I’m a Director, I’m Not Bad

Chapter 1077 1072. This place is nice, but it’s not home

“YES!!!”

Shuangwei headquarters.

At the staff seat.

An employee suddenly shouted loudly, accompanied by an exaggerated action of raising his hands high, breaking the tranquility of the company’s slacking off before and after lunch.

But unexpectedly... her cheering did not attract anyone’s attention.

Everyone seemed not to hear it. When the excitement on her face began to spread, the people in the surrounding workstations reacted belatedly and looked at the computer in front of them...

“Win!!!!”

“Brother Xu won!!!”

“Ah!!!!”

“Oh!!!!!!!”

Although everyone was staring at the computer on the surface, the Oscar broadcast screen on their computers had exposed everything.

It turned out that everyone was paying attention.

Everyone was watching.

And just as the employees in the office area cheered, suddenly, the doors of the glass cubicle offices all opened almost at the same time.

The heads of various departments of the company came out in the cheers.

But they did not reprimand anyone.

Everyone seemed to have a telepathic connection, whether employees or management... everyone looked to the innermost part of the company.

The double-row wooden door at the innermost part...

That... is where the boss is.

"Oh, what a pity."

Zeng Jia came out of her office, looked at the closed door of Yang Mi's room, and sighed softly.

Originally, this Oscar could allow everyone to "observe and learn" together.

In this way, everyone can send blessings to Mi Mi at the first time.

The company had already decided to do this. But then the management considered... If Director Xu didn't win the award, wouldn't it make the boss uncomfortable and unable to get off the stage?

So the event was cancelled again.

And now...

Just a minute ago, Director Xu just won... the second Oscar foreign language film statuette in history belonging to China on the other side of the ocean!

This moment with glorious significance in film history... It would be great if everyone could add icing on the cake.

What a pity, it's really a pity.

Missed it.

She sighed... suddenly a little dazed.

A few years ago... when we were in Hengdian, he was just Director Zhang's... follower.

And now...

Things have really changed.

She thought to herself.

And at this moment, in the office.

"..."

"..."

Sun Ting and Yang Mi just stared at the screen on the computer, and neither of them knew what to say.

The whole office was filled with increasingly heavy breathing...

Hearing this, Sun Ting glanced at her sister sitting in the boss chair.

After thinking about it, she thought that her sister should not be angry because Jasmine and Fei Xian'er each kissed Brother Xu.

She should be excited, right?

Yes.

Just now, when Viola Davis read out the name of "Perfect Stranger".

The camera was first given to Brother Xu, and he was almost pulled up by the two actresses around him.

Jasmine was on the right side, hugging Brother Xu with a big kiss.

Next was Fei Xian'er who forcibly turned Brother Xu over.

Also an invincible big kiss.

Even... Liu Yifei cried with excitement.

Everyone in "Perfect" was clapping Brother Xu crazily, sharing this excitement and joy!

Sister's breathing also became heavy from that time.

She shouldn't be angry.

As she was thinking about it, she heard Brother Xu, who finally took the little golden man, say in the computer:

"Thank you, thank you everyone."

As he said that, he looked down at the little golden man in his hand, and suddenly showed a... very strange smile.

Very unnatural.

It was as if he was holding back some emotion.

Brother Xu must be very excited now, right?

Sun Ting was thinking about it, and heard Brother Xu continue to say:

"Thank you, the college. To be honest, this is like a dream... Wow! I mean... Wow!"

He looked at the little golden man in his hand again.

Then he took a deep breath and looked at the camera:

"I want to thank the Academy for awarding me this honor and thank you all for your recognition. At the same time, I thank Paramount, my dream partner. Thank you Mr. Georgia, the producer of "The Wolf of Wall Street". George, my friend. You know what I mean."

The screen instantly switched to the crew of "The Wolf of Wall Street".

A gentleman in a suit and full of old money style nodded and smiled.

"Next, I want to thank Jasmine, thank Giuseppe, Matt, Liu, and all the performers of this story. Thank you for your hard work for this play! Screenwriter Philip... MAN!"

After he said many people's names in one breath, he couldn't help but sigh again while taking a breath.

"Actually, there are many people I want to thank, including all the fans who supported this movie. It is your support and love that have allowed all of us on the "Perfect" crew to reach this point today. It is so dreamy, so... Incredible! But, the little golden figure in my hand reminds me that all of this is real. The reality of dreams! ... Phew, finally, thank you to my motherland for being my fertile land of art. I have achieved so much because I stand on the shoulders of giants! Thank you to Oscar, thank you to the Academy, and finally... I wish you peace in the world!”

