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"really!"

Diao Yinan nodded.

Everything is possible until the end. Is it advisable to open champagne at halftime?

Chen Yu had already talked about this when they were filming "Better Days".

The Venice award is not easy to win.

However, Diao Yinan was still quite excited, after all, this was a movie directed by him.

Projects he was involved in.

But at this moment, Chen Yu's eyes became a little deep, and he began to think about the details of the Venice Film Festival in his previous life.

In Chen Yu's impression, the original winner of this year's Venice Golden Lion Award was "Lust, Caution" directed by Li An.

However, due to the filming of "Bruce Lee" in this life, "Lust, Caution" was not carried out as scheduled.

and so--

A series of butterfly effects have resulted in the uncertainty of who will win the Golden Lion Award in this life.

Diao Yinan looked at Chen Yu, seemingly curious about his current thoughts.

Chen Yu did not explain. He could not tell the people present that he knew the final result.

His thoughts returned and Chen Yu fell into deep thought again.

Mainland films that were shortlisted for Venice in the past include Jiang Wen's "The Sun Also Rises", Li Kangsheng's "Help Me Eros" and Johnnie To's "The Detective".

As for American director Brian De Palma, he won the Silver Lion Award for Best Director for "Selected Works".

If he remembered correctly, the reason why Zhang Yimou in his previous life cast an important vote for Li An's "Lust, Caution" was simply because of his own child's future.

In this life, Chen Yu participated in and invested in "The Sun Also Rises", and if it weren't for "Lust, Caution", he might have been able to take a gamble on the Golden Lion Award.

If that's the case, then he will have two works shortlisted for this year's Venice Film Festival.

No matter which work wins the award, he can "reap the benefits"!
Of course, this is just Chen Yu’s own guess, and the specific situation still needs to be analyzed in detail.

As for the best male and female protagonists in the previous life——

American actor Brad Pitt won the Best Actor Award for his role in "The Gunslinger".

American actress Cate Blanchett won the Best Actress Award for "I'm Not There".

Thinking of Cate Blanchett, Chen Yu felt a bit of a headache.

This is Blanchett!

She reached the pinnacle of her career as soon as she debuted and has won countless awards. In the entire world of film and television, she is definitely a powerful and outstanding actress.

In that era when the award was very prestigious, Kate became the first actress to win the Best Newcomer Award from the Sydney Drama Critics Committee.

In the same year, she won the Best Actress Award.

After that, her star journey was smooth sailing.

Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Drama Series, Oscar for Best Supporting Actress.

She also became the 12th female jury president in the history of the Cannes Film Festival.

To be precise, wherever she appears, the final award is absolutely unquestionable.

Chen Yu really doesn’t care whether he wins the Best Actor award this time.

Liu Yifei...is really difficult.

She has a big mountain to climb against Cate Blanchett.

This is not an exaggeration. Blanchett's performance in "I'm Not There" deserves a Venice Best Actress trophy.

Liu Yifei’s acting in “Better Days” is certainly good, but——

If she wants to win the Best Actress award over Cate Blanchett, she can only rely on public relations.

There is an absolute gap in strength.

This is not Chen Yu's attempt to boost others' morale and destroy his own prestige, but a rational analysis.

Without the blessing of movie roles, Liu Yifei is indeed far inferior to Blanchett.

The role in "Better Days" was of great help to Liu Yifei.

So this is a place where public relations can be done, and Liu Yifei’s acting skills are quite impressive; so with some public relations, there might be a chance.

And if the character is completely defeated, then public relations will be useless.

Thinking of this, Chen Yu's gaze fell on Liu Yifei. He didn't want to see Liu Yifei's disappointed eyes.

Everyone was looking at Chen Yu, as if trying to guess what he was thinking at the moment.

Liu Yifei remained silent. She knew how much effort Chen Yu had put in to get this nomination.

“Keep shooting!”

After a long while, Chen Yu finally spoke.

Diao Yinan clapped his hands and signaled everyone to start working, without asking Chen Yu what he was thinking.

Everyone knows that with Chen Yu’s current influence, "Better Days" will definitely win awards.

The next scene is exclusively for Chen Yu and Liu Yifei. The appearance of real couple online has attracted some attention.

Everyone has long been impressed by Chen Yu's acting skills. His every move and every look make everyone admire him.

"Day 4, Game 5, Action."

In this scene, Zhang Zili, played by Chen Yu, is preparing to investigate the relationship between Wu Zhizhen, played by Liu Yifei, and the dismemberment case.

Liu Yifei and Chen Yu have some emotional exchanges in this movie. She has filmed countless movies, and the number of movies in which she has acted with Chen Yu is countless.

But every time she always maintains her utmost enthusiasm.

In the lens.

Liu Yifei was ironing clothes. The vicissitudes of life had already smoothed out her edges. The expression on her face was as calm as water, without any ripples at all.

The hand movements were quick and clumsy.

Like a puppet.

