I was immediately mistaken as a monster genius actor - Episode 362
Wear a mask. Smile. But what should we laugh for? I forgot where the real thing is. Who am I and is the expression I am making right now real or fake?.
It's fake.
But it's also real. Because I change my mask hundreds of times a day. It is an illusion and an illusion that I created. You can belong only if you tell a lie that obscures your true meaning. Don't turn your back. The world. A society weighed down by order is not fantastic, but it is not desolate either. However, if you look closely, you will almost laugh out loud..
There is no romance, only chaos..
Ah, it's boring. But why are you touching me? I am so devastated that I am acquiescing to myself. Is this my true intention? Where do my original feelings exist? It was so far away that neither form nor smell had disappeared..
Subtle contempt offends but is ignored.
Silent persecution is widespread but acceptable..
Static discrimination goes too far, but we close our ears.
Excessive prejudice repeats itself but adapts..
Pointed contempt hurts, but I endure it..
······Ah what is this?
Fuck you..
This is why terrible clowns were born.
yes, that's me.
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Director Ga-bok Ang has already read the script for ‘Clierrot’ for several hours. Perhaps because of the lingering thrill, he let out a laugh as he gave the synopsis of 'Cierrot', which he had just seen..
“······It's ridiculous. No, I should say it's great..”
It was so interesting that director Anga Bok, who had intended to skim it for a while, ended up reading the entire script in one sitting. He was distraught. Director Ang Bok couldn't contain his excitement while watching 'Cierrot'..
‘Did you say that it is a comedy when seen from afar, but a tragedy when seen from up close?.’
In the scenario 'Cierrot', the main character, the clown, degenerates into a monster that goes beyond 'normal', but in the eyes of society and the world, he is not a monster but a bug. It was the birth of a hero in difficult times under the guise of the awakening of a villain..
Inflection and Variation.
Now Director Ahn Ga-bok.
‘How many emotions should we show and how many should we hide? What about the numerous masks? If Kang Woo-jin does this,-’
After reading the scenario 'Cierrot', he was desperate for Kang Woo-jin's thoughts, but on the other hand, even if Woo-jin tried to do this, his greed and desire did not seem to change. It was director Anga Bok who liked ‘Cierrot’ that much. Especially the darkness mixed with laughter in this work..
It was a unique light and shade, and the harsh reality was keenly felt..
but.
“······Can I cook this piece?.”
Falling in love with a scenario and directing a scenario were completely different things. Director Anga Bok felt anxious for a moment. I was wondering if I could handle this enormous work. He is a spirit and an old man, so he can make wild guesses..
Then, unlike himself, director Ahn Ga-bok won the Palme d'Or after only his 100th film..
“Kang Woo-jin If that kid sees him, he'll snort..”
I was once again reminded of Woojin, who won Cannes' Best Actor Award in just two years. Yes, if I can't do it, I can find another good director. But this monster Kang Woo-jin has to do to shine. Let’s not hastily judge whether to be the messenger or the director of this work..
-Palak.
Director Ga-bok Ang once again unfolded the first chapter of the 'Cierrot' scenario. Because I was about to go into analysis, including reading..
Note that.
-Palak.
Starting today, director Ang Bok was scheduled to stay in LA for a few days..
A few days later on November 4th. L.A..
Around afternoon. A huge amusement park in the center of Hollywood. No, it is ‘Columbia Studios’, a distribution/film company called one of Hollywood’s ‘Big Five’. There are well over 30 sets with the word “Stage” written on them, and there are filming locations with various concepts. Even now, the section where there was no filming was overflowing with tourists..
In the main building inside 'Columbia Studios', various stories related to film production and planning were being exchanged at this moment..
It was natural because it was such a large distribution and film company in Hollywood..
Of course, the same goes for ‘clown’.
Familiar and unfamiliar foreigners are gathered in a large meeting room in the main building. We sat around a L-shaped desk. Maybe fifteen people? Among them, there are a total of 4 foreigners that stand out. They were Columbia Studios executives who recently had a meeting with director Anga Bok, including a man with a bald head and glasses..
