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Later on, Dennis Quaid and Meg Ryan finally arrived on the set. The couple had just returned from their honeymoon, and "The Parent Trap" marked their first film together after getting married. Although their characters in the movie weren't married, they were both excited about working together.
As future critics would say, if Julia Roberts represented the typical American girl next door, then Meg Ryan embodied the radiant American sweetheart. Upon arriving on set, she warmly greeted everyone, regardless of whether she knew them or not. She even embraced Nancy and Julia, apologizing for their two-minute delay.
Enthusiastic, outgoing, and charming—that's how Angela described them. Both Elder Sister and Sweetheart Sister had their unique charms. And, of course, they were both attractive. After Angela obtained their autographs, she referred to Meg as Sweetheart Sister following her Elder Sister's lead.
As for Dennis Quaid, he exuded a composed demeanor. He greeted everyone on set with grace and a smile. Unfortunately, in Angela's previous life, she had limited knowledge of famous male actors, and she knew little about Dennis except for his role as the father in the original "The Parent Trap" and his notable marriage to Meg Ryan. Who could have predicted that the couple, considered the epitome of marital bliss in the '90s and even having a son together, would separate shortly after the turn of the millennium? Both parties accused each other of infidelity, but the truth remained elusive. Nonetheless, Angela respectfully asked for Dennis's autograph, alongside Jessica and Annie, who were also present.
Once the couple finished their makeup, they proceeded with the trial shoot. Dennis lived up to his reputation as a seasoned Hollywood actor, getting into the zone after only two takes. Miss Ryan had a few more takes, but it wasn't considered slow.
"I hope to be like you guys someday," Angela murmured as she performed alongside Meg.
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"Come on, little one, be content. I never played a lead role at your age!" Sweetheart Sister playfully pinched the little girl's cheeks, wearing a warm smile.
"But wouldn't it be tragic if I played the lead but couldn't do it justice?" Angela grumbled, feeling annoyed and wondering why everyone seemed fond of pinching her cheeks.
"Listen, Angela, I thought you did great in our scene together. Don't overthink it. Sometimes, overthinking can confuse you. If you feel like you're struggling, try to act naturally." Sweetheart Sister maintained her sunny smile. It was hard to imagine that as soon as she stepped into character, she would transform into that detestable woman who was determined to take her child away from her father in the name of love.
Angela listened intently and suddenly realized that she had been overthinking. She was constantly worried about her performance, Mr. Sawyer's satisfaction, the unintentional imitation of the original version and various other concerns.
My goodness, were there so many things to worry about? After all, it was just an audition. Even if she didn't do well, with Sweetheart Sister and Elder Sister in the movie, what's there to be afraid of? Was she troubled that the box office wouldn't do well?
Meg had just said that the little girl did a good job acting with her, and Angela felt the same. However, the reason for her newfound confidence was that she had already decided that if things didn't go well in "The Parent Trap" she would just quit acting in movies. This thought relaxed her and she found it much easier to perform.
It must be said that some things happen by chance. George recognized her potential and talent, but he never thought that she was fundamentally different from those other child stars.
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While Nancy acknowledged her mature perspective, she never expected the little girl to have the same self-demands as an adult. It was a classic case of getting worked up over trivial matters, wasn't it?
Filming movies always involved multiple retakes, even for naturally talented individuals with a keen sense of the camera. In the first movie shoot, it would be abnormal if every scene could be done in one take. Moreover, Angela was completely new to this kind of work, from start to finish.
Even if she was a newcomer or not didn't matter in this case, the key was whether she could continuously improve her acting during retakes. If it weren't for Julia and Meg sharing their experiences with her, each with their own significance, who knows how caught up she would have become in unnecessary details.
However, she didn't have a chance to reflect on this feeling and apply it in the upcoming scenes because the crew was about to shoot the pivotal scene in the hotel, where the mother Elizabeth and the third party Meredith would have a confrontation in the hotel bar.
