Chapter 15 Everything is ready Aunt Aike (Please recommend)
“So soon?”
At 5 o'clock in the afternoon, Yu Xiaoshu was about to get off work, but Sun Hei and Xia Qing stopped him. Yu Xiaoshu was a little surprised to hear what they said.
"Not so fast. The press conference for the new drama 'The Return of the Swordsman' has already started, and I believe they will definitely start filming soon. Now it's just a hype. If it's just 'The Return of the Swordsman', it would be fine. As far as I know, there are several web dramas with strong casts that will be launched soon."
Sun Hei explained to Yu Xiaoshu: "So we have to be quick."
Xia Qing said at the side: "Yes, besides, it's easy to find actors. Actors with good acting skills are currently in a window period. According to the characters in the script, the actors in our company are enough."
That's true.
Now it’s the world of traffic.
Although Yu Xiaoshu believes that traffic will eventually pass, at least based on the current situation, film and television dramas, variety shows, etc. still favor traffic artists.
The current living space for artists with good acting skills is very narrow, especially for those who are in the third-tier and beyond.
Just think about it, top-tier artists can move down to the first-tier, first-tier artists can move down to the second-tier, and second-tier artists can move down to the third-tier.
Then it would be very difficult for artists in the third tier and above to survive.
After receiving the list, Yu Xiaoshu took a quick look at the main cast.
Zhao Juemin.
Wei Guangjun.
Annie Liang.
Gan Hong.
Luan Bingran.
Lu Fumeng.
Xu Erpao.
…
There are two actors chosen for each role.
not bad.
Looking at these candidate actors, they are all relatively suitable in terms of appearance and conditions.
"Director Sun, I think they're all fine. You and Teacher Xia can just choose."
After reading it, Yu Xiaoshu looked up and said, "I have no objection."
Sun Hei shook his head and said, "Xiao Shu, we can't fail in this drama, and the first three episodes are crucial. This is related to whether the video website will renew the contract with us for the following episodes. My last web drama failed in the first three episodes."
"That's right, Xiaoshu, we are all in the same boat now. If you have any opinions, just say it. Lao Sun and I are not petty people."
Xia Qing was worried that Yu Xiaoshu was embarrassed to give advice, so she added another sentence.
Yu Xiaoshu laughed: "Director Sun, Teacher Xia, you misunderstood me. The core of I Am Yu Huanshui is Yu Huanshui. As long as this character stands out in the whole play, then there is nothing to worry about other characters. I have confidence in Lin Feiyang. As for the list of actors, as long as their acting skills are up to standard, then there will be no problem."
At this point, Yu Xiaoshu paused and said, "In my script, the actors are just tools."
This is so terrifying.
Or perhaps only a platinum screenwriter would dare to say this.
The acting is not good and the character is just a makeshift one.
What really determines a drama is the character setting, and this is the power of the screenwriter.
Yu Xiaoshu has seen real actors who can bring a work to a higher level by themselves.
But there are too few actors like that.
Most actors still rely on the script.
"Well, Xiaoshu, give Lin Feiyang a call and we'll meet in the evening at the Yipintang."
Sun Hei was not relieved after hearing what Yu Xiaoshu said. He needed to try out Lin Feiyang's play.
Yu Xiaoshu nodded: "Okay, no problem."
8pm, Yipintang Hotel, box 666.
"Fei Yang, let me introduce you. This is Director Sun Hei, and this is Producer Xia Qing."
Yu Xiaoshu introduced to Lin Feiyang.
"Director Sun, Teacher Xia, hello."
Lin Feiyang asked with a little respect.
"you…"
Sun Hei shook hands with Lin Feiyang, and then said in disbelief: "Your figure is seriously out of shape."
Xia Qing was also a little surprised.
Lin Feiyang said bitterly: "I'm sure you all know my situation. I've been banned for three years, so I'm useless."
In terms of appearance, Lin Feiyang and Yu Huanshui are indeed more suitable.
But I haven’t acted for three years.
"Fei Yang, since you are Xiao Shu's friend, I will get straight to the point."
Sun Hei said to Lin Feiyang, "I can't afford to ruin this drama. Not only me, but also Xia Qing, Xiao Shu, and even our CEO Wu. Therefore, we must be very careful about the cast. We didn't think of you originally, but Xiao Shu strongly recommended you, so we can give you a chance. However, if you are not qualified, we will definitely not use you."
Lin Feiyang nodded gently: "Director Sun, I understand."
"Okay, Xiaoshu said you've read the script, that's great, let's try the opening scene."
