Chapter 269. A superstar within a superstar
"In my opinion, every film is a dream." Chen Kaige said a little out of tune: "The director is a planner of dreams, and it depends on the efforts of many people to make this dream perfect. At this glorious moment, I would like to thank all the staff in front of and behind the scenes who participated in the filming of "Farewell My Concubine". Without their help and efforts, without their support, then this play would not have been possible at all! After a pause, Chen Kaige continued: "There is one person in particular I want to thank in particular, that is Mr. Chen Xuanting, who just appeared on the stage. With him, I was able to concentrate on planning because I believed that he could do whatever I asked. The success of this film, he should be the greatest credit. ”
A producer whose director admires the film so much naturally caused an uproar at the scene, but thinking that it was the mysterious Chen Xuanting who was thanked, no one felt that there was anything strange about it.
Chen Kaige glanced at the audience and said: "Originally, I prepared a lot of things to say before I came to Cannes, but when I stood on the podium, I forgot all about it in my mind! ”
"Hahaha," the people laughed.
"But it doesn't matter, I didn't expect that I would win the award, and I didn't expect the drama "Farewell My Concubine" to be so respected and loved by everyone. So what I want to say is, thank you all, thank you for your recognition of me, for this drama - well, I don't have anything else to say, I am so happy and excited in my heart - " Chen Kaige held the trophy high and tears were about to flow out happily.
The applause below rang out, dedicated to this simple and lovely Chinese director.
Suddenly.
"Director Chen, you are too praised, as a director, you are the soul of the success of this film." When Chen Kaige came down from the stage, Chen Xuanting hurriedly said to him.
"No, I'm definitely not polite, but I think so from the bottom of my heart." Chen Kaige said very seriously: "Without your support behind you, let alone winning awards for this drama, it is a question whether it can be filmed or not." In my opinion, making a movie is like a war, the three armies have not moved, the grain and grass go first, and you are our grain and grass pioneer, and you are absolutely the greatest. If you don't believe me, you can ask my brother. ”
Chen Kaige's tone was so resolute that Chen Xuanting became strange, and he couldn't help but look at his brother according to his words.
Leslie Cheung did not answer this question directly, but asked Chen Xuanting rhetorically: "Ah Ting, what do you think of yourself?" ”
Chen Xuanting was speechless.
Without waiting for Chen Xuanting to understand, a noisy voice mixed with surprise and emotion drew his attention to the stage again.
It's unbelievable that even the International Federation of Film Critics Award in Cannes was awarded to "Farewell My Concubine", which is unbelievable, and it is rare to see such a sweep.
Not only Chen Xuanting, but even Chen Kaige was surprised, if he was still distressed because he was not recognized before, now the sudden huge success has made him feel dizzy.
"Oh my God, it's been a fantastic night." Chen Kaige couldn't help muttering, a little unable to believe the reality in front of him.
Yes, it was a dream night, and on this night, through "Farewell My Concubine", Chen Xuanting, Brother Bao and Chen Kaige all got the recognition and glory they deserved, and they all won top awards for the first time. It is no exaggeration to say that on this night, they all felt intoxicated. Even when the awards were over, they hadn't come out of their dreams, or they still thought the beautiful result was a dream rather than a reality.
The night in Cannes was intoxicating, especially for Chen Kaige. The award was over, and he was still complacent, walking staggeringly, completely intoxicated with the excitement of success. Brother Leslie Cheung is also very intoxicated, but the reason is probably more complicated than Chen Kaige.
Chen Xuanting is the only person who doesn't care very much, but when he sees Chen Kaige and Leslie Cheung happy, he is also very happy in his heart. Especially seeing Bao'er, who was "famous", snuggling up to him with a happy expression, made him feel a lot of emotion.
Three years. It seems that nothing has changed, but Chen Xuanting himself understands that many things have changed, but at the same time, many things have not changed. In the ever-changing world, these things that have not changed make him feel precious and happy.
Suddenly, Chen Xuanting's expression also became very excited, but that excitement was because there was love in the world, and under such affection, anything else seemed insignificant.
I once doubted whether everything I did was meaningful, but Chen Xuanting now thinks completely differently, to make Leslie Cheung's dream come true, some of the things he has done have become very meaningful, and similarly, he will continue to work hard to make other people realize their dreams, and when all these dreams are realized, his dreams will not be far away.
Chen Kaige and Leslie Cheung were so excited that they couldn't wait to pull Chen Xuanting to talk all night, but looking at Bao'er, they also knew that he was very unpopular at this time, so they found someone else to talk to, leaving only Chen Xuanting and Bao'er together.
