Huayu, can you be called the best actor if you don’t indulge yourself?

Chapter 676 Taran Training
Text messages were sent back and forth.

Li Luo said he would be free in a few days.

If Ms. Taylor Swift is interested, we might as well find some time to celebrate the box office success of "Valentine's Day," and this time we promise we won't leave her alone in the middle of the road.

Looking at the text message I received.

Taylor felt ashamed but also happy, jumping around on stage repeatedly.

Under the bewildered gaze of the backup dancers, our country music pop star could only maintain her composure for two seconds before her fingers trembled as she typed "OK" and sent it.

With this message.

The unexpected free feast provided by the film crew has come to an end.

Forgetting about the delicious food and drinks they enjoyed, the crew quickly threw themselves into filming, and the filming progressed rapidly as time went on.

Studio shooting.

That's how efficient it is.

Anyway, the set stays in the studio 24 hours a day, so the lighting conditions are not affected at all. We shoot for eight hours a day, and sometimes we even work overtime to meet the deadline.

In addition, the actors have already collaborated on two projects.

No need for too many breakthroughs.

From a certain perspective, all that's needed is to perform a set routine.

When all the actors are in their comfort zones, filming naturally goes incredibly fast. However, Kristen still tries to find ways to push her performance to new heights.

She was fed up with people criticizing her acting skills.

on the other hand.

Li Luo also advised her to hone her acting skills in all aspects.

While this series is enough to make Kristen Stewart financially independent, as long as she doesn't squander it, the tens or hundreds of millions of dollars she earned from the Twilight film series are more than enough to live comfortably for a lifetime.

But no matter what.

You still need to have certain aspirations for yourself.

Focusing on performance can also help you avoid most of the influence of money and fame, preventing you from being quickly overwhelmed by the world of fame and fortune.

Therefore, Kristen was the most self-disciplined actress in the cast.

As they acted...

It was late February.

The crew welcomed the first main actor to wrap up filming.

"Click~"

"Congratulations."

"Congratulations to Li on officially finishing filming! Thank you for his dedication during this time!!!"

The director raised a megaphone and shouted.

The staff in the photography studio generously offered enthusiastic applause.

It wasn't just about the food, drinks, and lavish parties; it was also because of Li Luo's professionalism during filming, a point no one would question.

"Thank you."

Li Luo laughed heartily as he accepted the flowers from Christine, then gave the Hollywood girl a firm hug.

"I also want to go back and rest with you."

Her little mouth was slightly pouting.

Christine twisted hard at his waist.

Although she's been through a lot lately, the Hollywood girl absolutely loves that feeling. Who doesn't want to completely relax after a busy day of filming?

She smiled and winked.

Li Luo laughed and hugged Alice the vampire tightly.

"BIG Daddy".

Ashley is starting to miss you!

Li Luo burst into laughter at the foreign woman's soft, sweet words. He, too, was completely captivated by the feeling of being utterly conquered by a man from the East while wearing a leather collar.

Hugs and high-fives were frequent.

Li Luo bid farewell to the crew members one by one.

of course.

There was no shortage of complaints.

"Please."

Lutz gave him a high five, shrugged, and asked, "Couldn't you stay a few more days? Like, give me some pointers or something. I'm sure I could learn a lot from you."

"OK."

Under the delighted gazes of those around him, Li Luo pointed his thumb to the side and said, "You get Mr. Godfrey to pay me a fee for action direction, and I guarantee I'll make you look like Superman."

The voice fell.

Laughter and boos followed.

This is what makes Li Luo happiest, as he was able to finish filming after just over forty days.

All these vampires combined don't even earn as much as I do on set, yet they spend more time filming than I do.

But there was nothing they could do.

I can't really turn myself into a wolf.

Li Luo was extremely pleased with the enormous salary he received, which was considered astronomical.

"Mr. Godfrey."

Holding the flowers, he warmly embraced the big boss.

"OK."

He was almost out of breath from being patted so hard, but Godfrey adjusted his glasses and laughed, "Go back and get some rest. The Lunar Eclipse is expected to be released in July, so please try to make time for the promotional activities."

"So fast?"

Li Luo was caught off guard.

"Yes."

Godfrey nodded slightly and gestured to those around him, saying, "In order to secure the upcoming schedule, the special effects are being produced in parallel during this period, and the post-production time will be greatly reduced."

"OK."

Li Luo nodded to indicate that there was no problem.

"Seizing the release date" is a euphemism used by the other party; to be more precise, it means trying to capitalize on the hype.

Teen-oriented film series like Twilight rely on hype and must stabilize the rising discussion in a short period of time to maximize profits.

Until the grand finale.

Instead, you can proactively slow down the pace.

That was done to raise audience expectations, with the ultimate goal of generating more box office revenue.

Now it's about making money for myself.

