Senior Superstar

As the "newcomer" who appeared for the first time in this year's Oscars, Li Shixin's appearance immediately aroused strong interest from the media present.

Amidst the flashing lights, Li Shixin waved lightly, and strode towards the entrance of the venue.

Zhao Jinzhi, as a manager who just got involved in the North American film market, did not receive an invitation from the senior management of the academy this year.

But Li Shixin was not alone on this trip - An Xiaoxiao was already waiting at the entrance of the venue.

Unlike Li Shixin, who was already in Hollywood, An Xiaoxiao arrived by plane only last night.

It's just because of Huaqi's commercial cooperation business that he didn't go to Li Shixin, but directly accepted a series of brand image designs in Los Angeles.

Although Huaqi has always been cautious about An Xiaoxiao's endorsements and advertisements, regardless of the commercial nature or An Xiaoxiao's personal development, he will definitely not miss such an important occasion as the Oscars.

After all, the domestic entertainment industry and international brand owners are too obsessed with the red carpet.

In recent years, some third-rate stars and 18th-line Internet celebrities will try their best to go to the opening ceremonies of major film festivals to "rub the carpet" even if they have not received an invitation. Some of them even stayed on the red carpet for too long, only going out when the security guards were called to "please".

An artist's popularity is one of them, but even if an artist is shameless, it is impossible for an artist to sneak into the red carpet without an invitation-this is ultimately fueled by the management.

On occasions like the Oscars, going abroad can be directly converted into commercial income and fame income in seconds.

Once again waving to the media reporters frantically taking pictures, Li Shixin stood beside An Xiaoxiao.

He let his personal disciple take his own arm, arranged the pose according to the procedure again, and accepted another wave of flashing lights.

Glancing at the dark blue evening dress beside him, the skirt was studded with crystals, like An Xiaoxiao who was wearing the Milky Way, Li Shixin turned his head sideways.

"Good guy, aren't you tired?"

There was a trace of bitterness in An Xiaoxiao's sweet and innocent smile.

"Teacher, please don't mention it! When I arrived in Los Angeles last night, I was tortured by those stylists and design directors of various brands all night! Look at me, Huaqi's advertising department has gone crazy! Evening wear is Escada, the watch is plum blossom, the shoes are Valentino, and the whole set of jewelry is custom-made by Bulgari... They can't wait for me to put Cartier diamonds on my teeth! I have seven high-end brands implanted in my body now. The things add up to more than 30 million. I don’t know how to walk now, and I have to return the things after I wear them. If I scratch a hole in my skirt or accidentally lose my bag or ring, I’m afraid it’s our master and apprentice. Everyone has to go to women's clothing to sell their butts to pay for it!"

"..."

So... why didn't the company arrange this for the old man?

Looking at An Xiaoxiao who kept waving at the camera and showing off his watch and ring, Li Shixin put a lot of effort into managing his expressions.

Jealousy... made the old man twist his eyes behind his back!

Seeing that the stars behind had already entered the arena, Li Shixin, who didn't have an advertisement on his body, put his face down.

damn it!

I must mention this matter to the company later.

If the old man is not arranged for the next Oscars ceremony, the old man will definitely print the advertisement for the cemetery of his godson No. 5 on his body!

You don't have to lose your face, but you can't lose your face!

You can't let people say that the old man is an international superstar, and he can't even get an endorsement!

Feeling aggrieved, Li Shixin and An Xiaoxiao walked down the red carpet of the Avenue of Stars hand in hand.

Compared with the solemnity and attention outside, the inside of the venue was a little more relaxed.

After being interviewed by several media, Li Shixin brought An Xiaoxiao to the guest seat.

While looking for his seat, Li Shixin saw an acquaintance.

It is none other than Nolan who is about to cooperate.

Seeing Li Shixin again after half a month, Nolan's psychological burden seemed to be let go, and he seemed a lot more natural.

"Li, it seems that you are very serious about shaping your body. Compared to when you were auditioning, you have gained a lot of weight."

Opening his arms with a smile, Li Shixin and Nolan hugged each other as a greeting.

Nolan did not have a work this year, but participated in the ceremony as a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Although the Oscars are ostensibly hosted by the ABC television network in the United States, the awarding party is actually the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

So actually, it's an academy award.

The awards are selected through public voting by the public, and an external independent accounting firm is responsible for statistics and finalists.

Then, the judging panel composed of film and television company executives, directors, screenwriters, actors and other industry practitioners will be in charge of the second round of voting, and finally compete for the final award.

Noticing Nolan's seat, Li Shixin raised his eyebrows and lowered his voice.

"Chris, you participated in the award selection this time?"

Facing Li Shixin's question, Nolan was taken aback for a moment, and then smiled mysteriously.

"Li, you don't mean to ask me if you won the lottery this year, do you? If that's the idea, I'm afraid I'll disappoint you. Although I'm a member of the society's jury in name, I'm currently working on "The Bat "Xia", so I didn't participate in it. But I may have guessed what you are worried about."

Are you that old roundworm in my duodenum?

Li Shixin blinked his eyes.

Seeing Li Shixin's questioning face, Nolan laughed.

"Isn't it because I'm worried about being shortlisted, but will I accompany you in the run?"

As he spoke, he sized up Li Shixin again.

