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Chapter 230 - 219: This Wu Mu is Quite Useful

Chapter 230: Chapter 219: This Wu Mu is Quite Useful

Wang Ren had discovered several times that Wu Mu, who was watch­­ing from the sidelines, often cast his gaze on the very thing they were about to focus on in the next shot before their camera did.

For instance, in the scene currently being filmed, it was about a conversation between Wang An and the foster son he had found.

For most people watching from the side, their attention was mainly on what the two were saying.

But here, Wang Ren intended to give a centerpiece shot to the red sweater worn by Wang An, a sweater that had started to unravel.

Then he noticed that Wu Mu, standing by, had already fixated his gaze on that sweater before their close-up shots had even shifted in that direction.

If Wu Mu had peeked at the storyboard ahead of time or listened to their pre-filming discussion, then it wouldn’t be surprising for him to notice.

But Wang Ren clearly remembered that Wu Mu had just been resting in the break area and hadn’t paid any attention to this side at all.

How did he do it?

Wang Ren asked directly, "How did you notice his sweater?"

"Cui Fu’s actions revealed it."

"How so?"

"When he faces the camera, he tilts his head slightly upward, making the unraveled area of his sweater’s neckline more obvious. You must have mentioned this in your discussion, Director Wang."

At this, even Yang Rongfa, who was standing by, couldn’t help but look over, "You noticed such a subtle detail?"

"It was quite obvious," said Wu Mu. "When compared to Cui Fu’s usual movements, it’s easy to spot if you pay a little attention."

Such a minor detail was quite obvious?

Yang Rongfa was inwardly speechless. If it had been in the past, he would have thought Wu Mu was boasting to the high heavens.

But now, Wu Mu, who had just performed a drowning scene a few days ago... Yang Rongfa was no longer quite so certain.

Moreover, what followed soon proved that Wu Mu wasn’t just talking nonsense.

The current scene was naturally simple for Cui Fu, the Film Emperor.

Without being stunning, at least there wouldn’t be a problem achieving the effect they wanted.

But there was a bit of an issue with the person by the side—the actor playing Wang An’s foster son was from a talent agency with good relations with their company, a new actor they were planning to push this year.

Although he was a newcomer, Yang Rongfa felt that there was no issue when he had auditioned previously.

He was quite talented, at least more so than Wu Mu, who previously could only manage awkward acting.

Up to now, the performances in the scenes he had appeared in were commendable.

But those scenes had not required intense emotion; once it came to scenes with stronger emotional demands, he found that this actor’s performance felt a bit unnatural.

Right now, the scene was about Wang An starting to reinvestigate the death of his son eighteen years ago, and then his foster son noticing something amiss and offering to forgo the entrance exam in Beijing to stay and accompany him.

During the dialogue-filled confrontation between the two, the performance of the new actor seemed to lack connection.

After all, he was a newcomer without experience in acting against a seasoned veteran like Cui Fu and couldn’t match the emotional intensity.

After reshooting twice and still not achieving the desired effect, Yang Rongfa couldn’t help furrowing his brow.

It was definitely impossible to replace the actor now.

Just let it slide in post-production?

Yang Rongfa thought to himself, the costs of shooting dictated that they couldn’t keep grinding away at this scene as they could in a previous movie directed by Wang Ren—sticking at one point was definitely not okay.

But as he was frowning.

Wu Mu, who had been observing the commotion, said, "Let them pour out the noodles and try talking while eating."

Hmm?

Yang Rongfa looked at Wu Mu in surprise.

Indeed, in the scene, both characters were yet to have dinner and were preparing instant noodles, but the conversation happened while they were waiting for the noodles to soak.

Moving the dialogue to occur over eating noodles?

Yang Rongfa was indecisive, but Wang Ren seemed pensive, "It’s worth a try."

The set was quickly reorganized, and they started to do as Wu Mu suggested—with both actors speaking while eating.

Then, to Yang Rongfa’s astonishment, the effect turned out to be quite good.

Speaking while eating, though it lessened the intensity of the atmosphere, truly portrayed an undercurrent of tension through their actions. The way they would occasionally pause mid-bite, look up, or glance sideways, surprisingly expressed this undercurrent.

No.

Had Wu Mu really become an acting prodigy?

Not just capable of acting himself, but also keenly aware of camera angles, and now even proposing modifications to their filming.

Was this still the Wu Mu who was previously unanimously considered devoid of acting Talent and only suitable for idol dramas?

Yang Rongfa didn’t understand.

Wu Mu himself was also quite surprised by the effect of the system talent "Natural Actor."

From that recent scene, with just a bit of thought, he naturally came up with a way to improve it, even anticipating to some extent the outcome of the modified shots in his mind.

It could only be said that talent was indeed capricious.

Well, it seemed after he had shown off a bit, he had inadvertently found himself a new job.

"Wu Mu, come and take a look at how this scene should be set up?"

While Wu Mu was still pondering, he heard the considerate invitation from Yang Rongfa over the way.

What, am I being used as a consultant now?

Don’t you have your own ideas, didn’t you plan the storyboard in advance?

Wu Mu was speechless.

Wang Ren certainly had the storyboard ready, but as a former art film director, his storyboards inevitably demanded a lot from actors, often requiring those close-ups to capture micro-expressions.

If it could be acted out, that was fine, but if not, it would need to be shot over and over again, refined each time.

Before, they only had two choices: either slowly work it out or lower their standards and move on.

But now there was a third option.

They could simply ask Wu Mu for his take—if Wu Mu had a good suggestion, they would just go with his idea.

And indeed, Wu Mu actually had solid insights. Not all could be used to modify their shots, but at least he could offer some of his own views.

For a few impromptu scenes, the outcomes were even better than what they had originally planned.

Wu Mu seemed to be quite useful.

Yang Rongfa thought to himself.

He had heard rumors before that Wu Mu was particularly useful in variety shows, ensuring program success without worry—just wait for the viewership to rise.

Now it turns out that he was essentially just as valuable in filmmaking as an actor.

Not only did his performance exceed expectations by not being a drag, but he was also capable of modifying their shots and even willing to take on music selection.

Speaking of music, Wu Mu’s primary job beckoned again.

Wang Ren communicated with Wu Mu, "Wu Mu, in a few days, we have a scene to shoot where characters are singing in a KTV. I want to insert a new song here, do you have something suitable on hand?"

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ps: Another Chapter of 4,000 words.

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