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Chapter 268 [95] Venice, the countercurrent actor!

Evening, Venice Cinema Palace.

The six judges of the countercurrent unit, Xu Anhua and Liu Ruoying, were sitting in front of the voting booth and were in the process of finalizing the awards for the countercurrent unit.

Xu Anhua, who is the part-time chairperson of the countercurrent unit, sat in the middle. There was a black ballot box in front of her, and several Venice Film Festival officials sat there to supervise.

“There are a lot of awards for the countercurrent unit this time!”

"There are five prizes in total!"

"Special attention is given to the special awards for Best Actor, Actor, Director, and the San Marco Award for Best Film!"

Xu Anhua talked about the awards, and then confirmed to the six judges in front of him: "First of all, we will vote for the special attention award for the countercurrent unit!"

With that said, she took the lead in writing a film and then put it in the ballot box.

The judges' positions are a bit far apart, so they can't see what movies they are writing about.

"..."

"You can go back after attending the award ceremony of the Countercurrent Unit tomorrow!"

However, in all the years since Venice was founded, such an outrageous thing has never happened.

Chen Yu looked at the seats around him. Although there was no red carpet ceremony, the award ceremony was held in the same venue as the main competition a few days later.

Of course, they all have a rough prediction.

The six judges have just finished their explanations, and each person has only one vote for the final voting right. Even the chairman of the jury has only one vote, and he/she cannot influence the choices of other members.

It's really not comparable to the main competition unit.

Moreover, the so-called absolute democracy is just talk.

In fact, the chairman of the jury still has a certain say in whether it can influence the specifics.

Early in the morning, he put on a high-end suit, and he looked starry and radiant.

Chen Yu has been looking forward to the long-awaited day of the 60th Venice Film Festival and the awards ceremony for the Countercurrent Unit.

Even Liu Yifei, who was standing next to him at this time, seemed to pale in comparison to Chen Yu. He was really too dazzling today.

Huo Jian and others found their seats and sat down.

The two chatted and laughed and walked out with the other judges.

Several film festival staff immediately took the ballot boxes and went next door to investigate.

***

The next day, August 2003, 8.

"Sister Hua, would you like to have a drink?"

You know, there are a total of 18 films shortlisted for the countercurrent unit, and it is very likely that the seven judges will all choose different films; therefore, a second round of voting is required.

And after the final list comes out, the seven judges have to take out their final voting sheets for review to prevent official personnel from switching votes.

So, relatively speaking, it’s fair!

"No, I still have a few exclusive interviews!"

Her review work for this year's countercurrent unit has come to an end; while Xu Anhua still has to participate in the review and voting of the main competition unit for a few days.

After all, it's not worth it, because you can find out immediately.

However, the momentum is definitely incomparable; and the entire movie palace was not full.

In fact, the judges here don’t know the specific list of winners, and they have to wait for the final draw.

After rounds of screening and voting, the list of Special Attention Awards was finally born.

However, in the end it is the jury, especially the chairman of the jury, who decides how the voting will be conducted to ensure absolute democracy.

And before voting, there will be a collective debate.

Soon, everyone had voted.

In this round, the second most satisfactory one is selected, which is the substitute movie.

The group of people arrived in front of the movie palace. Liu Yifei had a work permit, so they could enter together.

Of course, this is the film festival’s external rhetoric.

Among these films, seven people voted.

"Whoo~~~"

Liu Ruoying took the initiative to invite Xu Anhua. This was not the first time the two met.

Generally, there will be at least two rounds of voting for each award.

"Let's go!"

The other awards are also determined in this round.

After the voting ended, Liu Ruoying couldn't help but let out a long breath: "Done!"

About an hour later, all the votes for the five awards in the countercurrent unit have been completed, and the ballot boxes will be sealed. Special staff will prepare the final list of winners, which will be delivered to the site before tomorrow's awards ceremony.

After two rounds of this, we will keep the movies with the most choices.

"I just know one!"

Chen Yu glanced around and saw the very conspicuous Scarlett Johansson not far away, a superstar who would be very popular in Hollywood in the future. She was actually already somewhat famous in the United States. She was a child star. He starred in his debut movie "The Hustler's Bodyguard" at the age of 10!

Chen Yu had seen photos of her when she was ten years old, and he could only say that the widow's appearance was getting better with age.

At the age of 10, she was already very generous. Now at the age of 19, she is at the peak of her appearance. She needs to have a good figure and good looks. Her long golden hair is shawl, and she also reveals a hint of youth. breath.

"Sofia Coppola!"

Liu Yifei suddenly said something in Chen Yu's ear, and Chen Yu was stunned for a moment: "Who?"

"The one you're looking at!"

"I'm not looking at her!"

Chen Yu didn't even know who the person Liu Yifei was talking about was.

"Aren't you looking at her?"

Liu Yifei followed Chen Yu's gaze and saw Scarlett, feeling a little confused.

"I'll take a quick look!"

Chen Yu said slightly, but Liu Yifei took out a brochure and pointed to the name of the director of "Lost in Translation": "That's the guy!"

"You're talking about...the director of this movie?"

"Yes, don't you know him?"

"do not know!"

Chen Yu only knows that "Lost in Translation" is very famous. It will be shortlisted for four Oscars next year and will also win the best screenplay.

