chapter 36
A Genius Writer Loved by an Actress 36
Joo-hak Jeong, who grew up in the cult group Obulsanshin, a maniac since childhood.
He shows typical psychopath tendencies, such as brutally killing insects and animals.
Park Sul-hae, the head of Ohbulsanshin, who carefully observed Jeong Ju-hak’s behavior, designates him as his successor.
Thirty years pass, and Joo-Hak Jeong succeeds Park Sul-Hae and becomes the head of the God of Obulsan. And he expands his teaching in a more terrifying and cruel way than Park Sul-hae.
Jung Joo-hak, who kidnaps and imprisons people, and scatters the mind by forcibly administering hallucinogens and stimulants. All those who are so brainwashed become a plaything for Jeongju-hak.
They worship Jeongjuhak as a god and do whatever he tells them to do. Even if it’s a brutal murder.
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“In episode 7, Jung Joo-hak unraveled the narrative genre in which he had no choice but to become a villain. next.”
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One day, while expanding his teaching without any problems, Jeong Joo-hak is attacked by Gil Byeong-soo and Han Ji-hyeon. They dig a clever trap to catch them…
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“Closing up to episode 8 where Jeong Ju-hak puts Gil Byung-soo and Han Ji-hyun into a corner.”
I read the 7th and 8th episodes right away in one sitting.
the whole flow is ok
Jeong Ju-hak’s narrative will also be easily understood by viewers.
Byung-soo and Ji-hyun face off against Jeong Joo-hak, and the emotional line that recognizes each other as colleagues is also evident.
“It’s not bad enough.”
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oh by the way
Why, why do you feel a little sad about something?
It feels like there is not enough salt in the seaweed soup!
It feels like a hot dog with only sugar, not ketchup!
I shook my head and read it again.
But I can’t read and read.
where is it wrong
“What the hell are you missing? What did you miss? . . . Let’s start thinking about the video.”
I went to the channel and checked the draft video of episodes 7 and 8.
But it went well where I wrote it.
I couldn’t figure out what the problem was or what was so blatant.
“Is the ambassador pushed? Are Jung Joo-hak’s actions too contrived?”
It didn’t seem like it would improve noticeably even if I fixed such a small part.
“It’s a story that anyone can understand, and the relationship between the protagonist and the villain is organically connected.”
But it didn’t really touch my heart.
I looked around the room and thought about it, but I couldn’t find an answer.
“I think the moment has finally come when we need to check the expected ratings.”
I was saving it to check after more decisions were made, but now seems like it’s time to check if I’m doing it right.
I jumped up and sat down and turned on the channel.
I was fortunate to have 4 episodes left after I used it last time.
“Let’s look at only two episodes 1 and 8. for now.”
[Do you want to check the expected viewership ratings for episode 1?]
[Yes / No]
yes.
[2 out of 5 ratings have expired]
[The expected viewership rating of episode 1 is 7.9%]
[Expected ratings may change depending on the direction and cast]
Well, 7.9%.
It’s average… But a little… It’s not a pity.
Shall we watch episode 8 this time?
[3 out of 5 ratings have expired]
[The expected viewership rating for episode 8 is 13.8%]
13.8% cotton,
You did pretty well
The ratings are steadily rising, and they are above average.
There will be more from episode 9 onwards.
I made a rough compromise with my disappointment, and now I put my hands on my laptop to write episode 9.
“Huh, no. This is not a matter of compromise. You say there is a problem with the narrative of ‘Jung Joo-hak’. The fact that Gam Woo-hyuk and Min Yu-ri were left behind and only got low ratings is definitely a problem with ‘Jung Joo-hak’.”
I moved my hand over the keyboard to the mouse to save the text and turn off the power.
It didn’t seem like this would be the case.
“Let’s get some wind and cool our heads.”
He took out the new clothes he had bought when he received the manuscript and left the house. Because new clothes work well for a grumpy mood.
By the way
‘I have nowhere to go.’
When I got home, I had nowhere to go.
I was looking through my phone to see if I should make a phone call to Han-gyeol, and unexpectedly, I found a text message from a Bakamo shoot.
I can be so happy I didn’t know you came in the morning because I was writing.
[Baccomo Filming Location]
Venue: Gamridang-gil District 3 Ruin# Coffee Shop
Shooting time: 11 am – 10 pm ]
“that is great. you can go here Where my drama is being made.”
