STEVE COULTER: Finding the Fun

Dec 17, 2024

In a lively chat, Steve Coulter, an award-winning actor and writer known for his work in Oppenheimer and Yellowstone, shares his journey from acting to writing. He emphasizes the importance of networking and creating your own opportunities, especially in the fiercely competitive entertainment industry. Steve recounts humorous audition misadventures and reflects on finding authenticity in performances, especially in horror. Through personal anecdotes, he highlights the joy of artistic expression and the transformative power of connecting personal experiences to characters.

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ANECDOTE

Career Pivot

Steve Coulter's career pivoted after he wrote and directed The Etiquette Man.
This short film's success gave him confidence and opened doors to writing for Tyler Perry's shows.

INSIGHT

Improved Acting Through Writing

Writing and directing taught Coulter about storytelling, conflict, and audience engagement.
This broadened his perspective and improved his acting by focusing on the core of scenes.

ADVICE

Have Fun and Be Kind

Coulter advises actors to have fun and enjoy the pretend aspect of acting.
He emphasizes doing more than asked and being kind as valuable practices.

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Alyshia chats with Steve Coulter, an award-winning actor, writer, and director, about his fascinating journey in the entertainment industry. From writing and directing the Sundance Channel-selected The Etiquette Man to supervising over 100 episodes of Tyler Perry’s House of Payne and Meet the Browns, Steve shares how his creative pivot from acting to writing shaped his career. They explore his experiences working on iconic projects like Brockmire and Oppenheimer, while diving into the evolution of the acting industry and the importance of confidence, authenticity, and learning from mistakes. Packed with personal stories and practical advice, this episode highlights embracing the joy of acting and bringing yourself to the material.

These are the unforgettable stories that landed Steve Coutler right here.

GUEST LINKS:

IMDB: Steve Coulter, Actor, Writer, Director

Credits:

Oppenheimer
Yellowstone
The Conjuring
Anchorman 2
House of Cards
Atlanta
The Walking Dead
She-Hulk
Leverage: Redemption
Suits
Insidious
Watchmen
The Purge
Brockmire
Shotgun Wedding
Wizard of Lies
Annabelle Comes Home
The Founder

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