3 - The Second is Proficient
I arrived home, entered the awkward password, and opened the front door. It seemed that a long time had passed in memory, and there must surely be a lot of dust accumulated.
“……."I felt a strange heaviness in my heart, and I stopped at the entrance." I have returned. It is a house.
After two miscarriages, there was no need for a bed partner, nor was there the husband who had treated me like a maid all along, or the mother-in-law who constantly verbally abused me and made my life miserable for not being able to have children.
Im Se-ah, who had closed her eyes for a long time, immediately sat down at her desk, turned on her computer, and connected to the internet. The old device felt slow, but it didn't matter. Slowly, I opened the websites I knew and gathered audition information.
I watched the four-part series, the reenactment drama, the music video, and even the cable broadcasting stations. I did not distinguish between commercial films and independent films, and I checked all roles regardless of whether they were minor, leading, or supporting.
The good thing was that I knew all the dramas and movies that would be popular in the future. I never thought that continuing to practice acting and staying interested in the industry situation would lead to this.
Director Kim Seong-cheol had to create a career that would allow him to choose me. In fact, not to mention becoming famous, I wanted to take on all the roles I had wanted to try in my life.
Director Kim Seong-cheol. He was a director who skillfully brought creative ideas and detailed settings to life in a realistic manner, gaining much empathy.
There was a role I really wanted to try among Director Kim's films.
"It's been a while."I took out the familiar diary that was placed on the bookshelf. As I unfolded it, the sparsely written schedule caught my eye. I was really foolish and lazy. I had only written down the audition schedule provided by the agency.
Se-ah began to fill the empty diary with audition information.
"Where should I put it first?"I wanted to audition for a role where I could showcase my acting skills the best. However, she did not know where to send her profile first. The production companies of upcoming dramas or movies that I know of have not disclosed audition information.
The information on the site was unclear regarding the production company, and the director's name was not accurately listed.
In other words, it was not an opportunity to build a proper career.
"Is this not it...?""Se-ah, who was staring blankly at her diary, suddenly felt overwhelmed by the thought that despite returning to the past, nothing seemed to have improved."
In her mind, there was a person who briefly crossed her thoughts.
Director Song Yoon-mi. She, the head of the UZ Entertainment manager's office, boasted a wide network of connections in the industry.
It was also famous for being the first to receive valuable audition information.
Se-ah stood up, grabbed her bag, and ran out. Director Song Yoon-mi will leave UZ Entertainment in a few months to start her own company.
The CEO of UZ Entertainment, Heo Jun-seong, completely withdrew when he pushed for excessive lobbying and sponsorship. Before that, I had to catch the eye of Director Song Yoon-mi.
I quickly searched through my contacts and made a call.
"Director!""I was worried that my call would not be answered because I have very low recognition even within the agency, but Director Song Yoon-mi, contrary to my worries, knew my name."
- Yes, Ms. Im Se-ah.
I used to take the bus to save on transportation costs, but now it wasn't a situation where I could do that. I hurriedly caught a taxi and headed to the agency, telling Director Song Yoon-mi.
"Director, are you in the office?""- No, what is the matter?"
"I have something I really want to meet you and tell you.""Unlike my anxious and earnest words, Director Song Yoon-mi did not respond."
"I can wait as long as you need." Please meet me."- Even if it's dawn?"
"Yes!"It was a voice that was so strict it felt indifferent, but I didn't mind.
- Se-ah, I heard you have a radio schedule in the early morning?
"Ah..." If it doesn't work today, tomorrow is fine too!I couldn't cancel the schedule. It was a task that required hard work and preparation with the staff, even though it was during the early morning hours when the average listening rate was low.
- Are you going to the company now?
"Yes....""It seems that the busy Director Song Yoon-mi will not meet me tomorrow or the day after, and my confidence in my voice has diminished."
- I'm waiting in my room.
"Ah, yes!" Thank you."Even though the opponent cannot see it." She bowed her head deeply in greeting inside the moving taxi and made a resolution while looking at the darkened phone screen.
How long have I waited? Se-ah sat on the sofa prepared in the director's office, waiting endlessly for Director Song Yun-mi.
The first hour was spent worrying about how to speak, but as time passed, my gaze began to wander elsewhere.
In front of the sofa, various scenarios and scripts were spread out on the low table.
What kind of work will it be?I was curious. I wanted to see you. Se-ah loved reading scripts and scenarios, and enjoyed immersing herself in roles she was interested in, practicing what kind of acting she would do if she were in those roles.
Her hand, hesitating while biting her lips, moved towards the script book at the very top.
"I'll just take a quick look.""Even though no one was there, I carelessly uttered the words of permission and cautiously opened the page." A thrill ran through me to the point of goosebumps, and my hands became sweaty. I wanted to work. I wanted to act.
A moment later, beyond the glass door of the director's office.
Director Song Yoon-mi, who just met a big player in the film industry, fell into thought as she looked at Se-ah, who was absorbed in the script.
'Im Se-ah, is."The evaluation of her was that she is a wealthy second-generation chaebol with a striking appearance."
