Chapter 157 Growth
Director Hua Shaokang's audition venue was a small movie theater in town, with just a few tables set up.
When it was Leilei's turn, although he was a little nervous, he still read out a line loudly as required and imitated the actions of a little monkey, which made everyone present laugh.
Niu Niu showcased his skill with handicrafts by folding a small rabbit out of colored paper on the spot. His eyes were serious and focused, and Hua Shaokang nodded in approval as he watched.
When it was Yao Yao's turn, the little girl stood timidly in her rag doll, answering questions softly. In the end, her eyes reddened, and she tugged at Lu Mingyue's clothes, refusing to go forward.
Hua Shaokang squatted down and gently patted her head: "Don't be afraid, little girl. You are very cute, but you are still young. This main role may not be suitable for you."
After the audition, Hua Shaokang called Lu Mingyue and Zheng Qiuhua aside and said with a smile, "Leilei is lively and clever, and Niuniu is calm and meticulous. These two children are very suitable for our roles."
As for Yao Yao, I've reserved a small role for her. She doesn't need many lines; she just needs to appear on screen and interact with Lei Lei. Would you be interested?
The main reason is that these children are all good-looking; they are pleasing to the eye. There are other suitable children, but none are as striking as them.
Yao Yao was initially a little sad because she wasn't chosen, but when she heard that she also had a role, she immediately stopped crying and smiled, grabbing Lei Lei's hand and shouting, "Brother! I can act in a movie too!"
Looking at her daughter's smiling face, Lu Mingyue quickly nodded, "Thank you for giving my child this opportunity."
The neighbor who wasn't chosen smiled and said, "Your child is really promising. We'll let him try something else next time."
On the way back, Leilei held Yaoyao's hand and said earnestly, "Don't worry, little sister, I'll protect you when we're filming!"
Niu Niu nodded in agreement: "I'll help you too!"
The three children were extremely excited on their first morning on set.
Lei Lei wore a freshly washed blue shirt, while Yao Yao hugged her beloved doll and stayed close to Lu Mingyue.
The filming location was a village not far from the family compound. This film was shot on location, choosing a small fishing village on an island, and the main characters were the children of the fishing village.
Upon arriving at the film set, seeing the staff coming and going and the cameras set up, Yao Yao's excitement slowly turned into nervousness. She clutched Lu Mingyue's clothes tightly, unwilling to let go easily.
According to the filming schedule, the scenes between Leilei and Niuniu will be filmed first.
Although the two were a little reserved, they quickly got into character and successfully completed the filming following the director's instructions.
When it was Yao Yao's turn to act, she had to hold a doll and say to Lei Lei, "Brother, let's go play."
Standing in front of the camera, looking at the people around her, she opened her mouth several times, but couldn't say her lines, and her eyes slowly reddened.
Lu Mingyue was watching from the side and was about to go forward to comfort her when she saw Leilei quietly walk up to Yaoyao and whisper, "Don't be afraid, little sister. Just talk to me like you do at home. After you finish talking, we can go eat your favorite candied hawthorns."
Yao Yao looked up at her brother, then at the camera, took a deep breath, and finally whispered her line: "Brother, let's go play."
Although the voice was a little soft, the director still smiled and shouted "Cut!"
Yao Yao immediately ran off the camera and threw herself into Lu Mingyue's arms, saying with a sob in her voice, "Mom, I was so nervous just now, thanks to my brother for reminding me."
Leilei also came over, scratched his head and said with a smile, "I'm the older brother, it's my duty to help my younger sister."
Niu Niu also came over and handed his water bottle to Yao Yao: "Drink some water, and you won't be nervous."
The staff members watching the three children interact couldn't help but laugh.
Director Hua Shaokang walked over and handed Yao Yao a piece of fruit candy: "You did a great job, little one. You'll definitely be even braver next time."
Yao Yao took the candy, unwrapped it, and popped it into her mouth. The sweet taste made her smile instantly.
As the sun set, the day's filming came to an end.
Lu Mingyue led Yao Yao by the hand, and Huo Zheng also came to pick them up, helping Lei Lei and Niu Niu carry their things. The three children walked in the middle, excitedly discussing the fun things that happened during the filming.
This first experience on set was filled with tension and panic, but the tacit understanding between the siblings and the companionship of friends made it exceptionally warm and became the most unforgettable memory of the children's summer vacation.
The month of filming flew by. From being reserved in front of the camera at first, to being able to greet the staff naturally and deliver lines fluently, the children gradually shed their awkwardness on set.
Every morning, the children would go to the film set with the adults, and return home in the evening as the sun set. Their laughter became the most vibrant sound in the film crew.
On the day filming wrapped, director Hua Shaokang smiled and handed the three children commemorative badges: "You are the little heroes of our crew. Without you, this filming wouldn't have been so lively."
Lu Mingyue and Zheng Qiuhua looked at the children and couldn't help but smile.
The children were several shades darker, their skin a healthy red from the sun, but their eyes were bright, and they ran and jumped with more energy than before.
Even Lei Lei's trouser legs were noticeably shorter, and he had quietly grown quite a bit taller.
"Mom, I can now run two laps around the film set in one go!"
Lei Lei proudly showed off his little muscles, his dark face revealing his white teeth.
Yao Yao also held Lu Mingyue's hand, swaying her legs and saying, "I'm not afraid of the camera anymore, and I want to make a movie again next time!"
Looking at the children's tanned but still bright smiling faces, and then at Lu Mingyue beside him with a beaming smile, Huo Zheng felt a sense of peace in his heart.
During this holiday, the children not only experienced the novelty of making movies, but also grew taller and stronger without realizing it, and gained courage and friendship. This unforgettable experience is more precious than any gift.
When the three kids returned to their residential compound after filming, they were always surrounded by the other kids in the compound who asked them questions out of curiosity, since it was one of their few opportunities to get close to big stars.
"Leilei, when can we watch the movie you guys made? I can't wait!"
"Yes, yes," the other children nodded in agreement.
Leilei thought about the time Uncle Hua mentioned, and his eyebrows furrowed.
"It may take a long time. Uncle Hua said that they still need to organize the film after it is finished, but he said he would let us know before the official release."
Having news is better than waiting aimlessly.
"Then you must tell us in advance when it's showing, so we can all go see it."
The children eagerly awaited the movie and rushed into the cinema to watch it.
Although movie tickets are somewhat impractical these days, parents can't help but soften their hearts when their children plead, and they'll definitely take them out.
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