A Slacker's Hidden Worries

Chapter 67

The public service ad shoot wasn't difficult, and Li Wenchuan didn't run into any of the issues the director had anticipated. The entire process went as smoothly as Dove chocolate.

Still, there were several moments when Qian Limin overshadowed Li Wenchuan in the long takes.

He had experience being an actor in his previous life. Even when facing veteran performers in the entertainment industry, he had inevitably slipped up at times. They had spent a lifetime making a living from acting; they couldn't possibly be that easy to handle.

Noticing a problem in the footage, the director frowned. "Cut. Li Wenchuan, come over."

Li Wenchuan had also realized what was wrong. In this scene, he had consciously or unconsciously been led along by Qian Limin. Looking at the image on the monitor, the director asked, "Can you see the problem?"

The camera in this scene was originally supposed to follow Li Wenchuan, but once filming began, everyone watching would naturally turn their attention to Qian Limin. As a result, Li Wenchuan disappeared from view, and the segment failed to achieve its intended effect.

"Director, could I watch it a few more times?" Li Wenchuan stared at the footage, repeatedly studying where he had gone wrong.

He had been too passive. In this wordless scene, relying solely on facial expressions wasn't enough. Qian Limin, on the other hand, had been constantly supporting his performance with movement. It felt more natural, and the character seemed more real.

Qian Limin took a sip of tea to soothe his throat and comforted Li Wenchuan. "Don't rush. You're already doing very well."

He was telling the truth. Compared with the other young actors he had worked with, Li Wenchuan was the best performer. A few minor mistakes and being overshadowed in a scene