I'm the director, I'm not bad

Chapter 1115. The Heyday
"..."

"..."

"..."

Everyone, including Liang Bingning herself, was speechless after seeing this scene.

There is no emotion of shock or impact.

It's just simple, there is a feeling spreading in my heart.

good looking.

So lovely.

The simplest words concretize the truest feelings at this moment.

In fact, ever since mankind’s great invention of beauty cameras and software came out, many people have discovered that…beauties on the Internet are like dog urine moss after rain, suddenly appearing in greater numbers.

Oh yeah, and plastic surgery.

It seems that there are more and more beauties.

There are even some anchors and internet celebrities who look better looking than some stars.

Also more refined.

But… Whether it’s the entertainment industry or people who know the industry, everyone knows this phenomenon. It’s useless to just look good in front of the camera. If you really have the talent, let’s meet offline.

Offline, celebrities who can appear in movies and TV series are still the ones at the forefront of human aesthetics.

Internet celebrities and the like are simply not good enough.

Even in these industries that represent the pinnacle of human beauty, there are also different levels.

Everyone knows who is good-looking and who is average.

What's more, aesthetics has never been something that can be concretized.

It is a natural preference based on a personal perspective.

Just like some people like mature women and some people like loli.

However, it must be admitted that some beauty can transcend these personal preferences.

To put it bluntly, for these "beauties" regardless of gender, your beauty being accepted by your audience is just the most basic thing.

It is also the lowest threshold in this industry.

And the higher you go, it’s like conquering another country.

The only way is to use your own beauty to conquer those who are not your audience.

And, the more, the better.

The more people you conquer, the more popular you become.

The greater the fame.

Regardless of whether anyone can do this, at this moment, whether it is Xu Xin or others, everyone looking at Liang Bingning in the picture has been conquered at this moment.

No matter whether she is the so-called white moonlight of many people or a fairy-like woman.

Or is it the blind man who wishes he was born without emotions and desires, who only eats vegetarian food and chants Buddhist scriptures...

Or maybe I always feel that I just have a different audience than my aunt, but I am also a martial arts champion like Su Daji who is a disaster to the country and the people...

Everyone is the same.

Everyone is the same.

The man watched intently.

The woman felt inferior to him.

Born in 81, this year, the 33-year-old woman used this 11-second video to tell everyone:

“Why is no one mentioning the Four Dans and the Two Bings anymore?”

"Why is it again... now everyone calls her "Master"?"

the reason is simple.

Her beauty appeals to both men and women.

Confusing right and wrong.

Of course… maybe the real person didn’t do that.

But in this 11-second shot, Xu Xin somehow came up with the idea for the shot that day.

She did it.

How to describe it?

No, it's indescribable.

She played the role of Wu Zetian in Xi'an's City That Never Sleeps. Many people praised her for her masculine looks and said she was the most suitable person to play Wu Zetian.

She shot a series of men's clothing-style advertisements for Nokia, and the title "Ye" was born, and no one thought it was inappropriate.

Even though she just starred in a bad movie, the audience still believed that there was nothing wrong with the Berlin Film Queen's acting skills, and the problem was with the director and the leading actor...

Sometimes, it seems that God is just so unfair.

At this moment, everyone gathered in front of the screen truly felt this unfairness.

So much so that everyone was speechless.

until……

"Sister, that's great. Let's take two more shots and choose the best one."

"Uh……"

Liang Bingning seemed to be shocked by herself, and she came back to her senses along with everyone else.

then……

Everyone stepped aside in unison, leaving space for the director and actors.

On the side, the white moonlight of countless people whispered to the white moonlight of countless blind people:

"I have never been more beautiful than anyone in my life."

"..."

Blind Sister nodded silently.

indeed.

Although she is usually called a pig or Fatty Fairy in jokes...

But to be honest, my friend's beauty is the best in the world.

but……

"Uncle Xu is really amazing."

She couldn't help but murmur.

"..."

Liu Yifei's mouth twitched.

The first thing he looked at was Yang Mi who was in a daze beside him.

After making sure that Mimi didn't notice, she felt relieved.

Fortunately, you were quiet, otherwise Mimi would hit you. With my weak arms and legs, I can only block three of her attacks at most. As for the rest, you, cousin, will have to fend for yourself.

As a sister, I have done my best.

You can't let me fill my life in it, right?

but……

Liu Yifei's gaze once again fell on Liang Bingning who was posing.

Yes.

Uncle Xu...is really awesome.

What is the charm of this man who always speaks in a rustic-sounding northern Shaanxi dialect but treats people and things in an impeccable manner?
Can you subdue such a great Bodhisattva?

