novellhall Chapter 327 Are you interested in signing with my company?
Chapter 327 Are you interested in signing with my company?
Chapter 326 Are you interested in signing with my company? (Seeking monthly votes)
Attribute orbs keep falling:
[Character Arc Completeness Peak Control +12]
[A performance brimming with conviction and conviction +10]
[Ultimate Showdown: Soul Resonance +15]
"Absorb it all!"
Chen Xun silently recited in his heart.
The attribute orbs instantly transformed into streams of light, all of which surged into his body.
Countless acting insights, character creation techniques, and the essence of emotional control have once again deeply merged with his soul.
Chen Xun's accumulated stats also increased accordingly.
[258/1000]
[279/1000]
When the last line of dialogue came down, director Gunn even forgot to yell "cut".
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Until the entire audience erupted in thunderous applause.
He suddenly snapped out of his daze, grabbed the megaphone, and roared, "Cut! It's a masterpiece! This scene is absolutely divine!"
The climactic battle scene at the core of Planet Ego, the climax of the entire film, has officially begun filming, with mechanical devices simulating the core of the planet being erected in front of a blue screen.
The special effects team had already prepared for the entire motion capture process.
Director Gunn was initially worried that action scenes requiring a lot of green screen would make it difficult to balance the emotional nuances of the performance, but after filming began, he realized that his worries were completely unnecessary.
Jackie Chan's portrayal of Ego fully unleashed the absolute pressure of the Celestials.
With a wave of his hand, he unleashed surging cosmic energy; his eyes held the arrogance and madness of someone who had lived for millions of years.
Even when facing virtual special effects on a green screen, every movement and every line he uttered was imbued with a strong sense of conviction.
It felt as if I were truly at the core of the planet I created, controlling the birth and death of the entire universe.
Chen Xun's character, Star-Lord, was just moments before facing off against Ego with the power of a god, exuding an aura that rivaled that of a deity.
The next second, the way he looked at his Guardians of the Galaxy companions instantly transformed back into the flesh-and-blood, loyal Peter Quill, his eyes filled with tenderness and determination, a stark contrast to his previous rage.
He didn't let the special effects overshadow the performance; instead, he transformed every burst of energy into an expression of the character's emotions.
[The villain's divine madness performance +15]
[Character's faith collapses and is rebuilt; core control +10]
[Dual achievement bonus of +18 for scenes with the other actor]
[Screen Emotional Engagement +17]
Current cumulative attribute value: 419/1000
The accumulated attribute values are about to exceed half.
Chen Xun then became increasingly focused.
From the final standoff before the explosion of Ego, to the tear-jerking scene where Star-Lord is saved by Yondu after losing his Celestial powers, and finally to the ending where the Guardians of the Galaxy set sail again.
As key scenes were filmed one after another, attribute balls rained down like raindrops.
Chen Xun accepted all that came, absorbing every single one.
His performances are becoming increasingly controlled and natural.
Even when acting alongside motion capture actors like Drax and Rocket Raccoon, he perfectly catches their improvisations, bringing to life Star-Lord's roguishness, gentleness, responsibility, and vulnerability.
Even the producer sent from Marvel headquarters couldn't help but remark to director Gunn:
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"We made the right choice. Chen is a natural-born Star-Lord. He gave the character a completely new soul."
In the corner, Xin Zhilei sat quietly the whole time.
She still arrives at the film set on time every day.
The notebook was filled with dense notes, from the rhythm of Chen Xun and Jackie Chan's scenes together to the details of camera movement, and director Gunn's requirements for adjusting the performance, every word was clearly remembered.
Occasionally, when Chen Xun takes a break, she will come over and ask him a few questions about the performance, and Chen Xun will always answer them patiently.
Looking at the actress whose eyes were full of resilience, he became more and more certain that his initial choice was not wrong.
As time went by, the attribute values continued to rise:
[587/1000]
[672/1000]
[756/1000]
[831/1000]
It's getting closer and closer to the critical value of 1000 points.
Finally, the last scene of the entire film "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2" has arrived.
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Inside the cockpit of the Milano spacecraft.
Star-Lord sat in the driver's seat and looked back at his noisy companions.
He smiled, turned around, raised his hand, and pushed the control stick. The spaceship broke through the clouds and entered the vast universe.
The camera slowly zooms out, freezing on the image of the spaceship entering the galaxy.
Director Gunn, holding a megaphone, his voice choked with emotion, shouted with all his might the words everyone was waiting for:
"Cut!!!"
"I hereby announce that filming for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 has officially wrapped!"
The next second, the entire studio erupted in cheers!
Confetti and fireworks filled the sky.
The crew members cheered and rushed over, frantically popping champagne bottles, splashing bubbles everywhere.
Director Gunn was the first to rush over, giving Chen Xun and Jackie Chan a tight hug each, repeatedly saying, "Thank you, thank you for giving me the best Star-Lord and Ego. This movie is sure to be a hit!"
Jackie Chan smiled and patted Gunn on the back, then turned to look at Chen Xun with admiration in his eyes, as if he were looking at a peer.
Filming such a high-intensity superhero movie was also a great experience for Jackie Chan.
Most of his past films were kung fu comedies with intense, visceral action.
This shoot also represents a new direction for him.
