Reborn fashion designer

Chapter 431 Cannes is the Cannes of art films (please vote for me!)

""Untouchable" will not participate in the award selection."

Before the opening of the 63rd Cannes International Film Festival, Xiangyang set off from Paris to Cannes.

After arriving, he learned about the competition status of the two works participated by Hermès Film Investment Company.

Well.

If you don’t want to participate, don’t participate.

Then can I go back to Paris?

This film festival is held for 12 days in total, and he doesn't have time to spend all of it here.

I still have to rush back to pick up my parents.

"There is an old saying in China: take care of yourself when you have come." How could Little John let Xiang Yang go? He smiled and said to his friend: "Do you know how many banquets I have attended for you in the past few days?"

At first, he quite enjoyed it.

Stars, directors and film producers were all very enthusiastic towards him, which greatly satisfied some aspects of his vanity.

But after a lot of it, Little John felt that he couldn't handle it anymore.

CC standard collection, film investment, scripts, etc., he is so busy that he feels like he can't cope with eight mouths every day.

"Isn't that exactly what you want?" Xiang Yang raised his eyebrows, looked at Laura and said, "You've been working hard, how is your health lately?"

"I'm fine." Laura smiled and asked, "Where's Liu, is she admitted to the hospital?"

"almost."

Thinking that someone had gained a lot of weight recently due to the arrival of his aunt, Xiang Yang laughed in his heart.

He actually thinks it would be better to be fatter.

At this time, the phone rang in the hotel where Little John lived.

In a short time, Yu Dong from Bernard Films appeared in the presidential suite reserved for Xiang Yang by HYS with Wang Xiaoshuai, Qin Hao, and Fan Xiaopang from the "Rizhao Chongqing" crew.

In addition to them, there is also Jia Zhangke from "Legend of the Sea".

As the creative director of the Hermès sub-brand, I still have this reputation.

Because of this matter, Little John felt so sulky.

He still holds the title of CEO after all, which is obviously a different treatment.

"If you like it, you can stay here. It's only for two nights anyway."

Xiang Yang didn't care much about such luxurious enjoyment.

Although the presidential suite in this hotel is very luxuriously decorated and expensive, to be honest, enjoying this kind of thing depends more on whether you put your mind on it.

Xiang Yang's mind was not in Cannes at all, so he felt that it would be the same wherever he slept at night.

Otherwise, you ask him to bring Liu Qianqian or his parents, and you see if he is willing to give up the room.

It's just that when Dong and others appeared, Xiang Yang immediately became energetic after seeing Wang Xiaoshuai and Jia Zhangke.

There is indeed a lot of controversy among the sixth-generation directors. However, looking at Chinese-language films, how many people can break out of the golden age of Chinese-language films in the 90s from the fourth- and fifth-generation directors?

The 90s were the decade when Chinese-language films developed most rapidly.

Chinese-speaking filmmakers began to go global and won many awards, and Hong Kong's films ushered in their final glory.

Countless classic movies were produced during this period.

Many people blindly criticize the works of these directors, but Xiang Yang is willing to bet that 99% of people either blindly believe in a certain argument or have never seen these masterpieces.

When later generations, after seeing the success of the Korean movie "Parasite", Chinese movie fans began to praise the director Bong Joon-ho, they may not know that this movie is based on the 1995 French-German co-production, by K. Adapted from "A Cold Sacrifice" directed by Lord Chabrol.

With very similar theme content and structural settings, thrillers with naturalistic psychological impulses have been telling the real dilemmas and cold barriers faced by people of different classes as early as 20 years ago.

As a member of the French New Wave, Claude Chabrol has been extremely influential even though he has been overshadowed by Godard, Truffaut, Rohmer and others.

The Chinese-language films of the 90s that were produced at the same time as him were also popular because of their discussions of human nature and the times.

It even once overshadowed the status of Neon Country films in European film festivals.

However, with the development of Chinese industrial films and the influx of large amounts of capital, the new wave of Chinese-language and left-bank films were soon completely buried by commercial films in the 90s.

This kind of thing is quite depressing if you think about it carefully.

Unlike Wang Xiaoshuai, Jia Zhangke and Xiang Yang who had a common conversation, Qin Hao and Fan Xiaopang could only watch a few people chatting.

It wasn't until he had some time that Fan Xiaopang took the opportunity to say a few words to Xiang Yang.

"Director Xiang, I finally see you again."

"Yeah, long time no see."

