The My Hollywood System
Chapter 69

The [Sherlock Holmes] set was mostly busy with life, with everyone busy with their own tasks. Many of their scenes were shot in the studio, while some of them were scheduled to be shot in real-life locations.

Although those scenes will also be sent to the studio to give the 1890s a feel.

The scene today is just like they came to an open location to shoot a scene where the police will arrest Holmes and Watson after making a mess at the dock.

It was a brief scene that occurred just before Holmes was taken to the Temple of the four orders.

The filming device had been placed away from the prison gate, on the pavement leading to it. The camera crew is adjusting the device for the last time.

Jeffery was in communication with lighting engineer, Tyler George, to ensure lighting and lighting. Anthony listened to their conversation attentively. He had finished doing all the tasks Will had given him, so at the moment, he was free enough to stay with Jeffrey to learn from the latter's techniques and shooting experience.

Everyone on the crew is busy with their own things. Those who have completed their tasks for now are resting, standing away from the camera.

There were many additional actors gathered today as the scene featured many prisoners and guards. Costume and makeup teams do their job to make them look like threatening criminals.

Dream Vision has contacted local UK talent agencies for them and is getting every extra at a low price.

Robert, Levi Richards, and other leading actors also chatted together. Ewan was sitting alone, reading the script alone.

Seeing this kind of atmosphere, Will felt it was a fun day to shoot.

"Jeffery."

After smiling into the sky, he walked towards Jeffery, who had finished talking to Tyler.

"Will, I think we can start in ten minutes," Jeffery said, approaching him.

"Have you decided on the camera angle? I'd like you to take a long shot before doing a moderate shoot and then a close-up to the faces of Holmes and Watson. And one to show to the prisoners as well."

"I thought the same thing. Though I guess we should do an alternative take from that angle." Jeffery pointed his finger at where the actors were talking. "We can choose one of these later."

"Yes that's good."

"Don't worry, Will. I know what I'm supposed to do."

"I believe you."

After saying that, Will glanced over to where the actors were talking. It looked like a peaceful exchange of words.

'Lucky no power struggle.'

Usually, power struggles between actors and actresses are common, but not the case here. It was mainly due to the nature of the actors involved with [Sherlock Holmes].

Levi Richards is back and has no interest in useless power struggles. It seemed like he had softened a lot after getting the family.

He is happy with his role as Watson and tries his best to make it look cooler.

As for Ewan, his entire focus was on his character, and he was the most proactive with new ideas to make Lord Blackwood more threatening.

'If there is a power struggle, Robert will definitely lose.'

Will thought in his mind.

Since Robert was now involved with Dream Vision, Will tried his best to take care of him. But he was really less popular, and it was something that could only be developed over time.

As he thought about it, Ewan suddenly walked towards him.

"Will, I have some ideas about the end of the story. Do you mind listening to him?"

"Yes, what idea?" Will asked, raising an eyebrow.

"I thought maybe we should add one more fight scene at the end. Although the climax is pretty good, I feel it leaves a lot of gaps that we can fill. After all, a good ending would satisfy the audience even more."

ewan said and waited for Will's answer. Now he is involved with a project, he wants to improve his quality or at least the quality of the character he plays.

Fortunately, Will nodded.

"I'm thinking about it anyway." He replied, "But the battle scene you are talking about, I'm not sure about that. You know, the script is almost 130 pages long, and since it's more of a detective story than an action movie, I don't quite understand.sure about adding extra action scenes."

"But wouldn't that add flavor to the story?" Ewan insisted a little more.

Will looked at him for a moment and asked, "Well, Ewan, explain Henry Blackwood to me. He is the character you play; tell me what your understanding of this character is."

"Um.." replied Ewan after thinking for a few seconds, "Company. Selfish. And... Unfeeling?"

Will nodded, "What else can you say?"

"He likes to brag?" answer Ewan.

Will nodded, "Yes, your understanding of the character is quite close. Not only does he like to brag, but he is also secretly aloof and considers himself more intelligent than Sherlock. Also, he is very intelligent and has a talent for science and illusion. , specializing in physics and biology, which you should know after reading the script."

Ewan nodded, "So we can't add action?"

"We can," Will nodded, "But it's not what you think it is. We can add a little more swordsmanship, which is Blackwood's specialty; in fact, he can even defend against Sherlock."

Will looked at Ewan without saying anything.

"Hm...?" That look confused Ewan. 'Did I say something wrong…?'

He knew he was already pushing the limits by making suggestions, but he could not miss any opportunity in front of him.

"I think there will be some changes in the script." Will suddenly said.

"Hm? So you're going to add a sword fight?"

Will shrugged, "I have to revise the script for that. In fact, Blackwood is also a good sniper. Maybe we could face a cowboy-type dispute. But that's not what I'm talking about."

"Then?"

Will smiles at her, "I'll tell you if I revise the script."

"Oh.."

Will nodded and stood up, "Alright, let's get ready for the next shot."

Ewan nodded and headed for the dressing room.

Will took the microphone in his hand.

"Everything! Get ready for the next shot."

When he reassembled the microphone, his mind was elsewhere.

An idea had come to his mind as he chatted with Ewan, and now he wanted to consider it because it might give an additional story.

'Acting Ewan is pretty good. The lead he gave Blackwood's character was far more threatening and threatening than Mark Strong, the actor who played Blackwood on Earth.'

'What if... Blackwood survived?'

He had been playing around with this idea ever since he saw Ewan's portrayal of Lord Blackwood, and he felt it was quite good. Maybe he can even come back in the sequel?

After all, there aren't as many Sherlock villains as he is.

Playing around with the idea in his mind, he started directing the next scene.

***

Will worked all day to shoot [Sherlock Holmes], and in the evening, he returned to his hotel room. But his job is not over.

Even though he was filming for [Sherlock Holmes], he was still watching [17 again]. Filming is complete, and entering the post-production and promotion stage.

The media team [17 again] even wanted Will to promote him because his current fame was quite good, but since he was busy with filming, they could only give up.

After talking a little with Edward Friedman about the expected numbers on opening day, Will called June.

It's hard to handle work and love life, but talking to June is something she really enjoys, and they'll make sure to call each other between breaks.

But lately, June's been acting weird.

"June, you look weird. Has anything been on your mind lately?"

He asked while looking at his face. They are making a video call, and she can clearly see that June looks tired for a reason.

Even he felt like he was losing weight.

"No, everything's fine."

He shook his head and replied.

"Your face looks weak. Did you eat right?"

"Not that. Right now I'm aiming for the lead role, and the director said that I would be perfect if I could lose a little weight."

june said, and before Will could ask any further, he changed the subject.

"How was your shoot? Can you ask me for an autograph from Ewan Rees? I'm a huge fan."

"Eh, yeah, I can get it."

Will has a lot to say, but June keeps talking about things and doesn't give him a chance to talk at all.

In the end, when the call ended, Will couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong with June.

'What's going on? I feel like I should meet him…'

If he could, he wanted to get on a plane to meet her, but his schedule was congested, and as a young director, he couldn't leave. Otherwise, he would be called irresponsible if it came out.

She had just decided to meet June first thing after filming ended.