novellhall Chapter 152 [Aura of Professionalism in Film and Television +8] [4000]
Chapter 152 [Aura of Professionalism in Film and Television +8] [4000]
Chapter 152 [Aura of Professionalism in Film and Television +8] [4000] (Seeking Monthly Tickets)
In the red carpet interview area, the three were surrounded by major entertainment media.
"Jennifer, is this fiery girl outfit tonight a tribute to a movie?"
A reporter from "Entertainment Tonight" handed me the microphone.
Jennifer took a deep breath and smiled at the camera: "Yes, this brooch means a lot to me. It's not just an ornament, but also a symbol of Katniss's spirit. Wearing it, I feel connected to her again."
Having experienced frequent media coverage, Jennifer has found a way to deal with the media that suits her.
A purple attribute ball fell from Jennifer at just the right moment:
[Effortless and confident demeanor +7]
Chen Xun absorbed it quickly.
Chen Xun absorbed the experience and insights Jennifer had painstakingly summarized about dealing with the media.
Chen Xun felt increasingly natural standing in front of the media.
"Chen, this is your second time experiencing such a large-scale premiere. How does it compare to 'Green Lantern'? What are your expectations for the box office?"
Another reporter pressed for an answer.
Facing the camera, Chen Xun spoke calmly and confidently: "Every time is a brand new adventure. The Hunger Games is a unique world, and our entire crew has put in tremendous effort."
He paused, then looked at Jennifer and Liam, who were smiling beside him: "As for the box office, I believe the audience will give us a satisfactory answer!"
"Liam, as one of the parties in this love triangle, are you jealous seeing Chen Xun and Jennifer so popular?"
A reporter asked, half-jokingly.
Liam laughed and shrugged: "In the movies, Gale grew up with Katniss. I have my advantages!"
"As for off-screen, the three of us are very good friends. We went through a tough filming process together, and I'm only happy for them."
His answer was generous and humorous, eliciting laughter from the audience.
The red carpet event concluded amidst a continued enthusiastic atmosphere.
When the three entered the theater and arrived at the seating area reserved for the lead actors and VIPs, they breathed a slight sigh of relief.
But they are about to face their first major challenge.
The film will soon be screened for the first time in front of more than a thousand people, including the most demanding film critics, industry peers and lucky fans.
Their achievements over the past few months will be put to a final review in the next two hours.
As the lights dimmed, the Lionsgate logo appeared on the big screen.
The noisy theater quickly quieted down.
Chen Xun sat in the darkness, with Jennifer on his left, her body slightly tense, and Liam on his right, seemingly relaxed but tapping his fingers lightly on the armrest.
His level 5 emotional state was functioning smoothly, filtering out unnecessary tension and leaving only focused anticipation.
Chen Xun's calm demeanor also affected Jennifer and Liam, who were sitting next to him.
Their bodies gradually relaxed.
The movie begins.
The somber District Twelfth, Katniss's wary face —
Familiar visuals accompanied by perfectly timed sound effects.
Low gasps, soft laughter, and suppressed gasps could be heard from the audience from time to time.
The flickering lights on the big screen cast Chen Xun's face in alternating light and shadow.
The movie is in its second half.
The life-or-death struggles, scheming, and genuine emotions in the arena, accompanied by perfect editing and rousing soundtrack, captivate every viewer.
Even he, the actor who personally participated in the filming, was once again drawn into that world.
He watched Pita hiding in the crevice of the rock on the screen.
His face was covered in mud and disguise, but his eyes held fear and an unquenchable hope.
What flashed through my mind was a damp, cold morning in the North Carolina forest, as I repeatedly climbed on slippery rocks, adjusting my angle until my muscles memorized that state of frantic running.
Seeing Katniss standing guard alone in the tree reminded me of Jennifer, who was suspended by wires, her hair flying wildly in the wind, trying her best to keep her gaze firm.
Those mosquito bites, the mud-wrapping, the exhausting days and nights spent working tirelessly for a single shot —
At this moment, they have all been transformed into breathtaking scenes on the silver screen.
Just as Peeta was injured and Katniss was briefly cuddling in the cave in a peaceful moment, Chen Xun suddenly felt a chill on his right hand.
He paused slightly, then looked down.
It was Jennifer's hand.
She quietly reached her hand out from her side without her noticing, her fingers slightly cool.
They slipped through his fingers, intertwined, and held each other tightly.
Her palms were a little damp, whether from nervousness or something else, I don't know.
