Chapter 415 Audition

An Xiaofang, Wang Muye, Wang Yan, plus the assistant director sent by Yida Pictures, the supervisor of China Film Digital, and two handymen, together formed today's audition team.

The audition location was at the New China World Hotel, located in the center of the CBD business district, right opposite CCTV Big Pants, a very convenient place.

The conference room was very large, with half of the space cleared for performances. Wang Yan and others were sitting opposite.

Among the five main team members, the eldest is sitting in the middle, with the title of producer and screenwriter simply printed on his name tag.

The rest of the people lined up on both sides and gave the first investor enough respect.

It’s thick, it’s quite nice to sit in the middle...

What’s even more exciting is that Young Master Wang’s opinion will be sought when determining all roles.

Not only because Wang Yan is the first investor, but also because he is the chief director and chief screenwriter of the film, the five parties have fully confirmed this matter and are about to implement his will.

The camera is set up, information is distributed to each member, and the field manager calls people in.

The first person to walk in was Ms. Zeng, who auditioned for the role of female scientist Dr. An.

This surname was decided based on An Xiaofang. It was a little bit of fun for the script team in the boring work, and An Xiaofang happily accepted it.

Ms. Zeng was very beautiful. She looked particularly smart in a women's suit. She bowed to everyone gracefully and introduced herself.

"Hello teachers, my name is Zeng Li. I graduated from the 1996 undergraduate class of the Chinese Opera Department. The role I want to interview is Dr. An."

Oh, we are Teacher Wang now?

It sounds so good...

Wang Yan had never experienced an audition, so he watched calmly. An Xiaofang took the initiative to ask the question for the young master: "What do you think of this role?"

"Dr. An is a crazy, pathological, confident to paranoid woman, but also has some inherent fragility in her heart. Her position in the story is..."

She explained endlessly, some of which were refined based on the script, and some of which were developed on her own.

Wang Muye nodded and whispered to the newbie Director Wang: "You did a good job, and you wrote the character biographies carefully."

The young master is no longer a novice, and he understands the preliminary preparations that a good actor should do.

The script she received was incomplete and only had fragments related to Dr. An, so there was not much development on the relationship between the characters, and a lot of effort was put into exploring the character's heart.

The assistant director of Yida Pictures was very knowledgeable and asked a professional question.

"How do you think the characteristics of Dr. An should be displayed in the style? From the perspective of restoration of your style today, how would you rate yourself? Why?"

"I think……"

While Ms. Zeng was answering, Wang Yan carefully observed the other person and worked hard to refine the characteristics that belonged to Dr. An.

In normal director casting, it is impossible to predetermine the character's image in the film.

The written script depicts only a "concept", a hazy collection. Turning the "concept" into a vivid character is a complex systematic project.

Any role can be interpreted in many ways and forms.

Different actors play the same role, and the final effect is absolutely different.

Good or bad is not only the expression of the actors, but also the comprehensive creation of the director's aesthetics, interpretation and imagination.

To put it bluntly, audition work is to select the one that best suits the director's wishes among various possibilities, and then finalize and strengthen it.

Therefore, in many cases, actors who have strong characteristics themselves are more likely to create impressive characters.

For example, Jason Guo Da, before he went bald, he looked like a big comedian in everything he did.

Once you are bald...

"To kill you, I only need one punch."

The strong are domineering and terrifying.

Another example is Captain America. Chris Evans's toned body and upright handsomeness are a match made in heaven.

Can you imagine what kind of disaster it would be for Leonardo DiCaprio to play Captain America?

Take a deep breath, exhale and recite the lines...

Piu!

Her belly popped out, and her uniform was stretched into a round arc.

It would only be worse if it were Tom Cruise, standing next to Black Widow...

Hey, it’s almost as tall without tiptoes!

Ms. Zeng faced the problem of not having enough qualities - she was pretty, but that kind of beauty was too mediocre.

Enough affinity means an extreme lack of impact.