"Hua la la la la la..."

During the applause, Brother Xu Xu Xin raised the golden statue high, faced the camera, and made the "V" gesture.

Yang Mi's chest rose and fell violently.

His breath seemed to boil.

It wasn't until the screen switched back to Allen that it slowly calmed down.

Then, having no intention of listening to what Allen said, she said directly to Sun Ting:

"Tingting, go and announce it to everyone. This month everyone in the company will receive a bonus of 10,000 yuan! Let's celebrate! In addition, let the public relations department start working on a publicity plan! This matter... I want people across the country to know about it!"

"I got it, sister!"

Sun Ting nodded and walked out quickly.

After she left, Yang Mi breathed a sigh of relief again.

She seemed a little thirsty and wanted to drink water.

But as soon as she picked up the cup, she realized that... her arms were shaking.

And at the same time...

"Ding ding ding ding..."

Her cell phone ringtone rang like the sound of nature.

I quickly picked it up and took a look...

But slightly disappointed.

Not from my husband, but from friends.

Friends, partners... congratulatory messages quickly poured into WeChat like snowflakes.

Bao Beier: "Sister Mi! Congratulations to Director Xu! Congratulations to Director Xu!!!!"

Baozi: "Ah!!! Sister!!! Ah!!!!!!"

Shishi: "Where are you, coming out to drink?"

Tang Yan: "Wow!!! Ah ha ha ha ha!"

Zhang Xiaofei: "Mimi! Congratulations! Director Xu has won the award!!"

Relatives and friends from all over the world came as promised via WeChat.

All of a sudden, there were seventy or eighty more messages in her phone.

She just watched... watching the friend boxes scrolling one after another on the lighted screen.

Gradually, her grin grew wider and wider.

then……

"oh!!!!!"

"Sister Mi, I love you!!!"

“Long live the boss!!!!”

Listening to the noise outside, finally, the corner of the mouth that was grinning to the limit turned into the most wanton laughter, floating from the office...

"Hey hey hey hey..."

…

"What a fool! Old Xu Niubi!!!"

Holding Di Wei's hand tightly, Wang Sicong's eyes turned red.

Di Wei, whose belly was already bulging, let him hold her and nodded equally hard:

"Uh-huh! Awesome! Awesome!!!!"

Not to mention her husband, even she is excited.

because……

She also has a film contract with the Oscar "Best Director".

"husband……"

"ah!?"

Wang Sicong, who had already started to figure out who should drink and how to celebrate, turned around and said:

"What's wrong?"

"Director Xu and I have another film..."

"Well……"

Si Wei didn't finish her words.

But with the tacit understanding between husband and wife, Wang Sicong already understood the meaning of his lover.

In fact, his first reaction was to resist.

What's the rush?

The baby was born in June.

After a long period of confinement, it’s August...and I went to work right after I was born, making it seem like I don’t have anyone to spare at home.

But... when he saw his wife's eyes that were like burning fire, he suddenly felt relieved.

yes.

My best friend...is the best director at the Oscars.

I have a movie date with my wife...

That's an Oscar director's film appointment!

"good."

He nodded:

"It's okay, I'll accompany you! When Lao Xu comes back, we'll start making arrangements! Whatever you want, I'll accompany you!"

"……hey-hey."

Suddenly, Di Wei smiled.

He smiled and opened his hands:

"Husband~~hug~"

"Hehe~"

The couple, newly married for a few months, hugged each other lovingly on the sofa.

Watching the Oscar Awards ceremony on TV, Wang Sicong said softly:

"Lao Xu is... so awesome this time!"

"Director Xu's commercial value should be number one in the country right now, right?"

His wife's words quickly gained his approval:

"Yes, number one."

Although both of them understand that the industry generally knows that in terms of artistry, the top three in Europe are superior.

But when it comes to commercial value...it can't compare to Hollywood.

Not as good as Oscar.

This is a definite fact.

The title of "Oscar Best Foreign Language Film" director is a huge recognition of commercial value for any director!

Lao Xu is no exception!

…

"well……"

Inside Zhang Yimou's studio.

Zhang Yimou, who was still making final adjustments, suddenly let out a sigh when he saw his disciple holding up the statuette.

At this moment, he was more than just himself.

