Rebirth: I'm filming extra scenes on the set

Chapter 298 I play the Elf King in The Hobbit. ! ! !
It was a pleasure talking to Sylvester Stallone.

of course.

The specific plot will be further elaborated later.

But at Chen Cheng's suggestion, Stallone directly invited Chen Cheng to participate in the filming of The Expendables 2.

Chen Cheng did not refuse.

A few days later.

Chen Cheng created a character named Chen specifically for himself.

The plot is roughly the same as what Chen Cheng said.

But the details are richer.

Chen Cheng's first appearance was in the Death Squad reserve team. He was famous for his high IQ and eventually locked down his opponent's lair with his terrifying calculation ability.

The second time he appeared, Chen Cheng transformed into a hacker, stole a lot of data, and disguised himself as the villain's boss behind the scenes.

The third time he appeared, the villain assassinated Chen Cheng, and Chen Cheng shot and ended the villain's life.

The fourth time he appeared, the Expendables split up and the protagonist turned the tide.

In the fifth appearance, the protagonist took over the Suicide Squad and became the boss.

After the sixth appearance, there are no more Suicide Squads in the world.

According to Chen Cheng's settings.

The character Chen first appeared in The Expendables 2.

However, in The Expendables 2, he is not an important character, but he is eye-catching.

In The Expendables 3, Chen Cheng will become an important character in the film.

In The Expendables 4, Chen Cheng will become the core character of the show.

The Expendables 5. If there is an Expendables 5, Chen Cheng will replace Stallone and become the real protagonist.

of course.

This is just Chen Cheng's plan.

This plan conflicts with Stallone's ideas to a certain extent and may not succeed.

But the future is full of uncertainties, so who knows?

If Chen Cheng’s popularity could continue to grow, it would reach a terrifying level.

It is not impossible to replace Stallone.

Furthermore.

Stallone is old after all.

He can't always be the protagonist.

If you want the Expendables to go further, you can only change the protagonist at the end.

This is also in line with the original intention of establishing the Suicide Squad, and he will continue to add fresh blood.

of course.

This is something.

As for how far the character of Chen Cheng can go, it depends on his performance in The Expendables 2.

Everything is fine.

Because this new character is not the main character in The Expendables 2.

He was more behind the scenes.

Therefore, when playing this role, Chen Cheng did not need to cooperate too much with other team members.

More importantly, it’s Chen Cheng’s personal performance.

It only took Chen Cheng two days to finish filming the scenes for The Expendables 2.

As for the pay.

Chen Cheng did not ask for too much.

Although Stallone said that he would agree as long as the salary did not exceed his.

But this kind of thing is just for listening.

Chen Cheng worked as an actor in Hollywood, and the only role he played was Life of Pi.

He is not mainly an actor in the country.

most of the time.

Even if Chen Cheng would play a certain role, his acting pay would not be high.

Plus, in The Expendables 2, the character of Chen Cheng is currently just a cameo.

In the end, Chen Cheng asked for a salary of $200 million.

……

But in Hollywood.

Chen Cheng received invitations not only from Stallone.

Another very famous director, Peter, also invited Chen Cheng to audition.

The film for this audition is very tempting.

It's called The Hobbit.

Yes.

This Peter is Peter Jackson, one of the most famous directors in Hollywood.

Prior to this, he directed The Lord of the Rings trilogy.

After the trilogy is over.

Peter begins preparations for The Hobbit.

The Hobbit is the prequel to The Lord of the Rings.

Or.

The Hobbit + The Lord of the Rings is the complete plot of The Lord of the Rings.

It can be said.

The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings series.

It is Hollywood's most profitable, most fantastic... and most magnificent work.

Director Peter has become one of the world's top directors because of the success of The Lord of the Rings.

It was originally planned by Peter.

He didn't intend to invite Chen Cheng.

Although he knew who Chen Cheng was.

but.

As soon as Life of Pi, starring Chen Cheng, was released, he had a new idea.

"Chen Cheng, you've become very popular recently. I heard that many Hollywood directors have invited you to audition."

"I'm not doing my job properly."

"Hahaha, who told you to act so well in Life of Pi?"

“They are all characters that are not particularly important.”

"You can't say that. In Hollywood, even some roles that are not particularly important have huge room for development. Moreover, the impact is very great. It seems that Peter has also invited you."

