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Angela took a deep breath and cleared her mind of all distractions. She had previous experience in school plays and had often played musical instruments in front of family and friends at home. So she did have some acting experience, but being under such pressure for the first time in "forty years" was a bit overwhelming, causing her to feel slightly nervous. However, once she pushed past her initial worries, she fully immersed herself in the moment.
"Hey, can you help me take it out?" Holly Parker called out to a tall girl passing by, her youthful face brimming with enthusiasm.
"Sure, no problem." The girl effortlessly pulled out Holly's yellow travel bag from the pile and friendly asked, "You came from California?"
"Yes, I live in Napa Valley, Northern California. I'm Holly Parker. Nice to meet you." Holly extended her hand for a handshake.
At that moment, the production assistant's voice echoed from the crowd. "Holly Parker?"
"Here!" Holly raised her hand in response.
"Abram's Cabin!" the assistant called out through a megaphone.
"Same here," the tall girl promptly replied.
"Great, let's go." Holly high-fived the girl, grabbed her travel bag, and headed toward the cabin.
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"CUT!" Charles's voice boomed, as he lightly clapped his hands, maintaining his expressionless demeanor. "Very good, let's officially begin shooting!"
Angela breathed a sigh of relief, catching Nancy's approving glance. In fact, Nancy herself felt relieved. The little girl was undeniably talented. She didn't mention that even child actors who had been in commercials from a young age couldn't expect a scene to be captured in less than five or six takes. After all, children were different from adults, and though some might be ahead of their peers, they were still the exception rather than the rule. For Angela, it was her first time filming, and having the first shot repeated only twice was already quite exceptional.
"CUT!" Charles's voice came again, and this time he clapped his hands forcefully. "Very good, let's move on to the next shot." If you look closely, you can see a hint of a smile at the corner of his mouth.
Nancy recognized that her husband was beginning to approve of Angela. While Charles was typically gentle and kind, he held high standards during film shoots. When Nancy initially mentioned the little girl to him, he didn't say much. Although he agreed with her script, deep down, he probably didn't have high expectations for Angela's acting in a movie. Now that Angela has shown her ability to play the role, it's a positive development for the entire crew.
The morning swiftly passed, and Angela, having found her rhythm, performed admirably in her scenes. Most of them were captured in a single take, but the afternoon scenes presented a different challenge.
"Do I really have to wear this... skirt?" Angela examined the checkered skirt brought by the costume designer and asked with a hint of frustration.
"Yes, Miss Mason, is there an issue?" The costume designer looked at the outfit, not noticing anything particularly problematic.
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"Oh, never mind. Thank you, I'll do it myself." The little girl sighed in her heart and took the clothes to the wardrobe trailer.
"Hey, Angela, are you okay? Why do you always have a frown?" Jessica, who hadn't noticed anything wrong so far, came over and waved her hand in front of Angela curiously.
"Dear Jessica, if possible, please refrain from disturbing Mr. Claude's work, alright?!" Angela, sitting in the chair, practically ground her teeth as she spoke. Several people had already inquired about her well-being—Jennifer, Sparrow, Wells, Nancy, and even Claude, who was currently styling her hair. What else could she say besides "nothing"?
"Oh, please don't worry about me, Nancy, Jennifer, Sparrow, Mr. Wells. I just don't like wearing skirts; they make me feel really uncomfortable." It's definitely the dumbest answer, and if she were to reply like that, she would become the biggest joke of the entire crew! So, even though she's quite unhappy about it, she can only offer a few perfunctory words.
As Jessica observed her somewhat disgruntled expression, she knew that Angela had something on her mind but couldn't express it. She was always like that, so it was best to let her be quiet for a while. Jessica quickly stuck out her tongue and ran off, understanding that Angela needed her space. Angela let out a sigh of frustration and looked at her reflection in the mirror, transforming into a different version of herself.
If we were to compare Holly Parker, who follows her father in "The Parent Trap" she has an outgoing personality and appears more adventurous. On the other hand, Anne James, who follows her mother, appears more quiet and like a little princess. However, both of them have a competitive spirit, which is why conflicts arise during the summer camp.
However, it's easy to make comments about a role, but when it comes to actually embodying that character and interpreting her, it's a whole different challenge. In comparison to the few scenes featuring Holly Parker in the morning, there is undoubtedly a greater opportunity for interpretation in the afternoon for Annie James, particularly in the scenes involving the butler. The little girl must understand how to engage with the butler while avoiding any resemblance to Holly's portrayal earlier in the day. She also needs to convey the subtle movements she has planned to set herself apart and make her intentions clear to the audience. It demands meticulous coordination.
