got it!
Oscar for Best Picture!
Although it was expected in their minds, and Harvey had already given advance notice that the public relations had a significant effect, the old white men in the Academy of Oscars were all very satisfied with this film that depicted the golden age of Hollywood, and the probability of it winning the Best Picture award was very high.

but!

Li Yishu was still a little nervous inside.

Because only by winning this award can Lee Yi-su truly become the world’s only godfather of art films.

I was nervous, but fortunately the result was perfect.

“Clap clap-“

When the black actor Sidney Poitier on the stage read out “Chicago” and the name of Li Yishu, there was warm applause from the audience.

Naomi Watts, who was sitting on the right, had an excited look on her face. Just as she was about to stand up and hug Lee Yishu, she saw that Cindy Crawford had already taken a step ahead of her and hugged Lee Yishu directly and kissed him on the face.

At this moment, dissatisfaction appeared on Naomi Watts’ face.

Even though the two of them had danced together for Lee Yi-su in private before, it doesn’t mean that their relationship is very good. On the contrary, it is very bad.

Because Naomi Watts is very clear about her advantage in Hollywood, which is that she has Lee Yi-su’s big, thick legs.

Even though art film companies have not been producing independent films in the past two years, they have begun to try to invest in other film projects, not to mention film companies like Golden Lion Pictures that rely on low-budget film production and sell well.

After wasting nearly a year in Hollywood, Naomi Watts, who finally got the opportunity, naturally wanted to tie herself to Lee Yi-su tightly.

But resources are limited. After all, art film companies are small film companies that only invest in a few films every year. It is already a struggle for them to get some resources for Naomi Watts.

If there is another one, it will be very disadvantageous to her.

Not to mention that Naomi Watts also wants to be the heroine of Lee Ye-seo’s next Hollywood movie.

“Congratulations, Lee.” Cindy Crawford said excitedly, “You succeeded and became the director of the best film!”

“Thank you, this is all thanks to everyone.”

Lee Yi-su smiled and stood up and hugged her, then turned back to look at Naomi Watts. She had a gloomy expression before, but now she smiled immediately: “Congratulations, Lee, you made a legendary movie.”

“Nawo, I think we don’t need to be polite.” Li Yishu patted her arm and hugged her.

Harvey laughed continuously: “Lee, haha, I knew you would succeed!”

Although “Chicago” has been released in many countries around the world, the movie-related market is a larger market.

This time, “Chicago” won the Best Picture award. If nothing unexpected happens, the movie’s videotapes, VCDs and other peripheral products will sell well starting tomorrow.

“Xavi, this is not just my success, it’s your success as well.”

Looking at the other person’s fat face, Li Yishu smiled. It was rare that she felt that this face was not so annoying.

“My success?”

Harvey was stunned.

Before he could ask back, Li Yishu waved and said, “Let’s go. I think it’s time for us to go on stage to receive the award. This is a success for our entire Chicago crew.”

The Best Picture award is not only an award for the director, but also an award for the entire crew.

Theoretically, anyone in the crew can go on stage.

When they heard that they could go on stage, Naomi Watts and Cindy Crawford were both eager to try. As female stars, they naturally crave exposure.

Not to mention Harvey, this old guy is the one who loves to show off the most.

When a group of people went on stage, Li Yishu even called Tom Hanks up in the middle.

He is the male and female protagonist of the movie. Although he doesn’t have many scenes, he still has to be in it.

Hanks did not refuse. Instead, he was very happy that Li Yishu could take him with her.

He made the wrong bet this time.

I originally thought that “Apollo 13” would be able to achieve some success, after all, it is a politically correct American movie, but I didn’t expect it to be a complete failure.

Fortunately, “Chicago” helped him save some face.

Although it didn’t win any awards for acting, winning Best Picture is still very good.

After everyone went on stage, Li Yishu was praised and received the trophy from Sidney Poitier. When the two hugged, he said, “Freeman told me about you. Thank you very much for investing in “12 Years a Slave.”

Today, Hollywood has not yet fallen into the vortex of political correctness. A movie like “12 Years a Slave” that almost entirely portrays black people in a positive light can hardly cause any waves in Hollywood.

However, it still has a certain influence among the black community in North America, but the scale of investment is too small, only two to three million US dollars in total. After the film was released, it was only released in the black community. The final box office was only more than 10 million, barely recovering the cost.

