The Young Lion

The first group stage of the Champions Cup came to an end, and the team had a half-day holiday after the match day. Aldrich drove Bert and Earl to Arthur's side in the early morning of the next day, letting the two little guys play at their grandparents' house.

He drove back home, and Yiwen tidied up the living room at home. At nine o'clock in the morning, the guests arrived as scheduled.

Danny Cannon is obviously a man of action. Compared to too many people who are language giants and action dwarfs, Danny is the kind of person Aldrich likes. He dares to dream, puts his body into action, and never procrastinates.

It has only been a month since their last meeting. After Danny returned to the United States, he quickly prepared to make a film. There are also investors in the United States who are willing to invest. After all, the production cost of this type of film is not too high.

Hey, Aldridge, your team has won again. My friend asked me, is Millwall going to break the record again this season? What do you think?

Danny saw Aldrich standing outside the door to greet him, and came up to shake hands enthusiastically after getting off the car.

Aldridge, dressed in casual clothes, said: Who knows about this? Maybe we will lose tomorrow.

Don't be kidding, the next round is the London Derby. Millwall, who was the king of London a few years ago, will lose to Arsenal at home? Oh, the Gunners have strength, but compared with the Wild Lions, they still have obvious advantages. The gap. You never lost at the Lion King Stadium, right?

Hehe, I have never lost. I, and the players, have to be worthy of the tickets that the home fans pay for. Can you introduce the one next to you?

Aldrich looked at the man in a suit and leather shoes beside Danny with a serious expression on his face. In fact, Aldrich knew who he was, David Tennant. However, the two did not officially know each other.

No need for an introduction, David. Who is he. You must know Aldrich Hall, who recommended me to you.

Danny said with a smile.

Tennant is only a young actor in the UK now. He was very surprised and pleasantly surprised that Danny, the director, came to ask him to take part in a movie, and he was also the leading actor. After knowing what kind of movie to make and reading the script, I became a little uneasy.

Aldridge is an idol of the people, and he is very popular right now. It is extremely difficult to play such a character who is a star in his own right.

The reason is also very simple. When you play a fictional character or a historical figure with a long history, the public's impression itself is very vague. As long as the performance effect does not deviate from the general impression. You can pass, and the acting is brilliant and individual. That might be an instant hit.

However, Aldrich is a living figure in the spotlight. You must not only act like it, but also perform its own characteristics. This will easily make the effect of the performance more like imitation. Picky audiences always have reasons to find flaws. If it deviates too far from the character image, then the performance will be ruined.

However, Tennant believes that this is a golden opportunity for his acting career. An opportunity is equal to a challenge. If he grasps the opportunity and passes the test, then his career will have a qualitative leap.

Not to mention how many Millwall fans there are in the world, Adam’s claim that there are 50 million Millwall fans in Asia alone is definitely a fabrication, but it is undeniable that Millwall has a wide range of popularity and support in global football, plus Aldrich's attention is not limited to those in the football circle. The filming of such a movie will greatly increase Tennant's popularity, but he hopes to play this role well, and Not because of poor acting to gain popularity.

Mr. Hall, hello!

Tennant is older than Aldrich, and his attitude is more solemn, with a professional attitude that is business-like. Aldrich smiled, shook hands with him, and introduced himself. Everyone can call each other by first name, and there is no need to call him Mr. Mr. .

The three of them walked into Aldrich's house, and Yiwen prepared tea in the living room, and smiled at Danny: I read the script, it's very good, the plot is full of characters, but there is a small problem with the characters.

Danny sent the movie script to Aldrich a week ago, he didn't have time to read it, so he handed it to Ivan.

When Danny heard that there was a problem, his expression immediately changed, he walked over to sit down seriously, and asked, Which character?

Barnett Hall.

Aldridge's big brother? The one who bought Millwall, right?

Yes, in your script, he bought the club and handed it over to Aldridge. Although he didn't make many appearances, Barnett would not be happy to play such a role. It doesn't mean that you replace it with an actor. Rather, Barnett Hall wouldn't want to be in the movie, uh, you know what I mean?

Danny thought about it and nodded slightly.

Of course he understands, he also sees a lot in the United States, those group chairmen, bosses of listed companies, who would run to show their faces in movies? When a capitalist reaches a certain level, he will try his best to downplay his presence in front of the public, not to mention being associated with the film and television industry, he doesn't even want to be mentioned by name.

Danny was troubled: Then it can't be changed to Aldridge bought the club by himself at the age of 18?

Yiwen smiled and said, I have a suggestion, how about using Arthur Hall's name?

Danny was taken aback for a moment, and then went through the history of Millwall he had learned in his mind.

