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Chapter 641 I know a nice bathroom. Do you want to take a look?

In the blink of an eye, the British Academy Film Awards ceremony has come to the final stage, and it is time to present the biggest award, Best Film.

"Life of Pi", Wang Shu is not the producer, but he can still benefit from the Best Picture award.

For him, not taking it was not unacceptable.

Because he has already won the Best Director Award, which is an honor that is most relevant to him.

If he won the Best Picture but not the Best Director, he would only be nominated for the Best Director honor.

Gil Nett stared at the award presenter on the stage. He had already prepared his acceptance speech and was just waiting for the presenter to announce that "Life of Pi" won the Best Picture.

Kathryn Bigelow was also staring at the stage. She is not only the director of "The Hurt Locker", but also one of the producers of "The Hurt Locker".

Therefore, if "The Hurt Locker" can win an award, then she, as a producer, can hold the biggest award in her hands and give an acceptance speech on behalf of the entire crew.

In fact, Wang Shu can also become a producer.

For example, the movie "Interstellar" was produced by Yikeshu Company, and he was also one of the producers.

In the future, when he sets up a production company in Hollywood, he will be able to serve as a producer for a long time.

The producer's job is mainly to attract investment and coordinate the entire crew.

He can invest on his own, that's not a problem.

As for the work of coordinating the crew, it can be assigned to the team of Yikeshu Company.

Cameron also stared at the stage, waiting for the presenter to announce the winning film.

Like Kathryn Bigelow, he is not only the director of "Avatar", but also the screenwriter and producer.

Both of them have their own production companies, so they will be listed as nominal producers and also the executive producers.

For example, in Nolan's version of "Interstellar", Nolan is not only the director, but also one of the screenwriters and producers.

However, the crew coordination work was not done by him, but by another producer, Emma Thomas.

Emma Thomas is Nolan's wife.

For example, in Wang Shu’s version of "Interstellar", Wang Shu is also one of the screenwriters and producers.

The producer's job is to coordinate the crew, but in reality he only controls the general direction, while the specific details are handled by the Yikeshu company's team.

"Life of Pi" is a project between 20th Century Fox and Jill Netter. Although Wang Shu's Yikeshu Company participated in the production, its nature is not like "Interstellar", which is a co-investment and co-production with Paramount.

The producer was Jill Netter, and he was not.

In contrast, Kathryn Bigelow is not only the director of "The Hurt Locker", but also the producer.

The same is true for James Cameron.

The biggest award, the Best Picture Award, is closely related to them.

James Cameron glanced at Kathryn Bigelow, the female director who is his ex-wife. "The Hurt Locker" did not win the grand prize at the Golden Globe Awards. Cameron knew that Kathryn must be disappointed, so he went to comfort her.

Even though "The Hurt Locker" had won many awards before the Golden Globe Awards, most of them were small awards, and none of them could compare to the value of the Golden Globe Awards.

"Avatar" won the Golden Globe Award for Best Picture, and Wang Shu won the Golden Globe Award for Best Director. In comparison, as a nominated director and film with equally high popularity, Kathryn Bigelow looked a bit like a clown.

Now at the British Academy Film Awards ceremony, Wang Shu won the Best Director Award, leaving only the biggest award, Best Picture.

It would be even more humiliating if Kathryn Bigelow missed out on the big prize again.

In particular, if the grand prize is taken away by "Avatar", Cameron's ex-wife will be compared even more.

Therefore, among all the people present, Kathryn Bigelow was the most nervous.

Offstage, the presenter tore open the envelope, took a look, and said loudly: "The winner of this year's British Academy Film Awards for Best Film is... The Hurt Locker!"

When Kathryn Bigelow heard this, she stood up in surprise. Wang Shu, Cameron and the others in the audience also applauded enthusiastically.

Regarding Catherine winning the award, Wang Shu could only say that American soldiers are all killers.

In terms of its artistic quality, Wang Shu does think that "Life of Pi" is far superior to "The Hurt Locker".

However, this film is a film that praises American soldiers.

Britain, in turn, follows the lead of the United States.

