Undeniably, some actors can compensate for this gap with superb acting skills, but even with ten points of acting ability, in this situation, they might only be able to show five or six points. Even though their five or six points are still passing compared to ordinary actors, it is ultimately regrettable to have ten points of acting ability but play such a mediocre role.
Not to mention, this refers to those talented actors. Many ordinary actors are probably only at a passing grade, and if they encounter an unsuitable role, they won't even pass.
This is why some actors are praised for their ability to choose scripts, while others are criticized for wasting their excellent acting skills. Of course, a good script is very important, but whether the actor is suitable for the role in the script is also very important.
As Shen Huai listened to Song Yimian rambling on about what was happening on set, he learned that Song Yimian simply loved acting, regardless of the size of the role or whether it was a bad drama or not; he never treated a role perfunctorily.
Hua Rong never intended to find a teacher to improve their acting skills, so Song Yimian went to the company's acting class to audit it. Then, for every role he took on, no matter how small the role was, he would put on the spirit of a top student and carefully write a biography for the character, fully defining the character, regardless of whether the settings were useful or not.
It's a clumsy method, but Song Yimian has persisted with it little by little over the past two years. And who can say that hard work and perseverance aren't a kind of talent?
Quantitative changes will lead to qualitative changes, and the efforts made in the past will not be in vain.
For Song Yimian, he almost had to quit the industry because of Hua Rong. Now he feels the joy of acting again, and he is glad that he chose to stay. He is also glad that Shen Huai helped him when he was most desperate.
Song Yimian looked at Shen Huai and said earnestly, "Brother Shen, don't worry, I will definitely work hard!"
Shen Huai never doubted this. After thinking for a moment, he suddenly said, "In a few days, ask the crew for leave and come with me. I want you to try to get a role."
Without asking any questions, Song Yimian nodded and said, "Okay, I'll listen to Brother Shen."
"You didn't even ask which movie it is?" Shen Huai asked helplessly.
Song Yimian scratched his head shyly again: "As long as I have a role to play, I'm fine with it. Anyway, I trust Brother Shen's judgment."
Looking at Song Yimian's innocent and trusting gaze, Shen Huai felt increasingly helpless. After the Hua Rong incident, Song Yimian gradually became wary of people and was no longer as naive and trusting as before. However, his nature had not changed. If he trusted Shen Huai, he would give him one hundred percent trust.
Shen Huai stopped being mysterious and gave the answer directly: "The Red Actress".
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Song Yimian almost spat out his drink, but luckily he managed to stop himself. After coughing a few times, he asked incredulously, "Brother Shen, what did you say? Did I hear that right?"
He was so shocked that he even blurted out honorifics.
Shen Huai nodded calmly: "You heard me right. I want you to audition for the role of the progressive young man who was tortured to death by Yokota in 'The Red Opera'."
After Chu Meibo passed the audition, the production assistant gave her the script for "Red Actress". Shen Huai also skimmed through it and was deeply impressed by the character. The character didn't have much screen time, but that scene was the first climax of the entire movie. More importantly, Shen Huai felt that the role was very suitable for Song Yimian.
Shen Huai had spoken with the casting director and learned that a suitable actor had not yet been found for the role, so he wanted Song Yimian to give it a try.
Since his debut, Song Yimian has only appeared in low-budget web dramas or silly historical romance dramas, which don't require much acting skill. This role doesn't have many scenes, but Shen Huai wants Song Yimian to broaden his horizons, and a good production team can greatly help an actor's growth.
Song Yimian was stunned. Just a month ago, he was a nobody actor who was about to terminate his contract with his agency. He never expected that he would be able to covet a big production like "Red Actress". Even if it was just an insignificant role, it would still be quite remarkable.
Song Yimian stammered, "Brother Shen, I...can I?"
"There's no such thing as 'can' or 'can'. I'm just giving you an opportunity. Whether you fight for it and whether you can get it in the end is up to you."
Shen Huai's calm response gradually cooled Song Yimian's feverish mind, and he nodded vigorously: "I understand."
Seeing that he had agreed, Shen Huai hesitated for a moment: "There's one more question."
Song Yimian: "Brother Shen, please speak."
Shen Huai: "The actor who plays Yokota is Guo Wenyuan."
Song Yimian was stunned for a long time. When he came to his senses, his face was deathly pale: "Brother Shen, you...you must be joking, Mr. Guo...Mr. Guo is a director of Guanrui..."
He couldn't continue. Everyone knows who the investors of "Red Actress" are. Although we don't know why President Guo suddenly wanted to act, it's not impossible.
Shen Huai looked at Song Yimian, who had his head down, and felt a pang of pity. He couldn't tell Song Yimian that Guo Wenyuan had changed his soul, so he could only vaguely say, "He has changed a lot since then and he won't do those kinds of things anymore."
Shen Huai knew this was indeed painful for Song Yimian, but he also knew that if Song Yimian and Guo Wenyuan were both in this industry, they would inevitably cross paths sooner or later. There were only so many good scripts, and it was not impossible for the two of them to meet in the same drama later. Rather than letting this inner demon remain in Song Yimian's heart and become a thorn in his side, it was better to take this opportunity to let him let go completely.
So Shen Huai solemnly said, "Trust me, I will never let you experience that kind of thing again."
Hearing Shen Huai say this, Song Yimian's expression softened a bit. He believed Shen Huai, but his face still betrayed his fear.
Shen Huai knew the harm that such psychological trauma could cause, and considering that Song Yimian did not look well, he did not intend to force him: "It's okay, it's fine if you don't want to go, there will be other opportunities next time."
Song Yimian pursed his lips and whispered, "Brother Shen, I want to think about it..."
Shen Huai nodded: "Okay, think it over carefully. You can contact me anytime within three days."
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Shen Huai left the film crew and returned to his car. But as soon as he got in, someone hugged him and kissed him.
Shen Huai helplessly pulled Ye Cang's face away: "We're outside, can't you be a little more careful?"
Ye Cang: "What's there to be careful about? We're a couple, we're being affectionate openly and honestly, what's wrong with that?"
Shen Huai shook his head helplessly.
Taking the opportunity, Ye Cang kissed him on the cheek again: "Is everything done? Can we go now?"
Shen Huai: "..."
Ye Cang got the better deal, and as expected, he obediently acted as the driver and drove to the company.
Shen Huai looked at Ye Cang, who was driving, and advised, "It's okay, I can handle it myself. You should go back and get some rest."
“It’s all agreed that I’ll be your driver for the next few days.” Ye Cang looked ahead, then suddenly thought of something and said excitedly, “Otherwise, when you go to audition for the film ‘Red Actress,’ I’ll go with you and be your driver too.”
Shen Huai: "No."
Ye Cang: "I don't have any plans lately. I'm bored at home anyway, so why don't I come with you guys to the film set? I'll be wearing a mask and glasses, so just treat me as your assistant."