Chapter 671 Chinese Movie Night
"The French are real Nazis, and they still enjoy it!"
This is what Ras von Tyre said to Danish reporters after being expelled from the Cannes Film Festival.[][].[23][wx].[].[]
After his remarks in an interview were reported, he was criticized by almost all media from North America to the continent and Germany, but the Danish director seemed to have no intention of regret.
"I'm very proud to be listed as an unpopular figure by the Cannes Film Festival. In the end, history will tell us that we are actually Nazis."
Las von Tyre confronted the French media and started a verbal battle from both sides.
After a stern statement was issued, Ryan was too lazy to pay attention to this kind of clown. As the chairman of the jury, he had too much to do during the festival. In addition to watching the films regularly, he also had to attend some official events held by the Cannes Film Festival, such as ‘Cannes Chinese Film Night’.
This year coincides with the 100th anniversary of the birth of Chinese films. The official Cannes Film Festival specially organized this celebration event specially held for the century of Chinese films. Because a large press conference was held in advance and it has special significance, the Chinese Film Night event attracted a lot of attention. As soon as it was getting dark, a long team of reporters gathered at the entrance of the beach of the Carlton Hotel.
After all, this is an official event held by Cannes. Not only did the Chinese Film Festival attend the film festival participate, but some heavyweight stars also received invitations from the board of directors of the Cannes Film Festival.
When Ryan appeared on the beach with Pierre Jean, the head of the film festival board, it was no exaggeration to say that he completely stole the limelight of today's protagonist - film workers from China. The whole scene became extremely chaotic, and even hotel security guards pushed and pulled each other and argued. The security guards even led the wolfdog out, which made him move step by step to squeeze into the entrance of the front row.
Even so, those reporters did not let Ryan go. Especially several Chinese journalists, the Chinese star who threw away the interview was rushing to him at the speed of the hurdler who made a big splash in Athens last year.
Of course, their most concerned issue is whether Chinese films can win awards.
"Mr. Jenkins, as we all know, you have always loved Chinese culture."
Compared to the last time they went to China to hold their premiere, these entertainment reporters already had the spirit of paparazzi. "Can you comment on the Chinese films participating in the competition? Will they win awards?"
As for the non-public evaluation of the films that Ryan said, they have chosen to forget them.
"The Qinghong, The Underworld and The Last Time are all very outstanding works," Ryan said, "No matter whether they can win the award in the end, three movies were shortlisted for the competition unit at the same time, which shows that Chinese films already have strong competitiveness."
"So do you think "The Last Time" is also a Chinese movie?" A Chinese reporter immediately caught the details that Ryan didn't pay much attention to in his words.
"Isn't that a Chinese movie?" Ryan shook his head in discomfort.
After saying that, he immediately turned around and walked into the venue, without giving the reporters a chance to ask sensitive questions.
"Hello, Ryan."
As soon as he entered the brightly lit beach venue, a familiar Chinese female movie star walked up to him, and Ryan gently held it in her hand. "Hello, Zhang."
In addition to Bai Ge and Wu, among the Chinese directors and movie stars present, the one who really had an intersection with him is the International Chapter.
Since he has come here, social engagements are bound to be indispensable. In public, Ryan rarely makes rude actions. When International Zhang asked to help him introduce filmmakers from China, Ryan did not refuse.
Although some people have relatively unfamiliar faces, they have always heard of their names in their previous lives. For example, directors, directors, Wang Xiaoshuai, Lu Chuan, Johnnie To, actors, Tony Leung, Zhang Zhen, Lin Xilei, Gao Yuanyuan, etc.
Of course, he basically nodded and greeted him. These people basically had no value to him.
"Mr. Jenkins."
Bai Ge? Wu looked at Ryan with a complicated look. His two most brilliant films in Hollywood were all derived from their cooperation with Jenkins Films. Ryan held them in his hand, "John, I heard you have returned to China?"
"Yes, I'm going to make a war epic."
After listening to Bai Ge? Wu said, Ryan nodded, "Good luck."
The other party's works below basically do not have the value of introducing North America. Ryan talked with him for a few simple words, and his eyes turned back to the International Chapter who had been following him.
The big-nosed actor who was talking to International Zhang seemed a little embarrassed when he saw Ryan's expression.
Ryan knew he had a knot with him, but he didn't care about each other at all. He held it in Jack Chen's hand, nodded slightly, and walked towards the place where Hollywood people gathered, where his camp was.