"Perhaps, I am worried that I am a Chinese, and because of my skin color, I will miss some important awards?"

"It's not Chinese, it's Chinese."

Li Shixin solemnly reminded him.

"oh?"

Hearing this, Nolan put away his smile.

Although he had auditioned, he noticed that Li Shixin was mainly recommended by the director of the audition, and he did not carefully read the column of Li Shixin's actor information.

"Don't worry too much about that. There must be political factors in the Oscar winning, but the influence is not as great as you think. Moreover, the box office of "The Silence of the Lambs" was very good in the first round. I heard that some members of the Academy specifically discussed it. The artistry and commerciality of the film, from this point of view, there is a basic set for winning. What's more... this year's Oscars are different from previous ones..."

"How do you say this?"

Seeing that Nolan hesitated in his words, Li Shixin immediately asked.

"Well,"

Nolan spread his hands and said, "You know, the ratings of the Oscars have been declining in the past few years. ABC is under a lot of pressure, and I heard that several high-quality advertisers have terminated their cooperation. In North American TV In the market, the number of advertisements is limited by the length of the program, and the length of the program is limited by the limited prime time caused by the three-hour time difference between the east and the west of the United States, so the ratings will seriously affect the advertising revenue.

Previously, the society was mainly responsible for selecting shortlisted and award-winning films, and ABC was only the organizer of the ceremony, so it could not coerce or hint at which films to select. But this year is different. ABC is subject to huge ratings pressure. This year they specifically issued a warning to the society. Expressed the logic they hope Oscar should have. This logic is very clear, that is, if a film with a high box office can be shortlisted, it can increase the interest and ratings of the live TV audience for the program. "

"Will the Society follow the advice of the ABC?"

Shrugging his shoulders, Nolan looked helpless.

"Who knows, the fellows of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences have never played their cards according to the routine. However, the main funding of the Academy currently comes from ABC's annual Oscars broadcast fee, and ABC's income comes from broadcasting the ceremony. Interstitial commercials. Perhaps, before finding strong capital support, the group of guys who always don’t know what to think in their minds will make a certain compromise.”

"In the worst case, or at least commercial films and genre films with good artistic value should have a chance to be shortlisted for awards. Otherwise, the ratings of the live broadcast of the award ceremony will continue to decline. If things go on like this, the livelihood of the academy will become a problem. I I personally think that "The Silence of the Lambs" is a good combination of artistry and commerciality. It is a work with profound connotations, and it also fits the current box office market, pushing the category of thrillers back to the audience's vision."

Looking at the thoughtful Li Shixin, Nolan smiled again;

"So don't worry Li, if I participate in this year's selection, I will vote for "Lamb". I believe that under the new logic of capital intervention, "Lamb" will gain something."

Seeing that more and more guests were present, the seats in the guest seats were already full, and the ceremony was about to begin. Nolan patted Li Shixin on the shoulder and returned to his seat.

"Hey! Li, I've been looking for you for a long time. Wow, little one. You look like a fairy tonight! If I had known that you were so dazzling tonight, I wouldn't have promised Jessica to walk the red carpet with her. "

At this moment, a greeting came from behind Li Shixin.

Glancing at Griff and his female companion, the famous Hollywood vase, Li Shixin snorted.

Sao bag.

At night, this guy was wearing a pair of pure black sunglasses, but he was wearing a pure white suit, as if he was afraid that he would not be conspicuous, and a golden rose brooch was hung on his chest.

The point is...the shirt is not under the suit. The brown chest hair just swayed gracefully on the collar of the white suit.

The whole person looks.....

It's like a cowboy on the run from a nightclub.

Li Shixin even suspected that this guy would take off his suit at any time and perform a striptease on the spot.

"Hey! Chris! Long time no see!"

Just when Li Shixin didn't know how to complain about this guy, Griff noticed Nolan sitting next to Li Shixin.

Immediately, he posted it with a familiar look. Amid Nolan's resistance and embarrassment, a big hug came.

Li Shixin noticed that after the two separated, Nolan vigorously brushed off a piece of chest hair that was stuck on his body.

"Please take your seats. The ceremony will begin immediately."

Taking advantage of the reminder from the on-site staff, Li Shixin quickly led An Xiaoxiao back to his seat.

I can't afford to lose this person!

Unexpectedly, because he was invited by the crew, Griff's seat was beside him.

After sending Jessica Alba to the seat, Griff sat down next to Li Shixin.

"Hey, Lee. I saw you talking to Chris (Nolan) just now. What did you talk about? I remember he is also a lifelong Oscar judge, and he may have participated in the selection of this year's Academy Awards. Did you ask Ask him, what awards can we get?"

"asked."

Li Shixin looked at the awards stage without squinting, and responded casually.

"I knew you wouldn't let me down!"

Griff shook his fist violently.

Attracted by his excessive movements, several nearby guests all looked over.

Facing everyone's eyes, Griff flirted kisses with two of the female stars.

The latter responded enthusiastically.

Hmm...it looks like a good relationship.

"So did he reveal what award I won?"

After beaming at the two actresses, he turned his head and lowered his voice to ask.

"Oscar Award for Best Stallion. Kidney Tonifying Association Lifetime Achievement Award and Best Short Sign Award."

Before Li Shixin could answer, An Xiaoxiao, who had endured him for a long time, grabbed Baozi's face and made a complaint.