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Adam Driver's Star Power Inspires Newcomer
11 Oct
Summary
- New actor Gavin Goudey found acting opposite Adam Driver easy due to natural admiration.
- Goudey learned about preparation from Driver's varied scene performances.
- Scarlett Johansson taught Goudey the importance of physical expression as an actor.
In the new crime drama 'Paper Tiger,' emerging actor Gavin Goudey was particularly inspired by his co-star Adam Driver. Goudey, who plays Driver's nephew in the film, found it effortless to portray his character's admiration for Driver's character because he already felt that way about the actor.
Goudey highlighted Driver's mastery of preparation, observing how the actor brought unique interpretations to every take of a piano scene, which he found mirrored Driver's versatile acting approach. This observation instilled in Goudey the significance of thorough preparation and the confidence it provides.
Further enriching Goudey's experience, Scarlett Johansson, who portrays his mother, taught him about the crucial role of physicality in an actor's craft. Miles Teller, playing his father, offered practical lessons on set etiquette and navigating a high-caliber production environment, making it a formative experience for the young talent.
'Paper Tiger,' directed by James Gray, centers on two brothers whose pursuit of the American Dream in 1980s New York becomes perilous when they encounter the Russian mafia. The film, starring Driver, Teller, and Johansson, is set to release in theaters on November 13th.
