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During this period, Lionsgate followed behind Lin Chuyan, shuttling between major awards ceremonies. Thanks to "la la land", they were winning awards until their hands went soft, and wherever they went, praise poured in like a tide. Overnight, Lin Chuyan became a hot figure in the American entertainment circle, and Lionsgate also gained significant face in the industry because of this.

As for the two-week IMAX exclusivity? It had long been a done deal. Nowadays, not only was Lionsgate full of confidence, but major cinema chains also favored "la la land".

Compared to that meeting in Venice, Emily's attitude toward Lin Chuyan had undergone new changes.

"Yes, Director Lin, you know about the Golden Globe Awards, right? It's an important part of the North American film awards season and is also considered one of the bellwethers for the Academy Awards."

"I know of it, but I don't know much about it," Lin Chuyan admitted.

The Golden Globe Awards had already announced their nominations, and "la la land" was shortlisted for several. However, during this time, he had been flying all over the world with his team, busy socializing and accepting awards, so he really couldn't spare the time to pay attention.

Emily patiently explained: "It's mainly for two reasons. First, the judges of the Golden Globe Awards are members of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. These reporters come from all over the world, with very different cultural backgrounds and aesthetic perspectives. Being able to win an award means your film has a wider audience. Second, its awards ceremony is broadcast live on television, with many viewers from all over the world. These two points combined help boost the box office of nominated and winning films, and even the actors can gain higher attention and market recognition."

"Understood. Continue talking about this tribute. My point is, is it really necessary? A tribute?"

"It can be called a tribute, or it could be called a parody, depending on how we interpret it; essentially, it's about the same. From what I hear, they actually really like the film and feel that the opening Long take of "la la land" has a great atmosphere, so they want to create a derivative work. Of course, if our film weren't so popular, they wouldn't..."

Emily's implication was clear.

It is no exaggeration to say that Lin Chuyan's journey to "chase the awards" has been smooth sailing and full of momentum. Although the Academy Awards nominations have not yet been announced, "la la land" is now faintly becoming a major favorite for the Academy Awards, with countless eyes watching it. So, it can be interpreted however you like—perhaps they really like it, or perhaps they are just riding the coattails of its popularity.

However, Lin Chuyan didn't care; it didn't matter. When it came to promotion, he was naturally a free-spirited person anyway.

There was just one thing to pay special attention to.

Yanzi was still thoughtful and emphasized again: "I have no problem with it. Tell them over there that it needs to be politically correct and must not spark controversy; as for the rest, they can do whatever they want."

Emily also knew that there was no room for error: "Okay, Lionsgate will handle it carefully. All in all, I think this is a good thing—they've parodied it so much, wouldn't it be going too far not to give us an award?"

Lin Chuyan chuckled: "That's the logic. Playing with me isn't that the same as playing with Lionsgate?"

"Ahem, okay, okay, Lionsgate will go all out. Calculating the time, the more significant ones coming up are just the Golden Globe Awards and the Academy Awards. I'll be at both awards ceremonies, and we can have a good chat then."

"Alright, I'll head back to the country first. I'll leave the promotion here in North America to you."

Lin Chuyan was already packing his luggage.

On one hand, the Golden Globe Awards and Academy Awards ceremonies wouldn't begin until after the film was officially released, so he couldn't just keep wasting time here.

On the other hand, he had to go back to participate in some promotional activities. Currently, it seemed that the marketing strategy he and Boss Yang had formulated at the beginning was remarkably effective. After a round of "exporting to re-import," domestic audiences were truly full of anticipation for "la la land". Even so, Lin Chuyan dared not slack off.

The next day, just before boarding the plane, another piece of good news arrived—the nomination list for this year's Academy Awards was announced, and "la la land" had successfully received nominations.

To qualify for the nominations, "la la land" had long since been screened continuously for over a week in commercial cinemas in Los Angeles County, and now it was a matter of course.

Songs, editing, cinematography, costume design, screenplay, best actor, director, best picture... Lin Chuyan counted it twice, totaling 14 nominations.

"Actually so many, 14... surely we must win a few!" Lin Chuyan's gaze fell on the Best Actress nomination, "Come on, let's get another one, let my wife be an Academy Award-winning actress too!"

However, Lin Chuyan clearly didn't realize what "14 nominations" meant, and after boarding the plane, he calmly turned off his phone.

In fact, foreign media were already in an uproar at this moment, with headlines full of shock.

["la la land" ties history with 14 nominations! Amazing Chinese magic]

[City of Stars at The Oscars! "la la land" leads with 14 nominations, the revival of the musical is unstoppable]

[From Jazz Club to Kodak Theatre: How did "la la land" rewrite the Academy Awards rules with 14 nominations?]

[Academy Awards nomination report: "la la land" sweeps 14 categories, may become the biggest winner]

[From "Titanic" to "la la land": The Academy Awards generational dialogue behind the 14 nominations]

[From Venice to Hollywood: "la la land"'s path of global conquest with 14 Academy Awards nominations]

[Grand Slam of technical awards! Analysis of "la la land"'s 7 technical nominations including cinematography/score/production design]

["City of Stars" shines at The Oscars: "la la land" 14 nominations refresh the history of musicals]

Yes, in the long river of Academy Awards history, "la la land"'s achievement of 14 nominations has already tied the record.

The first time in history was the 23rd Academy Awards with "All About Eve", and the second was the 70th with "Titanic". Now, at the 89th, "la la land" has appeared out of nowhere; what kind of brilliance will it create?

Soon, domestic media also began to report extensively.

Venice, Toronto, Critics' Awards... how could these have as much fame as the Academy Awards? Especially for the general public, perhaps they only know the Academy Awards, knowing that it is the most famous award in the world.

Although people are no longer blindly chasing the Academy Awards now, there is still that saying: when there are Chinese people, when there are serious Chinese people involved, the situation is completely different.

[Record-breaking! "la la land" creates history with 14 nominations]

[From Hengdian to Hollywood: Lin Chuyan conquers the Academy Awards]

[Pride of the Chinese! Lin Chuyan's path of global conquest continues]

Lionsgate was the first to learn the news; Emily was halfway through her meal when she hurriedly picked up her phone to call Lin Chuyan.

Back home, Boss Yang, Director Du Qiyu, Director Chu Dong, Li Mujian, Zhang Wentang, Wu Yue, Yang Xiaozhou... many friends and relatives also called one after another.

"The number you have dialed is powered off, sorry..."

Sorry, Director Lin is still on the plane.