The first to question was Glynn Nut, as the first "character in the play" to see the script, he didn't care about his pitiful role in the script, but he was puzzled by Lin Mingyang's portrayal of himself as a "wandering" character.

"Even if you write Mark with scheming and even a bit of sinister cunning, you don't have to write yourself so exaggeratedly. Whether Mark is a scheming person or not, we all know this in our hearts, but you are a public figure, is it a little inconsiderate to self-destruct your image like this. Although we often see scandals about you in the newspapers, we all know that you are a guy who lives a very disciplined life. ”

Lin Mingyang was stunned, Green-Nut made him feel ashamed when he said this, in fact, his private life and the word "inspection" were not related at all, and it could even be said to be chaotic.

He smiled hesitantly, "What appears is never reliable. ”

Green-Nutter didn't hear the strong self-mockery in his words, and from the perspective of appreciation, his evaluation of the script was quite objective, "The biggest problem with this script is that your choice between reality and drama seems very difficult and conservative, and he is not outright fictional, but I can hardly say that this is documentary." ”

"When I wrote this book, I didn't want to simply write a story about success, because if I followed this idea, it would be no different from other inspirational books about successful businessmen on the market." Lin Mingyang shrugged, "I think people are more curious, how can a young man in his early 20s grasp such a huge wealth, and what kind of obstacles he has encountered on this road to success?" ”

Green-Nat leaned half of his body on the sofa, a little nestled inside, while Lin Mingyang stood in the center of the living room, except for the occasional clasp of arms in contemplation, he spent most of his time constantly explaining his opinions.

"I want to show you the growth of a billionaire who is not what people expect, and Mark does have those elements. He's a genius, he's been through some crises in his life, and he's very knowledgeable about psychology, he's constantly dissecting himself, he's struggling with two very different points of view, and I felt this deeply when I lived with him, he's a complex of contradictions, so I wanted to portray this contradiction in his heart. ”

"Not many viewers want to see the kind of biopic film in the cinema that you don't have to think about to understand what the story is. "The Social Network" is not a documentary, nor is it simply a reproduction of Mark's real-life experiences on the big screen. I add some of my own opinions on the basis of reality, maybe the potential connection of some things is not so easy to be discovered, but if I pick out this connection and show it to the audience, the audience will feel that there is such an unimaginable story side. So "The Social Network" is a biographical film, and you can also see it as a feature film that has a connection to reality. ”

Glynn Natkey nodded, "I'm starting to understand what you mean, Mark in your script is more like a character who only exists in the virtual world, and no one will believe that such a person really lives in our world, so when people know that this is a real billionaire, everyone will be amazed, so you have achieved the purpose of making this film." ”

-- Green-Nat can understand Lin Mingyang's intentions, but it doesn't mean that others can think the same way. The person who can't figure it out the most is, of course, Billy Olsen, because in Lin Mingyang's script, he is still an insignificant little person. Lin Mingyang focuses all the contradictions and conflicts of the whole plot on the Winklevos brothers and Saverin, and Olsen can only be regarded as a dragon character in the whole story.

On the contrary, his good friend Jesse Eisenberg had good luck this time, and after Lin Mingyang decided to shoot this movie, Jesse, who looks like Mark Zuckerberg, became the first confirmed character actor in the play.

Olsen couldn't figure it out, and came up with another trick. He gave up his weightless role in the play, and instead began to actively lobby Lin Mingyang to play Vesalien in the film.

"Vesalien is handsome and personable, he's always been a social celebrity at school, and you're just a clown who makes a splash on the internet!" The cold war between Green-Nat and Olsen has not ended, and when Olsen pleaded with Lin Mingyang, he was also present, and he would definitely spare no effort to hit the other party.

Olsen didn't have time to argue with him at this time, he looked at Lin Mingyang with a blank look in his eyes, his eyes full of anticipation.

But Lin Mingyang still shook his head resolutely, "I don't agree with Nat's statement, but you are really not suitable for this role." ”

Strangely, Olsen's eyes rolled, and his face did not have the same frustration as he had when he was rejected. Lin Mingyang was wondering why this guy suddenly wanted to open when Olsen's fox tail was finally revealed.

He smiled, "Actually, I know that I am not suitable for this role, but I must always try to show my attitude, otherwise I will be ridiculed by some people." As he said this, he deliberately glanced at Green-Nat, "I can not play this role, but can I recommend a role to you?" ”

"All I need for this shoot are professional actors." Lin Mingyang was telling Olsen with this attitude of certainty that there was no room for negotiation in this matter.