"Yes."

"Hobbit?"

"Yes."

"sharp."

After Life of Pi ended.

Li An has nothing to do for the time being. He is still looking for a new film, so he remains in Hollywood.

Chen Cheng had a lot of auditions in Hollywood these days, so he didn't go back immediately.

"The Hobbit, this is the prequel to The Lord of the Rings, which character?"

"The elf prince."

"Legolas, the Elven Prince?"

"Yes."

"It seems that this role was previously played by Orlando, and he was also known as the most handsome elf prince in history. Could it be that Peter is going to change someone else to play the elf prince?"

"I do not know either."

Chen Cheng shook his head.

Then he added: "But I heard that Orlando's salary increased significantly after playing the role of Lord of the Rings."

"understood."

Li An laughed.

No matter where.

Actors’ pay is a big issue.

The pay is too high, which will also lead to many problems.

Under normal circumstances.

Generally, Peter still chooses actors who are mature and famous.

Such as Orlando who plays the elf prince.

In the prequel, he would also use Orlando.

This will not only increase fans' sense of involvement, but also increase box office sales.

But if the box office is too high, it is not impossible to change it.

However, both Chen Cheng and Li An believed.

Peter probably won't change.

As for why Chen Cheng was asked to audition for the role of the Elf Prince when there would be no change.

Obviously.

This puts pressure on Orlando.

If Orlando still insists on his original high salary, then I will really change people.

"Haha, Uncle An, what do you think? Should I go for the audition or not?"

"Of course I went. Maybe you really got the role."

"This is impossible."

"Who knows, what if you get it?"

"Hahaha, okay... I'll give it a try then."

After playing the role of Life of Pi, Chen Cheng also developed a passion for acting.

Although I won’t be an actor forever.

But playing some important roles and making an impact on the world is also a good approach.

……

The next day.

Chen Cheng went to the audition hotel for "The Hobbit".

I heard that Chen Cheng has arrived.

The Hobbit director Peter cordially invited Chen Cheng into the office.

"Hello, Chen. I'm Peter."

"Hello."

Although Chen Cheng was invited to audition.

But Chen Cheng is no ordinary actor in Hollywood.

Actor is just Chen Cheng's least obvious identity in Hollywood.

Chen Cheng is a screenwriter and producer in Hollywood.

Chen Cheng and Peter are still in the same industry.

Although Chen Cheng's battle record is not as good as Peter's for the time being.

But, this is not necessarily the case.

Chen Cheng is still very young.

At least Chen Cheng’s record is very good for now.

only.

It's just that he hasn't come across a phenomenal blockbuster yet.

So for Chen Cheng.

Peter was very enthusiastic.

It was so enthusiastic that it wasn't even an audition, and Peter didn't mention the audition at all.

Since Peter didn't say it, Chen Cheng naturally wouldn't mention it either.

He talked to Peter about movies.

We talked about directing.

Let’s talk about production.

Although the two people have different ideas.

However, after some communication, Peter still admired Chen Cheng's ideas on the film industry.

This also further confirmed his previous judgment of Chen Cheng.

"Chen, I'm sorry. I asked you to come here this time. I'm sure you know why. Before, Orlando..."

"It's okay. Orlando is more suitable for the role of the Elf Prince. After all, he is the one who made this role famous."

"I'm sorry again. I asked you to come here this time because I wanted to put some pressure on Orlando, and I also wanted to get to know you. I think we may have a chance to cooperate in the future."

"I feel so too."

Chen Cheng had guessed Peter's thoughts before he came.

Plus, Peter is also very honest.

Chen Cheng didn't mind.

It's just a small thing.

but.

Chen Cheng is here.

He won't leave so easily.

The Hobbit is a huge production.

If nothing unexpected happens.

There were probably 3 in the previous life.

The combined box office of the three films is about 3 billion US dollars.

Converted into RMB, that would be more than 200 billion RMB.

If The Lord of the Rings is included, the box office would be more than 500 billion RMB.

Such a horrific record.

It is also ranked first in the history of global box office movies.

If he can play a good role in a work like this, the influence may be no less than that of Life of Pi.

even.

Given the influence of the Lord of the Rings series, it may even surpass Life of Pi.

I thought about it.

Chen Cheng said, "Director Peter, do you have a suitable candidate for the role of the Elf King in The Hobbit?"

