Chapter 36 Award Ceremony and Copyright
More than ten meters apart, Gu Changwei and Lin Nan nodded.
Zhang Jingchu seemed to have completely forgotten what she had said about "Into the Dust" in front of the media, and even took the initiative to shake hands with Lin Nan.
Jiang Wenli was still taking pictures in the distance and had not come here, otherwise Ms. Zhang would not have come to talk to Lin Nan blatantly.
After a few perfunctory words, Ms. Zhang realized that she was not interested in meeting him, so she returned to the set of "Peacock".
The red carpet continued, and Lin Nan was informed that it would be the crew of "Into the Dust" soon.
Li Baotian and Jiang Wenli arrived at the exit with Lin Nan. The crew in front of them was the German film "Hope and Resistance".
The red carpet host began to introduce, "The people walking down the red carpet are the crew of "Into the Dust" from China. They are the director Nan Lin, the male lead Bao Tian Li, and the female lead Wen Li Jiang.
They This is the first time we have come to Berlin as a director and leading actor, which reminds us of Yi Mou Zhang, who won the Golden Bear Award for the first time he came to Berlin..."
Lin Nan tried hard to keep a smile on the red carpet. In addition, the cameras of various media flashed wildly, even a little dazzling.
Lin Nan saw the Sixth Princess and the people from Sohu with sharp eyes, smiling and waving to the camera over there.
Women are natural experts on the red carpet. Unlike Lin Nan and Li Baotian, Jiang Wenli looks elegant and calm in every move.
Two and a half minutes is the time reserved for "Into the Dust" on the red carpet. The host also briefly interviewed Lin Nan.
As I continued to walk forward, I heard the host begin to introduce the crew of "Peacock"...
The staircase venue that accommodates thousands of people slowly began to fill up.
The crew of "Into the Dust" is located at the back of the center. On the left is the crew from France, on the right is the crew from Germany. The crew of "Peacock" is in the row directly in front of Lin Nan and others.
Gu Changwei could just turn his head and chat with Lin Nan, but he would never do that because Lin Nan was next to Jiang Wenli and next to him was Zhang Jingchu.
Lin Nan could feel the chilling atmosphere. Looking at Li Baotian, the old god was resting on the ground with his eyes narrowed.
It is getting dark outside, but the lights are bright. In the venue, the host announced that the closing ceremony of the 55th Berlin International Film Festival has officially begun.
The most exciting moment is coming.
All the guests were looking at the big screen on the awards stage
Firstly, the two awards for the non-competition and youth forum modules were won by domestic directors.
The best film and short film in the panorama section were won by two films from France and Switzerland respectively.
The children's unit and film critics awards for each unit were awarded one after another.
With the appearance of the chairman of the jury, everyone finally came to the highlight of the night.
"I am very happy to gather at the Berlin Film Festival with filmmakers from all over the world to contribute to the development of film art.
In the past few months, we have selected a large number of excellent films from all over the world, and after another ten days Based on the voting, the winning works will be presented to you tonight.”
From this moment on, Lin Nan began to hold his breath, because the name “Into the Dust” might appear at any time.
The first award is the Best European Film Award, an award reserved for local films, which was won by a Dutch director.
The second Best Film Music Award went to a French director.
When it was the turn of the Alfred Ball Silver Bear Award, everyone began to feel a little anxious. In 2003, "Heroes" won this award.
The winner is "A Cloud in the Sky".
At this point, Lin Nan was completely excited, because the following awards were all grand prizes for him.
Li Baotian’s squinted eyes were shining, who said the old-timer could see clearly.
“The winner of the Silver Bear for Best Actress is: Julia Yench for “Hope and Defiance.” Congratulations.”
Hearing this voice, Jiang Wenli's tense body relaxed.
"Sister Wen Li, it's okay, we'll come back next time." Lin Nan consoled her.
“I am very satisfied to have come this far.” Jiang Wenli comforted herself.
Gu Changwei turned his head and glanced at his wife, "Director Xiaolin is right, let's come back next time." What she received was Jiang Wenli's cold silence.
Zhang Jingchu in the front was also a little disappointed. Maybe she took it too much for granted at the beginning.
After the Best Actress received the award and made a speech, the jury members continued to award awards.
Several films flashed by, including "Into the Dust" and "The winner of the Silver Bear Award for Best Actor is Lou Taylor Pucci for "Thumbsucker." Congratulations."
Li Baotian breathed a long sigh of relief, "Oh, it's me who is impetuous. I still have to practice Qi-nurturing Kung Fu."
"Teacher Li's words are serious. Your strength has been noticed by the audience for so many years. Yes." Lin Nan said seriously.
"Haha, let's see, we can probably win a big one." Li Baotian knew the awarding process, and Lin Nan was a little embarrassed to be said.
Gu Changwei also stared nervously at the award podium. The actor was giving his speech, and there were three more important awards.
Best Director for the individual, as well as the Golden Bear and the Grand Jury Prize for the film overall.
"The winner of the Silver Bear Award for Best Director is: Nan Lin's "Into the Dust", congratulations."
Like thunder hitting the heavenly spirit, Lin Nan was a little confused at this moment, as if everything was gone Untrue.
Li Baotian and Jiang Wenli took the lead in applauding. In the distance, everyone from China Film Academy also stood up and looked at Lin Nan, congratulating with joy on their faces. Gu Changwei turned around to congratulate. Lin Nan stood up, hugged Jiang Wenli and Li Baotian, then walked out of his seat and walked to the award podium.
