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Taylor-Joy Learns Acting Secrets from 'G.O.A.T.' Bening
23 Jul
Summary
- Taylor-Joy admires Annette Bening's unique pre-take acting rituals.
- She finds Bening elevates her character beyond a typical villain.
- Taylor-Joy notes the difference in character development between film and series.
Anya Taylor-Joy has expressed deep admiration for her 'Lucky' co-star, Annette Bening, calling her "the G.O.A.T." Taylor-Joy is captivated by Bening's distinctive pre-take rituals, which she plans to incorporate into her own acting process.
She notes that Bening's performance infuses the character of Priscilla, a crime boss, with intellectual depth and allure, transcending a potentially one-dimensional portrayal. Taylor-Joy highlighted that working with Bening consistently reinforced her status as a legendary performer.
Taylor-Joy also shared her perspective on the nuances between film and television, particularly the extended character development possible in limited series. She believes some stories benefit from the time dedicated to "un-peeling the onion," a process more feasible in series formats.
Despite the format differences, Taylor-Joy maintains a consistent approach to her craft, emphasizing that her passion and dedication remain the same whether on a film set or a television production. Bening, too, found her role in 'Lucky' intriguing, appreciating the stylish direction and the caliber of her co-stars, including Taylor-Joy, Aunjanue Ellis, and Timothy Olyphant.
