Huayu Entertainment: Who let him be the director!

Chapter 77 "127 Hours" VS "Infernal Affairs"

"Director Zhou, I have bought the copyrights of all of Liu Cixin's novels."

Just one week later, Director Chen brought good news.

"Well done."

Zhou Qing nodded with satisfaction.

The copyrights of other novels are actually easy to deal with, but the key is that Zhou Qing attaches great importance to "The Wandering Earth".

It is no exaggeration to say that the adapted movie of the same name is of great significance to Chinese films.

It opened the door for domestic science fiction films.

Although the door was closed by "Shanghai Fortress" not long after it opened.

"Keep following Liu Cixin, and buy the copyrights of all his novels in the future."

Zhou Qing gave instructions to Director Chen again.

"Understood, Director Zhou."

Director Chen didn't quite understand why Zhou Qing was so optimistic about science fiction novels. After all, science fiction movies could not be made in China at present, and no one had ever made one before.

But since it was Zhou Qing's order, he agreed without hesitation.

"Well, go get busy."

Zhou Qing then waved his hand and sent Director Chen away.

"Director Zhou, Huan Tian Kong has informed us that the post-production of "Departures" has been completed."

Not long after, assistant Xiao Liu also knocked on Zhou Qing's office door to report.

Huan Tiankong was actually the post-production team that Zhou Qing had been looking for.

Zhou Qing's eyes suddenly lit up.

Without any further delay, I went to Huantiankong immediately.

"Director Zhou, you finally lived up to my expectations."

"Thanks for your hard work."

After a brief greeting, Zhou Qing began to review the film.

"Yes, it completely meets my requirements."

More than an hour and a half later, Zhou Qing showed a satisfied smile on his face.

The movie "Departures" is finally out!
Needless to say, Zhou Qing immediately gave the order.

Registration for the Berlin Film Festival, film submission for review and other tasks were all assigned to people as soon as possible.

Unlike the last time when "127 Hours" was submitted for review and needed to rely on the support of Beijing Film Academy, Zhou Qing did not do that at all when submitting "Departures" for review this time.

After all, the movie is scheduled to be released on May Day, so there is still a lot of time and there is no need to rush.

But Zhou Qing is no longer the same Zhou Qing.

Even though he did nothing, it only took him more than 20 days to get the dragon seal for "The Funeral Director".

Zhou Qing has also had someone watching the final step of the technical review.

But he is a bit too busy at the moment because the Golden Horse Awards ceremony is coming.

There was still no place for Zhu Yawen and Luo Jin, so Zhou Qing and Huang Bo went.

"Director Zhou!"

"Director Zhou!"

Just like the treatment he received at the Golden Rooster and Hundred Flowers Awards, Zhou Qing also received enthusiastic support even at the Golden Horse Awards.

After all, there are so many actors in China, but how many of them are truly great directors?

They are all delicious steamed buns.

"Director Zhou."

"Hua brother."

Here Zhou Qing also met Liu Dehua again.

Liu Dehua's face looked flushed with excitement that could not be suppressed in the corners of his eyes and mouth.

There's no way not to be excited.

"Infernal Affairs" was nominated for twelve awards, which is really too exaggerated.

It is the well-deserved first favorite to win the award, and the entire industry is very optimistic about this movie.

In addition, the box office was also very successful, so it was a true success in both box office and reputation.

As the leading actor of such a movie, it would be strange if Liu Dehua was not proud. "Infernal Affairs is so popular, Brother Hua should give others a chance to survive."

“No matter how strong the momentum of Infernal Affairs is, it may not be able to beat 127 Hours.”

Liu Dehua just laughed, but it was also his genuine thought.

Even though "127 Hours" did not receive as many nominations as "Infernal Affairs", it was still nominated for the most important awards.

Considering the impressive record of "127 Hours" itself, how could Liu Dehua dare to underestimate it?

"Director Li, Bao Qiang!"

"Director Zhou!"

Li Yang, whom I met in Berlin, also came with Wang Baoqiang. "Blind Shaft" was also nominated at the Golden Horse Awards.

"Bao Qiang, the Best Newcomer Award is definitely yours."

After exchanging a few words with Li Yang, Zhou Qing encouraged Wang Baoqiang.

"I don't dare to think about it. I'll just follow Director Li to see the world."

Wang Baoqiang's smile still revealed a kind of simplicity, but he no longer looked as reserved as he was last time in Berlin.

"Don't be modest. You performed very well in the movie and there's a good chance you'll win an award."

Zhou Qing smiled confidently.

Seeing that Director Zhou was so optimistic about him, the smile on Wang Baoqiang's face became even brighter.

After saying hello and chatting, the most important red carpet segment comes next.

After more than an hour of trouble, the highlight of the closing ceremony finally arrived: the award ceremony.

Huang Bo, who was so jubilant at the venue, finally became less heartless and even looked a little nervous.

After all, compared to the Hundred Flowers Award for Best Actor, he definitely hopes to win the Golden Horse Award for Best Actor.

If Huang Bo wants to win the Golden Horse Award for Best Actor, who will be his opponent?

Liu Dehua, Liang Chaowei, Simon Yam!

All of them are seniors.

What?
Is there also a Wu Yan group?

Huang Bo automatically ignored it.

So what about Zhou Qing?
His expression was equally serious, and he naturally hoped that "127 Hours" could win some major awards.

"The winner of the Audience Choice Award for Best Picture is... Infernal Affairs!"

The awards ceremony began soon. The first one was the audience choice award in an informal competition, which was won by "Infernal Affairs".

Although it was just a small and insignificant award, the entire crew of "Infernal Affairs" was very excited.

A good start, a good omen.

The following are some less important competition awards, such as Best Sound Effects, Best Editing, Best Original Film Music, Best Action Design, etc.

Zhou Qing didn't pay much attention to it.

It is worth mentioning that "127 Hours" lost the best editing award to Chen Shengchang's "Never Part".

Zhou Qing was also calm.

He was always eyeing the three big prizes.

"The winner of the Best Adapted Screenplay Award is Li Yang, Blind Shaft!"

"The winners of the Best New Performer Award are Wang Baoqiang, "Blind Shaft", and Zheng Zhiyun, "Run! Child!"

"Blind Shaft" won two awards, so it wasn't a wasted trip.

Li Yang was okay, but Wang Baoqiang was as happy as a child.

I couldn't stop laughing.

This is his first serious starring movie, and he directly won an award at the Golden Horse Awards. Isn’t that amazing?
The following Best Supporting Actress, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Actress awards all have nothing to do with "127 Hours".

However, when it came to the Best Actor award, Huang Bo's whole body was a little tense, and his eyes were fixed on the big screen in front of him without blinking.

Not only Huang Bo, but also Liu Dehua and Liang Chaowei who were nominated together are the same.

Perhaps only Wu Yan's group reacted better, as if they knew they were just there to make up the numbers.

"The winner of Best Actor is... Liang Chaowei, Infernal Affairs!"

Huang Boren immediately collapsed, and Liu Dehua's smile became forced.

(End of this chapter)