Full-time actor

January 2007, 8, 30:10 am.

The 64th Venice International Film Festival officially kicked off.

Chen Yu and Liu Yifei arrived at the film festival venue in the organizer's car.

Media and reporters from all over the world gather here. In order to get first-hand information, the entire process will be broadcast live.

Besides this, numerous tourists have completely gathered here.

The attendance at this year's Venice Film Festival was much higher than in previous years, and it can be said to be the most popular one in recent years.

As for domestic.

Sina, CCTV, and Fanqie.com all broadcast the event live. If last year's Venice was called the Chinese Year, then this year's event is even more brilliant.

Because of Chen Yu, his international influence has grown, which has also led to more and more viewers paying attention to this year's Venice Art Fair.

There are a total of 22 films shortlisted for the main competition, including four Chinese-language films.

"The Detective" by Johnnie To from Hong Kong and "Help Me, Eros" by Lee Kang-sheng from Taiwan.

As well as mainland China's Jiang Wen's "The Sun Also Rises" and Chen Yu's "Better Days", all were nominated for the final Golden Lion and Silver Lion awards.

Not only that, Chen Yu's directorial debut "Better Days" has been included in the opening film and will have its world premiere after walking the red carpet.

Chen Yu pulled his thoughts back.

Thinking back to that day's meeting, it was entirely MK2 and Lao Ma's idea to have "Better Days" as the opening film.

Chen Yu actually didn’t think that much.

But the opening film is indeed the best form of publicity for the exhibition, and as a film shortlisted for the main competition, if the quality of the film is really excellent, then the public opinion of the entire film festival will be the one that gains the most.

This is a double-edged sword, and Chen Yu took the gamble.

After walking the red carpet, the media, audiences and the movie stars participating in the red carpet will watch together, and the audience group is also the largest.

To be precise, it means choosing one movie among all the movies that can hold up the scene.

It allows the audience to feel the atmosphere of the film festival and inspires their enthusiasm, making them look forward to the next prologue.

In addition to this reason, there is a deeper meaning behind this.

It was not only MK2's decision, but also Lao Ma's recommendation.

He hopes that in this way, Venice can once again stand in the global vision.

When he attended the screening of "Better Days", he was already able to confirm that the film would be a hit.

It's not just because of Chen Yu's own influence.

An excellent script, actors with excellent acting skills, and gimmicks that have never been seen in movies of this type before.

This will undoubtedly make "Better Days" a focus of everyone's attention.

Chen Yu naturally knew what Lao Ma was thinking, but he was also taking advantage of his current popularity.

If nothing unexpected happens, this year's Venice International Olympic Committee should be the last time that Ma will serve as chairman.

In recent years, the Venice Film Festival has shown signs of a downturn.

Among the three major film festivals, its popularity has long been inferior to Cannes and Berlin.

As for Cannes, it is rising strongly and is showing signs of becoming the world's number one film festival.

By combining business and art, it has become the world's most commercialized film festival with the highest award value.

past life.

During the last two days of the Venice International Film Festival, the entire area around the Palace of Cinema was deserted.

Several superstars that Lao Ma brought with him, including Johnny Depp and George Clooney, had already left early.

If Chen Yu remembered correctly, during the final award ceremony, Li An was the only person who was quite popular on the scene.

That scene back then could be described as an awkward one of toes grabbing the ground. All the directors who could be ranked were included in the jury, and there were almost no big-name stars and directors.

As a premier film festival, there would be no popularity without stars.

As for the reasons why the Venice Film Festival failed -

It's because it's too artistic.

As the first film festival, Venice was once endowed with the title of artistic pioneer.

But in the later period, it lost its commercial value and became worse every year.

The reason is that there is no good mechanism for art films and commercial films to complement each other.

Without a good film sales market, it is naturally impossible to attract Hollywood blockbusters for international premieres.

This is why Venice, which was the world's earliest international film festival in the past, eventually fell behind Cannes and Berlin.

There are only two options for the Venice Film Festival right now.

More artistic or more commercial.

It’s a pity that the choice between the two can’t help it get out of its predicament at all.

While Cannes attracts art films, it also attracts commercial films through the operation of a good film sales market.

This further laid the foundation for the embarrassing situation of the Venice Film Festival.

but--

It is obvious that in this life, the Venice Film Festival has taken a different path from its previous life.

Lao Ma chose Chen Yu.

It has attracted the attention of the whole world here.

To be precise, this move can be considered a win-win situation.

By winning over China and embracing Asia, Chen Yu has brought heat to the Venice Film Festival, and the premiere of "Better Days" will be sought after all over the world.

It will also lay the foundation for winning the award.

