Chapter 544

When Neil Jordan finished his speech on the stage, there was another round of applause. Compared to before he came on the stage, the applause this time was much purer. Even the three crew members on Adrian's side, who had been the loudest before, were clapping to express their congratulations.

However, after the applause, Monica complained to Adriaan, "I don't understand. Why did they award him the Best Original Screenplay Award? How is' Pulp Fiction 'worse than' The Crying Game '? Many people say that the structure of 'Pulp Fiction' is very good. Isn't that one of the criteria for judging it? "

The long string of sentences that came out of her mouth made Adrian a little surprised.

"You didn't talk much before this. What made you talk so much, Monica?" Adriaan looked at the sexy girl next to him with interest. There was a hint of mockery in his tone.

"Because I feel it's unfair for you!" Monica immediately rolled her eyes at him.

"Okay, okay, thank you, but it doesn't matter. It's just a screenplay award." Adrian chuckled, his hand coming from behind to gently pinch her waist. "Looks like you've learned a lot during this time. You can even tell the difference between a good and a bad movie structure. Should I congratulate you?"

"I'm not a vase, Eide." Monica looked away and looked at the stage. After a few seconds, she sighed softly. "I don't want to be a vase either."

Adrian shrugged and squeezed her waist a few more times from behind the chair. He looked at her profile and said softly, "You won't be a vase, Monica, as long as I'm here."

Then, when Monica turned her head back, he took his hand back and said in a voice that everyone around them could hear, "Don't worry about it. Let's look forward to the next award."

Qualifications were indeed very important. Although this was the first time Neil Jordan had been nominated for an Oscar, he had been a screenwriter for ten years. In addition to being a screenwriter, he was also a director and had achieved great results in some film festivals. In contrast, Adriaan had only been in the film industry for two years. Although he had made amazing achievements in these two years, he hadn't reached the point where the judges could ignore him. Therefore, it was understandable that the Best Original Screenplay Award went to Neil Jordan.

Of course, there was another factor. If Adriaan hadn't been nominated for Best Adapted Screenplay, he would have won the Best Original Screenplay Award. After all, "Pulp Fiction" had a lot of influence on future films. Unfortunately, there were two nominations for Best Adapted Screenplay, and both of them were very good. If they didn't award it to him, they would definitely be criticized. Therefore, after much consideration, the judges decided to let him lose the Best Original Screenplay Award.

Yes, this was a balancing act. Don't think that the Oscars didn't know balancing, but most of the time, they were very skillful. Most of the time, they weren't sure if they were really balancing. Of course, tonight's act was too deliberate. Most people could tell, but the judges didn't have any better ideas.

If both awards were given to Adriaan, there were so many outstanding screenwriters in Hollywood who had more than ten years of experience. If the Best Adapted Screenplay Award was not given to Adriaan, it would be even more unfair on the basis of two nominations. Therefore, they chose the lesser of two evils. Therefore, they simply took out the Best Original Screenplay Award. After all, this happened at the Oscars every year. However, there weren't many people in Hollywood who could make them feel at a loss and have no choice but to bite the bullet and make a choice.

Anyway, it was fine as long as he didn't lose to Unforgiven. Moreover, in this case, he had a higher chance of winning the Best Director Award. That was what Adriaan thought. Although he didn't seem to care much on the surface, in his heart, he had unknowingly regarded Unforgiven as the biggest rival of this year's Oscars.

Unfortunately, before he could be happy for too long, the guest on the stage announced that Unforgiven had won the Best Editing Award.

Adriaan furrowed his brows, but he immediately smoothed them out. Then, he applauded generously. However, although it was only for a few seconds, Monica, who was next to him, noticed the change in his expression. She immediately held his hand tightly.

"Luckily, there's only one nomination, or else my hand would definitely be swollen," Adriaan said humorously. However, Monica only rolled her eyes in return.

"It's understandable that the screenplay failed, but the editing shouldn't have lost to other movies," she said angrily. She looked very indignant, which immediately attracted the support of the people around her.

"Indeed, Unforgiven is a good movie, but in terms of editing, it's much worse than Pulp Fiction, right? Isn't the most praised part of Pulp Fiction's structure? "an assistant said.

"That's not surprising. Sometimes, the Oscars just like to go against most people," Travolta teased.