What kind of supernatural power does this require?

tsk...

……

"…Just these two parts, the raising of the hand and the blinking, these two groups."

The time is approaching 1 o'clock.

Xu Xin finally selected two groups from the seven or eight groups of videos shot by Aunt Liang.

Lin Li was stunned:
"Director Xu, two groups?"

“…Yes, two groups.”

Xu Xin hesitated for a moment, but finally nodded firmly:
"Tell them in the post-production stage to repair it well and pay more attention."

“…Okay, I understand.”

Lin Li responded.

After watching Xu Xin and a group of people leave, he walked to the monitor and watched the clips again in their entirety.

"Director Lin, shall we accept it?"

He glanced at the photography assistant and nodded:
"receive."

Then he turned off the monitor.

With his eyes slightly closed, he recalled the stunning scene, and when he opened his eyes again, he couldn't help but reveal a look of recognition.

According to the regulations, each artist has one group.

There's no other way. There are too many people coming. There are quite a lot of celebrities from all over the world today. Time is limited, so everyone comes to shoot in different time periods and batches.

Just give one person to one group.

But Liang Bingning...

Definitely worth two sets.

There is no problem at all.

……

We had a simple meal at noon.

Xu Xin starts work at 4 o'clock in the afternoon.

His job today is actually very simple. He just needs to stand in front of the monitor and take the most suitable films for the guests.

But because there were so many people, if they were all concentrated in the half hour on the red carpet, it would be impossible to finish shooting.

Therefore, the guests were divided into groups internally in advance.

Divided by status and popularity.

The less famous you are, the earlier you will come.

So he is still very busy today, so he naturally can't eat too much.

But because it ended late, from the time everyone left, entered the restaurant to get their food, and then finished eating, it was almost 3 o'clock.

So, everyone separated.

A group of people went back to the hotel to wait for the car to pick them up, and to rest for the awards ceremony in the evening. Xu Xin, on the other hand, planned to go back to the Olympic Sports Center directly.

He is not only the director, but also the vice president. Although he is not necessary to be at the event... he still has to keep an eye on it.

The dinner party ended and everyone went home.

Xu Xin was standing in front of the trash can at the entrance of the hotel smoking.

It’s not that I’m waiting for anyone, it’s just the mentality of smoking a cigarette after dinner and getting in the car after finishing it.

Among this group of people, only he and Wang Sicong smoked.

After the two of them lit a cigarette for each other, they didn't talk much and just planned to leave after smoking.

Others also got on the bus one after another.

However... Wang Sicong soon realized something was wrong.

Liang Bingning, who still had makeup on her face but had changed into ordinary clothes, was standing about three steps away from the two of them.

There was no assistant around, and he didn't even talk about getting in the car.

It seems like he is waiting for someone.

Normally, he might not think much about it.

But until he saw his wife sticking her lips out at him.

He then realized... maybe he had to "leave".

So he took a long puff of his cigarette and threw the butt into the trash can:
"I'm leaving."

"Ah."

Xu Xin responded and watched his friend's business car leave.

Then...he saw with his own eyes that his wife's business car also drove away.

The kind that doesn't even stop.

In just a blink of an eye, only his Audi and Liang Bingning's Alfa were left at the hotel entrance.

Then...they both fell silent.

It was a very strange silence.

Xu Xin was smoking and Liang Bingning was in a daze.

Neither of them spoke first in tacit understanding.

until……

Xu Xin's cigarette had already been smoked to the filter tip.

It's time to throw it away.

Because nothing can be sucked out anymore.

But he didn't want to throw it away because he really didn't know what to say at the moment.

But he knew it would be embarrassing if he didn't lose it.

But if you lose it...

Don’t lose it…

But lost...

Don’t lose…

leave……

"I'll take good care of him!"

When the filter of the cigarette began to burn, emitting a smell that was completely different from tobacco, suddenly, Xu Xin heard these words.

He looked up instinctively and saw a pair of eyes filled with seriousness.

And the extremely serious expression in her eyes seemed to disintegrate the graceful and elegant Wu Zetian in the previous shot, turning her into an... innocent child.

Yes, it's naive.

She is innocent, persistent and determined.

"Don't worry, you and I..."

"Aunt~"

Suddenly, Xu Xin interrupted her.

Liang Bingning was stunned at first, then she realized the name Xu Xin was calling her.

In a flash! In less than a second, the blush on her skin had penetrated through the foundation on her face and began to spread...

It's like an acute allergy, not just on the face, but more obvious on the neck...

"!!!..."

Her eyes suddenly widened, her breathing became rapid, and her mind suddenly became confused.

