768 eager to try
"The Peony Pavilion" lasted four hours and sang until people were old.
In today's world where entertainment methods are becoming more and more diversified, and fast food culture is becoming more and more common, patience has gradually disappeared. Let alone four hours, even three-hour plays are now welcoming more and more people. challenge.
Now, John is preparing to produce a six-hour play, and challenge the ongoing classic "Les Misérables"? It’s just the proposal stage, which is incredible; what’s more, John has already entered the preparatory stage, negotiating theaters, investment, copyrights, and creation matters.……
In the context of an era where the pace of life is getting faster and faster, it is awe-inspiring.
“So, what’s next? "Renly did not enlighten John, and it was not his enlightenment that John needed..
John raised his head suddenly, temporarily withdrawing from his thoughts, "Next?" He pondered for a moment, "Next, we need to find good enough actors, create a good enough lineup, and start rehearsing. Of course, it would be great if these actors could have a certain degree of popularity and appeal. But, personally, I prefer to use a brand-new cast. The West End of London is already tired, and some can be used here. fresh blood.”
Drama, like movies, faces the challenge of balancing the relationship between business and art, and also faces the dilemma of choosing famous actors or newcomers. In the final analysis, every art form is facing similar problems after the advent of the Internet age. and challenges.
John's eyes fell on Renly, and he said nothing. The two of them just exchanged glances quietly. Then, Renly saw the smile on John's lips rising little by little, "How about it, are you willing?" Join this plan?" This was the second time John asked - because the first time he asked, Renly didn't answer directly..
“I know, the audition video was sent, which is a signal." John continued to explain, "But what I mean is, after hearing such a crazy plan, are you still willing to accept such a challenge? Marius or Enjolras are too difficult a challenge for you. Obviously, Jean Valjean is the best choice. I know this and you know this too..”
“However, if everything goes well, you may have to stay away from Hollywood for at least half a year and up to a year." John said with a smile, with a playful light in his eyes, as if he was watching a good show..
British actors return to London's West End stage almost every year or every other year to polish themselves. However, they are film actors after all, not professional theater actors, and they cannot stay in the same play for many years; Even professional theater actors cannot perform in the same play for five or ten years..
"Les Misérables" currently being staged in London's West End will replace its cast with a new cast every year to two years, up to three years. The same is true for other plays..
John's words just now mean that if Renly is confirmed to star in the new version of Jean Valjean, then the performance season should be at least half a year to a year, and he must not abandon his burden and run away in the middle; this is only a part of the play, and it will be officially staged before In the past, the rehearsal time ranged from three months to half a year or eight months at most. This is a hard work and cannot be sloppy or lazy..
Therefore, Renly will inevitably have to say goodbye to Hollywood for more than half a year, or even longer..
“Ha, I am not a new student who just enrolled this year, and these threats are no longer effective." Renly chuckled, "For me, there is no problem; the decision is always in your hands. In fact, it is quite the opposite. I'm already eager to try it and can't wait, but are you sure you're mentally prepared?？”
Jean Valjean, who restored the original work, made his first appearance when he was under thirty years old; until his death, the curtain came to an end. The entire time span spanned more than thirty years, experiencing youth, middle age and old age, and witnessed the changes and changes in history. Turbulence, condensed into a six-hour performance, is a severe challenge for any actor.
Now, this responsibility is about to be handed over to a young actor who is only 22 years old.？
Objectively speaking, the difficulty of the challenge is even more severe than the movie version. As Renly said, the decision-making power is always in John's hands. As for himself, he is ready to challenge the impossible..
“I thought you would miss Hollywood." John's eyes widened and he looked at Renly carefully, "Just like the recent news pages." The news about "Edge of Tomorrow" filmed in London has been posted on major websites for many days. The above was widely circulated and very lively. "Back in the West End of London, the attention has plummeted..”
Renly shrugged and said lightly, "How can you be sure that I'm not missing the West End right now?？”
John was defeated, but he didn't care. He gently retracted his chin and expressed his understanding, "Honestly, I can't think of a more suitable candidate.".”
He has trustworthy strength, has enough youthful physical strength, and has full concentration; he also has the charisma to attract the market, create topics, and detonate the focus. All these make Renly a priority candidate..
