Chapter 159: If you want to be aesthetic, you have to do it early!
“…… If movies can be compared to the Bible of movie fans, then "One Flew Over the Asylum" belongs to the Old Testament of paternal tyranny, while "The Soul Shifter" is the New Testament of maternal warmth. But movies aren't everyone's Bible, and "Soul Shifter" is the same story of a neurological or mentally ill person as "One Flew Over the Asylum." ”
- Le Parisien
“…… When aspirin becomes quicksand in the shadows, you don't feel at a loss for real life. A lot of times, we're doing meaningless things. What is the real meaning of life? or life itself. "The Soul Shifting Girl" deduces this kind of metamorphosis and despair, and there is no doubt that this is a first-class Hollywood movie. ”
- Le Figaro
“…… Writing is a result, not a source. Before Suzanne swallowed a whole bottle of aspirin, her dream was also to write, why should she write? because she was overwhelmed by infinite sadness, even smiling made her heart ache, always felt out of place with the outside world, and felt powerless against everything. Sensitive girls, the most distressing, but powerless. "Soul Shifting Girl" deduced an era. ”
- Le Monde
“…… Oscar-winning director Sam Mendes' latest masterpiece, without a doubt, is the best film since the opening of the Cannes Film Festival, a must-see!"
- The Observer
“…… Done Walker's new work "The Soul Shifter" will take you to experience a baptism of soul like no other. This is a psychological mapping film that wanders on the edge of the times, and will bring you a different aesthetic feeling. ”
- The Pioneer
Donn and Natalie left Cannes to embark on an intimate honeymoon trip like honey, and the whole of France also launched a frenzy of coverage for the highly anticipated and controversial "Soul Shifter".
It's not that the other participating films are not outstanding, it's that "Soul Shifter" has too many gimmicks.
The producer is the famous Donn Walker, the director is the new Oscar for Best Director, and the starring stars are Nicole Kidman and Natalie Portman, who are popular all over the world.
A must-see!
……
When Donn returned to Cannes, it was May 25th, the closing ceremony and awards ceremony of the Cannes Film Festival.
Donn and Natalie appeared on the Cannes red carpet for the first time, and the intimate hand-holding appearance is undoubtedly the most classic scene of the entire Cannes Film Festival.
The two had just come from Paris, and the outfits were designed by the famous designers of the French Fashion Institute.
Tang En is wearing a dark tuxedo, but it is not as old-fashioned and old-fashioned as a traditional dress, and the fashionable and trendy design makes the whole person look detached and young and promising;
Natalie is a long red and white pleated skirt, compared with the eye-catching of many red carpet actresses who show their legs, backs, and breasts, her long skirt design is conservative, but it sets off the whole person with grace and nobility, gorgeous atmosphere.
The two came hand in hand, and at first glance, they didn't look like stars in the entertainment industry at all, as if they were princes and princesses, and they came gracefully.
Donn's expression was reserved, smiling at best, while Natalie was more natural, baring a few white teeth and waving at the shrill screaming fans on either side of the red carpet.
But even so, Natalie has restrained a lot compared with other female stars. She doesn't go around in circles on the red carpet, doesn't grind and chirp in slow motion, doesn't pinch her waist and straightens her chest to pose for poses, she looks natural and casual, just like an angel in the world.
After the red carpet area, the two walked to the row of anticipatory media reporters.
Seeing the two of them coming, dozens of microphones and voice recorders were handed over, and the frequent and non-stop flashes were dazzling.
Natalie gave an interview in French, then a few words of Spanish before straining a conversation with a British reporter.
"Hello, Mr. Walker, Miss Natalie, I'm Collins, a reporter for The Times. ”
"The Times is an objective and impartial newspaper, and I am a loyal reader. ”
"Thank you. ”
The Collins reporter intentionally or unintentionally brought the microphone closer to Donn. He had already ridiculed those ignorant European reporters in his heart, and they couldn't grasp the point at all! Natalie Portman is certainly a big beauty and a big star, but how can she compare with Donn Walker? It's not a level at all!
"Mr. Walker, I think the people of the whole UK are very curious, your movie 'Spider-Man' is about to be released, how can you have time to attend the Cannes Film Festival?"
Don glanced at Natalie affectionately, not at all like acting, "The reason is simple, this is the first time my girlfriend has participated in such a large international film festival, and we both hope to share each other's joy and happiness." ”
Now Tang En is long different from the beginning, in the face of an interview with reporters, his answer is not leaky, at least there are no flaws.
"I went to see the movie 'Soul Shifter', and it was very exciting, and the performances of Ms. Kidman and Miss Portman were amazing. Mr. Walker, if you were given a choice, what do you think...... Which of them is more suitable for the throne of Cannes actress?"