"I...I...ah...no...I..."

Who would have thought?

She had seen countless top girls in the storms and waves, but at this moment, right under Xu Xin's nose, she became anxious, uneasy, and shy little by little...

However, a smile appeared on Xu Xin's face.

He showed off his small white teeth.

It was as if at this moment, he was neither a director nor an adult.

But like a simple child...

Facing the person in front of him, he bared his white teeth and smiled:

"I believe you."

"!!!!!!"

Liang Bingning's eyes widened again.

This time, I was at a loss.

I was totally at a loss as to how to respond.

In fact... she knew that the two of them would have to have this conversation sooner or later.

But she just didn't know how to talk about it.

Or...how to start.

Even though, she knew Xu Xin's attitude after Qingming Festival.

That's the best thing that can be done, it just gives you peace of mind.

Especially after learning about the attitude of "San Jin" towards outsiders when he was a child.

To put it bluntly, not only was Xu Xin avoiding her, she was also avoiding Xu Xin.

But in this dodging, she thought of many excuses. No matter what the situation, she thought of them.

He agrees, he disagrees, his brother agrees, his brother disagrees...

I've thought about it.

But at this moment, all the words that I had thought about day and night fell into silence in the face of the other person's brilliant smile.

She was silent, but Xu Xin was not.

He shook his head and continued:

"It's not just me. Xu Miao and I have also talked about it. I believe in you and my dad, and I feel sorry for my dad and you. So..."

At this point, Xu Xin paused.

Although at this moment the hotel doorman was peeking through the glass door.

There must even be a camera at this door...

But he didn't want to care about it.

Standing up straight, he took a deep breath.

With a serious face, he bowed slightly towards Liang Bingning:
"Dad, I'll leave it to you."

"Hey, don't!"

When he was about to bend down, Liang Bingning stepped forward and supported his shoulders...

"What are you doing...don't...you are like this..."

She wanted to say something else.

But when she saw the bowing man looking up, behind his serious eyes, she suddenly couldn't say anything.

Just following instinct, nodded:

"I promise you!"

After saying that, he seemed to feel that it was not enough, and said seriously:

"I promise!"

"Ah."

Xu Xin stood up straight:
"I believe."

he said with a smile.

The past is gone with the wind.

Whatever the cause, it no longer matters.

He believed.

……

"Sister, Brother Xu gave me..."

Su Meng felt a little distressed after hearing the crackling sound.

After thinking about it, I continued typing:
"Aunt Liang bowed."

Yang Mi replied immediately:

"Can you hear what's being said?"

"I can't hear it. But now they are both laughing."

"okay, I get it."

Su Meng glanced at the driver who was also sitting in the car, looking around.

Just put away the phone.

Soon, the car door was opened.

Xu Xin got in the car and sat in the back seat:

"Let's go to the Olympic Sports Center."

"Brother Xu, water."

Su Meng, who was sitting in the passenger seat, turned around and handed over a bottle of water.

At the same time, he took a look at Xu Xin's expression.

Business as usual.

……

For some things, before making a decision, we will always be hesitant and shaky.

But after talking about it, it seemed like just a trivial matter.

At least that's the case for Xu Xin.

In fact, he is in a good mood at the moment.

In the past, he always had all kinds of thoughts, such as... He occasionally chatted with his father on WeChat, and when he heard him say that he was going to drink with XX in the evening, he would feel a sense of fear.

I was afraid that after my father drank, Brother Hao would be off work and he would be alone at home, and something might happen...

Especially those diseases that come on very quickly, such as cerebral hemorrhage, stroke or myocardial infarction...

He was particularly scared.

Although such thoughts were bad, and every time he thought of them, he always forced himself to quickly shift his thoughts to something else.

But... he was really scared.

I don't know if this counts as being a pessimist.

But inexplicably, he now had a very secure feeling in his heart.

Even though he knew that Aunt Liang would definitely not be with his father every day.

But... I do feel at ease.

I had this feeling from the moment I knew my dad had someone to take care of him. And today, this feeling became a reality.

From then on, someone would give my dad more clothes when it was cold.

It’s hot, so someone fanned my dad.

If you are thirsty, someone will give you water; if you are hungry, someone will give you food.

All of a sudden, he felt at ease.

When you feel down-to-earth, your mood will naturally improve.

Before going to work, he called Xu Miao.

He was beaten behind someone’s back.

Apart from the two brothers, no one else would know what they talked about.

After coming back from a nearly ten-minute phone call, Xu Xin discovered that the actors had already arrived, all in full makeup.

