I Will Live As An Actor Chapter 58

I will live as an actor Episode 58

ad lib.

Not all directors welcome ad-libs. Just as there is a saying that it is not a big rock that causes one to stumble, but a small rock, one short line of dialogue can easily break the immersion in the worldview and character in the script.

The same goes for director Shin Seong-hyeon. He was famous for being reluctant to do unprepared ad-libs. However.

“It’s a perfect scene, isn’t it?”

I cannot deny what assistant director Kim Seok-cheol said. Isn’t this a scene that shows the appropriate contrast between Matthew (England) and James (Kim Hyeong-seop)? The scene created in an instant penetrates the two priests’ values about sin.

“Director, are you going to save this scene?”

Assistant director and scripter Kim Seok-cheol asks. It’s definitely a different ending from the storyboard. But it fits as if this scene was original. Isn’t that obvious? It’s true that I’m reluctant to ad-lib, but I can’t blow up a famous scene like this.

Director Shin Seong-hyun stands up and heads to actor Kim Hyeong-seop. Because I had something to ask him.

“Kim, is this what you are doing? What would have happened if you had shouted NG? Ad-libs like this aren’t bad, but next time, please speak up so you don’t get embarrassed.”

Shin Seong-hyun and Kim Hyeong-seop are university alumni. In fact, it is difficult for director Shin Seong-hyun, who is virtually unknown in commercial films, to cast a darling like Kim Hyeong-seop as a supporting actor. However, their passion for movies was sparked together in college. After endless courtship, which was nothing short of a trial and trial, he was finally successful in recruiting her.

At that time, actor Kim Hyeong-seop wipes his dry lips.

“I didn’t know that either.”

Actor Kim Hyeong-seop said he didn’t even expect the ad-lib to be successful. Wasn’t that also a sudden production? At that moment, a stray cat passed by, and he only asked a question and did not expect an answer.

However.

The young actor gently responded to the ad-lib as if he had foreseen the whole situation. Moreover, it was safe to say that the deep dialogue penetrated the script. Because of this, Kim Hyeong-seop felt his whole body tense without even realizing it.

‘Are you saying you were overwhelmed?’

How long has it been since I felt this kind of emotion? Sometimes, when the actors recite their lines, sparks fly, as if a chemical reaction is taking place. Especially when you stand in front of a great actor, you can truly feel overwhelmed.

Even though it’s only a short line, isn’t it common for people to be overwhelmed by the aura and not be able to fight back? Middle-aged Kim Hyeong-seop also had the same experience as eating a meal during his rookie days. Isn’t the expression “spreading” used in vulgar language? This means that they lost a battle of spirit between actors, not a fist fight.

“Hyung Kim, what do you mean by that?”

“Literally, it wasn’t the scene I had imagined. I definitely started it, but I couldn’t lead everything. I might have been more embarrassed.”

Kim Hyeong-seop turns his gaze in the direction from which the commotion is coming.

A new actor (British) who gave him a sense of tension and his manager are having a bickering conversation. It was only then that Director Shin Seong-hyeon noticed Kim Hyeong-seop’s gaze.

The fact that the famous scene created with the wit of the moment was not the work of middle-aged actor Kim Hyeong-seop, but the work of new actor Jang Young-guk. At that moment, actor Kim Hyeong-seop explains with a faint smile.

“I wonder where such a monster came from?”

* * *

The campus at lunchtime is bustling with activity. It’s fall and the weather may be chilly, but students running around the playground are hugging each other while wearing short-sleeved T-shirts. A fierce battle of nerves breaks out over the soccer ball. At that time, the ball is caught in England’s toes.

His height may hinder his progress, but he moves past defenders with fluid movements. The ball leaves England’s toes and shakes the net without fail, and at that moment, all the male students run over to embrace England and cheer.

‘It’s really good.’

I think I understand why CEO Kim Seong-hwan told me to spend my school days. The fatigue accumulated at the filming site disappears at once, and combined with the liveliness of the campus, it restores a sense of vitality.

At the tap located on one side of the playground, we all wash away the sweat that has soaked our entire bodies and give a refreshing feeling to our dry throats. The smiles never leave the boys’ faces. After all, isn’t it an age where it’s okay to just roll around in the dust? It was then.

“Seniors!”

England sweeps his face covered in tap water with long fingers and raises his head. These are juniors who were sitting on the playground bench just a moment ago, watching the soccer game.

‘Isn’t this the harmful effect of drama?’