Her deep acting skills cannot make up for her natural shortcomings. When he saw her performance clips, Mr. Wang had already passed her out in his heart.

He is a good actor, with impeccable professional attitude and professionalism, but it's just... inappropriate.

After politely bidding farewell to Ms. Zeng, the five-person group began to discuss opinions.

Without Wang Yan's emphasis, everyone unanimously concluded that Ms. Zeng's performance was very good and full of explosive power, but she was not the same in appearance.

Okay, let’s move on to the next one.

There were only a few interviewees for Dr. An, and No. 2 was Wang Haiou.

Young Master Wang picked up the information and was born in 1982. He graduated from a folk dance college and switched to modeling at the age of 15. He won his first championship in 2003. In 2009, he was selected by a film and television channel and starred in a TV movie series with Wu Qilong.

Then he began a long career in bad movies. He had jobs every year, but he was far from becoming famous.

This year can be regarded as a transition year for her. In September, she played the role of Qin Banruo, a wise counselor in Dragon TV's costume blockbuster "Mace", and finally entered the public eye.

On the forum, comments from otakus who look good and want to sleep are flooded with comments from time to time.

Immediately after that, she participated in a spy film as an important female supporting role. Not long after the filming was completed, she was invited by Mango Channel's reality show "Everyone is Accelerating" to make a wave of faces.

It was at this time that she entered An Xiaofang's field of vision.

The relationship between Mr. An and Mango TV is very mysterious and complicated. Wang Yan did not explore the specific details. It was a taboo in the industry.

However, Mr. An's evaluation of Wang Haiou is very interesting - it is cheap and easy to use, the new drama is produced by Dongyang Noonday, it has the potential to be a hit, and it is great value for money.

How cheap will it be?

While Mr. Wang was thinking about this matter, Wang Haiou opened the door and came in.

They had met her at the Huayi celebration banquet before. Wang Yan knew that she was very beautiful, but when she saw her again today, she was still particularly surprised.

Light gray women's trousers + suit, conservative style.

Inside is a clean and simple large-collar silk white shirt, which is orthodox and dignified.

Her hair was carefully tied up, revealing her slender neck and full forehead.

Until now, everything is still normal, just the appearance of a good actor who understands the character well.

What's really stunning is her makeup.

The skin is made pale and dull with no makeup;

Draw the eyebrow arch to create a raised eyebrow, widen the eye space, and then do a cold smoke;

Nose and brow bone highlights;

The corners of the eyes are elongated, and a natural bluish tint appears on the lower eyelids;

The lip glaze is Amani Red Tube 201 Smoke Rose. In the center of the lips, the color is dark to purple and black;

A light blue multi-layered medical mask hung on his chin, folding his face into a sharp triangle.

When she is not smiling, she is as cool as a queen.

At the same time, it reveals the natural deep fatigue, mixed with the light in the eyes, like a strong and crazy female scientist.

Wang Yan, Wang Muye and An Xiaofang looked at each other and found the same surprise.

"Please stand closer and give me a profile."

The eldest son was the first to speak. Wang Haiou followed the sound and was slightly startled. Then, he turned around obediently, facing the eldest son sideways, and raised his eyes sideways.

She has good acting skills, and she immediately got the point.

But what was missing, Wang Yan didn't understand for a while.

But Wang Muye was sharp enough and told the lighting engineer: "Give me a half-head light."

The current conditions are limited, and we can't get the light of the studio, but that's the general idea. As soon as the half-head light is covered, she immediately shows a mysterious and seductive beauty.

Like poppies blooming in the night.

OK, it’s her!

Auditioning is actually a very free thing. There is no set rules and it is completely up to the director's wishes.

Wang Yan decided to choose her, so he simply skipped all the details and made an excessive request.

"Go wash off your makeup!"

For ordinary actresses, this is simply a public execution, but Wang Haiou happily agreed.

"Okay director, please give me three minutes."

The housekeeper brought a basin of water, she took out the bottles and started removing her makeup on the spot.

After everything was unloaded, the young master waved: "Stand closer."

