Chapter 229 Things happened in Europe

As more than ten days passed, the 51st Cannes Film Festival was finally about to usher in its final moments. Although the Miracle director's "Mulholland Road" was the biggest focus throughout the entire film festival, so that the people participating had to talk about it to a few more or less, there were also many good movies and many good actors and directors who attracted attention.

For example, "Beautiful Life" written, directed and acted by Italian director Roberto Benini has received quite a lot of praise, or the plump and beautiful actress from China, whose large commercial photos hang high under the palm trees on the beach are eye-catching. Similarly, the Chinese director who has not yet produced the bloody steamed bun case also shows his last glory in Cannes.

So many people are still full of expectations for the upcoming award ceremony. No matter what, Cannes movies are still quite famous around the world, especially the Palme d'Or, which countless directors want to win back.

The award ceremony was held at the West Artide Grand Theater. Although he is in his fifties, the Cannes Film Festival has begun to have the idea of ​​trying to commercialize it, but the award ceremony is as always without any gimmicks, and there are awards in addition to awards.

Best Actress Winners are, Elodi Busch and Natasha Lenier, "The Dream Life of Angels"!With the announcement of the award presentation guests, there was a lot of warm applause.

What a pity, I thought the judges would give you this award generously.

Adrian, who was clapping, said to Naomi sitting in her face with regret, and glanced at Nicole sitting next to Naomi instead of her. This was not the time of the movie premiere. Even though many people were secretly sure that he had an affair with Nicole, she had not completely divorced yet, and it would be very inappropriate to arrange it on both sides.

It doesn't matter, as long as you are there.Naomi, who was also applauding, responding with a smile, saying this sentence without any pressure, so that Nicole couldn't help but turn her head around.

Adrian smiled slightly. He liked Naomi's attitude very much. He spoke a pun but fully expressed his thoughts.

If it weren't for this place, Hollywood, and not his base camp, he would really want to win the best actress for Naomi. Although the Cannes Best Actress is not very valuable, it is much better than nothing.

However, the Cannes Film Festival judges are not as many as those of the School of Film Science and Art. In fact, sometimes the more people they are, the more likely they are to be affected. As long as you grasp the mainstream influence, the shelter effect cannot be avoided as long as you have the conditions. And there are always some of them from all over the world, and it is also the French territory. Even if there are Martin Scorsese and Winona Ryder among the judges, it is not easy for Americans to win a certain award.

Actually, what I want to know most is whether you can get the Palme d'Or again.Naomi suddenly said this again.

After a smile, Adrian did not respond. Although "Mulholland Road" made a big splash at the film festival and received praise from many European film critics, it is not that easy to get the Palme d'Or.

In the more than 50 years of the Cannes Film Festival, there are only a handful of directors who won the Palme d'Or twice, and all of them are well-known and old directors. He has broken an age record. Will those people agree to him break it again?

Anyway, the main purpose of making this movie and participating in the film festival is not to win awards, and he still has many opportunities to win the Palme d'Or, so why bother with the present?

Besides, "Mulholland Road" has created such a great momentum, and they all have to give a comfort to the award for their sake, and I don't know if it is the best director or the film festival award.

Sure enough, as he expected, after Best Actor was awarded to Peter Mullen, the male lead in the British movie "My Name is Joe", the Best Director fell on Adrian's head.

Thank you very much for presenting the best director to me. I really didn't expect to win another trophy for Best Director at the Cannes Film Festival.This was originally a test work, thank you for your recognition, and of course, Nicole and Naomi for their outstanding performances and the efforts of the crew members.

Although Adrian looked solemn on the surface, he had a little teasing tone, and a low laugh could not have been heard in the hall. Everyone knew that after he won the Best Director, the Palme d'Or was definitely not his.

However, there was something else in the laughter. Although he didn't say it clearly, he also revealed an idea in his words. "Mulholland Road" is not a tribute to David Lynch. The most likely thing is that he wants to prove himself.

Of course, some people glanced at Naomi and Nicole with envy or jealousy, and specifically raised and thanked them in their award speech. Even if they didn’t have dates or dates, a one-night stand would definitely not be able to escape.

Amid the applause, Adrian returned to his position. Next, the film festival award was awarded to Roberto Benini's "Beautiful Life", and the Palme drew Day, the director of the Greek film "Eternal and One Day". Benini was so happy that she picked up the host Isabel Huper and turned around, and knelt on Martin Scorsese and thanked him repeatedly, which caused the audience to burst into laughter, but all of this had nothing to do with him.

After the award ceremony, the Cannes Film Festival closed, but the interesting news that happened at the film festival will become a topic of conversation for a long time, such as the director of Miracle finally denied paying tribute to Lynch.

