Chapter 0006 Waiting for Notification

After that, Steven even took the initiative to modify the age and background of the character so that Joseph could star in "Jurassic Park"; moreover, during the preparation period for the film "Artificial Intelligence," Joseph was also Steven's first choice. Unfortunately, due to the prolonged preparation period, they missed the schedule, resulting in the collaboration not being realized

Steven, however, remained unmoved; he calmly shook his head and said, "It is not that Lannister is not outstanding, but rather that we have better options!" The other staff members nearby obediently kept silent, watching these two big shots argue their points, with not a single person daring to remind them to be mindful of the time, instead holding their breath and striving to diminish their own presence.

Steven sat down directly and then turned around, facing away from Tom; Tom also straightened himself up, resting his chin on his right hand, silently gazing at the stage as if there were no one else present beside him

Rami not only successfully starred in "Pacific War," where he played an important role, second only to the two core characters, but he also later won the Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his performance in the series "Mr. Robot." After struggling for six years in the third tier of Hollywood, he welcomed a springtime in his acting career

Lann Li took his skateboard from the guard at the theater entrance, thanked him, and directly tossed the skateboard onto the ground. He lightly stepped on it, pushed off forcefully with his left foot, and soared into the air.

Steven Hodder suddenly stood up, "But he does not possess that kind of strength amidst weakness! This is the reason I insist on using Joseph!" That uncontrolled voice broke through the constraints of the audience, startling all the actors on stage, but since they had not heard the context, they were left utterly confused

Lannister seemed to be taken by surprise by Rami's initiative to strike up a conversation. He raised an eyebrow slightly and then chuckled softly, "We are all striving to present the most perfect performance, hoping to impress that group down there, aren't we?" His tone was confident yet not arrogant, humorous yet tinged with a hint of mockery, which made Rami involuntarily laugh along.

Fortunately, Lan Li stopped in his tracks, waiting in place. Rami slowed his pace and came to a halt in front of Lan Li, breathing heavily. However, he soon realized his impulsiveness; the words he had prepared suddenly vanished from his mind. Looking at Lan Li's questioning gaze, Rami hesitated for a moment and then said, "... I believe you can definitely get the role!" His words were filled with certainty. After saying this, Rami nodded firmly again, "I mean it!"

Turning around, Lan Li took the lead in leaving the stage. Lami was momentarily stunned, looking around before noticing that the next group of standby actors at the entrance was already prepared. He hurriedly followed in Lan Li's footsteps, and everyone gradually left the theater

"Steven, give me a reason, give me a reason why Blue礼 is not outstanding enough." Tom's stubbornness also flared up as he turned sideways, facing Steven directly, slightly raising his voice to express his insistence

However, before Rami could continue to ask, Lan Li waved goodbye. Rami only had time to say "goodbye" and then watched as Lan Li moved forward again, while the tumultuous waves in his heart had just begun.

However, now Tom hopes to have Eugene played by Lan Li, which has also become the focal point of contention between the two parties

Upon careful consideration, and somewhat inadvertently raising my gaze again, I cautiously remarked, "Your performance just now was truly remarkable"

"Steven, Tom..." Finally, someone stood up beside them, mustering the courage to say, "We can make it. Let's discuss it slowly after we return; right now, we are a bit pressed for time..." The subsequent words hesitated and paused again, cautiously glancing at the two big shots.

Jesus Christ! He is only twenty years old! Prior to this, there were no works to speak of! Just now, you merely watched that... how long? Sixty seconds? Ninety seconds of performance? And then... " Steven's emotions were slightly stirred, but Tom did not back down, directly interrupting Steven's words, "But Eugene was originally only nineteen!"

Awaiting notification

The resolute expression on Lan Li's face exuded an undeniable firmness, devoid of any polite pretense. Rami couldn't help but want to believe these words, yet the astonishment and bewilderment in his mind were relentless. His earlier performance paled in comparison to Lan Li's. If even Lan Li were to be eliminated, how could he possibly be selected?

Stepping back outside, the fresh air instantly brightened the oppressive atmosphere. Rami watched as Lan Li's figure gradually receded into the distance, hesitated for a moment, and then mustered the courage to stride forward. "Hey, Lan Li." Rami once again realized that the height difference between him and Lan Li was indeed quite fatal, and his short legs made running particularly strenuous.

During the preparation of "The Pacific War," the soul character Eugene, Steven, had from the very beginning reserved a role for Joseph, hoping to achieve a second collaboration between the two parties, which reflects his fondness for this actor. Even the master Stanley Kubrick held Joseph in high regard during his lifetime.

The summer of 2009 marked the beginning of the dream journey belonging to Lan Li, sounding the horn for departure

Indeed, the discussions in the audience lasted for nearly five minutes, yet there was still no conclusion, which was quite unusual. Since this was still during the audition process, decisions are typically made on the spot or discussed afterward. Generally, discussions do not extend for too long on site to avoid disrupting the audition schedule, aiming to keep the average time for each audition group around ten minutes.