More importantly, John prefers to use "newcomers", at least newcomers with relatively little stage experience, because they have vitality and a constant hunger for the stage. At the same time, they can also enliven London. This backwater in the West District allows more newcomers to win opportunities.
“Doesn't it matter even if the scenes are reduced? "John asked again..
Renly raised his eyebrows slightly, "Believe me, for a six-hour play, I also look forward to more actors sharing the responsibility.".”
With such teasing, John chuckled, "Very good! Then, I will have a meeting with them to discuss it when I get back today." John finally relaxed and leaned back on the chair again, showing a contented look, "Actually, I am also considering whether to use a relatively younger actor for the role of Javert, not as young as you, but at least under thirty years old." On the one hand, it is to give more space to young actors; on the other hand, Also to play opposite Renly, "Javert's age span is similar to Jean Valjean. If we choose a young actor, we will have some advantages in terms of makeup..”
For young people to put on makeup to look like old people, makeup and wigs are enough, which is relatively simple; but for old people to put on makeup to look like young people, it takes a lot of effort..
Renly picked up his tea cup and said, "I think I should finish 'Edge of Tomorrow' as soon as possible." John looked at him with confusion at this meaningless sentence, and Renly chuckled. "It's okay. I'm just saying that I'm preparing for the subsequent audition. After you go back and discuss it with them, they will definitely want to see my subsequent audition. I'm ready..”
“"Edge of Tomorrow" has an all-round younger cast. Some media have even called it another "Twilight" or "The Hunger Games." Warner Bros. has not decided yet whether it will go with the flow and attract younger groups. ; Or change the publicity strategy, distinguish "Edge of Tomorrow" from teenagers, and tap a wider market.
Now, John's version of "Les Misérables" is back with a young cast? This is not good news for the media. It may bear the anger of audiences and drama critics during the preparation stage.——
When the young version of "Hamlet" was staged in London's West End, it encountered criticism. Although Hamlet is a young man, whether it is the original work or the classic adaptation, Hamlet is positioned as a thirty-year-old who is transitioning from youth to maturity. A young prince in the stage. The so-called young version means that young people aged 18 or 19 play Hamlet and other roles. Public opinion generally believes that they cannot interpret the thickness and depth of Shakespeare's original work..
Even Hamlet is like this, let alone Jean Valjean.？
Renly knew clearly what kind of challenges he faced. Today's conversation was just an intention. Even if John nodded in agreement, the other creative staff also needed to consider and reconsider. Between Eponine, Javert, and Ann Apart from Zolgra, it would be logical if they asked Renly to really interpret Jean Valjean's plot..
“Of course that’s perfect! "John did not exchange polite greetings, and simply nodded in agreement. Afterwards, the two people stayed where they were, finishing the afternoon tea slowly, and then left one after another. John rushed back directly, eager to join the follow-up discussion..
John didn't mention the movie version of "Les Misérables," and neither did Renly.
Because they all know that nothing has been determined now, and there is no point in discussing it at all. Even if things are determined, the choice is not a problem: after all, the better work and the better actor will win. For John, the movie He is not his competitor, not even with Cameron McIntosh on his side; his competition is the script, the investment, his creative partners, and the quality of his project.
On this side, Renly is actively participating in auditions for his next film, and is also busy completing the filming of "Edge of Tomorrow". He is busy every day; on the other side, the second phase of Hollywood's awards season Then entered the climax period, they ushered in the grand occasion and excitement of the 69th Golden Globe Awards Ceremony.
Last year, Ricky Gervais went all out at the Golden Globe Awards, which offended many actors. After the awards ceremony, major media outlets accused Ricky of losing his sense of proportion; but this year, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association After careful consideration, the hosting baton was handed over to Ricky again..
On the one hand, it’s because what the Golden Globes need is highlights and gimmicks, and it doesn’t hurt even if it offends some actors; on the other hand, it reflects the plight of Hollywood’s lack of award ceremony hosts, who are as funny and humorous as Billy Crystal. There are not many hosts who can advance and retreat properly. This can also be considered as the lack of quality and ideological fault behind the fast food culture..
No matter what, the Golden Globe Awards ceremony led by Ricky once again kicked off grandly！
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