⚡️Ashton Kutcher adopted a fruitarian diet to prepare for the role of Steve Jobs, which resulted in hospitalization.
🦇Rooney Mara underwent a drastic physical transformation for the role of Lisbeth Salander in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.
🎭Dustin Hoffman's method acting on the set of Kramer vs. Kramer caused tension with Meryl Streep.
🔪Jamie Dornan stalked someone on a train to research his role in The Fall.
🐙Choi Min-sik ate a live octopus for a scene in Oldboy, despite being a vegetarian.
What is method acting?
—Method acting is a technique in which actors draw on their own emotions and experiences to portray a character realistically.
Why do actors use method acting?
—Actors use method acting to fully immerse themselves in a character and deliver a more authentic performance.
What are the risks of method acting?
—The risks of method acting include physical and psychological harm, as well as strained relationships with other cast members.
Did any of these extreme method acting efforts pay off?
—While some actors received critical acclaim for their performances, others faced criticism for their extreme methods.
How do actors prepare for roles without resorting to extreme methods?
—Actors can prepare for roles through research, studying the character's background, and working with acting coaches.
00:00The video introduces the topic of method acting and the extreme lengths some actors go to prepare for their roles.
02:32Ashton Kutcher's extreme diet for the role of Steve Jobs resulted in hospitalization and health issues.
05:28Rooney Mara underwent a drastic physical transformation for the role of Lisbeth Salander in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.
08:44Dustin Hoffman's method acting on the set of Kramer vs. Kramer caused tension with Meryl Streep.
09:23Jamie Dornan's research for The Fall involved stalking someone on a train.
11:55Jared Leto's disturbing gifts and odd behavior on the set of Suicide Squad.