Joseph Mazzello? Tom said directly without any pause, and due to his excitement, he even slightly stood up before sitting back down, clearly expressing the turmoil within him. "Steven, I know you really like him, and I also know he is a very talented actor, but compared to Bran, he really doesn't measure up"

Despite their brief encounter and fleeting connection, Rami sincerely expressed his support and affirmation. The smile of Lan Li also carried a touch of warmth, "I believe that you will definitely be seen in the 'Pacific War'; moreover, I have a feeling that the weight of your role will be significant"

The tense atmosphere was indeed nerve-wracking, but at least it had temporarily subsided. "Ahem." The casting director cleared his throat, redirecting everyone's attention back to him. "The auditions will conclude here for today. You may leave now, and for any further updates, please await our notification."

Everyone almost simultaneously turned their gaze towards Lan Li—during the audition process just now, Lan Li undoubtedly stood out, and his outstanding performance left little opportunity for others.

The audition has concluded, and the standby actors remain on stage, standing in a neat and restrained line; from the audience seats below, there is a rustling sound of discussion, indicating that they are exchanging opinions, and it is highly likely that they will make a decision on the roles on the spot

Joseph started his career as a child star and is now twenty-six years old. In 1992, he appeared in "The Sky is Wide" and collaborated with Elijah Wood. At that time, Steven and George Lucas visited the set and were so moved by his performance that Steven expressed his hope on the spot for Joseph to star in "Captain Hook." Unfortunately, Joseph was only seven years old at the time, which was too young, and the opportunity had to be passed up

Leaving the theater, bathed in the sparse and languid sunlight of New York, Blue Li took a deep breath of the somewhat restless air, and his spirits soared once again. The audition he had just experienced was merely a beginning, an insignificant start. He once again had the opportunity to rewrite his own life, and that was what mattered most, was it not

Lannister is not being polite, indeed not, because the fact is as such

Thinking of the call from his parents before the audition, he felt somewhat heavy-hearted. However, this was merely his first audition, and the negative emotions lingered in his chest for just a moment before dissipating like a wisp of smoke, vanishing without a trace. After ten years of being bedridden and living two lives, he had learned to be open-minded. A smile gently curved at the corners of his mouth, resembling a streak of red clouds at the horizon at six o'clock in the afternoon, soft yet brilliant

Perhaps the stand-up comedy at the beginning has already foreshadowed the current outcome, has it not

The result of nearly seven minutes of debate is simply "awaiting notification"? In an instant, all eyes once again fell on Lan Li, filled with disbelief—if even Lan Li's astonishing performance could not sway the production team, then who could possibly win the opportunity to perform in "Pacific War"? ... This ...

Rami was no exception. Recalling the earlier moments of waiting, he remembered Lan Li's relaxed and carefree demeanor, which exuded confidence and composure, easing even Rami's own tension somewhat. Unintentionally, Rami lifted his head, only to unexpectedly meet Lan Li's gaze. Those deep eyes, reminiscent of the vast night sky, shimmered with a faint light, and the breathtaking brilliance left Rami startled, causing him to awkwardly tug at the corners of his mouth and smile sheepishly to mask his embarrassment. Unintentionally, Rami lifted his head, only to unexpectedly meet Lan Li's gaze. Those deep eyes, reminiscent of the vast night sky, shimmered with a faint light, and the breathtaking brilliance left Rami startled, causing him to awkwardly tug at the corners of his mouth and smile sheepishly to mask his embarrassment.

Turning around, Rami looked at the audience and murmured in a low voice, "They look as if they are discussing national affairs in the State Council." The teasing tone also revealed his sense of humor

Rami's pair of calf-like eyes is particularly distinctive. Born in 1981, his prominent eye features have always given him a doll-like face. Even in 2017, he appears not to have changed much, as if time has simply forgotten his existence in the passage of years

As the party involved, Lan Li could hardly conceal his disappointment. To be honest, his performance just now was indeed remarkable, reaching an excellent state and showcasing the best performance in recent times. Coupled with the controversies and discussions on site, expectations inevitably began to rise. Now, receiving such a response—"waiting for notification"—anyone who has participated in auditions or interviews knows that this response often signifies silence and being cast into the void. This disparity left Lan Li somewhat disheartened.

"If you say, let him play other roles, there is no problem! I can make the decision right now; he is outstanding and can handle many roles. However, we are currently discussing the character of Eugene, who is the soul of the entire series, not just the number one male lead. He embodies the spiritual foundation we wish to instill in this series!" Unconsciously, Steven's voice also slightly rose, his expression showing a hint of excitement as he firmly countered, "So, yes, I refuse to let him play Eugene. I refuse to allow such an inexperienced young stranger to portray Eugene! Yes, I believe we have better options than him!"