Linghe Award, Drama Award
Of course, Lu Yanhe did not expect that the movie "Balcony Picnic" would make him cry directly after watching it.
As Chen Yin said, this movie was like a sharp knife that pierced his heart.
This movie is about a man whose wife and son were killed in a car accident. He lives alone in a former family of three, constantly falling into memories of the past, and reading poetry in the loneliness and sadness of reality. daze.
This is a one-person movie.
Lu Yanhe had never seen this actor before. There was a scene in the movie where he was sitting alone in a room, watching the light outside the window dimming little by little. His eyes were silent and dull, and he sat like a clay statue.
The hair on Lu Yanhe's arms stood up.
At that moment, Lu Yanhe felt that this was a state he couldn't perform.
It is true sadness and silence that can only be seen in documentaries.
Lu Yanhe suddenly realized why Chen Yin would bring this up with him specifically for this movie.
This is a movie that obviously won't get much box office, but it can definitely be called a movie.
It does not use a tragic encounter to make the audience empathize. It uses light and shadow, color difference, music and performance to combine into a song that wanders back and forth between the past and the present in a house.
Of course, it is not advanced enough and the theme is too straightforward. All these shortcomings exist. But it portrayed the image of a person wandering between the past and present, sadness and silence, a person silently hypnotizing and healing himself, so well that Lu Yanhe felt like he was slowly drowning, unknowingly, It just sinks deeper and deeper in this movie.
Compared with a mediocre film that is rated at 90%, Lu Yanhe prefers this kind of movie that seems to only have a passing score of 60% in every aspect, but has one aspect that achieves 99%.
Chen Yin said: "I have already met the director of this movie. His movie was made with a sum of money invested by the Youth Entrepreneurship Fund and his own savings of 300,000 yuan. The total cost was more than 800,000 yuan." million, but no company is willing to distribute this film. If we act as an agent for this film, there may still be problems related to domestic distribution, but we can send it to try film festivals and see if it can be sold and distributed overseas. right."
Of course Lu Yanhe understands why this movie is very good, but no company is willing to distribute it, and no one is willing to take it over. A new director, a film without any well-known actors, has not won any awards, and has no selling point at all. For any company doing commercial distribution, it is almost impossible to make money.
He said: "Buy it, or sign an agency agreement, and we will be the exclusive agent for the copyright operation of this film. The copyright will still be retained in his own hands."
Chen Yin nodded.
"By the way, is he still making movies?"
"Now he has trouble eating three meals a day, and all his money has been spent on this movie. When I met him before, he was still working part-time as a network administrator in an Internet cafe." Chen Yin said.
Lu Yanhe said: "Then ask him by the way if he is willing to sign with our company. If he is willing, we will pay him a basic salary. Even if he does not write the script or shoot the second project, he will be paid at least three times a day. Don’t worry about food and clothing.”
Chen Yin showed a surprised expression.
"Great, then I'll go talk to him right away."
Lu Yanhe: "Mr. Chen, if you think it's good for movies like this and directors like this in the future, feel free to communicate with me. I'm willing to let our Linghe do such things."
Chen Yin hesitated and said, "But wouldn't it be bad if this happens too often?"
"If a movie of this quality can be made, I won't think too much. In fact, it can't be too many." Lu Yanhe said, "You have found a treasure. I am very curious, how did you discover this movie?" of."
"A friend from a distribution company recommended it to me, saying that he saw a very well-made low-budget movie, but because it had no box office prospects, their company refused to take over the project. He asked me if I was interested, and he was also interested. He is very talented, so he recommended it to me. ”
"That's great." Lu Yanhe nodded, "This movie is already very mature. You can try submitting it to the West Turf Film Festival and see if the West Turf Film Festival is willing to accept it."
Chen Yin was a little surprised and asked: "Can this film be sent to the West Tur Film Festival?"
"You can send any movie." Lu Yanhe said, "It's just that they have very high requirements for selecting movies. When you send it, include a sentence saying that I like this movie very much and am willing to recommend it to everyone."
"Okay." Chen Yin became a little excited.
Lu Yanhe was actually willing to use his reputation to recommend this movie.
This will certainly make the West Tur Film Festival pay more attention to it.
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When Lu Yanhe was communicating with Chen Yin, Chen Ziyan was listening and didn't say a word the whole time.
After they finished chatting, Chen Ziyan turned on her phone and said, "The Lingyun Awards just contacted me and they want to have a phone call with you."
