Chapter 142: "Hearing Girl" Defeated "Brokeback Mountain" from the Golden Lion A
Chapter 142: "Hearing Girl" Defeated "Brokeback Mountain" from the Golden Lion Award
"Director Zhou."
"Director Li."
After Guan Jinpeng, Zhou Qing met another Chinese director at the venue.
It turned out to be his biggest rival in this Venice event, a master with absolutely top-notch strength: Li An.
Although Li An has always lived in the United States, he actually only has a green card but has not become an American citizen.
Still Chinese nationality.
So strictly speaking, Li An is still a Chinese director.
If Li An is also included, then it is hard to say whether Zhang Guoshi is the most awesome director in China.
After all, Li An’s awards are also very exaggerated, and are not inferior to those of Zhang Guoshi at all.
Even more powerful than Master Zhang!
Throughout Li An's entire career, as of 13, he has won a total of three Academy Awards, two Venice Golden Lion Awards, and two Berlin Golden Bear Awards.
It was simply terrifying.
Even at this timeline, Li An has already won two Golden Bears and an Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film.
The strength is indeed very strong.
"Director Zhou has become a great director on par with Zhang Guoshi at such a young age. I have long admired him but never had the chance to meet him. Now I finally get my wish."
Li An had a smile on his face and was quite kind to Zhou Qing.
"Director Li's name is well known to me. Your Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is very well made. I have watched it more than once and benefited a lot from it."
Zhou Qing responded in the same polite and courteous manner.
"You're so polite. I also really like your film "Departures". The discussion about life and death in it is very profound, but it is expressed wordlessly. You are indeed a great director."
Li An also responded to a wave of commercial mutual praise.
"In front of Director Li, I can't be called a great director. Director Li, you are the great director."
Zhou Qing waved his hand.
Huang Bo on the side: "..."
You two should stop bragging to each other. Is there any fun in that?
Everyone knows that you two are awesome, okay?
"This is Jake Gyllenhaal, the lead actor in Brokeback Mountain."
After the two chatted for a while, Li An briefly introduced the actors there to Zhou Qing.
"Hello, Director Zhou. Although I'm in America, I've heard of your name a long time ago. You, like Director Li, are both extremely talented directors."
"Especially Director Zhou, you won big prizes in Berlin and Venice before you even graduated from college. It's really admirable."
Jack came over at the right time to shake hands with Zhou Qing and greet him. He was very warm and polite.
In front of a director of Zhou Qing's rank, even a Hollywood star like him has to be cautious.
"Hello, Director Zhou. I'm Anne Hathaway. You look younger than I thought. China is such a magical country. Otherwise, how could it produce a genius like you?"
Anne Hathaway also looked very beautiful in person, and she praised Zhou Qing in a familiar tone.
"Thank you, Annie, you're overpraising me. I just achieved some success by luck. I still need to keep working hard."
Zhou Qing and Anne Hathaway shook hands gently and chatted politely for a few words.
Zhou Qing then briefly introduced Huang Bo, Hu Ge and others on his side, but the people on the opposite side obviously had no interest.
It was just a polite greeting, with no intention of having a deep conversation.
On the contrary, it was Zhou Qing. Both Jake Gyllenhaal and Anne Hathaway asked Zhou Qing for his business card when they left.
So what about Zhou Qing’s phone?
There are also contact information for two more Hollywood big names.
On August 8, the much-anticipated 31nd Venice Film Festival officially opened.
The red carpet was filled with stars and the scene was dazzling, needless to say.
Zhou Qing led the crew of "The Hearing Girl" and stepped onto the red carpet with calm and confident steps.
It instantly attracted the attention of the entire venue.
Although Zhou Qing has a Chinese face, it is true that Zhou Qing is now one of the most famous Chinese faces in the world.
Especially in the three major areas, Zhou Qing's name is really famous.
No worse than Master Zhang.
The opening film turned out to be Xu Ke's "Seven Swords", which frankly was a bit beyond Zhou Qing's expectations.
After all, this movie is really average.
But no matter what, it is a good thing that a Chinese-language film was chosen as the opening film.
For Chinese-language filmmakers, it is also a kind of dignity and honor.
Although Zhou Qing felt drowsy while watching, he still gave warm applause in the end.
Another one is Chen Kexin's "If Love", which I have the impression is the closing film.
In addition to these two films, "Initial D", which was shown at Cannes last time, is back again.
I don’t know if the film wasn’t sold at Cannes.
