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#432 – Kevin Spacey: Power, Controversy, Betrayal, Truth & Love in Film and Life

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Balancing the Art of Acting: Dramatization vs. Seduction

Actors have seen shifts in acting styles over the years, from the fast-paced comedic deliveries of the 30s, 40s, and 50s to a focus on naturalness and stripping away acting 'bullshit' in the late 50s and 60s. Directors like David Fincher and Sam Mendoza aim for actors to be as natural as possible while maintaining pace, timing, movement, and clarity to engage audiences. The distinction between the dramatization of a text and the seduction of an audience is highlighted by Fincher, with dramatization focusing on the portrayal of the text and seduction on captivating the audience. Achieving both aspects requires the actor to balance between entertaining, winning over the audience, and delivering a compelling performance.

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