There are only a few of the most valuable awards in the Peony Award.
In addition to Best Actor and Best Actress, which is represented by Shi Di Shi Queen, there are also Best Director and Best Film and Television Drama.
The Best Actor award has already been won by "The Crowd", while the Best Actress award was successfully won by Zhu Zinan.
Of course, in addition to this, Chen Kang, as an official actor, also won the Best Supporting Actor for "Mountains and Seas".
The penultimate award awarded at this time is the Best Director Award.
Because Xu Ji debuted late, he had previously won the Best New Director, so he was not shortlisted for this award.
"The winner of the 39th Best Director Award is..."
""The Crowd", Li Caiying!"
This result was within everyone's expectations.
After all, "The Crowd" really has no rivals at the Peony Awards this time.
The only one that could compete with it was "Mountains and Seas". Xu Ji was a new director and was not shortlisted. It would be unreasonable for Li Caiying not to win.
Xu Ji also sincerely gave his applause at this time.
Director Li Caiying is now over 60 years old, but he still insists on being a director.
Many classic film and television dramas have been produced in the past. It is not an exaggeration to say that people of Xu Ji's age grew up watching each other's dramas.
During the many years of his career as a director, he has won not only the Peony Award, but also the other two major film and television awards.
Now it’s a complete Grand Slam.
It took Li Caiying more than two years from preparation to filming "A Crowd of People", even though the subject matter is a relatively niche and boring local theme.
But after Xu Ji read it, he could also feel the sincerity and intention of the other party.
I also understand that after filming this drama, it is estimated that director Li Caiying will not have any new film and television dramas to meet with you.
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"The next is our last award of this Peony Award."
"The nominees for the Best Film and Television Drama Award are..."
""A sea of people""
""Love of Mountains and Seas""
""Winter Never Comes Again""
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At this time, the Peony Award has also come to its final conclusion.
As for the last award, everyone in the audience held their breath.
"The winner is..."
""A huge crowd"!"
Hearing the supporter's words, although it was expected, Xu Ji still felt a little regretful.
But Xu Ji didn’t feel too sad.
After all, the Peony Award is held once a year, so it is not that difficult for him to get it.
And Xu Ji is indeed convinced by this award-winning drama.
The filming of "Mountains of Crowds" is really good, Xu Ji has to admit it.
From the play of senior Li Caiying, he saw the love of the older generation for the land where they have lived all their lives.
While Xu Ji was thinking, he stood up and applauded Li Caiying who was holding the trophy on the stage.
With Xu Ji taking the lead, everyone else at the scene also stood up, and there was thunderous applause in the Peony Awards venue.
"Thank you, thank you everyone!"
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Even though Li Caiying, an old man in his sixties, was used to seeing various scenes, his eyes couldn't help but moisten at this moment.
He understands what this show represents to him.
It is estimated that this will be the final film, and it will end with winning the Peony Award, which can be regarded as a farewell to my directing work without any regrets.
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The Peony Award was officially over, but when leaving, I saw Li Caiying, the director of "The Crowd", taking the initiative to come to Xu Ji and the others.
"Director Xu, the filming of "Mountains and Seas" was very good!"
"I actually took advantage of some of my seniority this time."
Li Caiying has indeed watched "Mountains and Seas", and has a good impression of Xu Ji, a young director.
At the same time, I have a good impression of Xu Ji's behavior of standing up and taking the lead in applauding just now.
Xu Ji waved his hands repeatedly.
What Li Caiying said is actually a bit modest.
The filming of "Human Mountain" is indeed very good, and it's not like I won the award just because of director Li Caiying's qualifications.
"Senior, you are too humble."
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Li Caiying chatted with Xu Ji for a while, and before leaving, he took the initiative and said:
"Director Xu, if you need my help in the future, just let me know!"
Xu Ji knew that the other party's words were not polite words.
After all, Li Caiying is well-known for her love of supporting younger generations.
