Looking at the nine photos on the big screen in front of them, although the names of the actors were not marked, those who were more familiar with the entertainment industry had already begun to "decipher" them. They began to identify them one by one. However, when they reached number 7, they were stuck.
"I recognized the first six. Who is this number 7?" someone in the group of 100 whispered to an old friend sitting next to him.
"Is it Dasmi?" another person asked doubtfully.
"No, Dasmi is number 9."
"Then... Nion?"
"That's not right. Nion is number 2."
"That's strange. Could it be because of the makeup? I can't recognize him. "
At first, those who were whispering to each other were those in the entertainment industry or those who were more familiar with it.
In the group of 100 area, there were a few people in military uniforms sitting in the third row. Although they had different surnames and did not belong to the same military region, they all knew each other. Normally, they were busy like dogs and did not pay attention to the entertainment industry. However, as elites among the descendants of great generals and representatives, they still had the right to vote when it came to casting.
When the "Founding Era" project had been established, it had been told that this series would be broadcast to the entire military region. It was a must-watch series. Since it was a must-watch series and they had the right to vote, they naturally had to represent their respective military regions and choose an actor that was pleasing to the eye.
Don't want actors that had scolded the military region!
Don't want actors that were morally corrupt!
Don't want actors that did not have the right temperament!
...
In general, they had to be pleasing to the eye and satisfy them.
If the actor was not good and the military region broadcast the series, what was the difference between that and forcing them to eat sh * t?
Thus, they had all come with a mission.
At this moment, the people sitting in the third row heard the discussions around them and were instantly amused.
"Nine actors. That bunch of people can't even recognize them all, let alone those of us who do not pay attention to the entertainment industry."
"I can only tell that these are nine different people, but I don't know who they are. I don't know any celebrities."
"I can still recognize the faces of female celebrities, but I can't remember the male ones. They don't seem to leave a deep impression."
"I just heard someone say number 7. I feel that number 7 looks a little familiar."
"I think so too, but when I was on vacation, I watched a few dramas online with my wife. I found a few of them familiar. Number 7 … looks familiar too. He must have acted in some dramas recently. It's just that I can't tell from the makeup and the scars on his face."
Those who knew Roman looked at the nine actors on the big screen and listened to the discussions around them. Suddenly, an ominous premonition arose in their hearts.
"Something doesn't feel right."
"That Number Seven, do you recognize him?"
"I've already matched the other eight. Only Number Seven looks familiar, but I can't place him."
"Do you guys think … that Roman fellow is going to stir up trouble again?"
"No way! This was the "Founding Era" project! When I spoke to him yesterday, I specifically reminded him to follow the rules! "
"Hard to say."
"They don't have to do anything big. Maybe it's just because of the makeup that people can't recognize them. After all, makeup photos are easy to deceive. When the audition video comes out, they'll be able to recognize them."
"That's right. When the audition video comes out, we'll know who it is."
The big screen in front changed. The first scene of candidate number 1's audition video had already started playing.
Candidate number 1 was a very famous actor. When that face with makeup and scars appeared on the screen, a few people who were familiar with this actor laughed. Their voting was definitely not absolutely fair. If the acting skills of the candidates were comparable, they would definitely vote for someone close to them or someone who had promised to help them.
On the screen, a video of the audition was playing.
On the dark mottled wall hung a few maps with all sorts of symbols. On the old but sturdy table, which was covered in all sorts of scratches, were some writing tools.
It wasn't extravagant, but it had the characteristics of the Period of Destruction. Everything seemed to carry the smell of gunpowder and blood.
There were some blurry figures in the room. This was a simulated image. When the actual filming started, there would be other actors.
At this moment, these figures were all standing around the table. The whole scene was very quiet. Coupled with the furnishings in the room, it gave off a solemn feeling.
This was an impromptu indoor meeting.
A pair of hands covered in calluses and scars held a rolled up map and unrolled it on the table.
The scars on his face and the serious expression didn't make him look sinister, but his every movement naturally exuded a dignified aura that made people feel intimidated.
In the video, Fang Zhao's face was slightly tilted to the side, as if he was listening attentively to someone. At the same time, his gaze swept across the map. He extended a finger and lightly tapped on a certain spot on the map. His gaze swept across the table like lightning, as if pausing on everyone for an instant. It made people's scalps tighten.
"One month is too long. There's no more time. Within half a month, this piece of land … must be taken down!"
What followed was a slightly longer tactical analysis that combined the local weather, the situation, how to set up an ambush, the most suitable weapons and equipment, the distribution of movements, and various other potential threats.
The low voice was sometimes fast and sometimes slow, but no other emotions could be heard. It also seemed to conceal all emotions, making it hard to fathom. The atmosphere was somewhat heavy.
This was a segment that Roman had specially chosen. When the time came for the official filming, the camera definitely wouldn't be constantly focused on Fang Zhao. This scene was just preparation for the casting.
Below the stage, people had already started to evaluate this performance.
A retired old man said, "His lines are very good. For such a long segment, there are no problems with the logic and emphasis."
Another person also looked at the large screen in front of him with satisfaction. "Actors of their level rarely make mistakes like this. Very good control of the rhythm, and their ability to read lines to stir up emotions is also very strong."
"There aren't any major problems for the time being. Let's continue watching."
In the video, the character continued speaking.
Towards the end of the line, the killing intent in the words intensified. The weight of each word seemed to increase exponentially. Until the last line, the gaze of the "Fang Zhao" on the screen, which was looking at that region on the map, became as sharp as an unsheathed sword, unwaveringly nailed to the map.
