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Chapter 36 Interviewed Directors (asking for monthly tickets)

The three major European film festivals are ranked among the top three A-level international film festivals.

Among them, the Cannes Film Festival is the default first.

The opening ceremony of each film festival is also a stage for filmmakers, artists, and film producers from all over the world to communicate.

To put it more bluntly, this is where film art converges and where fame and fortune are born.

China Film Corporation holds the right to import films in batches and is very experienced in buying and selling films.

China Film Group sent a director to the Cannes Film Festival this time.

As the only company with import rights, we deal with major film producers all year round.

The copyright of [Heart Maze] still depends on them to negotiate.

Of course, negotiation only helps us understand the seller’s market. The real factor that determines the value of a movie is what awards it wins.

Awards are the most valuable, no matter how many nominations you have.

Tian Xiaole set off with the main creators of "Heart Labyrinth", Jiang Wu, Tang Yan, Yan Ni, Xu Zheng, Huang Bo, Luo Jin, and the China Film team.

The group of more than 20 people including assistants appeared at the Capital Airport and attracted a lot of attention.

Tian Xiaole and others were naturally caught by the reporters who were waiting at the airport.

"Director Xiaole, are you going to Cannes?"

"Teacher Jiang Wu, are you confident of winning Best Actor?"

"Tang Yan is nominated as the female lead for the first time..."

"Yan Ni..."

"Xu Zheng..."

Reporters asked questions in a flurry, trying to get key information.

"Thank you for your concern. We are in a hurry, so we will not accept any interviews."

Tian Xiaole saw that the traffic jam was not a big deal, so he quickly stood up and spoke.

"I wish Director Xiaole a great award. I'm waiting for your celebration party. The lobster you had last time was great..."

As soon as we boarded the plane, the media reported it.

As the only Chinese-language film nominated from the mainland, it is also the first award-winning work of a 23-year-old "genius director".

His every move is closely watched by the film and television industry.

"Director Tian Xiaole and [The Heart Labyrinth] depart today for the Cannes Film Festival!"

"The entire creative team of [The Heart Labyrinth] went to Cannes, wishing the crew a grand prize!"

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As the news spread, Guangguang and Huayi, responsible for the film's promotion and marketing, began to build momentum both online and offline.

Regardless of how "Maze" performs at the film festival, its domestic base must be maintained.

At least at the box office, there was some success.

"Genius director" is also a gimmick created by the two companies.

Tian Xiaole believes that he deserves this title.

People in the circle, both familiar and unfamiliar, sent text messages and penguins to express their blessings.

Many directors in the industry were also interviewed by media reporters and expressed their opinions one after another.

"Cannes is undoubtedly the most difficult to conquer, and the Palme d'Or is even more difficult. Xiaole is still very young, so no matter what the result is, let's just take it as accumulating experience."

The filming of "The Promise" was filmed in Yunnanyuanmou, but because one of the leading actors, Zhang Baizhi, suddenly suffered from acute gastritis, the shooting was suspended. Only then did Chen Kaige take the time to answer the reporter's questions.

"Young people should be full of energy. I wish Director Tian all the best in Cannes."

Jia Zhanke was interviewed by reporters while promoting his new play.

"The World" is his first film released in mainland China. His previous films "Xiao Wu" and "Platform" failed to obtain release permission due to censorship issues.

"Xiao Le is my role model. My new film, Hoh Xil, a documentary about the protection of the Tibetan antelope, is also expected to win international awards. I hope everyone will pay more attention to it."

Lu Chuan seized the rare opportunity to promote his new film which will be released in October.

If it weren't for Tian Xiaole, he would be the youngest director in the country, only 33 years old this year. All this glory should have belonged to him.

Unfortunately, commercial films cannot compare with it, and art films are even worse than it, and the background is far better than it.

As for Ning Hao, who made "Incense" at the age of 26, he didn't take him seriously.

"Xiao Le is very talented, as can be seen from the structure and layout of the scenes in Supermarket. I look forward to hearing good news from him in Cannes."

