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Published at 3rd of November 2021 10:05:46 AM


Chapter 648: 648

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Jeff and Lan Li walked side by side, passing through the noisy crowd at the party.

Unexpectedly, the blue ceremony did not talk too much, did not twitter, can’t wait to get close, or express yourself, and did not flatteringly express one’s respect and urgency; as if it was really coming to a party and chatting occasionally for these two days. The waves on the beaches of Venice, or the different brands and vintages of rum.

However, because of these seemingly random topics, Jeff has been able to gain a lot and understand all the facts that he has never heard of. This is incredible for Jeff. He has been in Hollywood for many years, and he is a high-powered figure of Warner Bros. His knowledge and background are already very important, but the conversation with Lan Li still benefited a lot.

This kind of conversation is relaxed and fascinating. In just ten minutes, a kind of intimacy of a year-long acquaintance has grown in Jeff's heart. That profound knowledge, calm temperament, elegant manners, and deep heritage are hidden under the handsome skin. , Inadvertently, people are attracted and convinced by it.

There are countless actors in Hollywood. There are more than 600,000 registered actors. For the time being, amateur actors, college students, outside Broadway performance enthusiasts, and ordinary people with the dream of actors, the number is just It's even bigger. However, not every actor can be the protagonist, especially in commercial films.

Becoming the protagonist of a commercial film, besides acting, the most important thing is the so-called image of the image, not only appearance, but also not only temperament, but a charm and aura that makes the audience feel the protagonist's light. It can be simply and rudely understood as "the protagonist's halo or overlord's aura", which is a bit vulgar to say, but it does exist in real life.

The most important part of choosing the leading actor in a commercial blockbuster is to let the actors stand in front of the camera and show the most ordinary, most life, and most natural non-acting state, to see if they have enough ability, enough charm, enough The aura attracts the audience’s attention. It can be understood as whether it can be accepted by the audience; it can also be understood as whether it can attract a specific group; it can also be understood as whether it is suitable for the setting of a movie hero.

How to understand is just one way, and the core meaning remains the same.

After a century of precipitation in Hollywood, commercial films have developed vigorously for nearly half a century. On the positive side, the major film companies are well aware of the operation of commercial films, and they can easily select actors suitable for the market to take on the important tasks; negatively In other words, the major film companies have formed inertia and have consistent aesthetic standards when selecting actors. The same type of actors can often become the protagonists of commercial movies, and a large number of vase-like idol actors have been derived.

But no matter how it is expressed, "some people are born to be the protagonist", this is true in Hollywood.

For example, in Thor, Tom Hiddleston failed to become Thor because the audition director thought he did not have the temperament of a superhero; for another example, Ryan Reynolds was considered to have grown a self. Faces with halo, in addition to "Deadpool" and "Green Lantern", "Superman: Man of Steel", "Flash", "Batman", etc., when almost every superhero movie starts casting roles , He will be on the waiting list.

In addition, john-krasinski missed "Captain America", Jack Gyllenhaal missed "Spiderman" and "Batman"; of course, there was also Taylor Kutcher. Get the two heavy roles of "Super Battleship" and "Alien Battlefield", which are the continuation of the same principle.

It is not easy to become the protagonist of a movie; it is not easy to become the protagonist of a commercial movie; to become a superhero protagonist is more demanding. Brainstorm, Nicholas Cage's version of "Superman" may be more intuitive.

This is why the audition of commercial blockbusters is so complicated and difficult. Screening round after round, auditioning time and time again, what actually tests is not the acting skills of the actor, but the temperament and aura of the actor, if necessary, the fit between the actor and the role, and the chemical reaction between the actor and other actors. For example, in the movie version of "Cinderella", the love call index of the two protagonists is extremely important for commercial films.

They constantly audition, constantly change interviewers, constantly switch different audience perspectives, and constantly change the audition theme, including today's audition. All the goals are the same. They need to see whether the actors have the temperament of a super commercial blockbuster male protagonist.

Renly's outstanding performance in independent art films is obvious to all; Renly's outstanding performance in "Speed ​​and Excitement/Emotion 5" also proves its market value. However, the super commercial blockbuster, and the male protagonist, is a completely different thing. Outstanding temperament, full of charm, solid acting skills, and wide audience. None of this can guarantee the success of the super commercial blockbuster, George Clooney's " "Batman and Robin" is the best counterexample to the golden words that the whole Hollywood believes in.

