Huayu Entertainment: Who let him be the director!

On June 6, the 16th Shanghai International Film Festival opened grandly.

Although he did not submit any works for the competition, Zhou Qing still attended the opening ceremony and walked the red carpet.

It contributed a wave of popularity and style to this year's Shanghai Film Festival.

After all, Zhou Qing will have to promote his "Painted Skin" at the film festival in the next few days.

Now let’s just treat it as a wave of reciprocity.

"The person walking on the red carpet now is the internationally renowned director Zhou Qing. Director Zhou Qing has won the Silver Bear and the Golden Bear at the Berlin Film Festival, and the Silver Lion and the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival..."

As Zhou Qing appeared, the host began to introduce Zhou Qing in detail.

You know what, it sounds really impressive.

Especially the words "internationally renowned director". It is exaggerated, but it does sound comfortable.

The great director Zhou Qing is also vain.

Click, click, click!
The spotlights on both sides of the red carpet kept flashing, and domestic and international media began to take pictures of Zhou Qing.

"Director Zhou!"

"Director Zhou!"

There were even many people calling out Zhou Qing's name, and the atmosphere suddenly became heated.

Zhou Qing had a warm and stylized smile on his face and waved to both sides.

After signing on the autograph wall and giving a brief interview to reporters, the red carpet session was over.

"If I had known, I would have gone with you."

Huang Bo couldn't help but complain to Zhou Qing with envy on his face.

That’s right, Huang Bo also walked the red carpet, and his "Glory and Fury" was also shortlisted.

However, no one paid attention to the crew of "Glory and Fury" on the red carpet, which was completely different from Zhou Qing's enthusiastic response.

"Believe me, the closing ceremony will be different. Your film will most likely win an award."

Zhou Qing spoke to Huang Bo with full confidence.

I'm not kidding Huang Bo. In the original time and space, "Glory and Fury" won the Asian Newcomer Award.

Even though the Shanghai Film Festival is a bit watered down and its level of fanfare is just so-so, it is still an international A-class film festival anyway.

It is also a great honor to win the grand prize.

"Director Zhou."

"Director Zhou."

Just walking around the venue, I was surrounded by filmmakers who came over to greet me enthusiastically.

There are both domestic and international ones.

However, the international stars at the Shanghai Film Festival are far inferior to those at the Big Three.

"Director Zhou, I've heard of your name in Hollywood. You're a director I admire very much."

When Liam Neeson, the lead actor of "Schindler's List", saw Zhou Qing, he came over to greet him enthusiastically.

It's not just a polite remark. Zhou Qing is indeed quite famous in Hollywood now.

After all, there are not many directors in Hollywood who have won the Silver Bear, Golden Bear, Silver Lion and Golden Lion at the same time.

"Hello Mr. Liam, you are so polite. I also like your book Schindler's List very much."

Zhou Qing shook hands with the other party and chatted for a few words.

But I was secretly complaining in my heart, this guy’s “Taken” should be released soon, right?
Thanks to this movie, Liam Neeson has become a professional rescuer.

"Director Zhou!"

"Director Li!"

Li An also came, and the two sides naturally had a harmonious and friendly chat after meeting.

"Congratulations, Director Li, Brokeback Mountain won so many awards at the Oscars."

Zhou Qing sincerely congratulated Li An.

Although "Brokeback Mountain" lost the Golden Lion Award to "The Hearing Girl" at the Venice Film Festival, it did not hinder the film's performance at the Oscars.

At the 3th Academy Awards which just concluded in March, Brokeback Mountain received a total of eight nominations and ultimately won three awards including the Best Director Award.

To be honest, it’s amazing.

"You're welcome. If you go to Hollywood to make a movie, an Oscar will surely be a piece of cake."

Li An smiled and said half jokingly and half seriously.

In Li An’s opinion, anyone who can win both the Golden Bear and the Golden Lion is definitely capable of winning an Oscar.

"I heard Director Zhou is making a new movie?"

The two sides chatted for a while, and Li An asked about Zhou Qing's new film out of curiosity.

"Since you asked, Director Li, I've got you covered. The finished film hasn't come out yet, but it's in the exhibition area. Painted Skin. If you're free, Director Li, you can go and take a look at Painted Skin."

Zhou Qing took the opportunity to invite Li An.

If a top director like Li An goes to the platform to support the event, the publicity effect will be self-evident.

