Actors Quote by Boris Kodjoe
“Some of the best actors in the world are very exterior actors, Anthony Hopkins being one of them. He knows exactly how to turn his face to get a certain expression. He knows exactly what to do with eyes, and with his voice. It's very exterior.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, 2010
Some actors excel at external performance, mastering facial and vocal cues to convey emotion.
In simple terms: Actors can act like masks.
Key Takeaway
Study external techniques for expressive acting.
Themes
acting
technique
appearance
Mood
analytical
observational
Type
performance
educational
When to use this quote
- theatre
- film acting
- acting workshops
Key Concepts
method acting
physicality
expression
Questions to Reflect On
- When should an actor rely on external tricks?
- How do external cues shape audience perception?
A Different Perspective
May neglect internal emotional truth.
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