Charlie Hunnam also talks about about his desire to take a greater role in the storytelling process and writing his own miniseries.
Browsing: Actors on Acting
Hilary Swank describes what she enjoyed most about working on Netflix’s Away and why she prefers to portray flawed characters.
Julia Garner reveals why preparation is so important to her and how she uses body language in her portrayal of Ruth.
Millie Bobby Brown points out that the restrictive women’s fashion of the 19th century made fight scenes challenging in Enola Holmes.
Mark Ruffalo also reflects on his experience at the Stella Adler Conservatory and how it prepared him for his blockbuster career.
Kevin Bacon reveals says that after a few poor decisions early in his career, he’s happy with the roles he gets offered now.
Nicole Kidman reflects on her career and speaks about how she took it into her own hands when she faced roadblocks.
Evan Rachel Wood explains how acting helps her clear her mind… which is often difficult for her!
For all the likable characters Gillian Jacobs has portrayed, she admits it’s “fun challenge” to portray a character that isn’t so likeable.
Actor Sarah Paulson remarks that she actually did not do much specific research to portray the iconic character, Nurse Ratched.
Joaquin Phoenix said he would hate to miss out on a great take because it was done during rehearsal and not when cameras were rolling.
Jason Bateman points out that that some scenes give him performance anxiety like when he used to audition for roles.
Actor Jason Scott Lee explains that it took a meeting with Mulan director Niki Caro in New Zealand before he was finally cast.
Darren Criss recalled what he thought was going to be a huge moment for his career, but instead turned out to be far less of a success.
Jeremy Strong speaks about his acting process and how he uses his instincts to discover the best take he can do of a scene.
Chris Rock is excited about the opportunity his role in Fargo offered him, remarking, “It is the best part I’ve ever, ever, ever had.”
David Harbour speaks about what goes into his thought process into the choices he makes for his Stranger Things character.
Kate Winslet reveals that she first thought of becoming an actress at a young age in a very uncommon place.
Eugene Levy spoke about the “persona” he adopted in his acting over the years and how grateful he feels for his Emmy recognition.
When asked what superpower he would like to have for five minutes, Joseph Gordon-Levitt answers: “Power of Empathy.”
