Chapter 239 Big Flowers

Generally speaking, a good movie script takes a long time to polish, and may even be revised while filming. There are also many examples where after filming, some scenes that were filmed with great effort are deemed not good and are simply deleted.

After Gu Wei revised the script of "2012" several times, he felt that there was no problem in starting filming.

As for how the film will turn out, it all depends on Gu Wei. After all, the director is the soul of film creation. It is common in the film and television industry for a seemingly good script to be shot into a mess, or for an average script to be made into a well-received and commercially successful film.

However, this type of blockbuster is mainly about special effects. As long as other aspects are not too outrageous, there is basically no problem. After all, it is all about saving the world and saving humanity.

After the casting call for "2012" was announced, due to length limitations, many characters only showed their faces and had close-up shots in the film, and could only be considered minor supporting roles. Even so, there were countless celebrity profiles submitted to Xingchen Film and Television Company.

This is a US$300 million blockbuster produced by Gu Wei, the country's top commercial film director. If you can take part in it, whether it will be a hit or not is another matter, but the level and status will be different!

A few days after the casting announcement was issued, rumors suddenly spread online: Gu Wei's so-called open casting was just a gimmick, and it was simply hype. The male lead in this film has been confirmed to be played by Cheng Long himself. As for the female lead, it should not be an outsider. It is estimated that it will be Gu Wei's own person, Liu Yifei, the first actor signed by Xingchen Film and Television.

As for other roles, they will most likely be selected from Shiba Culture Company. After all, Gu Wei is already its largest shareholder.

Because the post was about the casting of the hottest drama "2012" and revealed some inside information and internal decisions, it was widely reposted and became a hot topic.

In the end, the rumors spread so much that some bad media even published articles saying that the male and female protagonists of "2012" had been decided, and industry leaders declared that they resisted insider trading.

After reading it, Gu Wei could only smile bitterly and had to ask the company's publicity department to issue a statement to refute the rumors.

After the premiere of "Three Guns", Gu Wei officially started casting auditions in the company.

"Teacher Chen, then it's settled. The role doesn't have many scenes, so I will focus on filming your scenes when the time comes."

When casting for film and television works, if the character's appearance is not vivid and the audience has no specific idea of ​​what the character looks like, the selection can be based on the principle of giving priority to acting skills and fame.

Because the background story of the movie involves the government, Gu Wei directly chose Chen Daoming to play the top leader of the mainland.

After all, he is one of the professionals who has played the role of "Emperor", and there is no problem with his acting skills and temperament. Moreover, he is also an artist of Shiba Culture and was the leading actor in Gu Wei's movie before.

"Okay, Director Gu."

Chen Daoming said that this role was similar to a guest role, and concentrated filming would not delay his schedule. In other words, Gu Wei was his boss now, so he had to give him face.

Otherwise, if it were any other director, Chen Daoming would not join a new crew while filming other dramas.

Seeing Chen Daoming walking out of the office door with the documents, the other people waiting nearby couldn't help but look anxious.

Especially for male actors, there are limited roles in movies and everyone has their own role to play.

As for other actresses, most of them had light in their eyes at this moment. Jackie Chan, Chen Daoming, top superstars partnering with veteran actors, it would be great if they could get in.

"Next person."

The female assistant in a professional suit and glasses shouted at the door.

The stars who are usually only seen on TV and in movies are now gathered together, which makes the company employees very happy.

The group of people were busy signing autographs and taking photos.

"Cheng Long and Liu Dehua are here, and many Hong Kong stars are here."

"Shh, keep your voice down. If President Song and President Wang see you, they'll get angry again."

The person in front of us can be said to be a model of professionalism in the circle. Regardless of whether he is a so-called box office poison or not, at least in the profession of actor, he has been consistent.

"Brother Hua, I'm sorry to have made you come here for nothing."

The main roles have been decided, and Gu Wei did not mention the remaining supporting roles, which are all small roles with few screen times.

"It's okay, Director Gu. I came here today just to talk. Next time you have a chance, don't forget me. It's my wish to work with you once."

Liu Dehua, 48 years old this year, looks like a man in his thirties, and time has left little trace on his characters.

"Let's talk about it later when we have a chance."

Gu Wei didn't make any promise to him, and the two chatted for a while. Gu Wei personally sent him out of the office.

"Director Gu, goodbye."

Liu Dehua waved his hand and left with his assistant.

...

Zhang Ziyi's development in the past two years can be said to be a mess, and there is basically no news from Hollywood.

I basically didn’t receive any invitations for movie roles or various activities.

After the casting of "2012" was announced, Zhang Ziyi was the first to submit her resume. Since it is a Sino-US co-production, she is still a little behind other domestic actors in terms of status, and she is very confident about this.

"Director Gu said that the female lead has been decided, but no audition invitation has been sent yet."

