Chapter 208 Assessment
After Gu Yanqiu's performance ended, contestants from other groups also came on stage one after another, but everyone's attention was still on Gu Yanqiu.
How could an amateur like him act so well? His opponent is an Asian film queen, so it is not easy to match him.
In addition to Gu Yanqiu's outstanding appearance, the directors and screenwriters in the guest area are now considering which dramas they can invite him to.
Chen Duo listened and found that they were all male protagonists.
With Gu Yanqiu's fan base and status, it's impossible for him to be a supporting role to anyone else.
If the market was booming in the past few years, as soon as he became a little famous, he would be approached for dramas in which he would play the leading male role.
However, the consumer market has been sluggish in recent years, and many popular actors are facing the situation of having no films to shoot.
The number of dramas that have started filming has suddenly decreased, and there are even fewer opportunities for popular young actors.
If Gu Yanqiu had not participated in this program, she would have pursued her own careers in the acting and music circles.
Gu Yanqiu continued to work hard at concerts and music festivals. He wasn't approached by anyone for the leading male role in acting.
But his breakthrough this time has made people see his potential. Not to mention his appeal, his face alone is worth investing in a big production.
When Chen Duo heard everyone praising Gu Yanqiu's acting skills, she felt very proud.
Song Han said: "My next movie 'Battle of the Mekong River' is about to be filmed. I would also like to ask him to try it out. I want him to play the role of a righteous policeman in it."
Song Han said with emotion: "When we were filming Flowers in the Mist, he was the one who took the initiative to show his support. At that time, I told him that as long as he wanted to film it, I would prepare a script for him."
Chen Duo looked at him: "Really?"
Song Han nodded. He had been working on this project for a month, ever since the previous film, Operation Flame, became a hit.
It was indeed a rare and good script. He hadn't told anyone about this yet.
Chen Duo finally understood why Song Han could become a famous director. Many people overlooked his sincerity beneath his slickness.
He originally wanted to make a movie for Gu Yanqiu because he was impressed by his influence, and he also wanted to bring in Chen Duo, a wealthy fan club member, to invest.
But now he has a box office of 2 billion, no shortage of well-known actors and investments, and he still remembers his original promise, which even moved Chen Duo.
Their voices were very low, but the people present were secretly paying attention to Chen Duo. When they saw the two of them getting together, they quietly fell silent and pricked up their ears to listen.
Finally I heard the news.
The industry insiders remained calm, but were inwardly shocked. This pie had actually fallen into Director Song Han's hands.
After Song Han's last film became a hit, many people requested his films. They knew he had a great grasp of pacing. Combined with his ability to balance story and excitement, it's no wonder the box office was so high.
If Gu Yanqiu could cooperate with him, one could imagine how bright the future would be.
The other directors originally just wanted to work with Gu Yanqiu, but now they want to sign her as soon as the show is over.
Otherwise, if his movie becomes popular in the future and he becomes successful in both stage acting and acting, it will be difficult to get him signed again.
The audience watched the live broadcast from multiple angles. Every time they saw Chen Duo talking to Director Song Han, they became extremely anxious: "What are you talking about again? Sister Duo, I'm your fan, is there anything you can't let me hear?"
"Could it be that Sister Duo is negotiating resources with him again?"
"It's outrageous to hear this, but it also makes sense!"
"Ahhh, Sister Duo, whenever you guys talk, everyone in the front row is eavesdropping."
"I noticed that, too."
"Who would have thought that the stage didn't even attract me, so I went to see the guest seats."
Soon everyone finished their performance.
Entering the most exciting part, topics are drawn on the spot and impromptu performances are performed.
Gu Yanqiu's fans were suddenly worried. They could rehearse and polish a segment before, but now they had to improvise in the shortest possible time.
This is something that even students majoring in acting may not be able to do.
“I feel like I’m being dominated by this fear.”
Everyone at the scene was nervous.
The host, Daye, announced the rules: "Contestants will be given 20 minutes to prepare. During this time, they can consult with the instructor."
The difficulty dropped a lot at once.
The next step is the draw and ranking. Those ranked higher are at a disadvantage because the judges haven't seen the other contestants' performances yet and will be more conservative in their scoring.