Sun Hei said, "Yu Huanshui was late for work because he bought milk for his son, and then he lied to Zhao Juemin. This scene has a lot of lines. Even if you have read the script, I will give you 20 minutes to memorize it again."
Yu Xiaoshu said at the side: "Then I will act as Zhao Juemin and play with Fei Yang."
Sun Hei nodded: "Okay."
Just like that, Lin Feiyang took out the script again.
20 minutes passed in the blink of an eye.
"It was like a crossroads. He came straight at me at a very high speed. You have to turn a corner to cushion the impact. He hit my leg. He was an old man riding a tricycle. The tricycle was covered with rags and cardboard. The ground was covered with rags and cardboard."
Lin Feiyang took a deep breath and got into the state. He faced Yu Xiaoshu and began to explain.
Lines are very important for actors.
A qualified actor does not need a voice actor.
But in today's film and television industry, basically 80% of actors need dubbing.
There is no other way. Asking young actors and actresses to speak long lines is more difficult than asking them to go to bed with investors.
Therefore, Lin Feiyang's performance made Sun Hei and Xia Qing nod secretly.
It seems that although Lin Feiyang has been idle for 3 years, his basic skills have not been lost.
Lin Feiyang gestured with his hands and said, "There were so many people at the scene, taking out their phones to take pictures, and I couldn't help but help pick up the trash. I endured the pain, it was really piercing pain. I thought my leg might be broken. After I finished picking up the trash, I came directly to work. I didn't dare to go to the hospital, so I don't think you can count me as being brave, but you really can't count me as being late this time."
Yu Xiaoshu came to Lin Feiyang, bent down and looked at his legs.
"That's it. The car is going really fast."
Lin Feiyang pointed at his leg and said.
"Well, don't stand anymore, sit down."
Yu Xiaoshu brought a chair from the restaurant for Lin Feiyang to sit on.
"Thank you, thank you. I always thought that this kind of bad luck would happen..."
Before Lin Feiyang sat down, Yu Xiaoshu had already moved his chair back a little.
Lin Feiyang, who had fallen to the ground, got up in a hurry and then helped the chair over: "What's going on? I always thought that such bad luck would happen to me."
Yu Xiaoshu said, "That's pretty neat."
…
This scene is about Yu Huanshui talking nonsense and trying to make up an excuse for being late that he was brave enough to save an old man, but Zhao Juemin, the supervisor, easily sees through it.
In "I Am Yu Huanshui", the role of Yu Huanshui requires long lines, and many of them have to burst out from repression.
If dubbing is used, the effect will be greatly reduced.
These were all explained by Yu Xiaoshu to Sun Hei, Xia Qing and even Wu Hai before.
Simply put, Lin Feiyang is the most suitable candidate.
Of course, there is a prerequisite here, that is, Lin Feiyang must still have his business ability.
God helps those who help themselves.
If Lin Feiyang's acting skills deteriorate to the level of a traffic artist, Yu Xiaoshu will definitely not help him anymore.
Fortunately, Lin Feiyang did not disappoint Yu Xiaoshu this time.
Clap, clap, clap.
Sun Hei and Xia Qing both clapped at the same time.
"Yes, very good."
Sun Hei clapped his hands and said, "You have grasped the essence of Yu Huanshui in such a short time. This person is addicted to lying and looks cowardly. At the same time, you also set some small details for him in the previous scene. Very good, I have no objection. Lao Xia, what about you?"
Xia Qing laughed: "Of course I have no objection."
Just like that, the cast for the drama "I Am Yu Huanshui" was finalized.
Of course, no one drank alcohol during the meal.
Lin Feiyang said: "Director Sun, Teacher Xia, thank you for giving me a chance. I will definitely not drink any alcohol during the filming."
Yu Xiaoshu smiled and said, "Director Sun, Teacher Xia, it won't be too late to drink after our play is successful."
Sun Hei and Xia Qing agreed with this.
If "I Am Yu Huanshui" is successful, then everything will be fine.
Said it failed.
Then there is nothing to talk about.
drink wine?
What the hell are you thinking?
The next day, Wu Hai's office.
"Boss Wu, the crew's preparations have been completed. We have rented two apartments in a residential area in the capital, and also rented a building for office use. Everything is ready."
Xia Qing said to Wu Hai.
“Where are the actors??”
Wu Hai frowned and looked at Sun Hei: "The actors in this play cannot make the slightest mistake."
"Don't worry, Mr. Wu, the actors are all artists from our company, and I'll be watching them the whole time."
Sun Hei laughed.
Wu Hai thought for a moment and said, "By the way, how is Lin Feiyang's performance? Although Yu Xiaoshu mentioned many advantages of using Lin Feiyang, he hasn't filmed a movie in three years, no, to be exact, four years. How is his acting?"
