Longest Day 2

Well, I won't tell in detail what exactly happened during both parts of the shoot, since most of it was just usual shooting stuff anyway. I'll just explain my thoughts on it, and the fun parts and the things I learned along the way. This is going to be a bit random though, so don't expect chronological order or something.

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Ral and Rex were the ones often with me, with the former always there to make sure that I looked all right, and with the latter being the one coaching me on how to act. Rex taught me a lot of things about how to go about the scenes, and it was nice that he was inspiring, upbeat and cheerful all the time. These two would often talk about many random, funny things, and they made the days pass by on good notes.

Near the end of the second part of the shoot, Jaja told me that I was very hardworking, probably because she noticed that I didn't like resting even if it was suggested to me. I just thought that since everyone was doing their best, I should, too. I suppose I got a bit of the workaholic thing from my Dad. I just smiled back in reply, though, since I was a bit tired and it caught me off guard. I was glad that the air on the set was very lively, with everyone being very understanding and motivating. Patrick even said, "This feels like a college project." And we all agreed.

I understand a little now how some actors could become spoiled - everyone on the set conspires to make everything look right and good, the actor included. I was never really the type who wanted to be tended to every minute, but I didn't bother to stop anyone from doing their jobs since I thought it would dishonor them. Besides, I guess it was also part of my job to look right and feel good to be able to act properly, so I just accepted what they gave me gracefully and didn't demand any more than what they gave. I think that's the important thought that people in my position shouldn't forget.

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I wonder what they thought about me? I tried not to think about it then. It's not a big deal for me right now, but of course, I have to admit that I am a bit curious. I was the newbie then, so at the back of my head I had this nagging thought of wanting to do my best and impress them a little. It wasn't natural for me, but I did try my best. At the end of the day, though, when we said our goodbyes, their smiles told me that I did all right. I hope to meet/work with them again someday.