After looking at it carefully for a while, he nodded with satisfaction.

Hey, don't mention it, she looks really good without makeup, she's in such good shape that she doesn't look like she's in her 30s, she's still in full bloom.

After confirming, the eldest young master started to hold Wang Muye and mutter.

What Wang Yan wanted to discuss was how to film Dr. An's last scene.

It was the scene where he was beaten hard by the heroine and then shot in the head by the mercenary captain.

Originally, the scene was supposed to have Dr. An act ugly, crazy, with a dusty face and a miserable expression, in order to release the audience's emotions.

However, Wang Haiou's image was unexpectedly charming and beautiful, and Young Master Wang had a new idea.

"In the last scene, instead of being ugly, let her die in the most coquettish manner. Let's break the vase and show it to the audience!"

"Then we have to change the lines." Wang Muye's first consideration was the script.

"change!"

Wang Yan decisively picked up the knife and chopped it on the script he had made.

"This actor has a certain quality. We have to amplify it and not waste it. Only when Dr. An is strong enough can the plot be tense enough!"

Wang Muye looked at Wang Haiou and nodded.

"She does have a good foundation, so let's change it..."

As an audience, you may not understand the importance of an actor's background.

Don’t you have to wear makeup anyway?

This is not the right idea.

To put it simply, the scene and story progression of that scene determined that the actors could not appear in full makeup.

At that moment, Dr. An must be given special makeup to show a natural look of paleness, weakness, slight injuries, and dirt, otherwise the audience will be in trouble.

For example - if you are playing a soldier but you have a side-parted hair style with bangs and two pounds of hairspray that won't budge in the wind, doesn't it look awkward?

It must be awkward.

Once the sense of identity is gone, the audience will be out of touch, and if they try to pull it back, they won't be able to pull it back.

In the same way, it is impossible for Dr. An, who was beaten by a bomb, to still have a flawless face and attend the banquet.

You must wear special makeup, and then you will inevitably sacrifice your appearance, and you will not be able to look good.

At this time, the importance of an actor's foundation becomes highlighted.

Wang Haiou is the kind of actor who is pretty enough without makeup and can still look beautiful with special makeup.

It was so beautiful that Wang Yan was willing to change the script for her.

After the two of them muttered, the second female lead was basically decided.

However, it still cannot be announced on the spot, and those who should audition must continue to audition.

"Okay Ms. Wang, your audition is over. Please wait patiently for our contact."

An Xiaofang spoke, leaving enough hints to end her audition.

Wang Haiou's eyes flashed with joy, he bowed to everyone, looked deeply at Wang Yan, and turned around to go out.

What do you see me doing?

Negotiating remuneration is Mr. An’s job, and then it has nothing to do with me...

The young master was moved in his heart, but he didn't take it seriously and let it go.

Next, the interview for the second female lead was basically just a formality. Among the actresses contacted by several people, none was more suitable than Wang Haiou.

The male number one, the security captain, is temporarily named Han Li. There are seven or eight applicants.

Everyone came to study with Zhang Jin.

After putting on a suit, Zhang Jin's upright, aloof, and flamboyant aura immediately spread.

With a little adjustment, you can perform as fiercely as a lone wolf.

This time An Xiaofang didn't leave any room and told Zhang Jin directly: "Let your agent negotiate the contract."

Zhang Jin smiled appropriately, expressed his gratitude to several teachers, and looked at Wang Yan specifically.

There is no way, handsome men just want to attract the most attention.

Next are the remaining three members of the naughty quartet.

The big bear is Chi Ming, played by Zitao. The young master specially gave Ya a name that was once again popular in literature and art, just for the exclusive use of his fans.

Three Bears and Four Bears are two brothers with big muscles in their brains. They don't have any difficulty in acting. They just have to act cool. They were given as a favor to Yida Pictures.

Only the two bears have to choose.

The character is a little girl, codenamed Xiaoduo, with few lines, bloodthirsty and crazy, which is a perfect contrast to her name.

