The New York Film Festival is held at the cultural arts center located in Manhattan’s Upper West Side, which encompasses several performance venues and cinemas.
The primary venues for the New York Film Festival are typically the Alice Tully Hall and Walter Reade Theater.
After Travis’s death, the Turner family purchased the entirety of both the Alice Tully Hall and the Walter Reade Theater.
Before the car could even reach the VIP entrance of the venue, the nearby two streets were already jam-packed with fans of various celebrities, creating an impenetrable crowd. Numerous police officers were working hard to maintain order to prevent a stampede.
William glanced out of the car window, unable to contain his curiosity, he asked Alice, “What’s going on?”
Alice, realizing that her master genuinely was unaware of current societal norms, sometimes thought of him as a classic old-timer.
“It’s because of the New York Film Festival,” Alice chuckled. “With so many celebrities attending, fans come out in droves to show their support. It’s pretty standard.”
“Oh,” William nodded, realizing that he might have only seen such a massive turnout in the context of significant historical events. He genuinely couldn’t fathom the immense allure these celebrities had.
Nevertheless, being in a new era, William felt he should adapt to the times. While he might not appreciate these so-called movie stars, he wouldn’t prevent others from liking them. In this respect, his mindset was quite open.
The driver drove directly into the underground parking lot. Initially, one might have expected it to be a quieter space, but surprisingly, a sizable number of media and fan groups had also gathered there.
Evelyn’s car was particularly conspicuous and swiftly drew the attention of many. As soon as they exited the vehicle, they were immediately surrounded by a large crowd, all eager to catch a glimpse of whichever celebrity was inside.
In addition to driving, Evelyn’s driver also served as her bodyguard.
He was an ordinary man with basic combat training. He was the first to step out of the car, addressing the assembled reporters and fans, “Please disperse; the individual inside is not the celebrity you’re hoping to spot.”
“It can’t be. Such a luxurious car must belong to a major star,” one fan remarked.
“Yeah, this kind of car seems like it would only be for top-tier celebrities,” another added.
“Could it be Timothée? I feel like only he would have this kind of presence.”
The fans raised their banners high, shouting the names of the stars they admired, their emotions running high.
Soon, the parking lot’s security team arrived. They swiftly intervened, separating the fans and reporters from each other.
These security guards weren’t fools. Regardless of who was inside the car, it was evident they were important figures.
If these fans were to disturb or, even worse, cause an accidental incident involving them, these guards would undoubtedly lose their jobs.
“Let’s go down!” Evelyn glanced out of the car window, and it seemed that the fans of the celebrities were basically isolated.
Given Evelyn’s current capabilities, she genuinely didn’t require any protection. However, she didn’t want to leave a bad impression in front of William.
Evelyn and Lucy were the first to exit the vehicle. When the fans saw Evelyn, they were visibly stunned.
This woman was, without a doubt, exceptionally beautiful.
But as they whispered amongst themselves, none could identify who this female star was.
Some were taking photos from a distance. Evelyn paid no heed. It was just a picture after all. She didn’t mind gaining some fame.
Not long after Evelyn and her group started walking, William and Alice also stepped out of the car.
William’s aura was truly unique. Even celebrities on the red carpet would seem ordinary compared to him.
When he descended from the vehicle, the young girls who were avid fans felt their hearts race. Following him was Alice, whose dress also became the center of attention, drawing many gazes.
The previously animated fans fell silent as everyone from the car emerged. They were deeply captivated by the beauty and demeanor of the individuals before them, yet felt somewhat perplexed.
They had absolutely no clue who these people were!
Weren’t they all here for the New York Film Festival?
In theory, individuals with such striking appearances should be highly sought after in the entertainment industry. So why didn’t they recognize them? Perhaps due to limited public exposure?
In a short while, William and his entourage had already entered the building’s elevator. Evelyn remained silent, a thoughtful expression on her face.
William increasingly felt that this blind idolization of celebrities was somewhat excessive.
This societal phenomenon reminded him of certain moments in history when the public mourned the sacrifice of heroes or lauded the talents of poets and artists.
However, he had never seen such fervent adoration for actors or singers before.
As for men wearing makeup…
While there were instances of men wearing makeup in history, William never imagined that in this age of advanced technology, it would become so widespread and popular.
In essence, maybe these people were just too well-fed and had too much time on their hands.
A country that dances lightly to the tunes of entertainment and places it above all else is truly in a state of crisis.
Nonetheless, having seen much in his time, William was relatively content with this era. At least what he witnessed today was just a small subset.
These so-called “fans” were just a group of naive children. He believed that one day, when they mature and become parents themselves, they’d reflect on their actions today with a sense of nostalgia and sentiment.
Still, William couldn’t resist asking Alice, “Alice, which celebrity do you like?”
Alice thought for a moment and asked, “You mean actors and singers?” ｂ𝚍ｎｏｖ𝚕．ｃｏｍ
William nodded.
Alice replied, “I rarely idolize celebrities. I spent most of my time in medical school. If you’re talking about idols, mine would be Anthony Fauci. I hope to become an expert like him someday.”
William nodded in appreciation of Alice’s determination and aspirations. Then, out of curiosity, he asked, “I heard from a friend about someone named Taylor Swift. Is she also a famous star?”
“Of course! She’s a globally renowned singer!” Alice said, pulling out her phone to show William a picture of Taylor Swift.
William took a glance and commented, “She looks different from some of the other singers.”
Alice played one of Taylor Swift’s music videos for William, “Her music is profound, filled with emotion, and has a unique style.”
After watching the video, William remarked, “She indeed stands out. I can understand why so many people like her.”
Alice smiled slightly, “Every singer has their own charm and characteristics. Both Taylor Swift’s music and her personality are very appealing.”
William nodded in agreement, “Indeed. Every era and country has its own aesthetic appreciation. Music transcends cultures and timeframes. True art will always be cherished by people.”