Eight hours later, the World Science Fiction Film Festival, which originally did not attract much attention, became the center of attention. In the past, it was a paradise for science fiction lovers and a gathering place for industry insiders.
"Crossing the Yalu River in high spirits. After crossing the Yalu River, you will reach the Korean Peninsula, so you are right to say that you are a dragon crossing the river!"
As the chairman of the jury, Colin Cecil looked at the judges in front of him and said: "We have received many different films recently, including 28 science fiction feature films and 31 science fiction short films. What do you think, guys? Can a movie be shortlisted?"
Another judge, Charlie, pressed down with his hand and said: "Relax, relax, being famous does not mean that the movie must be wonderful. I know this writer, many of his works have been adapted into science fiction movies, and now I I don’t know what it will be like when I shoot it.”
The press conference did not last long. The chairman of the jury, Colin, came to the stage with a piece of paper and sat down. He said through the microphone: "I have never seen so many media reporters. You make me a little scared. In order to avoid It's a waste of time, I'd better tell the list quickly. The last four nominees of this film festival are "The Matrix" directed by Lin Han, "Rainbow Bridge" directed by Jiang Tengjiansheng, Spanish director Ralph Quique "Phantom of Barcelona" and French director Gibson Rossini's "Metro".
When serving as a judge at a film festival, watching movies is a must. They have to select outstanding works from so many movies to enter the nomination list.
If the film does not win the award but is taken by those two Korean films, then he will probably become an Internet sinner. Netizens' stance is sometimes so unstable and they simply judge heroes based on their success or failure!
When the film festival officially begins, they will watch and discuss it again and again.
"These four outstanding works will be shown to you at the official opening of the film festival. Each one is a standout. We sincerely invite all journalists to attend the opening ceremony. The opening film is "Monster of the Han River"."
There are 6 judges plus a jury chairman. Colin Cecil does not want to damage the reputation of the film festival for decades. He comes from Hollywood and has participated in the production of many popular films. His own science fiction films have also won awards. Having won a Saturn Award and an Oscar nomination, he has rich qualifications.
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Colin clapped his hands, picked up the disc of "The Matrix" and started to play it, "Let's take a look at this work first, gentlemen, today's task is quite heavy."
Sina Entertainment: "According to foreign media reports, Lin Han's self-written and directed science fiction film "The Matrix" has been shortlisted for the main competition unit of the World Science Fiction Film Festival and will compete for the Lighthouse Award. This is the first Chinese film to be shortlisted for this award. The media is very optimistic about this.”
Phoenix Entertainment: "At the last moment, Lin Han joined hands with "The Matrix" to be shortlisted, and the science fiction battle between China and South Korea is about to be announced. Our reporters have rushed to Seoul to bring the fastest and most authentic front-line reports!"
Lin Han's works will be exhibited at the exhibition, and he fully supports it. In the absence of big-budget Hollywood movies, "The Matrix" will obviously be the focus of media attention!
With Lin Han and "The Matrix" as a big killer, and it also involves China and South Korea, netizens are most concerned about it, so the media are also rushing to Seoul.
"According to the publicity plan, there was no need to participate in this film festival, but Teacher Lin silently submitted the film to the competition, hoping to make Korean fans wake up and stop daydreaming."
Lin Han brought them hope, which also put a lot more pressure on Lin Han and his group.
"Can you briefly talk about Lin Han's movie?"
"I watched his last film, and to be honest, when I saw the last Easter egg part, I was completely convinced that there really is such a person who is immortal and is living among us. This time, the film he challenged is very large-scale, Hope it brings surprises.”
There was nothing wrong with the host's film being the opening film, but the reporters didn't want to know about the film at all. They raised their hands and started asking questions in English.
"Park, we are the judges of the film festival, and we must be fair and impartial. Only when you have watched the film with your own eyes can you make a conclusion." Colin reminded, he felt that the film festival needed such a A controversial blockbuster, otherwise there would be no news.
No matter how good the words are, it is better to take action directly, so when the nomination list was announced, netizens immediately started to praise Lin Han!
The reporters were overjoyed that there was indeed "The Matrix"!
The chairman did not reveal the outcome of the film, trying to remain as neutral as possible, but today's news is already there.
"As a friendly reminder, Korean stickmen have a lot of dirty tricks. Teacher Lin, please don't fall for them."
"Today I suddenly started to envy the people in Seoul. Why did they get to see "The Matrix" first at the film festival!"
Now all the top media are gathered together, waiting for Colin to announce the final list of nominations. They want to know what will happen with the China-South Korea war that is abuzz on the Internet, and whether any Chinese science fiction movies will be shortlisted!