"...After getting off the car, walk from here to here, take out the items from the trunk, and then don't move from this spot. All the dialogue and actions will be done here, understood?" Charles explained the scene to Angela and Alan Buck, the British actor playing the role of Martin the butler. After both of them nodded in understanding, they returned to their positions and prepared to start.
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After getting into the car, the little girl adjusted her skirt and sat down on the seat, taking a deep breath. Alan Buck, who entered the car with her, couldn't help but console her: "Don't be nervous, Miss Mason. You did very well this morning, so just continue acting like that."
"Thank you, Mr. Buck. I'm just... I'm just..." The little girl smiled in response, pressing her skirt and tightly crossing her legs. After a while, she came up with an excuse, "I'm just excited about acting in my own script, that's all."
"Your own script? Wait, what do you mean..." Alan was somewhat surprised and was about to ask for clarification when the director's voice announcing the start of filming could be heard from outside. He had no choice but to sit back in his original position and get into character.
This scene is not complicated. It involves the butler Martin dropping off Annie at summer camp and then leaving. The atmosphere is primarily driven by the actors' performances, which is a significant challenge for Angela, considering it's her first time.
Unexpectedly, it was Mr. Buck who caused the director to call for a pause. He stumbled over a line, causing Angela to suppress her laughter. Consequently, her shoulders shook uncontrollably, and Charles had to call "CUT."
"I'm sorry, it was my mistake. I'll be more careful," Alan explained to Charles and then winked secretly at Angela.
The little girl was momentarily surprised but quickly realized that Mr. Buck had done it intentionally. She couldn't help but feel grateful, and the discomfort under her skirt seemed to diminish.
"Take it again!" With the director's instruction, the entire crew prepared for the reshoot. With Angela's composed mindset, although there were occasional mistakes, it progressed relatively smoothly. Her performance was decent and met expectations. However, Charles appeared consistently dissatisfied. After several takes from different angles, he announced a short break and reviewed the footage alone.
Nancy, who had been observing her husband, approached him. "Is there a problem?"
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Charles shook his head without speaking. Instead, he pointed to the small screen in front of him. Nancy looked at the screen and watched the recently shot scene. Angela's performance wasn't particularly outstanding or subpar, considering it was her first time. However, something felt slightly off. The question was, why did it seem like she was imitating someone?
"Charlie, are you suggesting that Angela's performance... it seems like she's imitating someone, right?" Nancy furrowed her brow, about to express her thoughts, but another voice beat her to it. "Right?"
Nancy looked back in surprise, and Angela was already standing behind her, with a small furrowed brow, appearing a bit unwilling and distressed. Her good friend Jessica stood awkwardly beside her.
"You're right, there's a lack of naturalness in your performance, subtly so. If it were an occasional occurrence, it wouldn't be a major issue. But if it happens frequently, it will impact the entire film," Charles said slowly. He wasn't accusing anyone, but his gaze remained fixed on Angela.
The little girl nodded calmly. "I understand. Can you give me five more minutes?"
After Charles agreed, Angela turned and made her way towards the lake by the wooden cabin. Jessica wanted to follow, concerned for her friend, but Nancy stopped her and placed a finger to her lips, signaling her to be quiet. Jessica didn't fully comprehend the situation, hesitated for a moment, and then decided to return to Jennifer and share the news.
By the time Angela reached the lakeside, she was lost in thought, gazing at the water. Although Arrowhead Lake's crystal-clear water sparkled under the afternoon sunlight, creating a beautiful sight, Angela had no intention of appreciating it. Her mind was consumed by the phrase "imitating someone." Yes, she was indeed imitating, or rather, it was an unconscious response. Since agreeing to participate in "The Parent Trap" she had been contemplating how to act, and the original version naturally emerged as a point of reference in her mind. Despite the passage of many years, she still retained some recollection of it. Consequently, when she overthought, it would unconsciously manifest during the actual filming. She hadn't even noticed it herself. If it weren't for Charles' stringent standards and her own concerns that led her to eavesdrop and observe, she might never have realized this flaw.
"Damn it!" Angela covered her forehead and couldn't help but inwardly groan. Did this mean she wasn't suited for making movies?
