Ace Hollywood

The report of the "Wellington Daily" did not cause waves of interest in Los Angeles and the United States. Except for Daniel's fans who may have paid attention to the non-irritating report of this conservative newspaper in New Zealand, no one else cast unnecessary attention.

But Tasia—the editor-in-chief of the "Daily" is already very satisfied. They have done some research, and the newspapers that published the interview have received more praise. Even conservative readers are happy to see their cherished country being praised by others— Especially a popular Hollywood star.

While Peter Jackson and Francis cemented their friendship with Tasia, Daniel had to throw himself into routine filming.

Legolas used the green screen technology only this time, and the rest of the parts, including standing with the dwarves, were done through many other techniques, such as long and close shots, or only shooting the upper body. The dwarf actor is kneeling, you know the current Green screen technology is insignificant compared to various advanced technologies later, but the manpower, material resources and budget it consumes are still very considerable. And Peter is an excellent producer who keeps a tight budget and unnecessary spending.

Daniel is not familiar with green screen technology, but it doesn’t sound too complicated. Simply put, they use a uniform background color, and then cut out the characters in post-production and put them in suitable positions, which can make the actual The characters and special effects are perfectly matched - if done right.

For example, in this scene with Daniel, he needs to jump up and down on the giant mammoth, and he has to shoot arrows at the same time-everything has to be pretended that there is really a prehistoric mammoth under his feet.

It was very dark, and even though every acting graduate takes this class, it was still very difficult to actually shoot.

In addition, he must hang Wia.

Those flying movements must be realized by Wia.

"Everything in place?"

Shooting in the studio is much smaller than outside. Several cameras are in place at the same time. Lesnar is still in charge of the most important one, close-up shots-most of the equipment used in the end is the result of his equipment.

"All departments, Action!"

Daniel gripped the longbow tightly, and Aragorn's voice came from his ears.

"Legolas!"

This is the clarion call of Legolas' hour.

Daniel turned around quickly, his chin was too high, and his eyes stared forward. There was a huge mammoth, which was wreaking havoc in the team of Gondor warriors.

Lesnar zoomed in on the camera and gave a close-up. There was no original idea, just a full-body frame, but he saw Daniel's facial expressions and eyes.

so handsome!

If Legolas is in charge of handsome, then such a shot cannot be missed.

Daniel's exquisite face has smooth lines and excellent angles. The firmness and confidence in his eyes are convincing. The blond hair is raised a little under the slight wind blowing from the air duct.

It's like a painting!

Lesnar sighed.

Peter didn't know when he stood beside him, looked at the picture on the small screen, and nodded involuntarily.

"No wonder there will be elf incidents." Lesnar said with a smile.

After shooting this scene, Peter took a look at the pictures of each camera. If it was not enough, he needed to shoot some more, but fortunately, everyone cooperated well.

"Prepare for the next scene."

The staff immediately pushed a slope-like thing,

Daniel wobbled a little when he stood on it, it was made of elastic material.

This was a simulated scene of him jumping onto the ivory. The mammoth shook his own ivory, trying to shake off the elf crawler on it, but Legolas didn't move.

Only a few panoramic views are needed here, because Legolas is too small compared to the mammoth and even its ivory. If you can't put the ivory and mammoth into the mirror, you will lose the meaning of standing on it—— Thrilling and exciting visual experience.

Daniel, who was filming shaking scenes in front of the green screen for the first time, was a little uncomfortable, his face and body were a little tense.

"Oh, sorry, I always feel a little worried."

"It's normal, Danny, I've seen actors who have difficulty standing up." The action director of the movie comforted Daniel, "You're fine, look at you, you are strong and agile, you just need to get used to it, Get over your worries."

I have to say that this is a very strategic and experienced action director.

Daniel bounced back and forth on the slope net, and after fifteen minutes of getting used to it, he let out a breath and gestured OK to Peter.

Peter nodded to him, he would not blame him, because Daniel's performance had saved him a lot of unexpected film.

"Every department is ready." Seeing Peter nodding, the assistant director waved and shouted, "Action!"

Daniel felt much more relaxed this time, and he even had the strength to control his micro-expressions and small movements, widen or close his eyes with the shaking, and control the tension of his muscles according to the up and down range.

Passed perfectly.

Peter gave Daniel a thumbs up, showing his praise for his quick adjustment and adaptation.

"A very talented young man."

"Old guy, you seem to appreciate him more and more." Peter teased Lesnie.

"Because seeing him is like seeing me when I was younger."

"It's a bit cold in the studio, or, because of your joke?"

"Director, please stay away from the photographer."

Daniel began to prepare for the next scene, advancing one by one, and finished shooting the still shots. The director announced to take a break. They had been working continuously for four hours, and it had been six hours since Daniel started putting on makeup.

He's a little off.

Andy handed him a dairy drink, which was necessary to replenish physical energy during a large-scale shooting, otherwise he would not be able to survive at all. As for the possible side effects, we had to wait until later to make up for it.

Wia was transferred, and Daniel's really strenuous shooting was still to come. He needed to fly around the mammoth's body like a rock climbing master.

"Daniel, are you okay?"

"No problem." Peter gave Daniel a full two-hour rest time. The rest of the crew were having lunch, but Daniel couldn't do it. He would be hung by Wia for several hours. If he ate, he might be in some embarrassing situations .

Hungry, a lot of physical exertion, at this time, ordinary people can feel that being an actor is not an easy job.

Daniel is young, so the fatigue of the morning has recovered.

He also played Bruce Lee a few times while the staff equipped him with wire and protection.

"Let Daniel try the feeling first." After Peter finished talking to the staff manipulating Wia, Daniel found that his feet were off the ground, and his whole body was a little weightless. He tried some poses, and it was a bit of a struggle, but nothing wrong.

Wia is mainly some flying movements, the posture is important, and the acting skills do not need to be considered. For example, flying from ivory to thighs, and then climbing from thighs to buttocks, who will pay attention to your eyes.

Daniel got used to it for half an hour this time, and then he signaled to everyone.

Warm up is complete.