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Chapter 33 The Grand Prize Arrives as Promised! The Passion and Ambition of a Twenty-Year-Old!

Even after the premiere of "Mystic River" ended, Lü Rui was still busy watching movies.

Although the system provided a reward, it wasn't something that could be mastered instantly. He still needed to continue learning to become more proficient in using these skills.

Watching a large number of films is undoubtedly a good way to learn.

Han Sanping was also busy, constantly engaging in negotiations and maneuvering with both Harvey and Dennis's sides.

His position as vice chairman of China Film Group Corporation allows him to easily navigate between the two without worrying about external pressure.

During this time, Harvey tried to talk to Lü Rui alone a few times, but Lü Rui brushed him off with excuses such as "I don't understand," "I'm still young," and "Go find my Uncle Han."

At the age of 20, it has successfully become his current "protective shield".

When he revealed the "naive" look he had learned from Liu Yifei, Harvey was completely helpless.

But it was precisely because of this that Harvey became even more determined to cooperate with Lü Rui.

If he's this amazing at 20, what will he be like in a few more years?

On September 1st, the Beijing Film Academy officially started its semester, with the Class of 2002 beginning to enroll.

The QQ group was buzzing with activity, with everyone discussing the new students from various departments and Tian Zhuangzhuang, the new head of the directing department.

Someone boasted that his grandfather and Tian Zhuangzhuang were close friends, which prompted other classmates to praise him!
Little did anyone know that at that moment, Tian Zhuangzhuang was discussing with Lü Rui the application of "omniscient perspective" and "limited perspective" directing techniques, and her attitude even carried a hint of humbly seeking advice.

His film "Spring in a Small Town" was selected for the "Upstream" section of the Venice Film Festival, and his main purpose in coming here was to discuss the sale of the copyright.

The two were engrossed in their conversation. Although Liu Yifei only vaguely understood what they were hearing, it didn't stop her from looking at Lü Rui with an admiring gaze.

Wow! This senior is so professional!

dong dong dong-

There was a sudden knock on the door.

"You guys chat, I'll go open it."

Liu Yifei stood up briskly and ran to open the door with her long legs.

"Director Jiang, Director Han."

Upon seeing the big shot enter, she instantly switched to 'well-behaved' mode.

"Good morning, my dear."

Jiang Wen greeted her with a smile, his eyes full of affection.

Although he also has a daughter, he rarely sees her throughout the year, so he simply projects his fatherly love onto Liu Yifei.

The two entered the living room, greeted Lü Rui and Tian Zhuangzhuang, and then each found a place to sit down.

Liu Yifei was initially a little confused.

What are these two doing here? Why haven't they said anything since they came in? They've just been sitting there.

When the phone rang, and the caller announced an invitation for the entire creative team of "Mystic River" to attend the closing ceremony and awards presentation, the group exchanged glances and suddenly burst into laughter.

After listening to a few sentences of their conversation, Liu Yifei suddenly realized what was going on.

"So receiving a phone call meant there was a prize to be won!"

Thinking this, she took advantage of the moment when no one was looking, clasped her hands together in front of her chest, closed her eyes, and quietly prayed, "Please bless my senior so he can win the award~"

"I wonder what kind of award we can win?" Lü Rui looked at Han Sanping with some anticipation.

"I don't know." Han Sanping shook his head slightly, but his tone was confident. "With Warner Bros. involved, I can't say for sure about the Golden Lion, but other awards are all possible."

In the end, Warner Bros. was simply richer and offered a better deal than Harvey.

In the current environment, it's difficult to ensure data clarity and accuracy when using distribution agents; buying out the copyright is the only way to go!

"You're going to win another award?" Tian Zhuangzhuang couldn't hide her envy.

Although he achieved fame early and has extensive experience, and has been nominated for many international awards, he has never actually won a major award.

Listening to their conversation now, I couldn't help but feel a tightness in my throat.

"Perhaps it's just a small prize," Lü Rui said with a modest smile.

Jiang Wen got up and walked out: "I'll go inform the others. You all get ready, we'll walk the red carpet together tomorrow."

Liu Yifei blinked and followed her outside.

She brought quite a few beautiful dresses this time; she'll have to pick one out carefully.

The three suits that Lü Rui bought at a high price have all come in handy.

On September 8th, everyone was ready to go!

The red carpet ceremony kicked off at 3 p.m. with a flurry of activity as creators and producers of entries from various categories, media reporters, guests, and representatives from local cultural and tourism departments arrived in droves.

It wasn't until 5:30 p.m. that Lü Rui and his entourage finally stepped onto the red carpet.

The big-name guests always make their final appearance, and Mystic River, as a work in the main competition, naturally belongs to the "big-name" category.

Although art is not divided into high and low, noble and lowly, artists still need to eat, right?
As long as they can win awards, even if they make films with themes like "Lust, Caution" or "Brokeback Mountain," the director will be hailed as an "artist."

But what if we don't win the award...

What's the point of playing art then? Go make films in places like Little Life or Saint Valley.

From a distance, Lü Rui spotted Harvey Weinstein.

This guy was surrounded by several blonde, blue-eyed foreign beauties from "The Brothel Sisters," including Anne-Marie Duff, Nora-Jane Nunn, and Doris Duffy, and his chubby face was full of smiles.

But Lü Rui wasn't envious, because he also had a beautiful woman by his side.

