Huayu: As a child star, I just want to be famous

Chapter 381: Celebrities take turns to appear
Outside the audition venue, Benedict sat quietly.

The actors who auditioned in the surrounding area did all kinds of things.

Some were mumbling to themselves with their eyes closed, some were walking around impatiently, and some were pounding the walls and the ground for no apparent reason.

Benedict was not at all disturbed by the noisy atmosphere.

This was his first time getting in, the last two rounds of auditions for a big-budget movie.

It would be a lie to say I'm not nervous.

But as an actor with a lot of experience in Shakespeare's stage plays, he has a unique ability to regulate his emotions.

That is to review again the role setting that you are going to audition for.

Chu Xuan, a calm and resourceful character like a robot, is indifferent and calm, and is the representative of "wisdom".

I like fishing, stargazing, and have a preference for brightly colored things. I often...

The person who had the greatest influence on him was...

Past experience...

While recalling these contents, Benedict naturally thought of Chen, the original author of the characters.

Ever since "Sherlock Holmes", I always felt that Chen was the most suitable person to play Chu Xuan.

When Benedict summarizes the characteristics of characters, he can't help but think of Chen's Sherlock.

It feels familiar yet strange.

He shook his head, getting rid of the complicated thoughts in his mind.

I have only been able to play minor roles in many film and television dramas. This is the best opportunity and I must seize it.

I'm just waiting for an opportunity.

He believed that no one had prepared more for this audition than he had.

"Next up, Benedict Cumberbatch."

The staff's voice sounded.

Benedict stood up, straightened his back, raised his head slightly, adjusted his posture, made a confident expression, and walked into the audition room.

Chen Linfeng's expression froze.

Although we have seen celebrities such as "The Hulk", "Loki", "Professor X (Junior)" and "Batman" come to audition before.

But the coming of "Sherlock" from his previous life still made him a little nervous.

Chen Linfeng shook his hand subconsciously.

Then, he disguised himself by turning the page of the resume in his hand and lowered his head to look at it.

Sure enough, the photo on the resume corresponds to the real person.

"Chen, what's wrong?"

Bruckheimer saw that he looked a little unhappy, so he asked.

"Nothing." Chen Linfeng shook his head slightly.

You can't say that you're taking someone else's place, and you feel a little guilty when you see me.

After the interlude, Benedict, with his back to the wall, skillfully gave his personal introduction.

"Have you read the original version of Infinite World?"

"Seen."

"When do you think Chu Xuan developed feelings?" asked casting director Fendi.

“I think he has changed a bit since he was resurrected, just because his body can’t secrete certain hormones, he has some sense loss and won’t show it.

However, feelings are different from emotions. Chu Xuan himself probably doesn’t know when true emotions sprouted. Perhaps only the author knows.”

No, I don’t know. Most likely, the person in his previous life knows.

Chen Linfeng complained in his heart.

Benedict's response continued.

"When Chu Xuan's level broke through to the fourth level and he possessed the light of the soul, he regained his essence, changed his genes, and could express his emotions normally. This was clearly shown in the final decisive battle."

The above passage has actually pointed out several points that need to be achieved when playing the role of Chu Xuan.

When to express emotion through action, when to change facial expressions, and when to make obvious changes.

Fendi nodded, indicating that he approved of the other party's answer.

Then some other questions were asked.

The other party answered one by one.

It can be seen that Benedict really has a deep understanding of novels.

"Please perform a scene where Chu Xuan and his bodyguard experiment with the characteristics of ghosts."

The staff on the side handed over the corresponding script.

After 3 minutes of preparation time.

Everyone saw the auditionee's performance.

Without letting Benedict act any more, Fendi quickly told him to continue acting out the next scene, the one where Chu Xuan shed tears in the final battle.

The whole process is over and the contestant leaves the stage.

Pitt, Bruckheimer and others all looked at Chen at the same time.

Chen Linfeng spread his hands and said, "Why are you looking at me? Isn't this a good performance?"

Pete couldn't help but ask, "Don't you think he acted like a human being?"

Bruckheimer followed up, “Yes, very much so.”

The Russell brothers nodded together, "How can they be so similar?"

Chen Linfeng rolled his eyes. "That's boring. Great minds think alike. I think he acted well."

These people can see it clearly, I don’t know if it is imitation or for some other reason.

The performance of the actor Benedict is very similar to the way Chen Linfeng performed before.

Even their temperaments are similar.

In fact, it is definitely not right to compare the characters of two different dramas out of thin air.

But the strange thing is that Chen Linfeng had tried the role of Chu Xuan before.

You know, Chen didn't decide on the leading role just by saying a few words.

If you are really not suitable, it is impossible for others to let you take the role just because you want to act and have the qualifications.

After all, with such a huge investment, no one wants to lose money.

In fact, Chen Linfeng had auditioned Zheng Zha once alone in September and won everyone's approval, which is when the casting was finalized.

At that time, in order to shut him up, he also tried Chu Xuan. In fact, he didn't make any preparations and almost used the "Sherlock" acting style. As a result, he was recognized.

But he was firm in his belief and only wanted to play Zheng Zha.

No one else can change it, only he can.

But now, I met someone who performed very similarly to Chen during the audition.

