Who says Beijing Film Academy has no great directors? (2002)

After dismissing Bao Beier, Chen Yancai called for the next person.

During a break, Ning Hao asked him, "Why didn't you want this person? He seems quite suitable for a comedic role."

Chen Yan casually replied, "His face doesn't look good, never mind."

Both he and his wife are difficult to evaluate, and Chen Yan doesn't want to use actors like that.

Luo Jin and Zhu Yawen came together. Chen Yan had Liu Yifei speak to them and told them to come for the audition.

As long as nothing goes wrong on the day of the audition, the roles of Chen Xiaozheng and Xu Kaiyang will be cast.

Luo Jin came in first, still with that shy look.

"Director Chen, Director Ning."

Chen Yan looked up and said, "Hmm."

Luo Jin prepared for a few minutes and acted with great restraint, which was quite fitting for the role of Chen Xiaozheng.

Ning Hao nodded at Chen Yan, indicating that the actor was acceptable.

When it was Zhu Yawen's turn, he was all smiles. He came in and chatted with Chen Yan for a bit, all smiles.

Ning Hao joked, "I must say, Zhu Yawen, you really do look quite alike with Xu Kaiyang."

The group consisted of classmates from the Beijing Film Academy. Although they weren't close friends, they could still chat for a bit when they met.

Most importantly, Zhu Yawen and Liu Yifei have a fairly good relationship, and Chen Yan is happy to give him this opportunity.

"Okay, you're cast. Don't tell anyone when you leave," Chen Yan replied with a smile.

Zhu Yawen deliberately feigned a flattered expression, "Thank you, Director Chen and Director Ning! Oh my, am I about to become famous?!"

Actually, he had prepared himself mentally before coming. Since Chen Yan could get Liu Yifei to speak to him and Luo Jin, it was probably going to be successful. But when he actually heard the news, he was still pleasantly surprised.

"It's still early," Chen Yan joked.

Zhu Yawen scratched his head and said, "Hey, it'll happen if there's an opportunity!"

After he left, Ning Hao sighed, "Who says the Beijing Film Academy doesn't have good actors? I think the two you chose are quite suitable."

"This is a youth campus drama, so it's fine as it is."

Ning Hao laughed, "Looks like you got a scolding from the teacher too, huh?"

Ning Hao was reprimanded by his teachers when he returned to the photography department recently. They told him to take care of his fellow students when making films in the future. Even he, a photography major, couldn't avoid this, let alone Chen Yan, who is from the directing department of Beijing Film Academy.

Chen Yan smiled but remained silent.

After a while, two more students from Beijing Film Academy were chosen: Zhao Shiyong chose Zhang Lu, and Shi Jie chose Wang Luodan.

However, when it came to Ruan Wan, Chen Yan and Ning Hao both ran into difficulties. This character was positioned as a school beauty, who needed to be both gentle and dignified, and also able to portray the feeling of a broken beauty.

After watching many auditioning actors, Chen Yan felt that none of them were suitable.

Chen Yan's eyes lit up when Dong Xuan walked in.

She has a dignified appearance, with gentle and upright features, long eyes, and a deep, expressive gaze that tells a story.

Chen Yan glanced at Ning Hao and saw the admiration in his eyes. Shangguan Yan was quite something, cold and aloof.

Dong Xuan bowed slightly and smiled generously, "Director Chen, Director Ning."

"Is your senior not working lately?" At this time, Dong Xuan should have already filmed "Snowflake Goddess Dragon" and "The Legend of the Prince Replaced by a Cat", which means she has already stepped into the entertainment industry.

Upon hearing the word "senior sister," Dong Xuan was surprised: "Yes, I've been taking a break recently. When I saw the audition notice from Director Chen, I thought I'd give it a try, just in case I get the part."

Chen Yan nodded, indicating that she could look at the audition script first.

Dong Xuan was familiar with the place and put it down after a few minutes. When she got up, she already had the same expression as Ruan Wan.

A few minutes later, Dong Xuan composed herself and waited for Chen Yan and the other person's evaluation.