In the original "The Parent Trap" this was just a typical scene with a simple plot. Annie, who had assumed another identity to be with her father, couldn't stop him from remarrying. She sought help from Hallie, who was with her mother, through a phone call. The two of them devised a plan separately to bring their parents to this hotel for a vacation. After Elizabeth and Nick coincidentally met at the hotel, they exchanged a casual greeting due to a minor incident. This made Elizabeth feel upset, so she went to the hotel bar alone to have a drink. Meredith, who came to the hotel with Nick, also ended up at the bar and recognized the slightly tipsy Elizabeth, a famous fashion designer, from her autograph. She eagerly approached her and eventually invited her to design her wedding dress.
Angela's reimagining of the character Meredith added a delightful twist to this simple scene. Meredith was no longer the malicious woman scheming to marry a millionaire and gain status. She genuinely loved Nick but had a dislike for children. She didn't fit in with Annie and had a mixture of cunning and innocence. So, the bar scene became a conversation between two foolish women discussing the men they had divorced or was about to marry, only to realize they were talking about the same person. Naturally, their conversation was highly amusing.
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Angela put a lot of effort into shaping this scene. She wanted the two female characters to appear somewhat foolish while expressing their affection for the man. Simultaneously, they needed to have distinct and decisive psychological dynamics, as well as humor and jokes. The goal was to make the audience burst into laughter, understanding the cause and effect of the situation. When she was writing the script, she carefully considered every line. Fortunately, those who had read the script thought this scene was quite good, which gave her great encouragement.
Of course, the laughter in the script could never compare to the real live performance. After a few trial shots, Meg and Julia finally completed the scene flawlessly, without any mistakes, whether it was due to lines, props, or any other deciding factor.
It was perfect, at least in Angela's inexperienced eyes. Meg skillfully blended the anticipation she conveyed when discussing her boyfriend and marriage with the hint of gritted teeth when mentioning children. Julia, on the other hand, depicted the mix of disappointment and hopefulness of a drunken mother toward her divorced husband, as well as the sadness of uncovering her child's deception without being able to place blame. Yes, it truly was the perspective of an inexperienced little girl.
"Jessica, did you see that? That's what acting is all about," Angela whispered, nudging Jessica beside her.
"Really? I didn't notice much of a difference from the performances earlier in the day," Jessica replied, perplexed, as she knelt on a chair with her hands clasped on the backrest, her eyes fixed on the shooting location without blinking.
Angela touched her forehead, unsure of how to respond. Jessica couldn't be compared to her, who had watched countless movies. In the end, Angela could only shrug and say, "Well, Jessica, all I can tell you is to observe the performances of Miss Ryan and Miss Roberts closely. If you can discern something, I believe it will be far more valuable than any acting classes."
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Sighing, she couldn't help but add, "It's a shame we don't have a video camera. If we could record and study it later, it would be incredibly helpful. You know, their acting hasn't even reached its peak yet!"
"DV? What's that?" Jessica asked curiously.
Angela quickly covered her mouth, realizing she had said too much. She mumbled a few random words and then turned her head toward the set. "Alright, Jessica, just focus and observe."
Honestly, this scene provided Angela with more than just a glimpse of acting. Combining her previous conversations with the two actresses and some information from her past life, she could clearly see the paths chosen by these two women with similar personalities in terms of their performances.
Sweetheart Sister, as she referred to herself, always took on roles that aligned with her natural self, whether it was in "Sleepless in Seattle" and "You've Got Mail" with Tom Hanks or "City of Angels" with Nicolas Cage. She always infused her personality into those roles.
On the other hand, Elder Sister enjoyed pushing her boundaries. So she could be the stepmother in the family drama "Stepmom" the leading star in the romantic comedy "Notting Hill" or the determined single mother who never gave up in the biographical film "Erin Brockovich".
It was hard to say which acting suited her better. In any case, both women were the dream girls of men all over America... wait, hold on, reflecting on all of this now, maybe it was too early to think that? Or perhaps, deep down, she truly desired to be the dream girl of men all over America?!