At the British Academy Film Awards, "The Hurt Locker" had the right time, the right place, and the right people.

This film was registered for many film festivals, such as the 65th Venice Film Festival.

Just being shortlisted means you have no chance of winning either the Golden Lion Award, the Silver Lion Award, or any other smaller awards.

But it was this film that swept the British Academy Film Awards and the American Academy Awards in the original timeline.

Kathryn Bigelow walked onto the stage and excitedly delivered her acceptance speech.

Of course I am very happy to have won the biggest prize.

But like Wang Shu, Cameron and others, her goal is the Academy Awards in March.

Apart from the three major European awards, no matter how many other awards you win, they cannot compare to the Oscars.

Although the three major European awards are not as influential as the Oscars, they are more artistic than the Oscars, which is only an American award. Naturally, their gold content is also among the top.

"The Hurt Locker" has already been to the Venice Film Festival, but received no wins.

Now, the goal is only the Oscar.

With Kathryn Bigelow's speech finished, the British Academy Film Awards ceremony came to an end.

Next, there will be a cocktail reception and dinner.

Wang Shu patted Jill Nate on the shoulder. He could see that Jill Nate was not convinced.

"Avatar" is a commercial film. If the award is given based on artistic merit under normal circumstances, among the five nominated films, "Life of Pi" is the most likely to win the award.

Unfortunately, I came across "The Hurt Locker", a movie that praises American soldiers.

Jill Nate gave Wang Shu a bitter smile in return and sighed deeply.

He has a feeling that at the Oscars in March, "Life of Pi" may still not be able to compete with "The Hurt Locker."

Jill Nett knows the Oscar criteria too well, and she also knows the appetites of those old men at the American Film Academy too well.

Maybe next time, I will be a runner-up again.

……

Cocktail dinner.

Wang Shu, Tam, Jill Nett and other members of the "Life of Pi" crew were present, and there were a lot of people on the scene.

Some are reminiscing about the past, some are expanding their network, and some are seeking opportunities.

This is one of the reasons why some people who were not invited to the award ceremony also scrambled to get into the dinner, which brought together many prominent figures in the film industry.

A well-known producer, a well-known director, or the president of an entertainment company, etc.

For producers, it can attract investment, and for actors, it can seek opportunities.

The same is true for directors.

"Shu, congratulations on winning the Best Director award. I'm Carey Mulligan." Carey Mulligan walked over to Wang Shu with a bottle of champagne and a smile on her face.

"Congratulations on winning the Best Actress award." Wang Shu responded in a gentlemanly manner.

Carey Mulligan is only 24 years old this year. She is still very beautiful at this age. She smiled and said, "I heard that you are preparing a new film with Paramount?"

"Yes." Wang Shu said with a smile.

There is a lot of news about this matter, and everyone has known about it for a long time. Carey Mulligan obviously knows it very well, but just pretends not to know when asked about it.

Carey Mulligan's face was full of smiles. She winked at Wang Shu and said, "I heard they are still casting?"

There is nothing wrong with this.

Although the casting has been preliminarily completed, it has not been directly confirmed and is still under discussion.

As long as the discussion is still ongoing, there is a possibility of replacing the actors.

"Yes, it has not been confirmed yet." Wang Shu knew that the other party was most likely aware of this information, so he told the truth.

Carey Mulligan had a bright smile on her face. When she heard this, she suddenly leaned over to Wang Shu's ear and whispered, "I know there's a nice restroom here. Do you want to go take a look?"

This is a very common suggestion in Hollywood.

Even though this is in the UK, Wang Shu is now working in Hollywood, and British actors also go to Hollywood whenever they have the chance, so he understands.

Wang Shu did not agree directly, but smiled and said: "I only have the right to recommend actresses."

"I know." Carey Mulligan replied with a smile.

Although she didn't say it explicitly, she was telling Wang Shu that she was after this opportunity.

Again, if it were any other movie, Carey Mulligan might not have done this.

However, "Interstellar" has the gimmick of Wang Shu + Spielberg + Paramount, and as a mature science fiction director, Wang Shu wants to strive for perfection in the actual shooting this time.