Many of today's well-known film and television drama directors were mentored by each other when they were young.
Moreover, Li Caiying has indeed a wide range of contacts in the film and television industry.
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On the evening of the award ceremony, after the announcement of the winners of the Peony Award, it also aroused discussion among many netizens on the Internet.
""Legend of Sword and Fairy One" got four out of four mentions!"
""The Crowd" became the biggest winner of the Peony Award!"
"Zhu Zinan, who plays the role of water splash in "Mountains and Seas", won the Best Actress Award."
""The Love of Mountains and Seas" was defeated by "The Love of Mountains and Seas""
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Various hot search terms appear on Witte.
The most discussed dramas are naturally "The Legend of Sword and Fairy One", "Mountains and Seas" and "Mountains and Crowds".
However, seeing that "Love Between Mountains and Seas" failed to win the award for Best Film and Television Drama, many people who were jealous before jumped out.
Among them is Phoenix Entertainment, which was shortlisted for the fewest awards this time.
A lot of information about Xu Ji and the rhythm of "Mountains and Seas" suddenly appeared on the Internet.
"The fans were so hyped, but in the end, "Love Between Mountains and Seas" still failed to win the Best Film and Television Drama?"
"When the shortlist was announced, I thought "Mountains and Seas" was going to win the Peony Award."
"Xu Ji is really just a newcomer. Compared with seniors like Li Caiying, he is far behind!"
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Facing the ridicule of these people, not only the fans, but also some passers-by couldn't stand it anymore.
"Winning the Peony Award can only mean that "Mountains and Seas" is too good, but it doesn't mean that "Mountains and Seas" is not good, right?"
"Are you a fan of Ji Zhou? That's okay. Don't be upset if you weren't even shortlisted for the Peony Award."
"No matter how hard it is, Xu Ji can be considered the biggest winner of the Peony Awards this time besides "The Crowd", right? Why are there still people laughing at it?"
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Just when netizens were arguing in full swing, they suddenly discovered that Li Caiying posted a tweet.
In addition to his acceptance speech after winning the Peony Awards for Best Director and Best Film, he also announced that "The Crowd" would be his last film and television drama.
The most important thing is that Li Caiying also mentioned Xu Ji’s name.
His tone was full of admiration for the younger generation Xu Ji.
But with Li Caiying’s micro-character, those rhythmic trolls gradually disappeared.
It turns out that these sailors have been setting up "Mountains and Seas" and "Mountains and Seas of People" as opposites.
But after Li Caiying posted on Weibo, some forces behind the scenes realized that the relationship between Li Caiying and Xu Ji was better than they thought.
Moreover, Li Caiying’s status is there. If it continues, the other party will not be aware of it, and it will be a troublesome thing to pursue the parties behind it.
In the end, this inexplicable rhythm came and went quickly, and the sailors quickly disappeared.
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At this time, after the Peony Award presentation, Xu Ji was preparing to return to Chengdu, but a guest came.
"Director Xu, I finally found a chance to meet you alone."
As soon as Chen Kang entered Xu Ji's room, he was very excited.
Yesterday at the Peony Awards ceremony, Chen Kang, as an official actor, did not sit at the same table as Xu Ji and the others.
Although the two met and said hello, they did not have the opportunity to reminisce too much.
Xu Ji was a little confused as to why Chen Kang came to him suddenly.
After letting Chen Kang sit down on the stool in the hotel room, Xu Ji asked:
"Brother Kang, why did you suddenly think of coming to see me?"
Chen Kang said: "Why, I just won the Best Supporting Actor for "Mountains and Seas" yesterday, so I can't come to celebrate with you?"
In fact, Chen Kang was a little embarrassed to speak at this time.
After all, when they first met, his attitude towards Xu Ji was not very good.
And he also resisted starring in "Mountains and Seas".
Fortunately, after reading the script, I decisively decided to participate.
