Since Roland bought "The Wedding Banquet", he hasn't seen it once.

It's not because he still remembers the plot of the movie in his head, or because he just saved the country and went to Xiangjiang Wuzhi, but he wasn't very interested in the movies made by 'bad guys' like Ang Lee.

That's right, Roland has always felt that Ang Lee is a 'bad guy'.

started from "The Wedding Banquet", to the later "Men and Women Eating Food" and "Brokeback Mountain......

Although these works made Ang Lee famous, they were all about homosexual, old and young love, and extramarital affairs.

The heroine in "The Wedding Banquet", Gu Weiwei, inexplicably became a pair of Gay's surrogate mothers; In "Eating Men and Women", the thing that should have happened in 04 was filmed by Ang Lee ten years in advance; And in "Brokeback Mountain", the love between Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal is an extramarital affair without half guilt, even if Michelle Williams really can't play the taste of Marilyn Monroe, but Anne Hathaway is not bad!

Roland does not discriminate against LGBT people, but Ang Lee's films are far more than LGBT elements, and the reason why he thinks Ang Lee is 'bad' is not because the other party's movies make him feel uncomfortable, but too realistic......

realistically put the superiority of men and women in society on the screen.

The conflicts and contradictions in human nature are realistically told.

But—

These are all things that Roland doesn't have a cold about.

Exposing the bloody truth to the public is a very cruel thing in the first place.

More than ninety percent of the guys are already bitter enough in real life, and then when watching a movie to relax, the director holds a bowl of Chinese medicine in life and tells you, don't be afraid, there are more cruel things in this world than the suffering you have suffered......

Hold the grass!

I'm already bitter enough in reality, and then I have to pay out of my own pocket to see even more bitter things?

Spending money to buy pain?

I'm crazy about beeping!

Not many people want to be surrounded by pain all the time, and it is people's instinctive reaction to escape from the abyss in pursuit of beauty, and in Roland's view, those who use it to criticize them for not understanding art are the real evil.

You like to see reality, and no one can stop you.

Instead of making others face pain 24 hours a day, then you are an executioner who kills invisibly!

In terms of love, Roland may choose "Revolutionary Road" and "Marriage Story" more realistically, because this is his own life, but in terms of serving the public, he will choose "Titanic" and "Happiness Terminal" - this is not because he has a strong schizophrenia, but he respects the public's choice and will not forcibly impose his ideas on others.

Just like he doesn't like Iijima Ai...... Phew, it's the same as "Rice Prayer Love".

Julia Roberts's love in the movie is too pretentious.

And why are movies that spread truth, goodness, and beauty always more popular than movies about the evil of human nature?

It's not because everyone wants to be happy!

Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks won with this!

Because they give hope!

Even if it's just a big pie!

However, although Ang Lee made the movie very realistic, when Roland met him, this guy in a suit and tie and combed his hair was shiny, but he was angry, and after humbly shaking hands with Roland and sitting down, he talked about the movie with a smile on his cheeks, but more often, it was James Shams who came with him.

As the producer and writer of Ang Lee's 'Father Trilogy', James Shams naturally knows what they need, and as an American, he knows even more about how to deal with his fellow citizens.

For Roland, the politeness he has cultivated over the decades may be the real habit of dating, but the straightforwardness with former British Prince Harry introducing his wife, former Princess Meghan, to Disney Chairman Robert Iger is actually what he likes.

Go straight and everyone saves time.

After a casual and casual conversation, James Shams made it clear why he wanted to meet Roland in the first place.

"Thank you very much for liking our work, and the main reason why we want to meet you is that Ang Lee's boss is preparing to apply for "The Wedding Banquet" for this year's Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film......"

That's right, they wanted to ask Roland to meet, in addition to the meaning of gratitude, but also to inform him that "The Wedding Banquet" would send an Oscar, and when Roland learned about this situation, he was stunned for half a second after not reading the memories of his previous life for a long time.

