Huayu: As a child star, I just want to be famous

Chapter 359 Press Conference (Part )

Exit the movie palace.

The outside was already crowded with reporters and fans who had already learned the news of the award.

It is a big event to witness the birth of a Grand Slam director.

Another 21-year-old director who won the Palme d'Or twice is also an unprecedented feat.

The combination of these two things aroused great interest among everyone.

When the crew of "Sunset" walked out, they were completely surrounded and unable to move.

The security personnel tried their best to protect him, but they were completely unable to move.

"Director Zhang, please tell me what you think now?"

"Chen, as the youngest director in history to win the Golden Lion and Palme d'Or, what are your thoughts now?"

"Chen, can you tell me how you persuaded Director Zhang to work with you?"

"Director Zhang..."

Reporters inside were anxiously surrounding the venue for interviews, and they couldn't even wait for the press conference the next day.

Outside, fans were cheering wildly.

Many of them fell in love with and admired the above two directors after watching the movie "Sunset".

For these veteran movie fans, "Sunset" is perfect.

The two directors who created this work also seemed to be covered in gold and shining.

Of course, their past achievements have intensified this feeling of worship.

In Cannes, great filmmakers are the embodiment of God.

The fans screamed and the fans cheered.

Everyone felt a sense of excitement of witnessing history and miracles, and the feeling was growing stronger and stronger.

Chen Linfeng and the others could only comfort them as much as possible.

"Everyone, please don't push. There will be a media conference tomorrow. You can ask as many questions as you want then."

"Too many people can be dangerous, everyone relax."

The situation is getting a little out of control.

Fortunately, the organizing committee discovered the situation here in time and dispatched additional security personnel.

After difficult support and evacuation, Chen and Zhang were finally freed.

As for the other members of the "Sunset" crew, they had already slipped away early. After all, there were some elderly people among them and they really didn't dare to take the risk.

Back at the hotel, everyone breathed a sigh of relief.

Chen Linfeng and Zhang Yimou looked at each other and then burst into laughter.

Today was a good experience and worth recalling in the future.

The Cannes Film Festival is over, but for many film producers and award-winning producers, it is not over yet.

Sister Mei came to report the results of the previous communication with the film producers. The copyright of "Police Case" in Europe, America, Latin America and Africa has been sold.

Of course, it is mainly in Europe and the United States that the film can be sold at a good price, and there will be more film producers interested in it.

Not many third world countries are interested in this.

The film market in Cannes is very developed, and almost every film can find a buyer here.

Film producers will make multiple considerations based on the film's quality, popularity, market demand, etc., and ultimately decide on the price they want to offer.

In fact, these years have been the years when domestic films have been selling relatively well.

Although "The Promise" set a very bad example, the European and American film markets still have interest in China, which prompts film producers to be interested.

In addition, Chinese films generally have lower copyright prices due to lower investment.

Everyone wants things that are good quality and cheap.

"Police World" has previously negotiated buyout prices with more than a dozen countries and regions, with an average of about US$80 per region.

That’s close to $1000 million in revenue.

It easily covered the publicity and public relations expenses during Cannes.

"In the next few days, the copyright of Sunset will also be sold to the public. Xiaofeng, what price do you think is acceptable?"

Chen Linfeng thought for a moment and said, "It'll be fine if it's similar to Police Incident.

Although Sunset won the Palme d'Or and is well-known thanks to Director Zhang, it is not a commercial film after all, so its audience will be relatively narrow and it is impossible for it to sell at a higher price than commercial films."

Sister Mei nodded. It was the same in the past. The prices of art films were generally lower.

However, she disagrees with the statement that "it's all thanks to Director Zhang."

"Xiao Feng, you are too modest. Many film producers are coming here just for you."

“Haha, that’s because Whiplash made them money.”

The prices of award-winning art films are relatively low compared to commercial films.

But the good thing is that most countries will be interested in award-winning films.

Even if the revenue from cinemas is not high, the revenue from videotapes is certainly not low.

Therefore, award-winning films are more likely to sell in more regions.

That was the case with Whiplash last time.

At that time, Chen Linfeng's name was not as famous as it is now, and the price for each region was about 50 US dollars.

The more areas there are to sell, the higher the final profit will be.

In fact, in comparison, when Kirin sells regional film copyrights, the price is generally not set too high.

For example, the average price of the movie "Storm Warriors 2" at this year's Cannes was about 100 million US dollars per region, but its copyright was only sold to South Korea, Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands.

Kirin’s movies are often sold in more than 10 regions.

In addition to the good performance of "Whiplash", film producers in almost all regions made money.

Another important factor is that the price charged by Qilin is not expensive, at least relative to the quality.

Everyone can make money.

This is also the strategy that Chen Linfeng has always pursued, to expand his influence as much as possible. It is okay to earn a little less for this.

Why is Van Loong so famous around the world?
Isn't it because over the past few decades, its films have been shown to audiences all over the world through the sale of image copyrights?