Chen Yu secretly let out a breath. The purpose of coming to "Better Days" this time was only one, and that was to help Liu Yifei realize her dream.

"What are you thinking about?"

Liu Yifei tilted her head and looked at Chen Yu in front of her. Her playful look made Chen Yu couldn't help laughing.

When he looked over, he was also amazed by Liu Yifei in front of him.

As the "Fairy Sister" in the previous life, Liu Yifei's beauty has long been known to everyone. However, even though the two of them stick together every day and have long been accustomed to it, they are still shocked by her beauty.

A lake green floral long skirt perfectly shows off her curvy figure.

Skin is whiter than snow.

The whole person is like a flower fairy who has fallen to earth, elegant, generous and full of femininity.

Perhaps noticing Chen Yu's gaze, Liu Yifei raised the corner of her mouth and leaned on Chen Yu's shoulder.

"What do you think of me in this dress?"

Hearing a voice behind them, Chen Yu and Liu Yifei turned around and noticed that Tang Yan was nervously trying to pull off her dress.

His fingers kept stirring, and it was obvious that he was a little nervous about the grand occasion of today.

Luo Jin nodded subconsciously, and responded after looking at Tang Yan seriously.

"very beautiful."

These three short words did not calm Tang Yan's anxiety at all, but instead made her even less confident.

"Perfunctory."

"Would it be too awkward for me to wear this dress? I always feel like something is not right."

Luo Jin scratched his head. What he said was true.

Tang Yan looks really beautiful in this dress, especially since she has fair skin. The bright red color makes her look like an elf in the dark night.

Seeing Luo Jin's embarrassed expression at this moment, Tang Yan couldn't help but sigh.

I always feel a little bit hit.

She adjusted the position of her skirt and then slowly walked towards where Liu Yifei was.

The fact that I can wear such a beautiful dress is thanks to Liu Yifei.

Tang Yan was thinking this as he approached Liu Yifei with a look of grievance on his face.

"Xixi, thank you for helping me get a dress from the brand."

PRADA.

This is a luxury brand that she would never have the chance to touch on a normal day. If it weren't for Liu Yifei, she would probably have to work hard for many years to be able to wear it.

As a rising star who has just made her mark in the entertainment industry, she would not have any brand sponsorship for such an important occasion.

When I was notified to attend the Venice Film Festival, I was anxious about the red carpet dress.

After all, this time it is an international appearance.

People rely on clothes, horses rely on saddles.

Especially since this time she was bringing glory to China, she had already made up her mind before coming and planned to rent a dress on Lido Island.

However, this problem was solved, so Tang Yan was very grateful to her best friend.

"Thank me for what?"

"PRADA should be thanking you. You wear this dress in a completely different way. It's really beautiful." "You are simply a playful little princess. You will definitely shine on the red carpet."

With Liu Yifei's words, Tang Yan's mood seemed to ease, and he returned to his previous cheerful mood.

Seeing the two little girls gathered together and chattering again, Chen Yu could only wisely step aside and act as a flower protector.

"..."

Luo Jin looked at Chen Yu.

He shrugged helplessly and curled his lips.

What he just said was indeed the truth. Tang Yan looked incredibly beautiful in this dress.

I was clearly telling the truth, but she actually thought I was just being perfunctory.

"It's hard to be a human being, and it's even harder to be a man."

Luo Jin couldn't help but express his gratitude and had already walked to Chen Yu's side.

The latter couldn't help but feel a little amused and helpless, as he saw clearly what had just happened between the two of them.

All I can say is that one was too nervous and the other was a little unromantic.

Chen Yu knew that Tang Yan just cared too much. In fact, there was nothing wrong with Luo Jin's answer. It was a very normal response.

It’s a pity that the speaker did not mean it, but the listener took it seriously.

"Hasn't Yifei ever done this before?"

Luo Jin naturally knew that his girlfriend took the red carpet too seriously, or in other words, no actress would not care about the upcoming fashion show. He also knew that he should comfort and enlighten her in this situation.

After all, it is normal to be nervous about such a large event.

Not to mention Tang Yan, even he was a little at a loss, after all, he would be facing media reporters from all over the world.

The image they represent is the image of China. If there are any omissions or mistakes in the process, it will indirectly affect China.

They have finally got the opportunity to attend this international film festival, so naturally they have to be careful with their words and actions.

"No."

"When Yifei and I walked the red carpet for the first time, she was very confident."

“There was no nervousness at all.”

Chen Yu recalled the first time Liu Yifei walked on the red carpet, and it can be said that she was a born superstar.

Take it easy.

Even when facing questions from the media and the flash cameras, she did not show any embarrassment at all.

This is the top vision possessed by an international actress.

That kind of confident and generous look was deeply engraved in Chen Yu's heart.

