The night in New York is already deep, but the brightly lit Manhattan Island shows no sign of silence at all. The noise and noise floating in the air make the summer restlessness even more turbulent, and groups of young people on the street are enjoying themselves. Enjoy the wanton and publicity of youth.
Pushing open the side door, Renly walked to the street first, then pulled the door handle, and when Tom and Steven both came out, he closed the door again, "Sorry, the lounge is full, I'm not sure Are you used to talking on the street, I hope it's not too rude."
Renly's humble but humorous words managed to make Tom chuckle, "I don't mind that it's not the point, as long as you don't mind, it's fine."
Renly raised his eyebrows slightly, "I thought this conversation was due to my short absence just now, which made you less satisfied with the service. But now, my guess seems to be wrong."
Tom laughed twice, turned to look at Steven, and handed over the initiative of the conversation.
"Cough." Steven cleared his throat, attracting Renly's gaze, "We want to formally invite you to tell you the news in person, and welcome you to be a part of the 'War in the Pacific' crew." Now that the decision has been made Now, Steven didn't fidget any more, and expressed his intention very readily.
However, there is a mystery in the words, and they convey their formality and respect in an understatement, as if to give Renly the highest treatment - the presence of the two top gods in the Hollywood pyramid in person, which is indeed the glory of any actor. Inadvertently, Ren Li was grateful, and it is estimated that no newcomer would not be moved by it.
If Renly had not lived in two generations, and could see through the warmth and affection of human beings, it would be inevitable at this time; but Renly knew that Tom and Steven obviously did not come here specially for him-there was a small misunderstanding between the two sides when ordering food. , it's just that in the past few hours, they don't know what happened and made them change their minds. However, that didn't matter to Renly, what mattered was that he got the role!
The ecstasy swept over in an instant, like a tornado from the soles of the feet to the top of the head, the numbness caused a stormy wave in the blood vessels.
He did it, he really did it, he really won the first role in his life with his own strength, and he really embarked on the path of being an actor! After the rebirth, all hesitation, all confusion, and all uncertainty disappeared at this moment, and his hard work, his persistence, and his hard work finally paid off. Although this was only a small step, it was the first time in his two lifetimes that he had truly achieved his goal according to his own thoughts. The joy was so turbulent that it was a little out of control.
He clenched his fist, and then clenched his fist again, and the tightly contracted fist firmly grasped all the excitement, excitement, rejoicing, joy and happiness in the palm of his hand.
"Are you serious?" Renly's voice couldn't help but tremble a little, and he coughed lightly in embarrassment, "I thought I needed to continue waiting for news."
Steven shrugged, "It's just an advance news. In the next two days, the news will be notified to each actor's agent one after another. Just wait and enter the crew."
"Uh... I don't have an agent for now." Renly arrived in New York less than three months ago, and is slowly getting acquainted with life here.
Although he was approached by four or five agents during his off-Broadway performances, in Renly's view, two of them were liars, two of them were only hype without real strength, and only one looked good. Okay, he's not in a hurry for the time being. Such an important partner as a broker would rather be in short supply than indiscriminate.
"War in the Pacific" was an open audition, and they posted a job posting at the Screen Actors Guild, and anyone who met the criteria could participate. This is Renly's first official audition. First, although it is just a TV series, not a movie, the opportunity is indeed rare. Second, Renly also hopes to test the waters, at least to understand the operation of the film industry.
So, when the afternoon audition was over, I was told to "wait for notification", a little disappointed, but not too depressed. Unexpectedly, things have turned around now.
"No agent? Don't worry, the Actors Guild will send an agent." Steven waved his hand. It is very common for new actors to have no agent. The American entertainment industry has matured, and there are corresponding solutions." We will contact the Actors Guild directly, and they will send an agent to help you with follow-up matters."
"If you have any requirements for the remuneration, you can ask the public agent sent to you by the Screen Actors Guild, and then we will discuss it." Tom, who was standing next to him, suddenly added, and Steven glanced at Tom with a hint of confusion in his eyes. The speechless look made Renly smile.
Tom is the chairman of the Screen Actors Guild of America, constantly running for the interests of actors, and is highly respected among actors. In this regard, Tom and Steven, who is a producer, are worlds apart.
