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Chapter 896 Strong alliance!

"A rare and stunning display of color aesthetics—"

Johnnie To was lavish in his praise.

In fact, it's not just him.

All the filmmakers who participated in the China Film Night gave "The Grand Budapest Hotel" extremely high praise.

Chen Yu responded with a smile, but his thoughts gradually drifted away.

The 57th Cannes Film Festival was five years ago.

Back then, he also sincerely praised Wong Kar-wai's "2046" in the same way.

Even if you think the movie is really boring, you still have to pretend to be interested.

That's right.

Everyone likes to hear others praise them.

As for Chen Yu...

Although it wasn't outwardly apparent, the audience felt an unprecedented sense of satisfaction when everyone was praising "The Grand Budapest Hotel".

Zhang Ziyi arrived late, near the middle of the banquet.

She did not have any films competing at this year's Cannes Film Festival, but she was invited by brands to make a glamorous appearance at several events.

"Brother Yu."

Upon hearing Zhang Ziyi's voice, everyone turned their attention to her.

They were already used to this.

Chen Yu was undoubtedly the most important guest at the China Film Night, and also a highly sought-after figure in the film industry.

Even someone of Zhang Ziyi's stature would have to take the initiative to come over and say hello.

"So? Are you confident you'll win the award?"

Upon hearing Zhang Ziyi's question, everyone present perked up their ears.

To know.

Chen Yu's "The Grand Budapest Hotel" is definitely a hot film at this film festival.

In the past few days, the news has been circulating widely both at home and abroad, with everyone keen to discuss the final outcome of this film.

Let's set aside the Best Actor award for now.

After all, Chen Yu played the supporting role of Zero in this movie.

Many believe that Best Director, Best Picture, and the Jury Prize are all possibilities.

Putting aside other things...

Chen Yu's abilities are beyond doubt.

In addition, the popularity of "The Grand Budapest Hotel" and its star-studded cast further amplified the impact.

It's hard not to win an award.

……

I saw Steve Girulla again a day later.

After careful consideration, Chen Yu finally decided to follow the course of his previous life and sell the distribution rights of "The Grand Budapest Hotel" to Fox Searchlight for $2500 million.

Putting aside other aspects, the Volkswagen Searchlight is more sophisticated than the MK 2 and Europa in terms of marketing and promotion.

As part of the Hollywood studio system, its investment, production, and distribution are all of a high artistic standard.

Its existence is what truly makes it both critically acclaimed and commercially successful.

It won an Oscar and also made a fortune at the box office.

Precisely.

The existence of Volks searchlights is a guarantee of quality.

"Then I wish us a happy cooperation!"

Steve Giroux smiled with satisfaction, as did Chen Yu.

Cooperation between the two parties can bring the greatest benefits.

Liu Yifei sat beside him, clearly sensing Chen Yu's excellent mood.

Compared to his previous film, "Better Days," Chen Yu's compromise was entirely for the sake of winning an award.

As for this time...

It is clearly a win-win situation.

Thinking this way, Liu Yifei's mood brightened as well.

It's approaching evening.

The news that Fox Searchlight had acquired the distribution rights to "The Grand Budapest Hotel" spread like wildfire.

For a moment, everyone was speechless with astonishment.

Everyone knows the status of VOSC searchlights in the industry; they are absolutely unique and highly respected.

That's right.

It is widely regarded as the most successful high-end film brand in Hollywood and even globally.

A veritable Oscar-making machine.

This time, the collaboration with Chen Yu is definitely a powerful alliance.

The combination of these two elements is enough to demonstrate the terrifying nature of the situation, and its impact is multi-layered and far-reaching.

All of a sudden.

This is already the most significant news at the moment.

The fact that this information was released before the Cannes Film Festival awards ceremony clearly indicates what is going to happen next.

Fox Searchlight Pictures acquires distribution rights to Chen Yu's "The Grand Budapest Hotel"!

[A Powerful Collaboration: Chen Yu's New Work Wins Award at Forst Lamps]

[Breaking Deal of the Year: Fox Searchlight Snatches a Hot Chinese Actor for the Grand Slam at Cannes!]

Fox Searchlight, in collaboration with Chinese forces, and Chen Yu, is poised to dominate the art film market!

