Rebirth of the Thousand-Faced Movie King

"Director Wang, if I say I'm not interested, would you believe me?"

Chen Ping took the script into his hands with some excitement and read it.

He felt that the script was somewhat familiar and asked, "Is it director Yang Jie?"

"right."

"I like director Yang Jie."

Chen Ping nodded.

There have been many versions of Journey to the West in previous lives.

There is a Zhang Jizong version.

There are versions by Zhang Weijian and Chen Haomin

There is a Fei Zhenxiang version.

But what I like the most is the version directed by Yang Jie.

This version was also called the most classic 86 version in previous generations.

Just thinking about it.

Chen Ping was stunned: "What, Director Wang, do I play Tang Monk?"

Looking at the name proposed above, Chen Ping was a little confused.

Tang Monk?

Of course it's not that Chen Ping can't play Tang Monk.

But what Chen Ping really wants to play is not Tang Seng.

"Yes, our preliminary plan is for you to play Tang Monk."

Director Wang nodded: "You match Tang Seng's temperament very well, and you are so handsome. Even with a bald head, he is still very handsome. There is absolutely no problem in letting you play Tang Seng."

"I can play Tang Monk."

But Chen Ping shook his head and said, "But Director Wang, I don't want to play Tang Monk, I want to play Sun Wukong."

"Sun Wukong."

Looking at Chen Ping, Director Wang hesitated: "This...for the role of Sun Wukong, another candidate has been tentatively drafted."

"It's drafted but it hasn't been decided yet."

"You could say the same thing."

"Director Wang, let's put it this way, I don't have much feelings for Tang Monk."

"This..."

Looking at Chen Ping, Director Wang had a headache: "Logically speaking, with your status, you can choose any role in Journey to the West. However, for the role of Monkey King, several leaders have said hello. At that time, only one person can audition. After the cutscene, he was basically confirmed.”

“I could audition and compete with him.”

"Chen Ping, the opponent is also very strong."

"No matter what, after all, this role has not been confirmed yet. So..."

Chen Ping still wants to fight for this role.

After a while, Director Wang sighed: "Okay, I'll make some arrangements for you. But I can't guarantee it."

After all, Chen Ping's influence is too great.

Even if the superior said hello, Director Wang had to consider Chen Ping's strong request.

…

The next day, Director Wang invited Director Yang Jie and several leaders over.

"Dear leaders, Director Yang Jie... the main actors are almost confirmed. I also met with Chen Ping yesterday. However, Chen Ping seems not to be willing to play Tang Monk. He is more interested in the role of Sun Wukong."

Although the boss deliberately planned another actor.

However, he invited Chen Ping because of Chen Ping's influence.

Look at the New Three Kingdoms.

With Chen Ping joining the show, the ratings are now at 50 points.

Why did you call Chen Ping here? Wasn't it because of his popularity?

"Chen Ping, Sun Wukong?"

Yang Jie was a little surprised.

but.

Yang Jie didn't object much to Chen Ping's intention to play Sun Wukong.

He looked at the leaders on the side and said, "Dear leaders, why don't you invite Chen Ping to audition?"

Although Yang Jie was quite satisfied with the actor planned above.

After all, he comes from a noble family, and he also understands the essence of monkey opera.

But Chen Ping is no ordinary actor.

Besides, the most important actor in Journey to the West seems to be Tang Monk, but the real influence is Sun Wukong.

besides.

It is also Sun Wukong who occupies most of the scenes in the play.

"Director Wang, Chen Ping's appearance and temperament match Tang Seng very well. He should have no problem playing Tang Seng."

One of the leaders was obviously unhappy and said to Director Wang.

Director Wang opened his mouth, not knowing what to say.

Several of them are his leaders.

How could Director Wang dare to say no to an actor like this who was originally appointed?

That is Chen Ping.

But Director Wang didn't say anything. Another leader thought for a while and said, "Forget it, it's Chen Ping after all. We also agree with Chen Ping's acting skills, and he may not be unsuitable for the role of Sun Wukong. If we don't even have the opportunity to audition, Give it to him, I guess people also have opinions. Just follow what director Yang Jie said and let him compete with Xiao Zhangzi."

"Fine."

Several people exchanged opinions with each other and could only nod.

Their influence is there.

Even if they are leaders, they still have to look at Chen Ping's face.

Say it again.

If he doesn't agree to this, Chen Ping may not play the role of Tang Monk.

If Chen Ping is not willing to play Tang Monk, how can Journey to the West ensure its ratings?

…

afternoon.

With the consent of several leaders, Director Wang called Chen Ping.

"Chen Ping, I have good news for you."

"The leader agrees?"

