The Greatest Showman

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Hearing Andy's words, Renly raised his eyebrows slightly. He originally thought it would be a new work, but after thinking about it, there are fewer and fewer new creations on Broadway and the West End, and the trend cannot be reversed. , the classic masterpiece is still the best choice. "Film or theater?"

The words that came to Andy's mouth couldn't help choking, and the smile became brighter. Renly was always so keen, everyone heard "Les Miserables", the first reaction will be a drama, the last movie adaptation is still far away 1998; plus the past few months, Andy has been looking for the right drama for Renly... but Renly sees through his tricks.

"Film." Andy said the answer calmly, "This project has actually been in the dust for 23 years. It was first in the hands of Columbia Pictures, but no one dared to challenge this subject, and musical adaptations are always lacking. Some highlights, after tossing and turning, came to Universal Pictures... I know, listen to me and continue."

Universal Pictures, this is really an interesting reincarnation.

"Even though this is a Universal project, Cameron McIntosh still owns the first producer rights and Universal is not going to interfere," Andy explained quickly and simply.

"Cameron?" Renly lowered his jaw meaningfully.

Cameron McIntosh, who was the original producer of the English version of "Les Miserables", is known as a gold medal producer, and he also produced "The Phantom of the Opera" and "Miss Saigon." Three of the four classic musicals. However, he never tried to make a movie, always sticking to the theatrical field, and it seems that "Les Miserables" will be his first attempt.

Obviously, Universal Pictures was also worried that the remake of the classic would be screwed up, so Cameron was brought in. However, success is also Xiao He, and defeat is also Xiao He. Cameron's experience can be a weapon, but it can also become a prison that restrains change and innovation.

"Yes, Cameron is forming the cast. Tom Hooper has been confirmed as the director, and the main role is now entering the second round of screening. The first round ended a month ago." Andy continued. , "However, this is Hollywood, don't worry too much. I've talked to Cameron, and he's willing to watch your audition. No, he should be looking forward to seeing your audition."

For no-ones, the first and second rounds of screening are very important; but for top superstars, it is normal to skip the preliminary audition and go directly to the final screening. Renly isn't a superstar yet, but he's no longer a nobody.

Andy put his hands on his chubby belly, the corners of his mouth were still habitually smiling, his eyes narrowed into a slit because of the smile, and through the slit, he carefully looked at Renly's expression and added, " I know you've been looking forward to being able to get back on the stage, but now that there are fewer and fewer scripts worth challenging in the West End and Broadway, you need to really calm down and choose slowly."

It's only been three months since Renly told Andy that he wants to take on the drama again, and that's still not enough time; not to mention, it's still the busiest time of the awards season. Andy used the contacts of the creative artist agency to launch a carpet-like search. He even went to Off-Broadway to find suitable works, but this was looking for a needle in a haystack, and it was difficult.

However, Andy did not take the initiative to take credit or shirk responsibility, but just expressed his opinion in a factual manner, "'Les Miserables' is a good opportunity. Under the supervision of Cameron McIntosh, the film will still be To restore the original to the greatest extent, it can almost be regarded as a drama performance; moreover, the director is Tom Hooper, who is also British, and has a TV series background, I think his understanding of drama should also be worthy of recognition.”

In the two sentences, Andy's true body as a drama layman was completely exposed.

Movies and plays are completely different, because the camera and stage are completely different, the way of performance, the content of presentation, and even the understanding of characters are completely different. The reason why Renly wanted to return to the stage was on the one hand to polish his basic skills and on the other hand to feel the oppressive feeling of being in close contact with the audience on the stage.

Also, Tom Hooper is a television director. His understanding of drama is the standard of TV stations, which is stable. Whether it is "The King's Speech" or "Les Miserables", his camera sense is too TV, without the deconstruction and depth of the big screen. Renly always believes that after the 21st century, the most "water" Oscar best director is Tom Hooper.

On top of that, the way plays are performed is very different. There are fixed performances every day, and each performance has a different audience, which means that every day needs to face a new test and deliver 100% excellent performances, and every day needs to deal with different challenges. Difficulties and challenges are always present during the show and are updated every day.

But the movie does not. During the shooting, mistakes can be repeated over and over again. After shooting a scene, there is no need to worry about the future, and other things can be left to post-production. All tests are one-time only.

But Renly didn't ridicule Andy, he specializes in art, and everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses. He needs to stick to his actor's stance, but he also needs the professional opinions of Andy and Roy, "Which role are you auditioning for? "

"Marius." Andy tapped his belly with his fingertips, feeling a little more relaxed.

