🦎Damian Lewis incorporates animal inspiration in his acting technique.
🐆Bobby Axelrod from 'Billions' is inspired by a cheetah.
🐒Damian Lewis's initial choice of studying apes for his acting exercise was vetoed.
🐦Nicholas Elliott, a fellow actor, inspired Damian with bird-like qualities.
🪶Damian Lewis strives to integrate his animal inspirations seamlessly into his characters without appearing unnatural.
What animals does Damian Lewis study for his acting?
—Damian Lewis studied animal movement and psychology, focusing on reptiles and birds.
What animal is Bobby Axelrod from 'Billions' inspired by?
—Bobby Axelrod is inspired by a cheetah, embodying its predator traits.
Why did Damian Lewis choose a lizard as an animal inspiration?
—Damian Lewis was advised to study stillness and chose a lizard to develop his acting skills.
Who is Nicholas Elliott and how did he inspire Damian Lewis?
—Nicholas Elliott is a fellow actor who inspired Damian with his bird-like qualities and entertaining personality.
How does Damian integrate animal inspirations into his characters?
—Damian aims to seamlessly integrate animal inspirations into his characters' physicality and behavior without appearing unnatural.
00:04Damian Lewis incorporates animal inspiration into his acting technique.
01:24Damian shares how he studied lizards to develop his acting skills.
02:26Bobby Axelrod from 'Billions' is inspired by a cheetah.
02:48Nicholas Elliott, a fellow actor, inspired Damian with bird-like qualities and entertaining personality.
03:19Damian aims to seamlessly integrate animal inspirations into his characters' physicality and behavior without appearing unnatural.
