Film acting would be about 80 percent better than it has…
“Film acting would be about 80 percent better than it has been lately if actors did their homework, if they didn't have egos that took the size of their talent for granted.”
About This Quote
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Actors who study their roles and set aside ego improve performance dramatically.
In simple terms: Preparation and humility boost acting.
Study the role, humble your ego.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- rehearsals
- character workshops
- directed scenes
- film sets
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does ego affect creative teamwork?
- What practices keep ego in check?
Ego can still hinder collaboration.