I didn't want to be an actor

Chapter 85 Shooting Daily (44)

Xu Zheng has actually been in contact with the actress...

The preliminary preparations for "Time Travel Cohabitation" have been completed - the script breakdown and location scouting work have been completed!
To put it simply, script breakdown means breaking down the script into its basic elements, such as scenes, locations, actors, etc. At the same time, you should also pay attention to the shooting length, props, stunts, and camera equipment.

Write everything down on index cards to create scenario cards.

Then, after the actors arrive, variables will be added based on their schedules, and the production team will make a budget and shooting plan based on this.

As for the location scouting, it is about taking pictures and framing...

Only by seeing the exterior can you determine the composition of the shot and draw the storyboard.

All these tasks have been completed, now all that’s left is the leading role!
Su Lun flew to Qingdao and talked with Shen Liang several times. He was very confident in Shen Liang, and the male lead was decided.

Female No.1...

It’s a bit difficult!

If Xu Zheng were the director, actresses would surely compete for the project. The problem is, he is only the producer...

I tried to meet several people, but they either thought the money was too little or they were not optimistic...

In short, I don’t want to perform.

This is easy to understand. It's a romantic comedy directed by a non-famous director, and it's an original script. The male lead is a newcomer, and the key is that the money is also very stingy...

He only dates popular female stars. What can they not make money from?

Act in your crappy movie with an uncertain future?
Xu Zheng called to complain...

"What's wrong with today's actresses? They don't read the scripts but the cast when accepting roles... They also said that 'Time Travel Cohabitation' will definitely not exceed 1 billion, so they won't act in it..."

Shen Liang said frankly: "It is really difficult for this book to make over 1 billion!"

"Let's not discuss whether it can exceed 1 billion. When an actor accepts a role, this cannot be the standard... Do you like this story? Do you like this character? Do you like this subject matter? Are you moved by it?
I think this is what an actor should focus on, the key point of whether or not to take this role. You can say: I don’t like the story, so I won’t take it, that’s fine! Now you say: This movie is not worth 10 billion, so I won’t take it... This is ridiculous! You know! "

“…There’s nothing we can do about it. Public opinion now regards 10 billion as a watershed. Only products that exceed billion are considered a hit!”

"Then how do you answer it?"

“I like this story…”

"So... you are the good actor who understands acting..."

The voice on the other end of the phone was a little confused, and Shen Liang asked in a low voice: "Director Xu, are you drunk?"

"No... I just drank a little..."

Shen Liang suggested: "Director Xu, if it really doesn't work, I recommend Jing Tian or Nini..."

"Do you know them?"

"I know Jing Tian...I met her once during a TV show a while ago."

"What about Nini?"

“…I like her very much…”

When Xu Zheng heard this, he immediately laughed: "Haha, you want to develop a relationship with her?"

“…Not really…There are only a few actresses born after 85 who have good reputations…”

I just thought of Shen Liang by accident. I auditioned for the role in “Do You Know?” some time ago, and I thought of Feng Shaofeng, and then I thought of Nini…

"Don't explain, this is normal... I'll make an appointment for you..."

Shen Liang thought for a moment and said, "Director Xu, if the crew is really short of money, I can invest half..."

"Third pitch..." Xu Zheng immediately asked, "What do you think of this play?"

"To be honest, I think this project is a light romantic comedy. If the release date is good, it should be able to make 200 to 300 million yuan at the box office. So, I can accept a cost of 50 million yuan..."

“…I’ll try inviting you again. If that doesn’t work, we’ll talk later!”

Xu Zheng hung up the phone, and the last sentence he said translated as 'I'll try to fool people again, if no one is willing, I'll spend more money!'

In fact, Xu Zheng just wanted to accomplish great things with little money, and it would be best if he could get things done without spending any money!
The so-called "Do you like this story? Do you like this character? Do you like this subject matter? Are you moved?" Translated, "If you are moved, can you take a pay cut to act in the film?"

Of course, he himself is also such a person. When he wanted to make a breakthrough, he starred in "Crazy Stone" for free and took on "Night Club" for a low salary...

Therefore, he thinks that those popular actresses should also want to transform...

Transformation? That’s a question that a group of people are considering as the film and television industry enters a cold winter. At this stage, female stars are busy starring in dramas with female protagonists. Even Zhang Ziyi couldn’t help but star in one…

During this period of time, big names are making their way from movies to big IP dramas. This is called the trend!
"Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace", "Emperor's Royal Love in the Palace", "Legend of Ba Qing", "Rise of Phoenixes", plus Tang Wei's "Princess of Ming Dynasty"...

The filed works are all about a hundred episodes, all of which are adaptations of old-school Mary Sue online romance novels, with big IPs and big female protagonists.

The leading actors also received huge salaries.

Who the hell can watch such a poor movie?
……

Shen Liang arrived at the crew, and then saw Uncle Gong and Li Guangjie lying on the ground back to back...

He hurriedly greeted her, but Li Guangjie didn't bother to look up at him and just said, "Go change your clothes!"

"…good!"

The staff came over immediately to help him put on his clothes...

As the proficiency of the on-site staff has improved, it used to take three people more than an hour to put on this set of protective clothing, but now it only takes two people half an hour to do it...

"Which part should I shoot?"

"This part where the rescue team is tasked with igniting Jupiter's hydrogen!"

“…We’re shooting today?”

"Ok!"

Shen Liang sighed secretly...

This scene was very difficult to shoot. I remember reading an interview in which Qu Chuxiao, who played Liu Qi in the original version, had a deep memory of this scene - it took two days and two nights to shoot!
By the end, the staff were all numb...

Shen Liang was not actually prepared...

If he knew that this scene would be filmed tonight, he would definitely have a good rest!

Forget it, Zhao Jinmai didn’t say anything. How could he, an adult, feel embarrassed to do that?
The first time...

Not at the beginning...

This is normal. This is a green screen play. Shen Liang needs to mobilize enough emotions to say goodbye to Liu Peiqiang...

The plot is that Liu Peiqiang decided to sacrifice himself to ignite Jupiter and say goodbye to Liu Qi.

The key point is that Liu Qi, played by Shen Liang, has no rivalry with Liu Peiqiang from beginning to end...

It’s hard to make an emotional connection.

Wu Jing was not there either, so Shen Liang just screamed at the camera like crazy—he had an emotional breakdown—and then collapsed to the ground...

When Liu Qi learned that Liu Peiqiang was trying to ignite Jupiter by detonating the space station, he was unwilling to do so and just said shut up, shut up, shut up. Liu Peiqiang said, "Son, you should know that this is the only way for you and the Earth to survive! If there is a second choice, I will not..."

“…What qualifications do you have to make decisions for me?”

Liu Peiqiang replied, "You are right. I have no right to make decisions for you or for others, but I have the right to make decisions for myself. Now I give my life to the earth and to you."

"Son, Dad loves you, and so does Mom. If we have to choose between you and me, we will choose to let you live without hesitation.

Because no matter what time, you are the one we love the most.

Because I love you, even if we can't grow up with you, even if we can't see each other for the last time, we must leave you the hope of life. Son, please live well. "

Liu Qi burst into tears...

Emotions are like this...

It looks simple, but it’s really hard to act!

Shen Liang performed it three times, but it still didn’t get better…

I can't find any emotional support...

After three times, Shen Liang was exhausted. The key is that the protective suit weighs more than 60 kilograms. The suit is not only thick, but also very airtight. After several months of filming, all the accumulated odors can only be discharged from the collar and then circulate in the helmet...

Stinky and rancid...

The smell makes me want to vomit...

(End of this chapter)