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Later on, Dennis Quaid and Meg Ryan finally arrived on the set. The couple had just returned from their honeymoon, and "The Parent Trap" marked their first film together after getting married. Although their characters in the movie weren't married, they were both excited about working together.
As future critics would say, if Julia Roberts represented the typical American girl next door, then Meg Ryan embodied the radiant American sweetheart. Upon arriving on set, she warmly greeted everyone, regardless of whether she knew them or not. She even embraced Nancy and Julia, apologizing for their two-minute delay.
Enthusiastic, outgoing, and charming—that's how Angela described them. Both Elder Sister and Sweetheart Sister had their unique charms. And, of course, they were both attractive. After Angela obtained their autographs, she referred to Meg as Sweetheart Sister following her Elder Sister's lead.
As for Dennis Quaid, he exuded a composed demeanor. He greeted everyone on set with grace and a smile. Unfortunately, in Angela's previous life, she had limited knowledge of famous male actors, and she knew little about Dennis except for his role as the father in the original "The Parent Trap" and his notable marriage to Meg Ryan. Who could have predicted that the couple, considered the epitome of marital bliss in the '90s and even having a son together, would separate shortly after the turn of the millennium? Both parties accused each other of infidelity, but the truth remained elusive. Nonetheless, Angela respectfully asked for Dennis's autograph, alongside Jessica and Annie, who were also present.
Once the couple finished their makeup, they proceeded with the trial shoot. Dennis lived up to his reputation as a seasoned Hollywood actor, getting into the zone after only two takes. Miss Ryan had a few more takes, but it wasn't considered slow.
"I hope to be like you guys someday," Angela murmured as she performed alongside Meg.
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"Come on, little one, be content. I never played a lead role at your age!" Sweetheart Sister playfully pinched the little girl's cheeks, wearing a warm smile.
"But wouldn't it be tragic if I played the lead but couldn't do it justice?" Angela grumbled, feeling annoyed and wondering why everyone seemed fond of pinching her cheeks.
"Listen, Angela, I thought you did great in our scene together. Don't overthink it. Sometimes, overthinking can confuse you. If you feel like you're struggling, try to act naturally." Sweetheart Sister maintained her sunny smile. It was hard to imagine that as soon as she stepped into character, she would transform into that detestable woman who was determined to take her child away from her father in the name of love.
Angela listened intently and suddenly realized that she had been overthinking. She was constantly worried about her performance, Mr. Sawyer's satisfaction, the unintentional imitation of the original version and various other concerns.
My goodness, were there so many things to worry about? After all, it was just an audition. Even if she didn't do well, with Sweetheart Sister and Elder Sister in the movie, what's there to be afraid of? Was she troubled that the box office wouldn't do well?
Meg had just said that the little girl did a good job acting with her, and Angela felt the same. However, the reason for her newfound confidence was that she had already decided that if things didn't go well in "The Parent Trap" she would just quit acting in movies. This thought relaxed her and she found it much easier to perform.
It must be said that some things happen by chance. George recognized her potential and talent, but he never thought that she was fundamentally different from those other child stars.
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While Nancy acknowledged her mature perspective, she never expected the little girl to have the same self-demands as an adult. It was a classic case of getting worked up over trivial matters, wasn't it?
Filming movies always involved multiple retakes, even for naturally talented individuals with a keen sense of the camera. In the first movie shoot, it would be abnormal if every scene could be done in one take. Moreover, Angela was completely new to this kind of work, from start to finish.
Even if she was a newcomer or not didn't matter in this case, the key was whether she could continuously improve her acting during retakes. If it weren't for Julia and Meg sharing their experiences with her, each with their own significance, who knows how caught up she would have become in unnecessary details.
However, she didn't have a chance to reflect on this feeling and apply it in the upcoming scenes because the crew was about to shoot the pivotal scene in the hotel, where the mother Elizabeth and the third party Meredith would have a confrontation in the hotel bar.