"Applying for the Oscars?"

"No problem, just do it yourself!"

"Oh no, PR, right?"

"You have to find Sony to do this yourself, I can personally sponsor 200,000, and you have to consider the rest of the expenses."

Ooh!

This kid's money is so easy to cheat!

When Roland took his mouth and casually discharged two big coins, the brothers, who were still nervous, were overjoyed.

It is not a secret that he wants money in later generations.

Marketing and lobbying are even more permissible by law.

After all, Oscar nominations or awards are all a reflection of personal fame, and if you want to play a game and brush up on prestige, it will cost money, not to mention that the Oscar is in reality, and it can bring you great benefits!

As for the producers and distributors?

This is better explained, one is the copyright owner, and the other is the logo marker.

After winning the award, they will all have a certain prestige increase, even if it is the kind of +1+1+1+1, but it can also belong to the part of the company's reputation appreciation, so it is reasonable to contribute a part of the money.

And "The Wedding Banquet" wants to rush to the Olympics?

This did not exceed Roland's expectations.

The reason why Ang Lee became famous and was called by all the media 'Ang Lee is right, and the old plotter is wrong', is it not because he has three Oscars in hand?

Of course, while responding, this sudden plan also reminded Roland of one thing, "Uh...... Wait a minute...... In addition to you, is there another movie called "Farewell My Concubine" this year that won the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film? ”

Huh?

The sudden change of words surprised Ang Lee, who was sitting on the side.

Why didn't he know about the movie "Farewell My Concubine"?

As the biggest hit of the year's foreign language film, it's run by Miramax!

And what is Miramax?

That's an Olympic machine!

If you don't talk about it, let's talk about it: "Cinema Paradiso", which won the best foreign language film in 90, was promoted by the Weinstein brothers; Daniel Lewis won the best actor with "My Left Foot", and he has to thank them; Lao Mouzi's "Ju Dou" was nominated, and they operated it - it is no exaggeration to say that after learning that "Farewell My Concubine" was tied to the Weinstein brothers, Ang Lee and James Shams actually counted on "The Wedding Banquet" to get a nomination!

And now, Roland mentioned "Farewell My Concubine"?

Could it be that he suddenly realized that something was wrong, and wanted to retract his previous words, hinting to them, don't toss around?

"Of course we know ...... "Farewell My Concubine"

"Best Film at the Cannes Film Festival, also declared for the Golden Globe and Oscar ......"

"When we say Olympiad, we just want to get a nomination, and with "Farewell My Concubine" and Weinstein, we don't expect to win the best foreign language ......film," Ang Lee replied very modestly.

Hold the grass!

This special code is an opportunity!

Hearing Ang Lee say this, Roland almost slapped his head!

Because he knows that "Farewell My Concubine" will not win the Oscar!

As for why......

Is it really as Director Kaige said, new arrival, don't know how to public relations?

Bullshit!

You don't know that Oscar needs PR, so you're looking for a fart Miramax!

You don't know that the Oscars need public relations, so you who participated in "The Last Emperor" back then have been sleeping at home?

It's not because the Weinstein brothers are aiming at other awards that they don't promote you at all!

And your movie has been using overseas money, so naturally you can't spray each other angrily like a small steel cannon!

That's right, when "Farewell My Concubine" rushed to the Olympics, Miramax, who had just been acquired by Disney, also needed to make a performance, and the best foreign language film was naturally not looked at by the Weinstein brothers.

But the best picture in 94, no one can beat "Schindler's List", among the best directors, Steven Spielberg can crush anyone, and the guy who competes with Tom Hanks for the best actor is either an old man who has already won a golden man, or a newcomer who is not qualified enough, with nearly 20 years of accumulation, and the Weinstein brothers will not operate this.

In this way, Harvey's dead fat man is aiming for the actress, the best supporting actress and the original screenplay.

And the movie they pushed to death was "Piano Don't Love"!