Lu Yanhe was a little surprised.
"What are they looking for me for?"
"I probably want to invite you to be a judge for the Lingyun Award." Chen Ziyan said, "The nomination list for the Lingyun Award will be out soon. After the nomination list comes out, the selection of the final award will begin."
Lu Yanhe: "Looking for me to be a judge? Can I have the time to be a judge?"
"There should be." Chen Ziyan said, "You only need to join the second season of "Friends" in December, which coincides with the selection time of the Lingyun Awards. In fact, it seems that you have not been a judge yet. Bar?"
"Well, I haven't done it seriously." Lu Yanhe said.
"Being a judge is still helpful to your career." Chen Ziyan said, "Especially now that Linghe also needs the help of many people."
Lu Yanhe nodded.
"Then what do you suggest I do next?"
"Yes." Chen Ziyan said.
"But, if I serve as a judge for the Lingyun Award, will "Love Letter" not be able to participate in the selection?" Lu Yanhe asked.
Chen Ziyan hesitated for a moment and asked: ""Love Letter"... This is indeed the case. Yes, "Love Letter" should definitely be nominated, but I don't know how many awards it can be nominated for, so they definitely can't ask you to be a judge. Yes, this is a bit strange, then they revealed to me that they want to invite you to be a judge..."
In any case, the Lingyun Award is also the top three domestic film awards.
It is impossible to make such a stupid mistake.
Lu Yanhe said: "I will call them first to see if there is anything wrong."
As soon as the phone call came through, Lu Yanhe chatted with them and found out that the Lingyun Award did not want to invite him to be a judge for this year, but that the Lingyun Award was preparing to reform and would also conduct selections for TV series, online series and other series. This year's twelve Registration will open at the end of the month and the awards ceremony will be held in February next year.
The Lingyun Award invited Lu Yanhe to serve as the chairman of the first jury of the Lingyun Award (Drama Category).
Lu Yanhe was shocked.
Generally speaking, the contempt chain between movies and TV series determines that movie awards are often more valuable than TV series awards.
But that’s not the point. The point is, looking around the world, the only one that currently has awards that span the two fields of dramas and movies, and has also made influence and popularity, is the Golden Globe Awards in the United States.
The other awards are either only for drama series or only for movies.
The Lingyun Award is a big step forward.
Lu Yanhe couldn't make a decision for a while. He hesitated and said: "Thank you for the invitation. You trust me too much. However, this job has too much responsibility and requires a lot of time and energy. I will basically be there at the beginning of next year." While filming, I may not be able to spare so much time for this job.”
But the other party expressed that he hoped to talk to him face to face about this matter.
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Chen Hengyi, chairman of the executive committee of the Lingyun Award, is a real big boss in the industry and the real operator of many big projects. He is also behind the movie "Fire" and he is one of the producers.
Those who can serve as producers in such a top-notch big-budget movie may not necessarily play any role in the film at the production level, but there must be some key nodes that must be solved by them.
The so-called boss is called a boss because he has such ability.
Lu Yanhe did not expect that it would be Chen Hengyi who came to meet Lu Yanhe in person, and sat together to eat, drink, and talk about this matter.
Chen Hengyi did not persuade him right away, but said happily: "The special effects of the movie "Fire" are really well done. Finally, they are no longer the kind of special effects for 50-cent games. Have you seen it?"
Lu Yanhe shook his head and said, "Not yet. I haven't seen any material related to "Burning Fire" since filming."
Chen Hengyi: "Long Yan spent a lot of money this time and worked hard to make a real blockbuster. The results are remarkable and worthy of the performances of you and Yong Zhou in it."
Lu Yanhe laughed.
"That's good."
"Actually, we would like to ask you to help us, especially when dealing with European and American media and streaming media. When such blockbusters are released overseas, there are not many successful cases that we can refer to." Chen Hengyi said, "You and Ling He has had a lot of dealings with international film producers in recent years, and you all know the latest cooperation models and gameplay best."
"Okay, no problem." Lu Yanhe nodded, "If there's anything I can do, feel free to tell me."
Chen Hengyi: "It's refreshing enough."
Chen Hengyi added: "Now due to the emergence of streaming media, the global influence of drama series has gradually surpassed that of movies, although those streaming media have not entered our mainland market."
