Full-time actor

The Joker film crew.

Chen Yu was sitting in front of the monitor, her makeup having been further adjusted.

Filming is proceeding smoothly, and everyone is fully immersed in the project during this time.

Especially under Chen Yu's guidance, the crew's filming efficiency improved significantly.

"Hu~~"

Nolan let out a long sigh of relief, which made Chen Yu turn his head to look at him.

"Chan, how are you feeling today?"

When asked by Nolan, Chen Yu shrugged.

Ultimately, when he is engaged in the industry he loves, he does not feel bored at all; on the contrary, he becomes more and more courageous.

"Quite good."

Their collaboration this time was remarkably harmonious.

Chen Yu couldn't stay in front of the monitor all the time, so he needed someone who was an absolute expert to guard him.

Nolan is definitely the best choice.

"OK."

After overhearing the conversation between the two, the crew members immediately returned to their respective posts.

Today will be the highlight, the moment that will drag Arthur into hell.

Everyone present was on high alert.

Chen Yu and Nolan are usually quite friendly to their staff, but as soon as the play begins, the atmosphere becomes serious and somber.

Even the pace will be much faster.

This caused tension among the staff, who didn't want any mishaps in their careers.

especially--

Being able to work with these two internationally renowned figures is an extraordinary experience in itself.

Of course, there can be no negligence.

Zazie Beetz had just finished filming a scene with Chen Yu, and as she looked at the clown-dressed face in front of her, she couldn't help but be somewhat mesmerized.

How can there be such a perfect man?
Whether it's acting or anything else, she evokes extreme goodwill.

During the filming of that scene, the interaction between the two was mostly ambiguous, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy.

However, Zazie Beetz seemed to really enjoy her scenes with Chen Yu.

Precisely.

This Chinese film star, who has made his mark in Hollywood, has unknowingly become an idol in the hearts of many.

Perhaps noticing the gaze of the person in front of him, Chen Yu looked up.

He happened to notice the look Zazie Beetz was giving him.

In fact.

When casting for "Joker", Chen Yu hesitated about the role of Sophie Dumont.

Perhaps due to the butterfly effect caused by Chen Yu's rebirth, Zazie Beetz, who had not yet joined the entertainment industry in her previous life, has already started her acting career in this life.

However, there were still many things to consider at the time.

What Chen Yu needed was the slightly aloof feeling of Sophie Dumont.

He wasn't sure if 20-year-old Zazie Beetz could give him that feeling.

While struggling with this decision, he considered other actresses who were a better match.

Rooney Mara.

This person matches in appearance and also possesses a mysterious aura.

Last year's "Honor of Kings" and "The Game of Daring" brought her to the forefront of St. Daniel's.

At the same time, her face drew attention.

In Chen Yu's view, all of this should have proceeded naturally.

However, after seeing Zazie Beetz's audition at the casting call, Chen Yu remained determined to keep the original cast.

As a character whose function outweighs her role, Sophie Dumont is more like a confidante created by Arthur in his imagination, so this character must have that feeling of reality and fantasy intertwined.

This is why Chen Yu ultimately chose Zazie Beetz.

Just like Liu Yifei.

Whether she's 20 or 30, she's always able to perfectly portray the roles that are meant for her.

"Recording audio and video."

With Nolan's instructions issued, all departments are on high alert.

"Actors, get ready."

"Action!"

The next scene to be filmed is Arthur's first killing, which is also the final turning point in Arthur's fate.

His last remaining conscience was completely extinguished.

His boss's dismissal and his colleagues' insincere behavior became key factors that led him to his downfall.

until.

The beating and verbal abuse from three company employees caused his clown personality to completely erupt.

Inside the swaying subway car.

Chen Yu sat quietly in the corner until three cursing men boarded the subway, their foul language filling the silent midnight subway.

"Hello!"

Brian Cullen picked up the fries in his hand and threw them at the woman across from him.

His eyes and words were full of contempt.

The two men standing nearby chuckled, completely ignoring Brian Cullen's behavior.

Chen Yu glanced at him sideways.