Of course, it was just a casual mention. If Li An is willing to go, that would be great, but if he isn't willing to go, that's fine too.

"sure."

Li An agreed readily with a smile.

But whether to go or not, no one will know.

"Director Zhou."

"Director Jiang."

To be honest, Zhou Qing was still a little surprised to see Jiang Wen here.

"Have you finished filming The Sun Also Rises?"

After some pleasantries, Zhou Qing asked about this matter.

"It's still early. Judging from the current progress, it will take until November to complete the filming."

Jiang Wen said to Zhou Qing as a matter of course.

Zhou Qing: "..."

If I remember correctly, both sides talked about it at the last screening of "The Hearing Girl". The filming of this movie started in October last year.

So this means that this movie will take more than a year to shoot?

Brother, are you trying to follow Wang Mojing's example?

"Director Jiang's pursuit of excellence is truly admirable."

Zhou Qing was convinced and gave Jiang Wen a thumbs up.

"I just thought you were complimenting me."

Jiang Wen could hear Zhou Qing's teasing, but didn't care. Instead, he waved his hand and smiled.

"Want to go to your Painted Skin? Sure, where is it?"

And when Zhou Qing invited Jiang Wen to support him, Jiang Wen readily agreed.

"Director Jiang is open-minded."

Zhou Qing gave Jiang Wen a thumbs up, and then took Jiang Wen to the movie exhibition area.

The huge poster of "Painted Skin" stands there.

The looks of Hu Jun, Liu Yifei, and Zhao Wenzhuo are all pleasing to the eye, some are beautiful, some are domineering.

The words "Zhou Qing's work" are emphasized and magnified, which is very eye-catching.

It’s not that Zhou Qing is too narcissistic. There’s nothing else to do. The biggest promotional point of this movie is really Zhou Qing.

Not the actors.

Especially for those international filmmakers. There are some other matching promotional materials next to it, and the whole Painted Skin area looks very impressive.

Long before Zhou Qing brought Jiang Wen here, the place was already surrounded by people.

There are domestic ones and international ones as well.

This is the weight of the two words "Zhou Qing" today.

Now Zhou Qing brings Jiang Wen with him, wow, it's even more amazing.

Once again, he made his presence felt.

"Director Zhou Qing's new film Painted Skin made a surprise appearance at the Shanghai International Film Festival. It is reported that Painted Skin is in the post-production stage."

"This year's Shanghai International Film Festival has many highlights. Director Zhou Qing brought his masterpiece of the year, Painted Skin, to join the event and share his creative ideas."

"Director Zhou Qing came to promote his new film Painted Skin. The exhibition area was extremely popular, which fully demonstrated Director Zhou's strong appeal."

I have to say that Zhou Qing’s decision to promote Painted Skin at the Shanghai Film Festival was the right one.

It turns out that the effect is really good.

Not only did domestic media pay close attention to it, but even some international media also reported on "Painted Skin".

And what about the filmmakers?
Needless to say, many people came to Zhou Qing with great interest to inquire about the situation.

"Director Zhou, we are very optimistic about the potential of Painted Skin in Japan. I think we can discuss the distribution of the film in Japan."

In particular, distributors from Japan and South Korea expressed much greater interest in "Painted Skin" than others.

After all, the culture of these regions is not much different from Chinese culture.

Especially in Japan, where monster culture is prevalent, and with Zhou Qing's golden name, they are all very optimistic about "Painted Skin".

Zhou Qing was chatting about this with a smile.

However, it would be better for China Film Group to handle the specific distribution issues in these regions.

They are professionals in this field.

"Director Zhou, you finally have a new film. I've been waiting for it!"

Film producers from Europe, America and other places also came in an endless stream, and many of them had worked with Zhou Qing before.

Everyone also showed great interest in "Painted Skin".

All in all, Zhou Qing can be said to have gained a lot during these few days at the Shanghai Film Festival.

The effect of the pre-publicity was achieved and was even better than expected.

"Everyone is looking forward to Painted Skin."

Han Sanping took all this into consideration and was quite satisfied.

He has also made preliminary contacts with some distributors in Japanese and Korean regions, and most of them have expressed a relatively positive attitude towards "Painted Skin".

Han Sanping has also made preliminary arrangements with many distributors, and will invite them to watch the film together after Painted Skin is released.

