I Will Live As An Actor - Chapter 102
I will live as an actor Episode 102: Melody
(旋律).
The tone is soft, like savoring fluffy castella. There was no particular problem in selecting the song for the celebration performance. Although I liked trot, I didn’t think it was appropriate to sing it here. So what I chose was a song by emotional ballader Park Woo-kyung, one of my favorite songs from the past.
“Wow, did England always sing that well?”
Director Shin Seong-hyun opens his eyes wide and looks at the stage. Even when I was filming the movie, I thought I would be a good singer because I have good vocal skills. But this is beyond expectations. Because it was a solo stage, England was alone on stage.
However, their control was so great that the wide stage seemed cramped. What about singing? The sweet voice and lyrical lyrics harmonize as if honey was applied to the vocal cords.
‘and.’
Actress Seo Min-hye, who is in the MC seat, cannot keep her mouth shut. Because it is located closest to the stage, it has a better view of England than anyone else. Even actors don’t have stage nerves. Although he may be a little nervous, there is no sign of that in England on stage. In fact, he even leisurely took a step toward the audience, matching the lyrics.
‘Did you originally dream of becoming a singer?’
It was to the point where I had that illusion. Even the tuxedo worn to attend the awards ceremony matches perfectly with the lyrical lyrics of the moment. The tall height, wide shoulders, and sweet voice flowing from between them make you feel like you are meeting the prince in your dreams.
“it’s okay!”
Bae Jin-seong, head of production, who was watching the situation from behind the stage, clenched his fists. I was skeptical when I first asked England to perform a congratulatory performance. But, except in the UK, there was no alternative.
I was just praying that the celebration would end safely, but when I realized why, there was no such thing as a jackpot. To put it bluntly, even viewers beyond the TV screen will not be able to take their eyes off the current state of Britain. Just like myself now.
‘He’s my baby too.’
Actor Ahn Joong-hyun, sitting in the judges’ seat, twitches his cheeks. I knew from the beginning that England was good at singing. However, they only sing trot every time, so I thought they would do it again this time, but as expected, England did not disappoint.
Even now, you can see that the eyes of Chungmuro officials in the audience are shining. Even I, who knew about England’s singing ability, would be shocked, but in the eyes of those involved, it would seem like a goose that lays golden eggs. As proof of that.
-Thank you and I love you.
The ENG camera alternately films England reciting the last lyrics and the actresses sitting in the audience. It is a song spoken softly, like a normal tone, but the tone is so sweet that it cannot be expressed in words. Moreover, the gaze filled with emotion was enough to shake a woman’s heart.
The appearances of the actresses caught on camera during the live broadcast were all the same. Not only is she blushing so much that it breaks through her face full of makeup, but she is looking at England on stage with eyes full of longing.
* * *
The president of the merchant association is shaking his shoulders to the British tune on the TV screen with his nose wide open. The same goes for others. It is an unexpected celebration performance in England. Everyone dances to the sweet tones as if the banquet hall has suddenly become a ballroom.
“Hey! Let’s sing a song! Let’s kick it!”
“Is that right? I was good even when I was little, but now I’m almost a singer, and that’s almost on par with Na Hoon.”
“Wait, wait, no, but how dare you bring up Na Hoon-ah. I’ll just tell you, if you can see, I’m a little lower than Na Hoon-ah and above Namjin.”
Now it has reached a point where it can be argued whether Britain’s singing skills are better or worse than Na Hoon-ah’s. However, the common opinion is that it is better than Namjin. This is probably because they are from the Gyeongsang Province region. The good news is that as soon as the British celebration ended, the atmosphere at the merchant meeting, which felt like a ballroom, died down. It was then.
“Mom, I’ve decided!”
Myeongja, the only daughter of the Yang clan, suddenly clenches her fists. Lady Yang looks at this with a puzzled look.
“What did you decide to do with such a significant expression?”
“When I grow up, I’m going to marry England!”
“Let’s talk about losing weight first, Mundi Gasinaya!”
Myeong-ja’s expression becomes tearful after being scolded by Lady Yang. However, the chopsticks that pick up the boiled pork and eat it have no intention of stopping. At that time, the merchant president, wearing a red Marine Corps hat and sporting a scraggly beard, elaborates.
“Myeongja’s mother comes to the one and only Geumgum Ok-yeop. Who knows? Myeongja may actually marry Yeok-guk.”
“Is that right, sir?”
“Yes, yes, that guy who lives in Geoje has a friend whose son is named Kim Young-guk. This is really Jin-guk. I’ll give him a leg up sometime. When you graduate from school, tell him about Saljjagi.”
“Oh really man!”
There is no thought of laughter leaving the merchant association building. Everyone is concentrating on the TV in a friendly atmosphere. After the British stage, the main stage of the Blue Dragon Film Festival Awards ceremony began. As time goes by, the atmosphere is heating up as the Confessions of a Priest team continues to win music awards, screenplay awards, cinematography awards, and director awards.
Since they have already won three awards, everyone is concentrating on the awards ceremony stage, even forgetting to tip their soju glasses. At that moment, someone from Namhangang raised a topic.
“Hold still, Jay Ikada, is England winning Best Actor?”
* * *
Best Actor Award.
In the past, it was said that Korea’s film festivals were a mecca for movie stars. In short, unlike the acting awards ceremony hosted by terrestrial broadcasters, awards are awarded based on the results of evaluation as objectively as possible. In that sense, every movie actor dreams of winning the Best Actor Award.