When Li Yishu learned about the situation at that time, she was very surprised. She was not surprised that the movie box office was only more than 10 million, but she was surprised that it could actually be more than 10 million.

Having been in North America for a few years, Li Yishu has some understanding of the situation there. There is not so much political correctness nowadays, but discrimination is everywhere.

Even if he himself did not have the title of Godfather of Asian films and the world’s number one art film director, his situation would probably not be much better.

“I believe that everyone with a conscience will do the same.”

Li Yishu said something polite, and then walked to the podium in front of the group of people. He looked at the crowded Hollywood filmmakers below the stage and said with a smile:

“Thank you, everyone. Thank you, the Academy of Film, and everyone who voted. I still can’t believe that I won the Oscar for Best Picture. This is even more exciting than when I first won the Golden Lion…”

Arthur Miller, president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, who was present at the ceremony, also smiled with satisfaction.

He was deeply impressed by the young Lee Yi-su, not only because she had won four European gold medals at such a young age, but most importantly, he was very happy with what she said at the premiere of “Chicago” last year.

As the president of the Academy, Arthur Miller has been considering expanding the influence of the film academy to compete with the three major European film festivals. In recent years, many filmmakers from overseas have won awards.

But none of them can be compared with Lee Yi-su, a director who has won all four major European gold awards, not to mention that he has a huge film market behind him.

After briefly expressing her gratitude, Lee Yi-su said in Chinese: “Thank you!”

Instantly, the guests in the audience applauded.

Amidst the applause of the crowd, he led everyone off the stage.

Half past eight in the evening.

An Oscar reception was being held in the hotel designated by the Academy Awards. All the winners were present, and not a single one of them was unwilling to show their appreciation. As for those who did not win any awards, a large number of them also came to attend.

The guests at the scene interacted with each other while holding their wine glasses.

“Lee, I’m sorry, I’m one of the investors of Apollo 13, so I can’t walk the red carpet with the Chicago crew.”

Tom Hanks looked apologetic and seemed really sorry. He looked so sincere that I believe no one would doubt him.

Li Yishu smiled and said, “It’s okay, Hanks. You told me before, of course I won’t blame you. Besides, if it weren’t for you, our movie Chicago probably wouldn’t have such a high box office.”

The movie “Chicago” was able to sell 80 million US dollars at the North American box office, and Tom Hanks’ signature role played a big role in this.

After all, before the movie was released, he had just won the Best Actor Award at the Oscars last year for his role in Forrest Gump. In addition, it is the era of the two Toms and one Stephen Chow. Many of the movies they starred in have done well at the box office or even sold well. “I feel relieved when you say that.”

Tom Hanks smiled and then asked, “Lee, if there is a chance next time, please come to me. It is a pleasure to work with you. I also want to sprint to the three major European film festivals and hope to win a Best Actor trophy.”

“Don’t worry, Hanks. You are one of the best actors in Hollywood. If I want to make another art film, I will definitely look for you. I am very much looking forward to working with you again.”

Li Yishu laughed and agreed on the surface, but in fact it would be difficult for her to cooperate with the other party again.

Because Hanks’ salary is too high!
Even if it’s an art film, it won’t work.

Since “Forrest Gump”, Tom Hanks has officially entered the 13 million dollar club. The production cost of “Apollo 5500” was million US dollars, nearly half of which was paid to the actors, and % was given to Hanks.

Unless other film companies invest, it is unlikely that Li Yishu will continue to cooperate with them.

“It’s settled then. If you find a good role, you must think of me.”

Tom Hanks asked with a smile: “By the way, Lee, are you free recently?”

Li Yishu raised an eyebrow, “It should be fine these few days. What’s up Hanks?”

Tom Hanks said bluntly: “Recently I am going to direct and star in a movie, and I thought if you are free, we could discuss it. You know, this is my first time as a director, and you are an expert in this field.”

Direct and act on your own?

Li Yishu didn’t expect that Hanks would also choose to direct and act in his own films, but he thought it should not be a big deal, otherwise he would not have no impression of it at all.

“What kind of movie is it?”

“It’s a low-budget musical comedy about a rock band called Miracles that quickly rises from a small town to become a nationally renowned idol, but then disappears like a shooting star. I play the band’s manager…”

Hanks briefly talked about the content of the script.