The pale paint on his face looked particularly eerie under the lights, and the lights in the subway kept flashing, as if foreshadowing what was about to happen.

"Hahaha--"

Chen Yu's strange laughter suddenly rang out, attracting the attention of the three people at the other end of the subway.

"Hahahaha!"

"What's so funny? You jerk!"

Brian Cullen angrily rebuked Chen Yu. As an elite figure in Gotham City, his expression was noticeably gloomy when faced with the mockery of a person from the lower rungs of society.

"You bitch!"

Curses came from behind me.

Brian Cullen was already singing as he walked towards Chen Yu's direction.

"Let the clowns make their appearance!"

As a result, the three of them sat down next to Chen Yu.

Their faces were filled with extreme mockery, and even though they wanted to stop it from happening, Chen Yu's laughter still couldn't be stopped.

"Hey buddy, tell us what's so funny?"

"nothing."

"I--"

"I...I have an illness."

No sooner had Chen Yu finished speaking than Brian Cullen kicked him in the stomach.

The other two people present immediately hugged Chen Yu.

They snatched the package from his hands, and the beating began again.

The three men held Chen Yu hostage menacingly; they had no need for any formalities with people from the bottom of society.

Nolan was sitting in front of the monitor.

Chen Yu's scenes these past few days have been filled with minor fights every three days and major fights every five days; even an iron man would probably find it unbearable.

Seeing the three people present kicking Chen Yu hard, even Nolan felt a little reluctant.

However, he knew that Chen Yu had taken the initiative to propose this.

When it comes to filming, probably no one can match Chen Yu's dedication and seriousness.

"Don't get up! You freak!"

Evil laughter echoed throughout the subway car.

Frances Conroy looked at Chen Yu, who had been hit hard on the ground. Even though she was only playing Arthur's mother in the play, she felt sorry for the young man in front of her.

Every scene.

He always tries his best to do things to the extreme.

There were relatively more scenes of him being beaten, but he never resorted to any trickery or deception.

This made Francis Conroy sigh deeply.

The admiration in her eyes turned into heartache.

This child always interprets his role with his own life.

bang bang-

"no, do not want!"

A gunshot rang out, interrupting everyone's thoughts, and blood instantly splattered onto the carriage door.

With two consecutive shots, Chen Yu killed the man who had just humiliated him.

Brian Cullen looked panicked. He quickly got up from the ground and ran towards the front of the carriage.

The subway slowly arrived at the station. The two shots immediately threw Chen Yu into a panic; the instinctive fear made him want to flee.

He killed someone!

Chen Yu's hands and feet gradually trembled, completely unable to accept this reality.

Just as his expression began to contort, the carriage door opened.

Brian Cullen ran out immediately, watching helplessly as Chen Yu chased after him.

boom!
The gunshot rang out again, hitting Brian Cowlen directly in the leg.

Chen Yu kept chasing after him.

His expression gradually turned cold.

Boom!

After the last two shots, Brian Cullen remained completely still.

As for Chen Yu, he seemed to be venting his anger, firing shot after shot at the person in front of him.

"Oh shit!"

"Oh shit!!"

He completely broke down, and everything seemed beyond repair.

Before he could react, he ran towards the stairwell and ended up on an empty street.

He ran quickly, as if trying to escape this fact.

Until he locked himself in the toilet.

In the dim candlelight, he slowly moved away, his hands beginning to swing unconsciously.

He is dancing.

A bizarre and painful dance.

Nolan looked at Chen Yu on the monitor; this scene was about the awakening of the Joker's personality.

The oppression and fear that life brings, the contempt of others, and the trampled dignity.

and also--

The thrill of killing seemed to activate his adrenaline.

He stretched out his arms.

His eyes were empty yet filled with despair, until he looked at himself in the mirror.

The self-reproach I had just felt vanished.

His gaze gradually hardened!

"OK."

“Very good.”

Nolan let out a shout; he was already looking forward to the real Joker's appearance.

In particular, the scene Chen Yu had just seen in the mirror sent chills down his spine.

The rest of the people also gathered around.

"The ferocity with which you fired at them just now really made me afraid you'd suddenly go berserk and give us a couple of shots."

