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Paulson addresses 'Monster' role comparisons
29 Sep
Summary
- Paulson reacts to comparisons of her Wuornos role to Theron's.
- She emphasizes acting is personal interpretation, not competition.
- Paulson calls playing Wuornos a scary yet rewarding experience.
Sarah Paulson is addressing the inevitable comparisons between her portrayal of serial killer Aileen Wuornos in Netflix's "Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story" and Charlize Theron's acclaimed performance in the 2003 film "Monster." Paulson, who stars as Wuornos in the latest season of the anthology series, noted that she did not set out to create a performance superior to Theron's.
Paulson explained her perspective on acting, likening it to theatrical interpretations where multiple actors can brilliantly embody the same character. She emphasized that her portrayal of Wuornos is a personal interpretation based on her own research and experiences.
While acknowledging the apprehension she felt about stepping into a role previously soIconically played, Paulson ultimately embraced the challenge. She described the experience of playing Wuornos as one of the greatest, albeit scariest, of her career. The series also features Ella Beatty as Lizzie Borden and Vicky Krieps in dual roles.