"Whoa, not bad momentum!"
An old man in military uniform sitting in the second row laughed.
A few people in military uniforms in the third row echoed, "Seems like it's okay?"
"Passable."
"As long as the momentum is enough, it looks pretty impressive."
But another old man dressed casually and elegantly frowned slightly. "A little overboard."
This was a professor who had just retired from Huangzhou Institute of Art. He had nurtured countless outstanding actors, and he had students all over the world.
Professionals like him analyzed problems from a different perspective than industry outsiders. Thus, while watching the segment, he had discovered a few small problems and voiced them out.
However, there were also people in the same industry who had different opinions.
"How is it overboard? I think it's just right! At this time, Fang Zhao was already a Yanzhou leader. Regarding the war during the Period of Destruction, whether it was theoretical knowledge or combat ability, he was already very strong. He ought to have the valiant momentum of a leader! "Another person retorted.
What kind of person was the historical Fang Zhao like?
Perhaps in terms of battle skills, he might not have been the best, but to be able to endure 100 years of the Period of Destruction and become a leader of a region, his intellect, strategy, strength, and physique were all incomparable to others.
"When 'Founding Era' opens, Fang Zhao will still be at his peak. He won't be as weak as he was towards the end, so his momentum should be strong! There's nothing wrong with this performance! "Another white-haired old man also defended his student. Number 1 was his student, and they had always been in contact. This time, he would definitely be biased towards this student of his.
The elegant old man from before shook his head when he heard this. That was not what he meant, but he did not say anything more. However, his tightly knitted brows did not show any signs of relaxing. Clearly, he still stood by his opinion.
"Hahaha, this is just the beginning. Watch to the end. There is still more to come. We can compare more. Isn't this what we are doing today?"
"Right, right, right. Continue watching. There is still a fight scene at the end."
"There will definitely be no problem with a fight scene. This student of mine has done quite a lot in the past. This time, for the role of Fang Zhao, he even specially trained."
Just like that, he had started to defend Number 1. By directly saying that Number 1 was his student, he was hinting to others to give him face and vote for his student.
Secretly, there were also people who ridiculed him. It would have been better if you hadn't said anything. Now that I know Number 1 is your student, I will not vote for him!
The competition for the 100-person team to select an actor was intense.
The video continued to play. Everyone present watched attentively and scrutinized it.
Number 1's fight scene was indeed not bad. No matter how real it was, at least the acting was very good.
A candidate's audition video ended. Below, someone had already written down an evaluation in their notebook. After watching it, they would pick out the one they thought was the best and vote.
Following that, candidate number 2's audition video was played, followed by candidate number 3's … candidate number 4's … five candidates' audition videos were played one after another.
The debate below became even more intense. Some felt that their student performed the best, while others felt that their senior/junior brother performed the best.
"They are all very good. They are all very capable actors." Someone chose to smooth things over and did not want to offend anyone.
Those without channels, connections, or background would not be able to get a script or a chance to audition. Therefore, those who could make it to the last step of the screening process were not simple characters. Those who were neutral and conservative chose not to offend anyone. When the time came to vote, they would directly abstain.
The third row of people from the various military districts seemed to be in a daze. Listening to the discussions around them, their faces were cold.
"It seems like they are all alright."
"They acted well."
But that was all there was to it.
They did not even recognize A-list actors. These people were often stationed on foreign planets and did not have much contact with the entertainment industry, especially in places with harsh conditions. For example, on planet Baiji before the discovery of the power mine, they could not even go online. Other than some military news and political education provided by the base to relieve their boredom, there was nothing else. They had never seen any entertainment gossip or popular movies or dramas.
Of course, the most important thing was that they really had no interest in the entertainment industry. How annoying.
Why did they have to take on this voting task?
At first, they had thought it was very interesting, but after a few times, they were a little annoyed. They might as well bring people out to open up wastelands for mining and exploring the universe. At the same time, they could engage in "friendly" exchanges with some aboriginals from foreign planets.
To be honest, there were actually many people around them who had superb acting skills. They usually wore masks when they acted, so they naturally had a pair of discerning eyes. If they were really allowed to act, in terms of acting skills, they might not necessarily be inferior to these professional actors.
In front of them, actors were actually just so-so. They were not outstanding, but they could not be faulted.
They did not chase stars and never paid attention to the entertainment industry, but sitting here, they would still give these actors the respect they deserved. Even if they were impatient, they would still sit here and quietly watch until the end before completing their task.
A certain military major general looked at the time and said, "There are still four more. We will head over after watching this role."
"This is only the first role for today. There are still two more to choose. This is the same process for each of them."
"Sitting here and listening to this bunch of people's chatter feels more tiring than training."
"What can we do? Continue watching. This is the sixth one. "
When the sixth candidate's audition video finished playing, the surrounding professionals started debating again.
Looking at those professionals around them, this bunch of people had seemed so upright at the start, but now that the list of candidates was almost over, the competition was intense, and the competition was on the table. There was even an old man who had just said he wanted to canvass for votes.
The people in the third row continued to be indifferent.
"There are still three left."
"Hey, it's number seven! It's the candidate number seven that those people didn't recognize. "
The moment they heard number seven, the people who had been daydreaming suddenly perked up!
They had to take a good look and see if they could recognize the person from the three audition videos. Who on earth was this number seven actor?
"Let me see too. Maybe I'll recognize him before those people do."
"You don't even watch dramas. How many actors can you recognize?"
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