I make a thriller, it's God chasing and feeding

Chapter 197 [Cast confirmed]

Speaking of the curse, Lu Zhengyi has several versions in his memory.

TV version, movie theater version, American version...

Among these versions, the one he is planning to shoot this time is the TV version.

However, he made significant changes to the plot.

Regarding the film The Grudge, Lu Zhengyi’s evaluation in his previous life is not particularly high, although it is called a classic by many people.

But in fact, it was because he only went to understand and watch these contents after he became an adult.

Therefore, the curse did not give Lu Zhengyi a very scary feeling.

Even then, he was just a regular guy.

But this movie cannot give an adult a sense of horror.

The movie that Lu Zhengyi wants to make is not something that can only scare children.

"What do you think?"

One of the rooms in the hotel was set aside as an audition location for the crew.

In the room, behind a long table and outside the camera, four people were sitting, like judges.

After the audition actress nodded and bowed, and respectfully exited the room, Chen Junsheng woke up Lu Zhengyi who was deep in thought, "How do you feel? I feel pretty good, but there is one drawback: I am not very famous."

"When you come to China to develop, the first shot is very important."

"A young actor like this can't attract too much attention from the audience, so his points are reduced a lot. We don't require all of them to be famous actors, but it would be more suitable to find some actors who are somewhat famous."

The actor who just auditioned was the female lead singer of a former idol group.

But now the idol group has disbanded.

There are many situations like this in Heguo.

The survival of the fittest is clearly demonstrated in developed countries like this. Various idol groups emerge all the time. Today it is officially announced that a certain group has disbanded, and tomorrow a new group appears, one after another.

Only those who can make money can stay in this market.

Those who can’t stay are naturally small groups that haven’t become popular and haven’t been able to make money.

Most of the members of such disbanded groups are not well-known. Under normal circumstances, they will slowly return to normal people after the group disbands.

But occasionally there are still some people who are more insistent and want to continue to stay in this circle.

As the lead singer of the group, Kanda Kyoko is somewhat famous, so she chose to enter the entertainment industry. She has participated in several works so far, but she has no outstanding roles.

Lu Zhengyi is relatively familiar with her experience, which is somewhat similar to Zhang Yuming.

However, compared to Xiao Ming, who was eliminated before even debuting after participating in the talent show, he has made his debut and had several opportunities to perform on stage.

Next to him, Team Leader Wang also nodded in agreement, "Yes, Director Lu, if you are somewhat famous, you can attract a lot of traffic. We are not looking for traffic stars. With our conditions, we can definitely find those who have certain Someone who is famous and has good acting skills."

Among the three people except Lu Zhengyi, only Yu Wenxiu remained silent.

Although she was also present during the audition process, she served more as a translator.

After all, she speaks Japanese well.

"Uncle Sheng, it's enough for us to have your promotional sign. With your reputation, we don't need anything else." After listening to their persuasion, Lu Zhengyi smiled and replied, "Besides, the cast here in Heguo is not good. There is also Abu Kuan to support him."

"How can I say that? I am definitely not enough on my own."

Although he said that, Chen Junsheng had a bright smile on his face when he was praised, "For example, in the past, when companies from He and Southern Dynasties wanted to develop in our Tang market, they had to hire some Tang actors honestly. Go and help out."

"Also in the West, in order to cater to our Dongzhou market, they often incorporate Dongzhou elements into some movies and invite actors from the Tang, He, and Southern Dynasties to participate."

"This kind of compromise in the market is very necessary. Inviting some famous Korean actors to participate will also play a big role in the subsequent publicity work. We must first make them willing to watch our film. Then we can use our films to conquer them, there is a sequence."

He still persuaded Lu Zhengyi to find some famous actors.

"Director Lu, you should be able to tell from the data on the release of The First Commandment here, right?"

Team leader Wang also reminded.

But he didn't dare to speak too clearly for fear of offending others.

After all, he was famous in the Tang Kingdom, but when he came to the He Kingdom, he was hit head-on.

The gap between the two is something that normal people cannot easily accept.

It's like going from poor to rich, but going from rich to poor is difficult.

"I understand, I will consider it."

Lu Zhengyi continued to smile and replied.

Although he was smiling, his tone did not let anyone tell whether he was happy or unhappy.

