Rebirth: I'm filming extra scenes on the set

Chapter 186 Haha, Director Feng also came for the audition.

"Hello, teachers. I am actor Ge You."

Ge You can be said to be one of the most well-known actors in mainland China.

He started acting in the 80s and has won numerous awards over the decades.

Han Sanping and Huang Jianxin were also very familiar with Ge You. Seeing Ge You introducing himself, Han Sanping said, "Ge You, what is your status? You still have to introduce yourself."

Ge You smiled and replied: "Of course I have to introduce myself. For such an important play, what is the point of a small actor like me?"

"So which character are you going to play?"

"I do not know either."

Ge You thought about it and shook his head again: "I will follow the arrangements of the two leaders. I will play whatever role you want me to play."

"That's it, okay."

Huang Jianxin then said, "However, it seems that you have signed on for Feng's If You Are the One. Will you be free then?"

"Director Feng and I have discussed it. As long as we are shooting this film, I will take a leave. If there is a conflict, I will just not act there."

"It's not that serious."

Huang Jianxin was very satisfied.

Then he looked at Chen Cheng and asked, "Do you have any objection?"

"I have no opinion."

Ge You can be regarded as a banner of mainland actors. Chen Cheng admires him for coming so early.

Especially as Ge You said just now, he doesn't even plan to act in "If You Are the One".

Such patriotic enthusiasm is beyond the reach of ordinary actors.

"Okay, Mr. Ge You, we'll contact you later."

The three nodded.

After Ge You, it is Brother Chen Kai.

Like Ge You, Brother Chen Kai entered the audition office and introduced himself.

I saw Brother Chen Kai coming.

Han Sanping said, "Brother Kai, look, I've brought all your junior brothers here, go and talk to them."

Chen Cheng said somewhat awkwardly: "Director Han, are you going to push me onto the grill?"

talking.

Chen Cheng also stood up and nodded to Brother Chen Kai.

Anyway.

Brother Chen Kai is the senior brother of Chen Cheng for several dozen generations.

Brother Chen Kai, on the other hand, was more open-minded and said, "I am here today to audition as an ordinary actor. As for the role, you decide. Even if it's just a minor role with only a mask and no lines, it's fine."

Needless to say.

Brother Chen Kai and Ge You came here just for formality.

It wasn't an audition at all.

Because before that, both of them were on the list drawn up by Han Sanping and Huang Jianxin.

The reason why the two were asked to audition was to set an example for everyone in the circle to see.

"Director Kai, that's it for today's audition. We'll contact you later."

After Brother Chen Kai.

The next one is Teacher Zhang Guoli.

Like the previous two, as a heavyweight actor, he is here today just to join in the fun.

In fact, it has been decided.

So the audition that day didn't take too much time.

The three actors finished their auditions and the auditions for the day were over.

……

But although this side ends.

But on that day, Chen Kai, Zhang Guoli, and Ge You auditioned.

But it caused a sensation in the circle.

"Everyone, it seems like there's a heavyweight movie being filmed."

"I found out. The media reported it today. It said that Ge You, Chen Kaige, and Zhang Guoli all went for the audition. And this is only the first batch."

"What a heavyweight movie, so awesome."

"Let me tell you, it's just four words. I can't say more than that."

"My darling."

This situation spread throughout the circle at lightning speed.

"Well, why don't we sign up?"

"Is that the movie?"

"Correct."

"I heard there aren't many chips."

"The film funding is secondary, it's mainly a question of attitude."

"That's true. But... I just took on a play, so there might be a conflict."

"You should think about it carefully. You can take other films, but if you miss the opportunity for this film, it will be difficult to come across it again."

"Ah."

Some stars and actors have already stepped forward to sign up.

the next day.

Same as the first day.

There were reports of several heavyweight actors coming for auditions.

There are three actors who auditioned this time.

They are Li Min, Liu Dehua and Chen Daomin.

Two heavenly kings.

The ceiling of the domestic acting industry.

"What is this movie?"

"What production is this?"

"Stop talking and sign up now."

Some people are still hesitant.

Some of you may not fully understand the significance of this film.

Although some people vaguely know that this might be a film that the higher-ups will promote again.

But they also felt.

There are films like this one that are recommended by the top every year, so they may not be so enthusiastic.

But the third day.

But there was another breaking news.

The three actors who auditioned this time were Jackie Chan, Jet Li, and Feng Mercury.

What level of existence are the first two?

This is the ceiling on the ceiling.

Although the other one is just a sketch and crosstalk actor, there are not many people in the circle who can surpass this big guy.

Until then.

A group of actors in the circle finally woke up.

"Everyone, please sign up quickly. If you sign up late, you will miss out."

