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Chapter 40 - 40 040 Interview

40: Chapter 040 Interview 40: Chapter 040 Interview Another young man named Gao Ming, graduated from Kyoto Film Academy.

This time, it was also through a friend pulling some strings that he got the opportunity to be interviewed by Master Ye.

He looked at Master Ye, his expression obviously very nervous.

Han Shuai had worked with Master Ye before, played a bit role in one of Master Ye’s films, and his expression was significantly more composed.

In Hua Country’s entertainment circle, Han Shuai is also a little-known third-tier actor, having appeared in several web dramas and is somewhat known.

This time, being favored by Master Ye is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Han Shuai.

Master Ye is known for nurturing newcomers, as long as he is in this “Mermaid,” Han Shuai believes he will surely soar to the top and become a first-tier actor.

However, what was originally a set thing suddenly changed.

Yesterday, Master Ye notified him that two more actors would be auditioning together.

But after understanding the information about the two people, Han Shuai was finally relieved.

One is a DiDi Brother, and the other is a rookie who just graduated from Beijing Film Academy, there is no way to compare to himself.

This role is undoubtedly his.

However, when he heard that Ye Chen was recommended by Director Zhang Mou, Han Shuai was also surprised.

In Han Shuai’s eyes, apart from Ye Chen’s decent looks, there’s nothing commendable.

But how could this kid possibly catch Director Zhang’s eye?

In other words, judging from Master Ye’s attitude, this interview is actually specially arranged to see Ye Chen’s performance.

Han Shuai knows Master Ye’s personality very well; he cannot tolerate the slightest flaw in his films and everything is judged by acting skills.

Even if recommended by Director Zhang, if your acting is not up to par, you can still be kicked out.

Zhang Yuyu sat next to Master Ye, exuding a strong presence.

“This time, I am auditioning the leading male role in ‘Mermaid’ along with Master Ye.

I hope you all perform well.

Now, you will start a performance based on the rough plot that the female lead, the mermaid, is going to assassinate the male lead.

The three of you can perform freely.

The time is five minutes.

Good luck!”

Zhang Yuyu, with seductive eyes and a cheerful smile, looked at the three: “Who wants to go first?”

A simple plot was given, and it’s up to their free performance; this topic is indeed a bit difficult.

After all, for a five-minute plot, you have to design lines and, in the shortest time, showcase your acting skills.

The most important part is that from beginning to end, without a partner, you have to act with air, which is very challenging.

Most crucially, they are portraying a comedy, and in such a scenario, creating comedic effects doubles the difficulty.

Gao Ming, upon hearing this topic, was completely blank.

This is entirely different from what he imagined.

He originally thought the director would hand him a script, and he could just perform according to it.

But now, everything had to be designed by him.

Gao Ming, although classically trained, wasn’t very diligent in school.

Simple performances were no problem, but creating a plot was truly beyond him.

Upon hearing the topic, Ye Chen’s mind had already conjured a scene from his past life.

That’s right, in his past life, there was also a movie called “Mermaid,” and the same scenario had appeared.

Ye Chen already knew how this scene should be performed.

Just as he was about to step forward, Han Shuai seized the moment and confidently moved to the center of the living room.

Han Shuai politely bowed to Master Ye and Zhang Yuyu.

“Director Zhou, Teacher Zhang, my name is Han Shuai, and I’ve collaborated with Director Zhou before.”

Master Ye nodded; he was already very familiar with Han Shuai.

Zhang Yuyu gave a charming smile: “Alright, start your performance.”

Han Shuai nodded, and the next moment, his eyes suddenly changed.

His expression was very exaggerated, as if he had seen something terrifying, then turned to flee.

But his foot seemingly slipped on something, and he stumbled to the ground.

He looked incredibly awkward and funny.

He tried to get up but due to his nervousness, his feet slipped again.

Finally, he stood up: “Please don’t kill me, I can give you money, no, my people can also give you…”

Han Shuai’s eyes were full of melancholy with a touch of humor.

“Before you kill me, there is something I must say.”

“Once upon a time, there was a sincere love placed before me, and I did not cherish it.

It was only when I lost it, I deeply regretted it.

The most painful thing in the world is nothing more than this.

If heaven can give me another chance, I will say three words to that girl: I love you.

If I must add a time limit to this love, I hope it’s…

ten thousand years!”

…

This part was Han Shuai copying lines from Master Ye’s previous movie works.

It has to be said, his performance was very on point, capturing the essence of Master Ye’s style.

Being able to quickly get into the role and design an adequate scenario is already up to par with the standards of a good actor.

Master Ye, seeing Han Shuai’s performance, nodded, showing his satisfaction.

Seeing Master Ye’s reaction, Han Shuai was elated, clearly having obtained Master Ye’s approval.

He bowed again and returned to his seat with full confidence.

Master Ye’s affirmation had already convinced him that the role was undoubtedly his.

Gao Ming, not confident to begin with, saw Han Shuai’s performance and felt even more despondent.

He could imitate, but designing a character and lines was beyond him.

Gritting his teeth, Gao Ming stood up.

“Director Zhou…

Teacher Zhang…

I am Gao Ming from Kyoto Film Academy…”

Standing in front of Master Ye and Zhang Yuyu, Gao Ming was completely overwhelmed by their presence, trembling, and stammering.

Zhang Yuyu frowned impatiently: “Alright, start your performance.”

Although Gao Ming was classically trained at the film academy and managed to complete the scene, his performance was stiff and he was quite nervous.

However, the effect was really poor, with an expressionless face and wooden movements that didn’t even qualify him as an extra.

Such a performance made Master Ye shake his head; it was clear that Gao Ming had been eliminated.

Seeing Gao Ming’s performance, Han Shuai was overjoyed.

In his mind, his only competitor was Gao Ming; with him out, victory was a sure thing.

As for that DiDi Brother.

Heh!

He even began to sympathize with Ye Chen.

In the presence of Master Ye and Zhang Yuyu’s strong aura, even a top student from Kyoto Film Academy couldn’t manage, let alone Ye Chen, who was an outsider.

Recently, in Hua Country’s film circle, there was an extra named Wang Baobao who skyrocketed to fame, but even Wang Baobao struggled for years as an extra before succeeding.

You’re a DiDi driver; even with talent, what can you achieve?

Ye Chen stood up and walked to the center of the living room: “Director Zhou, Teacher Zhang, I am Ye Chen.”

Master Ye had high expectations for Ye Chen’s performance.

He was very curious to see if Ye Chen’s acting skills were truly as impressive as Director Zhang Mou proclaimed.

Zhang Yuyu had also heard of Ye Chen’s strong recommendation by Director Zhang Mou and was quite curious about what kind of performance Ye Chen would deliver.

“Ye Chen, you may begin.”

Master Ye offered Ye Chen a slight smile.

Han Shuai’s earlier performance had already gained his approval.

For Ye Chen to snatch this role, he needed to deliver an even more dazzling display.

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