Nobody knows movies better than me

Chapter 5 PUA Master

"Are you kidding me? You want me to act? No way, no way, this is ridiculous!"

Old Hu repeatedly declined Zhang Jun's invitation.

Zhang Jun refused to give up, after all, this was free labor.

"Class advisor, I know you are a kind and responsible person. Otherwise, you wouldn't have introduced me to a job when I gave up on taking the postgraduate entrance exam."

I happened to see a sentence in your notebook that day that left a deep impression on me.

You said that we should give every student wings to fly to the other side of their dreams.

My dream of becoming a director is just missing your wings to take flight. You wouldn't just stand by and watch me never reach the other side, would you?

"this……"

Old Hu is a kind-hearted person and a well-regarded class teacher. He always tries his best to help students solve any difficulties they encounter.

Seeing Zhang Jun's serious and expectant look, Lao Hu couldn't bear to refuse, and he also wanted to see if Zhang Jun was just fooling around or serious.

If it's just nonsense, he can promptly advise Zhang Jun to turn back from the wrong path.

"Alright then, but I have one condition: if I find out you're just messing around, you'd better find a job properly."

"Don't worry, I definitely won't make things difficult for you."

Just imagine, if I become a famous director in the future, you'll have a lot of face to show for it! After all, you've mentored a great director.

When I return to the university to give a lecture, you'll be the first person I thank.

Zhang Jun spoke with great confidence, as if the matter could be accomplished.

After listening, Lao Hu couldn't help but complain, "I never realized you had such a thick skin."

With Lao Hu secured, the actress Ye Xiaoyi had mentioned who was willing to dedicate herself to art also arrived.

It turned out to be a print model, and a friend of Ye Xiaoyi.

"Let me introduce you to Wu Yao, my best friend since childhood. She's a student at a teachers' college and also works part-time as a print model."

Ye Xiaoyi introduced her best friend to everyone.

Wu Yao's appearance also drew the attention of most of the boys present. If Ye Xiaoyi represented the beautiful image of youth on campus, then Wu Yao was a sexy bombshell with a stunning figure.

Even Lao Hu was momentarily stunned when he saw Wu Yao. Fortunately, he managed to maintain his composure and didn't show any lecherous behavior like the younger guys.

Zhang Jun, who was an experienced driver in his previous life, remained calm and shook hands with Wu Yao with a normal expression.

"Junior Sister Ye has already told you, right? You should know exactly what it entails."

Wu Yao's large, alluring eyes scrutinized Zhang Jun's handsome face: "I already said that you're a director, but I think you're more suited to be an actor."

None of this matters.

Zhang Jun handed a short script to Wu Yao: "Familiarize yourself with it as soon as possible. We'll start filming once the equipment arrives."

Seeing another beautiful woman and her enjoying a pleasant conversation with Zhang Jun, Zhao Liangchen's jealousy began to burn fiercely once again.

If this fire had a physical form, Zhao Liangchen would have burned Zhang Jun to ashes.

Just as he was feeling jealous, Zhang Jun beckoned to him: "Male lead, come here for a second, I'll train you on how to act."

Zhao Liangchen didn't want to agree, but seeing Ye Xiaoyi and Wu Yao looking at him, especially Ye Xiaoyi's expectant gaze, he reluctantly went over.

Zhang Jun pulled Zhao Liangchen aside for a private chat and got straight to the point: "I know you like Ye, but don't worry, I'm not interested in your Ye."

"I..." Zhao Liangchen wanted to say something.

But Zhang Jun quickly interrupted: "You should know that this short film is the work that Ye Xuemei values ​​most this year."

That's why I chose you as the male lead.

I believe you like Ye Xuemei, so you'll definitely act well and cooperate well, and won't ruin the job that she values ​​most.

Under Zhang Jun's watchful gaze, Zhao Liangchen finally nodded: "Senior... I will act well."

"That's right."

Zhang Jun patted Zhao Liangchen on the shoulder: "Junior Sister Ye has also talked about you many times. She said you are a very reliable guy and will do this job well."

"Did she really say that?"

"Of course, you can ask her if you don't believe me!"

Zhang Jun laughed and said, "I do need the position of director, but not to attract Ye Xuemei's attention."

My favorite actresses are Yuanyuan, Bingbing, Yifei, Yang Mi, and Shishi.

"Uh, I know Yuanyuan, but who are Bingbing and Yifei?"

Oh, I forgot to mention, apart from Yuanyuan, the others weren't very famous at this time, and some hadn't even entered the entertainment industry yet.

"They're all beautiful women."

Zhang Jun skipped over the topic: "Anyway, you just need to do your best in this play. I believe in you."

Zhang Jun's attempt to comfort Zhao Liangchen wasn't well-intentioned; finding a lead actor who could play the piano for free was a rare find.

Compared to spending money, it's more worthwhile to manipulate Zhao Liangchen into working for you and prevent him from causing trouble.

After all the actors had arrived, Zhang Jun finally showed everyone the complete script. Previously, apart from him and Ye Xiaoyi, no one else had seen the script.

After seeing the complete script, Zhao Liangchen finally understood why Ye Xiaoyi was so determined to get the script.

Even though the script's format made it difficult to read normally, he could still tell that it was a rather exciting story.

Zhang Jun gathered the actors for an impromptu script reading session.

Since none of us are professionals, script readings allow everyone to get to know each other and the script, making it a relatively effective way to provide guidance.

"Attention everyone."

