The Best Director

Chapter 61 "Juno"

"Amazing Young's third film, the enigmatic 'Juno'"

The latest issue of the "Los Angeles Times" entertainment section published such a news, and within a day, everyone who followed the movie news, Wang Yang's fans and fans knew about it, and he was going to make a movie again

The "Los Angeles Times" said in a report: "When we thought that Fantastic Young would rest for a year or a few years before directing again, he suddenly announced his new work plan "Juno". According to Flame Films, It's a school drama about a 16-year-old high school girl. Other than that, they didn't say much more, but at the pace of a school film, maybe we'll see it early next year It's a movie."

"Personally, I am looking forward to whether this movie will set off a campus craze again; but at the same time, I am also very worried. Magic Yang makes a movie every half a year. With such an amazing speed, he is also the screenwriter of "High School Musical 2" and "Juno" will Is it a good work? Will Miracle Young continue to be miraculous?" The editor of the "Los Angeles Times" finally said: "His first two films have proved himself in doubt; and this time, I believe many people are very Looking forward, I hope he won't let us down"

Indeed, fans of the film have expressed their expectations. They keep leaving messages on the official website of Huo Huo Movie, asking Huo Huo to reveal more movie information. "Juno"? Judging from the name alone, it is impossible to tell what the plot is. But Wang Yang and Huo Huo Movie did not agree to their request. With his current popularity, the new work maintains a sense of mystery, and the attention and expectations it arouses will only increase.

This strategy has worked, and many movie fans are discussing in various forums, campus drama, what kind of plot will it be? Most people tend to think that the plot should be a girl's love story, speculated in the style of "High School Musical", it will be very romantic or touching; some people think that "Juno" will be a lighthearted and funny movie, the plot is how she puts School is a mess.

In addition to discussing the plot, they also discussed who will be the leading actor of "Juno"? Jessica is the most popular one. She and Wang Yang are a couple in love, and now her popularity is rising, and she has the momentum to become the most popular heroine in campus movies. Who is she to play? There are not a few people who say that Rachel plays the role. She is also very popular. She and Wang Yang have collaborated twice. Of course, it is also the two in the list of their works. Continued cooperation.

But many people disagree, because Jessica and Rachel are both filming "High School Musical 2", which will conflict with "Juno" in terms of time. So who is the heroine of "Juno"? Everyone has a different guess, and they have said almost all the young female stars in Hollywood.

"Dad, Mom..." A chubby baby in a cute pink suit was sitting on the floor, with round black eyes full of curiosity. Wang Yang and Jessica were squatting in front of them with happy smiles on their faces.

They clapped their hands together and said: "Juno, come here, come here, Mom and Dad." The baby moved, and she crawled hard on the floor towards them.

But she crawled and crawled, but she couldn't make it no matter what, the distance has never changed. How could this be? Wang Yang couldn't help being startled, realized that something was wrong, his head froze suddenly, he opened his eyes, and saw the snow-white ceiling, and looked out the window, it was early morning, it turned out to be a dream

Wang Yang sat up rubbing his eyes, and took a long breath. If Jessica was really pregnant, then the scene in the dream just now would be real... He recalled the scene of "Juno" in the dream. The appearance is vague, I only remember the baby's clear eyes, a bit like Jessica, and a bit like himself. Wang Yang suddenly laughed at himself, he was suffering from the "want to be a father" syndrome.

Human psychology is really strange. Before you are mentally prepared, you are afraid, confused, and evasive; but when you are really determined and ready, you suddenly say no, and your heart is empty instead.

"Interesting" Wang Yang shouted, and got up to start a new day.

It will be almost a week since the "pregnancy oolong incident", and Wang Yang has also finished his vacation, and devotes most of his time to work every day, writing the script of "Juno"; and the script of "High School Musical 2", As early as in the "summer vacation" in the past, he wrote a little every day, and it was almost completed. "High School Musical 2" will not be a resort plot, and the story will continue to take place in Eastern High School.

The story of "Juno" is probably about a 16-year-old high school student named Juno. She is a very "unique" girl, sharp-tongued, carefree, and ghostly... One day, this unique girl A decision is made, and Paulie, an unassuming, "cool" guy on the school track team, has a taste of forbidden fruit with her all-time favorite, and she gets pregnant.