Arthur appeared in Millwall in reality in the year Millwall landed in the Premier League. Before Aldridge came, the club chairman and management were the old framework left by the previous boss. Delici took over the team in 1994 and reshuffled the cards. The chairman was Adam. In the Premier League, Adam resigned and Arthur came forward. It is also because the Premier League and League One are two different environments. The Premier League will have a boss roundtable meeting.

The more Danny thought about it, the more news there was about Arthur, because he was very popular with Millwall fans, and he had a straightforward personality, and he would naturally show his laughter and cursing, and he would not give people the impression that the city is extremely powerful. Serious impression.

In the past, there was a crazy behavior where three or five security guards couldn't hold back the referee because he was dissatisfied with the referee and rushed into the arena.

Danny looked at Yiwen, hesitantly said: Can you ask him to perform in person?

Aldrich will not act in real person, if Arthur can. Definitely better than using actors.

Ivan glanced at Aldridge. But Aldrich made a gesture to make a phone call. Yiwen understood, smiled and said: Wait, I'll make a call and ask.

She picked up the phone and called Arthur.

Evan, what's the matter? What happened to Aldrich?

It's okay. I just want to ask you. Now the club has a cooperation project to make a movie about Millwall. Do you want to act in real life? Just play the chairman of the club.

Hey, what's the use of acting? I'm the chairman, okay, let them come and film me.

Yiwen couldn't help laughing, and said, Didn't you understand? It's a movie, not a documentary. You play yourself, but what you do in the movie depends on the director, not your daily life.

Oh? Okay. When will the filming start?

It's just in the preparatory stage. If you're interested, why don't you come over now? The director is on our side.

Well, well, I'll be there in an hour.

Arthur agreed, and Danny was very happy to hear the news. He deleted Barnett's role and replaced it with Arthur, so the script had to be changed slightly.

He and Ivan were there to discuss the content of the changed script, and Aldridge talked to Tennant.

Danny brought Tennant here today, in fact, to let Tennant get in touch with Aldrich and get to know the characters up close.

Tennant looked Aldrich up and down, paying attention to every detail of Aldridge's speech and behavior, which made Aldridge feel uncomfortable, so he took the initiative to say: I don't think I am special. What's different is definitely the accent, I don't have a thick Cockney accent like some of my friends.

Huh? You must be from London?

It is true that I lived in London since I was a child, but I have been running around since I was 12 years old, and my accent is not that strong. As for other aspects, I don't think it will be of much help to you.

Tennant nodded. This football-themed movie has nothing to do with life. No matter how carefully he observes Aldridge in life, he might not be able to act vividly in the movie.

Aldridge, I am very happy to receive Danny's invitation. I want to play this role well. If you have any suggestions, please tell me directly.

Tennant looked solemn, and Aldrich asked with a smile, Do you like football?

Not fanatical.

As a Scot growing up under the skies of the Commonwealth, Tennant naturally paid attention to football, but he wasn't as fervent as many fans.

I will give you tickets for every home game of Millwall. Go and see it when you have time. Although you can't experience the situation of Millwall in the past, it will definitely help your acting.

Tennant accepted Aldridge's suggestion and asked, Can I watch your practice team?

no.

Aldridge smiled and shook his head.

Open training and closed training are completely different for the team. Since it is closed, they just don’t want to be disturbed. If Aldridge lets Tennant watch from the sidelines, it will definitely distract the team. The players are also uncomfortable.

Hey, David, I compiled a video collection, it's Aldridge's, you can take it home and study it slowly.

Ivan interjected, and Tennant thanked him.

In any case, he is playing Aldrich after all, and the film must pursue effects, so it is definitely hoped that he will show the passionate side of the young marshal, and the video collection can help him a lot.

As for Aldridge inviting him to watch the game, it can only help him understand Millwall's club culture at close range. As for the 90-minute game, even if he keeps his eyes on Aldridge, he may not get much help. After all, as the coach, Aldridge really danced and danced like an actor, it would only look like a clown stealing the show.

Less than an hour later, Arthur arrived by car. Surprisingly, he brought Earl back.

Hey, Earl heard that I'm going to act in a movie, and he wants to act too.

The loud voice came in when Arthur walked into the living room with Earl in his arms.

Danny's heart was moved when he heard the words, and he quickly said: In the script, there is indeed a child character. Although he will not play for more than one minute, he will definitely be able to play it.

Aldrich had a headache. Seeing Danny's posture, this is the rhythm to catch everything.

If he doesn't act in movies, Arthur and his son will be taken away by him.

Earl Bibert is obviously much more lively and cheerful. He is interested in everything. As the saying goes, he likes to join in the fun. After watching a movie last time, he came home and shouted that he would become a movie star when he grows up, and he would also act in movies.

In his opinion, the so-called growing up is about the same age as the child stars in Harry Potter. (to be continued...) ()