[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-academic-director-reborn-in-the-film-industr":3,"chapter-the-academic-director-reborn-in-the-film-industr-the-academic-director-reborn-in-the-film-industr-chapter-399":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","The Academic Director: Reborn in the Film Industry",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2297399,4493,"Chapter 399: The First Grand Slam Director","the-academic-director-reborn-in-the-film-industr-chapter-399",399,"\u003Cp>After the Berlin Film Festival awards ceremony officially began, the entire awards process was limited in duration; unlike the Oscars, which last over three hours, it was only one hour long.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How could they keep the global audience’s attention within this limited time?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was not only a problem faced by the Berlin Film Festival, but also a problem faced by the three major European film festivals alike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, as soon as this Berlin Film Festival began, they dropped a bombshell, all to attract the audience and keep them watching.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the festival chairman, Dieter, gave his speech and reviewed the current festival, the first presenter to take the stage was jury member Shu Qi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Generally, as a jury member, if one serves as a presenter, they will present a heavyweight award.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shu Qi was no exception.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a presenter, she was to award the Best Actor of this Berlin Film Festival.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In other words, the first award to be presented at the 58th Berlin Film Festival was the Berlin Best Actor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cao Yang checked the time with some surprise; only 6 minutes had passed since the awards ceremony officially began.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In order to attract the audience watching the live broadcast in front of their televisions, Dieter had truly pulled out all the stops; the first award was the most important Berlin Best Actor, without even using a slightly smaller award to warm up the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Furthermore, the choice of presenter was also very deliberate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the film festival opened on February 7th, all members of the jury held a press conference.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that time, the two female jurors among the eight had already been dismissed, leaving only Shu Qi and Diane Kruger as the two female jurors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Diane Kruger is a German actress who studied ballet from a young age and started as a model; her figure and appearance were beyond reproach.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, after her debut in *Piano Player*, she won the Best Promising Newcomer Award at the Cannes Film Festival. She is currently developing her career in Hollywood, having appeared in *National Treasure* starring Nicolas Cage, as well as the sequel to *National Treasure* that was released a while ago.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In terms of fame and salary, she certainly far exceeded Shu Qi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But unexpectedly, at the press conference, many Western media outlets questioned Diane Kruger's qualifications as a juror, saying she only became a juror because she was German.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for Shu Qi, she was not questioned at all; instead, these Western media outlets lavishly praised her sexiness, her intellect, and her classical Eastern beauty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This made Shu Qi quite popular in Europe for a while.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was something the officials, including Dieter, had not expected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dieter later thought about it; this was likely the media's dissatisfaction with the Berlin Film Festival leaning toward Hollywood, using the juror selection issue to express it slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dieter had no choice regarding the Berlin Film Festival catering to Hollywood; if they didn't cater to Hollywood, fewer people would pay attention to the film festival.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was the general trend, and it was difficult to find a solution in the short term.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since Shu Qi had become a bit popular, and coupled with this year's Best Actor...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dieter simply removed Diane Kruger, who was originally scheduled to present this award, and let Shu Qi present it, which also carried special significance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the award was about to be revealed, Cao Yang looked at Cheng Long beside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Long, who had previously maintained a calm demeanor, now had his eyes wide open, staring at the stage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Furthermore, one could tell from his clenched fists and slightly stiff body that he was nervous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cao Yang was thoughtful; it wasn't that someone affected by the immersion experience couldn't have other emotions once they fell into one, but as long as other emotions were strong enough, they would also have an impact.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For example, right now, Cheng Long was affected by the outcome of the Berlin Best Actor award and became nervous involuntarily, not the desireless state he had previously displayed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was evident that Cheng Long valued the Berlin Best Actor award highly, to the point that he suppressed the emotions affected by the immersion experience.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The winner is...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shu Qi opened the envelope, took a look, and then said softly into the microphone with a full smile: \"Jackie Chan, *Manchester by the Sea*.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, she very sensibly said in Chinese: \"Cheng Long, *Manchester by the Sea*, congratulations.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Long was slightly stunned, pointed at himself with his finger, and looked at Cao Yang beside him in disbelief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wasn't until he saw Cao Yang nod and start clapping with a smile that he reacted, and with a slightly trembling voice, he first said to Cao Yang: \"Thank you, thank you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he took a deep breath, straightened his clothes, stood up, and gave Cao Yang a hug.