Sun Hei laughed and said, "Boss Wu, don't worry about Lin Feiyang's acting skills. Maybe because of his experience in the past four years, his acting skills have improved. The role of Yu Huanshui is tailor-made for him."
Wu Hai was stunned: "Is the acting okay?"
Sun Hei patted his chest and assured: "Don't worry, there will be absolutely no problem, and I am now fully confident in this play."
"That's good. I won't say any more. You two must make sure to film "I Am Yu Huanshui" well."
Wu Hai said to the two of them.
"No problem. With Yu Xiaoshu here, our confidence is ten times greater."
Sun Hei said with a chuckle.
Wu Hai was stunned: "What do you mean???"
"Not only is the three-episode script written by Yu Xiaoshu quite detailed, but he also talked about some filming methods during dinner last night. Although he is not a professional director, these filming techniques are quite important."
Sun Hei mentioned some of the conversations he had with Yu Xiaoshu last night.
Now he is full of confidence in "I Am Yu Huanshui".
In the next few days, the news about the filming of "I Am Yu Huanshui" was kept secret online. The current hot searches are still mainly about the popular drama "The Return of the Heroine" and news about Ding Xiaoman.
Of course, in addition to these, there are three web dramas, two of which are costume idol dramas and one is an urban drama. The casts of these three dramas are very strong.
It is just as Sun Hei said, everyone is scrambling for the market.
On November 10, the first day of Double Eleven, "I Am Yu Huanshui" officially started filming.
The opening ceremony was quite grand.
The more superstitious people are in the entertainment industry, the more so is Yuan Xing.
If a drama doesn't start well, it will definitely flop.
This is the consensus of the crew.
Superstition is everywhere in the entertainment industry, like some actors frequently change their names, and some actors are willing to have a caesarean section early just for the sake of their child's zodiac sign.
In short, this kind of superstition sometimes makes people speechless.
But the opening ceremony is essential.
The filming started at Yu Huanshui's company.
This place is temporarily rented.
When we were discussing the script yesterday, we decided to finish filming the scenes in Yu Huanshui’s company in the first three episodes.
The first scene is Zhao Juemin’s appearance.
Yu Xiaoshu is familiar with the actor who plays Zhao Juemin. His name is Xie Cong. He is 43 years old this year. He made his debut in 2005, and debuted as the second male lead. Later, he participated in many big dramas and even played the first male lead.
But now he is facing the situation of having no movies to shoot.
The entertainment industry is so cruel.
"Later, Lao Xie, you have to act flamboyant, basically following the path of pyramid selling."
"Xiao Li, you stand here, which is where I drew the circle."
"Other people must make bigger movements."
"Lighting technician, lighting technician, please remember to light up Old Xie later."
"Remember to record the sound on site, we are going to use the original sound."
…
As a director, Sun Hei is qualified. He started giving various instructions before the first scene was filmed.
A film crew is a world of its own.
No matter how big or small the crew is, photography, lighting, scenery, makeup, costumes, logistics, etc. must be available. In addition, the cooperation of the assistant director and executive director is also very important.
This crew was left over from Sun Hei's previous drama, and most of them were familiar to him, so it was fairly easy to get things running.
As the screenwriter, Yu Xiaoshu naturally followed the crew during the filming.
A qualified agent needs not only professional skills but also a strong vision, such as discovering excellent scripts for actors to choose from.
For this reason, Yu Xiaoshu is no stranger to scripts.
This is also the reason why he was able to write "I Am Yu Huanshui" so easily.
However, Yu Xiaoshu is both familiar and unfamiliar with the profession of director.
He is familiar with it because as an agent, he naturally has to watch his artists filming on the set and deal with some unexpected situations.
It felt strange because it was the first time for him to be present in person and even join the crew as a member.
Yu Xiaoshu keeps himself very low.
He was learning and observing with the attitude of a primary school student.
"Come here, a few people, mark out where everyone will stand in a while. What are you doing? Don't you know that many of them are newcomers? Do you expect the extras to understand the scenery if you don't mark their positions in the group play?"
Sun Hei would also get angry.
You have to know that some newcomers or extras don’t observe the camera, and sometimes they even walk out of the camera.
As long as you turn on the camera and start shooting, it’s all money.
If you yell "card", you're wasting money.
Another half an hour later, everything was ready.
"The third scene of "I Am Yu Huanshui", the first shot, the first take."
At this moment, the staff holding the storyboard clapped their hands suddenly.
Aunt Aike.
(End of this chapter)
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