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What does it mean?
Great acting appears effortless to the audience.
In plain terms
When acting is good, it looks real.
What can you take from it?
Practice until it looks easy.

Where it applies

  • performances
  • critique
  • appreciation

Putting it to work

  • watch subtle performances
  • study technique

Questions to consider

  • What does great work look like?
  • How do you recognize skill?

Another view

Effortlessness can mask hard work and preparation.

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