Before today, Lan Li had gone through many auditions. Jeff himself watched the audition video, and listened to the opinions of other interviewers. Most of the good reviews, even picky. As far as Jeff is concerned, he is actually more inclined to play Brad as the leading actor of "Edge of Tomorrow".

For commercial blockbusters, there are pros and cons for choosing newcomers and choosing the front line. Jeff briefly reviewed the script of "Edge of Tomorrow". The overall style of such sci-fi movies is closer to "Blade Runner" and "source code". It does not refer to the artistic style, but refers to the box office prospects. Therefore, if you want to boost the box office and adopt a top line like Brad, this is a wise choice.

Not only that, but the script of "Edge of Tomorrow" can be seen. It has strict requirements on the battlefield, visual effects, mechanical equipment, and so on. This also means that costs rise. Now on the project schedule, the estimated budget indicated is 100 million U.S. dollars, but Jeff has questioned what kind of work can be produced at the cost of 100 million U.S. dollars, but before the director and the main producer are finalized, he There is no way to make an accurate judgment.

The advantage of choosing Brad lies here. First, the budget can be increased. If Brad takes the lead, the cost of 150 million yuan is basically no problem, but if it is a blue gift, it will be extremely difficult to increase, and it may even be reduced; second, the production of the cast is quickly determined This is true for directors, screenwriters, and chief producers. This is essential for commercial films, but Lan Li?

However, Jeff is a type who dares to promote newcomers and is also keen to promote newcomers, and he has a strong confidence in his own vision. After he is right, even if he is desperate. This is true of Ben Affleck and Christopher Nolan. Therefore, Jeff decided to open up possibilities.

Choosing a party as an audition occasion is itself an audition assessment.

Originally, Jeff wanted to see the social situation and adaptation of Renly at the party, but the actual effect was far beyond expectations: Renly and Brad collided head-on, which can’t be said to be sparkling, but the brief confrontation made people Intently. Jeff admits that he likes Renly, quite a lot. The trait in Lan Li is not Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, or Harrison Ford. It is indescribable, but it makes people admire.

Now, Jeff is also a little curious. What kind of style would Lan Li appear in a sci-fi commercial movie like "Edge of Tomorrow"? How would it feel to be the leading actor in a super commercial blockbuster?

"Wow, after drinking whiskey for so long, I never knew there were so many tricks to hide it." Jeff left the wine cabinet, walked to the sofa next to him, and sat down.

Although Jeff did not invite, Lan Li also sat down diagonally opposite, "Wine tasting, wine tasting, in many cases, the emphasis is on the word'taste', otherwise it is drinking. But not everyone is patient and calm. After all, what we need is the numbness of alcohol, not the beauty of the tip of the tongue."

These words made Jeff laughed freely. He liked this way of speaking by Lan Li. Confident and proud, elegant and calm, but not the kind of condescending, there is always a little black humor or self-ridicule between the lines. Such conversations always make people happy.

"So, is this also the reason you want to appear in a commercial movie?" Jeff turned to www.novelhall.com, which seemed stiff, but not abrupt, "Taste the charm of popcorn."

Lan Li didn't answer, but gently closed his jaw and smiled. For a while, the air in the room seemed to freeze. Jeff's smile couldn't help but pause for a moment. He looked at Lan Li in surprise and cast a confused look. This made Lan Li suddenly realize, "Oh, this is a Question? I thought it was a joke."

Jeff was stunned by this response, and then he chuckled lightly. Lan Li always has a way to control the rhythm of the conversation in his own hands, even if he is facing the top big names in the industry.

"There are countless answers to this question. I believe you don't want to hear a press conference-style answer." Lan Li shrugged, "The truth is, this is one of the reasons I like to be an actor. The experience is different. To be able to experience a different life, and even experience a different world. To be honest, I once fantasized about playing a vampire..." Seeing Jeff’s shocked eyes, Lan Li chuckled lightly, "Not'Twilight' The genre is a love movie; it’s a genre like "Interview with the Vampire". You know, truly exploring the undead makes time lose its original meaning."

He personally likes the 2013 "Only Love Eternal Life" because it explores more possibilities for vampires; of course, movies such as "Blade Warrior" and "Dark Legend" are also quite interesting.

"In addition to movies, what other occasions can I experience, the difficulties and shackles of time rebirth?" Lan Li likes the movie "Edge of Tomorrow" not only because it is excellent popcorn, but also because of the role experience In a theory that is impossible to feel in real life, that kind of mentality change and growth is very interesting.

Jeff lifted his jaw slightly, "In fact, I am more curious about the press conference-style answer."




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