Superstar

There are many characters in the story of "Scent of a Woman", but the core of the story is Lieutenant Colonel Frank Slade played by Al Pacino. Charlie played by Hugo has more than 80% of the scenes. It is a rivalry with Al. The spark between these two characters is the key to determining the quality of the whole movie.

Although there will be many actors participating in the filming in New York, the main characters are Al and Hugo. The presence of the two of them means that the crew is ready. The other actors can only be regarded as guest appearances, and the drama will not exceed three days at most. The shooting component. This is why Hugo only saw Al after arriving at the hotel.

The so-called rehearsal script mainly includes two parts. One is Martin's explanation of the character's setting, psychology, and motivation, and discussions with the actors, so that the actors have a deeper understanding of the whole work, so that they can better Grasp the role; one is Al and Hugo rehearsing some lines, not only to prepare for the first scene to be filmed, but also to find a tacit understanding between the actors, and it is a way for the director to observe the actors’ understanding of the role. .

　　Before the filming officially begins, the director and actors can make a preset about the shooting situation, and even if there is a problem, they can communicate in advance, which is very helpful for filming.

This is a very fresh experience for Hugo, because after entering the 21st century, people’s life is getting faster and faster, and the same is true for filming. The director is more accustomed to omitting the process of early rehearsal. The rehearsal is performed before the shooting, and the shooting is simply carried out after the rehearsal. Even in the early 1990s, there are not many film crews willing to spend time and energy on rehearsing before the film starts. Obviously, Martin is a relatively old-fashioned academic director.

　　 But two consecutive days of early rehearsal are obviously very effective for Hugo, the "novice". Originally, Martin hoped to cultivate the tacit understanding between Hugo and Al, and allow Al to better grasp the role of Lieutenant Colonel Slade. After all, in Martin’s perception: Hugo is already an actor with rich filming experience. , And with the "Death Poetry Club" in front, the role of Charlie is not difficult for Hugo; but unexpectedly, it provides a lot of convenience for Hugo.

The crew of 　　 was officially launched soon. Since it was produced at a low cost, there was no grand opening ceremony, but the filming started after all the crew members were in place.

The first scene Martin chose was the scene in which Lieutenant Colonel Slade and Charlie stayed at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. Lieutenant Colonel Slade half-forced and half threatened Charlie to come to New York with him. Lieutenant Colonel Slade obviously I was planning to enjoy this vacation, but Charlie was uneasy, not only because Lieutenant Colonel Slade’s arrival in New York was beyond the scope of his **** work, but also because he had something that might change his destiny in the school. It made Charlie a little anxious, he always wanted to leave.

"Hugo, you are standing next to the sofa, and our camera will be here." The screenwriter took the script and explained in detail the filming sequence, camera direction and positioning route of the scene, "Then Al you turned and walked straight. Hugo, you must follow Al right behind, and after a card, our camera will be changed there." The dramatist pointed to the opposite position and walked to stand behind the sofa, pointing specifically to the position here. "In order to be able to catch the camera, don't take the wrong route."

　　 After all the narratives were explained, Hugo and Al rehearsed the script twice, and walked through the whole scene as a formal filming. Only then did the narrative inform Martin that it was time to start filming.

　　 Generally speaking, in the first scene of a movie, in order to get a good start, relatively simple and easy scenes are selected for shooting. Of course, some directors are accustomed to shooting in chronological order, so there is no such exquisiteness. Martin's choice of this scene can be regarded as the first scene in New York, and at the same time it is not too difficult. It is a natural choice.

　　 When the lighting engineer confirmed the light for the last time, Hugo stood on the edge of the sofa, took a deep breath, and adjusted the slightly faster heartbeat rhythm. It’s amazing to say that when the shooting is about to start, Hugo is not too nervous anymore. Maybe the nervousness before has been vented, maybe it was the rehearsal of these two days that gave him confidence. In short, Hugo can use one. It is very rare to have a calm mood to welcome the first official main camera shot in my life.

　　 "Prepare." Martin's voice came from the side. Hugo stood on the side of the sofa, and cast his eyes on the actor who played the waiter Alho in front of him, and then relaxed, "Start shooting!"

　　 In this scene, Hugo didn't have a single line, all the focus was on Al, he only needs to show dazedness and submissiveness, so it is not difficult for Hugo. But soon, Martin's "card" voice came over. Hugo thought it was the end of the first scene, and wanted to change the camera position to continue shooting, but he didn't want Martin to shout, "Hugo, walk away." Mistake."