These leaked information have shown from all angles that this science fiction film that Wang Shu is collaborating with Paramount will be a blockbuster with huge investment.

Carey Mulligan is a British actress. Now that she has won the British Academy Film Award for Best Actress, it is time for her to seek an opportunity to gain a foothold in Hollywood.

For her, Wang Shu is a rare opportunity.

only……

Wang Shu smiled and said, "I have recommended actors to Paramount before and I have no plans to recommend any more actors."

This time, he must reject Carey Mulligan.

Because Carey Mulligan won the Best Actress Award today, if he turns around and recommends her to Paramount, Paramount will probably think that he admires her after seeing her at the British Academy Film Awards ceremony, and will then be eager to recommend her to star in "Interstellar".

This may very likely lead Paramount to misjudge and actually invite the other party to star in "Interstellar".

Although Carey Mulligan did win the Best Actress award today, Wang Shu felt that her acting skills were average and not as good as Anne Hathaway's.

To be precise, Anne Hathaway came from Disney and is a talented actor in her own right.

When Disney selects actors, it usually chooses young people with acting potential and talent, and puts them through a rigorous training and selection process to ensure their acting ability.

Therefore, Hollywood actors who come from Disney usually have certain abilities.

For example, Ryan Gosling, the male lead of "La La Land", "Blade Runner 2049" and "Barbie", is also from Disney.

So compared to Carey Mulligan, she is not as good as Anne Hathaway.

Carey Mulligan's face stiffened when she heard Wang Shu's words. After all, she was an actress and had the ability to manage her facial expressions. She still smiled and said, "I know."

Then he smiled and asked, "The bathroom is really nice, do you want to go take a look together?"

Although there is no chance this time, Carey Mulligan does not intend to give up. Instead, she plans to get in touch with Wang Shu first to strive for future benefits.

Anyway, Wang Shu is young, handsome, and a talented director. She is interested in such a charming man.

A trip to the bathroom not only satisfies one’s inner thoughts, but also creates opportunities for the future.

Why not?
After hearing Carey Mulligan's answer, Wang Shu felt relieved. When he was about to agree, Christine in a dress came over.

"Shu, what are you talking about?" Christine asked innocently.

This little girl must not be innocent, but her expression at this moment is very innocent.

"Nothing, just chatting about some movie-related things." Wang Shu continued with a smile.

Carey Mulligan also said: "Hello Kristen, I'm Carey."

Christine responded politely, "Hello."

This was at a cocktail party, and both of them behaved very well.

After Christine finished speaking, she immediately added: "Congratulations on winning the Best Actress Award tonight."

Carey Mulligan also responded with a smile: "Congratulations on winning the Best New Star Award."

Wang Shu heard the conversation between the two and tried hard to hold back his laughter.

He knew very well that Christine was definitely unhappy.

Carey Mulligan was the Best Actress, but she won the Best New Star Award.

Although both are the best, they are far apart.

Christine turned around and said to Wang Shu with a smile: "Shu, I haven't congratulated you on winning the Best Director Award yet."

"congratulation."

Wang Shu heard this and smiled and said, "Congratulations on winning the award as well."

He didn't say Best New Star. After all, Kristen and Carey Mulligan are both actresses, one is Best Newcomer and the other is Best Actress.

Saying it to her face would undoubtedly make Christine embarrassed by the comparison.

Carey Mulligan was not aware of this and was even a little proud.

Kristen became a popular actress in Europe and the United States because of the success of "Twilight".

In comparison, Carey Mulligan is far less famous than Kristen.

Yet today, Carey Mulligan is the Best Actress at the British Academy of Film Awards, and Kristen is only the Best Newcomer.

Although she is not as famous as Kristen, she has won far more awards and honors than Kristen.

In the entertainment industry, both male and female artists have a comparative mentality.

Don't be fooled by their smiling faces, they are actually scheming against each other and each of them wants to get the upper hand over the other.

Carey Mulligan is also a young actress. As the best actress today, she is not as famous as Kristen. She must have felt strange when she saw Kristen.

(End of this chapter)