Huayu: Start by asking ex-girlfriends for alms

Chapter 162 Wang Jiawei: Compromise is also an art!
"I believe it, why not!" Hao Lei laughed softly.
"After all, isn't the purpose of filming for others to see? You are no different from other viewers, right?"

Hiss, this enlightenment!
Zhen Jiecheng couldn't help but give a thumbs up.
"Sister, you are open-minded!"

"Of course not. Didn't you see it all? You can clearly see where the mole is. How can you not be open about it?"

Yan Jiecheng:
"What do you think after reading this? Tell me."

"Emmm, Senior Brother Lou took it well!" Zhen Jiecheng didn't retract his thumbs and continued to raise it. "Sister, you acted well too!"

"Oh, really? What about Xue Zi that you just mentioned? Was she good in acting?" Hao Lei said with a half-smile.

"Who acted better, the one with the mole on the left or the one on the right?"

"It's all good, it's all good!"

Damn it, you brought it up yourself, so why should I be embarrassed?

I saw it, what’s wrong?

Deng Chao was so happy hugging Sun Li that he didn't want to leave. It didn't matter to him anymore.

Thinking about this, Zhen Jiecheng became more and more confident.

"What does it mean to have great ambitions, sister? That's you!" She shook her thumbs up.

"To be fair, your acting is pretty good."

"Especially with your figure and appearance, it has a more artistic impact."

After a pause,
"The more beautiful things are trampled upon, the more they arouse people's emotions."

“When the emotions come out, the appeal is there, and art is created!”

"Look, the audience wants to kill Guo Xiaodong, and Duan Yihong is the same."

"Oh, what about you?" Hao Lei asked.

"Me? I'll banish Duan Yihong to the mountains to film a movie. Does that count?"

"Okay!" Hao Lei nodded, "And then?"

"Then I will watch Summer Palace a few more times. If that doesn't work, I will ask Senior Brother Lou for all the other deleted materials. I will take them home and watch and analyze them frame by frame!" Zhen Jiecheng relaxed his attitude. "No matter who asks, I just want to appreciate art!"

"If someone calls me a hooligan, I won't refute it."

"Which director isn't a gangster? Those who make art films are gangster leaders!"

Hearing this, Hao Lei laughed even more happily.

Even the worries that have been lingering these days have dissipated a lot.

Zhen Jiecheng's honesty was just what she wanted. The entertainment industry was full of disguise and acting, and she herself often had to do the same.

It's rare to meet someone with such a genuine personality, and Hao Lei immediately became interested in talking.

"It's not appropriate for us to chat here. We'll disturb other people watching the movie. Let's go outside and talk."

"Oh! All right, let's go out first."

Zhen Jiecheng said this while glancing at the big screen.

Seeing this, Hao Lei spat.
"Take a look, see if there's anything interesting to see."

"Isn't it just two lumps on top and two petals on the bottom?"

"Why, can you put your eyes into the screen and count them?"

"Look at what you're saying. I'm a director! I'm analyzing film and television works and appreciating art!" Zhen Jiecheng retorted, "Don't use your actor's perspective to put me in my shoes."

"Yo, Yukiko is art?"

"Yes!"

"Butt too?"

"Yes!"

"So, what about this of yours?" Hao Lei pointed at the height of Zhen Jiecheng's head and chuckled, "Is it also art?"

Unexpectedly, Zhen Jiecheng held his head high and spoke with confidence.
"It is not!"

"What is that?" Hao Lei asked.

“Art review!”

He did not leave immediately. He waited until Zhen Jiecheng recovered from the altitude before he and Hao Lei walked out of the screening room.

"Senior Brother Lou Ye returned home urgently?"

"Ok!"

"Then why didn't you go back with us?"

"What's the point of me going back?" Hao Lei sighed softly, "Can I help "Summer Palace" pass the review and get the public screening certificate?"

Lou Yecai had just finished a media conference in Cannes and immediately returned to China.

