Chapter 13: Finding Actors and Approving

"Are you really looking for me for this book?"

After reading the script, Ning Jing asked the same question as Jiang Wu.

"Of course, Sister Jing, you are the number one heroine in my heart for this book."

After seeing that Ning Jing liked her, Chen An stopped mentioning Gong Li.

"Okay, I'll take it. I'll arrange the schedule when the filming starts."

"I'll do it as soon as possible. Once the script is approved and we find other people, we'll start. You should also prepare yourself. We need to go to Hong Kong Island to shoot."

"No problem. Print the script later and I'll take a copy back to look at it."

Chen An also quickly agreed. He had only printed one copy when he went to the Beijing Film Studio before, so this time he printed a few more copies.

"Brother, why don't you ask me for such a good book?"

Jiang Wen was very disappointed. What does that mean? You don’t even have eyes for me anymore?

"How can I afford to hire you? Besides, you are a director, so why don't you make a movie yourself and come to me?"

Chen An also knew that Jiang Wen was joking, so he continued talking.

Jiang Wen took a sip of wine and touched his short hair: "I haven't found the script yet. I'm not like you to write the script yourself."

"Then take your time to look for it. I'll go print it. I also need to contact Boss Lin and find supporting actors."

After discussing the matter, Chen An did not delay any further.

He stood up and started to leave.

He went out and found a printing shop. After printing the books, Chen An took two copies back and gave them to Jiang Wu and Ning Jing, and took the rest away.

After returning to school, Chen An went to find Teacher Mu first.

The filming is definitely a big deal, and Chen An will definitely have to spend most of the remaining time of this semester.

You must ask for leave in advance.

"Avant-garde Films, are you really going to bring me the Golden Lion for a feature film?"

Teacher Mu said jokingly after reading the script.

"Then you don't even need to look at whose student you are. I will win you not only the Golden Lion, but also the Palme d'Or and the Oscar."

"Don't flatter me. You just want me to let you go for the shoot."

But Teacher Mu didn't buy his tricks and said:
"Let me make this clear first. Forget about this movie. You have to come back and attend class honestly. And you have to give me your exams this year, and you can't fail. Otherwise, I won't help you."

"I'll listen to you and promise to come back and take the exam and pass it."

"Go ahead, go ahead. After the filming, put your mind at ease. Study hard first and let it settle down."

"No problem. I'm leaving now."

After dealing with Teacher Mu, Chen An walked out of the building and started looking for actors.

In addition to the two main characters, there is Lola's father and the beggar who appears throughout the whole play.

Beggars don't have high requirements, as long as they are not too young.

When the time comes, even with makeup on and a face full of dirt and beard, you won’t be able to tell your age.

This character, Chen An, was picking up bargains and planning to go to the Central Theater next door to look for bargains.

Although the Central Academy of Drama is not as good as the Beijing Film Academy in terms of directors, the actors are still top-notch.

It would be a waste if you don't use it. Who says it is so useful?

Students at the Central Academy of Drama are not allowed to take acting jobs outside their freshman year, so Chen An plans to look for some talent in his sophomore year, especially those with future acting talent, so that he can have a good time.

So Chen An found Duan Long, who had not yet changed his name to Duan Yihong.

The restaurant is across from the school.

Chen An and Duan Long sat face to face.

"Duan Long, I'll just tell you directly, my name is Chen An, I'm a director, and I'm planning to ask you to play a role."

"I know you, the author of 'Carrying the Burden'. I saw your short film in school."

Duan Long, who was sitting in front of Chen An, nodded stiffly.

When Chen An heard that he knew him, that was perfect. Chen An handed the script to him directly:
"Well, take a look at your script. I'd like you to play the role of a beggar."

"Okay, I'll take a look."

Duan Long stretched out his hands to take the script, and began to read it.

When he was young, he was just a relatively self-deprecating person, not the movie star that Chen An had in mind.

A child from the deep northwest, with a poor family background, just like Chen An.

It took me three attempts to get into the Central Academy of Drama. During the entire college period, I didn’t dare to confess my love to the person I liked and could only watch him silently.

Even when reading the script in front of Chen An, he seemed reserved and sat upright.

"Director Chen, I am willing to play this role. I hope you can give me this opportunity."

After reading about the role, Duan Long handed the script back. "Well, I came to you anyway. I'll pay you 5,000 yuan. You should discuss it with your teacher first. We'll film in Hong Kong Island, and then I'll find you to sign the contract."

