"It's all luck. We've caught up with the good times. Today's actors want to prove themselves through acting, so they seize every acting opportunity." Wu Bai replied modestly.
"You don't have to be modest. I also approve of this script."
"Director Zhang, this is my first time directing independently. There are many aspects that I am afraid of not fully considering and lack of experience. I also hope that you will come and check it when the time comes."
Soon the day before the audition came, and Wu Bai prepared the audition venue early.
The audition part for the protagonist Cheng Yong: next to two statues of gods.
Patient Lu Yiyi's audition part: Beside a hospital bed.
Other different supporting actors also set up trial scenes in classic scenes.
Looking at such a simple audition venue, Chief Luo muttered in his heart: "I'm going to act here, can I choose a good role?"
On the day of the audition, when Wu Bai and Zhang Yimou arrived, countless actors were waiting here early.
For the sake of fairness, the entire audition process was broadcast live.
The first person to audition was the protagonist Cheng Yong.
The scene that needs to be tested is: Cheng Yong goes to India to buy medicine for Lao Lu. In the filled smoke, in front of two statues of gods, Cheng Yong's inner changes are performed.
Huang Lei was the first to participate in the audition.
Huang Lei, who had read this part of the script, covered his mouth in the thick smoke and looked at the statue with deep eyes for a long time.
"As expected of an experienced actor, simple shots can produce different feelings." Zhang Yimou was the first to speak.
Huang Lei thought the leading role was secure, after all, he had worked with director Zhang Da on several scenes before.
Zhang Yimou's strength is recognized as a perfect score in the entertainment industry.
Seeing that Zhang Yimou might be about to make a decision, Wu Bai hesitated a little, feeling that something was still not quite right.
"How about taking the statue as the center of the circle and filming the performance of the character Cheng Yong?" Wu Bai suggested.
Tried the show again and walked around to see the protagonist played by Huang Lei.
Except for Huang Lei's deep eyes, his expression didn't change much.
Wu Bai shook his head, indicating that it was inappropriate.
Zhang Yimou's face didn't look good either. Wasn't this just a slap in the face?
At this time, Zhang Yimou also felt that Wu Bai was deliberately trying to find fault. Huang Lei, a veteran actor, had worked with him so many times as the male lead, and no one had ever disliked him.
When Huang Lei auditioned, he never left the stage in the first scene.
"What changes are needed to look at the statues here?" Huang Lei was a little unconvinced, and his old showman's airs came out.
"Do you know these two statues?" Wu Bai asked sharply.
Huang Lei paused.
"The blue idol is Shiva, one of the three main gods of Hinduism." Wu Bai said slowly.
"The black statue is Shiva's wife Kali." Wu Bai pointed to another statue.
"The reason why Kali stepped on Shiva was: Kali eliminated evil for the people and sucked the blood of demons, but due to bloodthirsty, he kept stepping on the earth. Shiva allowed him to step on him in order to protect the common people."
Zhang Yimou and Huang Lei suddenly realized this.
When Cheng Yong saw these two statues, he seemed to see himself.
It's like Cheng Yong initially obtained generic drugs with the same efficacy, which gave countless cancer patients a new lease of life.
But after giving up selling generic drugs, it was like a devil stepping on the ground.
Now Cheng Yong should become a Shiva and dedicate himself to saving the common people.
"So that's it, the two statues have such a story!" People in the live broadcast once again admired Wu Bai's talent wildly.
"Wu Bai, 666, this script is well written!"
"This shot alone made me decide to go to the cinema to support the box office!"
"As expected of Wu Bai, a top student!"
The live broadcast barrages began to flood the screen like crazy.
Zhang Yimou was also a little embarrassed. He didn't expect Wu Bai's knowledge reserve to be so high.
Such scene setting and the connotation behind it are really admirable!
At this time, Xu Zheng quickly raised his hand to try out the show.
After listening to Wu Bai's description of this scene, Xu Zheng seemed to be able to immerse himself in the scene.
After Wu Bai's instruction, Xu Zheng first covered his mouth and nose due to the smoke during his performance.
Afterwards, Xu Zheng looked at the statue for a long time, as if remembering the story of Shiva.
In the end, Xu Zheng's eyes became firm, because he knew that he was going to become a person like Shiva!
"What a great performance!" Zhang Yimou rushed forward excitedly.
"That's how it feels!" Wu Bai also praised Xu Zheng's performance.
The barrage of the live broadcast started to flood the screen again.
"This shot can be added directly to the movie."
"Support Xu Zhengnan number one!"
"Well, although I am a fan of Huang Lei, I have to say that Xu Zheng really performed what Wu Bai asked for."
"Wu Bai is so powerful. If you explain it to the actors, it will have such a good effect!"
"Yes, Wu Bai is actually stronger."
"As expected of Director Wu, I'm even more looking forward to it!"
"When will this movie be released?"
Many netizens were so excited that they wanted to buy gifts again.
This is one more movie to look forward to.
[Rewards are temporarily suspended in the live broadcast room]
Netizens had black lines all over their heads. Thinking about it, it was Wu Bai's style.
Then go ahead and watch the audition!
The second scene was a trial scene for patient Lu Yiyi: beside a hospital bed.
Zhang Yimou originally wanted to ask the recently popular traffic niche Li Xian to try it.
After all, if Li Xian is starring, there is no need to worry about traffic.
With the traffic, are you still worried that the movie will not be popular?
As a result, Wu Bai pointed at Wang Chuanjun in the corner: "You want to try it first?"
Zhang Yimou pursed his lips: It's okay. Let Wang Chuanjun give it a try first. If it doesn't work, I will recommend Li Xian.
Wu Bai remembered the photo of Wang Chuanjun on his scarf a month ago, and he had lost more than ten kilograms compared to now.
Wu Bai: "Did you lose weight specifically for the show?"
Wang Chuanjun replied calmly: "I lost 20 pounds. For this drama, I went to the intensive care unit the week before and ate and lived with the patients. I didn't sleep for three days and three nights."
Everyone in the audience was shocked.
Surprised by Wang Chuanjun’s dedication!
I lost 20 pounds for a movie!
In order to perform better, I put in so much effort!
"Please start your performance, I'm looking forward to it!" Wu Bai's eyes were full of sincerity!
Wang Chuanjun played the scene where he was terminally ill.
Due to two days of sleeplessness, the whole person showed a very natural feeling of fatigue.
There were no lines, but a few looks moved everyone and made everyone cry.
"Congratulations, you are Lu Yiyi in my heart!" Wu Bai rushed up and hugged Wang Chuanjun.
I admire his dedication and appreciate his dedication.
Zhang Yimou and Li Xian were also convinced.
After all, Li Xian, who is a traffic niche, can't bear to have him suffer like this for a month.
I'm even more afraid of fans who will lose a lot of money with such a demeanor.
The live barrage became lively again.
"I haven't seen Wang Chuanjun for a long time!"
"Didn't you play the tall and handsome Guan Gu in Love Apartment before?"
"Wu Bai's casting is too strong, he doesn't care about his traffic, he really only cares about his acting skills!"