The jury members are still introducing Lin Nan and the film, "The film is like a vast sandstorm, showing poetry and power, shining with light, and full of extraordinary restraint and compassion..."
Lin Nan walked up to the podium and took the Silver Bear Trophy with both hands. This is Lin Nan's first important trophy, not counting the Golden Horse's Best Newcomer.
"Thank you." Lin Nan thanked him.
The presenter took a step back and gave up the podium to Lin Nan.
Facing thousands of people at the venue, Lin Nan was a little nervous, but he cheered up and said in English with a slight accent, "I am Lin Nan, from China. I came here once last year as a new actor.
< br>This is the first time that I have brought my own work to the competition. I am very honored to receive the love and recognition of the jury. I will continue to work hard.
Here I would also like to thank teachers Li Baotian and Jiang Wenli. , for their support, they are the male and female protagonists of my film. Thanks to my school’s film school for training and teaching me. Thank you again for the Berlin Film Festival’s recognition.”
The applause was like thunder. After the sound, Lin Nan returned to his seat as if stepping on cotton.
Holding the Silver Bear trophy, Lin Nan was very satisfied.
The jury award, which is only second to the Golden Bear, has already begun to be announced on the stage.
"The winner of the Jury Grand Prize Silver Bear is: Chang WeiGu's "Peacock", congratulations."
Gu Changwei, who could not hold himself back for a long time, stood up all of a sudden. Although it was not a golden bear, but He is already very satisfied. This is his first time directing, and there will be opportunities in the future.
Lin Nan sent congratulations, and Gu Changwei walked up to the award podium amidst the applause of everyone.
In his acceptance speech, he expressed his love for the film industry and his gratitude to his relatives and friends. Finally, he specifically mentioned that his wife is the heroine of "Into the Dust". This is Lin Nan's direct address.
The Golden Bear Award for Best Film was won by the South African director's "Carmen of Khayelitsha", and the film festival has come to an end.
At this moment in China, it is already three o'clock in the morning, and many media practitioners are forced to get up and work overtime.
First-hand news from the Berlin Film Festival began to grab the headlines of major news pages.
Lin Nan was preparing to meet with a group of film producers the next day.
When Lin Nan fell into sleep, the domestic morning news began to report on the awards won by "Peacock" and "Into the Dust" in Berlin.
Li Baotian and Jiang Wenli both left Berlin on the 21st. Lin Nan specially sent them to the airport to thank them for their trip to Berlin. Everyone could only think that it was God's will that they were nominated but did not win the award.
Watching the two of them and their assistant board the plane, Lin Nan returned to the hotel. She had made appointments with many film producers today.
He had a question before, why those directors of the older generation, who made one film at a loss, still continued to make it, and finally found out the reason.
Other people just go to the film festival. As long as they can win awards, the copyright can be sold for at least several times the cost, minus the cost of publicity and distribution and the theater share. It is pure profit, and they don’t care about the country at all. Can the box office return the money?
Mr. Han specifically asked Lin Nan if he needed help. Regarding the sale of film copyrights, China Film Group is professional, and they must hurry up and finalize the introduction of some films in the past two days.
Lin Nan readily accepted and met with several well-known film producers with people from China Film Group at around ten in the morning.
European film studios still offer the highest prices.
Lin Nan had made up his mind from the beginning to sell off the copyright and not get involved in subsequent matters.
Several film producers have evenly divided the copyrights in regions other than the Mainland. Europe accounts for half of the price, rising from more than two million to four million, just because of a Silver Bear trophy.
After a day of negotiations, buyers were identified in all regions except the mainland, with a total price of US$8.3 million.
Two years ago, "The Blind Shaft" won the Silver Bear Award for Outstanding Artistic Contribution, and it only sold for more than three million U.S. dollars. As expected, awards are also divided into high and low.
Lin Nan believes that "Peacock" will never sell less, but it will not be as good as "Into the Dust". All copyrights belong to Lin Nan alone.
That night, Lin Nante met with Han Sanping and thanked China Film for its help.
“I really should have invested in this movie. I’m so envious.” Han Sanping did not hide the passion in his eyes.
The investment was less than 400,000 US dollars, but it was sold for 8.3 million, a net profit of more than 20 times, and a Best Director trophy.
"Mr. Han was joking. At the beginning, no one dared to think that it would help me win the best director. I also hoped that winning an encouragement award would be enough."
Lin Nan said with a smile. At that time, I was the only one. People did invest with a bit of a trying mentality, but he won the bet.
“Let’s get started on the release permit matter when we get back. You won the award, which will also help with this matter. Have you heard about the box office of "Peacock"?"
Lin Nan nodded, He read the news and found out that the domestic box office of "Peacock" was dismal. It was released on the 18th, and the box office on the first day was less than 500,000, and it was about the same on the second and third days.
Even if the film was sent back and won the Grand Jury Prize, it would not be able to save the box office, which would reach 700,000 to 800,000 per day at most, but the domestic box office is no longer important.
The copyright of "Peacock" has been negotiated. Its cost is only three times that of "Into the Dust". It is no problem to make five or six times by selling the copyright.
Mr. Han means that Lin Nan should learn from the experience and lessons of "Peacock". At least the domestic box office should not be so low-key, but a movie with a cost of three million, even if it is limited by the subject matter, as long as it can be released, There should be no loss.
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