Pang Liwei, Zhang Mo, Zhou Xiaofeng, including Chen Ting, who was holding a plate of fruit in her hand and her posture was almost frozen... many people were there.

Since the children got their household registration, the family moved from Wuxi to Yanjing.

Especially after the supernatural "turmoil" appeared, the children were finally able to walk openly in the sun.

There is no need to avoid anything anymore.

As a result, Chen Ting took over all the daily care of her husband's daily life.

He has a bad stomach.

If you don't eat on time, you will get heartburn.

Under this period of care, Zhang Yimou also gained an extra layer of flesh on his face.

Feeling much better.

This time at the Oscars, Xiao Xu was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film, and everyone has been paying close attention to it. Naturally, you won’t miss the award ceremony at this moment.

When Xiao Xu won the award, everyone was very excited.

But now after watching Xiao Xu step off the stage and hearing her husband sigh, Chen Ting came back to her senses. After putting the fruit on the table, she looked at him again.

After seeing him looking at the TV with complicated eyes, he thought about it and said:

"Why are you sighing? You have to be happy for Xiao Xu."

"Of course I'm happy for him."

Zhang Yimou glanced at his wife speechlessly:

"He has just become the second Chinese national to win the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film Director. This is something that can be written into the history of Chinese film. The most important thing is that he is only 28 years old and has a bright future. I am definitely happy for him."

As he spoke, he suddenly shook his head again, sighed, and said to Zhang Mo:

"Tell him to come find me when he returns to China."

"What do you want to do?"

Zhang Mo's eyes were full of confusion.

"..."

Not only his daughter, but also others looked at him with doubts...

Zhang Yimou thought for a while and said:

"Teach him lessons."

"???"

With that said, he stood up and returned to the studio amidst everyone's doubtful gazes.

In fact, his meaning is very simple.

Maybe the angle is different.

What he saw... was slightly different from others.

It must be admitted that this award is a great recognition for Xiao Xu, and it can almost be said to be as significant as a milestone.

but……

He was a little scared.

Or a contradiction.

The secondary conflict is...he actually wants to win this award too. Now that he has been acquired by his disciple... I feel quite complicated.

But it doesn't matter.

The most important thing is... he remembered what the two of them had said back then.

He once said: Money is good and bad for you. The good thing is that you don’t have to be burdened by money like everyone else. But the bad thing is... you are born with less desires than others.

At the age when he understood destiny and had a clear ear, he always looked at things from a long-term perspective.

What he was afraid of was that Xiao Xu's hook would no longer be able to hook the soil called art.

His good friend Li Eucalyptus once directed a superhero movie "The Hulk" after winning the best foreign language film for "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon"... Frankly speaking, it was a complete failure.

In his words, that is: I thought I could do anything. But in fact it is not. I was just overwhelmed by the flood of money and honors.

The cost of more than 100 million yuan resulted in a global box office of more than 200 million yuan.

Pounced into a mess.

But the root cause can be attributed to the same sentence.

Hollywood suddenly opened its door to him. All resources were at his fingertips, and all links were given the green light.

He has no limits.

There is no need to consider whether the style matches.

It was as if...Hollywood had completely recognized his talent at that moment, and no matter what he did, there would be capital to cover it for him.

What's more... the cost of 150 million around 2000, what is the concept?

Zhang Yimou asked himself that he could not refuse this temptation.

But it turns out that when the treasure opens the door to a newcomer, what greets him is not always a good thing.

There are also countless troubles.

As for how much trouble it would be... Frankly speaking, he didn't know.

Because he never won an Oscar.

But the experience of his old friend made him understand... It is difficult for Chinese-language movies to produce such a good idea.

Sober-minded and talented...

He must not let bad things destroy him.

When the torrent comes, no matter how clear-headed he thinks he is, he will be dragged into it and rotated back and forth in the big dye vat... And when the tide recedes, he is still not the same person as he used to be, and then no one can Hard to say.

So before that, I had to "teach him a lesson".

Not for myself.

Not for the so-called commercial value, fans, honor, etc.

Just for...the future of Chinese-language films!

"well……"

The frowning old man sat on the chair and sighed again.

…

this day.

The news that Xu Xin won the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film swept the entire country.

Oscar's profound radiation has also made his name known to more and more people around the world.

It can be said to be sensational.

The boiling emotions of countless netizens turned into an invisible push at this moment, making people crazily want to know everything about Xu Xin, "Perfect" and so on.

