Sally Field's Deep Dive with an Octopus

Sally Field has received an Emmy nomination for her performance in the Netflix film "Remarkably Bright Creatures," where she co-stars with a computer-generated octopus named Marcellus. The acclaimed actress plays Tova Sullivan, a widow who works at an aquarium.

Field's son, Peter Craig, a screenwriter himself, brought the novel by Shelby Van Pelt to her attention. Field immediately felt a connection to the story and instantly knew Lewis Pullman was the right choice to play her co-star, Cameron.

With 62 years in the acting profession, Field approaches her craft through imagination and a form of self-hypnosis. She shared that much of the interaction between her character and Cameron, as well as her personal scenes with Pullman, were improvised, creating a spontaneous and inventive on-screen dynamic.

Field also reflected on how her personal experiences, including influences from her mother and grandmother, are woven into her roles. She spoke candidly about anger as a powerful driving force throughout her career, describing it as a crucial fuel that has enabled her to overcome challenges and avoid being dominated.