Entering the Chinese entertainment industry is like entering a deep sea

Chapter 605 Highland Queen
Starting at 2:26 p.m. on February th, local time in Los Angeles, the Oscars, an annual event for global filmmakers, kicked off at the Hollywood and Highland Center.

Many stars walked on the red carpet.

Both sides of the red carpet were surrounded by Chinese and foreign reporters and photographers, as well as many fans who came from all over the United States and even the world.

Hundreds of millions of viewers around the world are also watching this grand ceremony through live TV or online broadcasts.

The live broadcast of the six princesses in China and the live broadcast of pictures and texts by Sina are all thanks to the nomination of "The Flowers of War" for an Oscar.

Otherwise, the Sixth Princess would be nothing more than a broadcast.

The order of the red carpet follows a rule everywhere.

The finale must be a big name or a heavyweight, and the first to appear are mostly rising stars who have not yet become famous in Hollywood.

Perhaps it was because of the order that Zhang Ziyi did not appear on the red carpet.

It is also possible that Wendi Deng and Li Qiaoqiao appeared together, and Zhang Ziyi did not show up to avoid embarrassment.

However, even with the presence of Deng Wendi, Li Qiaoqiao still appears at the front in the order of appearance.

"That's not necessarily true. I saw people online saying that she never walks the red carpet without a work."

An extended black Cadillac slowly stopped at the designated parking space at the Highland Center, surrounded by luxury cars.

Liu Yifei in the car firmly believed that actors would not walk the red carpet if they did not have any works.

If it weren't for the fact that "The Hunger Games" was about to be released worldwide and Li Chen was the award presenter, she would not have been willing to join in the red carpet fun.

"Yifei, it's obvious that that was a draft purchased by Zhang Ziyi's studio."

"You're the only one who believes this. If she was truly aloof and noble, she wouldn't have tried so hard to marry into a wealthy family, and she wouldn't have had the 'grape scandal' that made those people in the Hong Kong circle look down on her."

Yang Siwei exposed Zhang Ziyi's disguise in one sentence, and then glanced at Li Chen who remained expressionless.

He thought to himself, "If it weren't for Yifei's proximity to the boss, she would have known him first and established a relationship with him."

"Ambitious, courageous and dedicated frontline stars like Zhang Ziyi and Xiao Fan would probably fight for their boss. Even Mimi would not remain indifferent."

"Even if I have to use all my skills and show off all my martial arts, I must capture the boss!"

"I don't know if Yifei is just being careless or just being foolish. She seems to be completely unaware of the dangers and thorns surrounding her."

Liu Yifei nodded and did not argue with Yang Siwei.

Tim arrived at the Highland Center early. When he saw the familiar license plate number, he breathed a sigh of relief: "Finally here."

Each star will arrive at the red carpet entrance in a special car, and the order will basically not change.

Brad Pitt and Jolie were also quite curious about who was sitting in the Cadillac that arrived late behind their own car.

It wasn't until they saw Tim Smith of Chiyou Pictures walking up quickly that Jolie and Pitt realized what was going on.

Tim didn't care about people's eyes and opened the car door like a doorman.

Li Chen got out of the car and just happened to see Angelina Jolie looking back and smiling.

"Boss, you look even more handsome than that kid Pete today!"

Tim's flattery hit the horse's leg. Before he could finish his words, he saw that the boss ignored him. Instead, he turned around, stretched out a hand, and led the boss's wife, who was stunningly beautiful at first glance, out of the car.

Tim only took one look and felt his heart beating faster, his brain buzzing, and he was stunned.

These are not the two sets of haute couture sent by LV.
But Tim soon realized: "Oh my God, boss lady, you are so beautiful that the Highland Center is overshadowed today."

"You are the Queen of the Highlands today!"

Liu Yifei held Li Chen's hand, her heartbeat quickened and beads of sweat appeared on her palms.

It was her first time appearing at the Oscars, and she was wearing this retro queen look that was priced at a sky-high price. If Li Chen hadn't been standing next to her, she would have really been unsure.

Yang Siwei got out of the car by himself, feeling that Tim, a white man, was simply annoying at his ability to flatter people.

But today's Yifei is indeed extremely beautiful and domineering.

Of course, the boss's vision is unique.

The red carpet was bustling with people.

Li Qiaoqiao wore a white tube-top fishtail dress with three-dimensional floral patterns, and Tingting Niaoniao and Deng Wendi walked hand in hand on the red carpet.

The hollow lines from the thighs to the waist outline the figure to make it look slim and graceful.

However, apart from the domestic media who were extremely excited, foreign media people and photographers only took a brief look at Li Qiaoqiao.

"I don't know when Director Zhang and Director Li will arrive. I am still alone and helpless. Look at the eyes and cameras of those foreigners. It's as if they didn't see anything at all."

"That's right. In fact, Qiao Qiao's outfit today is quite stunning. It is said that the whole dress weighs less than one or two ounces, and the jewelry is even more carefully prepared."