Wearing a white strapless dress adorned with light gold flowers, Liu Yifei instantly appeared as a young woman. Walking beside Lü Rui, her steps were light yet exuded a composed aura. The delicate floral embroidery on the hem trembled slightly with each step, as if she were wearing spring blossoms.

It has to be said that women are natural experts on the red carpet!
"Like a graceful fairy."

This was a compliment from Lü Rui to her.

Liu Yifei responded with a smile: "Hehe~"

Upon entering the venue, everyone took their seats according to their assigned positions.

Half an hour passed in the blink of an eye, and as the main venue filled up, the host announced in Italian that the closing ceremony and awards gala had officially begun.

Lifetime Achievement Golden Lion Award, Special Mention Award, Special Award at International Critics' Week...

Tian Zhuangzhuang won the San Marco Award in the "Against the Current" category for her work "Spring in a Small Town".

Jiang Wen was quite 'mischievous'. While Lao Tian went up to receive the award, he whispered sarcastically, "This is just a consolation prize, a complete rip-off."

The group was left speechless, unsure whether to laugh or cry.

An hour later, as Gong Li led the jury members to appear, the real highlight of the night finally arrived!
"It's a pleasure to see you all again..." she said in broken Italian, beginning to announce the awards.

I don't know who made the rule, but awards must be given in Italian.

Of course, this is not important.

Everyone's attention was focused on the award winners.

"The Best Actress award goes to Julianne Moore for Far From Heaven. Congratulations."

Upon hearing this, Ning Jing and Mao Shunyun's expressions remained unchanged.

Mystic River is a male-dominated story, and the two actresses' roles are merely supporting ones. Although they have their moments, they are few and far between.

42-year-old Julianne Moore walked onto the podium and thanked many people, including Steven Spielberg.

In 1997, she starred in Spielberg's "Jurassic Park II," which brought her widespread fame.

The judging panel then proceeded with the awards presentation.

"The Silver Lion for Best Actor at the 59th Venice Film Festival goes to Jiang Wen for 'Mystic River.' Congratulations!"

After announcing the results, the presenter also took the opportunity to introduce Jiang Wen's outstanding performance in the film:
"Faced with the death of his daughter and the betrayal of his best friend, he went from initial shock and pain to confusion and struggle, and finally decided to take revenge... The emotions at each stage were portrayed with exquisite detail..."

"What the fuck?!"

In the audience, Jiang Wen's eyes widened suddenly, his face filled with disbelief.

How... how did he even get an award?
"Director Jiang, what are you standing there for? Go and collect the award!"

Lu Rui laughed heartily, winking at him, unable to contain his excitement.

He was just wondering how to repay Jiang Wen's kindness, and now Warner Bros. has actually helped him out, bringing back a Silver Lion Award for Best Actor!
That's absolutely brilliant!
Jiang Wen walked onto the stage in a daze, accepted the trophy, and scratched his head.

"Hey, I'm here... cough cough! It feels like a dream to be standing here today. I have to thank Lü Rui for winning Best Actor for my film 'Mystic River'!"

When he gave me the script, I knew it was going to be a success because it had something new in it, not the old stuff.

During filming, the guys put in all their effort to immerse themselves in their characters, just to put their souls into the role.

Winning this award now isn't because we're so great, it's because this film and this team are just meant to succeed! Director Lü Rui... understands both film and people, and he's got us all united and moving forward together.

Finally, thank you to the Venice Film Festival, and thank you to all of us in the creative team...

The audience erupted in enthusiastic applause, especially the reporters from major domestic media outlets, whose camera shutters were clicking away furiously!

It's quite interesting, actually.

When Jiang Wen directed "In the Heat of the Sun," he helped Xia Yu win the Best Actor award at the Venice Film Festival.

Now, Lü Rui has made him the Best Actor at the Venice Film Festival.

"This is what you call inheritance!"

The reporter from the Sixth Princess made this statement with absolute certainty, which drew nods of agreement from the other reporters around her.

Jiang Wen carried the trophy back to the audience.

However, despite the congratulations, he didn't show much excitement. Instead, he frowned and looked at Lü Rui: "I won Best Actor, what about you? You still have..."

Before he could finish speaking, the sound of a new award being presented came from the stage:

"The Silver Lion for Best Director at the 59th Venice Film Festival goes to 'Mystic River.' Congratulations to director Lv Rui!"

"call!"

Jiang Wen breathed a sigh of relief, and a smile finally appeared on his face.

"Haha, Director Jiang, don't worry, I can get an award too."

Lu Rui raised an eyebrow at him, then got up and walked towards the awards stage.

On stage, the award presenter is making introductions:

“Mystic River does not have flashy camerawork, but it uses cold colors and cramped street scenes to keep the damp fog shrouding the desolate sense of fate.”

Each character's subtle reactions are imbued with the weight of the gears of fate. With an observer's detachment, the director allows the characters to struggle in the moral gray area, yet in the suffocating reality, the audience sees the mysterious river flowing with secrets and pain in everyone's heart.

This is a reverence for the complexity of human nature, and even more so, a profound soul-searching performed through the lens…

Lu Rui walked onto the stage, accepted the Silver Lion trophy, and raised it high in front of nearly a thousand people in the audience!
In an instant, enthusiastic applause echoed throughout the venue.

"Crack!"

The reporter from the Sixth Princess captured this scene on camera!

On the stage, the young man stood tall and proud, gripping the silver lion trophy that symbolized "glory" tightly, his eyes gleaming with the unique passion and ambition of a twenty-year-old!
What he held in his hand was not the end, but a new beginning in his life!
(End of this chapter)