Olsen finally showed his cards: "I'm going to recommend Mark's ex-girlfriend to you, the character who only appears at the beginning of the script, do you also want to find a professional actor?" ”

"This character..."Lin Mingyang hesitated, Mark's fictional ex-girlfriend is a key figure in the plot, but her role in the whole film is a trick. Olsen recommended Lin Mingyang to play the role, and if he refused, he would not only appear to be a little stingy, but also ruin the relationship between him and Olsen.

After all, it is not an important role, Lin Mingyang is happy to do this favor, he nodded, Olsen jumped up happily, and said that he leaked his mouth when he was excited.

"I'll tell Ginny the news right away..."

"Ginny?"

Hearing this name, Lin Mingyang couldn't help but think of the beautiful blonde girl in his mind. When they first entered school, the two used to be very close, but since the college student film festival the year before last, the relationship has slowly become stranger. Ginny is still the hot reporter in the "Harvard Crimson", but she has never interviewed Lin Mingyang again. In addition to Lin Mingyang's deliberate low-key, of course, there are some unknown reasons.

――As his fame grew, it was now difficult for Lin Mingyang to sit quietly in a café outside the school for an afternoon without being disturbed. He hadn't been there for a long time at the café he used to frequent. When he met Ginny Yue, he suddenly thought of this.

is still the position by the window that Lin Mingyang used to sit in, Jinni opposite Lin Mingyang did not deliberately dress herself today, she still wore a ponytail as usual, and only wore light makeup on her face, but she showed a simple and elegant chic flavor. Although staring at the girl's face was a very impolite behavior, Lin Mingyang's gaze still stayed on Jinni's face for at least three minutes without any scruples.

At last Ginny had no choice but to knock on the table and glare at him angrily. When Lin Mingyang retracted his gaze, Jinni felt a little lost in her heart. In the past, when Ginny dressed exquisitely and wanted to attract Lin Mingyang's attention, he turned a blind eye to her beauty; Now she doesn't have the same ideas as before, but Lin Mingyang has begun to appreciate her beauty, and I have to say that such a contrast is full of irony.

"Can we get down to business?" Ginny suppressed the loss in her heart and made a very indifferent expression on her face.

Lin Mingyang laughed, "But we've already started!" ”

Jinni frowned slightly, she didn't know what kind of medicine was sold in Lin Mingyang's gourd.

Seeing the doubts on her face, Lin Mingyang had no choice but to explain: "Don't you want to play the heroine in the film?" From what I just observed, you've passed your first test! ”

Ginny was visibly stunned for a moment, "But Olsen told that this character in the script only has less than five minutes of acting passages, and such a character can also be called a heroine?" ”

"Olsen wasn't lying, but you and I thought a little differently about the positioning of this character." Lin Mingyang shrugged, and then said: "Judging from the proportion of scenes, your role is definitely not the protagonist. But for the plot role, you can't underestimate this character who appears for less than five minutes, and she is the key person who triggers the whole story. ”

Ginny smiled noncommittally, then teased in a playful tone: "Directors like to tell those who don't take matters into account that your role is important, and obviously there is nothing new in your rhetoric." ”

"There will be a lot of female characters in this film, but none of them will appear in the camera for more than half a minute. From this point of view, the female character who has appeared in the whole play for the longest time is naturally the heroine of the film! Lin Mingyang replied very slyly.

knew that Lin Mingyang was quibbling, but Ginny didn't have a more serious idea, in fact, she wanted to join the crew for other purposes.

"I'm curious about your approach to making this film, I don't need any pay for that role, but I want to do a full track of the filming, shouldn't that be too much?"

Lin Mingyang smiled at her meaningfully, and there was an indescribable taste in his expression, "You want to hear the truth?" ”

"Why not?" Ginny nodded earnestly.

Lin Mingyang leaned forward, and then beckoned Ginny to come closer. Despite some misgivings, Ginny complied.

Lin Mingyang whispered in her ear: "I've always hated reporters... But you're an exception! ”

-- The first scene about "The Social Network" is in a bar, where Mark and his girlfriend are dating. The content of this part of the script alone makes Ginny inexplicable. Before filming, Ginny had been complaining about the incomprehension of the plot, let alone discovering any hidden meanings.

This filming is not difficult, because there are not many scenes of the two appearing in the camera at the same time, so those lengthy lines are all written on the teleprompter, and the two actors do not need to struggle to memorize, but they must understand the content of this conversation, because Lin Mingyang does hide a lot of foreshadowing of the plot in this dialogue.

"The purpose of this scene is to outline it, and a lot of dialogue provides a lot of information, because the focus of the film is on Mark, and the opening scene allows the audience to quickly understand the main characteristics of the character." When explaining this plot to Jinny before filming, Lin Mingyang seemed very patient.

Ginny spread her hands: "But apart from the inlogical language jump, I don't see anything else." ”

"Well, that means you're pretty good into your role." Lin Mingyang shrugged, this has become his habitual action when answering questions.