"Yes." Lu Yanhe nodded, "To a certain extent, I think streaming media may be more suitable for our Chinese film and television dramas to gain influence overseas than movies. If you look at the dramas produced in South Korea, they often appear around the world. There are several popular works on the top ten list every year. I have to admit that they are worth learning from in terms of drama production.”
"Yes, this is why our Lingyun Awards want to be a drama award unit." Chen Hengyi said, "We will have a movie award at the end of the year and a drama award at the beginning of the year. Moreover, we will create a truly tasteful award."
Lu Yanhe: "This is a very good thing. The Lingyun Award itself is one of the three major awards in the film field. Now the TV series award is different from other awards that are made from scratch. Popularity, honor and credibility are all placed here. ”
"That's right." Chen Hengyi nodded, "However, if the results of the first and second selections cannot stand the test of time and the market, they will not be convinced by everyone, and they will easily fall apart."
Lu Yanhe: "Fairness is always a talisman."
"Yes, so our Lingyun Awards are preparing to break an industry rule in terms of drama awards."
"What rules?"
"There is no need for producers or drama studios to sign up." Chen Hengyi said, "We make the nomination list based on multiple dimensions such as market feedback, drama quality, audience reputation, and industry recognition over the past year."
"Then the nomination list will also be decided by a primary election committee?"
"We are not planning to be a preliminary committee." Chen Hengyi said, "On the contrary, we are planning to adopt the Academy Award system. The biggest difference between dramas and movies is that the viewing time of the former is too long. In fact, whether it is the preliminary committee It is difficult for both the committee and the final selection committee to read all the works from beginning to end. Therefore, if we can recruit thousands of people in the industry and bloggers and big Vs who are deeply involved in film and television dramas as members to vote every year, this way. The nomination list will be more convincing.”
Lu Yanhe did not expect that the Drama Series Award of the Lingyun Award would do this.
"What about the final selection? Will the final selection not continue to use this method?" Lu Yanhe asked, "Actually, we have never had a serious industry award in China. Almost all of our awards are based on a jury system. At most, there are only a dozen judges, and at most, there are just a few people.”
"We still hope to adopt a jury system for the final selection." Chen Hengyi said, "Because the primary selection is for a wide range of nominations, it is to reduce the number of leftovers, so that the works on the nomination list are at least works that the entire industry pays attention to. But when it comes to the final selection stage, especially those in the entertainment industry People, 90% of people, cannot watch all the works on the nomination list from beginning to end. A jury is still needed to seriously judge these works. If it is on the nomination list and you have not seen it , as a judge of the final selection, you must watch it.”
Lu Yanhe understood what Chen Hengyi meant.
But even this is already a long-term reform.
Lu Yanhe didn't know what effect such a design would have.
Because the design of any system is often good from the original intention, but in the actual operation process, various problems will always arise.
But at least Lingyun Award is willing to make such an attempt.
Lu Yanhe: “This is a very bold design.”
"Yeah." Chen Hengyi nodded, "We don't know what the final list of nominees will look like if we really invite thousands of people related to the film and television industry to become our members, but we can really only do it as we go. Look, let’s improve slowly. Our original intention is to keep pace with the times and launch an award that can recognize good dramas to the greatest extent and promote the further development of this industry.”
Lu Yanhe nodded.
"So, the first session is very important." Chen Hengyi said, "The candidate for the chairman of the first final selection jury is very important."
He looked into Lu Yanhe's eyes seriously.
At this moment, Chen Hengyi's eyes were very sincere.
“It must be someone who is recognized throughout the industry and has charisma.” Chen Hengyi said, “At the same time, it must be someone who does not have such a deep historical connection with the traditional three awards and can convince everyone that this is a new award. An award with a different positioning from the traditional three awards.”
Lu Yanhe's heart skipped a beat.
"In terms of popularity, achievements and industry influence, you are the only one who can meet these standards, Yan He." Chen Hengyi said, "So, this is different from ordinary invitations. I know that many places are inviting you to go Be a judge, be the chairman of the jury and the jury——"
Chen Ziyan smiled slightly and inserted a few words at every opportunity, saying, "Actually, Mr. Chen, Yan He just refused to be a judge for the main competition unit of next year's Xituer International Film Festival not long ago."
Chen Hengyi was slightly startled.
Lu Yanhe said: "I did it because of what you just said - I need to read every work on the nomination list and have enough time to discuss each work with everyone before I can finally decide on the winner's list. . You know, every year in January and February, when "Friends" is filming, I am afraid that I will not have time to do this job well. If I have time, I am very willing to contribute my efforts to do this. thing.”
