Greta took a critical look at the heroine's debut look, then refocused her attention and began to seriously appreciate Selina's directing style.

"Simon Prideaux's progress is almost visible to the naked eye... What was the subject of his last film? A thriller? Selina has trained him like a completely new person..." As a director, Greta is often very sensitive to the improvement of actors. "The soft tones are very suitable for his face. There is no doubt that he is very dazzling and charming under Selina's lens."

As the plot progressed to the scene where the hero and heroine met for the first time in the alley behind the bar, Greta's thoughts changed again. "The vague sexual attraction and tension between the two people are very eye-catching. As a love movie, this is of course the most important thing. It seems that Selina really spent a lot of thought on casting."

"But... this girl's performance as Betty seems to be a little different from the socialite role she played before? Maybe Selina is really the best partner for her..."

In the European and American entertainment circles where the film industry is more developed, similar situations can often be encountered: the acting skills and charm of certain actors can only be magnified to the maximum extent under the lens of a particular director.

For example, Greta and Laura Adams, the two collaborated consecutively in the films "Tess" and "The Musketeers". Laura was even nicknamed "Mirren's favorite heroine" by Hollywood. All this is only because the two have similar styles and are familiar with each other, and when they collaborate they can achieve the effect of one plus one being greater than two.

Therefore, in Greta's opinion, it is not surprising even if the girl improves her acting skills under Selena's guidance. After all, this is why everyone is scrambling for the opportunity to work with famous directors.

Of course, with this idea as the basis, Greta's initial simple appreciation for this oriental beauty has now completely evolved into another mentality.

While she was thinking, the movie had already reached the scene where Betty and Grenouille were talking. The camera movement of Selina, which simulated the real situation, attracted Greta's approving eyes: a very well-placed one-shot.

But soon, Su Lingxi's performance in the film made the smile of approval on her lips instantly turn into surprise——

"She looks like an elf in a fairy tale... beautiful, pure and innocent. This is obviously the acting quality that only newcomers can achieve, and she has been in the industry for several years, right?" Greta couldn't help but widen her eyes, and her focused gaze could not be taken away from the lively and otherworldly Betty - it was obvious that she had been firmly attracted to this role.

It can be seen that some soft light was added in the later stage of the film, but this is not a big deal at all. The most important thing is the pure temperament portrayed by the girl herself.

"Compared to the last film, she seems completely different, like a completely different person... To be honest, this girl's acting skills shouldn't be buried in a Paris promotional film like this." Greta is now completely excited. "If I can get her, I will choose to put her in 19th century England. Her innocent temperament and classical beauty are simply a perfect match! How suitable..."

Greta let out a long sigh and murmured, "Is this Selina's work or the result of this girl's own realization? It's incredible that an Asian actress can give such an impressive performance - I'm sure she must be the most unique of all Asian actors of her generation."

Greta has seen many charming and talented actresses in Hollywood, and she has worked with countless excellent actresses, but almost no one can interpret two completely opposite roles as well as Nicole, who made her shine - this not only means that her acting skills are excellent, but also proves her plasticity as an actor.

If this girl can really show every director's desire to the fullest, Greta dares to bet that she will be favored by countless directors. After all, no director would not want such a versatile actor with almost infinite possibilities.

Even she is no exception.

"Anyway, the style of this film is interesting and romantic, but the theme is a little shallow. It would be better if some of Grenouille's character arc and setting could be given to Betty, the girl's self-redemption and growth... this arrangement would have a greater chance of winning an award." During the film's transition, Greta habitually analyzed the advantages and disadvantages of "Paris at Night" as a competition film. "I'm afraid the European judges at Cannes won't like it too much. The images shown in the early stage are too bright, but if the style of the film can be changed in the later stage, the uncontrollable sense of fate will surely be very attractive... I heard that the ending is a bad ending, so it depends on how Selina handles the rhythm of the middle part..."

Greta is not sure about the other judges' thoughts, but for her, "Paris at Night" is a romantic art film with relatively novel character settings, a lot of romantic elements in the plot, a relaxed rhythm and beautiful pictures.

With the progress so far, it should be no problem to at least get a passing grade.

Although she had some understanding of the general plot, Greta could not hide her surprise when the rhythm suddenly became tight and the picture gradually turned from bright to dark - she certainly would not miss the micro-expressions, body language and emotional changes of the character of Betty, which were the same but not entirely the same in the beginning, middle and end of the movie.

Although they are the same person, the audience can clearly feel the difference in their states. It is delicate and does not make people feel out of place.

It is no exaggeration to say that Betty's performance in this film is no less than those of the experiential masters. She is thoroughly immersed in the role, yet has her own designs in it, and the performance she presents is enough to astound everyone.

"Selina is such a waste of talent. This girl is clearly a great candidate for acting in thrillers, a true experiential actor... She really should try out old Martin's new film. Multiple personalities are the subject matter that can bring out her acting skills to the maximum!" Greta sighed regretfully, watching the plot of the movie progress to Betty's real highlight moment - in order to leave the best image in her lover's heart, she concealed her medical history and moved to another country, and in the end only left a farewell letter.

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