It was originally thought that the Film Bureau would propose revisions to the large-scale scenes in "Summer Palace", but it was never expected that the Film Review Committee would target Lou Ye's "hooligan" behavior in a more "rogue" way.

They simply refused to review "Summer Palace" on the grounds of technical reasons such as "the quality of the film's pictures and sound did not meet the film review requirements."

What a coincidence! Lou Ye is one of the most technically oriented directors in the industry, and the fact that he was stuck on technical issues really amused the audience.

"Why, are you worried that it will affect whether "Summer Palace" can successfully participate in the Cannes Awards?"

"Yeah!" Hao Lei nodded, "After all, I'm an actor. After filming a movie, what I care about most is the box office and reputation of the movie."

"'Summer Palace' is an art film, so the box office is definitely not going to be high. So the honor is the most important thing, which represents the industry's recognition of this film, and also the recognition of my ability and the efforts I have made over the past three years!"

"Hahaha! You don't have to worry about that!" Zhen Jiecheng laughed.

"I just said it, all directors are gangsters, and directors of art films are gangster leaders."

"Now let me add one more sentence. The directors of art films who graduated from Beijing Film Academy are gangster leaders who have the blessing of historical background, the influence of traditional culture, the guidance of role models, and the support of identity and background!"

"The photoelectricity is nothing, and what on earth is the Film Bureau?"

"Returning to China is nothing more than a formality to save face and avoid a falling out. In reality, we will do what we should do, regardless of whether we participate in the competition through 'formal' channels or not, it's all the same!"

After a pause,
“But Sister Lei, Senior Brother Lou can be willful, but you still have to be careful.”

“Try not to speak out for Summer Palace in public in Cannes, and it’s best not to even attend the awards ceremony.”

"Huh?" Hearing this, Hao Lei was stunned, "Do you have inside information?"

"Why do you ask?"

"The company also suggested that I return to China as soon as possible, but they couldn't give a specific reason, just saying that they felt the wind was blowing in the wrong direction."

"Not bad, not bad. It seems there are still smart people here!" Zhen Jiecheng nodded with a smile. "The Summer Palace is not even qualified to be reviewed now. This is a clear indication."

"The Optoelectronics and Film Bureaus are about to take action!"

"Either Senior Brother Lou withdraws from the competition with Summer Palace and pretends that he has never made this movie."

"Either you continue to be stubborn, commit crimes against the wind, and then be fined."

"Like Director Jiang Wenjiang?" Hao Lei interrupted.

"That's not all!" Zhen Jiecheng shook his head. "It's become such a mess, the punishment will only be more severe. I guess the higher-ups will expand the scope of punishment, and even the producer will be punished!"

"As for you and Guo Xiaodong and other leading actors, I'm afraid you will also be invited to the Film Bureau for a chat."

If others say this, Hao Lei will just treat it as alarmist talk.

But when Zhen Jiecheng said that, Hao Lei believed it almost 90% of the time!

He is the prince of the Directing Department and Photography Department of Beijing Film Academy, and is doted on by teachers and protected by leaders.

The head of China Film Group is his senior, and the Film Bureau and Optoelectronics probably also have alumni relationships.

The "inside information" they obtain is definitely more abundant than others, and it is much more accurate.

Plus the two most famous muted players: Tian Zhuangzhuang is his teacher and Jiang Wen is his buddy.

He is also very experienced in judging the severity of punishment!
Thinking of this, the worry on Hao Lei's face became more and more intense.

"What should I do?"

"What should we do? Just leave it alone!" Zhen Jiecheng spread his hands, "It's the director who filmed it, what does it have to do with the actors?"

"You insist: you're just a small actor who gets paid to act in a movie. You just do whatever the director says. You don't know anything else. Isn't that enough?"

"What about Director Lou?" Hao Lei hesitated, "Will it be too much for me to do this?"

"Haha! You're overthinking it!" Zhen Jiecheng interrupted Hao Lei, "Brother Lou dared to come to the competition, which means he was prepared to be punished."