“Haha, I’ve already signed up.”

"Damn it, why didn't you call me?"

"Didn't I call you? Why are you so hesitant? Now you know what the concept of this movie is?"

"I was wrong. I'll go right away."

For an instant.

The number of actors who signed up to perform reached thousands.

This still includes some who have not signed up.

However, some actors did not sign up, not because they did not want to come.

The main reason is that some actors feel that they are not big enough and it is pointless to apply.

See it.

Even Jackie Chan and Jet Li went there.

It is said that the role is just average.

Like Jackie Chan.

It seemed like he was just playing a reporter and only had a few words.

Some actors also began to regret it.

"Alas, I should have signed up earlier. The requirements of this crew weren't so strict at the beginning."

"Yeah, it seemed like even second- and third-tier actors could apply at that time."

"It's good now, we can go directly to the first and second lines."

"You didn't seize the opportunity, who can you blame now?"

"How could we know that this drama would be so important? Um, is there any connection?"

"Connections? That's ridiculous... For such a major drama, you still want to find connections? No way."

"You can't say that. It doesn't matter when in our circle. It just depends on whether you can find the right person."

"You know Mr. Han San and President Huang, just pretend I didn't say anything."

"Of course I don't know the two bosses, but I know Chen Cheng."

"Chen Cheng?"

"Correct."

"That's Director Chen, the one whose movie was recently taken down."

"Yes."

"What a pity, otherwise he would explode."

"He has already become famous. He is also the audition director. As far as I know, when Mr. Han San and President Huang were not around in the later period, he was the main person in charge."

"Oh my god... what a talent, brother, can you introduce me to someone?"

"Let's talk about it later. I'll go check it out first."

News spreads quickly in the circle.

The news that Chen Cheng was the audition director spread quickly.

……

The first person to call Chen Cheng was Zhen Zaidan.

During the phone call, Zhen Zaidan just said: "Brother Cheng, I am Xiao Zhen."

If it weren’t for the caller ID, Chen Cheng would have to think for a while, who is Xiao Zhen?

Ok.

Xiao Zhen is Zhen Zaidan.

"Zai Dan, what's going on?"

"Brother Chen, I heard you were auditioning?"

"Uh... yes."

"Well, can I play a role? Any role is fine."

"This..." "Brother Cheng, please help me. Although my box office is not that high, I am still quite popular. And I have played in Fist of Fury before, so it is more in line with the theme of our film."

"Okay, I'll help you register. But I can't guarantee that you'll get the audition."

"Thank you, Brother Cheng. Your words are enough."

After Zhen Zaidan.

Yet another actor called.

The actor's name is Hu Chen.

Previously, in The Siege of the City in October, Hu Chen played Yan Xiaoguo.

"Director Chen, I'm Hu Chen."

"Brother Tie, I know. I have saved your number."

"Thank you so much, Director Chen. Um... can I sign up to act in your film?"

"Sure, welcome."

"No, Director Chen, I mean, can I play a role?"

"This... it's not my fault. So, why didn't you sign up before?"

"Blame me. Director Chen, I was wrong. I didn't realize it before. Also, I had accepted a film at the time, and I thought there might be a conflict, so I didn't sign up. Now I've thought it through. I won't be filming that film. I also want to act in the drama you auditioned for. By the way, I don't want any pay, Director Chen, please be flexible."

"Dianjun, what are you doing?"

Chen Cheng also sighed.

I didn't expect this drama to be so powerful.

He even said he didn't want any pay.

After thinking for a while, Chen Cheng said, "Okay, I'll talk to Director Han and Chairman Huang, and you can sign up first. As for letting everyone perform for free, that's not the case. But the price may be relatively low."

"It's okay. I'm willing to pay anything as long as I have a role."

of course.

Except this one.

Senior Sister Xu Qing from Beijing Film Academy also called.

I guess he found out by asking other people in the school.

Chen Cheng did not refuse.

Although these actors had not signed up before, their acting skills are still pretty good.

Although some of them’s acting skills are not that great, their status is still okay.

After comprehensive consideration, Chen Cheng agreed to let them come for the audition.

As for what Chen Cheng said before, he had to report to Huang Jianxin and Han Sanping.

This is just talk.

He's not the most important actor.

If he just wanted to play a role with only a few lines or just a one-shot appearance, Chen Cheng could make the decision.

The reason I say this is, first of all, humility.

Secondly.

He also didn't want to receive a lot of calls from people.

And besides these phone calls.

Chen Cheng also specially invited some actors.

For example, Teacher Wu Gang.

He is the Secretary Dakang in later generations.

no way.

Teacher Wu Gang is still mainly performing dramas now.

He wasn't that famous yet.