"I can predict that people will criticize this decision tomorrow," Willis chimed in.

Then, more and more people started discussing. If Pacino and Hopkins hadn't been so far away, they might have joined in. Adriaan quickly stopped them. "Alright, guys, I already have an Oscar, and there's an even more important nomination. If I can get it, I don't mind giving them the Best Editing Award."

Originally, everyone was just complaining about Adriaan's injustice. Since he had said so, and he was right, the Best Director Award was much more important than the Best Editing Award. So, they stopped talking and focused on the stage again.

Adriaan glanced at Monica again. The sexy girl's indignant expression was still there. He laughed in his heart, then said in a low voice, "You see, Monica, there are unfairness everywhere, so don't be too nervous."

A trace of embarrassment flashed in Monica's eyes, but she quickly calmed down and smiled. "I believe in you!"

Adriaan didn't say anything else. Although there was obviously some acting involved this time — Monica's acting skills still needed to be improved — so what? The more she acted like this, the more she wouldn't leave him.

Speaking of which, it was really unfair that he lost the Best Editing Award. Just as the assistant had said, the most praiseworthy part of Pulp Fiction was its structure, and the structure was reflected in the editing. It was understandable that he lost the Best Original Screenplay Award, but for the Best Editing Award … Was it because he was nominated?

Qualifications are really important. Adriaan snorted in his heart. But this way, he should be one step closer to the Best Director Award. After all, there were two nominations.

Even so, he still felt vaguely uneasy. The Best Director Award was different from the Best Editing Award and the Best Original Screenplay Award. His lack of qualifications was still a big problem.

He shook his head gently. Adriaan focused his attention on the song and dance performance on stage. Anyway, the two awards were the most important. As long as he got those two awards, the rest would not be a problem.

"What a beautiful voice. I was so touched that I almost wanted to sing with her on stage." Crystal began to put on airs on the stage again, making the audience burst into laughter again and again.

"Unfortunately, now is not the time. The most important moment of the night is coming. Do you want to know what it is?" His expression became extremely serious. After two or three seconds, he suddenly smiled. "I won't tell you."

Immediately, boos were heard.

"Okay, okay, can't you see for yourself?" Crystal rolled his eyes, waved his hands, and slipped backstage. A few seconds later, Jodie Foster, the winner of last year's Best Actress, walked to the front desk with an envelope in her hand. Her white suit made her look even more heroic.

If they still could not guess what award would be given next, they would probably be idiots. Suddenly, all kinds of voices were heard. Pacino, who was sitting not far from Adriaan, changed his posture several times in a few seconds.

"For an actor, the most important awards are the Best Actor and Best Actress Award. This is not only an affirmation of one's acting skills, but also a great honor. I'm very happy that the committee asked me to give this award. Although four people are destined to be disappointed, please do not be discouraged. You are still great! " Judy Foster spoke with confidence in the envelope, which immediately attracted warm applause. She was indeed a talented woman from Yale.

"Then, let's take a look at the list first." As she spoke, Judy turned to look at the big screen nearby. "'Scenting Women,' by Al Pacino; 'Chaplin,' by Robert Downey Jr.; 'The Crying Game,' by Stephen Ray; 'Pulp Fiction,' by John Travolta; 'Unforgiven,' by Clint Eastwood."

Although Pacino seemed to be sitting firmly in his seat, his eyes were fixed on Judy on the stage. His lips were pressed into a line, and his eyes were wide open. He had quite the imposing manner of Lieutenant Colonel Frank. He had been nominated six times, and with the two this time, he had been nominated eight times. He had already lost the Best Supporting Actor Award. It would be too sad if he lost the Best Actor Award now as well.

As opponents, Robert Downey Jr. and Stephen Ryan were too far away to see anything from the screen. On the other hand, Clint Eastwood, who was not far away, narrowed his eyes and pressed his eyebrows together. Even though he was wearing a suit, it could not hide his unyielding aura. He really lived up to his reputation as an old cowboy.

The most casual one was John Travolta. He looked like he did not care at all. For him, it was already good enough to be nominated. If he could get it, it would be like winning a big prize.

In this atmosphere, Adriaan could not help but feel a little nervous. Although he knew that Pacino had a great advantage, and he believed that he had performed the essence of "Scenting Women," he could not be completely at ease until the results were out. Would everything be the same as before? Would it?!