This is Liu Yifei's insight into filming. She explained her thoughts just now when she was acting with Chen Yu.

Diao Yinan looked at Liu Yifei on the monitor and couldn't help but applaud inwardly.

When filming "Better Days", his acting skills had already made him look at this actress, who was not even 20 years old, with a new regard, and now she has even improved.

This is of course Chen Yu's credit. The part of explaining the play that was originally the director's job was now done by Chen Yu himself.

The result is that Liu Yifei's performance was very good.

“Every part is an improvement!”

Diao Yinan praised generously, and Wang Jingchun nodded in agreement.

In the entire laundry shop, Liu Yifei was the only one who was busy like a top.

boom!
She was about to turn around, but accidentally dropped the iron bucket on the ground.

The violent movement caused a wound on his hand. The blood bag that had been prepared long ago was punctured, and bright red blood flowed down from his fingertips.

Even when facing this situation, Liu Yifei's eyes were still cold and distressing.

After noticing this situation, Chen Yu left again and returned with two bottles of medicinal wine.

"Apply some medicine and wrap it up."

Chen Yu looked at Liu Yifei, whose expression was a little gloomy.

He sat in front of him calmly, without making any move at all because of Chen Yu's words.

"Hey, wash the sweaters."

A voice came from behind, and a young man appeared in the dry cleaners.

"Why are you washing sweaters? Get out of here."

Chen Yu slapped him directly without any hesitation.

He looks completely different from the one he had when he played the Joker. This time he has a more ruffian-like vibe.

"What are you doing? Get out of here right now."

"Hit me? Try touching me again?"

The shot stopped abruptly.

As for Chen Yu, he had already left the camera at this time, and Diao Yinan made an OK gesture. This scene can be said to have been completed quite smoothly.

Liu Yifei left the camera and went to the monitor to communicate the specific details with Diao Yinan.

And asked carefully about the areas that need improvement.

After receiving the praise from Diao Yinan, she secretly breathed a sigh of relief. As if competing with herself, Liu Yifei always hoped to achieve perfection.

Chen Yu walked over calmly and watched Liu Yifei's performance in the camera.

"Wu Zhizhen is very thoughtful and has an extraordinary knack for judging people."

"?"

Liu Yifei turned around and noticed that Chen Yu was looking at the screen on the monitor seriously...

"So the look she gave Zhang Zili shouldn't have been so cold!"

Liu Yifei suddenly understood something.

"Wu Zhizhen is a person who knows how to judge the situation, so when someone approaches her, the first thing she does is to observe?"

"So as to rationally use the people around you to create the best conditions for yourself."

Children can be taught.

Chen Yu agreed with Liu Yifei's words. Compared with relying on others to act, understanding the role by oneself is the most important thing.

***
After a month of filming, the crew has become familiar with each other.

I have to say that acting with Chen Yu is simply awesome, and you can be put into the emotions in minutes, and Duan Yihong is one of them. In this scene, he plays Liang Zhijun, Wu Zhizhen's husband who pretended to be dead, and is dealing with him, taking the opportunity to find a chance to get rid of Zhang Zili.

"Comrade Liang Zhijun on the ice rink is wanted."

The moment the broadcast sounded, Duan Yihong was a little panicked, and when he reacted, he hurriedly slid onto the ice.

After locking onto the target, Chen Yu chased after him, but he couldn't catch up with someone wearing ice skates while walking on the ice.

The next second, everyone fell to the ground.

"Click——"

Duan Yihong quickly slid back and helped Chen Yu up on the ice.

"Brother Yu, are you okay?"

"This ice is very hard. If you fall, you'll probably get bruised."

Chen Yu waved his hand. This minor injury was nothing to him. Just as the two were about to go back, Diao Yinan had already walked towards this direction.

There was a hint of melancholy on his face.

Chen Yu had worked with him for so long that he naturally knew the metaphor behind his expression.

"Better Days" has been shortlisted for the Venice Film Festival, and Chen Yu and Liu Yifei will set off tomorrow.

"Brother Diao, please ask for leave!"

Chen Yu spoke first. Although he had already informed them of the situation when he received the call a month ago and asked Diao Yinan to arrange their roles, he still had to notify them again.

The stagehands and actors present all looked over sideways.

"You're leaving tomorrow."

"I'm afraid I can only wish 'Better Days' a great success in Harbin."

Chen Yu was a little amused.

Diao Yinan had to continue filming other actors' scenes, so he couldn't go with them. After all, time is money.

His scenes with Liu Yifei can be re-shot after he returns. He can't let other actors be delayed because of their trip to Venice.

"I'd like to borrow Brother Diao's good words."

"Although you can't attend, there will always be a place for you in the crew of 'Better Days'."

The rest of the actors have already come over, and the conversation between the two just now was quite loud.

As for everyone, they naturally guessed that Chen Yu was going to compete for honor. If he could stand out from the crowd and win the prize in Venice, it would definitely be a good story.

certainly--

For Chen Yu, winning awards is commonplace and does not cause any ripples in his heart at all.

