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When actors are being defensive and defending their position, that is when you get less than good acting
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"When actors are being defensive and defending their position, that is when you get less than good acting"

- John Boorman

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This quote by John Boorman talks to the relevance of a star's emotional state when doing. When an actor is really feeling defensive, they are more probable to be closed off and much less most likely to be available to the imaginative procedure. This can lead to a less than satisfactory efficiency, as the star is not able to completely commit to the character and the story. It is very important for an actor to feel safe as well as safe and secure in order to be able to provide their best performance. When an actor is feeling defensive, they are more probable to be guarded as well as much less likely to take dangers. This can lead to a performance that is lacking in emotion and deepness. It is important for an actor to be able to trust their supervisor and also the creative team in order to be able to give their finest performance. When an actor is really feeling protective, they are much less most likely to be able to fully commit to the personality and the story, causing a much less than sufficient performance.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by John Boorman somewhere between January 18, 1933 and today. He/she was a famous Director from United Kingdom. The author also have 7 other quotes.

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