Later generations’ Wang Zuxian played the role of Xiaoqian so gracefully and charmingly that it is an unsurpassed classic.
So Zhang Qiurui couldn't find a suitable candidate right away.
"Why don't we go to Shaw Brothers, ATV, TVB, or Golden Harvest to select actresses?" asked Zhang Yimou.
"Okay, go ahead! But for the role of Xiaoqian, I need a taller figure. I can't be too thin or too fat, just a little bit of flesh will do.
"The ideal age for the role is 16 or 17, with an oval, slightly long face, smooth contours, and a regular jawline." Zhang Qiurui and Zhang Yimou explained the specific requirements for playing Nie Xiaoqian.
"Qiurui, when I hear you say this, why do I feel like you are talking about yourself?" As Zhang Yimou listened to Zhang Qiurui talk about the requirements of the role of Nie Xiaoqian, the more he listened, the more he felt that Zhang Qiurui was portraying this role according to her own appearance.
He looked at Zhang Qiurui carefully and found that Zhang Qiurui's figure and face were indeed consistent with the Nie Xiaoqian she mentioned.
Zhang Yimou couldn't help but joke, with a hint of teasing in his eyes.
Zhang Qiurui was slightly startled when he heard this, but then he regained his composure and said with a smile, "I only made these requests based on the original novel's description and my understanding of the character. I'm not talking about myself at all."
"In that case, why don't you, Qiurui, play Nie Xiaoqian? This way I don't have to go to other film companies to look for someone." Zhang Yimou suggested.
"Forget it. I can't act." Zhang Qiuyu shook her head when she heard it.
"You can train actors now, so how can you not act?
How many directors have written, directed, and performed their own films? The role of Nie Xiaoqian you mentioned also suits your temperament and image. If you don't try, how will you know if you can do it? "Zhang Yimou continued to persuade.
It seems that they have made up their minds that Zhang Qiurui must play the role.
"You take a look at the others first. If they are not suitable, I will be the substitute." Zhang Qiurui was a little tempted.
As Zhang Yimou said, there are many directors who direct, write and act in their own films, and she also wants to try this new challenge.
In addition, Nie Xiaoqian is a classic role if she plays it well. As a director or an actor, it is a great honor to have several classic roles that are remembered by the world. If there is one, it will be the highlight of your career.
Zhang Qiurui's heart couldn't help but ripple. She imagined herself wearing ancient costume and transforming into the sad, sad, yet tenacious Nie Xiaoqian, performing a love that spanned life and death on the screen.
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