Chen Hengyi: "Of course, we know, but if you take over the position of chairman of the jury, you can start watching these popular dramas this year from now on. You don't have to wait until the nomination list comes out, right?"
Lu Yanhe was stunned.
"I'm sorry, I may be a bit exaggerated in saying this, but I really hope to invite you to be the chairman of the Lingyun Award jury. Only if you are invited, only if you do it, can we set a target for this award. High level tone.”
Lu Yanhe waved his hand, "How could it be? We have so many excellent directors and actors. Sister Bi Ge has also returned to the drama industry in recent years and filmed the drama "Seventeen Floors". The response was very good, and she is also very suitable. "
Chen Hengyi shook his head inexplicably and said, "No one is as suitable as you."
He was much older than him, and he was also his senior. He invited him with such sincerity, and Lu Yanhe really couldn't grit his teeth and refuse -
In this case there is no direct schedule conflict.
Lu Yanhe looked at Chen Ziyan with some embarrassment.
Chen Ziyan indicated with her eyes that you should make up your own mind.
Lu Yanhe took a deep breath.
"However, is it a bit troublesome for me to be the chairman?" Lu Yanhe asked, "Don't I have to avoid suspicion in some of the projects I participate in?"
Chen Hengyi said: "Yes, if this is the case, the works you participated in and the several awards related to you will be automatically removed from the shortlist - of course, if it could have entered the nomination list, we would An announcement will be issued at the same time to explain.”
Chen Ziyan: "This sacrifice is too great."
Chen Hengyi: "Yan He is definitely not short of two screenwriting awards, director awards or acting awards. Zi Yan, the Lingyun Award for Drama Series is aimed at the highest award, and its influence must be the same as the first The chairman of the jury complements each other. In fact, if you think about it from another perspective, if Yan He can become a key driver in laying the foundation for a future award, I believe that this will also be a monument to Yan He's acting career. "
Lu Yanhe: "...Have you added the word "monument" to it?
Chen Hengyi: "What I say is serious. Just like for movie actors, on the one hand, world-class performance awards are honors. On the other hand, the chairman of the jury of top film festivals is no less powerful than many awards. honor."
Chen Ziyan: "Mr. Chen, I very much agree with your plan for the Lingyun Award, but let's not draw any conclusions. The reason why Yan He is so busy today and must meet you in person is because no matter whether he decides to accept this award or not, He respects your innovative and reforming ideas at work, and he really wants this industry to be better.”
Chen Hengyi nodded.
"I can feel it, so, Yan He, I solemnly implore you to overcome all difficulties and take this job." Chen Hengyi said, "We will solve all difficulties with you. If it is a shooting conflict, we will All the discussions of the jury will be held next to your shooting location, and we will book a hotel and rent a conference room nearby.”
Chen Hengyi's persistence is truly worthy of his name.
Lu Yanhe took a deep breath.
That’s all for the sake of talking about it.
"Mr. Chen, I am indeed moved by what you said, but please forgive me. We must consider the actual situation. I don't want both parties to want to take care of both sides. In the end, both sides will backfire. I can't agree to you now. I need to go back. Then, think about it carefully.”
Chen Ziyan glanced at Lu Yanhe in surprise but said nothing.
Chen Hengyi nodded.
"good."
He said: "I believe you will definitely give me a satisfactory answer."
Lu Yanhe shook his head helplessly and smiled bitterly.
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"I thought you were really convinced and would agree on the spot."
"I was indeed moved by him, but -" Lu Yanhe said, "The moment I wanted to agree to him, I thought, I can never make a decision when my emotions are overwhelming, so I said that. "
"Okay, I've grown up." Chen Ziyan smiled, then sighed, "Oh, these big shots will never give up until they achieve their goals."
Lu Yanhe nodded.
"If they didn't have such qualities, it would be difficult for them to become big shots, right?"
"That's true." Chen Ziyan nodded, "But don't you feel that you have been kidnapped by their morals?"
"I don't accept kidnapping. Who can morally kidnap me? Moreover, I understand everything he said." Lu Yanhe said, "If he wants to accomplish this, do you still expect him to follow the rules and speak slowly and rationally? He Without being so strong, persistent, and not giving up until the goal is achieved, how could such a powerful reform be accomplished?”
Lu Yanhe smiled and looked at Chen Ziyan.
“I’m becoming more tolerant, right?”
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