Kazan is a performer's director, the best director I ever worked with... Most actors don't get any help from directors. Emotional help, if you're playing an emotional part. Kazan is the only one I know who really gives you help.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The director Kazan provided unique emotional support to actors, unlike most others who offer little help.
- In plain terms
- Kazan helped actors emotionally more than other directors do.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek directors who provide emotional support during performance.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you prefer to receive direction?
- What makes a director helpful?
Another view
Not all actors need emotional help from directors to succeed.
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