Hollywood Secret Garden

Chapter 662 Oscar

"This is the seventh time that Angela has been nominated for the best director. If I were the chairman of the film academy, I would definitely be sweating in my hands," the host on the TV screen squeezed his chin and said seriously, "From Since 98, Angela has lost 6 times in a row-well, whether it is [-] consecutive nominations or [-] consecutive losses, it has become a record in Oscar history-no matter how you look at it, she should win To a best director trophy."

Speaking of this, he made a somewhat exaggerated gesture: "But we all know that the Oscar judges are sometimes very interesting, and the louder the voice, the harder it is to win the award. Think about this year, "The Aviator" was once again shortlisted for the best award. How many times did the director, Martin Scorsese, get this statuette? I sometimes even think that if it wasn't for Angela two years ago, he probably wouldn't have won the best director. "

The host who was talking to the camera suddenly sighed: "She almost won the best director last year, will she be a little bit worse this year? God knows. "John Rabe" is an excellent film. Movies, Angela's exquisite technique moved everyone, and the Illinois government website even organized a special section to introduce Ms. Vautrin. But the judges often don't think so, they always think too much about things other than movies Question, this point has been continuously proven in Angela's consecutive nominations. Now there are fanatics claiming that the Oscars will no longer award the best director to Angela, so they will boycott the Oscars from now on. What will the judges do? Let's wait and see!"

Angela put down the cup in her hand and chuckled before turning off the TV. She bounced her fingers on the armrest a few times, and she picked up the phone and called out: "Hi, Jack, I just watched the ABC show, it's not bad. .You can make their words a little bit sharper. Anyway, I want them to tell the film academy judges that they owe me something."

Speaking of this, she hesitated for two seconds, and then said in a positive tone: "In addition, you can find a way to use other channels to inadvertently reveal to them that if I still lose this year, then I will publicly announce that I will not participate in the competition in the future." Oscar race. Of course, don’t make it seem like I’m blackmailing them — although I am. I know it’s probably unnecessary, I’m just trying to make sure, and I’m not talking about it.”

After putting down the phone, she breathed a sigh of relief, and shifted her gaze to the computer screen. The webpage opened on it was in Chinese. "John Rabe" was nominated for seven Oscars, of course the Chinese are the happiest, because Jiang Wen was nominated for Best Supporting Actor!Frankly speaking, when Angela asked the company to nominate Jiang Wen for Best Supporting Actor, she just had the mentality of trying it out. She didn't expect that the Academy of Film actually gave a nomination, which was really surprising.

However, if the estimate is correct, it is only a nomination. It is almost impossible for Jiang Wen to break the record and obtain a statuette as a citizen of mainland China. Even if the nomination is mostly for Angela's sake.

But this is enough to make the Chinese excited and even crazy. After all, the heavy Oscar plot is not so easy to erase, not to mention that the Japanese Ken Watanabe was nominated for Best Supporting Actor last year.What's more, Jiang Wen was nominated for Best Supporting Actor for a movie based on the Nanjing Massacre. Even if he didn't get the little golden man, it's still... a kind of victory, right?

Therefore, even the critical texts that were active on the Internet for a while have temporarily disappeared, and the box office of movies in mainland China has exceeded 1.5 million.And with the Oscar nomination becoming more concerned, coupled with Huayi's publicity and limited support from the Chinese government, the final box office is likely to reach 2 million.This is the Chinese box office in China from 04 to 05. Even if it lost the Japanese market, Pixar still did not lose money, and the European box office still made a small fortune.

That's it, it's an extra gift.Angela thought as she browsed through the text.It's just a pity for Heinz and Steve, their performances can be nominated for leading actor and supporting actor.Especially the latter, if it wasn't for Jiang Wen, the nomination for Best Supporting Actor should belong to him.

Of course, for Steve, who has spent countless years in Hollywood, it doesn't matter whether he is nominated or not.

"Then, now there is only the last step left for me." After turning off the computer, Angela came to the balcony, squinted her eyes and clenched her fists in the low temperature breeze and murmured.

Is "John Rabe" good?Of course, if you look at the endless film reviews, you will know that the film she made with what she has learned is no less than the previous works, maybe half as bad as "The Pianist" and "Schindler's List" Raised, but only half-raised.

The response was indeed not as great as the original "The Pianist", but the related debates continued, which is exactly what Angela wanted to see.A huge wave will only arouse the resentment of the mainstream society, but the continuous but not strong debate has to make them put this topic on the bright side.

Moreover, Alice Zhang's foundation for studying the Holocaust has gained popularity, especially after Angela donated all proceeds from "John Rabe" to the past.At the same time, the Chinese Federation also made public statements to accuse the Japanese at that time, and to thank Rabe, Weitling and others who had rescued refugees. It doesn't matter whether my uncle thinks he's playing for an Oscar.

In short, she is very satisfied with the result. For a long time, various things about Nanjing in World War II will become an indispensable topic in American life, especially for fans who are national idols.

So there was only the last step left in everything. The excitement, excitement and anticipation that had reached the last moment filled Angela's heart, and even made her forget something for a while.

In this way, the time came to February 2, and the 28th Academy Awards ceremony was officially held.

There was a noise of crowds rushing outside the Kodak Theater, and the giant statuette erected high on the open space indicated the opening of this feast. Countless movie fans and reporters were running back and forth at the designated place, looking for those who were invited to attend star figure.

Reporters are especially active. There will never be news on the red carpet of the Oscars, such as clashes of shirts, feuds, secret wars, competitions, and so on.There's always news to write about if they want to, especially this Oscars.

