Character Quote by Richard Gere
“In the process of developing a character, you do, in fact, start to take him on as a personality. It's part of my job.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1995 interview with The New York Times, 1995
Developing a character means adopting their personality as part of your craft, blending actor and role.
In simple terms: You adopt the character’s personality while acting.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the role fully.
Themes
acting
character development
craft
Mood
introspective
focused
Type
professional
educational
When to use this quote
- theatre rehearsals
- film casting
- character workshops
- role immersion
Key Concepts
method acting
identity
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you keep personal identity separate?
- When does immersion become harmful?
A Different Perspective
The actor may lose personal boundaries, risking identity confusion.
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