The key point is that this movie only took 27 days to shoot, and the cost was only 400 million, but it took in a global box office of 7100 million. The widowed sister was really a loser.

"You should know Francis Ford Coppola, right?"

"Of course, he is the director of the "Godfather" series!" One of the most awesome directors in Hollywood, a ruthless person who has been shortlisted for three major film festivals and Oscars.

The movie "The Godfather" is so famous all over the world.

"This director is his daughter!"

"Mist grass!"

Chen Yu was stunned for a moment, and couldn't help but say a curse word in his heart!

No wonder it will be shortlisted for four awards next year, with such a strong background.

The starting point of the widowed sister is really high!

"So Director Huo is very excited. I am very optimistic about this movie!"

Liu Yifei secretly whispered into Chen Yu's ear. In fact, Chen Yu had the same idea as Liu Yifei.

The opponent is too strong, and the father is so famous, it is difficult not to win the award!

While chatting with Liu Yifei like this, the awards ceremony for the countercurrent unit finally began.

The host doesn't talk nonsense, which is what Chen Yu likes. It's not like the domestic golden roosters and golden horses who talk a lot.

Directly six judges and Xu Anhua came to the stage.

Soon, the first prize was awarded directly.

Special Attention Award - "A Hero's Dream" by Daniel Rosenfeld!

This is a documentary. Obviously, special attention is awarded to different films.

"Next, we are going to award the Best Actress in the Countercurrent Unit!"

"Lost in Translation, Scarlett Johansson!"

Xu Anhua read out the final list of winners, and the widow jumped up from her seat with excitement, which made Chen Yu feel like he was possessed by a black widow.

Now she is probably going to play a role in Marvel, where she will be more capable.

"See it!"

Liu Yifei watched with envy as Scarlett rushed to the podium, where she excitedly gave her acceptance speech.

"I'm jealous?"

Chen Yu glanced at Liu Yifei, who was looking straight at Scarlett. Liu Yifei shook her head: "No, it's motivation!"

"This is my first time attending such a formal award ceremony!"

Although Liu Yifei said this, she never looked at Chen Yu like this, her expression was surprisingly serious.

Obviously, no actress would not envy the Best Actress trophy.

"Brother Xiao Yu, the best actor!"

Huo Jian stood up and said to Chen Yu. Chen Yu immediately straightened his body, knowing that the probability of winning this award was not high, but at least there was hope.

Liu Yifei suddenly pinched Chen Yu's palm.

"What's wrong?"

"Give you strength!"

"..."

In fact, it was a wish that Liu Yifei made on her birthday. She hoped that this wish could help Chen Yu come true.

"Are you so powerful?"

Chen Yu made a joke at the right time, trying to disperse the tension in his heart.

But at this time, any method is actually useless.

"The winner of the Best Actor in the Countercurrent Unit of the 60th Venice Film Festival is——"

Liu Ruoying took the final list of winners and opened it there.

The entire awards hall became surprisingly quiet at this moment, with countless people pricking their ears to listen to the final names.

clap clap clap!

At this time, lights suddenly hit the sky above many seats, and Chen Yu suddenly saw a familiar figure.

Tadanobu Asano!

He knew this person, he was a very famous actor in Japan.

He has acted in many Chinese movies in later generations, such as "Tang Detective 3" and "The Death of Romance"... This guy seems to have won an award in Venice, no, this is the one right now?

Chen Yu was thinking for a while, but his nerves were very tight. He had already let go of Liu Yifei's hand. Anyway, the light was on, so he had to pay attention to the impact.

He put his hands together to cover his nose, and put his elbows on his knees, making a suffocating motion.

Her eyes were fixed on Liu Ruoying, who had already opened the envelope. Liu Ruoying first glanced at the list, and then showed a look of surprise.

Finally, she suddenly raised her head, approached the microphone, and said slightly excitedly: ""Warm"——"

"Ok?"

Huo Jianqi on the side suddenly turned his head to look at Chen Yu. He clenched his fists and waved excitedly, and Liu Yifei also had tears in her eyes.

Really, did the wish really succeed?

"I?"

"Or...Kagawa?"

Chen Yu also opened his eyes wide and pointed at himself in disbelief.

"It must be you!"

Liu Yifei shouted excitedly, and Kagawa Teruyuki on the side was actually very excited, with eyes full of desire.

Finally, Liu Ruoying read out the final name - "Chen Yu!"

"Yes!"

Chen Yu suddenly raised his arms, his whole body a little...mind blank.

Liu Ruoying smiled slightly and repeated it completely: "The winner of the Best Actor in the Countercurrent Unit of the 60th Venice Film Festival is - "Warm", Chen Yu!"

"Congratulations Chen Yu!"

Liu Ruoying clapped her hands, and Huo Jianqi had already picked up Chen Yu.

Kagawa Teruyuki also came over and said congratulations to Chen Yu.

Although he was disappointed, he also knew that Chen Yu's acting skills in "Warm" were indeed amazing.

Lin Jinghe 10 years later and 10 years ago have almost the same face, and they have performed two completely different lives.

"Brother Yu, congratulations!"

Li Jia also came over. After Chen Yu hugged everyone one by one, he rushed to the podium.

The second Best Actor trophy, get it!

(End of this chapter)