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Chapter 19 Script Reading and Character Analysis

"Tang Yan, the role of Huang Huan belongs to you. Don't let me down."

"Ah~

Didn't you decide on someone else?"

Tang Yan stood there in a daze, a look of disbelief on her face.

Just when I thought I had gotten rid of her, the two of them had reached some kind of deal in private, but I didn't expect that she was the final winner.

"Compared to Junior Sister Wang's appearance, you're more suitable for this role. To make up for her, I let you play a cameo role. How come you think that's the final decision?"

Looking at the cute Tang Yan, Tian Xiaole patiently explained and couldn't help but joked.

"I thought……"

Tang Yan blushed slightly, realizing she had misunderstood. She could only bow and express her gratitude.

"Thank you Director Tian for your trust. I will definitely play the role of Huang Huan well."

"Well, go sign the contract."

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Ever since the news of auditioning actors for "Maze" spread, Xu Zheng, Huang Bo and Luo Jin, who had worked with him on "Crazy Supermarket", all came to inquire about the news.

Tian Xiaole thought that since it was a group drama, it would require many actors, and since the three of them had good acting skills, he gave them supporting roles with more screen time.

The role of Da Zhuang was given to Xu Zheng, who, as Li Qin's bootlicker in the play, is also an important part that cannot be ignored.

Baihu casts Luo Jin as a gambler who suffers from a disease and eventually becomes a disappearing corpse.

Baihu's brother was left to Huang Bo.

As for other supporting roles with more screen time, actors were auditioned from the film studio over the next two days.

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The staff responsible for location scouting also found a place that met Tian Xiaole's shooting requirements.

On the last day of February, some of the main actors of the crew, including Tang Yan, Yan Ni, Huang Bo, Xu Zheng, Luo Jin and others, began to read the script in the conference room of Xiaole Pictures.

Of course, people like Lao Tian and Wang Jinsong don’t have many roles but their acting skills are guaranteed, so they don’t need to come.

Each of them held a complete script and a handwritten diagram of the storyboards, which, combined with the text, helped the actors better understand the overall context of the film.

Tian Xiaole has been a photographer for decades and has a good grasp of the scene and can depict the required color tones in great detail.

"Director Tian is amazing! This painting is so beautiful."

As a student of the 02 class of the Central Academy of Drama, Tang Yan participated in a talent show in 01 and won the national championship.

I started working as a part-time model and shot some magazines and photo albums.

This is her first film shoot, and she has been feeling elated since signing the contract.

Although she didn't know much about movies, just by looking at the storyboard script, she knew that this must be a very good film.

"Sister Tang Yan, Director Xiaole is amazing in many ways."

Yan Ni sat next to her and joked in a lifeless tone.

In the conference room, Xu Zheng, Huang Bo and others couldn't help laughing.

It's more interesting to see women making dirty jokes.

Tang Yan was not a little girl who knew nothing. She reacted quickly and blushed.

"Sister Ni, why are you acting like a hooligan?"

"Haha... What are you thinking, sister? I said Director Tian is really good at filming movies, don't get the wrong idea."

Yan Ni smiled triumphantly, teasing the girl with the sweet smile, and also wanted to know why she was chosen as the heroine.

On the other side, Tian Xiaole greeted Jiang Wu at the company gate.

"Uncle Wu, with your acting skills, you don't need to come to the script reading."

"How can that be? This is your first art film. I can't let you down."

Led by Tian Xiaole, the two walked towards the meeting room.

"Xiao Le, your company is developing very fast. There weren't so many people here last time."

Jiang Wu was quite emotional. Among the second generation of Beijingers, Tian Xiaole was the most promising one. At his age, he had founded his own film and television company.

Many of my peers, under the care of their parents, have gained experience in various film crews.

"The crew needs to go to the filming location a few days in advance, so the staff of various departments have been waiting for arrangements at the company these days."

Tian Xiaole placed great expectations on the filming of "Heart Labyrinth", not only did the crew go there in advance to set up the set.

All the main creative staff had to go to the countryside to experience life in advance to ensure that their skin was in the state that comes from being exposed to the sun all year round.
"Director Tian, ​​Teacher Jiang..."

Tian Xiaole and Jiang Wu walked into the conference room, and the group of people who were reading the script inside stood up and greeted them.

"Please sit down, and each of you should analyze the role you play."

Tian Xiaole sat in the main seat. Yang Tianzhen tactfully served him coffee. After taking a sip, she directly called out:

"Sister Ni, you came first. You got the script first."

"My understanding of Liqin's character is this..."

For an entire afternoon, everyone sat in the conference room, taking turns analyzing the psychological journey of the characters they played.

If there are any unclear points, Tian Xiaole will explain them patiently.

The biggest transformation of the male protagonist Xiao Weiguo is as a veteran who has won medals and is trying to cover up the crimes committed by his son.

The character is willing to go against his own life creed and suffer from inner torment, which is a real test of the actor's acting skills.

The second is the character of Liqin.

When she was young, she had a childhood sweetheart, but because her family did not agree, she married a rich cripple, but she was not happy.

Being often beaten and scolded by the drunk Chen Zili, the seeds of resentment had already been planted in his heart.

Huang Huan is a harmless person on the surface, but a white lotus with his own little calculations in his heart. For Tang Yan, it is not difficult to play the role of Huang Huan, she can just play herself.

When the meeting was about to end, Yan Ni's eyes were almost blinded by blinking, but Tian Xiaole ignored her.

The crew is about to head to the filming location, which will take more than a month. I must go home and spend the rest of the time with my grandma.

In other words, just talking can make her happy for a long time.

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"Grandma, this dish is light, please try it."

"Okay, grandma, try it."

Yu Lan showed a kind smile. The bowl was filled with dishes picked by Tian Xiaole, with a balanced combination of nutrients.

"Grandma, I'm going out to film this time, and it might take more than a month, so remember to eat well."

Tian Xiaole instructed patiently as if he was coaxing a child.

"Don't worry, grandma has a good appetite."

After dinner, in the study, Lao Tian walked in, wiping his hands that had just washed the dishes.

That’s right, he was contracted to do this job.

Ever since the huge success of "Supermarket", Tian Xiaole's hands have become the hands of directing actors, and Yu Lan is determined not to let him touch these rough jobs.

"Let's hold a launch ceremony this time. With the success of last time, let's make it grand."

Lao Tian blew out a puff of smoke and said suggestively.

I was a novice when I filmed [Supermarket], so it’s understandable that I didn’t do it without knowing the results.

Now he is already the strongest rising star and dark horse. If we don’t do it, it will be unacceptable.

"Forget it. This is just an art film. We'll talk about it after we get some results."

Tian Xiaole thought about it and decided that there was no need to waste time on this. There would be another premiere opportunity in the future.

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The next day, the reading session continued, and Tian Zhuangzhuang and Wang Jinsong also participated.

Before analyzing the script, Lao Tian also visited the company. It was not large, but it had everything it needed.

He had a relieved smile on his face and nodded frequently.

"With so many people relying on you for their livelihood, you must learn to be humble and stay true to your original aspirations."

Tian Zhuangzhuang was very satisfied and did not forget to give instructions.

"There's nothing that can make me proud, so don't worry." Tian Xiaole nodded in response.

With the participation of Tian Zhuangzhuang and Wang Jinsong, the atmosphere of the reading group became much more lively.

One is a veteran director who has directed many films and has read countless scripts.

The other one is an acting teacher who has a unique understanding of characters and psychological analysis.

Through the two people's analysis, everyone's understanding of the script and their control over the characters they played became more integrated.

(End of this chapter)