Even though it’s already been over a month since the drama ‘Youth’ ended, there are still female students throwing in handkerchiefs. Why wasn’t the scene aired in the drama where the seniors and juniors are rushing to hand out their handkerchiefs after the male protagonist finishes playing basketball? just as expected. A similar scene was produced.

“Thank you, but I think you won’t have to do it like this next time. I tend to sweat a lot after exercising, so I always carry a separate towel like this.”

The UK does not want to embarrass the favor that appears to be good intentions, so it politely declines the next handkerchief in advance. The owner of the handkerchief who was lucky enough to be chosen by England is overwhelmed with joy. It was then.

“You’ve become a complete superstar. You’ve achieved it.”

Sure enough, it was the class president who showed up with his back turned. I feel sorry for her a lot. As vice-president, England should be helping out with class work, but she must be busy filming a movie.

Because of this, she was left in charge of all major and minor matters in the class on her own. Nevertheless, England was unexpectedly moved by not showing any signs of hardship and simply telling them to do well in filming.

“Your homeroom teacher is looking for you.”

“why?”

“How do I know that!”

Anyway, the nerves are still there. As the class leader leaves the tap and goes up the stairs, a look of regret is evident on his face. There is a white towel in the hand that was behind the back.

Just for today, I wanted to somehow deliver my towel. But Britain will never know this. Because he was such a clueless guy at times.

Teacher’s office.

The homeroom teacher asks England, who came in after being called.

“Britain said you don’t have a movie shoot on Thursday, right?”

“Yes sir.”

Filming is done in a hurry. However, is it because of director Shin Seong-hyeon’s consideration? As a high school student, England was given essential rest. This was due to the director’s values of prioritizing the actor’s condition, even if it meant extending the filming period. Thanks to this, I can feel my school days like this.

“Then, instead of class on Thursday morning, let’s help the teacher prepare for an admissions briefing session. Originally, we were supposed to select one student from each class, but it’s a bit difficult to make them class presidents. Do you understand?”

“Please just leave it to me.”

I’m not particularly dissatisfied or anything like that. Did you receive any benefits from filming the movie? I was always worried that I couldn’t fulfill my role as vice class president properly, so I’m glad I could be of some help in this way.

At that time, the homeroom teacher, dressed in a modified hanbok, looked around with a meaningful expression on his face. It was only when I could no longer feel the eyes watching me in the teacher’s office that I started to try my luck.

“I heard that a guy who doesn’t even go to school is so brilliant. He probably didn’t have time for tutoring because of filming. England, tell me honestly, you’re a genius, right? In 30 years of teaching, I’ve never seen someone like you who is so focused and good at studying. ”

What does it mean?

“Teacher, what do you mean by that out of the blue?”

“Your ranking in the mock test came out. It hasn’t been announced yet, but England placed you in the top 100 nationally.”

“Hundreds?”

“What is that bad reaction? You said you were ranked 100th in the country!! Right now, the principal is upset. He was so angry that he wanted to see your face in the morning. Even now, if he knew you were in the teacher’s office, he would come running out in socks.”

Of course it’s good. In my past life, I had never even been in the top 100 in the entire school, let alone in the top 100 in the country. The report card is amazing because we always competed for first place. However, it is also true that the goal was raised at some point. It must have been when I heard CEO Kim Seong-hwan’s advice to enjoy my school days.

I wanted to repent for my miserable past. Moreover, as time passed, my concentration improved significantly and my interest in studying increased, so I thought there was nothing I couldn’t do.

“It’s good because it makes me feel more responsible.”

“responsibility?”

“There are more places to climb, so I shouldn’t settle here or anything like that. I’m a bit unlucky, right? Even as I say that, I’m unlucky.”

Seeing this, the homeroom teacher wearing a modified hanbok slaps England on the back.

“This bastard is filming a movie here too.”

* * *

Historical drama.

If I were to choose the most difficult filming location for a drama, it would definitely be a historical drama. Since the costumes are made according to historical research, men not only have heavy costumes (armor), but also frequently have problems around their mouths due to having to wear beards. It’s no different when you’re an actress.

Because you wear multiple layers of clothing, you can get heat rash even in the middle of winter. Moreover, because people always use hair straighteners, it is not uncommon for their hair to be damaged, and in severe cases, cervical disc herniation is also common.

Among them, a child actor wearing a beautiful hanbok is giving a passionate performance. She plays the role of the crown prince’s young wife, and even her walking steps and hand gestures are filled with elegance. Even after the producer in charge happily calls cut, the child actor does not leave the filming set.

