Actor Quote by Holly Hunter
“As an actor, I always like some tension, some distance, between me and the character I'm playing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Hollywood Talk, 2005
An actor seeks tension and distance from a character to maintain artistic objectivity.
In simple terms: Actors keep distance for creative balance.
Maintain healthy distance to enhance performance.
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When to use this quote
- theatre rehearsals
- film sets
- workshop exercises
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does tension improve an actor’s portrayal?
- When is distance counterproductive?
Too much distance can hinder emotional truth.