Take heavyweight awards such as actress, supporting actress and original script to deal with Disney!

That's a lot better than the best foreign language film!

As for why Harvey likes to push actresses so much?

This question has been confirmed by Dawn Dunning and Talal Woolf at the trial!

Dead fat people like to hook up with actresses!

In order not to play with accidents, he also ligated himself!

Thinking of this, Roland suddenly pursed his lips.

To be honest, if he is in his previous life, then he thinks it's a pity that "Farewell My Concubine" didn't win the best foreign language film, and he also thinks that "The Wedding Banquet" and "Farewell My Concubine" are put together, obviously the former is better, but-

Since Harvey's dead fat man didn't help "Farewell My Concubine" rush to the Olympics, why couldn't he win the award for the "Wedding Banquet" he bought?

He really doesn't like movies like "The Wedding Banquet", but as long as someone buys for it, then this movie has a reason to exist, not to mention that now Ang Lee and James Shams obviously want to hug his thigh, that-

"In addition to "The Wedding Banquet" and "Farewell My Concubine" this year, what other movies are going to hit the best foreign language film?"

Roland's question caught the two opposites off guard, although they didn't understand why Roland asked these things, but James Shams, who had been prepared, said directly: "We have done research, and the most promising films are "Hyde Text", "The Taste of Green Papaya" and "The Lover of Four Thousand Gold" ......"

"And "Hyde Wen" and "The Taste of Green Papaya" are self-declared, and "The Lover of Four Thousand Gold" is operated by Sony."

Get!

As soon as he heard this, Roland was immediately happy!

Isn't this card in your own hand?

Although he didn't know who this year's Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film was, but-

Since "Farewell My Concubine" and "The Wedding Banquet" definitely didn't win the award, isn't it Sony's "The Lover of Four Thousand Gold" that can win the award!

And Sony—

Hehe......

He Roland really doesn't know anything about Oscar operations, but Sony understands!

In that case, just find the other party!

As for why the other party wants to help?

Just because Sony wants to pull me Roland into the gang!

Without saying anything, Roland dialed Mike Madavoy for the Nth time in front of the two.

In the face of Roland's little ancestor's inquiry, although Mike on the other end of the phone was puzzled, he still answered the question well, "Yes, "The Lover of Four Thousand Gold" is operated by Sony Classic, our Chongao company, is there a problem?" ”

"Of course there is a problem, please change it and help me make the "Wedding Banquet"."

“What？”

"Don't What! "The Wedding Banquet" wants to be the best foreign language film, let's follow the rules, you can count me how much money you should charge! ”

"But...... the copyright of "The Lover of Four Thousand Gold" is in our hands! And the copyright of "The Wedding Banquet" is in your hands! ”

"Don't be! If you can't get an idea, report it! Whether it's the American headquarters or the Japanese headquarters, those guys will definitely say that they make my movie! Come on! I'm just waiting for them to get the little golden man! Good bye! ”

Syllable!

Roland hung up the phone......

Because he can't make it clear to Mike, but Sony will definitely make it clear to Mike!

Because Roland did not shy away from it, in the eyes of Ang Lee and James Schamus, his behavior was actually like this - first, when he learned that the two wanted to win the Olympics, he directly gave a sponsorship of 200,000 yuan; secondly, he asked "Farewell My Concubine" suspiciously, and did not express any of his opinions; In the end, I made a phone call inexplicably, dragging the movie that Sony was going to hit the best foreign language film off the horse and replacing it with "The Wedding Banquet......

Although they couldn't figure out what was going on in Roland's little brain, they ......

This special code is simply a benefactor!

No! This is a reborn parent!

When their movie rights couldn't be sold, Roland bought them directly!

Their new movie hasn't been made yet, so Roland asked them to find themselves directly after filming!

They want to rush to the Olympics, and the Oscars are booked with a phone call here!

Right!

Harvey Weinstein's fat guy is really awesome!

But compared to Roland, that's obviously not enough!