"First of all, Mark is very smart, in the play he mentioned the SAT, he was admitted to Harvard with a perfect score, and his fast language habits show that his brain is fast, his mind is quick, he can think about multiple problems at the same time, and he can switch seamlessly."

Listening to his explanation, Ginny felt as if there was really such a thing.

"Secondly, he is very egotistical, and Mark opens with a question: It's all SAT scores, how can I be different? This question seems to be asked to the ex-girlfriend, but it is actually showing it off. And his girlfriend unexpectedly responded with admiration: You are actually right on a single question? Do it right the first time? Didn't check? This reaction made Mark proud. ”

"Surely no one in reality would like that self-righteous guy." Ginny's perception of Mark's reality has not fundamentally changed because of her acquaintance with Lin Mingyang.

Lin Mingyang didn't think much about it, "In reality, the character of Erica is fictional, why does such a beautiful girl like Mark?" He is neither tall nor handsome, let alone coaxing girls with good words. So I always have to find a reason for her to like Mark, and that reason is - smart and talented. Erica admired Mark's talent because she had just attended Boston University. ”

Lin Mingyang's analysis made Ginny's thoughts slowly clear, "What else?" ”

"Mark has low self-esteem!"

Ginny's mouth opened wide in surprise, "That guy would feel inferior?" ”

Lin Mingyang was not in a hurry to explain, and continued to analyze in an orderly manner: "This can also be seen from the dialogue, first of all, it is reflected in Mark's unilateral belief that girls will like those rowers, who are tall and muscular. Just like men like girls with big breasts and fat buttocks, the normal physiological tendency. Actually, that's true, but it's wrong that at least Erica doesn't, and her liking of Mark shows that she admires talented people more than those big and three stupid athletes. It's just that Mark has low self-esteem, so he is too sensitive to the word rower, and when Erica jokes that he likes athletes very much, he immediately turns his face. ”

When Erica asked Mark which club was the easiest to join. Once again, Mark misunderstood what she meant, and he felt that Erica was sarcastically mocking herself, believing that with his ability, he could only find the easiest club, not the best one. These are all reactions to his inner inferiority. He has a genius brain, but he is not good at communication, and it can even be said that he does not know how to communicate with people at all. ”

After listening to Lin Mingyang's analysis, Ginny asked curiously: "Is this the case with Mark in reality?" ”

Lin Mingyang returned and said: "The surnames of the characters in the movie script must be exaggerated to a certain extent, but in fact, Mark is indeed an unsociable guy, but he is not inferior. ”

"Yes, he put all the photos of the girls in the school on the Internet, which is really a great feat, how can such a person have low self-esteem?" There was a lot of irony in Ginny's words.

"It seems that when we first met, you were in the same tone when you commented on Mark." Lin Mingyang smiled and shook his head, "Even if he founded Facebook and became the youngest billionaire in the United States, none of this can change your attitude... The resentment of a woman is truly terrible. ”

"Maybe he's a great IT talent... It's not that he has a head in his head, because he's a bastard! Ginny looked at Lin Mingyang with a light smile, "This is the most classic line in the whole play, and it is the most appropriate to evaluate that guy... And, that's what you said! ”

Lin Mingyang began to "pretend to be stupid", he looked at Jinny blankly: "Have I ever said such a thing?" ”

"You didn't say that directly, but that's what you wrote in the script!" Other girls may be confused by Lin Mingyang's expression, but Ginny will not, she let go of the script in her hand, and then found evidence to support her opinion.

"Don't think I'm going to take Erica's parting words for a girl's angry words, I know there's a deep meaning in them. Even this can basically be understood as the main theme of the whole film. Or in a guessing game, in fact, you have already told everyone the answer to the mystery directly at the beginning, but none of us paid attention. ”

Lin Mingyang looked at Jinny with a smile on his face, "And then?" ”

At the end of the script, the female lawyer also said to Mark at the time of parting: You are not a jerk, although you are working hard towards this goal. Don't tell me it's just a coincidence, you implicit your attitude in it, am I right? ”

"You're only half right, in fact I don't have any ill feelings towards Mark, but there are two very different views of his success: some think he's an unscrupulous bastard to get his ends there; But others see him as a social entrepreneur who benefits all of humanity. I still emphasize that this is a biographical film, so I just use different characters in the film to show both points of view. ”

"Mark's actions, from the point of view of an ex-girlfriend or a third party, can be described as despicable and shameless. However, from Mark's own point of view, he didn't do anything wrong, he only did what he thought was right, or what should be done, he didn't lie, he didn't deliberately deceive, he just wanted to do a big thing and let the whole world know about him, that's all! ”

(To be continued)