Xiang Yang responded with a smile, turned his attention to Qin Hao and said with a smile: "Mr. Qin, it's a pleasure to meet you. Please forgive me for the poor reception."

"What are you talking about to the director?"

Qin Hao waved his hand quickly. During the time he came to Paris, he often heard people around him talking about Xiang Yang.

"How are you preparing for the red carpet tomorrow?" Xiang Yang asked with concern.

"Everything is ready." After Qin Hao smiled cautiously, he glanced at Fan Xiaopang and continued: "Xiao Pang helped me a lot and helped me prepare several dresses suitable for attending the event. .”

"Oh, really." Xiang Yang was stunned for a moment and nodded.

After Fan Xiaopang looked at Qin Hao gratefully, he quickly smiled and shook his head.

She didn't dare to show off the few resources she had to Xiang Yang.

But there are some things that should be said.

At the very least, you have to show your recent achievements and recognition in front of Xiang Yang in order to attract his attention.

"Director Xiang, my dress is also ready. I specially asked Lawrence Xu to design it."

"Lawrence Xu."

This name is quite familiar to Xiangyang, and it will be one of the future high-end customization brands in China.

Like Elle Saab, it has design elements from their respective traditional cultures.

As for the effects presented, it varies from person to person.

It should be that dragon robe dress

After silently recalling the time period in his mind, Xiang Yang raised the corner of his mouth slightly. Fan Xiaopang chose to wear this dress to attend the Cannes red carpet, which will undoubtedly attract everyone's attention.

This is consistent with her usual behavior.

After chatting for about an hour, Yu Dong was about to invite everyone to have dinner together to enhance their relationship, when Xiang Yang's cell phone rang.

Anna Wintour called.

Being such a busy person, she also flew directly from New York to Cannes to participate in this film festival.

"I'm sorry." After chatting with the other party, Xiang Yang said apologetically to the others, and extended an invitation to Dong Dong, "How about Mr. Yu, come with me here. It happens that the people from Gaomeng are Also there."

"Well, if it doesn't cause any trouble." The smile on Yu Dong's lips said it all.

"Mr. Yu, don't be polite."

"Okay, then Director Wang and Director Jia, you make your own arrangements with Xiaopang and Qin Hao in the evening."

Knowing that Xiang Yang had no intention of taking anyone else, Yu Dong directly spoke out and turned into a villain.

"Well, Director Wang and Director Jia, we'll see you at the film festival." Xiang Yang smiled and expressed his apology to the two directors.

Wang Xiaoshuai and Jia Zhangke also expressed their understanding of this.

They went, but they couldn't blend into the occasion. Through the exchange just now, the two of them also gained a new understanding of Xiang Yang.

Everyone is praising the success of Feng Dapao, Zhang Mouzi, Chen Kaige and others in commercial films, but how many people care that they are also promoting the overall development of Chinese films in their own way.

It’s not that they don’t want to make commercial films.

Wang Xiaoshuai also deliberately made some commercial breakthroughs in "Rizhao Chongqing" this time.

However, I am used to making literary films, and the transformation is not easy.

If you don't do it right, the photo will look unflattering on both sides.

After a few people left, Yu Dong, who stayed behind, couldn't help but smile to Xiang Yang who was about to leave: "I didn't expect that Director Xiang likes literary movies very much."

"I like to talk meaningfully." While greeting Little John and Laura to set off, Xiangyang said with a smile: "Actually, I also like to watch blockbusters, but I don't have much time."

Yes, Xiang Yang can watch any movie except horror movies.

"Indeed, a good movie should have something to say."

As a film investor, Yu Dong can certainly understand the meaning of Xiang Yang's words.

However, there are only a handful of directors around the world who can combine literature and art with business, and they are naturally very few among Chinese-language films.

When walking out of the presidential suite, Yu Dong continued:

"In June and July this year, competition in the domestic film market was quite fierce. I heard Mr. Han say that the review of "Untouchable" in China is coming to an end, which is gratifying."

"It's indeed very gratifying." Xiang Yang also praised him, pointed at Little John and said with a smile:

"In the future, our Hermès Film Investment Company will still need more help from Mr. Yu."

"What you said to the director is obvious."

How could Yu Dong miss such a good opportunity to promote mutual development? He said readily on the spot that Bernard would definitely use the best production team to assist in the filming of the "Bite of Tongue" series.

"Actually, it's not just "Bite of the Tongue."" Xiang Yang smiled as he walked into the special elevator: "In the future, our art film center will also need more support from Bernard."

