Unpacking Manipulation and Authenticity

This chapter explores the complexity of manipulation within confidence games, focusing on character interactions that reveal trust exploitation. It highlights the nuances of acting, particularly in portraying con artists, and the importance of genuine emotional connections in both scripted and real-life scenarios. Additionally, the speakers share anecdotes from behind-the-scenes experiences, including the challenges and craft involved in filming emotionally charged scenes with guest stars and stunt coordination.

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