In the original "The Parent Trap" this was just a typical scene with a simple plot. Annie, who had assumed another identity to be with her father, couldn't stop him from remarrying. She sought help from Hallie, who was with her mother, through a phone call. The two of them devised a plan separately to bring their parents to this hotel for a vacation. After Elizabeth and Nick coincidentally met at the hotel, they exchanged a casual greeting due to a minor incident. This made Elizabeth feel upset, so she went to the hotel bar alone to have a drink. Meredith, who came to the hotel with Nick, also ended up at the bar and recognized the slightly tipsy Elizabeth, a famous fashion designer, from her autograph. She eagerly approached her and eventually invited her to design her wedding dress.
Angela's reimagining of the character Meredith added a delightful twist to this simple scene. Meredith was no longer the malicious woman scheming to marry a millionaire and gain status. She genuinely loved Nick but had a dislike for children. She didn't fit in with Annie and had a mixture of cunning and innocence. So, the bar scene became a conversation between two foolish women discussing the men they had divorced or was about to marry, only to realize they were talking about the same person. Naturally, their conversation was highly amusing.
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Angela put a lot of effort into shaping this scene. She wanted the two female characters to appear somewhat foolish while expressing their affection for the man. Simultaneously, they needed to have distinct and decisive psychological dynamics, as well as humor and jokes. The goal was to make the audience burst into laughter, understanding the cause and effect of the situation. When she was writing the script, she carefully considered every line. Fortunately, those who had read the script thought this scene was quite good, which gave her great encouragement.
Of course, the laughter in the script could never compare to the real live performance. After a few trial shots, Meg and Julia finally completed the scene flawlessly, without any mistakes, whether it was due to lines, props, or any other deciding factor.
It was perfect, at least in Angela's inexperienced eyes. Meg skillfully blended the anticipation she conveyed when discussing her boyfriend and marriage with the hint of gritted teeth when mentioning children. Julia, on the other hand, depicted the mix of disappointment and hopefulness of a drunken mother toward her divorced husband, as well as the sadness of uncovering her child's deception without being able to place blame. Yes, it truly was the perspective of an inexperienced little girl.
"Jessica, did you see that? That's what acting is all about," Angela whispered, nudging Jessica beside her.
"Really? I didn't notice much of a difference from the performances earlier in the day," Jessica replied, perplexed, as she knelt on a chair with her hands clasped on the backrest, her eyes fixed on the shooting location without blinking.
Angela touched her forehead, unsure of how to respond. Jessica couldn't be compared to her, who had watched countless movies. In the end, Angela could only shrug and say, "Well, Jessica, all I can tell you is to observe the performances of Miss Ryan and Miss Roberts closely. If you can discern something, I believe it will be far more valuable than any acting classes."
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Sighing, she couldn't help but add, "It's a shame we don't have a video camera. If we could record and study it later, it would be incredibly helpful. You know, their acting hasn't even reached its peak yet!"
"DV? What's that?" Jessica asked curiously.
Angela quickly covered her mouth, realizing she had said too much. She mumbled a few random words and then turned her head toward the set. "Alright, Jessica, just focus and observe."
Honestly, this scene provided Angela with more than just a glimpse of acting. Combining her previous conversations with the two actresses and some information from her past life, she could clearly see the paths chosen by these two women with similar personalities in terms of their performances.
Sweetheart Sister, as she referred to herself, always took on roles that aligned with her natural self, whether it was in "Sleepless in Seattle" and "You've Got Mail" with Tom Hanks or "City of Angels" with Nicolas Cage. She always infused her personality into those roles.
On the other hand, Elder Sister enjoyed pushing her boundaries. So she could be the stepmother in the family drama "Stepmom" the leading star in the romantic comedy "Notting Hill" or the determined single mother who never gave up in the biographical film "Erin Brockovich".
It was hard to say which acting suited her better. In any case, both women were the dream girls of men all over America... wait, hold on, reflecting on all of this now, maybe it was too early to think that? Or perhaps, deep down, she truly desired to be the dream girl of men all over America?!