Zhang Jun clapped his hands, drawing the actors' attention: "I know everyone is nervous about acting for the first time."

But it's okay, I'll teach you how to act, how to pay attention to the camera angles while acting.

Acting isn't actually that difficult; once you master the tricks, you can become a qualified actor.

He turned to Zhao Liangchen and said, "Xiao Zhao, you are the male lead, so your task is the most important. I've drawn up the storyboard; please study it carefully."

Oh, and you need to memorize your lines these next couple of days. You can't forget them.

Zhao Liangchen patted his chest and assured him, "Don't worry, senior, just watch."

Ye Xiaoyi looked at Zhao Liangchen strangely, wondering why he was being so enthusiastic now, since he had a problem with Senior Zhang Jun.

Zhang Jun then said to Aunt Qian in a friendly tone, "Auntie, your character doesn't have many lines. It doesn't matter if you forget your lines. Just act like you're going to harm someone."

Aunt Qian thought for a moment and asked, "Like Rong Momo from 'Princess Pearl'? I think she's a villain."

"Well, it doesn't have to be so obvious, just be natural. I'll teach you how to act later," Zhang Jun said.

Zhang Jun gave instructions to each of the other actors, especially to Lao Hu, who had a heavier role, and Wu Yao, who needed to make a sacrifice. Zhang Jun pulled the two aside to talk to them.

Then everyone gathered together and carefully read the not-so-thick script aloud, and the script reading session came to an end.

After everyone went back to prepare, Ye Xiaoyi pulled Zhang Jun aside and asked, "Did you say something to Zhao Liangchen? He seemed very cooperative!"

Zhang Jun smiled and said, "It's nothing. I gave our gloomy boy a little spell. In order to win your favor, he won't cause any more trouble."

After a pause, Zhang Jun added, "But I have to remind you, junior!"

Don't be fooled by Zhao Liangchen's outward appearance of unwavering loyalty and devotion to you. Once he gets you, he'll lose interest and move on to someone else.

Why?

Ye Xiaoyi was somewhat puzzled. Although Zhao Liangchen had his flaws, to be honest, he was always at her beck and call, and she had a good impression of him.

Zhang Jun smiled slightly and pointed to himself: "Because we are all the same kind of people, we are all scumbags, and scumbags know scumbags best."

"Junior, you're quite naive, and I'm worried you might get scammed, so I'm just giving you a friendly heads-up."

Ye Xiaoyi was speechless: "Senior, you should mind your own business!"

Over the next two days, Zhang Jun conducted impromptu acting training sessions for the actors. Since it was everyone's first time acting, they were all very curious and listened attentively.

Old Hu felt the same way. He looked at Zhang Jun's professional script and, although he didn't understand movies, he felt that Zhang Jun was very professional.

Sometimes he even wondered to himself, "Could this kid really be capable? Or is he just messing around?"

Once the idea came out, even Lao Hu himself believed it.

He already believes that Zhang Jun is an artistic genius whose talent was wasted on the astronomy department, since filmmaking is an art form!

Once everyone was almost ready, Zhao Wei, the manager of the equipment company, delivered the equipment Zhang Jun needed and introduced him to a photographer and a lighting technician.

"This is Li Dahui. He worked as a photography assistant for the film crew of 'Swordsman' and is now self-employed. He is very skilled."

Zhao Wei introduced a middle-aged man with a kind and honest face.

"Hello, hello."

Zhang Jun shook hands with Li Dahui: "Manager Zhao should have told you why he invited you, right? My requirements aren't high; just cooperate with my filming."

Perhaps because he was admitted to Tsinghua University, the most prestigious university in the world, Li Dahui did not underestimate Zhang Jun's youth. After all, those who could get into this university were all the pride of heaven.

"Don't worry, director, I will definitely do my job well."

Zhao Wei then introduced another person: "Lighting technician Wang Guoqiang, who has two apprentices and has worked for many film crews."

Wang Guoqiang and his two apprentices were already shocked when they entered Tsinghua University. Wang Guoqiang himself had not studied since graduating from junior high school.

Having traveled extensively throughout the country for so many years, he has come to deeply understand that being cultured is a remarkable thing. Therefore, he has immense respect for cultured and knowledgeable people.

In his eyes, the students at Tsinghua University were among the most cultured people in all of China.

Seeing the confident and spirited students on campus, Wang Guoqiang decided to go back and urge his son to study hard so that he could get into the university in the future.

Therefore, without Zhang Jun's efforts to win him over, Wang Guoqiang proactively stated, "Director, don't worry. I can't guarantee anything else, but I'll definitely do a good job with the lighting. I won't cut corners."

"I can tell!"

Zhang Jun patted Li Dahui and Wang Guoqiang on the shoulders to show his closeness.

"We are all inexperienced newbies, and we hope you can give us a lot of guidance."

The two were flattered. As expected of students from Tsinghua University, their culture and refinement were different from those uncultured people in the crew.

Zhang Jun then expressed his gratitude to Zhao Wei: "Manager Zhao, thank you for introducing me. I hope we will have more opportunities to cooperate in the future."

Zhao Wei smiled broadly: "Not at all, I'm considered an insider in the industry, I even know about the short film competition at this year's College Student Film Festival."

I wish you great success and that you win the prize.

"Thanks!"

After seeing Zhao Wei off, Zhang Jun convened a meeting with the small film crew.

Standing before everyone as the director, he exuded confidence and said, "Ladies and gentlemen, our dream sets sail from this moment on. Let's all keep going!"

"come on!"