It is not easy to develop an art film center and play art films.

Although Hermès has its own advantages, if it wants to do well, it really cannot do without the support of China Film, Bernard, and even more domestic film companies and other parties.

Like Bernard, in this regard, it can provide a great advantage to the art film center promoted by Hermès Film Investment Company.     Because they have their own theater chain.

"I have to go back and discuss this with the senior management of the group."

Regarding this important matter, Yu Dong did not rashly let the wind blow.

Are the resources of Hermès Film Investment Company attractive?

Very tempting.

If it wasn't tempting, Yu Dong wouldn't leave behind a lot of domestic work and hang out in Cannes every day.

But when it comes to theaters, he has to be cautious.

This is Bernard's core asset in the future, and the construction of the theater requires a large amount of real money investment.

Different from Wanda's self-construction model, Bernard's model is to lease commercial properties in core areas and then transform them into cinemas. According to Bernard's development plan, the opening cost of each theater is controlled at around 2000 million yuan to maintain its sustainable development.

Leaving the hotel, Fan Xiaopang had a slightly disappointed look on his face.

Anna Wintour.

Xiangyang

Fan Xiaopang, who has gained a lot recently, feels like he has been hit again.

"Should I not see him? Why do I feel unhappy every time after seeing him?" After thinking for a while, Fan Xiaopang expressed his gratitude to Qin Hao again after getting in the car:

"Brother Hao, thank you just now."

Qin Hao also breathed a sigh of relief and said, "That's right. You helped me so much with the clothes."

"However, Director Xiang is quite polite when he speaks."

Qin Hao commented after recalling his experience in the hotel just now.

"That's for you."

Fan Xiaopang was speechless

In the hotel just now, Xiangyang had a lot to talk with, whether it was Yu Dong, Wang Xiaoshuai or Jia Zhangke.

I can also have a few words with Qin Hao.

Only his reaction to her was very cold.

If it weren't for a few words about clothes, I would have looked like a transparent person throughout the whole process.

"Little Fatty, actually I'm curious about something." Qin Hao scratched his hair, turned his head to look at Fatty Fan, and said, "Tell me, why do I think he has done nothing but has great influence?" How big is it?"

"This?" Fan Xiaopang was stunned for a moment.

It seems that, at first glance, what Qin Hao said makes sense.

But then, Fan Xiaopang shook his head and said with a smile: "Brother Hao, what they do is not in the same circle as us. If you don't stand in this circle and see it, it is difficult to understand it personally.

So, I don’t know how to explain it to you. "

"Well, that's true." Qin Hao agreed with this statement.

In terms of their entertainment circle, TV drama actors are in a circle, and movie actors are also in a circle.

Even in the film industry, directors and actors are not in the same circle.

Otherwise, Wang Xiaoshuai and Jia Zhangke would not have left alone.

The next day, it was 19 o'clock French time and 2 o'clock in the morning in Beijing.

The red carpet of the opening ceremony of the 63rd Cannes Film Festival and the premiere of the opening film "Legal Copy" were officially held.

As the host of this edition of the Cannes Film Festival, the jury was the first to appear on the red carpet.

As soon as the limousine arrived and the door opened, cheers erupted from the grand red carpet.

A large number of media immediately focused their cameras on the members of the jury led by the famous American director Tim Burton.

There are 7 judges, consisting of 5 men and 2 women.

Among them, the most resounding ones are Alberto Barbera, director of the Italian National Film Museum, and Juliette Binoche, who stars in the opening film "Legal Copy" and also serves as a judge.

"Juliet, look this way!"

"Juliet, wave your hands this way!"

“Binoche”

Well, the moment she appeared on the red carpet wearing a beautiful Dior haute couture gown and jewelry, Juliette Binoche became the sole focus of attention.

Praising your own people is the same everywhere.

Because two Chinese films were shortlisted for the main competition unit and the Un Certain Regard unit this time, the Six Princesses also sent an on-site interview team for real-time broadcast.

“What’s on the screen now are the members of this jury.”

"In the next 12 days, they will decide the winning film at this Cannes Film Festival"

"In fact, at this Cannes Film Festival, there is a great possibility that a European 'Three Golden Film Queens' will be born, which is the Juliette Binoche in the picture now. She has won "

Either way, the sixth princess's explanation was detailed. She not only introduced the selection mechanism of the Cannes Film Festival to the audience before the opening of the red carpet, but also briefly sorted out the differences between each film festival.

