Huayu: This celebrity doesn't follow the rules.

Chapter 94: The Beijing Film Festival and Dudu's First Red Carpet Event

April 15, Yanjing Airport!

At 3 p.m., Jiang Ye stood at the arrival gate, his fingers unconsciously tapping on his phone screen, his eyes fixed on the flight information screen.

"Xiamen → Yanjing, CA1832, arrived."

He made a special effort to dress up today, wearing a black turtleneck sweater with a dark gray overcoat, his hair loosely styled but not messy, making him look clean and neat.

Before long, the crowd began to surge.

Jiang Ye spotted her immediately.

Chen Duling wore a light camel-colored knitted dress with a beige cashmere coat over it. Her long, black hair fell smoothly over her shoulders, making her skin appear even whiter.

She wore thin-rimmed glasses, and her whole demeanor exuded a scholarly and aloof air, like a delicate ink painting.

She was accompanied by a woman who appeared to be around thirty years old, dressed in a dark blue suit, with a serious expression and sharp eyes; she was likely a staff member.

Jiang Ye's eyes lit up, and he immediately waved his hand: "Beep beep!"

Chen Duling looked up at the sound, her originally cold face softened the moment she saw him, and the corners of her mouth unconsciously turned up.

But the next second...

Jiang Ye rushed forward in three steps, opened his arms, and pulled her into his embrace!
He really wanted to give her a kiss, but Dudu is shy, so he'll have to take it slow...

Chen Duling froze.

Two seconds later, she suddenly realized what was happening, her cheeks flushed bright red, and she frantically pushed him away, saying, "Jiang... Jiang Ye! What are you doing! Let go!"

Jiang Ye was taken aback, let go of her hand, and asked somewhat dejectedly, "What's wrong? Isn't absence makes the heart grow fonder?"

I've held Dudu at the airport several times already, why is Dudu reacting so strongly today?

He was a little puzzled!
Chen Duling's ears turned red with anxiety. She lowered her head, not daring to look at him, and said in a voice barely audible, "Mom... this is my friend, Jiang Ye. He... he's quite enthusiastic."

Jiang Ye: "???"

He slowly turned his head and met Lin Hongying's face, which was as black as the bottom of a pot.

What the hell!

Isn't this a staff member?
Jiang Ye's mind went blank for a moment.

Lin Hongying stared at him coldly, her eyes seeming to want to tear him to pieces on the spot.

The air froze for three seconds.

Jiang Ye quickly adjusted his expression, revealing a proper and polite smile, and extended his hand: "Hello, Auntie, I'm Jiang Ye. I was too excited just now, please forgive my rudeness."

Lin Hongying didn't take his hand, but simply gave a faint "hmm," her gaze sweeping over him before her brows furrowing slightly: "You're that director?"

Jiang Ye felt a chill run down his spine, and nodded stiffly, "Yes, Auntie, Dudu and I... worked together at Left Ear, and we're quite close..."

"Oh." Lin Hongying interrupted him, her tone indifferent. "Young man, you should know how to act with discretion."

Jiang Ye: "..."

Oh no, my first impression is completely ruined.

Chen Duling stood to the side with her head down, wanting to laugh but not daring to. She could only secretly tug at Jiang Ye's sleeve and whisper, "Let's... let's go out first."

Jiang Ye chuckled twice and took Chen's mother's suitcase, saying, "Auntie, the car is outside. I'll take you there."

Chen's mother didn't refuse, but she didn't give him a friendly look either, and walked straight ahead.

Jiang Ye followed behind, glancing at Chen Duling with a look of utter despair, and silently mouthed his accusations.

Why didn't you tell me your mom was here sooner!

Chen Duling pursed her lips and chuckled, giving him an innocent look in return.

Who gave you permission to hug me right away?

Jiang Ye: "..."

This is truly the worst situation ever.

Jiang Ye escorted them to the hotel entrance, watched Chen Duling walk into the lobby, and then turned to leave.

She came to the 5th Yanjing International Film Festival with the crew of the film "The Left Ear," and she will walk the red carpet tomorrow.

That evening, Su Youpeng would hold a meeting with the lead actors to give them some instructions.

The reason he stayed in Yanjing was that, firstly, the cat's tree could handle the remaining shots for the film crew.

On the other hand, the Yanjing Film Festival and the Beijing Film Academy have a close relationship.

The Beijing Film Academy (BFA) spearheaded several academic forums focusing on topics such as "integration of film education and industry" and "support for young directors' creative work," inviting professors, senior directors, and young creators to engage in dialogue and provide insights for talent development in the industry.

The school's teachers and students also participated in the film festival's screenings and exchange activities. Some student works were selected for the "Youth Film Exhibition" section. The school also organized students to serve as volunteers and participate in the film festival's reception, event management, and other practical work, allowing them to get up close and personal with the forefront of the industry.