“Yeonsu, is it even today?”

The manager clutches his forehead. This is because the stubbornness of the child actor he plays is no less stubborn than that of most adult actors. It’s nice to watch the remaining people’s acting after filming is over. However, there is no need to study in the waiting room at the filming location.

“Today, when I went in, the CEO said something to me about how you always stay after filming. It’s a very difficult historical drama, but the manager doesn’t allow the actors even a single break.”

“Leave Manager Kang Yeonsu alone! Do as you wish!”

“Do you think I’ll be scared if you imitate the CEO’s voice like that? Not today. Go home and rest.”

“I heard it’s better to study in the waiting room. When I’m on set, I can watch other seniors act and study better. What can I do? I heard that even the problems you couldn’t solve are solved easily here. Hehe.”

As Yeonsu makes a cute expression, the manager sighs inwardly. Although she has such a pretty appearance, her stubbornness is as strong as that of an ox. Just then, another actress who had finished filming enters the waiting room. As Yeon-soo welcomes her, she explains more to Manager Kang.

“Manager, I need to remove my makeup and take off my camouflage…”

In the end, Manager Kang leaves, looking like he lost today again. Then Yeonsu jumps up from his seat and clings to her. I couldn’t find an actor or staff member who didn’t like training on set.

Not only is he outgoing and friendly for someone his age, but he is also full of affection for everything. It could be said that he is like a mascot at the filming site.

“Yeonsu, are you really studying here today?”

“It’s because I can concentrate well at the filming site. Crucially, it’s great because I can chat with my sister like this. How was my acting today?”

“Yeonsoo, you are flawless, but this girl is always the problem. I was so nervous today that I made several mistakes. When I look at the cinematographer’s expression, my eyes turn dark. But what you told me, Yeonsu, is really effective! Just like you said, my eyes I was imagining the four seasons while I was cold and drinking water. But then it turned out that I passed the test like a ghost! Today, my sister lived thanks to you, Yeonsu. I think she calmed down and was able to do well. Who on earth taught me that method?”

“Well, there is one! There is someone like that.”

In fact, this is a method I learned while filming ‘August Man’, which was filmed in Busan three years ago. Because I was so nervous, I had a lot of hiccups and kept getting my lines wrong. This is a method that her older brother, who was a child actor with her at the time, taught her. Even now, I often use that method when I’m nervous, and after doing that, I quickly calm down and can focus on acting.

“Anyway, what are we going to study so hard in our training? Math and Japanese today?”

“If you only speak English, you won’t be competitive. That’s why I’m learning Japanese as well. Who knows, maybe our drama will be aired in Japan too?”

“How can a Korean historical drama be aired in Japan? It was only possible because he was young.”

“Have you seen Youth, too?”

“Of course I’ve seen it. There’s an actor who plays the male lead. Did you say Jang Young-guk? He was fine. I heard there are a lot of actresses at our agency that like her.”

“She’s more than ten years older than me!”

“She’s suddenly hitting me in a sore spot again. Who wants to date that actress? I’m just saying it’s cool. It’s just a pity that he’s a minor despite his tall appearance. Our director (producer) also said the same thing. “He’s a coveted actor because it’s a mask that goes well with historical dramas

.” Even though the drama ‘Youth’ ended, there were still many producers in the broadcasting industry who wanted to work in England. He has a mask of cloth that can perfectly portray any role that is pure and masculine. . It’s amazing that he even has excellent acting skills.

“But Yeonsu, seeing how hard you study, does your goal seem to be a Korean university?”

“No, Sehwa High School.”

“Huh?”

Usually, the dream of students who devote themselves to their studies is to get to the top of the Korean entrance exam. It’s a Korean university where you can do it. But I never thought the name of the high school would be mentioned. Thinking that the actress might not have heard correctly, she asks again.

“Sehwa High School?”

Yeonsu nods confidently.

“I will definitely enroll.”

She says, ‘That’s right.’ ‘ is there. It must be Yeonsu’s greatest goal.

* * *

Masterpiece.

It is a word that fits perfectly if you look at the series of actions that take place in the mansion of the grandfather (director Baek Jang-hoon). Uncle (actor Ahn Jung-hyun) Not only that, but actor Kim Hyeong-seop, who is filming a movie with him, also came to visit. In addition, the grandfather joined in and started a big production, so the smell of alcohol

fills the mansion. “How many bottles have you had already?”

empty bottles of soju are lined up. Last It’s a scene I’ve seen all my life. I don’t know why, but many actors and film directors are alcohol drinkers. I knew my grandfather and uncle enjoyed drinking medicinal liquor, so I knew they drank quite well, but this is it. “ Teacher,

England, that guy is a total bastard. Things!”