Zazie Beetz joked with Chen Yu.

The atmosphere on set is usually quite lively after filming ends.

This moment.

They weren't facing a Grand Slam Best Actor winner, but rather close friends with whom they could chat about anything and everything.

"Haha, don't worry."

"The Joker would never shoot Sophie Dumont."

Upon hearing Chen Yu's words, Zazie Beetz's face flushed slightly.

To know.

In the movie "Joker", Zazie Beetz's Sophie Dumont is definitely Arthur's fantasy soulmate.

This feeling is not bad.

Ring ring—

The phone rang suddenly, abruptly ending the cheerful atmosphere.

Chen Yu turned around and picked up the phone that was placed aside.

He initially thought it was Liu Yifei, but when he looked at the note above, he couldn't help but raise an eyebrow.

It's Yang Lu.

There hasn't been much to do at the company lately, and the two haven't spoken on the phone for quite some time.

The phone call today must mean they have something to discuss.

In general.

The things that Chen Yu can handle now are undoubtedly the few that are currently on the surface.

Filming of "Joker" and training for "Mulan".

The release of "Aftershock" and the Spring Festival Gala programs.

These issues combined to form the work Chen Yu needed to handle in 2010.

After nodding slightly to those present, Chen Yu turned and walked to the side to answer the call.

"Brother Yu, how's the filming of 'Joker' going?"

After hearing Yang Lu's inquiry, Chen Yu directly provided the exact progress.

Filming has been going on for more than half a month, and the progress is quite fast.

Perhaps because he had references in mind, Chen Yu always added his own ideas to the original work when playing the clown.

Overall, the results were indeed very good.

What's up with your call?

Yang Lu responded and then reported on some of the company's major collaborations recently.

"Oh, right—"

"The Golden Rooster Awards will open for nominations in March. I have already prepared all the film materials and will submit them then."

Chen Yu nodded.

This was something he had discussed with Yang Lu and others.

Post-production on "Aftershock" was completed long ago. After being submitted to the Golden Rooster Awards in March, it was released directly in July.

At that time.

All you have to do is wait to participate.

In the past two years, after the Golden Rooster Awards organizers changed, there was a clear indication that they wanted to maintain a long-term friendly relationship with Chen Yu.

Especially last year.

Not only did Chen Yu win awards one after another, but even the foreign friends he invited received their own exclusive awards.

Judging from the current situation, the Golden Rooster Awards can be said to be full of sincerity.

In this situation, the Golden Horse Awards are clearly not enough, and can only be considered a local award.

Last year was even more disastrous.

There were absolutely no submissions from mainland China, and the same was true from Hong Kong.

In Chen Yu's view, it was entirely his own fault for bringing this upon himself.

"Jason contacted me a couple of days ago, and the entire crew has already gone to New Zealand."

Chen Yu nodded.

Liu Yifei had already mentioned this to him; the next step would be to enter a formal, fully enclosed, high-intensity training camp.

The training at Disney was just the initial martial arts training.

Next comes the real battle.

Even training will probably be more tiring than before.

Seeing Liu Yifei's increasingly thin face, it would be a lie to say I didn't feel sorry for her.

Sometimes, the only way to succeed is to take the first step.

He could even picture Liu Yifei galloping across the grasslands.

"The final leg of the journey will be back in the capital, where filming of 'Mulan' will begin in mainland China."

These two things are what Chen Yu is most concerned about right now.

Fortunately, most of the issues have been resolved.

If all goes well during the training camp, filming for "Mulan" might start around March.

This is just Chen Yu's budget, after all, time still needs to be allocated for post-production.

Compared to Joker, the filming process for Mulan definitely took longer.

After all, it involves traveling between two places, and some grand scenes definitely need to be done to the extreme.

Therefore, the things that need to be paid attention to and prepared for are more complicated.

That's about it.

Yang Lu's voice came from the other end of the phone, interrupting Chen Yu's thoughts.

"it is good."

Without much small talk, the two hung up the phone.

He was already looking forward to directing "Mulan" himself! (End of Chapter)