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Chapter 62 Audition, male lead confirmed

"But Director Zhou, my scenes here will take another half month to finish. I wonder if there will be any conflicts in schedule."

Liu Dehua then confirmed with Zhou Qing.

"There is no conflict. We are still in the preparation stage and the initial estimate is to start filming in mid-July."

Zhou Qing responded like this.

"That's good."

Liu Dehua was completely relieved.

The two sides chatted for a while before ending the call.

"You want Liu Dehua to act in this play?"

Ning Hao, who was sitting opposite Zhou Qing, couldn't help but look envious.

He has completed all the preparations for the incense offering, which will start tomorrow, so he came to Zhou Qing's place today to sit with him.

But unexpectedly, I found out that Zhou Qing was also going to start filming.

It is better to find a big name like Liu Dehua to cooperate with.

And what about him?
We searched for so long but couldn't find any actors, so in the end we could only carefully select a few non-professional actors.

I have to say that this gap is really too big.

“There is one role that really suits him.”

Zhou Qing nodded nonchalantly, as if he was talking about something insignificant.

“When can I work with such a big shot?”

Ning Hao sighed and looked forward to it.

"It's only a matter of time. By then, these big names will be begging you to act."

Zhou Qing said to Ning Hao with a smile.

"I don't dare to think about that. Now, I'd better concentrate on filming "Incense" and not think about these trivial things."

Ning Hao shook his head and sighed.

"Oh, there's something I need to tell you."

The two sides chatted for a while, and Ning Hao considered his words before speaking to Zhou Qing.

"The script of Incense has not passed the review, so if I make it, it won't be released to the public."

"If you want to withdraw your investment, I can understand that."

Ning Hao said with great pain.

He spent a lot of effort on "Incense", but unexpectedly it was rejected directly by the higher-ups.

But Ning Hao felt that "Incense" was already perfect and he had no desire or need to make any changes.

"Look at what you said. Don't worry, go ahead and shoot. I won't withdraw my investment."

“It’s a shame that it can’t be released publicly, but we can’t just focus on these when making a movie.”

"'Incense' is a good book, it would be a pity if it could not be published."

Zhou Qing waved his hand, giving Ning Hao some reassurance.

It's just 80,000 yuan, which is just a drop in the bucket for Zhou Qing now.

Ning Hao finally breathed a sigh of relief.

He became more and more grateful to Zhou Qing.

Director Zhou is really a good friend of mine. He supported me so much even though he knew the film couldn't be released.

Ning Hao left with tears of gratitude.

"Director Zhou, Liu Ye is here."

In the afternoon, assistant Xiao Liu knocked on Zhou Qing's office door to remind him.

Zhou Qing didn't waste any time and met Liu Ye in the audition room.

"Hello, Director Zhou."

"Hello Liu Ye."

After a brief greeting, the two sides officially began the audition.

"There's a scene where you and your father never get along, the kind that you never talk to each other for the rest of your lives."

"But when you collected your father's body, you discovered that he had always loved you deeply."

"The thing in his dead body's hand was something you gave him when you were a child."

"Give me an expression."

Zhou Qing plans to let Liu Ye try out a play.

"Director Zhou, let me get ready for a few minutes."

Liu Ye greeted Zhou Qing and began to build up his emotions.

After about three or four minutes, the other party began to perform in front of Zhou Qing.

I have to say that the actor’s acting skills are indeed amazing.

Although she didn't cry out loud, Zhou Qing could clearly feel the sadness on her face.

There is just one thing, the emotions are a little bit intense.

But this is not Liu Ye's problem, because Zhou Qing did not give a specific setting for the male protagonist. "You should be more restrained in your emotions."

Zhou Qing said to Liu Ye again.

Liu Ye didn't say anything, as if he didn't hear anything, but he quickly made adjustments according to Zhou Qing's request.

Sure enough, this time it was much more subtle.

Zhou Qing nodded with satisfaction. He was indeed an award-winning actor and his acting skills were indeed impeccable.

It is indeed rare to have such flexible acting skills at this age.

Beijing Film Academy produces stars, and the Central Academy of Drama produces actors. This is not just talk.

"Okay."

Zhou Qing interrupted Liu Ye.

Liu Ye over there began to adjust his mood quickly.

“Can you play the cello?”

Zhou Qing asked Liu Ye another question.

"I've never played the cello, but if filming requires it, I can receive training."

Liu Ye answered hurriedly, and it seemed that he still had a strong desire to survive.

There is no way. The director in front of me is really extraordinary. He is one of the three best directors in Europe.

The key point is that not only did it win an award, but the box office was also a hit. Liu Ye also sincerely hoped to seize this opportunity.

“How much do you know about the funeral industry?”

Zhou Qing asked again.

"It's limited to common sense, but if it's necessary for filming, I can learn more."

Liu Ye's attitude was still very serious.

“Is there a schedule after July?”

"Yes, I have no chance in the second half of the year."

Liu Ye replied.

Zhou Qing had a clear idea of ​​Liu Ye's situation.

Just as expected, there was no problem at all with the actor playing the leading role.

However, Zhou Qing did not make a decision immediately. He still planned to see the performance of another candidate.

If Qin Hao and Liu Ye perform similarly, then it will basically be Liu Ye.

After all, Liu Ye was more or less famous at that time, and his acting skills were up to standard.

Unlike Qin Hao, a pure amateur.

"Thank you for taking the time to audition."

"Director Zhou is too polite."

Liu Ye left politely.

"Director Zhou, Qin Hao is here."

After being busy in the office for a while, the assistant came to remind me that the second candidate, Qin Hao, was here.

Zhou Qing immediately interviewed Qin Hao.

Even the content of the interview is the same.

But it must be said that Qin Hao's acting skills surprised Zhou Qing.

Although he has not acted in any play since graduation, Qin Hao's acting is actually better than Liu Ye's.

This talent is truly terrifying.

No wonder her debut film, “Tianhong”, was shortlisted for the Cannes Film Festival.

He is worthy of being nominated for Cannes three times and is called the "uncrowned king of Cannes" by Wang Dashuai.

If Liu Ye's superb acting skills are technical, then Qin Hao's acting skills are natural.

His plasticity is much stronger than Liu Ye's.

Considering that "Departures" is intended to impact the top three European cinemas, the performance of the male lead is of paramount importance.

So after comprehensive consideration, Zhou Qing made a decision: Qin Hao would be the male lead.

"Qin Hao, the male lead is yours."

Zhou Qing told Qin Hao the result on the spot.

Qin Hao on the opposite side was a little confused.

Frankly speaking, he never expected this result.

You have to know that the director in front of you is an award-winning director in Berlin, and his films have been a hit at the box office both at home and abroad.

I am an amateur who has never acted in a play.

Even though the other party asked him to audition, Qin Hao didn't hold out any hope at all.

But who could have thought that it could actually be done!

(End of this chapter)