Huayu, can you be called the best actor if you don’t indulge yourself?

Chapter 373 Applause

At this time, the entire "Raging Fire" crew.

It was as if they were in a sea of ​​applause, a feeling that almost suffocated them. Unlike the polite applause at the beginning, this applause was a high recognition of them.

The area where they were in Lumiere Hall was brightly lit.

This attitude.

It was as if they were the center of the world.

The moment the applause rang out, all the anxiety and worry disappeared in an instant.

At this point, all they need to do is enjoy the praise.

Enjoy respect from all over the world.

Liao Qizhi quickly wiped away his tears, held on to the armrest and slowly stood up. Everything that was happening now was exactly what he had dreamed of, to conquer the audience through his performance and then enjoy the happiness that the movie brought him.

Charmaine Sheh had become dizzy and also stood up trembling.

Bright lights.

It makes her look extraordinarily beautiful.

After sniffing, Hong Tianming gritted his teeth and stood up amid thunderous applause, unable to control the silly smile on his face at all.

From playing supporting roles to enjoying glory in Cannes.

this moment.

He felt like he was dreaming.

Yu Dong's eyes were narrowed into a line due to his smile. He was the first to invest in "Raging Fire", and at this moment it seemed to be the wisest investment he made last year, no matter whether he could make the money back or not.

At least now, it is worth a lot.

Ren Dahua maintained a good mentality, as he experienced a similar situation yesterday.

Although today's applause.

More enthusiastic.

Huang Baiming, the Wang brothers and others stood up one after another, and greeted the applause from the audience with the most vigorous state. Although they were only producers, they could also share this honor.

In fact, Guan Xiaotong had no idea what the movie was about, and she had been tortured for the past two hours.

Li Jun either covered his eyes or his ears.

Don’t mention how confused I was!
But even if she didn't know the situation, she realized that her handsome brother's movie was recognized by the audience. Her little face was smiling happily, and at her mother's signal, she nervously pulled up her skirt.

Each of these people was targeted by the on-site camera.

Their expressions at this moment were also projected onto the big screen so that all the audience could see them clearly.

See Xiaomi appear.

The applause at the scene was even more exciting.

At the staff's pat on the shoulder, the photographer moved the camera again and aimed at the guy in a suit sitting in the middle seat, who was also the editor, screenwriter, leading actor and director of the film.

Li Luo took a deep breath and buttoned his clothes steadily.

He stood up slowly.

Then he turned around swiftly and greeted the more than 2,000 audience members with the most appropriate smile.

this moment.

The thunderous applause from the audience reached its peak.

The audience members clapped their hands excitedly, making no effort to hide their love for the movie. The applause went out like waves to the main creators of the crew.

[Conquered Cannes and gained great happiness from the applause]

【Indulge Success】

[Reward: Performance Experience +50]

The fleeting system prompt made the smile on Li Luo's face become extremely bright.

His handsome smile and neat hairstyle are not much different from his image in the movie, and the charm he exudes is even stronger, making the eyes of the foreign girls, who have not yet come out of the movie mood, shine.

Correspondingly, the applause was unusually enthusiastic.

He squinted his eyes.

Zhang Manyu also applauded more vigorously.

The quality of the movie can only be described as above average, but the protagonist's charm is exceptionally outstanding, which definitely adds the finishing touch to the scene where he points the gun at his own head.

The despair in his eyes made her burst into tears.

It can be said that it is the acting skills or the strong emotional appeal that makes the movie even more brilliant.

The main creators of the crew just stood in a row.

Welcome the overwhelming praise.

"Brother Luo."

Unable to suppress her excitement, Charmaine Sheh opened her arms and hugged Li Luo.

However this is just the beginning.

"Arlo."

"Thank you, director."

"Director Li!"

The main creators came forward to hug Li Luo and wiped their tears to applaud him. This is an honor that only a director can enjoy, and his crew members also wanted to thank him for his contributions.

Again, under the leadership of Li Luo, the crew members collectively bowed to the audience from all directions to express their gratitude.

Without the support of the audience, all of this is rootless.

Everything.

They all complement each other.

The lights in the entire Lumiere Hall were all lit up, and amid the applause of the audience, people who felt they had some status or were relatively familiar with the situation quickly gathered towards the location where the main creators were.

They were surrounded in three circles inside and three circles outside.

"plum!"

Kevin Dillon's face flushed with excitement, and he stretched out his hand excitedly: "Great movie, great fight, great performance!!!"

"Thank you."

Li Luo smiled and held his hand.

"Yo~"

Wahlberg also smiled and approached. He waved his arms and high-fived Li Luo. "Dillon is right. Please come to my party later. I'll wait for your call."

