Chapter 586 Opening Ceremony Awards Ceremony: Let's Show Our Strength [2 Updates]
David continued reading.
He saw that "New Life" was also listed under the Best Screenplay and Best Director awards, and thought to himself that this movie was indeed very impressive.
David had no recollection of Chuguang Media, the entertainment company.
The nominated films are not sent to him; he only sees the list of winners.
David changed the Best Director award to Dinah Pazzi's name before putting down his pen.
He didn't touch the Best Screenplay award.
The most prestigious awards at the International Film Festival (IFF) are Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Actress.
As the second Chinese film to be nominated for the IFF, "New Life" is already quite an achievement to have won an award this time.
Time Media is the world's second-largest film company, and its overall strength was originally superior to that of Chuguang Media.
Even non-professionals cannot perceive the biggest difference between the two films.
Moreover, Dinah's film "Lost Memories" is not without its merits, and no one would question it.
"That's fine, this is the final award." David handed the revised document back to the judging panel. "Contact the presenters for this year's awards."
The judge took the document, paused for a moment, and couldn't help but ask, "Mr. David, why did you remove all the awards from 'New Life'?"
Isn't that going too far?
The three most important awards that originally belonged to "New Life" have now all been given to "Lost Memories".
“That’s it.” David said calmly. “I’ve spoken with Miss Dinah, and I think her film also deserves an Academy Award.”
The judge opened his mouth: "But didn't you say earlier that 'New Life' was very impressive?"
“Yes, it’s impressive.” David said noncommittally, “But look who directed ‘Lost Memories’? Dinah Pazzi.”
"Who among us dares to offend the Patch family? Are we out of our minds?"
The judges exchanged glances, speechless.
"Besides, the two films don't seem that different to outsiders, and the audience can't tell the difference in filming techniques." David casually tapped the table. "Furthermore, what award doesn't have behind-the-scenes manipulation these days? Let's settle on this."
He smiled nonchalantly: "Besides, if we don't say anything, who will know?"
Even in fully public sporting events, referees can manipulate the game.
Want fairness?
Then we should also demonstrate a certain level of strength.
After David decided on the prize, he got up and went outside to call Diana.
He smiled broadly: "Yes, that's right, Miss Dinah, this time the Best Film Award and the Best Director Award are both yours."
**
Domestic attention is focused on this year's IFF Film Awards, as it marks the first time in 28 years that a Chinese-language film has reached the finals.
Shang Yaozhi is also the first Chinese actor to be nominated for Best Actor at the IFF.
At less than 30 years old, he is an outstanding figure even in the entire history of IFF films.
Even if he doesn't win an award, Shang Yaozhi will definitely have plenty of international film opportunities in the future.
In addition, Shang Yaozhi is a top influencer in China, and the live broadcast room was already packed with people before the opening ceremony even started.
Even those who weren't fans of Shang Yaozhi came because Chinese films were nominated for the IFF again.
On the scene, the agent was extremely restless, almost scratching his head in frustration.
"Why are you so nervous?" Shang Yaozhi looked at him with amusement. "Look how calm Miss Ying is. You're over forty years old. Be more composed."
Ying Zijin leaned back in her soft chair, resting with her eyes closed, completely undisturbed by the noise outside.
“No,” the agent said quietly, “it’s because even if you win an award, there won’t be any prize money for the company, and no money will go to Ms. Ying.”
Shang Yaozhi: "..."
He overestimated his own status.
The female secretary stood behind the girl, exclaiming in admiration, "Boss, your dress looks so beautiful today! Where did you buy it?"
"Hmm?" Ying Zijing opened her eyes slightly upon hearing this. "It was a gift from my boyfriend. It must be custom-made."
Female secretary: "..."
Shang Yaozhi: "..."
Why should they, a table full of single people, hear such things?!
"Quick, it's starting." The agent suddenly stood up. "Yaozhi, go walk the red carpet with Director Lu and Producer Xu."
Shang Yaozhi nodded, glanced to his right, and smiled: "Teacher Xie is here too."
Because Xie Manyu was acting in a Universal Pictures film, she didn't sit with them.
Ying Zijing is the boss of Chuguang Media, so naturally she wouldn't walk the red carpet.
Given Chuguang Media's current standing in the international film industry, its position is quite remote.
But that doesn't stop people from spotting the girl in the VIP section at a glance.
