1300 nepotism
Being members of the film festival jury is actually not as easy as imagined. They must remain highly focused and watch 20 difficult art films in just 12 days, which only lasts for two and a half or three hours. In addition, there are media interviews and social parties, which are under high frequency and intensity almost every day.——
This is just the main competition unit. If necessary, they may need to watch more.
The media often spread rumors that a certain judge fell asleep during the movie. This is not a slander, but a fact. But they cannot be blamed. The judging work of the film festival is a severe test for both mental and physical strength; In addition, some art films are indeed slow-paced and can easily make people fall asleep. The judges are also mortals after all..
Obviously, what Ang Lee said about Renly just now was a joke, a complaint, or a complaint..
Renly didn't care at all, his smile bloomed happily, and his mood improved, "How can you be sure that I am not in high spirits because I enjoy the film festival too much?？”
“Sophistry. Everyone knows that Renly Hall is very eloquent, and I refuse to argue with you." Li An said pretending to be serious, but his eyes were full of smiles, as if he was seeing an elder who is close to his younger generation..
At this year's Oscars ceremony, Renly and Ang Lee had a chance meeting.
The brief conversation left a deep impression. Regarding the interpretation of Eastern culture in the movie "Life of Pi", about reincarnation, fate, and philosophy, Renly's views and insights really impressed Ang Lee. Bright.
Although this work has been highly praised in Hollywood, few Western film critics can truly understand the profundity and complexity of Eastern culture. Western filmmakers often peek into Eastern culture from a curious perspective, depicting a The oriental country in their impression is extremely far away from the real oriental culture..
As a "British" Renly, his interpretation and understanding are even more valuable. That conversation really left a deep impression on Ang Lee..
“How about it? Did you see any works worthy of discussion this time? "Li An asked with a smile, and actually started to take exams, continuing the attitude of his elders..
“‘Adele's life." Renly's answer was simple and clear without any hesitation, and then he saw the corners of Li An's mouth slightly raised, raised his right hand, and tapped Renly twice, feeling helpless again. It was funny and reproachful at the same time. Renly didn't quibble, he spread his hands calmly and said, "I knew you would like it.".”
If Ang Lee's film style presents the Western world in the eyes of an Easterner, then "The Life of Adele" presents the Western world in the eyes of the French, delicately capturing the hardship and hardship of the middle class with life-like fragments. Confused. This is exactly the style Ang Lee likes.
So, with Renly's answer, is he catering to Ang Lee's preferences?？
Ang Lee burst into laughter and deliberately made things difficult, "Do you think you like me as an audience or as a judge?"？”
“Both." Renly replied simply. Looking at Li An's expression that he couldn't refute, Renly nodded gently, with a smile in his eyes..
Ang Lee deliberately kept a straight face, "So, do you think I will like 'Drunken Country Ballads'?"？”
“As an audience or as a judge? "The same sentence was used by Renly on Li An, but the effect was completely different..
Ang Lee was stunned for a moment, and then he savored it. After all, he remained silent and shook his head with a smile on his face, "You, you." Then he changed the topic and did not talk too much about the movie, because he was As a judge, he still has to remain objective and avoid talking about the movie as much as possible during the film festival. This is true for anyone..
So, just stop there. He then changed the topic, "How are you, are you ready to start performing again?"？”
“Are you working on a new project? "Renly's eyes brightened slightly, and he asked in a brisk tone, "You know, if it is a work directed by you, I have absolutely no problem..”
Renly is serious.
In fact, after "Life of Pi", Ang Lee, like many director masters, began to explore the depth and thickness that lens language gives to movie stories. Therefore, he used 3D technology and a new 120-frame technology to shoot " Billy Lynn's Halftime Battle”.
According to experiments, the visual persistence time of the human eye is about 0.1 second. Therefore, as long as the picture switching speed is greater than twelve frames per second, the human eye will connect the persistent image of the previous frame to the next frame. rise up to form a continuous visual experience.
Generally speaking, movies use a 24 frame rate, which means that you can see twenty-four frames per second. This is the lowest speed that can prevent human eyes from feeling stuck in the era of movie invention. It was originally used to save film, but it has been retained until now. , it’s more of an inheritance of habit..
