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Josh Brolin's Acting Origin
- Josh Brolin never wanted to be an actor as a child due to seeing his father's unstable acting career and financial fluctuations.
- His strong interest in human behavior led him to improv and eventually acting, starting from a high school class.
No Country Audition Story
- Josh Brolin's audition for No Country for Old Men was informal, filmed by friends Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino.
- The Coen brothers praised the lighting, not the performance, initially showing their unique filmmaking approach.
Integrity Transformed Career
- Working with the Coen brothers marked a positive change for Brolin, as he experienced less ego and more artistic integrity on set.
- That experience made him selective, prioritizing projects with integrity and talented crews over fame or money.