The overall meeting may have already come to an end, but the people gathered are talking casually rather than having a serious conversation..
“But has director Ahn Ga-bok contacted us yet??”
One of the executives, a man with a pot-bellied stomach, brought up the story of Director Ang Bok. The employee sitting nearby shook his head..
“yet.”
The pot-bellied executive crossed his arms and snorted..
“Hmm - the decision is taking longer than expected..”
Another foreign executive added:.
“You must be worried. Not only the language, but the film production systems of Hollywood and Korea are completely different. Clearly, this is not an easy decision. It hasn't been long since 'Leech' received the 'Palm Golden Award'..”
“But if it takes too long, we have to consider a second best option. Because time is expensive.”
“of course. However, there is a promised period, so let's wait a little longer..”
“‘Have you read the entire script for ‘Cierrot’??”
“I said I would read it right away, so I guess.”
At this time, the bald-headed foreigner who was sitting around them and who talked the most with director Anga Bok rubbed his chin..
“I really hope that director Ahn Ga-bok will direct this work. It would be quite a shame if he refused.”
In fact, the appointment of a director for the movie 'Clierot' was discussed not only by the film company but also by the general producer. No one had any disagreement about director Ang Bok taking the lead. Well, even if someone was dissatisfied, it didn't really matter. In the first place, Hollywood's production system was thoroughly specialized..
Once the distributor/film company decides on the director, that's it..
Although they consult with the producer, the rest of the team does not express much dissatisfaction with the director's appointment. Is it true that I don't care? Anyway, while Director Ahn Ga-bok was talking about it, an exec with a big belly changed the subject..
“Director Ahn Ga-bok brought up the story of Kang Woo-jin, right? It seemed like they wanted to include him in the movie..”
“I understand, director Ahn Ga-bok and Kang Woo-jin worked together to create an issue at Cannes. Above all, Kang Woo-jin is the key character in ‘Leech’..”
“Well, Kang Woo-jin’s acting in ‘Leech’ was so realistic and fantastical that it was absurd..”
“We saw the performance on the screen, but director Anga Bok must have seen it right in front of us. It's strange that I don't fall in love.”
The topic changed to Kang Woo-jin and a bald-headed foreigner joined in..
“It must have been unimaginable pain for us to complete such a monstrous performance. They must have invested a huge amount of time and analyzed it until they died. Otherwise, it would be impossible to act across such methods as if the role had come to life..”
“I agree. I can't even guess how much time it took for 'Leech'. I probably spent everything except the time I spent eating and going to the bathroom. No, I might have poured everything into it..”
“However, this time the situation is different from ‘Leech’. I don't know how much time Director Ahn Ga-bok chose Kang Woo-jin and gave him, but our 'clown' must create and create a character within a limited time and show it to everyone. All actors on the casting board are the same.”
Referring to an audition or screen test.
“A task in which all actors are given equal time, and in which they perform to their best. That's the difference between a 'leech' and a 'clown'. Of course, Kang Woo-jin's value is high, but there are concerns about the difference..”
“He's already been added to our casting board, but he's a bit of a risk. It's also my first experience in Hollywood..”
“There will already be a war between the actors, but unlike 'Leech', if there is tension in a limited time, there is a possibility that it will be shaken..”
Kang Woo-jin's evaluation was neither mild nor excessive. Although his recognition has increased thanks to the 'Best Actor' award at the Cannes Film Festival and his involvement with Miley Kara, it is undoubtedly true that Hollywood is unfamiliar to Woojin. Conversely, Hollywood has never experienced Kang Woo-jin. Moreover, when Hollywood hires actors, they tend to do so very tightly..
Still, one thing is certain.
“Even so, there is no doubt that Kang Woo-jin is an interesting actor..”