-Confession of a Priest Actor Kim Hyeong-seop who plays James!
When actor Kim Hyeong-seop, who played James, was named Best Supporting Actor, the Priest’s Confession team all stood up and congratulated him. Even on Kim Hyeong-seop’s always polite face, a look of bewilderment is evident. It was because he thought he had no idea he would be selected. He then stands up and looks at England with an apologetic look.
“England…”
“You won a good award, so why are you doing this? Go up to the stage quickly. The cinematographer is gesturing for you to come up quickly as well. And did you prepare your acceptance speech in advance when you go up on stage?”
“I did prepare, but…”
The reason why actor Kim Hyeong-seop felt sorry was simple. There are unwritten rules at film festivals that have been in place since the past. This means that the Best Supporting Actor and Best Actor awards do not include the same work.
Since Confessions of a Priest Kim Hyeong-seop was nominated for the Best Supporting Actor award, there was a high possibility that another actor from another work would win the Best Actor award. Director Shin Seong-hyeon asks gently while looking at the back of actor Kim Hyeong-seop going up on stage.
“Isn’t it a pity, England? I honestly thought your name would be called for Best Actor this year. I’m not saying it’s a shame that senior Kim was selected for Best Supporting Actor. Ugh, I don’t know what to say about this.”
“What’s wrong with Director Shin? It’s a good thing if just one person gets it. I can’t even count how many awards the Priest’s Confession team has already won today. Since you also received the Director Award, we can look forward to the after-party today, right?”
“Yeah, look forward to it! I’ll buy England everything you want to eat today!”
Director Shin Seong-hyun said that, but he looked full of regret.
But is it just the UK?
‘Not having mourning clothes has not changed since then.’
In the past, it was England where he dedicated his acting career as a supporting actor. However, perhaps because he had no connection with the film festival, he had never won the Best Supporting Actor award. After all, even in his past life, he was considered one of the actors with the least mourning clothes.
‘Did I prepare my acceptance speech for no reason?’
England looks embarrassed and rubs the bridge of his nose with his hand. I thought this work might have potential. So, I stayed up all night preparing for my acceptance speech over the past few days. Wasn’t he as absorbed in reading the script as he was thinking about how to give a nice acceptance speech, thinking of his mother who was obviously watching him from South Port?
‘I’m jealous.’
England smiled as he watched the back of actor Kim Hyeong-seop going up on stage. Didn’t you once miss out on the acting grand prize at the SBC Awards? Moreover, Confessions of a Priest left a mark on the popular and popular films, attracting the largest number of viewers in Korea. It would be a lie if I said I wasn’t disappointed. Then someone says
“Senior Kim, are you crying?”
Actor Kim Hyeong-seop shed tears while giving his acceptance speech. He is considered one of the best supporting actors in Korea. However, it was also far from a film festival, so there were no mourning clothes. Perhaps because it was his first time receiving the Best Supporting Actor award, he had no choice but to hide his tears.
‘You even stuttered your acceptance speech.’
Perhaps because he was so overcome with emotion, he was stuttering to the point where he couldn’t even say his acceptance speech properly. England understands his feelings. In my past life, I also tried so hard to be in that position. A place where everyone in Chungmuro recognizes themselves. A place to congratulate fellow actors and express gratitude to the public. You will feel emotions that cannot be expressed in words.
‘Senior Kim, don’t cry!’
At that moment, England stands up and gives a standing ovation. Then everyone else followed England, standing up and clapping their hands. Only then did Kim Hyeong-seop wipe away his tears and open his locked neck.
-I really don’t know if I can stand here and accept this award. If I think of the first person I am thankful for right now, I feel sorry for director Shin Seong-hyun, but the actor sitting next to me, Jang Young-guk, comes to mind. If it weren’t for him, I wouldn’t have received this award. I’m sorry, England, and thank you so much.
The camera shows England giving a standing ovation. Then England responded with a bright smile. As the spotlight shines, the camera alternately shows England and Kim Hyeong-seop.
‘You can ride it next time.’
Although the Best Actor award was a close match for England, they thought actor Kim Hyeong-seop deserved to receive the Best Supporting Actor award. How passionately he showed his performance in the priest’s confession. If it weren’t for actor Kim Hyeong-seop in the role of James, The Priest’s Confession would not have been complete. Soon, Kim Hyeong-seop comes down from the stage. Even as he holds up his award plaque, he still feels sorry for England.
“Senior Kim, I need to change my nickname now. I can’t get used to the fact that someone who always looked solemn like a great actor on set is now like this.”
England gets excited and plays a mischievous prank on Kim Hyeong-seop. The Priest’s Confession team congratulates Kim Hyeong-seop, but avoids eye contact with England, as if hiding their complex emotions. yet.
-I will introduce the works that were nominated for Best Actor.
It is time to introduce the films nominated for the Best Actor Award. Among them was the priest’s confession. England waves his hand at the camera focusing on him. Don’t forget to smile as if you’re giving back to your fans. But the UK had no expectations.
Because he never thought that the unwritten rule that was considered a long-standing tradition would be broken in his generation. The previous year’s winner comes out and clears his throat to announce the results in person. And unexpected results follow.
-The actor who received the honor of Best Actor is none other than Jang Young-guk, the actor of Confessions of a Priest!