"Like the actors in these two photos, each one can portray the character I mentioned well. The same character can be played as sorrowful or hateful. So, who can be the ultimate winner? It's the one who performs better!"
Laila smiled, "This is not nonsense, but a fact. How can one reach the level of 'acting well'? Of course, it's the one you understand the most, and even your own personality!"
"So today, my theme is 'self-discovery,' hoping that you can explore your own potential. When you encounter a role and feel like you can't play it, ask yourself first if you really can't play it and where you might be lacking. Also, check if the main character's personality you comprehend can be portrayed from the aspect you can perform well."
"Take the abandoned character we talked about earlier. If you excel in crying scenes, then tearfully portray the story; don't choose to be a revenge queen. When you feel that your performance is off, the first thing to consider is not that you can't play this role, but that you may have deviated from your track."
Laila's lecture on acting came from her directing experience from two lifetimes, and every word was a gem. If the students below could understand her words, it would undoubtedly be of great help to their future acting skills.
After sharing some experiences in directing, it was time for the students to ask questions again.
The students at the art school were not interested in topics like scientific development, network technology, planning, and strategy. They longed for Hollywood on the other side of the Atlantic—the film sanctuary! They wanted to know what Hollywood's big stars looked like, how Hollywood's directors created so many outstanding films, and what stories the Oscars held...
Laila was very pleased with this because she enjoyed these topics too!
Especially in the days just after becoming Laila, she still needed rehabilitation training in the hospital, and the greatest pleasure was studying celebrity gossip and interesting stories from Hollywood.
So, what was supposed to be a good lecture turned into a gossip session with the teachers looking on helplessly. It continued until the scheduled time was over, and both sides reluctantly concluded the event.
#Turns Out She's That Kind of Director#
After Laila left, discussions about her increased at the school. Many people felt that she was different from what they had imagined.
In their imagination, directors who could make it to the top in Hollywood must be stern and aloof. However, who would have thought that she not only said many useful things but also ended up chatting with the students about Hollywood gossip? Even when asked about her relationship with Roy, she casually shared some anecdotes, giving everyone a fresh perspective. In their eyes, she was a very charming person.
On the other hand, at the first-tier university where she spoke yesterday, the focus was more on her personal abilities. Her marketing and planning cases, known as classics, were beneficial to them. The questions raised during the Q&A session were also well explained by Laila.
Both speeches were very successful, and Yao Yingxia, who had been closely following the matter, breathed a sigh of relief. She had invited her and arranged everything; if something went wrong, she would be solely responsible.
While sending Laila and her entourage back to the hotel, Yao Yingxia tentatively asked, "Some media outlets hope to interview you. I wonder if you could spare some time?"
Most of the interview requests came from official media, whose responsibility was to report Laila's visit properly, telling the public that there were international friends who liked the East and were willing to cooperate. In essence, they needed a representative figure to show those who wanted to invest that the East welcomed them and was willing to provide various benefits.
At the same time, the extensive interviews were also to give Laila a good image, helping her build a good reputation in the East, which would be of great help to her future actions in the region. At least when she wanted to invest in local markets, local officials would provide some support due to her good reputation.
Laila understood her intentions and was grateful for her care. This matter didn't have any drawbacks for her; on the contrary, there were many benefits. If it weren't for her laziness, it would have been great to take on all the interviews.
"Yao, you've helped me a lot. If it's the media you recommend, I'm willing to accept the interviews." She pretended not to understand her intentions, acting as if she agreed to give her face.
Yao Yingxia was satisfied with her response, feeling that her emotional investment over this period was indeed correct. She didn't know that Laila had already set the future task of investing in the East. She thought that Laila was giving her face; otherwise, even if she was praised highly domestically, it wouldn't have much to do with her who was working overseas. As for box office numbers, she felt that Laila didn't need the money from the East.
If Laila knew what she was thinking, she would probably burst into laughter. That's right, the East doesn't have much profit now, but in a few years, it will catch up with North America's box office results at a dazzling speed. Just look at what future Hollywood companies are doing to get the East Asian box office: casting East Asian actors, making special editions for East Asia, changing story settings to East Asia... in short, they're ready to sacrifice anything for the money.
Why? Of course, it's because there is money to be made in the East!
American audiences are already tired of blockbuster movies, but Eastern audiences are not. Many American blockbuster films that flop in the United States find a lifeline in the East, saving them from their box office woes. It can be said that the success in the East has become a talisman for these struggling films. In such a situation, how can Hollywood film production companies not love the Eastern market?
Laila was giving her face like this, so Yao Yingxia was more thoughtful of her: "You don't need to pay attention to some unimportant media, or you can simply hold a press conference. I suggest it would be best to accept the invitation from CCTV. It's like the talk show you participated in before, relaxed and chatty. Also, choose a few official newspapers and magazines; during the summer season, don't you have a movie to release? I think this is a great opportunity for promotion."
Laila nodded as she listened, "Okay, I'll have Demi handle it. When the time comes, you can have those media contact her."
This was what she meant by 'handling it later'! Seeing that she was so trusted, Yao Yingxia's smile became more sincere, "Rest assured, I will arrange the best options for you."
Laila smiled, "I know."