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, looking at the smile on his face, it seemed the influence brought by the immersion experience had been forcefully suppressed; one could clearly see his excitement and agitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Long arrived on stage, and Shu Qi took the initiative to give him a hug, whispering congratulations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this instant, he seemed to have recovered some of his original personality, especially after receiving the Silver Bear; the smile on his face made him look like the beaming kung fu superstar again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This award is the heaviest award I have ever received in my life, and this moment is likely the happiest moment of my life.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I have a special label; people likely recognize me through my kung fu, and this label has accompanied me for most of my life...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I am very lucky to have been labeled an action star.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, I have been troubled by this label and have almost been unable to transition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An action star relies on youth; generally, after forty, one can no longer fight, and most will even be left with hidden injuries that can never be healed in this lifetime.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I am incomparably lucky that when I could no longer fight, I met the world's best director, Cao Yang. He doesn't care about my label, nor does he care whether I have acting skills.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Speaking of this, Cheng Long looked for Cao Yang among the guests, and when he saw him, he raised the Silver Bear and said with a smile: \"Because the whole world knows that Director Cao Yang is the director best at coaching actors; the Silver Bear in my hand is enough to explain everything!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thank you, thank you to my fans. From now on, I am not just an action star; I am also a character actor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thank you to the jury, thank you to the Berlin Film Festival, thank you to the best director in the world in my heart; you know who I am talking about, thank you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Long finally waved the Silver Bear in his hand and walked down with a joyful pace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I watched this movie five times in the screening room; the more I watch it, the more I feel that Brother Cheng Long acted truly well, much better than what I saw during filming. Director Cao is truly amazing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Da Tiantian secretly stared at Cao Yang's profile with an expression of admiration and whispered to Yang Mi beside her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During the initial filming, she and Yang Mi, as \"newcomers\" and students of the Film Academy, followed the crew the whole time and witnessed Cheng Long's growth, from constantly retaking scenes and being unable to play the character well, to being coached by Director Cao into someone who seemed to have walked out of the movie; that was truly a visible, leap-forward growth in acting skills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mm-hmm.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yang Mi nodded vigorously, staring at Cheng Long with glowing eyes... specifically, staring at the Silver Bear in Cheng Long's hand. This Silver Bear was the best proof of recognition for acting skills domestically and even globally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most importantly, Cheng Long winning the Silver Bear might not have a very obvious effect on his status growth, as he was already the world's most famous action superstar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But if she were to win the Silver Bear representing Best Actress...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yang Mi couldn't help but think of Li Xiaoran, think of Yu Feihong, think of Gao Yuanyuan, think of Dong Xuan; these were all representatives who could be considered to have directly \"attained godhood.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How can I get Director Cao to promote me?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Da Mimi thought of the words of her agent, Li Xiaowan. However, what girlfriend or not girlfriend; as long as he promotes her, the title of girlfriend is not even needed!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Four great actresses? Five? Six?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps, if I win Best Actress at one of the three major European festivals, would that make it seven?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Da Mimi couldn't help but let her imagination run wild.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, Da Mimi still thought of what Da Tiantian said just now, and it took her a long time to react.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You watched *Manchester by the Sea* in the screening room?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yang Mi blinked with some confusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How come I didn't know?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Didn't you go watch it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Da Tiantian also blinked with some confusion and said: \"At that time, after the movie was finished, Director Cao, the school leaders, and the students who were actors all went to the small screening room to watch it, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, oh, right, it seems you were out filming at that time and weren't at school.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Da Tiantian continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yang Mi opened her mouth; was she the only one who saw the finished film at the premiere?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next award presented was once again beyond everyone's expectations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Best Actor, what was presented was actually Best Actress. This was only the second award; in order to capture the audience, the Berlin Film Festival really didn't hold back at all, starting off with two of the most important major awards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Best Actress award was won by Sally Hawkins, the lead actress of *Happy-Go-Lucky*, directed by the famous British director known as a \"master,\" Mike Leigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By the way, Cao Yang is now also called a master of film art by some European media.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Cao Yang saw that the second award presented was Best Actress, he had a premonition, and it wasn't until the film *Happy-Go-Lucky*, directed by Mike Leigh, won Best Actress that he realized Dieter might be hyping things up again.\u003C\u002Fp>",1737,"2026-06-20T05:36:33.260Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","35d9cedd5314f6ca318d92e6739e9e8a30ad911933756030b05e2951e05e0d36","the-academic-director-reborn-in-the-film-industr-chapter-400","the-academic-director-reborn-in-the-film-industr-chapter-398",411,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-academic-director-reborn-in-the-film-industr-cover.jpg"]