In terms of selecting people, everyone (everyone represented by Wang Yan) wanted to pick a little girl who looks weak, the more innocent the better, and continue to create contrast.

Everyone was dissatisfied with the first few actresses.

Either his appearance is too bad, or his acting skills are poor.

Because the character is designed to be a short and thin girl, the actor cannot be older than 16 years old, so it is really difficult to find.

Then came the highlight of China Film's digital contribution - the actress team of Balabala Little Demon Fairy.

Is it called Balala Little Demon Fairy?

Who cares about that!

Gunara, the God of Darkness, no matter how much she wheezes, hey, hey, hey, she can’t turn into Gullinaza...

Ahem, audition, our big scumbag cannot be called by his real name.

While I was flipping through the information, a young actor came in at the door.

Lang Jinmai, you are only 13 years old this year, right?

Wang Yan carefully looked at the little loli in front of him. She was about 1.5 meters tall and had just started to draw. She had a big head and was thin and small, but her amber eyes were full of aura.

The little Loli showed no stage fright at all. She jumped into the middle of the conference room like a deer and bowed to the judges' table without looking at the camera.

"Hello teachers, my name is Lang Jinmai, I am 14 years old and I study in..."

As expected of someone who had photographed Balabala, the little devil. Balabala memorized the more than 200 words of self-introduction without stumbling at all.

Looking at this girl, Wang Yan was extremely satisfied.

We have the royal sister, we have the beauties, but now we are in need of a lolita?

The age gap means that there is no conflict between her and Fu Yushi, and there is no possibility of overshadowing her.

Violent lolita, it makes me feel happy just thinking about it!

No, I have to change her weapons!

How about a long, straight-edged sword equal to your height?

In the climax of the fight scene, he appeared with a long knife on his back, kicked off the wall and flew into the air. His body was dodged by bullets, and he jumped down with an eagle strike. With a bang, the long knife penetrated the enemy's chest and penetrated deeply into the masonry floor...

Are the fat nerds going crazy?

Definitely!

Young Master Wang was thinking happily, his eyes became particularly hot, and the little Loli who was answering the question suddenly trembled.

Oh my god!

The producer seems to be a pervert!

Little Loli's eyes were filled with deep vigilance, but Mr. Wang didn't realize it - he didn't think about it at all.

After exchanging opinions with Wang Muye and An Xiaofang, and comprehensively comparing the acting skills and appearance of all the actors, Lang Jinmai was basically chosen for the role of Xiaoduo.

At this point, all the main roles have been taken care of, and the remaining minor supporting roles can be left to the casting director.

Young Master Wang stretched his waist and asked Wang Muye: "Are you coming again this afternoon?"

Wang Muye replied cautiously: "I don't have anything too important to do right now. You can come. What's wrong?"

It means you don’t have to come.

An Xiaofang suddenly turned her head and smiled meaningfully at Wang Yan: "Young Master Wang, you don't have to come this afternoon. I'll keep an eye on you and there won't be any problems. You can go and do other things..."

I have nothing else to be busy with?

Young Master Wang was very puzzled and was about to ask when a text message suddenly came from his phone.

"Producer Wang, I am Luna, the actress who just participated in the audition. I am waiting for news in Room 404 on the 18th floor of the hotel. Can you please take a moment to tell me what problems there are in the interview just now? I believe you are A kind and enthusiastic person, I am anxiously looking forward to your reply..."

Damn it!

Where did you get my mobile number?

Young Master Wang was a little confused at first, and it took him 3 seconds to remember who the girl was.

In short: 91, 93, 77.

hiss……

You have no idea whether you want it or not, right?

In three days, believe it or not, I turned it into less than 70, such as 70-1?

After thinking about it, the young master turned off his phone.

77 is slightly lower and not worth wasting energy.

But that text message was like a signal, opening a magic box, and the young man's cell phone kept vibrating.

I'm almost feeling better. I didn't expect the situation outside to be so bad. Everyone should pay attention to their health.