Li Yishu thought about it, but he had no impression at all. It seemed that the box office was not high, and he didn’t win any awards. After thinking about it, he nodded and said, “No problem, Hanks, how about the morning after tomorrow?”

“The morning after tomorrow, then.”

Tom Hanks’ eyes lit up. He was just trying to invite her, but he didn’t expect it to be successful. He raised his glass happily and said, “Kick her to death!”

“Kick him to death!”

Li Yishu also raised her glass and took a sip.

The two chatted for a few more sentences, and then Tom Hanks left on his own initiative. There were many friends he knew at the scene, so he had to go over and say hello.

In addition to celebrating the winners, the Oscars dinner is also primarily about maintaining relationships within the Hollywood circle.

“boss.”

Cate Blanchett came over enthusiastically with a glass of wine in hand. Her cheeks were slightly red at the moment, and it was unclear whether it was because of the drinking or the excitement.

After all, this cocktail party was her dream party.

Li Yishu smiled and said, “How is it? How do you feel about the atmosphere of the party?”

“It’s great!” Cate Blanchett said excitedly, “I met a lot of actors and big stars who I had only seen in movies in the past. I was so excited.”

Even though she was a well-known drama actress in Australia before, she is still far behind Hollywood stars.

“You’ll get used to it.” Li Yishu looked at her excitement and smiled, “There’s nothing strange about Hollywood stars. You may become one of them in the future.”

“Can I? I’m just new here.”

Cate Blanchett’s breathing quickened.

She can only enter the cocktail party held by the Oscars as Li Yishu’s assistant.

“It’s okay, just look at it.”

Li Yishu pointed to Naomi Watts, who was chatting with Nicole Kidman not far away. “Naomi has been in Hollywood for more than two years. She has already won the Oscar for Best Picture and is currently filming a movie with an investment of 30 million US dollars. She is the female lead.”

It’s you who are praising her!

Cate Blanchett looked at the two women not far away with envy and jealousy.

She knew that Nicole and Na were both Australians. They used to be little-known 18th-tier celebrities in Australia, but now they have all become successful.

One won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy for the crime film “At Any Cost”, and the other won the Oscar for Best Picture for the musical “Chicago”.

While she was envious and jealous, she discovered a bright spot.

It seems that these two Australian women who have already succeeded in Hollywood have one thing in common, that is, they have hooked up with big men, one with a big star and the other with a big director.

Do Australian women have to find a big shot to cling to if they want to make it in Hollywood?

Thinking of this, Cate Blanchett looked at Li Yishu beside her. It seemed that he was a good choice?

Just then, the big star Tom Cruise walked up to Nicole, put his arm around her waist, and started chatting with Nawo, and then the three of them walked towards Li Yishu.

Tom Cruise smiled and held out his hand: “Hey, Lee, long time no see.”

“Yeah Cruz, long time no see.”

Li Yishu stretched out his hand and shook hands with the other person. He noticed that Naomi Watts came over on her own initiative, so he put his arm around her waist.

Cruise glanced at Nicole and continued, “I’ve seen your movie Chicago, it’s great, it deserves the Best Picture award!”

“Thank you. This is mainly because I chose the right actors. Cruise, you know that a good director must also be paired with good actors.”

At this point, Li Yishu glanced at Nawo, who was smiling, and said, “Cruise, do you still remember the commercial we shot? An excellent director and excellent actors, it made a sensation around the world!”

“Haha, you’re right, a good movie is indispensable.”

Tom Cruise smiled happily. The other party’s words were just praising him for being an excellent actor.

Nicole Kidman suddenly interrupted and said, “Lee, I am also an excellent actor, and I really hope to work with you, an excellent director.”

After these words were spoken, Naomi Watts’s face darkened.

Cruise smiled politely and said nothing.

“Nicole, you are of course an excellent actor. I really wanted to work with you in Chicago last time, but I missed it because of something.”

“Can we work together recently?”

Nicole Kidman’s eyes lit up. Lee Yi-su is still very famous today, and she takes beautiful photos of women.

Naomi Watts’ performance in “Chicago” made her very envious.

Li Yishu shook her head and said, “I’m sorry, I’ve been too busy lately. I can only wait and see if there is any time next year.” (End of this chapter)