Chain (11)

 

Wear a mask. Smile. But what should we laugh for? I forgot where the real thing is. Who am I and is the expression I am making right now real or fake?

It’s fake.

But it’s also real. Because I change my mask hundreds of times a day. It is an illusion and an illusion that I created. You can belong only if you tell a lie that obscures your true meaning. Don’t turn your back. The world. A society oppressed by order is not fantastic, but it is not desolate either. However, if you look closely, you will almost laugh out loud.

There is no romance, only chaos.

Ah, it’s boring. But why are you touching me? I am so devastated that I am acquiescing to myself. Is this my true intention? Where do my original feelings exist? It was so far away that neither shape nor smell had disappeared.

Subtle disparagement may offend, but is ignored.

Silent persecution is widespread but acceptable.

Static discrimination goes too far, but we turn a deaf ear to it.

Excessive prejudice is repeated but adapts.

Pointed contempt hurts, but I endure it.

······Oh, what is this?

Fuck you.

This is why terrible clowns were born.

Yes, that’s me.

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Director Ga-bok Ang has already read the script for ‘Clierrot’ for several hours. Perhaps because of the reverberation of his emotions, he let out a laugh as he gave the synopsis of ‘Cierrot’, which he had just seen.

“······It’s ridiculous. No, I should say it’s amazing.”

It was so interesting that director Anga Bok, who had intended to skim it for a while, ended up reading the entire script in one sitting. He was distraught. Director Ga Bok Ang could not contain his excitement while watching ‘Cierrot’.

‘They say it’s a comedy when seen from afar, but a tragedy when seen from up close.’

In the scenario ‘Cierrot’, the main character, the clown, degenerates into a monster that goes beyond ‘normal’, but in the eyes of society and the world, he is not a monster but a bug. It was the birth of a hero in difficult times under the guise of the awakening of a villain.

Inflection and variation.

The current director, Gabok Ahn.

‘How many emotions should I show and how many should I hide? What about the numerous masks? If Kang Woo-jin does this-‘

After reading the scenario ‘Clierot’, he was desperate for Kang Woo-jin’s thoughts, but on the other hand, even if Woo-jin said this, his greed and desire did not seem to change. It was director Anga Bok who liked ‘Cierrot’ that much. Especially the darkness mixed with laughter in this work.

It was a unique light and dark scene, and the harsh reality was keenly felt.

but.

“······Can I cook this work?”

Falling in love with a scenario and directing a scenario were completely different things. Director Anga Bok felt anxious for a moment. I was wondering if I could handle this enormous work. Even as a spirit and veteran, he can make wild guesses.

Then, unlike himself, director Ahn Ga-bok won the Palme d’Or after only his 100th film.

“If that kid Kang Woo-jin sees it, he’ll snort.”

I was once again reminded of Woojin, who won Cannes’ Best Actor Award in just two years. Yes, if I can’t do it, I can find another good director. But this monster Kang Woo-jin has to do to shine. Let’s not hastily judge whether he will just be the deliverer or the director of this work.

-Palak.

Director Ga-bok Ang once again unfolded the first chapter of the ‘Cierrot’ scenario. Because I was about to go into analysis, including reading.

Note that.

-Palak.

Starting today, Director Ang Bok was scheduled to stay in LA for a few days.

A few days later on November 4th. L.A.

Around afternoon. A huge amusement park in the center of Hollywood. No, it is ‘Columbia Studios’, a distribution/film company called one of Hollywood’s ‘Big Five’. There are well over 30 sets with the word “Stage” written on them, and there are filming locations with various concepts. Even now, the section where there was no filming was overflowing with tourists.

In the main building inside ‘Columbia Studios’, many stories related to film production and planning were being exchanged at this moment.

It was natural because it was such a large distribution and film company in Hollywood.

Of course, the same goes for ‘clown’.

Familiar and unfamiliar foreigners are gathered in a large meeting room in the main building. We sat around a L-shaped desk. Maybe fifteen people? Among them, there are a total of 4 foreigners that stand out. They were Columbia Studios executives who had recently had a meeting with director Ga-bok Ang, including a man with a bald head and glasses.

