Huayu started from the Three Kingdoms period

After the party ended, Guo Fan and Bao Jingjing left first.

Yang Siwei put away the materials and said to Xu Ying, "Brother Xu, I'll start contacting the actors on the list in the next few days. I'll let you know as soon as there's any progress."

Xu Ying nodded, "Thank you for your hard work, Sister Yang."

Yang Siwei glanced at Jing Tian, ​​who was sitting quietly beside him, and smiled. "Then I'll be going now. You two can continue your conversation."

After Yang Siwei left, Jing Tian leaned closer to Xu Ying and whispered, "Senior brother, what do we do next?"

Xu Ying checked the time; it wasn't even evening yet. "Didn't we agree to help you hone your acting skills? Let's go back to your place first, and I'll explain the script to you."

Jing Tian immediately deflated, "Ah...we really have to practice?"

"Of course," Xu Ying ruffled her hair, "My Beautiful Boss is about to be released, so you need to be in top form. Besides, The Warring States starts filming next March, so the more you practice now, the less criticism you'll get later."

Leaving aside "The Warring States", Jing Tian's current drama "My Beautiful Boss" has also received terrible reviews.

It was from this drama that she gained another title: "resource-backed actress," a title that was further solidified by her later role in "The Warring States."

I wonder if it will damage her confidence.

Jing Tian muttered defiantly, "I won't get scolded..."

Despite saying that, she still obediently followed Xu Ying home.

After entering the room, Xu Ying asked Jing Tian to change into some comfortable clothes first, while he took out the script of "My Beautiful Boss" from the study, which Jing Tian had shown him earlier.

As for the script of "The Warring States", Xu Ying didn't want to look at it a second time after reading it.

It's terrible!

No wonder Han Han criticized it as the worst movie ever.

The story has been altered, including the stories of "Tian Ji's Horse Race" and "Besieging Wei to Rescue Zhao." Pang Juan referred to Sun Quan as "Bin" prematurely, and Tian Ji was portrayed as a spy for the State of Wei. There are many problems with this story.

When Jing Tian came out after changing into her home clothes, Xu Ying was already sitting on the sofa with the script spread out on the coffee table.

"Have the screenwriter revise these parts," Xu Ying said, listing all the issues he had just circled.

Jing Tian opened her mouth in surprise, "There are so many illogical things here!"

Xu Ying finally understood why she made so many bad movies; this girl probably only ever watched her own part of the film.

The overall plot was never within her consideration, but today is not the time to talk about "Warring States".

"Come on, you just finished filming this movie, so you're more familiar with it." He patted the spot next to him. "Let's start with a few of your key scenes from the movie. I want to see how you're doing."

Jing Tian sat down next to him, somewhat curious, "How do you practice?"

Xu Ying opened the script and pointed to a scene with a shift in emotions, "For example, here, the boss you play is angry in the conference room, but after turning around, he shows a vulnerable expression. Try this kind of transformation from tough on the outside to soft on the inside."

Jing Tian cleared her throat, read her lines aloud, and made a few facial expressions.

Xu Ying watched quietly, and only spoke after she finished performing. "You got the emotions right, but the rhythm was a bit flat. You could be more decisive when you get angry, and pause a little longer after turning around so that the audience can see the contradictions in your personality."

He stood up as he spoke, "I'll act it out for you."

Jing Tian stared wide-eyed at Xu Ying. He had only briefly read the script, yet he seemed very familiar with her character.

He straightened his back slightly, his eyes changed instantly, and he recited his lines in a sharp tone. Then, as he turned around, his shoulders slumped slightly, and a hint of fatigue appeared on his profile.

It's clearly the same person, but their demeanor has completely changed.

My senior's acting skills seem to have improved again.

Jing Tian was engrossed in watching, and only after Xu Ying finished acting did she whisper, "Senior brother... how do you know this character so well?"

Xu Ying smiled and said, "Because I've read the script. Besides, aren't you always like this? You seem energetic on the surface, but you're actually more sensitive than anyone else."

Jing Tian blushed: "I didn't..."

"But I read the script too, so why don't I get the same feeling as you?"

"Come on, try again."