Renly folded his chin in understanding, "An unsurprising answer."

In the original work of "Les Miserables", the hero Jean Valjean is a character who has experienced vicissitudes of life.

Years of hard labor; then spent ten years becoming mayor; after the identity of the former prisoner was revealed, he became a gardener incognito for five years; finally, after suffering, Ran died on the bed at home.

It can be said that this is a character with a very large age span, from youth to old age. In theatrical performances, it is often difficult for makeup techniques to create such an earth-shaking effect in a short period of time. Therefore, the adaptation drama locks the age in Ran's middle-aged period, condensing the time span as much as possible.

The same goes for Jean Valjean's nemesis Javert, who have experienced the same span of time. However, in addition to these two roles, Fantine, Cosette, and Marius are all young roles, between the ages of about eighteen and twenty-five, which are important opportunities for young actors.

Marius is one of the most important characters in the whole film.

Handsome and handsome, with a privileged family background, but full of ambition, he is a revolutionary youth by the standards of the nineteenth century. His father was Napoleon's colonel and was made a baron, and he was raised by his royal grandfather, who always hated his Bonaparte father. But after the death of his father who loved him dearly, he gradually understood the revolution and the republic, abandoned the material enjoyment of his grandfather's family, inherited his father's military rank and title, became a staunch republican, and joined the uprising. Later, Marius got acquainted with Cosette and fell in love with her, which involved Cosette and Jean Valjean in the torrent of the times.

Choosing Renly to audition for Marius was a fitting decision.

"Well, are there any requirements for the audition?" Renly said neatly without expressing his chin.

However, the affirmative answer was a bit too neat and tidy, but Andy was surprised, "You have no opinion?"

Renly chuckled, "Of course I have an opinion, I'm expecting a drama, not a movie. That's the essential difference. But, your words make sense, Cameron McIntosh's version of 'tragic' The world', even in film, still retains the qualities of drama, and for the director, the challenge is huge; for the actor, the essence is still the same."

In Tom Hooper's version of "Les Miserables", there are not many innovative parts, and the performance part is basically copied from the stage version, and even many actors are actually from Broadway and London's West End. The way of performance, the content of performance, and the intensity of performance are almost no different from the stage play.

In fact, this is also the reason why Russell Crowe was scolded by film critics. As a pure film actor, the gap between Russell and other actors is not only in singing skills, but also in stage performance and character interpretation. There is an indelible gap. Tom directed the film in a stage play, and all of Russell's shortcomings were exposed. How could film critics approve it?

"I'm looking forward to the polishing of the basic skills, the control of the stage, and the communication with the audience. However, if you can't find a suitable project, the movie version of 'Les Miserables' is indeed the most sensible choice at this stage." Renly smiled. Said, "At least, all the tests in the audition stage, it is almost the same as the stage play."

Now Renly has already started to conceive in his mind, which part of Marius should he perform, or whether he should perform Shakespeare in an ingenious way, these are the homework of the Royal Academy of Drama, and they are familiar with it. Even before it started, Renly's blood began to boil as he recalled those years again, and the experience of standing on the stage to show himself.

"...Yes." Andy was a little surprised. "The audition requires a drama performance, which can be sent by e-mail, preferably ninety to one hundred and twenty seconds. Is it the same for the stage play?"

"Yes. The only difference is that we are performing on the stage, not the camera lens." Renly's calm and contented look fell into Andy's eyes, thoughtful.

It was only now that Andy really understood the difference between a film actor and a theater actor. In Renly's body, there is a shock and infection after getting out of the camera, which is really subtle and cannot be described in words. Andy couldn't help but start thinking: what would Renly be like standing on a stage in the West End or Broadway?

"What's more, I believe you won't surrender." Renly's voice came over again, interrupting Andy's thoughts, and then Andy saw the playful look in Renly's eyes, Renly knew, I know the purpose of my visit to London this time, and I also know the information that I have withheld.

Andy smiled and patted his belly with his fingertips, and asked curiously, "Are you guessing? Are you sure?"

"I'm sure now." Renly's answer made Andy chuckle softly, while Nathan, who was sitting next to him, was at a loss.

Fortunately, Andy didn't continue to go around in circles, and the next step was to cut to the point, "This time I came to London, mainly because there is a suitable project here, and I want to talk to them in person." A drama that must be rushed back for a while , which is why.

"So, whose work is it tonight?" After a circle, I finally returned to the first question after meeting today.

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