"Best Actor, like Best Actress, is always the most attractive award and the greatest affirmation for an actor." On the stage of the Holy Auditorium, Gwyneth Paltrow, who served as the award guest, was

Talking eloquently, "Then let's see which five lucky people will receive this honor tonight."

As she spoke, the small screen next to her quickly displayed five candidates, Kevin Spacey of "American Beauty", Russell Crowe of "The Insider", and the director of "The Story of Mr. Street".

Chad Farnsworth, "Hurricane"'s Denzel Washington, and "The Talented Mr. Ripley"'s Sean? The third youngest nominee in Oscar history and the first under 20 nominee in more than 20 years.

Tang!

The atmosphere in the hall also began to surge, as if they were looking forward to the reveal of the mystery. Although this situation has happened many times, the award ceremony was already coming to an end.

This is considered a tradition at the Oscars. Just like the winners of the last Best Supporting Actress and Best Actress awards this year's Best Supporting Actor and Leading Actor, and the last year's Best Supporting Actor and Leading Actor winners, this year's Best Supporting Actress and Best Actress winners will be awarded.

Like the protagonist, the more important the award, the more it will be awarded at the end. For example, two screenplay awards, or best actress and best actor, as well as best director and best film.

This is not constant. Sometimes in order to add gimmicks, the organizers will also come up with some special award guests, such as the characters from "Toy Story" when the best animated short film was awarded before, or two years ago.

, let a bear present an award at the 70th Oscars. But these are special circumstances. Most award ceremonies follow the process mentioned above.

At this time, the five candidates shown on the screen were either relaxed, calm or smiling, but their eyes were fixed on the stage, the envelope in the hands of the previous Best Actress.

Gwyneth had already lowered her head to open the envelope. From Sean's perspective, her face looked slightly unhappy. It is understandable that to this day, some media still call her the worst Best Actress in the history of the Oscars.

, is a victory for public relations. Under such circumstances, standing on the stage as an award guest, I feel better when I think that someone may make a fuss about this tomorrow.

But Sean's eyes only stayed on her face for two seconds, and then moved to the envelope like everyone else, and gently held the hand underneath.

"The winner is, Kevin Spacey!" Gwyneth read out quickly.

The second row dozens of feet away to the right immediately heard a burst of cheers. Kevin Spacey, the leading actor of "American Beauty," stood up proudly, unable to hide the smile on his face.

Sean breathed a sigh of relief and finally let go of the stone in his heart. He actually knew very well that he was just running with him. Just look at the Golden Globe Awards and you will know that important awards are awarded to young people under the age of 20.

, maybe a few decades ago, but now, except for targeted awards such as the Teen Choice Awards, or awards based on innovation like the European Film Festival, authoritative awards are basically out of reach for young people.

Frederick told him the same thing, so he seemed relaxed throughout - but not completely without expectations. As Jude said before, no one wants to win a statuette. This is the United States and even the whole country.

One of the highest honors in the world, it is also a symbol of status in Hollywood. Even if he loses his popularity after winning it, and even quits the entertainment industry, at least there is still a part of the honor there, so deep down in his heart, Sean still has the desire to win the award.

Thoughts, even just a little bit.

Also as Jude said, he has done something that many actors cannot do in their lives. From a newcomer who knows nothing to a dazzling new star in just one year, he performed at the age of 24 or 25 at the age of nineteen.

His image has been highly praised, and he has also won Golden Globe Awards, Oscar nominations, etc. After these almost legendary experiences are presented one by one, it gives people the feeling that if he wins the Oscar, he will become

It feels possible and acceptable to be the youngest Best Actor winner.

However, with Gwyneth's announcement, this expectation suddenly burst like a bubble in the sun. Oscars are Oscars after all, and seniority is indispensable after all. However, although Sean's mind fluctuated,

But he quickly regained his composure. Just as Oscar had no surprises, he also knew very well that it was only a ten thousandth chance, so he naturally adjusted easily.

It's a pity that "The Talented Mr. Ripley" has been completely wiped out so far, with none of the six nominations winning. I hope Minghella and Weinstein won't care too much.

Afterwards, as Steven Spielberg and Clint Eastwood took the stage to award the Best Director and Best Picture, this year's Oscars came to an end.

