Didn't you say that we would lose money after filming?

This is the plot point in "Harry Potter," and it's also a hook—using the contrast between characters to grab the audience's attention; it's a common trick.

Despite being a Muggle, Hermione demonstrated that she knew more about Hogwarts than the two members of the pure-blood Potter and Weasley families.

Even though their fathers were prominent figures at the school, they knew less about it than a 'mudblood'.

This is the point of contention in the plot, and it also establishes Hermione's character, defining her academic prowess early on.

Professor McGonagall's actress, Jenny, led the way, bringing everyone to the Sorting Hat.

This worn-out hat actually has quite a history.

Xia Yuan specially hired a master tailor and used the best material, which is also the most in line with the characteristics of the Middle Ages, namely sheepskin, to customize it. It was made entirely by hand and then aged using specific techniques.

Ultimately, after working on several versions, Xia Yuan chose the version that is currently available.

Jenny stepped onto the stairs and turned around: "Everyone, please wait here."

"Now, before the ceremony begins, Professor Dumbledore would like to say a few words to everyone."

As Jenny delivered her lines, the performing arts master, with his aged body that had truly taken on a divine quality, stood up and said, "I have a few things to say about the start of the school year."

Especially for first-year students, please take note: Our school strictly prohibits any student from entering the Dark Forest without permission; it's a forbidden forest. Also, our caretaker, Mr. Filch, asked me to remind you…”

At that moment, another camera also captured an actor who was standing in the shot.

The actor's makeup was very strange. He wore a tattered and greasy robe, had a very gloomy appearance, and his eyes flashed with a cold light. His hair on his head was unusually sparse.

Beneath him crouched a lynx.

"The corridor on the right side of the third floor is also a forbidden area!"

Dumbledore said, "If you don't want to die a horrible death, don't go there, thank you."

Meanwhile, various cameras were capturing the expressions of the actors in different areas.

This is the difficulty in filming large-scale scenes. These scenes often involve too many people, making coordination very difficult during filming.

With so many cameras shooting simultaneously, it tests not only the director's skill but also the actors' ability to act together.

With so many people, if even one person performs poorly or doesn't match the requirements, all the previous efforts will be in vain.

Like now.

"Crack!"

Xia Yuan personally called a halt and stood up.

He frowned as he walked up to the three little ones.

Instantly, a looming shadow loomed over the three little ones, and combined with his Snape-like makeup, he exuded an extremely gloomy and villainous aura.

Apart from Jiajia, who calmly watched her father, the other two were too afraid to even breathe.

The problem this time lies with Dennis.

Xia Yuan began, "Dennis, if you're going to play Harry, you need to understand that at this point, Harry has just entered Hogwarts, and this might even be his first encounter with magic. He should have a strong sense of curiosity about this moment, and you should portray that feeling of looking around curiously. I know you've been on set for a while and have been looking at the sets, so these things are very familiar to you. But what I want to say is, during filming, don't treat the green screen as a thing; it's best to pretend it doesn't exist."

You need to try your best to imagine it as what a castle should look like, just like I explained to you before, green screen acting requires imagination.”

“Yes, Mr. Xia Yuan.” Dennis nodded, a hint of shame in his eyes.

Xia Yuan squatted down and gently patted Dennis's head, smiling: "Of course, don't put too much pressure on yourself. This is your first time filming a movie. It's normal to make mistakes during filming. Don't let it burden you. We just need to remember the problems and try to avoid them next time."

When filming this kind of movie, Xia Yuan never considered how fast the progress would be.

There will be NG (no good) moments, that's inevitable.

You can see this by looking at the filming of "Bright Sword".

"Bright Sword" also involved the filming of many large-scale scenes and used a large number of actors.

The time when Xia Yuan came up with the idea of ​​hiring college students as extras is still a stunt that many of his peers dare not replicate.

Because very few people in the industry dare to actually use completely untrained amateurs as actors, even extras; they prefer those who are just drifters in Hengdian.

That means Xia Yuan.

He still remembers how much of a headache it was during filming.

And now, these little things are just as troublesome as those college students.

The two groups are equal.

Afterwards, Xia Yuan explained the points that needed to be noted to the other actors who had made mistakes.

Only three little ones remained on the spot.

The little guy who played Ron said with lingering fear, "Thank goodness, that really scared me to death. Mr. Xia was so intimidating. I thought I was about to be killed by dark magic. Dennis, you must have been scared too. I saw your evasive eyes. Hey, Roujia, why aren't you scared at all?"

"Why should I be afraid?" Jiajia asked with a smile.

At this moment, Dennis spoke up, saying, "I've been with the crew for quite a while, so I can answer that for you, because Mr. Xia Yuan is Roujia's father."

"OMG! My God! Your dad is actually Mr. Xia Yuan?" The little guy playing Ron was dumbfounded, his eyes filled with shock.

“Yes.” Jiajia nodded.

Of course, a hint of pride also shone in her eyes.

“Your father is really amazing.” The little guy exclaimed, “My dad is also an actor, although he’s not very famous and he wasn’t selected. But he’s taught me a lot about film and acting since I was little.”

This is why he was able to pass the election.

Because this little guy really has a high talent for performing.

He watched Xia Yuan's back as he explained the scene to other actors and sighed, "Being a director is very tiring, especially when filming large-scale scenes like this. You need to monitor everything, which requires a lot of attention and experience, since one person has to keep an eye on so many people."

However, Mr. Xia Yuan was still performing; he accomplished all of this while performing. This means that Mr. Xia Yuan was actually fully committed to the filming the entire time, which is a terrifying ability. (End of Chapter)