Fourteen NGs.
What Anson needs to think about is not only his own performance, but also the director's creative intention and the state of the whole work.
In the movie "Elephant", Gus did not try to narrate the whole story, but just took a cross-section of the daily life of the school, those incomplete, ongoing, unanswered and directionless states, an ordinary morning at the age of seventeen Thirty minutes, then abruptly interrupted.
From the perspective of the creative intention of the entire film, this is the effect Gus hopes to achieve: there is no context, and similarly, there is no future.
When the audience is offended, shocked and hurt, when the audience notices the incompleteness of the story or characters - the fate of the characters is unreasonably interrupted, this proves that Gus has achieved his goal.
So.
After entering the performance state, everything is natural and everything is smooth. Anson handed himself over to his intuition, completely throwing reason and thinking behind him. At the end of the performance, he stepped on the brakes and controlled himself without following the past. Performing habits continues.
This is Anson's understanding.
Now that the filming is over, Anson needs to confirm with the director.
A look of satisfaction appeared in Gus's eyes, and he nodded slightly, "Your intuition is correct."
"If you showed a smile and a relieved look at the end just now, it would be another NG."
"Of course, I know that in other movies, such a context and arc is the correct way to perform. I used to look forward to such a performance. Believe me, your understanding is correct; but this time, I want to break this concept , to explore a new lens language."
"What I need is a state, a present continuous tense, not a linear context, just a cross-section, just stop the lens here."
"Perfect."
"This means that you finally understand my creative intentions and the state of the characters. You are now in the most perfect position, and I don't want to change any details."
"As I said just now, everything is fine."
so that's how it is.
Anson raised his chin slightly, "Okay, I understand, I just need to confirm."
Gus hesitated a little, but finally spoke, "You did a good job."
Anson was taken aback, "Director, you've already said that."
Gus, "I know. I just want to tell you that you are an excellent actor."
This was something Anson hadn't expected.
Gus was very honest, "To be honest, I didn't expect it myself, it far exceeded expectations."
"You have ideas and are willing to study the role. If you encounter confusion or不解, you are willing to speak out, face your weaknesses and shortcomings generously, and communicate openly and honestly."
"This honesty is not easy for narcissistic and proud actors."
Actors are often egotistical.
From a certain point of view, they need such an ego, because this is the basis for them to explore the role and awaken themselves, and without such an ego, they often cannot become good actors.
But from another perspective, such an ego can become a barrier to communication between actors and directors.
It is precisely because of this that many actors are stubborn and stubborn, refusing to communicate and change, which makes them a discordant factor in the cooperation of the crew.
This is also Gus's biggest worry before the filming of "Elephant".
Perhaps, Anson used to be humble and friendly, and the cooperation between the "Spider-Man" crew and the "Catch Me If You Can" crew was very smooth; but now things are different.
For one thing, the huge success of "Spider-Man" gave Anson a taste of fame.
Secondly, "Elephant" is a small crew, and Anson is the one surrounded by stars.
All these factors mean that Anson's position in the crew is different. Even Gus, the director, may not be able to control the scene. Once Anson puts on a big-name posture, it may be a disaster.
Toss and turn, worry.
At some point, Gus began to self-examine, why did he agree to Anson's appearance in "Elephant", it would be better to simply use ordinary student actors.
At certain moments, Gus secretly cheered himself up. If Anson played big names, he would just break up, and he would kick Anson out of the crew directly. Although the name "Gus Van Sant" is not considered important in Hollywood People, but he is not an ordinary nobody.
However.
The worrying thing did not happen.
Not only did it not happen, but on the contrary, the surprises came one after another, far exceeding expectations. Now it seems that Anson's joining should be a blessing, ensuring that Gus can take risks and try according to his own ideas, giving "Elephant" This film has a new meaning, chasing those ambitions.
This also made Gus a little embarrassed.
He thought, he owed Anson an apology, and sure enough, stereotypes are harmful, regardless of age or status, narrow-mindedness can make them ugly.
But on second thought, instead of apologizing, praise it.
Anson deserves credit in every way.
Gus did not hold back.
"I like your candor."
"Of course, more importantly, after effective communication, you can show the best state to meet the director's requirements, and I have no reason to find fault."
"In fact, I need to praise your work, although like everyone else, when I see you, I see the appearance first; but I sincerely like your performance."
"Maybe you should be more confident. You deserve it."
This is the first time.
This is the first time someone has praised Anson face to face. Although the filming process was very pleasant before, Anson could also feel the goodwill from the crew; but the praise that was actually spoken was still different, giving Anson affirmation.
Anson became a little restrained instead.
In his previous life, he really couldn't remember when he was last praised. He almost forgot what it was like to be praised and affirmed.
It seems that there is a marshmallow in the chest that is expanding, warm, sweet, and light, and the colorful colors are gradually brightening.
Anson's expression was a little cramped, but he still showed a big smile, "Director, do I need to be more confident? Are you sure?"
Actors, the most narcissistic group of people, their ego and arrogance are unimaginable.
Gus immediately heard the overtones of Anson's self-deprecation, and a smile appeared in his eyes, "Trust me, I've seen some actors, their egos are much bigger than imagined, and they refuse to admit it themselves."
"Your ego is nothing at all, a little witch sees a big witch, it doesn't matter if you grow a little more."
The smile on the corner of Anson's mouth also rose, "Shhh, I'll keep it a secret from Matt."
Matt Damon: ? ? ?
Gus had a smile in his eyes, "Although I was talking about Ben just now, but..." He also put his finger on his lips, "Shhh."
Ben Affleck: I didn't offend you!
Then.
Gus didn't stay any longer, "We should get ready for the next scene."
Undoubtedly, this is Anson's most special filming so far.
It's not difficult to say, it can even be said to be simple, it really allows the actors to play freely, there are no lines to restrain, no frame restrictions, nothing, and the performance can be completed completely according to the actor's own ideas.
It's not easy to say it's simple. It's undoubtedly a completely different challenge. It completely breaks and subverts all of Anson's perceptions of acting and roles. Experience a new way of shooting and re-examine the art form of film.
When Darren Starr called him, it was definitely something Anson didn't expect.
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