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Chapter 642 Sleepless Night

With Christine's sudden intrusion, it was difficult to continue discussing the issue of the bathroom.

Although Carey Mulligan kept smiling on the surface, she was actually very unhappy.

She had taken this opportunity to communicate her feelings with Wang Shu, but was interrupted by Christine.

Although it seems like a small thing, for Carey Mulligan, it is equivalent to hindering her career.

Wang Shu is a talented Oscar-winning director. If you can be favored by Wang Shu, you will have a great chance of getting a role in, let alone a commercial blockbuster co-produced with the Big Eight in Hollywood, or in an art film written and directed by Wang Shu that is expected to win an Oscar.

Because, for an art film project by a great director, even if it is producer-centered, it will be mainly based on the director's ideas.

Not to mention that Wang Shu is not only a big director, he also has a production company in China, which means that Wang Shu is likely to set up a production company in Los Angeles in the future.

By then, Wang Shu will have the final say on casting.

Carey Mulligan is only 24 years old, still very young, and she understands this very well.

As long as you are favored by Wang Shu, you will get the opportunity sooner or later.

The easiest way to win Wang Shu's favor is to have in-depth communication.

Carey Mulligan also learned that Wang Shu didn't have a girlfriend, and if she could become his girlfriend, it would be easier to get opportunities.

Kristen had a faint smile on her face. Just as she was about to speak, Cameron came over and said, "Shu, congratulations on winning the Best Director award again."

Cameron is a world-renowned director. Kristen and Carey Mulligan quickly greeted him politely. Cameron smiled and his eyes fell on Wang Shu.

"Thank you." Wang Shu responded politely, and then laughed and teased: "James, did Catherine come to comfort you today?"

Cameron couldn't help but smile when he heard this.

Kristen and Carey Mulligan watched the two big directors chatting eagerly, not daring to interrupt.

As the saying goes, there is no acquaintance without fighting. "Pacific Rim" and "Avatar" were released in Europe and the United States at the same time, and they also participated in the Golden Globe Awards at the same time, so the two had some exchanges.

Cameron gestured with the champagne in hand, then asked, "I heard that the science fiction film you're working on with Paramount is going to be mainly shot in real life?"

Wang Shu replied without hiding anything: "Indeed."

"To have a more realistic texture?" Cameron asked.

Wang Shu responded without comment: "James, no matter how good the current special effects technology is, it can't feel as real as real scenes."

Cameron did not deny this. He had seen "Pacific Rim" and knew very well that Wang Shu was also good at green screen shooting.

But this time, green screen was not used, and the gimmick of real scene was used instead.

He thought that might be the reason why "Pacific Rim" was inferior to "Avatar", so he took a different approach with his new film.

"Is it a combination of real shooting and green screen?" Cameron asked.

"Avatar" is a combination of real shooting and green screen, but the green screen accounts for a higher proportion and the special effects are more gimmicky.

"Of course." Wang Shu responded, "This is a science fiction film, there is no way it doesn't use green screen technology."

Cameron nodded. As a fellow great director, he already understood Wang Shu's idea.

The film is mainly based on real shooting. In simple terms, the shots that can be presented in real shooting are shot as much as possible, and the shots that are difficult to complete in real shooting are completed through green screen.

As for real shooting, if the framing is really excellent, then it will have a more realistic texture than a green screen.

He had to admit that since "Bad Pacific" lost to "Avatar", Wang Shu made the right decision by taking a different approach.

Because if Wang Shu mainly uses green screen like "Pacific Rim", it will form too sharp a contrast with "Avatar".

"Pacific Rim" had already lost, and if it lost again, it would become his foil.

But now, changing the track and focusing on real shooting is not only different, but also the gimmick is different.

Cameron had to admit that this was a smart move.

However, this is what he thinks.

Because Wang Shu was not as good as he thought. Wang Shu actually filmed "Interstellar" just because he wanted to copy Nolan's version of "Interstellar".

Nolan's version of "Interstellar" is mainly based on real shooting.

Not only are many of the scenes shot on location, but even the spacecraft is real.

Of course, only the exterior scenes of the spacecraft were shot using the built model, while the interior scenes were still shot on set.

But even if it is shot on set, it is still real shooting, not a non-property performance like a green screen.