If Roland is willing to join Disney now and says he wants to kick Miramax out, then ......

Of course, Disney knows what to choose!

Of course, if the above ideas are appropriately exaggerated, Roland has only shown his influence in business and has never been exposed to the Oscars at all, then his desire for best foreign language film is actually the biggest reason to win!

Because Harvey Weinstein won't scold him!

As a guy who can help Spielberg teach his daughter to rush to the Olympics, he will only scare Roland when his brain is pumped!

The small fish and shrimp in the Hollywood food chain may not know Roland's current situation, so can he, a guy who does the business of rushing to the Olympics, not understand? Best Foreign Language Film is just an inconspicuous little award, Roland can take it if he wants!

And in the case that Weinstein doesn't make a move, Sony can change the film, and the other guys are self-declared......

Who can jump out and fight with Roland?

Roland threw a punch, and the hit was not the movie at all, but the driving force behind the movie, in this case, what was difficult for Ang Lee and James Shams was just a matter of Roland making a phone call and spending some money......

"This ...... Thank you so much...... "Ang Lee, who hasn't figured out what the hell is going on, is very excited.

"We'll settle the PR bills......" I don't understand what happened, but James Schamus is very good.

The Oscars may not be much to Roland, but for them, it's the fastest way to rise!

After seeing the grateful faces of the two opposite, Roland was also very happy!

Although he let "The Wedding Banquet" rush to the Olympics, it was just a temporary idea after he heard about the other party's goal!

But solving three opponents in five minutes gave him a taste of power!

Right!

Oscar-winning foreign language films often produce parallel goods, but the effort of two sentences affects the attribution of an award, and there is a lot of faceliness to say it!

Even if for him, he just didn't have the self-amusement of his subordinates and brought the award back to his company without anyone competing, but for Ang Lee, it can be life-changing!

"I'm just asking them to operate it, and no one knows if it can be successful."

"Besides, the global copyright is in my hands, if I can win the award, my company can also appreciate!"

Roland smiled absently, but it was this smile that made the two opposites nod their heads again and again.

"Yes, yes, we just found a channel...... More than 100 judges, no one knows what they like......"

"Copyright can indeed increase in value, isn't MGM the best example?"

The general response of praise is to hear Roland is straight.

But he didn't dwell too much on this issue, but continued: "Okay, let's not talk about "The Wedding Banquet", your new movie "Eating Men and Women" ......"

"It costs exactly a million." Ang Lee, who has been thinking about the Oscars, is smiling like a flower.

"Like before, I bought out two million?"

"No problem!" James Shams preemptively replied: "We can sign the contract first, and then settle it after the Olympic fee comes down, and we will deduct as much as we spend from the buyout fee, and if it is not enough, we will make up the ......."

Get......

This is the essence of the individual!

Since the other party is so generous, then Roland will not squirm, "Okay, so be it......"

"Now that you're done, let's talk about me."

"I've loved kung fu movies for a long time, but I don't know how the coherent action in the movie is made......"

Before Roland could finish speaking, Ang Lee, who was sitting opposite, raised his eyebrows and said happily: "The coherent movements of kung fu movies? This is actually a problem with the shooting mode......"

"All the kung fu movies you watch should be Bruce Lee's, right?"

"He knows kung fu himself, so he plays fluently."

"But other people who don't know kung fu can actually shoot coherent movements, in our oriental film industry, there is a special position called action director, if you need it, I will go back and ask the boss to help you contact them......"

"I don't know if you've ever heard of Jackie Chan? is now the hottest action movie actor in Xiangjiang, and he is too familiar with my boss. ”

"There's also Woo Ping Yuen, who directed Jackie Chan's personal style films."

Listening to Ang Lee's words like pouring beans on a bamboo tube, Roland—

Very satisfied.

He understood that the other party wanted to vent the excitement in his heart, and wanted to give back in the matter of rushing to the Olympics, but-

Isn't that a good thing?

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