Seeing what he said, the others didn't say anything and called the next actor to audition.

Lu Zhengyi was thinking in his heart while watching the actors audition.

He wasn't angry just now.

He had already expected the First Commandment's upset here.

He had seen the power of impressions long ago.

What's more, the stereotypes of Tang horror films in the Republic of China are more profound than those in the Tang Dynasty.

In this case, it is relatively difficult to win by relying on the quality of the film like in China.

But should we hire some famous actors to help?

Lu Zhengyi had no such plan.

He had already considered this clearly when discussing the audition list with Zhang Xueming in China.

I didn't tell Chen Junsheng directly just now, I just took care of his kindness and didn't want to refuse so bluntly.

When it comes to making action movies and dramas, Lu Zhengyi is definitely not as good as Chen Junsheng.

But in the category of horror films, he has a lot of experience and ideas after years of study, precipitation, and experimentation.

A few years ago, Lu Zhengyi had no idea of ​​inviting famous actors.

It's more because new actors are easier to convince and control.

But now, Lu Zhengyi has a deeper understanding.

Horror movies are not like other categories of works. The more famous the actor, the better the effect.

Especially for actors who have been labeled by the public and look familiar, they are not suitable for starring in horror movies.

While the crew created a scary atmosphere for the audience through various aspects such as plot, sound, pictures, special effects, etc., a very familiar face suddenly appeared, whether this face had acted in comedy before or Romance dramas and crime films are famous for making the audience feel like they are in a drama.

The kind of person who is completely unfamiliar to the audience but has excellent acting skills is the best choice to star in a horror film.

If it were not based on stereotypes, Lu Zhengyi would not even want to invite Abu Kuan.

"Eh!!!"

And as the sky outside gradually began to glow with red clouds from the endless blue sky.

The audition work has come to an end.

Abu Kuan, who had just finished his trip nearby and hurried over for the audition, opened his eyes and exclaimed when he opened the door.

As for this, Lu Zhengyi and others, who had seen it several times today, were already used to it.

An old man with a dark and yellow complexion, a beard, and short to medium hair who looked very vicissitudes of life.

When Abu Kuan looked at Chen Junsheng with wide eyes, Lu Zhengyi was also observing him when confirming his identity.

"Chen, Mr. Chen?"

Abu Kuan stood at the door in a daze for a long time, then tentatively asked in half-baked Tang dialect, "Are you Mr. Chen Junsheng?"

"Sit down first." Chen Junsheng was very stylish, smiling and waving to him.

Where are people?Peipianpidian ran over, bowed very politely, and then sat down in front of him.

"Mr. Abu Kuan, before the audition, we have an obligation to remind you." Yu Wenxiu said something that she had said several times today. "According to our previous notification email, this audition needs to be kept absolutely confidential. I hope you can understand and comply.”

Abu Kuan moved his eyes from Chen Junsheng to Yu Wenxiu next to him, and nodded, "Yes, yes, I understand."

Then, as if he had just seen Lu Zhengyi sitting on the other side of Chen Junsheng, he quickly stood up again, stretched out his palm and said, "Hello, Director Lu."

"Hello."

Lu Zhengyi calmly stretched out his arm as a formal greeting.

"So, will Mr. Chen also participate in this movie next?"

Then, Abu Kuan looked at Chen Junsheng with excitement, and began to speak in Tang dialect mixed with Japanese dialects, "Or is Mr. Chen an investor or director?"

When he spoke, he shook his head.

The expression on his face was also very...exaggerated and flamboyant.

As a well-known actor in the entertainment industry, Abu Kuan has appeared in many works. Acting seems to have been engraved in his life.

And He Guo's interpretation is more stage-drama, so his expressions and movements are very special.

Although Abu Kuan spoke a mixture of Tang and Chinese, with Yu Wenxiu's translation, they would not say they could not understand.

"I participated as an actor this time." Chen Junsheng replied kindly, "Although action films have always been the main ones, I have also made horror films before, but the quality of that film is a bit hard to describe."

"So this time, I want to try making a horror film after a long time, and I happened to meet a very capable director. I hope we can cooperate amicably in the future."

He said some polite words and looked very familiar.