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Angela took a deep breath and cleared her mind of all distractions. She had previous experience in school plays and had often played musical instruments in front of family and friends at home. So she did have some acting experience, but being under such pressure for the first time in "forty years" was a bit overwhelming, causing her to feel slightly nervous. However, once she pushed past her initial worries, she fully immersed herself in the moment.
"Hey, can you help me take it out?" Holly Parker called out to a tall girl passing by, her youthful face brimming with enthusiasm.
"Sure, no problem." The girl effortlessly pulled out Holly's yellow travel bag from the pile and friendly asked, "You came from California?"
"Yes, I live in Napa Valley, Northern California. I'm Holly Parker. Nice to meet you." Holly extended her hand for a handshake.
At that moment, the production assistant's voice echoed from the crowd. "Holly Parker?"
"Here!" Holly raised her hand in response.
"Abram's Cabin!" the assistant called out through a megaphone.
"Same here," the tall girl promptly replied.
"Great, let's go." Holly high-fived the girl, grabbed her travel bag, and headed toward the cabin.
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"CUT!" Charles's voice boomed, as he lightly clapped his hands, maintaining his expressionless demeanor. "Very good, let's officially begin shooting!"
Angela breathed a sigh of relief, catching Nancy's approving glance. In fact, Nancy herself felt relieved. The little girl was undeniably talented. She didn't mention that even child actors who had been in commercials from a young age couldn't expect a scene to be captured in less than five or six takes. After all, children were different from adults, and though some might be ahead of their peers, they were still the exception rather than the rule. For Angela, it was her first time filming, and having the first shot repeated only twice was already quite exceptional.
"CUT!" Charles's voice came again, and this time he clapped his hands forcefully. "Very good, let's move on to the next shot." If you look closely, you can see a hint of a smile at the corner of his mouth.
Nancy recognized that her husband was beginning to approve of Angela. While Charles was typically gentle and kind, he held high standards during film shoots. When Nancy initially mentioned the little girl to him, he didn't say much. Although he agreed with her script, deep down, he probably didn't have high expectations for Angela's acting in a movie. Now that Angela has shown her ability to play the role, it's a positive development for the entire crew.
The morning swiftly passed, and Angela, having found her rhythm, performed admirably in her scenes. Most of them were captured in a single take, but the afternoon scenes presented a different challenge.
"Do I really have to wear this... skirt?" Angela examined the checkered skirt brought by the costume designer and asked with a hint of frustration.
"Yes, Miss Mason, is there an issue?" The costume designer looked at the outfit, not noticing anything particularly problematic.
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"Oh, never mind. Thank you, I'll do it myself." The little girl sighed in her heart and took the clothes to the wardrobe trailer.
"Hey, Angela, are you okay? Why do you always have a frown?" Jessica, who hadn't noticed anything wrong so far, came over and waved her hand in front of Angela curiously.
"Dear Jessica, if possible, please refrain from disturbing Mr. Claude's work, alright?!" Angela, sitting in the chair, practically ground her teeth as she spoke. Several people had already inquired about her well-being—Jennifer, Sparrow, Wells, Nancy, and even Claude, who was currently styling her hair. What else could she say besides "nothing"?
"Oh, please don't worry about me, Nancy, Jennifer, Sparrow, Mr. Wells. I just don't like wearing skirts; they make me feel really uncomfortable." It's definitely the dumbest answer, and if she were to reply like that, she would become the biggest joke of the entire crew! So, even though she's quite unhappy about it, she can only offer a few perfunctory words.
As Jessica observed her somewhat disgruntled expression, she knew that Angela had something on her mind but couldn't express it. She was always like that, so it was best to let her be quiet for a while. Jessica quickly stuck out her tongue and ran off, understanding that Angela needed her space. Angela let out a sigh of frustration and looked at her reflection in the mirror, transforming into a different version of herself.
If we were to compare Holly Parker, who follows her father in "The Parent Trap" she has an outgoing personality and appears more adventurous. On the other hand, Anne James, who follows her mother, appears more quiet and like a little princess. However, both of them have a competitive spirit, which is why conflicts arise during the summer camp.
However, it's easy to make comments about a role, but when it comes to actually embodying that character and interpreting her, it's a whole different challenge. In comparison to the few scenes featuring Holly Parker in the morning, there is undoubtedly a greater opportunity for interpretation in the afternoon for Annie James, particularly in the scenes involving the butler. The little girl must understand how to engage with the butler while avoiding any resemblance to Holly's portrayal earlier in the day. She also needs to convey the subtle movements she has planned to set herself apart and make her intentions clear to the audience. It demands meticulous coordination.