"Almost. However, this agreement only allows you to audition. It does not necessarily mean that you will be allowed to play the role of Sun Wukong."

"clear."

Chen Ping nodded.

"Also, let me tell you one more thing. Although the actor who auditioned with you is far less famous than you, he is also very powerful. Moreover, he comes from a family of monkey kings and has been acting as monkeys for generations. Many leaders are very fond of him. If you are in I didn’t perform well during the audition, I’m afraid…”

"Thank you, Director Wang, I understand."

Chen Ping knew the person Director Wang was talking about.

It should be Zhang Jinlai, who played Sun Wukong in his previous life.

Maybe you don't know who Zhang Jinlai is.

Then he has a nickname, called Liuxiao Lingtong.

Yes.

Liuxiaolingtong is not his real name, it is just his nickname.

Because this name is so loud, many people don't know what his real name is.

He comes from a family of monkey kings and has played monkeys for generations.

Therefore, his performance of Sun Wukong is also very classic, overwhelming all other Sun Wukong actors.

Chen Ping actually respects this actor quite a bit.

One of the reasons for respect is his superb performance of Sun Wukong.

He successfully created a classic Sun Wukong.

only.

On the other hand, Chen Ping didn't like the actor very much.

The reason why I don't like it.

Mainly because this actor is a bit overbearing.

The Sun Wukong he played is indeed a classic, but it is a bit unauthentic for him to object to the Sun Wukong played by others from time to time.

In his opinion, the Sun Wukong played by others are all fake, wrong, and do not have any Sun Wukong qualities.

Even Sun Wukong, played by Zhou Xingchi, was used to make fun of him.

Is that what you mean?

Could it be that only the Monkey King he plays is authentic and the others are fake products?

On this point, Chen Ping did not particularly agree.

a thousand reader with a thousand hamurate.

Everyone has a different understanding of Sun Wukong. Perhaps the Sun Wukong played by Liu Xiaolingtong is indeed a classic.

But the Monkey King played by others also has his highlights.

It’s not necessarily true that one person plays the real Sun Wukong, and the others play the fake Sun Wukong.

so.

Since there is an audition, Chen Ping will have a PK with this master who plays Sun Wukong.

…

A few days later.

The cast of Journey to the West held an audition ceremony at the CCTV Building.

As CCTV's most important drama after Three Kingdoms, the preparation for the production of Journey to the West has attracted the attention of many people.

CCTV has not disclosed much information to the outside world, but hundreds of media have already been waiting at the CCTV headquarters building early.

"Brothers, I didn't expect that CCTV would create another big drama."

"It's necessary. The New Three Kingdoms is so popular, Journey to the West should naturally be put on the agenda."

"I wonder if the starring role in Journey to the West has been confirmed yet?"

"It is said that several leading actors have been confirmed, but there are still some that have not been confirmed, the most important one is the role of Monkey King."

"I heard that Sun Wukong has been determined to be Liu Xiaoling Tong."

"I heard that too."

"No, no, no, it seems that the most important aspect of this audition is the role of Monkey King."

"Is there anyone else who is qualified to compete with Liuxiao Lingtong?"

"Other actors naturally don't have many qualifications, but with one actor it's different."

"Who?"

"Chen Ping."

When he mentioned Chen Ping, all the reporters suddenly realized.

Although the other actors are well-known, they are far behind compared to Liu Xiaolingtong from the Monkey King Family.

After all, I'm not playing another role.

This is playing Sun Wukong.

Sun Wukong himself is a monkey.

Liuxiaolingtong has been playing monkeys for decades, and it is his ancestral role as monkey... If he plays the role of Sun Wukong, few people will object.

But who is Chen Ping?

Regardless of whether it is in terms of status, popularity, or influence, Chen Ping is a leader among six-year-olds.

Again.

Chen Ping's nickname is the actor with a thousand faces.

Although I haven't seen him play Sun Wukong, I think it won't disappoint if he plays Sun Wukong.

then.

This is where things get interesting.

"Tsk, tsk, Liu Xiaolingtong VS Chen Ping, I really don't know who will win and who will lose."

"I guess the director also has a headache. The two of them don't know who to choose."

"I support Liuxiaolingtong. After all, he is from a family of monkey kings who have been playing monkeys for generations. It is most authentic for him to play Sun Wukong."

"Authentic, what is it? Authentic, does Sun Wukong belong to his family, or can he only play the role of monkey? I support Chen Ping, the actor with a thousand faces, not just bragging. Besides, his popularity is there, New Three Kingdoms broke Who can achieve a rating of 50 points?"

"Then let's see."

A moment.

A group of reporters split into two groups.

There are those who support six-year-old children.

There are also those who support Chen Ping.

…

10pm.

Chen Ping came to the CCTV headquarters building.