Luc Besson could hardly believe his eyes.

I was quite depressed.

Did he offend Chen Yu?
From "Better Days" to the current "The Grand Budapest Hotel," he has had no chance of winning the election in either of his two campaigns.

This is practically the biggest provocation against him.

Chen Yu and Liu Yifei had just returned to their hotel after the premiere when the phone rang at just the right moment.

He casually pressed the answer button.

Luc Besson's voice came through the phone.

"OH! Chan."

I don't know how to describe my current feeling of frustration.

Chen Yu was somewhat amused and exasperated, as he was well aware of Luc Besson's anger.

"Don't be impatient."

"What do you mean by 'calm' and 'anxious'? Do you mean I shouldn't get angry?"

"This is the second time."

"You know, I really hope to work with you."

Chen Yu naturally believed it, but EuropaCorp's core brand philosophy has always been commercialization, high-concept, and entertainment first.

This is completely inconsistent with "The Grand Budapest Hotel".

Luc Besson's relentless pursuit of this project is invariably due to the star-studded cast of "The Grand Budapest Hotel".

He sensed commercial value here.

An all-star lineup is enough to make people want to buy tickets.

but.

The more this happens, the more likely it is to lead to polarization in public opinion.

Ultimately, it had the opposite effect.

"Trust me, Besson."

“We will definitely have opportunities to work together, and I have high hopes for your work ability.”

"But this time, I hope you can understand my choice."

Seeing Chen Yu say this, Luc Besson naturally had no way to continue talking about anything else.

In fact, he naturally understood the reasoning behind it.

He also had his own reasons for relentlessly pursuing Chen Yu.

nowadays.

Who wouldn't want to work with Chen Yu?

An absolute box office powerhouse.

Almost every one of their works makes it to the top of the trending searches on major portal websites.

Chen Yu is now a trendsetter in the entire entertainment industry.

Especially recently, news of their collaboration with Warner has been circulating widely around the world.

Normally speaking, what Chinese filmmaker could have his level of skill and ability?

"OK."

"In any case, I really look forward to working with you."

"If you have any more works to create next time, please give me priority consideration. The price is definitely non-negotiable."

Accept it all.

This was the privilege that Europa granted to Chen Yu.

"Of course, thank you for your appreciation."

"Then we look forward to our next collaboration."

The two hung up the phone, and Liu Yifei had already come over.

Poor Besson.

"You have hurt me time and time again."

Chen Yu smiled faintly and remained silent, as he was already used to this kind of situation.

In such a world of fame and fortune, there can never be too much pity.

Luc Besson's eagerness to collaborate with him is simply driven by his popularity. It's a mutually beneficial arrangement.

With the news of "The Grand Budapest Hotel" collaborating with Fox Searchlight spreading.

More and more people are starting to pay attention to this awards ceremony.

At this time of great talent, "The Grand Budapest Hotel" has clearly obtained the necessary approvals.

"That was absolutely the smartest deal ever at Cannes!"

"A true powerhouse collaboration, The Grand Budapest Hotel takes the scale to the next level."

"The question now is not whether we can win an award, but how many awards we can win."

"Don't overestimate your abilities now, or it'll be embarrassing if you don't win the award later."

The issue has sparked discussion both domestically and internationally.

Everyone is already aware of this.

The combination of Fox Searchlight's marketing tactics, Chen Yu's immense appeal, and an all-star lineup.

This is sufficient proof.

The success of the film "The Grand Budapest Hotel".

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The moment the phone rang, everyone's eyes were immediately fixed on Chen Yu's location.

The awards ceremony is approaching.

There's only one day left.

Now, it's time to reveal the answer.

Whether you win an award depends on whether you receive a call from the organizer.

Everyone present remained silent, all staring at where Chen Yu was.

Chinese filmmakers band together for mutual support.

It's also for the purpose of exchanging information.

After all, everyone is gathered together, so they can get the latest news about the film festival as soon as possible.

“Hello, dear, I am Jill Jacob.”

The voice coming from the other end of the phone made everyone prick up their ears.

as predicted.

Having status and position makes all the difference.

The fact that the chairman of the organizing committee called personally is enough to demonstrate Chen Yu's status.

"Perhaps we can guess some of it."

