How to Act Realistically

[@fuzzypanda1684]

Act by not acting, so simple yet so effective.

[@Ravensdrum]

Someone once asked James Dean how he “acted” like he was smoking a cigarette. He said “smoke the cigarette.”

[@anoli4968]

That’s not acting tho!

[@73Tisha]

But that's Method acting, I believe. Right?

[@robbiepirc]

Dennis Hopper asked him in Rebel..

[@Keviekev115]

@@73Tishayeah but it’s an object so your not “acting” other situations like a conversation mean you have to “fake” the conversation or intention. But like “ shooting a basketball” or smoking a cigarette is an actual action.

[@태이씨]

The Stanislavsky method, super basic: 1. Who is the character? 2. What does the character want? 3. What does the character do to achieve the goal? These are 3 basic questions every actor should ask themself at the beginning

[@skylerblue729]

i overthink it too much i get self conscious

[@Keviekev115]

@@skylerblue729practice until it becomes you

[@BreakingTheGlassMix]

I own a modeling agency and I tell my models to become actors, I love what you are doing and I am going to share your videos with all our clients, Great insight !!!

[@robertrock2000]

*I am a new voice actor* with a burning desire *to take my skill to the next level*. My question is: How do I act in a more realistically *resonant and compelling* way when reading -- that is, in a situation where the script isn't memorized? By the way, I really appreciated this video, it was insightful and informative. While my voice acting realism with memorized scripts is relatively good, there is a problem: *This acting realism does not happen to the same degree when I'm actually reading the script out loud*. It happens when I'm beginning to memorize or have memorized the script. These two modes of acting (memorized versus reading) feel very different in my mind. In fact, I find that when *I've realistically acted a memorized script, and I then try to act it while reading the result is not as good as if I'm not reading. *I've noticed that after I've analyzed the script and eventually memorized it* the more I let go and imaginatively live the story *without reading*, (living the character and feeling his intentions as he interacts with other character(s)), I find that I'm even beginning to feel the characters' sensations bodily (breathing, tension or relaxation etc...) which really helps me act with realistic vocal variations (in my pace, pitch, power, and emotional tone etc...). However, I find it very difficult to achieve the same level of acting while I'm reading the script out loud. So again my question is: How do I act in a realistically resonant way when reading or when the script isn't memorized? My challenge seems to be (and I could be wrong): I have difficulty being fully immersed in or connected to "the theater of my mind" (as I've heard voice actors call it) as I read. As I said, I'm a new voice actor with a burning desire to take my skill to *the next level*, and I would deeply appreciate any feedback you can give. Thanks

[@wadyahrh6107]

I share the same desire as u and im learning dubbing which is super fun ..could you please share the answer to ur question? If there is any? Plus, do u recommend a youtube channel to study voice acting more?

[@qodaeus]

Thank you for making these videos, Cody!

[@Studio24inc]

Thank you for the support! Stay tuned for more helpful videos like this, they'll be dropping soon!

[@SkilLeoChannel]

Very useful video! This and the crying on cue were awesome content. Do you guys need an editor for this KZbin channel?

[@dvine3488]

We tend to exaggerate some actions,but we can do it realistically how we do on our daily basis,but what if the charecter is doing something we don't do in our lives and know how much acting is realistic?...like example,he is having a panic attack,he is fearing for his life,he is nearly dying?

[@EricHowl]

Do something scary like wear no shoes bring a tarantula stand on a cliff

[@boingboingwee1417]

Hmm, I’d say for traumatic experiences for the character, you’d have to at least experience a panic attack or very serious anxiousness in order to play that part well. It might also help to become that character? Think, and do actions that would seem like what the character would do. Eg, if the character was a very timid person and was faced with death by monster, they might tremble and cover their mouths in order to not make a noise. If they were threatened by a gun and the character was a very brave and “gangster” like person that was experienced with that type of stuff then they might still up, put their hands up, and ask what the other person wants. They were hot headed and strong, they might fight back

[@kevincox9279]

What you’re talking about is impediment work. A good way to build this skill is to practicing with recreating a specific pain. For example: everybody has had to deal with a headache so you could practice with revere sting those symptoms. And be super specific about the symptoms a migraine headache is different from a heading headache that came from reading without your glasses. Anyway, start with simple things and then you can play around with creating the behavior while your doing the dishes or buying groceries and then start working with text and incorporate the behavior . One person committed that probably need to actually experience a panic attack to recreate it .... No. All you need is specific details, imagination and practice.

[@loveshawn1k244]

I love the way you teach & break down what you mean

[@rishik6479]

It is my dream to become a successful actor one day. I have found your channel recently and I really hope your videos will make my dream a reality.

[@Studio24inc]

We release videos every Tuesday. So keep an eye out! Thanks for watching!

[@rishik6479]

@@Studio24inc I have neither experience in acting nor going for any acting classes. Your videos would be enough to learn it, isn't it?

[@Studio24inc]

@@rishik6479 Hi there! We think an ongoing class is of the utmost importance in training to become a professional actor, but hopefully these videos can provide some insight and knowledge to get you closer to your goals!

[@rishik6479]

@@Studio24inc Okay, Thank you!

[@regulargorgeous]

Dig these videos. Excellent dive into the work!

[@Studio24inc]

Glad to hear it!

[@wadyahrh6107]

Please I need an answer...do famous actors needed networking to get parts? And how to develop networkig skill?

[@emmasale4667]

could you cover how to do a cold read?? i’ve always struggled with cold reads, how to keep up with where the scene is, how to read from the script and sound realistic and not get lost in the anxiety?

