Chapter 412 Audition (Part 2)
A large conference room, with more than two hundred people together, they are all actors who came to audition this time.
These people were selected by Houston's assistants. Many of them have worked hard in Hollywood for many years, including some first-line stars who are already well-known.
In addition to Monroe and Hepburn, He Chi also discovered a familiar face - Sean Connery, the world's first generation actor of 007.
This tall and handsome man was called the "sexiest man" at the time. He appeared before while filming a movie. The anecdote that the husband of the too handsome heroine found the set because he was jealous.
However, Sean Connery's fame at this time cannot be compared with the other two women. Whether it is Hepburn or Monroe, both of them have surpassed Sean Conner, who has not won any major awards. profit.
People's eyes were also focused on the two people, especially those girls who longed to become famous in one fell swoop. The eyes of the two people were full of fiery eyes.
Director John Houston clapped his face "The previous script has been sent to everyone. I want to know how much you know about the concept of 007. Is anyone willing to talk about it first."
Most of the actors remain silent. Without clarifying the director's attitude, it is risky to answer questions rashly. Experienced people will first look at other people's performance before making decisions.
But there are always a few unique people in the more than 200 people. A short-haired girl who had just entered the industry for a few years knew that she had no chance, so she simply raised her hand high.
"Okay, finally someone is willing to answer, so this lady... Well, sorry, please ask your name." John Houston took the initiative to give up his position.
The little girl opposite "Barbara Felton" stood up and walked up excitedly.
It was only then that everyone realized that this girl was so tall, and she had reached 1.75 meters without wearing high heels.
This is actually not an advantage. This height will narrow your acting path when playing. Think about how tall a female who has to wear high heels reaches 1.85 meters. It is necessary to see how tall a male actor needs to be with a woman who has reached 1.85 meters. Only by playing with her? Which protagonist is willing to sacrifice personal attention on the screen to praise her?
He Chi took a few more glances at this girl who looked a little immature, and he had some impression of this face.
Barbara Felton, a model, has been silent in Hollywood until she starred in a spy-themed TV comedy in 1965 and was not considered a firm foothold in the industry.
This TV series was nominated for an Emmy Award and was finally introduced to China in the 1980s. It is one of his few actors who know the name.
Ms. Felton stood in front of the stage and cleared her throat. "As far as I know, 007 is a legend of the intelligence community that traveled through the two world wars. It is said to be a super agent trained by British MI6." br>
"According to legend, he has his shadow in several major events that have influenced the direction of the world, and he is omnipresent and omnipotent in the story. A story involving him can probably be published separately. "
The Houston director nodded, "Very good, Miss Felton, then do you think he really exists?"
When this question was raised, a faint laugh came from the room, and someone whispered "How is that possible..."
Felton thought for a while and said, "I've checked the information, After the war, a source specifically asked MI6 for confirmation, and the other party denied that there was such a person. However, I personally would believe it."
"Why? What is your reason?" Houston asked unexpectedly .
"There is no reason." The girl spreads her slender hands. "007 is like a stimulating and handsome dream. I am an actor. If I don't believe in this dream, then what else can I do? What about bringing happiness to the audience? ”
The scene suddenly became quiet, and an interested smile appeared on Hepburn's face, and Monroe was also thinking.
"Very good, very good!" Houston gently clapped his hands. "Hollywood is a dream theater. We dream makers should first believe in our dreams."
"I think Miss Felton is very suitable for me."
To play one of our main supporting roles, please sit here first, there will be a special audition later."
Hmm~~~
A small sigh came from the crowd next to it. Unexpectedly, a simple conversation made a little girl take the lead, and some people secretly regret why they didn't stand up just now.
With a role model, the whole atmosphere began to become active. Most people's review was completed that afternoon, and only a dozen lucky people got the opportunity to audition.
Although the eliminated person was a little depressed, he was not in a hurry to leave, because the highlight is the following, and the national treasure-level actors from Britain and the United States will audition for the heroine. He Chi read the script and found that the plot was actually related to what happened in Heisenberg Laboratory back then. Although it was adapted a lot during the process, the overall structure was quite different - 007 and the heroine sneaked into the evil Germans. The laboratory destroyed the German nuclear program and bought time for the Allied victory.
The background of the heroine looks very familiar, British, a genius in makeup, not good at guns, but strong will, impulsive and acts with some emotion...
This Isn't it Jima?
If that girl knew she was on the screen, she wouldn't know what kind of expression she would have.
And the auditions for Hepburn and Monroe are about to begin.
The first one was the British girl, and Sean Connery played with him as 007.
The two people performed the scene of the first meeting between the two sides.
"Stop! Mr. 007, I don't think I can trust you!" Hepburn looked at Sean Connery with a small prop pistol with a vigilant look on his face. A touch of light appeared on his originally beautiful face instantly. Heroic.
"Relax, Miss Heidi, I think our purpose is consistent...we are not enemies." Sean Connery wore a grey windbreaker with a deep and magnetic tone.
The rivalry between the two people is natural, and all the lines are basically passed in one go. Although He Chi sees such a performance a bit out of reality, it should be considered exciting for the audience.
When both sides walked off the stage, applause rang out around them, which was recognized by practitioners.
No mistakes, one poem, one post, one content, one in 6, one book, one bar, one read!
It's Monroe's turn.
"Stop, stop! 007, well, you are not worthy of my trust~"
The same lines became completely different when Monroe said. Not only were there any errors in the lines, but they also lacked the decisiveness that the agents should have. "Why does it sound like you're acting cute?" someone muttered softly below.
When Monroe stepped down, only polite applause rang out loud, and anyone with a discerning eye could see that this woman who attracted half of the American gaze had a smash on the stage.
Out of taking care of Monroe's emotions, Houston did not announce the result immediately, but just asked everyone to go back and wait for the news.
But anyone with a little professionalism knows that unless the Houston director is blind, Monroe will never be selected this time.
When he left, He Chi saw Monroe leaning against the corner alone, her body trembling slightly, and her bright red nails inserted into her palm, as if she was still exerting force.
He Chi knew that at this time, Monroe's physical health had serious problems, and neurological diseases and drug addiction were tormenting her one after another, which made her business almost impossible. She was deeply involved in the news of peach colors, and she did not have a complete work in 1962.
And after half a year, Monroe will die strangely in her apartment.
Houston seemed to want to walk over and say something, but the sound of brakes at the door interrupted him.
A pure black extended Lincoln stopped beside the road, and a guard in a suit walked over.
A middle-aged man leaves the black car and walks towards Monroe with escorts.
The people around him subconsciously avoided him.
Because the person who came was an absolute big shot - the subordinate of the once powerful Congressman McCarthy, the current Attorney General of the United States, and the younger brother of US President Kennedy - Robert Kennedy.
(This chapter ends)