Chapter 40 (1/2)
Chapter 40: Dealing with Reporters
Translator: Exodus Tales Editor: Exodus Tales
“It was unexpected and surprising that we got this big of an award.” Han Jing delivered her speech first. Her tone was full of exhilaration.
This is my first time receiving such a prestigious acknowledgement after breaking out of my acting career. I want to say to my team that you have worked hard. Your sweat helped blossom the greatest glory.”
She paused to look at Yun Xiangxiang that was standing beside her, “But the one I want to thank the most would be my leading leady standing beside me. She gave the film its soul.
It was her tenacity, will, and hard work that gave me the tools to polish the film even more. I’ve learned a great deal from her, even if she is only seventeen. Half of this glory it belongs to you.”
Han Jing handed the mic over to Yun Xiangxiang, “I did not expect to get any awards last year. That was why I couldn’t tell who to thank. I thought about how many people I should thank and the order I should thank them when Teacher Han was giving her speech. I was halfway through my thoughts before she pa.s.sed the mic to me. But now I’ve forgotten it all.”
Yun Xiangxiang’s innocent smile caused the audience to burst into laughter.
Although I forgot the order, my feelings of grat.i.tude are still as overwhelming as ever.”
Yun Xiangxiang spoke slowly, “I was very lucky that I met Teacher Han and the script for “University Dream.” Teacher Han said that half of the glory belongs to me. That is a bit of an overstatement. The strength of a fortress wall lies upon every single brick. This glory belongs to all of us who contributed to building it.
Of course, I must thank the judges and everyone in the film festival the most. They recognized and acknowledged us in getting this award. Lastly, here’s an advertis.e.m.e.nt. Do remember to go to the theatres to watch “University Dream” that will start airing from the Eighth of July. Any guidance and criticisms are welcome.”
The film festival came to a closure amidst the applause after its big climax.
Yun Xiangxiang didn’t sequester herself like last year. They would have a live press conference as the team that got the greatest glory. Various media companies were bustling in.
“Yun Xiangxiang, do you have any comments on missing the award for the actress in the best leading role in both nominations?” The reporter’s question were always painfully sharp.
Yun Xiangxiang answered seriously, “The revolution is still yet to succeed. We still need to work hard.”
“Yun Xiangxiang, rumor has it that you requested a break for two semesters to shoot this film. Which one do you think is more important: your studies or shooting a film?”
“Why do I have to choose? Can’t they both be equally important?” Yun Xiangxiang answered easily, “Don’t ask me why did I choose to shoot the film instead of going to cla.s.s if I think they are both important. My results for the national college entrance exam will give you the answer in two days.”
Seems like you’re very confident about your results. From what we know, you didn’t register for Huaying or Theatre Academy. Can you shed some light on your ideal university?”
“What does this have to do with film?” Yun Xiangxiang countered.
“It has nothing to do with movies. It has something to do with you though,” The reporter answered as a matter-of-factly.
“That will be my personal business. Sorry, I can’t answer your question,” Yun Xiangxiang smiled nonchalantly at the camera.
The reporters did not expect a seventeen year old girl to be this crafty and were stumped. However, there were a lot of reporters. They wasted no time and continued, “Then talk about the content of the film.”
“A film can’t be explained this easily. Go to the theatres on July 8th if you are so curious. I can treat you guys.” Yun Xiangxiang answered jokingly.
Reporters, “…”
Can this conversation even continue amicably?
“Yun Xiangxiang, can you talk about the reason you shot a film that revolves around this kind of theme?”