In addition, the school has also held cooperative talks with the USC School of Cinematic Arts and the La Fémis Film School in France to promote faculty and student exchanges and the sharing of academic resources, thereby contributing to the internationalization of Chinese film education.

As the face of the directing department students, Jiang Ye is required to participate in many activities.

There's no way around it; since he's enjoying the benefits of the school, he can't escape these obligations.

However, what's even more important is...

He glanced down at his phone; the message Chen Duling had just sent was still on the screen.

"Thank you for taking me there, see you tomorrow!"

……

After taking a shower that evening, Jiang Ye wrapped himself in a bath towel and curled up on the sofa, starting to harass her with text messages.

"Dudu, wanna grab some late-night snacks? There's a super awesome BBQ place near our school, wanna go?"

My phone vibrated quickly, and Chen Duling's message popped up: "...So late?"

Jiang Ye: "If it's late, it's called a midnight snack; if it's not late, it's called dinner."

"...I have to get up early tomorrow."

"That's perfect, a full stomach makes for a good night's sleep."

(Speechless expression) I'm not going.

"Afraid of being photographed? Don't worry, I'll find a shop in a small alley where the paparazzi won't be able to find you."

"...That's not the issue."

"What's the problem?"

"...My mom is here."

Jiang Ye paused for three seconds: "...Is Auntie asleep?"

Chen Duling: "...Jiang Ye".

"Okay, okay, I won't go then."

But a few minutes later, Jiang Ye sent another message, "That video?"

Chen Duling: "?"

"Look at you, it's been so long since I've seen you."

"……don't want."

"Just three seconds."

"...What can you see in three seconds?"

"look at you."

Chen Duling has read the message but has not replied.

"Dudu..."

"...I'm going to sleep."

"Alright, see you in my dreams then."

"……Good night."

On the other end of the phone, Chen Duling buried her face in the pillow, her ear tips slightly red.

12:05分

Chen Duling: "...Jiang Ye".

Jiang Ye replied instantly: "Hmm?"

"...I'm a little nervous." "Nervous about what?"

"Tomorrow... I'll be walking the red carpet."

"Afraid of not walking well?"

"……Um."

"Are the clothes ready?"

"Yes, the crew helped me borrow... a purple strapless dress."

"Wear it and let me see?"

(Rolls eyes) ...No.

"Then I'll just watch it on the red carpet tomorrow?"

"..."

"Don't worry, no one will notice if you walk properly or not; they'll just stare at your face."

"……real?"

"Seriously, the moment you stand there, the camera will automatically follow you."

"But I... am just a newcomer, nobody knows me."

"You may not know me now, but everyone will remember me after tomorrow."

"..."

"Chen Duling".

"Ok?"

"One day, your brilliance on the red carpet will be unstoppable."

The light from the phone screen shone on Chen Duling's face. She pursed her lips and her fingers curled slightly.

"……Thanks."

"Go to sleep, see you tomorrow."

"……See you tomorrow."

She put down her phone, looked out the window at the night view of Yanjing, and her heartbeat finally calmed down.

……

2015年4月16日，第五届燕京国际电影节盛大启幕，这场电影界的年度盛会将持续至4月23日。

A total of 9 days!
The main venue is located at the China Film Digital Production Base in the HR area.

The main events, including the red carpet, opening ceremony, forum, and film market, are all held here.

Jiang Ye's company is located in the Yingchuang Space Building, 500 meters from the main venue, an 8-minute walk away.

This film festival also features multiple sub-venues, including Yangsong Film and Television City, Dingxiu Meiquan Town, and Yancheng Ancient Street. In addition, 31 cinemas in the city center serve as screening venues, allowing more audiences to participate in this cinematic feast.

The film festival attracted 930 films from 90 countries and regions to participate in the "Tiantan Award" main competition, and 1524 films from 103 countries and regions participated in the "Yanjing Screening". In the end, 360 films of different styles stood out, including many award-winning films from internationally renowned film festivals and 80% of foreign films that were showing on the mainland screen for the first time, bringing the audience a cinematic adventure that transcends national borders.

In the morning, various forums and seminars kicked off, with filmmakers engaging in heated discussions on topics such as industry development and creative experiences, sparking a constant exchange of ideas.

The much-anticipated opening ceremony red carpet show officially began in the evening.

At 4 p.m., outside the China Film Group Corporation base in Huairou, the sunlight was scattered like fragments of gold by the clouds on the horizon, but it could not dampen the already boiling heat of the scene.

Outside the barriers on both sides of the red carpet, a dense crowd of media and fans holding cameras, posters, and support signs formed a surging wave, turning the long red carpet into a dazzling aisle.