In addition, the person who starts the game has the shortest preparation time.
First, the order was drawn. Gu Yanqiu was the third to go on stage, which was a good luck. Next, we'll see what the proposition is.
Gu Yanqiu put his hand in the lottery bucket, opened it and showed it to everyone: Ex-superstar.
Everyone was a little surprised to see what Gu Yanqiu had drawn. This setting was a bit complicated for him because he was currently very popular. When people act out downfall when they are full of ambition and success, the downfall they present is inevitably shallow!
During these twenty minutes, Daye will intersperse some interviews with mentors or guests.
In particular, regarding a topic that many people on the Internet are interested in, the host asked Xiang Xiadan: "What do you think of Gu Yanqiu's talent as your partner?"
Xia Dan said: "He has a strong understanding. He is a good actor who was delayed by the stage."
Mentor Xiao Fen said: "He is not stage-frightened at all. For a newcomer, he has emotions, moments of explosiveness, and mental support. It's rare." As a senior actor, she has met more artists.
Putting aside the matter of his donation, Xiao Fen also felt that Gu Yanqiu's performance as a complete newcomer was amazing.
Liang Yubai next to him smiled and said, "I'm looking forward to his impromptu performance." Before, someone helped to arrange and direct the program, but this time he designed it all by himself and performed it all.
Drama master Zhong Tao also said: "If you want to be a performer, you really need some talent."
"Oh. Then what do you think is the most important talent?"
"Sensitivity." said Mr. Zhong Tao.
As soon as he finished speaking, Teacher Xiao Fen's eyes lit up, as if she agreed with him very much.
A few people chatted casually, then handed the microphone back to the observation area. Twenty minutes passed in a flash.
Soon all the actors were in the backstage and went on stage in the order they had drawn lots.
The performers on this stage were elites from all walks of life, each incorporating their own unique expertise into this impromptu performance. The first actor, a stage actor, created a dramatic scene on stage, performing a well-known excerpt, which immediately drew a standing ovation.
The contestants at the back who hadn't performed well were a little nervous at this moment.
The second contestant's performance was mediocre. He performed alone and even laughed midway through. Teacher Xiao Fen scolded him.
Gu Yanqiu was about to take the stage. The pressure on everyone suddenly increased!
I'm afraid he'll be influenced by the second contestant. It's not just him.
When all the contestants in the audience saw the second contestant's mistake, they showed solemn expressions on their faces.
Some people even slapped their faces to remind themselves to stay awake.
Gu Yanqiu’s theme is has-been superstar.
If there is no matching sound, a narration background sound will be arranged.
He arrived on stage, fully dressed and carrying a guitar. His red, sequined shirt, elaborate hair, and cool sunglasses made him look like he was about to take the stage. But his steps were hesitant.
Everyone could see that he was sitting on a chair and was about to take off the guitar on his back.
A voice in the background said, "Hey. This is our Lin Tianwang's lounge. How did you get in, security guard?"
Gu Yanqiu quickly took off his sunglasses and said, "It's me. This... used to be my lounge for twenty years!"
The background voice continued, "Oh, it's King Gu. It's a misunderstanding, a misunderstanding, but didn't your assistant tell you that the lounge is busy right now, and your lounge is in the same room as your dancers." He paused, "King Lin hasn't arrived yet. Why don't you stay a little longer and wait for him to arrive, then go over. It's okay."
A complicated and embarrassing look flashed across his face. He slowly sat down on the chair.
He looked around the room, his eyes seemed to be able to penetrate the room and look back to the past.
"I must be seen." He murmured with the vigor of a twenty-year-old.
"Thank you all for coming to see me. I will bring out my best work." This is 30-year-old Gu Yanqiu.
"Outdated..." There was tension and reluctance on the corners of his mouth, and his eyes were evasive: "At least someone liked me once. It was worth it." This is the 40-year-old Gu Yanqiu.
He used three different voices for his three lines, from boyish voice, young voice, to tired voice.
He wore the flashiest clothes, yet there was always a trembling of fragility, whether it was an averted look or a self-deprecating smile. This forced decency revealed a bitterness unknown to anyone.
He finally took out his guitar and plucked the strings twice. Snap... and one of the strings broke.
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