After discussing with her friend Leah, Juno, who was unexpectedly pregnant, wanted to have an abortion at first, but after some psychological changes, she decided to give birth to the child and started looking for adoptive parents for the child. Juno told her father and stepmother the news of her pregnancy. They did not blame Juno too much, but gave her warm support and prepared to welcome the arrival of the child.

At the same time, accompanied by his father, Juno determined the child's adoptive family, which was a wealthy and elegant couple. But as Juno's delivery date is getting closer, the long-standing conflict between the child's prospective adoptive parents finally broke out. They are about to divorce. Juno is very painful, but in the end he still faces it with an optimistic and positive attitude, telling For the mother among the adoptive parents, "you continue, I will continue."

Then Juno gave birth to the baby, and the adoptive mother Vanessa cried with joy. Juno returned to a normal life and "falling in love after giving birth" with Paulie.

This is the story of the original "Juno", but Wang Yang didn't intend to be like this, if it was before "pregnant oolong", he would not have any special feelings about this story; but now, he doesn't like the story all. Because he didn't think that Juno's non-abortion, giving birth to the child to the adoptive parents was a kind of salvation, a kind of victory; after this oolong with Jessica, he felt a lot, giving the child to others? Or a divorced single mom? He felt like it was disrespectful to the kids, it wasn't winning, it wasn't cool, it was an escape.

It's like saying "I'm still young, I can't take care of you, I'm not capable, you are an adult, you come here." Then after sending the child off, the whole person relaxes and returns to a normal life. It's not cool, it's not cool at all, what is cool? Juno and Paulie really took responsibility for co-parenting, no matter what hardships and hardships lay ahead, as a family.

On the other hand, Wang Yang felt that the actor Paulie was like a vase in the movie, useless, Paulie was just a coward from the beginning to the end; and he was not like a normal person, he didn't have the slightest idea, this character is like Purely superfluous the same.

Perhaps this is because the plot of the original story focuses on the interaction between Juno and the adoptive couple, but what Wang Yang wants to film is the interaction between her and Paulie. He wants to film the changes in the mentality of these two young people. From being irresponsible at the beginning to slowly introspecting, and then wanting to take responsibility. It's a triumph when Juno and Paulie are playing guitar on the doorstep while the baby sleeps peacefully in a bassinet nearby.

If the original theme of "Juno" is "respect for life, tolerance and understanding of family members, etc."; in addition to these, he also wants to discuss "responsibility. Teenagers and young people face sudden great changes, face The different views of people around, the change of mentality along the way, and finally the courage and courage to take responsibility." This is the movie he wants to make.

So in order to highlight this theme, the content of the movie will add more campus plots and life plots, while greatly reducing the interaction between Juno and the adopted couple.

The plots of campus and life revolve around "change" and "confrontation". The original version of "Juno" did this very simply, and even avoided it; but Wang Yang just wanted to write about this aspect. He wants to strengthen Juno's difficulties and the strange treatment she has suffered. Of course, she will face it with a very optimistic attitude, and she will also show it in a sunny and interesting way when shooting.

Wang Yang will also strengthen the role of the male lead, Paulie. Pregnancy is a matter for both men and women. Paulie can no longer be like a wooden man, he wants to become a man.

Of course, the focus of the story is still Juno. This movie needs Juno's charm, her sharp teeth, spooky spirit, and likability. Because only under her charm, the serious and heavy theme of "Teenage Pregnancy" will have a sunny, relaxed feeling, and a youthful atmosphere.

Therefore, the performance of the heroine of "Juno" is very, very important. It is no exaggeration to say that she is often "showing" in the movie.

What is "Juno" like? In terms of appearance, she should be like a 16-year-old high school student, not too tall, with a young face; in terms of temperament, she must have the feeling of being smart and ghostly.

These are just the basic requirements. The most important thing is that she can perform this simple performance which is different from "High School Musical". The performance of the role must be integrated into the basic requirements of the previous ones. She must be young, which requires a talented actress.

In fact, no one could be more suitable than Ellen Page, but she is only 12 years old, and it is obviously impossible to play. So, who will "Juno" be?