The media area was already fully equipped with cameras and microphones. The lenses of DSLR cameras and video cameras were densely packed with cameras aimed at the entrance to the red carpet. The photographers were half-crouching or standing, their fingers hovering over the shutter button, their eyes fixed on the entrance, afraid of missing any moment of a celebrity's appearance.

Every now and then, the "click" of a camera taking a test shot could be heard, mingling with the suppressed cheers of the fans, filling the air with an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement.

The fan area was especially lively.

Fans in the front row held up huge posters of their idols, stretching their arms out as if they wanted to stick the posters on the barriers.

Those in the back row stood on tiptoe, peering through the gaps in the railings, trying to peek forward, occasionally calling out their idol's name.

"Director Zhang Yimou!" "Teacher Gong Li!" "Wow! Wow!"

Others held up glow sticks and light boards, their pre-lit lights twinkling in the crowd like scattered stars.

The hostesses on both sides of the red carpet, dressed in matching white gowns, stood in their designated positions with smiles on their faces, their skirts fluttering gently in the occasional breeze.

Upbeat movie soundtracks played from the speakers not far away, blending with the lively chatter of the crowd to create a vibrant prelude.

Staff members weaved through the crowd, whispering reminders to be careful, their foreheads already beaded with sweat.

The red carpet show, which lasted for several hours, had been building up to a grand atmosphere since the afternoon.

Suddenly, a commotion arose at the entrance, and staff began to guide the crowd. The previously noisy scene quieted down a bit, followed by an even louder cheer.

"I'm coming!"

Someone shouted excitedly, and all the cameras turned to the entrance in a flash, with flashes going off like a sudden rain, casting a flowing patch of light on the red carpet.

At the end of the red carpet, the gold lettering of "The 5th Yanjing International Film Festival" gleamed in the sunlight on the backdrop, awaiting the start of a star-studded extravaganza.

The first to appear was the cast and crew of "Wolf Totem," with director Jean-Jacques Annaud and stars Feng Shaofeng and Dou Xiao. The film had just broken box office records for Chinese art films, so the media's focus was naturally on them.

Next up was Wu Jing from "Wolf Warrior," dressed in a sharp suit, exuding a tough-guy aura that elicited screams from fans.

Next up were the main cast of "The Dead End," Deng Chao, Duan Yihong, and Guo Tao, walking side by side, all in black suits with cool expressions, exuding a powerful aura.

When the host announced the cast of "The Left Ear," the cheers from the audience suddenly rose.

This directorial debut by Alec Su has garnered significant attention since filming began.

Alec Su walked the red carpet first, smiling and waving, followed by Ou Hao, Ma Sichun, Hu Xia, Guan Xiaotong...

The last to appear was the female lead, Chen Duling.

She wore a deep purple strapless gown, the skirt flowing like water, which made her skin look as white as snow.

Her long, jet-black hair was slightly curled and fell over her shoulders. Her makeup was light yet exquisite, with only a touch of rosy red on her lips.

She walked rather slowly, her fingers unconsciously gripping the hem of her dress, her eyes clear yet tinged with nervousness; this was her first time walking the red carpet.

However, when she stood in front of the media area and slightly raised her head, all the cameras instantly focused on her.

"Chen Duling! Look this way!"

"Left! Left!"

As the flashes of light rained down, Chen Duling felt her heart pounding so hard it felt like it was about to burst out of her chest.

She instinctively wanted to lower her head to avoid the glaring light, and her fingers unconsciously tightened around the thin fabric of her skirt.

Just then, a familiar figure suddenly came into her view from the front row of the media area.

Jiang Ye was wearing a simple white T-shirt and jeans, with a fluorescent vest that looked like it belonged to a film festival volunteer, which he wore in a comical way.

He somehow managed to sneak into the media area and was now squeezed among the photographers, occupying a prominent central position.

When he saw her looking over, he immediately grinned and flashed his signature bright smile, even making an exaggerated "V" sign.

In that instant, all the tension vanished.

Chen Duling felt a warm current welling up from the bottom of her heart, and the corners of her mouth unconsciously turned up.

She tilted her head slightly and winked gently in his direction.

Look this way!

"Please turn to your left!"

The photographers' shouts rose and fell, but she was no longer flustered.

She turned gracefully, her skirt tracing a beautiful arc, every movement natural and fluid.

Because out of the corner of my eye, I could see that the boy in the fluorescent vest standing there, silently mouthing, "So beautiful!"

As the crew of "The Left Ear" walked toward the autograph board, Chen Duling quietly turned around.

Jiang Ye had already taken off his volunteer vest and was taking pictures of her with his phone.

When she turned around, he immediately made a face, which almost made her burst out laughing.

That brat!
She seems less nervous now!
Because in the sea of ​​people, there is always a gaze that lingers only on her.

(End of this chapter)