"Booze, girls, food, Wahlberg's party won't disappoint you."

"You're not coming to my reception?"

Even though he was facing a top Hollywood actor, Li Luo did not get stage fright. He smiled and extended an invitation to the other party.

“I don’t like that kind of place.”

Wahlberg spoke without mincing words, shrugging his shoulders and backing away.

Li Luo smiled.

There is already an extra business card in the palm of my hand.

After the successful premiere of a film, the producers will hold a thank-you reception as usual. The size of the reception will be determined entirely according to the economic situation. Such receptions are generally business in nature.

The main purpose is to express gratitude to the guests who attended the event and to have an initial contact with the film producers.

It won't last too long and the reception will be relatively formal.

To some people it is boring.

"Hey."

Another greeting sounded, and the man in the baseball cap squeezed in front of Li Luo: "I like your movie, it's awesome, the fighting scene is very creative, but it feels a little restrained."

"If it's handled more crazily, it will be better."

With his hooked nose and big forehead, his unique appearance makes people around him recognize him instantly.

The chaotic congratulations suddenly stopped.

No one expected that Quentin would have such praise for this movie.

"Thank you, Mr. Tarantino."

Li Luo kept smiling and shook hands with the other party.

With their shooting style, the scene would certainly be made more insane, even a blood feast.

But consider the review.

It is impossible for me to shoot like the other person.

After chatting with Quentin for a few words, under the bright lights, extremely bright smiling faces kept appearing in front of him, and various congratulations kept coming.

This is the treatment that only successful people can enjoy, constant praise and applause.

The joy that rises.

He was forcibly pressed down by Li Luo.

This was not his first time in the Lumiere Hall. There had been cases where directors had been booed to the point of collapse during previous movie viewings.

The tragic scene of the audience leaving the venue one after another is still vivid in my mind.

If you feel elated.

That kind of situation will happen to you sooner or later.

The enthusiastic applause did not stop until Li Luo took the microphone from the staff. He cleared his throat and called everyone present "stupid pig", then said loudly in Chinese:
“Thank you Cannes.”

"Thank you to all the guests and fans who came to watch the movie. Thank you for letting me spend a wonderful night."

"I will continue to do my best."

"Thank you!"

The bright beam of light shone directly on him, making him look radiant and dazzling. His every move was filled with extremely confident charm, no less than those famous movie stars.

After he finished speaking, Li Luo put his finger to his lips with a bright smile.

He waved his hand gracefully.

A few blown kisses quickly left the audience behind.

This gesture caused more than just applause from the audience.

The lame "uncle" screams rang out everywhere in the theater, and there were sharp whistles one after another. Monica and Bella blew them particularly vigorously, making it seem like a star-chasing scene.

It's not just movie buffs who are drooling over his look.

Zhang Ziyi also bit her back teeth hard.

I wish I could tear this guy's suit into shreds in a few seconds and then bite the muscles inside hard.

However, holding the vibrating phone in her hand, she sighed frustratedly.

tonight.

It seems there is no chance!
Although they were extremely obsessed with this feeling, the main creators of "Raging Fire" still left the show amid applause from the audience. For many people, just a moment of blooming was enough.

The movie screening ends.

The time came to just after two in the morning.

But that doesn't mean the matter has come to an end. The celebration party for "Raging Fire" has begun in full swing.

No matter they are film critics, journalists, colleagues or organizing committee staff, they have all adapted to this rhythm in which they have lost the concept of time. The darker the night, the more lively the entire seaside town becomes.

On the contrary, it seems deserted in the morning.

The reception scene.

The long table, which was decorated in a very romantic way, was filled with small dishes with unique flavors and exquisite shapes, such as salads, shrimps, and desserts. The waiters were walking around with smiles, holding cocktails and champagne in their hands.

For guests in formal attire to use at their convenience.

In this occasion.

Eating is never the goal.

Entertaining, socializing and even doing business are what we really need to do.

It received applause from the audience in the Lumiere Hall and received praise from relevant practitioners at the cocktail party, although the commercial attributes of "Raging Fire" are more pronounced.

it's fine.

Cannes has a strong commercial nature.

Otherwise, such a huge trading market would not have been formed here.

A film with high commercial value.

It's no surprise that it's so popular.

As the focus of the whole audience, Li Luo gracefully put one hand behind his back, clinked glasses with guests one after another, and also exchanged some creative ideas with film critics.

To be honest, this kind of pretentiousness is more tiring than fighting.

But to sell for money.

Li Luo could only maintain the corresponding manners. The people who came to the cocktail party were not only the media, film critics and colleagues, but also film producers from all over the world. These were the people he focused on dealing with. Under the guidance of Huang Baiming and the translator, he kept greeting them.