Chen Xun turned to look at her.
The light from the screen flowed across her face.
He could clearly see the tears still clinging to her long eyelashes, her eyes red-rimmed, and the tip of her nose slightly red.
Jennifer didn't look at him.
Her gaze remained fixed on the screen, but the slight trembling of her tightly pursed lips and jaw betrayed her emotions.
She was completely immersed in it as well.
Chen Xun neither pulled his hand away nor spoke, but simply tightened his grip slightly and squeezed back.
Liam, sitting on the other side of Chen Xun, seemed to notice something. He glanced at Chen Xun slightly, then casually turned back to the big screen, his lips twitching almost imperceptibly.
The movie is heading towards its climax.
Katniss took out the berries and looked at Peeta.
The theater was so quiet you could hear a pin drop; everyone seemed to be holding their breath.
Seneca Klin angrily announced the two winners.
The end credits music begins.
The subtitles started scrolling.
The entire theater was silent.
The stands were completely dark; no one moved, and no one spoke.
Chen Xun felt Jennifer tighten her grip on his hand suddenly, her nails almost digging into the back of his hand.
His heart skipped a beat.
He subconsciously glanced at the profiles of director Gary and author Susan in the front row; they sat stiffly, motionless.
The producer next to me seemed to have a reflective glare on his forehead, probably from cold sweat.
Liam's breathing also became heavier.
I don't know how much time has passed.
Chen Xun and the others felt like most of a day had passed!
Suddenly, from some corner of the audience, came the first clear applause.
"Slap! Slap! Slap!"
Then, like sparks igniting dry grass, a second, a third—
The entire theater was filled with enthusiastic applause.
Someone started whistling!
Someone shouted, "That's awesome!"
More people clapped loudly, as if to release all their inner emotions.
"call!"
Chen Xun clearly heard himself, Jennifer, and the director and producer in the front row all breathe a sigh of relief almost simultaneously.
Jennifer breathed a sigh of relief, loosened her grip, and slapped Chen Xun's thigh hard.
"Holy crap! That scared me to death! We're awesome!"
The lights slowly came on.
The audience members all stood up.
The applause didn't stop; instead, it grew even more enthusiastic.
Many people still had wet tear stains or flushed faces of excitement as they searched for the location of the main creative team.
Theater staff quickly guided the audience.
Chen Xun, Jennifer, Liam, director Gary, and Susan were invited onto a small stage that had been temporarily set up in front.
When they stepped onto the stage and faced the more than a thousand audience members who were still standing and applauding, a new round of applause and cheers erupted once again.
Especially when Jennifer and Chen Xun appeared, the screams almost lifted the roof off the theater.
After a brief opening, the host handed the microphone to director Gary, whose eyes were moist.
"I—I don't know what to say."
Director Gary, microphone in hand, his voice slightly choked, paused to compose himself before saying, "Thank you everyone. This film represents so much of our hard work, and seeing your reactions makes it all worthwhile!"
He turned to Susan beside him: "Susan, you have the most right to judge. Does this match your image of Panem?"
Susan took the microphone.
Even this female writer, known for her rationality and composure, could not hide her excitement at this moment.
She looked around at the audience, her voice firm: "When I wrote The Hunger Games, I had images, sounds, and emotions in my mind. Tonight on the screen, I not only saw them, I felt them."
"Thank you Gary, thank you to all the actors, especially Jennifer and Chen Xun, you gave Katniss and Peeta a life that transcends words. This is my Hunger Games."
"
Her words are the most authoritative endorsement of the film.
The applause of the audience was thunderous.
The formal Q&A session has begun.
The media's cameras and the audience's expectant gazes focused on it.
A Hollywood Reporter film critic was the first to ask Chen Xun: "Chen, your portrayal of Peeta is impressive, especially the restrained affection and the explosive power at crucial moments. This is very different from the flat, gentle boyfriend image in many teen movies. How did you construct this complex character?"
As the question was asked, a purple attribute orb fell from the film critic's body:
[Aura of professionalism in the film and television industry +8]
The question is very technical.
Chen Xun absorbed it quickly.
A professional aura, unique to film critics, combining theoretical knowledge and sharp commentary, instantly blended with his own personal aura.
At that moment, the film critic, who had been waiting for a reply after asking a question, suddenly saw his colleague.
Chen Xun quickly organized his thoughts, and his voice clearly carried throughout the venue through the microphone: "To me, Peeta was never an accessory or a simple lover. Kindness may be a weakness in the arena, but he cannot completely abandon it. His love and sacrifice all stem from this."