As Chen Yu finished speaking, Gil Jacob's hearty laughter came from the other end.

"Chan".

"On behalf of the organizers of the Cannes Film Festival, I am now inviting you to the awards ceremony tomorrow night."

"We hope that you and all the key members of the 'Grand Budapest Hotel' team will be at the Lumière Hall on time."

"I look forward to celebrating with you."

"Of course!"

Everyone now understood the significance of this phone call.

As soon as the two hung up the phone, everyone present erupted in screams.

"Brother Yu, The Grand Budapest Hotel won an award, right?"

Chen Sicheng asked subconsciously.

Seeing Chen Yu nod, everyone present cheered instantly.

No matter what, this is a glory belonging to their Chinese nation.

Not only that.

"The Grand Budapest Hotel" is highly anticipated and may very well win the top award.

"Ahhh-"

"I knew Brother Yu would do it."

Cheers erupted one after another, while Liu Yifei looked at Chen Yu.

His eyes were full of longing.

At this moment, the gaze of one's beloved is the highest crowning of glory.

……

May 24, 2009, 5 p.m. Cannes time.

The cast and crew of "The Grand Budapest Hotel" appeared on the red carpet at the closing ceremony of the Cannes Film Festival as scheduled.

The three major film festivals have one thing in common.

They will usually inform you of the chance to win a prize the day before.

such.

It gives you the opportunity to choose whether to stay or leave.

This situation results in the red carpet ceremony being much less impressive than the opening ceremony's red carpet on the day of the awards ceremony.

only.

Aside from the fact that the number of participants might be a bit small, their popularity and influence are skyrocketing.

After all, those who manage to stay are all capable individuals.

As for this session...

Chinese-language films can be said to have achieved their final rise.

Both "Spring Fever" and "The Grand Budapest Hotel" were given the opportunity to attend the closing ceremony of the Cannes Film Festival.

Media reporters were already waiting at the entrance of the cinema early in the morning.

Having been in the entertainment industry for many years.

They naturally understand what these film crews representing.

That's right.

This is undoubtedly a passport to winning awards.

When Chen Yu appeared on the red carpet with the cast and crew of "The Grand Budapest Hotel," she instantly attracted everyone's attention.

Deafening screams echoed throughout the entire movie palace.

As one of the most popular films at the Cannes Film Festival, the combination of "The Grand Budapest Hotel" and Fox Searchlight is enough to ignite a frenzy of online discussion.

“Heal chan”.

"Did 'The Grand Budapest Hotel' win an award? Could you tell us about the award?"

The media reporters at the entrance had already swarmed in.

This was their only source of information, so naturally they were unwilling to let it go easily.

Chen Yu saw the question from the person in front of him.

He simply nodded and smiled.

"The answer will be revealed soon, so just wait and see."

Chen Yu's greatest skill was playing riddles.

Whether it's his wedding date with Liu Yifei, every film festival he's attended, or the release of his latest work.

We always got the definite news from him last.

The media reporters were truly at a loss and instinctively turned to Liu Yifei, who was standing to the side.

The latter waved to everyone.

After saying hello, he quickly followed Chen Yu away.

Everyone present was left completely bewildered.

This is the end.

All the main creators of "The Grand Budapest Hotel" have entered the venue.

Good evening, ladies and gentlemen.

"Welcome to the closing ceremony of the 62nd Cannes Film Festival. I am Edward Barr, the host of this year's closing ceremony."

A fluent French voice came from the stage.

Everyone looked up and noticed the person on the stage.

As for Chen Yu...

Their gaze fell on Edward Barr.

The person in front of me is someone I know very well.

Whether in his previous life or this one, Édouard Barr is a relatively well-known figure in France, although his international fame may be somewhat lower.

However, this still cannot deny his excellence.

In comparison.

He excels in every field he enters.

For example, the narration in "Amélie" is mysterious and humorous.

It undoubtedly became an indispensable part of the soul of that time.

Then came "The King and the Queen".

His collaboration with Arnaud Desplechin on the film became a significant step in increasing his fame.

This French actor.

Putting aside his current fame, he absolutely possesses immense charm.

At that moment, applause erupted from the audience.

"Tonight——"

"We will successfully take home the grand prize under the leadership of Ms. Isabelle Huppert, the chair of the jury."