The assistant's words completely shattered her beautiful idea, and Zhang Ziyi stood there in a daze for a moment.

"Is it confirmed? Who is it?"

After a pause, Zhang Ziyi asked hurriedly.

"The other party didn't say anything, so it's probably Liu Yifei."

After taking a look at Zhang Ziyi's pale face, the female assistant spoke cautiously.

It was her again. Why did she get all the good things? After hesitating for a moment, Zhang Ziyi picked up his phone and prepared to call and ask in person. "Forget it, Director Gu has clearly refused."

Perhaps seeing what she was thinking, the assistant next to her advised that it didn't matter if she couldn't get the role, but if the relationship became strained, she would never have a chance again in the future.

...

Although there are many beauties in the domestic entertainment industry, perhaps we have become accustomed to seeing them too often, and there are very few actresses who can make people exclaim in amazement.

However, the person in front of him, from appearance to temperament, does meet Gu Wei's aesthetic standards.

"Sorry, let's work together again next time we have a chance."

Fan Binbin, who was sitting on the chair, had no change in her expression. She had already guessed it in her heart before coming, but she still retained a glimmer of hope.

"It's okay, Director Gu. If there is a suitable role in the future, you can consider me. I won't bother you anymore."

With delicate makeup on her face, Fan Binbin stood up, shook hands with Gu Wei, and then said.

"Row."

What a pity, Gu Wei thought silently in his heart, if this person hadn't been so ambitious and hadn't gotten into trouble and been forced to leave the entertainment industry, he might have really become an international superstar.

Whether in terms of appearance or acting skills, he is an excellent choice.

After leaving Xingchen Film and Television Company, Fan Binbin did not feel much lost. He looked back at the other people who were still waiting nearby, then got into the car with his assistant and left.

Reporters who were waiting downstairs of the company kept taking photos and posted the latest news online in a timely manner.

Gu Wei did not deliberately conceal the audition news, and it was normal for media reporters to come. Fortunately, they did not come to the company and delay normal work.

Gu Wei was never particularly satisfied with the following few auditions. There were dozens of people, and it would take more than one day to audition them all.

The next day, Gu Wei met another Binbin in the company office. The other party also came to audition for the female lead.

Maybe the other party was filming "The Mystery of the Phantom Flame", Gu Wei always felt that the other party had not yet finished the role.

"It's just a guest appearance. Thank you Director Gu for giving me this opportunity."

Li Binbin's ambition is not as big as the other two. In fact, at the beginning, when Gu Wei invited them to audition, it was just a formality to give face to Huayi Company. In terms of acting skills, hers was not the best among the pile of resumes, nor was she the intended candidate for the female lead.

After several years of hard work, Li Binbin is no longer as concerned about his status as before. After being rejected by Gu Wei, he heard about a guest role and agreed.

After all, just being able to show her face in a Hollywood blockbuster is enough for her.

Because it was a guest appearance, Gu Wei did not give her a specific script. When Li Binbin walked out of the door, her hands were empty, but others were a little confused as they looked at her smiling face.

After all, the auditions lasted for a few days and there were many beauties, including Gao Yuanyuan, Fan Binbin, Li Binbin, Tang Yan, Liu Shishi, and those from the Central Academy of Drama all came.

In the end, only Chen Daoming got the role of a supporting actor. For a while, the news about the predetermined roles in the circle became more and more intense.

...

"I lost all my fortune on this movie. I hope I'll be lucky this time and get a role."

"Haozi, have you applied for leave? Director Gu has notified you."

In the crew of "Let the Bullets Fly", Chen Minghao said to Qin Hao.

Even if Gu Wei agreed to let them join the team, they still had to go through the necessary procedures.

After one month of release, "No Man's Land" finally earned 2.85 million yuan at the box office.

"It's a pity. It was almost 300 million."

Han Sanping called and said.

"It's OK. The box office performance is beyond my expectation. Ning Hao is also quite satisfied."

"How was the audition? Have you confirmed the role?"

"There are a few more military roles. As for the other extras, I'll leave it to you, Mr. Han. Choose some with good images."

"Nonsense, it's related to the image of our country, so it will definitely not be bad."

In this regard, Han Sanping had already asked his subordinates to do it without Gu Wei's reminder.

"The filming locations in the capital and Shanghai are being built, and the relevant departments in XZ are also communicating, so basically there are no major problems."

For this film, Gu Wei plans to select some shots in several major cities in China, and XZ will be the main filming location in China.

"Also, as for the Ark model, we have already sent people over to start preparing to build it."

In "2012", there are a total of eight arks, each of which can accommodate people. The specific drawings were designed by Xingchen Films, and China Film provided the manpower to build them.

This is a relatively small model. The actors will then perform in the model, and finally, the Ark will be combined with the background of the tsunami and earthquake.

It was like Interstellar at the time, but on a much larger scale.

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(End of this chapter)