The 120 frame rate means that one hundred and twenty pictures will appear every second, which is five times faster. This means that the pictures will be more delicate, richer and more specific, but at the same time, the human eye will also be under greater pressure. Not even able to process enough information to the point of fatigue and drowsiness.
For the director and the audience, they can capture the performance details and inner changes of each character more clearly and accurately, truly bringing the audience into the character's inner world. For Ang Lee, 120 frames is undoubtedly his Pioneer technology that further maximizes its strengths.
But unfortunately, "Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk" failed. The media reputation did not collapse, but it was far lower than expected; and the box office results and awards season prospects were completely misfired. This also made many movie fans Questions raised about Ang Lee’s ability.
The main reasons for the failure of this work lie in two points:.
First, Ang Lee tried to understand the impact of the Iraq War on American soldiers from his perspective, but his usual strengths became weaknesses this time. His Eastern values failed to scratch the itch of Americans, and the entire core value was It’s off target, which also means that the 120-frame technology has not been able to further amplify the expected resonance and enhance its influence and penetration..
Second, 120-frame technology magnifies actors’ performances to the extreme, which also means that performance is the foundation and structure that supports Ang Lee’s entire creative core. However, Kristen Stewart and Vin Diesel appear in the list of actors. , Garnett Hedlund and many other actors, their performances often lack facial expressions and eye depth, and the levels and details are completely insufficient. In the 120-frame technology, the shortcomings of stiff performances are further amplified, further Influenced the sublimation of the core theme.
In other words, "Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk" is a work with excellent conception but erroneous execution, and ultimately failed to achieve the expected results..
But after the failure of the work, Ang Lee insisted that his idea was correct, and he would continue to study the viewing experience brought by this technology. The next work will also continue to be shot using 120-frame technology..
If the director is Ang Lee, even if he knows that the next film will be "Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk", Renly will be willing to take over. Being able to cooperate with such a talented director will undoubtedly be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Renly is willing to be bold Try. Sometimes some things cannot be judged and chosen simply by success or failure..
Ang Lee could feel the passion in Renly's eyes, and he didn't question it at all, but he couldn't help but joke, "Isn't it okay even if it's the Hulk?"？”
“"Hulk", this commercial film is the biggest failure of director Ang Lee's career. Leaving aside the quality of the finished product, it is certain that Ang Lee's style is indeed not suitable for commercial films. His delicacy and gentleness Or is it more suitable for emotional communication and dialogue?.
What’s more, Hulk is a Marvel series.
“…… Uh, can we change the subject? "Renly pretended to show embarrassment and looked away guiltily, but it was precisely this "awesome" reaction that successfully made Ang Lee clap his hands happily and laugh..
Few people know that in private, Ang Lee is a person who likes to joke very much, and the topics are not taboo. It is far from the style of his works..
“how? What are you talking about? Don’t you know that it’s best to keep a distance between film festival judges and the creative teams of main competition works to avoid nepotism?？”
A voice with a deep smile came from directly in front. Ang Lee and Renly both turned their heads, and then they saw the figure of Steven Spielberg, who strode over. "If you want to get closer, at least you can't do it in front of reporters, and it's also on the red carpet. That's not good..”
Renly raised his eyebrows slightly, "If you want to get closer, wouldn't it be a better choice to be in front of reporters?？”
Steven and Ang Lee both exchanged glances and chuckled at the same time. In the end, Steven put his hands behind his back, assuming the posture of an elder, "You'd better look forward to it, tonight's movie is a Excellent masterpiece, a wonderful performance from you, otherwise I would never have shown any mercy during the jury discussion..”
Renly gave a polite nod, then closed his mouth in a well-behaved manner..
There was no answer, the action came first, but the meaning couldn’t be more obvious..
The two great directors couldn't help laughing again. Steven patted Renly's arm and said, "Go in. Nicole specially sent me out to save you. You have been on the red carpet for nearly an hour, but obviously, The reporters still have no intention of letting you go. But more importantly, we are all impatient to wait. When will the movie be broadcast?？”
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