Ch. 281Audition Turmoil
Summary of "Audition Turmoil" Chapter
Key Plot Points and Events
- Guo Zongming, the director of Immortal Sword 3, is overwhelmed by calls from people trying to secure roles through connections.
- A young idol, Jin Shiping, is late for his audition, angering Guo Zongming who leaves without auditioning him.
- Guo Zongming is cyberbullied after Jin Shiping's fans, upset that their idol didn't get an audition, attack him online.
- Li Changle, the producer, tries to mediate the situation and understands that Jin Shiping was late for the audition.
Character Developments
- Guo Zongming: Struggles with the pressure of casting for Immortal Sword 3, leading him to lash out when Jin Shiping is late for his audition. He is upset and frustrated by the online attacks.
- Jin Shiping: Shows immaturity by not taking the audition seriously, arriving late, and instigating fans against Guo Zongming. He is more concerned with his image and popularity than his professionalism.
- Li Changle: Attempts to understand and resolve the situation, showing concern for Guo Zongming and the project's success.
Significant Themes
- The pressure and stress of the entertainment industry, particularly on directors like Guo Zongming.
- The influence of fan culture and the power dynamics between idols, their fans, and industry professionals.
- The tension between art and commerce, as seen in the clash between Guo Zongming's artistic vision and the commercial interests of Penguin Pictures.
Character Interactions
- Guo Zongming and Li Changle: Li Changle tries to calm and support Guo Zongming, emphasizing the importance of Guo Zongming to the project's success.
- Guo Zongming and Jin Shiping: Their interaction is minimal, but Guo Zongming's anger at Jin Shiping's tardiness sets off the chain of events.
- Jin Shiping and his fans: Jin Shiping's late arrival and subsequent online behavior cause his fans to defend him, leading to Guo Zongming's online harassment.