Daniel Day-Lewis defends the Method and attacks those who criticize it

Daniel Day-Lewis defends the Method and attacks those who criticize it



A gaming method that has been criticized for several years

When we talk about Method (or Method Acting in English), we immediately think of actors like Robert De Niro, Marlon Brando and Daniel Day-Lewis. This practice, deriving from the Stanislavski System, pushes the actor to immerse yourself 100% in a characterwithout ever leaving him. Not even between one take and another.

Therefore, overflows can occur. This is specifically what Jared Leto was widely criticized for during filming Suicide squad while playing the Joker. Consequently, the Method is often the target of criticism for the sometimes extreme behavior it causes. Thus, Margot Robbie complained about Jared Leto’s strange “gifts”: a mouse, a dead pig or gun bullets sent to Will Smith. No wonder many criticize the much-maligned Method. Except that the great Daniel Day-Lewis doesn’t like this.

Criticism coming from people who “don’t understand much,” according to Daniel Day-Lewis

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During an exchange with a group of spectators at the London Film Festival, Daniel Day Lewis was questioned about his preparation process. It is known that the actor of There will be blood he is a follower of the Method. It was completely natural that he wanted to clarify this practice.

“In recent years, all the comments on the Method invariably come from people who understand little or nothing about it. One would almost say it is a specious science, even a sect. But it is just a way to free oneself, to give free rein to one’s spontaneity, in front of the camera with colleagues, and to react as one sees fit.”, defends the actor.

Often accused of unhealthy OR ridiculousthe Method offers a wider playing field according to the main stakeholder: “ In fact, if you’ve done your job, you should be free to accept whatever comes your way. »

The Method was very useful for Daniel Day-Lewis, considered one of the greatest actors today. This practice above all allowed him to win three Oscars for best actor during his career. Daniel Day-Lewis is currently being talked about for his performance in the film Anemonedirected by his son Ronan. Its release date is scheduled for March 4, 2026 In France.

Source: Cine Serie

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