[@Studio24inc]

We do have a video on cold reads. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJ6wan6of86ib6s

[@ChadMcMillan]

These vids are great, glad I've found them.. 🤙🏼🔥

[@DylanNabeth2]

You need to ask yourself three questions: 1. What is your character literally doing 2. What's your character's essential action (essentially their objective) 3. It's As If I Am.... (Magic If)

[@tangoto1209]

I'm not an actor, nor do I ever plan to do anything that requires acting, other than maybe customer service jobs if I rilly have to, I just want to know

[@thekevinosullivan]

Well put. Very clear explanation. I appreciate this video.

[@Studio24inc]

Glad it was helpful!

[@TP_Gillz]

Trying to get into acting at 34, and being broke, is just about as close to impossible as something can be. I have no idea if I will ever get there. Honestly don't even know the best way to try.

[@TP_Gillz]

Trying to find a day job in NYC that can pay for living is hard enough!

[@alenanela1743]

To try and fail will be better than to not try and regret. It is important to have a stable job of course, but please take a shot at acting! If it is your dream, go for it :)

[@TP_Gillz]

@@alenanela1743 Ya. It's just way easy to say it and dream it than it is to do it. An not for the lack of trying or hard work.. Maybe suddenly being able to save my money or coming across a windfall of some kind that can provide the initial investment needed to reach for that dream. Luck has eluded me for the most part, perhaps I'll be due a little.. There are some amazing classes in NYC I would cut toes off to attend. Need to get their first, but any magic eight ball I shake is reading back.. looks doubtful. I might be able to eventually afford to drive to NY and attend classes on weekends and pay for all the audition sites, and self film tapes at home in hopes of an opportunity. That is, of course, assuming I end up having any talent at all in the art of acting, which I will never know, unless I get in that classroom and try! Sorry for the long reply, just thinking out loud. Thanks for the advise. I've been saying that same thing to myself for years.

[@Mr.Honest247]

I’m 36 and I’m still going for it full throttle!!! Never surrender!!! Stay strong and believe in yourself!!!

[@verbinneny]

great video! Great lesson! Very inspiring and helpful!!!

[@Studio24inc]

Thanks so much!

[@keenanvigne]

Great advice 👌🏾

[@andrerodrigues9068]

Im from Perth and was thinking of moving to LA to pursue my acting. What do you think?

[@tunnelvision2286]

How do i join the team

[@Ms.HeartMoss]

Thanks so much this helped

[@Studio24inc]

Glad it helped!

[@FrizzyDrawsThings]

I just made the like count on this 800. I feel complete.

[@Sonu-wz7bt]

Thank you sir m from india It's very helpful for me

[@joanie.sauriol]

I had a hard time with this. I remember, there was this one commercial shoot I did. They asked me to act "surprised". It was that kind of shoot where they were giving me what they wanted to see once the shot was set-up, you know. So, the camera was inches from my face and all of the sudden I needed to be surprised. For some reason I just, couldn't. I couldn't bring myself to "be" surprised. I had never felt a wall like that, not even with crying on cue.

[@Studio24inc]

They gave you a "result" direction, which isn't necessarily an easy thing to play. Perhaps a better direction would have been, "imagine that you just found out you won 20 million dollars" or "You just heard your name read as the winner of the academy award". This would have supported a "surprised" reaction from you because it was a playable direction. Next time you get a "result" direction, turn it into something playable.

[@Orchid_cchild]

Thank you

[@cecilia_henry]

The sipping from an empty cup is always so obvious it hurts

[@Mr.Honest247]

Would it work if I’m able to use my imagination to imagine myself realistically loving something I don’t love or it must be something I genuinely love?? Would it come off as fake if I imagine myself loving football if I didn’t love it??

[@User_3450o2]

I really wanna act..my dad got me classes but I always get nervous to act in front of other people because of what they will think..I know this is a problem because you can’t really become an actress if u can’t do it in front of people right? 😕

[@Studio24inc]

Hi Alysa, most actors are nervous and self conscious, especially at the beginning of their training. Over time you become more comfortable and confident.

[@ShankyGirl.]

I really want to be an actor😊💖

[@dumbsheep1134]

I want to be in musical theatre (maybe get to Broadway someday) and idk how to act without acting. The professionals seem so natural but in character at the same time. This is really useful!

[@Harry.O]

Great video

[@Studio24inc]

Appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@christianstone8999]

Does "Acting for the camera" or "Face acting" also require to act realistically?

[@EricHowl]

Fire

[@israelmendoza7599]

I should've tried acting when I as in my teens and early 20s, I'm 33 a little too old, I feel like I'm pretty good at this

[@Studio24inc]

You're not too old. Go for it!

[@sixthsensestudio4675]

How to learn to cry without acting???

[@hannahlynn1706]

sorry i’m extremely late but most people who cry on cue aren’t acting. i do a certain breathing pattern and don’t blink. hope this helps!!

[@asmaamohamedsalman7191]

❤❤

[@tangoto1209]

this makes acting seem extremely emotionally taxing. When does a lie become the truth? When does the truth become a lie?

[@bnuggg]

This guy must have been a student of Jason Alexander

[@parris.m]

I'm sorry, you must get this all the time but you are a dead ringer for Will Arnett

[@computerjantje]

no no no you cannot mix looking into the camera and looking at a third person next to the camera. It is the uncanny mistake usually only made by lazy youtubers who do not learn all the lines and need to switch camera to hide going to a new take. Are you even a real studio making this mistake?

[@Studio24inc]

No third person off camera and our videos are not scripted, so no lines to learn. Two camera shoot edited from a single take.

[@computerjantje]

You have no idea what I am talking about and I am an amateur.@@Studio24inc

[@Orchid_cchild]

Thank you