side, other media reporters couldn't wait to ask questions,
"Hello, I am a reporter from the Voice of Pretty. There is news that at the end of last year, the Chinese people persecuted the writer Mo Yan. Is this true?"
A group of reporters looked at each other. We are all entertainment media. Why did you suddenly have a political problem?
Chen Linfeng knew the media name reported by the other party.
"Your news is inaccurate. When Nobel officially presented the award to Mo Yan last year, the award speech he read was very inappropriate and full of slander and prejudice. This implicated Mo Yan and made him spontaneously boycott by many ordinary people in China.
But the persecution you mentioned is purely false. Is it true that in the European and American world, a public figure who was scolded by opponents online or in newspapers is considered persecution?"
He obviously asked other media reporters for this last sentence.
A reporter sings, "Of course not, it's normal for public figures to be scolded."
"Yes, according to him, the European and American worlds are also persecuted everywhere."
"He's talking nonsense, chen, don't worry about him, let's continue to ask other questions."
"..."
Chen Linfeng smiled on his face as he heard these words.
He kindly reminded, "Sir, the question you asked today has been recorded by other media. I hope you can report it truthfully in the future. My team members will also follow up on subsequent reports."
"Puff!"
A reporter couldn't help laughing and laughed out loud.
This obviously doesn't believe in the media "Pretty Voice of the Country", just to say that he is "fakenews".
The reporter blushed, obviously because he was angry.
But there was no way. The reporters around him were not in the same group as him, and even laughed at him in turn.
Damn it!
Everyone stopped following the reporter and asked.
However, at this time, Luo Lin and two other drivers and bodyguards had already arrived with the airport security guards and separated the crowd to bring Chen Linfeng out.
Huh~
After coming out, Chen Linfeng couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief, "I haven't been surrounded by interviews like this for a while, it's still difficult to answer questions with all my brains."
Sister Mei smiled, "You didn't feel embarrassed before."
"That's right, boss, you're lazy." Xiao Chang said, "How to answer reporters' questions is also a skill. You can use it as a waste, boss." "Go away," Chen Linfeng glared at her, always big or small.
That's right, he actually likes Xiao Chang's personality of saying whatever he says.
The Berlin Film Festival is in the Mitte District, Friedrich Street in the heart of Berlin.
In this regard, the difference between the Berlin Film Festival and the other two European film festivals is quite big.
And the difference is not only about the venue, but also has a relatively large gap in style.
Berlin is relatively more focused on the political attributes of movies, and often has similar labels and is relatively more popular.
Chen Linfeng will use "The Joker" as a weapon to attack the Golden Bear, and this factor is also taken into account.
Similarly, Han Shanping also mentioned this.
He arrived in Berlin the next afternoon.
When Chen Linfeng went to greet him, he kept complaining, saying why we didn’t wait for one more day and we all set off together.
In addition, Leonardo, Alex, Jeff Jones and others arrived on the same day.
Warner may not have cared about the movie "The Joker" at first, but now he has changed his face.
Last summer, "Inception" turned to attention. At the end of last year, I saw Warner senior executives who had filmed a lot, but I thought the award-winning market had risen sharply.
So, not only will Alex, who has always had a good relationship with Chen Linfeng, send him here, but Jeff Jones, the creative president of DC, also comes.
There are other people on the team who are all trying to help "The Joker" win the award.
Once you win the award, it will not only be a major improvement for Chen Linfeng, but the movie itself will also be better for marketing.
In the evening, after everyone gathered, they now look for the screening room to broadcast the movie.
Among everyone present, Warner's people and Chen Linfeng naturally saw it.
Leonardo, Han Shanping, and the people in charge of public relations and award-winning personnel in the team are all watching for the first time.
The 2-hour movie was broadcast and the scene was silent.
After a long time, the applause rang out fiercely.
Leonardo blushed, making the boss applaud his hands.
The others were also excited.
Only Han Shanping was a little hesitant. He understood the movie, and the content he said was quite exciting.
He is just a Chinese, but he is actually not very empathetic.
But when he saw the excitement from the heart of the people around him, he knew in his heart that this was the plot inside, and people in the European and American world might have a deeper understanding. "chen, you filmed me so well. I didn't expect it to be so good!" Leonardo was still excited. When filming on the crew, he really felt that he had a breakthrough in his performance.