Although Zhang Yimou's "House of Flying Daggers" was shortlisted for the out-of-competition section, he didn't go to Cannes, as he was busy rehearsing for his 8-minute Olympic performance. Tang Yan made an exception and gave him leave; otherwise, she wouldn't have given him leave.

This is the most watched and concerned event in the whole country.

It was also the first time that domestic culture was displayed to foreign countries on a large scale.

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On the plane, Tang Yan took the initiative to sit next to Tian Xiaole. Yan Ni glanced at her and sat quietly in the back row.

Tang Yan was the happiest. In addition to being able to walk the Cannes red carpet as the heroine, she also escaped the arduous training.

I also had the opportunity to be alone with Tian Xiaole and let him know that his long legs were really smooth and tender.

Everyone was talking and laughing. It was their first time walking the red carpet at the three major film festivals, and they couldn't hide their excitement on their faces.

Tian Xiaole said that he had no hope for the Palme d'Or and would do his best and leave the rest to fate, but his heart was still full of anticipation, wondering what if.

"Brother Tian, ​​what's the story of your new play that just finished filming? You're still shooting so fast~"

Tang Yan leaned sideways, blinked her big eyes, and asked like a curious baby.

"It's an urban romance film, and it's not difficult to shoot."

"Then why aren't there any open auditions? I think I'm suitable for the female lead role."

Tian Xiaole looked at Tang Yan. Her delicate face showed the look of someone who had missed a great opportunity.

"Even if you audition, do you have time?"

"It seems so."

Yan Ni in the back row curled her lips. The female lead had been decided to be Wang Luodan. According to Tian Xiaole's standards, she would definitely have to eat.

Only Tang Yan is still silly and has never experienced the torture of the entertainment industry.

Although this man is a little fickle, he always keeps his word.

Yan Ni was thinking about what kind of service she could provide to make Tian Xiaole support her.

"Xiao Le, why isn't Lao Tian with us?"

Jiang Wu sat in a seat by the aisle and asked curiously.

This is what everyone wants to ask. As a father, when his son is successful and striving for one of the highest awards for filmmakers, how can he not be together?

"He just joined us at the closing ceremony. He's been busy with his new play lately."

"Is Old Tian going to come out again?"

Tian Zhuangzhuang has been banned from directing for ten years. No one knows what his current level is like and whether he can demonstrate the style of the number one director of five generations.

"I will definitely give you a surprise." Tian Xiaole said mysteriously.

This play [Hidden in the Dust] has a good chance of hitting the top three. If it goes to Venice, it will be even more secure, as it will basically be like going home.

Mark Mueller was just elected as the director of film selection for Venice Film Festival this year. He was one of the first group of international students to study in China in 75.

He and Tian Zhuangzhuang, Chen Kaige and others were classmates at the Beijing Film Academy.

His early exposure to poisonous weed films such as "Early Spring in February" and "The Lin Family Shop" led him to develop an aesthetic fascination with repression.

He is extremely fond of the "Chinese narrative of suffering" style and has been criticized by Zhang Yimou, Jia Zhangke and others as having an "Eastern attention filter."

"Brother Xiaole, is there a role suitable for me in Professor Tian's new play?"

Yan Ni, who was sitting in the back row, asked expectantly.

Not missing any opportunity and making every hard effort is just to gain a foothold in the entertainment industry.

"Even Gong Li has been ruled out, do you think you can do it?" Tian Xiaole retorted unhappily.

This woman hasn't been disciplined for a long time, and she doesn't know her place. She even dares to set her sights on Lao Tian's movie.

What Tian Xiaole said aroused everyone's curiosity.

What kind of script is this that even the top actress in the country was eliminated.

Even Gong Li can’t do it, which domestic actress can play it well?

Seeing everyone's expressions, Tian Xiaole knew they had misunderstood and explained:

"It's because it's too similar to the role Sister Li played before, so I don't think it's suitable."

Everyone was chatting and time passed quickly.

After ten hours, I first landed in Paris and then had to change flights again.

(End of this chapter)