My own war game

Chapter 412 Audition (Part )

There was a large conference room with more than two hundred people, all of them were actors who came for the audition.

These people were preliminarily selected by Houston's assistants. Many of them have been working in Hollywood for many years, including some first-line stars who have already gained some fame.

In addition to Monroe and Hepburn, He Chi also discovered a familiar face - Sean Connery, the actor who played the world's first generation 007.

This tall and handsome man was called "the sexiest man alive" at the time. There was an anecdote that when he was filming a movie, the heroine's husband came to the set because he was too handsome and became jealous.

However, Sean Connery's fame at that time could not be compared with the other two women. Whether it was Hepburn or Monroe, their status in the film and television industry surpassed Sean Connery, who had not won any major awards.

People's eyes were focused on the two of them, especially those girls who were eager to become famous overnight, looking at the two of them with passionate eyes.

Director John Huston clapped his hands and said, "The previous script has been sent to everyone. I want to know how much everyone knows about the concept of 007. Is there anyone willing to talk about it first?"

Most of the actors remained silent. It would be risky to answer questions without knowing the director's attitude. Experienced people would first observe the performance of others before making a decision.

But among more than 200 people, there are always a few who are different. A short-haired girl who has just been in the industry for a few years knew that she had no chance, so she simply raised her hand high.

"Okay, finally someone is willing to answer. Miss... um, sorry, could you please tell me your name?" John Houston took the initiative to give up his seat.

The little girl opposite "Barbara Felton" stood up and walked over excitedly.

It was only then that everyone realized how tall this girl was. She was 1.75 meters tall even without wearing high heels.

This is not really an advantage. This height will narrow your acting range. Just think about how tall a male actor would be needed to act with a woman who is 1.85 meters tall when wearing high heels? Which protagonist would be willing to sacrifice his personal attention on the screen to support her?
He Chi actually looked at this still somewhat immature girl a few more times, as he had some impression of this face.

Barbara Felton, who started out as a model, had been an unknown in Hollywood until she starred in a spy-themed TV comedy in 1965 and gained a foothold in the industry.

This TV series was nominated for an Emmy Award and was eventually introduced to China in the 1980s. He is one of the few actors whose name is known.

Miss Felton stood in front of the stage and cleared her throat. "As far as I know, 007 is a legend in the intelligence community who traveled through the two world wars. He is said to be a super agent trained by the British MI6."

"According to legend, he was present in several major events that affected the direction of the world. He is omnipresent and omnipotent in the stories. The stories involving him can probably be published as a bedtime book."

Director Huston nodded. "Very good, Miss Felton. Do you think he really exists?"

When this question was raised, there was faint laughter in the room, and someone whispered, "How is it possible..."

Felton thought for a moment and then said, "I have checked the information. After the war, a source specifically asked MI6 to verify this matter, and they flatly denied that there was such a person. However, I personally am willing to believe it."

"Why? What's your reason?" Houston asked with some surprise.

"There is no reason." The girl spread her slender hands. "007 is like an exciting and handsome dream. I am an actor. If I don't believe in this dream, how can I bring happiness to the audience?"

The scene suddenly became quiet, an interested smile appeared on Hepburn's face, and Monroe seemed to be thinking about something.

"Very good, very good!" Houston clapped his hands softly. "Hollywood is a theater of dreams. We dreamers should first believe in our dreams."

"I think Miss Felton is very suitable for playing one of our main supporting roles. Please take a seat. There will be a special audition later."

Oh~~~
There were small sighs from the crowd nearby. They didn't expect that a simple conversation would allow a little girl to take the lead. Some people secretly regretted why they didn't stand up just now.

With the role models, the whole atmosphere became lively. The review of most people was completed that afternoon, and only about twenty lucky ones got the opportunity to audition.

The eliminated people were a little frustrated but they were not in a hurry to leave, because the next part was the highlight, and the national treasure-level actors from Britain and the United States would audition for the leading actress. He Chi looked at the script and found that the plot was actually 007% related to what happened in Heisenberg's laboratory. Although it was a lot of interpretation and adaptation in the process, the overall structure was basically the same - and the heroine sneaked into the evil German laboratory to destroy the German nuclear plan and buy time for the victory of the Allies.

The background of the heroine looks very familiar. She is British, a makeup genius, not good at firearms but strong-willed, impulsive and emotional...

Isn't this Jima?

If that girl knew she was on the screen, I wonder what her expression would be.

The auditions for Hepburn and Monroe were about to begin.

The first to appear was the British girl, and Sean Connery played 007 with her.

The two people acted out the scene of their first meeting.

"Stop! Mr. 007, I don't think I can trust you!" Hepburn held a prop pistol and pointed it at Sean Connery with a vigilant look, and her originally beautiful face instantly showed a heroic look.

"Relax, Miss Heidi, I think our goals are the same...we are not enemies." Sean Connery was wearing a gray windbreaker, his tone deep and magnetic.

The two people's rivalry was natural and all the lines were basically delivered in one take. Although from He Chi's perspective such a performance was a bit unrealistic, it should be considered wonderful for the audience.

When both parties walked off the stage, applause broke out all around, which was a recognition from practitioners.

It's Monroe's turn.

"Stop, stop! 007, well, you are not worthy of my trust~"

The same lines became completely different when spoken by Monroe. Not only were there mistakes and omissions in the lines, but they also lacked the decisiveness that an agent should have.

"Why does it sound like she's acting like a spoiled brat?" someone whispered in the background.

When Monroe left the stage, only sparse polite applause was heard. Anyone with a discerning eye could see that this woman who had attracted the attention of half of America had messed up her performance on stage.

Out of consideration for Monroe's emotions, Houston did not announce the result immediately, but asked everyone to go back and wait for news.

But anyone with a bit of professionalism knows that unless director Houston was blind, Monroe would never have been selected this time.

When leaving, He Chi saw Monroe leaning alone in the corner, her body trembling slightly, her bright red nails inserted into her palms, as if she was still exerting force.

He Chi knew that Monroe's health had become seriously problematic during this time. Neurological diseases and drug addiction tortured her, making it almost impossible for her to carry out her business. In addition, she was caught up in sex scandals, and she did not produce a single complete work in the entire year of 1962.

And half a year later, Monroe died mysteriously in her own apartment.

Houston seemed to want to walk over and say something, but the sound of brakes at the door interrupted him.

A pure black extended Lincoln stopped on the side of the road, and a guard in a suit walked over.

A middle-aged man left the black sedan and walked towards Monroe accompanied by guards.

The people around him subconsciously avoided him.

Because the person who came was definitely a big shot—Robert Kennedy, a subordinate of the once powerful Congressman McCarthy, the current Attorney General of the United States, and the younger brother of US President Kennedy.

(End of this chapter)