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Chapter 156 Director Qin's Invitation from the Civil Affairs Bureau (Please subscribe and vote!)
In an interview with CCTV, Song Hao mentioned that there are no representative works in the current animation industry.

So he created "Those Years, Those Things".

This statement was also ridiculed by the chairman of a comic book production company.

He stated directly and publicly: "I disagree."

This also led to a debate between the two groups of viewers.

On one side are the fan groups who support Song Hao's "Those Years, Those Things".

On one hand, some believe that "Naruto" and "One Piece" are the true representative works of anime.

However, these two types of works are not comparable.

They all, to varying degrees, embody certain values ​​in their works.

However, "Those Years, Those Things" is a unique embodiment of Chinese values.

This topic has been discussed for several days.

The two sides were deadlocked.

No one can convince anyone else.

at this time.

CCTV has released a list of 100 recommended films and television series from recent years.

Being included in this list proves that, in the official view, this work is valuable.

To everyone's surprise, Song Hao had many films selected among the top 100 recommended films and television works.

These include films such as "Desperate Gamble," "Operation Mekong," "Dying to Survive," "The Bravest," and "In the Name of the People."

It's no surprise that this series of 100 recommended films and television shows was selected.

But what was unexpected was that "Those Years, Those Things" was among the hundred works!
This is the only animated work among the hundreds of film and television works.

CCTV's direct intervention brought an end to the debate between the two groups.

It's worth noting that CCTV had never paid such attention to an animated work before.

Even when some excellent domestic animations emerge, they are merely praised and promoted in articles.

Currently, CCTV has not even issued a statement expressing its stance.

Instead, they directly included "Those Years, Those Things" in the list of 100 recommended film and television works.

This silent support clearly tells everyone that "Those Years, Those Things" is currently the representative work of Chinese animation!
Perhaps this is the official outcome.

The chairman who had previously made sarcastic remarks no longer dared to publicly express his opinion.

He also retweeted a Weibo post recommending 100 films and television shows.

This has led to many netizens making jokes about it.

"Hahaha, Old Wang chickened out."

"That's how it is. Anyone can talk a good game, right? ヽ(￣д￣;)ノ"

"He doesn't dare to utter a word now. If he dares to say another word, the authorities will take action against him later."

"Hahaha, he just said he disagreed. He doesn't like it. Who needs to get his consent? He disagrees!"

This debate about representative works of anime seems to have come to an end.

at the same time.

Song Hao also received an invitation from the Cannes Film Festival.

Ocean Heaven has indeed been shortlisted for the main competition.

This is one of the few films from China to be featured in the main competition in recent years.

As a film about autism, Ocean Heaven has also received unanimous praise from the Cannes Film Festival organizing committee.

Therefore, it has been nominated for "Best Film" and "Best Screenplay".

However, at the Cannes Film Festival, it is generally unlikely that a single film will win more than two awards.

A film can only win one award; this is an unwritten rule, the purpose of which is to ensure that the awards are distributed evenly and that the pie is divided among the winners.

Therefore, Song Hao did not have excessive expectations for how many awards "Ocean Heaven" would win.

Winning the "Best Screenplay" award would be quite an achievement.

Besides, how could the "Best Film Award" at the Cannes Film Festival possibly go to a Chinese film?

As long as I haven't reached the point where I can attract worldwide attention, then this "Best Film Award" will always be a long way off.

But Song Hao wasn't in a hurry.

He believes that one day he will be able to win all the awards at the three major film festivals.

Soon, as time went by.

The Cannes International Film Festival has been invited to participate in more than 300 films of various types from all over the world.

Of these, 26 films were shortlisted for the main competition.

Subsequently, the organizing committee provided a list of shortlisted films.

As one of the three major international film festivals, the Cannes Film Festival naturally attracts the attention of countless people.

This also includes Chinese movie fans.

Although they knew that these international film festival awards would be very difficult for domestic films to win, they were aware of the challenges they faced.

But they still hope that one day, Chinese films will appear on the list of award winners.

Meanwhile, mainland media outlets are carefully examining the list of nominated films.

They wanted to see if there were any films from China this year.

It's worth noting that none of the major directors have released new works this year, with Song Hao being the only one to stand out.

However, Song Hao is only a director who has been in the industry for two and a half years.

Is he eligible to be on the Cannes Film Festival shortlist?

However, they did find a familiar name on the shortlist.

Song Hao!!!

Song Hao's film "Ocean Heaven" has been nominated for both "Best Screenplay" and "Best Film".

The media went crazy.

They had considered Song Hao before.

However, he is still a young director, and most of his previous films were patriotic films related to China.

Moreover, the only movies filmed this year are "The Captain" and "Ocean Heaven".

Although "The Captain" successfully broke the box office record of "Dying to Survive".

It has become Song Hao's highest-grossing film to date.

However, since this is based on a true story in China, it is highly unlikely that it will be selected for the Cannes Film Festival.

However, to everyone's surprise...

Ocean Heaven has been nominated.

A public service film with zero box office revenue was shortlisted for the main competition of an international film festival.

It's important to know that the influence of the three major European international film festivals in China at this stage is no joke!

Thanks to the hard work of the fourth and fifth generation of directors, the three major European directors now have a greater influence in China than Hollywood!

Moreover, influential mainland directors must attend the award ceremonies of the three major film festivals to be considered as top directors in China!
Now that Song Hao has been nominated for the main competition at the Cannes Film Festival, combined with his high box office performance in China, his current status may really be about to change.

After all, many people had previously mocked Song Hao, saying he was only suitable for high box office returns, not for awards.

Immediately, the media went into a frenzy of publicity. This was because Song Hao was the only Chinese director nominated this year.

Song Hao has been nominated for the Cannes Film Festival!!