He naturally wanted to cooperate with the publicity efforts as much as possible.

Final feast.

There's no such thing as a free lunch.

After saying goodbye to the cast and crew, Li Luo watched the upcoming performances for a while before quietly disappearing from the studio, officially ending the filming of "Twilight: Eclipse".

Los Angeles.

While Vancouver is still experiencing a chilly, desolate winter, the city's temperature is already incredibly comfortable.

The temperature was around 20 degrees Celsius during the day.

jeans.

Another T-shirt, please.

Then you can comfortably enjoy the sunshine of the west coast.

The deep rumble of the Dodge Challenger echoed through the palm-leaf-swaying streets as it arrived at the Endeavor Elite Brokerage building before quickly driving into the underground parking lot.

Put on sunglasses.

Li Luo headed straight for the elevator.

"Ding~"

As the elevator doors opened, he blinked rapidly.

It wasn't just because of Emmanuel standing outside the elevator, but also because of the horse-faced man who appeared next to him.

"David."

Upon seeing the rising star appear, Emmanuel immediately smiled and introduced him to the person next to him: "Li Luo played Jacob in the hit movie Twilight series, David Schwimmer. I think you should be familiar with Li."

Of course not unfamiliar.

The other party became a global sensation starting in 95 or 96.

At his peak, he could earn over a million dollars for filming a single episode of a TV series.

Moreover, I've read news reports that after the hit TV series they filmed ended, the main actors each received nearly 20 million US dollars in dividends every year from the reruns of the series.

I don't know if it's true.

However, he was well aware that when Juyuan Network approached the copyright holder for the online rights to that TV series, the proposed buyout agreement was rejected without hesitation, and the copyright fee for a certain number of years was also incredibly high.

This can be seen.

Just one TV series.

That's enough to feed them for a lifetime.

Those who can reach the top position in the TV drama industry can actually earn just as much as movie actors.

of course.

Movie actors can reach the top.

The income is equally staggering.

With salaries, box office revenue sharing, DVD sales, and merchandise sales, there are many film actors who can earn tens of millions or even hundreds of millions of dollars from a single movie, and each can shine at their peak.

Ok.

Standing before me was none other than Ross Geller from the American sitcom "Friends".

did not expect.

The other party is also a client of Striving Elite.

The two exchanged polite handshakes and greetings after being introduced by Emmanuel. David Schwimmer quickly left with his assistant in the elevator, neither arrogant nor overly enthusiastic, maintaining just the right amount of social distancing.

"Difficult."

Emmanuel shook his head and led Li Luo toward his office: "He's a great comedian, isn't he? But now he refuses to take on any comedy roles."

"Suspense, crime, thriller, war."

"Even the director."

"David can accept all of these, except for comedy. I'm very sorry, I was planning to stay on set for a few more days a few days ago, but I had too much to do."

"Do you like watching rugby? I can get you VIP box tickets."

Realizing he shouldn't have mentioned the company's clients to Li Luo, Emmanuel quickly apologized and waved goodbye.

Then quickly change the subject.

I don't do comedy.

That's perfectly normal.

If he were to play the same role repeatedly for a terrifying ten years, Li Luo felt he would be unwilling to take on any more film or television projects of the same type.

Occupational burnout is one thing.

Furthermore, no matter how hard an actor tries, it is impossible to escape the constraints of their previous role.

In the eyes of the audience.

The other party can only be Ross Geller.

Amidst the constant greetings, Li Luo quickly arrived at Emmanuel's office. The office was not large, containing only a television and a miniature golf practice fairway.

There are no other entertainment facilities.

Through the glass partition.

You can easily see the staff bustling around outside.

Unlike the usual style of this top agent, the office's decor is very practical.

"first."

With a swift motion, Emmanuel pulled down the curtain and returned to his desk with great enthusiasm: "Congratulations on winning the People's Choice Award for Best Breakthrough Movie Actor for 'New Moon'."

"Most Popular On-Screen Team Award"

"Of course, we can't forget the heavyweight award for most popular film."

While speaking.

Emmanuel pulled two crystal trophies out of the drawer one after another. The square, sturdy base and the leaf-shaped cups looked extremely crystal clear under the sunlight.

"Most Popular Screen Team".

With a broad smile, Emmanuel placed the trophy in front of Li Luo and then offered him a cigar: "Regarding this award, you, Pattinson, and Christine will each receive a trophy."

"As for the most popular movie."

"That trophy belongs to the production company; this is what you received recently."

"Thank you."

Li Luo held the cigar between his fingers.

He happily played with the warm, smooth trophy.

I don't know if it's made of resin, glass or something else, but the texture looks similar to crystal.

Base.

This is the information of the winners.

The cup, shaped like a leaf, features embossed hands clapping.