Even when he thinks about it now, he can't help but sigh.

"That's great. It turns out that women are not all the same."

"It would be nice if Tangtang could be more confident."

Luo Jin's voice brought Chen Yu back to his senses.

"A dragon gives birth to nine sons, each one is different."

"Everyone is unique, and Tangtang certainly has her strengths."

the other side.

Tang Yan felt like his heart was about to jump out of his throat and he was extremely panicked, especially when he saw the reporters and media on both sides of the red carpet.

The flash came from time to time.

"Xixi, we'll be walking on the red carpet soon."

"How am I doing now? Will any media reporters ask to stop and ask questions?"

"I'm so nervous, but I'm such a small-time celebrity that the media reporters probably won't pay much attention to me."

Tang Yan almost bit his nails subconsciously, and he looked a little anxious.

"Well, just treat them as radishes and cabbages."

"During the red carpet they might ask to stop and take pictures, but they won't ask questions."

"You don't have to worry too much. We will go up together when the time comes."

Liu Yifei comforted Tang Yan, but was also a little amused by her current state.

"I'm so scared of making a fool of myself on the red carpet. I'll just follow you then."

After hearing the words of the person in front of him, Liu Yifei nodded heavily.

"coming."

A voice came from behind him. Chen Yu turned around and saw Zhang Yimou had already appeared beside him.

They are now in the waiting stage, and the first to come on stage will definitely be the chairman and the jury.

So it is expected that Zhang Yimou appears here now.

"Director Zhang is in high spirits today. It looks like the Olympic Committee is handling things quite smoothly."

After hearing Chen Yu's words, Zhang Yimou smiled.

He subconsciously searched his pockets, but after a moment he seemed to react.

As a veteran smoker, smoking has long become an indispensable part of his life.

Even though I have quit smoking now, I still do this habitually.

However, Chen Yu had to admire Zhang Yimou. With such perseverance, he would succeed in everything he did.

"You can be said to have made a big splash today."

"The opening film is 'Better Days', and this position is not something that ordinary people can get."

Chen Yu did not get carried away when he heard the praise from the person in front of him.

"I would also like to thank Director Zhang for his advice."

Zhang Yimou nodded at this time, then reached out and patted Chen Yu on the shoulder.

"See you at the premiere."

As he spoke, he walked to the front. Zhang Yimou was going to lead the jury to walk the red carpet first, so now was the time to prepare for the process.

Luo Jin and Tang Yan couldn't help but sigh. Not to mention Zhang Yimou's international status, he was also someone they couldn't reach in China.

Especially as a student who has just graduated, the chance of meeting such a great director is very rare.

But this time, thanks to Chen Yu, not only Zhang Yimou, but also all the world-class directors have watched it.

Of course, Tang Yan had seen it in the eight minutes of the Olympics.

But this time, she clearly felt like a stranger to Zhang Yimou again. She actually wanted to go up and say hello, but when she saw Zhang Yimou being surrounded by so many people, the little courage she had immediately disappeared.

In the current situation, Zhang Yimou is probably the highest "boss" here, and he will soon become the focus of global media attention.

"We should also prepare!"

Chen Yu reminded him, “Better Days is the premiere film, so we are scheduled to be the first to walk the red carpet besides the jury!”

This is also Chen Yu’s first time.

In previous years, he was always the last one to arrive, and sometimes even the last one to appear.

But the red carpet after the jury was actually more grand than the finale. It was a kind of treatment, symbolizing Chen Yu’s status in this Venice Expo.

Before he knew it, he had become world famous.

Even many Hollywood stars are outshined by him.

"After Director Zhang and the others are done, we will go up together."

After hearing Chen Yu's words, Tang Yan and the others became even more excited.

In fact, whether it is the opening and closing films or the order of the red carpet, the ones chosen are all able to hold up the scene.

The reason why Chen Yu was chosen to be the first is naturally because of the popularity he brings. You know, now there are probably few people in the world who can match his box office appeal.

Liu Yifei was holding Chen Yu's hand at this time, with a hint of arrogance in her eyes, and it was obvious that she was proud of others praising Chen Yu.

"Just a little one."

Chen Yu stretched out his hand and scratched Liu Yifei's nose. The entire venue was already packed with people.

The Venice Film Festival has arranged countless Hollywood superstars this time, as well as many famous directors, which is the real reason why it is so popular today.

"From now on, the two of us will hold onto your thighs."

"Take us straight to take off."

Tang Yan finally regained his energetic state and talked excitedly while pulling Liu Yifei.

The latter was also in a cheerful state, and neither of them showed any signs of panic at all.

As for the present—

The red carpet in Venice has officially begun! (End of this chapter)