Chapter 311 Cannes Film Festival
May of every year is the most beautiful and busiest time in Cannes. The Cannes Film Festival held the small town located in southeastern France, with a population of only 70,000, and a full page of film festival promotional advertisements were published in local newspapers, and film festival posters were posted on both sides of the streets. Various activities of the film festival were concentrated in the main venue, the "Palace of Film Festivals".
The Film Festival Palace is located on the famous Costa à la Côte d'Azur. From here, you can see the luxurious yachts at the port. The Film Festival is not only a grand event for movie fans, but also a great place for some people to hunt for beauty.
At this time, there were a large number of reporters and fans gathered on both sides of the red carpet in front of the stairs of the festival palace. The noisy sounds could be heard from a distance. Celebrities and directors who came from all over the world to participate in the festival were waving across the red carpet, taking a photo in front of the stairs, and entering the theater one after another.
A high above the entrance of the theater, a huge poster of "Save the Soldier" was hung. Ryan, Tom Hanks, Spielberg and others, and finally appeared on the red carpet under the deliberate arrangement of the organizer.
Although there are many stars who have been through the past, there are very few who have truly had world-class influence. So when Ryan, Tom Hanks and Spielberg walked on the red carpet hand in hand, the red carpet ceremony finally ushered in the long-awaited "gaochao".
The movie fans on both sides shouted loudly, and the volume was more than twice as high as before. The camera in the reporter's hand never stopped. The murdered Film in just a moment kept up with the sum used before.
In terms of box office and influence around the world, who can compare with Ryan and the other three today?
"Why invite so many Hollywood people? As long as Ryan Jenkins walks on the red carpet, it will be enough to attract attention." Robert Benini's words obviously had some other meanings.
"But his films conquered the whole world." The one who spoke was Luc Besson.
The organizers of this Cannes Film Festival are seeking innovation and change. Martin Scorsese was invited from Hollywood to serve as the chairman of the jury. There are many stars or directors from Hollywood in the jury.
Ryan waved and greeted both sides. He soon fell into the crowd of photographers. The red carpet here was much more open than at the Oscars. From the moment he stepped on the red carpet, dozens of reporters followed closely, as if he didn't want to let go of any of his expressions or movements.
Although the flash was dazzling and the reporter's shouts were crazy enough, Ryan always smiled. Showing his most charming side, the boys and girls on both sides of the red carpet were almost crazy. If there were not enough security personnel and he himself was trapped in a siege, it might be that the scene would have become a vegetable market.
"Tomy, your limelight is completely covered by Ryan." Spielberg on the other side was joking with Tom Hanks.
"It's normal, isn't it? Stephen. Everyone knows how good Ryan is." Tom Hanks smiled honestly.
Not to mention the relationship between the two, his eldest son is the leading actor and is starring in the movie created by Ryan, and his career is just around the corner.
"Mr. Jenkins, if you remember correctly, this should be your first time to come to the Cannes Film Festival. Do you have any special feelings?"
Walking down the steps in front of the Film Festival Palace, the organizer's cooperative media had already prepared reporters and questions, and several microphones were immediately stuffed in front of Ryan.
"This is a very beautiful city with charming beaches and blue waters. I think I'm about to fall in love with it." Seeing this kind of situation for a lot, Ryan naturally has some ways to deal with them.
"It is said that you don't have many roles in the movie. What prompted you to play such a supporting role?"
"The movie has a great story and profound theme, and it's also a Stephen Spielberg movie. What does that mean? I don't think I need to say more?"
"Do you know French movies? What great French movies have you seen?"
"I have worked with Director Besson. He is a very outstanding director. As for French movies..." Ryan couldn't help scratching his head. He couldn't think of it for a while, so he had to say. "A few days ago, I also watched an old movie called "Tiger's Escape", a great comedy."
His answer was obviously a bit unexpected, and the reporter who asked the question couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed.
Leaving the interview area, the main creators of the entire crew stood in front of the steps, and after a routine photo, Spielberg took the lead and walked towards the inside of the theater.
"I haven't seen you for a long time, Ryan." As soon as he walked up the steps, a fat man stretched out his hand to Ryan.
"Hi, Luc." Ryan shook his hand hard, "You look fat again."
“That’s because I haven’t worked for a long time.”
"I think..." Ryan frowned first, then stretched out, "We still have a lot of opportunities to cooperate."