Just as the judging panel walked through the red carpet and took photos in front of the signature wall, the second wave of red carpet guests had already arrived.

To everyone's surprise, there was only one guest in the second wave.

After seeing the figure clearly, the scene immediately burst into cheers that were no less than those caused by Juliette Binoche just now.

Gong Li, who is the daughter of Cannes and has also been awarded the French Tourism Ambassador, appeared on the red carpet in an elegant black dress, as if the queen was here.

Like the jury team just now, we enjoyed a full 5 minutes of alone time on the red carpet.

5 minutes!

one person!

This was on the red carpet at the Cannes premiere

For a while, Chinese netizens who paid attention to this red carpet expressed their enjoyment.

Everyone shouted the slogan "Gong Huang".

"Everyone, here comes the team of "Legal Copy", which are British baritone singer William Simmel, Persian national treasure director Abbas Kiarostami, and investment representatives of the film. Jean-Claude. And Mr. Xiangyang, who was interviewed by our sixth princess."

As soon as the commentary on the broadcast ended, four men in black suits walked onto the red carpet hand in hand, with a beautiful lady beside them.

The sharp-eyed among domestic netizens recognized two of them.

"Hey! Isn't this awesome brother?!"

"It's the CEO and design director of Hermès!"

"Haha, Liu Qianqian is here."

"Tathagata? Hahaha, the people upstairs are laughing so hard at me!"

"Are you attending as a family member?"

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The Sixth Princess explained: "Actually, the opening film "Legal Copy" also features our Chinese filmmakers. Liu Qianxi served as the producer of this film, but due to physical reasons."

Netizen: "I got it! You don't need to say anything!"

The Sixth Princess’ narration: “.”

Sixth Princess’ explanation: “It is noteworthy that as the closing film of this year, “Untouchable” is also invested and produced by China Film Group. This film will be released in the summer season in July.”

"Xiang, how are you? How does it feel to walk on the red carpet as a family member?"

Little John, who hugged Xiang Yang and didn't care about Laura's resentful eyes, showed his white teeth to the flashing camera and said happily.

Xiangyang, "."

At the same time, in the villa in Paris, Liu Qianqian stared at the TV broadcast angrily and said angrily: "This annoying little John! Can he stop being so clingy to my husband!"

"Qianxi, this alto singer looks very interesting." Liu Qianxi's aunt said with a smile.

When it came to the old handsome guy, Liu Qianqian quickly changed her attention and smiled: "Simmel, he is indeed handsome. If you want to listen to his opera, aunt, I can help you get tickets."

Thinking of something, she jokingly joked with her aunt: "But, uncle won't be jealous, right? Hehe."

"How can your uncle be jealous? Do you think he is the same as you?"

Liu Xiaoli glanced at her daughter reproachfully.

"Mom, you don't understand," Liu Qianqian said unconvinced.

The next day, Dou Sen and Juan Fu, who were working for England, saw reports on the Cannes red carpet and their hearts were broken.

"The Sun", which had reported the scandal between the four people, also came to join in the fun.

What the fashion circle is more concerned about is that Anna Wintour and her boyfriend Bill Nighy appeared on the Cannes red carpet.

　Without art films, there would be no commercial film success.

　　This is not the author's praise, but art films have always led the development of films.

　　Many people will think that the success of commercial films depends on the development of the film industry, but this is not the case.

　　Because the montage techniques, long shot aesthetics, stream of consciousness, etc. that everyone often mentions are all from the impressionism, abstraction, surrealism, poetic realism, left bank, etc. that dominated the history of film development from the 1920s to the 1960s. Explored in the new wave. Every shot you see in today's industrial films has already been attempted in early art films, and Hollywood's success lies in borrowing a large number of art film shooting techniques and combining them with commercial films. Later, with the advancement of photography technology, it was possible to succeed.

　　Commercial movies, Hollywood is undoubtedly successful.

　　The commercial development of Chinese-language films has become more and more successful, but art films have become increasingly lonely with the development of domestic commercial films after the 90s.

　　The reason is actually very simple, it is difficult to shoot (policy) + not profitable (not in line with public taste).

　　European art films are also in decline, and they are also greatly influenced by ZZZQ.

　　However, art films and commercial films are like a pair of chopsticks and a pair of legs, both indispensable and interdependent. Because film itself is an art, because the production of film is the product of the development of painting art to a certain extent, combined with optical technology and photography art.

　　

　

(End of this chapter)