756 Audition video
Audition video, this is a required course for almost every new actor.
There are countless actors in the entire film industry, nearly 600,000 in number. It is impossible for casting directors to select actors one by one. Even if they have the energy, they do not have the time; moreover, not all actors are gathered together. In New York and Los Angeles, for most amateur actors or new actors, the travel expenses for one audition may be enough to bankrupt them and force them to sleep on the streets.——
Why not live in New York and Los Angeles? Because the cost of living in these two cities is not affordable for ordinary people, for unemployed actors, their income is meager, they have to attend auditions here and there, and they can only occasionally use their free time to work. Life in big cities is definitely difficult..
What's more, even if you live in Los Angeles and New York, auditions for performances are almost always during working hours, and working actors may not be able to skip work at any time to attend auditions..
Therefore, audition video is the best solution.
For example, "Spider-Man" is now preparing to recruit a new Spider-Man actor. They announce the news through the Screen Actors Guild and attach relevant conditions. Then interested actors can record a video of their own performance and send it via email or letter. Send directly to the crew.
Casting directors will browse thousands of audition videos, select the ones that impress, and enter the second round of auditions, which may be phone auditions or proposition audition videos; after the second round of screening, the third round of auditions The actors may be required to go to Los Angeles or New York, or other cities, for face-to-face auditions..
This type of audition is suitable for the crew's intention to cast a wide net, which also means that even if they have an agent and the actors want to participate, they must record the audition video and treat them equally. Perhaps their advantage is that the agent's reputation can Make sure that the casting director will definitely see the video and not miss it in a drowsy moment while browsing countless videos..
Almost every actor in Hollywood has gone through this stage, even big names like Tom Cruise, Tom Hanks, George Clooney, etc., are no exception..
“"Pacific War" was Renly's first official audition. Because there were so many actors recruited for this series, they skipped the audition video and went directly to the audition. Unintentionally, this gave Renly a A stage for self-expression, successfully impressing Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks.
Before that, Renly had also recorded auditions and auditioned for several movies and TV series. These include "The Walking Dead", "The City" and "Scandal Project", etc..
However, as a newcomer, Renly didn't know much about the techniques of audition video. The recorded video obviously failed to show his strengths, or his strengths did not meet the requirements of the other party. Of course, the biggest possibility was to find a needle in a haystack. Among them, they completely ignored Renly's audition video.
Audition video is a kind of interview method with a strong personal style. The crew generally does not make any requirements. The actors know nothing about the script, role, director, style, or even type. Therefore, when the actor stands in front of the camera, show The content of the performance is also open. You can choose to show your own strengths, show imitation performances, or win through curiosity. The choice of performance content reflects the actor's personality to a certain extent..
For example, Tom-Holnd auditioned for "Captain America 3" and "Spider-Man: Homecoming" in 2015, hoping to become the new Spider-Man. His first-round audition video was very special. He didn't There are no lines in the performance, just self-introduction, and then the performance of Xie Ne (e) begins..
Chenet is a professional term for ballet, derived from French, and specifically refers to a chain-like continuous rotation on full or half toe. This is a basic skill of ballet, which is important for balance, strength, muscles, etc. The technology has strict requirements. Without any power support, it only relies on the whip of the non-standing legs to continue turning, just like a perpetual motion machine..
Tom Holland has been learning dance since he was a child. He was discovered for his dancing talent when he was ten years old. After two years of training, he starred in the musical version of "Out of My World" and appeared on the stage of London's West End, where he rose to prominence. .In the audition video, Tom did not perform any performance, he just showed off his Xie Nei, continuously turning in place for 60 seconds without any interruption or shaking..
This audition left a deep impression on the casting director, so he sent an invitation to Tom for a follow-up audition. Later, after multiple rounds of auditions and defeating more than 40 competitors, Tom became the new Spider-Man.
There are no requirements or restrictions on the audition video, and the actors are allowed to express themselves freely. But the problem is that without any understanding of the character, the casting director, or even the story, how can the actor be determined? The audition video The content shown here is enough to pass the first round of auditions.？
This is gambling and risk.
“In the three years since "Pacific War", Renly has achieved many great achievements. Now he has returned to his original intention and recorded his own audition video. This feeling is really subtle and a little exciting at the same time..