"Then I'll wait for your good news." Luc Besson laughed.
A few years ago, the success of "The Killer Leon" made Luc Besson and Jean Renault successfully enter Hollywood. Compared with Jean Renault's relatively stable actor path, Luc Besson's subsequent works were not successful in North America, especially "The Fifth Element", with a production cost of $90 million and high promotional and marketing costs, after the movie was released in North America, Sony Columbia Pictures almost vomited blood.
Just like the Hollywood-style premiere, there were a large number of insiders gathered in the front hall of the Film Festival Palace. When the crew came in, they immediately cast their attention. When they saw Ryan, those filmmakers from all over the world had complicated eyes.
There is envy, jealousy, and admiration in it, and of course there is also disdain.
However, everyone knows what occasion this is. Even if they can't stand Ryan and Spielberg's commercial style, they will not be stupid enough to jump out to cause trouble at this time, otherwise they will only be themselves who are embarrassed.
Especially those directors in Europe often say disdain, and there are a few people in their hearts who don’t want their works to open up the North American market, like Luc Besson, to go to Hollywood for a while?
Fortunately, the director always has to maintain a bit of reserve, but the actors from all over the world are different. Hollywood has a natural attraction to them, and Ryan and Spielberg are Hollywood producers...
Listening to the introduction of the organizer's accompanying staff, Ryan maintained the necessary etiquette, shook hands with the people around him almost mechanically, and exchanged polite greetings. As for the other party's name, he rarely remembered it.
The reason is simple. Ryan or Hollywood doesn't need them, but they need Hollywood.
In addition to people from the film industry and media, the organizers also specially invited many veterans who had participated in the Normandy Landing according to the requirements of the crew. They were wearing old-style military uniforms and covered with medals on their chests, which was particularly eye-catching.
I believe that the war scenes in this movie will surely evoke the deepest memories in their hearts.
Hollywood movies have their own mature systems in commercial promotion, and some small things sometimes have unexpected results.
After the movie was screened, these veterans' evaluations of the movie were far more attractive than those of the film critics' articles.
Soon, the people gathered in the front hall, led by the staff, walked towards the largest main screening room. As the crew of the opening film, Ryan, Spielberg and others walked at the end. When they entered, the audience stood up and gave warm applause as usual.
Holding hands that reached in front of him and listening to compliments, there is no doubt that Ryan received the same treatment as Spielberg. Even if he was far away from the North American continent, no one dared to underestimate him, a young guy who was only eighteen years old.
What he represents is huge wealth, countless honors, and the status of the top Hollywood.
"Hi, Sophie."
What Ryan didn't expect was that behind his seat was the love of the French man.
"Ryan, it's been a long time since we met."
Before the princess of Wales passed away, the two had met at a charity event she organized.
"The next time I come to Los Angeles, I remember to visit my home. Nicole often mentions you." Although I know you, I am far from familiar with you, so Ryan casually spoke politely.
"It will definitely be." Sophie Marceau showed his signature smile.
He shook hands with an actor he didn't know before, and Ryan sat down. Before the opening film screening, the organizer had a brief ceremony, mainly introducing the members of the jury, as well as the main works of the contest, etc.
After a short wait, the lights of the theater finally went out. After a short subtitle on the big screen, an old star-striped flag fluttered in the wind and roared, officially kicking off the epic of this war.
The elderly man took the lead and the family followed closely. He quickly walked into the war cemetery on the coast, where countless soldiers who fought for freedom and democracy during World War II were buried.
Finally, he stood in front of a white cross, looked at the name on it, choked and slowly squatted on the ground, and couldn't help crying.
The camera slowly approached, and the sound of waves seemed to be vaguely heard, and the cruel history of that year flashed in front of the old man's eyes.
June 6, 1944, D Day that no one will forget.
Omaha Beach Green Zone D, a mudflat that has now become a protected area.
In the turbulent tide, landing craft were riding the wind and waves and rushed towards the shore. The Allied soldiers in the boat had different expressions, some were seasick and vomiting, some were trembling, and some were chewing gum...
Only those who look righteous and fearlessly shout slogans are lacking.
This is the real soldier, not the fake void doll. They know very well that what awaits them will be a cruel battle, the dividing line between the world and hell.
However, the bloody and cruelty of this battle far exceeded their expectations!
Chapter completed!