Chapter 463： In the studio

Some movies are not just movies. The "Star Wars" series of George Lucas has created a modern myth since its publication. It is also a milestone in the history of film and one of the most important cultural events of the 20th century. , This series of films, which is a comprehensive collection of American cultural expansion and penetration capabilities, has an influence throughout the world.

Even when the first movie was born, many media called it "the most magnificent one hundred and twenty minutes since Moses opened the Red Sea."

This series also indirectly gave birth to the world's most powerful film special effects company-Industrial Light and Magic. It not only made George Lucas a billionaire, but also made him a relationship with Martin Scorsese and Francis. Coppola and Steven Spielberg tied for the four directors of the 1980s.

It is difficult to determine exactly when the main content of "Star Wars Prequel" was set. In the words of Lucas in the media, this is a film that has been brewing for more than 20 years, and it can be traced back to his original sketch. In the legendary 1970s and 1980s of the Skywalker family, a cosmic war that took place in a distant galaxy began surging.

Anyone who has watched last year's "Star Wars: The Threat of Ghosts" will understand that the entire Star Wars is actually a history of the growth and fall of Anakin Skywalker.

You don't have to think too much about acting skills, and you don't have to work hard to dig out the inner feelings of the characters. For Ryan, such a role is far easier than Spearman and Maximus.

As for the upright figure and vigorous skill, for him, who has just shot two epic masterpieces, it is not a problem at all.

What's more, the fights in the movie are more romantic and elegant.

In order to save money, all the shots of the crew in the studio will be completed at the Fox Studios in the suburbs of Sydney. Although George Lucas raised US$130 million in production costs for the film, Ryan can It's not Haicheng Christensen in his previous life, it's just the huge pay and box office share. It gave George Lucas tremendous pressure.

"I just hope your appeal is still strong."

Sitting in the director's chair, George Lucas looked at Ryan, who was fiddling with the camera, "If all your supporters can turn into Star Wars fans. I think the clones' offense will definitely exceed the previous one."

"George, don't be too greedy." Ryan dressed as a Jedi warrior, with neat short hair and a slightly green face, shows what he should be at this age. "Think about it, among the entire Hollywood directors, there are How many are as rich as your wealth?"

"Ryan, I think you forgot, you have more money than me and Stephen combined."

"Hey, George. I think you overlooked one thing, I am an actor, not a director."

Ryan took pictures of Sony’s latest camera and asked, "Is this a fully digital camera provided by Sony?"

"Well~ it can achieve 24 high-definition progressive scanning." George? Lucas is obviously very satisfied with the new model of camera equipment, "the new camera will help us speed up the shooting progress. The clone attack will become the number one. A film that was fully digitally shot, produced and shown."

Although the other party is not as crazy and obsessed with technology as Cameron, George Lucas owns Industrial Light and Magic and is also a leader in new film technology.

"Film entering the digital realm is a natural transition, just like from silent film to sound film, from black and white film to color film. Digital cameras are just another tool for us to create films."

Speaking of the ever-changing film technology, Ryan suddenly thought of the notice from the crew some time ago, and asked, "George. Is this the relationship between you and the latter two parts?"

"Technology is constantly advancing, and the third film will be released four to five years at the earliest. Who knows what kind of technology will come out at that time?"

Originally, in view of the shooting mode of The Matrix, George Lucas wanted to shoot the last two parts at once, but he developed faster and faster special effects technology. Obviously made him change his mind.

According to the setting in the script, more than 95% of the plot of this movie is generated by special effects. Although it will be on location, most of the shots will be completed under the blue screen of Fox Studios.

Even Master Yoda himself. It will also be synthesized entirely by computer technology for the first time.

Leaving the camera, Ryan opened the script, familiar with his characters and lines, and looked at the location of the women's dressing room from time to time.

He came to the crew to report yesterday. I don't know whether it was because of missing time or the other party was deliberately avoiding him. The two never met.

But today, there are a few rival scenes, and they won't show up yet, right?

It didn’t take long for Amidala...ah, no, the Long Island girl dressed up by Senator Padmé appeared on his eyelids. Compared to Natalie’s actual age, she looked mature after makeup. A lot.

