Contract Marriage: Let's Make It Real, Mrs. Sterling!-Chapter 345 - 344: Netizen Comments

[Wait, am I seeing things or losing my mind? Why did I just see that "Drama Tragedy" officially announced the lead actors, and the key issue is that the lead is so... ridiculous.]

[Director Lawson’s new movie, ah, I’m so excited. It’s been over a year since I’ve seen a film from him. I almost thought he retired to the mountains. Now there’s no need to worry, the movie is out.]

[Equally excited, but... isn’t the lineup for the leads a bit too fantastical?]

[Jensen Sterling makes sense. After all, there are few who can surpass him in the film industry. But Mia Sutton... what kind of crazy decision is this???]

[Mia Sutton taking the lead, in a Lawson film no less, I can only... heh.]

[No way, right? Is even Director Lawson now following the trend and using such trendy celebrities?]

[With someone like this, trying to portray a dramatic character, it’s laughable to the point of wanting to throw up.]

Comments like this are very numerous, overwhelmingly so, densely packed everywhere.

Although there are some better comments interspersed within.

For example: [I have to say, this poster is quite impressive. I think there’s no need to immediately dismiss someone. Let’s wait and see how it turns out.]

[Honestly, the girl’s face is really stunning, she’s practically the epitome of a goddess.]

[This qipao look just killed me; it’s absolute perfection. This must be what a qipao beauty is meant to look like.]

[As someone who professionally studies traditional opera, I have to say Mia Sutton’s opera look is really professional. It’s best to be more discerning when critiquing instead of speaking nonsense.]

But there aren’t many comments like these, and among a jumble of chaotic comments, they seem especially pitiable, as if surrounded by a horde, and some people even come back to attack these positive commenters.

Netizens: "..."

Damn it, can’t people even express their opinions now? You think it’ll be bad or ruin its reputation – that’s your opinion.

Why can’t we think it’s not bad, and find her beautiful?

You’ll control heaven and earth, but damn well not what I think.

This group of netizens was absolutely fuming!

Some people were initially indifferent to Mia Sutton, but got so pissed off by those brainless users, they ended up following Mia Sutton out of spite.

Dammit, I actually like her now, what’s it got to do with you? 𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮

Mia Sutton’s haters, while hating, discovered that not only did she not lose followers, but she gained more. What kind of reverse crazy decision is this?

Apart from these, there are also fans of Ian Lee. As a big-time director, Ian Lee’s fanbase is still quite substantial.

Unlike actors, as a director, his fans are mainly focused on his directing ability.

After all, he’s hardly ever produced a bad film, so overall they are fairly rational about casting decisions.

[There’s nothing to argue about. Just trust Director Lawson, the quality of his films is guaranteed.]

[Besides, we’ll know if it’s good once it’s made. What’s the point of debating it here?]

[Yes, agreed.]

[By the way, everyone’s talking about the casting, but my interest lies elsewhere – in the age ranking. The official listing is so cute!]

[Hahaha, indeed, even though Jensen Sterling should definitely be at the top, the official’s desperate attempt to survive is hilarious.]

These kinds of comments are more laid-back and don’t spark too much heated debate.

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But regardless of the reason, as soon as this movie was officially announced, the buzz exploded.

Director Ian Lee’s work has always been under the spotlight, and needless to say, having someone like Jensen Sterling in the cast escalates that.

Along with the controversy Mia Sutton brings.

And other famous actors in the movie.

There’s no doubt the data... blew up!

Ian Lee didn’t look at his own social media but instead opened up the discussion about Mia Sutton.

Seeing the news online and some people’s comments, his brow furrowed.

He’s been making films for so many years, going from complete obscurity to where he is now, controversies have existed around him too.

In the entertainment industry, no matter how well you do, there will always be haters, people who dislike you for no reason, without rhyme or reason.

Some are like madmen, attacking anyone they encounter.

Wielding the anonymity of the internet, doing whatever they please, some malice and comments you might never encounter in real life but are shocking online.

Ian Lee looked at these comments, stayed silent for a long time. He knew that choosing Mia Sutton as the female lead would certainly lead to some controversy, which was unavoidable, but he still chose her.

Because in his eyes, it’s only about suitability, not seniority.

Some people can act their whole lives and never reach the pinnacle, while others might have never acted but can portray a character exceptionally well.

Many directors use newcomers, it’s no big deal. The only difference is that Ian Lee’s reputation in the industry is so huge, so people’s attitudes towards this matter are naturally different.

The production hasn’t started filming yet; it’s just in pre-production prep. Mia Sutton, having just finished her vocal training, was standing aside chatting with the opera instructor.

The instructor smiled and asked, "Have you studied before? This foundation must have taken many years to build."

Mia Sutton nodded, "Yes, I studied for a while, haven’t practiced for several years recently, so I’m a bit rusty."

Opera instructor: "No problem, you have the foundation, and you sing very well. No wonder Ian Lee was adamant about casting you. With this foundation, there aren’t many suitable ones in the industry."

Mia Sutton smiled with her eyes.

After a few more exchanges, Mia went to find her small stool, sat down, and took out her phone to scroll through it.

The official account announced the movie, and after she reposted it, she put her phone down and didn’t follow it closely.

Now that she had some free time, she opened it to take a look.

Ian Lee watched as Mia Sutton’s fingers gently scrolled over her screen, and the smile on her face gradually faded.

It wasn’t that she looked terrible, but compared to her previous bright smile, her expression was now too subdued.

When she’s on set, Mia mostly smiles sweetly and cheerfully at everyone, but now that smile was gone.

Ian Lee paused and then walked over.

"Reading the comments section?"

Mia Sutton was browsing the comments under the social media post, slightly pursing her lips, when she heard this voice.

She looked up and saw Ian Lee standing beside her.

She stood up and nodded gently, "Yes, just opened it and took a look."

Ian Lee: "Don’t pay too much attention to online comments. It’s a big no-no to let online voices affect your performance during filming. Best to stay offline for a bit."

Mia Sutton knew this, but these comments weren’t enough to affect her acting; they did, however, dampen her mood.

No one can see themselves being criticized and remain cheerful.

Mia Sutton nodded, indicating she understood.