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Chapter 25 Ning Hao's pride
Tian Xiaole was in the dormitory, knocking on the [Stone] script.

Ning Hao, who was in the editing room of Beijing Film Academy, suddenly felt a tightness in his chest.

He seemed to have lost something very important.

But I didn’t think much about it. I simply thought it was caused by the recent stress and staying up late.

In the editing room, [Incense], a film that he had high hopes for and would make a name for himself, was being edited.

This is a movie that he has staked his entire fortune on and cannot afford to fail.

"Did you hear that Director Tian was very impressed by Junior Brother Tian's film 'Labyrinth of the Heart' and has already registered it for the Cannes Film Festival through the school's channels?"

"Junior Brother Tian is really amazing. When we were on the set, both Professor Tian and Teacher Wang had to listen to him."

"Of course not. The filming of [Heart Maze] was much stricter than [Supermarket]. Junior Brother Tian had to take care of every detail."

In the editing room, besides Ning Hao, there were also students from other departments.

Talking about the hottest topic at the moment, Tian Xiaole's film directorship and registration for the Cannes Film Festival.

"Isn't it just family connections? What's there to brag about? Whether he made the movie or not is still debatable."

Hearing someone flattering him, Ning Hao said with a look of disdain.

He has the ability and ideals, but no one invests in him.

He has no good impression of people like Tian Xiaole, a Beijing circle guy who has no worries about resources.

"I can testify that the movie was shot by Junior Brother Tian. I've been on the set of both Supermarket and Labyrinth of the Heart."

"If you don't know the truth, don't talk nonsense. Ning Hao, are you jealous?"

The two senior brothers who participated in the filming retorted in a bad tone.

Although Ning Hao is somewhat famous and has achieved good results, they will not tolerate such random rumors.

"Hmph, I'm too lazy to argue with you."

Ning Hao knew that he had no real evidence and it was all his pride that was at work, so he focused on film editing.

The two senior brothers sneered and continued to flatter Tian Xiaole.

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【Heart Maze】passed the review just a few days after it was submitted.

The speed of film review is astonishing.

As for the version submitted for review, no one asked about the differences between it and the script.

As long as the movie clearly states the plot of self-surrender when it is released in the country, it will be fine.

The news that [Heart Labyrinth] passed the review and registered for the 57th Cannes Film Festival spread and was even reported in the newspapers.

"Chinese-language films are once again competing at the Cannes Film Festival."

"The youngest Chinese-language director, a senior student in the directing department of Beijing Film Academy, making his debut at the Cannes Film Festival."

"It's reported that rising star director Tian Xiaole has entered his new film, 'Maze of the Heart,' into the Cannes Film Festival. Is this a sign of youthful fearlessness, or a sign of ignorance?"

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Tian Zhuangzhuang has been very happy recently because his son was admitted to Tsinghua University and Peking University, while his neighbor's son was admitted to Sweet Potato University.

The satisfaction of letting the whole village know how outstanding your son is.

He praises Tian Xiaole's films to everyone he meets, saying how well they are made, how high the picture quality is, and how profound the film's meaning is.

After his boasting, the professors of the directing department, the teachers of the acting class, and the school leaders were all alarmed.

As one of the most senior directors, Tian Zhuangzhuang's appreciation ability is unquestionable.

It was an art film that made him praise it so shamelessly. Was it just for his son's reputation?
Nortel’s leadership strongly requested to see it.

Although "Maze" was registered in the name of the school, the school has vacancies every year, and it was recommended by Tian Zhuangzhuang, so few people have seen the original film.

Tian Zhuangzhuang agreed readily.

I got a copy from Xiaole Films and screened it in the Beijing Film Academy screening room.

The small screening room was full of people.

Tian Zhuangzhuang sat in the first seat with his head held high and his back straight.

Most people present thought that they should give Lao Tian some face and just come over to deal with it.

Do young people in their twenties understand what an art film is? Do they understand the complex ideas of a suspense film?
Everyone was prepared to wait until the movie was over and then give a few polite compliments to make Lao Tian happy.

However, as the movie started, many people abandoned their initial thoughts.

"What's wrong with this style of painting?"

"Isn't this scene shot in the countryside? The overall style of the painting is surprisingly eye-catching."

It is completely different from the rural-themed films shot by the fifth generation directors such as Zhang Yimou and Chen Kaige.

During the filming of "Heart Labyrinth", under the tone set by Tian Xiaole, the rural environment was not dilapidated, with a backward scene of facing the sky and back to the loess.

The film creates a suspenseful atmosphere through the rendering of colors and various close-up shots.

The people who were originally sitting casually now sat up straight and watched the big screen attentively.

Da Zhuang hesitated as he grabbed the stone.

Liqin's eyes were evasive when she spoke.

Huang Huan lowered his head in guilt when he cheated.

The village chief felt ashamed when he reminded Liqin.

Through the language of the camera, the subtle expressions of the actors are revealed, without any screaming at the top of one's lungs, or crying out in life and death situations.

Everyone here has been a director or acting teacher with decades of experience in the industry, and they all felt this moment deeply.

When the truth was about to be revealed, everyone hesitated to speak.

Every scene tests the basic skills of the actors, and even more so the director's ability to direct and control the camera images.

The audience in front of the screen all know who the murderer is.

But through the actors' performances, the film continues to go deeper and deeper through various coincidences.

The truth that was about to be revealed was covered by another layer of lies.

At the end of the movie, the picture freezes on the village chief, Zong Yao, Huang Huan, and a coffin.

There was silence in the screening room for a long time before warm applause broke out.

"I was wondering why Mr. Tian, ​​who usually keeps a low profile, has been showing off lately. It turns out he's raised a good son."

"Old Tian, ​​you have a successor, congratulations."

"You're all welcome. Xiaole still needs your support."

Faced with all kinds of compliments from the crowd, Tian Zhuangzhuang had a bright smile on his farmer-like face.

"Old Tian, ​​can the movie be shown in the auditorium? Such a good movie should be shown by all the teachers and students in the school."

Zhang Huijun, the new president of Beijing Film Academy, took office as president in January this year. Since such a talented director has emerged in the school, he naturally wants to promote him.

"I'll go back and ask Xiaole what he thinks."

Tian Zhuangzhuang did not agree immediately because he needed to respect Tian Xiaole's personal opinion.

"Okay, then I'll wait for your good news."

Zhang Huijun nodded and said, with another thought in his mind.

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"Xiao Le, your uncle Zhang wants to show the film in the auditorium. What do you think?"

At the dinner table at home, Tian Zhuangzhuang asked Tian Xiaole for his opinion.

"Is the movie Xiaole made so popular? I know that my eldest grandson is the best."

Yu Lan was the one who cared the most about Tian Xiaole, and she was also the happiest. She couldn't stop smiling.

"Thank you, grandma. It's good genes."

Tian Xiaole put some food into Yu Lan's bowl, and then answered Old Tian's question:
"Showing it doesn't matter, I'm worried about leaks."

"Don't worry about that. The school often has movies to promote, so they do a good job of keeping it secret."

"Then I have no problem with it. I agree to show it." Tian Xiaole nodded.

(End of this chapter)