Jack Chen has been in Hollywood for so many years. Through the position of supporting roles in "Rush Hour", he is about to get the protagonist of the super-large production "Eighty Days Traveling around the Earth" with Disney, which invested $110 million. This upcoming project was not only stopped by Ryan, but Disney also terminated the cooperation agreement on "Flying Dragon Rebirth" with him, which even caused him to be on the blacklist of Hollywood that cannot be cooperated with. It would be strange if he had no idea in his mind.
However, no matter what he thinks, it is meaningless to Ryan, and the status gap between the two is too far.
Ryan will definitely not let this movie that is so frustrating that he vomits blood and loses hundreds of millions of dollars in the short term.
Besides, in the previous life, Jack Chen, apart from entering the Hollywood popular zone, all of the films that were able to succeed in North America existed as supporting roles. From the "Pulley Hour" series to the later "Kung Fu Dream", he was all supporting roles for blacks and whites.
“Have you gained anything?”
Ryan had just sat in a chair, and Harvey Weinstein came over and sat next to him, "Harvey, which video did you watch?"
"Not yet." Harvey Weinstein shook his head, "Someone recommended "The Promise" to me, but I don't understand what that movie is about to express?"
"Have you seen it, Ryan?" He looked here.
Ryan shook his head slowly. He had watched this video in his previous life, so he naturally would not have any interest in this life. Perhaps this movie is really a film for future audiences, just like some film critics have praised it, but it is indeed not liked by current audiences. To be precise, he has not seen many people in the future say that "The Promise" is very good and classic.
Some people are destined to live on a movie for a lifetime.
After staying for about half an hour, Ryan said goodbye and left. The circle he was in was a Pacific distance from the Chinese film circle and had no intention of interacting with those directors and actors. Even if he had to use some actors from the other side in the future, the candidates would not be a problem.
Even if it's just a soy sauce, many people have squeezed their heads and wanted to appear in Hollywood's big productions.
Ryan also has some preliminary plans for this, such as "Transformers", which is about to be pushed onto the agenda by Disney. He plans to appropriately add a Chinese supporting role with limited scenes. He can find any of Sam's classmates, just a few minutes of shots and a few lines.
North America and the Western world are still major film markets. Chinese elements can be added a little, but the principle of moderation must be maintained. The important thing is to give the opposite media enough to hype and promote the heads of publicity.
Perhaps the heroine of "Qinghong" is a good choice? The image is OK, and it is a bit famous on the other side of the ocean. Although it is definitely not as good as the international chapter, the selling point of the movie is not in this regard.
When he returned to the hotel, Ryan asked John to record the matter. After the crew started preparing, he asked someone to contact International Zhang and Gao Yuanyuan separately. We will see the specific situation.
Although "Chinese Film Night" has triggered a hot speculation from the Chinese media, it is just a small episode for the Cannes Film Festival. As films entering the competition unit are released one after another, this Cannes Film Festival has also entered the final selection stage.
In the most influential media in France, traces of the public relations of various crews can be seen everywhere, the promotion of films, advertisements and applauding comments are emerging one after another, and even if the judges cannot directly participate due to their identity, everyone has a social circle and indirect influence is everywhere.
“In the belonging of the Palme d’Or.”
At the final cake split meeting, Ryan directly expressed his opinion, "My first choice is Brokeback Mountain."
"Dan Ann Lee just got the Palme d'Or a few years ago."
French female director Agnes Varda expressed different opinions, "I think you can give Brokeback Mountain awards, but Palme d'Or is better off choosing other movies, such as "Children."
"The problem is that there is a big gap between this film and Brokeback Mountain."
Hillary Swank, who was sitting aside, spoke, "I think Brokeback Mountain is the most suitable choice for the Palme d'Or."
"I think so too." Javier Baden, from Spain, echoed, who is Penelope Cruz's boyfriend.
“In all videos.”
Another judge, author Tony Morrison from the United States, said, "Brokeback Mountain is the best."
In the end, five of the nine judges chose Brokeback Mountain, among them Ryan, the chairman of the jury. Palme drew no suspense. According to the basic principle of dividing cakes, this film will not win other heavyweight awards. In the subsequent selection, Ryan chose to vote with his feet. Anyway, the heaviest award has been won.
Chapter completed!