When Playing Real People, It’s All About Research and Interpretation for Willem Dafoe
Willem Dafoe spoke about portraying real-life figures in many of his films and how Wes Anderson could probably convince him to play just about any role.
David Harbour Explains What He Did to Become More Comfortable When Auditioning
Actor David Harbour recognizes that trying to become a professional actor is, even at its best, a “humiliating” process.
From Musician to Actor: ‘Never Rarely Sometimes Always’ Star Sidney Flanigan on Her Film Debut
Newcomer Sidney Flanigan opened up about making her acting debut in the film, Never Rarely Sometimes Always, with such an emotionally intense role.
Kristen Bell Was Told She Wasn’t “Pretty” or “Quirky” Enough to Be an Actor
When starting out, Kristen Bell was more criticized for what she wasn’t as opposed to being criticized for what she is as an actor.
Jesse Eisenberg on How He Prepared for the Role of Marcel Marceau in ‘Resistance’
Jesse Eisenberg spoke about the difficulties of portraying Marcel Marceau in Resistance, a person best known for his skills as a mime.
Tyler Labine on ‘New Amsterdam’ and Why He Thought They Were Going to Write Him “Out of the Show”
Tyler Labine understood that despite his extensive comedic background, New Amsterdam wasn’t looking for comic relief when he auditioned for the part.
The Invisible Man’s Elisabeth Moss on Acting Opposite an Unseen Villain and What She’s Learned From Her TV Success
Though Elisabeth Moss acted opposite an invisible antagonist, she points out that it was not uniquely challenging because all acting requires imagination.
The Walking Dead’s Danai Gurira on What She Learned From Michonne and Becoming One With Her Sword
Danai Gurira on what she learned from portraying Michonne as well as the interesting way she trained with the character’s trademark sword.
Watch: SAG Conversations with Lee Pace
Lee Pace spoke extensively about his career in film, television, and on the stage and his education as an actor.
What Kinds of Things Does Guy Pearce Look For So He Can Make a Character “Feel Real”?
Guy Pearce on the importance of finding a character’s depth when considering how to perform as the character.
‘The Outsider’ Star Ben Mendelsohn on Why It’s “Helpful to Experience Humans” as an Actor
Ben Mendelsohn, who plays the role of a detective who is seemingly facing a supernatural culprit. says that portraying the character was a “gift.”
When Did ‘To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before’ Star Noah Centineo Find Out He Wanted to Become an Actor?
Noah Centineo explains that it was the feeling he got from appearing in front of an audience that led him to pursuing acting.
‘Hunters’ Star Josh Radnor on How His Wardrobe Helped Him Find His Character
Josh Radnor spoke about how costuming can aid an actor into portraying a particular character, particularly in a show that is a period piece like Hunters.
Darren Criss on Starring in Broadway’s ‘American Buffalo’
Darren Criss reveals that it was actually an eight-year journey for him to appear in American Buffalo and why he is looking forward to returning to Broadway
Watch: SAG Conversations with Lesley Manville
Lesley Manville details her vast experience on both stage and screen as a powerful performer.
Watch: SAG Conversations with Rachel Weisz
Rachel Weisz spoke about her career at length, including her roles on both screen and stage.
Edie Falco on What She Does to Prepare for a Role
Edie Falco discusses how she prepares for a role and how sometimes the process takes you to unexpected places… quite literally!
Bill Nighy on Watching Himself on Screen and Not Falling into the Period Drama Trap
Bill Nighy reflects on something he still has a lot of trouble doing even in a career that has spanned six decades: watching himself perform on screen.
Ed Harris on Building a Character and His Take on Becoming an Actor
Ed Harris spoke about the importance of getting out of one’s comfort zone when performing and the difference between wanting to be an actor and a star
Edward Norton Reflects on the Audition for His Breakthrough Role in ‘Primal Fear’
Edward Norton revealed that his breakthrough role in the 1996 film Primal Fear came about from reaching out to Casting Director Deborah Aquila via a fax.