Just then, several attribute orbs gleaming with soft light slowly drifted down between the two, a final gift as filming wrapped:
[Complete and well-controlled character arc throughout the film +32]
[Core Principles for Long-Term Character Development in Commercial Films +20]
[Hollywood A-list production acting fit +15]
"Absorb it all!"
Chen Xun silently recited the command in his mind, his eyes fixed on the panel in front of him.
The moment the light surged into his body, the numbers on the panel jumped wildly, finally settling steadily on a single line:
[Cumulative attribute value: 898/1000]
Just 102 points short of reaching 1000 points, and the realm of "the streets are deserted" will be completely perfected.
But all the scenes have already been filmed.
Looking at the numbers on the panel, Chen Xun couldn't help but feel a little regretful.
But he knew very well that such a high level of performance was not something that could be achieved overnight.
Being able to accumulate 898 points during the filming period following "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2" far exceeded his expectations.
The hustle and bustle of the wrap party continued, and Chen found a quiet corner to call his agent, Robert.
The call was connected.
"How's the Warner Bros. Joker project I asked you to check on going?"
Rob immediately began his report: "I just received the latest news from Warner Bros. The project is currently in the early stages of initiation. Director Todd Phillips has just completed the final version of the script and is discussing the production budget with Warner Bros. Casting has not yet officially started, and filming is not expected to begin until next year at the earliest."
"Filming will begin next year —"
Chen Xun repeated the sentence in a low voice.
It seems unrealistic to expect to accumulate enough attribute points by joining the Joker film crew.
"By the way, Chen, there's something else I need to tell you."
Rob's tone suddenly became serious: "About Miss Xin Zhilei."
Chen Xun raised an eyebrow: "What's wrong with her?"
"After the Berlin Film Festival, Ms. Xin Zhilei's popularity skyrocketed, and she received invitations from more than a dozen film and television projects and fashion endorsements in China."
Rob spoke quickly: "But I checked, and she's still affiliated with a little-known agency. That agency simply doesn't have the capacity to access these top-tier resources, and they can't even handle basic contract risk control. If this continues, she'll easily squander the good opportunities she has."
Chen Xun paused for a moment. He did know that Xin Zhilei's agency contract had been unsettled. When he helped her connect with Marvel for auditions, he discovered that she didn't even have a professional legal team and had to rely on herself to handle everything.
"Our agency only has you as an artist right now."
Rob's tone was full of anticipation: "The company framework has already been set up. The channels, legal affairs, and publicity teams in Hollywood and China are all top-notch. Why not take this opportunity to sign Ms. Xin Zhilei?"
"She's someone you brought into Marvel. She's talented and has potential. She's gained both critical acclaim and popularity since the Berlin Film Festival. She's definitely a promising talent."
"With our team backing her up, she can take control of all the resources at her disposal, and whether she goes to Hollywood or develops her career in China, she will avoid many detours."
"For future Marvel Cinematic Universe crossover projects, since you are all under the same company, it will be easier to coordinate and there will be no disputes between agencies."
Robert's analysis is entirely reasonable.
Chen Xun agreed almost without hesitation: "You draft the contract first, and make sure the profit sharing ratio and resource allocation are all at the highest level. Don't include any unfair terms. I'll talk to her about it."
He admired Xin Zhilei's tenacity and talent, and was willing to give this capable actress a helping hand.
Moreover, signing her is not only helping her, but also building his own Chinese film and television empire, giving him more opportunities to collaborate with truly talented actors and create better works in the future.
After hanging up with Robert, Chen Xun turned around and returned to the wrap party venue, where he immediately spotted Xin Zhilei in the corner.
She was holding a glass of juice, standing there quietly, watching the bustling crowd, her eyes filled with both anticipation for the future and uncertainty about what lay ahead.
Chen Xun walked over and said with a smile, "Why are you standing here all by yourself? Why aren't you celebrating with everyone?"
Upon seeing Chen Xun, Xin Zhilei immediately stood up straight, a grateful smile on her face: "Master, congratulations on wrapping up filming. I'm not used to such lively occasions, so I'll stay here for a while."
There's something I'd like to talk to you about.
Chen Xun cut to the chase: "I heard that your current agency can't offer you much resource support?"
Xin Zhilei paused for a moment, then smiled somewhat embarrassedly, a hint of helplessness flashing in her eyes: "To be honest, Brother Xun, when I signed with that company, I was a newcomer with no experience. My contract is about to expire, and the company really doesn't have the capacity to handle current resources. I'm really worried about this."
"Would you be interested in signing with my company?"
Chen Xun said calmly, "My management team is top-notch, whether it's Hollywood channels, domestic resources, legal affairs, or publicity."
"Don't worry about the contract terms. What I can give you is enough freedom and a platform that can unleash your full potential."
Xin Zhilei froze completely.
She suddenly looked up, her eyes filled with disbelief, even wondering if she had misheard.
She knew all too well what Chen Xun's company meant.
That's a company that can directly access top Hollywood resources, holds A-list Marvel production contracts, and has countless top industry resources behind it.
Countless actors would kill to sign with him, let alone Chen Xun personally speaking up for her and giving her the utmost sincerity and freedom.
From helping her get the audition for "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2" to taking her to the Berlin Film Festival to let the world see her performance, and now.
This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity was offered to her when she needed help the most.
She could never repay Chen Xun for his help in her lifetime.