The award ceremony venue.
The film festival organizers did not immediately announce the results despite the online buzz, proceeding with the ceremony as scheduled.
On stage, a short film for the Bird Union's "Fierce Fire Decisive Battle" was being screened.
The male lead, Wayne Bridge, and the female lead, Fiona Clitton, were both popular stars from Bird Union.
Furthermore, the supporting male and female roles, as well as numerous minor characters, were either rising stars from Bird Union or celebrity actors from other countries.
The two-minute short film was filled with incredibly exhilarating scenes.
The screeching tires of car chases, the explosions from the film, and other sounds reverberated throughout the venue.
Bird Union's films always featured car chases, explosions, and intense firefights.
Moreover, the storyline of the male and female leads teaming up to take down a criminal organization of a hundred people was immensely thrilling.
The male lead, armed with only a dagger, faced off against dozens of criminals, his movements fluid and highly stimulating.
While it was still a heroic film, it undeniably sent adrenaline surging through both male and female audiences.
As the male lead Wayne Bridge and the female lead Fiona Clitton walked out from the explosion's fiery aftermath, the short film officially concluded.
A wave of applause erupted from the audience below, while fans on the second floor screamed and whistled incessantly.
In the global livestream.
【Wow wow wow, Wayne is so handsome, and Fiona is so cool. I'll always support you in Little Stick Country.】
【Bird Union always has explosions and car chases, what's so good about it? I really don't get it... netizens from White Elephant Country express indifference!】
【Sakura Country wasn't nominated, I don't want to say anything, but I still support White Elephant's opinion and Little Stick Country's. We're neutral.】
Little Stick Country, being the most active, was lavishing praise on Bird Union's film.
The "Third Brothers" from White Elephant Country were spewing venom at Little Stick Country and Bird Union.
Little Sakura continued to play mediator, remaining neutral.
Netizens from the Beautiful Country remained silent, as there were still two more films, and the winner of the awards was still unknown.
Netizens from Gaul Country were also silent, as Bird Union's film had put immense pressure on them.
Netizens from the Dragon Country were focused, clenching their fists in anticipation.
Everyone was aware of the strength of Bird Union and Gaul Country, and they were very anxious for "Black and White Edge."
After the short film for "Fierce Fire Decisive Battle" concluded, it was time for Gaul Country's "Crimson Petals."
As soon as the short film began, elegant music filled the air.
The visuals were in black and white, with red petals drifting down from high above, landing on the male and female leads.
As a global nation of romance, Gaul Country's short film did not feature many fight scenes or explosions.
The short film told the romantic love story between the male lead, Police Chief Kuwait, and the female lead, Nalin.
The two-minute short film, with its romantic music and romantic scenes, possessed immense artistic value.
Upon its conclusion, applause also echoed from the audience.
Fans who appreciated good looks on the second floor cheered for the male lead Kuwait, creating an equally lively atmosphere.
In the global livestream chat, netizens from various countries began to comment.
【Gaul Country truly lives up to its reputation as a romantic nation. The content of the short film is incredibly romantic. Although there weren't many spectacular scenes, the love story between the male and female leads is worth watching.】
【I support the White Elephant Country netizens' comments. Gaul Country's films are still primarily romantic, after all, it's a romantic nation. We in Sakura Country should learn from them too.】
【Hmph, what's the use of romance? Can it compare to Bird Union's "Fierce Fire Decisive Battle"? Two countries without nominations should talk less about others.】
【Now there's only the Dragon Country's "Black and White Edge" left. I wonder if it can compare to the short films of the previous two movies.】
【Netizens from Big Mao Country, don't worry. We all know the level of films from the Dragon Country. Even though it was nominated, it's just a formality. What's there to compare?】
【Dragon Country's films? Not worth mentioning! They can't even compare to our Little Stick Country's films, let alone Bird Union and Gaul Country?】
【No need to watch anymore, let's pack up. If the Dragon Country wins an award, I, representing all netizens of Little Stick Country, will eat feces live on stream!】
As "Black and White Edge" was about to be shown, the netizens from Little Stick Country became even more active.
The "Little Western Devils" made all sorts of vows in the chat, promising to eat feces, do headstands while washing their hair, and other extreme actions if the Dragon Country won an award.
Netizens from the Dragon Country did not retaliate with words but diligently recorded the usernames of these "Little Western Devils" and took screenshots of their profiles.
Netizens from the Beautiful Country and Gaul Country patiently awaited the start of the Dragon Country's film short.
In fact, all the short films had been screened at the opening of the Jia Da Film Festival.
However, the online broadcast of the opening gala was in its trial phase, and not many people were watching.
At the opening ceremony, there were only guests from eight countries, unlike today's awards ceremony, which was attended by hundreds of celebrity guests, renowned directors, and more from around the globe.
At this moment, at the gala venue.
The short film for "Black and White Edge" officially began its screening.
Since it was for the Best Short Film award, the music in the short film was edited down, leaving only the background score.
"They say I don't look like a police officer... but my profession has determined that I can't be a police officer standing in the sunlight...".oγg
The opening monologue was Gao Fei's original voice.
Below the subtitles, foreign language translations were also provided.
As the opening monologue ended, the background music accelerated.
Gao Fei's solitary figure, standing between sunlight and shadow, reappeared on the big screen.
In the sunlight, he wore the attire of a street thug, a roguish smile on his face, exuding a carefree attitude.
In the shadows, his expression was solemn, wearing a Dragon Country police uniform, his demeanor filled with righteousness.
This stark contrast between good and evil in the opening short film immediately caused a sensation throughout the venue.
Many renowned directors, editors, and others in the audience had their eyes light up, captivated by the novel opening.
As the accompanying music intensified, a compilation of highlights and intense scenes from "Black and White Edge" began to unfold on the screen.
In the short film, not only were there the car chases and explosions that Bird Union favored,
but there were also scenes of youthful romance, gunfights, and more.
Moreover, the action sequences were more realistic and thrilling than those in films where one person single-handedly fought dozens of opponents.
As the music gradually faded, the final scene depicted the protagonist's transformation from his student days, through his undercover career, to his final moments of sacrifice as he could no longer wear his police uniform.
The screen went black, marking the end of the short film.
Rumble!
Applause from the audience was like thunder, incredibly fervent.
Directors, screenwriters, and stars from various countries couldn't help but nod their heads.
It was no wonder the Dragon Country was nominated for the Best Short Film award.
This two-minute short film, from its opening, was more novel than any other short film.
Especially the contrasting opening of good and evil, which was unforgettable.
As the applause subsided, the female host finished her lines and invited the award presenters to the stage.
The presenter was a member of the nine-person jury, the president of the Bull Bull Country Film Association, and a renowned screenwriter, Blake Standing.
"It is my honor to be a member of the jury and to present the award for Best Short Film. Without further ado, let us announce the results!"
Blake Standing, with his graying hair and dressed in a gray suit, spoke briefly before commencing the award presentation.
"The winner of the Best Short Film award at the 52nd Jia Da Film Festival is...."