However, until he saw the film, he suddenly realized that this time it was really different.
Jeff Jones nodded, "Leo's performance is indeed very good. When watching it, I almost forgot the actor himself and devoted myself to the plot."
"Especially the crazy and unrestrained solo dance," Han Shanping's appreciation level was not low, and he suddenly said the key point. "This will be a classic shot." "Yeah." "Yes!" "I think so too."
Everyone nodded and said yes, that impression on them was too deep.
After praising her for a while, Alex looked at the public relations staff in the team, "You have also understood the situation of this movie. I hope you can take more attention in the subsequent awards."
Public relations manager Jamie Coffman nodded decisively, "Director Chen's film quality is very high, which is very beneficial to our work."
Then, Jamie took the team members out of the room, and they wanted to discuss subsequent public relations and publicity plans.
It was getting late, and the task had been explained, so of course the big guys went back to their room.
Han Shanping stayed until the end, and there were only two people left, so he didn't have to hide anything.
Chen Linfeng could clearly see him frowning.
"Mr. Han, what's going on? You look very unhappy?"
Han Shanping sighed, "Hey, I can't say bad about your movie, but this theme and plot are not deleted in large quantities, and it will be very difficult to introduce it in the future."
He looked at the other party, "Even if you Xiao Chen is not that easy."
The words were rather obscure, but Chen Linfeng had already heard it.
Indeed, this kind of inflammatory movie is very sensitive even if it is obviously described by the Ameiken society.
In fact, Chen Linfeng is still very confused about why beautiful people look like they don’t care at all.
Even the sprints in previous lives, not only did they get $1 billion in box office, but they could also make the second one.
Warner has not given any relevant tips or alerts now. He has asked it specifically, but it seems that there should be no problem.
The heart is really big.
Maybe this is the difference between Eastern and Western thinking. "Uh, I know, the subject matter is indeed very sensitive." Chen Linfeng was shocked when he saw Mr. Han's expression. "I didn't allud to this plot in China. It was all about the situation in the old United States. I also stayed there for a while and only thought about it after observing it."
It's hard to say that it was copied, so I can only find reasons as much as possible.
Fortunately, he experienced the era of reconciliation in his previous life and really knew some things.
If you don't pay attention, with the degree of isolation between the top and bottom of Aimei, you may not be able to understand it very much in a short period of time.
But if you observe carefully, you can definitely see it.
"I understand, I understand." Han Shanping waved his hand and said with a smile, "Looking at the excitement of those foreigners, you can roughly understand."
Chen Linfeng was relieved, "If you really can't introduce it, you can only give up and just release it abroad."
To be precise, this is a movie that reflects the dire straits of foreign people, and is different from the situation where it is not allowed to be released because of the negative filming of domestic films.
He was not worried that this would affect his usual position.
"Don't be anxious first."
Han Shanping frowned, "Our people are different from outsiders after all, so I'll talk to the leader first when I look back."
He thought for a while and said, "If I can win the award this time, it may be different. In short, it's just that we're just guessing here, and it's not certain.
Besides, when reviewing this matter, you should also understand that the wind trend above often changes very quickly, and sometimes it will be successful due to people. "
When talking about the review, Han Shanping couldn't help but sigh, "A while ago, Ning Hao's movie was a little bit ill, but you were involved in sensitive issues again. "
"You guys, you really will cause trouble for me. "
Chen Linfeng said curiously, "Is "No Man's Land" going to be released? ”
"Well, after all, it's been so long, and the situation has gradually subsided and is not so sensitive."
In fact, this is related to Han Shanping's failure to retreat. Compared with his previous life, it was released more than half a year earlier.
In the following days, in most cases, Chen Linfeng and Leonardo attended various cocktail parties.
The two are both top stars in the world. Compared with the other two film festivals, Berlin has less stars, so it makes them more dazzling.
When I learned that the great directors Chen and Leonardo had arrived in Berlin, many people immediately wanted to talk to these two about movies, art, etc.
The same goes for the judges, and many people took the initiative to invite them to have a cup of coffee and chat.
It's normal, almost everyone in the jury has no big names for these two people.
Chen Linfeng also knows some of the judges. He has met them at other film festivals before and is not very familiar with them, but after chatting, it is different. It's an excuse anyway.
The first to attend the Venice Film Festival, Chen Linfeng tried his best to chat with the judges on the jury and got close to him, but now the judges have taken the initiative to approach him.