"Remember, no one knows how to fight against the Photoelectric and Film Bureau better than the director of an art film."

"Especially Jiang Wen made a scene!"

Glancing at Hao Lei,
"An actor can take over a role, but what about the screenwriter? What about the photographer? At the very least, what about playing a minor role?"

"As long as I can sneak into the crew with a legitimate identity, I can justifiably turn against Tian Gang and snatch the loud speaker!"

"Do you still need to worry?"

Zhen Jiecheng's few words were not a panacea, but they made Hao Lei feel much more relaxed.

Although the problem cannot be solved, at least the subsequent path is clear, isn't it?
"According to what you said, there is really no point for me to stay in Cannes. I will book a flight back tomorrow."

"Why are you in such a hurry to go back?"

"Then what can we do here?" Hearing this, Hao Lei smiled mischievously, "We can't just accompany someone to appreciate art, right?"

"I don't have any art reviews to show!"

"Especially when I observe myself!"

Zhen Jiecheng: (; ＿)
"I noticed something was wrong at the premiere of Crazy Stone last time. He hugged me so hard that he squeezed me. And he did it in front of Deng Chao."

"Nonsense, I was helping Deng Chao out!" Zhen Jiecheng retorted, "He even thanked me afterwards!"

"What about just now? Who said in the theater: Damn Guo Xiaodong, be gentle, you've crushed me!"

"What did I say? What's the matter?" Zhen Jiecheng raised his head and looked directly at Hao Lei.

"But this sentence doesn't seem to have anything to do with 'art', right?"

"Yes! It's okay!" Zhen Jiecheng nodded. "I won't pretend anymore. I'm going to show my cards!"

Seeing this, Hao Lei chuckled.

I have been surrounded by troubles about "Summer Palace" for many days, and now I inexplicably want to vent my emotions.

After hesitating for a moment, he asked,
"You just told me to stay here temporarily. What's the reason?"

"Reason? No reason. I'm just being polite and saying it casually!" Zhen Jiecheng was extremely frank. "How about I think of one temporarily, ok?"

"Okay!"

"Emmm, you want to witness me win the trophy in Cannes? Share my joy on the spot?"

"Winning the trophy? Winning the award?" Hao Lei was stunned. "Is this just a random reason you made up? Or is it really like this?"

"Remove the 'still'," Zhen Jiecheng nodded solemnly, "Really!"

"Sister, how about we make a bet?"

"What bet? You tell me!"

"If I don't win an award in Cannes, I will walk around the gate of Beijing Film Academy naked three times!"

"If I win an award in Cannes! Then..."

"No need for ifs!" Hao Lei interrupted Zhen Jiecheng, "Although I really want to see what you look like when you turn around three times naked in front of the gate of Beijing Film Academy, I won't take this bet."

After a pause,
"I believe it!"

Looking at Zhen Jiecheng, the confident radiance that comes into view is particularly dazzling.

"So I won't be returning to China for the time being. I'm waiting to witness you lift the trophy on site!"

Stand up, open your hands,
"Come, give me a hug!"

"Now that Deng Chao is not around, there is no need to help him out. Are you going to keep squeezing him?"

Seeing Zhen Jiecheng in a daze, she smiled and challenged him.
"Hey, don't you call yourself the gangster leader? Don't you dare anymore?"

"Don't dare? What are you talking about?"

Zhen Jiecheng stood up and hugged.

He straightened his chest and soon held his head high.

Hao Lei's complaints immediately rang in my ears.

"Ah! You're going to die!"

"Just squeeze in if you want, why do you want to challenge me with your review?"

Just a hug, that's all!

Are you going to act like a hooligan in the coffee shop?
But even if it was just a hug, Hao Lei continued to roll her eyes for the rest of the time.

"Are you really crowded?"

“To embrace art, you must go all out!”

"What do I say then?"

“To embrace art, you must put your whole head into it!”

"Oh, thank you for praising me for being an artist. How about directing and acting in an art film and asking me to play the role opposite you? And then analyze art on the spot?"

