I am a historical film director in the entertainment industry.

Master Han couldn't care less about Xu Xiaozhong's departure, because he had more important things to do.

Tonight, Chinese-language films shone brightly at the Venice Film Festival, winning numerous awards. This is extremely important for Chinese-language films, and Han Sanye must seize this opportunity to promote them.

"Notify everyone to attend a meeting and have someone draft a press release to promote tonight's Venice Film Festival and let the whole country know that Chinese cinema has risen to prominence."

Master Han instructed his assistant, and then immediately convened a meeting with the people from China Film Group to discuss how to use this opportunity to promote Chinese films.

This is a very rare opportunity; if we miss it, we may never have another chance like it.

At the Venice Film Festival, one of the three major European film festivals, Chinese films swept all the major awards except for Best Actor and the Grand Jury Prize.

If we don't seize such a great publicity opportunity, Master Han will probably regret it to death.

Huayi Company.

Both Li Shuangbing and Li Xue stood up in shock.

How can it be?

Two Golden Lion Awards, both won by Chinese-language films, is unprecedented in the Chinese film industry.

Was this year's Venice Film Festival bought off by the Chinese film industry?
This is outrageous.

"Sister, it seems we need to pay attention not only to Cheng Sheng, but also to director Jia Zhangke," Li Xue said.

“Jia Zhangke isn’t in a hurry. It’s too risky to participate in his movie. There’s a risk of being blacklisted.” Li Shuangbing shook his head.

Chia Chang-ko is a well-known director in the industry, and Li Shuang-bing knows him to some extent, knowing that he always crosses the line when making films.

The other party isn't afraid of being blacklisted because she's a director, but if an actress were blacklisted, her career would be over.

"By the way, little sister, has there been any news from Fan Yaojing lately?" Li Shuangbing suddenly asked.

The "Fan Fairy" she mentioned was Fan Shuangbing.

Previously, Fan Shuangbing did not leave for Huayi with Wang Jinhua; they were competitors, and the two fought tooth and nail for the title of "Huayi's Number One Actress."

They maintain a sisterly relationship on the surface, but secretly they are fiercely at odds.

During that period, the traditional "Four Dan Actresses" were Zhang Ziyi, Zhou Xun, Zhao Liying, and Xu Jinglei, while she and Fan Bingbing were known as the "Double Bing".

The two also began a seven-year-long battle for the title of "Huayi's Number One Actress".

Although Fan Shuangbing brought in more advertising revenue for Huayi than she did, she maintained an advantage in company competition thanks to her relationship with Xiao Wang.

He even did some small business with the two bosses, Wang and Wang.

As for why the two kings always favored her.

The main thing is that she knows how to have fun and knows how to get into the boss's bed.

Secondly, Fan Yaojing gives the impression of being the kind of person who, once she's grown up and has time to fly away, is impossible to confide in.

In addition, Fan Shuangbing did not get along very well with other colleagues at Huayi Brothers, and often missed social events among colleagues.

Therefore, Fan Yaojing only switched jobs with her "godmother" Wang Jinhua after realizing she couldn't compete with her.

Although Fan Bingbing left and the title of Huayi's top female star fell to her, Li Shuangbing will not ignore that woman after so many years of feuding between the two.

Moreover, the media often compares their careers, so if she doesn't want to be overshadowed by Fan Shuangbing, she needs to outperform her.

"I heard she's taken on a TV series related to the Investiture of the Gods, and she's even playing the female lead, Daji." As a future top agent, Li Xue is also keeping an eye on her sister's rival, Fan Shuangbing's, news.

"Investiture of the Gods! A TV series like that is not easy to film," Li Shuangbing said, frowning.

She actually knew a little about the TV series, but she preferred the film industry and didn't care much about the television industry.

Even so, in her opinion, if a TV series like "Investiture of the Gods" is not made well, it will be criticized, and even if it is made well, it will not bring any benefits.

After all, with the 90 version of "Investiture of the Gods" as a comparison, it's hard to imagine any other version surpassing it.

The 90 TV series "Investiture of the Gods" is a classic among classics. It faithfully reproduced many plots and characters from the original novel, leaving a deep impression on the audience.

Fu Yiwei's portrayal of Daji made her a goddess in the hearts of a generation.

Although the special effects and production quality of this show may seem outdated by today's standards, its classic status and audience base are unshakable.

Fan Shuangbing's portrayal of Daji, aiming to surpass the 90 version, is, in Li Shuangbing's view, simply impossible.

"By the way, sis, it seems Fan Shuangbing has been invited to attend the 3rd 'Esquire' awards ceremony," Li Xue said.

Esquire is a men's fashion magazine founded in 1996 by China Fashion Media Group. Positioned as a high-end publication, it targets mature men and covers topics such as fashion, people, travel, and psychology and emotions, emphasizing an elite perspective and gentlemanly values.

If this were a Chinese fashion magazine, it wouldn't be a problem, since no matter how influential it is, it's only influential domestically.

However, Esquire has an international background, as the magazine collaborates with Hearst Corporation of the United States, so it can be said that the magazine is also geared towards the international market.

Fan Shuangbing's invitation to the Esquire Awards ceremony means that her fame may be gaining international recognition.

"Any other news?"

Li Shuangbing asked.

She wanted to know everything about Fan Shuangbing, because as the saying goes, "Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will win every battle."

"And I also participated in charity events..."

Li Xue thought for a moment and then recounted Fan Shuangbing's recent activities one by one.

“By the way, sister, when Cheng Sheng was filming ‘Ten Red Army Soldiers,’ Fan Shuangbing visited the set. Could she…” Li Xue hesitated before speaking, not voicing her guess.

"You mean Fan Yaojing and Cheng Sheng have gotten together?" Li Shuangbing asked, frowning.

“She stayed on set for several days, and the media reported on her rumored relationship with Cheng Sheng, but we don’t know if it’s true or not,” Li Xue said.

“Don’t believe everything you hear, but we still need to be careful. Sis, when Director Cheng comes back from Venice, find an opportunity to meet with him and tell him I want to work with him, for free.” Li Shuangbing said with a smirk.

Given her current status, acting for free is definitely giving the other party a lot of face, and she doesn't believe Cheng Sheng won't take the bait.

“Okay.” Li Xue nodded.

Although the loss of acting for free is huge, if I can take this opportunity to get involved with Cheng Sheng, I'd be willing to pay him to do it.

"Little sister, please post a congratulatory message for Cheng Sheng's award online right now. Oh, and also Director Ning, Director Jia, and Zeng Li," Li Shuangbing said.

"Okay, I'll do it right away."

As Li Xue spoke, she went to the computer and used Li Shuangbing's account to post a message congratulating Cheng Sheng and others on winning the award.

Li Shuangbing wasn't the only one to post online congratulations to Cheng Sheng and others on their awards; it's fair to say that half of the entertainment industry in China congratulated them immediately. (End of Chapter)