The Best Actor in the Vase of Meiyu

Chapter 540 Stereotype
Fourteen times NG.

What Anson needs to think about is not only his own performance, but also the director's creative intention and the status of the entire work.

In the movie "Elephant", Gus did not attempt to tell a complete narrative, but only captured a section of daily life in school, those incomplete, ongoing states with no answers and no direction, an ordinary morning at the age of seventeen. Thirty minutes, then abruptly interrupted.

From the perspective of the creative intention of the entire film, this is the effect Gus hopes to achieve: no context, and similarly, no future.

When the audience is offended, shocked and hurt, when the audience perceives the incompleteness of the story or characters - when the fate of the characters is unreasonably interrupted, then it proves that Gus has achieved his goal.

and so.

After entering the performance state, everything was natural and smooth. Anson surrendered himself to his intuition, completely leaving reason and thinking behind. When the performance was about to end, he stepped on the brakes and controlled himself. Continue as per your past performance habits.

This is Anson's understanding.

Now that filming was over, Anson needed to check with the director.

There was a look of satisfaction in Gus's eyes, and he nodded gently, "Your intuition is correct."

"If you showed a smile and a look of relief at the end, it would be another NG."

"Of course, I know that in other movies, such a context and arc are the correct way to perform. I have also expected such a performance before. Believe me, your understanding is correct; but for this work, I think We need to break this concept and explore a new lens language.”

"What I need is a state, an ongoing process, not a linear context, just a cross-section, and the camera can just stay here."

"Perfect."

"This means that you finally understand my creative intention and the character's status. You are now in the most perfect position, and I will not want to change any detail."

"Like I just said, everything is fine."

It turned out to be the case.

Anson raised his chin slightly, "Okay, I understand, I just need to confirm."

Gus hesitated for a moment, but finally said, "You did a great job."

Anson was stunned and said, "Director, you just said that."

Gus, "I know. I just wanted to tell you that you're a great actor."

This was something Anson didn't expect.

Gus was very honest, "Honestly, I didn't expect it myself. It was far beyond expectations."

"You have ideas and are willing to study the character. If you encounter confusion or confusion, you are willing to speak out, face your own weaknesses and shortcomings openly, and communicate openly and honestly."

"This kind of honesty is not easy for a narcissistic and proud actor."

Actors are often egotistical.

From a certain perspective, they need such a self, because this is the basis for them to explore the role and awaken themselves. Without such a self, they often cannot become good actors.

But from another perspective, such a self may become an obstacle to communication between actors and directors.

It is precisely because of this that many actors are stubborn and stubborn, refusing to communicate and change, which makes them a disharmonious factor in the cooperation of the crew.

This was also what Gus was most worried about before the filming of "Elephant" began.

Perhaps Anson used to be humble and friendly, and the cooperation between the "Spider-Man" crew and the "Cat and Mouse Game" crew was particularly smooth; but things are different now.

First, the success of "Spider-Man" gave Anson his first taste of fame.

Secondly, "Elephant" is a small crew, and Anson is the star of the show.

Various factors mean that Anson's position on the crew is different. Even the director Gus may not be able to control the scene. Once Anson assumes a big-name posture, it may be a disaster.

Tossing and turning, repeating, worrying. At some point, Gus began to reflect on himself. Why did he agree to Anson's role in "Elephant"? It would be better to just use ordinary student actors.

At certain moments, Gus secretly encouraged himself. If Anson acted like a big name, it would break up and he would kick Anson out of the crew directly, even though the name "Gus Van Sant" is not that important in Hollywood. People, but he is not just a nobody.

however.

What I was worried about didn't happen.

Not only not, but the opposite is true. Surprises come one after another, far exceeding expectations. Now it seems that Anson's joining should be a blessing, ensuring that Gus can take risks and try according to his own ideas, giving "Elephant" this movie A whole new meaning, chasing those ambitions.

This made Gus a little embarrassed.

He thought that he owed Anson an apology. Sure enough, stereotypes kill people. It has nothing to do with age or status. Narrow ideas may make them ugly.

But on second thought, instead of apologizing, I would rather praise.

By every measure, Anson deserves credit.

Gus didn't hold back.

"I like your honesty."

"Of course, more importantly, after effective communication, you can be at your best to meet the director's requirements. I have no reason to find fault."

"Actually, I need to praise your work, even though I, like everyone else, see the appearance first when I see you; but I really like your performance."

"Maybe you should be more confident. You deserve it."

This is the first time.

This was the first time someone praised Anson in person. Although every filming process before was very pleasant, and Anson could feel the goodwill from the crew; but the real praise was still different, giving Anson recognition.

Anson became a little reserved instead.

In his previous life, he really couldn't remember the last time he was praised. He had almost forgotten how it felt to be praised and affirmed.

It felt like a ball of marshmallow was swelling in my chest, warm, sweet, and gentle, and the colorful colors became brighter little by little.

Anson's expression was slightly awkward, but he still showed a big smile, "Director, do I need to be more confident? Are you sure?"

Actors are the most narcissistic group of people, their ego and arrogance are simply unimaginable.

Gus immediately heard the undertone of Anson's self-deprecation, and a smile appeared in his eyes, "Believe me, I have seen some actors who have bigger egos than they imagined, and they refuse to admit it."

"Your ego is nothing at all. It's nothing compared to a big one. It doesn't matter if it grows a little bit more."

The smile on Anson's lips also rose, "Shh, I will keep it a secret from Matt."

Matt Damon:? ? ?
There was a smile in Gus's eyes, "Although I just talked about Ben, but..." He also put his finger on his lips, "Shh."

Ben Affleck: I didn’t offend you!
then.

Gus didn't pause any longer, "We should prepare for the next scene."

Without a doubt, this was Anson's most special shoot to date.

Is it difficult? It can even be said to be simple. The actors are indeed allowed to express themselves freely. There are no lines or framework restrictions. They can complete the performance according to the actor's own ideas.

It is not easy to say that it is simple. It is undoubtedly a completely different challenge. It completely breaks and subverts Anson's understanding of performance and characters, experiences a new way of shooting, and re-examines the art form of film.

When Darren Star called him, it was definitely something Anson didn't expect.

(End of this chapter)