Of course, this is just some people's interpretation of the award speech, while different people have different interpretations, so the debate about "Mulholland Road" is still ongoing.

Many people who are concerned about this matter, whether critics or ordinary people, have to sigh that the works born from director Miracle are different, which also makes many movie fans who are not paying attention to this matter without going to Cannes and are also curious about "Mulholland Road". Someone left a message on AC Media's official film website to ask when it will be released.

Although the reporters also wanted to take advantage of the Miracle Director's statement and continue to dig out something, just like in the past ten days, Adrian's trace was immediately lost after the closing of the festival. Although they followed Nicole or Naomi all day after the award ceremony, they did not see the figure they wanted to see before they left.

Although the reporters were all gritting their teeth, they were helpless. After all, Adrian was not only a big director and producer, but also a new Hollywood media celebrity. The way he used to deal with ordinary celebrities could not have much effect on him.

Even a person like Disney CEO Michael Eisner who is an ordinary rich man who is gone as long as he is still in the position of chairman, reporters must be careful, not to mention Adrian, who is only a little worse than Murdoch, Redstone and others.

Although these people are very depressed now, Adrian is quite comfortable. After finishing his trip to Cannes, he immediately went to London and then drove north to visit the small towns in the UK slowly. Of course, Sophie Marceau was by his side.

Although Adrian has been to Paris to meet her many times, there is less time after all. Otherwise, even if she saw him and Nicole and Naomi at the film festival, she would not have tightened her face and turned him away again and again, so she would have to use unconventional means to enter her room in the end.

So after the film festival, Adrian immediately invited Sophie to go to the UK with him, and Sophie naturally would not refuse.

Although she complained and even got angry in her heart when she was in Cannes, and more than once she suspected that she was too humble. Whenever she thought of the joy on the Paris Tower and the midnight circumvention in that small cinema, she would feel a little embarrassed and embarrassed, but as long as Adrian coaxed her a few words by her side, she would become happy immediately.

This time was no exception. In addition, the British pastoral scenery along the way was also very interesting. She quickly forgot all the unhappy she had accumulated before, but there were also unhappy things, such as...

Very beautiful butterfly!On a small hill, Emma shouted in surprise, pointing to the wild flowers in the bushes.

It's really beautiful and a little familiar, but I don't remember what kind of variety it is.

Adrian walked over, observed carefully, and after saying that, the butterfly, which was slightly larger than an ordinary butterfly, flapped its wings and left.

It's really rare. You can't remember anything you claim to be remembered.Sophie, who followed, teased with a smile.

It’s not that I don’t remember it, but that I remember too many things and it takes time to search in my head. As long as I have enough time, I will definitely be able to recall it.Adrian shrugged.

A good idea, even if you can't find it in enough time, you can say that you haven't seen it, right?

Sophie's reaction was very agile, but Emma's crisp voice inserted at this time: It's a pity that I didn't bring the tools, otherwise I could have caught it.

The little girl pouted and pulled Adrian's corner of her clothes, looking very regretful. Although Sophie wanted to say a few words, she only sighed lightly in the end.

Let’s do this. When we arrive at the next town, we will see if there are any tools for catching butterflies for sale. Then when we go to the next small hill, we will try to catch butterflies if we have a favorite.

Adrian pinched Emma's little face.

Good Ah, good Ah!The little guy immediately clapped his hands happily.

But let me first say that neither Sophie nor I will catch butterflies, so you are not allowed to laugh at us at that time.

Adrian then reminded him again, and he nodded repeatedly before pulling her towards the blanket that had been laid under the big tree. As for the gloomy sky, let's talk about it when it rains.

Although the atmosphere of the picnic was quite harmonious, Adrian still felt Sophie's resentment, and he could only sigh in his heart.

It’s not that he didn’t want to have a two-person trip with Sophie, but if Emma knew that he went to London but didn’t go to see her right away, she might be very troubled in the future. If it were the case before, it would be fine, but last year, several promises were not fulfilled, and the little guy was also very resentful.

I'm telling you clearly, Mr. Adrian, half of you are already on the blacklist in my heart.Emma once pretended to warn him.

From the fact that she would rather ask for leave from school, she would have to follow her, that if Adrian did not compromise, he would definitely face a disaster.

OK, Sophie, she is just a child, and don’t you think this is interesting?

Adrian, who enjoyed this moment of peace, said to his woman like this as Emma started running wildly on the hillside after lunch.

I know, but... Sophie couldn't help but pout and make her look cute.

She knew about Emma, ​​and it was precisely because of this that she tolerated Emma along the way and turned a blind eye to her actions of snatching attention.