"That's not the case!" Zhen Jiecheng shook his head. "Let's put it this way! If you shoot it with this in mind, it's a pornographic film, not a pornographic film."

"When the order of the two words is changed, it is not only not art, but also illegal!"

"Tsk, tsk, tsk, no wonder you have so many ex-girlfriends, you're such a talker." Hao Lei spat, "Why, my great Director Zhen, may I ask if you've calmed down after watching the movie?"

"It's quiet!" "Let's go then?"

"where to?"

“Go watch the masterpiece that makes you so confident—Parasite!”

The film-watching atmosphere in Cannes is particularly warm.

Because it is more inclined towards commercial elements than the other two major film festivals, it is much more attractive to film producers in terms of audience.

Correspondingly, it is more difficult to predict the Cannes awards results.

Every year, a jury of no more than ten judges from all over the world will screen and select films under the leadership of the chairman. As a result, the style of each year is different, and the aesthetic taste of the Palme d'Or is therefore very jumpy, with no consistency at all.

Often, films that are over-hyped do not have a good ending, like "2046" and "A History of Violence" in previous years, which were all highly praised by the media at the beginning, but did not meet expectations in the end.

The same is true this year.

"Marie Antoinette", which was highly anticipated before the competition and was considered to be the strongest "seed film", did not receive high reviews after its premiere.

The film was even booed at one point during the screening, with many European media criticizing Coppola for portraying Queen Mary as a romantic girl.

At present, the most popular and well-received films are "Babel", "Volume 2", and "Empire".

And it was dubbed a "genius" by the European media and called the most surprising "newcomer" work in Cannes this year - "Parasite"!
"This is a difficult film to describe. It resists any easy classification and is not limited by a single genre. It can be seen as a genre that is popular with mainstream audiences, but it can also be seen as an artistic masterpiece. The fun and unexpected surprises of the film can be experienced as simply and directly as possible by the audience. Therefore, it is difficult to find words to describe it. If there is one word that best summarizes this, it is the genius director: Yan Jiecheng!"

The film critic of Empire magazine commented like this, without stinging in his praise.

"Genius conception, devilish details. Bold editing, just the right soundtrack! It's hard to imagine that this film was completed by a young director at the age of 23! It's hard not to be suspicious that a director of this age has such a mature and strong personal style.

So I consulted the filmmakers in China, and when I learned that he was a brother recognized by Jiang Wen, a junior praised by Chen Kaige, and even the taciturn Zhang Yi was willing to speak for him. Well! This is another lucky man favored by God!

Although God is so unfair, I still want to praise God.

It takes a damn genius to make us appreciate good art, doesn’t it?”

The media praised it, and every screening of "Parasite" was packed to the brim.

Every time a movie ends, there is always enthusiastic applause and cheers.

Even Hao Lei was infected and pulled Zhen Jiecheng to watch it a second and third time.

The first time is for appreciation, the second time is for analysis, and the third time is for aftertaste.

In between, there were on-site learning sessions, with Zhen Jiecheng quietly and in detail explaining the details of the lens language.

The more I look, the brighter my eyes become; the more I listen, the more dizzy my head becomes.

Finally it can be summed up in two words: awesome!
"Jie Cheng, how did you come up with so many details?"

“I copied it!”

"Bah! Just keep talking nonsense, and you never tell the truth!" Hao Lei rolled her eyes. "I'm praising you, but shouldn't you be proud and cocky? You don't even know how to show off when I give you the chance! You look so sloppy, and you're a big director!"

After a pause,
"Now I understand why you are so confident!"

"I have so much stuff in my stomach that I am almost full. How can I not be confident?"

"Sister, that's not the right word to use." Zhen Jiecheng reminded, "Quality! Pay attention to your quality!"

"What kind of quality is this? I took off all my clothes to film a movie, what kind of quality do I need?" Hao Lei just lay down. "Besides, are you qualified to point out my quality? Jiang Wen said that you are born a fucking jerk, even more fucking than him!"

