Chapter 359 Press Conference (Part 1)
Walk out of the Movie Palace.
The outside was already crowded with reporters and movie fans who had already received news of the award.
Being able to see the birth of a Grand Slam director is also a big event.
Another 21-year-old Palme d'Or director, a two-time Palme d'Or director, has also achieved an unprecedented feat.
The two things combined aroused great interest in everyone.
When the crew of "Sunset" walked out, they were completely surrounded and couldn't move.
The security personnel tried their best to protect me, but they couldn't move at all.
"Director Zhang, tell me a few words, how do you feel now?"
"Chen, as the youngest director in history to win the Golden Lion Award and the Palme d'Or, what do you have now? Thoughts? ”
"Chen, can you tell me how you persuaded Director Zhang to cooperate?"
"Director Zhang..."
There were reporters anxiously gathered around to conduct the interview. I can't wait for the press conference the next day.
Outside, movie fans cheered wildly.
Many of them like and admire these two directors from the movie "Sunset".
For these veteran movie fans, "Sunset" is perfect.
The two directors who created this work also seem to be covered in gold and shine.
Of course, their past achievements have intensified this feeling of admiration.
In Cannes, great filmmakers are the incarnation of God.
Movie fans screamed, movie fans cheered.
Everyone has a sense of excitement to witness history and miracles, and it is getting stronger and stronger.
Chen Linfeng and the others could only comfort them as much as possible.
"Don't crowd, there will be a media conference tomorrow. You can ask questions as much as you like."
"It will be dangerous if there are too many people, everyone, relax."
< br>The situation is a bit out of control.
Fortunately, the organizing committee discovered the situation in time and sent additional security personnel.
After difficult support and evacuation, Chen and Zhang were finally freed.
As for the rest of the "Sunset" crew, they had already escaped early. After all, there were old people among them and they really didn't dare to take risks.
Back at the hotel, everyone breathed a sigh of relief.
Chen Linfeng and Zhang Yimou looked at each other and then laughed.
This can be considered a good experience today and is worth recalling in the future.
The Cannes Film Festival is over, but for many studios and award-winning producers, it is not yet over.
Sister Mei came to report on the results of the previous communication with the film producers. The copyrights of "Police Incident" in Europe, America, Latin America, and Africa were sold.
Of course, mainly in Europe and the United States, these two places can sell the film at the best price, and there will be more film producers interested.
Third world countries, not many are interested in this.
The film market in Cannes is very developed, and almost every film can find a buyer here.
Film producers will make multiple considerations based on the film's quality, popularity, market demand, etc., and finally decide on the price they want to pay.
These years have actually been the best years for domestic films to sell.
Although "The Promise" set a very bad example, the European and American film market has always had interest in China, which prompted the film studio to be interested.
In addition, because of the low investment in Chinese films, the copyright price is generally relatively low.
Everyone wants good quality and cheap things.
"Police World" has previously negotiated buyout prices with more than ten countries and regions, with an average of about US$800,000 per region.
In this way, the income is close to 10 million US dollars.
The publicity and public relations expenses during Cannes were easily covered.
"In the next few days, the copyright of "Sunset" will also be sold to external parties. Xiaofeng, what price do you think is more acceptable?"
Chen Linfeng thought for a while, "It's almost the same as "Police Incident".
Although "Sunset" won the Palme d'Or and its reputation is not small thanks to Director Zhang, it is not a commercial film after all, and its audience will be relatively narrow. "It's impossible to sell for a higher price than commercial films."
Sister Mei nodded, it was the same in the past, the price of literary films was generally lower.
But she doesn’t agree with the statement “it’s thanks to Director Zhang”.
"Xiao Feng, you are too humble. Many film producers are here for you."
"Haha, that's why they made money with "Cracking Drummer"."
The price of award-winning artistic films is lower than that of commercial films.
But the good thing is that most countries will be interested in the winning film.
Even if the income from theaters is not high, the income from video tapes is definitely not low.
For this reason, award-winning films are more likely to be sold in more regions.
That was the case with the last "Blast Drummer".
At that time, Chen Linfeng's reputation was not as famous as it is now, and he was sold at a price of about US$500,000 per region.
There are many areas that can be sold, and the final profit will be high.
In fact, in comparison, when Kirin sells regional film rights, the price is generally not set too high.
As an example, the average price of the film "The Storm 2" at this year's Cannes was about US$1 million per region, but it only sold rights to the United States, Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands.
Qilin's movies can often be sold in more than 10 regions.
Except for "The Exploding Drummer" which was very effective, film producers in almost all regions have made money.
Another important factor is that the price charged by Kirin is not expensive, at least relative to the quality.
Everyone can make money.
This is also the strategy that Chen Linfeng has always pursued, to expand his influence as much as possible. It’s okay to earn a little less for this.
Why is Fanglong so famous around the world?
Isn’t it because in the past few decades, his films have been shown to audiences around the world through the sale of image copyrights.