Cameron didn't ask any more questions, but smiled and said, "I hope you can get a good result."

Wang Shu also smiled and said, "I hope you will have good luck at the Oscars next month."

Cameron shook his head when he heard this. As a veteran director, he was very clear about the judging criteria of the Academy Awards.

Although he really wanted to win the big prize, he thought that Katherine's "The Hurt Locker" and Wang Shu's "Life of Pi" had a better chance than his "Avatar".

The Golden Globe Award for Best Picture is likely to be the highest honor for this film.

Cameron was unwilling to win only one Golden Globe Award for his work that he had worked so hard on, but there was nothing he could do about it.

It is difficult for commercial films to win awards at the Oscars.

The two continued chatting for a while, and Cameron had other social interactions, so he said goodbye and left.

Kristen and Carey Mulligan stood aside and did not interrupt. After Cameron left, Kristen could not help but ask, "Shu, why is James shaking his head? Does he have no confidence?"

Wang Shu glanced at Carey Mulligan, then shook his head and said, "I don't know either."

Of course he knew it, but his explanation would probably be spread out and interpreted as him thinking Cameron wouldn't win the Oscar.

Then, it’s rhythm again.

Carey Mulligan asked out loud, "Shu, when are you coming back to Los Angeles?"

Wang Shu told the truth: "Tomorrow."

Carey Mulligan was a little disappointed when she heard this.

If Wang Shu stayed in London for a while, she could invite him to her house.

Soon, she managed her disappointment and smiled sweetly, "Shu, if I have the chance to go to Los Angeles, can I come visit you?"

"Of course." Wang Shu responded without comment.

Agreeing doesn't mean he will actually meet the other party. If Carey Mulligan really comes to Los Angeles and looks for him, he can just say he is busy with work and refuse.

It all depends on your mood.

Kristen pouted at the side. As an actress, she understood Carey Mulligan's thoughts very well, so she said, "Shu, I'm going back to Los Angeles tomorrow too. Do you want to come with me?"

Carey Mulligan heard this and had a dry smile on her face.

Wang Shu looked at Kristen and replied, "I have already booked a flight ticket, but it may not be on the same flight as you."

Christine smiled and said, "Which flight are you on? I'll see if we can change our flight to be together."

Wang Shu's flight ticket was booked by Jill Netter, and he was not very clear about it. He then said, "Jill booked the flight ticket for me. I don't know either. I'll tell you when we get back to the hotel."

Kristen smiled and nodded: "Okay."

Wang Shu saw Jill Nett waving at him not far away, so he said, "You guys chat, I have something to do."

Carey Mulligan and Kristen followed his gaze and saw Jill Nate, and responded, "Don't worry about us, just go ahead and do your work." Wang Shu nodded and walked away.

As soon as he left, Carey Mulligan and Kristen left without saying much.

When Wang Shu arrived next to Jill Nett, he realized that it was a producer who wanted to get to know him.

Wang Shu was not surprised by this.

As a director who makes profitable movies in Hollywood, there have always been producers who want to get to know him through various means.

Not only get to know each other, but also invest money.

That's how Hollywood is, as long as you can make money, a lot of people will come around.

This is true whether it is an actor or a director.

Next, Wang Shu got involved in various social interactions and got to know some producers, film producers, and actors.

From beginning to end, he never took the initiative to get to know anyone.

And others took the initiative to get to know him through various means.

And, all of them express goodwill.

It was already late at night when we returned to the hotel.

Wang Shu had just finished taking a shower when he heard a knock on the door. He opened the door and saw it was Tabu.

"Are you going back to Los Angeles tomorrow?" Tab asked casually as he walked into the room.

It was indeed just a casual question, because she already knew about this matter before, which was tantamount to asking a question even though she already knew the answer.

This kind of question, which is asked despite knowing the answer, is mainly used to start a conversation.

"Yes." Wang Shu closed the door and then hugged Tabu.

Tabu looked at her softly and took the initiative to kiss her.

Wang Shu is so strong, so strong that I couldn’t help but think about him after not seeing him for a while.

When they were talking about their ideals, Wang Shu clearly noticed that Tabu was not only proactive but also hardworking, and he had some vague guesses in his heart.