"Also, why didn't you talk about character when you were staring at the screen looking for my mole? Don't use art as a cover to fool people. All you see is Yukiko, butt, and bah!"

"Bullshit!" Zhen Jiecheng took over the conversation.

Suddenly I realized that I had used the wrong words, so I quickly changed my words.
"What the hell!"

But it was too late after all. Hao Lei suddenly raised her eyebrows, as if smiling.

"Bah hair?"

"Bah is spit?"

"Tsk, tsk, tsk, he is indeed a great director. This gangster leader is different because he is well-educated. The words he uses are so punning and have deep meanings."

As he said this, he patted Zhen Jiecheng on the shoulder.

"Okay, I'm going back to the hotel."

"Director Lou has flown to Cannes from China again. I have to explain everything to him face to face to avoid any misunderstandings later."

"By the way, on the day of the award ceremony, I will watch the live broadcast in the hotel. Come on, Jiecheng."

"I'm waiting for you to bring the trophy and share your joy with me!"

Hao Lei was not the only one waiting to share the joy.

Liu Yifei was already surrounded by excitement at this time, her eyes full of anticipation.

"Senior! Look, this report is praising our Parasite."

"This one, this one, and this one too!"

“So many people praised us!”

"Senior, our Parasite booth is very popular."

“Many film producers came to ask for the price!”

"Senior, we are definitely going to win a prize, right?"

"Senior, what award do you think we will win?"

"Senior, why are you so sad? Why don't you smile?"

"Stop, stop, stop!" Zhen Jiecheng finally couldn't help it and interrupted, "What a joke! The favorite will die, don't you know that?"

"Fuck, what are these media doing with nothing to do? Why are they praising me?"

"Isn't this putting me on the fire?"

Although I still have absolute confidence in winning the award, after all, the quality of "Parasite" is there, and Wang Jiawei's brain is not normal.

However, the ambition for the "Palme d'Or" was inevitably dampened by the media's "debuff".

After thinking about it, I decided to fight poison with poison.

Debuff, right? Can't we just cancel it out?
If Director Tian, ​​one Lao Deng is not enough, then let’s add a few more Lao Dengs.

"Dudududu!"

"Hey, teacher!"

"What's wrong, Jiecheng? Why are you calling me now?" asked Lao Li.

"Teacher, Director Tian said that if I win the Palme d'Or, he will walk around the gate of Beijing Film Academy three times with his butt naked, and then climb the ladder with his butt sticking up to hang a banner for me."

"The Directing Department has encouraged me so much. You and the Photography Department are my mother's family. Why don't you show some appreciation?"

"Shit! I knew that you, a bastard, would come to me with bad intentions!" Old Li panted and gritted his teeth. "Okay, okay, okay! If you really win the Palme d'Or, I'll accept it!"

"Director Tian is naked, right? I am naked too! Not only am I running three laps, I am also riding a horse, beating gongs and drums, and dancing the Yangko dance. Is that ok?"

"Okay, okay, okay! Thank you for the encouragement, teacher! Goodbye, teacher!"

Hang up the phone quickly.

He was not worried that Lao Li would call back and scold him, because Zhen Jiecheng had already dialed the second number immediately.

"Hello, Mr. Jiang, this is Jie Cheng!"

"You are my graduate student supervisor! In terms of relationship, you are closer than Director Tian!"

"Director Tian said that if I..."

Wait, Teacher Jiang is a woman, it doesn’t seem appropriate.

So he quickly shut up,

"Teacher, I have something urgent to deal with here. I will call you back later."

"Teacher, I won't say any more. Goodbye!"

Hang up and call again.

The third call.

"Beep, beep, beep."

"Hey, Senior, there's something I want to discuss with you."

"To encourage me, Director Tian and Teacher Li said that if I won the Palme d'Or, I would stand in front of the Beijing Film Academy with my butt naked, dancing the Yangge, beating drums and hanging banners."

