Chapter 24 Awards Night
Old Lintou is now living a good life. His son paid for the expansion of the restaurant, and he found someone to renovate it.
I found a few master chefs to take charge of the dishes, and there were also many waiters. I just drank tea and listened to the opera every day, and then checked the accounts.
The monthly income is not low, and this store is famous far and wide.
Lin Nan chatted with the old man for a few words. It seemed that the old man was planning to guard the shop until he could no longer work.
"Hurry up and find a girl. Your uncle and your uncle's family are all married in the village."
Old Lintou would just say something when nothing happened, and sometimes Zhu Yawen couldn't help but laugh out loud.
After staying for two days and visiting historical sites with Lao Zhu, Lin Nan was about to run away.
“I couldn’t stand it, so I suggested that he find a wife, and he in turn asked me to find a girlfriend. He was like this on the phone, and he was like this when he came back. Alas...”
The two chose this time Train, "We're here, let's try the mutton." Lin Nan said.
Lin Nan was also choosing the filming location along the way. In fact, "Into the Dust" did not have high requirements for the filming location. In rural areas, a river would be enough.
The two of us really went on a trip and ate all the way. When we got there, we didn’t rush to the hotel. We ate just mutton for three days.
“Fortunately, I walk a lot every day and my metabolism is fast, otherwise I might not gain a few pounds in these days.” Zhu Yawen said as she walked.
The two of them have arrived at the hotel dedicated to the film festival. Tomorrow is the opening ceremony.
Without saying a few words, I saw Huayi’s people, the crew of "Mobile Phone".
"A big company means grandeur and security." Lin Nan and Zhu Yawen were sitting on the sofa in the corner of the hotel lobby.
Only a few security personnel were seen, surrounding Mr. Wang of Huayi and Director Feng, who came in, followed by Zhang Guoli, Ge You, and Fan Bingbing.
The reporter outside the hotel wanted to follow in, but was blocked by the security guard at the door.
"Lin Zi, it doesn't matter if we don't compare. How did I realize that we are just like two passers-by, looking at their pomp and circumstance." Zhu Yawen was a little sour.
"We are still students now, so don't be fooled by this evil trend." Lin Nan was a bit stubborn.
Huayi has a standardized company model. Lin Nan's small company does not have a public relations department or an image department. It just serves itself. No one is prepared for the ostentation.
Shangying Zhongying also asked Lin Nan that he was enjoying hiking those days, but he refused.
During dinner in the evening, Zhou Yang and the others also joined in.
“There are many reporters outside.”
“Definitely, it’s the largest film festival in the country.”
Although it is the largest in the country, it is definitely not comparable to last year’s Spring Festival Golden Horse.
"I saw Zhao Yanzi and Xia Yu." Zhou Yang said.
Lin Nan nodded. For the three people in front of him, they may not be able to reach the heights of those two people. One is extremely popular, and the other is a young international movie king.
"Director Lin, Mr. Han and the others invite you to come over."
Someone knocked on the door and came in to find Lin Nan, "Go ahead, let's eat ours." Zhu Yawen took it Lin Nan had just filled a small bowl with beef.
Almost all the major film companies came, Shanghai Film, China Film, Western Film...
Lin Nan entered a banquet hall, and there were only three good guys.
China Film, Shanghai Film and Television are all here, aren't they just my three investors?
"Director Xiaolin, sit down quickly, I'm waiting for you." The film director urged with a smile.
If your guess is correct, it is about "Return to Youth".
No one came to persuade him to drink. Fortunately, Lin Nan didn't have a few bites in the house just now, otherwise it would have been embarrassing.
"National Day is coming soon, and the publicity has been arranged these days." The person from the light said first.
The person in charge of Shanghai Film Studio ate the food and said nothing.
Mr. Han looked at Lin Nan with a smile, "Do you have any expectations for the box office."
After hearing this, Lin Nan relaxed a little, thinking it was something big. Well, it seems that he was greedy for "House of Flying Daggers".
"Jackie Chan's "New Police Story" will be released at the end of the month. Although this series is very classic, it may not be ideal now."
Lin Nan paused, "There will be no blockbusters next month, "The World" "No Thieves" and "Kung Fu" are both in December. I don't think Brother Lu's "Kekexili" can beat me next month. I'm talking about the box office. "
This seems to be what they are waiting for. There were smiles on their faces.
"Have you found investment for "Into the Dust"?"
Out of the blue, Mr. Han said this.
Is this the real deal? Lin Nan thought.
Also, Lin Nan sought investment for his first two movies.
Now that the third script is available and the actors have been found, there is no mention of investment. Do you want to go it alone?
Lin Nan put down his chopsticks and wiped his mouth.
“It’s a realistic movie, it’s impossible to make a profit, and the probability of losing money is very high.”
Sure enough, the three people sitting there understood in their hearts.
Shanghai Film and China Film are under great pressure to make profits, and they have so many people to support. Even if they invest in such a loss-making film, they will first consider directors with senior qualifications.
Not to mention the light. Private enterprises, with the purpose of profit, can lend money to Lin Nan because they are optimistic about him and "Return to Youth". It is absolutely impossible to invest in a movie that is destined to lose money. Yes, unless it wins an award.
None of the three companies are optimistic about whether Lin Nan's new movie will win awards. He is a complete newcomer in the field of awards. The topic changed and returned to "Return to Youth". Everyone is looking forward to how much box office it will get.