"No problem, thank you Director Chen. You can just ask the security guard to contact me when the time comes. Sorry, I don't have a phone number."

Chen An smiled and waved his hand:

"It's okay. I don't have a phone either. I'll find you when the time comes."

After saying this, he left the script to Duan Long and left.

As Chen An walked out, he was still thinking about who should play the role of father.

He wanted to find those that were cheap and easy to use, and spend more money on the production. It didn’t matter whether they were famous or not, because no one abroad knew them anyway.

Chen Jianbing?
No, Chen An rejected it in his heart. He is only 25 years old now, which is too far away.

Guo Tao?

Chen An thought about it and realized that this guy had just played the leading role in Feng Xiaogang's first movie, so he had to pay some money, and he was not that old.

Chen An was walking on the road, smoking and thinking, when he suddenly thought of someone.

The role of the father is more challenging for the actor's dialogue skills. There is a scene where he grabs Lola and rushes her out of the bank, and he has to speak all the way.

Zhang Hanyu, who graduated from the 84 class of the Central Academy of Drama, is a famous actor in later generations.

Most people don’t know that this person is one year older than Gong Li, but she debuted later, only making her debut in 1999 by starring in a TV series.

Of course, this is also due to Gong Li. She debuted early, became famous quickly, and received many honors. She gives people the impression that she is a veteran actor.

She was admitted to the Central Academy of Drama in 1985 and made her debut in 1987 with the awesome movie Red Sorghum. She then continued to rise to prominence and won the Best Actress Award at the Venice Film Festival.

In those years, she appeared in all the mainland movies that won the Best Picture award at the three major film festivals, either playing an important role or being the female lead. It was like she had a special talent.

Of course, now that Zhang Hanyu has graduated, he can’t find him by relying on Chen An alone, so he can only contact Director Han to see if he can find him.

Through the relationship of Director Han, Chen An finally contacted Zhang Hanyu.

"Brother Yu, how about it, do you want to take it?"

"No problem, Director Chen, but I have been working as a voice actor. This is my first time acting, so please bear with me."

Zhang Hanyu grabbed Chen An’s hands with both hands and expressed his gratitude.

After all, he had never starred in any works, but was invited by Chen An to star in a movie. He was very grateful to Chen An for giving him a chance.

"It's okay. This is my first time making a movie too. It's the same for everyone. The salary will be set at 5,000. I'll contact you when the time comes. Leave me your phone number."

"it is good."

Zhang Hanyu immediately found a piece of paper and wrote down his home phone number.

Chen An put the paper into his pocket and reminded, "Okay, Brother Yu, get ready first. We will go to Hong Kong Island to shoot then."

"No problem, I'll do it now, and I'll wait for you to contact me when the time comes."

After saying that, he picked up the script and went home to study it.

Chen An has finished his work on other roles, so he can just find some extras locally.

The bicycle thief gets to act himself and get an extra copy.

Who made Chen An so poor? He should earn as much as he can because he has to go home for the New Year.

A few days later, when I was in class, I received news from the review process and could officially start work.

Chen An immediately contacted Lin Dajiang to come over and sign the contract.

The next day, Lin Dajiang generously transferred the money directly.

The remaining film was also given to Chen An.

Chen An immediately contacted several actors and signed contracts.

Find Beijing Film Studio to rent equipment and personnel.

There were also several Hong Kong Island leaders who accompanied Chen An, and they were responsible for dealing with the people in Hong Kong Island.

Chen An also bought a mobile phone, which belonged to the crew, but he planned to protect it himself, so he always carried it with him.

Afterwards, I immediately found Teacher Mu to ask for leave and couldn’t wait to go to Hong Kong Island to start filming.

Chen An also called his roommate Chen Wei to bring him over for internship.

Chen An doesn't have to do it himself this time, as Beijing Film Studio has professional photographers.

There were also many other professionals, and it was much more formal than the last wild stall I had.

Ning Jing's salary was 100,000 yuan as a friendship price, and Jiang Wu's salary was a little less, after all he was the male lead, so Chen An also gave him 30,000 yuan.

After signing the actor's contract, there is also a staff contract with the Beijing Film Studio.

These are the prices of regular troops.

Chen An just felt heartbroken. The money just went out in a rush. It was so heartbreaking.

My money!
It's all my money!
　It's snowing and the temperature has dropped. My hands hurt from typing. I'm thinking about taking the computer to the fireplace room to type, but I'm afraid it will explode due to the heat.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)