"You are my senior! I grew up under your care and concern. Why don't you show some appreciation?"

"Shit! What the hell do you want to do? You want me to get naked too?" Han Shanping cursed, "You want to rebel?"

"No, no, no! Senior, how could you misunderstand me like this?" Zhen Jiecheng quickly explained, "Senior, you know me."

"Shut up! I don't know you. If you have something to say, just say it. Don't talk nonsense."

"Oh! All right then. Senior, this is what I was thinking. If by any chance I really take it, how about you go to the scene and act as a photographer to record this artistic moment?"

"That's no problem. I will definitely help!" Han Shanping's attitude changed instantly. "But you better know what you are doing. Just say it for the sake of blandness. Don't be so stupid and take it seriously."

“It’s my first time competing, and winning a prize is like winning!”

"Golden Palm? Haha, you dare to dream about it!"

"If you win the Palme d'Or, I will immediately put on a skirt and lipstick, and shake my butt with Lao Tian and Lao Li while taking photos!"

"Okay, I'm not going to talk nonsense with you anymore. I still have to work. Go and daydream by yourself!"

"Dudududu!"

The phone was hung up.

Zhen Jiecheng clenched his fists.
"It's done!"

"Amitabha, may Allah bless you, may the law be obeyed immediately, Amen!"

"The metaphysics is in place, now it's up to you, Director Wang, to perform!"

"Director Wang, you must stick to your original intention!"

"Director Wang! You can't do this! This goes against the tradition of the Cannes Awards and the original intention that Cannes has always upheld!"

One judge on the jury directly stood up and objected.

However, Wang Jiawei waved his hands calmly.
"In the workplace, please address them by their job title!"

"Chairman Wang! I object to your idea."

"I accept your objection!" Wang Jiawei nodded. "But I need to make one thing clear: this is not my idea, but the result of my selection after combining all of your opinions."

He was calm and spoke in a steady tone.

“The European filmmakers needed a tribute, and I arranged it!”

"The host country France needs to consider, and I am not neglecting it."

"Hollywood needs to save face, and I gave it to you!"

“Cannes is the world’s Cannes, so how can we miss Asia’s participation?”

“Oh, and by the way, movies are not just a male art, we also need to respect the efforts of female directors!”

"Most importantly, every award-winning film is of sufficient quality. Is there a problem?"

"No problem!" Everyone's mouth twitched.

What's wrong with that? All the shortlisted ones are definitely of high quality.

"Every award-winning actor has given a superb performance. Is there a problem?"

"That's no problem!" Everyone's mouth corners were twitching.

Hearing this, Wang Jiawei clapped his hands.

"Since there are no problems, doesn't that mean my comprehensive considerations are also fine?"

"Look, we have anti-war content! We have analyses of human nature, and we have humanistic concerns!"

"It's a beautiful story that the seniors have finally achieved their wish and put a perfect end to their film career."

"The young generation is full of vigor and vitality, symbolizing the openness and tolerance of Cannes. Isn't this a kind of expectation and inheritance?"

"If anyone is removed from this list, everyone here will be dissatisfied and will object."

"In that case, let's all be happy together. Isn't this a kind of perfection?"

He paused and looked up.

His deep eyes were hidden by sunglasses. This was a token of love given by his wife, and he rarely took it off.

A heart full of deep affection slowly flowed out of his mouth, every word was extremely clear.

“Resistance is an art, and compromise is also an art.”

"Everyone, do you have any questions?"

"No!" Zhang Ziyi took the lead in answering.

I kept my expression tense, afraid that I would laugh out loud if I wasn't careful!
As the Cannes Film Festival was coming to an end, a text message from the organizing committee invited Zhen Jiecheng to attend the awards ceremony.

"Senior, is this the legendary 'hidden rule' hint?"

"Ok!"

"Senior, are we going to win a prize?"

"Ok!"

"Yeah! Senior is awesome!"

Liu Yifei cheered!
(End of this chapter)