"There's nothing I can do. This is Hollywood, a place where celebrities are everywhere and big names are everywhere!"

The reporter of the Sixth Princess could do nothing as he listened to the discussions of his colleagues from domestic media outlets such as Sina and Phoenix.

this is the truth.

The crew of Zhang Yimou's "The Flowers of War" walked the red carpet together, with the men wearing standard black suits, white shirts and black bow ties.

Ms. Nini, Zhang Xinyi and Han Xiting appeared in cheongsams of different colors.

This finally saved the day for Chinese movie stars.

The flash lights and the cheers of Bale and Zhang Yimou were heard one after another.

"Director Zhang, look over here, Nini, Dawei. Here, here!"

"Nini, move to the right, give me a close-up!"

Lao Mouzi smiled and stepped back a few steps with Tong Dawei and Bell to give Sanchai space for a close-up.

The Sina reporter took advantage of the opportunity and extended the microphone to Zhang Yimou through the fence.

"Director Zhang, I wish "The Flowers of War" a great success and an Oscar nomination!"

"Thank you, thank you." Lao Mouzi smiled happily. He usually dressed casually, either in a Zhongshan suit or a black jacket.

Today, Zhang Yimou also follows the local customs and gives the Oscars the respect it deserves.

Jolie and Pitt's joint appearance completely ignited the enthusiasm of the Highland Center.

"The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is here!" The Sina reporter felt like he was electrocuted.

"I saw Director Li and the others!" The Sixth Princess shouted, pointing at two familiar figures in the waiting area.

"So is that Yifei?"

"Who else could it be if not Yifei!"

The Chinese fans, audiences and media at the scene were completely excited, especially Jolie and Pitt.

Li Chen and Liu Yifei are simply the pride of the Chinese in Highland Center today.

In the waiting area, Li Chen was also wearing a standard black suit, black bow tie and white shirt.

But Liu Yifei's look is so stunning.

Her shoulder-length hair was combed back in a style never seen before. She wore a black cloak that looked mysterious and noble, but underneath the cloak was a gold and black dress.

Jolie and Pitt were also attracted by the sudden burst of exclamations and enthusiasm at the scene and looked back frequently.

“Crystal’s look is indeed stunning!”

"Yeah, I heard from Crystal that Li chose it for her!"

Jolie and Pitt walked towards the interview area with smiles on their faces.

Li Chen also felt something strange in Miss Liu's palm.

"Ms. Liu, I didn't realize you were so strong, you hurt me."

Li Chen's teasing immediately made the extremely nervous Miss Liu burst out laughing: "Hate it, it's already this time, and you're still joking."

"Hold me tightly and don't let go. You said that husband and wife should leave together. If you dare to leave me and run away, I will give your son the surname Liu!"

Li Chen laughed heartily, and Liu Yifei was also infected by Li Chen's laughter, and the tension disappeared instantly.

The two of them walked slowly onto the red carpet, and the voice of the host introducing them came from the live speakers, lighting up the scene.

"(English) Ladies and gentlemen, coming towards us now is the screenwriter of your favorite "Ripoff" and "Inception", the most talented Chinese director in the world, and the founder of Chiyou Pictures, the producer of the "Twilight" series: Li Chen and his wife Miss Crystal." The enthusiasm at the scene was completely ignited, and Chinese movie fans and media finally felt proud.

If the Oscars are the American film festival, then Li Chen and Liu Yifei are the Chinese superheroes.

Li Qiaoqiao inside the Highland Theater also heard the host's introduction.

"Only Director Li has such a long prefix. Director Zhang and the others are coming in. I'll go say hello, sister." Li Qiaoqiao shook her head and said to Deng Wendi with a smile.

"Go."

The seats in the theater were clearly divided. Li Qiaoqiao glanced at the seats in the first row unconsciously. He had already made up his mind: "It will be difficult to sit in the first row with my acting skills in this lifetime."

At the red carpet, domestic and foreign media and cameramen were completely stunned by Liu Yifei's look today.

"Yifei, you are so beautiful today, so domineering and beautiful, please give us some materials!"

"Let Director Li choose your look from now on!"

"This can be considered." Liu Yifei replied to the reporter from the Sixth Princess with a smile.

This caused many domestic media people to burst into laughter.

The entire red carpet area seemed to be frozen. Liu Yifei slowly turned 360 degrees like a rotating clock, cooperating with various media to collect footage.

A gentle hand held Li Chen tightly all the time, with a confident and proud smile on her face.

"Hold on to me tight, don't let go." Liu Yifei said while smiling and posing without even looking at Li Chen.

Li Chen also smiled and replied: "Okay, I'm sorry, but please don't cry."

Liu Yifei's heart skipped a beat, and she felt that her husband's words had a different meaning.
It is early Monday morning in China, but the Oscars have already become a hot topic.