"Chen Ping, is this how you dress?"

As soon as he saw Chen Ping, Director Wang frowned: "What are you wearing?"

"Stone monkey costume."

"Stone monkey?"

Director Wang had a headache: "Look at this six-year-old child, uh... you will see it in a moment."

After a while.

Sure enough, Chen Ping saw Liu Xiaolingtong.

At this time, Liu Xiaolingtong was wearing the makeup of the Monkey King.

Upon seeing Chen Ping, Liu Xiaolingtong smiled and greeted Chen Ping: "Hello, Teacher Chen Ping, hello, I am Zhang Jinlai, others also call me Liu Xiaolingtong."

"Teacher Zhang is indeed from a family of monkey kings. As soon as he appeared, I felt like Sun Wukong had arrived."

"No, no... I have been playing a monkey for decades. I am not sure about other roles, but when it comes to playing a monkey, I still have some experience."

Although Liu Xiaolingtong is more arrogant.

But it depends on who it is.

Facing Chen Ping, Liu Xiaolingtong was also under a lot of pressure.

After all, Chen Ping's influence is too great, and his acting skills are not bad either.

If he wasn't from the Monkey King family and knew many people, he might not even have a chance to audition for the role of Monkey King.

But even so.

He was originally assigned the role, but because of Chen Ping, he had to compete with Chen Ping.

However, when he saw Chen Ping dressed in a simple stone monkey costume, Liu Xiaolingtong breathed a sigh of relief.

Although Chen Ping's Stone Monkey costume is okay, it can't compare to his Monkey King costume.

For this role, he customized this costume for himself a month in advance.

He believes it.

As soon as this set of equipment appears, the director's eyes will light up.

"Teacher Chen Ping, Teacher Liu Xiaolingtong, please let the two of you in."

"OK."

The two nodded and arrived at the audition office at the same time.

Sitting in the office are director Yang Jie, producer Director Wang, and screenwriter Dai Yinglu.

There were also a few people Chen Ping didn't know.

It should be the leader from above.

As soon as the two appeared.

Several leaders immediately set their sights on Liu Xiaolingtong.

no way.

Liu Xiaolingtong’s Monkey King costume is really amazing.

Chen Ping's stone monkey costume is rather mediocre and doesn't have many highlights.

"Teacher Zhang, you must have put a lot of thought into this Monkey King costume."

Director Yang Jie looked at Liuxiaolingtong and asked.

Liu Xiaolingtong replied: "I didn't spend too much time on it. I just designed it according to the original work."

Liuxiao Lingtong blinked rapidly while answering.

With the blink of an eye, there is no need for an audition, and the Monkey King is born.

Compared to this.

Although Chen Ping's stone monkey costume is consistent with the original work, it is not interesting.

Several leaders secretly preferred the six-year-old boy.

But the audition hasn’t started yet, so you can’t be too subjective.

After all, each of these two actors has a lot of weight.

"Two teachers, it's like this. The character being auditioned today is Sun Wukong. I believe that the two teachers are very clear about Sun Wukong and have their own interpretations. The content of today's audition is to use your performances to play the Sun Wukong you understand. You guys You have half an hour to prepare...start now."

After speaking, Director Yang Jie said nothing more and asked the two of them to prepare.

Chen Ping and Liu Xiaolingtong exited the audition room.

Both of them were thinking about how to perform after a while.

To know.

Although Sun Wukong is very unique, it is not easy to play this role.

in particular.

Everyone is very familiar with Sun Wukong.

The more people are familiar with it, the more difficult it is to perform the Sun Wukong they recognize.

but.

Chen Ping, who has incomparable experience, still thought of a good way to perform.

He is preparing to restore Sun Wukong at various stages of time.

This is actually easy to understand.

Sun Wukong was not born as Sun Wukong.

When he was born, he was just a stone monkey.

It was not until he became a disciple that he was called Sun Wukong.

Then there was the havoc in the Heavenly Palace and later accompanying Tang Monk to learn scriptures.

So Sun Wukong's entire life actually has a series of stages.

The first is the stone monkey Sun Wukong.

Next is Taoist Sun Wukong.

Next is the Monkey King, Sun Wukong.

Then there was Monkey King causing havoc in the Heavenly Palace.

Then there is Monkey King, the Monkey King.

And the final battle to defeat the Buddha Sun Wukong.

If you understand all this, the subsequent performances will be easier to perform.

but.

Chen Ping looked at himself and found that his stone monkey costume could only perform one stage.

If the costume is still the same in other stages, the performance will be somewhat compromised.

But this is not a problem for Chen Ping.

Then Chen Ping entered the system.

He entered the system mall and purchased a series of clothing props.

Half an hour later, the official audition began.