The two beautiful country judges here are also familiar with Leonardo and Chen Linfeng.
The Hollywood circle is not big and can be encountered often.
I won’t talk about the female judge Alan Curras, the main business is a photographer and a real acquaintance.
When Chen Linfeng gave the script of "Forgetful Clinic" to Peter, he found this photographer when he organized the filming.
Chen Linfeng once visited the set and met at that time. He also directed the shooting perspectives of some shots.
Now Alan Curras is so enthusiastic about facing Chen Linfeng.
Of course he would not look at his face, and maintained his previous friendly attitude, and the two sides had a happy conversation.
Another beautiful national judge is more familiar with Tim Robbins, the male lead in "The Shawshank Redemption" and Leonardo has a good relationship with him.
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Although it is also a plastic friendship, it is enough for this occasion.
Chen Linfeng has met him several times. This person is gradually transforming and is working as a director, screenwriter and producer. Everyone still has a lot of topics to talk about.
Tim gave Chen Linfeng a high opinion and directly stated that he would focus on the movie "The Joker".
No matter how much you have, you can't say it.
But that's enough, it's not open yet, so you can't ask for more.
There are 7 judges in the jury of this year's Berlin Film Festival.
After removing Wang Jiawei, almost all the remaining judges met.
Wang Jiawei came relatively late.
The country is on the eve of the Spring Festival, and he has to participate in domestic publicity activities.
It was not until the day before the opening that he brought Liang Chaowei and Zhang Ziyi to Berlin.
That night, the Chinese Army held a cocktail party, and Chen Linfeng also attended.
In fact, it sounds rather shabby. At this Berlin Film Festival, the number of Chinese Legion was very small.
The only filmmaker shortlisted for the main competition unit is Chen Linfeng, and "The Joker" is not a Chinese film.
Other domestic filmmakers who attended the event participated in other units, such as forum screening units, short film competition units, youth units, etc.
They didn't know each other. They should be new directors. The screening unit they participated in is also an encouragement to new people.
This book is understandable, but after a little understanding, you will know that each director is older than him.
Chen Linfeng asked and found out that he also had his alumni named Zhou Yan, a graduate student in Yan Ying, a 2005 class.
Graduation time was earlier than him and I had never seen it much in school in the past.
Zhou Yan was very envious of the students brought by Chen Linfeng, "I would have had such a teacher when I was in school."
She felt quite sad about the hard work after graduation.
I worked in the crew of other directors for several years, and now I finally had the opportunity to shoot a complete film independently, but the result is likely to be silent.
Maybe this is her last movie.
When she was a student, she was also called a genius. "It's so difficult, but I'm lucky." "In the future? Maybe continue to accumulate qualifications and shoot a movie, or maybe find a way to find a film and television school to serve as a teacher." "I dare not think about my alma mater, but I am very satisfied with the teachers of the media college in other schools." "
This is true for other new directors.
They have long since been envious and jealous of Chen Linfeng himself, and the gap is too big.
There is only regret that you cannot get if you want to be a student.
Chen Linfeng was very touched by his feelings. He rarely came into contact with stories at this level.
But he has no good idea about this situation.
Resources are limited and can push out the waves of students under your command.
It is not easy for them to compete for opportunities from older generation directors such as Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Beijing.
He couldn't take care of other people either.
At the cocktail party, Chen Linfeng and Wang Jiawei also chatted.
I clicked a little bit about the award, and I hope the other party can pay more attention to his movies.
Wang Jiawei did not refuse, but said, "When the movie was released, I would definitely watch it as soon as possible. If the quality can be maintained at a certain level, I will definitely support my own people."
Compared with foreign directors, Xiao Chen is indeed his own person.
Wang Jiawei is an old-fashioned person. He was born in the mainland and lived for a while when he was a child, so he is relatively more emotional.
He thought about it and felt that his words were a bit redundant, "Your film level has always been good, this time should be bad, don't worry, I will pay attention to it."
Chen Linfeng is used to seeing the other person's thoughts from the other person's eyes, but Wang Jiawei still wore sunglasses at night, so he couldn't see anything.
Give up simply. "Then thank you Director Wang." "Nothing thanks. I will support you because of your movie quality. Don't think about it." Chen Linfeng smiled, "That's natural, quality is the priority for awards."