In comparison, the actors in the crew were even more excited than Chen Yu.

“Congratulations to Yu Ge and Xi Xi for having their film “Better Days” shortlisted for Venice Film Festival.”

Yu Kailei spoke first, and the others followed suit.

"While everyone is here, I want to celebrate the nomination of "Better Days" and cheer for Brother Yu and Xixi. I hope they will have good news."

"It's my treat at the Banquet Hall today."

Diao Yinan has some money now, and winning over the crew is something a director needs to do.

Suddenly there were cheers around me.

Chen Yu's mood was also affected. He turned to look at Liu Yifei beside him, but noticed that the latter's face looked a little unhappy.

Her delicate brows were slightly furrowed, and it was obvious that she was in a bad mood.

Having been with Liu Yifei for so many years, he can easily capture the emotional changes of the person in front of him.

Subconsciously, she fell behind her and only then did Liu Yifei come to her senses.

"We'll talk later!"

Chen Yu told her this and Liu Yifei nodded in understanding.

……

Diao Yinan booked the entire restaurant. After all, the appearance of Chen Yu and Liu Yifei would easily attract other people's attention.

If it encounters fans, it will only cause an uproar.

"Brother Diao has spent a lot of money."

Duan Yihong followed a few people into the restaurant, which was one of the largest restaurants in Harbin.

After everyone entered the box, they noticed that the table was already filled with special delicacies.

Cherry meat, sea bass with sauce, braised shredded pork, new-style pickled fish, and flavored crispy shrimp.

Liu Yifei's previous gloom was swept away.

As a foodie, the sight of delicious food is enough to completely lighten her mood.

Everyone couldn't wait to take their seats, as they were already starving after a whole day of filming.

There is no excessive concern at the moment.

Wang Jingchun was the first one to walk towards Chen Yu, holding a glass of wine in his hand, and his eyes were full of admiration when he looked at Chen Yu.

"Brother Yu, first of all, I wish you success in getting shortlisted."

"Secondly, I have a wish."

When the people present heard Wang Jingchun's words, they all looked in this direction.

They were really curious about what Wang Jingchun's wish was. He needed to make a wish to Chen Yu.

“I hope that the next crew to go to the three major film festivals will be our Black Coal, Thin Ice.”

Wang Jingchun's words made everyone look at him with some expectation.

"I believe that Brother Diao will definitely lead us into the film festival!"

You still have to flatter the director.

Chen Yu raised his glass to toast everyone present. Diao Yinan, who was named, had a rosy complexion and looked very happy.

Chen Yu really gave him face in the crew.

With Wang Jingchun setting the first precedent, the rest of the people came over one after another.

"Brother Yu, Better Days will definitely win a big award."

With toasts and cheers, this "celebration banquet" can be said to have lasted for a long time.

Diao Yinan is usually a very silent person, but today he is the most cheerful person at the banquet.

"I tell you, learn more from Brother Yu. Don't underestimate him because he is young, but the wise are the best teachers!"

“He really has a lot to learn in terms of acting!”

"I am very fortunate to be able to work with him in this life. He gave me confidence!"

"..."

As he spoke, he seemed a little drunk.

Precisely--

Even if Chen Yu had not appeared, Diao Yinan would still be very popular in his previous life.

Gold will always shine.

He merely brought forward the established facts.

Liu Yifei also had two drinks, her face flushed red, and when Chen Yu turned his head to look at her, he was touched by her adorable state.

"Drank too much?"

Facing Chen Yu's question, Liu Yifei shook her head, with a sweet smile on her face, and nestled in Chen Yu's arms.

"Hubby, it's great to have you~"

This can be regarded as a confession of Liu Yifei to Chen Yu. She certainly knew how much effort Chen Yu had put in behind the scenes for her to win the award.

Hearing the murmurs of the person in his arms, Chen Yu couldn't help but feel moved.

"Having you is the greatest happiness in my life."

After the greetings, everyone dispersed, and Chen Yu and Liu Yifei prepared to return to the hotel.

The breeze was blowing, and Liu Yifei was almost sober.

I didn't drink too much in the first place, so I'm inexplicably sober now, but I feel a little melancholy.

Chen Yu saw all of this and naturally felt a little distressed.

"What are you thinking about?"

Chen Yu paused, then turned around to look at the person in front of him.

This is a question you ask despite knowing the answer.

"..."

When their eyes met, Liu Yifei's little face was completely wrinkled.

She didn't want Chen Yu to see her emotions, as it would only add to her troubles.

After all, this was her own sorrow.

As Venice approaches, this time is the closest to our dream.

It’s a pity that when I thought about this situation, not only did it not ease at all, but it became even more gloomy.

She recalled that she missed the chance to win the Best Actress award last time in Berlin, which made her feel anxious.

“It’s a bit stressful.”

Liu Yifei's voice was muffled. Saying such discouraging words now would probably only make morale even more depressed. (End of this chapter)