The little guy thought he was doing something hidden, but she was still a child after all. How could this little trick escape Sophie's eyes? Although Adrian did not completely indulge her, Sophie still felt a little confused.

Think about the good, you see, no one recognizes us all the way.

Adrian spread his hands with a smile, and then a hint of blush flashed across Sophie's face. Many people thought they were a family of three along the way.

knew.Sophie answered so lazyly, but a strange light flashed through his eyes.

Adrian raised his eyebrows imperceptibly, and instead continued the topic, he talked about another thing: Frankly speaking, Sophie, am I really the kind of man who abandons women after playing with them?

The extremely serious expression made Sophie stunned for a long time, but she quickly reacted and glared at him angrily: At least in the novel, you are!

His cute and singing look made Adrian laugh. Although Sophie's life trajectory has changed a lot because of his intervention, the semi-autobiographical novel "The Lie Woman" was published at the beginning of last year, a few months later than his previous life, but the content has changed a few times.

Although Adrian has never read it in his previous life, he has also heard the general content. However, in this book, the reason why the heroine went to the United States to develop became that she was invited by an American director, and was soon captured by the director. However, the date with the director was sweet and short. Soon the other party had a new love and no longer paid attention to the heroine. The heroine was frustrated and returned to France despite playing a few good roles.

Although the book says that the director is older, he has always highlighted his mysterious sense of attraction to women. If others see it or don’t know, does Adrian still know who the prototype is?

OK, Ed, you know this is a novel and not a real autobiography, so it's normal to have some exaggeration and drama.

Sophie's eyes were curved and seemed to be very proud. Am I the kind of woman in the novel who likes to lie?

Who knows?Adrian sighed leisurely.

Ed!Sophie, who was still smiling just now, immediately shouted with her eyebrows raised.

But you must admit that you are good at making up stories, my dear.Adrian immediately changed his mind. In my opinion, you can try to be a screenwriter while performing.

Yeah?Sophie, who had returned to her calmness, asked in a faint tone.

Yes.

Adrian, who knew what she was thinking, whispered and then moved his butt and sat closer to her. In fact, I think you could try to direct some movies, which doesn't deny your acting skills, Sophie, they can't see but it doesn't mean I can't see it. I just hope you can show more abilities and let those people see what an excellent woman you are.

This is not a lie. Although Sophie's writing style is not particularly good, the delicateness of women is still well expressed. She also directed a short film in her previous life, but she finally gave up because no one supported her.

Adrian plans to let her try more. If she can really develop in the director, she will tie her up more firmly, and he has also prepared a plan, if it goes well in a few months...

You always like to say these sweet words.Sophie leaned in his arms said, then raised her head and stared at Adrian.

The bright brown eyes looked so melancholy, which made people cherish it. Adrian sighed softly in his heart, held her face and leaned over and kissed the pair of wet lips.

Under the big tree and on the carpet, the couple leaned against each other and slowly kissed each other, as if every touch was about to taste the sweet taste. The breeze blew gently, making everything look like a beautiful still life.

Unfortunately, the romantic and imaginative scene did not last long before it was broken.

Ed!I caught a butterfly!I caught it!I caught it with bare hands!The little girl's voice came from afar, as if she was seeking credit and reminding her.

Adrian had to roll his eyes and leave Sophie's lips: Oh, hell!For the first time, I began to regret bringing her out!

Sophie burst out laughing immediately. Although her eyes were saying the word "I deserve it", she was still comforting her mouth: OK, this is enough.

enough?How is that possible?

Adrian replied dissatisfiedly that if she wasn't here, I could taste the natural taste again, and I've never tried it again since that time in the villa's garden.

goat!Sophie immediately blushed and spat at him, but immediately subconsciously added: I will make up for it tonight...

Before he finished speaking, he closed his mouth, but unfortunately he had already entered Adrian's ears without losing all his words.

Then that's it.He laughed and stood up and ran to Emma, ​​who was still shouting.

A few days later, Adrian also set out on the journey back to Los Angeles after sending Sophie back to Paris. He actually wanted to bring Sophie with him, but she was always a little uncomfortable with Hollywood and reluctant to part with Paris, so she gave up the idea after a few temptations.

Of course, this is only temporary, Adrian believes that it will be soon to convince her that women without fit should not meet each other, but they must always live nearby.

However, he was not alone in the United States. He was also accompanied by Emma, ​​a weird elf girl. She acted coquettishly and pretended to be a good person. She was just in elementary school and was always very smart. It was approaching summer vacation, so it was easy to take a leave. Adrian, who had a headache, had to compromise again.