I was just thinking about taking the arts exam and you said I've been playing supporting roles

Chapter 99 Oh my god, the person I’m auditioning for is actually him?
In the evening, inside the hotel.

Chen Jin was talking on the phone with his mother Su Wanyu.

"Mom, don't worry!"

"Sister Pu will find me the best training institution in the entire capital!"

"Really? If you don't believe me, why don't you call her?"

Chen Jin had just told Su Wanyu about his audition for "The Founding of a Party".

At first, Su Wanyu didn't take this matter seriously.

It was not until Chen Jin specifically emphasized the political nature of this film and its future prospects.

Su Wanyu's expression began to change slightly.

As a teacher, she is more politically sensitive than ordinary people and is very aware of the importance of this kind of movie.

So, after weighing the pros and cons for a long time, I reluctantly accepted Chen Jin's suggestion.

While taking extra classes in the capital, I was also auditioning.

"Oh, by the way, don't tell my dad about this!"

Chen Jin gave a special reminder that he didn't want to be like he was a while ago, feeling socially dead because his own people were not around.

"That's for sure!"

Su Wanyu hummed: "You must take tutoring, understand?"

"I know, I know!"

"You only get one chance to take the college entrance examination in your life. Although this audition for this tribute film is a rare opportunity, you can't delay your studies..."

"..."

Chen Jin had already put her phone aside, and her mother started her classic mode again.

"Chen Jin?"

"Hey mom, I'm listening!"

Chen Jin put the phone to his ear again.

"Did you hear me?"

“Hear, hear!”

"The college entrance exam and this audition are both very important. Leave me the phone numbers of the training institution and the teacher. I need to ask them about your situation every day!"

Chen Jin: “…”

The Tao is as high as the devil!

My mother's move was indeed brilliant.

This teacher really doesn't work for nothing, his methods are really amazing.

But... Chen Jin is not without a solution.

"Good... good!"

"Mom, I won't talk to you anymore. I have to go to the wrap party!"

Chen Jin quickly hung up the phone and couldn't help but let out a long sigh.

At least I don't have to go back for training.

As for the phone number of that institution or teacher, haha, do you really think that being an actor is just a free job?
Playing the role of a teacher in a training institution is not a piece of cake, right?

Right, Xiao Zhu!
It's time to show off your acting skills!
It just so happened that Xu Xiaodan and Wang Jingsong also trained her for more than a month, and Chen Jin also gave her daily dialogue guidance.

"But one person is not enough!"

"You have to bring Hunzi along, she's more than qualified to be a teacher in an institution. If that doesn't work, give it to Di... Dilraba Dilmurat. This line is easy to be exposed!"

"Who else should I look for...are two enough?"

Chen Jin was planning it, just like filming a movie.

Knock…knock…

Zhu Yanmanzi's unique knock on the door was heard. Chen Jin hurriedly opened the door and was about to invite his girlfriend into the room when he saw Yan Ning standing next to her.

"Sister Pu called for dinner!"

"Okay, wait for me a moment!"

Chen Jin hurried back to her room to tidy up, then went downstairs with Zhu Yanmanzi and her daughter.

The wrap party was held at the International Hotel, but not at the restaurant on the first floor. For more than a month, the entire crew had been eating boxed lunches and the same old three dishes every night, and they were about to throw up.

So this time the crew specially invited a chef, rented a venue in the hotel, and set up a banquet.

"Teacher Xi, Teacher Li!"

Chen Jin greeted several senior actors including Xi Meijuan and Li Xuejian. Zhang Yimou specially invited them to come for the final shoot.

Mainly because they had reshoots a few days ago, so they stayed here the whole time.

"Everyone, sit down!"

"What are you standing for!"

Zhang Yimou was greeting everyone. Having said that, there were more than a hundred people in the crew and the seats were still different.

Chen Jin, Zhu Yanmanzi, several photographers, Li Xuejian and others were in a group. Even the assistant directors could only sit at the table next to them.

Of course Chen Jin didn't dare to sit anywhere casually, it was all arranged by Zhang Yimou.

After Lao Zhang gave an opening speech, the wrap-up banquet officially began.

The entire crew has been busy for almost a month and a half, and the official wrap-up means that the burden is lifted from their shoulders, so the wrap-up party for each drama is basically very lively.

Those who want to toast toast, those who want to chat chat.

Chen Jin used his studies as an excuse to not drink.

Zhu Yanmanzi is a minor, so he is even less allowed to drink.

This saves a lot of trouble. Otherwise, everyone would come to raise a glass to Chen Jin one by one, and Chen Jin would have to toast as well. Drinking beverages would be a lot less troublesome.

"Xiao Chen, I heard you're going to audition for that tribute film?"

Chen Jin respectfully toasted Li Xuejian and suddenly asked.

"Correct!"

Chen Jin was drinking a beverage, but Teacher Li Xuejian couldn't drink alcohol either because he was seriously ill.

"Have you thought about which role you've auditioned for?"

Li Xuejian's voice is hoarse, but his pronunciation is clear.

Chen Jin shook her head: "No, my agent told me to give it a try. It depends on the director or producer. They will give me the role based on my image..."

Chen Jin was also guessing. Li Xuejian took a sip of his drink and nodded.

"Okay, I'll talk to the director for you then!"

"With your acting skills, there will be no problem getting a role!"

Li Xuejian was smiling there, and Chen Jin was a little puzzled. Is Teacher Li very familiar with the director of "The Founding of a Party"?
"Teacher Li, Teacher Xi, we asked you to come over for another take!"

"I'm so sorry, thank you for all the hard work!"

At this time, Pu Lun suddenly came over with a wine glass and toasted the teachers beside Chen Jin.

Chen Jin hurriedly made some space for her.

"Haha, it's my duty!"