The People's Choice Awards are also a prestigious and popular award in the United States, and even Hollywood A-listers would be happy to receive this honor.

The award ceremony was held on January 7th.

Hollywood A-listers like Hendrik Willem Van Loon, Johnny Depp, Hugh Jackman, Sandra Bullock, and Robert Downey Jr. were all involved, but he simply couldn't find the time to participate. And the Twilight team...

Once again, they became the big winner of the night.

Although the awards for most popular actor and actress were won by Johnny Depp and Sandra Bullock respectively.

The highest prize.

The Most Popular Film award still went to "New Moon".

With these three awards, the series once again proves to the world its immense popularity.

"This is just the beginning."

Lighting his cigar with a flick of the flame, Emmanuel spoke quickly, "Next up are the MTV Movie Awards and the Teen Choice Awards. You should be able to win two or three more popularity awards this year."

"If you can spare the time, I suggest you try to attend the awards ceremony."

"Isn't it good for you?"

Although it's not a professional film criticism award like the Golden Globes or the Oscars, winning such a popular award is still pretty good, at least it's a bargaining chip when negotiating salary.

If you have the time, you definitely shouldn't miss it.

"I see."

Setting down the two trophies, Li Luo looked at the guy excitedly: "Where's my little darling? Hurry up and bring it out!"

Emmanuel shook his head helplessly.

He picked up a large box from beside him and placed it on his desk.

This was the main reason he had just pulled up the curtain; if the contents inside were seen by staff and customers, it would inevitably cause a disturbance in the office building.

Rubbed his hands together.

Li Luo excitedly opened the large box.

Colt Python revolver, Remington M870 shotgun, M1911 semi-automatic pistol, Glock 17 semi-automatic pistol—he arranged these firearms on his desk in a categorized manner.

Besides handguns.

The large box also contained bullets, maintenance tools, and safety boxes.

A safe box is very important.

Firearms may be purchased, but they must be properly stored and kept.

If a private firearm is obtained by an unauthorized person, the owner will be held legally responsible for any serious incident that occurs.

In the United States, there are countless cases of people buying guns and leaving them lying around, only to have them accidentally picked up and played with by their children, leading to tragic shooting accidents.

Li Luo, of course, had to be cautious.

Let's take a look at it.

He unceremoniously stuffed the corresponding bullets into the magazine and cylinder.

Unloaded.

That's a fire poker.

The excited look on his face, and the smile he couldn't suppress, made Emmanuel shudder. Luckily, his client never even touched a leaf, otherwise he would have been truly terrified.

Li Luo's next move completely reassured him.

Apart from the Python revolver and shotgun.

Both the M1911 and Glock 17 were loaded with yellow-orange bullets and then placed separately in the safety case, without being put into the firearms or left in a cocked position.

obviously.

He knew exactly what he was doing.

"The matter you entrusted to me."

Exhaling a puff of smoke, Emmanuel pulled out a business card from the side: "I've found someone for you here, Taran Butler, a multiple Southwest Pistol League champion, California Three Guns Championship, and so on."

"Undoubtedly a master of shooting."

"The other party is currently engaged in shooting instruction and training, mainly targeting high-end groups such as Hollywood stars. Although Taran's fees are relatively expensive, they should be able to meet your needs."

I tapped the business card.

Emmanuel raised an eyebrow and pushed it forward.

Although he didn't quite understand why Li Luo wanted to seek such professional firearms training, he thought that going to the shooting range to fire a burst of gunfire whenever he had free time was enough!
only.

It's puzzling as it may be.

He has to handle the customer's needs.

Just like Li Luo spending three million dollars to buy Netflix stock.

Although I felt both amused and exasperated.

However, he would not comment much on this.

Some Hollywood A-listers spend hundreds of thousands of dollars to buy dinosaur skulls, while socialites spend hundreds of thousands of dollars to build mansions for their dogs, and female singers spend nearly a million dollars a year on hair care.

When those guys go crazy, the way they squander money is beyond the imagination of normal people.

It sounds outrageous that Li Luo would spend three million dollars.

But it is, after all, an investment.

Compared to the various money-burning behaviors that Emmanuel had encountered, this was already considered extremely normal human behavior; at least he actually had a batch of stocks in his hands.

Then take into account Li's identity as an actor.

Training and improving firearms proficiency can even be considered a professional endeavor.

therefore.

He had nothing to say.

"Taran?"

Li Luo put the python revolver in his hand into the small safe box, and thoughtfully picked up the business card that Emmanuel handed him.

Outside Los Angeles.

The speeding vehicles kicked up clouds of dust.

The car roared past the wooden gate, the wind making the sign hanging above it sway. It had a string of English letters, such as "Taran Training," written on it in a very messy hand.

Apply the brakes.

The Dodge Challenger came to a smooth stop in front of the bungalow.

The roar of the engine and the screech of brakes successfully drew the people out of the house.

