Chapter 644

Here.

Lin Mo received a call from CCTV1, that is, the Chief Director of China Central Television.

The two had naturally interacted before, and Han San Ye introduced them.

"Hello, Director Zhang!" Lin Mo answered the phone.

"Director Lin, congratulations on the smooth preparation of your new film!" A bright laugh came from the other end of the line.

Then the two chatted idly on the phone for a while.

Then Director Zhang got to the point.

"Director Lin, here's the thing: CCTV wants to do a special interview with you; do you have time?" Director Zhang's tone was friendly.

Lin Mo said with a smile, "Director Zhang, you called personally; even if you have no time you must squeeze some in!"

"That's great!" Director Zhang laughed, "I'll have the 'Focus Interview' team coordinate the details with you. By the way, Sa Beilin has always wanted to interview you; how about letting him host this time?"

"Little Sa, no problem!" Lin Mo replied with a smile.

After hanging up, Re Ba leaned over curiously, "CCTV wants an interview?"

Lin Mo nodded, "Yeah, Director Zhang called personally."

If it were an ordinary interview, Lin Mo would definitely have refused.

Where would there be time? He's so busy.

But a CCTV interview, especially when the chief director calls personally.

He can't refuse the face‑saving.

Even though his status is high now, matters of personal relations are still unavoidable.

A few days later, backstage of the CCTV studio.

"Director Lin, here's the interview outline we designed," the producer handed over a document, "It mainly focuses on the film's creative concept and East‑West cultural integration."

Lin Mo skimmed quickly, "Very good, but add a question—your view on using film to promote civilizational exchange and mutual learning."

"This angle is great!" the producer's eyes lit up, and he recorded it immediately.

At that moment, Sa Beilin hurried over, "Director Lin, long time no see!" He shook Lin Mo's hand warmly, a little trembling.

"Teacher Sa, long time no see!" Lin Mo greeted with a smile.

Hearing that, Sa Beilin's voice trembled with uncontainable excitement, "Director Lin, to be honest, I got a notice from the station that I'm to interview you; I've been so excited I haven't slept well for days!"

Lin Mo was made to laugh by his enthusiasm, "Not that much, right? We're not meeting for the first time!"

"Director Lin, this is different!" Sa Beilin said excitedly, "This time it's a formal interview; my wife knows I'm interviewing you and is even pestering me to get your autograph!"

Lin Mo couldn't help but grin, "Sure, after the program we can sign." He sized up Sa Beilin, "But I see those dark circles; you really didn't sleep well last night?"

Sa Beilin sheepishly rubbed his eyes, "To be honest, I reviewed all your interview videos so I wouldn't ask stale questions. I even consulted professors at the film academy and prepared some professional questions..."

"Don't be nervous," Lin Mo patted his shoulder, "We can just chat like friends. Your hosting skill... I still don't know? Back when I watched 'Today's Law' I loved it."

Sa Beilin's eyes lit up, "You've watched 'Today's Law'? That was how many years ago..."

"Exactly," Lin Mo laughed, "Back then I was a rookie director, staying up all night editing clips, and I relied on watching your program to stay awake."

The two exchanged smiles, and the atmosphere instantly relaxed.

Before long.

'Focus Interview' began.

For this interview, the studio audience were all CCTV staff.

It could be considered a benefit for those employees.

And not only staff; hosts from various CCTV departments were present, including leaders, even the chief director himself.

The studio lights came on; Sa Beilin adjusted his suit tie and, facing the camera, gave his signature smile, "Hello, audience friends, welcome to this special episode of 'Focus Interview'. Today we are honored to have internationally renowned director Lin Mo, Director Lin!"

The camera turned to Lin Mo, who gave a slight nod, "Hello everyone, I am Lin Mo."

Sa Beilin's eyes sparkled with excitement, "Director Lin, the last time we met was at the Spring Festival Gala, right? You said there might be a chance to invite me to visit the set, and I've kept that promise ever since!"

Lin Mo smiled and patted Sa Beilin's shoulder, "Teacher Sa, your memory is amazing, but this time on the set of 'GodsWar', I guarantee you'll be blown away."

"Then I'm serious!" Sa Beilin made an exaggerated face, drawing a light laugh from the audience, "Honestly, Director Lin, did you know? Online everyone says you crammed half the Entertainment Circle into the film this time."

Lin Mo shook his head helplessly, "That saying... but it's true, the cast is indeed lavish. I must clarify that each actor was selected rigorously, not just for hype."

"Since the announcement of 'GodsWar: Reboot' this project, it has attracted global attention. As Chief Director, could you briefly share the creative inspiration?" Sa Beilin opened his cue cards.

Lin Mo leaned forward slightly, "Actually this idea has been brewing for a long time. Cameron and Steven Spielberg and I often discuss why Eastern and Western myths share so many similarities. This time we want to explore the topic through cinematic language."

"I heard you personally wrote the script?" Sa Beilin asked further.

"Yes, we revised it dozens of times," Lin Mo said with a smile, "Cameron always says my script is too Eastern, Steven Spielberg thinks it's too Western, and finally we found the perfect balance point."

Sa Beilin's eyes lit up, "Could you reveal that balance point?"

"In short," Lin Mo gestured, "we designed a sci‑fi premise: all myths originate from a single advanced civilization. This preserves each culture's traits while achieving true cultural integration."

"Brilliant!" Sa Beilin praised sincerely, "Speaking of integration, how do you view film's role in promoting civilizational exchange?"

Lin Mo's expression grew serious, "Film is the best language of the human destiny community. 'GodsWar' aims not only to entertain but also to make people reflect on how different civilizations can coexist harmoniously."

After half an hour, the interview was winding down, and Sa Beilin asked, "Director Lin, in one sentence tell the audience why they should look forward to 'GodsWar'?"

Lin Mo smiled slightly at the camera, "Because this will be the first time in history that Eastern and Western deities truly sit down to converse."

When recording ended, Sa Beilin exhaled, "Director Lin, every interview with you is immensely beneficial to me."

Lin Mo patted his shoulder, "Your questions are great. By the way, remember to keep a slot open for the premiere."

Sa Beilin's eyes instantly brightened, "Definitely, definitely!"

The CCTV chief director arrived with a group of department heads and hosts to greet Lin Mo and chat for a while.

Then, of course, everyone took the long‑awaited group photo.

Everyone wanted to take a photo with Lin Mo as a keepsake.

You should know.

Lin Mo's current standing at home has already been mythologized.

Especially this collaboration with Cameron and Steven Spielberg, the new film can be called universally anticipated.

And once the news of Lin Mo appearing on Focus Interview was revealed, it instantly sparked a massive wave online.

"CCTV finally did an episode of Focus Interview that I wanted to watch!"

"It has to be CCTV; any other channel really couldn't invite Director Lin!"

"Sa Beilin interviewing Lin Mo, this combo is superb, the hype is maxed!"

"Lin Mo: CCTV definitely gets the credit!"

At the same time, major official media accounts all scrambled to report.

People's Daily official account reposted the trailer, captioning: "How can movies promote cultural exchange? Director Lin gives the answer."

Global Times International edition reported: "Lin Mo talks about 'Divine War': letting Eastern and Western myths truly converse."

Even Hollywood media Variety also covered the interview: "Huaguo's top director Lin Mo talks about new trends in global film collaborations."