780 A piece of peace
The sound of the shutter gradually subsided, the flash gradually dissipated, and the press conference gradually revealed its original appearance. The venue, which can accommodate 300 people, was packed with seats and spectators; cameras were placed in the central aisle and in the open spaces on both sides, and recording was in progress. , the busy figures filled the surrounding space without any gaps; a large group of staff stood bustling behind the venue, crowded with people, and excited and excited figures surged in the shadows without lights..
There is always a turbulent and hot atmosphere in the room, just like the rising sunshine in the morning, filling the entire space..
It was the fifth day after the opening of the Berlin Film Festival. The first press conference at 9 a.m. was about a small-budget independent film. However, the press conference hall was packed to the brim. Not only did the seats in the venue clear out early. It was all sold out, and even the staff couldn’t wait to come in and join in the fun, as if the focus of the entire film festival had gathered here..
At this year's Berlin Film Festival, although there was a gimmick of Meryl Streep accepting the Lifetime Achievement Award, the overall competition section was silent and the stars were dim..
Among the shortlists for the main competition unit are Christian Petzold, who is considered a representative of the "Berlin School" of independent film movements launched by young German filmmakers, and Niki, who wrote the original script of "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo". Nikolaj-Arcel, the last great star of Danish cinema, Mads-Mikkelson, and Diane Kruger, who made a name for herself as a model-turned-actor. (Diane-Kruger), as well as Alicia-Vikander and Lea-Seydoux, who are highly recognized among the new generation of actors.）……
However, the influence of these filmmakers is only limited to Europe, and they are far from being considered important figures within Europe. When it comes to directors, actors or screenwriters who are well-known and influential around the world, even in the United States Actor Billy Bob Thornton is not included. This famous Hollywood bad boy has a limited influence on the world stage..
Perhaps, Vittorio-Taviani and his brother Paolo-Taviani are the biggest names at this year’s Berlin Film Festival. This pair of brother directors, in Italy He enjoys a pivotal position in the film industry. He won the Palme d'Or at Cannes in 1977 for "My Father, My Lord" and received the Venice Lifetime Achievement Award in 1986. He can be said to be a representative figure of Italian neorealism..
However, the two Taviani brothers are over eighty and have gradually entered the twilight years of their artistic career. It can be said that it is difficult to rely on them to attract focus and create topics..
Looking at the shortlist of the entire main competition unit, "Transcendence" jointly created by Tony Kaye and Renly Hall is undoubtedly the most watched hot spot. The former has won a lot of attention in Europe with the "American X-Files" fourteen years ago. The art world has gained a firm foothold; the latter is like a comet, rising rapidly in the past two years, and now it has become one of the leading figures of the new generation..
Especially Renly, "Fast and Furious 5", "Crazy Love", and "Fighting Cancer", three works on three levels, enjoy high popularity around the world; not to mention, this year, During the awards season, with the outstanding performance of his two works, Renly has already occupied a place. The Oscar nomination list just announced is the best proof. There is no doubt that Renly has become the top choice at this year's Berlin Film Festival. The most popular topic maker.
As a result, the "detached" press conference became such a grand event! The three hundred press seats were not enough, the film festival staff were actually involved, and the press conference at 9 o'clock in the morning was actually packed with people..
Such treatment can only be enjoyed by top Hollywood stars such as George Clooney and Brad Pitt. Such a grand occasion is not comparable to Cannes, but it is comparable to Venice. It is really rare to see Berlin, which has always been cold and serious..
Even the well-informed Tony Kaye couldn't help but show a look of surprise at this time. He turned his head and saw the surprise in Renly's eyes. The two exchanged glances and both chuckled. Get up. The excitement and success of the press conference means that "detachment" has won more attention. This is undoubtedly a better start..
At this moment, a voice came from the side of the stage, "The press conference will begin now. Reporters can start asking questions.".”
The speaker should be the host of the press conference. Renly couldn't help but chuckle, "Is it starting now? Hasn't the question-and-answer session already started?" This joke made the reporters laugh..
Renly shrugged lightly, raised his hand to pick up the mineral water bottle in front of him, unscrewed it, and took a sip of water. Strangely, the entire venue fell into silence, and all the eyes were on It fell on Renly, which made Renly pause for a moment in lifting the mineral water, and looked at Tony in confusion..