Otherwise, he would have little chance of winning the Peony Award for Best Supporting Actor.
Unexpectedly, after filming "Mountains and Seas", Chen Kang became more picky about scripts and roles.
Xu Ji took the initiative to find their official actors. This time it was Chen Kang's turn to take the initiative to ask Xu Ji about his next filming plan.
I hope I can find a suitable role.
"Director Xu, I heard that the filming of "Legend of Sword and Fairy II" has ended?"
Chen Kang asked tentatively.
Although Xu Ji didn't understand why the other party asked this, he still nodded.
"Now the post-production begins."
After Chen Kang heard Xu Ji's words, he continued to ask with some joy:
"What are you going to shoot next?"
"Do you have a plan?"
"Or the script?"
When Xu Ji heard this, he finally understood Chen Kang's purpose this time.
He said somewhat funny: "Brother Kang, do you plan to continue to cooperate with me?"
After Chen Kang heard Xu Ji's words, he scratched his head in embarrassment.
"Actually, let's see if you have any roles suitable for me."
Xu Ji also started to think about it at this time. After filming the second part of Sword and Sword, he really hadn't thought about what to film next.
Seeing Xu Ji thinking, Chen Kang was also a little disappointed at this time.
But it’s normal to think about it. The second part of Xu Ji’s Fairy Sword is still in post-production. How is it possible that he can come up with the script now?
"Brother Kang, don't worry, if there is a suitable role, I will definitely think of you first without you having to tell me."
Chen Kang nodded happily after hearing Xu Ji's words.
At least I got the other party’s commitment.
However, he still added with some worry:
"Director Xu, you don't know, but I actually have a wide range of acting skills."
"As long as there is a good role, you can let me audition."
Xu Ji smiled and agreed.
Chen Kang no longer hides and tucks him in.
He opened his mouth and said: "To tell you the truth, ever since I acted in "Mountains and Seas", I have always felt that I can't find a good script."
"I haven't had any dramas for several months, so I'm just waiting for your new drama!"
"How about you go back and hurry up and write the script first?"
At this point, Chen Kang also felt that what he said was in vain.
How can a script be written so quickly?
Of course, he didn't know that after Duan Shengyu arranged the gift drama task for Xu Ji and others, Xu Ji came up with the script of "Mountains and Seas" in about a week.
At this moment, Xu Ji's cell phone suddenly rang.
Looking at the caller ID, Xu Ji looked at Chen Kang.
"This is from Mr. Duan."
Xu Ji answered the phone.
......
"Lao Duan."
"If you have time, you are not busy."
"Okay, then I'll go there now."
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Seeing Xu Ji hang up the phone, Chen Kang quickly asked:
"Director Xu, is Mr. Duan looking for you for next year's gift drama?"
When Xu Ji heard this, he shook his head and said:
"How is it possible? What time is it now?"
"Mr. Duan didn't say anything happened, he just asked me to go find him."
Chen Kang immediately said: "I'll go with you!"
Duan Shengyu approached Xu Ji. In Chen Kang's opinion, it was very likely that he would be asked to take on a new project.
Although I don’t know what it is yet, it means that Xu Ji’s next drama has a clue.
Naturally, he wanted to follow him immediately, and it was best to decide on the role first.
Even if Xu Ji's script is not finished, Chen Kang already has great trust in Xu Ji after "Love between Mountains and Seas".
He believed that as long as it was a script written by Xu Ji, it was unlikely to be bad.
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Speaking of which, Duan Shengyu found Xu Ji at the right time this time. The Peony Award was being presented in the capital, otherwise Xu Ji would have had to come to the capital.
Because he was going to meet Duan Shengyu, Xu Ji also changed his flight ticket for today.
After telling Pang Er, let him, Ji Yiyang and others go back early.
In the car, Chen Kang was still telling Xu Ji his guess.
"Mr. Duan will probably not let you pass if you are fine."