“Huh, really?”

“Amman things. I knew England right away when I was young. I thought that guy was going to be big! But is Youngkuk that good at acting on set?”

“If Ahn acts well, would you say I’m a product? I say this because your improvisation skills are amazing. I tried ad-libbing before and was just overwhelmed. How long has it been since you felt that way? I felt the same way I did before when I acted in front of my brother.”

“What? Has something like that ever happened?”

My uncle and Kim Hyeong-seop, who are close friends, are busy having a conversation. Occasionally, the grandfather will just chime in with a word. The gist of the story is none other than me. Actor Kim Hyeong-seop is holding a bundle as if he were a storyteller. After solving it, my grandfather and uncle listen carefully.

They seem to be curious about what I look like at the filming site. How much time has passed?

“Yeoong-guk, you too, come and say Chinese characters!”

“Uncle, I’m a minor.” “

Man, you’re such an ass .” Look at that, you’re an adult now. “I’m going to get married soon.”

“Ugh.”

“Sir, England is a complete thing. Stuff!”

“Huh, really?”

You can see that all three of them are quite drunk. The uncle, who has a loose tongue, is offering alcohol to a minor, and Kim Hyeong-seop is also repeating what he said to his grandfather with a distorted pronunciation. No way

. So, I had no idea that Kim Hyeong-seop, whom I thought was the pinnacle of licorice (supporting actors) in his past life, was such a chatty man. After all, my uncle, who is a national actor, is also the exact opposite of his solemn appearance in the movie. Eventually, my grandfather got up from his seat, but my uncle and Kim Hyeong-seop’s The conversation continues all night long:

“Uncle. Seniors. That’s enough. That’s enough.”

“Yeong-Guk, we don’t have anyone waiting for us at home, so why are you doing this?”

“You’re right, Brother Jung-nyeo.”

Looking at those two people, I feel like I know. The reason why you must get married.

The next morning . .

I helped the housekeeper make bean sprout hangover soup early in the morning. All three of us were drunk last night, so we had no choice but to eat this and hope to relieve our stomachs. As I arrived at the school pedaling my bike, I could feel that they were already busy preparing for the entrance information session.

“Teacher, it looks like quite a few people are coming today.”

Due to the admission information session held in the main hall, many outsiders come to the school. From students to their parents, who are their guardians.

“In a way, you can say that England is thanks to you.

” Yes?”

“I guess since you’ve been featured in the media, it’s helped a lot in creating the school’s image. Well, it’s actually good for students to study, and it’s become easier to be active in the entertainment industry since you opened your doors to the UK. Thanks to this, many students aspiring to enter the entertainment industry are said to apply for admission. Well, it probably depends on your grades.”

Huh.

It was a school I entered to spend my school days normally. After all, most kids who dream of becoming actors or singers usually enroll in arts high schools. In the

first place, I had a certain level of interest in studying. Because I was greedy, I deliberately chose Sehwa High School. For your information, Sehwa High School is a humanities school that is well-known in Seoul, so admission was not possible with acceptable grades.

“England, please only bring this to the main auditorium. When this is over, we can go back to the classroom.”

“Is this really all you have to do? “ You said it as if you were going to ask me to do a lot of work.”

“Look at the current situation. Parents will at least keep their guard up, but if middle school students see your face, they will scream and cause an uproar. Just look at our school. Even the first graders who saw your face on the first day of the year line up at lunchtime, grab towels, and go out to the playground.” I

took the pamphlet from my homeroom teacher and left the teacher’s office. There were no students in the hallway because classes had already started. By the way, it

was quite heavy . Yes.”

I wonder how many parents and students are coming to hear the admission information session. The pamphlet for the admission information session in my hand was quite heavy. I was walking down the hallway toward the main auditorium. “It’s times like this

.”

I noticed that my shoelaces were untied. comes in. When did this get released again? I have a funny thought, wondering if anyone is even thinking of me. In the end, I got down on one knee and was about to tie my shoe laces again.

“Don’t get hit.”

A sudden voice made England raise his head. He looks. There is a familiar girl standing in front of him.

As if reminiscent of a scene from the past, this time the girl, with her long hair flowing, puts one knee on the floor and ties the boy’s shoelace tightly. The scenery of the campus. When projected onto the window, it feels like a painting.