Intelligence Squared Jude Law: On Typecasts, Character Acting, and London Theatre
Mar 27, 2023
Jude Law, an Academy Award-nominated actor, shares insights from his eclectic career, from Shakespearean roles to playing the Pope. He reminisces about skipping school to indulge his cinematic passions in London, and how formative experiences shaped his acting journey. Law discusses the challenges of navigating fame, the importance of authenticity, and how parenthood informs his craft. He also reflects on addressing humanitarian issues, drawing connections between his experiences in refugee camps and broader societal challenges.
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Skipping School for Cinema
- Jude Law frequently skipped school in his teens to watch films in London's Leicester Square.
- He prioritized seeing art house films and cult classics like Diva, Moe Better Blues, and Down by Law.
Acting Inspirations
- As a young aspiring actor, Jude Law admired Gary Oldman, Tim Roth, and Daniel Day-Lewis.
- He appreciated their range, edgy quality, and the fact that Oldman and Roth also came from South East London.
Chaplin's Influence
- Jude Law's father showed Charlie Chaplin films at his birthday parties.
- Later, he became fascinated by Chaplin's physical comedy, pantomime, and multifaceted role as writer, director, and composer.