Unlike in the past, Kang Woo-jin's popularity in Hollywood has soared to the point where he is mentioned along with many other Hollywood actors. After continuing the conversation for several dozen minutes, the people slowly stood up. Looks like he's trying to wrap up a fairly long meeting..
It was then.
“hmm?”
An executive with a bald head and glasses paused. Because my cell phone was emitting a ringtone. After continuing to talk on the phone for a while, he suddenly smiled, and the bald executive lowered his cell phone and spoke definitively to the people around him..
“Director Ahn Ga-bok is said to be taking on the role of ‘Cierrot’..”
Meanwhile, Korea.
Contrary to LA, where it was afternoon, it was morning in Korea. Around 9 o'clock. Kang Woo-jin could be found in a large filming studio in Seoul. Kang Woo-jin sits alone in the front, where dozens of cameras and lighting staff are gathered, with the Netflix logo and the title of 'Beneficial Evil' written on the back wall..
The outfit is a navy suit and the hair and makeup are fully set..
All cameras and staff were moving just for Kang Woo-jin. The reason was simple. Woojin is now on the verge of filming an introduction video for the promotion and marketing of ‘Beneficial Evil’. Since these are videos that will be released before the teaser or trailer, it is right to film them in advance. One of the scheduled schedules is for Kang Woo-jin's solo, and one is for all the main and supporting actors of 'Beneficial Evil' to appear..
There were two concepts:.
Considering that only actor Kang Woo-jin is currently visible in this studio, it looks like it was being filmed for a solo cut. Several staff members are around Woojin, who is sitting on a prop chair in the center of the filming zone, fixing his makeup..
“······”
Of course, Kang Woo-jin closed his eyes with a solemn face, but thoughts that were far from the concept were prevalent inside..
‘Sir, are you suddenly craving tteokbokki? Sundae too. If you dip sundae in tteokbokki soup and mix it with a glass of soju, it will be great.-’
Of course, because of his brutal schedule, Kang Woo-jin had to skip meals more often. He takes care of the staff as much as possible, but when he is busy, he often forgets things. Still, on days like this when I suddenly felt like I wanted to eat something, I had to eat it no matter what..
At this time, a bearded man approached..
-Sigh.
It was producer Song Man-woo, who was handling the entire studio, wearing a hat. When he caught on, the staff who were fixing Woojin's makeup left. Producer Song Man-woo, who showed the filming storyboard to Woo-jin, briefly explained,.
“We have to start filming 'Beneficial Evil' right after lunch, so there's no need to put too much effort into this filming. Just say the designated lines in moderation. I'll take care of the rest with the editing..”
“Okay, PD. I'll do it as usual.”
Producer Song Man-woo suddenly loses his voice..
“Woojin than that. When are you planning on opening Miley Kara Gun? In the morning, I saw that rumors had spread among foreign media outlets and public opinion, and in Korea, even abusive articles were already pouring in. It was heated properly. If you raise the flame any higher, the pot will burn..”
They say that further hooking will damage their image. Soon, Kang Woo-jin answered with an indifferent face..
“It was already time to open..”
A few hours after this.
Before we knew it, Kang Woo-jin had moved from Seoul to Yeoncheon, Gyeonggi-do. A very large set complex of 'Beneficial Evil'. Of course, it was just before filming and Kang Woo-jin was holding a sharp knife in his hand..
-Sooooo.
‘Jang Yeon-woo’ was brought up. The staff was once again surprised..
“Every time I see Woojin right before filming, I don't get goosebumps.?”
“that's right. I'm usually calm, but as soon as I put a camera on it, I suddenly change like a lightning bolt..”
“It's somehow become more intense than 'Profiler Hanryang'. The emotional switch also became faster. It was ridiculous back then, but when I look at Woojin these days, it really seems like ‘Jang Yeonwoo’ is living in reality..”
Even saying “in a flash” is not enough. The assimilation process is shorter than before, but the concentration has become thicker. Moreover, with the addition of ‘freedom of role’, it becomes several times more flexible..
“Hi-Action!!”
‘It would be no different from ‘clown’..
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