Tony deliberately turned sideways, facing Renly, and chuckled, "The question-and-answer period has begun, but you didn't name any reporter, and they couldn't stand up to ask questions..”
At this rare moment, Renly was slightly stunned. He always thought that at the press conference of the film festival, the host was responsible for attending and controlling, and this was the case at the Toronto Film Festival; but he did not expect that European film festivals were more free and free. More casual, the press conference is like an audience meeting, completely free-range mode.
The smile on his lips rose helplessly, "Sorry, this is my first time attending such a grand film festival. It seems that I still have a lot to learn." Renly said into the microphone easily, and then raised his right hand to signal. After a moment, he gave Tony the space to control the overall situation..
Unexpectedly, Tony said into the microphone, "Does anyone want to ask Renly a question?"？”
Swish, swish, swish, most of the reporters' right hands were raised. Some even couldn't hold back their excitement, and left their chairs slightly. They raised their right hands as high as possible and kept shaking them, hoping to attract Renly's attention. Attention. As a result, the venue suddenly turned into an arm forest, a dense forest swaying in the wind. Looking around, it was really spectacular..
Such a scene is a sight to behold. Renly's right hand holding the mineral water paused in mid-air. He turned to look at Tony's gloating expression, then turned to look at Sammy, Betty and others on the other side. In the end, the man could only put the mineral water back on the table. "So, the first question..." Renly looked at the audience, glanced at it casually, then politely stretched out his hand and pointed in one direction, " The lady, yes, the lady with the blue scarf.”
In an instant, all the other raised right hands were lowered, and then everyone looked at the reporter uniformly. She also stood up and said into the microphone in front of her, "Renly, I am 'Screen Magazine reporter Anna, this is your first time visiting the Berlin Film Festival. What is your impression of this place?？”
Standard official questions, giving cast or crew members a chance to "show their love" to the festival.
“I think I will choose the word 'enthusiasm'." After Renly finished speaking, there was a low laugh, and even Renly himself couldn't help but smile, "I know, I am also a little surprised by this choice. .But the fact is, this is indeed my impression of Berlin in the past eighteen hours..”
“Since arriving at the airport yesterday, this city has been showing me its rich history, friendly movie fans and rare atmosphere. Yesterday afternoon, I met a group of lovely movie fans in front of the hotel, and one of the boys gave me a gift A 'transcendence' movie poster, that was the first time I saw the physical poster." Renly said with a smile, "Just before the press conference, other fans heard about it and gave it to me as a gift. A brand new poster. I really can’t think of a better way to start this film festival trip..”
“Maybe a bright sunny day can do it." Tony, who was sitting next to him, complained without warning, and the reporters couldn't help laughing..
Renly couldn't help but smile and replied smoothly, "If you came from London, you wouldn't say that." The understatement made the weather in London worse, and the reporters at the venue burst into laughter. The voice was so enthusiastic that it interrupted Renly's subsequent words. He had to stop smiling and pause for a moment before continuing..
“Not only that, last night, I went to the cinema to watch this year's exhibition works. There, I met many audience members, and we shared a lot of opinions about the film. Their positivity and initiative really left a deep impression on me. "Renly shrugged lightly, "So, yes, enthusiasm, this is my first impression of the Berlin Film Festival..”
The questions were fair, and the answers were fair, but Renly's calm and humorous style made the atmosphere in the venue lively..
Immediately afterwards, Renly clicked on a second reporter in a forest of raised arms, "Because of the filming of 'Edge of Tomorrow,' you regretfully missed the Golden Globe Awards ceremony two weeks ago. What do you have to say about this?" Thoughts? Also, can you introduce us to the work 'Edge of Tomorrow'?？”
Questions are still in the official polite form, but the theme is slightly more sharp..
However, this is not difficult for Renly. "Whether it is a movie that has just been completed or an award ceremony that I regret to miss, that is another story. This is Berlin. If I don't want to be kicked out by the committee, As for the stage, I think we should bring the topic back to the focus of today. What do you think?？”
He carefully avoided those sensitive topics without leaving any room for change; on the contrary, his teasing and joking tone successfully made the reporters chuckle again. The third question that followed, naturally It became much more normal. "Can you introduce the work 'Transcendence' to the audience? Are there any interesting things worth sharing during the collaboration with Tony Kaye?"？”
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