Teacher Wu Gang was not confident about this drama, so he did not sign up.

When Wu Gang received a call from Chen Cheng inviting him to audition, he couldn't believe it.

Finally, I excitedly accepted Chen Cheng's invitation and promised to come for the audition.

There is also teacher Wu Meimei.

This actress once played the youngest of the three Song sisters.

She is the most suitable person to play the role of the younger sister.

Also.

When Chen Cheng invited actors, his appearance was also taken into consideration.

There are some well-known characters in the play, and we can't just find anyone to play them.

Especially the important ones.

Not only must they be similar in spirit, but also in appearance.

and so.

Chen Cheng's requirements for these actors are even more stringent.

The final decision on several special actors was made after careful consideration and many discussions with Han Sanping and Huang Jianxin.

……

It's a brand new day of auditions again.

The crew was really busy, so we did as we had agreed before.

Han Sanping and Huang Jianxin flew all over the country looking for a suitable filming location.

The other one brought an art director and a group of producers to set up the location.

"Hello Director Chen, hello everyone, I am actor Chen Kun."

The first actor to come for audition today was Chen Kun.

Chen Cheng and Chen Kun worked together in Painted Skin.

Seeing that Chen Cheng was the person in charge of the auditions, Chen Kun was somewhat relieved.

"The role I want to audition for is Jiang Jianfeng, who is also Mr. Jiang's eldest son."

I heard that Chen Kun was going to play such an important role.

Chen Cheng asked, "Teacher Chen Kun, have you read the script?"

Chen Kun said: "Director Chen, I have read the script. In addition, I have also found a series of historical materials in the past few days. I have a clearer understanding of the role of Jiang Jianfeng. Of course, I know that this character is a very important historical figure in history. However, if it is performed in a dramatic way, I think it is not a bad idea. On the one hand, he is patriotic and wanted to use the Kong family as a target. But in the end, he was caught between family affairs and national affairs, and his anti-corruption trip in Shanghai completely failed."

"good."

Chen Cheng, Wang Xingdong and Chen Guoxin exchanged views.

Both of them are quite satisfied with Chen Kun as an actor.

Chen Cheng also nodded.

Chen Kun has a noble look, so he can play the role of Teacher Jiang's eldest son.

Then a more festive character came, Wang Baobao.

See Wang Baobao.

Chen Cheng couldn't help but laugh: "Teacher Wang, you came here, but I don't know what role to assign to you."

This is of course a joke.

Many people think that Wang Baobao can only play himself and has no acting skills.

In fact.

I don’t know how good Wang Baobao’s acting skills are.

Not only very strong.

Not long after Wang Baobao made his debut, he won the Best Actor award at two international film festivals.

From this point of view, he is a talented player.

Not just the talented type.

Wang Baobao also works very hard.

Later on, he switched careers and became a director, producing many popular works.

"Director Chen, from what you said, my looks and body are certainly not suitable for playing an important role. I signed up just thinking I could play a soldier."

"No other requests?"

"I have some requirements, but it would be best if I could show my face. Other things don't matter."

talking.

Wang Baobao gave his classic simple smile.

……

The last one of the day.

Feng Xiaogang.

In fact, Feng Xiaogang didn't intend to come for an audition.

He got the news about this film very early.

even.

He also heard that the film was looking for a chief director.

Although it's not certain who it is yet.

But Feng Xiaogang was extremely excited when he heard the news.

He knew that the probability of him being elected was very high.

As for the reason.

Among the top three directors in China.

Zhang Yi is busy preparing for the opening ceremony of the Olympics and definitely cannot spare the time.

Although Brother Chen Kai is okay, his two recent films are not that good.

Feng Xiaogang keenly noticed that there must be something wrong with Brother Chen Kai's condition.

Needless to say, Hong Kong and Taiwan will definitely not use it.

Actors can be from Hong Kong and Formosa.

But the chief director is definitely from mainland China.

Then.

In the end, only Feng Xiaogang was left.

Or we cannot say that Feng Xiaogang is the only one left.

There are also some among the fifth generation of domestic directors.

But some of these are teaching, some are not particularly active, and some are active but have not achieved much.

Then, it’s only him, Feng Xiaogang.

One is on the front line, the second is still very capable, and the third has the fame and experience to hold the fort.

Plus, he had just finished filming Assembly not long ago, which is also a mainstream movie.

pity.

After waiting for a long time, I still didn't get any call from Han Sanping or Huang Jianxin.

At last.

I really can't wait any longer.

he knows.

I guess there's no hope for me.

There were some disappointments though.

But Feng Xiaogang is also a man who can bend and stretch.

If you can't be a director, at least you can get a role. You have to make your thoughts clear.

(End of this chapter)