Jessica was the first person who knew that Wang Yang was going to shoot "Juno". At that time, she asked Wang Yang if she was suitable for the role? Whether it's the story of a teenage pregnancy or wanting to continue making movies with Wang Yang, she desperately wants to play "Juno". Wang Yang pretended to think for a long time before shaking his head and vetoing her. The first reason was that Jessica was too tall and too sweet to look like a clever little girl.

And the more important second reason is that with her current acting skills, it is impossible for her to play Juno. On the other hand, even if you have to let Jessica act, it won't do her any good. If you are not a talented actor with amazing talent, then you should improve your acting skills slowly and take more shots that suit your current acting skills. Good movie, keep your confidence and thinking, then one day, your acting skills will suddenly explode. On the contrary, the result of counterproductive growth is the loss of self-confidence and direction, stagnant acting skills, or even worse. There is no better role for her than "High School Musical 2".

Regarding Wang Yang's words, although Jessica felt very sorry, she also understood in her heart.

Sitting at the desk in the study, Wang Yang looked at the script text of "Juno" on the computer screen, frowning and thinking about Juno's candidate, he asked himself softly: "Rachel?" He was serious After thinking for a moment, she shook her head and said, "Her acting skills are not enough."

The current Rachel is actually the most suitable to play that kind of exaggerated role, the feeling of "bad girl", probably because she majored in drama and was influenced by the performance style of stage plays to a certain extent. Therefore, in "Ghost Story", Rachel's performance was quite satisfactory, and she often had to be guided by Wang Yang; but in "High School Musical", she played the role of Xia Pei with ease and vividness, and the shots were basically one time. , Passed twice.

But if she were to play Juno, it would be the wrong way; and in appearance, she looks a bit mature, suitable for playing the school belle and cheerleader, but not for Juno.

Wang Yang thought back to the girls who had auditioned for "High School Musical" last time, like Jennifer Love Hewitt, Eliza Dushku, Jordana Brewster, etc... Soon he shook At the beginning, everything will not work. How could there be so many talented actresses?

After thinking for a while about the famous young actresses in Hollywood, Wang Yang still had no clue. He picked up his mobile phone, dialed a number, and said, "Sandy, help me contact those agencies. I need a leading actress. Tell them , There is no upper limit on the remuneration of recommended candidates, as long as it is 'Juno', as for the request for casting, I have already sent it to your mailbox."

After hanging up the phone, Wang Yang prayed silently, hoping that he could find "Juno" smoothly this time. So think about the candidate for the leading actor, Paulie, shall we? His script has added a lot of difficulty to the actor's acting skills. It is not enough to just keep a calm face and speak in a low voice as before, but also have a certain ability to perform inner dramas, so that the performance can change the mentality.

If you only consider the appearance, Wang Yang has a candidate in his mind, not Tom Welling, he is too tall and strong; nor Zachary, his temperament is a bit simple and honest; it is Michael Pitt, his temperament can be very decadent, When he smokes, he looks like the captain of a youth rock band, but when his expression softens, without dark circles, he can also be very sunny.

In the final dance in the basketball hall of "High School Musical", Michael Pitt has become a youthful and sunny boy after being manipulated by a makeup artist, and he can be very cool sometimes.

After thinking for a while, Wang Yang pressed a number, stood up and walked to the window, looking at the green lawn outside, as soon as the phone was connected, he said: "Hi, Michael, my new plan "Juno", you know Right?" Michael Pitt over there said: "Of course, Yang, is there a role suitable for me?" Wang Yang smiled and said, "Yes, come to my house in the afternoon and try out the male lead." Michael- Pete was stunned, his breathing became heavier, and he said, "The male lead?"

"Protagonist, of course you can try out the tricks too." Wang Yang laughed again, and ordered: "Try yourself as sunny as possible, a humble but cool boy, you know?" Michael Pitt agreed: "I know, I will."

Putting down his phone, Wang Yang went back to the computer and continued writing the script of "Juno".

Near the evening, Michael Pitt came outside the door of Wang Yang's house. He spent the afternoon tidying himself up, getting a haircut, choosing clothes, and showing his sunny side. He took a deep breath, rang the doorbell, and the door opened after a while. It was Jessica wearing a kitchen apron. Michael greeted with a smile: "Hello, Jessica."

"Hi, Michael." Jessica greeted, and while letting Michael Pitt in, shouted from inside the room: "Jan, Michael is here." She smiled at Michael and pointed to the kitchen, saying: " I'll cook first."