In the end, after "12 Years a Slave" won the best picture, the entire Oscar was finally settled.

truth.

For the next nearly two hours, Xu Xin was in a sage mode.

The congratulations and noises around him, the messages clamoring for him to return home to treat guests to dinner, etc...

It's like the whole world has become a little different.

And finally, as usual, there was a press conference.

All winners must attend.

He is also included.

only……

This time he has many more "friends".

As he walked all the way to the press conference, those beautiful, tall, black, and white beauties of all kinds would give him the most gorgeous smiles.

Those sunny, handsome, tangible, melancholy... all kinds of handsome guys will take the initiative to say hello to him.

He took the "Perfect" program team along this road, just like walking on a gorgeous and prosperous road.

Even when Xu Xin first arrived at the venue, Li Zi, who was blocked by the media and wanted to gossip about how he felt after missing the Oscar, took the initiative to say hello when he saw him:

"Hey Xu, congratulations!"

"Thanks, Leonardo."

Xu Xin politely thanked him, and then saw the reporters swarming in...

"Xu, congratulations on becoming the second Chinese person to win an Oscar. How do you feel now?"

"Xu, what are your next plans in Hollywood?"

"When will your new work be shot? Do you have any follow-up plans?"

He was overwhelmed with questions.

After finally answering the reporters' questions, Xu Xin finally saw a familiar face.

"Director Xu, congratulations!"

"Reporter from the movie channel?"

Xu Xin took a look at their TV6 work passes, and the smile on his face became much more natural.

"Yes, Director Xu, can I interview you with a few questions?"

"Okay, okay...you can ask whatever you want, and I will tell you everything."

After he responded, he turned his head left and right and asked:

"What about the rest?"

"We have finished interviewing Miss Liu Yifei, and Miss Jasmin and the others have also interviewed her. They said they will wait for you outside."

"good."

Xu Xin nodded, looked around, and said:

"Let's find a quiet place."

He took the initiative to lead these reporters to a corner.

There are very few people here.

"Director Xu, then... how about you share your feelings with us first?"

"If you feel it..."

He thought for a while and suddenly handed over the trophy in his hand:

"Weigh it up?"

"..."

"..."

"..."

Including reporters, several buddies were a little dazed at the same time.

But after the reporter reacted, his eyes lit up.

He quickly reached out and took it carefully.

I immediately felt the heavy weight of Oscar.

After everyone, including the photographer, felt the feel of the trophy, when the trophy was returned to Xu Xin's hands, they heard him say:

"Actually, I don't have any special feelings in my heart right now...don't look at me like that. What I said is true...I understand the meaning of this honor, but it's empty in my mind right now. I know...maybe what I said Everyone will find it strange when they see it, but I feel really empty in my heart now, maybe because I am so happy... In short...this is my truest thought."

We are our own people and have no moles.

No need to lie.

In front of the elders in his hometown, he expressed his truest feelings.

But after the reporter heard this, he showed an understanding look. After nodding, he continued to ask:

"Then... is there anyone in particular you want to share with us through our lens? For example, your wife?"

Xu Xin was happy.

Continue to shake your head:

"To be honest, I still haven't... Don't look at me like that. It's not that I'm uncooperative. What I wanted to say was finished with Yang Mi more than an hour ago. She's waiting for me to come home and reward me with mutton stew. Hey. Hey, you can ask another question..."

"Hahaha……"

Perhaps the tone was too playful, which made everyone smile unconsciously.

When the reporter saw this, he thought about it and said:

"Director Xu, what I care about most is the last paragraph of your acceptance speech. You said that you are grateful to the artistic soil of our country for cultivating you. The reason why you have achieved such achievements is because you stand on the shoulders of giants... …Can you explain the meaning of this passage?”

"Can."

The smile on Xu Xin's face slowly faded.

Becoming serious:

"What I mean is actually what I expressed. Film is an art, and the development of art is a process of collision, absorption, integration, and coexistence. Just like the movie "Perfect". During the filming, I As I told you, the setting of "Perfect" is very small, and all the story development is limited to a mobile phone and a family gathering.

Although the sparrow is small, it has all the internal organs.

In terms of lens language, I mostly use the texture of oil paintings. You can find that the shots in the movie are almost fixed. Each scene is composed of a constant oil painting through the setting, lighting, actors' clothing, art, etc.

But oil painting sometimes seems rigid, so I tried to integrate the freehand style of Chinese painting to expand and enlarge the entire perspective space... Oh, yes, I have included this lens theory in my doctoral thesis. , interested friends can check it after publication...

