Chapter 82 – Historical turning point “Sorry, Ryan.” After careful consideration and discussions during auditions, Rodrigo has ultimately decided to give the role of Paul to Renly. Rodrigo is well aware that this is a risky decision. He is giving up on his initial first choice, and he’s giving up the social advantages that Ryan possesses. All of this will undoubtedly put “Buried” in an awkward position. However, Rodrigo is clear about his goal. This…
Chapter 81 – Dilemma Scarlett’s small eyes always shimmered with a faint halo, sometimes slanted, sometimes glaring, their fleeting charm between motion and stillness is unforgettable. Looking at Scarlett’s lightly raised corners of the eyes, as her Persian cat-like lazy eyes measured him up and down, Renly’s smile deepened gradually. He not only remained calm but also leaned slightly to the side, resting against the brick wall by the door, becoming more relaxed and casual.…
Chapter 80 – Mental Bias. Rodrigo looked at Ryan in front of him, dressed in a smart suit, full of energy, and with a smile on his face. His demeanor was impeccable. However, in Rodrigo’s mind, he couldn’t help but recall the way Renly was dressed today. For the audition, Renly’s attire was undoubtedly inappropriate—a shirt paired with jeans, too casual and giving the impression of a…foreman for a transportation team. But it was precisely…
Chapter 239 – Drinking together Siming Street is one of the few street food alleys in the Capital City. Due to the noise and pollution concerns, the Capital City had banned all night stalls over a decade ago. However, both the local residents and tourists had a demand for such places. So, in specific areas, they reopened the food stalls and implemented strict regulations, becoming a favorite destination for food enthusiasts who know their stuff.…
Chapter 79 – Neither servile nor overbearing. Rodrigo was indeed very excited. There is no doubt that Ryan Reynolds was his first choice to play Paul Conroy. In fact, after watching “The Nines,” he has always wanted to work with Ryan. Rodrigo had always believed that Ryan’s acting had a special flavor, it was not the explosive type, but it had its own understanding and qualities. When he received the script for “Buried,” his first…
Chapter 78 – A strong enemy is coming. The commotion in the crowd finally subsided, and the young college-looking girl walked over again. “It seems that you are indeed an actor, and a talented one at that,” she said confidently, her eyes shimmering slightly. “What’s your name?” Amidst the chaotic scene a moment ago, it seemed like everyone was shouting “Eugene ‘Sledgehammer’ Sledge.” So far, the audience that Renly had encountered hardly paid attention to…
Chapter 77 – Stunning performance. Paul’s gaze was incredibly determined, and that resolute and unwavering determination emitted an incredible radiance. No longer in a state of panic, fear, hesitation, or despair, it seemed as if all the chaotic thoughts were instantly severed, and the decisiveness of resolute action had an unstoppable momentum. “My name is Paul Conroy, a US citizen from Hastings, Michigan. I am a truck driver for CTR Company, and I was kidnapped…
Chapter 238 – The luckiest person Lu Chen certainly knows who Liao Jia is. He heard Liao Jia’s songs back in middle school, and to this day, he still has Black Memory’s album ‘Antarctic’. Liao Jia’s works, such as ‘Azure Vine House’ and ‘Old Fogy,’ are well-known rock classics. But today is the first time they got to meet each other. So, Lu Chen wondered why Liao Jia holds animosity towards him. Liao Jia has…
Chapter 76 – Reveal One’s Edge. Renly repeatedly read these two pages of the script three times, then put down the script and slowly pieced together the entire blueprint in his mind. This is an excerpt from the middle of a movie. Paul has already contacted the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) through his cellphone and is waiting for rescue. The kidnappers called, demanding that Paul record a video following the instructions they left in…
Chapter 75 – Ambitious Goals Renly divided the male protagonist, Paul Conroy, from the movie “Buried” into two levels of performance. The first part is the expression of emotions: fear when he is afraid, panic when he is in danger, despair when he is desperate. This is a typical representation acting technique. Furthermore, the presentation of the same emotion of fear differs in various stages. When Paul just realizes he has been buried alive, when…
