I've always believed that acting is instinct to start with; you either have it or you don't.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Acting talent is innate rather than learned; you either possess the instinct or you lack it.
- In plain terms
- You are born with acting talent or you are not.
- What can you take from it?
- Natural instinct is foundational to acting success.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is talent more important than training?
- Can anyone learn to act?
Another view
Acting techniques can be learned to improve performance.
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