Chapter 24: It's as simple as that
For new actors, auditions take up the vast majority of the actors' time.
And every audition is a college entrance examination, you have to put out 120% of your energy, and you may not be able to get a role.
Edward felt that he had been here for so long, and he was just busy auditioning, so he acted in a movie.
Either in the audition waiting room or on the way to the audition.
What's more, every audition is hard to predict.
Just like this audition, I don't know what director Anthony Minghella thinks, not even a script.
The location of the audition is very simple, just a small room for the crew.
When Edward came in, Anthony Minghella was still working on his work, and the office slowed down the script.
With such a clear and clear movie storyboard, it's no wonder that every director is a painter.
This bald director can be described as a "Chinese son-in-law", he not only has a virtuous Chinese wife, but also expresses a strong Chinese complex in his films.
When faced with the "incompleteness" of "Wuji" being scolded in China, Anthony also strongly supported Chen Kaige, not only creating a preface for the American version of "Wuji", but also saying: "I have watched "Wuji" many times, and Chen Kaige is one of the best directors in the world. ”
Anthony Minghella finished his work when he saw Edward in front of him.
"Hi Edward Furlong, welcome to the audition, it was Matt who recommended you to me. ”
"Hello, Anthony Minghella. It's a pleasure to participate in this audition and hope to work with you. Of course, you can call me Eddie, and everyone who knows me well calls me that. ”
"Alright then, you put on this costume and try to feel it. There's a fitting room over there. Anthony Minghella gestured to the costume hanging nearby.
It's a very fashionable American casual suit, just a jacket. Edward didn't have to take it off at all, he could just put it on.
After wearing it, such a simple casual suit directly shows Edward's charm, very gentlemanly and elegant.
"Yes, yes, Edward Fulong, turn around and take two steps!" said director Anthony.
Edward didn't know what the director's routine was, and I wasn't a model. After all, Anthony Minghella is a great director who won the Oscar.
So, Edward turned around and took two steps.
"Very well, do it on the chair over there, make a decadent look. ”
So, like a puppet, Edward put on a chair again and put on a lazy look.
"Very well, Eddie, can I call you that. You can let your broker negotiate the contract. ”
"The place where this shoot is mainly Italy, you have to be prepared. ”
"Also, the movie will start shooting in two days, this is your script, I hope you are familiar with your character before filming starts. ”
Director Anthony said as he handed the script in his hand to Edward.
Edward habitually accepted the character script, and asked stupidly, "It's over, it's so simple, it's over?"
It's too casual, that's it! A little responsible, okay! You're a director!
"Haha, yes, it's as simple as that. ”
"Well, it's as simple as that, it's okay, you go back and prepare. ”
Director Anthony Minghella patted Edward's shoulder, who was a little stunned, and repeated it twice.
In fact, Edward thinks too much, as Anthony Minghella, who won the Oscar for Best Director, he already knows it in his heart.
Edward Fulong, he still knows, not only because of Matt Damon's recommendation, but also because Anthony has seen Edward's performance, an actor with great acting skills and spirituality.
Audition, not only consider your acting skills, but also consider your fit with the role, when looking for a candidate to play the American playboy "Dickey".
Anthony first thought of the famous Hollywood "playboy" Edward Furlong, with his acting skills and the elegant demeanor of an English gentleman.
Although the audience is not familiar with him, his handsomeness and charm are very suitable for this role, and he is the best choice to play "Dickey".
Edward didn't react until he returned home and saw William's anxious figure.
"Eddie, I said too much that day, I'm sorry, you know I'm good to you too. William said with concern.
"OK, William, it's all over. I also auditioned for a film directed by Anthony Minghella today, so let's talk about it then. It doesn't matter what the salary is. Edward had long forgotten about the events of that day, and quickly told William the results of the audition.
"yes, if you think so, that's good!"
"This is not the time to pursue salary, when you become a big star, the money will naturally come. ”
"Actors just don't be afraid of acting in bad movies, they are afraid of no exposure. ”
"By the way, what movie, Anthony's movie, how come I don't know?"
William, as the actor's agent, must not only plan the actor's career, but also master all kinds of confidence in the circle, especially the film project of this kind of big director.
"It's the script, it's just a male number two, and it's Matt Damon's introduction. Edward said, handing William the script in his hand.
"This is good, it suits you very well, it is a good role, and it is also a very brilliant role. You can rest assured for the rest. William opened it and looked at it, and said happily.
Movies are like the next piece of chocolate, and no one knows what it tastes like.
Sometimes, the protagonist is not as famous as the supporting role, and there are also those who are not.
"By the way, I almost forgot the purpose of looking for you. ”
"It's a film that Stephen has invested in, and the script is fantastic, and although he didn't direct it, he was a genius director this time. ”
"Stephen recommended you, now, let's go over to audition, male number two, but there are not many scenes. ”
"This movie has just been established, and when you finish filming Anthony's "The Genius Ripley", there will be no problem at all. ”
William explained as he pulled Edward directly into the car.
Coming to see the "Dream Factory" again, and seeing the familiar logo, Edward sighed.
A year passed like this, and in this whole year, his career had just started, and he acted in a movie, just a small supporting role.
But love is indeed a double harvest, and now there are two girlfriends, Britney and Natalie.
Britney, who is about to release her first album, is about to become a diva.
Natalie, the "Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace", which the world has been looking forward to for 16 years, is about to be released and will be crowned queen.
I don't know how long this state can last?
Shouldn't I have the luxury of hoping for such a good thing?
Wake up, Eduard Furlong, come on!
Edward secretly cheered himself up, there is indeed a pressure to have such a powerful girlfriend.
The audition location is still arranged in the audition room of DreamWorks.
When Edward pushed the door open, he saw the film's director, Sam Mendes, and screenwriter Alan Bauer, staring at the DV recording of the video recorder screen.
It was a plastic bag fluttering in the wind by the red wall.
There was no sound, only the sound of the video recorder, and the video was repeated three times, and the three of them watched it quietly three times.
"What's it like?" asked screenwriter Alan Bauer, suddenly.
"What?" Edward hadn't reacted yet.
"How do you feel?" said screenwriter Alan Bauer, who on the other side of the film, Sam Mendes, wanted to hear Edward's understanding.
"Uh... Life is like this floating plastic bag, so helpless and lonely. It feels like there's a life behind everything, a compassionate force that lets me know that I don't have to be afraid, never have to be afraid. Sometimes, there is so much beauty in this world that I can't seem to bear it......"
"Well, Sam, I think it's very good. Alan Ball said to Sam Mendes.
"Okay, Edward Furlong, you've passed the audition, go back and get ready, you'll let you know when the filming begins. Sam Mendes said to Edward.
I'll go, it's that simple, there's no mistake, it's too hasty!