Since Wang Yang moved here, Jessica has often come to take charge of the kitchen work. After the "pregnancy oolong incident", she even came to cook dinner every day, just like a virtuous wife.

At this time, Wang Yang came down from the study upstairs. He smiled at Jessica who was walking towards the kitchen, looked at Michael Pete, walked over to Jiang Ye and hugged him, looked at Michael, and smiled. Said: "Hey, sunny boy." Michael Pitt smiled lightly, and said: "Is it okay?" Wang Yang nodded and praised: "Very good."

The two came to the sofa in the living room and sat down. Wang Yang continued to look at Michael Pitt and said, "Michael, I am very satisfied with your appearance and temperament. The only problem is your acting skills." Michael Pitt nodded , said: "What should I do?" Wang Yang picked up a few pages of scripts that had been prepared on the coffee table, handed them to him, and said, "Look at this first."

Michael Pitt took the script and read it carefully. Waiting quietly for him to finish reading, Wang Yang explained to him: "This character, Paulie, he is a guy who has never been in a relationship. He is still a virgin, but that's just one time, something happened." Wang Yang laughed, Michael -Pete laughed too, because he hadn't been in a relationship either. This is also one of the reasons why Wang Yang considered Michael. When an actor has a lot in common with the character, then he can perform better and more charmingly.

Wang Yang smiled again: "Michael, think about it, you have a girl you like." Michael-Peter shrugged, Wang Yang continued: "She suddenly took the initiative to have sex with you, and then a month later, she Telling you out of the blue, I'm pregnant. Act this out, page one script."

"Okay." Michael Pitt looked at the script, and began to act on his face, with a blank expression, pursed his lips unnaturally, opened his mouth hesitantly, and after a long time, he said The line said: "I see, what should we do then?"

Watching his performance, Wang Yang remained calm, but praised him in his heart. It has to be said that Michael Pitt has a certain acting talent, and he can easily grasp the character of the character, so his performance is in the general direction is exactly right. Michael Pitt performed for a while talking to himself, and Wang Yang said again: "OK, Michael, the next paragraph, you saw Juno walking on the campus, she had a big belly, but her book fell to the ground, She can't bend down to pick it up, and the classmates next to her are laughing, you want to go up and care about her, but you just fell out with her, and you are hesitating in your heart. Show it."

Since Paulie is not as dynamic as Juno, he is a very quiet young man, so his performance basically focuses on the face.

Michael Pitt responded, and after thinking for a while, he frowned slightly, his eyes staring into the distance, as if Juno was there.

"That's right." Wang Yang nodded, and then went on to test several performances of Michael Pitt. It was almost the whole process of the mentality of the actor Pauly. From being afraid at the beginning, he simply didn't want to care about it; But Juno didn’t pay much attention to him, and he hesitated; later, he had to take responsibility and face it with Juno, and his positivity also moved Juno...

Michael Pitt's performance is within the framework, expressing the mentality of the character well, but there are some small details that are a little green, but that makes him look more like a high school student, without a mature feeling.

"Man." Wang Yang blinked at Michael, smiled and said, "I think it's you." Michael-Peter was stunned, without breathing, and took a long time to exhale, and said, "I am Actor?" Wang Yang nodded and smiled, "Yes, this time there are a lot of lines and a lot of shots."

Michael Pitt seemed a little at a loss, kept changing his sitting posture, put his right hand into his pocket, looked at Wang Yang and asked, "I want to smoke a cigarette, okay?"

Wang Yang shook his fingers and said, "No, from now on, you have to quit smoking until the filming of "Juno" is over. I want to see only the sunny side in you; put away your decadent side first."

"Oh, okay." Michael Pitt stretched out his right hand, he suddenly laughed, smiling happily, his face was full of sunshine, and said jokingly: "For my dream, I quit."

Wang Yang also laughed a few times, feeling very happy in his heart. He thought of Michael Pitt's emaciated look on the verge of death when he was in New York, and Michael shouting crazily on the street... Persisting in pursuit, Never give up, there will always be something to gain, isn't it? He patted Michael Pitt on the shoulder with a smile, and said, "Michael, get ready, Juno is a tough guy."

"Yan, who played that?" Michael Pitt asked curiously. Wang Yang suddenly shrugged helplessly and said, "Come and tell me."

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