“It’s been two years since the Hanlin Academy’s Seoul Branch was established, now it’s time for us to show our talents!”
If it succeeds, Lin Han will be a national hero; if it fails, Lin Han will be a historical sinner.
The news that Galaxy Pictures sent "The Matrix" to compete did not deliberately spread. Everyone in the company had the same idea. Anyway, everyone would know after the nominations were announced, and there was no need to specifically inform others.
Fortunately, South Korea is not far away. There are many flights. Those with passports and visas can fly there directly. These reporters are still wondering whether they can meet Lin Han by chance on a plane or at the airport!
Different countries, different cultural backgrounds, and career differences, everyone has different ideas, but in the final analysis, the judging criterion is the movie itself!
"Mr. Lin, does this count as taking orders at a critical moment? Cui Yongjun has finally shut up now. He must have found the black spots after seeing the quality of the movie."
"Teacher Lin, come on, no matter what the final result is, we are your strong backing!"
"There is a Japanese anime called Kuroko's Basketball..."
Miao Hong was sitting on the plane talking to Lin Han. He didn't want Lin Han to bear so much pressure.
"Mr. Cecil, may I ask, when did you sign up for "The Matrix"?"
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Netizens were extremely supportive of these news reports. They had been waiting for Lin Han's reply, but they didn't expect that he would express it directly with actions without saying anything!
Basically, at the end of each film review, the criteria are to find works that are beneficial to the development of the film, or based on the high quality of the film and its impressive artistic power, the jury tends to support some works with good visual effects. .
"Wow, I happen to be traveling to South Korea the day after tomorrow. I must go to the film festival to support Teacher Lin!"
"I just saw a very famous movie today. It was adapted from a science fiction novel. It's called "The Matrix". Maybe it has the potential to win awards." Harriman Pedes started talking and danced with joy. "You will never imagine how wonderful this movie is, I dare say it will exceed your expectations!"
"What does it mean upstairs? I don't understand this joke."
Lin Han turned his head and looked at the sea outside the window. He smiled and said, "Are we considered a dragon crossing the river or a dragon crossing the sea?"
"It is said that Lin Han did not originally want to participate, but later participated because of public opinion. Mr. Cecil, do you think this film has a chance of winning?"
"Don't think so much. The quality of "The Matrix" lies there. It must have connotation and visual effects. Besides, we spent nearly 200 million to make this movie. Which other movies are better? Is the ministry investing so much?”
Xinhua News Agency: "At 2:30 pm in Seoul, South Korea, the chairman of the jury of the World Science Fiction Film Festival announced the last four shortlisted films. The famous Chinese writer and young director Lin Han successfully caught the last train with the film "The Matrix". The film festival will be The official opening will be tomorrow, please pay attention to the special report on Xinhuanet for specific news!"
"Sorry, this is my fault. But I still have reservations." Park Jinqi originally did not want this film to be shortlisted, but unfortunately he was weak on the jury and could not influence the decision. Can give one's own opinions.
They came just for this movie!
"What kind of movie is "The Matrix"? Is it very different from the novel?"
The judges of the World Science Fiction Film Festival are gathering to select the final four films, which will compete with the eight previously announced films for the top prize.
Colin Cecil is a traditional gentleman. He took out the handkerchief from his suit pocket and wiped the sweat from his forehead. He simply said: "The Matrix is as good as the other films. Any film on the nomination list is Movies have the possibility of winning awards. That’s all I can say, thank you everyone!”
"Dear friends in Korea, remember to share some information with us, and let us know if you like it or not after watching it."
Currently, CCTV, Xinhua News Agency, Associated Press, Reuters, AFP, Interfax, Deutsche Presse-Agentur, Japan's Kyodo News Agency, as well as South Korea's own Dong-A Ilbo, Malaysia's Guanghua Daily, Japan's Fuji TV, Singapore's Straits Times, etc. More than 60 media gathered in Seoul. Although this scale is not comparable to that of established film festivals such as Cannes, it is definitely better than some pheasant awards.
Park Jin-chi was the only Asian among the judges. He said slowly in English with a Korean accent: "Maybe we can watch this movie first. I heard that the evaluation of this movie is exactly the opposite of Harriman. A layman can actually Let’s make a science fiction movie.”
"Heizi should go play basketball, go on the Internet, and be a keyboard warrior!"
So many people are cheering for Lin Han. They are eager to see Lin Han return victorious and hope to see people like Cui Yongjun speechless.