After talking to Sister Mei, Chen Linfeng returned to the room.
I found that Liu Qianqian was wearing the Hanfu she wore on the red carpet again, but this was a version without outer garments such as trousers and large-sleeved shirts, only the underwear underneath.
Chen Linfeng became "excited" instantly.
This girl is really getting better and better.
Liu Qianqian even pretended to be worried, covering her chest and saying, "You...what are you going to do?"
You can lie to your friends, but there is no need to lie to yourself.
Sissi, you don’t need to cover yourself up.
But I have to say that with these actions, coupled with her innocent little face.
Chen Linfeng's "excited" value instantly soared.
He rushed over like a hungry wolf.
"Ah, don't mess around. At least... at least turn off the light."
Liu Qianqian didn't expect the effect to be too much. She meant what she said, don't turn on the light. ah.
But it's too late now, and her girlfriend's snow-white skin adds to her beauty under the light.
Chen Linfeng slowly touched over.
Liu Qianqian's body was trembling slightly, and she tried her best to suppress herself and not make a sound.
Another night of growth.
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The next morning, press conference.
The reporters came and overwhelmed a large area, including media from all over the world.
In just one glance, Chen Linfeng saw several world-wide media outlets.
"BBC", "The Sun", "Los Angeles Times", "New York Times", etc.
"Sight and Sound", "Cahiers du Cinema", "Le Monde", "Le Soir Française"... which are often featured in the three major film festivals are also here.
The official press conference in Cannes next door was probably not as crowded as theirs.
Chen Linfeng thought to himself.
The interviewees were mainly two directors and three creative roles.
After this experience in Cannes, they are all well known to everyone.
Liu Qianqian is the least conspicuous among the five, but thanks to her huge popularity in China and her appearance, many reporters still ask questions.
Of course, the focus today is still Zhang Yimou and Chen Linfeng.
The reporter was very interested in Zhang Yimou's next movie and asked him if he would collaborate with Chen again.
"Although there is no cooperation, Xiao Chen has also read the script of the new movie, and he also gave me some suggestions. This should be regarded as some kind of cooperation." Zhang Yimou chuckled.
No, this is not a cooperation.
Lao Mouzi also learned bad things.
The question that domestic reporters are more concerned about is that after Zhang Yimou's Grand Slam, he should be considered the number one among Chinese directors. They asked him what he thinks.
“I don’t think it can be calculated that way. Director Li An is only short of the Palme d’Or, and he also has the Oscar for Best Director.
In addition to Director Li An, there is also Xiao Chen, He has won double gold at such a young age, and he seems to be very good at making commercial films. When the time comes, he will be able to surpass me in the box office soon.
So I really can’t say for sure.” br>
The domestic reporters widened their eyes and became completely excited.
There is a lot of mystery in this sentence.
Li An was mentioned and Xiao Chen was mentioned, who is missing?
Everyone is really scratching their heads and never thought of it.
Chen Linfeng couldn't sit still.
What's going on with Lao Mouzi today? Why do you keep talking about him?
Don't always put your hat on me. I'm still young and can't grasp it.
"Director Zhang is still humble. I am still far behind. Director Zhang has five gold medals and a Grand Slam. "Hero" opened the era of domestic blockbusters. The opening ceremony of the Olympic Games was even more exciting. I think Zhang The director is my target.”
“No, no, no, Xiao Chen will surpass me soon.”
“Director Zhang is the best in the film and television industry.”
The two people were pushing and shoving here, which also opened the eyes of the reporters in the audience.
After the episode, a reporter asked Chen Linfeng.
"Director Xiao Chen, you won the Palme d'Or this time, when will you launch a charge for the Golden Bear?"
This topic instantly ignited the enthusiasm of the reporters.
“Yes, we are all waiting to see another three-gold Grand Slam director appear.”
“It would be great if I could become a Grand Slam director under the age of 25. Then He is the one who has never been seen before or since.”
Everyone did not take it too seriously to watch the excitement. It was just a question at first, but then it turned into a tease.
Chen Linfeng said speechlessly, "To be able to win the Palme d'Or is because the judges and the organizing committee of the Cannes Film Festival selected talents in an eclectic way. Director Zhang has been working for more than ten years. I think I must be at least 20 years old." "
He also learned to pull Zhang Yimou into a raft.
Zhang Yimou hesitated to speak, he just meant it sincerely.
Xiao Chen, with your talent, I have to eat something for more than 10 years.
The reporters thought so too. They ignored the other party's statement of 20 years and stared at Chen Linfeng and asked,
"Is 5 years enough? I think this time is already very generous. You are a genius, Chen!"< br>
"Indeed, actually I think five years is a bit too much. You know, there is only one year between Venice and Cannes. This time it is a little longer. Two years is enough, just before the age of 25."< br>
Everyone really wants to have fun.
Chen Linfeng rolled his eyes and didn't say anything at all.
(End of this chapter)