"Hmm, that's good. Senior, go back and wait for our notification." This time, Chen Yan didn't make a decision on the spot, but hinted that she had a chance.

"Okay." Dong Xuan was clearly pleasantly surprised. Her face was flushed when she left, leaving the people still queuing outside for auditions puzzled.

Dong Xuan was also a popular figure on campus, and was recognized by everyone as the most beautiful girl in the department.

Jiang Yiyan, standing in the group, had a gloomy expression; she knew she couldn't beat Dong Xuan.

As expected, when it was her turn, Chen Yan was very cold. Ning Hao pushed the process forward the whole time. Jiang Yiyan had only mentioned Liu Yifei once when Chen Yan interrupted her.

Clearly not wanting to get close to her, Jiang Yiyan hastily finished her audition scene and came out with a sullen face.

Most of the people favored later on were no longer from the Beijing Film Academy. Zhu Xiaobei chose the domineering Jiang Luxia, and Lin Jing chose Xu Haiqiao.

Li Weijuan was still cast as the original Zhang Yao. Her comedic roles are still quite memorable, mainly because very few people are willing to play ugly characters. Among the people who came today, very few were auditioning for Li Weijuan.

Chen Yan had just finished interviewing all the people when Zhang Jizhong called him.

"Director Chen! The release date for 'The Return of the Condor Heroes' has been confirmed. Has there been any change on Yifei's end?"

The two had agreed that Liu Yifei would reserve time for "The Return of the Condor Heroes" and that they would continue to work together, and Chen Yan agreed.

Chen Yan asked, "Producer Zhang, when will filming begin? Yi Fei really doesn't have any scenes right now."

Zhang Jizhong replied, "I can join the crew in October."

Chen Yan thought for a moment, then continued, "Has Yang Guo made a decision?"

"It's decided, Huang Xiaoming is the one we've chosen."

As expected, the leader was chosen.

Chen Yan hummed in agreement. "Okay, I'll go back and talk to Yifei. We'll cooperate with your official announcement then."

Zhang Jizhong breathed a sigh of relief. He was afraid that Chen Yan would back down. Liu Yifei was no longer the unknown person she used to be. He had even used her and Chen Yan's names to find investors. If she didn't come, the show would be in trouble.

"Okay, okay, is that settled then?"

After hanging up the phone, Ning Hao walked over.

"What's wrong?"

Chen Yan put his phone back in his pocket. "Zhang Jizhong, please ask Yifei to come to the theater."

Ning Hao thought for a moment and asked, "Still a martial arts story?"

"Yeah, what else can this bearded guy film besides martial arts movies?" Maybe the Four Great Classical Novels.

Ning Hao laughed heartily: "That's true."

......

Back at the Liu family home.

Liu Yifei was incredibly excited when she learned that she would soon be starring in "The Return of the Condor Heroes".

Liu Yifei excitedly hugged Chen Yan's arm, "When am I joining the crew, Chen Yan?"

Chen Yan's attention was immediately drawn to the girl's soft body, and he replied instinctively, "October."

Liu Yifei released Chen Yan, raised her hands, and exclaimed, "Ah! I'm so happy!"

Chen Yan slowly withdrew his gaze and chuckled, "You're such a silly goose, aren't you tired from filming? Why are you so excited?"

Liu Yifei ran back to her room and took out a thick copy of "The Return of the Condor Heroes".

"According to you, I'm reshaping a classic! Of course I'm happy." Liu Yifei has now developed the habit of projecting her own image onto the classic in advance.

Before filming begins, as long as there is a script based on the original work, she will read it repeatedly and thoroughly understand it. If she doesn't understand something, she will directly bother Chen Yan. After all, Chen Yan is like a huge resource library, and there is nothing he doesn't know.

With this special treatment, Liu Yifei can now speak fluently about the script, and even occasionally makes insightful remarks that Chen Yan finds fascinating.

Perhaps this is the unique perspective of a 17-year-old girl; she is growing up too.