Gorgeous costumes are definitely one of the effects pursued by this space opera. Needless to say, Queen Amidala's dress in the first part is not to be mentioned. Even if she becomes a member of Padmé after leaving office, Natalie’s costume is still only To describe it as cumbersome, and compared to the first one, this one is almost completely turned into a vase.

However, the female characters in general commercial productions are basically vases.

There is also the costume of the Jedi Knight. The robe looks really mighty and maestro, but after putting it on, you must pay attention to it when you act, otherwise, let alone fighting, you have to be careful even when you walk.

"Hi, Nat."

After Ryan walked over, he said in an official manner, "There is still some time before the shooting starts. I think we should check the scene beforehand."

Natalie didn't have any expression or said anything. She maintained this attitude for half a minute before nodding slowly.

This is just work...

She told herself in her heart that this is the professional ethics that an actor should have.

Try to stabilize her emotions as much as possible. Natalie wanted to face the guy who was chanting the lines in a low voice with the usual heart when facing other actors. However, her reaction betrayed her true heart, no matter what Ryan said. What the dialogue is, she always takes a slower shot.

"Nate, you are... not in shape today."

Upon hearing the question from the other side, Natalie quietly clenched her fist and said calmly, "This is my job, and I will adjust it as soon as possible."

"I hope you don't let me stay with you all afternoon because of you." This Xiaobian voice is so familiar and so unfamiliar.

Familiar, because before they became adults, two people would ridicule each other in this tone for a lot of time, just like hitting each other to maximize their happiness. It seems that he has been arguing with himself since he was eight years old. Art to science, from current affairs to gossip, that is the most beautiful memory.

Unfamiliar, both of them have learned to be tolerant when they grow up, especially he, even if he has different opinions from his own, will not quarrel anymore. After the age of sixteen, he no longer uses this tone...

Almost subconsciously, Natalie replied, "Someone seems to have said that the talent in acting is far worse than me."

"But this man has been nominated for the best actor Oscar four times in a row." Ryan's lips put on an imperceptible smile, "Is recognized as the best acting person among the younger generation."

"It's a pity that everyone doesn't know his true face!" Natalie seemed sober, "You are a demon!"

After speaking, she closed the script and walked to the camera.

Why did you listen to his persuasion in the first place? Why take the role of Padmé? Amidala?

Natalie quietly asked the cameraman for some knowledge about shooting. It seemed that everything just now didn't happen at all, as if her heart was calm as she was on the outside, and she seemed to have no doubt about her choice.

Only she knows, only this strong and proud girl knows why she chose Padmé Amidala as the vase role.

This has nothing to do with anyone's persuasion, just because this is the "Star Wars" series that has a huge impact in the United States and even the world! Just because Padmé Amidala is the heroine of this trilogy! Just because this character can spread her name to every corner of the world!

Just like choosing Portman as the last name, she will use all available conditions to create the greatest benefits for herself.

I am always making the most advantageous choice!

Thinking like this in her heart, Natalie found Ryan from the corner of her eyes, her brown eyes are full of complexity, no wonder we have such a tacit understanding, no wonder we can always find the frequency of resonance, because in essence, me and him They are all the same people.

Withdrawing her gaze, Natalie listened to the cameraman’s explanation of some shots, her mind was always rolling, although she said decisive words and did decisive things, but ten years of feelings and invisible benefits, where did she want to throw away Can be thrown away?

Forget it, I'd better finish my part as soon as possible and go back to Harvard. If you can't see it, maybe your heart will be pure.

Perhaps it really calmed down. Ryan was surprised to find that when she was officially shooting, after a few moments, Natalie quickly got rid of the inexplicable state of the scene, and several shots were completed smoothly.

Of course, this is also related to the fact that George Lucas's requirements are not particularly strict.

After the Long Island Girl left the studio, Ryan could only stay and learn Jedi martial arts with stunt director Nick Girard.

Although he starred in two action movies in a row, Ryan does not need to participate in the training camp before the shooting, but the fighting in Star Wars is completely different from Gladiator and Lord of the Rings. With a chrome-plated rubber rod, it looks more fancy or flashy.

When he finished training and left, Ryan refused the invitation of Ivan McGregor, and George drove into the bustling Sydney city.

"Does she go every day?"

"This is not North America." George replied. "Eighteen years old is in line with the law." ()