novellhall Chapter 23: The Lubricant for the Film Crew!
Chapter 23: The Lubricant for the Film Crew!
Chen Xun looked at the simulated pipe space, recalling the camera techniques and understanding of force application and deflection that he had learned from Brother Qiang and the others.
He hesitated for a moment, then said, "Mike, maybe we don't need to make such a complicated turn?"
Mike looked at him: "What do you mean?"
Chen Xun walked into the simulation area and gestured to the name:
"For example, if the opponent lunges at me like this, I don't need to dodge completely. I can use my forearm to block it and bounce off the pipe wall while simultaneously kneeing them down."
"The movements are small, but they look very powerful on camera!"
He spoke and imitated, his movements small but his core was tense, conveying a fierce intensity.
Mike watched, his eyes slowly brightening: "This is interesting, continue!"
Encouraged, Chen Xun spoke more and more fluently:
"Because of the low ceiling, we can use more elbow strikes and close-range joint locks when fighting on the ground. This looks more realistic and fits the environment better."
He demonstrated a technique for locking an opponent's arm using the principle of leverage within a confined space.
This is the result of what he absorbed and digested from that martial artist who was good at ground fighting techniques.
Mike stroked his chin, deep in thought.
He had Chen Xun and Tyson try this approach several times.
The results were surprisingly good.
The movements not only fit the setting of the confined space, but also appeared exceptionally realistic and tense on camera.
"Good! Very good!"
Mike patted Chen Xun on the shoulder forcefully, his face full of undisguised admiration:
"Chen, you're starting to use your brain in your action scenes! You're not just imitating, you're understanding the logic behind the movements! That's real progress!"
Just as Mike was extremely focused and excited about finding a solution, a green orb of light fell from him:
[Rhythm-related attributes - Spatial awareness +2]
Chen Xun absorbed it immediately!
I feel that my understanding of the relationship between action and environment has deepened.
Tyson also looked at Chen Xun with new respect:
"Hey buddy, what you just said sounded really professional. Are you sure you only studied with a stuntman for a few days?"
Chen Xun smiled:
"Maybe I'm better at taking a beating, so I know how to hit someone to make it hurt more?"
Everyone laughed.
The subsequent filming went much more smoothly.
Chen Xun was no longer just an executor; he began to discuss the rationale behind actions with Mike and offer his own suggestions for modification.
Some of the ideas are still quite immature, but some do offer new perspectives for action design.
Mike was happy to discuss things with him, and the two often spent a long time during breaks gesturing with props.
When filming the difficult landing and recovery move, Chen Xun performed it beautifully in one take thanks to his advance prediction and precise force dissipation techniques!
After the director yelled "Cut," several staff members on set spontaneously applauded.
Chen Xun noticed that a blue orb of light fell from beneath the feet of the photographer who was focused on designing the shot and capturing this perfect moment:
[Rhythm-related attributes - Timing +3]
absorb!
This gave him a new understanding of the coordination between action, camera angles, and editing points.
As filming wrapped, Mike said to Chen Xun, "Chen, keep this up. You have great potential. You're not just a martial arts actor; you're starting to show signs of being a motion choreographer!"
"I hope to develop in this direction more often in the future!"
Chen Xun knew this was a very high compliment.
"Thanks, Mike, I've learned a lot from you."
"It's because you were willing to put in the effort to study it!"
Mike waved his hand.
On the way back to his residence, Chen Xun reflected on his experiences that day.
His growth from initially being able to passively imitate to now being able to participate in discussions and even offer effective suggestions is real.
Improving the attribute panel is fundamental, but the key is to integrate these attributes and form your own understanding of them!
The film crew arranged for the crew to stay at a motel near the industrial area.
The conditions were basic, but it was cheap and close to the film set.
The production crew booked two floors, where most of the main actors and staff stayed.
After taking a shower, Chen Xun, exhausted and burdened by the attribute gains he had absorbed that day, collapsed onto the not-so-comfortable bed.
The phone screen was lit up with a series of messages from Li Suyan:
"Oppa! How was the action movie filming? Did you get beaten up badly?"
"I tried making stir-fried pork with chili peppers in the oven today, and the alarm went off..."
"The landlady came upstairs and yelled at me, saying there was too much cooking smoke..."
Chen Xun looked at the message, his lips twitched, and replied:
"Still alive! Give up the oven, it's a desecration of stir-fried pork with chili peppers."
I had just put down my phone and was about to turn off the lights and go to sleep when there was a knock on the door.
Chen Xun frowned, glanced at his phone, and saw it was almost midnight.
Who would come looking for him at this hour?
Could it be that something happened to Mike or Tyson?
He put on a T-shirt and shorts, walked to the door, and instead of opening it immediately, asked through the door:
"Who?"
A slightly coquettish young female voice came from outside the door: "Hey, Chen? It's me, Jessica."
Jessica?
Chen Xun quickly searched his mind.
She seems to be a blonde female extra in the film crew, playing a role like a background character in a bar or a victim.
She has a sweet face, a hot figure, and is quite active in the group.
It is said that he has a wide network of connections, and is privately jokingly referred to by some staff members as the "film crew lubricant" and "bus"!
Anyone can do it!
A warning bell rang in Chen Xun's mind.
He didn't want to get into that kind of trouble.
"Is something wrong, Jessica? It's late."
"The shower in my room seems to be broken. Could I borrow yours for a moment?"
The voice outside the door sounded a little aggrieved and helpless.
Chen Xun remained silent.
Hollywood screenwriters are too lazy to use such a cliché excuse anymore.
"That's not very convenient, Jessica. You can go to the front desk."
There was a moment of silence outside the door, then the doorknob was gently turned from the outside.
Fortunately, Chen Xun had locked the door as a habit.
Jessica's voice was closer, almost pressed against the crack in the door:
"Please, Chen, just for a little while! And I see you're alone, maybe we can talk about the script? I know a few casting directors, maybe I can introduce you to some..."
Just a little while?
Who are you underestimating?
Knowing he couldn't avoid it, Chen Xun simply flung open the door.
Jessica, standing outside the door, was clearly taken aback when he suddenly opened it, and leaned forward slightly.
She was wearing only a very thin slip dress, her blonde hair was loose, her face was covered with carefully applied makeup, and she was holding an empty ice bucket as a prop.
Seeing Chen Xun open the door, she immediately flashed what she thought was a charming smile and leaned against him.
Wow!
Chen Xun reacted quickly, immediately taking half a step back and simultaneously bracing his hand against the door frame, thus preventing her from leaning closer.
"Stop! Jessica, let's talk right here."
Jessica missed her target, a flicker of surprise crossing her face, but she quickly composed herself, looking at Chen Xun with a dreamy gaze:
"What's wrong, Chen? Aren't you going to invite me in? It's so cold outside..."
As she spoke, she deliberately crossed her arms, causing the shoulder strap of her nightgown to slip down a little.