Chapter 106 The Casting Scene Is Like a Team Building for the Best Actor and Actress

Casting director Huang Peng had just finished his takeaway and threw away the lunch box. He wanted to have a thrilling electronic cricket fight.

He picked up his phone and saw that the screen showed: 99+ unread emails

He almost spit out the drink in his mouth.

What the hell?

I had a meal, but why are there so many emails in my work mailbox?

He clicked on it and saw that they were all audition applications sent by actor studios or companies.

Huang Peng was slightly stunned, and then he remembered that he seemed to have seen a news report before dinner that "Farewell My Concubine" entered the Venice Film Festival.

No wonder.

Huang Peng sighed, gave up the idea of ​​fighting crickets, and quickly called Chen Xiao.

"Director Chen, I'm sorry to bother you so late. I have something to report to you."

Huang Peng told him about the audition application.

On the other side of the phone, Chen Xiao thought for a moment, "You ask someone to sort it out in the same way as before, and send me the names of the characters and the films. You check and determine which ones will come in."

He left a copy to tell Huang Peng not to choose people randomly, and he did not completely delegate the power of casting.

Let Huang Peng check to reduce his workload.

"Okay, don't worry!" The other side answered with full fighting spirit, "By the way, Director Chen, I have always been curious about a question, can I ask it?"

"You say."

"Can foreigners understand "Farewell My Concubine"?"

"Not completely understand." Chen Xiao said bluntly, "Culture and history must be explained, but emotions and character relationships can resonate."

And its acting, pictures, and photography are all top-notch.

Even if there are language and cultural barriers, it does not affect its ability to cross borders and touch people's hearts.

What's more, there are not many good movies in the world now.

It's easy to capture the hearts of foreigners.

He remembered that in the world where literature and art were more developed in the past, the Peking Opera version of "Farewell My Concubine" also moved American audiences to tears.

Speaking of Peking Opera, the popularity of Peking Opera in this world is much lower, and the Peking Opera version rarely receives attention internationally.

This time, it is estimated that Peking Opera will set off a wave of international enthusiasm along with "Farewell My Concubine".

When Chen Xiao discussed foreign situations with the casting director, foreigners were also discussing him.

Hollywood, USA.

Near the central area, there is a spiral tower.

This is the headquarters of "City Entertainment", one of the top ten entertainment companies in Hollywood.

The morning sun shines through the French windows and sprinkles in the office of the director of the production department.

"Minister, Chen Xiao's second film has also been shortlisted for the Venice Film Festival. It seems that his strength is indeed not to be underestimated. I am afraid that our "Moonfall" will encounter a strong opponent." The secretary said quickly.

"Oh? He's only 24 years old, and he already has two masterpieces. He's really capable. But we're not afraid of him in "Moonfall". If we really meet him, we'll give it a try."

"Indeed, our special effects and music use top technology. He's good at real-life shooting. Of course, he's not our opponent in the field of science fiction. He can't go to shoot the universe, right?"

The minister took a sip of hot coffee and looked at the news on the screen that "Farewell My Concubine" entered the Venice Film Festival, with a slight smile on his face.

Chen Xiao, it's really fate.

A movie they made last year also entered the main competition unit.

It's called "Music Master".

The protagonist is a musician and a bisexual.

He has a wife and a homosexual. He combines music with his inner world to show his complex inner world.

The movie praises both classical music and love.

It seems that we don't have to wait until the next movie comes out, we have to give it a try in advance.

He glanced at the assistant and asked, "What is Farewell My Concubine about?"

"Minister, the content of Farewell My Concubine is very similar to our Music Master. I almost suspect that Chen Xiao copied our subject matter! He films whatever we film!"

The minister frowned.

Plagiarism?

No, if it was plagiarism, it would not be possible to enter the Venice Film Festival at the same time.

He looked at the assistant, "Tell me about the content of Farewell My Concubine."

"I watched it at three times the speed, and it is also a story about homosexuality. And the protagonist also has a wife, and his junior brother likes him. The plot is boring and confusing. I guess it was nominated for the film festival because of the shooting technique."

The minister touched his chin, "It is definitely not that simple to be nominated. It should be because you watched it at three times the speed and didn't understand it."

The assistant scratched his head awkwardly, "How about I find it and show it to you?"

"No, go to the film industry exhibition directly to watch it, and meet Chen Xiao by the way. If he is really a talent, we will dig him over with a lot of money."

Hollywood is the world's largest film industry center and is known as the "World Film Capital". For young directors, it is a dream stage.

As long as there is enough money and resources, he will definitely come!

However, the premise is that he must be a talent.

The minister smiled slightly and closed the news page.

…

Domestic and foreign public opinions continued, and the crew's preparations were still going smoothly.

Soon, the time came to March 5.

Early in the morning, the northernmost part of the film and television city was crowded with media.

They had heard from major companies that today was the day for the casting of "Interstellar".

So they came to wait early in the morning.

At nine o'clock in the morning, a nanny car drove into the film and television city and drove towards the set.

The reporters stared at the car door, and two seconds later they saw the Golden Rooster Award winner He Lun walking down.

Everyone screamed!

The start is a blockbuster!

The reporters rushed up with their long guns and short guns.

"Actor He! What role are you auditioning for today? Are you sure you can get it?"

"Teacher He, is there anyone else trying for a role with you?"

"Would you mind telling me about the movie?"

A young reporter who was left behind was trying to squeeze in, and suddenly saw another nanny car stop.

But no matter who it is, is it important to have an actor?

No matter what, squeeze in first!

Just then, the door of the car opened and a middle-aged man got out.

The young reporter was stunned.

vocal! Golden Horse Award's actor Wang!

It's a double yolk egg early in the morning!

He rushed over with the microphone, shouting as he ran: "Actor Wang, you haven't made a movie for three years. Are you here to audition today? What role are you auditioning for?"

With his shouting, other reporters also found actor Wang, and the peripheral reporters rushed over immediately.

"Actor Wang, you and Actor He are here together to audition for the same role?"

"Who do you think will win?"

But it wasn't over yet, another nanny car stopped.

...

Two hours later, there were almost no cars coming in or out.

The media slumped in the chairs nearby, rubbing their almost hoarse throats.

Everyone was in disbelief.

It was only two hours, and there were no less than 10 actors and actresses from the three Chinese awards - Golden Horse Awards, Golden Image Awards, and Golden Rooster Awards!

And the crew had two days of auditions, and it was estimated that more big guys would come next.

How could this be a casting scene?

It was simply a team building for the actors and actresses!