The old acting adage of “What’s my motivation?” is not a question that has a simple answer. A character’s motivation is actually made up of a few different parts. Once they’re defined, the actor is free to really make their role and the script come alive. Author Kelley Slagle discusses how to help an actor find their motivation.
- The old acting adage of, "what's my motivation."…Is not a question that you ask…that has one simple answer.…A character's motivation…is actually made up of a couple different parts.…Once these parts are defined,…the actor is free to really make their role…in the script come alive.…The first part of motivation…is the actor's objective.…This is their goal.…What does their character ultimately want…or need from the other character in the scene?…Or in general?…Having objective…removes all self-consciousness from the actor…because it gives them something to concentrate on.…
Without motivation or an objective,…people's performances come off as one dimensional…and they're just reciting their lines…and going through the script without any purpose…whatsoever.…That said, you want actors to only play one objective…for a character per scene.…You don't want to make things too complicated…because it won't come across clearly.…Simple objectives are always easier…than a complicated one.…And we'll go into more of that soon.…What the actor does to achieve their objective…
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8/28/2017- Casting and auditioning actors
- Breaking down scripts and characters
- Rehearsal
- Directing actors
- Working with non-actors
- Special scenarios
Skill Level Intermediate
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Introduction
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Welcome2m 55s
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1. Casting and Auditioning
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Starting the casting process2m 53s
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Casting children1m 59s
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Casting union actors2m 49s
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Casting resources2m 57s
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Audition techniques and tips2m 53s
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2. The Importance of Preparation
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Knowing what you want1m 40s
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Breaking down your scripts1m 47s
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3. Communication
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4. Directing Techniques
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Subtext1m 22s
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5. Directing and Communication
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Collaboration verses control1m 46s
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Directing techniques2m 48s
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6. On Set
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Preparing to shoot1m 25s
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During the shoot1m 52s
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Giving feedback1m 25s
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7. Working with Non-Actors
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Engaging your talent2m 51s
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On set tips and tricks2m 21s
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Giving feedback1m 27s
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8. Special Scenarios
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Working with special effects2m 26s
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Documentary interviews3m 25s
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Sensitive subjects1m 28s
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Working with children4m 2s
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Directing B-roll talent1m 16s
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Conclusion
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Further resources1m 32s
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