How could it not be strange? They didn't think that Chen had any relationship with this person.

After all, they all knew that "Shenxia" had been promoted all over the world before.

It was just such a coincidence that they couldn't help but say a few words.

Only Chen Linfeng knows, it would be strange if it doesn’t look like that.

His performance of Sherlock was originally imitating the original work of his previous life, and now that he is playing the role himself, of course the flavor is the same.

Several people had a heated discussion about whether this person was qualified.

But how should I put it? This is the feeling the original author would have personally written about it.

You can't really say that you understand "Infinite World" better than Chen, right?

Therefore, most people present finally gave Benedict a thumbs-up on his performance.

Chen Linfeng thought about it and did the same, and also wrote in the comments at the end.

"This actor's image and temperament are suitable, and it is recommended that he be given special consideration."

Sherlock stole yours before, and now you have Chu Xuan, so you don’t owe each other anything.

In fact, Chen Linfeng had thought about finding a Chinese to play this role.

But as soon as he mentioned it, it was rejected by everyone.

The only two important roles are both played by Chinese. Just kidding, having Chen as the protagonist is a risky thing.

There is no way. After picking and choosing among the white people, only "Sherlock" and "Doctor Strange" in the previous life look like smart people.

The whole day was spent auditioning for "Chu Xuan".

Even in the third round, there were still forty or fifty actors.

Eventually four or five will be selected to enter the final round.

However, if there are no unexpected events later, the third round is often almost decided, and the final round is just a reconfirmation.

The next day was the audition for "Zhan Lan".

Chen Linfeng watched the whole thing anyway.

Scarlett Johansson and Emma Watson both auditioned.

In addition, there are "Cousin" Jennifer Lawrence, "Twilight Girl" Kristen Stewart and others.

After watching their performances, Chen Linfeng didn't think any of them was particularly outstanding.

The main thing is the character of Zhan Lan, who is almost just a vase.

Those who understand know that it’s just a vase in commercial films, as long as it’s acceptable.

Chen Linfeng ticked the boxes on the audition forms for Scarlett and Emma. The rest depended on off-site factors and who pushed harder for the role.

But to be honest, he didn't think much of Scarlett.

Emma hasn't gone astray yet, and she is indeed a little too strong at this stage.

A vase, and acting skills are not a consideration. Disney may have considered market factors and finally chose "Hermione".

But Chen Linfeng doesn't need to worry about these things.

On the third day, the person who auditioned was Zhang Jie.

It's basically confirmed that this role will be played by a black person.

After all, the elements of mentor, good person and sacrifice are all present.

In Hollywood blockbusters, almost all the actors who play similar roles are black.

Then, Chen Linfeng met famous black stars such as Will Smith and Denzel Washington.

In addition, Morpheus from "The Matrix" and the Cyclops Director in the future Avengers also came to join in the fun.

Even the black captain from "Resident Evil 1" is here.

Chen Linfeng covered his forehead with his hands at the time, feeling unable to bear the sight.

The mission world at the beginning of "Infinite World" is "Resident Evil 1".

You can't let two identical people meet.

Although the later stories involve the development of multiple worlds and parallel universes.

But many moviegoers don’t read the novel and don’t know this.

In order to avoid making the audience feel uncomfortable, it is better not to do this kind of operation in the beginning.

On the contrary, for the last two movies, after the settings are released, similar operations can be done as easter eggs.

Chen Linfeng crossed out Laurence Fishburne on the audition form.

Man, you're here too early.

Apart from the first time, Chen Linfeng estimated that Will Smith and Denzel Washington had little chance of being selected.

The pay for these two is a bit high, and as non-protagonist actors, it's sky-high.

The price/performance ratio is too low.

A lot of money also needs to be set aside for special effects and the set design of different mission worlds.

Chen Linfeng's DNA as a producer moved, and then he crossed out these two people.

A few days later, auditions for roles including Zhao Yingkong, Lingdian, Cheng Xiao, and Overlord were all declared over.

Liu Qianqian came to audition for the role of Zhao Yingkong, not only Chen Linfeng.

Bruckheimer, Pitt, the Russo brothers and several others all tacitly ticked her box.

Another vase role, it doesn't matter who you give it to.

Liu Qianqian has almost no rivals in her career as a vase that knows martial arts.

Especially in the setting of Zhao Yingkong, he comes from a family of martial arts, and he has a grudge with Zhao Zhuikong.

In this case, European and American actors are almost directly rejected.

There are no martial arts families in the West.

Therefore, this role is almost designed exclusively for an East Asian actress.

And back to the category of East Asian actresses.

Liu Qianqian can be said to be one of the actresses who best suits this role.

During the audition, thanks to Chen Linfeng’s advance tips and private help, his performance was outstanding.

Domestic stars such as Li Binbin, Fan Binbin, Zhang Ziyi, and even veteran stars like Michelle Yeoh.

As well as some foreign actors from South Korea and Japan, they all came to audition.

But at least they have shortcomings in some aspects.

Either they are not famous enough, or they are not of the right age, or their physical condition simply does not meet the standards.

It is indeed not more suitable than Sissi.

Therefore, this role was decided.

(End of this chapter)