However, the expected situation of many people competing to make bids and wanting to buy the copyright at high prices did not occur.

Even Hamdan simply expressed his congratulations politely.

After chatting for a few minutes, he left with a smile.

This scene.

I just can’t figure out how to deal with Li Luo!
“Respectable.”

Under his puzzled gaze, Huang Baiming smiled and took a sip of champagne: "Even if we are doing business, everyone should be respectful. How can we be as noisy as in a vegetable market?"

"You have one million, I have two million."

“Make offers to each other.”

Holding the cup, Huang Baiming looked around with a smile: "Also, they also need to evaluate the value of the film. They won't be stupid enough to rashly make an offer. That would only put them in a passive state."

"Don't worry, based on what we saw just now."

“The trading situation is definitely optimistic!”

"Ah."

After swallowing another mouthful of champagne, he nodded slowly and said, "We just need to keep smiling now. The next day or two will be the time to take on the challenges!"

"All right!"

Li Luo let out a sigh and raised his glass to Bella who was not far away.

Two Italian girls.

I was also invited to the reception.

How should I put it? Of course we should make arrangements when there are benefits, and we should leave the other person with good memories anyway.

The rest of the crew.

He happily accepted the interview from the reporter.

Although the press conference had already been held in the afternoon, reporters obviously wanted to know more at this time. It was also easier to dig up some interesting behind-the-scenes stories when interviewing the actors when they were in a good mood.

"Hi~"

Just then, a soft cry was heard nearby.

"good evening."

Li Luo maintained his standard smile and turned towards the place where the sound came from, holding the champagne.

The two guests in front of me were, as expected, Americans.

the reason is simple.

The American smile is too typical.

A man and a woman both lifted their cheek muscles, and the corners of their mouths turned up, revealing the upper row of teeth. This kind of smile looks very friendly when done by Europeans and Americans.

But if Asians keep smiling like this, they are pretty ABC!

Looks very stiff.

Like a fake smile.

Although Li Luo's smile was brilliant, it still had that reservedness of an Oriental person, not showing his back teeth.

"good evening."

The white man wearing black-framed glasses extended his hand, smiled and nodded, saying, "My name is Wyck Godfrey. Nice to meet you, Mr. Li Luo. Your film is very exciting and your performance is very moving."

"Thank you."

Li Luo smiled slightly.

I've heard these words so many times tonight that I'm almost getting calluses!
"Mr. Lee."

The brown-haired white woman standing next to the man couldn't wait to reach out her hand, her expression extremely excited: "I'm glad to meet you too. Your performance just now was so great that I couldn't help crying."

"correct."

"I'm Stephenie Meyer."

"Ms. Meyer."

Li Luo also smiled and held the other person's hand.

But I couldn't help but wonder in my heart why the other party's behavior was almost the same as that of movie fans. Although the industry insiders had congratulated me before, they didn't show such excitement.

"Feel sorry."

After Stephanie let go of her hand, Wick said hesitantly, “Mr. Li, can we find a more convenient place to talk?”

"no problem."

Li Luo agreed without even thinking about it.

My current self.

A private conversation is needed.

Even if the movie receives a good response, good sales are more important than good publicity. Applause is important, but what you need is real money.

You don't necessarily have to agree to the other party's offer.

But Li Luo now doesn't mind knowing how much the other party is willing to offer.

Nodding to Huang Baiming, Li Luo walked to the corner of the party with a bottle of champagne. The two had communicated privately, so it didn't matter what information others asked or what price they offered.

Always practice Tai Chi first.

He must understand the principle of waiting for the right price.

As the focus of the scene.

Li Luo moved and instantly attracted a lot of people's attention.

Especially the film producers, their puzzled eyes fell on Wick and Stephanie. Although they were very optimistic about the commercial value of this movie, they didn't expect that someone would make up their mind so quickly.

"Feel sorry."

Standing in the corner, Wick looked at the handsome Asian man in front of him. He spoke first according to the agreed words: "Introduce myself again, Wick Godfrey, film producer."

"Stephanie, she's a best-selling author."

Blink.

Li Luo looked at the two guys in front of him blankly.

Producer + best-selling author, it is normal to combine these two identities, but what is abnormal is how they appear in front of me.

"Is such that."

Wick raised his glass to signal that he would arouse Li Luo's interest first: "To be honest, Mr. Li, the movie you just watched was very exciting. Stephanie and I were full of praise for it. You are a very good actor."

"Mr. Li, have you ever considered developing in Hollywood?"

"I'm listening."

Li Luo was stunned for a moment and also raised his glass to gesture.

No matter what the other party's intention is, it doesn't hurt to listen.

Noticing the gazes coming from all directions, the smile on his face became even brighter and he pretended to listen carefully.

