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The person who decided on the date for the awards must have confirmed the weather with the Meteorological Bureau. When that day arrived, the weather was exceptionally brilliant, and the sky seemed to have been washed, and it was so blue that people were moved.

Naoki Nagayama naturally put on a handsome suit early and drove a big black car to the studio.

Of course the people from Shuyu Pictures had to go together, but Shuichi Indo was with the people from Kadokawa, and "The Tale of Hachiko Monogatari" also had their names on it~

What's annoying is that a few people in the studio actually wanted to borrow Naoki Nagayama's Toyota Century as a showpiece...

"Otomo-san, after all, we are a film and television production company with a total box office of over 10 billion. Can't we equip ourselves with a higher-end car to enhance our appearance?"

Nagayama Naoki sat in the back seat and complained to Yoshimura Otomo, which made the co-pilot Yuki Saito and the driver Masataka Komori laugh.

And Yoshimura Otomo said helplessly: "Naoki-san...the problem is that even if you are equipped with a bus, it is impossible to be equipped with a luxury car worth more than 20 million~"

"Besides, you are the president of Shuyou Pictures, so naturally your car is the face of the company~"

Although the truth is this, Naoki Nagayama always feels a little uncomfortable sitting in the back seat. His car is now being driven by someone else... There is always a strange feeling of being ntr...

"Speaking of which formation should we walk on the red carpet when we arrive?" Nagayama Naoki brought up another topic, changing his mind in another direction, "Masataka-kun, should we go together or park the car?"

"I'll just go park the car!"

He could have handed the car to the parking boy, but Komori Masataka didn't want to walk on the red carpet. He was originally a behind-the-scenes person and really didn't want to appear in front of many media figures.

"That's okay, you can come in by yourself when the time comes~"

As a member of the film production team, we still have to appear together when we finally receive the award.

"Where are the three of us?"

Yoshimura Otomo suggested: "Let Yuki-chan walk in the middle, and then hold Naoki-san on her arm."

"That's not possible!" Naoki Nagayama immediately refused, not caring about the disappointment on the face of co-pilot Yuki Saito, "If Yuki-chan holds my arm, there might be scandals flying all over the sky tomorrow.

These two days are the time when Yuki-chan is making her debut, so it’s best not to get rid of this kind of gossip.”

"That's right...then just hold your arm with me~"

Fangcun Dayou nodded, holding the old man who was nearly fifty years old, so naturally there would be no criticism.

The award ceremony was held at the Prince Hotel, but it was different from the rehearsal. The door was now full of waiting reporters and media personnel. Every guest who got off the car at the door was targeted by dozens of cameras.

The sound of Katcha Katcha's shutter and flash can blind people's eyes.

After the three people got out of the car, they walked on the red carpet according to the formation discussed before.

Naoki Nagayama and Otomo Yoshimura both wore well-fitting suits, while Yuki Saito wore a long white lace dress with a pure white cashmere sweater. Their shoulder-length hair was combed into a bun and spread around the back, looking pure and innocent.

Pleasant.

Sure enough, all the spears and cannons were aimed at the three people in the group, which made Naoki Nagayama's smile a little stiff, but he still walked into the banquet hall at a normal pace, otherwise there might be something frivolous and unstable in the newspapers the next day.

Something like that.

On the other hand, Saito Yuki and Yoshimura Otomo looked very calm. One is talented, the other is just thick-skinned.

The seat arranged is on the round table in the first half of the court, on the right side, not far or close to the medal podium.

This seemed to be a gathering place for directors. It was here that Naoki Nagayama saw Masaki Kobayashi, Masahiro Shinoda, and other unfamiliar people. Shuichi Yoto was also nearby.

"Zhengshu-san, Zhenghaosang!"

After Naoki Nagayama sat down, he nodded to the two of them. Masaki Kobayashi, who was sitting very close, was chatting with a director. When he saw Naoki Nagayama, he smiled and said to the person next to him: "Naoki-san, too."

Here we come... By the way, Fukasaku-san, this handsome guy is the guy competing with you for Best Picture and Best Director, haven't you met him yet?"

"Well, I've met him many times, but I haven't gotten to know him."

Naoki Nagayama also understood that this was Kinji Fukasaku, the director of "March of Kamata" and a great national director in Japan. He is especially good at shooting Yakuza gangster films, and the "Battle Royale" series is his most classic film.

"This is the first time we meet. I am Naoki Nagayama. Please give me your advice." Since we have met, it is natural to say hello in Japanese style first.

However, it seems that Director Fukasaku seems to be very cold and just nodded. In fact, if Naoki Nagayama hadn't stepped in this year, his "March of Kamata" would basically not have any competitors, it would only be "Ghost Dragon"

"The Life of Hanako Inon" and his duel between the two heroes.

Sure enough, a guy who likes to make Yakuza gangster movies will naturally have a bit of unruliness in his character~

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As the venue became more and more crowded and cameras at all positions were ready, the 6th Japan Film Academy Awards Ceremony finally began.

Hosts Yamashiro Shingo and Ishida Eri opened the show skillfully. This line must have been rehearsed hundreds of times in private.

Just like in the rehearsal, the awards were read out one by one by the host, and celebrities came on stage to be interviewed or to receive awards.

"The shortlist for the Best Newcomer Award is: "That Summer, the Sea of ​​Tranquility" - Yuki Saito; "March of Kamata" - Mitsuru Hirata; "Bomb" - Yoshijun Ishihara; "Transfer Student" -

—Kobayashi Satomi."