His answer was calm and composed.
He doesn't look like a young actor in his early twenties at all.
Many film critics in the audience listened attentively, nodding and taking quick notes.
The next question was posed to Jennifer, whose answer was more in line with her personality—straightforward and unpretentious.
It was the audience's turn to ask questions.
A young girl grabbed the microphone, her voice trembling with excitement: "I want to ask Chen Xun and Jennifer, your scenes in the cave were so moving!"
"I want to know how you cultivated such a deep and unwavering trust and understanding, whether it was through methods and techniques, or—"
The girl didn't finish her sentence, but everyone understood what she meant.
A burst of good-natured and gossipy laughter erupted from the audience.
Chen Xun and Jennifer exchanged a glance.
Jennifer made a "you go first" face.
Chen Xun smiled and addressed the audience: "I believe that good performances cannot be separated from the trust between actors. During the months of filming, we trained together, crawled and rolled around in the forest together, and faced all kinds of difficulties and accidents together. This shared experience naturally fostered a deep understanding and trust!"
He glanced at Jennifer: "As for those emotional scenes, we just tried our best to believe that, in that situation, Katniss and Peeta were each other's only light, and left the rest to the director and editor."
Jennifer added, with her characteristic humor, "I think if you almost trip over the same prop stone three times, and your partner each time tries to hold back their laughter and pulls you up instead of laughing at you, that kind of camaraderie can really build trust!"
The audience burst into laughter again.
The atmosphere in the cinema was quite lively.
The final group photo concluded the session.
As the event ended, they were surrounded by enthusiastic media and some audience members, and then had another brief interview and autograph session.
As they got into the car on the way back, all three of them were exhausted but in high spirits.
"I think the movie is going to be a huge hit!"
Liam looked out the window at the still-gathering crowd and the flashing media lights, and murmured.
Jennifer rested her head on Chen Xun's shoulder, her eyes closed wearily but contentedly: "At least it didn't break. Let's read the movie reviews tomorrow!"
Less than two hours after the premiere ended.
The meticulously edited footage of the flames burning on the red carpet and the Q&A session after the screening appeared on entertainment news on major television networks, trending YouTube channels, and all major film information websites.
The stunning flaming red carpet completely redefined fans' understanding of "The Hunger Games".
Chen Xun and Jennifer stood side by side in the flickering holographic projection of firelight.
One person, dressed in black, was as composed as the night; the other, in a black dress, shone like a star, their golden mockingbird brooch gleaming brightly.
The images of the two together were captured and edited into countless high-definition pictures and GIFs, which quickly spread online.
Especially their classic side-by-side profile pose.
Jennifer raised her chin slightly, her eyes showing a Katniss-like stubbornness, while Chen Xun stood tall and straight, his profile calm, his gaze deep as he looked ahead.
This image was widely shared by fans and fashion bloggers.
Dubbed "the best red carpet couple photo of the year!"
at the same time.
The first reviews from ordinary viewers and authoritative film critics began to appear on the internet.
As the first viewers to see the full film, they have the most to say.
On film review aggregation websites such as Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic, as well as on the IMDb page for "The Hunger Games," viewers have started rating the film.
"Completely exceeded expectations, even more stunning than the trailer! Jennifer Lawrence *is* Katniss; no one could have acted better!"
"Chen Xun's portrayal of Peeta was such a pleasant surprise! His performance was nuanced and layered; he's definitely not just a pretty face! I cried during the last scene!"
"The film's pacing is perfect, remaining true to the essence of the original work while also possessing the visual impact of cinema. Lionsgate did a fantastic job this time!"
"I've already bought tickets for next week's official release; I'm going to take all my friends to see it again!"
New hashtags related to "The Hunger Games" have emerged on social media.
The top spots on the trending charts are completely dominated by "The Hunger Games".
The film critics at the scene also began to exert their influence.
The Hollywood Reporter: "The film successfully balances brutal action scenes, profound social metaphors, and touching teenage emotions, making it one of the best young adult novel adaptations in recent years."
Variety magazine highlighted the lead actor's performance.
"Jennifer Lawrence delivers the most compelling performance of her career to date, giving flesh and blood and soul to the symbol of Katniss Everdin."
"Although Chen Xun's screen time is less than Katniss's, his acting skills gave the character Peeta a soul. At this moment, regardless of skin color or race, he is Peeta."
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