[Holy crap, did you see that? Ying Shen is wearing a skirt! A long red skirt!]
[I'm dying, this figure is amazing! The fat really went to the right places. I wonder who will benefit from it in the future. My kids are so envious.]
[Is Brother Yun watching? Go ask Ying Shen how he grew; just eating papaya won't help.]
There were dedicated live-streaming staff in China, but the organizers had clearly also noticed the stunning beauty in the VIP section and immediately gave her a close-up shot.
The girl's eyes were slightly closed, her eyelashes were thick and long.
Red lips against pale white skin.
A few strands of hair fell to her collarbone, her aloofness concealing a refined and exquisite beauty.
It immediately attracted a lot of attention.
Such a beautiful person, how come she didn't enter the entertainment industry?
A foreign journalist stared at Ying Zijing for a while and exclaimed, "My God, she looks like that top student who participated in the academic competition last year!"
He was very excited and had already thought of the headline for tomorrow's newspaper.
Meanwhile, the actress whispered, "Miss Diana, do you think that's GY's prized possession in Florence?"
Diana was receiving an award, so she wasn't sitting in the VIP section.
From a distance, all she could see was the crown on the girl's head.
It's very simple, without too many gemstone decorations, but it's so eye-catching that you can't take your eyes off it.
Diana had also been to Florence once and had seen this set of jewelry.
But the store wouldn't sell it to her, even though she was a platinum member.
She couldn't even buy it, so how could it appear on a Chinese person?
Diana said calmly, "It's just a knock-off, yet they dare to bring it out. GY values copyright so much; she'll be receiving a lawyer's letter in no time."
She's seen far too many people like that in the entertainment industry.
If they can't buy it, they'll buy a counterfeit, and then they'll make a fool of themselves in the news.
Diana and Claire exchanged a glance before subtly looking away.
On stage, the awards have already been announced.
Start by announcing the smallest award, beginning with the Best Art Award.
Claire didn't care about the small prizes; he straightened his suit and walked over to the girl.
"It's a real shame, Miss Ying, that you'll be leaving empty-handed this time," he said. "But perhaps you'll still win a few small prizes, so it won't be a wasted trip."
After saying that, Claire deliberately avoided the camera, turned to the side, and lowered her voice: "You guys would have been better off staying in China, instead of coming to the international arena to compete with us for resources."
Universal Pictures was far ahead of the competition, and with the Laurent family backing it, they couldn't catch up and dared not.
Can't we even suppress a small company like Chuguang Media?
That really underestimates the capabilities of the Patch family.
Claire smiled again, meaningfully: "Miss Ying, this is just the beginning."
He also supported a Chinese entertainment company, waiting to compete with Chuguang Media.
Ying Zijing finally looked up, her eyes calm: "You're right, this is just the beginning."
Claire met her gaze and her heart skipped a beat.
That feeling of unease came back again.
But after thinking for a long time, he still didn't know what gave Ying Zijing her confidence. He shrugged and returned to his seat.
"Next, we will announce the Best Actor award—" A veteran actor glanced at his cue cards and said, "Congratulations to Matt Billitch, who plays the male lead in 'Lost Memories'!"
Thunderous applause erupted.
A middle-aged foreigner went on stage to receive an award.
Diana finally smiled, and she stood up to accept the Best Director and Best Film awards.
Shang Yao sighed and joked with a smile, "Looks like it still won't work."
Although his agent was also disappointed, he encouraged him: "Yaozhi, don't be discouraged. You are still young, and you will have many more opportunities in the future."
Something's not right, something's really not right. Even though I'm a complete novice, my brother's acting seems way better, right? How can the male lead's acting in "Lost Memories" compare to my brother's?
[Don't make me laugh. Shang Yaozhi may be a Grand Slam Best Actor in China, but does he even have a name on the international stage? Stop spouting such idiotic nonsense; you're embarrassing the Chinese people.]
The female secretary's expression changed: "Boss, they really bribed the judges!"
She looked at Claire.
Unsurprisingly, Claire was also watching this side, smiling broadly, her eyes filled with undisguised sarcasm and mockery.
Ying Zijing's fingers touched her phone, her voice icy: "Wait."
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The main point is that I have absolutely no idea how I caught a cold. It's like I was studying last night and something suddenly went wrong (?).
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