Chapter 1979 1981 [Best Foreign Language Film Award]
? Xiang Nan also remembered the great beauty Naomi Watts after seeing the movie "Mulholland Drive".
She once played the role of Annie, the beauty who turned all living beings upside down and fascinated King Kong in "King Kong" released in 2005. Of course, not only King Kong was fascinated, but also Xiang Nan.
Xiang Nan hopes that she can star in "Mission: Impossible 3" with him, playing the role of Ethan Hunt''s fiancée Julia. He believes that Naomi’s appearance and acting skills can definitely support this role.
?Naomi Watts was naturally excited after receiving Xiang Nan''s invitation.
?Honestly speaking, the movie "Mulholland Drive" has collapsed at the box office. An investment of US$15 million resulted in a box office of US$20 million, causing the company to lose at least US$9 million.
?Such a failed work would be fine if it didn''t bring down her. She didn''t even dare to hope that she could turn around. But she didn''t expect that because of this movie, she actually received an invitation to cooperate with Xiang Nan, and she would also play his fiancée, the most important heroine, in the film.
After hearing the news, Naomi Watts couldn''t believe her ears.
"If you are going to be popular, you will definitely be popular. Charles, this is simply luck from heaven~" her agent hugged her and shouted excitedly.
Naomi was naturally even more excited. When she walked to the red carpet, she still felt excited.
“Charles, thank you.” She said excitedly to Xiang Nan.
"You have thanked me countless times." Xiang Nan said with a smile, "That''s not necessary. I invited you because you are suitable for this role. So if you want to thank me, just thank yourself. If you really want to thank me, then Work hard and don’t disappoint me.”
“Don’t worry, I will definitely work hard.” Naomi said firmly.
?This is her best opportunity. If she can''t seize it, there will really be no place for her in Hollywood.
…
Subsequently, the award ceremony was officially held.
Xiang Nan didn’t pay much attention to the awards.
Because he announced his permanent withdrawal from the selection for the Best Screenplay Award, although "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" was qualified enough to enter the selection for the Best Adapted Screenplay, he was not shortlisted in the end.
Hence, the only thing he is likely to win is the Best Foreign Language Film Award.
?So, he did not pay attention to the award ceremony, but was chatting with Naomi Watts, Zhang Ziyi, Li An and others next to him.
“Director Li, have you decided what to shoot for your next film?” Xiang Nan asked with a smile.
“I haven’t got a clue yet.” Li An waved his hand and smiled.
After "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" became a hit at the box office, Li An received many invitations, including commercial films and artistic films, with a variety of themes, which dazzled Li An.
And the pay is also very impressive. It can be said that as long as he agrees to direct, he can make a lot of money in a short time.
?But in the face of temptation, Li An was still able to control it. He knows that his status is hard-won. If he makes movies randomly, he will probably be abandoned by Hollywood after making two or three bad movies, losing both box office and reputation.
Such cases are not uncommon in Hollywood.
He must control his greed, maintain his original intention, and continue to make good movies, so that he can maintain his status.
?Just like Xiang Nan, with his popularity and status, it doesn’t matter if he makes a few more bad movies. However, he still does not relax his demands and strives to create something new and ensure quality in every work, which is why he has become popular from the 1980s to now. Therefore, he is very picky about his next movie and would rather not make it if there is no good script.
"I have an idea, you can consider it." Xiang Nan smiled, and then told him the story of Frank Abagnale.
Frank Abagnale is a well-known fraud master in the United States. He has been a fraudster since he was sixteen years old. He has impersonated teachers, doctors, lawyers, pilots, etc., and forged checks to defraud millions of dollars. He has become dozens of fraudsters. The country''s most wanted criminal.
?Although he could not escape the law in the end, his legendary experience is still talked about.
?Especially after he was released from prison, not only did the mouse turn into a cat, cooperating with the police to catch fraudsters, he also participated in designing anti-counterfeiting checks, and collected millions of dollars in patent fees every year.
From a prisoner to a winner in life, it is even more enviable. Therefore, he is considered a legend in the United States.
“I think his experience is very suitable for being made into a movie, what do you think?” Xiang Nan asked with a smile.
?Li An nodded after listening.
Frank Abagnale’s experience is indeed legendary. But if we just filmed his deception methods, it would be just a cliche movie and wouldn''t be surprising.
??But if you delve deeper into his mental journey behind committing the fraud, it will be different. Why a gifted and talented young man would embark on a dangerous criminal path is naturally something worth pondering.
“Mr. Ning, I think so too.” He smiled and said to Xiang Nan.
“Then it’s settled, I’ll give you the script later.” Xiang Nan smiled.
…
Not long after the two ended their conversation, it was time to present the award for Best Foreign Language Film.
The presenter was the Spanish beauty Penelope Cruz, who also won the Best Foreign Language Film Award for her movie "All About My Mother" last year.
“The winner of the Best Foreign Language Film Award is “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon,” congratulations to Charles~” Penelope Cruz announced loudly.
?Haunted by everyone''s thunderous applause, Xiang Nan stood up gracefully, hugged Naomi Watts and Zhang Ziyi beside him, and pulled Li An to the podium.
Xiang Nan took the trophy from Penelope and then handed it to Li An, "Thank you to all the judges and fans for your support of "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", and to all the cast and crew in front of and behind the scenes, especially Thanks to Director Li An beside me, without him there would not be such a good movie, thank you~"
After speaking, he stepped aside and gave the stage to Li An.
"I couldn''t take Mr. Ning''s words seriously. The reason why "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" has won everyone''s favor depends on Mr. Ning''s script and the efforts of all the cast and crew in front of and behind the scenes. I am very honored to work with him. Such teamwork." Li An also said with emotion, "I also hope that through this movie, everyone can learn more about Eastern culture, and I hope to be a messenger of cultural communication between the two places. Thank you~"
After delivering their acceptance speeches, the two returned to the stage with the trophy.
“Director Li, you can take this trophy home.” Xiang Nan said with a smile, “I already have several at home.”
“Mr. Ning, thank you very much.” Li An said happily after hearing this.
? He ??has been nominated for several Academy Awards before, but this is the only time he actually won the award. For him, it is really precious and has great commemorative value.
It is really great that Xiang Nan can give it to him and let him take it home.
(End of this chapter)