The nominations for the Academy Awards have been announced, and Tabu has not been nominated for either the Lead Actress or Supporting Actress category.

It's a pity to miss the Golden Globe Award, and the only major award left to be considered is today's Academy Award.

However, the Best Actress award was given to a local actress who had only been in the industry for a few years and acted in a few movies.

It is inevitable that Tabu will feel lost and unwilling in his heart.

More than an hour later, Tabu kissed Wang Shu on the face, stood up and said as he got dressed, "Jill has booked a flight ticket. I will go to Los Angeles on March 3."

Even though she wasn't nominated, you can't just walk on the Oscars red carpet whenever you want.

This time, Tabb will not miss the opportunity, but will walk the Oscars red carpet with the "Life of Pi" crew.

Although she was not nominated, Wang Shu was nominated for Best Director.

Not only that, it was also nominated for several smaller awards including Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Editing, etc.

At that time, both Tabu, the male lead Suraj Sharma, and other members of the crew will be there.

For many people, this may be the only opportunity in their lifetime to walk on the Oscar red carpet, and they will not miss it, whether they are nominated or not.

"Well, see you then." Wang Shu stood up and hugged Tabu, his hands starting to move in a naughty manner.

It was so forceful that Tabu fell into his arms, biting his lip.

Wang Shu looked at the charming appearance of India's national treasure actor and couldn't help but discuss international friendship with him.

Fortunately, he is very strong, otherwise he would not be able to bear it.

At this time, Wang Shu felt more and more that this was the golden finger after his rebirth.

domestic.

Sina: "British Academy Film Awards opens! Wang Shu wins Best Director Award!"

NetEase: "Cameron lost to Wang Shu, and Wang Shu won the Best Director Award!"

Tencent: "Wang Shu wins Best Director Award at British Academy Film Awards again!"

Sohu: …………

As major media reported that Wang Shu won the British Academy Film Award, there was a sudden heated discussion on the Internet.

There was even a hot post on Tianya Forum.

Title: "Wang Shu won the British Academy Film Award for Best Director. Does this mean that Wang Shu is one step closer to an Oscar?"

Content: "I think many people know that Wang Shu also won the Golden Globe Award for Best Director."

"The Golden Globe Awards is a bellwether for the Oscars, and its winners often have a high chance of winning an Oscar again."

"But this year's Ballon d'Or is different, the organizers have made changes."

"The Best Picture went to the commercial blockbuster Avatar."

"So, if the Oscars don't make changes, even though Avatar has been nominated for an Oscar, it will be hard for it to win the big prize."

"Therefore, this year's Golden Globe Awards lacks reference value."

"I think some people don't know that the BAFTAs are also a bellwether for the Oscars."

“Not only are the award judging styles similar, but the grand prizes are often the same as the Oscars.”

"For example, at this year's British Academy Film Awards, the biggest award, Best Picture, was won by The Hurt Locker."

"This shows that even though this film lost at the Golden Globe Awards, if the Oscars had not changed like the Golden Globe Awards, then this film would have likely won the Best Picture Oscar."

"And the Best Director Award went to our director Wang Shu for his high-quality film Life of Pi."

"Does this mean that Wang Shu is likely to win the Oscar for Best Director again?"

1L: "Although your analysis makes sense, it is impossible for Wang Shu to win the Oscar for Best Director again. Whether it is his age, qualifications, or other aspects, the Oscars will not give him the award."

"Let me put it this way, whether Wang Shu wins the Best Director Award or Life of Pi wins the Best Picture Award, I will eat shit in front of the big prizes."

"If you know the movie 'The Hurt Locker', then you know that this movie is likely to win the Best Picture award."

"As for the Best Director Award, it could go to Cameron, or Catherine, or anyone else, but it can't go to Wang Shu!"

“Today, I’m going to put this here.”

2L: "If what you said is true, Wang Shu is very likely to win the Oscar for Best Director."

“But the reality is that it won’t be like that.”

"Director Wang is too young, and he's not even an American director. Plus, he already has an Oscar for Best Director, so it's impossible for him to win two Oscars in a row."

“I’m not saying that Life of Pi is not good or that Director Wang is not worthy of an award.”

"It's other factors that make it impossible for him to win again!"

(End of this chapter)