"Lao Mouzi dress!"

"Highland Queen Liu Yifei!"

"Three hairpins!"

"Liu Yifei's black cape and slicked back hair!"

Liu Yifei alone occupies most of the various hot-selling entries.

"So shocking! The fairy sister can even pull off the slicked-back hairstyle. Even Zhou Runfa would have to kneel down if he saw this!"

"This black cape and gold and black dress is simply the queen of the night!"

"The styling of the celestial being is truly unparalleled. We are not competing in ferocity or who can show more, we are just competing in temperament!"

In the chairman's office of the China Film Building, Han Sanping looked at the real-time news of the Oscars online and sighed, "Maybe this time."

Li Chen and Liu Yifei revealed just the tip of the iceberg of Liu Yifei's outfit when they were interviewed in the interview area.

Soon, the news that the velvet custom-made black cloak, which Lawrence Xu spent half a year to make and was extremely expensive, appeared on major portals.

After entering the backstage, the staff led the two to the first row.

Li Qiaoqiao was sitting at the back. When he saw Li Chen and Liu Yifei, he quickly stood up and nodded: "Director Li, Yifei."

"Sister Qiaoqiao." Liu Yifei replied with a smile, and Li Chen and Li Qiaoqiao also nodded slightly.

Lao Mouzi, Li Chen, Liu Yifei and Bale were all seated in the first row, while Nini, Tong Dawei and others took advantage of the crew and sat in the second row.

Nini didn’t count which row the Snow Flower and Secret Fan duo, who were not shortlisted, were in because they couldn’t be seen anyway.

"Brother Dawei, why do I feel like I'm dreaming sitting in the second row?" Nini said in a low voice.

In fact, the people sitting around are all well-known figures in Hollywood.

"Do you want me to pinch you?" Tong Dawei was actually very excited as it was the first time he was so close to Oscar.

"No, I'll pinch you!"

"hiss!"

In the first row, George Clooney came up with his new girlfriend to greet Zhang Yimou and Li Chen.

The three met twice in Venice.

The red carpet ended and the award ceremony officially began.

The host Billy started the show with his famous spoof short film, in which he replaced the classic scenes of George Clooney and Tom Cruise with his own, which caused laughter in the audience.

The short film ended and the announcer said, "Ladies and gentlemen, welcome our host Billy!"

"This is my ninth time hosting the Oscars, so please call me War Horse, and we'll meet tonight at the Bankruptcy Theatre!"

Liu Yifei in the audience was also amused. She thought to herself that she was an American after all, so she could say whatever she wanted to say.

Thinking of this, Miss Liu glanced at her husband beside her again.

I remember what my husband said when I chose this red carpet look.

In such occasions, the way these foreign hosts and award presenters joke is pretty much the same, which is nothing more than rubbing salt into the wound.

Height, flat chest, bankruptcy and scandal are all the fodder for their ridicule.

The conversation had just begun when my husband had anticipated one thing.

The first two awards were presented by Tom Hanks for Best Cinematography and Best Art Direction.

Li Chen and Zhang Yimou just applauded. The few Asian faces in the Highland Theater were most concerned about the Best Foreign Language Film award which would be announced soon.

In just over ten minutes, the winner of the Best Foreign Language Film will be announced.

The layman looks at the excitement and the insider looks at the doorway.

It is more like a competition between the two most popular films, "The Flowers of War" and "A Separation".

It would be better to say that Warner and Sony are meeting on a narrow road.

The former is led by Warner Public Relations, while the latter is led by Sony.

The award presenter was Oscar-winning actress Sandra Bullock, who is known as Hollywood's sweetheart.

Liu Yifei was more nervous than Zhang Yimou. Sandra, wearing a black and white long dress, walked to the center of the stage.

There was applause at the scene.

"Hello everyone, I am going to present the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film. The organizing committee wants to do something new this year because this is an international gala."

"China has a huge population of 12 billion, so they asked me to speak Chinese when reading the nomination list."

"Fortunately, my sister is pretty good at speaking."

"My mother has been speaking German to me since I was a child, so my Chinese has a bit of a German accent."

"I love China!"

This woman must have lived in the last century. It's obvious that she doesn't understand modern China at all.

In 95, the country's population exceeded 12 billion, and in 05 it reached 13 billion.

Although she said this, Sandra still spoke English from beginning to end.

Li Chen and Zhang Yimou both laughed at the same time, and Li Chen whispered something in Zhang Yimou's ear.

Lao Mouzi nodded frequently.

Five films nominated for Best Foreign Language Film flashed across the big screen.

When Sandra opened the envelope, the results were about to be announced.

Several Chinese people, including Zhang Yimou, felt very nervous.

Li Chen didn't know why he was so nervous.

It wasn't him who took the photo, maybe it was due to the environment.

The scene was so quiet that you could hear a pin drop.

"The Oscar winner is: China's "The Flowers of War"!"

(End of this chapter)