As Sean expected, Sam Mendes and his work "American Beauty" won this consecutive award. Although Mendes, like Sean, was nominated for the Oscar for the first time with his film debut, here

He has directed many stage plays before and has rich experience and connections, so he is not worthy of envy.

after--

"It doesn't matter if you don't win anything. Just think about how many actors have been nominated at the age of 19, and you will know that it will be a matter of time for you to be nominated again. And if you get more nominations, it will be a matter of time to win, so don't take it to heart.

, let’s have fun next time.” Frederick chattered while driving.

"When are you going to talk, Fred?" Sean sighed as he looked out the car window.

"I'm trying to comfort you, Sean," the manager put on an exaggerated, hurt expression. "Even if you have recovered from the blow, you won't trample on my hard work like this."

"But the problem is, I didn't pay attention at first." Sean turned around and smiled and spread his hands, and Frederick could only roll his eyes.

Fortunately, the car had already arrived at its destination, a club not far from the sacred auditorium. Many celebrities, directors, and producers who had attended the award ceremony were also here. There were relatively few reporters because after the ceremony, the winners

The attendees had to gather together to take photos, so most of them were there, not to mention that the party was being held by the famous Vanity Fair magazine.

Since 1993, this famous magazine has held a party called "Oscar Night" on the night of the Oscars, and invited many celebrities to participate. The magazine itself is very influential, and most people are willing to give face.

, so after several years of operation, it has become the most famous party on the night of the awards ceremony. Like the Oscars, only people who can participate are invited, and those who can be invited have a certain status.

As the most eye-catching new actor at the beginning of this year, Sean was naturally included in the invitation. Frederick is now considered a relatively well-established agent in Endeavor Company, and the same is true. But Galen and Sanders cannot, so

After the award ceremony, they had already returned one step ahead of schedule.

It’s not that Vanity Fair’s party status is better than that of the Oscars. The point is that the awards ceremony is held in a large auditorium that can accommodate so many people, while the “Oscar Night” party is just a party. Even if it is held in a top club, at most

It can only accommodate a few hundred people, so naturally the number of people must be more limited.

The atmosphere in the club is very relaxed. Some people are chatting around the tables, some are drinking at the bar, and some are flirting in the corner. It’s okay if two reporters occasionally take pictures. They are both from Vanity Fair, so even if they take pictures, they will

Communicate with the person involved first, while other media reporters will be outside.

"Jude is very good, I'm serious, but the one who impressed me the most was Sean. To be honest, are you really only 19 years old?" The bald man with eyes looked at Sean curiously.

"I'll be 20 years old in half a month." Sean shrugged helplessly. Almost everyone would ask him his age.

"I can prove this." Jude supported him beside him.

"It's really surprising. Maybe I can cooperate if there is a chance in the future." The other party said with a smile.

"That's great." Sean smiled and nodded.

Although the words were very nice, he didn't take them too seriously. He had heard these words countless times at the party. Ridley Scott said this, Tom Hanks also said this, and even

Spielberg expressed it vaguely. It doesn’t mean that they were just socializing. Maybe one day when I mentioned this conversation to them, the other party might actually offer a role, but if they want a weighty industry,

Even if the protagonist fully cooperates, the key depends on himself.

Or to put it another way, if you have always been popular and well-liked by film critics, then when you contact the other party and mention this past incident, most of them will mention it. But if you are always half-popular, your acting skills will not be the same.

Well, if you approach me, the other party may give you a role due to the situation at the time, but it is almost impossible to develop.

Of course, this is a favor after all, not to mention that Mr. Soderbergh, also named Steven, is the director who suppressed "Death is Coming" at the box office with his more literary "Never Compromise"

, is also the youngest winner of the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, so there is no lack of respect.

In another half month after tonight, the 19-year-old gimmick will almost come to an end. Should we continue to maintain the current upward momentum and then go further? Or will it streak across the sky and fall to the ground like a meteor and burn up? It all depends on our subsequent efforts.

In fact, Frederick's initial considerations were reasonable. If he played the leading role or even an important supporting role in a popular movie, it would definitely make his career—or his current career—easier. But
Chapter completed!