China Entertainment: I have been a director since 05

Chapter 410 is no less than a nuclear bomb!!!
On the Oscars red carpet, countless actresses dressed in starry clothes wanted to outshine the crowd.

Guan Ling stood in front, Liu Yifei and Fan Bingbing followed behind him on the left and right, taking a half step back.

Standing side by side with Guan Ling was You Benchang.

There was a huge crowd of media outside the red carpet, with all kinds of cameras flashing continuously.

In a trance, You Benchang thought of the phone call Guan Ling made to his girl that year.

I couldn't help but recall their state of mind at that time.

It's completely different from now.

Someone once said that the Oscars is China's Golden Rooster and Hundred Flowers Film Festival.

For those who don't have a Hollywood dream, an award means nothing.

You Benchang had had this thought in his mind before.

He has no Hollywood dream and no Oscar complex, so naturally he doesn't think highly of the Oscar awards.

But only when he actually stood on the red carpet of the Oscars could You Benchang feel the eccentric atmosphere brought by the Oscars.

A gleam of light gradually appeared in his eyes.

This is a look that is rarely seen in the pupils of an old man who is already 78 years old.

It's vigor.

It is also a vision of hope.

Compared to Cannes, the Oscars, as a local award in the United States, have a presence completely different from those he has seen in China. The cameras all over the surrounding area make the stars here shine all over the world.

Compared with the art feast in Cannes, You Benchang feels that the pressure from the Oscars is even stronger.

There were hundreds and thousands of media outlets, and the spotlight seemed to make him the center of attention.

Whether it is the spotlight, the attention of media and followers around the world, or the star-studded hall, the Oscars are superior.

This feeling was something he had never felt before.

"I have been an actor for fifty-five years."

You Benchang already had tears in his eyes.
“I never thought I’d be standing here before I die.

Not once.

And now, I’m standing here.”

He didn't say thank you, because no words could express the emotions in his heart at the moment.

For Guan Ling, the time from meeting him to filming the movie was very short, just two years.

As for his artistic career, the role of actor runs through his entire life.

Ang Lee once said that the hundred years of Chinese films are incomparable to the hundred years of American films.

You Benchang deeply agrees with this point. Having lived a lifetime, he knows that he must accept the shortcomings between Chinese films and TV series and those of the United States. The reason why major companies and directors frequently participate in major film festivals around the world is, firstly, to let the world know about China, and secondly, of course, the Chinese people have always been eager to catch up.

Guan Ling remained silent, but there was a fire deep in his heart, which was ignited by You Benchang's words.

He stood on the red carpet, looking at the stars on the red carpet and the obviously few Asian faces, with a slightly stern expression.

"It's a pity that flowers may bloom again, but people can never be young again. Fifty-five years, just hearing this number makes me feel really shocked. Mr. You, I really hope you can win an Oscar this time. Chinese actors need a role model who can win a Grand Slam."

Guan Ling sighed leisurely.

You Benchang shook his head slightly.

"In fact, compared to me standing on this stage, I am more looking forward to seeing you, Director Guan, win the award. Since 2005, Director Guan has not proven himself at the Oscars in the past five years. He just won the Golden Globe Award for Best Director two days ago, but you have never won the Oscar for Best Director.

I once read Shi Tiesheng's "I and the Earthen Altar", and there is a very good saying in it: When it comes to fate, there is no talk of justice.

It is unfair for a Chinese to want to win a local award in the United States.

But someone has to lead by example.”

You Benchang Road,

"I think this sentence is the same for everyone. Many people in this world cannot live like human beings, and cannot die with a complete body.

Just two years ago, I was still filming pantomimes, and many people knew me, but now they are probably middle-aged. They know me because of Jigong, but apart from Jigong, even if I walk on the street, few people know my name.

They worry about household matters, four parents and children, and have no time to pay attention to me.

But along the way to today, the awards and fame I have received were given to me by you.

But compared to an old man like me becoming a role model for Chinese actors, in fact, with your example in the future, Chinese films will have a better future.

Chinese filmmakers always think about the Oscars. You have brought a response, but I hope it should be more than just a response.

It’s like one breath and one lamp. In the art circle, every household needs you as a director to illuminate them.

There are so many good actors in China, what they lack are opportunities, platforms... and directors.

You are their hope.”