After talking with Sister Mei, Chen Linfeng returned to the room.

I noticed that Liu Xixi was wearing the Hanfu that she wore when walking on the red carpet, but this was the version without the outer garments such as the jacket and the big-sleeved shirt, only the inner undergarment.

Chen Linfeng was instantly "excited".

This girl is really getting better and better.

Liu Qianqian pretended to be worried and covered her chest, "What...what are you going to do?"

It’s okay to lie to your friends, but there’s no need to lie to yourself.

Xixi, you don't need to cover it.

But I have to say, with these actions, coupled with her innocent little face.

Chen Linfeng's "excitement" value soared instantly.

He rushed forward like a hungry wolf pouncing on its prey.

"Ah, don't mess around, at least turn off the lights."

Liu Qianqian didn't expect the effect to be so excessive. She really meant what she said, "Don't turn on the lights."

But it's too late now. My girlfriend's snow-white skin looks even more beautiful under the light.

Chen Linfeng moved over slowly.

Liu Qianqian's body trembled slightly, and she tried her best to suppress herself and not make any sound.

Another night of growth.

……

The next morning, press conference.

There was a huge crowd of reporters, including media from all over the world.

Just by taking a quick glance, Chen Linfeng saw several world media outlets.

"BBC", "The Sun", "Los Angeles Times", "New York Times", etc.

"Sight & Sound", "Cahiers du Cinema", "Le Monde", "France Soir" and so on, which often appear at the three major film festivals, are also there.

The official press conference in Cannes next door wouldn’t have as many people as theirs, right?

Chen Linfeng thought to himself.

Those interviewed were mainly two directors and three main creative roles.

After this trip to Cannes, they all became completely known to everyone.

Liu Qianqian is the least noticeable among the five people, but thanks to her huge popularity in China and her appearance, she still received many questions from reporters.

Of course, the focus today is still Zhang Yimou and Chen Linfeng.

The reporter was very interested in Zhang Yimou's next movie and asked him if he would work with Chen again.

"Although there is no cooperation, I let Xiao Chen read the script of the new movie. He also gave me some suggestions. This should be considered as some kind of cooperation." Zhang Yimou said with a smile.

No, this is not cooperation.

Lao Mouzi has also become a bad person.

The question that domestic reporters are more concerned about is that after Zhang Yimou’s Grand Slam, he should be considered the top director in China, and they asked him what he thinks.

“I don’t think it can be counted that way, as Director Li An only missed out on the Palme d’Or, and he also has an Oscar for Best Director.

In addition to Director Li An, there is also Xiao Chen, who has won two Golden Globes at such a young age, and seems to be good at making commercial films as well. When he can focus on both art and box office, I think he will surpass me soon.

So it’s hard to say who will be the top spot.”

Domestic reporters widened their eyes and became completely excited.

There is a lot of mystery in this sentence.

Li An and Xiao Chen were mentioned, but who is missing?

Everyone was scratching their heads and couldn't think of it.

Chen Linfeng was a little restless.

What's wrong with Lao Mouzi today? Why does he keep talking about him?
Don't always flatter me. I'm still young and can't control myself.

"Director Zhang is too modest. I am still far behind him. Director Zhang has won five gold medals and a Grand Slam. Hero opened the era of domestic blockbusters, and the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games was even more spectacular. I think Director Zhang is my goal."

"No, no, no, Xiao Chen will surpass me soon."

"Director Zhang is the pillar of the film and television industry."

The two people pushing each other back and forth also opened the eyes of the reporters in the audience.

After the incident, a reporter asked Chen Linfeng.

"Director Chen, you won the Palme d'Or this time. When will you launch an attack on the Golden Bear?"

This topic instantly ignited the enthusiasm of reporters.

"Yeah, we are all waiting to see another triple-gold Grand Slam director appear."

"It would be great if I could become a Grand Slam director before the age of 25. That would be unprecedented and unmatched."

Everyone was enjoying the fun, and at first they were just asking questions, but later they turned into direct instigation.

Chen Linfeng was speechless, "To win the Palme d'Or, it's all because of the judges and organizing committee of the Cannes Film Festival who are unconventional in selecting talents. Director Zhang has spent more than ten years on it. I think it will take me at least 20 years."

He also learned how to pull a raft.

Zhang Yimou hesitated to speak, he was sincere just now.

Xiao Chen, with your talent, I have to eat something for more than 10 years.

The reporters thought so too. They ignored the other party's 20-year statement and stared at Chen Linfeng and asked,
"Is 5 years enough? I think this time is already very generous. You are a genius, Chen!"

"Indeed, I think five years is a bit too much. You know, there is only one year between Venice and Cannes. This time it will be a little longer, two years will be enough, just before I turn 5."

Everyone wants to have fun so much.

Chen Linfeng rolled his eyes and didn't say anything.

(End of this chapter)