'Jude's uniqueness is that he has the talent of a character actor and the looks of a leading man.' - John Avnet (People magazine, November 24, 2004)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A director notes the actor combines the skills of a character actor with the appearance of a leading man.
- In plain terms
- He has the talent of a supporting actor and the looks of a star.
- What can you take from it?
- Combining talent and looks can create a unique career path.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What matters more in acting?
- How do you define a leading man?
Another view
Appearance alone does not ensure long-term acting success.
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