You Benchang spoke from the bottom of his heart, but these words made Guan Ling somewhat moved.

"You Lao..."

Guan Ling looked at the sad You Benchang and choked up.
"This is the second time you've wanted me to win the director's award instead of letting yourself win it."

"Because winning an award is not as important to me as winning an award to you."

You Benchang smiled very freely.

"It's useless for an actor to need too many role models. Acting skills are acquired through enlightenment. But for you, and for the development of Chinese films, it is very important."

Guan Ling didn't answer this time.

He understood what You Benchang meant.

He felt that he was too old and Guan Ling was still young.

Guan Ling also paused. You Benchang was looking forward to winning the Oscar for Best Director.

Because this award has only been won by Ang Lee before.

To the Chinese, he is already an outsider after all.

As many people hate Guan Ling as there are people who love him.

As many people are afraid that he will take it, as many people are looking forward to him taking it.

But when you think about it carefully, it is true. What Hollywood blockbusters mainly focus on is the box office.

Although she has won two Oscars, Best Original Screenplay and Best Foreign Language Film, Guan Ling has never won the most mainstream Oscar award.

People sometimes say that Chen Kai and Zhang Yimou often go to the Big Three or the Oscars to make cameo appearances, but if you really count, so far, isn't Guan Ling the same?

The Oscars are a broad road that countless Chinese people want to take, but only a few actually take it.

If this is a journey to immortality,

At best, Guan Ling only walked a few steps inside.

Guan Ling understood what You Benchang said, and he also realized that sometimes, no one's words count.

Guan Ling has always been very clear that he is not an absolute leader, let alone a god, and he cannot bridge the huge gap between Chinese films and Hollywood films.

He can only be a torch.

Ignite, illuminate, and detonate the dreams of others.

That's it.

“If I don’t get it this time, I’ll try to get it next year.”

Guan Ling glanced at You Benchang and promised.

You Benchang nodded, his eyes slightly moist, "Then I believe I will be able to see it in my lifetime."…………

When Guan Ling and others were walking on the red carpet, the media at the scene were already extremely agitated.

As the director with the most nominations, most people at the scene knew Guan Ling.

The greetings between Guan Ling and You Benchang on the red carpet made many people think a lot.

"Guan Ling looked very emotional and seemed not optimistic about whether he could win the award."

"You Benchang had tears in his eyes and looked very excited to be at the Oscars."

"Sina Entertainment News: Compared to the Golden Globe Awards where she won Best Foreign Language Film, Best Actor and Best Director, this year's Oscars are expected to be runners-up for Guan Ling's nominations in all other categories, except for Best Foreign Language Film."

"The Golden Globe Best Picture winner, The Social Network, has taken a sharp turn for the worse after the announcement of several important preliminary awards. It may become the biggest loser in the Oscars finals!"

"I think it's hard to say who the loser is. Guan Ling's two films have so many nominations. If she doesn't win any mainstream awards, she will be the biggest loser."

"Will You Benchang win the Oscar for Best Actor? Many American awards predict that Colin Firth will win the Oscar for Best Actor without any suspense!"

"Guan Ling, Nolan's winning of the Golden Globe Award for Best Director was hotly debated in the United States in January. In order to calm public opinion, this year's Oscars accepted an interview and claimed that they would strictly avoid double-yolk awards!"

When Guan Ling turned around, he saw Tu Jingwei standing beside him, and he was a little confused.

"Director Guan, I won't be explaining in front of the TV station this time. I'm here to witness it live!"

Tu Jingwei was standing in the isolation fence near the front of the red carpet, greeting Guan Ling.

"Director Guan, Mr. You, Yifei, Bingbing. You guys are the most shining people in China today."

…………

Wu Junmei came out to greet them in the backstage.

"Director Guan, go accept the interview first."

As an Oscar judge, Wu Junmei was restricted from voting for the film's nominated awards because of her participation in the filming of "The Father".

But this did not affect anything. Everyone saw the smile on her face and knew that she was in a good mood at the moment.

After receiving Guan Ling's call, Vivian Wu explained,
"The red carpet outside the Kodak Theater can accommodate more than 1,500 reporters, and if someone walks slowly on purpose, it will take more than an hour to walk along this red carpet."

She smiled and said, "So Director Guan, you walk too fast, and many people behind you can't keep up at all."

