All articles tagged with #acting
Ariana Grande defends her acting career, especially her role as Glinda in 'Wicked,' emphasizing her dedication and the emotional depth required. She discusses the differences between music and acting, her recent award nominations, and her love for the craft, while also addressing the skepticism she has faced and her future projects.
Jennifer Lawrence prefers filming sex scenes with strangers rather than friends or colleagues, finds acting still embarrassing, and has taken interpretive dance lessons to ease nerves. She also avoids watching her own films and credits director David O. Russell for teaching her about acting.
Michael B. Jordan revealed he needed therapy after immersing himself in the role of Erik Killmonger in Black Panther, as the intense experience left a lasting impact on him, highlighting the emotional toll of fully embodying a complex villain.
Paterson Joseph, a British actor and writer, reflects on his childhood, career, and the pivotal moment when Tilda Swinton's question inspired him to pursue storytelling about Black British history, leading to his successful debut novel and other creative works.
Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor discuss their roles in The History of Sound, their approach to acting, the emotional toll of their craft, and their plans to balance career and personal life, emphasizing the importance of rationing their work to maintain their well-being and passion.
Jamie Lee Curtis is grateful her mother, Janet Leigh, prevented her from auditioning for 'The Exorcist' at age 12, protecting her childhood from early fame and trauma. Curtis later became a horror icon herself, debuting in 'Halloween' at age 19.
An 11-year-old girl named Lily, who worked on the film Wicked: For Good at Elstree Studios, described filming with Ariana Grande as a dream come true. She performed a song with Grande, appeared in the film's trailer, and hopes her scene will be included in the extended edition. Lily is pursuing acting further, supported by her actor father, and has upcoming roles in pantomimes, a horror film, and a video game. She enjoyed meeting Grande and appreciated the experience despite early mornings.
Wally, a Golden Retriever, humorously pretends to be sad and guilt-trips his owners into sharing dinner, showcasing his dramatic and expressive personality, which has earned him viral fame and internet sympathy.
Oscar Isaac and Teyana Taylor discuss their roles in 'Frankenstein' and 'One Battle After Another,' highlighting their approach to complex characters, the importance of emotional authenticity, and their creative processes, including improvisation and layering of emotions, while sharing insights into their careers and preparation methods.
Florence Pugh revealed that filming 'Midsommar' caused her to experience six months of depression due to emotional exhaustion and self-inflicted mental strain, highlighting the intense emotional demands of her role and her decision to avoid such extreme methods in future performances.
Taylor Momsen praised Jim Carrey for his serious craft and protective nature during their time filming 'The Grinch,' expressing admiration 25 years after their collaboration, and sharing her own journey from acting to music.
Sydney Sweeney delivers a transformative and compelling performance as boxer Christy Martin in the film 'Christy,' showcasing her physical and emotional range, which could earn her an Oscar nomination, while the film explores complex themes of gender, sexuality, and abuse.
Meghan Markle is returning to acting with a cameo in the Amazon film 'Close Personal Friends,' a comedy featuring Lily Collins and Brie Larson, marking her first acting role in over seven years since her time on 'Suits.'
Sarah Snook chose her new series 'All Her Fault' after her success with 'Succession' to explore a different role, playing a warm mother in a mystery series, and to avoid comparison with her previous iconic character Shiv Roy.
Kim Kardashian, currently studying law and playing a lawyer on Disney+'s 'All's Fair,' clarifies she has no plans to practice divorce law, expressing more interest in criminal justice and reform. She has also ventured into acting, receiving positive reviews for her role in 'American Horror Story' and now stars in the legal drama 'All's Fair,' which features an all-female cast and is inspired by her personal experiences with family and divorce.