Without thinking twice, I turned to the filming site of Bakamo.
***
When we arrived at the set, director Oh Sang-sik and several staff members were talking seriously over the monitor.
It was a scene in which ‘Chaerin’ was preparing for a barista competition with the help of ‘Hyeonse’, but it seemed that there was something difficult.
“Soyoung and Donghwan’s acting was good. No problem… But it’s kind of awkward… It’s like a backflow of energy. Something must have gone wrong.”
Director Oh Sang-sik had an unhappy expression on his face. He folded his arms and touched his chin, trying to read the subtle differences.
“Shall we move the line? I think you can use the stool or turn the coffee cup upside down.”
The cinematographer scratched his head and commented, but Director Oh shook his head. It doesn’t seem like that’s the problem.
“no no. I don’t think so.”
“Then, let’s turn down the key light and put a bit more backlight to separate Chaerin from the background, shall we?”
The lighting director also joined and added his opinions, but Oh Sang-sik only waved his hand.
“It’s a little different than that. Let’s think for a moment.”
Director Oh turned around, taking off the headset he was wearing around his neck.
And in that moment, our eyes met.
“Oh, writer. When did you come?”
His expression turned to joy.
“yes. I just came. But do you have any problems?”
“That’s… it shouldn’t be a problem, because it’s not strangely refreshing.”
A look of concern appeared on his face again.
“May I take a look?”
Because I watched and re-watched the perfect drama video.
Actually I knew
that problem.
“Yes, it would be good if the writer would take a look. Please sit here.”
Director Oh readily agreed and gave the chair away.
I sat in front of the monitor and stared at the screen.
“…what’s wrong…”
I know what the problem is that Director Oh is struggling with, but I took some time.
If you give the correct answer in one second, everyone might be very embarrassed.
He turned his head around, frowned, and sighed heavily while acting as if he was struggling.
“What do you see?”
As expected, Director Oh asked in the tone of ‘you don’t know’.
“Yeah… that’s… I can see it.”
“Oh yeah? can you see What is it? The problem?”
He opened his eyes wide and sat close to me.
Buildup is over. Now it’s time to reveal the answer.
“That’s… Dong-hwan is much taller than So-young, so ‘Chae-rin’ is buried. I have to say that the lines are being pressed.”
“Aha.”
“In this scene, the ability of the main character ‘Chaerin’ exceeds that of ‘the present world’, but the physical appearance of ‘the present world’ is overwhelming. So it was unbalanced.”
Tight!
As soon as I could finish my words, Director Oh slapped his forehead hard.
“Oh, right. right. That’s it, that’s it. Oh, why didn’t I think of that? For some reason, Chaerin felt like he was being pushed by Hyeonse, so he said it was strange. Obviously there’s nothing wrong with acting… Oh, the writer. It’s really great. How are you going to catch a glimpse of it?”
That’s right. I haven’t seen it once, but I’ve seen it so many times.
“No what. When writing a script, I think about the composition of the scene to some extent… hahaha.”
“You think about all the details when you write?”
“Well, yes…yes…”
“hahaha. You are truly a genius writer. There… the props team.”
Director Oh called the prop team with a refreshing expression. And the props manager who appeared out of nowhere.
“Yes, Director.”
“Get a footstool and put it under Ji So-young. About 15 cm tall.”
“all right.”
Director Oh Sang-sik’s response was accurate and quick. staff too.
When you see one, you know the heat, and the shooting site was rolling very well.
‘It was good to see you. I like the atmosphere.’
The props team quickly found a wooden scaffold, and the lighting and camera positions were repositioned to match the angle. The distance between the actors has been re-adjusted, and the treatment of their eyes has also changed.
All in all, everything was perfect.
“It’s just right because I do as the writer said. I love it. Writer, come to the set every day.”
“yes. I’ll stop by whenever I can.”
It’s time to take a break after filming safely.
Director Oh Sang-sik brought up the story of <Right Arm Co., Ltd.> in passing.
“I enjoyed watching until episode 6 was sent a few days ago. I read only up to episode 3 and was very curious about what would happen after that.”
“Are you okay?”