Tang En smiled, he was completely disdainful of such a shoddy "provoking trouble" method, "In my eyes, their performances are very exciting." As for the Cannes actress...... I'm sorry, but I can't tell. The festival has six judges, all of whom are well-known names in the film industry, and I am sure they will make an objective judgment. ”
"Who do you think will win the prize?" the Collins reporter seemed unwilling to accept Donn's absusception.
Don said indifferently: "It's really difficult, Ms. Björk, Ms. Maggie Zhang, they are all very good actors, of course, including Nicole and Natalie, no one is surprised to win the award." ”
The Collins reporter was clearly unhappy with Donn's gag, "What do you think about the Cannes Film Festival's internal remarks that are being widely reported in the French media now?"
"This is absolute nonsense!"
Tang En's face was straight and he looked very indignant, "This kind of conspiracy theory is completely blasphemous and irresponsible slander against film art! The Cannes Film Festival is the most authoritative film festival in the world, and like the Oscars, it represents the highest temple of film art! Here, fairness, justice, and openness are the biggest themes of the film festival. The 6 judges come from different countries, they are all leaders in the field of film, their aesthetics are closer to the essence of film art, and they will definitely vote for the concept in their hearts!"
After the interview and left, Natalie whispered, "I almost believed what you just said." ”
Tang En sighed: "No way, I'm a director, not an actor." ”
"Hmm...... Donn, are you laughing at me?" Natalie's pretty eyes widened instantly.
"No, absolutely not!"
"Big liar!"
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Perhaps due to economic pressure, the Cannes Awards Gala in recent years has become closer and closer to the Oscars, and it has become farther and farther away from the old-fashioned and traditional artistic atmosphere of the past.
Seeing a few people on the podium squeaking in French, Don lost even the slightest interest, and whispered to Nicole Kidman to Natalie's right, "Are you interested in acting in an action movie?"
Nicole Kidman was slightly stunned, "Aren't you going to make "A Beautiful Mind"? Donn, I've been preparing for this film since last summer, and it's been almost a year!"
"No, of course my project is 'A Beautiful Mind,' but I'm going to be producing another film called 'Mr. and Mrs. Smith,' an action comedy, and I'm going to cast Mel Gibson for the lead actor. ”
"Mel ......" Nicole Kidman hesitated slightly and shook her head, "Forget it, I'm not interested in action movies anymore, I still have a film contract this year, "Island Cry", I like that script very much." Or...... Let Naomi try?"
"She's not suitable!"
Natalie, who was sitting between the two, frowned unhappily when she heard Naomi Watts' name.
Don coughed lightly, "Nat is right, the heroine I want must be a big star, Naomi can't do it yet." ”
The corners of Natalie's mouth rose slightly, revealing a smile that could not be concealed, and she was very happy.
"By the way, haven't you heard? The organizing committee invited Sophie Marceau to present the Palme d'Or with Luc Besson. When filming "Braveheart", Sophie and Mel had a good cooperation. Nicole Kidman seemed to say casually.
Natalie glanced at her deeply, of course understanding that this was her revenge for the defeat of Naomi Watts she had just undergone.
Don't look at Natalie's usual relationship with Nicole, just like good friends, but compared to real girlfriends, Nicole definitely cares more about Naomi.
"Sophie Marceau, I heard it's a big beauty, Donn, when the awards party is over, do you want to try the romance of a French woman? Natalie looked at him with a smile of encouragement.
"Let's talk about it. ”
Don waved his hand, and he had a headache.
Natalie is smart and smart, but she just refuses to suffer, which is clearly giving Nicole eye medicine. Obviously talking about Naomi, he is actually warning Nicole that there are more beautiful women in the world, and Don will never lack a female companion!
Fortunately, Nicole Kidman didn't seem to hear the deep meaning of Natalie's words, or didn't want to argue, and her beautiful face was full of joyful smiles, listening carefully to the award speech of Alejandro Iñárritu, the director of the best feature film "Love is Dog Food", who received the Young Critics Award on stage.
It's as if she can understand Spanish.
Alejandro Iñárritu's name, Don is familiar with. The young Mexican director, who is still unknown, will be a global sensation when he makes "Birdman" and "The Revenant."
But Donn is more concerned about Sophie Marceau, whom Nicole Kidman just mentioned.
That's a fascinating and legendary name.
Sophie, like Nicole, is in her thirties, so if you don't do it sooner...... Ahem, no matter how beautiful the flower is, it is just a handful of loess after it withers.
If you want to be aesthetic, you have to do it early!
(三七 Chinese )