Looking at Renly who was gearing up, Roy raised his eyebrows with a look of interest in his eyes. He stood behind the camera and lazily leaned on the wardrobe next to him, "Have you already thought about it? Which scene are you going to perform?？”
“‘On- My-Own'." Renly stood in the open space and began to do warm-up exercises. These preparations before going on stage were so unfamiliar, yet so familiar. His body gradually began to adapt, and his brain gradually began to adapt..
Roy's eyes showed confusion, "Did I remember it wrong? Isn't this Eponine's story?？”
“Yes. But I hope to challenge Jean Valjean." Renly's unexpected answer made Roy lean on the wardrobe slightly stiff for a moment. It was not Marius, but Jean Valjean? The age span was huge, At the same time, challenge the difficult Jean Valjean？
After Roy looked at Renly seriously, he made sure that he was not joking. He curled his lips and accepted the change lightly without making a fuss. "Then why not choose Jean Valjean's plot?"？”
“Because every actor who auditions for Jean Valjean will perform Jean Valjean's scenes." Renly replied matter-of-factly, making Nathan laugh. Roy also shrugged in agreement, "I can perform it. Jean Valjean, but when the director saw the audition video, their first reaction was not my strength, but my age, which made it difficult for me to gain an advantage. I needed to think outside the fixed thinking mode, break the ice, and choose some special The bridge section created a surprising effect, and it also proved that I can control the different bridge sections of different characters and inject my own characteristics..”
“Then why is it 'alone'? " Roy continued to ask. He had to admit that his curiosity had gradually overshadowed his doubts and surprise. Even he was like this, let alone the casting directors.？
“Because this is one of my favorite sections." Renly was moving his limbs. While he was warming up, he relaxed and his tone became more relaxed. "Actually, these are my two favorite sections. They are all young people. One is 'Master-Of-The-House' and the other is 'Red-And-Bck'）’.”
In the story, before Fantine died, she fostered her daughter Cosette with the innkeeper Thenardier. The "owner of the house" is the stage where the Thenardiers appeared, together with a group of drinkers, revolutionaries Young people contribute together. The whole song is lively and lively, and even a little funny. The joyful and lively scene leaves a deep impression on people..
“"Red and Black" is a duet between Marius and his revolutionary partners. Marius fell in love with Cosette at first sight and used red and black to metaphor his first love mood; while the leader of the revolutionary team, An Zhuo, Lazi shouted that under the torrent of the times, there are things more important than personal emotions, using red and black as a metaphor for the impassioned resistance to the government..
Renly personally likes the "Red and Black" scene very much, especially Enjolras' performance, which not only shows the great revenge and vigorous vitality of the young people of that era, but also shows the relationship between individuals and society under the torrent of history. The relationship between lips and teeth is deafening and blood boiling..
If it were just a matter of personal preference, Renly would be very willing to play Marius or Enjolras. It has nothing to do with the role and is just related to personal orientation; but whether it is Marius or Enjolras, the challenge for Renly is very limited. , age, personality, style, including character background - Marius and Enjolras are both from noble families, but they joined the revolution for their own ideals. Renly both have innate advantages..
It can be said that this is also a kind of true performance..
Returning to the theater stage, Renly's original intention was to constantly polish himself, challenge himself, and break through himself. He chose Marius and Enjolras. This was the "safe option", so Renly took the initiative to choose Jean Valjean. This experienced vicissitudes of life , a wandering and ill-fated character who avoids his comfort zone and tackles bigger problems, hoping to spur himself to continue to make progress..
In fact, the one with the most difficult challenge should be Thénardier. This scoundrel can be said to be responsible for the humor and comedy in the whole play. He is funny, difficult, greedy, and despicable. Every scene he performs has a strong ironic effect. .However, Thénardier always appeared as a couple, and Renly was unable to do all the work on his own..
After comprehensive consideration, "Lord of the House" and "Red and Black" are not suitable. Firstly, both sections are sung by a group, which is huge, and a solo performance will be much inferior; secondly, both sections are It’s a scene full of young people full of vigor, but after going round and round, it still returns to Marius’ comfort zone..
“Every character in "Les Misérables" has a classic aria, which is also an important reason why the musical can be widely circulated and endure for a long time. After excluding the classic arias of Jean-Valjean, Marius, and Javert, in Fantine Between "I-Dreamed-A-Dream" and Eponine's "Alone", Renly chose the latter.
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