Actor Quote by Clive Standen
“It doesn't matter if a character is a lawyer, a cop or a geography teacher. If there's a story in there, where the character has a passion and a fire in his belly and story to tell, then it's enough for an actor to get excited about.”
About This Quote
An actor can be excited by any character if the role has passion and a compelling story, regardless of profession.
In simple terms: Passion drives actor interest.
Seek roles with strong emotional core.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- audition preparation
- role selection
- character analysis
- performance coaching
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a character's story compelling?
- How can you find passion in unlikely roles?
Some roles may lack depth despite passion.