Ankle boots.

Long, tanned legs.

A blonde woman, wearing denim shorts that barely covered her buttocks and a white T-shirt that revealed half of her flat waist, carrying a revolver, walked onto the porch and looked at the muscle car with interest.

"Taran Butler?"

The car window rolled down, and Li Luo took off his large sunglasses.

"Yes!"

A smile bloomed on the blonde woman's face.

Not only because he's handsome, but also because business comes to him.
"Taran!!!"

The somewhat wild blonde turned to the side and shouted loudly into the house.

get off.

Li Luo squinted and scanned his surroundings.

The bushes prevented the ground from being completely bare, and in the distance, rolling hills stretched out. Several large bungalows were nestled in the valley, and a few pickup trucks were casually parked outside the bungalows. The air was filled with the scorching heat of the sun.

remote.

now it's right!

It is precisely in such remote places that one can practice shooting without worrying about noise complaints from neighbors.

He closed the car door behind him.

Li Luo smiled and looked away.

After completing his business and confirming the Dior men's fragrance advertising shoot, he immediately dialed the number on the business card and drove over for a visit at the other party's invitation.

"plum?"

A white man with a thick beard walked steadily out of the wooden house.

Ok.

It's impossible for it not to be stable.

Contrary to Li Luo's imagination, he was burly and had a Western cowboy vibe.

A full beard.

He has a beer belly.

He's just an ordinary fat guy.

It's surprising that this seemingly clumsy guy was the one who directed and trained the exciting gunfights in "John Wick." It really proves the saying that you can't judge a book by its cover.

"it's me."

Li Luo quickly sized him up, then smiled and shook hands with him: "Mr. Butler, it's a pleasure to meet you."

Just a quick handshake.

He instantly realized that the other party's decision was unambiguous.

The calluses on several key areas of the palms are extremely thick and obvious.

“Taran”.

The fat man enthusiastically shook Li Luo's arm and gestured inside, saying, "Mr. Li, you can just call me Taran. Welcome to Taran Shooting Training. Tea, cola, or coffee?"

You have to be enthusiastic.

Taran Butler hasn't been in the professional shooting training business for very long, and he's only moderately well-known in Hollywood at the moment.

We want to make a name for ourselves and succeed in the high-end customer market.

Technology is one aspect.

Services must also be provided effectively.

Only in this way can we continuously attract customers and truly transform the competition's reputation into tangible commercial value.

Therefore, I received a phone call.

He couldn't wait to invite Li Luo to come and visit.

Go up the steps.

Under the smiling gaze of the blonde woman, Li Luo strolled into the unremarkable-looking bungalow.

pace.

He almost stumbled.

Li Luo stared wide-eyed at everything inside the room.

Various firearms are readily available.

The counter displays many modified, exquisitely designed handguns, and outside the back door of the living room is a huge shooting range set up with tires, iron targets, and abandoned vehicles.

The air was thick with the smell of gunpowder.

Besides various weapons, there were also two equally sexy foreign women inside the house.

Behind the counter, a dark-haired foreign woman wore camouflage trousers and a black and white bikini top, revealing clearly defined abdominal muscles.

The other side.

A Latina beauty is lying on the sofa watching TV.

The hot pants barely covered her buttocks.

Tank top.

It looks almost like a piece of cloth.

Moreover, Li Luo could clearly see that the other person was only wearing a small vest, and the wheel rims were clearly visible. He expressed his respect for the American's dressing habits.

After a polite glance for two seconds, he turned his gaze to the guns in the counter with a sigh.

Taran Butler.

He's a real talent.

Guns + hot girls, the first impression is absolutely perfect.

same.

They really know how to enjoy life.

Open a shooting range in such a remote place, hire a few pretty girls as employees, and spend your free time shooting and flirting with girls.

These days are incredibly enjoyable.

"In addition to providing shooting training."

Taran waved for the Latina beauty to get up and sit down, then led Li Luo to the sofa: "I also do private gun modification work, like the ones you see in the display case."

"Cola."

A blonde woman carrying a revolver walked over with a smile and asked curiously, "If I'm not mistaken, you should have played Jacob in the Twilight series."

"The box office is close to $800 million."

"Wow~"

"I must say I really enjoyed your performance in it. By the way, my name is Mickey."

"Thank you."

Li Luo smiled and accepted the Coke can.

Hear these words.

Taran Buster was instantly invigorated. He knew that anyone who could make a business call must be a Hollywood insider, but he never expected the results to be so amazing.

It's not his fault for not recognizing Li Luo.

Sending a rough, tough guy like Taran to watch Twilight movies is less efficient than shooting him in the head.

"Jacob?"

"Ok?"

The other two foreign girls gasped softly, their eyes shining as they stared at the handsome face.

(End of this chapter)