Chapter 35 Signing up for the Most Competitive Track in Cannes? ! Are You Getting Cocky?

After a short interview.

A group of people came to the underground parking lot.

The film and television celebrities are all great people. I quickly remembered that Director Chen came by taxi!

A crowd gathered around him.

"Brother Chen, let me take you back."

"I'm coming, I'm on my way!"

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In this situation, no one is suitable for Chen Xiao to choose.

At this moment, Wang Zhan walked up to Chen Xiao and said with a smile: "Xiao Chen, there are reporters outside. I'll take you back. I just want to talk to you about something."

Seeing the big boss speaking and labeling him as having trouble, the others left angrily.

Chen Xiao smiled and said, "Thank you, Mr. Wang. I happen to have something I want to talk to you about."

He did come to Wang Zhan for something.

I want the public to see this movie and gain emotional value.

Being released in the country and causing a sensation is only the first step.

Next, he will push "Titanic" to the international stage.

The Cannes Film Festival will be held in country F next month and is currently recruiting films.

This is one of the three major film festivals in the world, with extremely high gold content.

This stage is worthy of "Titanic".

Chen Xiao and Wang Zhan opened the car door and got into the low-key car.

After fastening his seat belt, Chen Xiao went straight to the point: "Mr. Wang, I would like to discuss with you about participating in the film festival."

Wang Zhan's eyes lit up.

Isn't this a coincidence?

He also wanted to talk to Chen Xiao about participating in the film festival.

Wang Zhan smiled happily and said: "We thought of going together. The Golden Rooster and Hundred Flowers Film Festival will be held next month. If "Titanic" participates, the best feature film will definitely be ours!"

Chen Xiao pursed his lips, remained silent for a moment and continued: "Mr. Wang, what I'm talking about is...the Cannes Film Festival."

Wang Zhan's smile faltered and he looked at Chen Xiao with wide eyes.

Cannes? !

The awards at the Cannes Film Festival are considered to be one of the most difficult awards to win in the global film industry!

It’s your first film and you want to go to Cannes?

this……

Wang Zhanyu said earnestly: "Do you know how many films from our country have won Cannes awards so far?"

Chen Xiao shook his head.

Wang Zhan said solemnly: "17. Including short films and various awards added together, there are 17 in total."

As soon as he said this, Wang Zhan saw Chen Xiao frowning slightly, as if he was thinking about something.

He finally breathed a sigh of relief.

It seems that this kid can listen, so that's good.

Just as he thought this, Chen Xiao's calm voice sounded in his ears.

"It seems that the previous situation has nothing to do with whether we win awards or not?"

Wang Zhan was stunned by his rhetorical question and didn't know how to answer for a moment.

Hey, forget it.

Newborn calves are not afraid of tigers.

If you want to go, just go.

Anyway, the registration fee is only a few thousand yuan.

If you fail the primary election, no one will know about it and there will be no shame.

He remembers that the Cannes Film Festival is divided into several units, which simply means different tracks.

There is a unit called "A Attention Unit", which mainly focuses on the works of newcomers, focusing on works with unique perspectives and novel styles.

Compared with the "main competition unit" where big players gather, it is much more friendly to newcomers.

You might as well try this track.

"Since you insist so much, then apply! If we really win the prize in the 'Un Certain Regard' unit, the value of the entire crew will double! You can be called a god!"

Wang Zhan patted him on the shoulder, and there was a surge of expectation in his heart.

However, that weak expectation has just sprouted...

"Mr. Wang, I suggest you sign up for the competition unit."

The budding expectations were instantly extinguished by Chen Xiao.

Wang Zhan glanced at him speechlessly.

Forget it, he figured it out.

This kid has never understood the Cannes Film Festival. Is he dreaming here?

Wang Zhan sighed lightly and said sincerely: "Then you have to compete with the big international directors. You are still young. In a few decades, you may indeed be able to win awards in the main competition. But it is not suitable now. "Titanic" It is in line with the aesthetics of the Chinese people, but it may not be in line with the aesthetics of the world market. Why not apply for a special attention unit that is friendly to newcomers? If you are lucky enough to win an award, you, as a newcomer, can directly join the ranks of our country's top directors!"

Chen Xiao smiled.

Mr. Wang is developing his career in China and does not know much about the international market and the tastes of foreigners.

But he is very sure that this film will definitely meet the aesthetics of the world market!

After all, in the original world, once "Titanic" came out, it won 11 Oscars in the following year alone.

Of course it is in line with the aesthetics of other countries’ markets.

Chen Xiao smiled slightly and said in a positive tone: "I'm sure it is in line with the aesthetics of foreign markets. Mr. Wang, if this movie wins the Palme d'Or or the Best Screenplay Award, as a producer, I would like to express my gratitude to you." I shouldn’t need to tell you about my status.”

Wang Zhan chuckled.

Jiahao status?

If it really wins the Palme d'Or, as a producer, Jiahao will definitely become the most famous film and television company in China, and even go overseas.

As a director, Chen Xiao will join the ranks of the top directors in the country.

Even though he is only 23 years old, no senior dares to look down upon him.

But... isn't this just a dream?

You know, no domestic film has ever won the Palme d'Or!

For the first film a newcomer made, he wanted to win the country's first Palme d'Or, but he was too embarrassed to say it outside for fear of being laughed at.

Wang Zhan was silent for a moment, and then sighed softly.

That’s all.

Who hasn't dreamed when they were young?

He hadn't planned to let this movie go to Cannes.

Since the director insisted on letting it go, then let it go. Just treat it as a gift to this talented director.

"It's up to you, then apply for the main competition unit. But you have to go to the Golden Rooster Awards, right?"

"Okay."

Chen Xiao smiled and agreed.

The Golden Rooster Awards, sometimes, a little watery.

But anyway, you can go to Cannes, and as for the Golden Rooster Awards, Mr. Wang can go if he wants.

This year, the registration for the Cannes Film Festival will close on October 5.

The shortlisted films will be announced on October 20, and then the jury will review the shortlisted films.

On November 10, a 12-day film festival will be held in Country F.

That's not far away, just a month later.

Seeing Chen Xiao remained silent, Wang Zhan asked casually, "What are you thinking about?"

Chen Xiao touched his chin and answered casually, "I'm thinking about how to ask for leave from the next crew? Well, if I really can't spare the time, I'll go to receive an award on the last day."

Wang Zhan rolled his eyes in disdain.

You brat, you're so proud.

Taking time to receive an award at the Cannes Film Festival... You're so proud, why don't you go to the sky?

Go ahead, go ahead.

Young people can only be down-to-earth after a setback.

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