[Ocean Heaven Nominated for Cannes Film Festival Awards]

Only one Chinese film was selected for the Cannes Film Festival this year!

After these news reports came out, netizens went crazy!!
This year, none of China's top directors have produced any good films.

Many netizens even feel that this year, the Chinese Film Festival has little hope of becoming an international film festival.

But unexpectedly, Song Hao became the hope of the entire village.

The fans were very happy.

They all left comments in Song Hao's Weibo comment section.

"Director Song, you're awesome."

"Even if you don't win an award in the end, it's already a great achievement for Chinese cinema."

"Over the past year, only your films have been able to sell well. Other directors seem to have disappeared, either failing to make box office hits or producing terrible films."

"Ocean Heaven is truly a great movie! I'm not surprised at all that it was nominated for an international film festival!!"

With everyone's encouragement, Song Hao responded to the matter for the first time.

[I hope I can bring you my first award in the main competition section of an international film festival!]

"Okay, good job!"

"I support you!!"

"I hope you win the award and give them a good slap in the face!!"

"Keep it up, Director Song! (_)"

In the following period, Song Hao was preparing for his work arrangements at the Cannes Film Festival.

After all, this trip will take several days.

"Those Years, Those Things" is currently being updated continuously, so he also instructed Zhang Xianfu to pay close attention to the audience's comments.

Of course, Guoteng Media is now gradually getting back on track.

Specialized departments have specialized personnel.

Unless it's a major issue, most people in the company can handle it.

Song Hao was able to go out and receive the award with peace of mind.

However, the day before he was to leave, Director Chu of the Education Bureau called to ask if he had time to come over, saying that he wanted to introduce him to a department head.

Song Hao naturally dared not be negligent.

He went there immediately.

At this moment, in the Education Bureau's office.

Director Qin of the Civil Affairs Bureau was somewhat uneasy.

"Director Chu, is Director Song able to help me with this?" Director Qin asked worriedly.

Director Chu chuckled and said, "Don't worry, he'll be here soon. You can ask him in a bit."

They were talking.

There was a knock on the office door.

Director Chu laughed: "It seems they've already arrived."

He then responded towards the door, "Please come in."

Song Hao walked in and greeted Director Chu respectfully, "Director Chu, I'm late."

"Not too late, not too late, just right."

As Director Chu spoke, he introduced Director Qin, who was standing next to him: "Come, let me introduce you. This is Director Qin of the Civil Affairs Bureau."

"This is Director Song, whom I often mention to you."

Looking at the handsome young man in front of him, Director Qin sighed, "I thought Director Song looked young when I saw him online, but I didn't expect him to be even more handsome in person."

Song Hao was naturally flattered and quickly said modestly, "Director Qin, you flatter me. I'm already 26 or 27 years old, and I'm approaching 30."

"Look at what you're saying. You're only 26 or 7 years old and you've already made so many well-received movies. That's quite impressive," Director Qin said with a smile.

Seeing this, Director Chu said, "I'm just here to help you two talk. I'll go for a stroll first."

With that, he left.

Song Hao then asked Director Qin, "Director Qin, what brings you here?"

Director Qin first sighed, then explained, "As the saying goes, before adulthood, people spend most of their time on education, but after adulthood, they have many choices."

"For example, work, marriage and having children. In the Chinese concept, it is often said that one should start a family first and then start a career, so marriage is very important."

"The reason I had Director Chu invite you here this time is because of this matter."

Director Qin took out a document and said to Song Hao, "Here, take a look."

"In recent years, the number of marriages in my country has continued to decline, and the age of first marriage is being postponed."

"Take a look at this data."

Song Hao glanced at the document.

Director Qin then explained, "Over the years, many factors have affected marriage rates, such as not being able to find a suitable partner, excessive life pressure, job instability, unreasonable dowries or bride price, etc."

“Looking at the birth population data over the past forty years, after experiencing the highest peak in 1987, my country’s birth population has been declining for many years.”

"In other words, as those born in the late 95s and early 00s enter the marriage and childbearing stage, the number of young people of marriageable age is also declining."

Then, Director Qin paused for a moment, looked at Song Hao and asked, "You seem to be a post-95s generation as well, right?"

Song Hao smiled and nodded: "Yes."

"Are you married then?"

"not yet."

Upon hearing this, Director Qin sighed again: "Look, the marriage rate has dropped even a little bit. Why don't you get married?"

He asked Song Hao, "Why don't you tell me your thoughts? I'd like to understand the thinking of you young people."

Song Hao thought for a moment and replied, "Actually, I just feel quite comfortable being alone. I can eat my fill and not worry about the rest of the family. I can do whatever I want. As for mental comfort, it's nice to play games or ball when I'm bored."

"Yes, there are so many entertainment options now, so couples no longer have the only source of emotional nourishment."

Director Qin then extended an invitation: "That's why I was thinking of coming to see you today, Xiao Song, to ask if we could make a TV series or movie about the beauty of love?"

"The main purpose is to increase the marriage rate, let people rediscover the beauty of love, reduce the constraints of money and distance, and increase the romance that belongs to young people."

Although Song Hao believes that currently, a single TV series or movie may not be able to significantly increase the marriage rate.

After all, factors like mortgage payments, dowry, and employment are the biggest expenses.

But since Director Qin of the Civil Affairs Bureau had personally extended the invitation, he felt embarrassed to refuse.

Finally, Song Hao agreed, saying, "Okay, I'll go back and think about it, and make a film or television work that can showcase the beauty of love."

"Yes, yes, try to bring out the romance elements in the film. I'll leave it to you, Xiao Song." Director Qin was very happy. He believed that with Song Hao's abilities, he could definitely help him solve this big problem.

After leaving the Education Bureau, Song Hao also began to think.

What kind of films and television series should we make about the theme of love?

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