"I have definite news that she will definitely participate." A reporter vowed to his colleagues.

"Who knows," another person shook his head, "after 98 years, except for the 75th session with "Brokeback Mountain", when did she attend the Oscar ceremony?"

"Perhaps because of this, the Oscar judges refused to award her the best director." Someone said jokingly.At this moment, there was a huge commotion from the end of the red carpet, followed by cheers from mountains and tsunamis.

Many male and female stars on the red carpet looked over there with jealousy, but soon they returned to normal. Just think about the achievements of that woman, and you will know that it is very normal for her to enjoy such cheers thing.

Although everyone around was stunned for two seconds after the woman got out of the car—this should be the second time she wore a black trousers suit to attend the Oscars—the reporter who was closest immediately reacted and turned the microphone Handed it over: "Miss Angela, this is your record seventh consecutive nomination for best director. Do you think it is possible to get your own honor this year?"

"It's not certain, after all, the right to judge is in the hands of the judges, not me." Angela replied with her usual charming smile, "It's pointless to speculate before the results are announced."

"You have received four more nominations this time. Do you think you will break the record you held at the 69 Oscars?" the reporter asked obliquely.

"You should ask the judges, not me." Angela smiled and shook her head.

"Miss Angela, there are activities in many places to investigate the crimes committed by the Japanese during World War II. What do you think of this?" Another reporter interjected.

"If there are mistakes, we must admit and correct them, just like we once forgot those people who should be respected, but we finally found them back and did not face and hide our mistakes at all." Angela replied seriously.

This answer immediately made many people look proud, and Angela's division strategy was obviously very effective.

"You made such an anti-war film, is it because you are dissatisfied with Mr. President's policies?" Pride is pride, they will still ask what should be asked, for example, now it is about the cowboy president.

"War is always the worst option at the end." Angela replied in a non-questioning way.

After answering two more questions, Angela walked straight into the theater. Even if someone she knew greeted her halfway, she just smiled and pointed at the theater and nodded.Only the heartfelt cries of fans holding up homemade signs reading "Angela is the best" can keep her going for a few seconds.

Although she didn't see some figures on the red carpet, although her head was filled with matters related to "John Rabe" during this period, it doesn't mean that she can maintain it on this occasion. Meet them politely.

regret?hatred?or pain?Angela doesn’t know and doesn’t want to know now.

Entering the theater along the passage, there are already many people sitting in the large venue.Angela quickly found the location of the "John Rabe" crew. After greeting everyone, she sat in her seat, then turned her head to look at the people behind her with a smile and asked in Chinese: "How do you feel? Walking the red carpet in America?"

"There is no difference." Jiang Wen shrugged lazily, but there was still some color between his brows.

"Do you want me to congratulate you in advance for winning the Best Supporting Actor?" Angela asked jokingly.

"Forget it, it's pretty good to have a nomination," Jiang Wen shook his head, he was obviously a sensible person, "I didn't expect to really get it—by the way, they all said that you should at least have the last one." Nominations for Best Actress or Best Supporting Actress, what's going on?"

"It's nothing, that movie wasn't going to compete for the Oscars." Angela shrugged.

That movie is naturally Spielberg's "Happy Terminal". Most people like her performance beyond her age very much, and think that she is fully qualified to win another Oscar for Best Supporting Actress or even Best Actress. .But "Happy Terminal" did not report to the organizing committee to participate in the competition. Spielberg's explanation is: DreamWorks has other arrangements this year.

One can imagine how many people complained or even protested this decision?However, in Angela's eyes, this is a good thing. She said that she would not compete for the acting award when Spielberg called to inquire. Indicates balance or compensation.

But it doesn't matter, anyway, just like what she said to Sparrow, if she loses again, she will definitely announce publicly that she will no longer participate in the Oscar competition in the future.

As the guests attending the award ceremony entered the arena one by one, the theater was finally filled, and the lights gradually dimmed amidst the noisy sound, and the music began to play.As if getting a signal, the voices of people's conversations began to decrease, and then applause broke out.

It lasted for about 1 minute, and the large screen hanging above the stage became brighter, and then in the brisk sound, countless movie clips began to flash across it, including silent films, black and white films, and color films, as well as those from five or 60 years ago. It was released, accompanied by a low commentary: "Since the birth of movies, we have been under their influence..."

This opening remark explained the charm of the movie so well that there was warm applause from the audience after the end.As the screen rose, this year's host, black comedy star Chris Rock, stepped out from behind with a microphone.

"Thank you, thank you all." He said loudly with a smile.

The applause became more and more enthusiastic.People in the first few rows even stood up and applauded, accompanied by the soundtrack of "Terminator 2", and the scene was very funny.After saying thank you countless times, Locke had to shout angrily: "Okay, okay, you all sit down for me."

There was laughter at the scene, and the music finally stopped.

He shook his head helplessly, followed by a change of expression, and said in a solemn and loud voice: "Welcome to the 77th and last Oscars ceremony."

People laugh.

I have to admit that he is really good at enlivening the atmosphere, but he likes to be sarcastic too much. From Clinder Eastwood to Cuba Godin Jr. to Jude Law, he has never let go, and Angela can't escape naturally.

"It would be great if I were a super rich man, so I can make any movie I want without worrying about losing money." Locke sighed and said, his exaggerated expression was exchanged for a low laugh.

Angela shrugged disapprovingly. In fact, this should be considered good. You must know that Jude Law's face changed because of his irony.Fortunately, Locke also knew that enough was enough, and soon began the awarding of the first award, which was still the best supporting actor as before.