The difference between methodology and experiential learning is...

The methodology is based on the Stanislavski system, emphasizing the use of systematic performance techniques and psychological skills to evoke emotions, with actors using these techniques to replicate the characters.

Method acting emphasizes that actors become the characters, requiring them to immerse themselves in the characters' situations and states of mind.

By personally experiencing the character's joys, sorrows, and emotions, the emotions during the performance are genuine and heartfelt.

Rather than relying on technical simulation, it depends more on the actor's empathy and genuine on-the-spot reactions.

Jing Tian isn't a method actor, and her acting skills are poor, so it would be strange if she could act well.

During the filming of this movie, she had a ton of takes.

Jing Tian is a poor student with many good resources, but unfortunately, she lacks the ability to succeed.

The two of them, one teaching and the other learning, didn't realize it until it got dark.

As dusk deepened outside the window, only a floor lamp was on in the living room, casting a warm yellow glow over them.

After finishing another scene, Jing Tian leaned on Xu Ying's shoulder, exhausted. "Senior brother, I'm hungry..."

Xu Ying glanced at the time. "What would you like to eat?"

"I want to eat your hot pot! But I've gained weight recently, I need to control it." Jing Tian said with a pitiful look, "How about we eat it just this one last time?"

Xu Ying affectionately patted her head. "Okay, wait."

Xu Ying got up and went to the kitchen, with Jing Tian following behind him to help.

Washing vegetables, boiling water, chopping scallions... simple actions reveal the warmth of daily life.

During the meal, Jing Tian suddenly said, "Senior brother, isn't helping me like this... interfering with your own affairs?"

"No, not at all." Xu Ying picked up a piece of food for her. "My main focus now is preparing for the movie, which doesn't conflict with guiding you. Besides, helping you is helping myself. If you act well, our movie will be more successful."

Hehe~

Jing Tian felt a warmth in her heart, lowered her head to eat, and a smile quietly crept onto her lips.

After dinner, the two snuggled on the sofa to watch a movie. Xu Ying specially chose a romantic film with delicate acting, and analyzed the actors' micro-expressions and the rhythm of their lines for Jing Tian as they watched.

Halfway through the film, as if struck by a sudden thought, Jing Tian leaned closer to Xu Ying, her eyes sparkling, "Senior brother, there's still one part I don't know how to act..."

"where?"

"It's just..." her voice trailed off, "How should a girl act when she's falling in love to make it seem natural?"

Xu Ying was taken aback for a moment, then realized what he meant and chuckled, "Do I need to act? The way you look at me all the time is real enough."

Jing Tian's face flushed instantly, and she grabbed a cushion and lightly threw it at him. "You're making fun of me!"

Xu Ying smiled and caught the cushion, pulling her into his arms. "I'm not making fun of you, but since you asked... I'll teach you a more 'natural' way of acting."

"How do I teach him...?"

Before he could finish speaking, Xu Ying lowered his head and kissed her.

The kiss was gentle and lingering, with a hint of deliberate guidance.

Jing Tian was initially a little shy, but gradually became immersed in the moment, wrapping her arms around his neck.

After a long while, Xu Ying stepped back slightly, his breathing becoming rapid. Looking at Jing Tian, ​​whose eyes were glazed over, he felt his mouth go dry.

"Did you learn it?"

Jing Tian's eyes reddened, and her voice was soft, "...I think I've learned a little bit."

"But... are you teaching me acting, senior?"

"Of course," Xu Ying said seriously, "experiential learning requires hands-on experience to truly understand."

"Well... senior brother, I'd like to consolidate my skills a bit more..."

"Okay, but this time it will be a bit more in-depth," Xu Ying said seriously. "Junior sister, get ready."

Jing Tian wanted to say something, but Xu Ying sealed her lips again.

At this moment, a sly glint appeared in her eyes. Honing her acting skills was nothing compared to honing her senior brother's skills!

But she quickly regretted it. Even though Xu Ying hadn't put in much effort, she still felt weak and limp.

In addition to speaking in dialects, she also unlocked a map-drawing skill...

Hmm? My senior said that what I drew looks like a map of Shaanxi?

Oh no, I'm doomed...