"Although it's a bit early for tomorrow's tribute drama, it's not impossible to decide it in advance."
"Anyway, there must be a shooting mission."
Xu Ji was noncommittal about this.
It just so happens that Xu Ji's next drama has not yet been decided. If there is an official invitation from Duan Shengyu, Xu Ji wouldn't mind following it.
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The distance between the hotel where Xu Ji and the others stayed and the Radio and Television Bureau where Duan Shengyu worked was not that far.
And with Chen Kang, a native of the capital, driving, Xu Ji thought he would be able to get there soon.
But he seems to have underestimated the traffic in the capital.
It’s a journey of more than ten minutes, but we had to wait in traffic for an hour to get there.
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"Old chief, who is the director you are introducing to me this time?"
"Can you reveal a little bit about it?"
"Let me tell you first, we take this promotional video very seriously."
At this time, in Duan Shengyu's office, a middle-aged man in military uniform said.
Duan Shengyu answered while drinking tea:
"Aren't you still worried about the person I chose?"
At this moment, there was a knock on the door.
"People are here!"
Duan Shengyu put down the tea he had not yet drank and said.
As soon as Xu Ji and Chen Kang came in, they subconsciously looked at the middle-aged soldier beside Duan Shengyu.
Both of them knew that Duan Shengyu had joined the army.
As for the identity of the people around him, it goes without saying.
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"Introduce."
"Our official actor, Chen Kang."
"There is also the director Xu Ji who we collaborated with on the gift drama project before."
"This is Director Hu of the Cultural and Propaganda Department of our Northern Military Region."
Xu Ji and Chen Kang were both shocked when they heard Duan Shengyu's introduction.
After the two sat down, Duan Shengyu said to Minister Hu:
"This is the director I recommend to you."
Hu Lan was actually a little surprised when she saw Xu Ji that he was so young.
If it weren't for Duan Shengyu's previous praise, he would probably think that such a young director would be a little unreliable.
But he still won't question Duan Shengyu's vision. This young man named Xu Ji must have something extraordinary to make his old leader admire him so much.
And people are quite pleasing to the eye.
He is very handsome, and unlike those boys who look a bit feminine nowadays, he has a bit of heroism between his eyebrows.
Hu Lan briefly shook hands with the two, and then said: "Let's sit down and talk."
After Xu Ji and Chen Kang agreed, they sat down on the sofa upright.
Although Duan Shengyu also has the temperament of a soldier, he has been away from the army for a long time after all, and he is also older, so it is not very obvious.
Hu Lan, who is in his prime right in front of him, does not put as much pressure on people.
"Director Xu, in fact, the main reason why I bothered the old chief to find you this time is because I want to ask you for a favor."
Hu Lan is still very polite. After all, Xu Ji is not his soldier.
And he's not even an official director, so he's still asking for help in this matter.
Xu Ji naturally did not dare to put on airs and quickly said:
"Minister Hu, if there's anything I can do to help you, just tell me."
"I will definitely cooperate with you!"
Hu Lan handed the information in his hand to Xu Ji.
Then I gave a copy to Chen Kang.
Duan Shengyu was actually a little puzzled as to why Chen Kang came with him.
But I didn’t ask too much.
After Xu Ji read all the information, he asked with some confusion: "Recruitment video?"
Hu Lan nodded.
"Yes, I wonder if Director Xu can take on this task."
Duan Shengyu also looked at Xu Ji at this time.
As for Chen Kang, his expression was a little disappointed.
Originally, he thought that Xu Ji would take over filming the drama.
Maybe Xu Ji can find a role that suits him.
If it were a promotional video, it seemed like the trip was in vain.
Xu Ji thought for a while and then said:
"No problem!"
When Hu Lan heard Xu Ji's decisive promise, she reminded her:
"My requirements are very high."
Xu Ji nodded.
"I also have very high standards for myself."