The actors who had only received a notice to bring their makeup and clothes for the photo shoot during this time period were a little puzzled at first, especially after hearing that Director Xu would be there too, many of them felt a little uneasy.

But when they saw Director Xu returning with a smile on his face for some reason, they felt at ease.

Director Xu's smiling face shows that he is in a good mood.

Although I don’t know what to shoot...but I can take this opportunity to get closer to her.

Film festivals are secondary.

Being able to connect with Director Xu, wouldn’t success be just around the corner?

So, a man has feelings and a woman has intentions.

What else is there to say?

Director Xu can shoot it however he wants, and it’s even better if he takes off his clothes!

Let Director Xu see our professionalism!

……

It was around 4:10 when the first group of people finished.

"Goodbye, Director Xu."

"OK Bye Bye."

Xu Xin didn't care where these people were going next, because the second group of people arrived one after another.

And he soon saw a surprising person...or child among the second group of people.

"Hey, Brother Xu."

"Ah."

Looking at Shaobing, whose muscles were barely covered by his suit, Xu Xin nodded.

Then his eyes turned to the stranger who followed him.

"Da Lin?"

He asked uncertainly.

"Hey, Brother Xu."

Guo Qilin, who was also wearing a small suit and looked stylish and handsome, nodded respectfully and greeted him.

"you……"

Xu Xin blinked in surprise.

Shaobing on the side was also happy:
"Hey, Brother Xu, big change, right?"

"..."

Xu Xin was speechless.

Not only is he bigger...he's like a completely different person.

How can this be Guo Qilin?
He remembers the previous Guo Qilin clearly.

He wore black-framed glasses and had a crew cut with low hair in the front and high hair in the back. He had a lot of flesh on his face and neck. Especially when he smiled, his eyes were squeezed by the flesh and could not be seen.

But now?

Good guy.

He has the kind of shota-like hairstyle that is very popular this year, a small face, thin arms and legs... and I don't know if he wears colored contact lenses or has had surgery for his myopia, he even took off his glasses.

All of a sudden, her appearance improved.

It's like a completely different person!

Now he is like a sunny and gentle boy next door.

He couldn't help but ask:

"Dalin, how much weight have you lost?"

"This morning I weighed 130 pounds, I lost 74 pounds."

"...When you were at your fattest, you were over 200?"

"Hey, yeah."

Seeing Guo Qilin's somewhat embarrassed and shy expression, Xu Xin looked him up and down again, then patted him on the shoulder vigorously:

"Well, good boy! Very good!"

Upon hearing this, Shaobing next to him was unhappy:
"Brother Xu, you didn't praise me like this when I lost weight, did you?"

"Fuck off!"

Xu Xin rolled his eyes.

What's the point of taking credit for this thing?

But...it's true.

Whether it’s Xiaobing or Dalin.

It's true that boys change a lot as they grow older. They become more and more handsome.

It's changed a lot.

……

"Are you two going?"

After taking slow-motion shots of the two of them, it was time for the next group of guests. Seeing these two were still there, Xu Xin asked in confusion.

Shaobing shook his head:

"No, I'll help you."

As soon as Xu Xin heard what these two kids were up to, he said with a smile:
"Okay, get out of here. I think you two are amateurs even though you two are helping me. Go away and don't stay here."

"We'll just stay here and promise not to cause any trouble!"

"That's...ok."

Xu Xin thought about it and felt that this was indeed a good opportunity for the two children.

Although everyone in the circle knows about the relationship between Shaobing and Yang Mi... there is nothing wrong with expanding this occasion.

So he nodded:
"Then pay attention and sit down. You still have to walk on the red carpet soon, and your pants can't be shapeless."

"Eh."

The two of them obediently stepped aside and chose to stand with Su Meng.

"Sister Su Meng, we are here to be your assistants~"

Before Su Meng could say anything, Xu Xin said without even turning his head:
"Meng Meng, be polite to Teacher Dalin and ask him to teach you how to lose weight. You're almost like a ball!"

"..."

Su Meng's mouth twitched...

d(｀ωd*)!

Then, the guests present noticed one thing.

That was Shaobing from Deyun Society, and he and another somewhat unfamiliar child followed Director Xu around when he was busy.

The speaker may not mean it, but the listener may take it seriously. Many people have some thoughts in their minds.

When Guo Qilin went to the toilet, he found several more WeChat accounts on his phone...

You see, this world is sometimes so realistic.

In today's situation, his father's identity is of no use at all.

Not even as prestigious as his master.

But the biggest face comes from Xu Xin.

There's nothing wrong with it.

……

People come in groups and leave in groups.

At 6: in the evening, the red carpet event officially began.

