While some people consider method acting extra, I think it can be a great way to step into a character's shoes. Life is all about experiences, yet one life is too short to have them all (that’s why we like movies, you know). Imagining what it is like for somebody and living their truth are two completely different things. So, someday, when I’m directing a film, I’ll be game if my actors prefer method acting over the “go with the flow” approach.But let me warn all the aspiring actors right here that method acting is extremely demanding—mentally, emotionally, and physically. Like Austin Butler once told The Hollywood Reporter while talking about his preparation for Elvis, “You can lose touch with who you actually are, and I definitely had that when I finished Elvis—not knowing who I was.”That said, I strongly believe that some roles need to be lived in before an actor can embody the character or add their two cents creatively. So, if you are mentally and physically resilient, I’d say go for it, because it’s a method trusted by the stalwarts.If you need that nudge and inspiration, read on: in this article, we’ve listed the most iconic characters brought to life by method acting.9 Most Iconic Method Acting Performances That Were Especially Intense These roles spread the actors a bit too thin, but proved to be milestone performances in their careers.1. Robert De Niro, Taxi Driver (1976) Robert De Niro is a big proponent of method acting and...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Tuesday, 2 December