Li Xuejian smiled leisurely, showing his signature smile. Pu Lun toasted everyone and took a stool and sat down next to Chen Jin.

As soon as she saw this, Chen Jin knew that she had something to say to Li Xuejian.

"Teacher Li, I heard that your role in that tribute film has been decided?"

Pu Lun came closer and spoke.

The actors nearby were of course also very smart. Although they were chatting, they all kept their ears perked up.

But it doesn't really matter if this kind of thing is revealed.

But Pu Lun's voice was not loud, so they couldn't hear it clearly.

Li Xuejian took a bite of a vegetable and said with a smile: "Yes, I was actually asking Xiao Chen just now. After you told me about this, I was actually quite concerned about it!"

"Thank you so much, I'll toast you another glass!"

"Teacher Li, I respect you too!"

There was no reason Chen Jin didn't know this. It was obvious that his agent was helping him negotiate business.

Obviously, Teacher Li should be able to help in this audition.

"You're welcome, you're welcome..."

Li Xuejian held his hand, and Pu Lun quickly leaned over and said, "Teacher Li, what role do you think Xiao Chen can play?"

“Actually, I was just thinking…”

"If it's an audition, the director will definitely have to watch Xiao Chen before deciding on a role for him!"

"But if that happens, we will be passive!"

Chen Jin understood what was said in one sentence.

Damn, there are so many tricks to an audition?

He thought that when he stood there, the director would take one look and say, "Wow, XXX is still alive, so he's the one to play XXX."

Obviously, Chen Jin was overthinking it.

In fact, there are such cases, but they are all lucky chances. The role has not been decided, but there is no suitable actor. Then the director takes a look and says, "Oh, you seem to be suitable, so let's cast you."

This is how the scraps are determined.

Although these figures are all famous in history, there will definitely be trade-offs when presenting so many characters in a 120-minute movie.

The film says that there is no protagonist and everyone is the protagonist in the long river of history, but this is obviously nonsense.

In a movie like this, everyone knows who the leading male role is.

"I heard that the male lead also recommended himself?"

As soon as Pu Lun said this, Chen Jin's mind completely followed her.

The whole world knows which role this leading male actor plays.

"Yes, Director Huang and Director Han are still discussing it. If nothing unexpected happens, it should be him. The main thing is that he really looks like him!"

"That's not right..."

Pu Lun whispered, "He's never acted before, who would think he looks like him? Gu Zhixin acted quite well in 'Young Schoolmates', and it was his first time too!"

"It's probably the preconceived impression. I think makeup and styling are also important, but the main thing is temperament!"

When Pu Lun said this, Li Xuejian laughed a little.

He glanced at Chen Jin and said calmly, "In fact, appearance is not the most important thing. Director Huang and his team chose the candidates mainly based on temperament and shape. They have to look like each other, not just appearance. What's the most important thing?"

"The timeline is a bit early, and the characters are not very old, so we have to use young actors!"

"So the old generation of special models must not be used anymore, we have to use all new people!"

The timeline of "The Founding of a Party" is from 1911 to 1921, ending at the time of its final establishment.

The main important characters, except Yuan Shikai, are actually teenagers.

The ones who appeared were all between 16 and 19 years old.

Then in 1921, most of them were young people.

"Xiao Liu's temperament is still very similar, and his acting is also very good. I have seen his performances and film sets!"

"He only has one problem, which is that he is too old, but that's not a big problem... He can still handle playing an 32-year-old at 18!"

Li Xuejian spoke in a matter-of-fact manner.

Pu Lun laughed and said, "Teacher Li, what do you think of our little Chen?"

Chen Jin: “…”

Good guy, Chen Jin exclaimed in his heart, good guy.

Sister Pu, you are so brave!

He finally understood.

Pu Lun went through so much trouble just to apply for this for himself?

Chen Jin actually never dared to think that she could play that role even in her dreams...

It is true that the bolder the person, the more productive the land. One’s own agent is much bigger than one’s own goal!
Chen Jin almost knelt down after hearing this.

"Hanging!"

Li Xuejian looked at Chen Jin with a smile, and watched carefully: "It's very difficult, I can play other roles, but this one... is too young!"

"It's harder to be 18 and play 28 than 32 and play 18, life experience, acting and so on!"

"It's mainly about temperament. He has to look like the character. I think Xiao Chen is one of the best young actors, so it shouldn't be a problem for him to get a role!"

"Teacher Li, tell me. There's nothing wrong with giving it a try. If you can't succeed, you can choose someone else. What do you think?"

Pu Lun has already used the soft technique.

This wishful thinking is the first of its kind from Zhang Yimou Studio.

Of course, as an agent, I will definitely strive for the best one within my ability.

Even if I can't win, I'd still give it a try with the 0.1% chance.

Anyway, you won’t suffer any loss.

You can get another one as a guarantee, so why not just lean forward?

What if, what if there is a chance?
If she really gets it, she, Pu Lun, will definitely become famous in the circle instantly.

To get a role, one has to compete with financial ability and connections.

This is Pu Lun’s first time as an agent, so of course he has ambitions. Besides, his own little Chen Jin is not bad.

Lao Mouzi praises him every day, how could Pu Lun not take it seriously?
"it is good!"

Li Xuejian only said one word, his expression still full of smiles: "I'll talk to Director Huang and the others when the time comes. Has the audition time been set?"

"Not yet, in batches, several batches!"

"I heard from people in the circle that thousands of people are scrambling to get the test, and no one knows when it will be their turn..."

"hehe!"

Li Xuejian smiled and said, "That's right. I was lucky. When the film was just decided, several roles were already confirmed!"

Among them is Yang Changji, played by Mr. Li Xuejian!

The father-in-law of the male lead!

(End of this chapter)