"Don't worry, Minister Hu, I will never do anything half-heartedly!"
Duan Shengyu also added at this time:
"I'm still very relieved about Xu Ji."
"It's just a recruitment video, it's not a big problem."
Duan Shengyu has had great trust in Xu Ji ever since the gift drama project "Love between Mountains and Seas" came out.
He still vividly remembers how efficient Xu Ji was.
"Then it's settled!"
"Since he was recommended by the old chief, I don't have anything to worry about!"
Hu Lan said very decisively that it was not his style to be procrastinating.
Moreover, he has always had the attitude of being suspicious of people and not using them.
Xu Ji was still thinking about something at this time.
When he and Chen Kang stood up to leave, Xu Ji spoke:
"Mr. Duan, Minister Hu, I will come up with the script within this week."
Looking at Xu Ji's leaving figure, the two of them suddenly felt a little confused.
Isn’t this week too long for a promotional video script?
Duan Shengyu didn't think much about it, and took the initiative to explain: "We're not in a hurry anyway, it's always good to keep improving."
Hu Lan nodded.
"I have the same view as the old chief."
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After leaving the Radio and Television Bureau, Xu Ji took the initiative to say to Chen Kang: "Brother Kang, if possible, please free up your schedule temporarily."
"I should have a role suitable for you."
Chen Kang suddenly became excited when he heard Xu Ji's words.
"Really?!!"
"Can you tell me what the theme is?"
Xu Ji nodded.
"This is the task assigned by Minister Hu just now."
Chen Kang, who was originally very excited, felt a little disappointed when he heard Xu Ji's words.
It turns out that Xu Ji was talking about a promotional video.
No matter how long the promotional video can be, I guess he only has a few lines.
However, Chen Kang did not refuse and agreed.
"Just contact me then."
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At the same time, in a large studio in the capital, rehearsals for the National Day Gala were being carried out.
Sha Yetong arrived in the capital today. Although he and Xu Ji are both in the same city, they obviously couldn't get away to meet each other.
When Xu Ji attended the Peony Awards, he was busy only on the night of the awards, but Sha Yetong participated in the rehearsal of the National Day Gala and had to stay at the rehearsal site for several days.
The reason why she didn't come early with Xu Ji was because Sha Yetong continued to practice singing in Chengdu for a few days.
The importance of the National Day Party is self-evident, and Sha Yetong naturally attaches great importance to it.
"This program can also be finalized."
"But we need to talk to them carefully so that even small mistakes like those made during rehearsals cannot be made again."
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Duan Suxin said with a serious face, while the assistant on the side was recording in a notebook.
"What's the next show?"
Duan Suxin asked.
"Solo, the singer is Sha Yetong."
Hearing Sha Yetong's name, Duan Suxin relaxed a lot.
If it's Sha Yetong, then there shouldn't be a big problem.
Many of the songs Xu Ji wrote for Sha Yetong are quite suitable for the party.
And after the Spring Festival Gala, she also knew that Sha Yetong was the kind of singer with a big heart.
The bigger the stage, the less likely the opponent will make mistakes and their performance will be better.
"Director Duan, it's just that Sha Yetong's song this time is a new song."
Duan Suxin was stunned for a moment after hearing this.
Then the expression returns to normal.
"It's okay, the song written by Xu Ji shouldn't be too bad."
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Although he had experienced the Spring Festival Gala, Sha Yetong was still a little nervous about the first rehearsal of the National Day Gala.
Most of the people attending the party this time were seniors.
Official singers make up the majority, and there are only a few unofficial singers like her.
However, Sha Yetong is different from when she participated in the Spring Festival Gala. Now she has rich stage experience. Although she is nervous, she can still maintain a stable performance.
After singing the song, Sha Yetong breathed a sigh of relief.
The performance is quite satisfactory.
But when she looked at director Duan Suxin, she found that he was still looking at the lyrics on the table attentively.