The astonishment on Hugo's face was directly expressed without any cover up, and the dumbfounded expression made Martin laugh without holding back, "Hugo, you just blocked the angle of shooting Al." Martin walked into the rain. Guo’s side pointed to the position on the back of the sofa, “The camera will shoot from there for a while. You originally held the sofa. Behind Al, and then move forward."

If it is in life, Hugo originally supported the sofa, but now he has to turn around and walk into the hall, and just turn around and move forward on the spot; but in the movie, it doesn’t work, he turns and walks along the 180-degree turn in life. Because of the shooting angle, Hugo's body shape will overlap with Al, thus blocking the angle of the camera to shoot Al. Therefore, Hugo must walk half a step forward, then circle an arc, go behind Al, and then take a step forward.

　　 This is the skill of positioning.

After understanding his mistake, Hugo patted his forehead annoyedly, and quickly apologized, "Sorry, it was my fault! Like an inexperienced novice, he made such a low-level mistake." At the time, the storytelling was actually explained, but the storytelling assumed that Hugo was rich in experience, so he took it for a while, and Hugo thought he understood it, so he didn’t raise any questions, and the result was wrong.

No one likes making mistakes, but Hugo obviously didn't mean it. His sincere apology and self-ridicule made the on-site staff laugh lightly. Al directly punched Hugo in the right arm, "Man, you made a mistake. I’m going to repeat all my lines just now."

Hugo looked at Al, his eyes narrowed slightly, "Isn't it all the last sentence?'Puerto Ricans, the best Marines.' That's it." Although Hugo has not played a major role. , But he still understands these contents, and he is not a complete rookie. The misalignment just now was only caused by a lack of understanding of the camera angle.

　　 Seeing that his joke had been exposed, Al suddenly blacked his face, "You have told the joke, what else is fun." This childish remark made all the crew laugh.

　　 Hugo knows that Al is consciously helping himself out. The actor's mistakes are unavoidable during the filming process, but the attitude of the actor after the mistake is very important, which plays a vital role in the atmosphere of the crew. Today, Al is telling Hugo with practical actions: bravely admit mistakes, use humor to resolve embarrassment, and humbly ask for advice... will all be the best way to resolve embarrassment after mistakes.

After 　　 went back to filming, everything went smoothly. The first scene was without any difficulty, and the second scene was easily completed. It was a good start for the crew of "Smelling Scents and Knowing Women".

"How is the wine in the room?" Lieutenant Colonel Slade, who was on the phone, suddenly said. Charlie, who was standing in front of the wine cabinet, was stunned. He looked back at the lieutenant colonel in a panic, and then looked at the wine again. Cabinet, "Uh..." He fiddled with the wine bottles on the shelf, bent down and read the label on it, "There are only Jim. Beam (American Corn Whiskey) and Early Years (Early. UU Reading www.uukanshu. comTimes, Times Bourbon whiskey) two kinds." Charlie obviously didn't expect the lieutenant colonel to start wanting to drink just when he arrived at the hotel, and he seemed a little uneasy.

　　 "Ah, the supply officer has bought it again!" Lieutenant Colonel Slade said sharply. The call was connected, and he immediately returned to the phone, "Hello, may I ask if Sheldon or Mark is there?"

　　 Charlie stood there, obviously wondering what the lieutenant colonel said just now. He was just a poor student, but he had never stayed in a five-star hotel. Naturally, he didn't know much about these things. Of course, Charlie was even more surprised: Why did the lieutenant colonel know this?

　　 "Ka!" Martin yelled happily, "Hugo, it's good, this paragraph is good just now."

　　 Hugo just said his first line after shooting. Although there was only one sentence, he didn't make any mistakes, and his expression and body were all in place. It was a good thing to pass in one shot. Hugo felt a little excited, standing in front of the camera performing a completely strange character, this feeling is very strange, but also very enjoyable.

But it’s a pity that, as Hugo said during the audition, Charlie was not the highlight of acting outburst most of the time. His character was constructed in every detail, and there were real tests of acting. The second half of the movie also took place in this luxurious suite, but Hugo still needs to wait slowly, even if he is already a little impatient and gearing up.

　　 "Hugo, the next scene, get ready!" Martin interrupted Hugo's aftertaste of the performance and continued the filming process. Hugo knew that his lines would become more and more in the future, which made him smile brightly, "Be ready at any time."