"...After getting off the car, walk from here to here, take out the items from the trunk, and then don't move from this spot. All the dialogue and actions will be done here, understood?" Charles explained the scene to Angela and Alan Buck, the British actor playing the role of Martin the butler. After both of them nodded in understanding, they returned to their positions and prepared to start.
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After getting into the car, the little girl adjusted her skirt and sat down on the seat, taking a deep breath. Alan Buck, who entered the car with her, couldn't help but console her: "Don't be nervous, Miss Mason. You did very well this morning, so just continue acting like that."
"Thank you, Mr. Buck. I'm just... I'm just..." The little girl smiled in response, pressing her skirt and tightly crossing her legs. After a while, she came up with an excuse, "I'm just excited about acting in my own script, that's all."
"Your own script? Wait, what do you mean..." Alan was somewhat surprised and was about to ask for clarification when the director's voice announcing the start of filming could be heard from outside. He had no choice but to sit back in his original position and get into character.
This scene is not complicated. It involves the butler Martin dropping off Annie at summer camp and then leaving. The atmosphere is primarily driven by the actors' performances, which is a significant challenge for Angela, considering it's her first time.
Unexpectedly, it was Mr. Buck who caused the director to call for a pause. He stumbled over a line, causing Angela to suppress her laughter. Consequently, her shoulders shook uncontrollably, and Charles had to call "CUT."
"I'm sorry, it was my mistake. I'll be more careful," Alan explained to Charles and then winked secretly at Angela.
The little girl was momentarily surprised but quickly realized that Mr. Buck had done it intentionally. She couldn't help but feel grateful, and the discomfort under her skirt seemed to diminish.
"Take it again!" With the director's instruction, the entire crew prepared for the reshoot. With Angela's composed mindset, although there were occasional mistakes, it progressed relatively smoothly. Her performance was decent and met expectations. However, Charles appeared consistently dissatisfied. After several takes from different angles, he announced a short break and reviewed the footage alone.
Nancy, who had been observing her husband, approached him. "Is there a problem?"
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Charles shook his head without speaking. Instead, he pointed to the small screen in front of him. Nancy looked at the screen and watched the recently shot scene. Angela's performance wasn't particularly outstanding or subpar, considering it was her first time. However, something felt slightly off. The question was, why did it seem like she was imitating someone?
"Charlie, are you suggesting that Angela's performance... it seems like she's imitating someone, right?" Nancy furrowed her brow, about to express her thoughts, but another voice beat her to it. "Right?"
Nancy looked back in surprise, and Angela was already standing behind her, with a small furrowed brow, appearing a bit unwilling and distressed. Her good friend Jessica stood awkwardly beside her.
"You're right, there's a lack of naturalness in your performance, subtly so. If it were an occasional occurrence, it wouldn't be a major issue. But if it happens frequently, it will impact the entire film," Charles said slowly. He wasn't accusing anyone, but his gaze remained fixed on Angela.
The little girl nodded calmly. "I understand. Can you give me five more minutes?"
After Charles agreed, Angela turned and made her way towards the lake by the wooden cabin. Jessica wanted to follow, concerned for her friend, but Nancy stopped her and placed a finger to her lips, signaling her to be quiet. Jessica didn't fully comprehend the situation, hesitated for a moment, and then decided to return to Jennifer and share the news.
By the time Angela reached the lakeside, she was lost in thought, gazing at the water. Although Arrowhead Lake's crystal-clear water sparkled under the afternoon sunlight, creating a beautiful sight, Angela had no intention of appreciating it. Her mind was consumed by the phrase "imitating someone." Yes, she was indeed imitating, or rather, it was an unconscious response. Since agreeing to participate in "The Parent Trap" she had been contemplating how to act, and the original version naturally emerged as a point of reference in her mind. Despite the passage of many years, she still retained some recollection of it. Consequently, when she overthought, it would unconsciously manifest during the actual filming. She hadn't even noticed it herself. If it weren't for Charles' stringent standards and her own concerns that led her to eavesdrop and observe, she might never have realized this flaw.
"Damn it!" Angela covered her forehead and couldn't help but inwardly groan. Did this mean she wasn't suited for making movies?