“It’s all right. It was so much fun when ‘Han Ji-hyun’ appeared in earnest and matched with ‘Byung-soo’. Comedy, action and thriller. ‘Jung Joo-hak’ who appeared at the end of episode 6 Oh, I’m really looking forward to the character.”
When the name of the villain of Opal and ‘Jung Joo-hak’, which is now messing around in my head, came out, my heart became frustrated again without me knowing.
I went to the filming site to cool my head, but in the end I felt like I was in the right place.
Director Oh Sang-sik, who does not know my heart, continued to speak.
“I think the weight and texture of the drama will be decided by how the character Jeong Ju-hak lives rather than Byung-soo or Ji-hyun. I really want to write an actor well… Is there an actor you are thinking of? Writer?”
learn?
I still don’t know how to capture the character.
“Oh, no. I never thought about it. Right now, I can’t even write a letter…”
“Hey, I’m talking nonsense.”
“no.”
At that time, the assistant director came and took Director Oh to watch the continuation of the next scene.
Left alone, I wrestled with ‘Jung Joo-hak’ again.
for a long time,
“Writer. Eat one of these. It’s cool.”
Surprised by the gentle voice, I looked up and saw Ji So-young serving corn beard tea.
My throat is really burning, how do you know my heart so well?
“I was thirsty, thank you.”
Without delay, I opened the lid of the corn silk tea and drank it in a big gulp. My esophagus was so strong that I felt that ‘Jung Ju-hak’ was disappearing for a while.
“Writer, it seems like you’re really thirsty.”
Ji So-young smiled and sat down next to me.
Yes, I rode a lot. Because of that bastard’s ‘Jeongjuhak’.
“how about it? Is it worth filming?”
He asked while pouring out even the few drops remaining in the plastic bottle.
“I knew it would be difficult. by the way. It’s so much fun. I guess it’s that body type. The constitution to act in front of the camera.”
Ji So-young was happy with a bright expression on the world.
The moment I saw Ji So-young, I forgot about ‘Jung Ju-hak’.
“Ah, what was the obvious?”
“What?”
“I wish I had really stopped acting then.”
“Ah… Of course, I must have lost the will to live and suffered from anxiety.”
Ji So-young looked around while talking like a joke. Just in case there are ears around us to hear our conversation.
But everyone seemed to be busy, so there was no such thing.
Ji So-young opens her mouth with confidence.
“Actually, it was very difficult back then. <Is Love Refundable?> I prepared a lot for the role of ‘Eom Yeon-jung’. To the point where I think it’s really perfect. The judges’ reaction wasn’t bad either. In particular, director Park Kang-hoon paid attention to me.”
Ji So-young brought up the story behind the audition for <Is Love Refundable?>, where she decided to quit acting.
He didn’t seem to be listening lightly, so he adjusted his posture and sat down to focus on her.
“But after I got the text saying that I had fallen, I haven’t been able to get a job… I heard something in the waiting room that day.”
“What do you mean?”
“That’s something I haven’t told anyone yet.”
Ji So-young looked around once again and lowered her voice.
“There were rumors that the role of ‘Um Yeon-jung’ had already been decided. She is the daughter of a middle-aged actress, and she is holding an audition for a bridesmaid because of the topic.”
“No, something like that.”
“At first, I didn’t believe it either. I hope I did But in the end, when an article about the middle actor’s daughter was cast, it collapsed. So I left. If it is a mountain that I cannot overcome no matter how hard I try, I will give up quickly.”
“Hey, those people are real.”
“But when the writer found me and eventually became ‘Chaerin’, it was almost impossible for me to do anything. Would you really give up?”
“It was going to be a big deal.”
I’m really upset that such a place still exists. But, through that muddy puddle, we’re here together, aren’t we?
As a senior in life who ate 9 more years than Ji So-young, I felt like I had to say a word.
“Mr. Soyoung. I haven’t lived my life that much, but I believe in one word. Causal retribution, private retribution. Be sure to reap where you sow. I deceived people from the beginning of that drama, and the first button was put on wrong. It’s never going to go well. Leave it alone. For deceiving Soyoung and the applicants who participated in it, I will definitely accept it. So-young, don’t worry about such people, and just follow So-young’s path.”
“Absolutely. Thanks to you, I found my way. Thank you again. Writer.”
“No, what. I am more grateful.”
For being my ‘Chaerin’
Ji So-young’s eyes gleamed as she looked at me.