"Ah."

Wick swallowed a mouthful of champagne and said in a steady tone: "It's good that Mr. Li is interested. In fact, I want to offer an opportunity here. As I said just now, Ms. Meier is a best-selling author."

“One of her works is about to be adapted into a movie.”

“I’m a producer.”

With a sincere smile, Wick's words were full of temptation: "There is a role in Ms. Meier's work that we think is very suitable for you. We would like to invite you to play it."

"You know that, needless to say."

“It’s extremely difficult for non-white actors to gain a foothold in Hollywood.”

The man with black-framed glasses shrugged and looked at Li Luo intently: "And Ms. Meier's best-selling books have a very wide readership. If she can play that role successfully."

"It will be very helpful for your development. I think you should be able to understand this!"

"How about it?"

"Are you interested in learning more?"

It is extremely difficult for foreign actors to gain a foothold in Hollywood. The mainland film and television industry has the Beijing circle, the Northwest circle, the Shanghai circle, and the Hong Kong circle. Hollywood also has similar circles. Good resources are never accessible to outsiders.

The local first-line actors took up all the good resources first, and those slightly inferior resources were also coveted by countless actors.

There are very few places left for foreign actors.

This life.

Li Luo has some understanding of these things.

Although mainland movie fans always complain that Chinese actors can only play stereotypical action actors in Hollywood, they don’t realize that having an advantageous ecological niche is something that actors from other countries envy.

At the very least, Chinese actors can create a good impression on the public.

As long as you can really play well.

In terms of the market, it exists naturally.

Hollywood.

It is also acceptable.

But actors from other countries have to compete fiercely with those talented actors trained by Hollywood, and the competition is not under fair conditions.

A-listers can only compete with B-listers or C-listers, and they may not be able to win over them!
What the other person means.

Of course Li Luo could understand.

The reason why he wanted to acquire the copyrights of "Empresses in the Harem" and "Love at First Sight" is simply because best-selling books have a huge number of readers behind them. As long as he can play the characters in the original works well, he can easily attract a large number of fans.

Commercial value can also be rapidly improved.

"Thank you, Mr. Godfrey."

Li Luo nodded to show that he understood, and looked at the brown-haired woman with curiosity: "I don't know the name of Ms. Meier's work. It would be great if you could provide the script or the original work."

"You should be able to understand this kind of thing. I have to consider it carefully."

It is certainly a pleasure to be approached by a producer.

But the decision to go into Hollywood.

Must be cautious.

Of course he wants to test the waters in the world's largest film market. If he can operate it well, it will greatly enhance his personal influence and commercial value.

Fang Long, Li Lianjie, Chow Yun-fat and others are very vivid proof of this.

But that's why.

Li Luo had already made up his mind.

Push it!
Hollywood is very cruel, even crueler than the domestic entertainment industry. If a movie fails at the box office, it will be kicked out.

Even someone as strong as Jackie Chan has experienced failures.

The other party failed in his early venture into Hollywood and it took him more than ten years to make a comeback.

If I choose to rush into that market without a good opportunity and my movie fails at the box office, it will be extremely difficult to launch another impact on Hollywood.

It is also extremely difficult to earn those greenbacks.

Even if the producer comes to me, I can't just rush into it without thinking.

What happened to bestsellers?

There are countless examples of failed adaptations!
"Feel sorry."

Stephanie gulped down the champagne and said nervously, "This is something we decided on at the last minute, so we don't have the script or book on hand, but please give me a few more minutes, Mr. Li."

"Let me tell you this story."

"Although it's not the same type of action movie as the one you're good at, please believe that we have the confidence to make this movie a success."

Of course Stephanie knew what Li Luo was worried about, and this was also what she was worried about.

As long as your head is clear.

Everyone knows that the other party's best option is to debut in Hollywood with an action movie, rather than a romantic fantasy film which is not an advantage at all, which is tantamount to making the other party give up its biggest advantage.

This expression made it easy for Li Luo to judge that the other party was afraid that he would not agree.

Wick is not blind either.

I felt a mixture of laughter and tears.

I used the argument of giving him a chance and emphasized the advantages of the movie adaptation of the best-selling book to attract the interest of this Asian youth. Now Stephanie said a few simple words.

The psychological advantage that he had just established was instantly destroyed.

"no problem."

Looking at his watch, Li Luo gave the brown-haired woman a handsome smile and said, "I am very much looking forward to Ms. Meier's story. I'm sure it will be very exciting."

"Thank you."

This smile made Stephanie feel relaxed and happy. She quickly calmed down:
"My book is called Twilight, and it tells the story of the love between the vampire Edward Cullen and the human Isabella Swan."

(End of this chapter)