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Chapter 114

On May 6, several European-style villas stood outside Los Angeles.

At this moment, outside the most edge of the villa, several large trucks with lion head logos were parked there, and Neil Blomkamp was directing the staff to load and unload the filming equipment.

Today is the day for the start of filming of "Blue Is the Warmest Color". After several months, the preparations are finally completed.

In fact, the conditions for starting filming have been met long ago. With Eric's order, the filming could have started more than half a month ago.

But since Eric plans to be a director, one of the important prerequisites for filming is to find a reliable assistant director who has solid basic skills, is obedient and has strong execution ability, otherwise it will be inconvenient for him to be a hands-off boss.

A week ago, this candidate was finally found. MGM found Andrea Arnold, a British female director for him.

But although she is a British female director, she actually learned directing knowledge in the United States, and she changed her job halfway, jumping from a host to a director.

After more than ten years in the industry, he only started directing his first short film "Milk" in 1998, and completed his second short film "Dog" more than a year ago.

After Eric's interview, Andrea Arnold gave him a very solid feeling, with a moderate personality, no problem with basic skills, and an excellent executor.

What is valuable is that she also has her own understanding of art, but she is not the kind of person who is eager to express herself.

She can suppress her desire to express herself, which is better than Patty Jenkins, so the position of assistant director finally fell on her.

At this time, she was communicating with the owner of the villa not far away, telling them the necessary precautions, the most important of which was confidentiality.

Fortunately, the shooting conditions this time were different from "Transformers" and were not in the city.

The crew only faced a few families. This family signed a confidentiality agreement, and the surrounding families sent people to keep an eye on it, so there would generally be no problems.

"Eric, Elizabeth asked us to tell you that thank you very much for recommending her to audition for the role of "A Quiet Place." The Olsen sisters came over and said.

"Nothing, I just chose her because I thought she was suitable. The audition was just a formality."

"By the way, has little Elizabeth registered with the union?"

"She registered as an actor when she was 7 years old, but unfortunately she could only play small supporting roles, and on the small screen. A Quiet Place was her first big screen role."

"She has already registered, what a pity. It seems that she will have to pay a fee again. I thought she could exploit child labor." Eric joked with a pity.

The lively Mary pushed him: "Why do you always think of these weird things in your head!"

"Actually, you don't know, little Elizabeth once wanted to participate in "Spy Kids" very much, but was rejected. The casting director said something she didn't like. In short, it was a big blow to her. Mary and I can't give her any help on the big screen."

"So, now in addition to being her idol, I have added a layer of benefactor halo?"

Mary nodded: "Yes, in fact, after receiving the notice from the crew a few days ago, our family was very happy. Ashley and I discussed with my parents for a long time.

"What to discuss, how to repay me?"

"Yes, the result of our discussion is to let little Elizabeth recognize you as her godfather!"

Puff

Eric sprayed a mouthful of water on the monitor: "Machine, machine, wipe it dry! "

Then, seeing Mary's playful expression, he knew that he had been fooled by this little bitch.

What kind of international joke is this? He is 22 years old and Elizabeth is 14 years old, less than a generation apart. It's better for her to recognize her father as her godfather.

"Get out! Get out! Go to that corner and squat and recite your lines for me!"

Eric waved his hand to drive away the fly, but Mary grabbed him. She pressed on him and whispered in Eric's ear: "Isn't being a godfather good? Just imagine that there will be a pretty girl calling you Daddy!"

Eric was startled, but before he could react, Mary was pulled away by Ashley.

"Mary, how can you say such a thing? It's too much!" Ashley glared at her sister complainingly.

"What's wrong? I was just teasing him. Didn't you see that his expression changed? He looked stupid, hehehe"

"I think you want to flirt with him."

"Eric? No! He's not my type. You know I like muscular men. His biceps aren't even obvious. "

At this time, Eric was still sitting in front of the monitor, thinking about what Mary had just said.

Damn, the European and American circles are really exciting!

"Hey, what are you talking about? I think I heard a sensitive word."

Behind him, Judy appeared silently behind Eric like a shark that smelled blood. She was the producer of this play.

When Eric was away, she was responsible for watching the set.

"Nothing."

"No, I think I heard Da~ddy!"

Judy bent down and said in Eric's ear. She also deliberately put the emphasis on the last word.

Eric was startled again, pointing at the villa and said, "Go inside, go inside and set up the background for me!"

"OH! Is Daddy angry?" Judy said seductively.

Eric glared at her: "Don't talk in that tone."

"Ah! Does Daddy want to spank me?"

Seeing the frightened expression on her face, the shadow of a succubus appeared in Eric's mind. If nothing else, at least that face met the standards of a succubus.

"Fu, why are all women like this!"

"Who does Daddy want to fuck?"

"Stop it, otherwise you take this seat and I leave!"

"Cluck cluck"

Judy then left with a weird smile. Other girls smiled like this to show their cheerfulness, but she had a weird feeling when it came to her.

"Neal, report the situation!" Eric said into the headset.

"The indoor scene has been set up."

"Sharon, report the situation!"

"The makeup team has finished applying makeup."

"Kelf, where are you taking the video?"

"Director, the equipment has been installed and debugged and can start shooting at any time!"

"Luna, tell me about the lighting."

"The lighting has been adjusted in place, director."

"Chavez, are you ready to record?"

"Yes, director."

Andrea came over and nodded: "I have checked all the details, there is no problem."

Eric stood up, and the house scene didn't use a bullhorn.

""The Life of Adele" Scene 45, action!"

The scorer rang out and the first shot of the movie officially started shooting.

This scene is not complicated. Emma, ​​one of the heroines played by Mary, invites Adele, another heroine played by Ashley, to her home.