Xu Xin finally stretched his body, ate a quick meal, changed into the red carpet clothes he would wear with the leaders, and stood in front of the camera again.

Soon, the guests arrived one after another.

The situation on Xu Xin's side became increasingly lively.

At 7:, he saw his wife, friends and others.

Everyone just said hello and then went about their own business.

Just as Yang Mi and others left, Feng Xiaogang and others walked in.

Xu Xin exchanged greetings again, and then several people stood in front of the camera according to Xu Xin's arrangements.

There were a few buzzing sounds, accompanied by the flash effects on both sides. After Feng Xiaogang finished taking the photos, he walked curiously to Xu Xin.

He wanted to see what Xu Xin would shoot.

After all...he had never used a robotic arm before.

And after watching it...

Feng Xiaogang blinked and nodded to Xu Xin:

“This lens has a really great texture.”

Never mind whether it's true or false.

Xu Xin smiled slightly:
"Your compliment makes me feel relieved."

Next, it was Zhang Yimou's turn.

But he didn't praise him, he just reminded Xu Xin:
"Pay more attention to contrast and saturation. The background can be adjusted darker to make the person brighter."

"Got it."

Xu Xin nodded.

At 7:45, Xu Xin ended the operation of the robotic arm which had been running for a whole day, said hello to Lin Li who looked exhausted, and left the venue directly.

Soon he joined a group of leaders who had just come out of the lounge.

He walked onto the red carpet in a suit and tie.

While walking on the red carpet, Xu Xin heard the senior leader in front of him say:
"Thank you all for your hard work. The Silk Road Film Festival is very well organized."

It’s just such a simple sentence.

But it made everyone happy.

The reason is simple, but what it represents is huge.

In the crowd, Xu Xin smiled slightly.

In fact, he was already very tired at this moment and no longer wanted to think about the meaning behind this sentence.

He just looked around and breathed a sigh of relief under the flashing lights of a group of reporters.

Yes.

It was a really good film festival.

Things will definitely get better in the future, right?

Looking at the stars.

Maybe it’s because of the lighting, it just feels dark and there’s nothing bright.

But in his eyes, the starry sky was shining brightly.

……

The list of winners of the 4th Silk Road Film Festival did not actually cause any controversy.

As Zhang Yimou's return to his original intention, the quality of "Coming Home" almost crushed a number of Chinese-language films and won the Best Picture award without surprise.

Moreover, a female lead was also brought out.

Gong Li became the fourth actress to win the Golden Ribbon Award.

The Iranian film "Taxi" won the Jury Prize.

Although this "candid" movie has no techniques or plot to speak of, it truly allows the outside audience to see the voices of ordinary people at the bottom of Iran.

In the story where the director pretends to be a taxi driver to chat and drive with ordinary people, the views of every Iranian citizen are seen by the world through this movie.

There is no technology or script or anything like that.

But it is precisely because there is no sincerity beyond the staged shots that this film makes people feel empathetic.

Especially the audience in China.

They seemed particularly empathetic to the film.

So it deservedly won the Jury Prize.

The Best Actor award went to Sir Tom Courtenay, who played Jeff in "45 Years", which was a big hit at this year's film festival.

Yes, this old man is a real knight, who was knighted in 2000.

And he also came to the scene in person.

The Best Director award went to Russian director Andrei Konchalovsky for his film "White Nights of the Postman."

In fact, the information we got from Xu Xin was that the difference between "The Postman" and the Chinese movie "Lost and Love" was only 0.5 votes.

But... the winner is the king and the loser is the bandit, there is nothing much to say.

In fact, in his opinion, this year's awards are really not important.

Because, after the Silk Road Film Festival became international, it really brought more "international vision" to the Chinese audience.

It turns out that movies are not just Hollywood blockbusters, there are also films that can make people calm down and watch and think.

This kind of discussion never stopped throughout the Silk Road Film Festival.

But no matter what, awards are given one after another, and the winning films deserve the honor.

Finally, Qi Lei, chairman of the executive committee, came to the stage and announced a number.

The total transaction volume of the venture capital conference at this Silk Road Film Festival was 34 billion.

When the number 34.7, with the unit of " million", lit up on the big screen...

There was a huge wave of emotion in everyone's heart.

offstage.

Xu Xin, dressed in a suit and tie, straightened his clothes, stood up first and started applauding.

He stood up first, and the others stood up later.

Then...

Thunderous applause surged in all directions.

Everyone realized one thing.

It belongs to the Northwest circle... No, it belongs to the heyday of Chinese-language films, I'm afraid...

coming soon!
(End of this chapter)