The next day, on February 7, Berlin time, the opening ceremony of the 63rd Berlin Film Festival.
The main reason why Berlin is becoming more deserted compared to Cannes and Venice is this weather.
February in the northern hemisphere is a typical winter.
Just like the Golden Rooster Awards in China last year, it was so cold outside.
Berlin is even colder, usually at -6-4 degrees in February, and it is even snowing in the sky today.
It's simply exaggerated.
It is difficult for some female celebrities to even wear dresses that reveal their arms.
What's more, some female celebrities, like summer, still wear off-shoulder dresses.
Chen Linfeng saw it from afar and was completely impressed.
At this time, he was a little lucky that Qianxi did not follow him.
Otherwise, there will be one more person who will suffer at that time.
This time he walked the red carpet with Leonardo, adding Sister Mei, is considered a producer.
Sister Mei has no image requirements, she is covered with a layer of fur, which is more comfortable than the two men.
On the contrary, Chen Linfeng and Leonardo are wearing a thin suit, which is a bit unresisting.
Although the weather is relatively bad, there are still a large number of fans and reporters present, and the red carpet is tightly surrounded.
When Chen Linfeng and the other two appeared, the sounds around him suddenly started.
The reporters were also busy pressing the shutter to take pictures.
The two of them are the biggest names in this Berlin Film Festival.
The world-renowned great writer and director, Galeonardo, an international star who has been popular all over the world for more than 10 years.
The film festival even used the two as the target of key publicity.
These days, many media reports have revolved around the two of them.
Compared to the two of them, other stars walking the red carpet are much less famous.
Many of the people present were actors who mostly starred in art films in Europe, and most of the fans did not know each other very well.
Jane Fonda, who won the Oscar-winning actress in her early years, is regarded as a relatively famous star.
Domestic media are quite excited. The results of the European international film festivals are the most worthy of talking about, but they are mostly domestic stars, which is really interesting.
Entering into the venue, the temperature immediately rose, and I felt much more comfortable.
Leonard sighed relieved, "I can't understand this ghost weather yet, why would anyone want to hold a film festival in winter?"
"Uh~" Chen Linfeng felt that he was being insinuated. "Maybe the official has considered it."
In his opinion, the organizing committee in Berlin may not be able to do anything, and it must be distinguished from Cannes and Venice in time.
The two companies have taken up the two closest time points from the summer vacation in June and September. Isn’t it the only time left for Berlin when it’s cold?
"That should be better if it's two months later. In February, my God, China is still celebrating the New Year at this time." Leonardo couldn't help but complain.
When talking about this, Chen Linfeng had to nod, "Indeed, it's a bad idea to get together with the Chinese New Year."
"I need to apologize for this, we didn't mean it."
The voice came from behind, and the two turned to see that it was Ditkosrick, the chairman of the Berlin Film Festival.
Saying the little words was heard directly, which made Chen Linfeng a little embarrassed.
"Uh, Mr. Cosrick, we were just kidding." "Just call me Diet," Cosrick smiled. "I actually understand your complaints very much. More than one person says that, but I can't change it either." "Traditional power is still great." Chen Linfeng nodded. Until later generations, the Berlin Film Festival did not change its time, and it was obviously not so simple.
"I heard that your organization has changed the most important award in China. I have to say that this is amazing, chen."
"You know this too?" Chen Linfeng was a little surprised, "I shouldn't know much from abroad."
"You underestimate your importance too much, chen," Screek said meaningfully, "Many filmmakers around the world are paying attention to you."
"Indeed," Leonardo nodded, "I also heard that Hollywood is rumored that you are ambitious and want to build the "Oscars" of China. There are still many people paying attention to your news in Hollywood."
Chen Linfeng was a little surprised. He really didn't know this third-party perspective.
"I have to say, Mr. Diet, Leo, you let me know something new."
Screek then talked about the movie that was shortlisted this year, "chen, I saw the new film you shot, and Leo's performance was surprising."
Chen Linfeng smiled and said, "Thank you."
Leonardo expressed his secretly, "The actor's performance should often be attributed to the director, and this is even more so in "The Joker". I should thank chen for his guidance."
"Oh, what's wrong?"
Screek raised his eyebrows in surprise. He originally wanted to inquire about the other party's main direction for the award this time.
I didn't expect that Leonardo himself also supported the director Chen.
(This chapter ends)