"The market is heating up, and I think we can raise our expectations a little bit," Lin Nan added.
Policies have begun to take care of this industry. Whether it is film companies or theater chains, many coal bosses have already come to invest.
"It's true."
They are all industry insiders, and they can obviously feel the market changes. Everyone was very happy for a while, maybe the box office can really hit the box office.
At eleven o'clock in the evening, the dinner party ended, and everyone went back to their rooms to rest and prepare for tomorrow's opening ceremony.
In the morning, Lin Nan started to put on his clothes. He felt more and more that he was very cool, and he was also a famous director, but he actually used someone else's makeup artist.
"Men just need to be more energetic and clean. It's useless to clean up."
Faced with Zhu Yawen's complaints, Lin Nan retorted, but still sat there and let her makeup go. The teacher takes action.
"You can be tough. I just went around and every company has its own makeup artist. Your company is like an empty shell. I don't care about you."
For the sake of safety and security, most of the guests stayed at the hotel officially arranged by the film festival. There were many reporters and ordinary people in this area. The former wanted to capture the scene, while the latter came here to see the stars. .
"I just saw Jackie Chan."
"Didn't you go up to take a photo?"
"There were too many people, so I didn't go."
The eldest brother came as a guest. , he didn’t bring any works, but his “New Police Story” conference at the end of the month was just a promotion.
In less than half an hour, Lin Nan went out, accompanied by Zhu Yawen and the others. Yan Dan, Chen and Shu Chang were not here, but they were on the set.
The opening ceremony is generally more official, with speeches, movie trailers, short films, game sessions, and various artistic performances.
There will be various seminars, academic conferences, and exchange meetings in the next two days.
The most important part for each crew and star, and the most eye-catching part is always the closing ceremony red carpet and the awards night afterwards.
The last merger of the Golden Rooster and Hundred Flowers was held, which was nothing short of grand.
At six o'clock in the evening on the 19th, the red carpet officially started.
"Thirty-eight Degrees", "Heroes of Heaven and Earth", "Thrilling", "Jade Goddess of Mercy"... The finale is the crew of "Cell Phone" and "House of Flying Daggers".
Jiang Wen, Xia Yu, Ge You, Zhang Guoli, Fan Bingbing..., Zhang Yimou, Zhang Ziyi...
The finale of the red carpet are all blockbuster and blockbuster movies.
Lin Nan and the others were okay. They were placed in the middle and back. There were many young people in the audience. When Lin Nan was walking on the red carpet, he could hear many people shouting the name of the movie and their names.
"Director Lin Nan, this is your first time to participate in the domestic Golden Rooster and Hundred Flowers Film Festival. Are you confident in the awards you have been shortlisted for?"
The red carpet host handed over the microphone after several people signed autographs.
"The most important thing is to participate. Winning awards is the best. I am still young and there are still many opportunities."
"Thank you to the crew of "Warm and Bright" and "Return to Youth" Crew, thank you, Director Lin Nan..."
Following the standard procedure, Lin Nan walked over quickly, and the crew behind them were already on the red carpet.
The leaders of several major state-owned film companies are already sitting in designated seats.
Mr. Han waved to Lin Nan, but Lin Nan declined. At this moment, he felt comfortable sitting with Zhu Yawen and the others.
“Our location is not very good.” Zhou Yang said carelessly.
The back is on both sides, how can it be good?
More and more people entered the venue. Lin Nan glanced around and said, "Don't even look at the people sitting in the good seats. They are either leaders or the big crew. I am currently on After a movie, we still expect to sit in the middle?”
The host of the Hundred Flowers Award is Pu Cunxi. This year’s Hundred Flowers Award has a recommendation system, and "Return to Youth" takes this recommendation path. China Film Group has contributed so much. After all, it hasn’t been released yet.
There were three Outstanding Feature Film Awards. "Warm and Bright" got one spot, but "Return to Youth" failed.
When Lin Nan received the award, he thanked Mr. Ren from Shanghai Film Studio. He smiled and waved below, and made an advertisement by the way, "My "Return to Youth" will be released on National Day. Please take care of it. Thank you.”
The people in the audience laughed heartily. There are not many people who dare to advertise at the award ceremony. Lin Nan’s move left a deep impression on everyone.
The Best Feature Film Award was won by "Cell Phone". Not to mention Zhang Yimou, Director Feng is currently the commercial film director who can best handle the box office.
Best Actor, Ge You, "Cell Phone".
Uncle Ge is very humorous. After finishing his acceptance speech, he also said, "I hope everyone will support my next movie, "A World Without Thieves" in December. Thank you Director Lin Nan for inspiring me, hahaha."
The audience was completely happy off stage, and even the host relaxed a lot.
"Lin Zi, you are quite famous tonight."
Lin Nan covered his face with one hand, and many people turned their heads to see it, laughing unbridled.
Best Actress, "Cell Phone", Fan Bingbing, low-cut white dress, very stunning, very plump.
The Hundred Flowers Awards are over, and "Mobile Phone" swept the Best Actors and Best Actors.
Feng Xiaogang was chatting and laughing with Mr. Wang at his seat, and everyone around him was congratulating and complimenting him. Fan Bingbing sat down, holding his trophy to greet other actresses, and there was always a hint of a sword hidden in his smile.
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(End of this chapter)