Character Quote by Mercedes Ruehl
“I find that once you find the sound and voice of this character you're playing, everything else follows. It comes right out of the fingertips eventually - the physicality, the gestures, the walk - for me.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 2001
Finding a character’s voice leads to natural performance.
In simple terms: Discover character voice for authentic acting.
Key Takeaway
Seek the character’s inner voice first.
Themes
acting technique
character development
creativity
Mood
inspirational
practical
Type
advice
craft
When to use this quote
- rehearsal exercises
- voice work
- improvisation
Key Concepts
embodiment
intuition
physicality
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you uncover a character’s voice?
- What exercises help embody a role?
A Different Perspective
Finding voice can be challenging for new roles.