Peter laughed. "Chen, you are a genius. I value this role very much. I have even thought about it. If Orlando doesn't play our Hobbit, then I will give more roles to the Elf King. As for the actor who will play this role, I haven't decided yet. You know, the elves are all outstanding in appearance and have unparalleled temperament. Just like the Elf Prince before, as soon as he appeared, although his role was not particularly important, he became popular all over the world in an instant."

"understand."

Chen Cheng nodded: "What if I play the role of the Elf King?"

Chen Cheng said.

"Elf King?"

Peter was extremely surprised.

He didn't expect that.

Chen Cheng actually said that he would play the Elf King.

"List……"

Peter looked Chen Cheng up and down.

It’s better not to watch.

This look.

Peter, however, admired it very much.

He felt that Chen Cheng was just like the Elf King he mentioned, possessing an incomparable temperament.

This temperament even took shape for a moment, making Chen Cheng uniquely charming.

But then, Peter still shook his head: "Chen, although your appearance is outstanding, including your temperament and charm... I think it is very suitable. However, your age difference with the Elf King is quite large."

"Age is not a problem, Director Peter. You may not know that I am also very knowledgeable about makeup."

"Oh?"

Without waiting for Peter's response, Chen Cheng continued, "Director Peter, I'll put on some makeup first, and we'll see each other later."

"Ok."

Peter nodded.

Although he did not think that Chen Cheng was a good choice to play the Elf King.

but.

He was still willing to give this little face.

……

"Xiao Wu, what are you still doing? Get to work."

After leaving Peter's office, Chen Cheng called Xiao Wu over.

Chen Cheng specially called Xiao Wu to Hollywood these two days.

Xiao Wu was stunned and said, "Brother Cheng, did you get the role of the Elf King?"

"Not yet. It depends on your makeup skills."

"I can't stand it."

"Don't worry, just draw according to what I say."

"Ok."

Chen Cheng used to be a makeup artist.

Although I haven't done makeup for a long time, Chen Cheng's foundation is still there.

Not only is the foundation still there.

Chen Cheng's level has been constantly rising.

As for the reason.

That is Chen Cheng's artistic foundation.

The art attribute value displayed by the system has reached 89 points.

At the same time.

Chen Cheng's other attributes also grew steadily during this period.

Constitution: 86
Fine Arts: 89
Writing: 88
Acting: 90
Photo: 5
Director: 92
Perception: 5
Charisma: 7
All attributes have reached 80 or above.

There are two that scored above 90 points, one for acting and the other for directing.

Art is only 1 point away from 90 points.

It is worth mentioning that.

Insight and charm also increase rapidly.

Comprehension has reached 5 points.

The charm value reached 7 points.

This is also one of the reasons why Peter just thought Chen Cheng was very charismatic.

Taken together.

Such high attributes prove that Chen Cheng's ideas and vision have reached world-class levels.

Two hours later.

Xiao Wu stopped putting on makeup.

Chen Cheng looked at himself in the mirror and was very satisfied.

……

"Director Peter, let's talk more."

in the afternoon.

Chen Cheng came to Peter's office again.

Peter was still working at this time.

He just nodded and went back to his work.

Chen Cheng didn't disturb Peter.

he knows.

Most directors are very dedicated in their work.

Including himself.

Chen Cheng sat aside and said nothing.

I don’t know how long it took.

After Peter finished the work in his hands, he looked at Chen Cheng again.

It’s better not to look at it.

one look.

Peter was stunned.

"Am I dazzled?"

Peter wiped his eyes.

In Peter's sight.

Peter clearly saw a person in front of him wearing a crown woven from berries and red leaves.

He holds a scepter carved from oak.

What caught my eye were a pair of silver-gray-blue yet extremely calm eyes and thick eyebrows.

Just one look at it, from the inside out, it exudes holiness and nobility.

This kind of nobility even makes people have the urge to worship.

"Oh...Thranduil, the Elf King."

Unable to help himself, Peter said the name of the Elf King.

"Thranduil" is an elf of the "Sindar" tribe, the son of the woodland king "Oriphiel" and the father of the elven prince "Legolas".

If the elf prince is elegant and handsome.

Then.

The Elf King Thranduil before him is unrivaled in the world and extremely handsome.

(End of this chapter)