But in fact, Chen Junsheng didn't know Abu Kuan well. After all, he hadn't been to Heguo for a while, and he hadn't even seen his works.

Regarding Chen Junsheng's words, Abu Kuan was a little excited.

To be honest, he originally wanted to make a horror movie this time, just as a favor.

I don't have much interest in it myself.

but now……

"Yes, I also very much hope to pass this audition."

Abu Kuan assumed the posture of a junior and replied respectfully.

Then, he looked at Lu Zhengyi and said, "Director Lu, how should I express myself?"

……

After the audition, it didn't take Lu Zhengyi long to decide on the candidates for the role.

The role of Kobayashi Akisuke was played by Abu Kuan.

Yu Wenxiu plays Xiangzi, a woman who can channel spirits.

Kanda Kyoko, who was proposed to be eliminated by Chen Junsheng, is responsible for playing Chen Junsheng's assistant in the plot.

In addition, some minor supporting roles have been cast.

In fact, he had already discussed the audition list with Zhang Xueming when he was in China.

For every actor on the list, he had knowledge of their past works and some of their personal life experiences.

This time the audition was arranged, on the one hand, seeing is believing, and on the other hand, there was also the idea of ​​selecting a more suitable and outstanding group of people from the already suitable group.

As for the role of Takeo Saeki, Masayoshi Noh plans to play it himself.

After all, although this character is one of the important characters, his role is not that large.

He is more of a guest star than a star.

As the actors were decided, the filming location, funding and other trivial matters gradually unfolded.

At the same time, Bai Wei and others, who transported props and equipment via freighters, finally arrived in Heguo.

"Meow!"

At the pier, Lu Zhengyi saw a small group of black figures running towards him from a distance.

With an excited meow, there was weight on his shoulders, and at the same time, some hair rubbed against his face.

"Why, you didn't eat well on the boat?" Lu Zhengyi reached out doubtfully, took down A Yong who was standing on his shoulders, looked around, and weighed him, "You're not thin at all, A Yong. He seems to be getting fatter."

"That's not true. We have good food and drink for Master Yong. How can we not get fat?"

Immediately afterwards, Ajie's voice came slowly, "Thanks to Master Yong's protection, this trip has been smooth sailing."

As he approached, he watched Lu Zhengyi greet Chen Junsheng, "Director Lu, Teacher Chen."

"Meow."

Ayong shouted again, towards Ajie who was walking over.

"It seems like you guys are getting along well."

Lu Zhengyi smiled and said, "Where is Bai Wei?"

"I'm watching the unloading."

Ajie explained, "Those things seem to have to be sent to the customs for review before we can arrange a truck to take them away."

"It's okay, don't worry."

Lu Zhengyi replied casually.

Standing next to him, Chen Junsheng, who had been stuck with him since arriving in Heguo and was almost inseparable, finally regained his composure with his wide eyes and stared at the black cat in Lu Zhengyi's hand, "Just now, how did it get here just now?" ?Running here?"

"How do I feel? It suddenly appeared on your shoulder."

"Teleport?"

Just now he was asking Lu Zhengyi what kind of object could drive away evil spirits from his body.

Before he finished speaking, a black cat suddenly appeared on his shoulder.

When did it appear and how did it appear? There was no trace of the person he had been staring at.

"Could it be that this is the treasure that can drive away evil spirits from me?"

Chen Junsheng asked.

This was not the first time he met A Yong.

But in the past, in his impression, the cat was either squatting on Lu Zhengyi's shoulder or being held in his arms. Other than that, there was nothing strange about it.

but now……

Chen Junsheng observed the black cat carefully.

The black cat's hair still glows faintly red in the sunlight, and perhaps it should be called a black cat.

In the Tang Dynasty, black cats have been rumored to ward off evil spirits and exorcise evil spirits since ancient times.

"No."

Lu Zhengyi shook his head, but after thinking about it carefully, it was not certain, so he changed his words, "But Ayong may also be able to solve your problem."

My impression of Ayong.

So far, he only has two things: "the body is very strong" and "the evil spirit is repulsive".

As for the rest, Ayong didn't show it, and he didn't know if there was one.

After all, in this world where ghosts and monsters are rare, even if Ayong wanted to show off, he would have no chance.

(End of this chapter)