There is also "Red Beauty" directed by Li Yu. Although it was not shortlisted for the main competition unit, it was also shortlisted for other screening units.
Li Yu is actually a very talented director.
Not many people may have heard of "Red Beauty", but I believe that many people must have heard of a movie made by the other party two years later, which is the famous "Apple".
"Apple" was shortlisted for the main competition unit of the Berlin Film Festival, which is actually very impressive.
It has to be said that although there were not many Chinese-language films nominated for this year's Venice Film Festival, they still made their presence felt to some extent.
"You don't have to monitor the promotion of "Hearing Girl" all day long. Just set aside a little time every day."
"It doesn't have to be more than two hours."
"You can do whatever you want with the rest of the time."
Zhou Qing said seriously to several people from the "Hearing Girl" crew.
Given his current level, the promotion of "The Hearing Girl" should be just enough.
To be even more arrogant, it is not impossible not to publicize it.
After all, it hasn’t even started yet, and “Hearing Girl” has already become one of the hottest movies.
The tickets for the premiere were sold out long ago, and the screening room was packed with people.
It can be described in four words: "packed house".
This is the influence of the two words "Zhou Qing" on the three major parties today.
The two young men, Hu Ge and Shu Chang, were very excited. They said hello to Zhou Qing and disappeared.
Besides playing, I also watched movies. The first movie I watched was undoubtedly my own movie "The Hearing Girl".
The two waited in line for more than half an hour before they managed to grab two tickets with great difficulty.
"Isn't Director Zhou's movie too popular?"
Both of them were shocked.
They saw it clearly, and only Li An's "Brokeback Mountain" could be compared with it.
Other movies simply don't have this kind of grandeur.
Director Zhou is worthy of his name, he has reached this level.
I went to watch "The Hearing Girl" with great expectations, and after it came out, Brother Hu and Shu Chang were like they were injected with chicken blood.
“Isn’t our movie really good?”
Brother Hu couldn't help but sigh out loud.
Even though he himself is the leading actor, he didn't expect the movie to be so good. Every aspect of it is shocking and there is nothing wrong with it.
Director Zhou’s first move was truly extraordinary.
The only thing that makes Brother Hu dissatisfied is that his acting skills are really far behind those of others.
Even compared with Shu Chang who is next to him, he is far inferior.
You know, Shu Chang is much younger than Hu Ge!
"Yes, I am more and more confident that our movie can win awards." Shu Chang also nodded heavily in agreement.
Over the next few days, the two watched all the shortlisted films in the main competition unit, and their confidence grew as they watched more.
Because they all feel that no other movie can compare to "The Hearing Girl".
Only "Brokeback Mountain" can compete with it, the others are really no match for "The Hearing Girl".
"Director Zhou!"
"Director Zhou!"
Zhou Qing is not as free as the other two.
Because film producers and reporters kept coming one after another.
It is difficult for Zhou Qing to have a peaceful moment.
All I can say is that this is the price of fame. Although it sounds a bit Versailles, it is indeed true.
“I didn’t expect that Director Li An would also attend this year’s Venice Film Festival.”
Han Sanping also came to Venice and took some time to meet with Zhou Qing, looking quite upset.
Obviously, in Han Sanping's view, Li An is also an extremely powerful opponent.
After all, Li An’s current record is really impressive, even more impressive than Zhou Qing’s.
Only one of Zhou Qing’s three trophies is gold, the other two are silver, but all three of Li An’s trophies are gold.
Strong enemy.
He is really a strong opponent.
What's even more fucked up?
Both of them are Chinese directors.
"Director Li and I are more predestined."
Zhou Qing smiled and acted nonchalant, as if he didn't take Li An to heart.
But in fact, Zhou Qing just didn't take the results of this Venice competition too seriously.
After all, even if he lost to Li An and let the other party take away the Golden Lion, what would it matter?
I am still young!
There will be plenty of time and opportunities to win the Golden Lion again in the future.
What are you afraid of?
"Director Li An is quite capable."
Han Sanping nodded, chatted with Zhou Qing about Li An, and was quite favorable towards this man.
It’s a pity that such a talented director has been developing abroad for many years.
The Chinese entertainment industry has no say in this matter.
"By the way, you should have received a call from the Venice Organizing Committee, right?"
After chatting for a while, Han Sanping casually asked Zhou Qing.
In Han Sanping's opinion, there shouldn't be any problem.
"The organizing committee called me four days ago and told me to attend the closing ceremony. Are you relieved now, Mr. Han?"
Zhou Qing just laughed.