Because he knew that Chen Xuanting and Bao'er were coming, Chen Kaige had already booked a room for them, and Chen Kaige told them the news before leaving. According to Chen Xuanting's meaning, Bao'er experienced the fatigue of flying, and then it was such an exciting night, he wanted to send Bao'er back to rest directly. However, Bao'er disagreed, although she was indeed a little tired, but she really didn't want such a beautiful night to end prematurely.
"Uncle, shall we go shopping?" Bao'er proposed to Chen Xuanting with great interest.
Originally, he wanted to persuade Bao'er to go back to rest honestly, but seeing the begging look in Bao'er's eyes, Chen Xuanting couldn't help but soften. In his heart, the request for Bao'er is to ask for everything, especially when he understands Bao'er's important surname to him, it is even more difficult to refuse any request from Bao'er. Moreover, Bao'er's requirements are not high, but they have a very important meaning to her, and Chen Xuanting really can't think of words to refuse.
"Okay." Chen Xuanting had nothing to say, so he could only agree. Boa immediately cheered, showing the activity and excitement appropriate for her age. Seeing this scene in Chen Xuanting's eyes, he was quite gratified, as long as he could make Bao'er so happy, it was worth doing anything.
The two of them walked through the streets of Cannes arm in arm, and at the same time remembered an encounter in South Korea, and their hearts suddenly had a very sweet feeling.
In Cannes, they don't have to worry about uninvited guests such as fans and movie fans, and the mood of the two people is very different from that time, and this visit is more immersive than when they were in Korea.
There is no need to speak, just silently and aimlessly, breathing in the fresh air of the Cannes night, listening to the natural sounds brought by the breeze blowing through the palm trees, this scene has made both of them feel like they are in a dream.
Even if she was tired of walking, Bao'er still didn't want to go back to rest too early, so at her suggestion, Chen Xuanting and her sat under a palm tree again, quietly enjoying the beautiful night view.
Curled up in Chen Xuanting's arms like a kitten, even if she didn't speak, anyone could see Bao'er's current mood, what she dreamed of was probably like this.
Chen Xuanting's feeling at the moment is extremely sensitive, Bao'er's feelings, if he didn't feel very understanding before, are now so clear, he can't help but feel a lot of emotion. Gently stroking Bao'er's hair, Chen Xuanting's heart was peaceful.
"Uncle, hug me." Bao'er said like a dream.
Looking at Bao'er with pity, Chen Xuanting could fully imagine that such a request was probably put forward by Bao'er completely subconsciously, or in other words, it was probably a wish that she had buried in her heart for a long time, and it was only on such a night and such a scene that she dared to bring it up.
Moved, excited, Chen Xuanting couldn't say anything, just did what Bao'er asked. Bao'er babbled in her mouth, unspeakably satisfied, and didn't even want to open her eyes.
Standing up gently, Chen Xuanting's movements were very gentle, and he did not alarm the sleeping Bao'er. sent Bao'er back to the room that Chen Kaige had booked for them, and placed Bao'er in place, Chen Xuanting quietly got up and left.
At a time when Chen Xuanting's mentality has undergone a major change, reports about him have set off a wave of enthusiasm around the world.
And this craze, with Chen Xuanting's scenery in Cannes, is intensifying. Previous reports have mentioned that Chen Xuanting was originally a filmmaker and has great influence in Asia, but for people in other parts of the world, at most, they only know Chen Xuanting's identity as the world's supertycoon, and they have never had a clear impression of his achievements in film. But after the Cannes Film Festival, that all changed dramatically.
As the world's No. 1 film festival, the crown of the Cannes Palme d'Or has a lot of weight in the world, and Chen Xuanting won the award with "Farewell My Concubine" this time, so that more people realize that Chen Xuanting's prestige and achievements in the entertainment industry are probably not just the result of media hype. Especially the "Farewell My Concubine", which actually won so many heavyweight awards, made everyone who knew the news very interested in it.
Not only ordinary fans, but even major film companies have a lot of interest in this film, and as the executives of Thunder Company, they have to deal with a lot of intentions to introduce this film from time to time. On the one hand, this is of course because "Farewell My Concubine" itself is very good, but the success of "Dark War" and "Fengyun" before Thunder, as well as the effect of his famous world celebrities, are also very important reasons.
In this round of craze, Chen Xuanting's reputation has reached a new height, becoming the most dazzling star in the world, surpassing all the rich tycoons and all entertainment superstars.
The world is wonderful because of him!
(To be continued)