"I believe HBO will give me a reasonable number." Lan Litang said solemnly, making the two big bosses look sideways again, and then he couldn't help showing a smile.
As a rookie actor, in fact, Renly doesn't have much bargaining power in winning the film; what's more, for Renly, "War in the Pacific" is his first official performance in front of the camera, and acting is what he needs to pay attention to. Focus.
Notifying Renly that the task was complete, Steven turned around and was about to leave, but after hesitating for a moment, he asked again, "Do you have a role you hope to play when you audition this afternoon?"
In the recruitment information of the Actors Guild of America, there is a brief introduction to the four core roles, which is conducive to narrowing the choice of actors. However, the pre-determined Eugene was not on the role list. Steven was just curious as to which role had prompted Renly to choose the afternoon's performance.
"No." Renly replied unexpectedly, "I just wanted to try it out. However, I didn't use the clip I prepared in advance." The following words did not continue, Renly just looked at Tom, and this At a glance.
Tom shrugged innocently and expressed his innocence, "Don't worry, you will definitely be useful in the future."
Steven paused for a moment, then relieved. Perhaps, this is fate, one accident after another, led to the replacement of the default Joseph and Renly to replace it. That being the case, let's see where fate will lead them. It wasn't until this moment that Steven fully embraced Renly's role as Eugene.
"So, which character did I end up getting?" Renly asked curiously.
Tom and Steven exchanged glances, and finally Steven gave the answer, "Eugene."
Renly clenched his fist secretly. The difficult challenges and exciting opportunities made the adrenaline burst out completely. There is no doubt that Eugene was the most difficult performer in the "Pacific War", which also means that Renly's first The actual combat will usher in a severe test. But he was not timid at all, not even nervous, and his excitement was like fireworks blooming deep in his pupils.
After sending Tom and Steven away, Renly returned to the backstage of the bar. At this time, Jason's performance was over. Jason walked off the stage and had a close communication with the audience. The scene was not crowded and it was fun. The sight is different.
Stanley, who was constantly watching the movement at the door, was the first to spot Renly and greeted him in two steps in three steps, but before he could finish speaking, Neil sprinted over and asked first, "How's it going? How's it going? What are they looking for from you?"
Renly deliberately sold out, did not answer, looked at Neil and Stanley quietly, the two of them couldn't help holding their breath, and their movements immediately stopped, and then Renly said, "I got the role. ."
A simple sentence, but it weighs a thousand pounds. The two people in front of them were stunned for a while, and then Neil raised his head and laughed loudly, "Haha, I knew it, I knew it!" Neil jumped up and down, shouting, "Think they have vision! I know it! "
Stanley didn't lose his temper, but he also showed a big smile and gave Renly a big hug, "Congratulations, congratulations! Although I know it's only a matter of time before you become a top superstar, I didn't expect everything to come so quickly, I still Thinking of letting you stay here for a few more months."
Renly laughed dumbly, "Isn't it too early to say this? You must know that there are not 100,000 or 80,000 second-tier actors in the United States who can't find jobs. What's more, I haven't even met the third-tier side." Yu's performances on Broadway in the past few months can barely be regarded as 11th-tier and 12th-tier amateur actors.
Such a witty tone made Stanley smile even brighter, "I'm starting to worry now that I won't be able to find such excellent cheap labor in the future. You must know that every time you take the stage to save the scene, the audience's response is exceptional, Even more popular than many professional musicians."
"I Have a Scroll of Ghosts and Gods"
"That's because they all know my face." Renly said with a smile.
Stanley didn't buy it at all, "I'm serious. I know that you are just playing with music, and the actor is your source of motivation. But trust me, you are an excellent performer." Seriously, he said, "In order to make up for the loss of the bar, you should record all those songs as singles, and then give me all the proceeds."
"Haha." Renly was amused, laughing, and Tom's words before he left, "Thank you for your performance, I haven't felt real music in a long time," and Tom asked. He said the name of the song and repeated it twice in a low voice before turning around and leaving.
"You can cross your fingers and pray silently, maybe one day it will come true." Renly said jokingly, the words were obviously not serious, making Stanley speechless for a while, pointing to the busy scene in the bar, and Neil, who was sharing the good news of Renly with the rest of the wait staff, "I should go and help, if we still want to get off work on time."