Perhaps the entire meeting has already come to an end, but the gathered people are talking casually rather than having a serious conversation.

“By the way, have you contacted Director Gabok Ang yet?”

One of the executives, a man with a pot-bellied stomach, brought up the story of Director Ang Bok. The employee sitting nearby shook his head.

“yet.”

The pot-bellied executive crossed his arms and snorted.

“Hmm, the decision is taking longer than I thought.”

Another foreign executive added.

“You should be worried. Not only the language, but the film production systems of Hollywood and Korea are completely different. Clearly, this is not an easy decision to make. It hasn’t been long since ‘Leech’ received the ‘Palm Golden Award’.”

“But if it takes too long, we have to consider the next best option. “Because time is expensive.”

“of course. However, there is a promised period, so let’s wait a little longer.”

“Have you read the entire script for ‘Cierrot’?”

“I said I would read it right away, so maybe.”

At this time, the bald-headed foreigner who was sitting around them and who talked to Director Ang Bok the most rubbed his chin.

“I really hope that director Ahn Ga-bok will take charge of this work. “It would be quite a shame if he refused.”

In fact, the appointment of a director for the movie ‘Clierot’ was discussed not only by the film company but also by the general producer. No one had any disagreement about director Ang Bok taking the lead. Well, even if someone was dissatisfied, it didn’t really matter. In the first place, Hollywood’s production system is thoroughly specialized.

Once the distributor/film company decides on a director, that’s it.

Although they consult with the producer, the rest of the team does not express much dissatisfaction with the director’s appointment. Is it true that I don’t care? Anyway, while talking about Director Ga-bok Ang, a senior executive changed the subject.

“Director Ahn Ga-bok brought up the story of Kang Woo-jin, right? “It seemed like they wanted to include him in the movie.”

“I understand. Director Ahn Ga-bok and Kang Woo-jin worked together to create an issue at Cannes. Above all, Kang Woo-jin is the key character in ‘Leech’.”

“Hmm, Kang Woo-jin’s acting in ‘Leech’ was so realistic and fantastical that it was absurd.”

“We saw the performance on the screen, but Director Anga Bok must have seen it right in front of us. “It’s strange that I don’t fall in love.”

The topic changed to Kang Woo-jin, and a bald-headed foreigner joined in.

“It must have been unimaginable pain for us to complete such a monstrous performance. They must have invested a huge amount of time and analyzed it until they died. Otherwise, it would be impossible to act across such methods as if the role had come to life.”

“I agree. I can’t even guess how much time it took for ‘Leech’. I probably spent everything except the time I spent eating and going to the bathroom. No, I might have poured everything into it.”

“However, the situation is different from ‘Leech’ this time. I don’t know how much time Director Ahn Ga-bok chose Kang Woo-jin and gave him, but our ‘clown’ must create and create a character within a limited time and show it to everyone. “Every actor on the casting board is the same.”

Referring to an audition or screen test.

“A task in which all actors are given equal time, and in which the actor demonstrates his or her best. That’s the difference between a ‘leech’ and a ‘clown’. Of course, Kang Woo-jin’s value is high, but there are concerns about the difference.”

“He’s already been added to our casting board, but he’s a bit of a risk. “It’s also my first experience in Hollywood.”

“There will already be a war between the actors, but unlike ‘leeches,’ if there is tension in a limited time, there is a possibility that it will be shaken.”

Kang Woo-jin’s evaluation was neither mild nor excessive. Although his recognition has increased thanks to the ‘Best Actor’ award at the Cannes Film Festival and his involvement with Miley Kara, it is undoubtedly true that Hollywood is unfamiliar to Woojin. Conversely, Hollywood has never experienced Kang Woo-jin. Moreover, when Hollywood hires actors, it tends to be very strict.

Still, one thing is certain.

“Even so, Kang Woo-jin is definitely an interesting actor.”