Looking at the shortlisted short films of newcomers on the big screen, the scene of Yuki Saito running from the street under the night was specially enlarged and cut out.

Saito Yuki also came to the rehearsal. At this time, at the waiter's signal, he was still a little nervous and walked onto the stage to be interviewed together with the other shortlisted candidates.

Yamashiro Shingo first made a joke: "When I just saw Miss Yuki Saito walking up, I thought it was my first love who suddenly walked onto the stage. Oh, it really feels like a first love!"

Saito Yuki smiled reservedly: "Yamashiro-san is too exaggerated..."

"This is Ms. Saito's first time starring in a movie. I just saw the scene in the movie where she ran from the dark street. It was obviously a moment of emotional explosion, but in the end it was all suppressed in a silent smile. Such an explosion and

It’s difficult for a newcomer to exercise restraint. How did you film it at that time?”

Why are the questions different from those during rehearsals?

Such thoughts flashed through Yuki Saito's mind. During the rehearsal, he clearly asked what it was like to perform for the first time without saying a word...

But after all, he is an artist who has appeared on many programs, and he still has the ability to adapt to changes:

"Arnold...Actually, I was so tired that I couldn't speak..." Yuki Saito remembered the time of filming, "At that time, Director Naoki asked me to run six times.

!At least 500 meters of street!”

"Huh? That's 3,000 meters!" host Eri Ishida exclaimed. As a girl, she knows what it feels like to run 3,000 meters.

"Hey, director Naoki actually sat in the car and followed the filming at that time..." Yuki Saito couldn't help complaining, "The next few times, I ran in front of the camera and I really couldn't say a word.

Now, you have to control your breathing and don’t gasp..."

Maybe Saito Yuki is really suitable for the spotlight. He directly turned the interview into a complaint conference, making the host and other finalists laugh, and other guests in the audience also laughed.

Naoki Nagayama, who was sitting in the audience, covered his face while laughing. Yuki Saito did run away many times at that time...

However, Yamashiro Shingo still controlled the flow of the program and asked some questions of the other finalists, but those were much duller and not as interesting as Saito Yuki's interview.

The subsequent Best Newcomer Award naturally went to Saito Yuki, this newbie actor who can move everyone without using any lines is truly extremely talented.

During the acceptance speech, I finally did not continue to thank you this time, but introduced my debut in a generous manner, hoping to gain more support from everyone.

After the Best Newcomer Award, there are side awards such as Best Recording, Photography, and Film Score. There is no need to go up for interviews. Naoki Nagayama is naturally nominated. Musical songs like "Slient Love" are obviously much better than other movies, and they are basically already included.

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When it was time for Naoki Nagayama to give his acceptance speech, it was obvious that Shingo Yamashiro was getting nervous.

However, there were no surprises this time, and a lot of words had been prepared for the scene.

When he stepped down from the stage, Yoshimura Otomo couldn't help but ask: "Naoki-san, why is that acceptance speech of thanking... gone?"

"Haha, just say it once. If you say it all the time, everyone will find it boring."

However, Kobayashi Masaki who was not far away heard it and responded with a smile: "Naoki-san, I think it's very interesting. If you don't tell me, I will tell you about it next time!"

"Then take it~" Nagayama Naoki was speechless~

The following awards for Best Supporting Actor and Best Actor and Best Actor and Actor were actually taken away by "March of Kamata", especially since both the male and female protagonists were from "March of Kamata", and the opponent "The Life of Hanako Kiryuin" actually won the same award.

None of them were obtained, which is really surprising.

When I saw Keiko Matsuzaka in a bright blue dress taking the stage as the award guest, I obviously thought that I had no chance. After all, I was the award guest. However, when I read the winners, I was not only surprised but also excited. I couldn't help but stand on the awards stand.

Tears were shed.

Naoki Nagayama couldn't help but look at Kinji Fukasaku who was nearby, and the directors around him. It turned out to be the veteran Shochiku Pictures, and his ability was really strong.

"Best Screenplay Award, the winner is Kanehara Mineo - "Kamata March""

As the applause came, the award for best screenplay was also won by "March of Kamata"...??m

Naoki Nagayama even felt that this was a counterattack against him by the established big production company.

Although they failed at the Mainichi Film Awards, allowing the oldest company to win a grand slam at the Japan Film Academy Awards, the highest competition in the Japanese film industry, known as Japan's Oscars, is the biggest mockery of the enemy.

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So what if you launched a public opinion offensive? In the end, you still have to listen to our arrangements?

However, Naoki Nagayama knew that the Japan Film Academy Awards was the exclusive domain of established production companies, so he didn't have high hopes.

Shingo Yamashiro on the stage announced the shortlist for the Best Director Award: "Kinji Fukasaku - "March of Kamata"; Yoshitaro Nomura - "Doubt"; Heroes of the Five Society - "The Life of Hanako Kiryuin"; Naoki Nagayama

——"That Summer, the Quiet Sea"; Toshiya Yoto - "Abduction Report"; Shuichi Yoto - "The Story of Hachiko the Faithful Dog""

On the big screen, the director's respective editing clips were rotating, and the live camera footage was also shown to the director in the audience. It felt like a handsome young man suddenly appeared among a group of middle-aged and elderly people.
To be continued...