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Hawke & Sweeney: On Losing Yourself in Roles
11 Dec
Summary
- Hawke and Sweeney discuss embracing roles fully.
- Sweeney transformed physically for Christy Martin biopic.
- Both actors value the courage to take on challenging roles.
Actors Ethan Hawke and Sydney Sweeney recently shared profound insights into their craft, highlighting the transformative power of deep role immersion. Hawke, discussing his portrayal of Lorenz Hart, and Sweeney, reflecting on her role as boxer Christy Martin, both lauded the process of "losing yourself" in a character as a profound artistic high.
Sweeney underwent a significant physical change, gaining 35 pounds and training rigorously for "Christy," a biopic about the groundbreaking boxer. This dedication mirrored Hawke's own experiences, including his preparation for playing Chet Baker and his intense training for boxing in his youth. They both acknowledged the challenges and rewards of embodying complex figures.
Both stars expressed admiration for taking creative risks. Hawke celebrated Sweeney's "dare" in portraying Christy Martin, drawing parallels to his own career and the enduring impact of roles like those in "Dead Poets Society." They concluded by emphasizing that true artistry lies in committing fully to the performance, regardless of external judgments.