In short, what I want to express is that the film "Perfect" is not just a story, but also an attempt on my part. I want to integrate the Eastern aesthetics and Western aesthetics in my mind through my own understanding. This is a fusion of art and a fusion of culture.

In terms of integration, I always feel that our five-thousand-year-old civilization is taking the most correct path. It is tolerant, open, humble, yet at the same time progressive. While forging ahead, he also maintains a humble heart. We always have goodwill and enthusiasm for the world, and use a more open attitude to welcome the beautiful fireworks produced by the collision of art and culture...

It is precisely because this hot land has such soil that the treasures of world culture are more colorful.

And I was just a lucky person who picked up a shell on the beach.

This is the temperament of our culture and civilization, and it is also the romantic gene in the bones of every Chinese person. Without this gene, "Perfect" may not be able to reach this level... Therefore, based on this film that has received recognition, I hope that more and more filmmakers will produce excellent works in the future. Chinese-language movies that draw on the strengths of others and are in full bloom will definitely reach a higher level.

That's what I want to say. "

"..."

"..."

"..."

truth.

Many people did not understand these words.

Because Xu Xin spoke quickly, there was almost no pause or thinking.

And these words didn’t feel like an acceptance speech, but rather like a report.

But... they understand the meaning.

But the meaning is not very straightforward. On the contrary, it has been modified with rhetoric, giving it a sense of déjà vu that it can be published directly without polishing at all.

What is this?

Export is in order?

It looks strange.

Because Director Xu’s answer was somewhere between written and spoken language.

The meaning is obviously very straightforward, but it is also packaged with something... Everyone is familiar with it, but some people cannot learn it no matter how familiar they are.

Very powerful.

Can't fault it.

Very sincere.

But it feels a bit cloudy and foggy...

Is Director Xu’s level so high?

…

When Xu Xin walked outside, his first reaction was to light a cigarette.

Then, he saw Lao Qian standing aside and smiling at him on the road leading to the parking lot.

"George."

Xu Xin quickly walked out of the passage, smiled and opened his arms.

"Ha ha."

Lao Qian also opened his hands.

The two completed a big hug:

"Xu, congratulations!"

"No, congratulations to us!"

Xu Xin was filled with emotion...

Being able to win the best foreign language film... why outsiders don't mention it, he knows it himself.

Paramount must have spent a lot of effort on this public relations.

A well-established Hollywood company...

Tsk.

But equally, their gains are definitely not small.

Half-and-half box office revenue, and North American DVD revenue...

This also includes money from streaming websites, which also take a large share.

Although compared with the global revenue of "Perfect", it can't compare.

But in North America alone... including the box office and DVD, Xu Xin estimates that at least "Perfect" can create profits of more than 150 million to 200 million.

And this benefit is far-reaching.

The kind that makes money every year.

Everyone is very satisfied.

But unfortunately this is not the place to talk.

And Lao Qian obviously knew it too.

There were so many people and so the two of them walked directly in the direction of the car.

Xu Xin asked:

""The Wolf of Wall Street"..."

Lao Qian smiled and shook his head:

"It doesn't matter, Xu. There will always be a chance."

"Um."

"What are you going to do next? The company will have a celebration party tomorrow, and then... believe me, there will be a lot of film appointments waiting for you."

Hearing Lao Qian's words, Xu Xin suddenly shook his head:

"Not yet, George."

Lao Qian was stunned.

I saw him taking a deep breath of cigarette and shaking his head firmly:

"I have to go back to my country."

"……ah?"

Lao Qian was a little surprised.

At this time, if you don’t take advantage of the popularity of the Oscars and quickly expand your business channels... what will you do when you return to China?

The popularity of the Oscars lasts for a week at most. Everyone hopes that during this week, through the fame brought by the Oscars, they can pave their way in five or ten years.

Are you going back to your country?

Facing his unexpected look, Xu Xin shrugged and said with a smile:

"Director Zhang is looking for me."

Just now, he saw the news about Zhang Mo.

The old man looked for him.

Although he didn't know what to do...he really wanted to go back.

On the one hand, I want to share my joy with everyone before Cannes.

On the other hand, look at what the old man is doing to you.

As for the rest...

Don't think about it now.

Although he also knew that this was the best time to get more opportunities.

but……

Again.

No matter how good Hollywood is...

It's not home either.