Wu Junmei was hinting at something, and when Liu Yifei heard the other party say "you are walking too fast", her heart moved.

"Sister Wu, have you heard any rumors?"

"I don't want to reveal too much, but I can tell you that there was a lot of controversy during the Oscar voting phase this year."

She turned to look at Guan Ling again.

"Guy Naut is really great. The PR fee of 15 million US dollars was not wasted."

"Sister Wu, it's not a good habit to finish your sentence halfway."

Fan Bingbing also felt like he was being tickled at the moment. Putting these few sentences together, everyone felt that something big was going to happen.

"It doesn't make any sense if I say so."

Wu Junmei shook her head and still refused to reveal it, but what she said made several people feel uneasy.
“But the news at the award ceremony later may be no less than a nuclear bomb.”

…………

When being interviewed, Guan Ling clearly noticed that there were many media outlets interviewing her.

Perhaps it was because the news that he received the most nominations for his two films was released by Chinese media and then reprinted by American media, causing quite a stir in the American media.

Because no one thought it could be calculated this way.

Two films, thirteen nominations!
The director with the most Oscar nominations this year!
win!
The Americans are all confused!

Anyway, counting it this way, Guan Ling is indeed the person with the most Oscar nominations this year, so she can be said to have won all the awards.

Even these news caused surprise among American movie fans.

It truly realized the transformation of domestic sales into export of news.

Many people understand why Chinese people are good at mathematics. At least from the perspective of scoring, Chinese people are really awesome!
Guan Ling also met Lee Unkrich on the red carpet.

"Edward, I want to prepare an absolutely classic Hollywood animation. Do you have any directors to recommend to me?"

The two exchanged pleasantries for a while, and Lee Unkrich patted his chest to indicate that he was able to do it.

But Guan Ling shook his head.

“You’re too expensive.”

Lee Unkrich burst out laughing.

As the dream maker of Pixar, he has always stood at the highest level of animated films, and his value is recognized by everyone.

“Are you planning to be both the director and the producer?”

After Lee Unkrich looked serious, he got down to business.

Nowadays, Hollywood animated films have begun to move towards a dual-director configuration, and this has become more and more common in the animation field. After all, the production process of an animated film takes a long time, and dual directors can better inject power into the film.

"Double director, I will assist."

Guan Ling thought for a moment and said.

He could choose to give the film to someone else, but the box office of nearly 1.4 billion made him decide to get involved.

Even if it's just as an aid.

"That's not going to work." Lee Unkrich thought for a moment, "Maybe we can only find a director who hasn't made an animated film in a while. Some famous ones won't be very willing to accept. They don't care about you, Guan Ling, and even less about your Skyrocketing."

Guan Ling nodded to show his understanding.

Lee Unkrich finally recommended Chris Buck;
"If there are two directors, I suggest choosing him. His Tarzan was directed by two directors. Two years ago, he also assisted Brannon in winning a nomination for Surf's Up, which won the 80th Academy Award."

Guan Ling nodded, but he felt quite surprised. After all the twists and turns, he didn't expect it was him.

……

The guests on the red carpet entered the venue one after another.

The time to start is getting closer and closer.

"I think what Sister Wu said just now revealed a lot of things," Liu Yifei grabbed Guan Ling's hand, not caring at all whether the media would capture her in the picture.

"Director Guan, I'm even more nervous coming here this time than when I was nominated for 'Hearing Girl'."

"You didn't get nominated for Best Actress for 'Hearing Girl', so why were you so nervous?"

Guan Ling's words made Liu Yifei's eyes fierce, and then depressed, "I didn't get nominated this time, and I didn't even get a supporting actress in Inception."

Liu Yifei is very regretful. Logically speaking, she might have been given one even for the box office results.

But the two supporting actresses in "Bullfighting" were too fierce. They were both nominated at the same time, leaving Liu Yifei with no chance at all.

“After the Oscars, can I officially announce the movies I produced?”

Liu Yifei asked excitedly.

"We'll talk about it when the time comes. What if you win the award? You won't be able to wait for two days? Your news will definitely be drowned in the vast ocean."

"That's right."

Liu Yifei grinned.

On the stage, the host began to warm up the audience.

And soon,
With the whole audience in silence, the Oscars ceremony began to get down to business with the presentation of the first award.

(End of this chapter)