"Look at what you said. I have always trusted your ability. When have I ever been worried?"
Han Sanping also smiled.
Then he encouraged Zhou Qing to win the Golden Lion or something, but he was not so confident in his heart.
Li An, really can't be ignored!
In Han Sanping's slightly empty state of mind, the 62nd Venice Film Festival finally ushered in the closing ceremony.
After a long red carpet, filmmakers from all over the world gathered at the venue, and everyone's attention was focused on the platform in front.
The moment that decides life and death is about to come!
"Now I declare that the closing ceremony and awards ceremony of the 62nd Venice Film Festival officially begins!"
Especially with this sentence from the film festival chairman, the atmosphere in the entire venue immediately became tense.
The two "newcomers", Brother Hu and Shu Chang, couldn't help but sit up straight subconsciously, their nerves a little tense.
The award ceremony began soon. According to the convention of major film festivals, some unimportant awards were presented first.
To be precise, it is the awards in other screening units.
Originally, these “side dishes” were not worth paying attention to, but this year’s film festival was different, as there were some more “highlights”.
"The winner of the International Alliance Art Film Award is... Li Yu, "Red Beauty"!"
That’s right, Li Yu’s “Red Beauty” won a trophy at the Venice Film Festival.
Although it is not the trophy of the main competition unit, it is still a trophy of the Venice Film Festival!
In the entire Chinese entertainment industry, this is considered a very impressive achievement.
"The winner of the European Art Exchange Award is... Guan Jinpeng, "Song of Everlasting Regret"!"
Guan Jinpeng's "The Long Song of Hate" was not a complete failure.
Even though it wasn't satisfactory, we still won a trophy after all, right?
Now that I have brought back "Song of Everlasting Sorrow", I have something to write about in the draft.
"The winners of the Golden Lion Award for Lifetime Achievement are... Gong Qijun and Stefania Sandrelli!"
Zhou Qing didn't know who the person behind was, nor did he care, but he didn't expect to see Gong Qijun again.
The old man won the Golden Lion Award in Venice!
Even though it’s just the Golden Lion Award for Lifetime Achievement, it’s still a Golden Lion Award, right?
I can only say that the old man is amazing.
After this is the grand prize of the main competition unit, which Zhou Qing and other filmmakers should pay more attention to.
As expected, the previous Special Golden Lion Award, Best Technical Contribution Award, and Best Screenplay Award had nothing to do with "The Hearing Girl".
"Next up is the Best Actress award."
Shu Chang's breathing obviously stagnated.
Although she knew that her performance was not perfect and still lacked something, the possibility of winning the award was slim.
But at this critical moment, how can we remain calm?
What if?
Wouldn’t it be a big deal if that happens?
"The winner of the Best Actress award is... Giovanna Mezzogiorno for The Beast Within."
Shu Chang couldn't help but laugh at himself: "Yes, I was just imagining things. This is simply impossible."
"You are still young, there will be plenty of opportunities in the future."
Zhou Qing casually encouraged Shu Chang.
"What Director Zhou said is, I'm only 17 years old, there's no rush."
Shu Chang nodded in agreement.
Although Director Zhou’s words make sense, it does sound a bit strange coming from the mouth of a young man like him.
"Next up is the Best Actor award."
Brother Hu looked so calm, he didn't react at all, as if it had nothing to do with him.
"So calm? You're pretending to be too real, right?"
Shu Chang couldn't help but tease Brother Hu.
"Why are you pretending? I just know there's no chance I'll win the award."
Brother Hu smiled and told the truth.
"The winner of the Best Actor award is... David Strathairn for Good Night, and Good Luck."
This is indeed the case, it is not Brother Hu at all.
But then, Brother Hu started to get a little nervous.
Because now there are only three major awards left: Best Director, Grand Jury Prize and Best Picture.
Which award will "Hearing Girl" win?
However, no matter which award it is, as long as you win it, you will not lose anything and it will be a great gain.
So while they were nervously looking forward to it, Brother Hu and Shu Chang could not contain their excitement.
The same is true for Huang Bo.
"The winner of the Silver Lion for Best Director is... Li An for Brokeback Mountain."
What the hell, Li An?
Zhou Qing's spirits suddenly lifted.
There was a flash of surprise in his eyes, as well as uncontrollable excitement.
Li An, who should have won the Golden Lion Award, only won the Silver Lion for Best Director this time?
There is no doubt that this is the variable brought about by participating in "Hearing Girl"!
It dethroned "Brokeback Mountain" from the Golden Lion Award!
(End of this chapter)