Since Emma's family is harmonious and her parents support their daughter's sexual orientation, they welcomed Adele's arrival and the family had a happy meal.

The difficulty of the play is not that big, the key lies in the hint of envy and worry that Adele has to show when she is happy, with less emotional ups and downs.

Eric specifically chose this scene to check whether the Olsen sisters were well prepared. If the scene can be passed within NG5, the filming schedule of the movie can be compressed to less than one and a half months.

At this time, Mary's hair has been cut short and specially dyed indigo. After the makeup artist's manipulation, the hairstyle will make her chin pointier, making her look more aggressive.

Ashley has an introverted character. Most of the time she was filming this movie, she was required to go bare-faced. Under the makeup of the makeup artist, her forehead was also deliberately exposed, making her look no different from an ordinary passerby girl, just like every other girl. One’s neighbor in life.

The Olsen sisters in the movie are completely different from the girls they usually appear in interviews.

Especially for Mary, if you don't look carefully, you can hardly find any trace of her past.

The lights are adjusted to warm colors.

Click!

The door opened and Mary walked in with Ashley.

The camera zoomed in, and the two actors playing the parents stood up immediately, with warm but not enthusiastic smiles on their faces.

These are two very experienced old actors, but their appearance is not outstanding and they don't have good luck, but they don't want to leave the industry. Such actors usually end up like this.

"Welcome, welcome to my guest, Adele."

Mary turned to look at Ashley and made a winking expression, meaning you see what I said is right, my parents are very friendly.

Ashley had a somewhat flattered expression, and the corners of her mouth had some unnatural curvature, showing her inner nervousness.

"Very good, one more one, Ashley. This time, your expression will be a little calmer."

Ashley made an OK gesture.

""The Life of Adele" Scene 45, Article 2, Action!"

This time, the arc at the corners of Ashley's mouth disappeared, replaced by a slight twitch of the muscles in her cheeks.

"Very good, Ashley, this time I added a wink. It's the kind of slightly uncomfortable wink, still subtle."

"Okay, director!"

After Ashley did it a third time, Andrea and Eric looked at the monitor together.

Andrea suggested: "Maybe you can add some movement to Ashley's feet. People will move subconsciously when they are nervous."

Eric nodded: "Good advice, Ashley, here's another one!"

An uncomplicated shot was shot five times, and Ashley was able to give subtle differences each time. It seemed to express tension, but in the director's eyes, the feeling was different. The specific final use Which one still needs to be considered.

"Well done, Ashley. It looks like you were well prepared for the show."

Eric gives timely encouragement. He is not like Cameron or Stephen Chow, or a tyrant on the set. He prefers encouragement and stimulation.

"Because you are the director, I don't dare to neglect you." Ashley said with a smile.

"Haha, look what's going on? Why does it feel like everyone starts complimenting me when I sit on this chair? Wait, you're not worried that my level is too low, so you can only work hard on yourself."

The crew suddenly burst into chuckles.

Mary spread her hands: "Director, if you keep laughing, I will lose all my feelings."

"Okay everyone, stop it, let's continue!"

The next scene was more exciting. It showed the four of them drinking and chatting. Emma was so excited and happy because of her parents' teasing that she hugged Adele and kissed her.

"The Life of Adele" No. 4

The lighting changed from warm tones to a more lively mix of yellow and blue.

Emma's father took a sip of white wine and happily described the time when his daughter first realized her sexual orientation.

"You know Adele, she was terrified and confused. I still remember that look clearly."

"She later cut off her long hair and often dyed her hair, which is what you see now."

Ashley's eyes revealed envy. Adele longed for this family atmosphere so much that she still dared not confess her sexual orientation to her parents.

Ashley smiled slightly and lowered her head shyly.

"Card!"

Eric stood up and pointed at Ashley: "Adele is a very sensitive person. Now she is very envious of Emma's family atmosphere. However, it seems to be very harmonious, but she is so sensitive that she cannot adapt to it."

"Ashley, recall the storyboard I drew. Facing Emma's surprise attack, Adele shouldn't be shy. Her subconscious reaction should be that she is a little overwhelmed."

"Imagine that your boyfriend's parents are right next to you. This is your first meeting. How should you react?"

Ashley nodded: "Okay, director, I understand!"

"The Life of Adele" No. 4

Ashley leaned back slightly in an instant, her pupils dilated, her face changed from a smile just now to a stiff look, and the feeling of being overwhelmed came out instantly.

"OK, this one is passed!"

Many male staff members around him suddenly looked disappointed. They should have taken more photos. They were not afraid of getting tired.

Especially Judy, her criticizing face collapsed instantly.

Looking at these sons of bitches, Eric naturally understood what the LSPs were thinking. There were a few men who didn't like this tone.

In fact, speaking from the bottom of my heart, is Eric really directing this film just for artistic pursuit?

Yes, absolutely!

But within a few seconds, his mind began to wander.

"Well, have they practiced it in private? Otherwise, why are they so skilled in kissing? They must have practiced it many times."

"Damn, I was thinking about something!"

"Art!"

"Daddy?"

"Get out of my head!"

After a busy day, the dining scene was filmed and the crew called it a day.

After looking at the missed calls on his phone, Eric dialed back.

"Boss, the viewership numbers for episode 4 of "The Walking Dead" are out, 10.5 million subscribers."

"Huh? Is it getting lower? Why do I feel like it's getting lower?"

"Yes, the last episode was 11.7 million. The main reason is that there are fewer big scenes in this episode."

"Okay, I get it, it's a very good result."

It is normal for the ratings to fluctuate. After all, it is impossible to have exciting scenes in every episode, and the budget cannot be burned. As long as it can maintain more than 10 million, it is already very successful.