We will discuss the distribution cooperation in detail at that time.

At the same time, China Film Group itself has its own channels, and Han Sanping plans to work together to make a breakthrough in these regions.

"By the way, everything has been arranged for the Venice Film Festival. I will go there when the time comes."

Han Sanping told Zhou Qing about this matter again.

"Thank you, Mr. Han."

Zhou Qing nodded.

Going to the Venice Film Festival to sell the film was a strategy he and Han Sanping had decided on early on.

By that time, things will definitely be different from now. After all, there are only posters now, not even a finished film.

Zhou Qing said that he could not replicate Chen Shishi's feat of selling "The Promise" for 200 million RMB just by using trailers.

In this regard, he is really awesome.

"Now I declare that the closing ceremony and awards ceremony of the 9th Magic City International Film Festival will begin now!"

On June 6, the 25-day Shanghai International Film Festival finally came to an end, ushering in the most important award ceremony.

Zhou Qing has participated in this segment many times, but this is the first time he has served as an award presenter.

For Zhou Qing, it is still relatively new.

Like any other film festival, the first awards presented are not the important ones. At the Shanghai Film Festival, the first awards are the Asian Newcomer Awards.

A total of ten films were won by films from China, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Israel and other places.

Among them, Huang Bo’s "Glorious Fury" is on the list, just as I remembered.

Cao Baoping was very excited standing on the stage holding the trophy.

Although this is not an award in the main competition unit, it is at least an award for a Class A film festival.

Plus, this is only his second novel, which is definitely cause for celebration.

Huang Bo in the audience had the same smile on his face as Cao Baoping, which came from the heart.

It can be said that all the depression caused by the low box office has been swept away.

In any case, he starred in a movie that won an award at an international A-class film festival.

Although it cannot be compared with the Berlin Silver Bear of "127 Hours", to be honest, it can still be used to show off in the entire domestic entertainment industry.

Next up are naturally the main competition unit awards, from the Best Music Award to the Best Director Award, all of which are foreign films.

It was not until the Grand Jury Prize was won by the Chinese film "Tengu".

Wow!
The entire venue erupted in warm applause, and Zhou Qing in the backstage also silently cheered for "Tengu".

Fu Dalong acted very well in the film and the director also directed it very well. It is indeed a good movie.

So what about the final Best Picture award?
Just waiting for Zhou Qing to reveal it.

"Next, please welcome our award presenter, Director Zhou Qing!"

Wow!
Amidst warm applause, Zhou Qing walked up to the front desk holding the sealed list of winners.

All eyes were fixed upon him.

"I would like to thank the organizing committee for inviting me to be the guest presenter of this award. I am honored. I think everyone is as eager as I am to know who will win the award, so I will not keep you in suspense."

Zhou Qing said this and raised the envelope in his hand and shook it.

There was laughter from the audience.

Everyone prefers Director Zhou's clean and neat style.

Zhou Qing then opened the envelope and read out the answer: "The winner of the Golden Goblet Award for Best Picture is... Chris Kraus, 'Four Minutes'."

Chris Kraus walked up to the stage happily.

"Congratulations, Mr. Chris."

Zhou Qing smiled and handed the trophy to the other party.

Click, click, click!
The two sides shook hands in a friendly manner and reporters quickly took pictures.

Zhou Qing’s mission this time has been completed.

"At the 9th Shanghai International Film Festival, European films won a great victory, winning a total of 6 awards including Best Director and Best Actor and Actress."

"The Chinese film "Tengu" won the Grand Jury Award and became the only Chinese film to win an award in the main competition unit of this year's Shanghai Film Festival."

"The 9th Shanghai International Film Festival has come to an end, highlighting three major features: celebrities, internationalization, and interaction."

"Highlights of this year's film festival: Director Zhou Qing of the Golden Bear and Golden Lion awards the Best Film Award to the winner."

Zhou Qing and his new film "Painted Skin" both gained a lot of visibility because of the Shanghai Film Festival.

This has sparked a lot of discussion on both domestic and foreign platforms.

It’s not so difficult to explain the situation in China. After all, “Painted Skin” has been a hot topic from the project establishment and casting to the start of filming and completion, and has received great attention from the industry.

Mainly internationally, through this film festival, "Painted Skin" received a certain degree of attention.

This is a good warm-up for the next Venice Film Festival. (End of this chapter)