Unlike in the past, Kang Woo-jin’s popularity in Hollywood has soared to the point where he is mentioned along with many other Hollywood actors. After continuing the conversation for several dozen minutes, the people slowly stood up. It looks like they’re trying to wrap up a fairly long meeting.

It was then.

“hmm?”

An executive with a bald head and glasses paused. Because the cell phone was emitting a ringtone. After continuing to talk on the phone for a while, he suddenly smiled, and the bald executive, who lowered his cell phone, spoke definitively to the people around him.

“Director Ahn Ga-bok says he will take on the role of ‘Cierrot.’”

Meanwhile, Korea.

Contrary to LA, where it was afternoon, it was morning in Korea. Around 9 o’clock. Kang Woo-jin could be found in a large filming studio in Seoul. Kang Woo-jin sits alone in the front, where dozens of cameras and lighting staff are gathered, and the Netflix logo and the title of ‘Beneficial Evil’ are engraved on the back wall.

The outfit is a navy suit and the hair and makeup are fully set.

All cameras and staff were moving just for Kang Woo-jin. The reason was simple. Woojin is just about to film an introduction video for the promotion and marketing of ‘Beneficial Evil’. Since these are videos that will be released before the teaser or trailer, it is right to film them in advance. One of the scheduled schedules is for Kang Woo-jin’s solo, and one is for all the main and supporting actors of ‘Beneficial Evil’ to appear.

There were two concepts like this.

Considering that only actor Kang Woo-jin is currently visible in this studio, it looks like it was being filmed for a solo cut. Several staff members are around Woojin, who is sitting on a prop chair in the center of the filming zone, fixing his makeup.

“······”

Of course, Kang Woo-jin had his eyes closed with a solemn face, but thoughts that were far from the concept were prevalent inside him.

‘Sir, are you suddenly craving tteokbokki? Sundae too. If you dip sundae in tteokbokki soup and drink a glass of soju, it’s great.

Of course, because of his brutal schedule, Kang Woo-jin had to skip meals more often. He takes care of the staff as much as possible, but when he is busy, he often forgets things. Still, on days like this when I suddenly felt like I wanted to eat something, I had to eat it.

At this time, a bearded man approached.

-Sigh.

It was producer Song Man-woo, who was handling the entire studio, wearing a hat. When he caught on, the staff who were fixing Woojin’s makeup left. Producer Song Man-woo then showed the filming storyboard to Woo-jin and gave a brief explanation.

“We have to start filming ‘Beneficial Evil’ right after lunch, so there’s no need to put too much effort into this filming. Just say the designated lines in moderation. “I’ll take care of the rest with the editing.”

“I understand, PD. “I’ll do it as usual.”

Producer Song Man-woo suddenly loses his voice.

“More than anything, Mr. Woojin. When are you planning on opening Miley Kara Gun? In the morning, I saw that rumors had spread among foreign media outlets and public opinion, and in Korea, even abusive articles were already pouring in. It was heated properly. “If you raise the flame any higher, the pot will burn.”

They say that further hooking will damage their image. Soon, Kang Woo-jin answered with an indifferent face.

“It was already time to open.”

A few hours after this.

Before we knew it, Kang Woo-jin had moved from Seoul to Yeoncheon, Gyeonggi-do. A very large set complex of ‘Beneficial Evil’. Of course, it was right before the shooting and Kang Woo-jin was holding a sharp knife in his hand.

-Suuuuu.

‘Jang Yeon-woo’ was brought up. The staff was once again surprised.

“Woojin, don’t you get a little creepy every time you see him right before filming?”

“that’s right. “He’s usually calm, but as soon as a camera is attached, he changes like a lightning bolt.”

“For some reason, it has become more intense than in ‘Profiler Hanryang.’ The emotional switch also became faster. “It was absurd back then, but when I look at Woojin these days, it really seems like ‘Jang Yeonwoo’ is living in reality.”

Even saying “in a flash” is not enough. The assimilation process is shorter than before, but the concentration has become thicker. Furthermore, the ‘freedom of role’ is added, making it several times more flexible.

“Hi-Action!!”

It wouldn’t be any different from ‘clown’.