Director Song Yoon-mi, who was trying to gauge what Se-ah would say, stepped forward without hesitation and opened the door.
The reason they came to find themselves was obvious without a doubt. You're going to say something obvious like asking for audition information. It was a bit surprising that it was Im Se-ah.
"Ms. Se-ah."”
"Ah, yes!"Her face turned bright red, like someone who had been caught doing something secretly.
"What were you reading?"I saw the title of the script book. I wondered if there was anything special, but it was something left behind by a cable television writer who came a few hours ago.
"The script itself is not bad, but there are no auditions left that Ms. Se-ah would want to see.""Oh, that's not it..."As I looked up in confusion, she suddenly stood up and bowed her head in greeting.
"I looked without permission." I'm sorry."That's unexpected.""The instruction to come in and wait was an implicit permission to look at the script and screenplay."
Especially those who entered the office had a strong desire for their careers, so even if they were told not to look, they looked.
Since no one properly expressed their apologies regarding that, Director Song Yoon-mi did not even bring the really important matters to the table.
"I thought acting was just a hobby, but it seems it's not.""The acting skills were acceptable, but there was no desire for the audition, and they were an unmotivated actor who followed Heo Yuri, the daughter of their friend and agency representative."
Since he is the second generation of a conglomerate, he didn't seem desperate, perhaps because he wasn't hungry.
"I have to apologize.""Director Song Yoon-mi corrected her evaluation upon seeing Se-ah's passionate gaze." I really liked the thirsty look in the eyes for acting.
"First, let's sit down.""The corners of Director Song Yoon-mi's mouth drew a line as she offered her a seat."
"Do you want to act?""Yes.""Sitting up straight and confidently answering while making direct eye contact was satisfying."
"What role do you want to play?""However, if I simply wanted to be a lead or supporting role without any thought, I was prepared to refuse."
Even actors who soar high crafted their characters to fit their roles and auditioned for the director and production team.
Directors who know how to create a proper work did not cast famous actors indiscriminately. I wanted an actor who could best express my scenario and the characters in the work.
Even if the script is given first and offers are made to the actors, I met with each actor individually to understand their thoughts about the role and what kind of performance they would deliver.
If the thoughts of the production team and the actors were different, the participation would often fall through.
Even renowned actors are in such a situation, so why would they cast a newcomer who has just done a short play and an independent film?
"Anything is fine." I just need an opportunity."A role from a certain director's work." Most newcomers would ask where they got that information and even told Director Song Yoon-mi to get them that role.
For a close example, Heo Yuri from UZ Entertainment did that.
Although we were friends, it seemed that we had completely different thoughts. I liked that point, but. Director Song Yoon-mi smiled.
"Is it okay if it's a music video or a web drama?""There were newcomers who were hesitant unless it was a drama from a popular broadcasting company or a commercial film by a famous director." I really couldn't understand what they were hiding and what they believed in.
"Of course.""Director Song Yoon-mi, who has seen many such newcomers, calmly gazed at Se-ah as she answered."
No matter what kind of video it is or what type of character it is, as long as there is an opportunity to show oneself, there is a confidence that one can appeal to the public.
"There is a music video audition.""It seems interesting," Director Song Yoon-mi continued with a smile. Im Se-ah. I was looking forward to how this actor would grow.
"Of course, I can't just stick it in without thinking.""If it were my position, it would be possible to stick it in, but Se-ah nodded with a smile as if it were natural, saying she didn't want to do that."
“기회를 주시는 것만 해도 Thank you."After exchanging glances for a while, Director Song Yoon-mi picked up her phone and made a call to somewhere."
"Yes, Director Park."The gaze observing Se-ah while I was on the phone was sharp.
"Can I recommend a rookie actor suitable for a dance music video?"”
THAN. Dan, is it? Se-ah's eyes widened in surprise at the unexpected name of the singer.
It was a major singer who swept the music charts with just one voice.
Moreover, in the near future, they began filming a drama, and one of its ratings skyrocketed, making them loved by the entire nation as both a musician and an actor.
"I will send you my profile, so please take a look and if it's okay, schedule an audition for me.""After talking about the main topic for a few minutes, Director Song Yoon-mi, who had been chatting under the pretense of checking in with Director Park, hung up the phone."
I saw Se-ah sitting nervously with her phone in her pocket.
"Director Park is someone who shoots music videos like movies." You should be able to audition if possible, so prepare well."I didn't care how much Im Se-ah understood the words to prepare well." You should have that level of sense.
"Thank you, Director.""After politely greeting, Director Song Yoon-mi stood up and opened the refrigerator on one side while watching the departing figure."
I imagined Im Se-ah filming Dan's music video while drinking cool water. Originally, it was a place where CEO Heo Jun-seong pressured to get my daughter in.
It was obvious that CEO Heo Jun-seong would say something about giving the opportunity to Se-ah instead of my daughter, but I was willing to cover for that.
I'm looking forward to it."I became curious about Im Se-ah's performance, which had not been properly seen due to being overshadowed by Heo Yuri."
